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End in Sight for Michael Madigan’s High-Stakes Corruption Trial as Defense Rests, Jury Prep Looms

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CHICAGO – The corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, a figure long entwined with Democratic politics, is nearing its conclusion as attorneys for Madigan wrapped up their defense. This development sets the stage for closing arguments and subsequent jury deliberations scheduled for the end of January. After the defense concluded, the prosecution made a brief recall of an FBI agent and entered a last piece of bank evidence. U.S. District Judge John Blakey then indicated to the jurors that they had heard all factual testimonies, emphasizing the looming end of proceedings. Madigan, … Read more

Devon Prep Clinches Thrilling Victory Over Father Judge in Pivotal Catholic League Showdown

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In Tredyffrin, Pennsylvania, Devon Prep demonstrated its prowess in the Philadelphia Catholic League with a compelling 69-64 victory over the formidable Father Judge team during a tightly contested basketball game on Thursday night. The game, held at Devon Prep’s bustling gymnasium, was a showcase of determination and skill, particularly in the second half where Devon Prep turned a five-point halftime deficit into a win. Their performance post-halftime was impressive, outscoring Father Judge 42-31. Leading the charge for Devon Preparatory School was Zane Conlon, who scored 24 points and secured nine rebounds, turning in a standout … Read more

Court Upholds $22 Million Verdict Against Battery Maker for Wage Violations, Sets Precedent on Worker Pay for Prep Time

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Philadelphia, PA – In a significant ruling, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit upheld a $22 million verdict against East Penn Manufacturing Co., affirming the lower court’s decision that the company failed to adequately compensate its hourly workers for all work-related activities, including time spent changing and showering. The federal appeals court, however, denied the U.S. Labor Department’s request for liquidated damages in the case. The trial exposed the company’s attempts to circumvent the fundamental principle that hourly employees should be paid for each hour worked. This ruling reinforces the precedent that … Read more

Judge Allows Parents’ Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Prep School to Proceed in Teen’s Suicide Case

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ROCKVILLE, Md. — A judge in Montgomery County has advanced a wrongful-death lawsuit brought by the parents of a teenager who committed suicide after withdrawing from an all-boys preparatory school in Maryland. The parents allege that the Landon School should have foreseen their son’s distress, potentially preventing his death. Montgomery County Circuit Judge Louis Leibowitz stated schools have a duty to mitigate risks of self-harm among students, aligning with community efforts toward detection and early intervention. The decision enables the suit, primarily focusing on the wrongful-death claim, to proceed toward a trial scheduled for next … Read more