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Trump's Shutdown Gambit Sparks Election Crisis

Donald Trump urges Republican allies to force government shutdown unless Biden administration drops all legal cases against him, creating unprecedented political standoff ahead of crucial elections.

Barefoot Investor's legal crisis over wedding loan essay

Australian financial guru Scott Pape faces legal turmoil after his controversial essay about a couple who funded their extravagant wedding through personal loans. Discover how financial advice turned into courtroom drama.

Top lawyer ousted in client fund misuse scandal

Prominent London solicitor James Donovan dismissed from PCB Litigation after allegedly misusing millions in client funds for luxury private jet travel, extravagant parties, and personal expenses in shocking financial misconduct case.

Baldoni and Lively settle copyright lawsuit

Actor Justin Baldoni settles copyright infringement case with Blake Lively over film adaptation rights, ending prolonged legal dispute that captivated Hollywood.

Scherzinger Settles Pussycat Dolls Legal Battle

Former Pussycat Dolls star Nicole Scherzinger has reached a confidential settlement with the group's founder Robin Antin after a bitter legal dispute over the cancelled 2020 reunion tour that left fans disappointed.

Trump's Immunity Claim Sparks Supreme Court Battle

Former President Donald Trump's legal team argues for absolute immunity from prosecution, potentially delaying his election interference trial and setting up a landmark Supreme Court battle that could reshape presidential power.

Justin Baldoni misses deadline in Blake Lively lawsuit

Jane the Virgin star Justin Baldoni encounters mounting legal pressure after failing to respond to lawsuits filed by Blake Lively and The New York Times over his controversial film project about child labour.

Government in constitutional clash over legal advice

A constitutional standoff has erupted in Westminster as ministers refuse to release legal advice about a controversial Liberal Democrat amendment, sparking accusations of parliamentary obstruction.

Rebel Wilson Must Pay Bauer Media's Legal Costs

Hollywood star Rebel Wilson faces fresh legal turmoil as new court documents reveal she must cover Bauer Media's substantial legal fees following her unsuccessful appeal in their long-running defamation case.

Businessman's 'No Face, No Case' Defence Goes Viral

A British entrepreneur's controversial social media strategy of concealing his identity during court proceedings sparks legal debate and online frenzy. Discover how his 'no face, no case' approach challenges modern justice systems.

Letitia James aide fired in Virginia prosecutor role

New York Attorney General Letitia James under fire as senior aide Elizabeth Yusi is abruptly dismissed from Virginia position, raising questions about political interference and professional conduct.

Barristers win right to remove court wigs

In a historic move, barristers in England and Wales can now ditch traditional wigs after legal chiefs rule them culturally insensitive in modern courtroom proceedings.

German legal loophole fuels Channel migrant crisis

Exclusive investigation reveals how people smugglers are exploiting a German legal technicality to flood the English Channel with migrants, as Labour faces mounting pressure to address the crisis.

UK bill grants legal rights to nature

A revolutionary bill introduced in Parliament could transform Britain's environmental protection by granting ecosystems legal personhood rights, following global precedents.

UK Judges Receive First AI Usage Guidelines

British judges receive first-ever official guidance on using AI in legal proceedings, marking a pivotal moment for technology in the UK justice system. Discover what's permitted and what's prohibited.

Trump's Campaign Crisis: Legal Battles Escalate

Donald Trump faces mounting legal pressures and campaign challenges as new developments threaten to derail his presidential ambitions. Exclusive analysis of the latest courtroom dramas and political manoeuvres.

Trump's legal gambit: weaponising presidential power

An alarming transformation is unfolding in American politics as legal constraints designed to limit executive power are being repurposed as weapons. This analysis examines the dangerous precedent being set and its implications for democratic institutions.

MP faces backlash over asylum hotel controversy

Shabana Mahmood accused of 'siding against local residents' in Epping migrant row as Essex council mounts new legal battle to close controversial Bell Hotel asylum seeker accommodation.

British mum wanted for murder in Albania

A British mother from Essex finds herself at the centre of an international legal battle after being accused of murder in Albania. Her family maintains her innocence while navigating the complexities of foreign justice.

Drake's Defamation Lawsuit Dismissed by Judge

A US federal judge has dismissed rapper Drake's defamation lawsuit, ruling that controversial statements made about him during a concert constituted protected opinion rather than factual claims.

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