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TalkLeft: The Politics of Crime

Provides liberal coverage of crime-related political and injustice news.

http://www.talkleft.com/

Sep 21
D.C. Appeals Court Rules Sting-Ray Devices Unconstitutional

D.C. Appeals Court Rules Sting-Ray Devices Unconstitutional

The D.C. Court of Appeals has overturned the convictions of a man named Prince Jones because the police employed a "sting ray" (cell-site simulator) device without a warrant. The opinion is here. We agree with Mr. Jones that the…
Sep 21
Insurers Balk at Republican Health Care Plan

Insurers Balk at Republican Health Care Plan

Does anyone not hate the proposed Republican health care bill? Major insurance companies joined the opposition to the bill today. The two major trade groups for insurers, the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association and America’s Health…
Sep 20
Happy Rosh Hashanah and Open Thread

Happy Rosh Hashanah and Open Thread

Today is the beginning of the High Holy Days for those of the Jewish faith. The ten day period begins tonight at sundown with Rosh Hashanah (the new year), and ends in 10 days with Yom Kippur (day of atonement). The customary greeting…

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Mortgage Fraud Blog

Covers mortgage fraud information, fraud schemes and indictments. By Rachel Dollar.

http://mortgagefraudblog.com/

Sep 8
60 Month Sentence in Pennsylvania Loan Fraud

60 Month Sentence in Pennsylvania Loan Fraud

Mortgage Fraud Blog. Zaki M. Bey, 39, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, was sentenced to 60 months in prison. Bey previously pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit loan and bank fraud, one count of conspiracy to defraud…
Sep 8
Phoenix Family Members Sentenced in FNMA REO Fraud

Phoenix Family Members Sentenced in FNMA REO Fraud

Mortgage Fraud Blog. Daphne Iatridis, 59, and her husband, Arthur Telles, 59, were each sentenced to 30 months in prison and ordered to forfeit 26 fraudulently purchased properties to the United States. Both had previously…
Sep 6
California Loan Broker Indicted for Wire Fraud

California Loan Broker Indicted for Wire Fraud

Mortgage Fraud Blog. Hooshang Noori, a loan broker who operated Finance for Americans, Corp, doing business as Pacific Realty, Lake Forest, California, was indicted on one count of wire fraud in the Central District of California. According…

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The FRAUDfiles Blog

Covers fraud and forensic accounting, including tax fraud and the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. By Tracy Coenen.

http://www.sequenceinc.com/fraudfiles

Sep 21
Net Worth Method of Proof: Calculating Income in Divorce Case

Net Worth Method of Proof: Calculating Income in Divorce Case

In divorce cases, forensic accountants can use the “net worth method of proof” to calculate income. This is used to search for hidden or unreported income. Rather than simply taking a spouse’s word for it that his or her…
Sep 18
How to Commit Fraud and Get Away With It

How to Commit Fraud and Get Away With It

If a fraud is worth committing, it’s worth committing right. A little extra effort in the commission of a fraud can go a long way toward profiting from it as long as possible. Follow these recommended steps to increase your chances of…
Sep 14
Why Women Are Often at a Disadvantage in Divorce

Why Women Are Often at a Disadvantage in Divorce

In many divorces, women are at a significant disadvantage, especially when it comes to money. In many marriages, the husband has been the main breadwinner. He often controls the purse strings, and often knows much more about where money has…

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Defending People: The Tao of…

Defending People: The Tao of Criminal-Defense Trial Lawyering

Covers criminal defense law. By Mark Bennett.

http://blog.bennettandbennett.com/

Sep 6
List of Harris County Jail Inmates Entitled to Immediate Release

List of Harris County Jail Inmates Entitled to Immediate Release

Article 17.151 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure provides: A defendant who is detained in jail pending trial of an accusation against him must be released either on personal bond or by reducing the amount of bail required, if [...]
Aug 14
The masochist says “Beat me!” …

The masochist says “Beat me!” …

… and the sadist says “No.” It is hard not to pay attention to people who are screaming for your attention. It’s hard to manage your own attention in the best of circumstances; sages have for thousands of years been…
Jul 8
Such an Alpha, He Even Piddles Himself Dominantly

Such an Alpha, He Even Piddles Himself Dominantly

“Trump ‘won’ Putin handshake: body-language expert.” Erm. No. Submissive dogs reveal their throats. Humans show their palms. . . . . The opposite of the dominant handshake is to offer your hand with the palm facing…

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Sex Offender Research by A Voice…

Sex Offender Research by A Voice of Reason

Covers research, studies, and court cases related to sex offender issues.

http://sexoffenderresearch.blogspot.com/

Sep 5
Neighbors, provider locked in legal battle over nursing home for inmate

Neighbors, provider locked in legal battle over nursing home for inmate

9-5-17 Connecticut: A nursing home for paroled inmates that recently received approval for federal funding is now locked in a legal battle with its neighbors, who argue the facility is hurting their property values and putting their families…
Aug 31
Man Kills Former Neighbor With Ax After Accusing Him Of Sexual Abuse: 'I Killed My Pedophile'

Man Kills Former Neighbor With Ax After Accusing Him Of Sexual Abuse: 'I Killed My Pedophile'

8-30-17 Minnesota: A man allegedly murdered his former neighbor on Friday by chopping him up with an ax-like tool known as a splitting maul. Mitchell Edward Hoogenakker, 24, has been arrested for the death of 67-year-old John Gallagher. The…
Aug 22
Rock sheriff's office to share in money from sale of sex offender's home

Rock sheriff's office to share in money from sale of sex offender's home

8-23-17 Wisconsin: JANESVILLE -- Rock County Sheriff Robert Spoden is scheduled to receive a check Wednesday for $153,660. Acting United States Attorney for the Western District of Wisconsin Jeffrey M. Anderson will present the check,…

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Sentencing Law and Policy

By Douglas A. Berman.

http://sentencing.typepad.com/sentencing_law_and_policy/

Sep 21
Ohio intermediate appeals court, finding functional LWOP sentence excessive for multiple burglaries, cuts 50 years off term

Ohio intermediate appeals court, finding functional LWOP sentence excessive for multiple burglaries, cuts 50 years off term

A helpful former student alerted me to an interesting state appeals court ruling in my own backyard handed down last week. Even though the ruling in State v. Gwynne, 2017-Ohio-7570 (5th Dist. Sept. 11, 2017) (available here), is pretty…
Sep 21
Federal prosecutors say Anthony Weiner merits years in prison for his online sexual offense

Federal prosecutors say Anthony Weiner merits years in prison for his online sexual offense

As reported in this AP piece, headlined "Government: Prison fits Weiner's sex crime on teen victim," federal prosecutors have filed their sentencing recommendation in the Anthony Weiner case. Here are the details: Former U.S. Rep.…
Sep 21
Interesting account of gender discrimination in Wyoming alternative sentencing boot camp program

Interesting account of gender discrimination in Wyoming alternative sentencing boot camp program

In part because women are a disproportionately small share of criminal offenders, they can experience a disproportionately large share of discriminatory treatment in the operation of criminal justice systems. An interesting example of this…

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Human Rights Now Blog

Covers human rights, free speech, death penalty, LGBT rights, refugees and torture. From Amnesty International.

http://blog.amnestyusa.org

Apr 25
The Value of Political Freedom: Russia and Belaru

The Value of Political Freedom: Russia and Belaru

Today, we must be reminded of the value of political freedom and the right to protest when it is repeatedly brutally offended by government authorities in Russia and Belarus.
Apr 18
Big Brother in Practice: An Overview of Unlawful Surveillance

Big Brother in Practice: An Overview of Unlawful Surveillance

We should be warned to not only protect our physical human rights, but also the privacy of our virtual spaces and communication via technology. I draw attention to recent cases of unlawful surveillance and cyberattacks by governments…
Apr 11
Abductions and Forcible Returns from Russia to Uzbekistan continue

Abductions and Forcible Returns from Russia to Uzbekistan continue

By Ella Shen A few weeks ago, Amnesty International, along with other international organizations, has expressed heavy concern over the possibility of danger, including torture amongst other human rights violations, to journalist Khudoberdi…

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Massachusetts Criminal Defense…

Massachusetts Criminal Defense Attorney Blog

Covers drug crimes, DUI, sex crimes, theft and violent crimes. By Stephen Neyman, P.C.

http://www.massachusettscriminaldefenseattorneyblog.com/

Jul 18
Prosecutors Are Now Making Sex For a Fee Cases More Difficult to Defend

Prosecutors Are Now Making Sex For a Fee Cases More Difficult to Defend

Sex For a Fee Massachusetts In Massachusetts, soliciting a prostitute or the act of prostitution is a crime under G.L. c. 272 Section 53A. The statute has a variety of subsections that make a conviction for this crime punishable by up to ten…
May 23
Domestic Assault and Battery in Massachusetts Involving Non-Citizens and the Risk of Being Deported

Domestic Assault and Battery in Massachusetts Involving Non-Citizens and the Risk of Being Deported

Domestic Assault and Battery and Deportation Any experienced criminal defense attorney will tell you that if you charged with domestic assault and battery and you are not a citizen you are at risk of being deported. That risk has increased…
Apr 3
Illegal Search and Seizure Results in Reversal of Gun Possession Conviction

Illegal Search and Seizure Results in Reversal of Gun Possession Conviction

We Fight Illegal Search and Seizure At a hearing on a motion to suppress an illegal search and seizure, a Boston police officer testified about responding to a radio broadcast for someone wanted in connection with a domestic assault and…

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New York Criminal Lawyer Blog

Covers New York criminal law topics such as criminal procedure, DWI and traffic offenses, drugs and narcotics, fraud related offenses, and violent crimes. By Jeremy Saland.

http://www.newyorkcriminallawyer-blog.com/

Sep 21
Sealing a Criminal Conviction for a Refusal or Common Law DWI in New York: NY CPL 160.59

Sealing a Criminal Conviction for a Refusal or Common Law DWI in New York: NY CPL 160.59

In the State of New York, a DWI arrests and conviction can be based on different theories of the law. One such DUI or drunk driving crime is found in New York Vehicle and Traffic Law 1192.3. Often referred to as either Common Law DWI or…
Sep 18
Client Arrested for Third Degree Grand Larceny Gets Non-Criminal Disorderly Conduct Violation

Client Arrested for Third Degree Grand Larceny Gets Non-Criminal Disorderly Conduct Violation

People often ask how as a former prosecutor I can now defend people who committed crimes or are guilty of criminal conduct. While I do have the advantage of representing whomever I choose and sending a client to seek a criminal lawyer…
Sep 14
Title IX Sexual Misconduct and Relationship Violence: What is Title IX and How is it Applied on College Campuse

Title IX Sexual Misconduct and Relationship Violence: What is Title IX and How is it Applied on College Campuse

Although Title IX and its affiliated policies and procedures governs sexual misconduct and relationship violence related to college and university campuses, it is critical to recognize that an action commenced under Title IX is separate from…

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Grace Case

Covers the U.S. v. W.R. Grace criminal prosecution. By the University of Montana School of Law and the School of Journalism.

http://archive.umt.edu/gracecase/

May 28
Week 2 Wrap-Up

Week 2 Wrap-Up

This week, both the U.S. Government and Defense counsel for W.R. Grace and individual defendents layed out their case in opening statements. EPA On-Site Coordinator Paul Peronard was introduced, examinedÂ and cross-exaimined after Molloy…
May 19
UM students from Libby split on verdict

UM students from Libby split on verdict

MISSOULA (May 18, 2009) – Not guilty. To Danielle Bundrock, a University of Montana senior, the verdicts sounded a lot like, “No justice.”
May 19
Verdict is justice deferred for many Libby resident

Verdict is justice deferred for many Libby resident

LIBBY (May 10, 2009) — The environmental criminal inquiry into the most sprawling industrial disaster in U.S. history ended in the failed prosecution of a company charged with poisoning a small Montana town. Some residents of the town say…

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Federal Crimes Blog

Covers federal crimes and criminal defense. By McNabb Associates, P.C.

http://federalcrimesblog.com

Jan 7
U.S. charges ex-Haiti coup leader with drug trafficking conspiracy | Reuter

U.S. charges ex-Haiti coup leader with drug trafficking conspiracy | Reuter

The leader of a 2004 coup that toppled Haitian President Jean-Bertrand Aristide, and who had been wanted for more than a decade by U.S. authorities, was charged on Friday in the United States with engaging in drug trafficking and money…
Sep 23
“Government self-interest corrupted a crime-fighting tool into an evil”

“Government self-interest corrupted a crime-fighting tool into an evil”

The Washington Post on September 18, 2014 released the following: “By John Yoder and Brad Cates John Yoder was director of the Justice Department’s Asset Forfeiture Office from 1983 to 1985. Brad Cates was the director of the…
Sep 23
“Government self-interest corrupted a crime-fighting tool into an evil”

“Government self-interest corrupted a crime-fighting tool into an evil”

The Washington Post on September 18, 2014 released the following: “By John Yoder and Brad Cates John Yoder was director of the Justice Department’s Asset Forfeiture Office from 1983 to 1985. Brad Cates was the director of the…

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StandDown Texas Project

Covers best practices in the criminal justice system. By Steve Hall.

http://standdown.typepad.com/weblog/

Nov 14
Renewed Push for Abolition in Delaware

Renewed Push for Abolition in Delaware

"Efforts to Repeal Death Penalty Begin Again With New Delaware Legislature," is by Shana O'Malley of WHYY-FM NewsWorks, via NBC Philadelphia. Supporters of ending capital punishment in Delaware are gearing up for another attempt to have a…
Nov 13
An Update on the Case of Justin Wolfe

An Update on the Case of Justin Wolfe

Slate posts, "Why Is Justin Wolfe Still in Prison?" It's by Dahlia Lithwick. A few years back, I wrote about prosecutorial misconduct in the Northern Virginia capital murder trial of Justin Wolfe. The case was one of several in the...
Nov 12
An Infographic on Scott Panetti's Case

An Infographic on Scott Panetti's Case

This infographic touches on several issues in Scott Panetti's case in a visual fashion: Earlier coverage of Scott Panetti's case begins at the link. All prior coverage is in the Scott Panetti category index. The Supreme Court established…

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CYB3RCRIM3

Features observations on technology, law and lawlessness. By University of Dayton Susan Brenner.

http://cyb3rcrim3.blogspot.com/

Sep 21
First Degree Perjury, Attempt to Influence a Public Servant and Tracing IP Addresse

First Degree Perjury, Attempt to Influence a Public Servant and Tracing IP Addresse

This post examines a recent opinion from the Colorado Court of Appeals – Division III: People v. Garrison, 2017 WL 3431820 (2017). The court begins the opinion by explaining that thecommon knowledge and experience of an ordinary person…
Sep 15
The Judge, the Email and “Violating a Criminal Protection Order”

The Judge, the Email and “Violating a Criminal Protection Order”

This post examines an opinion issued by the Presiding Disciplinary Judge of the Supreme Court of Colorado: People v. Lesuer, 2017 WL 3588713. The opinion begins by explaining that thePresiding Disciplinary Judge approved the parties'…
Sep 11
“Doing Something on a Laptop,” Ineffective Assistance of Counsel and the Bench Trial

“Doing Something on a Laptop,” Ineffective Assistance of Counsel and the Bench Trial

This post examines a recent decision from the Appellate Court of Illinois – Second District: People v. Perry, 2017 WL 3328365 (2017). The court began the opinion by explaining thatthe trial court properly summarily dismissed defendant's…

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Criminal Law Library Blog

Covers criminal law, information technology and news for law librarians. By David Badertscher.

http://www.criminallawlibraryblog.com/

Aug 12
State Advocacy Strategies: The New York Story

State Advocacy Strategies: The New York Story

Included below are my introductory remarks delivered at the Annual Meeting of the American Association of Law Libraries on July 23, 2012 as part Program E-1 State Advocacy Strategies: Learning to Connect, Grow and Survive. The material below…
Aug 12
State Advocacy Strategies: The New York Story

State Advocacy Strategies: The New York Story

Included below are my introductory remarks delivered at the Annual Meeting of the American Association of Law Libraries on July 23, 2012 as part Program E-1 State Advocacy Strategies: Learning to Connect, Grow and Survive. The material below…
Aug 12
State Advocacy Strategies: The New York Story

State Advocacy Strategies: The New York Story

Included below are my introductory remarks delivered at the Annual Meeting of the American Association of Law Libraries on July 23, 2012 as part Program E-1 State Advocacy Strategies: Learning to Connect, Grow and Survive. The material below…

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Grits for Breakfast

Covers the political, economic and social consequences of crime, punishment and justice in the Lone Star State. By Scott Henson.

http://gritsforbreakfast.blogspot.com/

Sep 20
Texas yet to 'turn the page' on police reform, and other storie

Texas yet to 'turn the page' on police reform, and other storie

Lets's clear out Grits' browser tabs with a quick roundup of stories about policing which deserve Grits readers' attention:Texas hasn't 'turned the page' on police reform just yetFirst, The Crime Report had an interview with Texas state…
Sep 17
Reasonably Suspicious: Listen to the podcast, join us for our Launch Party!

Reasonably Suspicious: Listen to the podcast, join us for our Launch Party!

After several months of working out the kinks in a soft launch, Just Liberty's Reasonably Suspicious podcast now is up and running on numerous platforms - iTunes, Google Play, YouTube, SoundCloud, etc.. Please subscribe and give it a…
Sep 16
Why criminal court judges are poor forensic gatekeeper

Why criminal court judges are poor forensic gatekeeper

Yes. This.Why do judges frequently fail to keep faulty forensics out in criminal cases despite the fact that they rigorously enforce Daubert’s gatekeeping requirements when presiding over civil cases? Daubert requires trial judges in…

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New York Criminal Attorney Blog

New York Criminal Attorney Blog covers DWI/DWAI, traffic violations, gun crimes, weapon crimes, prostitution, and other criminal offenses. By New York attorneys, Tilem & Associates.

http://www.newyorkcriminalattorneyblog.com/

Sep 11
Is the Mossberg Shockwave (and or the Remington Tac-14) Legal in New York? Surprisingly Yes, I Think

Is the Mossberg Shockwave (and or the Remington Tac-14) Legal in New York? Surprisingly Yes, I Think

As New York Firearms Lawyers we are often asked about the legality of certain specific guns in New York given the very complex laws about what firearms may be owned in New York. A relatively new pair of firearms present some very…
Sep 8
New York Appellate Court Upholds Assault Conviction, Rejects Defendant’s Justification Defense

New York Appellate Court Upholds Assault Conviction, Rejects Defendant’s Justification Defense

When facing a criminal trial, one of the most essential things to understand is whether you are able to assert any defenses to the charges against you. As seasoned New York criminal defense lawyers, we have aided many people in assessing…
Sep 6
New York Gun Lawyer Mentioned in NRA-ILA Newsletter

New York Gun Lawyer Mentioned in NRA-ILA Newsletter

In a recent NRA-ILA article about the Stossel documentary that the NRA Institute for Legislative Action suggests supports the need for national concealed carry reciprocity, Tilem & Associates senior partner Peter H. Tilem was…

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International Extradition Blog

Covers international extradition and transnational criminal defense. By McNabb Associates.

http://internationalextraditionblog.com/

Dec 31
Godfather of Grass awaits extradition after 8 years on the lam

Godfather of Grass awaits extradition after 8 years on the lam

The man known as the Godfather of Grass is in a Canadian jail awaiting extradition to the U.S. Source: Godfather of Grass awaits extradition after 8 years on the lam
Oct 13
Drumm’s US sanctuary to end as gardai seek #extradition – Independent.ie

Drumm’s US sanctuary to end as gardai seek #extradition – Independent.ie

Drumm’s US sanctuary to end as gardai seek extradition – Independent.ie.
Oct 13
Drumm’s US sanctuary to end as gardai seek #extradition – Independent.ie

Drumm’s US sanctuary to end as gardai seek #extradition – Independent.ie

Drumm’s US sanctuary to end as gardai seek extradition – Independent.ie.

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JOTWELL - The Journal of Things We…

JOTWELL - The Journal of Things We Like (Lots)

Edited by University of Miami School of Law Professor Michael Froomkin, The Journal of Things We Like (Lots)–JOTWELL–invites law professors to join us in filling a telling gap in legal scholarship by creating a space where legal academics will go to identify, celebrate, and discuss the best new legal scholarship.

http://jotwell.com/

Sep 21
An Empirical Window into Retrospective Review

An Empirical Window into Retrospective Review

Wendy Wagner, William West, Thomas McGarity & Lisa Peters, Dynamic Rulemaking, 92 N.Y.U. L. Rev. 183 (2017), available at SSRN.Christopher WalkerRetrospective review remains a hot topic in administrative law. The Administrative Conference…
Sep 20
Limitations on the Business Case for Diversity

Limitations on the Business Case for Diversity

Jamillah Bowman Williams, Breaking Down Bias: Legal Mandates vs. Corporate Interests, Wash. L. Rev. (forthcoming 2017), available on SSRN.Marcia L. McCormickThose working in antidiscrimination law are well-versed in the central role that the…
Sep 19
Who Should Terminate or Modify Irrevocable Trusts?

Who Should Terminate or Modify Irrevocable Trusts?

Bradley E.S. Fogel, Terminating or Modifying Irrevocable Trusts by Consent of the Beneficiaries—A Proposal to Respect the Primacy of the Settlor’s Intent, 50 Real Prop., Tr. & Est. L.J. 337 (2016). Michael Yu Professor Bradley…

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San Diego Criminal Attorneys Blog

Covers California criminal law topics, including DUI, search and seizure, white collar crimes and sex crimes. By Sean F. Leslie.

http://www.sandiegocriminalattorneysblog.com/

Jul 17
Advice if Subjected to a DUI Stop

Advice if Subjected to a DUI Stop

Within the last year in California, reports reveal that there were 882 fatalities due to drunk driving. As a result of this high number of fatalities, California strongly enforces its regulations regarding drunk driving. These consequences…
Jul 17
Advice if Subjected to a DUI Stop

Advice if Subjected to a DUI Stop

Within the last year in California, reports reveal that there were 882 fatalities due to drunk driving. As a result of this high number of fatalities, California strongly enforces its regulations regarding drunk driving. These consequences…
Jul 17
Advice if Subjected to a DUI Stop

Advice if Subjected to a DUI Stop

Within the last year in California, reports reveal that there were 882 fatalities due to drunk driving. As a result of this high number of fatalities, California strongly enforces its regulations regarding drunk driving. These consequences…

Rank this Week: 172

OFAC SDN Sanctions Removal Lawyers

Covers the Department of Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control and its Specially Designated Nationals list. By McNabb Associates, P.C.

https://ofac-sdn-list-removal.com

Nov 27
ISIS’ oil wealth: U.S., allies work to stem its growth – Al Arabiya New

ISIS’ oil wealth: U.S., allies work to stem its growth – Al Arabiya New

ISIS’ oil wealth: U.S., allies work to stem its growth – Al Arabiya News.Filed under: OFAC SDN, OFAC SDN List Removal Attorneys - McNabb Associates, SDN Designation, SDN List, Specially Designated National
Nov 27
ISIS’ oil wealth: U.S., allies work to stem its growth – Al Arabiya New

ISIS’ oil wealth: U.S., allies work to stem its growth – Al Arabiya New

ISIS’ oil wealth: U.S., allies work to stem its growth – Al Arabiya News.Filed under: OFAC SDN, OFAC SDN List Removal Attorneys - McNabb Associates, SDN Designation, SDN List, Specially Designated National
Nov 26
The Risk of Premature Sanctions – Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

The Risk of Premature Sanctions – Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

The Risk of Premature Sanctions – Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.Filed under: OFAC SDN, OFAC SDN List Removal Attorneys - McNabb Associates, SDN Designation, SDN List, Specially Designated National

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Simple Justice

A New York Criminal Defense Blog. By Scott H. Greenfield.

http://blog.simplejustice.us

Sep 21
Trust, Inc.

Trust, Inc.

Journalists came to the realization a while back that they could accomplish far more by toying with your emotions than by reporting facts. In fact, by trying to stem the tide of untruths, we were probably making everything worse. Repeating a…
Sep 21
On Deaf Ear

On Deaf Ear

It was entirely coincidental that the example of a deaf person was used as an alternative example to police use of force against an autistic child. The story broke shortly thereafter of Sgt. Christopher Barnes shooting, and…
Sep 20
Kopf: What If Seventh Circuit Nominee Professor Amy Coney Barrett Was An Ardent Atheist?

Kopf: What If Seventh Circuit Nominee Professor Amy Coney Barrett Was An Ardent Atheist?

Professor Amy Coney Barrett, a most certainly qualified nominee[i] to the United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit and a law professor at Notre Dame, recently had her confirmation hearing. The hearing resulted in quite a…

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False Claims Counsel

Covers False Claims Act and related statutes. By Ben Vernia.

http://www.falseclaimscounsel.com/wordpress

Sep 19
Alaska settles with DOJ over alleged false claims in SNAP

Alaska settles with DOJ over alleged false claims in SNAP

On September 18, the Department of Justice announced a settlement with the state of Alaska over its use of federal nutrition assistance funds. According to DOJ’s press release: The Alaska Department of Health and Social Services (ADHSS)…
Sep 13
New York city hospital firm pays $4 million for alleged Stark Law violation

New York city hospital firm pays $4 million for alleged Stark Law violation

On September 13, the Department of Justice announced that New York city-based MediSys Health Network, Inc., has agreed to settle a whistleblower’s suit alleging Stark Law violations for $4 million. According to DOJ’s press…
Sep 11
Chain of South Carolina family practice clinics settles whistleblower’s lawsuit

Chain of South Carolina family practice clinics settles whistleblower’s lawsuit

A chain of family practice clinics in South Carolina, and related individuals and companies, have agreed to pay $2 million to settle a whistleblower’s civil fraud lawsuit, the Department of Justice announced on September 11. According…

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False Claims Act & Qui Tam Law

Covers the False Claims Act, Qui Tams, whistleblowers, and other related collateral proceedings, with special emphasis on health care fraud. By A. Brian Albritton.

http://www.falseclaimsactlawblog.com/

Jul 23
Court Refuses to Permit Government to File Statement of Interest or Amicus in Non-Intervened False Claims Act Case

Court Refuses to Permit Government to File Statement of Interest or Amicus in Non-Intervened False Claims Act Case

Counsel who regularly defend False Claims Act (FCA) cases often encounter “statements of interest” filed by the government in non-intervened FCA cases. Though not a party to the case since it has declined to intervene, the…
Jun 15
Specialty Insurance for False Claims Act Investigations: Coverage Gaps Leave Healthcare Providers Exposed and Vulnerable

Specialty Insurance for False Claims Act Investigations: Coverage Gaps Leave Healthcare Providers Exposed and Vulnerable

Healthcare providers continue to remain at the greatest risk of having to defend against False Claims Act (FCA) investigations, particularly those alleging billing errors and overpayments. See 2016 DOJ FCA Statistics. Not surprisingly,…
Jun 1
What Have You Done For Me Today: Government Prevents Relator from Intervening in False Claims Act Case That Was Based in Part on Relator's Prior Qui Tam

What Have You Done For Me Today: Government Prevents Relator from Intervening in False Claims Act Case That Was Based in Part on Relator's Prior Qui Tam

Can an unsuccessful qui tam False Claim Act (FCA) relator intervene in lawsuit later filed by the United States if the claims in the United States’ lawsuit mirror the allegations first made by the relator? The Ninth Circuit Court of…

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White Collar Crime News

Covers white collar crime news. By Jef Henninger.

http://whitecollarcrimenews.com

Jun 29
Health care fraud is becoming a major…

Health care fraud is becoming a major issue. The FBI has cracked down on health care fraud including but not limited to drug compounding. Expect many people to be arrested. If you have received a letter, you need to act…
Jun 28
Conspiracy to steal federal funds attorney

Conspiracy to steal federal funds attorney

Conspiracy to steal federal funds has become a very hot topic in New Jersey with the arrests and continuing investigation in Lakewood. Several people have already been arrested. Many others appear to be under investigation.…
May 21
Dallas, Texas EUO Lawyer

Dallas, Texas EUO Lawyer

Dallas, Texas EUO Lawyers An examination under oath can be both scary and confusing. You should never go to one alone. If you have been asked to participate in an examination under oath, otherwise known as an EUO you may have…

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Jacksonville Criminal Defense…

Jacksonville Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog

Covers DUI, DWI, armed robbery, assault, and gun crimes. By Law Office of David M. Goldman PLLC.

http://www.jacksonvillecriminaldefenselawyerblog.com/

Jan 27
Illegal Search,Evidence Suppressed?

Illegal Search,Evidence Suppressed?

What many people fail to realize is that all citizens of the United States have a Fourth Amendment right against illegal searches created by the U.S. Constitution, and any evidence that comes from an illegal search may be suppressed at trial.…
Nov 2
Explosive Pumpkin, Child Neglect

Explosive Pumpkin, Child Neglect

A grandmother in Saint Augustine, Florida worked with her granddaughter to create green flames in their jack-o-lantern for Halloween, according to Jacksonville.com. The pumpkin ended up being an explosive, rather than the awesome Halloween…
Aug 10
License and Registration Check: Illegal Search and Seizure

License and Registration Check: Illegal Search and Seizure

“License and registration, please.” If you have ever been pulled over by police, you have probably heard this phrase. In recent years, Americans have grown more and more suspicious of police officers. With all that we…

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Brown & Little Blog

Covers Arizona criminal defense.

http://brownandlittlelaw.com/blog/

Sep 14
Lots and Lots of Blog Posts…

Lots and Lots of Blog Posts…

And not a single one of them here. They’re all over at Mimesis Law: MOB JUSTICE FOR A DEAD GORILLA NYPD GIVE FAR TOO MUCH CREDIT TO THE POP OUT BOYZ THOMAS VITANOVITZ’S LUCKY INTERVENTION…TO A POINT DONALD RAY…
Jun 29
Customer Service Self Help

Customer Service Self Help

I had the displeasure yesterday of spending quite some time in a court with about the most hostile staff around. As soon as I made it past the security guard, who was pretty friendly, I got nothing but scowls from the various clerks, who…
May 27
I’ve Been Really Busy…

I’ve Been Really Busy…

Not just with legal work, but with blogging too. Just not here. Over at Mimesis Law. Here are links: FIXING THE DOUBLE STANDARD AT THE NORTH CAROLINA BAR STEPHEN RANKIN’S COP BUDDIES, STEALING THE PROSECUTION’S THUNDER TO (MAYBE)…

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CrimProf Blog

Criminal law issues and commentary. Edited by Kevin Cole, Lawrence A. Alexander, Donald A. Dripps, Yale Kamisar, Adam J. Kolber, and Jean Ramirez.

http://lawprofessors.typepad.com/crimprof_blog/

Sep 21
"Massachusetts top court rules field sobriety tests not definitive for marijuana impairment"

"Massachusetts top court rules field sobriety tests not definitive for marijuana impairment"

From Jurist: The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court [official website] ruled [opinion, PDF] Tuesday that evidence of a field sobriety test is not conclusive evidence of driving under the influence of marijuana. The court found that although…
Sep 21
"Massachusetts High Court Drops Felony Murder"

"Massachusetts High Court Drops Felony Murder"

Kent Scheidegger has this post at Crime & Consequences, linking to this case.
Sep 21
Vyas on The Ascendant Cycle of Cyber Crime

Vyas on The Ascendant Cycle of Cyber Crime

Rahul Vyas (Pacific Business School) has posted The Ascendant Cycle of Cyber Crimes: An Ordeal for the Present Legal Framework (Pacific University Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. 1, Issue 2, May 2017) on SSRN. Here is the abstract: The…

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Idaho State Police News and…

Idaho State Police News and Information Blog

Covers news releases and other items of interest. By the Idaho State Police.

http://idahostatepolice.blogspot.com/

Sep 21
Final Update: Crash Eastbound On I84 Near Black Canyon Blocking

Final Update: Crash Eastbound On I84 Near Black Canyon Blocking

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Sep 21
Update: Crash Eastbound On I84 Near Black Canyon Blocking

Update: Crash Eastbound On I84 Near Black Canyon Blocking

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Sep 21
Crash Eastbound On I84 Near Black Canyon Blocking

Crash Eastbound On I84 Near Black Canyon Blocking

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Law Offices of G. Randolph Rice,…

Law Offices of G. Randolph Rice, Jr., LLC Blog

Covers Maryland criminal law.

http://www.ricelawmd.com/blog

Sep 20
Son or Daughter Killed in an Accident: What Can I Do As a Parent?

Son or Daughter Killed in an Accident: What Can I Do As a Parent?

The Law Offices of Randolph Rice have been helping Maryland families who have lost a son or daughter in an accident. We strive to ensure that the families of the lost soul receive fair compensation after an accident because of someone…
Sep 19
Should I Hire a Maryland Injury Lawyer After My Accident?

Should I Hire a Maryland Injury Lawyer After My Accident?

Should I Hire An Injury Lawyer After A Car Accident? As trusted injury lawyers, we always recommend that if an individual has been hurt in a car accident or any other type of vehicle accident, that they should hire a lawyer as soon as…
Sep 19
Don’t Give a Recorded Statement to the Insurance Company

Don’t Give a Recorded Statement to the Insurance Company

Why You Don’t Want to Give a Recorded Statement to the Insurance Company After an Accident After an accident, you will more likely than not receive a call from the other driver’s insurance company. They want to record your…

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MN Criminal Defense Blog

Covers basic civil rights and legal defenses in the state of Minnesota. By Appelman Law Firm, LLC.

https://aacriminallaw.com/blog/

Sep 20
When Can I Talk To A Lawyer During A DUI Traffic Stop?

When Can I Talk To A Lawyer During A DUI Traffic Stop?

You have the right to an attorney during a criminal investigation, but at what point can you invoke this right? It’s not as cut and dry as you might think. Today, we’re going to explain when you can talk with a lawyer, and when…
Sep 19
10 Factors That Influence Your Blood Alcohol Concentration

10 Factors That Influence Your Blood Alcohol Concentration

A number of clients who end up challenging a DUI charge argue that they didn’t believe that they were over the legal driving limit at the time they got behind the wheel. Calculating your BAC based solely on your height, weight and…
Sep 18
How Does Probation Work In Minnesota?

How Does Probation Work In Minnesota?

Probation is an option in criminal cases in lieu of a jail sentence. While you might be thinking that probation is equivalent to a slap on the wrist, it isn’t a walk in the park, and screwing up while you’re on probation can lead…

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Baltimore Criminal Defense Lawyer…

Baltimore Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog

Covers Maryland laws on drug arrests, DUI and gun crimes. By the Herbst Firm.

http://www.baltimorecriminaldefenselawyerblog.com/

Sep 19
Ocean City Police Announce Prostitution Sting

Ocean City Police Announce Prostitution Sting

The Ocean City Police recently announced a large prostitution sting, which yielded multiple arrests of defendants from numerous states. All told twelve people were arrested on charges ranging from misdemeanor prostitution to felony possession…
Sep 12
What Can I Do If I Have An Arrest Warrant?

What Can I Do If I Have An Arrest Warrant?

Many people find out that there is a warrant for their arrest when it is too late to actually do something about it. For example if there is an active warrant and a police officer pulls you over for a traffic violation you will almost always…
Sep 5
When Will A DUI Suspend My License?

When Will A DUI Suspend My License?

The two main concerns for anyone that is arrested for DUI are typically going to jail and losing the ability to drive legally. We touched on the likelihood for jail sentences in a previous post, so in this post we will stick to a discussion…

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Boston Criminal Lawyer Blog

Covers topics such as felonies, violent crime, assault and battery, drug offenses, as well as wrongful convictions. By Altman & Altman.

http://www.bostoncriminallawyerblog.com/

Sep 18
Charged with Stalking in MA? – Here’s What you Need to Know.

Charged with Stalking in MA? – Here’s What you Need to Know.

Stalking and harassment crimes generally involve two people who know each other, often intimately. For this reason, when a person is facing charges for stalking or criminal harassment, he may have been unaware that his behavior had crossed…
Sep 14
Burglar Gets 327 Years for Home Invasions and Robberies Targeting Senior Citizen

Burglar Gets 327 Years for Home Invasions and Robberies Targeting Senior Citizen

A San Francisco burglar just received a 327-year sentence for wreaking havoc on the city’s elderly residents. In 2014, German Woods began his criminal spree of home invasions and robberies. The 60-year-old burglar targeted vulnerable…
Sep 12
Charged with Leaving the Scene of an Accident in MA?

Charged with Leaving the Scene of an Accident in MA?

Commonly referred to as “hit and run,” leaving the scene of an accident is a criminal offense in MA. As with most crimes, the penalties depend largely on the particulars of the case, the severity of the accident, and prior…

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Kirk Chavez

Focuses on the development of criminal law in New Mexico.

http://kirkchavez.blogspot.com/

Sep 17
From the Album: Chavez Sings Fischer!

From the Album: Chavez Sings Fischer!

First track: Byrne, Donald - Fischer, Robert James (1957)("I consider this to be my cover version of the greatest poem ever written, with some especially high notes. (If you don't believe me, check out stanza 17.) As always, a…
Sep 16
Everybody Is Warhol Now

Everybody Is Warhol Now

Fourth single off "A Darker Blues."everybody is warhol noweverybody is big shot noweverybody is instagram noweverybody is warhol noweverything is warhol noweverything is 24/7 noweverything is televised noweverything is warhol noweverybody is…
Sep 14
Morning Radio: 1959

Morning Radio: 1959

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Andrew Flusche, Virginia Lawyer

Covers Virginia drunk driving, reckless driving and speeding offenses.

http://www.andrewflusche.com/blog/

Sep 15
How to Pay Your Virginia Traffic Ticket Online

How to Pay Your Virginia Traffic Ticket Online

Looking to pay your Virginia traffic ticket online? If so, you may have already come across this page on the Virginia Judicial System website. Needless to say, the Commonwealth does exactly make the process intuitive. In an attempt to…
Aug 31
What You Need to Know About School Zones and Buse

What You Need to Know About School Zones and Buse

© marketing for Andrew Flusche, 2017. | Permalink | No comment | Add to del.icio.us Post tags: Feed enhanced by Better Feed from Ozh The post What You Need to Know About School Zones and Buses appeared first on Andrew Flusche.
Aug 14
Eluding the Police in Virginia – Is it a Felony?

Eluding the Police in Virginia – Is it a Felony?

Eluding the police is a crime in Virginia, but exactly what type of crime and what punishment you may be looking at will depend upon the specifics facts of your case. Eluding law Virginia law lays out the basic standard and punishments for…

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Michigan Criminal Defense Lawyer…

Michigan Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog

Covers Michigan drug crimes and drunk driving. By Attorney Jeffrey J. Randa.

http://www.michigancriminaldefenselawyerblog.com/

Sep 15
Michigan Driver’s License Clearance – Appealing a Denied Administrative Review

Michigan Driver’s License Clearance – Appealing a Denied Administrative Review

As a Michigan driver’s license restoration lawyer who handles a ton of out-of-state clearance cases, I want to use this article to look at how you can appeal after you’ve lost a “do-it-yourself” administrative review…
Sep 11
The 3 Rules of Michigan Criminal and DUI Cases: Location, Location, and Location

The 3 Rules of Michigan Criminal and DUI Cases: Location, Location, and Location

The location of your criminal or DUI case is one of the most important factors in determining how it will turn out, and what will (and will not) happen to you. As a local, greater Detroit-area criminal and DUI lawyer, the very first question…
Sep 8
Bond and Probation Violations for Alcohol and drug Testing in Michigan DUI Case

Bond and Probation Violations for Alcohol and drug Testing in Michigan DUI Case

In my role as a Michigan DUI lawyer who concentrates his drinking and driving practice in the Metro-Detroit area (meaning Macomb, Oakland and Wayne Counties), I have published hundreds of informational articles about every facet of the DUI…

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Southern California Defense Blog

Covers criminal defense law issues and topics. Published by Southern California criminal defense law corporation, Wallin & Klarich.

http://www.southerncaliforniadefenseblog.com/

Sep 13
California Could Copy Kentucky to Overhaul Bail System

California Could Copy Kentucky to Overhaul Bail System

After you are arrested, the court will typically assign bail. Bail is a monetary payment made by the defendant in order to be released from custody while the case is pending. The money is held by the court as a way to ensure the defendant…
Sep 13
What We Learned from the 2016 California State Crime Report

What We Learned from the 2016 California State Crime Report

The California Department of Justice recently released its annual report on crimes. For the year 2016, several notable trends were spotted. Here is a look at some of the important statistics in the report. Violent Crime Increased for the…
Aug 16
No Body, No Murder Conviction?

No Body, No Murder Conviction?

Dumped in a lake. Dissolved in acid. Fed to pigs. In movies and TV shows, murderers often find creative ways to dispose of one key piece of evidence: the victim’s body. In reality, disposing of the body may not prevent a murder…

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New York Criminal Defense Lawyer…

New York Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog

Covers criminal law. By Jeffrey Lichtman.

http://www.topnewyorkcriminalattorneysblog.com/

Sep 10
Law Offices of Jeffrey Lichtman Sues Mount Sinai St. Luke’s Hospital For Faxing Client’s HIV Diagnosis to His Workplace

Law Offices of Jeffrey Lichtman Sues Mount Sinai St. Luke’s Hospital For Faxing Client’s HIV Diagnosis to His Workplace

The Law Offices of Jeffrey Lichtman has sued Mount Sinai St. Luke’s Hospital for negligently faxing over our client’s HIV diagnosis – to his office’s fax machine at the Actors Equity Association, despite his previously…
Aug 20
Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman Denied Right to Counsel of His Choice

Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman Denied Right to Counsel of His Choice

Defense attorney Jeffrey Lichtman speaks with the media after a hearing in Brooklyn Federal Court regarding “El Chapo” Guzman on August 14, 2017 in New York. DON EMMERT/AFP/Getty Images The Sixth Amendment’s right to counsel…
Aug 9
Jeffrey Lichtman To Represent Joaquin Guzman (“El Chapo”)

Jeffrey Lichtman To Represent Joaquin Guzman (“El Chapo”)

Jeffrey Lichtman has been retained to represent Joaquin Guzman in connection with his upcoming federal narcotics trial in the Eastern District of New York. “Mr. Guzman has been subjected to the worst prison conditions I have ever seen…

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Environmental Crimes Blog

Covers environmental crimes and enforcement, from pre-trial to trial strategy. By Walter D. James III.

http://environmentalblog.typepad.com/environmental_crimes_blog/

Sep 6
Private Enforcement

Private Enforcement

Recently, the Environmental Integrity Project issued report that used a review of federal records to document a significant decline in environmental enforcement during the first six months of the Trump Administration. Is there a commitment to…
Aug 29
Third Party Payments and Supplemental Environmental Projects Under Scrutiny

Third Party Payments and Supplemental Environmental Projects Under Scrutiny

On June 5, 2017, Attorney General Jeff Sessions (“Sessions Memo”) issued his memorandum that stated that the USDOJ will no longer agree to settlements that include “payments” by a defendant to a third party…
Jul 7
The Status of the “Oops” Defense under the Endangered Species Act

The Status of the “Oops” Defense under the Endangered Species Act

The Endangered Species Act (“ESA”) makes it a crime to “knowingly” violate the statute. “Any person who knowingly violates any provision of this Act, of any permit or certificate issued hereunder, or of any…

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William T. Bly Blog

Covers Maine drunk driving and criminal defense topics.

http://www.williamblylaw.com/blog

Sep 5
Viral Video Shows Police Trying to Perform Illegal Search

Viral Video Shows Police Trying to Perform Illegal Search

A recent viral video from Utah shows a detective unjustifiably trying to perform a blood alcohol content (BAC) test on an unconscious driver and arresting the nurse that stood up for that drivers rights. The situation highlights the cavalier…
Aug 29
New Executive Order Gives Police Access to Military-Grade Weapon

New Executive Order Gives Police Access to Military-Grade Weapon

Back in 2015, then-President Obama signed an executive order banning or restricting the kinds of military-grade equipment that police forces could buy from the federal government. However, President Trump has signed a new order that…
Aug 25
When Police Can Cross Town Lines: The Fresh Pursuit Rule

When Police Can Cross Town Lines: The Fresh Pursuit Rule

Theres a common misconception that police officers from one town have absolutely no power in another town. The truth, though, is far more nuanced in Maine. To make matters worse and more complicated, different municipalities can provide more…

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Criminal Law & Defense Blog

Covers all aspects of criminal law in Arizona, including DUI, abuse and drug offenses. By The Law Offices of David Michael Cantor, P.C.

http://dmcantor.com/blog/

Aug 18
New Arizona Fireworks Bill and Business Self Regulation

New Arizona Fireworks Bill and Business Self Regulation

Rebuilding My Family in Recovery: Addiction Survivors Discuss Mending Fences After Finding Lasting Sobriety Photo credit: Pixabay The excruciating pain of addiction isn’t limited to the person who’s abusing substances —…
May 25
How Soon After I Suffer a Personal Injury Do I Have to File a Claim?

How Soon After I Suffer a Personal Injury Do I Have to File a Claim?

After going through an accident that ends up with injuries, the victim will never know the full extent of their damages until some time has passed after the accident. Even if a person believes that their injury was minor, they could suffer…
May 5
What Are the Top Five Mental Health Disorders That Are Misdiagnosed?

What Are the Top Five Mental Health Disorders That Are Misdiagnosed?

Many people might find it difficult to go seek help for a mental disorder that they may have. Obtaining a diagnosis is the first step in receiving treatment. Going to a physician’s office may be the first step, but not the last.…

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New York Criminal Defense

Provides New York criminal law updates and commentary. By Easton Thompson Kasperek.

http://newyorkcriminaldefense.blogspot.com/

Aug 8
Challenging the assumption that an innocent person would not plead guilty

Challenging the assumption that an innocent person would not plead guilty

I recently challenged on appeal the validity of my client’s guilty plea based on my client’s questionable mental capacity and ability to understand the plea bargaining process. Ignoring the import of my client’s diminished…
Jul 23
Discovery of Search Warrant

Discovery of Search Warrant

by Jill Paperno,Author of "Representing the Accused: A Practical Guide to Criminal Defense"Often prosecutors do not provide us with search warrants and related documents in our initial discovery packets. Although there is no particular…
May 28
Under SORA Guidelines, Grooming and Promoting a Relationship are Two Different Concept

Under SORA Guidelines, Grooming and Promoting a Relationship are Two Different Concept

byJill Paperno,Author of "Representing the Accused: A Practical Guide to Criminal Defense"During SORA hearings, our clients often face the claim that they established or promoted a relationship for the purpose of victimizing the complainant.…

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Changing the Court

A chronicle of how a group of planners and practitioners are attempting to change the Bronx court system's approach to low-level criminal offending. From the Center for Court Innovation.

http://changingthecourt.blogspot.com/

Jul 31
BCS Community Impact at Tremont Avenue

BCS Community Impact at Tremont Avenue

Last Friday, Bronx Community Solutions teamed up with Precinct 48 and Community Board #6 to host a special graffiti cleanup event along Tremont Avenue. The graffiti has been a serious concern for shop owners in the area, who were worried that…
Jul 25
BCS at Harmony Day

BCS at Harmony Day

by Caroline Yang, Summer InternAbove: BCS Clients and staff members helping clean up at Harmony DayToday the BCS Community Service team took a break from its usual routine, and brought clients to Van Cortlandt Park to help out with the NYPD's…
Jul 25
Punishment to Public Health Conference

Punishment to Public Health Conference

This post was written by BCS intake staff member Ramon Semorile.On June 8th and 9th I attended to the Punishment to Public Health (P2PH) Conference, a collaboration between John Jay College and the NYC Department of Health. The purpose of the…

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California Attorneys Representing…

California Attorneys Representing Licensed, Regulated And Other Professionals

Addresses issues faced by license professionals and regulated businesses in civil, business, administrative and criminal matters with an emphasis on health care. By Green & Associates.

http://greenandassociates.blogspot.com/

Jul 16
Southern California Physician Indicted For Illegally Prescribing Controlled Drugs Including to Out-of-State Residents Without an In-Person Physical Examination

Southern California Physician Indicted For Illegally Prescribing Controlled Drugs Including to Out-of-State Residents Without an In-Person Physical Examination

The investigations of physicians for prescribing scheduled drugs to patients including Oxycodone, Xanax, Soma and other medications continues. Last week on July 6, 2017, a physician Jeffrey Olsen D.O. was Indicted in the Central District of…
Jul 15
Indictment Filed Against Northern California Physician For 36 Counts of Unlawfully Distributing Oxycodone by Prescribing It "Outside the Course of Usual Professional Practice"

Indictment Filed Against Northern California Physician For 36 Counts of Unlawfully Distributing Oxycodone by Prescribing It "Outside the Course of Usual Professional Practice"

When it comes to prosecuting physicians for unlawful prescribing of opioids or scheduled drugs, federal authorities have more stringent laws and sentencing guidelines. Recently a physician was arrested last year by the San Francisco District…
Jul 12
CVS Pharmacy Inc. Pays $5 Million to Settle Alleged Violations of the Controlled Substance Act in Sacramento Federal Case

CVS Pharmacy Inc. Pays $5 Million to Settle Alleged Violations of the Controlled Substance Act in Sacramento Federal Case

As is the norm, national chain pharmacies get fines and compliance plans while small businesses get criminally prosecuted. A recent settlement between the Department of Justice and Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) with a…

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Arnold & Wadsworth Blog

Covers bankruptcy, family law, divorce, DUI, criminal defense and general litigation.

http://arnoldwadsworth.com/blog/

Jun 20
A Brief Introduction to Utah Deficiency Action

A Brief Introduction to Utah Deficiency Action

When a lender forecloses on a mortgage and sells the property, it sometimes happens that the sale price does not cover the entire mortgaged amount. For example, you owe the bank $250,000 but the home only sells for $200,000 at auction. The…
Jun 15
What You Need to Know About the Utah Driver’s License Appeal Process Following a DUI Arrest

What You Need to Know About the Utah Driver’s License Appeal Process Following a DUI Arrest

Millions of Americans rely on their driver’s license to legally drive to and from work, school, the grocery store, and other destinations. Losing it after a DUI arrest can be inconvenient at best, and life-changing at the worst. The DUI…
Jun 10
6 Illegal Bill Collection Tactics to Watch For

6 Illegal Bill Collection Tactics to Watch For

The phone is ringing again, but you don’t pick up because you’re pretty sure who it is: that collection agency that’s been chasing you for overdue credit card or loan payments. You offered to do a payment arrangement, but…

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The South Carolina Law Blawg

Covers family law, criminal defense, personal injury law, employment law, and business law in South Carolina. By Futeral & Nelson, LLC.

http://www.charlestonlaw.net/charleston-lawyers-blog/

May 9
Is South Carolina a Community Property State?

Is South Carolina a Community Property State?

Lawyers in Charleston, SC - Futeral and Nelson, LLC As family law attorneys in Charleston, SC, we've been asked whether South Carolina is a community property state. The short answer is "no." However, South Carolina is called an…
Apr 11
South Carolina Medical Records Statute & Law

South Carolina Medical Records Statute & Law

Lawyers in Charleston, SC - Futeral and Nelson, LLC As personal injury attorneys in Charleston, South Carolina, we order medical records and medical bills in just about every automobile accident or injury case we have. In this article,…
Mar 25
How to Get a Beginner’s Permit or Driver’s License in South Carolina

How to Get a Beginner’s Permit or Driver’s License in South Carolina

Lawyers in Charleston, SC - Futeral and Nelson, LLC One of the most exciting times of a teenager’s life is when he or she gets a driver’s license. This might also be one of the scariest times of a parent’s life! A teenager…

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