Trial

Restart on the Horizon: Glen Mills Schools Litigation Rescheduled for New Bellwether Trial Dates

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PHILADELPHIA — After a temporary pause in proceedings, the first in a series of bellwether trials regarding alleged abuse at the Glen Mills Schools is slated to begin, following a rescheduling by the overseeing judge in Philadelphia. Initially set to commence this past summer, the trials were put on hold to allow for court-ordered mediation between the parties involved. This legal action follows a tumultuous period for the once notable reform school, which shuttered in 2019 after reports of abuse surfaced, leading to significant legal and social fallout. The upcoming trials are expected to set … Read more

Utah Mother to Face Jury Trial over Alleged Poisoning Death of Husband After Children’s Book on Grief

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PARK CITY, Utah — A Utah mother who became a children’s book author following the death of her husband faces trial after being accused of his murder by poisoning, a judge determined Tuesday. Kouri Richins, 34, a mother of three from a small mountain town near Park City, allegedly administered a fatal dose of fentanyl to her husband, Eric Richins, 39, in March 2022. During the conclusion of a preliminary hearing on Tuesday, state Judge Richard Mrazik found sufficient evidence presented by prosecutors to move forward with a jury trial, where Richins will face multiple … Read more

Jury Selection Underway in High-Profile Boulder Supermarket Shooting Trial

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Boulder, Colo. — Jury selection got underway on Monday for the trial of Ahmad Al Aliwi Alissa, the man accused of a mass shooting at a Boulder grocery store that left ten people dead, including a police officer. The tragic event unfolded at the King Soopers on Table Mesa Drive, gripping the local community and making national headlines. Alissa, who has been diagnosed with schizophrenia, was arrested on the day of the shooting. His mental health issues have significantly delayed the proceedings, but in August 2023, he was declared competent to stand trial. Shortly thereafter, … Read more

Lawsuit Over Preservation of Single-Family Zoning in Alexandria Set to Proceed to Trial

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Alexandria, Va. – A legal battle over the future of residential zoning in Alexandria is poised to escalate, with a lawsuit challenging the city’s plans to move away from single-family zoning expected to go to trial. The case underscores a growing debate on how best to handle housing shortages and urban development without sacrificing neighborhood character. Plaintiffs in the lawsuit argue that the city’s strategy could lead to oversized developments that strain infrastructure and alter the aesthetic of historically single-family neighborhoods. They assert that the preservation of these areas is crucial for maintaining community identity … Read more