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Short Seller Andrew Left Seeks Dismissal of SEC Lawsuit Over Alleged Market Manipulation Claims

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Los Angeles – A notable figure in the financial sector, Andrew Left of Citron Capital, is seeking the dismissal of a lawsuit lodged by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which has charged him with deceiving investors through his social media engagements and profiting significantly from these actions. Left’s attorney, James Spertus, has submitted a legal filing challenging the allegations, claiming the SEC’s complaint does not articulate a viable fraud claim nor does it provide adequate factual support for its supposed fraud theory. The legal entanglements come after federal authorities, including the SEC and … Read more

Stellantis Sues UAW Amid Strike Threats, Claims Union Breached Bargaining Agreement

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Los Angeles – In a significant escalation in ongoing labor disputes, automaker Stellantis has initiated legal action against the United Auto Workers (UAW) amid rising tensions over the enforcement of their current bargaining agreement and related strike threats. Stellantis’ lawsuit, lodged on Thursday in the U.S. District Court Central District of California, alleges that the UAW orchestrated unwarranted grievances that could lead to strikes in violation of the existing no-strike clause within their collective bargaining framework. The dispute centers around the stipulations in Letter 311, a pivotal document from previous negotiations that allows Stellantis to … Read more

Jury Deliberations in Franklin County Sheriff’s Retrial Extend into Next Week Amidst Juror Discord

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NORTH HERO, Vt. — Deliberations in the retrial of Franklin County Sheriff John Grismore on a misdemeanor assault charge will continue into next week, following a day and a half of unresolved jury discussions. The charge stems from an incident where Grismore was accused of kicking a shackled inmate in 2022. The jury faced a stumbling block that led to the adjournment for the weekend. According to Judge Samuel Hoar, the deliberation was hampered by a juror who refused to adhere to legal instructions provided. This led to the judge’s stern admonition, cautioning that disregarding … Read more

Disbarred Attorney Admits to Tax Evasion Over $100 Million in Pennsylvania Court Case

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Philadelphia, PA — A former attorney has admitted to tax evasion, accepting guilt for failing to pay taxes on income surpassing $100 million, which he accrued during his legal practice. This admission came as part of a court proceeding held Wednesday in Pennsylvania, where the disbarred lawyer faced significant federal charges. The case, as described by authorities, outlines a deliberate omission by the attorney to pay federal income taxes over several years, contributing to substantial revenue losses for the government. The evasion was tied primarily to income allegedly hidden in various offshore accounts and expenditures … Read more