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Supreme Court Suspends Lawyer in Yanson Family Feud for Gross Misconduct

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BACOLOD CITY, Philippines – Lawyer Jun Maxwell Orlina has been suspended by the Supreme Court (SC) for gross misconduct in the midst of the Yanson family feud in Bacolod City. The decision, signed by SC Deputy Division Clerk of Court Maria Teresa Sibulo, was issued on August 9, 2023, but only posted on the SC website on December 18, 2023. Orlina, who represents the Yanson 2 or Y2 faction consisting of siblings Leo Ray and Ginnette Yanson Dumancas, has been barred from practicing law for one year. The legal battle stems from their mother, Olivia … Read more

Fox News Host Grills Texas Governor Greg Abbott on Controversial State Law Defying Supreme Court Precedent

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AUSTIN, Texas — Republican Texas Governor Greg Abbott was confronted by Fox News host Shannon Bream on Sunday regarding a new state law that may challenge a precedent set by the U.S. Supreme Court. Abbott has been taking action to address border security as his state sees an influx of illegal migrants crossing the U.S.-Mexico border. According to agency data, there were 3.2 million encounters with the U.S. Border Patrol in the 2023 fiscal year, which concluded in September. In an effort to deter migrants from entering Texas, Abbott has implemented measures such as using … Read more

Former Israeli Supreme Court President Aharon Barak Appointed as Judge for Hague Trial, Bringing Years of Legal Expertise

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Jerusalem – Aharon Barak, former president of the Supreme Court of Israel, has been appointed as a judge in a trial at The Hague. Barak will preside over a significant case involving an international matter. Barak, who served on the Israeli Supreme Court from 1995 to 2006, was known for his liberal interpretation of the law. During his tenure, he played a pivotal role in shaping legal precedents, advocating for individual rights and judicial activism. His appointment as a judge at The Hague demonstrates his esteemed reputation within the legal community. The trial at The … Read more

President Bola Tinubu Nominates 11 Justices to Supreme Court, Ignites Debate on Constitutional Fulfillment

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ABUJA, Nigeria – President Bola Tinubu’s nomination of 11 justices to the Supreme Court, increasing the number of judges to 21, has been met with varying reactions. Legal practitioner Okanlawon Gaffar believes that Tinubu’s actions merely fulfill the constitutional requirements and are necessary for Nigeria’s democratic growth. The Senate approved the nominees in December, aligning with the constitutional mandate. However, stakeholders have shared differing opinions on whether Tinubu should be commended for his appointments. Gaffar emphasizes that the effectiveness of the judiciary lies not solely with the president’s nominations, but also with the other branches … Read more