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Sydney tenant wins landmark rental bond case against landlord

A Sydney tenant has scored a significant victory at the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal, forcing a landlord to return a $2,600 bond illegally withheld after an eviction without a stated cause. The case sets a crucial precedent for renters' rights in

Stripper Sues Elderly Lover's Estate for £1.5M

Melanie Sterling, a former Las Vegas stripper, is suing the estate of her 86-year-old lover, claiming he promised her £1.5 million. The family alleges undue influence in a dramatic courtroom clash over his fortune.

India's Top Court Limits Muslim Board's Property Powers

In a pivotal decision, India's Supreme Court has ruled that the state Waqf Board cannot claim properties solely based on its own assertions, demanding concrete evidence and marking a significant moment for property rights and religious endowment law.

Pensioner deliberately rams car into elderly neighbour

Disturbing footage captures the moment a 73-year-old man intentionally reverses his car into his 71-year-old neighbour during a petty dispute over parking in a quiet residential street. The victim was hospitalised with serious injuries.

Neighbour's 'Ghost' Stunt Backfires on CCTV

A UK woman's home security camera captured her neighbour's elaborate and terrifying attempt to scare her by dressing as a ghost and rattling her windows in the dead of night. The shocking footage reveals the full extent of the bizarre Halloween harassment

Terminally ill woman loses inheritance court battle

A terminally ill mother from Surrey was disinherited by her own mother, who left the entire £325,000 estate to her other daughter, sparking a bitter legal battle over promises and family duty.

Appeals Court Denies Trump's Delay in Carroll Case

A federal appeals court has rejected Donald Trump's last-ditch effort to postpone the $83.3 million defamation payout to writer E. Jean Carroll, forcing the former president to secure a bond immediately.

Guilty Verdict in NZ Suitcase Child Murder Trial

A South Korean national has been convicted in New Zealand for the murder of her two young children, whose remains were discovered in abandoned suitcases in Auckland. The trial revealed a harrowing tale of neglect and a years-long cover-up.

Businessman handed restraining order in neighbour war

A wealthy businessman's campaign of harassment against his neighbours, which included spraying them with water and destroying a birdhouse, has ended with a restraining order. Read the full story of this suburban dispute turned legal battle.

Neighbour's Accidental Mail Opens £100k Legal Nightmare

A UK man faces a staggering £100,000 legal bill after his neighbour mistakenly received a single piece of his mail, leading to a devastating property dispute. Discover how a simple postal error unravelled into a financial catastrophe.

Amy Coney Barrett's surprising shift on Supreme Court

Justice Amy Coney Barrett is emerging as an unexpected swing vote in pivotal Supreme Court rulings, challenging assumptions about the court's conservative supermajority and demonstrating a distinct judicial philosophy.

British boy abducted to Poland returns home after 5 years

A British boy, at the centre of an international abduction case, has been safely returned to the UK after his mother took him to Poland without consent. The emotional reunion marks the end of a gruelling five-year legal battle fought by his desperate fath

Graham Linehan loses court case over transgender tweets

Father Ted creator Graham Linehan has been handed a five-year restraining order after a judge ruled his online comments about a transgender woman amounted to harassment, in a case sparking fierce debate on free speech and trans rights.

Murder witness confesses, innocent man freed from prison

In a dramatic turn of events, Brian Hooper has been released from prison after the prosecution's star witness, Paul Gooden, confessed to the 2014 murder of Lee Pomeroy himself. The case collapses, exposing a grave miscarriage of justice.

Doctor Witness Collapses During Old Bailey Trial Testimony

A medical expert witness collapsed while giving evidence at the Old Bailey, causing a temporary halt to proceedings. The incident occurred during a high-profile trial, highlighting the intense pressure of court testimony.

Trump Faces Contempt Charge Over Gag Order Breach

Explosive court filings allege Donald Trump violated a gag order by attacking key witnesses, including Stormy Daniels, in his New York criminal trial. The judge is now considering contempt charges.

Paul Doyle Denies Fatal Driving Charge in A40 Crash Case

Exclusive: Paul Doyle stands trial at Reading Crown Court, denying causing death by dangerous driving in the tragic A40 crash that claimed the life of 75-year-old Ian Morris. Latest developments from the courtroom.

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