In a recent update in the case of Sam Bankman-Fried, the attorneys are formulating a theory that their cooperating witnesses have merely altered their narrative over time. As per their claims, these witnesses were on their side initially, which significantly fortified their testimonial value. For further insight into this case, you can refer to this piece on Law360.
In other news, the appeal of the ‘SLAPPy’ case against Kathy Griffin was heard by the Sixth Circuit. The majority of the adjudicating panel seemed suitably hesitant, grounded on the prevailing law. However, Judge Amul Thapar expressed solidarity with the plaintiff’s case. His position seems hinged more on his inclinations towards securing a spot in Trump’s Supreme Court shortlist, as reported by the Courthouse News Service.
Alex Murdaugh, a name reputable in the domain of true crime, has been granted permission to seek a fresh trial. Observers have noted this as a potential stimulus for true crime genre content, starving for captivating narratives. Refer to Reuters for more insights.
An unusual law school ranking has been spotted surfacing, as described by Law.com. This ranking peculiarly amalgamates diverse other rankings into a seemingly chaotic yet compelling mix, with USNWR maintaining the dominance.
Meanwhile, at the NYU Law School, a student is driving headlines with his assertion of the necessity of Hamas attacks. Now, he is confronting the school’s insinuation that it may investigate these statements. This contentious incident is detailed in the New York Law Journal.
Lastly, a report surveying approximately 900 chief legal officers about cybersecurity and data privacy is also catching attention. To be updated with what these high-ranking legal executives think of cybersecurity’s current state, consider this article in Bloomberg Law News.