Reduction

Trump’s Attorneys Push for New Trial and Reduction of $83.3 Million Defamation Judgment

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NEW YORK – Former President Donald Trump’s attorneys have filed a motion for a new trial in writer E. Jean Carroll’s defamation case and are seeking a substantial reduction in the judgment of $83.3 million. Trump’s legal team, Alina Habba and John Sauer, argued in a federal court filing that relevant evidence was excluded and the jury was given erroneous instructions. They contend that the court’s decision to limit the scope of Trump’s testimony influenced the jury’s verdict and thus, a new trial is warranted. The attorneys claimed that efforts to restrict the scope of … Read more

Sen. Chris Murphy Credits Bipartisan Safer Communities Act with 12% Reduction in Urban Homicides

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Hartford, Connecticut – President Joe Biden’s age has been a subject of speculation regarding his ability to govern, but his allies are refuting claims that it hinders his effectiveness. Senator Chris Murphy of Connecticut highlighted the president’s involvement in passing the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, which he asserts contributed to a 12% decrease in urban homicides in the United States. The legislation, signed by President Biden in June 2022, combined gun safety measures with mental health and school security resources, marking the first major gun control law in nearly 30 years. Experts and criminologists have … Read more

Third Person Charged in Crystal Rogers Disappearance Seeks Bond Reduction amidst Promised Immunity Documents

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NELSON COUNTY, Ky. – A third person is set to appear in court on Thursday in connection to the disappearance of Crystal Rogers. Steve Lawson will seek a reduction in his $500,000 bond, with a judge scheduled to consider the request during a 2:30 p.m. hearing. According to Lawson’s attorneys, he maintains his innocence and possesses documentation proving he was promised immunity for his cooperation. They argue that since 2015, he has been a “person of interest” and a “target of the Commonwealth,” emphasizing that he poses no flight risk as he has consistently appeared … Read more

California Law Promotes Landfill Waste Reduction by Donating Unused Food to Those in Need

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San Diego, CA – A new law in California aims to reduce waste in landfills and address food insecurity by requiring certain businesses to donate unused food to food recovery organizations. Senate Bill 1383, which went into effect in 2022, initially applied to grocery stores. However, as of January 1, 2024, the law has expanded to include hotels, restaurants, health facilities, state agency cafeterias, local education agencies, and large venues and events. The primary goal of SB 1383 is to divert food waste from landfills, as decomposing food produces methane gas, a potent pollutant. Patty … Read more