Trial

Federal Report on Phoenix Police Misconduct Admitted as Evidence in First Amendment Trial

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PHOENIX — A critical report from the Department of Justice that lambasted the conduct of the Phoenix Police Department during protests has been confirmed as admissible evidence in a civil trial involving two demonstrators. The lawsuit, initiated by protesters Jorge Soria and Phil Martinez, centers on accusations that their First Amendment rights were violated following their arrests in July 2019. Soria and Martinez’s arrests were specifically highlighted within the DOJ’s comprehensive report as instances of police misconduct. The trial, which commenced on January 7, has drawn attention to the broader issues of police response to … Read more

Jury Rules in Favor of Doctors in High-Stakes Wrongful Death Medical Malpractice Trial

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In Jasper County, Missouri, a recent jury trial concerning allegations of medical malpractice in a wrongful death lawsuit concluded with a ruling in favor of the defending physicians. The confidential case involved claims against two doctors associated with Springfield Neurological and Spine Institute and Ali Internal Medicine Associates, respectively. The plaintiff, whose identity remains protected, charged that the doctors’ delayed medical response led to the death of a minor. The legal representatives for the defendants, Cowherd, Reade, Adair & Laney, shared that the allegations centered on one doctor’s failure to refer the deceased to a … Read more

Vietnamese Lawyer Faces Trial Over Facebook Comments Critiquing Chief Judge

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HANOI, Vietnam — A prominent Vietnamese lawyer, known for his vocal stance on human rights and legal transparency, began his trial Thursday, facing charges of disseminating anti-state propaganda. The attorney, whose identity has not been disclosed, allegedly criticized Vietnam’s top judge on Facebook, sparking controversy and leading to his arrest. The charges against him are under a specific provision in Vietnamese law that targets activities aiming to overturn the state. In this case, the lawyer’s online comments, which questioned the integrity of Vietnam’s chief justice and the broader judicial system, have been deemed a threat … Read more

Amnesty International Calls for Immediate Release of Ugandan Lawyer Jailed Without Fair Trial

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KAMPALA, Uganda — International human rights organization Amnesty International called on Ugandan authorities on Wednesday to reverse a military tribunal’s verdict and release Eron Kiiza, a lawyer sentenced to nine months in prison after being accused of contempt of court. Kiiza, who was reportedly reprimanded and detained for shouting during a court martial proceeding, was denied a fair trial, according to advocates. Kiiza’s detention occurred as he was trying to enter a reserved area for lawyers at the tribunal, where he intended to represent opposition leader Kizza Besigye. The incident has sparked widespread criticism from … Read more