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Major Legal Precedent Sets Stage for SEC’s Lawsuits Against Coinbase and Ripple

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New York, NY – A recent legal precedent from the Second Circuit could have significant implications for the ongoing legal battles between the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and cryptocurrency platforms Coinbase and Ripple. Attorney John Deaton shed light on this important case, which has caught the attention of Coinbase’s Chief Legal Officer (CLO) Paul Grewal and pro-XRP lawyer Deaton himself. The case in question is Revak v. SEC Realty, a decision made by the Second Circuit in 1994. Grewal expressed his admiration for this precedent in a recent tweet, emphasizing a key aspect of … Read more

Judge Kaplan’s Unyielding Control in Trump Defamation Trial Sets Stage for Dramatic Showdown

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New York City, New York – In the high-stakes world of presidential trials, few judges can match the respected reputation of Lewis A. Kaplan. With decades of experience on the bench, Kaplan possesses a unique background that could make Donald Trump’s recent behavior in the courtroom potentially perilous for the former president. At 79, Kaplan is regarded as one of the most esteemed legal minds in New York. Currently, Trump is facing a civil case filed by writer E. Jean Carroll, who is seeking damages from him for defamation. Trump had previously made disparaging remarks … Read more

AFI Fest 2023 Celebrates Award-Winning Films and Shorts, Setting the Stage for an Exciting Awards Season

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Los Angeles, California – AFI Fest 2023 concluded on Sunday, showcasing a lineup of exceptional films and shorts that are expected to gain further recognition during this awards season. Among the winners was “Closing Dynasty,” directed by Lloyd Lee Choi, which took home the Live Action Grand Jury Prize. The film offers a captivating portrayal of New York City through the eyes of a wide-eyed, 7-year-old. In the Documentary Short category, Sean Wang’s “Năi Nai & Wài Pó” emerged as the winner, telling a heartwarming story about the filmmaker’s two beloved grandmothers. Notably, this film … Read more

Federal Judge Sets the Stage for Explosive Second Rape Defamation Trial Against Donald Trump

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New York, NY – With Donald Trump’s second rape defamation trial just one week away, a federal judge has issued a stern order that underscores the challenges Trump will face in court. While the former president’s legal team had been hoping for a chance to rewrite history and clear Trump’s name, U.S. District Judge Lewis Kaplan has made it clear that this trial will not be a “do over” of the previous one, which concluded that Trump sexually assaulted journalist E. Jean Carroll decades ago. In a 27-page order, Judge Kaplan emphasized that the upcoming … Read more