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New York Law Journal

'Politics for Profit': Menendez Found Guilty on All Counts in Bribery Trial

The trial centered on the origin of valuables, including gold bars and cash, discovered by law enforcement officials around the New Jersey home of the senator and his wife.
4 minute read

New York Law Journal

Menendez Jury Adjourns Second Day of Deliberations With No Verdict

The panel had multiple questions on Monday, including if unanimity was required to acquit a defendant "on a single count."
3 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Eckert Seamans' $45M Settlement Over Ponzi Scheme Entanglement in Doubt After SCOTUS Scraps Purdue Pharma Deal

"The Supreme Court in Harrington made it clear that federal courts can no longer 'look the other way' and issue such free passes to mass tortfeasors such as Eckert who refuse to place their assets on the settlement negotiation table," argued attorney George Bochetto.
6 minute read

New York Law Journal

'Fraud in the Inducement': Is It 'Right To Control' by Another Name, Or Is It Wire Fraud?

A discussion of the Supreme Court's recent granting of certiorari in 'Kousisis v. United States,' involving the fraudulent inducement theory of mail and wire fraud.
8 minute read

New York Law Journal

'Tainted': Trump Lawyers Urge Manhattan Judge to Toss Guilty Verdict in Wake of SCOTUS Decision

In a 55-page filing made public Thursday, defense attorneys Todd Blanche and Emil Bove argued that the jury heard "deeply prejudicial" evidence from Trump's time in the White House.
3 minute read

New York Law Journal

SEC v. Crypto: With the Battle Lines Drawn, Who Has the Advantage?

In the past year, a number of courts have issued significant rulings in the SEC's high-profile crypto enforcement actions. Far from bringing the necessary regulatory clarity the crypto industry has been seeking, these rulings have been inconsistent and have left even more open questions. Both the SEC and the industry now have ammunition for their respective legal positions, but who has the better argument?
14 minute read

New York Law Journal

Covington, Boies and Thompson Hine All Recruit Partners From US Attorney Offices

Some former prosecutors said they anticipate the government to pursue cases in national security matters, artificial intelligence, anti-corruption and financial fraud in the coming months.
4 minute read

Daily Business Review

'Snyder' Decision Re-Emphasizes Supreme Court's Federalism Concerns in Federal Prosecutions

The U.S. Supreme Court decided that issue in Snyder v. United States, holding that Section 666 only criminalizes bribes, and not the acceptance of gratuities, by state and local officials. This decision further narrows the power of federal prosecutors to pursue corruption cases.
5 minute read

New York Law Journal

An Unpredictable Journey: What Companies Should Know Before Self-Disclosing to DOJ

In recent years, the DOJ has been beating the self-disclosure drum with a series of policies designed to encourage and reward corporate self-disclosure of misconduct. Yet, these policies also make clear that self-disclosure alone does not beget a declination.
8 minute read

National Law Journal

Convicted Ex-Prosecutor May Still Practice Law, for Now, Says Divided Md. High Court

The decision means Marilyn J. Mosby may remain an active attorney as she appeals her federal convictions. But a dissenting justice said she "presents an unacceptable risk of harm to the public" if she's allowed to practice law.
2 minute read

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