Legal News

Video Gives Inside Look at Federal Criminal Trials

Published by admin on Wed, 01/01/2020 - 12:00am

Washington – Of all the events that occur in a federal court, few are more central, or more dramatic, than a criminal trial.

A panel discussion featuring two federal judges, a federal prosecutor and defender, aided by a video of a crime in progress, was recorded and distributed by the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts to examine how federal criminal trials unfold.

Judges Sue Kansas Lawmakers to Boost Courts’ Funding

Published by admin on Tue, 12/31/2019 - 12:15am

Topeka, Kan. – Six trial-court judges in Kansas filed a lawsuit Dec. 20 against the state Legislature in hopes of forcing it to increase funding for the court system in a move certain to intensify majority Republicans’ ongoing frustrations with the judiciary.

Changing Kansas Supreme Court Faces Wary Legislature

Published by admin on Tue, 12/31/2019 - 12:00am

Topeka, Kan. – Kansas’ new chief justice plans to push for changes aimed at helping veterans and the mentally ill and expects to press for a budget increase from a GOP-controlled Legislature that’s likely to remain sharply critical of the state Supreme Court.

Proposed Class-Action Lawsuit Calls Liquor Markups Illegal

Published by admin on Mon, 12/30/2019 - 1:00am

Des Moines, Iowa –  A proposed class-action lawsuit filed on behalf of liquor retailers alleges that the Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Division illegally marked up the price of their products for years.

Roberts Will Tap His Inner Umpire in Impeachment Trial

Published by admin on Mon, 12/30/2019 - 1:00am

Washington – America’s last prolonged look at Chief Justice John Roberts came 14 years ago, when he told senators during his U.S. Supreme Court confirmation hearing that judges should be like baseball umpires, impartially calling balls and strikes.

“Nobody ever went to a ballgame to see the umpire,” he said.

Federal Grant Supports Legal Aid in Flood Recovery Effort

Published by admin on Mon, 12/30/2019 - 12:45am

Legal Aid of Nebraska will use $1.25 million in disaster relief funding over the next two years to help low-income Nebraskans living in communities impacted by the March 2019 flooding.

Assistance will include intensive outreach and education, integrated technology and targeted legal services, Legal Aid of Nebraska said in a news release.

Christmas Star at Courthouse Re-lit After Years of Neglect

Published by admin on Mon, 12/30/2019 - 12:00am

Columbus – A star that once shown brightly at the top of a Nebraska courthouse was re-lit Dec. 19 after maintenance crews found the star and refurbished it.

Beatrice City Attorney Resigns

Published by admin on Mon, 12/30/2019 - 12:00am

Beatrice – A city attorney under suspension has resigned.

The Beatrice City Administrator Tobias Tempelmeyer said Abigail Stark left her post earlier this month. He’s handling her duties until a replacement is found.

Lawsuit Challenges Tickets From Suburban Des Moines Speed Trap

Published by admin on Fri, 12/27/2019 - 1:00am

Windsor Heights, Iowa – Five drivers who received tickets from traffic cameras at a notorious speed trap in suburban Des Moines filed a lawsuit last Friday alleging that their rights have been violated.

The proposed class-action lawsuit seeks damages from the City of Windsor Heights, which announced earlier this month that it would remove the speed cameras on University Avenue this spring.

Department of Labor Recognizes Firms’ Support of Vets

Published by admin on Fri, 12/27/2019 - 1:00am

Papillion – The U.S. Department of Labor recently recognized four Nebraska companies for their commitment to veterans.

Berry Law Firm and Persevus LLC received platinum medallions, while Union Pacific and Executive Airborne Solutions received gold medallions. The awards were formally presented Nov. 6 in Washington, D.C., with a local presentation Dec. 9 at 88 Tactical in Sarpy County.

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