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Maine Supreme Judicial Court seeks feedback on appellate procedure amendments
The Maine Supreme Judicial Court has issued an invitation for comments on proposed amendments to the Maine Rules of Appellate Procedure. The proposed changes aim to clarify procedures for motions for reconsideration of procedural orders and final decisions, as well as require sequential page numbering in briefs and appendices using Arabic numerals. This will ensure that the page numbers on a brief or appendix correlate with the page numbers in the PDF version of the same document.
8th Circuit affirms district court ruling in Jacam Chemical Co. case
The United States Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit has upheld the district court's decision in the case of Jacam Chemical Co. 2013, LLC v. Arthur Shepard, Jr., as per U.S. Court of Appeals Case No: 23-1193 and Case No: 23-1289.
New York man sentenced in decade-old Vermont heroin case
The Office of the Attorney General announced that Brooklyn, New York resident Maleek S. Drummond, 43, was sentenced today in Vermont Superior Court, Addison County, Criminal Division. Drummond pleaded guilty to a felony charge of possession of two grams or more of heroin. Judge John W. Valente presided over the case and sentenced Drummond according to the plea agreement made by both parties. The sentence is set for 10 to 11 months of incarceration.
Attorney General highlights importance of hearing health during National Speech-Language-Hearing Month
In recognition of National Speech-Language-Hearing Month, Virginia's Attorney General Jason Miyares has emphasized the significance of regular hearing tests and provided advice for individuals contemplating the acquisition of a hearing aid. The importance of these actions stems from research indicating that untreated hearing loss can negatively affect various aspects of an individual's health and well-being.
Sheffield resident receives probation for child sexual abuse material possession
The Attorney General’s Office announced that Benjamin Mallery, 32, of Sheffield, Vermont, was sentenced yesterday in Vermont Superior Court, Caledonia Criminal Division. Mallery had pleaded guilty to one felony count of Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Materials. The presiding judge, Michael Kainen, sentenced the defendant on May 16, 2024. By agreement, the sentence included 18 months to 5 years in jail all suspended with a 10-year term of probation.
Richmond man pleads guilty to armed robbery at convenience store
RICHMOND, Va. – A Richmond man pleaded guilty today after discharging a firearm during an armed robbery at a convenience store. According to court documents, on July 3, 2023, Darryl Nathaniel Cole, 59, entered a 7-Eleven on Mechanicsville Turnpike and attempted to purchase tobacco products. When another customer entered the store, Cole briefly left and returned minutes later.
Muscle Shoals man indicted for multiple property crimes: Alabama Attorney General
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has announced the indictment of a Muscle Shoals man, Gregory Clay Kirk, in a case involving multiple property crimes. Kirk was arrested and booked into the Madison County Jail on Thursday with his bond set at $475,000.
Ohio's job market cools down amid rising unemployment: Buckeye Institute
Rea S. Hederman Jr., executive director of the Economic Research Center and vice president of policy at The Buckeye Institute, has shared his insights on the latest jobs report from the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services.
Puerto Rico legislator sentenced for theft, bribery, and kickback scheme
María Milagros Charbonier-Laureano, a member of the Puerto Rico House of Representatives, and her husband, Orlando Montes-Rivera, were sentenced today for their involvement in a multi-year theft, bribery, and kickback conspiracy scheme. The couple was found guilty of fraudulently inflating the salary of a legislative assistant in exchange for a portion of the inflated salary.
Maine Supreme Judicial Court seeks feedback on bar admission rule amendment
The Maine Supreme Judicial Court is seeking public feedback on a proposed amendment to Rule 9(c)(2) of the Maine Bar Admission Rules. The proposed amendment aims to formalize the procedures of the Board of Bar Examiners for interviewing an applicant as part of an investigation into the applicant's character and fitness.
Virginia AG announces top leadership appointments effective June 1
Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares announced several key leadership appointments within the Office of the Attorney General today. These changes will be effective from June 1.
Massachusetts home builder pleads guilty to tax conspiracy
A former Massachusetts home builder, Kent Pecoy, pleaded guilty to conspiring to defraud the United States and creating false documents to aid a client in obtaining a mortgage. Pecoy was the owner and operator of Kent Pecoy & Sons, Construction Inc., a commercial and luxury home construction company based in West Springfield.
Two Chinese nationals charged for $73M cryptocurrency scam
An indictment was unsealed in the Central District of California, charging two Chinese nationals with leading roles in a scheme to launder proceeds from cryptocurrency investment scams. The individuals involved are Daren Li, 41, a dual citizen of China and St. Kitts and Nevis, and Yicheng Zhang, 38, a Chinese national residing in Temple City, California.
New York man sentenced in $1.9M baby formula fraud scheme
A man from New York has been sentenced to two years and nine months in prison for his involvement in a fraudulent scheme involving specialty baby formula. Vladislav Kotlyar, 45, of Staten Island, was also ordered to pay approximately $738,000 in restitution and forfeit around $1 million.
Attorney General disbands drug trafficking network in Pennsylvania counties
Attorney General Michelle Henry has announced that the 51st Statewide Investigating Grand Jury recommended charges against 13 individuals in connection with a drug and gun trafficking ring based in Erie and Crawford counties. The arrest operation commenced last week, with the alleged ringleader, 25-year-old Quran Lindsey-Cooley, being taken into custody on numerous charges including corrupt organizations, felony drugs and firearms offenses, among others.
David DePape sentenced to 360 months for assault and attempted kidnapping
David DePape, a 44-year-old resident of Richmond, California, was sentenced to 360 months in prison and five years of supervised release today. This sentence follows his conviction on charges of assault and attempted kidnapping related to an incident that occurred on October 28, 2022. On this date, DePape trespassed into the home of Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi and her husband, Paul Pelosi.
Warwick man faces charges for soliciting a minor
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced that a Warwick man has been charged in Kent County Superior Court with solicitation of a minor following his arrest by the Rhode Island State Police. The charges were brought against Cesar Garcia, 45, on May 8, 2024, by the Office of the Attorney General.
Two New Nebraska Attorneys Join MVP Law
MVP Law is excited to welcome two new Workers’ Compensation attorneys to the firm: Abigail Wenninghoff and Nora McHenry!
Lawdragon Recognizes Three Morgan Lewis Partners in Leading Immigration Lawyers Guide
Three Morgan Lewis partners have been named in The 2024 Lawdragon 100 Leading Immigration Lawyers guide.
Arizona Legislature sues Environmental Protection Agency over new rules pushing switch to electric vehicles
The Arizona Legislature has filed suit against the Environmental Protection Agency, after the group issued pollution emissions standards for heavy-duty vehicles that will require a speedy, costly transition to electric-powered vehicles and potentially tax the state’s power grid.