Crime & Safetyscore 1018·9 metrosupdated 3h ago

Federal Judge Dismisses Murdaugh's Lawsuit Against Former Clerk Over Legal Fees

A federal judge has dismissed Alex Murdaugh's lawsuit seeking $600,000 in legal fees from former court clerk Becky Hill, whose misconduct led to the overturning of his murder convictions. Murdaugh's claim was rejected due to a lack of causal connection between Hill's actions and his legal expenses.

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