In recent legal developments, Robert Costello, known for his role in Donald Trump’s hush-money criminal trial, has chosen to engage in a courtroom fight with the judge while on the stand, a bold move with potentially significant consequences. More details were reported on by the Washington Post.
In other news, Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen was reportedly recorded admitting to violating campaign finance laws. He allegedly claimed to have recruited a token primary opponent to increase his fundraising. The incident was revealed by NBC Montana.
At the Supreme Court, Justice Alito is under scrutiny after a reported misinterpretation of history in relation to the proper flag etiquette. Analysis and comments on this case can be read at Balls and Strikes.
Meanwhile, Skadden, one of the world’s leading law firms, has had its premises raided once again. More information is available at the Financial Times.
Media mogul Rupert Murdoch, a known player in the field of corporate veil practices, continues to avoid a lawsuit from Prince Harry, thanks to a recent ruling in the UK. Further coverage of the case can be found on Reuters.
In political shifts, the First Circuit, specifically in New England, is reportedly void of Republicans, with a totally Democratic-appointed court. The situation has been reported in the National Law Journal.
Yet another large law firm, this time a Biglaw firm, is facing a lawsuit. The suit is reportedly based on the firm’s requirement for vaccination against COVID-19, seen as infringing on employees’ freedom of choice. More on this story can be found in the ABA Journal.
Finally, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is said to be intensifying efforts to crack down on false advertising related to “Made in the USA” claims. This development is reported to have potential implications for former President Trump. The details were covered by Bloomberg Law News.