Home Goods Retailer Pier 1 Imports Reaches EEOC Settlement
Pier 1 Imports, an international home furnishings and specialty retailer in the U.S. and Canada, has reached an agreement with the U.S. Equal
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Jewelry Robber Extradited From Colombia & Sentenced
A Colombian national arrested in Colombia and extradited to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, was sentenced today to 33 months in prison in federal court for
Mastermind of $1.3 Billion Investment Fraud Scheme Charged
The U.S. Attorneys Office announced, Sherman Oaks, California native, Robert Shapiro, 61, pled guilty to orchestrating and leading a massive
How to Obtain a Crash Report From Police
If you were involved in a car accident and the police respond to the accident, there should be an accident report made by the investigating
Former Sheriff of Philadelphia Sentenced to Prison
The former Sheriff of Philadelphia John Green, 72, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, was sentenced today to serve five years in prison followed by one
Federal Government Resumes Capital Punishment After Nearly Two Decades
Attorney General William P. Barr has directed the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) to adopt a proposed Addendum to the Federal Execution
Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman, Sentenced to Life in Prison
Joaquin Archivaldo Guzman Loera, known by various aliases, including “El Chapo” and “El Rapido,” was sentenced today by U.S. District Judge Brian M.
Florida Attorney Sentenced to Prison for Multi-Million Dollar Pornography Copyright Scheme
A Florida attorney was sentenced to 60 months in prison followed by two years of supervised release for his role in a multi-million dollar fraud
Merrill Lynch Enters into Corporate Resolution
Merrill Lynch Commodities Inc. (MLCI), a global commodities trading business, has agreed to pay $25 million to resolve the government’s investigation
California Husband & Wife Indicted on Charges of Forced Labor
An indictment was unsealed today in federal court in the Eastern District of California following the arrests of Nery A. Martinez Vasquez, 50, and
Aaron’s Rent to Own Pays $425,000 to Settle Race Harassment Suit
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Aaron's, Inc., a nationwide chain of rent-to-own furniture stores, will pay $425,000 and furnish other relief to settle a lawsuit for
Los Angeles Doctor Found Guilty in $33 Million Medicare Fraud
A federal jury found a Los Angeles doctor and patient recruiter guilty today for their roles in a $33 million Medicare fraud scheme in which Medicare
CEO of Las Vegas Investment Company Sentenced
The former president and CEO of MRI International Inc. (MRI), a purported investment company and medical collections business located in Las Vegas,
Justice Department Honors Tennessee Firefighters
The Department of Justice announced today they have recognized two Tennessee-based firefighters who led a seven-hour search that led to the discovery
Leader of Nine Trey Gangsters Sentenced to Life in Prison
A Norfolk, Virginia, man was sentenced today to three consecutive life terms plus an additional 40 years in prison for his leadership role in a
Six Men Charged in Five-Year High-Yield Investment Fraud Scheme
Six men were charged in an indictment unsealed today for their alleged participation in a five-year high-yield investment fraud scheme according a
Greek Shipping Companies Illegally Discharged Oil Into Port Arthur
Two Greek shipping companies, Avin International LTD and Nicos I.V. Special Maritime Enterprises, were sentenced today in the Eastern District of
California Man Arrested in Terror Plot to Detonate Explosive Device
Mark Steven Domingo, 26, of Reseda, California, was arrested Friday night after he received what he thought was a live bomb, but in fact was an inert
Texas Couple Sentenced to Seven Years in Prison for Forced Labor
U.S. District Court Judge Reid O’Connor sentenced defendants Mohamed Toure, 58, and Denise Cros-Toure, 58, of Southlake, Texas, to seven years in
General Electric Agrees to Pay $1.5 Billion Penalty
The Department of Justice announced that General Electric (GE) will pay a civil penalty of $1.5 billion under the Financial Institutions Reform,
WikiLeaks Founder Charged in Computer Hacking Conspiracy
Julian P. Assange, 47, the founder of WikiLeaks, was arrested today in the United Kingdom pursuant to the U.S./UK Extradition Treaty, in connection
Former CFO at Publicly Traded Company Charged with $245 Million Securities Fraud
The former chief financial officer (CFO) of Roadrunner Transportation Systems Inc. (Roadrunner), a publicly traded transportation and trucking company
DOJ Alleges Alabama Men’s Prisons Conditions Violate the Constitution
The Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division and the U.S. Attorney’s Offices for the Northern, Middle, and Southern Districts of Alabama today
Government Contractor Pleads Guilty for Retention Of Defense Materials
Harold Thomas Martin, III, age 54, of Glen Burnie, Maryland, pleaded guilty today to the federal charge of willful retention of national defense
Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Texas to Pay $75,000 for Discrimination Lawsuit
Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Texas (BCBS), a Dallas health care company, will pay $75,000 and furnish other relief to settle a disability discrimination
Duke University Agrees to Pay U.S. $112.5 Million to Settle False Claims Act Allegations
Duke University has agreed to pay the government $112.5 million to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act by submitting
Types Of Bonds & What You Should Know About Bail Bonds
If you have been arrested for a criminal charge, you will be transported to some type of detention facility. In order to be released from custody,
North Carolina Man Pleads Guilty for Role in Global Tech Support Scam
A Charlotte, North Carolina man pleaded guilty today to conspiracy to access a protected computer, for his role in an international “Tech Support
Ticket For Possession Of Marijuana & Do I Need a Lawyer?
I was given a ticket for a Possession of Marijuana offense and never went to jail. Do I still need a lawyer? The short and simple answer to that
Former Defense Intelligence Officer Pleads Guilty to Attempted Espionage
The Department of Justice has announced today in a press release that Ron Rockwell Hansen, 58, a resident of Syracuse, Utah, and a former Defense
ExxonMobil to Pay Civil Penalty & Take Measures to Resolve Clean Air Act
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) & The Department of Justice announced a settlement with ExxonMobil Oil Corporation (ExxonMobil) today
Misdemeanors vs. Felonies
If you have been charged with a criminal offense in Texas, your biggest concern may be the punishment associated with your criminal charge. In Texas,
Pros & Cons of a Plea Bargain vs. Trial
If you have been charged with a criminal offense in Texas, there are several ways in which you can dispose of your case. Two of the most common ways
New York Man Charged with Cryptocurrency Scheme
The founder and principal operator of My Big Coin Pay Inc. (My Big Coin), a purported cryptocurrency and virtual payment services company
Attorney General Makan Delrahim Delivers Remarks at George Mason Law Review
“Harder Better Faster Stronger”: Evaluating EDM as a Defense in Vertical Mergers Thank you Judge Ginsburg and thank you to the George Mason Law
Biodiesel Fuel Company Sentenced for 45,000 Gallons of Wastewater
The Department of Justice has announced that yesterday, an Elizabeth, New Jersey, biodiesel fuel company was sentenced for discharging more than
Two Men Convicted for Multi-Million Dollar Investment Fraud Scheme
The Department of Justice has announced that a federal jury in Charlotte, North Carolina found two men guilty yesterday for their roles in a five-year
Three Kansas Men Sentenced to Prison for Bomb Plot
The Department of Justice has announced in a press release that three men from southwest Kansas were sentenced to 25, 26 and 30 years imprisonment on
Global Law Firm Registers as an Agent of a Foreign Principal
The Department of Justice announced in a press release that global Law Firm Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP has entered into a settlement
Southlake, Texas Couple Convicted Of Forced Labor
Southlake, Texas Couple Convicted Of Forced Labor In Their Home The Department of Justice announced in a press release that Defendants Mohamed Toure
5 Members of Mexican Human Trafficking Organization Sentenced in Court
5 Members of Mexican Human Trafficking Organization Sentenced in Court Prosecution Dismantled International Sex Trafficking Organization that Forced
Justice Department Recovers Over $2.8 Billion from False Claims Act Cases
Justice Department Recovers Over $2.8 Billion from False Claims Act Cases The Department of Justice announced in a press release that they have
Criminal Charges Filed Against 15 Websites Offering DDoS-For-Hire Services
Criminal Charges Filed Against 15 Websites Offering DDoS-For-Hire Services The Justice Department announced today the seizure of 15 internet domains
Washington, D.C. Man Sentenced for Attack Outside D.C. Courthouse
Washington, D.C. Man Sentenced for Attack Outside D.C. Courthouse The Department of Justice announced today in a press release that a Washington,
Miami-Area Woman Sentenced For $4.65 Million Medicare Fraud Scheme
Miami-Area Woman Sentenced For $4.65 Million Medicare Fraud Scheme A Miami, Florida-area woman was sentenced to 78 months in prison to be followed by
United States Sues Freight Companies for Overcharging of Shipments
United States Sues Freight Companies for Overcharging of Shipments The Departmen of Justice announced in a press release today that The United States
U.S. Customs & Border Protection Officer Indicted on Charges of Theft
U.S. Customs & Border Protection Officer Indicted on Charges of Theft & False Statements A federal grand jury sitting in the Southern
Congressional Staffer Sentenced to Prison for Election Crimes Scheme
Congressional Staffer Sentenced to Prison for Election Crimes Scheme The Department of Justice issued a press release today stating that a former
Walmart Settles Immigration-Related Discrimination Claim
Walmart Settles Immigration-Related Discrimination Claim Against Store in Fort Wort, Texas The Justice Department today announced that it has reached
FTC Charges Executive Whose Company Owns New York Knicks & New York Rangers
FTC Charges Executive Whose Company Owns New York Knicks & New York Rangers The Federal Trade Commission has announced in a press release that
Drug Maker Actelion Agrees to Pay $360 Million to Resolve False Claims Act
Drug Maker Actelion Agrees to Pay $360 Million to Resolve False Claims Act The Department of Justice announced in a press release that Pharmaceutical
Attorney General Matthew Whitaker Statement On The National Day of Mourning
Attorney General Matthew Whitaker Statement On The National Day of Mourning The Department of Justice announced in a press release today that Today,
U.S. Soldier Sentenced to 25 Years in Prison
U.S. Soldier Sentenced to 25 Years in Prison The Department of Justice announced in a press release that Ikaika Erik Kang, 35, a Sergeant First Class
$16.7 Million Awarded to Support Victims of Las Vegas Shooting
$16.7 Million Awarded to Support Victims of Las Vegas Shooting The Department of Justice announced in a press release today that the Office of
U.S. Customs & Border Protection Officer Sentenced to 1 Year in Prison
Former U.S. Customs & Border Protection Officer Sentenced to 1 Year in Prison For Obstruction of Justice The Department of Justice announced in a
Business Partner of U.S. Military Contractor Sentenced to Prison
Former Business Partner of U.S. Military Contractor Sentenced to Prison for Bribery Scheme The Department of Justice announced in a press release
Justice Dept Awards $56 Million to Support Law Enforcement Health
Department Of Justice Awards $56 Million to Support Law Enforcement Health & Safety The Department of Justice announced in a press release today
Dallas Tax Preparer Pleads Guilty In Tax Scheme
Dallas Tax Preparer Pleads Guilty In Federal Tax Return Scheme The U.S. Department of Justice announced today in a press release that a Dallas, Texas
Kroger Shooting Suspect Charged With Federal Hate Crimes
Kroger Shooting Suspect Charged With Federal Hate Crimes The Department of Justice announced in a press release that a suspected shooter at a Kroger
Houston Texas Man Convicted Of Tax Crimes
Houston Texas Man Convicted Of Tax Crimes & Money Laundering The U.S. Department of Justice announced today in a press release that a Houston,
Kevin Hart Settles Trademark Infringement Lawsuit
Kevin Hart Settles Trademark Infringement Lawsuit Celebrity Comedian and Actor Kevin Hart has settled an ongoing Trademark Infringement Lawsuit. The
Chris Cornell’s Family Files Lawsuit After Singers Death
Late Singer Of Soundgarden Chris Cornell's Family Files Lawsuit Over Singers Death The family of the late singer for Soundgarden and Audioslave known
Google’s Privacy Notice Divides The Supreme Court
Google's Privacy Notice Divides The United States Supreme Court The Supreme Court of the United States while discussing the case that involves
LAPD Assistant Chief Accused Of Inappropriate Sexual Conduct
LAPD Assistant Chief Accused Of Inappropriate Sexual Conduct Before Retirement Prior to his sudden retirement just last week, one of the top-ranking
Notorious Mobster “Whitey” Bulger Killed In Prison
Notorious Mobster James "Whitey" Bulger Killed In Prison While living a life of extortion, murder, breach of contract, snitching on mobsters, and
Ex-CEO of Barnes & Noble Countersued
Ex-CEO of Barnes & Noble Countersued On Tuesday, Barnes & Noble Inc. filed a lawsuit against a CEO they previously fired based on claims
Pittsburgh Synagogue Gunman Appears in Court
Pittsburgh Synagogue Suspect Appears in Court Pittsburgh shooting suspect, Robert Bowers, was pushed into the courthouse on a wheelchair on Monday
Kylie Jenner Sued For Trademark Infringement
Kylie Jenner Cosmetics Sued For Trademark Infringement Kylie Jenner is being sued for Trademark infringement by a makeup company, Sheree Cosmetics
Wells Fargo Executives Leave Amid Scandal
Wells Fargo Executives Leave Amid Legal Scandal Two top executives at Wells Fargo & Co. have been asked by the bank to go on leave and step back
Popular Vape Company JUUL Faces Lawsuit
Popular Vape Company JUUL Faces Lawsuit The Juul Vape is a trendy, sleek e-cigarette. A San Francisco- based company, recently valued at $15
What to Know About Child Support in Georgia
What to Know About Child Support in Georgia Child Support in Georgia is a periodic payment made by a particular parent on behalf of a child which is
What is a Citizen’s Arrest?
What is a Citizen's Arrest? Generally, it is expected that only sworn police officers or law enforcement officers are allowed to make arrests.
What You Should Know About The Texas Castle Law
What You Should Know About The Texas Castle Law or Castle Doctrine Ever heard of a castle law or perhaps a castle doctrine? If not, you are
Hiring A Personal Injury Attorney
Hiring A Personal Injury Lawyer Have been involved in a car accident lately? Did you slip and fall while shopping in a supermarket which resulted in
Understanding Child Support In Texas
Understanding Child Support In Texas Caring for the emotional and economic needs of a child as well as who takes custody of the child is one of the
Texas Roadhouse To Pay $12 Million Settlement
Texas Roadhouse To Pay $12 Million To Settle EEOC Age Discrimination Lawsuit National Restaurant chain Texas Roadhouse has been ordered to pay $12
When To Hire A Divorce Lawyer
When To Hire A Divorce Lawyer Divorces have almost become as common as marriages in the society hence it is important that they are done right. About
Diverse Lynx Settles Age Discrimination Lawsuit
IT Staffing Company Diverse Lynx Settles Age Discrimination Lawsuit An official press release from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Why Should You Hire An Immigration Lawyer?
Guide To Hiring An Immigration Lawyer The whole process of immigration is hectic and includes a lot of paperwork. A layman cannot go through it
Where Do I Start When Charged With A Crime?
Have you been arrested or charged with a crime? In this article, we are going to discuss one of the basic things that everyone should immediately
When Do I Need an Attorney?
When Do I Need an Attorney? Almost everything we do—from making a purchase, to driving a car, to interacting with others—is affected
How To Find A Top Rated Attorney
How To Find A Top Rated Attorney If уоur lеgаl рrоblеm іѕ соmрlеx оr іnvоlvеѕ things such as business, criminal proceedings or financial situations,
What Is The Bar Association For Attorneys?
What Is The Bar Association For Attorneys? The Bar is a regulatory association for Attorneys practicing in the United States based on the State in
What Is An Attorney?
What is an Attorney? Outside of television shows or movies, you may have no knowledge of what lawyers are or what they do. While
How Do I Find a Attorney?
How Do I Find a Attorney? You’ve thought about it carefully, you’ve spoken to friends, and you’ve decided that you need to contact a
California State Bar Attorney Search
California State Bar Attorney Search Guide The State Bar of California’s mission is to protect the public and includes the primary functions
How to Remove Profile From Corporation Wiki
How To Remove Public Information From Corporation Wiki Corporation Wiki is a website that details public inforation data on things such as a person
What Is The Average Lawyer Salary?
What Is The Average Salary For An Attorney? After attending undergraduate school and the educational expense associated with it, a potential Law
Who Is The Attorney General For Texas?
The Attorney General for Texas is Ken Paxton who works for defending the State of Texas and its duly elected laws by providing legal representation to