Deceit

From Deceit to Justice: Alabama Immigrants Find Hope After Disbarred Lawyer’s Fraud

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — A Mexican grandmother, who first entered the United States as a small child, stands among a group of Alabamians who have fallen victim to the actions of a former attorney now disbarred and criminally convicted. This issue has led to a significant number of immigrants finding hope for legal status thanks to the efforts of a dedicated lawyer willing to help them navigate a complex legal system. Attorney Danny Upton has taken on the challenge of securing U visas for approximately 100 immigrants victimized by Douglas Cooner, the discredited lawyer. Cooner was … Read more

Daring Deceit: Delhi Duo and Lawyer Engineer Elaborate Death Hoax for ₹1 Crore Insurance Payout

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NEW DELHI, India — In what seemed to be a typical road mishap, a darker narrative emerged orchestrated by a man, his father, and a lawyer, deliberately plotting to cash-in Rs 1 crore from insurance by faking the younger man’s death. This complex fraud began on March 5, when local authorities at Najafgarh police station were notified of an accident involving a motorbike that supposedly claimed the life of 27-year-old Gagan. The audacious plan set in motion by Gagan, his father Satish, and an advocate named Manmohan, alias Pardeep, involved creating an illusion of a … Read more

Valor in the Shadows: The Heroic Stand of Sgt. Brian Wood and the Unraveling of a Lawyer’s Deceit

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London, UK – In a dramatic turn of events, Phil Shiner, a once-celebrated human rights lawyer, will face sentencing next week after admitting to three counts of fraud tied to legal aid claims. This development marks a significant milestone in what has been a contentious and storied legal saga involving accusations against British military personnel, including Colour Sergeant Brian Wood, who was honored with the Military Cross for bravery during combat operations in Iraq. Shiner, who had previously won accolades from human rights organizations, was found to have solicited fraudulent claims against soldiers, allegedly offering … Read more

Jury Deliberation Begins in Sen. Menendez’s High-Stakes Bribery Trial Featuring International Intrigue and Allegations of Domestic Deceit

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NEW YORK — Jurors are set to begin deliberations in the high-profile corruption trial of Sen. Bob Menendez, following weeks of testimony involving allegations of bribes including gold bars, cash, and luxury cars. The trial, held in Manhattan federal court, has captured public attention with its vivid narrative of financial dealings with Egyptian officials, Qatari investors, and the intimate involvement of Menendez’s now-wife, Nadine Arslanian. The crux of the case lies in determining whether Menendez, a New Jersey Democrat, corrupted his office by accepting bribes from three businessmen since 2018, as claimed by federal prosecutors. … Read more