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Santa Clara County Issues Alert on New Jury Duty Phone Scam

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San Jose, CA — Officials in Santa Clara County are raising alarms over a rising scam targeting local residents with fraudulent jury duty threats. Authorities have identified a scheme where individuals receive calls from scammers pretending to be court officials. These scammers falsely accuse the recipients of failing to report for jury duty and then demand payment of a fine to avoid arrest. This deceptive tactic has been notably successful due to its exploitation of civic duty. Scammers often use official-seeming language and may even spoof caller ID systems to make it appear as if … Read more

Investor Alert: Lawsuit Filed Against Elanco Animal Health for Alleged Securities Law Violations

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New York — A prominent securities law firm, Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP, has filed a lawsuit against Elanco Animal Health Incorporated and some of its top executives alleging violations of federal securities laws. This legal action, initiated in the U.S. District Court of Maryland, addresses concerns within the financial community regarding the company’s recent disclosures. The lawsuit, officially noted as Barpar v. Elanco Animal Health Incorporated, et al., Case No. 24-cv-02912, claims misconduct under specific sections of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, reflecting the interests of stakeholders in Elanco’s securities. The focus of … Read more

Local Law Enforcement Impersonators Capitalize on Jury Duty Confusion with New Scam Alert

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Scammers are exploiting residents in Colorado Springs, Colorado, with a disturbing new tactic that impersonates local law enforcement officials. The scheme, which falsely accuses individuals of missing jury duty, aims to swindle victims out of their money under the guise of avoiding arrest. Authorities warn that the scammers typically contact victims via phone calls, asserting that they have failed to report for jury duty and are thus facing imminent arrest. To add a layer of legitimacy, they often misuse the names of actual law enforcement officers and local judges. Victims are urged to resolve the … Read more

Alaska Courts Issue Alert on Jury Duty Scams Amid New Wave of Summonses

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Anchorage, Alaska — In the coming weeks, approximately 8,000 Alaska residents will receive jury summonses from the state’s court system, accompanied by a cautionary note about potential scams. Anchorage Superior Court Judge Tom Matthews highlights a significant concern that scammers have been impersonating court officials, threatening legal consequences or demanding payments related to jury duty. This troubling issue persists as recipients prepare for their civil duties, with Matthews emphasizing the correct protocol of the court regarding jury notifications. Prospective jurors are typically contacted via email or, less commonly, through postal mail based on the information … Read more