Domestic & Sexual Violence

Apple, Google benefit from harmful ‘nudify’ apps, San Francisco argues

San Francisco is demanding that Apple and Google take action against artificial intelligence-powered “nudify” apps that target women and girls.

Jul 20, 2026 9:25 AM CDT

White & Case employee drops suit alleging he was stripped naked and photographed at firm party

An employee of White & Case has agreed to drop his claims that the law firm discriminated and retaliated against him after he demanded an investigation into the dissemination of intimate photos taken of him at a firm party.

Jul 2, 2026 10:14 AM CDT

Letters From Our Readers - Summer 2026

Exposing domestic violence Congratulations to the ABA Journal for Amanda Robert’s “Silent Pain,” (Spring, page 38), and for the important stories told by the many survivors of domestic violence who participated and told their truths. Hopefully there is improved awareness by the legal profession and a renewed commitment to continue…

Jul 1, 2026 1:30 AM CDT

Former crime lab scientist pleads guilty to mishandling sexual assault evidence

A former Colorado crime lab scientist has pleaded guilty to four charges related to mishandling criminal evidence.

Jun 24, 2026 9:40 AM CDT

Sex Crimes Prosecutor Turned Law Professor: A personal essay on a career-defining moment

It was the first day of the semester of law school. There was excitement in the air. I was happy to be back. I love the start of a new semester. There were nervous faces, too. Some anxiety, especially among the 1Ls. I was sitting in my office; 20 minutes until my 1L class would begin. I usually keep the door open when I’m in my office. I like the noise. I like to talk to my colleagues. It’s welcoming to students. And I don’t mind interruptions.

Jun 8, 2026 3:07 PM CDT

2 women sue Las Vegas hotels for allegedly allowing trafficking on premises

Two women who alleged that they were trafficked for years by convicted sex offender and former actor Nathan Chasing Horse filed a federal lawsuit last week accusing several Las Vegas hotels of knowingly allowing the abuse to continue on their premises.

May 13, 2026 10:08 AM CDT

$5K verdict awarded by jury in second Uber sexual assault case

A North Carolina federal jury on Monday awarded $5,000 to a woman who alleged that her Uber driver sexually assaulted her.

Apr 21, 2026 9:55 AM CDT

Former judge convicted over ICE obstruction denied new trial

A federal judge on Monday refused a former Wisconsin judge's bid for acquittal or a new trial following her conviction for helping shield a defendant in her courtroom from arrest by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.

Apr 7, 2026 9:35 AM CDT

Blake Lively’s sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni face legal setback

Actress Blake Lively cannot move forward with the sexual harassment claims part of her lawsuit against her It Ends With Us co-star and director Justin Baldoni, a federal judge ruled Thursday.

Apr 3, 2026 11:38 AM CDT

Silent Pain: Lawyers in abusive relationships often keep quiet out of reputational fears

While it receives little attention, lawyers can and do experience emotional, physical and other forms of abuse, according to a consultant who offers corporate training on domestic violence and support to high-achieving professionals who also are victims.

Apr 1, 2026 12:00 AM CDT

White & Case employee claims he was stripped naked and photographed at firm party

An employee of White & Case LLP has filed a complaint in New York court alleging the firm discriminated and retaliated against him when he demanded an investigation into the dissemination of intimate photos taken of him at a firm party.

Mar 27, 2026 8:07 AM CDT

Global Assist: Lawyer provides free legal services to women in several countries with foundation honoring late mother

Jayne Fleming is a human rights attorney who has worked with survivors of torture and sexual gender-based violence from Central America, Greece, Jordan and Haiti. She became a lawyer in 2000 and now is the global director of a foundation that she established in 2010 in honor of her late mother. Fleming recently spoke about her career and foundation with the ABA Journal.

Mar 16, 2026 7:05 AM CDT