Cases

Threat to Hong Kongers’ Right to Legal Counsel: Troubling Cases Highlight Erosion of Constitutional Safeguards

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HONG KONG (AP) — Recent developments in Hong Kong suggest that the right to access legal counsel is being eroded in the national security sector of the police force. The erosion of this important right, guaranteed by the Bill of Rights Ordinance and the Basic Law, is a cause for concern. According to Article 11 (2) (b) of the Bill of Rights Ordinance, individuals charged with a criminal offense have the right to adequate time and facilities for their defense and to communicate with their chosen counsel. Similarly, Article 35 of the Basic Law states … Read more

Prominent Twin Cities Lawyer Faces Suspension and Disbarment for Serious Misconduct Cases Spanning Over a Decade

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MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota – A prominent Twin Cities lawyer is facing possible disbarment after being suspended by the Minnesota Supreme Court for his alleged mishandling of cases over a span of more than a decade. Attorney Michael Padden, based in Lake Elmo, is accused of several serious violations, including advising a client in a criminal case to flee before sentencing and subsequently lying about it to a judge. The client was subsequently arrested, extradited, and spent three years in prison instead of the agreed upon six months. In addition to these allegations, Padden is also accused … Read more

High-Stakes Battle: Supreme Court Weighs Release of Liability for Purdue Pharma Founders in Ongoing Mass Tort Bankruptcy Cases

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Washington, D.C. – Mass tort bankruptcies faced significant difficulties in 2023, with the dismissal of two cases and the fate of two others hanging in the balance. A closely watched legal battle involving the Sacklers, founders of Purdue Pharma, reached the U.S. Supreme Court on December 4th. This case centered around the release of liability granted to the Sacklers as part of the pharmaceutical company’s $6 billion bankruptcy plan, which has raised concerns. The Supreme Court’s oral arguments held on December 4th showcased the growing scrutiny surrounding the Sacklers and their role in the opioid … Read more

Courageous Attorney Paul Holloway Takes on Tough Cases and Fights for Justice in Plainview

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PLAINVIEW, Texas – Paul Holloway, an attorney in Plainview, Texas, has been consistently recognized as the Best Attorney in the area, thanks to his unwavering courage and dedication to his profession. With over 30 years of experience in law, Holloway has faced numerous challenges, but it was his decision to start his private practice in a smaller town that truly tested his resilience. Originally from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Holloway moved his young family to Plainview from the bustling city of Houston. The move was prompted by the health issues of his second son, which made … Read more