Upholding

Upholding Integrity: The Intersection of Judicial and Journalistic Ethics

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SACRAMENTO, California — Judges and journalists play significant roles in upholding democracy, with both pledging to fulfill their responsibilities honestly and ethically. Their respective oaths demonstrate their commitment to serve the public interest and provide a fair and accurate account of events. This article explores the shared values and challenges faced by judges and journalists in the pursuit of truth and justice. In a courtroom, a judge takes an oath to administer justice impartially, upholding the law and protecting the rights of individuals. Judges are responsible for making fair and unbiased decisions, relying on evidence … Read more

Sarasota County Judge Dismisses Allegations of Juror Misconduct, Upholding $261 Million Damages Award to Kowalski Family Against All Children’s Hospital

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Sarasota County, Florida – A judge in Sarasota County has dismissed allegations of juror misconduct in a civil case against Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. The hospital claimed that the misconduct was grounds for a new trial after a $261 million damages award was issued. Judge Hunter Carroll made the ruling after questioning jury foreman Paul Lengyel. The hospital’s attorneys had accused Lengyel of multiple instances of misconduct, including bias against their client and conducting his own research into the case. Lengyel was part of a six-person jury that found All Children’s Hospital guilty of … Read more