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Beware: San Mateo County Court Alerts Residents to Surge in Jury Duty Scams

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San Mateo, California — Officials at the San Mateo County Superior Court have issued a warning to residents about a surge in jury duty scams that have targeted individuals across the region. These scams typically involve deceptive phone calls or messages from individuals posing as court officials, creating an alarming situation for unsuspecting citizens. Court representatives have reported that scammers often threaten victims with fines or arrest if they do not comply. The impersonators may ask for personal information, including Social Security numbers or payment for alleged fees related to missed jury duty. This has … Read more

San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus Faces Potential Removal Amid Corruption Allegations

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REDWOOD CITY, Calif. — San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus, facing serious allegations of misconduct, entered the San Mateo County Superior Court on Friday, using a private entrance at the Government Center. Her appearance coincided with a civil grand jury meeting tasked with determining whether to recommend her removal from office. If the grand jury issues an accusation, the case could escalate to a jury trial. Details regarding Corpus’s presentation before the grand jury remain unclear, as proceedings are conducted in secrecy. Observers noted that she was not at her office on Bradford Street prior … Read more

Navigating Love in the Digital Age: San Antonio Lawyer Explores the Legal Implications of Virtual Infidelity

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San Antonio, Texas — As the digital age reshapes interpersonal relationships, the implications for family law are becoming increasingly complex. Divorce and family lawyer Linda Leeser is addressing the emerging questions surrounding online behavior and its potential influence on divorce proceedings in Texas. In her recent article, “Is Virtual Infidelity a Ground for Divorce?”, she provides an insightful perspective on how emotional and intimate online connections may affect legal outcomes. Lesser emphasizes that Texas law differentiates between emotional and physical infidelity, which is crucial when determining the grounds for divorce. While the state’s statutes define … Read more

Jury Rules in Favor of Whistleblower: San Diego Court Awards $3 Million to Former Orange County Prosecutor in Harassment Case Against DA Todd Spitzer

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SAN DIEGO — A jury in San Diego County has concluded that a former high-ranking prosecutor from Orange County was compelled to retire due to harassment orchestrated by the county’s District Attorney, Todd Spitzer, and his first assistant, Shawn Nelson, who currently serves as a Superior Court judge. Tracy Miller, who had spent 25 years in the Orange County District Attorney’s office, filed a whistleblower retaliation and harassment lawsuit after her retirement. The jury awarded her $3 million in economic damages and an additional $25,000 in punitive damages specifically against Spitzer, while finding that Nelson … Read more