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Judge Triples Penalty for Alex Murdaugh’s Accomplice, Orders $3.75 Million Payment to Insurance Company in Fraudulent Settlement Case

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Columbia, SC – A significant legal ruling last week has tripled the restitution amount against Cory Fleming, an accomplice of Alex Murdaugh, increasing the payback to a staggering $3.75 million, a court determined. The additional hefty sum arises from attorney fees accrued by Nautilus Insurance Co., a setback to Fleming, who once served as a South Carolina attorney and close associate of Murdaugh, a convicted murderer known for his infamous criminal activities. Fleming came under legal scrutiny after it was revealed that he had aided Murdaugh in misappropriating millions from insurance settlements. Nautilus Insurance, which … Read more

Unveiling Potential Juror Tampering: Will Improper Communications in Alex Murdaugh’s Trial Lead to a Retrial?

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CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. – The fairness of the murder trial of Alex Murdaugh, who was convicted of killing his wife and son, is being called into question due to potential improper communications between Colleton County Clerk of Court Becky Hill and jurors. State prosecutors and Murdaugh’s defense lawyers are set to appear in court on January 29 to address these concerns and determine if a retrial is warranted. The defense team argues that Hill’s alleged misconduct may have created bias or prejudice among the jurors, potentially influencing their verdict. They firmly believe that a retrial … Read more

Alex Murdaugh’s Bid for Retrial Intensifies as Hearing Approaches

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Columbia, South Carolina – The stage is set for a hearing that may determine whether convicted murderer Richard “Alex” Murdaugh will receive a retrial. This high-profile case has garnered attention as “The Trial of the Century” and is now mired in allegations of jury tampering. Murdaugh was sentenced to two life sentences for the double murder of his wife and son in June 2021. However, his defense team has petitioned the court for a new trial based on the claims against court official Rebecca Hill. The S.C. Supreme Court has scheduled a hearing and a … Read more