ABA Journal
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Articles from ABA Journal
Virginia Man Gets 15 Years for Animal Cruelty and Social Media Fraud Scheme
Rodney Travis Jr. sentenced to 15 years and fined $25,000 in Virginia for torturing cats and defrauding donors via social media.
Indiana Supreme Court to Rule on Religious Right to Abortion
Indiana Supreme Court reviews challenge to state's abortion ban on religious freedom grounds, a key test for religious liberty and abortion laws.
Harvey AI Raises $550M, Valued at $15.5B, Acquires Guardrails AI
Harvey secures $550M Series D round, boosting valuation to $15.5 billion and acquiring Guardrails AI, signaling growth in legal AI.
Ex-DOJ Lawyer Sues Over Firing Linked to Mel Gibson Gun Rights Case
Elizabeth Oyer sued DOJ in Sept 2026, alleging wrongful termination for refusing to restore Mel Gibson’s gun rights, raising DOJ ethics concerns.
Kirkland & Skadden Fined $2M for Covering False Testimony in Georgia Fraud Case
Kirkland & Ellis and Skadden each fined $1M for attorney misconduct in eClinicalWorks fraud case; penalty funds ethics education in Georgia.
Trial of Lindsay Clancy Ends in Mistrial After Jury Deadlock
The mistrial in Lindsay Clancy's case highlights legal challenges in handling postpartum psychosis defenses in criminal court.
Judge Questions Jay-Z’s Extortion Claim Against Lawyer in Rape Case
A federal judge expressed doubts about Jay-Z's extortion lawsuit against lawyer Andrew Brettler in a withdrawn rape case, highlighting legal boundaries in celebrity disputes.
NASCAR Sues Online Sellers Over Counterfeit Merchandise
NASCAR filed a trademark lawsuit against online counterfeit sellers in North Carolina federal court on July 27, 2026, targeting deceptive e-commerce tactics.
NY Public Defenders End Strike After Weeklong Fight Over Conditions
After a weeklong strike, Brooklyn public defenders return to work with new contract raising pay and restoring remote work, spotlighting legal aid funding issues.
Employers Face Biometric Privacy Risks From AI-Powered Smart Glasses
Employers using AI smart glasses must navigate biometric privacy laws like Illinois BIPA and Texas CUBI to avoid lawsuits and penalties.
Texas Judge Indicted, Suspended, Resigns Under Lifetime Ban
Texas Judge Rosie Speedlin Gonzalez indicted for official oppression, suspended, and resigns under lifetime ban following judicial misconduct case.
Former Wisconsin Judge Fined $5K After Obstructing ICE Arrest
Ex-Milwaukee judge Hannah Dugan fined $5,000 after conviction for obstructing ICE agents during courthouse arrest of an immigrant.