In one of the most high-profile legal proceedings in recent years, the criminal trial revolving around alleged activities of Donald Trump’s former Lawyer, Michael Cohen, has provided unexpected turn of events. Notably, David Pecker, the CEO of the National Enquirer, has been granted immunity to testify. The pivotal trial provides fresh insights each day, bringing to light the question of journalistic integrity of the National Enquirer. Reuters provides a comprehensive account of the ongoing developments in the trial.
In related corporate news, the departure of executive leadership at Boeing has seen a collective payout of approximately $45 million. Detailed insights on these payouts are available in a report by Bloomberg Law News.
Adding to the mounting concern over abortion laws, the Supreme Court is preparing to hear yet another case involving women placed in dangerous situations due to the Dobbs law. The case this time also implicates a law from Ronald Reagan’s tenure, adding another layer of complexity. More information is available in a report by CNN.
After its substantial failings in the Larry Nassar case, the Department of Justice has offered up $139 million to victims. The comprehensive account of the DOJ’s decision and the FBI’s botched handling of the case can be found in the detailed report by Law360.
Meanwhile, Latham’s efforts to overhaul New York City’s property taxes has drawn considerable attention. This proposed change could impact poor neighborhoods significantly, which currently face tax rates three times higher than affluent areas. Further insight into Latham’s efforts can be found in Litigation Daily.
Regarding homelessness case coverage, The Washington Post recently penned an editorial. Criticism then emerged regarding the paper’s research into the basic facts of the case, which can be examined in a critique by Balls and Strikes.
Finally, concerns have been raised by Columbia law professors over the university’s handling of a recent protest. The Intercept provides a detailed account of these concerns and the associated legal parameters in this article.