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As one of just a few judges licensed to try murder cases at the Old Bailey, the author has presided over many of the high-profile cases that all too often grab our attention in dramatic media headlines—for every unlawful death tells a story. But, unlike most of us, a judge doesn't get to turn the page and move on. Nor does the defendant, or the family of the victim, nor the many other people who populate the court room. Peeling apart six dramatic murder and manslaughter cases, Unlawful Killings removes this distinction between 'them' and 'us'.

Racial hatred is one of the ugliest of human emotions. And the United States not only once condoned it, it also mandated it?wove it right into the fabric of American jurisprudence. Federal and state governments legally suspended the free will of blacks for 150 years and then denied blacks equal...

A brand new thriller from the internationally bestselling author of A QUIET BELIEF IN ANGELS **** Rookie police officer Rachel Hoffman has never seen a dead body before. It will not be her last. Her first murder case is a young woman - sent off to sleep with a mysterious note that quotes from an...

Soon to be a MAJOR MOVIE. A gripping and heartbreaking story, A Thousand Miles from Care tells the 30-year quest Steve Johnson undertook to uncover the truth about his brilliant brother’s death. At the entrance of Sydney Harbor, the cliffs rise fourteen stories above the Pacific, like a...

Financial Crime Defense Podcast by Beacon Legal PLLC with offices in Pensacola, FL, and Gainesville, FL.

Legal Graffiti Sezzions is a window into the mind of personal injury lawyer Joe Zarzaur. Each episode, Joe sits down with thought-provoking guests, dives into issues that matter, and shares his unfiltered take on law, life, and culture. Through deep conversations about the civil justice system, the podcast highlights how he fights to protect the community from harms caused by careless people and corporations. From powerful courtroom stories to insightful community discussions, nothing is off limits. With endless topics to explore and voices to highlight, Joe and his guests bring you fresh ...

Ten famous court cases come to life through reenactment of actual conversations preserved through trial transcripts and court reporters to explore the foundations of our current legal systems.

Seattle attorney and media legal analyst Anne Bremner takes us inside some of the biggest cases of recent times and offers her expert insights and analysis as our legal system faces unprecedented forces fighting to tip the scales of justice their way. Justice in the Age of Judgement is Bremner’s unparalleled and unflinching look at the captivating cases tried on Twitter and TV, where the burden of proof and fundamental legal tenet of “innocent until proven guilty” is under assault from the court of public opinion.

It’s a total crime wave: A mini encyclopedia of true crime, packed with stories of killers, cons, survivors, forensics and more! More than 200 stories of killers, con artists, master thieves, and brazen kidnappers—and strong survivors, detectives, forensic breakthroughs, and legal minds on...

THE TOP TEN SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER Could the courts really order the death of your innocent baby? Was there an illegal immigrant who couldn't be deported because he had a pet cat? Are unelected judges truly enemies of the people? Most of us think the law is only relevant to criminals, if we...

A bright young Texas lawyer determined to make it on his own leaves the DA's office to pursue a career as a criminal defense attorney. Just months later, he finds himself at the center of an international ecstasy drug trafficking ring. As a charismatic negotiator, Lawyer X ignores danger and resurrects a deal gone bad. Caught red-handed in Paris, France, he lands in prison indefinitely.

“A haunting true crime tale of systemic incompetence and racism” (New York Times) – and its devastating effect on innocent lives After two three-year-old girls were raped and murdered in rural Mississippi, law enforcement pursued and convicted two innocent men: Kennedy Brewer and Levon...

What happens after the arrest? Exhibit A: The Legal Side of True Crime takes you beyond the crime scene and into the courtroom, where the real drama unfolds. Each trial dissects a true crime case–not just the who and the what, but the how and the why behind the trial. From opening statements and legal loopholes to shocking verdicts and controversial takes, we break it down with sharp analysis, a dash of wit, and a zero tolerance for bad lawyering. Whether you’re a crime junkie, an aspiring lawyer, or just obsessed with Law and Order, consider this your subpoena. I’m your host, Maddie ...

In this Very Short Introduction, Georgios A. Antonopoulos and Georgios Papanicolaou uncover the reality of organized crime in our world today. Shining a light on the people involved in organized crime, Antonopoulos and Papanicolaou question whether the term "organized" is used to evoke the image, the operations, and power of a legitimate organization, such as a corporation. Discussing whether there are particular crimes that the label "organized crime" applies to, or if any crime can be organized, they also consider what happens when organized crime extends beyond borders.

The true story of the most notorious crime in American nautical history -- a uniquely grotesque triple murder -- and the long journey to truth. The Herbert Fuller, a three-masted sailing ship loaded with New England lumber, left Boston bound for Buenos Aires on July 8, 1896 with twelve people on...

In this gripping series, Helena Kennedy, celebrated human rights lawyer, broadcaster and civil liberties expert and playwright Rib Davis bring to life eight groundbreaking twentieth century trials. With the help of a full cast, they reveal how the British legal system has been influenced by powerful human stories that redefined the law to better reflect our modern society.

Join Criminal Defense Attorney Rachel-Diane as she provides you with an immersive experience through real criminal cases that have captured national attention, as well as lesser known trials that deserve to be heard, every Thursday.Shining light on the power imbalances including; bias policies, systematic inequalities, and overzealous prosecution. Her captivating story telling and in-depth analysis will provide you a comprehensive understanding of the criminal trial process. She takes her knowledge and experience as an active Deputy Public Defender to explore the strategizes' employed by ...

Join us on a captivating journey into the heart of Ottawa's legal realm, where our esteemed criminal lawyers stand as guardians of justice. With unrivaled expertise and unwavering dedication, we're here to navigate the complexities of the law and defend your rights.

Explore cases, legal issues and current events through the legal eyes of Shannon Gunn Emery, a lawyer with Gunn Law Group in Edmonton. With her decades of experience in law, Shannon will help you discover the touching, bizarre, sad, interesting, exhilarating and puzzling aspects of practice that have kept her excited about being a lawyer. Your own legal eyes will be opened as she shares stories and reflections based on true experiences in criminal law, family law and administrative law. Names and details have been changed to protect the innocent, as well as the not-so-innocent.**Thanks to ...

Spotlighting how the American justice system uses its citizens for a game of greed, political gain, and control.