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Jury Clears Daniel Penny: Acquitted of Criminally Negligent Homicide Charges

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San Francisco — In a closely watched case, Daniel Penny has been found not guilty of criminally negligent homicide, a verdict that marks the conclusion of a turbulent legal battle. The case revolved around the death of Jordan Neely, a situation that unfolded when Penny used a chokehold to restrain him in a subway altercation. This contentious decision has stirred a mix of reactions in the community and across social media platforms. Penny, a former Marine, was accused of fatally restraining Neely, a local performer known for his Michael Jackson impersonations, on a subway train … Read more

NYC Judge Dismisses Manslaughter Charge in Subway Chokehold Case, Jury Deliberates Remaining Negligent Homicide Charge

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New York, NY — A former Marine, Daniel Penny, saw the second-degree manslaughter charge against him dismissed by a judge after jurors in the trial remained deadlocked, unable to reach a unanimous decision. Penny had been accused of fatally choking Jordan Neely, a homeless man, during an incident on a New York City subway in May 2023. Despite the dismissal of the manslaughter charge, Penny still faces a lesser accusation of criminally negligent homicide. This turn of events in the courtroom underscores a thorny legal battle, amid heightened public scrutiny and ongoing city-wide protests sparked … Read more

Harvey Weinstein’s Legal Team Claims Inhumane Treatment, Files $5 Million Lawsuit Over Alleged Negligent Care at Rikers Island

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New York, NY — Attorneys representing Harvey Weinstein have raised serious concerns about the former film producer’s health and treatment while incarcerated at Rikers Island, describing the conditions he faces as life-threatening. Weinstein, 72, who was diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia in October, has reportedly been subjected to substandard medical care, prompting a legal battle against New York City. Weinstein’s legal team claims that the notorious prison has become nothing short of a torture chamber where he remains in bloodied clothing and has worn the same underwear for extended periods amid freezing conditions. This treatment, … Read more

Justice Prevails: Jury Finds School Officials Negligent in Landmark Case Following Student’s Tragic Death

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Portsmouth, RI — In a tragic sequence of events leading up to and following the suicide of Nathan Bruno, a high school student from Portsmouth, questions around the responsibilities and actions of school officials and local authorities have culminated in a legal battle. The heart of the lawsuit accuses Portsmouth High School personnel and administrators of failing to adequately address the mental and emotional stress experienced by Bruno, which his family claims contributed directly to his death. In early February 2018, an independent report found that Ryan Moniz, a teacher and coach at the school, … Read more