George Floyd Tag

Derek Chauvin Trial – Prosecution Problems Ignored or Misrepresented In Mainstream Media

Posted by William A. Jacobson on April 10, 2021 236 Comments

The comments to our coverage have been (mostly) informative, reflecting that readers are really on top of the issues. We don't often do an 'Open Thread' just opening things up for reader comments, but we are now that we are (close) to done with the prosecution case, and likely to start hearing from defense witnesses next week.

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LIVE: Chauvin Trial Day 10 – Forensic Pathologist and Medical Examiner Day

Posted by William A. Jacobson on April 09, 2021 288 Comments

Welcome to Legal Insurrection's continuing LIVE coverage of the trial of Derek Chauvin in the in-custody death of George Floyd. Andrew Branca is traveling today, so I am "guest" live blogging for what is expected to be a half-day in court.

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Chauvin Trial Day 9 Wrap-Up: Medical Experts Resuscitate Prosecution Case

Posted by Andrew Branca on April 08, 2021 92 Comments

Welcome to our ongoing coverage of the Minnesota murder trial of Derek Chauvin, over the in-custody death of George Floyd.  I am Attorney Andrew Branca for Law of Self Defense, providing guest commentary and analysis of this trial for Legal Insurrection.

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LIVE: Chauvin Trial Day 9 – State’s Evidence Begins to Align with the Defense Narrative of Innocence

Posted by Andrew Branca on April 08, 2021 311 Comments

Welcome to our ongoing coverage of the Minnesota murder trial of Derek Chauvin, over the in-custody death of George Floyd.  I am Attorney Andrew Branca for Law of Self Defense, providing guest commentary and analysis of this trial for Legal Insurrection.

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Chauvin Trial Day 8 Wrap-Up: “I Ate Too Many Drugs” Video May Be Game-Changer

Posted by Andrew Branca on April 07, 2021 141 Comments

Welcome to our ongoing coverage of the Minnesota murder trial of Derek Chauvin, over the in-custody death of George Floyd.  I am Attorney Andrew Branca for Law of Self Defense, providing guest commentary and analysis of this trial for Legal Insurrection.

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LIVE: Chauvin Trial Day 8 – Will State’s Non-MPD Use of Force Expert Save This Prosecution?

Posted by Andrew Branca on April 07, 2021 181 Comments

Welcome to our ongoing coverage of the Minnesota murder trial of Derek Chauvin, over the in-custody death of George Floyd.  I am Attorney Andrew Branca for Law of Self Defense, providing guest commentary and analysis of this trial for Legal Insurrection.

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Chauvin Trial Day 7 Wrap-Up: a horrible day for the prosecution

Posted by Andrew Branca on April 06, 2021 108 Comments

Welcome to our ongoing coverage of the Minnesota murder trial of Derek Chauvin over the in-custody death of George Floyd.  I am Attorney Andrew Branca for Law of Self Defense, providing guest commentary and analysis of this trial for Legal Insurrection.

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LIVE: Chauvin Trial Day 7 – Where is Cause of Death Beyond a Reasonable Doubt?

Posted by Andrew Branca on April 06, 2021 141 Comments

Welcome to our ongoing coverage of the Minnesota murder trial of Derek Chauvin, over the in-custody death of George Floyd.  I am Attorney Andrew Branca for Law of Self Defense, providing guest commentary and analysis of this trial for Legal Insurrection.

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Chauvin Trial Day 6 Wrap-Up: Chief Says Neck Restraint Not Trained, But Does It Matter?

Posted by Andrew Branca on April 05, 2021 69 Comments

Welcome to our ongoing coverage of the Minnesota murder trial of Derek Chauvin, over the in-custody death of George Floyd. I am Attorney Andrew Branca for Law of Self Defense, providing guest commentary and analysis of this trial for Legal Insurrection.

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LIVE: Chauvin Trial Day 6 – Will State Offer Proof of Cause of Death?

Posted by Andrew Branca on April 05, 2021 176 Comments

Welcome to our LIVE coverage of day 6 of the trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin, over the in-custody death of George Floyd.  I'll be live blogging the court's proceedings all day in real-time!

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Chauvin Trial Week One Analysis: State Offers Abbreviated Versions of Video Evidence

Posted by Andrew Branca on April 04, 2021 20 Comments

Welcome to our ongoing coverage of the Minnesota murder trial of Derek Chauvin, over the in-custody death of George Floyd.  I am Attorney Andrew Branca for Law of Self Defense, providing guest commentary and analysis of this trial for Legal Insurrection.

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Chauvin Trial Day 5 Wrap-Up: Poorly Informed Witnesses Provide State with Poorly Informed Opinions

Posted by Andrew Branca on April 02, 2021 110 Comments

Welcome to our ongoing coverage of the Minnesota murder trial of Derek Chauvin, over the in-custody death of George Floyd.  I am Attorney Andrew Branca for Law of Self Defense, providing guest commentary and analysis of this trial for Legal Insurrection.

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LIVE: Chauvin Trial Day 5 – Hoping for More Technical, Less Emotive, State Testimony

Posted by Andrew Branca on April 02, 2021 57 Comments

Welcome to our LIVE coverage of day 4 of the trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin, over the in-custody death of George Floyd.  I'll be live blogging the court's proceedings all day in real-time!

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Chauvin Trial Analysis: Opioid Tolerance Issues

Posted by Andrew Branca on April 02, 2021 20 Comments

Welcome to our ongoing coverage of the Minnesota murder trial of Derek Chauvin, over the in-custody death of George Floyd.  I am Attorney Andrew Branca for Law of Self Defense, providing guest commentary and analysis of this trial for Legal Insurrection.

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Chauvin Trial Day 4 Wrap-Up: Another Poor Day for Prosecution, Advantage Defense

Posted by Andrew Branca on April 01, 2021 59 Comments

Welcome to our ongoing coverage of the Minnesota murder trial of Derek Chauvin, over the in-custody death of George Floyd.  I am Attorney Andrew Branca for Law of Self Defense, providing guest commentary and analysis of this trial for Legal Insurrection.

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Chauvin Trial BREAKING: “Mama” Was George Floyd’s Nickname For His Drug-Sharing Girlfriend

Posted by Andrew Branca on April 01, 2021 29 Comments

Girlfriend also testifies Floyd had previously taken illicit drugs that caused great stomach pain, as during arrest, gave him great energy, and made her feel like she was going to die when she took it....

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LIVE: Chauvin Trial Day 4 – State Ready to Present Body Cam & Surveillance Video

Posted by Andrew Branca on April 01, 2021 120 Comments

Welcome to our LIVE coverage of day 4 of the trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin, over the in-custody death of George Floyd.  I'll be live blogging the court's proceedings all day in real-time!

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Chauvin Trial Day 3 Wrap-Up: Floyd Was “High” with Foam Around His Mouth

Posted by Andrew Branca on March 31, 2021 42 Comments

Welcome to our ongoing coverage of the Minnesota murder trial of Derek Chauvin, over the in-custody death of George Floyd.  I am Attorney Andrew Branca for Law of Self Defense, providing guest commentary and analysis of this trial for Legal Insurrection.

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