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Former President Trump’s Defense Lawyer Accuses Judge of Preferential Treatment, Potentially Challenging Verdict in Defamation Lawsuit

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NEW YORK, NY – A defense lawyer representing former US President Donald Trump has filed a letter in US District Court, arguing for the recusal of Judge Lewis Kaplan in a recent defamation lawsuit. The defense claims that Judge Kaplan displayed “preferential treatment” towards the lead counsel for author E. Jean Carroll, potentially casting doubt on the $83.3 million verdict awarded to Carroll. The defense attorney, Alina Habba, filed the letter after an unnamed source alleged in a New York Post article that Judge Kaplan had a previous close relationship with Carroll’s lead counsel, Roberta … Read more

Emmy Award-Winning Journalist Maria Stephanos Joins Prestigious Judging Panel for Massachusetts ProStart Invitational 2024

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Walpole, Massachusetts – Maria Stephanos, a well-known journalist and news anchor from Boston, will be making a special appearance as a guest judge at the 2024 Massachusetts ProStart Invitational on February 27th. The ProStart Invitational is an annual competition that brings together high school culinary and hospitality students to showcase their skills and passion for the industry. Stephanos, who has been a prominent figure in Boston’s news scene for many years, will be lending her expertise and knowledge to the participants as they compete in various culinary challenges. As a guest judge, she will have … Read more

Landmark Verdict: Sotheby’s Acquitted of Art Fraud Allegations in High-Profile Lawsuit

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NEW YORK (AP) — Sotheby’s, a renowned auction house, has been cleared of art fraud claims brought by a Russian oligarch, as confirmed by a New York jury. The verdict was reached on Tuesday, ending a contentious legal battle that shed light on the intricate world of high-stake art dealings. The case centered around claims made by Russian billionaire Dmitry Rybolovlev against Sotheby’s and its former employee, Swiss art dealer Yves Bouvier. Rybolovlev accused Bouvier of overcharging him in a series of art purchases, totaling nearly $1 billion. The Russian tycoon claimed that Bouvier, who … Read more

Wave of Fraudulent Claims Threaten Government’s Billion-Dollar Payout for Camp Lejeune Toxic Water Victims

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Jacksonville, North Carolina – The government’s plan to compensate victims of toxic water at Camp Lejeune is facing a significant challenge. Fraudulent claims are pouring in, threatening to disrupt or taint what could potentially become one of the largest mass tort cases ever. Mikal Watts, a Texas attorney whose firm represents 6,000 Camp Lejeune clients, revealed that their internal auditors have identified numerous bogus referrals from other law firms. These referrals, involving both Camp Lejeune and other cases, often rely on doctored medical records and fabricated reports of diseases or illnesses. Shockingly, some potential plaintiffs … Read more