The scientist Michael Mann is challenging attacks on his work in a defamation suit that’s taken 12 years to come to trial.
Tag: Suits and Litigation (Civil)
Trump’s Privacy Case Over Dossier Thrown Out by U.K. High Court
A judge ruled that Donald J. Trump had no grounds for claiming compensation over the dossier from Christopher Steele, a former British spy.
Former N.H.L. Player Faces Sexual Assault Charges in Canada
The accusation, made in London, Ontario, in 2018, has put the country’s hockey organization into turmoil and outraged the public.
Prince Harry Withdraws Libel Claim Against Mail on Sunday Publisher
The prince had been suing Associated Newspapers over a 2022 article suggesting he misled the public over his security arrangements, claiming it was defamatory.
What Might Happen Next in the Genocide Case Against Israel
Exploring the role of the International Court of Justice in human rights.
3-Year Cruise Passengers Seek Fraud Charges Over Cancellation
After more than a month of missed deadlines for refunds, a group of hard-hit passengers who signed up for the failed Life at Sea cruise is pursuing legal intervention.
India’s Court System Is Hopelessly Backed Up
With 50 million criminal and civil cases pending, it would take 300 years to clear the country’s judicial backlog.
Prince Harry’s Phone Was Hacked by U.K. Tabloid, Judge Rules in Landmark Case
The ruling was a major victory for the royal in his long-running campaign against media intrusion into his life — and a blow to Britain’s tabloid press.
U.S. Expels Ex-Chile Army Officer to Face Charges in Killing of Víctor Jara
Pedro Barrientos, 74, was charged in the kidnapping, torture and killing of the popular folk singer Víctor Jara days after the 1973 military coup that deposed President Salvador Allende.
Shakira Reaches Deal in Spanish Tax Fraud Trial
Prosecutors had charged the pop star with failing to pay 14.5 million euros in income taxes. Her trial had been set to begin on Monday.