Attorney

Incomplete Video Sparks Controversy in West Asheville Pedestrian Murder Case, Says Defense Attorney

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ASHEVILLE, N.C. – A defense attorney claims that a video capturing an alleged pedestrian murder in West Asheville does not present the “full context.” The attorney argues that the video footage, which has gone viral, may not accurately depict the events leading up to the incident. According to the attorney, the video shows a man confronting another person in the street before what appears to be a fatal altercation. However, the defense argues that the video does not show the entire confrontation, leading to a potentially biased understanding of the situation. The incident took place … Read more

Florida Attorney Sentenced to 8 Years in Prison for $10M Tax Fraud Scheme, Funding a Lavish Lifestyle

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DAVIE, Florida – A Florida attorney has been sentenced to eight years in prison for his involvement in a $10 million tax evasion conspiracy. Michael L. Meyer, based in Davie, pleaded guilty to the charges earlier this year. The case revolved around a fraudulent tax shelter scheme that aimed to assist high-income clients in minimizing their tax liabilities through the use of fabricated charitable deductions. According to the Department of Justice, Meyer personally profited over $10 million from the illegal scheme. With this newfound wealth, he indulged in an extravagant lifestyle, acquiring luxury vehicles such … Read more

Former Attorney Accused of Stealing Millions from Elderly Clients Living Luxurious Lifestyle

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New York City – A Brooklyn attorney has been arrested and charged with embezzling a large sum of money from his elderly clients. The suspect, identified as Strazzullo, is accused of betraying the trust of senior citizens who relied on him to manage their finances. Brooklyn District Attorney Gonzalez stated that Strazzullo’s alleged actions violated his ethical duty as a lawyer and demonstrated a complete disregard for the law. The authorities are determined to hold him accountable for his alleged crimes. According to investigators, Strazzullo’s embezzlement scheme allowed him to lead a lavish lifestyle filled … Read more

Federal Judge Warns Providence Attorney of Scrutiny Over Billing Practices in Court Ruling

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Boston, MA – A Providence attorney has been put on notice by a federal judge that his billing records will be closely examined in the future. The judge, Allison D. Burroughs, made this warning after awarding plaintiff Jose Gomes Ferreira Vaz half of the attorneys’ fees he had requested as the prevailing party in his appeal against the Social Security Administration’s denial of his disability benefits claim. Judge Burroughs expressed concerns over the billing practices at Green & Greenberg, the law firm representing Vaz. The government had opposed the award of attorneys’ fees, citing issues … Read more