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Third Grand Jury Declines to Indict DC Woman Accused of Assaulting ICE Agent During Arrest

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Washington, D.C. — A third grand jury has determined that a Washington, D.C. woman will not face charges for allegedly assaulting an immigration agent during a detention operation. This decision adds to the ongoing debate surrounding the role of law enforcement in immigration enforcement and the rights of individuals during encounters with federal agents. The incident reportedly took place in February 2020, when the woman, identified as Tanya L. Jones, was accused of physically confronting an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer as agents attempted to detain a family member. Jones allegedly resisted the agents’ … Read more

Mother of Murdered Teen Fights for Justice, Files New Lawsuit for $700 Million Award Against Killer and Associates

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Georgetown, South Carolina — Dawn Marie Pleckan, mother of the late Brittanee Drexel, is pursuing additional legal action in an ongoing effort to claim part of the $700 million jury award she received after a significant court verdict in February. This latest lawsuit targets Raymond Moody, who is currently serving a life sentence for the kidnapping, rape, and murder of 17-year-old Drexel at the Pole Yard boat landing back in 2009. Pleckan’s initial lawsuit against Moody resulted in a staggering award that includes $200 million in actual damages and $500 million in punitive damages for … Read more

Hudson Valley Powerhouse FKC&S Celebrates Trio of Partners Honored in Prestigious Legal Rankings

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Fishkill, NY — Feldman, Kleidman, Collins & Sappe LLP, a prominent law firm in the Hudson Valley, has recently announced that three of its partners have received notable recognition in the 32nd edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. Partners Jeffrey M. Feldman, Robert R. Sappe, and Kathryn C. Collins have been honored for their expertise in Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants, with Feldman also recognized for Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants. Feldman expressed pride in this achievement, highlighting the strength of their team and their commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes for clients. “This recognition … Read more

Milwaukee Judge’s Legal Troubles Deepen as Federal Court Rejects Immunity in Immigrant Case

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Milwaukee, Wis. — Judge Hannah Dugan is moving closer to facing trial over allegations that she aided a wanted undocumented immigrant escape from her courtroom. A federal judge has rejected a motion to dismiss the charges against her, marking a significant step in the ongoing legal proceedings. The ruling came Tuesday from U.S. District Judge Lynn Adelman, who dismissed Dugan’s claim of immunity based on her position as a county judge. In his decision, Adelman emphasized that the nature of the allegations does not exempt her from prosecution. He referenced other cases involving judicial misconduct … Read more