Exploitation

Championing Elder Rights: Minnesota Attorney Fights Against Exploitation

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BLOOMINGTON, Minn. — A local attorney is taking a stand against the growing issue of elder exploitation, aiming to protect the most vulnerable members of society. With an increase in financial scams targeting seniors, legal experts are emphasizing the importance of vigilance and proactive measures to safeguard the welfare of older adults. This attorney has dedicated their practice to identifying and addressing various forms of elder abuse, utilizing their extensive knowledge of financial law and elder rights. By providing legal services tailored specifically for elders, the attorney seeks to empower seniors to stand against exploitation. … Read more

New Jersey Strengthens Protections for Addiction Recovery: Landmark Laws Combat Exploitation and Foster Healing

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TRENTON, N.J. — New legislation in New Jersey aims to combat abuses in the addiction recovery sector, marking a significant step towards enhancing accountability and transparency in treatment facilities. Lawmakers are responding to long-standing concerns about deceptive practices that have plagued the industry, affecting countless individuals seeking help. The new laws, which have garnered bipartisan support, focus on various aspects of addiction recovery services. They seek to ensure that treatment facilities operate ethically and that patients receive the care they genuinely need without exploitation. Among the major provisions, the legislation introduces stricter licensing requirements and … Read more

Irish Man Faces Life Imprisonment for Coercing Texas Minor in Disturbing Exploitation Case

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HOUSTON, Texas — A 36-year-old Irish national has been charged in connection with the sexual exploitation of a minor in Texas. Matthew Liam Johnstone faces multiple counts, including four counts of sexual exploitation and four counts of coercing and enticing a child. According to court documents, the allegations stem from events that occurred in September 2022. Authorities claim Johnstone coerced a minor into producing sexually explicit photographs and videos, including those depicting acts of sadism. If convicted, Johnstone could face a significant penalty, with the possibility of life in prison. In addition, each of the … Read more

Jury Awards Over $14 Million After Attorney Found Liable in Grieving Families Exploitation Case

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FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — A federal jury has held a local attorney accountable for his role in a scheme that exploited grieving families in funeral homes, awarding over $14 million in damages. The verdict came after a trial that revealed unethical practices in the pursuit of clients following a fatal accident involving a tractor-trailer. The case was initiated by Jason Hatfield, a local attorney who represented the families of two women killed in a 2020 accident when a tractor-trailer overturned onto their vehicle. In the aftermath, individuals unaffiliated with the legal profession approached the victims’ families … Read more