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BBC seeks dismissal of Trump defamation suit over unaired Panorama edit
media26 days ago

BBC seeks dismissal of Trump defamation suit over unaired Panorama edit

BBC asks a Florida court to dismiss Donald Trump’s defamation lawsuit over a Panorama edit, arguing the programme never aired in the United States and the court lacks personal jurisdiction; Trump says the edited clip falsely suggested he urged supporters to storm the Capitol on Jan 6, 2021, while the BBC maintains there was no malice and that the documentary wasn’t distributed in North America, despite licensing and VPN access questions; last month a Florida judge rejected the BBC’s request to delay discovery, Trump has about two weeks to respond to the motion, and a potential 2027 trial date could be set if the case proceeds.

Judge dismisses Babson student’s deportation case; appeal underway.
legal1 month ago

Judge dismisses Babson student’s deportation case; appeal underway.

A Boston federal judge dismissed Any Lucia Lopez Balloza’s deportation lawsuit for lack of jurisdiction; her attorney vows an appeal and has broadened his team, while Lopez Balloza declined a U.S. return to avoid detention and disruption to her studies. The case was filed in Boston after authorities wouldn’t disclose her location following her detainment by ICE.

Estate presses to enforce Doherty divorce as ex-husband battles jurisdiction
entertainment2 months ago

Estate presses to enforce Doherty divorce as ex-husband battles jurisdiction

Shannen Doherty’s estate is moving to enforce the divorce settlement with ex-husband Kurt Iswarienko, four months after Doherty’s death, while Iswarienko argues the proceeding should not stand in the court that handled the agreement because her death ended the marriage. The estate alleges Iswarienko failed to list a Texas property for sale, withheld about $50,000, and did not return Doherty’s belongings, and it seeks lists of works and licensing rights and other obligations described in the settlement, including removal of Doherty’s photos from his site.

ICC's Challenge: Prosecuting Non-Member Israel Amid Global Tensions

ICC's Challenge: Prosecuting Non-Member Israel Amid Global Tensions

The International Criminal Court (ICC) can prosecute leaders of non-member states like Israel if alleged crimes occur in territories of member states or if the United Nations Security Council refers a situation to the ICC. This jurisdictional reach allows the ICC to investigate potential war crimes or crimes against humanity committed in Palestinian territories, which are recognized by the ICC as a member state.

Nevada Fake Electors Case Dismissed for Lack of Jurisdiction
legal-news1 year ago

Nevada Fake Electors Case Dismissed for Lack of Jurisdiction

A Clark County judge dismissed charges against six Nevada Republicans who submitted a false slate of electoral votes for Donald Trump in 2020, citing lack of jurisdiction. The judge ruled that the case should be heard in Carson City or Douglas County, where the alleged crimes occurred. Nevada Attorney General Aaron Ford plans to appeal the decision to the state Supreme Court.

"Fifth Circuit's Judge Shopping Concerns Threaten Major Cases"
law-and-justice2 years ago

"Fifth Circuit's Judge Shopping Concerns Threaten Major Cases"

The US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit is facing challenges as parties attempt to move high-profile cases out of its jurisdiction, prompting concerns about judge shopping. The circuit is considering requests to block the transfer of cases involving the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and Elon Musk's SpaceX. Legal experts note that the bar for an appeals court to reverse a transfer order is high, and the circuit's recent actions may give the impression that it is trying to retain major cases within its jurisdiction. The venue issue has become more visible, with attorneys aggressively pushing for transfers out of the Fifth Circuit. The court's handling of these cases has raised concerns about the message it is sending and the potential impact on future litigation.

"Federal Judge Dismisses Big Pharma Lawsuit Against Medicare Drug Price Negotiation"
legalhealthcare2 years ago

"Federal Judge Dismisses Big Pharma Lawsuit Against Medicare Drug Price Negotiation"

A federal judge in Texas dismissed a lawsuit brought by pharmaceutical trade group PhRMA, arguing that forcing drug makers to negotiate Medicare drug prices is unconstitutional, ruling that the court lacks jurisdiction. The lawsuit is one of nine from the pharmaceutical industry challenging the price negotiations outlined in the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022. The judge's decision is a small win for the Biden administration, which is defending the negotiations on multiple fronts.

"Ted Cruz Criticizes Biden's Plan for Texas"
politics2 years ago

"Ted Cruz Criticizes Biden's Plan for Texas"

Senator Ted Cruz criticizes a provision in the bipartisan Senate immigration and foreign aid bill that would centralize authority in Washington, D.C., preventing Texas from challenging its provisions in local courts. Cruz argues that this would likely lead to Texas losing cases due to an abundance of liberal judges in D.C. The bill also includes additional funding for border control and military aid to Ukraine, but faces opposition from Republicans in the House and is deemed unlikely to pass into law.

Shannon Jr. Lawsuit Escalates: U of I Responds with Federal Court Filing
legal2 years ago

Shannon Jr. Lawsuit Escalates: U of I Responds with Federal Court Filing

The University of Illinois has successfully moved Terrence Shannon Jr.'s lawsuit to federal court, with an initial hearing scheduled for January 12. The university's legal filing cited federal jurisdiction based on Shannon's claims of due process under Title IX, prompting the move from Champaign County court to the U.S. District Court for the Central District of Illinois. Shannon's team of attorneys has yet to respond to this latest development.

"Judges Question Lawyer's Attempt to Move Meadows' Georgia Election Interference Case to Federal Court"
politics2 years ago

"Judges Question Lawyer's Attempt to Move Meadows' Georgia Election Interference Case to Federal Court"

Mark Meadows, former White House chief of staff, faced tough questions from a panel of appeals court judges as he sought to move a Georgia election interference case from state court to federal court. The judges appeared skeptical of Meadows' arguments, which claim that the allegations against him concern actions he took as a federal officer. Moving the case to federal court would provide advantages for Meadows, but a federal judge previously ruled in favor of the prosecutors, stating that Meadows' conduct was not related to his role as chief of staff. The three-judge panel heard oral arguments and questioned both sides, with one judge noting that Meadows seemed to define his official duties broadly. Meadows' lawyer argued that the case should be resolved in federal court to address important matters relating to federal law.

"House Committee Delves into Controversial Space Mining Debate"
space2 years ago

"House Committee Delves into Controversial Space Mining Debate"

A House hearing on space mining sparked a partisan debate about the viability of the field and the jurisdiction of the committee to examine it. Witnesses argued that space resource extraction could be crucial for the future of the United States but required careful study and government support. Some cautioned that the US was at risk of falling behind China in space resource extraction. Democrats questioned the need for a hearing on space mining and argued that it should be considered by the House Science Committee instead. The hearing also highlighted the challenges faced by space mining company AstroForge, which has encountered problems with its first spacecraft.