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Mark Geragos Cleared of Liability in Avenatti Case, Jury Awards $100K in Damages Without Legal Basis

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LOS ANGELES — A ruling issued this week by a Superior Court judge has cleared attorney Mark Geragos of liability in a malpractice lawsuit stemming from his association with Michael Avenatti and a controversial Nike extortion case. The jury found that while Avenatti’s former client, Gary Franklin, was entitled to $100,000 in damages, they did not establish that Geragos was at fault or that his actions caused Franklin’s alleged harm. Franklin had sought millions in damages from Geragos, arguing that the attorney’s involvement in negotiations with Nike in 2019 contributed to Avenatti’s federal convictions for … Read more

Mark Yohalem Recognized as a Leading Legal Talent in Daily Journal’s 2025 ‘Top 100 Lawyers’

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San Francisco, Calif. — Mark Yohalem, a distinguished attorney at the law firm Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, has been recognized as one of the “Top 100 Lawyers” by the Daily Journal for 2025. This accolade highlights his significant contributions to the legal field, particularly in technology and corporate law. With over 15 years of experience, Yohalem has established a reputation for his adept handling of complex litigation and advisory matters. His expertise lies in navigating the intricate landscape of intellectual property, technology transactions, and corporate governance. His clients, which range from startups to established … Read more

Local Man Faces Serious Charges After Allegedly Stalking and Assaulting 79-Year-Old Woman

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DEERFIELD TOWNSHIP, Ohio — A 30-year-old man has been indicted on multiple charges, including stalking and sexual assault, following an alarming incident involving a 79-year-old woman. Zachary Dickinson was brought before a judge on Wednesday to address the allegations that emerged from an event on August 21. According to investigators from the Warren County Sheriff’s Office, Dickinson allegedly followed the victim home from a local Walmart and assaulted her in her driveway while she was unloading groceries. Detectives arrested him the day after the incident, based on police body camera footage that recorded their approach … Read more

"Jury Deliberates Fate of Man Accused in Fatal Home Invasion: A Mother’s Tragedy and the Dark Side of Gun Trafficking"

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NORRISTOWN, Pa. — A jury is currently deliberating the fate of a 27-year-old man accused of being involved in a violent home invasion that left one woman paralyzed and her son dead. Jeremy Fuentes faces multiple charges, including second-degree murder, conspiracy to commit robbery, and conspiracy to commit burglary in connection with the incident that occurred early on December 8, 2024. During proceedings at Montgomery County Court on Wednesday, Fuentes remained expressionless as the jury, made up of seven men and five women, began their discussions after hearing closing arguments from both the prosecution and … Read more