In a recent legal development, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has lodged a civil lawsuit against SolarWinds and its Chief Information Security Officer, alleged to be involved in fraud and failures in disclosure controls. The legal action brings to light the crucial implications for public companies and their directors and officers, in their…
On November 9, 2023, Cinfed Federal Credit Union (Cinfed CU) reported a significant data breach affecting approximately 58,000 individuals to the Attorney General of Maine. The breach, as indicated in the notice, is thought to have been executed by an unauthorized party who was able to gain access to sections of the company’s computer system….
The US Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on Wednesday that it has initiated a pattern or practice investigation into the City of Lexington’s police department (LPD). The probe will look into the LPD’s “use of force and its stops, searches and arrests” to determine if there are systemic violations of the Constitution and federal law….
In 2022, tort lawsuits dwindled to one of the lowest levels seen in the past decade. Nonetheless, recent trends suggest an impending resurgence. This information is gleaned from The 2023 Torts Litigation Report conducted by Lex Machina, a division of LexisNexis, which provides a comprehensive exploration of this legal landscape. The statistics unveiled in the…
Ivanka Trump, daughter of former U.S. President Donald Trump, has been ordered by a New York judge to testify in her father’s ongoing civil trial. The lawsuit, which involves a substantial claim of $250 million, revolves around allegations of civil fraud against Donald Trump and his widespread real estate empire. Details about Ivanka Trump’s required…
In an eye-opening turn of events, recent findings revealed that a significant percentage of in-house counsel are seemingly dissatisfied in their roles. According to a recently released survey, a majority of these professionals expressed their discontent, with two-thirds of participants indicating that they were either seeking or were receptive to new job opportunities. Within the…
Legal professionals focused on civil litigation, particularly those concerned with complexities of firearm law, may find a great benefit in an upcoming Continuing Legal Education (CLE) webinar. Offered by Perrin Conferences, LLC, the complimentary webinar is set to take place on October 25th, from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm ET. More information is available at…
As general awareness of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) has risen in recent years, so too have the corresponding legal implications. Courts have seen an upswing in civil lawsuits claiming false and misleading advertising in marketing statements for consumer products, according to recent reports. This trend has been particularly noticeable in lawsuits filed in 2021…
In a complex legal tug-of-war, a California attorney has taken legal action concerning the disbursement of a $6.15 million fee agreement. The case emerged from the state court’s civil lawsuit docket and underlines the intricate, and sometimes contentious, aspects of legal fee allocations. While specific information is limited, the case warrants attention given its high…
The process of a trial implies careful scrutiny to discern the right from the wrong, and this concept is being put to test in multiple legal cases this week. The former U.S president, Donald Trump, for one, has not been immune to legal issues. His financial practices under scrutiny, a judge recently ruled that Trump…
The rise of the metaverse presents unique and complex legal challenges. As individuals and corporations venture more deeply into these digital territories, real-world disputes are increasingly emerging in the realm of the virtual. It is becoming clear that the laws governing these environments are firmly rooted in those of our physical world. Private civil laws…
In recent legal events, an interesting issue of discovery has unravelled around the topic of expunged criminal records and their influence in an overlapping civil lawsuit. The primary matter of discussion is based around In re Expungement Petition of Francis A., 2023 WL 5948060, a previously unreported case handled by the Appellate Court of Maryland…
A New York judge, Arthur Engoron, recently ruled that former President Donald Trump and his business associates committed fraud, dating as far back as 2011, by misrepresenting the financial valuation of their business assets. The judge’s verdict was in favor of New York Attorney General Letitia James’ motion for partial summary judgment. The ruling further…
In the sometimes tangled web of litigation surrounding Donald Trump, recent developments indicate that the former President is set to be deposed for a period of 9 hours. Once a frequent litigator, Trump’s previously offensive legal style may have unexpectedly switched to the defensive. It’s reported that a judge has ordered Trump to show up…
In the midst of varying judicial interpretations and principles across different legal jurisdictions, a recent overture appears to hint towards a potential rapprochement between the English and French legal systems. This development is of particular interest to legal professionals operating in global law firms and multinational corporations is related to the handling of anti-suit injunctions…
The tragic mishap of Camp Lejeune’s toxic water contamination dates back several decades, but it seems the associated litigation is only just beginning to gain momentum. Claimants are now starting to file administrative claims with JAG’s Tort Claims Units, and the time limit set for this process is August 2024. Simultaneously, some claimants are in…
Dubai’s luxury real estate market is currently in the midst of a remarkable upswing, drawing in investors and high-net-worth individuals from across the globe. This rise in demand for high-end properties is underscored by a comprehensive legal framework that endorses transparency, secures investments, and encourages responsible real estate transactions. This invaluable legal backdrop helps in…
Delving into a thrilling topic of statute interpretation in both civil-law and common-law traditions, through the lens of Michel de Montaigne’s reflection on Emperor Justinian’s unsuccessful endeavor to create a catch-all statutory law, and probing the relevance of these principles to present day Uniform Trust Code in the United States. It has been an ever-relevant…
In an eminent new development in trust law, the court has recently endorsed the validity of an oral trust and delivered a ruling against the trustee for a breach of duties. The case in question is Ahlgren v. Ahlgren, a suit filed by the plaintiffs against a defendant, asserting that the defendant was a trustee…
On Wednesday, New York Attorney General Letita James made a request to a New York court to declare that former US President Donald Trump had inflated the value of various assets costing between $812 million and $2.2 million each year since 2011. The petition is part of James’ larger financial fraud civil case against Trump,…
In an ongoing civil lawsuit alleging asset inflation by Donald Trump, the former president sat with New York Attorney General Letitia James on April 13, testifying under oath for seven hours. As detailed in the report by Bloomberg Law, the suit claims an inflation of Trump’s wealth of up to $2.2 billion annually. Trump countered…
Inheritance matters in the United Arab Emirates are subject to a complex combination of Sharia law and civil rules. The nuances of this system, particularly related to the sale of inherited property, are a critical consideration for legal professionals working with Emirati heirs or property. This article will delve into the legal procedures applicable to…
Well-known as the former lawyer of an ex-president, Rudy Giuliani, or as some refer to him, “Co-Conspirator 1,” has thus far evaded any criminal indictments. However, Giuliani managed to envelop himself in a series of civil lawsuits, ranging from election interference to his personal behaviour. Giuliani is currently facing a $10 million lawsuit filed by…