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Remembering Russell Robinson: A Pillar of North Carolina Law and Philanthropy Passes at 93

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Charlotte, North Carolina – Russell Robinson, a prominent figure in North Carolina’s legal and philanthropic landscape, passed away on Friday at the age of 93. As a co-founder of Robinson Bradshaw, a law firm which has grown to nearly 180 attorneys, Robinson significantly impacted the legal field and contributed to various civic endeavors in the state. Born and raised in Charlotte, Robinson established a reputation for expertise in securities law. His influential book, “Robinson on North Carolina Corporation Law,” is currently in its seventh edition, highlighting his commitment to legal education and practice. Robinson’s philanthropic … Read more

Tommy Robinson Faces Jury Trial Over Allegations of Journalist Harassment

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LONDON, England — Tommy Robinson, a prominent right-wing activist, is scheduled to stand trial after he pleaded not guilty to allegations of harassing two journalists. The trial comes amid heightened scrutiny of Robinson’s actions and the ongoing debates surrounding freedom of expression and press freedom in the UK. Robinson, who has frequently been a controversial figure due to his anti-Islam views, is accused of intimidating the journalists while they covered a case involving a gang of men convicted of sexual exploitation. The incident reportedly occurred outside a court in the northern town of Leeds in … Read more

Robinson Family Pursues $100 Million Lawsuit Against FBI, Accusing Negligence in Shanquella Robinson Investigation

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The family of Shanquella Robinson is holding the FBI accountable in a $100 million lawsuit, claiming negligence in the investigation into her untimely death. Recent court filings have brought new details to light regarding administrative claims made to federal agencies prior to this legal action. Supplemental declarations filed by the FBI reveal that Robinson’s family, specifically her mother, Sallamondra Robinson, submitted several “Notice of Intent to Sue” letters in late 2024. These claims will be central to a court hearing scheduled for 11 a.m. Wednesday. The FBI’s acknowledgment of two previously undisclosed … Read more

Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson Seeks to Move Defamation Lawsuit Against CNN from Federal to State Court Amid Controversy

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RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson has initiated a legal maneuver to transfer his defamation lawsuit from federal court back to the state jurisdiction, intensifying his legal battle with CNN. The lawsuit, which originated in the Superior Court of Wake County, centers around controversial allegations linked to Robinson’s purported activities and comments on an internet forum. Robinson’s legal representatives argue that CNN did not adequately meet the procedural requirements for transferring the case to the District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina. They claim that the network failed to secure … Read more