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Attorney's 40% Fee Demand Delays Babbitt Lawsuit Settlement

5/21/2025

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Maryland attorney Terrell N. Roberts III is stirring the pot in the $30 million wrongful-death lawsuit settlement for Ashli Babbitt's estate. Rejecting a 25% fee, he’s pushing for a hefty 40%, complicating matters for Judicial Watch, which is representing the Babbitt family for free. This dispute is causing significant delays in the case.

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Story summary

Maryland attorney Terrell N. Roberts III is stirring the pot in the $30 million wrongful-death lawsuit settlement for Ashli Babbitt's estate. Rejecting a 25% fee, he’s pushing for a hefty 40%, complicating matters for Judicial Watch, which is representing the Babbitt family for free. This dispute is causing significant delays in the case.