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Thursday, January 9, 2025

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Owner sentenced for defrauding Medicare with false billing at addiction centers

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The owner of a former addiction treatment chain in Rhode Island has been sentenced to over eight years in federal prison for defrauding Medicare, Medicaid, and other health insurers.

Angi Services settles $2.95M for misleading wage claims

By Legal Newsline |
New York Attorney General Letitia James and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) have reached a $2.95 million settlement with Angi Services, the operator of Handy Technologies.

Campaign treasurer pleads guilty in scheme against NYC Campaign Finance Board

By Legal Newsline |
Earlier today, Erlene King admitted guilt in a federal court in Brooklyn for wire fraud related to an attempt to defraud New York City’s Campaign Finance Board (CFB).

Robin J. Houwman reappointed presiding judge for South Dakota's second judicial circuit

By Legal Newsline |
Chief Justice Steven R. Jensen has announced the reappointment of Judge Robin J. Houwman as Presiding Judge for the Second Judicial Circuit in South Dakota.

California AG amends lawsuit against RealPage over alleged rent price manipulation

By Legal Newsline |
California Attorney General Rob Bonta, in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Justice and a bipartisan coalition of ten attorneys general, has filed an amended complaint against RealPage and several major property management companies.

Batesburg-Leesville woman sentenced for wire fraud against Lowe's

By Legal Newsline |
Julia Renae Mullinax, a 43-year-old resident of Batesburg-Leesville, has been sentenced to 13 months in federal prison following her guilty plea to conspiracy to commit wire fraud.

Laconia man pleads guilty to drug distribution and illegal firearm possession

By Legal Newsline |
A Laconia man has entered a guilty plea in federal court related to methamphetamine distribution and firearm possession as a prohibited individual, according to Attorney Jane E. Young.

Former athlete receives 20-year sentence for firearm offenses

By Legal Newsline |
A former track athlete has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for firearms offenses. U.S. District Court Judge David S. Leibowitz imposed a 240-month sentence on Olivier Ricardy Alexandre, who pled guilty to possession of ammunition by a...

Massachusetts man sentenced for role in New Hampshire drug trafficking operation

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A Massachusetts man has been sentenced in federal court for his involvement in a drug trafficking organization that operated between Massachusetts and New Hampshire. U.S. Attorney Jane E. Young announced that Osvaldo Soto Jimenez, 30, received a...

Pittsburgh man admits guilt in cocaine trafficking case

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A Pittsburgh resident has entered a guilty plea in federal court for possession with intent to distribute more than 500 grams of cocaine, as announced by United States Attorney Eric G. Olshan.

Pawtucket man receives federal sentence for child pornography possession

By Legal Newsline |
A Pawtucket man has been sentenced to three years in federal prison for possessing child pornography.

Essex Junction man charged with multiple counts of child sexual abuse

By Legal Newsline |
Edward Andersen, a 49-year-old resident of Essex Junction, Vermont, was arraigned on several serious charges related to child sexual abuse.

Deadly Force Review Panel Report- Alton May 26, 2023

By Legal News Line |
As required by 5 M.R.S. § 200-K, the Maine Deadly Force Review Panel submits the following report of the use of deadly force incident in Alton on May 26, 2023, involving Corporal Blaine Silk of the State Police, which resulted in injury to Djvan A. Carter, age 46.

Judge Christina Klinger reappointed as presiding judge of sixth judicial circuit

By Legal Newsline |
Chief Justice Steven R. Jensen has announced the reappointment of Judge Christina Klinger as the Presiding Judge for the Sixth Judicial Circuit in South Dakota.

Charlotte man convicted for armed robbery at Bank of America branch

By Legal Newsline |
A jury in Charlotte has found Kendall Charles Alexander, Sr., 60, guilty of armed robbery of a Bank of America branch.

Phillip A.Talberts resignation announcement highlights significant achievements tenure leadership

By Legal Newsline |
U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert has announced his resignation, effective at midnight on January 11, 2025.

Richland County man receives over six years for illegal firearm possession

By Legal Newsline |
Joseph Nayquan Kelly, a 30-year-old resident of Eastover, South Carolina, has been sentenced to over six years in federal prison for unlawful firearm possession.

Attorney General Wilson challenges ABA over proposed law school admission standards

By Legal Newsline |
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has expressed opposition to proposed changes in the American Bar Association's (ABA) admission standards for law schools.

Judge Robert Gusinsky reappointed as presiding judge for seventh judicial circuit

By Legal Newsline |
Chief Justice Steven R. Jensen has announced the reappointment of Judge Robert Gusinsky as the Presiding Judge for the Seventh Judicial Circuit.

Judge Gregg C. Magera reappointed presiding judge of Fifth Judicial Circuit

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Chief Justice Steven R. Jensen has announced the reappointment of Judge Gregg C. Magera as the Presiding Judge for the Fifth Judicial Circuit.