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Rob Riggle Accuses Estranged Wife Of Possible Criminal Conduct

JonathanTurley

There is an interesting controversy in the news related to former Daily Show “correspondent” Rob Riggle who appears to be in the midst of a divorce that makes the Depp-Heard divorce look like an amicable split. He is alleging potentially criminal conduct that would constitute per se defamation under common law.

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“I’m Glad this is on Video, I’m Very Glad:” Texas Shooting Raises Difficult Questions Under Texas Self-Defense Law

JonathanTurley

He is the husband of Judge Anne-Marie Carruth, who is seeking a divorce). The case could present some difficult questions under the state’s Stand Your Ground and Castle doctrine laws. The common law has always recognized the right to stand your ground and did not require a person to retreat before using force.

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