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Usa Todaysports3 hrs ago
Alshon Jeffery Reaches Deal to Have Felony Fraud Charges Dismissed After Meeting Conditions
Former NFL wide receiver Alshon Jeffery agreed to conditions including volunteer work and restitution payments that could lead to dismissal of insurance fraud charges within 60 days. Usa Today reported the agreement was signed July 10.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.comsports3 hrs ago
Rams Tackle Alaric Jackson Avoids Felony Charge but Domestic Violence Case Remains Open
Los Angeles Rams left tackle Alaric Jackson will not face a felony charge following his June arrest on a domestic violence allegation. The case has been referred to the city attorney's office for pre-filing diversion.
politics5 hrs ago
Federal Judge Penalizes Attorneys in IRS Settlement Case
A federal judge penalized the attorneys involved in a settlement between the U.S. government and President Trump. The court action follows the resolution of a tax dispute with the IRS.
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forbes.combusiness5 hrs ago
Delaware Proposes AIC Entity Form for AI-Managed Companies
Delaware plans to create a new legal structure called the artificial intelligence company that lets AI agents run day-to-day operations inside a regulatory sandbox. The framework is being developed through a public-private partnership led by Norm Ai. The program includes capitali…
abcnews.go.compolitics37 min agoUpdated
Judge Voids Trump-IRS Settlement Creating $1.776 Billion Fund and Imposes Sanctions
U.S. District Judge Kathleen Williams on July 13 voided a settlement between President Trump and the IRS that created a $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund and extended tax immunity to Trump, his sons and the Trump Organization. The judge ruled the parties were never adverse a…
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Forbesbusiness9 hrs ago
Warren Asks Dimon About Epstein Ties and 2009 UK Bankers’ Tax Call
Sen. Elizabeth Warren sent a letter to JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon last week asking about his interactions with Jeffrey Epstein. The Senate Banking Committee published the letter Monday after the Financial Times reported the outreach Sunday.
axios.comsports12 hrs agoUpdated
Florida Judge Denies Prosecutors’ Request for GPS Monitor on Former Lions Player Terrion Arnold
A Florida judge ruled Friday that former Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold does not need to wear a GPS tracker. The decision permits him to continue workouts with NFL teams while out on a $1 million bond.
middleeasteye.netpolitics13 hrs ago
Judge Dismisses H-1B Visa Delay Lawsuit, Rules Consular Officers Control Decisions and Two-Year Waits Are Reasonable
U.S. District Judge Timothy J. Kelly dismissed Navdeep Sharma's suit on July 10 after finding no unreasonable delay in his visa case. Sharma has been in India for roughly 18 months awaiting a decision on his approved H-1B extension.
Yonhapworld13 hrs ago
Seoul Court Denies Bail to Former Yoon Chief of Staff, Citing Evidence Concerns
The Seoul Central District Court rejected bail for Kim Dae-ki on July 13, 2026, in a case involving alleged diversion of 2 billion won for presidential residence renovations. Yonhap reported the decision cited risks of evidence destruction.
middleeasteye.netpolitics15 hrs ago
Lawsuit Claims ICE Visits After Email Calling Acting Director 'America's Reinhard Heydrich' Were Unconstitutional
The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression sued the Department of Homeland Security on July 6 in federal court in Washington. The complaint alleges agents visited David Streever at his home and hotel to discourage criticism of ICE. It seeks an order halting the alleged c…
France 24world13 hrs agoUpdated
South Korean Court Sentences Former President Yoon to Two Years, Appeal Possible
The Seoul Central District Court on Monday sentenced former President Yoon Suk-yeol to two years in prison for violating political funding laws. The ruling concerns 14 rounds of free opinion polling services valued at 270 million won.
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business3 hrs agoUpdated
South Bow to Pay $26.9 Million Penalty and Spend $40 Million on Pipeline Safety After 2022 Kansas Spill
A proposed settlement filed in U.S. District Court in Kansas requires South Bow to pay a civil penalty and spend roughly $40 million on prevention measures after the largest onshore crude pipeline spill in the United States in nine years. The agreement resolves allegations that t…
ukconstitutionallaw.orgworld18 hrs ago
New High Court Division for Tribunal Appeals Begins Operations in Nairobi
Chief Justice Martha Koome established the division, which began operations July 1 at the Milimani Law Courts. It will handle appeals from specialized tribunals except the Tax Appeals Tribunal.
alternet.orgpolitics19 hrs ago
Nigerian Court Limits Police Lawyers to Prosecution and Orders Legal Officers in Every Division
The National Industrial Court ruled July 11 that officers who are lawyers but not appointed as legal officers may only prosecute cases. The decision followed a 2025 suit by the Nigerian Bar Association against the police and related bodies.
Yonhapworld1 day ago
Seoul court to rule on charges against former President Yoon Suk Yeol over free opinion polls
A Seoul district court is scheduled to deliver its verdict Monday for former President Yoon Suk Yeol on charges of accepting illegal donations in the form of free opinion polls. The hearing at 2 p.m. also covers co-defendant Myung Tae-kyun.
traveldailymedia.comworld1 day ago
Man detained in Dubai while seeking funds, police station reports no record
A 42-year-old businessman was reportedly taken into custody at Lahbab police station in Dubai on Friday while attempting to gather £120,000. The detention follows a prior four-week period in custody at Al Awir prison over fraud-related matters.
thegatewaypundit.compolitics1 day ago
Appeals Court Upholds Order Removing Trump's Name from Kennedy Center but Leaves Renovation Dispute Unresolved
A federal appeals court on July 8 denied President Trump's bid to pause a lower court order directing removal of his name from the Kennedy Center. The unsigned ruling noted the name had already been taken down and found no evidence of irreparable harm to the institution.
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middleeasteye.netpolitics1 day ago
Lawsuit alleges U.S. officials shared Iranian asylum seeker data with Iran
An advocacy group filed suit claiming the Trump administration gave Iran confidential information on Iranian asylum applicants scheduled for deportation. Twelve senators raised concerns about the planned returns in a February 2026 letter.
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sbs.com.aupolitics2 days ago
Federal Court Challenge Filed Over Northern Territory Compensation Caps
A legal challenge was filed in the Federal Court against laws that limit compensation payments when the government acts unlawfully in prisons. The case centers on a youth detainee and questions whether the caps violate federal discrimination law.
msnbc.comfinance2 days ago
Fifth Circuit requires states offering in-state tuition to illegal aliens to extend the same benefit to all U.S. citizens regardless of residency
The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled July 9 that federal law bars states from offering postsecondary education benefits to illegal aliens based on residency unless the same benefits are available to all U.S. citizens irrespective of residency. The decision addressed a Texas c…
thegatewaypundit.comworld2 days ago
Federal appeals court allows Florida to resume lawsuit against pediatricians group
A full federal appeals court cleared Florida to resume a lawsuit accusing the American Academy of Pediatrics of misleading the public about the safety of gender-transition treatments for minors. The court stayed a lower-court injunction that had blocked the case.
Fox Newspolitics2 days ago
Judge Grants Dismissal of Jan. 6 Cases but States He Does Not Agree with Decision
U.S. District Judge Timothy Kelly granted the Justice Department's motion to dismiss with prejudice the prosecution of Ethan Nordean, Joseph Biggs, Zachary Rehl and Dominic Pezzola. The ruling follows an executive order by President Trump that commuted the men's sentences.
news.sky.comworld2 days ago
Bus operator files legal claim after £4.3m electric funding rejected
McGill's submitted a claim to the Competition Appeal Tribunal after the Scottish government denied its bid for £4.3 million in zero-emission bus funding. The Greenock-based firm had received support in the first two phases of the ScotZeb scheme.
Yonhapworld2 days ago
Court to Hear Arrest Warrant Request for Former Army Commander Over Martial Law Allegations
A special counsel team filed an arrest warrant on July 11 for Kang Ho-pil, former head of the Army Ground Operations Command, over alleged involvement in discussions ahead of former President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law declaration. The hearing is scheduled for Monday at the Seou…
Washington Examinerpolitics2 days ago
Judge Dismisses Proud Boys Seditious Conspiracy Case After Appeals Court Vacates Convictions
A federal judge dismissed with prejudice the seditious conspiracy case against four Proud Boys leaders on July 10, 2026. The Justice Department had moved to end the prosecution after a 2025 presidential proclamation commuted their sentences.
petapixel.comai3 days ago
Apple Sues OpenAI Over Alleged Trade-Secret Theft by Former Employee
Apple filed a lawsuit against OpenAI on Friday claiming the AI company stole trade secrets through a former employee and recruitment practices. The suit seeks damages and court orders to block use of the information. Business Insider reported the allegations in detail.
globalnews.caworld3 days ago
Justin Baldoni Releases Video After Settling Blake Lively Lawsuit
Justin Baldoni and his wife Emily posted an Instagram video thanking supporters after their May 2026 settlement with Blake Lively. The couple addressed the two-year legal dispute and their focus on healing.
zerohedge.comai10 hrs agoUpdated
Apple Sues OpenAI Alleging Trade-Secret Theft by Two Former Employees
Apple sued OpenAI and two former employees on July 10 in federal court in California. The complaint claims misappropriation of confidential engineering data and product details.
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nypost.compolitics3 days ago
Appeals Court Pauses Release of Biden Interview Recordings
A federal appeals court granted a 10-day hold on the Justice Department’s plan to release audio of former President Biden’s interviews with his ghostwriter. The panel will decide by July 20 whether to extend the pause while Biden’s appeal continues.
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theglobeandmail.compolitics3 days ago
Former trade adviser appeals contempt conviction after government withdraws defense
The appeal continues before a federal appeals court panel after the government withdrew its brief defending the conviction. New counsel entered an appearance and asked the court to decide the case on its merits rather than dismiss it.
yna.co.krbusiness3 days ago
YouTuber Signs With CAA During Lego Dispute
Ben Schneider, known online as Reckless Ben, has signed with CAA for representation. The agreement follows a YouTube investigation into a missing Lego collection that led to arrests, lawsuits, and misdemeanor charges against the creator.
ESPNsports3 days ago
Former cornerback clears waivers, becomes free agent after arrest
The player was released by his team last week and cleared waivers Monday. He is expected to visit other teams that have expressed interest in signing him.
thewalrus.capolitics3 days ago
NSW Court Pauses Christian Brothers Abuse Cases to Allow Property Sales for Creditors
The NSW Supreme Court last week halted current and future claims against the order. The Christian Brothers had declared last month it could no longer meet survivors' claims and proposed selling its 36 remaining properties.
The Guardianworld3 days agoUpdated
Michael Ward Acquitted of All Rape and Sexual Assault Charges
Michael Ward was found not guilty on 10 July 2026 of two counts of rape, two counts of assault by penetration and one count of sexual assault. The jury at Snaresbrook Crown Court returned unanimous verdicts after one day of deliberations. The charges stemmed from an alleged Janua…
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vox.compolitics3 days ago
Epoch Times executive pleads guilty to laundering $67 million
A former chief financial officer of The Epoch Times admitted in Manhattan federal court to participating in a scheme that moved about $67 million in fraud proceeds. Prosecutors agreed to dismiss additional charges in exchange for the plea.
news.sky.compolitics3 days ago
Lord Burnett Says Personal Attacks on Judges Threaten Independence
GB News reported that the former Lord Chief Justice addressed the House of Lords on Thursday following Prince Harry's loss in a privacy case against Associated Newspapers. The remarks came after the Duke of Sussex called the defeat a whitewash.
theconversation.compolitics3 days ago
Federal court rules orchestra acted legitimately in cancelling pianist's concert
A federal court dismissed a pianist's lawsuit against the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra after the orchestra cancelled an August 2024 performance. The judge found the cancellation was based on business concerns rather than the performer's political statements.
Yonhapworld3 days ago
South Korea Supreme Court to Rule Next Week on Appeals in Ex-First Lady Corruption Case
The Supreme Court will deliver its verdict Thursday on charges against former first lady Kim Keon Hee. She faces a four-year prison term from an April appeals court ruling on stock manipulation and bribery allegations.
Yonhapworld3 days ago
BTS song 'Swim' faces U.S. plagiarism lawsuit; label rejects claim
Three songwriters filed a lawsuit in the United States alleging that BTS track 'Swim' copies their unpublished demo. The group's label called the allegations one-sided and said it will respond through legal proceedings.
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld4 days ago
Federal Court Upholds Melbourne Symphony Orchestra’s Cancellation of Pianist’s Concert
Justice Graeme Hill dismissed Jayson Gillham’s claim on Friday that the orchestra unlawfully discriminated against him by cancelling an August 2024 concert. The case centered on remarks Gillham made during a performance dedicated to Palestinian journalists killed by Israeli force…
ABC Newsworld4 days ago
Justin Baldoni and Wife Post First Public Video in Nearly Two Years
Justin and Emily Baldoni released a joint Instagram video on July 9, 2026, expressing gratitude and discussing healing. The remarks come amid an ongoing legal dispute with Blake Lively over fees after most claims were dismissed.
claimsjournal.compolitics4 days ago
New York Attorney General Sues Five Firms Alleging PFAS Concealment
New York Attorney General Letitia James filed suit on Thursday against five companies, including 3M and DuPont. The complaint alleges the firms concealed the toxicity and persistence of PFAS chemicals while contaminating the environment.
sports4 days ago
Judge Denies Terry Rozier Request to Modify Bail Conditions
U.S. District Judge LaShann DeArcy Hall on July 8 rejected a defense bid to let former Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier practice and play with potential witnesses. The ruling keeps strict no-contact rules in place ahead of his February 2027 trial on bribery charges. ESPN reported th…
politics4 days ago
Building owner seeks to overturn $35 million verdict with new surveillance video
Lawyers for a Madison Avenue building filed a motion to set aside a $35.2 million jury award after nine months of video surveillance showed the plaintiff performing daily activities.
app.buzzsumo.compolitics4 days ago
Former Lawmaker Files Declaration Supporting Singer in NDA Dispute
A former California state senator submitted a court declaration backing a singer's effort to block enforcement of a nondisclosure agreement. The filing addresses a distinction between sexual assault and sexual battery raised in ongoing litigation.
news.sky.comai4 days ago
Amended Complaint Adds Two Plaintiffs and Stability AI to Lawsuit Against SpaceXAI and Stability AI
Two new plaintiffs joined a class-action suit alleging AI tools from SpaceXAI and Stability AI were used to create child sexual abuse material. The filing expands claims against both companies and details failures in reporting abuse.
politics4 days ago
Kenya Parliament Appeals High Court Order Requiring More Women in Cabinet
Kenya's National Assembly notified the Court of Appeal on July 9 of plans to challenge a High Court decision that found President William Ruto's Cabinet unconstitutional. The appeal also seeks to suspend a 120-day reconstitution deadline.
The Federalistpolitics4 days ago
Texas Court Allows Detransitioner Lawsuit Against Therapist to Proceed
A Texas appeals court reversed lower court rulings and permitted a lawsuit alleging negligence and fraud by a therapist who recommended surgery for a patient experiencing gender dysphoria. The decision addressed the timing of the statute of limitations for the claim.
politics4 days ago
Palantir Sues After Mayor's Office Rejects Police Contract Over Procurement Breach
Palantir filed a legal claim against the Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime after MOPAC blocked a £50 million deal with the Metropolitan Police. The company seeks a court order awarding the contract, while MOPAC maintains the Met breached procurement rules on value for money.…
Yonhapworld4 days ago
Seoul Court Sentences Four Former Security Officials to Prison Terms Over Blocking Yoon Arrest
The Seoul Central District Court on July 9 handed prison terms to four ex-Presidential Security Service officials for obstructing an arrest warrant against former President Yoon Suk Yeol. Sentences ranged from a suspended one-year term to five years, with three defendants ordered…
Ars Technicatechnology5 days ago
Judge Approves $1.5 Million Settlement Between Musk Trust and SEC Over Twitter Disclosure
US District Judge Sparkle Sooknanan approved a settlement resolving claims that Elon Musk failed to disclose a 9 percent stake in Twitter within the required 10 days. The deal requires a trust in Musk's name to pay a civil penalty but imposes no admission of wrongdoing.
abcnews.go.comworld5 days ago
Woman Sues After Being Denied Entry to Vice President Vance Event in Maine
Amanda McGonigle filed a federal lawsuit Tuesday alleging she was barred from a May 14 vice presidential event in Bangor, Maine, because of her online criticism of Vice President JD Vance. The suit claims the exclusion violated her First Amendment rights.
flipboard.comai5 days ago
Florida OpenAI lawsuit transferred to federal court
A state lawsuit against OpenAI was moved from Florida state court to federal court. The case involves allegations related to the company's operations.
abcnews.go.comworld4 days agoUpdated
Former Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan Fined $5,000 With No Prison Time for Obstruction
Hannah Dugan received a $5,000 fine on July 8, 2026, with no prison time or probation after her December 2025 conviction for felony obstruction of justice. The sentence followed her direction of a defendant out a non-public exit while ICE agents waited outside the Milwaukee court…
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cnbc.compolitics5 days ago
Judge Denies Trump Request to Delay $5 Million Carroll Payment While Rehearing Petition Remains Pending
A federal judge on July 4 rejected President Trump's bid to postpone paying E. Jean Carroll the $5 million civil award. The judgment stems from a 2023 jury finding of sexual abuse and defamation.
en.antaranews.comworld5 days ago
State Asks High Court to Dismiss Petition Seeking Release of Detained Gazan Doctors
The state requested dismissal after reviews found continued legal grounds for holding the doctors. It rejected arguments from Physicians for Human Rights Israel that the detentions should end.
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Forbespolitics4 days agoUpdated
Appeals Court Denies Stay on Trump Name Removal From Kennedy Center
A federal appeals court rejected requests to keep President Trump's name on the Kennedy Center during further appeals. The panel found no evidence of irreparable harm from the removal that occurred in June.
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thehindu.compolitics5 days ago
Oil company asks U.S. Department of Energy to use eminent domain for pipeline route
Sable Offshore Corp. requested federal condemnation of state and private land along its Santa Barbara pipeline. The June 2 letter seeks inclusion in a proposed West Coast Strategic Petroleum Reserve.
thewrap.compolitics5 days ago
Florida judge dismisses Trump Media defamation suit against Washington Post
A federal judge in Florida granted summary judgment to the Washington Post in a $3.8 billion defamation case brought by Trump Media and Technology Group. The ruling found insufficient evidence that the newspaper acted with actual malice in a 2023 article about the company's finan…
politics5 days agoUpdated
Judge Blocks DOJ Subpoena for Fulton County 2020 Election Workers' Names
U.S. District Judge William Ray ruled Tuesday that the Justice Department cannot obtain names and contact information of Fulton County employees and volunteers who worked the 2020 election. The decision blocks an April grand jury subpoena.