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Foley Represents ORS Nasco, Portfolio Company of Wynnchurch Capital, in Acquisition of Techniweld
Foley & Lardner LLP served as legal advisor to ORS Nasco, a North American wholesaler of industrial MRO supplies and a portfolio company of Wynnchurch Capital, in its acquisition of Techniweld USA.
Dominican national sentenced for role in fentanyl trafficking conspiracy
A Dominican national residing in Lawrence has been sentenced for his involvement in a fentanyl trafficking conspiracy.
Attorney General warns against scams after severe weather in Michigan
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has issued a warning to residents about potential scams following severe weather that recently impacted the state.
Beaumont man sentenced for wire fraud involving local psychiatric practice
A Beaumont man has been sentenced to federal prison for fraud violations, according to Acting U.S. Attorney Abe McGlothin, Jr.
Repeat offender found guilty of federal child exploitation charges
A federal jury in Fort Pierce, Florida, has found Michael Gordon Douglas guilty of multiple child exploitation crimes.
Perry Hall man admits guilt in fentanyl distribution plot
Terrell Ridgley, a 34-year-old resident of Perry Hall, Maryland, has pleaded guilty to charges of possession with intent to distribute fentanyl.
South Florida gang members convicted on firearms and narcotics charges
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Florida, in collaboration with ATF Miami and the Broward Sheriff’s Office, has secured convictions and prison sentences for 18 members of South Florida street gangs.
Mexican national sentenced to prison for illegal reentry into U.S
A Mexican national has been sentenced to a total of 24 months in prison, followed by three years of supervised release, for illegally reentering the United States.
Puerto Rican man sentenced to over three decades for exploiting minors
On May 14, 2025, Efraín Pablo Cruz-González was sentenced by United States District Court Judge Silvia Carreño-Coll to 450 months in prison for child exploitation charges involving four female minors.
Dominican national sentenced under Alien Registration Act
A Dominican national residing in New Castle County, Delaware, has been sentenced to 30 days' probation for failing to notify the U.S. government of his change of address, as required by the Alien Registration Act.
Ethos Asset Management CEO sentenced for multimillion-dollar fraud scheme
Carlos Manuel da Silva Santos, the CEO of Ethos Asset Management, Inc., was sentenced to 87 months in prison for defrauding borrowers out of over $17 million. U.S. District Judge Robert S. Huie described his actions as “reprehensible.” Santos...
Centre County man convicted for role in drug trafficking organization
A Centre County jury has convicted Larry Brickhouse, 51, of State College, for his involvement in a drug trafficking organization based in State College.
Alabama man sentenced for hacking SEC's social media account
An Alabama man, Eric Council Jr., has been sentenced to 14 months in prison and three years of supervised release for his involvement in the unauthorized takeover of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) social media account on X,...
State attorneys general oppose federal ban on AI regulation
California Attorney General Rob Bonta, along with a coalition of 40 attorneys general, has voiced opposition to a proposed 10-year ban on state-level regulation of artificial intelligence (AI) and automated decision-making systems.
Justice Department settles litigation with Rare Breed Triggers
The Department of Justice has announced a settlement in the litigation between the federal government and Rare Breed Triggers.
Attorneys general oppose Congress' attempt to limit state enforcement on AI regulations
Today, Attorney General Jeff Jackson of North Carolina, along with 39 other attorneys general from both Republican and Democrat backgrounds, expressed opposition to a congressional move that would prevent states from enforcing laws related to...
Oregon AG applauds court decision blocking federal public health cuts
Attorney General Dan Rayfield has issued a statement following a court order that blocked cuts to public health funding.
St. Francis woman sentenced for assaulting juvenile with dangerous weapon
United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell has announced the sentencing of Viola Boneshirt, a resident of St. Francis, South Dakota, for assault with a dangerous weapon. U.S. District Judge Eric C. Schulte handed down the sentence on May 12, 2025.
Justice Department reports results from Operation Restore Justice in North Georgia
Between April 28 and May 1, 2025, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) conducted Operation Restore Justice.
Montgomery man sentenced to prison after high-speed chase and shooting incident
A Montgomery man has been sentenced to 15 years in prison following a federal conviction.