Rudy Giuliani Found in Contempt Again Over Defamatory Comments, Faces Possible Jail Time

WASHINGTON — Rudy Giuliani, a former New York City mayor, faced a second contempt of court ruling this week for his ongoing defamatory remarks about two Georgia election workers, exacerbating his legal challenges. On Friday, a federal judge in Washington, D.C., declared Giuliani in contempt for violating a previous order that prohibited him from defaming Wandrea “Shaye” Moss and Ruby Freeman. This decision follows closely behind a $148 million defamation judgment awarded to the women by a jury for damages sustained due to Giuliani’s false accusations of election fraud. U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell reprimanded … Read more

Local Man Faces Charges as Grand Jury Indicts After Devastating Fire Destroys Beloved Crossville Bar & Grill

Crossville, TN — A local man faces legal repercussions following a fire that devastated a well-loved bar and grill in Crossville. Authorities have indicted the individual on charges related to the incident, which resulted in the complete destruction of the establishment, a spot favored by residents for its friendly atmosphere and good food. Investigations by the fire department concluded that the blaze was intentionally set, leading to extensive collaborative efforts between local law enforcement and fire officials to uncover the circumstances surrounding the event. Through meticulous examination of evidence and surveillance footage from the area, … Read more

Former Oath Keepers Lawyer Faces Prison for Instructing Evidence Destruction Post-Capitol Riot

WASHINGTON — A Texas attorney involved with the Oath Keepers militia is scheduled for sentencing next week with federal prosecutors seeking a prison term exceeding a year. The lawyer, Kellye SoRelle, 45, from Granbury, pled guilty in October to charges that include one count of obstructing an official proceeding and one misdemeanor related to unauthorized entry into restricted areas. SoRelle, a former Republican candidate for the Texas House of Representatives and the general counsel of the Oath Keepers, was charged in what has become the largest Capitol riot case handled by the government to date. … Read more

Sunrun Installation Services Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Civil Rights Violation Following Employee’s Unlawful Arrest

Hartford, CT — Legal representatives David X. Sullivan, Thomas J. Finn, and Gregory A. Hall of McCarter & English have officially commenced involvement on behalf of Sunrun Installation Services in response to a civil rights lawsuit recently launched. The proceedings began with a filing on September 4 in Connecticut District Court by lawyer Robert M. Berke, representing former employee George Edward Steins. Steins, once part of Sunrun’s team, confronted legal challenges when charged with employing an unregistered home improvement salesperson. These charges, however, were ultimately dismissed in May 2024. The crux of the complaint hinges … Read more