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Federal Judge Pauses NYC Mayor Eric Adams’ Corruption Trial, Appoints Ex-Solicitor General for Legal Guidance on Charge Dismissal

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New York, NY – A U.S. federal judge on Friday put a hold on the corruption trial of New York City Mayor Eric Adams, delaying any decision on the Justice Department’s contentious bid to dismiss charges until mid-March at the earliest. The judge also appointed a former U.S. solicitor general as counsel to assess the government’s request, which some critics argue may be politically motivated due to its timing near Adams’ re-election campaign. Mayor Adams, indicted in September, is accused of accepting over $100,000 in illegal campaign contributions and travel benefits from foreign and local … Read more

Newmont Corporation Investors Urged to Join Securities Fraud Lawsuit Following Stock Plunge; Levi & Korsinsky Lead Charge Before April Deadline

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New York, NY – A class action lawsuit has been initiated by Levi & Korsinsky, LLP against Newmont Corporation, a prominent player in the mining sector, alleging securities fraud damaging to investors. The legal challenge, aimed at addressing financial losses faced by Newmont’s stakeholders, covers a period from February 22, 2024, to October 23, 2024. The complexities of the lawsuit surface following a significant announcement by Newmont on October 23, 2024, where the company reported disappointing financial results for the third quarter of the year. Alongside lower-than-expected earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA), … Read more

Jury Convicts Driver on Lesser Charge in Tragic Death of Father

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Oklahoma City, OK — In a recent decision, an Oklahoma jury convicted a man on a lesser charge in the hit-and-run death of a local father, the outcome falling short of the harsher penalties prosecutors had sought. The defendant, who had faced possible charges of manslaughter, was found guilty of a lesser count that still held him responsible for the fatal incident. The case stirred considerable emotion within the community and drew attention to issues of road safety and pedestrian rights. The victim, a father of two, was fatally struck last year while crossing a … Read more

Arnold & Porter Maintains Elite Tier 1 Rankings in Environmental and Energy Law, Leading The Charge in Climate Change Litigation

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WASHINGTON — Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP celebrated its sustained excellence in several key legal arenas, according to the newly released rankings from Legal 500 USA. The prestigious law firm has once again been distinguished with top-tier rankings in multiple practice areas including environmental regulation and litigation, as well as product liability and mass tort defense related to toxic torts. The firm’s environmental practices have garnered exceptional recognition, with its Litigation group being lauded for its comprehensive expertise across the United States. Handling a diverse range of cases involving climate change, air and water … Read more