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The implementation of tax reform in Brazil alters how companies in crisis manage their tax obligations, impacting their approach to judicial recovery.

The South Korean National Assembly is on the brink of passing an amendment that allows constitutional complaints against court rulings, which has sparked significant bureaucratic resistance led by Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae.

The amendment bill, which introduces the 'distortion of law' crime and expands the application of the espionage law, passed the National Assembly with a majority vote.

The article discusses ongoing internal disputes within South Korea's ruling party and broader political implications.

The Venezuelan prosecutor, Tarek William Saab, has resigned alongside the Ombudsman Alfredo Ruiz amid judicial reforms ordered by President Delcy Rodríguez.

The Brazilian Supreme Federal Court sentenced brothers Brazão to 76 years in prison for the murder of Marielle Franco and Anderson Gomes and mandated them to pay R$ 7 million in reparations to the victims' families.

Venezuelan Attorney General Tarek Saab and Public Defender Alfredo Ruiz Angulo have resigned, with replacements to be appointed by the National Assembly.

The article discusses the ongoing debate and opposition concerning the proposed increase of Supreme Court justices in South Korea, highlighting the law enforcement's concerns and criticisms of the current arguments against the proposal.

The relatives of a man who died regrettably after being wrongfully accused in the Hino Town Incident are calling for a retrial and reform of the judicial system following a landmark Supreme Court decision.

The article discusses recent legal news, including defendants beginning to serve sentences, ongoing appeals, and the response of various officials to recent judicial decisions in Brazil.

The Democratic Party of Korea has modified the 'law distortion crime' bill to limit its applicability to criminal cases, amid concerns of potential unconstitutionality.

The meeting of chief justices across the country expressed strong opposition to the judicial reform bills introduced in the National Assembly but failed to address the deep-seated distrust in the judiciary.

Chief judges from across South Korea have expressed serious concerns regarding the Democratic Party's proposed judicial reform bills, particularly the legal distortion crime law.

The article discusses recent reforms to judicial pensions in Latvia that increase the required service years and adjust pension calculations, raising concerns about possible corruption due to lower benefits.

Judges in Latvia face a new pension reform that increases service years required for special pensions from 20 to 25 years and alters pension calculation methods, raising concerns about financial security.

The Polish government has approved a draft law aimed at streamlining the recruitment process for court guardians and clarifying regulations within the judicial guardian service.

The Democratic Party of Korea announced modifications to the law against law distortion to minimize potential unconstitutionality before presenting it in the National Assembly.

A nationwide judges' conference has been convened to discuss the three judicial reform bills pushed by the Democratic Party of Korea, which aim to reshape the relationship between the judiciary and citizen rights.

The Hino Town case from 1984, regarded as the second posthumous retrial of a murder case in post-war Japan, highlights inconsistencies in the confession of the accused, Hiroshi Sakuhara, leading to new evaluations of the evidence.

The Italian national magistrates' association (Anm) may have to dissolve or significantly reform itself if a referendum passes, as the new constitutional changes will alter its foundational structure.

The article discusses the issue of judicial unreasonableness and the delays in the Polish court system.

Retired judges, prosecutors, and various judicial entities express support for Minister Flávio Dino’s decision to eliminate perks granted through administrative acts.

Former magistrate Gherardo Colombo discusses the recent comments made by Italian Undersecretary Fazzolari regarding a hypothetical vote by Putin, framing the conversation in a broader context of justice reforms in Italy.

Giorgia Meloni faces significant political risks as Italy approaches a divisive referendum on her proposed judicial reform, with its outcome potentially threatening her government's stability.

The Supreme Court of South Korea is holding a national judges conference on the 25th to discuss the proposed 'Judicial Reform 3 Laws,' facing staunch opposition from judges regarding their constitutionality.

The 'Judicial Reform 3 Laws' will be voted on in the National Assembly, emphasizing the need for careful deliberation on controversial aspects like the crime of legal distortion.

The Supreme Court of South Korea will hold a national court directors' meeting on the 25th to discuss the upcoming 'Judicial Reform 3 Laws' driven by the Democratic Party.

Judges in Estonia are facing challenges with increasing case complexities and a shortage of judicial staff, leading to prolonged court proceedings.

The Advisory Council of former presidents of Ecuador's National Court is considering reforms to address the judicial crisis affecting the judiciary in the country.

The proposed amendment to increase the number of Supreme Court justices in South Korea raises concerns about potential undermining of lower courts while aiming to resolve trial backlogs.

The amendment procedure for the National Referendum Act, a prerequisite for constitutional reform, gained momentum in the National Assembly on the 23rd, raising prospects for a vote before the ongoing February session ends.

The passage of the 'Judicial Reform Trio' in South Korea, driven by the Democratic Party, faces concerns regarding the hastiness of its approval without sufficient social consensus, particularly around the controversial 'Crime of Distorting Law' clause.

The South Korean government is advancing legislation that could penalize judges and prosecutors for what is deemed 'distorted law', raising concerns about potential abuse and the disruption of judicial independence.

Minister of Justice Jeong Seong-ho expressed his agreement with the legislative intent behind the proposed crime of law distortion during a parliamentary meeting.

Certain provisions of SB 9, signed by Texas Governor Greg Abbott, will come into effect in April 2026, modifying the bail system for specific crimes.

The Supreme Court of Poland will hold a general assembly to nominate candidates for the position of President, as Małgorzata Manowska's term comes to an end in May.

The article discusses the challenges facing a new labor reform law in Argentina as it shifts from legislative debate to its implications in judicial, social, and economic fields.

A faction of the Italian left diverges from the hardline stance of the Democratic Party regarding a referendum on the separation of careers between judges and public prosecutors.

Enrico Morando, a founding member of the Democratic Party, warns against the hostile environment facing supporters of judicial reforms within the left, highlighting the challenges they face from within their own ranks.

Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae has expressed concerns about the ruling party's judicial reform bills, emphasizing the need for public debate and discussion as they could fundamentally change South Korea's judiciary system.

The article discusses the political landscape and expectations for the upcoming local elections in South Korea, focusing on key figures and events.

The Democratic Judiciary in Italy is campaigning for a 'no' vote in the upcoming referendum on judicial reform, controversially invoking the memory of Giovanni Falcone, despite historically opposing him.

The Democratic Party of Korea has decided to push forward with three major judicial reform bills, including the controversial 'crime of distortion of law,' amid concerns about their constitutionality.

The Democratic Party of Korea is set to introduce the 'Three Major Judicial Reform Laws' in their original form for voting in the upcoming National Assembly session in February.

Argentina's labor reform bill mandates that lower court judges follow Supreme Court rulings, with non-compliance leading to potential removal from their positions.

The Chairman of the Judicial Council of Latvia has raised concerns that a proposed special pension law for judges and prosecutors may infringe on constitutional rights by affecting their financial security and independence.

Political tensions in Poland escalate as Włodzimierz Czarzasty critiques a new presidential judicial reform proposed by Karol Nawrocki, citing severe penalties for judiciary non-compliance.

The CGT labor union leaders in Argentina announced plans to challenge the recently approved labor reform in court, claiming it is unconstitutional.

Speaker Włodzimierz Czarzasty has submitted Karol Nawrocki's judiciary reform proposal to the Venice Commission following concerns about its impact on judicial independence.

Latvia's political parties are reviewing a retirement pension reform for judges and prosecutors initially rejected by the president, seeking additional assessments as prompted by his feedback.