The proper allocation of the burden of proof during closing arguments is a recurring issue in civil litigation. On August 19, 2025, the Illinois First District Court of Appeals affirmed the trial ...

The court’s ruling stems from a 2024 appeal filed by plaintiff’s counsel, who argued the jury should have awarded punitive ...

A map shows California’s newly redrawn congressional districts approved by voters during a special election on Nov. 4, 2025. Graphic: Assembly Elections Committee / California State Assembly / Used ...

OAKLAND, Calif. (CN) — In the civil trial over the fatal police shooting of a 33-year-old father of two, attorneys for both the plaintiffs and defendants described what happened to the man as a ...

On Wednesday afternoon attorneys for both sides had tentatively agreed to begin final arguments by midday on Thursday, in a bid to wrap up a nearly three-week trial that has garnered international ...

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (WNYT) — Closing arguments are expected this week in the civil trial over the collapse of the St. Clare’s Hospital pension fund. According to the Times Union, former Bishop Edward ...

In settlement agreements, a valid release serves as a critical mechanism for resolving disputes between parties.  By its terms, a release is ...

(The Center Square) - Lawyers supporting and opposing Californias congressional redistricting maps made their closing ...