Trial

Minot Murder Trial Moved to New Venue Due to Publicity: Concerns of Bias Drive Judge’s Decision

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Minot, ND – Proceedings in the trial of a local man accused of murder were abruptly halted during jury selection when a change of venue was ordered due to concerns about biased coverage by local media. Shawnee Krall, aged 30, was set to face a 10-day jury trial for the 2020 murder of Alice Quierolo. However, his court-appointed attorney, Stormy Vickers, raised concerns that his client would not receive a fair trial in Ward County. Vickers stated that the media coverage surrounding the case had been damaging and referenced suppressed evidence, which he believed was … Read more

Florida Appeals Court Overturns $1.125 Million Medical Malpractice Award, Criticizes Trial Judge’s Role as ‘Seventh Juror’

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TALLAHASSEE, Florida – A Florida appeals court has overturned a $1.125 million medical malpractice damage award, criticizing a trial court judge for behaving like a “seventh juror.” The decision came on Wednesday in a case where a man accused his medical provider of negligence. In its ruling, the appeals court stated that the trial court judge had improperly evaluated the evidence and had effectively substituted their own judgment for that of the jury. The judge’s actions were described as stepping outside their role and interfering with the jury’s decision-making process. The case involved a man … Read more

Former Santé Ventures Marketing Director Faces Dilemma: Settle for Fraction of $1.5 Million Verdict or Prepare for New Damages Trial

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Austin, Texas – A former marketing director for Santé Ventures, a prominent venture capital firm, has been faced with a difficult decision after winning a $1.5 million jury verdict over unpaid bonuses. Youngjoo Rhee must now choose between accepting a fraction of the awarded amount or preparing for a new trial to seek further damages. During the trial, evidence revealed that Rhee was entitled to a $750,000 bonus based on her successful efforts to secure a $75 million investment from a pension fund. However, she was only paid a bonus of $300,000, according to Judge … Read more

Former Justice of the Peace Convicted of Triple Murder Seeks New Death Penalty Trial, Citing Biased Judge and Inadequate Preparation

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TERRELL, Texas — Eric Williams, a former justice of the peace who committed a triple murder over a decade ago, is seeking a new death penalty trial, according to a court document. Williams alleges that his defense attorneys did not have sufficient time to prepare for trial or review the overwhelming evidence. He also claims that the judge was biased and that moving the case to Rockwall County did not provide him with a fair trial. In January 2013, Williams donned a tactical vest and black mask as he gunned down prosecutor Mark Hasse a … Read more