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Philadelphia man sentenced for drug trafficking offenses
Roosevelt Smith, a 27-year-old from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has been sentenced to 58 months in prison followed by five years of supervised release.
Houston teacher sentenced for possessing child abuse material
A Houston resident has been sentenced to prison for distribution and possession of child pornography, as announced by U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani.
Jacksonville man pleads guilty to producing child sex abuse material
Kevin John Merritt, a 63-year-old from Jacksonville, has pleaded guilty to producing videos and photos depicting the sexual abuse of a child.
Court denies Target's motion in shareholder lawsuit over Pride campaign
The U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida has rejected Target Corporation's request to dismiss a shareholder derivative lawsuit filed by America First Legal (AFL) and co-counsel Boyden Gray PLLC and Lawson Huck Gonzalez PLLC.
US files lawsuit against OKC lab over alleged false Medicare claims
The United States and the State of Oklahoma have initiated legal proceedings against Coordinated Care Health Solutions, LLC, operating as HunterCare Coordinated Care Health Solutions (CCHS), and its laboratory director, Eric P. Wallis, Ph.D. The...
Former hospital worker sentenced for extensive child pornography offenses
A former employee of Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Ryan Ramos, has been sentenced to 210 months in prison for crimes related to child pornography.
Convicted felon receives prison sentence for illegal firearm possession
A convicted felon from Center Point, Alabama, has been sentenced to 42 months in prison for illegally possessing firearms.
Fentanyl distributor sentenced to decade-long imprisonment
Bowling Green, KY – A Bowling Green man has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for his involvement in a fentanyl distribution case. U.S. Attorney Michael A. Bennett of the Western District of Kentucky announced the sentencing alongside...
Shreveport man pleads guilty to firearm trafficking charges
United States Attorney Brandon B. Brown has announced that Dwayne Ronquillo, a 52-year-old Shreveport man, has pleaded guilty to trafficking firearms.
Attorney General Moody challenges Biden's student loan forgiveness plan
Attorney General Ashley Moody, alongside 22 other attorneys general, is challenging the Biden administration's latest attempt to implement student loan debt forgiveness.
Two individuals indicted on sex trafficking charges involving a minor
The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania has announced charges against Craig Coins, Jr., 30, and Aubreanna Odendahl, 26, both from Mississippi.
Justice department finds civil rights violations by Memphis police
Following an extensive investigation, the Justice Department has revealed that the Memphis Police Department (MPD) and City of Memphis have engaged in practices violating the U.S. Constitution and federal law.
California Attorney General issues updated guidance on immigrant rights protection
In response to threats of mass arrests, detentions, and deportations by the incoming Trump administration, California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued updated policy models and recommendations for public institutions.
Naturalization ceremonies in Fargo to welcome new citizens on December 17
The United States District Court for the District of North Dakota has scheduled two naturalization ceremonies in Fargo on December 17, 2024.
Five charged for drug trafficking conspiracy involving methamphetamine and fentanyl
A federal grand jury in Florence has indicted five individuals on charges related to drug trafficking.
Reed Smith remembers global corporate partner Gary Walker
Reed Smith is saddened to announce the passing of global corporate partner Gary Walker.
Elections Matter: The Anticipated Impact of the 2024 Election on Labor and Employment Laws in the DMV on December 5, 2024
The Virginia Employment Law Fall Mini-Series presents a post-election webinar exploring the effects of the incoming Trump administration and how it will likely impact federal, state and local activities, as well as labor and employment laws in the DMV.
Sellersburg man sentenced to fifteen years for drug trafficking and gun offenses
Todd Nance, a 40-year-old resident of Sellersburg, has been sentenced to fifteen years in federal prison followed by five years of supervised release.
Daniel Forrester reflects on election as chancellor for Tennessee's 7th Judicial District
Chancellor Daniel Forrester was elected to the 7th Judicial District Chancery Court in August 2024, achieving a significant milestone in his legal career.
Former Illinois officer pleads guilty to assaulting handcuffed man
A former police officer from Venice, Illinois, admitted to assaulting a handcuffed man after a police chase.