In an unprecedented move, a Massachusetts judge decided that Michelle Carter is guilty of manslaughter in the 2014 suicide of her boyfriend, Conrad Roy III. In his decision, Bristol County Juvenile Court Judge Lawrence Moniz said that Michelle admitted … Continue reading
Chicagoans walking around the Loop might catch a free show when they pass the Metropolitan Correctional Center. If you are walking with children, though, watch out: these shows may not be G-rated. Across the street, women will stand on … Continue reading
The ride-share company Uber is in some – pardon the pun – Uber trouble. Over 20 people were fired after an investigation into harassment claims at the company. Perkins Coie, LLP, the law firm investigating the claims, continues to review … Continue reading
Most people arrested for a DUI do not wake up the next morning to see their dashcam video all over the news. However, if you are Tiger Woods that is exactly what happens. The championship golfer was arrested … Continue reading
In an important report from the Associated Press, Michelle R. Smith, Reese Dunklin, and Emily Scmall detail the horrible struggles student victims of sexual assault from other students have gone through to get justice. One of the barriers to justice is … Continue reading
U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions promised to get tough on crime, and so far he is carrying out his promise. Last week, AG Sessions sent out a memo instructing federal prosecutors to “charge and pursue the most serious, readily provable … Continue reading
For most of us (at least those of us at LauraLaw) jam is just something that British people put on their toast. For plant scientist Douglas Shaw, however, jam and the strawberries that make them is the subject of … Continue reading
Although we focus on criminal and administrative law, we at LauraLaw like to keep up with all types of news that might affect our clients. This week’s news affects everyone who uses the internet . . . so virtually … Continue reading
Out on Bond Over the last few years, bond has become a big topic in Chicago. Here at Laura Law, we have written multiple blog posts about bond, the process, and the changes. Advocates for bond reform say that … Continue reading
Chicago Police may have a new tool in determining accident liability according to the Chicago Tribune, as there is a push by Chicago city Alderman to get police to use a device called a Textalyzer to determine if a person … Continue reading
