article thumbnail

Justia Free Resources: The Justia U.S. Supreme Court Center

Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog

Supreme Court has played a key role in shaping American life. The Court has defined the scope of individual liberties under the Constitution, determined the limits of government power, and interpreted federal laws in areas such as employment, immigration, and the environment. Supreme Court Center. For over 230 years, the U.S.

Court 78
article thumbnail

We ask ChatGPT: Are true crime findings admissible in court?

Martindale-Avvo

I’ve had an idea to write a piece about true crime authors and their findings (are they admissible in court, what’s legal, etc.), Martindale-Avvo (MA): How do true crime authors get around detectives and help criminal defense/prosecution attorneys? MA: Is investigative journalism permitted in court?

Court 98
professionals

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Local Q&A: I’m a new law school grad who lives in the midwest. What are the most popular areas of practice in Chicago, IL?

Martindale-Avvo

Litigation : This area of practice involves representing clients in court, including civil and criminal trials, appeals, and alternative dispute resolution. Real estate law: This involves representing clients in matters related to buying, selling, leasing, and developing real estate, including zoning and land use regulations.

article thumbnail

Decoding Justice: Key Differences Between Civil and Criminal Litigation

CaseFox

An organised legal procedure is usually followed in civil litigation, which includes filing a complaint, pre-trial motions, trial, and possible appeals. In contrast to criminal trials, the goal of civil action is frequently to gain specific remedies or compensation instead of punishment.

article thumbnail

The FTX Saga: There’s No New Hope

Richmond Journal of Law and Technology

13] As more and more profiles come out weekly regarding Bankman-Fried and FTX, his court battle has continued on as well. In early March, Bankman-Fried’s lawyers reportedly argued that it might be necessary to delay Bankman-Fried’s criminal trial scheduled for October 2. [14] 14] In a letter to U.S.

article thumbnail

Best law books: the ultimate reading list for legal professionals

Simple Legal

STORMING THE COURT: HOW A BAND OF LAW STUDENTS FOUGHT THE PRESIDENT—AND WON by Brandt Goldstein If you’re ever feeling discouraged as a young lawyer or questioning the impact you can have on the world, this is the book to pick up. BUSINESS BRIBES: CORPORATE CORRUPTION AND THE COURTS by Cecil C. court system. Tate, Roy M.

article thumbnail

Forensic Fraud: Now Available on Daytime TV – A frank discussion about the admissibility of photo and video enhancement testimony

Cyber Crime Review

Unfortunately, American courts seem to be the only ones left out of the joke, frequently admitting video and photo enhancement evidence that is nary more than forensic fraud. For those of you who have jobs, families, or hobbies, Jodi Arias’s murder trial is the trial du jour for bored housewives and retirees.