Resident

Retired Resident Reflects on the Jury Duty Experience: A Balancing Act of Justice and Personal Conviction

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Durango, Colorado – Serving on a jury can be a unique and thought-provoking experience. Recently, a columnist from The Durango Herald shared their personal reflections on their time as a juror. As someone who was also a part of that jury, I can relate to their sentiments. Throughout the years, I had been summoned for jury duty multiple times, but never had the opportunity to actually serve until now. When my name was called, I felt a mixture of surprise and responsibility. I took pride in knowing that I could approach the role with impartiality … Read more

Bend Resident Wins $1 Million Settlement after Injury at Nursing Home Facility

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BEND, Oregon — A woman from Bend, Oregon has been awarded a $1 million settlement after suffering injuries from a fall at a local nursing facility. The incident highlights the importance of safety measures and highlights concerns in the nursing home industry. The woman, whose identity has not been disclosed, fell while at the facility and sustained significant injuries. As a result, she filed a lawsuit seeking compensation for her pain, suffering, and medical expenses. The lawsuit alleged that the nursing facility failed to provide adequate safety measures to prevent such accidents. This raises questions … Read more

Jury Deliberations Begin in High-Stakes Murder Trial of New Dorp Beach Resident

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STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Jury deliberations have commenced in the murder trial of Kaitlyn Reuter, a resident of New Dorp Beach. After a full day of deliberations, the jury was unable to reach a verdict and will reconvene on Monday. The trial, which has been ongoing for several weeks, took place at state Supreme Court, St. George. During the closing arguments on Thursday, prosecutors accused Reuter of plotting to rob her former friend, Tamer Shaarawy, in a vengeful act. They alleged that Reuter had planned to steal narcotics, cash, and jewelry from Shaarawy. The charges … Read more

Mississippi Resident Andrew S. Harris Appointed as New U.S. Magistrate Judge, Bringing Extensive Legal Expertise to the Federal Bench

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Jackson, Miss. – Andrew S. Harris has been named as the successor to U.S. Magistrate Judge F. Keith Ball in the Northern Division at Jackson by the United States District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi judges. The transition is set to take place on March 1, according to a press release from the court. Harris, a resident of Mississippi for 37 years, has a strong background in law and a deep connection to the state. He earned his B.A. from Millsaps College in 2007 and graduated with top honors from the University of … Read more