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Civil Suit Filed by Alex Murdaugh's Attorneys Following Conviction Overturn

KTSM••Steph Whiteside
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Attorneys representing Alex Murdaugh have initiated a civil lawsuit against a former clerk after the South Carolina Supreme Court reversed his murder convictions related to the deaths of his wife and son. This legal action comes in light of the recent ruling, which has significant implications for Murdaugh's ongoing legal battles. The overturning of the convictions raises questions about the integrity of the previous trial and the judicial process. Murdaugh's legal team aims to address perceived injustices stemming from the former clerk's actions during the trial.

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