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Advocacy Groups Rally at North Carolina Capitol to Oppose New Concealed Carry Law Proposal

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Raleigh, North Carolina – Advocacy groups are gearing up to make a strong case against a proposed change in the state’s gun laws with a planned gathering at the North Carolina State Capitol on Wednesday. The controversial proposal in question would significantly alter the current requirements for carrying a concealed firearm in the state, allowing almost any individual over the age of 18, who is not legally prohibited from firearm possession, to carry a concealed gun without obtaining a permit. Under the existing law, North Carolinians must secure a permit to conceal carry which involves … Read more

Judge Selects Independent Counsel to Oppose Dismissal of Charges in Adams Case

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In a significant judicial move, a court has mandated the appointment of an independent attorney to oppose the dismissal of charges against Adams, spotlighting the ongoing complexities and legal maneuvers surrounding the case. The decision to bring in an external lawyer, who is tasked with representing the interests of justice, underscores the unusual nature of the request to drop the charges. This development happens amid a backdrop of significant public attention and debate over the fairness and transparency of the legal proceedings. Legal experts suggest that such appointments are typically reserved for situations where standard … Read more

Democratic and Republican Senators Unite to Oppose Controversial Texas Two-Step Legal Tactic

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WASHINGTON (AP) — In a rare show of bipartisan unity, Democratic Senators Dick Durbin and Sheldon Whitehouse, along with their Republican counterpart Josh Hawley, have come together to oppose a legal tactic known as the Texas Two-Step. This maneuver, used by large corporations facing mass tort claims, involves creating a new subsidiary to divert liability and then filing for bankruptcy. The senators have urged the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn a ruling by the U.S. Appeals Court that allowed paper giant Georgia-Pacific to utilize this legal strategy to avoid millions in asbestos liability claims. The … Read more