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Court upholds Michael Avenatti's conviction for plotting to extort up to $25 million from Nike

A federal appeals court has upheld disgraced lawyer Michael Avenatti’s conviction for plotting to extort up to $25 million from shoe giant Nike – one of several legal messes that have landed him behind bars

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The cost of our new reality TV heyday

This summer of a famous "Vanderpump Rules" cheating scandal coincides with another Bravo star calling to unionize

Salon

‘We won’t take this any more!’: the reality TV stars battling to unionise

From traumatic experiences to pitiful pay, reality show cast members are sharing their horror stories. As Hollywood continues to strike, is now the time to demand change?

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California judge rejects new murder trial for Scott Peterson

A California judge has rejected a new murder trial for Scott Peterson in the death of his wife and their unborn child

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Heat of passion: Cain Velasquez attorney explains why preliminary hearing judges’ reactions could be encouraging sign to defense

Cain Velasquez's attorney Mark Geragos explains to MMA Junkie why recent comments made by preliminary hearing judges could be encouraging.

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Ex-UFC Champ Cain Velasquez Granted Bail in Attempted Murder Case

The former UFC heavyweight champion had served eight months in jail prior to Tuesday’s ruling.

Sports Illustrated

Cain Velasquez case: Judge sends shooting charges to trial, but grants bail

SAN JOSE, Calif. — Former UFC champion Cain Velasquez will have to continue fighting in court after a judge allowed criminal charges — alleging that Velasquez tried to kill a South Bay man accused of molesting his child — to proceed to trial.

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Cain Velasquez pre-trial hearing: Live updates

Follow along for live updates of Cain Velasquez's pre-trial hearing on charges of attempted murder and more.

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Video: Cain Velasquez appears in court as pre-trial date pushed back

Former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez appeared in court as his case was further delayed.

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Judge issues order on discovery conflict stalling Cain Velasquez attempted murder case

For 228 days, Cain Velasquez has been imprisoned. A hearing Thursday may have finally moved him one step closer to trial.

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Celebrity attorney Geragos subject of fraud probe

The State Bar of California said Tuesday that it is investigating one of California’s best known celebrity lawyers in connection with the spending of money in the United States and France from a multimillion-dollar insurance settlement related to the Armenian Genocide

The Independent UK

Cain Velasquez in-camera hearing continued until Sept. 9

A hearing behind closed doors Monday was continued until Sept. 9.

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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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The Independent UK

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.

Los Angeles Times

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.

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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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