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Cain Velasquez attorney Mark Geragos gives updates ahead of pre-trial hearing: ‘There are going to be some surprises’

Mark Geragos provides insight into where things stand with his client and former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez.

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Is judge skeptical of Scott Peterson’s argument for a new trial?

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. — Scott Peterson’s lawyers made their final appeal in court Thursday to convince a judge that his conviction for murdering his pregnant wife, Laci, and unborn son two decades ago should be overturned because a “feisty” juror with a history of domestic violence was biased against him…

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Judge to decide if Scott Peterson victim of jury misconduct

A prosecutor says a California juror who convicted Scott Peterson in the murder of his pregnant wife may have provided incorrect answers on a jury questionnaire, but she did not commit misconduct

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Ex-UFC fighter Cain Velasquez pleads not guilty to shooting charges

SAN JOSE, Calif. — Former UFC fighter Cain Velasquez has formally pleaded not guilty to attempted murder, assault and weapons charges alleging that in February he chased then shot at a man accused of molesting his young son, and ended up wounding the man’s stepfather.

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Alleged Cain Velasquez shooting victim denies allegations by family, asks to delay civil lawsuit to prevent ‘witch hunt’

Paul Bender is the man Cain Velasquez allegedly shot and the defendant in a civil lawsuit pertaining to an alleged molestation of a child.

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Cain Velasquez’s attorney files petition to California appellate court requesting release from jail

A 246-page document filed by Cain Velasquez's attorney is challenging a judge's denial for bail and makes mention of possible CTE.

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Cain Velasquez denied bail for third time after judge deems Harry Goularte civil testimony status irrelevant

Cain Velasquez defense attorney Mark Geragos tried again, but Judge Shelyna Brown remained firm in her ruling.

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Cain Velasquez attorney Mark Geragos concerned about fair prosecution from district attorney

"It's obvious to me that the DA is serving two masters here and can't be trusted to prosecute fairly," Mark Geragos told MMA Junkie in regards to a June 24 hearing.

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Former UFC star Cain Velasquez sues alleged shooting target over molestation allegations

LOS ANGELES — Cain Velasquez, the former UFC heavyweight champion charged with the attempted murder of a man he claims molested his 4-year-old son, is now suing the man and his family who own a childcare business where the alleged molestation took place.

Los Angeles Times

Cain Velasquez plea hearing continued again, as attorneys work out discovery issues

The plea hearing for Cain Velasquez, former UFC champ, was continued yet again, as he faces attempted murder and other charges.

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Attorney: Victims in alleged Cain Velasquez shooting experiencing trauma, intimidation since attack

The attorney for Paul Bender confirmed to MMA Junkie that a Cain Velasquez supporter threw a molotov cocktail toward his client's home.

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Cain Velasquez denied bail: Judge disregards possible CTE, conditions proposed by defense

Judge Shelyna Brown reiterated her view that Cain Velasquez is not only a threat to Harry Goularte and his family – but also the community at large.

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‘There is no threat’: Cain Velasquez defense attorney Mark Geragos optimistic bail will be granted

The "Free Cain" support has been strong, but Velasquez remains behind bars. Attorney Mark Geragos hopes that changes Monday.

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Cain Velasquez plea hearing moved to May 6 at council’s request

Cain Velasquez's lawyer intends to file a motion asking for his release between now and May 6.

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Los Angeles Times

California State Bar will investigate Armenian genocide victim payments

LOS ANGELES — The chief prosecutor for the State Bar of California said Tuesday that the agency was taking a fresh look at attorney conduct in landmark Armenian genocide reparations cases following a Los Angeles Times investigation that detailed corruption and misdirection of funds in one of the settlements.

Los Angeles Times

Top lawmakers demand investigation of corruption in Armenian genocide victim payments

Four influential California lawmakers called this week for an investigation into a $17.5-million class-action settlement on behalf of Armenian genocide victims that a Los Angeles Times investigation found had been marred by fraud, diverted funds and a rejection rate of 92%.

Los Angeles Times

California lawmakers demand investigation of corruption in Armenian genocide victim payments

LOS ANGELES — Four influential California lawmakers called this week for an investigation into a $17.5 million class-action settlement on behalf of Armenian genocide victims that a Los Angeles Times investigation found had been marred by fraud, diverted funds and a rejection rate of 92%.

Chicago Tribune

Judge: Defamation suit over ‘whiteface’ comments by Jussie Smollett’s attorney can proceed

CHICAGO — A federal judge in Chicago has ruled that comments made by Jussie Smollett’s attorney on national television three years ago that two Black brothers might have attacked the actor while in “whiteface” could be construed as defamation.

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Chicago Sun-Times

Defamation lawsuit against Jussie Smollett’s lawyer can proceed, judge rules

On national TV and podcasts, high-profile attorneys suggested brothers Abimbola and Olabinjo Osundairo were in ‘whiteface” during staged a hate crime attack.

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