Alex Murdaugh Retrial: State Asks to Unseal ‘Egg Juror’ FilesJenn WoodJune 4, 2026June 8, 2026 by Jenn WoodJune 4, 2026June 8, 2026 "The scales should now tip to unsealing..."...
Murdaugh Attorney Phil Barber Challenges ‘Overwhelming Evidence’ NarrativeJenn WoodMay 30, 2026June 1, 2026 by Jenn WoodMay 30, 2026June 1, 2026 In his first public interview, Alex Murdaugh's appellate lawyer says jurors in a second trial should take a fresh look at the evidence — not...
The Constitutional Principles That Undid Alex Murdaugh’s ConvictionsJenn WoodMay 25, 2026May 28, 2026 by Jenn WoodMay 25, 2026May 28, 2026 From the 'Remmer presumption' to Rule 606(b), here is what the justices concluded — and why it matters far beyond this one case....
Murdaugh Verdict Reversal: ‘Fingers on the Scales of Justice’Jenn WoodMay 13, 2026May 17, 2026 by Jenn WoodMay 13, 2026May 17, 2026 Inside the opinion that reversed Alex Murdaugh's double homicide convictions......
Disgraced S.C. Judge’s Bid to Exclude Evidence DeniedJenn WoodMarch 19, 2026March 23, 2026 by Jenn WoodMarch 19, 2026March 23, 2026 Self-incriminating statements made by former Palmetto State magistrate James B. Gosnell Jr. will also remain part of the public record......
‘Rose Petal Murder’ Appeal Sharpens Arguments for Overturning ConvictionJenn WoodMarch 18, 2026March 21, 2026 by Jenn WoodMarch 18, 2026March 21, 2026 Defense focuses appeal on what jurors were never allowed to hear......
Probate Letter War: S.C. Judge Enters $35 Million in Defamation JudgmentsJenn WoodMarch 13, 2026March 16, 2026 by Jenn WoodMarch 13, 2026March 16, 2026 Allegations against numerous attorneys, probate professionals deemed defamatory, unsupported and recklessly spread......
Stand Your Ground Showdown: New Evidence Fight EruptsJenn WoodFebruary 16, 2026February 18, 2026 by Jenn WoodFebruary 16, 2026February 18, 2026 On the eve of decisive 'Stand Your Ground' hearing, new evidence sharpens arguments......
Before Oral Arguments: How Alex Murdaugh’s Appeal Will Actually be DecidedJenn WoodFebruary 2, 2026February 4, 2026 by Jenn WoodFebruary 2, 2026February 4, 2026 From affirming the verdict to ordering a new trial, the paths before the Supreme Court are narrower than many think......
Weston Newton: A Record of Results, Not RhetoricFITSForumJanuary 12, 2026January 14, 2026 by FITSForumJanuary 12, 2026January 14, 2026 "Voters are smart enough to tell the difference between conviction and convenience..."...