Akerman LLP has announced the addition of Seth DuCharme, a former Acting U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of New York (EDNY), as co-leader of the firm’s white collar crime and government investigations group. The move marks DuCharme’s return to private practice after a notable tenure in federal prosecution. DuCharme’s long-standing experience and his role…
In a bold legal maneuver, Simon & Simon PC, a personal injury law firm based in Pennsylvania, has filed a counterclaim against Uber and FedEx, challenging the legitimacy of their RICO lawsuit. The firm argues that the complaint is nothing more than a “frivolous sham,” following the denial of its motion to dismiss the suit…
The U.S. Supreme Court’s recent unanimous decision in Sripetch v. Securities and Exchange Commission has reaffirmed the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) authority to seek disgorgement of ill-gotten gains without the necessity of proving direct investor losses. This ruling resolves a significant circuit split and clarifies the SEC’s enforcement capabilities. In the case, Ongkaruck Sripetch…
Sandstone, a technology startup specializing in artificial intelligence solutions, has secured a $30 million Series A funding round, marking its second significant investment in 2026. The funding was led by CapitalG, Alphabet’s independent growth fund, with participation from existing investors Index Ventures and Puzzle Ventures. Founded in 2023 by former Stripe executives Duco van Lanschot…
Akerman LLP has appointed a significant addition to its litigation practice by recruiting former U.S. Attorney, Sarah J. Pokorny, as the new co-chair of its white-collar practice group. This strategic move aims to enhance the firm’s capabilities in handling complex corporate investigations and legal disputes. Pokorny brings with her a wealth of experience, having previously…
In a recent development, former President Donald Trump has taken his legal battle with CNN to the U.S. Supreme Court. Trump is seeking to overturn a lower court’s dismissal of his defamation lawsuit against the news network, which centers on CNN’s use of the term “Big Lie” in its coverage of Trump’s claims that the…
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced its intention to revoke the citizenship of 17 naturalized citizens, a move that underscores a persistent focus on denaturalization. Historically, denaturalization cases have been rare, with only 305 documented from 1990 to 2017, despite an annual average of 644,000 immigrants becoming U.S. citizens during that period. The DOJ’s…
In a striking development, a Florida businessman embroiled in a $500 million legal battle over the ownership of the Miss America pageant has been hit with a $2.2 million sanction. The ruling was handed down after the court found that fraudulent documents were submitted in an attempt to advance the businessman’s claim of ownership and…
The recent examination by Amnesty International highlights the persistent failures in Cambodia’s efforts to tackle extensive abuses within cyber scam compounds. Despite publicized governmental crackdowns, numerous operations continue unabated, leaving many victims vulnerable and unprotected. This raises significant questions about Cambodia’s commitment to eradicating these human rights violations and enforcing international law. Amnesty’s findings include…
Two partners from King & Spalding LLP are under scrutiny as they face a sanctions hearing in a significant $300 million fraud lawsuit. The issue at hand involves allegations that they may have violated their duty of candor to the tribunal. This arises from claims that they falsely represented that other parties’ attorneys were copied…
A plea agreement has been reached in a notable case involving the evasion of U.S. sanctions through North Korean tobacco smuggling. A Chinese national, implicated in the scheme, pled guilty to conspiracy to defraud the United States, concluding a lengthy legal saga that had seen two previous trials end in deadlocked juries. This outcome marks…
In a notable disciplinary action, the Ohio Supreme Court has disbarred attorney Chloe Akers for misconduct related to theft, which was initially devised during her time in law school. This disbarment follows a pattern of ethical violations that began prior to her official entry into the legal profession. Akers had orchestrated a series of thefts…
Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz PC, a prominent national law firm, has approached a Mississippi federal court seeking a declaratory judgment that it is not liable for monetary damages following a jury verdict. This request comes amid controversy surrounding the firm’s involvement in overseeing activities that led to a significant Ponzi scheme orchestrated by…
The U.S. Supreme Court recently affirmed the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) ability to enforce disgorgement without needing to pinpoint specific victims harmed by fraudulent activities. This decision follows a high-profile challenge aimed at curtailing the SEC’s authority, which has been under scrutiny following a pivotal decision six years ago reported Law360. This reaffirmation…
A New York federal judge recently found himself at the center of an unsettling incident involving an artificial intelligence-generated deepfake. This particular video, circulating on social media, portrayed the judge as a notorious Nazi figure sentencing a private equity executive to prison simply “for being a Republican.” This occurrence underscores the growing concern over deepfake…
David Knotts, a prominent figure in the legal world, began his illustrious career immediately after graduating from Cornell University Law School. As a native of Kansas City, Missouri, Knotts initially carved his path at one of the world’s largest corporate defense firms. However, his transition to Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP marked a pivotal…
In a significant development within the civil fraud case against former President Donald Trump, a New York state trial court has ordered that notes from private meetings between state litigators and Michael Cohen, Trump’s former attorney, be preserved. This decision comes amidst claims from Cohen that he felt “pressured” to testify. The ruling underscores the…
A recent ruling by an Alabama federal judge has upheld a substantial $120 million verdict against a former managing partner of Conrad & Scherer LLP. The decision stems from accusations tied to racketeering and defamation claims brought by Drummond Co. The court’s refusal to overturn the verdict suggests that there was sufficient evidence presented during…
In a significant legal development, Acting US Attorney General Todd Blanche informed the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies that the Department of Justice (DOJ) will not proceed with the contentious $1.776 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund. This fund was initially established as part of a settlement between former President Donald Trump and…
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) recently announced a record-breaking success with its Health Care Fraud Unit, securing six jury convictions in less than three weeks. These cases involve over $1.1 billion in fraudulent claims, illustrating a heightened effort to tackle healthcare fraud across the United States. This wave of convictions underscores the DOJ’s focus…
“`html In a notable legal development, federal prosecutors are seeking an eight-year prison sentence for renowned attorney Tom Goldstein, a familiar name in the legal community. The charges stem from accusations of complicity in a fraudulent scheme involving hundreds of millions of dollars, casting a shadow over Goldstein’s illustrious career. Details surrounding the case suggest…
A partner at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP has come under scrutiny following allegations of facilitating a $145 million fraud scheme. This legal development raises significant questions about the oversight mechanisms within major law firms, particularly regarding the role of partners in complex financial dealings. The case, as reported by Bloomberg Law, involves accusations that…
Immigration attorneys are expressing concern following the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) recent directive instructing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to intensify enforcement against fraudulent asylum claims. The directive, issued on May 26, 2026, empowers ICE attorneys to pursue legal action against immigration lawyers suspected of filing false asylum applications. DHS General Counsel James Percival…
In a legislative move poised to reshape the landscape of family law, the Egyptian Cabinet has put forth two comprehensive personal status bills for parliamentary consideration. These bills aim to overhaul Egypt’s fragmented family law system, offering modernization and codification with the goal of unifying laws that govern domestic and familial matters. For the first…
OpenAI is expanding its reach into the financial and legal sectors by developing new AI tools aimed at professionals in these fields. The company is actively engaging in a competitive race with Anthropic, another AI startup, as both seek to establish a foothold in these industries. OpenAI’s efforts to cater specifically to finance and legal…