The Trump administration's strategy of packing immigration courtrooms and reducing hearing lead times has led to a historic rise in missed court dates and immediate deportation orders, with data showing a doubling of no-show rates and a significant increase in deportations.
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is set to appear in a New York courtroom, where his lawyers will challenge the U.S. military operation that led to his ousting and arrest on drug trafficking charges. Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, have pleaded not guilty.
Singer-songwriter David Anthony Burke, known as D4vd, faces a preliminary hearing in Los Angeles for the murder and sexual abuse of 13-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Prosecutors allege Burke killed Hernandez to silence her about their sexual relationship, then dismembered her body.
A landmark lawsuit held Meta and Google accountable for designing addictive social media platforms that harm children. Plaintiff Kaley was awarded $6m after a jury found the companies liable for malice, oppression, or fraud. Lawyer Mark Lanier utilized AI in his "righteous case" against the tech giants.
Several women in the legal profession share how the character Elle Woods from 'Legally Blonde' inspired their careers, encouraging them to embrace their individuality and overcome challenges in a male-dominated field.
Erika Kirk, widow of Charlie Kirk, is asking a Utah judge to allow open courtroom display of all evidence related to her husband's killing, fearing conspiracy theories. The request comes during a preliminary hearing for alleged murderer Tyler Robinson.
Prosecutors began presenting their case against Tyler Robinson in a Utah courtroom, seeking to prove sufficient evidence for him to face trial and the death penalty for the fatal shooting of far-right commentator Charlie Kirk. The five-day hearing started Monday with testimony from a former police officer.
A preliminary hearing began Monday for Tyler Robinson, accused of murdering conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Prosecutors aim to convince a judge Robinson should stand trial, with Donald Trump Jr. attending the proceedings. Kirk's widow fled the courtroom as details of the shooting were presented.
Charlie Kirk's widow and parents will attend a preliminary hearing in Utah this week where prosecutors will argue for the death penalty against the man accused of his murder. Defendant Tyler Robinson, 23, faces aggravated murder charges for the September 10 shooting.
Self-exiled Chinese billionaire Guo Wengui received a 30-year US prison sentence for a massive financial fraud that cost over 1,000 people hundreds of millions. Judge Analisa Torres stated he exploited those seeking democracy in China, using their money for lavish living.
Donna Sturman, Rex Heuermann's former assistant, describes him as "schlubby" and "awkward" before his arrest for the Gilgo Beach murders. She recounts his disorganization and peculiar habits, like leaving pizza crusts, which ironically became crucial DNA evidence. Sturman expressed shock at his transformation into a serial killer.
A federal judge has upheld the obstruction of justice conviction of former Wisconsin judge Hannah Dugan, who helped a man evade immigration officers. Dugan resigned after her conviction, which was seen as a test of Trump's immigration policies.
Johnny Depp's 1995 quote about love and anger resurfaced during his defamation trial with Amber Heard. The actor's Hollywood comeback is underway with upcoming films and a renewed focus on his career.
Haji Najibullah, a former Taliban commander, has been sentenced to 42 years in prison for his role in the 2008 kidnapping of US journalist David Rohde and other acts of violence. Rohde, who was held for seven months, testified at Najibullah's sentencing, detailing the psychological torture he endured. Najibullah pleaded guilty to hostage-taking and providing material support for terrorism.
A Missouri man pleaded guilty to a conspiracy involving attempted Bitcoin theft, a Lamborghini carjacking, and kidnapping in Danbury, Connecticut. The case highlights the growing physical threats around crypto wealth, with perpetrators targeting individuals and their families.
A South Carolina jury found Chikei Rick Chow, 61, not guilty of murder in the 2023 shooting death of 14-year-old Cyrus Carmack-Belton. The verdict sparked outrage from the victim's family, who vowed to pursue civil action.
Samarth Singh, husband of the deceased Twisha Sharma, was arrested at Jabalpur district court. Her family's lawyer alleges Singh was hiding in a locked courtroom before police took him into custody. The MP govt recommended a CBI probe.
Suriya and Trisha's 'Karuppu' has grossed Rs 189.05 crore worldwide in its first week. The fantasy action entertainer, blending mythology and courtroom drama, saw steady collections despite a slight dip on Day 7, with the Tamil version leading the numbers.
A jury swiftly rejected Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI founders, citing his delayed filing. Court proceedings revealed Musk's own alleged redirection of OpenAI resources to Tesla, undermining his claims of charitable trust breach.
A Pakistani court sentenced Umar Hayat to death for the murder of social media influencer Sana Yousaf. The June murder sparked nationwide debate on women's safety and online victim-blaming.
Khaled Mohamed Ali El Hishri, a former militia commander accused of murder, rape, and torture in Libyan detention centers, has appeared at the International Criminal Court (ICC). This is the first case to reach a courtroom from the ICC's investigation into crimes in Libya post-Gaddafi, marking a significant step towards justice for refugees.
Khaled Mohamed Ali El Hishri, a former Libyan militia commander, faces a landmark hearing at the International Criminal Court (ICC) on charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity. This is the first case from the ICC's Libya investigation to reach a courtroom, stemming from alleged abuses in detention centres.
Attorneys admitted to a federal court that they submitted fabricated quotations generated by AI in a lawsuit against the Trump administration over federal layoffs. The mistake occurred when using Anthropic's Claude Console, leading to "phantom quotations."
Elon Musk has faced a series of legal defeats and settlements recently, including a loss against OpenAI and Sam Altman. Despite these setbacks and his immense wealth, experts doubt he will change his aggressive legal approach.
