Motion to dismiss

Federal Judge Dismisses Alex Murdaugh’s Civil Rights Lawsuit Against Becky Hill

Jenn Wood
Court finds former clerk's misconduct did not cause Murdaugh's legal defense costs — but leaves door open to future claims....

Can Alex Murdaugh Sue Becky Hill? Federal Judge Faces Rare Legal Questions

Jenn Wood
Few courts have confronted whether a criminal defendant can recover the cost of defending a trial vacated because of misconduct by a court official....

Alex Murdaugh Fires Back at Becky Hill’s Motion to Dismiss

Jenn Wood
Defense says Hill is attempting to relitigate issues the South Carolina Supreme Court has already decided after overturning his murder convictions....