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Trailblazing Oakland Attorney Dan Siegel, Catalyst of Civil Rights Activism, Passes at 79

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OAKLAND, Calif. — Dan Siegel, a prominent civil rights attorney and a key figure in Berkeley’s activism history, passed away on July 2 after battling cancer. He was 79 years old. Siegel was a central player during the landmark “Bloody Thursday” protest at People’s Park in 1969, where he famously rallied thousands of demonstrators to reclaim the park, an event that resulted in tragic clashes with law enforcement. Growing up in a working-class family in The Bronx, New York, Siegel’s path to activism began early, shaped by a diverse upbringing. He later attended Hamilton College, … Read more

Controversial Attorney Race in Florida Sparks Debate Over Campaign Conduct Standards Ahead of 2026 Elections

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Fort Myers, Florida — The fallout from a highly contentious 2018 State Attorney race could influence how lawyers campaign for office in Florida’s upcoming 2026 elections. In the aftermath of a bitter Republican primary, former candidate Chris Crowley has faced consequences from the Florida Bar concerning his conduct during the campaign. Crowley, who lost the primary to Amira Fox, was accused of making “humiliating and disparaging” remarks about his opponent’s qualifications and heritage, pushing the Bar to take action. During the campaign, Crowley aggressively criticized Fox, who was the Chief Assistant State Attorney at the … Read more

Disbarred Florida Attorney Sentenced to 33 Months for Misappropriating Client Funds

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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — A former attorney from Florida has been sentenced to 33 months in federal prison after admitting to embezzling funds from clients. The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida handed down the sentence to the disbarred lawyer who misappropriated over $300,000 intended for clients. The lawyer, whose legal license was revoked in 2018, utilized trust accounts meant for client funds to finance personal expenses, including luxury travel and other indulgences. Prosecutors revealed that the accused often provided fraudulent accounting statements to clients, misleading them about the status of their … Read more

State Investigators Accuse MEDC Attorney of Evidence Concealment in Ongoing Inquiry

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City of Detroit, Michigan — Allegations have surfaced that a lawyer for the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) engaged in efforts to hide evidence, raising concerns about judicial transparency and accountability in state agencies. Investigators from the state are probing the actions of this attorney, suggesting a potential breach of legal and ethical standards. The investigation into the MEDC lawyer centers around claims that evidence relevant to ongoing legal proceedings may have been deliberately concealed. This development has drawn scrutiny not only from state authorities but also from the public, which increasingly demands integrity within … Read more