Litigation Lex

09/09/2026

Ever wondered about the paycheck for rig workers? Many bring home around $300,000 a year, with day rates of $2,000-$2,500 before overtime. It's a tough life with 14 days on, 14 days off, but the money is undeniably significant.

09/09/2026

The jury has informed the judge they cannot reach a unanimous decision. The judge has urged them to continue deliberating, but a mistrial is increasingly likely. What's causing the deadlock in this complex case?

09/09/2026

The jury might be deadlocked. If they can't reach a decision, the judge could declare a mistrial today. This could mean a retrial or a plea deal. Our community is deeply divided on this case.

09/04/2026

Lindsay knew she was in crisis. She called su***de hotlines and was turned away. Over four months, doctors prescribed 13 different medications, yet no one adequately managed her treatment or addressed
the underlying condition.

Women should not have to reach a point of tragedy before their pain is taken seriously. Kim Villanueva, National NOW President

Full statement here: https://now.org/media-center/press-release/dont-criminalize-womens-health/

09/04/2026

A mistrial means a new jury and a fresh start for the prosecution. With public outcry over the initial evidence, this retrial could be their last opportunity to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. A potential plea of not guilty by reason of insanity presents its own complex challenges.

09/04/2026

The jury is deadlocked, and a mistrial is predicted by the end of the day. If it happens, the prosecution faces a tough decision: retry the case or offer a plea deal. The community remains divided on this deeply emotional case.

09/03/2026

09/03/2026

09/01/2026

The complexity of a not guilty by reason of insanity plea means visual evidence, like a butcher's knife, can be crucial. Even when prosecution disputes su***de intent, seeing the weapon helps jurors understand the full context of the testimony.