Suspected Perpetrator of Maine Mass Shooting Found Dead On Friday night, Maine Governor Janet Mills announced that Robert Card, the suspected perpetrator of the mass shooting that left 18 people dead and 13 others wounded in Lewiston, Maine, had been found dead of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. The two-day manhunt for Card resulted in […] More
Rep. Mike Johnson’s Views on LGBTQ Rights Introduction Rep. Mike Johnson, a Louisiana Republican, has been in the news lately due to his elevation to Speaker of the House. However, his views on LGBTQ rights have come under scrutiny, and he has been criticized by LGBTQ advocacy groups and even members of his own party. […] More
The Interactive Advertising Bureau Challenges FTC Complaint Against Amazon The Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) is pushing back against a complaint filed by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) against Amazon. The trade association is arguing that the FTC is trying to police truthful statements made in advertising based on what it calls “dark patterns.” In response, […] More
San Francisco Supervisor Proposes No Right Turn On Red Law to Improve Road Safety The Problem with San Francisco’s Dangerous Streets San Francisco has seen a disturbing increase in fatal car crashes, with 16 lives already taken this year. While only 12% of the city’s roads pose risks, they account for over 68% of the […] More
The Importance of Providing Legal Assistance to Veterans The Need for Legal Assistance Among Veterans According to a report from the National Veterans Legal Services Program, there are more than 25 million veterans in the United States, and many face legal issues that are related to their time in the service. These issues include disability […] More
The Latest Legal News: Updates & Opinions Insurance Company Can Pursue Subrogation Damages Against Engineering Firm A state appellate panel has ruled that an insurer can pursue subrogation damages against an engineering firm for flooding at a school construction site. The insurance company, Zurich American Insurance Company, sued the engineering firm after City Colleges of […] More
Abigail Zwerner’s Lawsuit Against Newport News Public Schools The Case In January, Abigail Zwerner, a first-grade teacher at Richneck Elementary School, was shot by a six-year-old student. Zwerner alleges that Newport News Public Schools failed to provide a safe learning environment for its teachers and students. The Hearing On Friday, a hearing was held in […] More
Political and Legal News Illinois Supreme Court Revives Personal Injury Suit The Illinois Supreme Court has revived a personal injury lawsuit in which a woman sued a defendant’s special representative despite the narrowing window for filing a lawsuit due to the statute of limitations. The suit, which had been brought by Jamie Lichter, concerns an […] More
The Vital Role of Depositions in Personal Injury Law For anyone who has suffered a personal injury, depositions are a critical component of building a strong case. At Peterson Law Firm, based in Kansas City, MO, we recognize the significance of these legal procedures and their impact on personal injury claims. In this opinion editorial, […] More
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The New Procedure for Appellate Court Judge Substitution Explained The Background and Disagreement with Editorial Board As a former judge, I have always respected the opinions of this publication’s Editorial Board. However, I disagree with the Oct. 23 editorial calling into question the change adopted by the state Court of Appeals in the procedure for […] More
Wisconsin Supreme Court Accepts Case Regarding State’s Legislative Maps The Wisconsin Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case involving the state’s legislative maps, according to a news release issued on Friday. The case will involve the current Republican-drawn district maps that are widely perceived as being among the most gerrymandered in the country. The […] More
The Trump Family’s Legal Troubles: How Civil Fraud Trial Could Impact Their Empire Introduction Donald Trump’s civil fraud trial has taken an interesting turn as the former president, along with his three eldest children, is set to testify in the coming days. The lawsuit, brought forth by New York Attorney General Letitia James, alleges that […] More