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Everyone is watching Family Violence Appellate Project v. Superior Court (S288176) to see if the California Supreme Court is going to strike down the ban on electronic recording of court proceedings. There is a steady drumbeat in favor, including the Los Angeles County Superior Court and other courts.But are we missing a perspective?Stephanie Leslie is the immediate past president of the California Deposition Reporters Association and co-founder of Regal Court Reporting. She explains why certified shorthand reporters remain the gold standard for the verbatim record—and why replacing them with electronic recording could be a mistake.Yes, we all want to solve the court-reporter shortage.But the short-term gain of using electronic recordings could reverse a recent uptick of new CSR entrants.The way forward, Stephanie argues, is continuing to invest in recruitment and training.And recent AI pressures are sparking new interest in court-reporting.Also, AI and electronic recording still struggle with minority accents, overlapping speakers, and courtroom noise. Even federal courts with state-of-the-art equipment produce transcripts filled with "inaudibles" and misattributed speakers because no human was present to stop the proceeding and clarify the record.In this episode, we discuss:Why the court reporter shortage was caused by budget cuts, not by the professionHow voice writers are replenishing the pipeline faster than traditional stenographersWhy AI transcription still fails in real courtrooms with accents, noise, and overlapping speakersResource misallocation: multiple reporters sitting idle in the same courtroomBest practices for attorneys to secure reporters and get clean transcriptsWhat experiences can you share about using an electronic recording to create a transcript?
Thousands rallied in MacArthur Park Friday in one of many events recognizing May Day. Los Angeles County Superior Court launches new programs to resolve evictions before they go to trial. The two chicks growing in Big Bear’s famous bald eagle nest have been named. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
Mopreme Shakur, acting as administrator of the estate of Mutulu Shakur, filed a wrongful death lawsuit in Los Angeles County Superior Court on April 28, 2026, naming Duane "Keffe D" Davis and John Does 1 through 100 as defendants in connection with the September 7, 1996, murder of Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas. The complaint alleges a conspiracy to murder Tupac that extended beyond the individuals present in the white Cadillac from which the fatal shots were fired near the MGM Grand. Davis — an alleged member of the South Side Compton Crips — is the only individual ever criminally charged in the case. He was indicted by a Clark County grand jury on September 29, 2023, for first-degree murder with use of a deadly weapon with intent to promote a criminal street gang. He has pled not guilty. His criminal trial is scheduled for August 10, 2026. The civil complaint specifically cites grand jury transcripts and the Netflix documentary "Sean Combs: The Reckoning" as sources of evidence supporting the broader conspiracy theory. Sean Combs is not named as a defendant, though the John Doe designations leave open the possibility of amended filings as discovery proceeds. The family's 1997 wrongful death suit, filed by Afeni Shakur against alleged triggerman Orlando Anderson, was dismissed following Anderson's death. The current filing argues new evidence makes the case legally distinct. Mutulu Shakur died in 2023. Afeni Shakur died in 2016. Eric Faddis provides analysis of the lawsuit's legal architecture, the interplay between the civil and criminal proceedings, and the practical implications of civil discovery for individuals connected to a case that has remained partially unresolved for nearly three decades.Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspodX Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.#TupacShakur #Tupac #KeffeD #WrongfulDeath #Conspiracy #MopremeShakur #LasVegas #CriminalTrial #SeanCombs #TrueCrimeToday
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Contributing writer Jake Fogleman and I discuss the new "assault firearm" and ammunition magazine ban passed by the Virginia legislature this week. We also cover the Los Angeles County Superior Court's admission that it failed to report roughly 147,000 felony convictions to the state background check system. Links: https://thereload.com/virginia-legislature-passes-ar-15-ammo-mag-sales-ban/ https://thereload.com/los-angeles-court-didnt-report-felony-convictions-to-background-check-system-for-years/ https://thereload.com/beretta-fires-back-after-ruger-accuses-italian-gunmaker-of-hostile-takeover-attempt/ https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/investigations/2026/03/10/trump-felons-gun-rights-mel-gibson/89069619007/ https://calmatters.org/politics/2026/03/california-gun-control-laws-newsom-firearm/
This Day in Legal History: Jones ActOn March 2, 1920, Congress passed the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, better known as the Jones Act. Enacted in the aftermath of World War I, the statute reflected a national effort to strengthen the United States' merchant marine fleet. Lawmakers believed that a robust domestic shipping industry was essential to both economic growth and national defense. The Act required that goods transported between U.S. ports be carried on vessels that are built in the United States, owned by U.S. citizens, and crewed primarily by Americans. Senator Wesley L. Jones sponsored the measure, arguing that reliance on foreign ships posed strategic risks.The law reshaped American maritime commerce for decades. By limiting coastwise trade to qualifying vessels, Congress sought to ensure a steady demand for American shipyards and maritime labor. Supporters have long maintained that the Act protects domestic jobs and guarantees a ready fleet in times of war or national emergency. Critics, however, argue that the restrictions reduce competition and raise shipping costs. Those higher costs are often felt most sharply in non-contiguous states and territories such as Puerto Rico and Hawaii, which depend heavily on maritime transport.Over time, the Jones Act has generated extensive litigation and recurring legislative proposals for reform or repeal. Courts have been called upon to interpret its scope, exemptions, and application to modern shipping practices. More than a century after its passage, the statute remains a focal point in debates over free trade, federal power, and national security.President Donald Trump ordered federal agencies to stop using artificial intelligence products from Anthropic after the company declined to support certain military applications. The dispute arose when Anthropic said it would not provide its technology for mass domestic surveillance or fully autonomous weapons systems. Trump accused the company of trying to impose its own political views on the Department of Defense and claimed its stance threatened national security. Shortly after the president's directive, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced that military contractors and partners could no longer conduct business with Anthropic. The Defense Department said it would phase out the company's technology within six months while transitioning to another provider.Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei had stated that while AI can support lawful foreign intelligence efforts, mass surveillance of Americans raises serious civil liberties concerns. He also argued that fully autonomous weapons lack the reliability and oversight needed to ensure responsible use. According to Anthropic, the Defense Department required contractors to agree to “any lawful use” of AI systems, including applications the company views as risky. The government also threatened to label Anthropic a national security “supply chain risk,” a designation the company says is usually reserved for foreign adversaries. Anthropic maintains that such a move would be legally questionable and has pledged to challenge it in court. The company further argues that any formal designation would likely apply only to government contract work, not to all commercial activity.Trump Tells Federal Agencies To Drop ‘Woke' Anthropic Tech - Law360Trump admin blacklists Anthropic; AI firm refuses Pentagon demandsOpenAI has completed a massive $110 billion funding round that values the company at $730 billion. The investment was led by Amazon with a $50 billion contribution, while Nvidia and SoftBank each committed $30 billion. The deal was advised by Wachtell Lipton Rosen & Katz on behalf of OpenAI.As part of the transaction, OpenAI also entered into a strategic cloud partnership with Amazon and secured access to Nvidia's next-generation graphics processing units to expand its AI capabilities. The company said additional investors may join the round as it continues. OpenAI highlighted that more than 9 million paying business customers use ChatGPT, alongside roughly 900 million weekly active users.The funding reflects the accelerating competition among major technology companies to build AI infrastructure, including cloud systems, chips, and data centers. Amazon has already announced plans to invest about $200 billion in AI-related capital spending next year. Across the tech sector, companies such as Meta Platforms and Alphabet Inc. are also committing hundreds of billions of dollars to AI development. OpenAI described the moment as an infrastructure race, emphasizing that scaling capacity quickly will determine leadership in the industry.Wachtell Lipton Steers OpenAI On $110B Amazon-Led Funding - Law360A Los Angeles trial judge warned members of the press that she may impose a gag order in the high-profile social media bellwether case involving claims that major platforms harmed a young user's mental health. Carolyn B. Kuhl said a news report appeared to reference juror conversations overheard in a courthouse hallway, which she viewed as a violation of her directive to keep distance from jurors. She emphasized that preserving the integrity of the proceedings is critical and stated she would hold a hearing on a gag order if necessary.The case, pending in Los Angeles County Superior Court, is the first bellwether trial among more than 1,000 consolidated lawsuits. The plaintiff, identified as Kaley G.M., alleges that platforms such as Meta Platforms Inc.'s Instagram and Google LLC's YouTube used addictive design features that contributed to her mental health struggles. The judge has repeatedly instructed jurors not to discuss the case or consume media coverage, and she has taken steps to physically separate them from reporters and the public. She also restricted any physical descriptions of the plaintiff because her claims relate to harm suffered as a minor.Tensions over courtroom conduct have surfaced before. The judge previously warned attendees about unauthorized recordings and removed a plaintiffs' attorney from a leadership role for filming inside the courthouse. Meanwhile, the trial has included testimony from the plaintiff and expert witnesses who argue that social media addiction is real and harmful. The defendants maintain that other factors, including family dynamics, contributed to her condition. With additional trials planned, the outcome of this bellwether proceeding could influence settlement discussions and expose the companies to significant financial liability.Social Media Trial Judge Threatens Media With Gag Order - Law360Improper juror access in social media case, judge warns mediaA juror in the recent trial of Thomas Goldstein said the defendant's own testimony was a turning point in the case that led to his conviction on multiple tax and mortgage fraud charges. The juror described Goldstein's time on the stand as polished but theatrical, suggesting it felt more like a performance than a candid explanation. Goldstein had argued that errors in his tax filings stemmed from bookkeeping mistakes and reliance on outside accountants, and he claimed he overstated certain gambling winnings. Prosecutors, however, alleged that he intentionally failed to report millions in income, improperly deducted personal expenses, and misrepresented debts on mortgage applications.The jury convicted him on 12 of 16 counts, including tax evasion and mortgage fraud, while acquitting him on several charges tied to later tax years. He has been ordered to remain under home confinement pending sentencing. According to the juror, the government's extensive documentary evidence — including bank records, emails, and text messages — ultimately carried significant weight. Testimony about Goldstein's spending habits and lifestyle was also presented, though the juror said personal matters such as alleged affairs were not decisive.The defense emphasized accounting errors and challenged the venue for certain mortgage counts. Still, the juror said responsibility rested with Goldstein because he signed the tax returns. Prosecutors have praised the verdict, while the defense has not publicly commented. The case was tried in the U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland.Goldstein Testimony ‘Solidified' Case, Juror Says - Law360District of Maryland | Prominent Lawyer Thomas Goldstein Convicted of Tax Evasion and Mortgage Fraud | United States Department of Justice This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe
This is the first time cameras have been allowed to film Nick Reiner in Los Angeles County Superior Court, as he pleaded not guilty to his parents' double murder at his arraignment on Monday, February 23, 2026. Reiner appeared gaunt yet alert as he sat in a jail uniform separated from his attorney through a glass partition. Law&Crime's Jesse Weber breaks down the latest details in the case, and Reiner's potential punishment, with celebrity criminal defense attorney Ben Chew.HOST:Jesse Weber: https://twitter.com/jessecordweberLAW&CRIME SIDEBAR PRODUCTION:YouTube Management - Bobby SzokeVideo Editing - Michael Deininger, Christina O'Shea, Alex Ciccarone, & Jay CruzScript Writing & Producing - Savannah Williamson & Juliana BattagliaGuest Booking - Alyssa Fisher & Diane KayeSocial Media Management - Vanessa BeinSTAY UP-TO-DATE WITH THE LAW&CRIME NETWORK:Watch Law&Crime Network on YouTubeTV: https://bit.ly/3td2e3yWhere To Watch Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3akxLK5Sign Up For Law&Crime's Daily Newsletter: https://bit.ly/LawandCrimeNewsletterRead Fascinating Articles From Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3td2IqoLAW&CRIME NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawandcrimeTwitter: https://twitter.com/LawCrimeNetworkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawandcrimeTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lawandcrimenetworkTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawandcrimeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg appeared in a California court on Wednesday, defending his leadership in a landmark case over whether social media is addictive for children.Banking giants JPMorganChase is to open more than 160 new branches in over 30 states. So why the move back into launching physical banks when a lot of the industry is moving away from them - and towards online banking?And Researchers say the world's main coffee-growing regions are getting hotter every year because of climate change - and that means coffee bean prices have almost doubled. We go to Brazil and hear from one coffee producer. (Picture: Mark Zuckerberg, Chief Executive Officer of Meta Platforms, arrives for a court appearance at the Los Angeles County Superior Court in downtown Los Angeles, California, USA, 18 February 2026. Credit: CHRIS TORRES/EPA/Shutterstock).
The Meta boss defended his leadership and answered questions about Instagram, with reports from the courtroom saying he was testy under questioning. Also, why is JPMorganChase opening more than 160 new bank branches in the United States in a world of online banking? And a coffee producer in Brazil explains how climate change has seen coffee bean prices almost double. (Picture: Mark Zuckerberg, Chief Executive Officer of Meta Platforms, arrives for a court appearance at the Los Angeles County Superior Court in downtown Los Angeles, California, USA, 18 February 2026. Credit: CHRIS TORRES/EPA/Shutterstock).
This week we will talk about a woman who should still be alive. Sherri Rasmussen was 29 years old. By the time she hit her late 20s, she was the director of nursing at Glendale Adventist Medical Center. She would meet a feller named John Ruetten at a party in June 1984. Sherri and John, married and were living the dream in a small house in a quiet neighborhood in Los Angeles, California. Listen to day's episode to hear about how the rage and jealousy of one of John's former lovers lead to the brutal murder of Sherri Rasmussen. Sources:ABC News. “Stephanie Lazarus Convicted in 1986 Murder of Ex-Boyfriend's Wife.” ABC News, 8 Mar. 2012.CNN. “Former LAPD Detective Sentenced in 1986 Murder of Love Rival.” CNN, 28 May 2016.Dateline NBC. “Badge of Betrayal.” NBC News, NBCUniversal, 2016.Forensic Files. “Badge of Betrayal.” HLN, 2016.Los Angeles Police Department. Cold Case Unit Public Statements on the Sherri Rasmussen Homicide. LAPD, Los Angeles, CA.People Magazine. “Woman Who Killed Love Rival After Becoming Cop Finally Admits Guilt.” People, 11 May 2016.Rubin, Joel. “Stephanie Lazarus Sentenced to 27 Years to Life in Sherri Rasmussen Killing.” Los Angeles Times, 28 May 2016.Rubin, Joel. “Cold Case Reopened with DNA Evidence Leads to Arrest of LAPD Detective.” Los Angeles Times, 2012–2016, series coverage.People of the State of California v. Stephanie Lazarus. Los Angeles County Superior Court, Case No. BA370212.
MUSICFive Finger Death Punch will mark their 20th anniversary with a massive 48 date North American tour, including an August 21st stop in St. Louis. It will feature Cody Jinks and Eva Under Fire as the opening acts. Tickets go on sale Friday. Yungblud, whose real name is Dominic Harrison, has expressed interest in collaborating with Eddie Vedder, stating that Vedder is a significant vocal inspiration for him. https://www.perthnow.com.au/entertainment/music/yungblud-hints-at-eddie-vedder-collaboration-c-21307760 Maynard James Keenan has unveiled a new comic book series called Tales From the Pusciverse. The first issue, which Keenan co-wrote, is available only through the Puscifer website. Jack Osbourne says a "phenomenal" actor has been tapped to play Ozzy Osbourne in the long-in-the-works bio-pic about the late Black Sabbath frontman. Jack didn't reveal the actor's name, but said that they have a director and that the script is undergoing a rewrite. https://blabbermouth.net/news/a-phenomenal-actor-has-been-picked-to-play-ozzy-osbourne-in-upcoming-biopicDolly Parton just announced a new version of her 1977 song "Light of a Clear Blue Morning" . . . but this time, she'll be joined by Lainey Wilson, Reba McEntire, Miley Cyrus, and Queen Latifah. And all of the proceeds from the song and the music video will go directly to pediatric cancer research at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt in Nashville. RIP: Ethan Browne, the son of musician Jackson Browne, died at the age of 52 last year. https://www.tmz.com/2026/01/13/jackson-browne-son-ethan-died-from-fentanyl/ TV The series premiere of "Fear Factor: House of Fear" at 8:00 p.m. on Fox. Fourteen strangers move into the same house to face their fears for a chance at a $200,000 prize. Johnny Knoxville is your host. Actor Kiefer Sutherland was arrested early Monday after Los Angeles police say he physically assaulted a ride-share driver and made criminal threats.Officers responded just after midnight near Hollywood Hills and determined Sutherland entered the vehicle, struck the driver and verbally threatened the victim, who did not require medical treatment, the LAPD said.The 59-year-old star, best known for his role as Jack Bauer in 24, was booked and later released on a $50,000 bond. His first court appearance is scheduled for February 2nd in Los Angeles County Superior Court.Sutherland has a history of legal issues, including prior alcohol-related arrests. Emmy-winning actor and director Timothy Busfield surrendered to Albuquerque authorities Tuesday after a warrant was issued on two counts of criminal sexual contact with a minor and one count of child abuse.Busfield, known for roles in The West Wing and Field of Dreams, turned himself in following the January 9th warrant tied to allegations that he inappropriately touched two 11-year-old boys he met while directing the TV series The Cleaning Lady.In a video obtained by media outlets, Busfield denied wrongdoing and vowed to fight the charges.The investigation, which began in 2024 after a doctor reported concerns, prompted internal inquiries by the show's producers and led NBC to pull an episode featuring Busfield. Trevor Noah will host the Grammys for a sixth -- and producers say, final -- time on February 1st. The "final" time is likely because this is the last year the show will be on CBS before moving to ABC in 2027.A TV series based on "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo" is in the works https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/the-girl-with-the-dragon-tattoo-tv-show-1236472177/ MOVING ON INTO MOVIE NEWS:A new teaser came out yesterday for "Scream 7" and it's giving fans hope that Matthew Lillard's character Stu Macher could be alive. There's a quick scene showing that someone is at a psychiatric hospital with weird drawings on the wall. "Scream 7" hits theaters February 27th. COMICSRIP: "Dilbert" creator Scott Adams died Tuesday, following a battle with prostate cancer that eventually spread to his bones. He was 68 years old. AND FINALLYBam Margera says he'll be included in the next Jackass movie via archive footage only, not by filming new stunts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=36AHundImzg AND THAT IS YOUR CRAP ON CELEBRITIES!Follow The Rizzuto Show → https://linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → https://1057thepoint.com/RizzShow.Hear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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