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Fraudulent Claims in Class Actions Plummet by Over 40% in Historic Shift, Reveals 2025 Digital Claims Report

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Phoenix, Arizona – A significant decrease in claims showing signs of fraud has been reported in class action and mass tort lawsuits for 2024, according to the latest findings from the Annual Report on Digital Claims released by Western Alliance Bank and its subsidiary, Digital Disbursements. The report indicates that claims flagged for substantial fraud indicators dropped over 40%, plummeting from nearly 81 million in 2023 to approximately 48.3 million in 2024. This marked decline represents a notable first in the annual assessments conducted by Western Alliance Bank, particularly following a staggering 19,000% surge in … Read more

Former U.S. Immigration Lawyer Sentenced to Nearly 6 Years for Exploiting Vulnerable Clients in Fraudulent Residency Scheme

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New York — A former U.S. immigration lawyer, Kofi Amankwaa, has been sentenced to nearly six years in prison after admitting to defrauding numerous clients through a deceptive scheme that exploited U.S. immigration law, federal authorities said. Amankwaa, 70, who is of Ghanaian descent, was sentenced on Feb. 26, 2025, to 70 months in federal custody for orchestrating a scheme that involved filing bogus claims under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). These forms falsely accused family members of abuse to help clients improperly seek permanent residency status in the United States. U.S. District Judge … Read more

Top Supreme Court Attorney Indicted: Tax Evasion, Fraudulent Returns, and Intricate Love and Gambling Web Unveiled

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Chevy Chase, Md. — Renowned Supreme Court attorney Tom Goldstein, known for his influential role in legal circles and as the founder of SCOTUSblog, faces serious legal challenges of his own following a recent indictment. Federal prosecutors have charged Goldstein with multiple counts of tax evasion, fraudulent activities on mortgage applications, and other financial misconducts tied to his high-stakes poker involvement. The charges stem from a Maryland federal court’s 22-count grand jury indictment, which portrays Goldstein not only as a leading legal mind but as a gambler who played in high-stakes games globally. It is … Read more

Clayton Trial Lawyers Secure Major Win Against Fraudulent Business Practices, Emphasizing No Tolerance for Deception

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Following a recent court ruling, Clayton Trial Lawyers PLLC, a leading litigation firm, has reinforced the message that fraudulent business practices will face severe consequences. This verdict was highlighted by William R. Clayton, the firm’s lead trial counsel, who stressed the importance of accountability in the business sector. The case was notably supported by the firm’s trial team including Miguel Aristizabal, a partner at the firm, and Riley Kennedy, Esq., who played a critical role in securing the victory. Clayton Trial Lawyers PLLC, based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, is renowned for its expertise in handling … Read more