Trial

Donald Trump Faces $350 Million Fine in Fraud Trial Verdict: Judge Orders Ban on Business in New York

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New York, NY – Former President Donald Trump has been ordered to pay over $350 million in fines as part of a massive fraud trial ruling. The ruling, delivered by Justice Arthur Engoron, also includes interest of $463.9 million and a three-year ban on doing business in the state of New York. This civil fraud trial centered around allegations that Trump inflated his wealth on financial statements to secure loans and favorable deals. New York Attorney General Letitia James brought the case and had sought $370 million in disgorgement from Trump’s entities. The judge had … Read more

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Denied Request to Dismiss Charges, Criminal Trial Set to Begin in April

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HOUSTON, TEXAS – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s criminal trial is set to begin on April 15 after a judge denied his request to dismiss charges. Paxton has been facing nearly 9-year-old charges of felony securities fraud and has maintained his innocence throughout the proceedings. Paxton argued that his constitutional right to a speedy trial had been violated and sought to have the case dismissed. However, Judge Andrea Beall of the 185th District Court ruled against Paxton after brief arguments during a pretrial hearing in Houston. The attorney general was indicted on two counts of … Read more

Trial Approaches: Brace for Drama as Jury Selection Commences in High-Stakes Trump Hush Money Case

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NEW YORK – Jury selection is set to begin in the high-profile case involving former President Donald Trump’s alleged hush money payments. The trial, taking place at a federal court in New York City, will determine whether Trump violated campaign finance laws by orchestrating payments to two women who claim to have had affairs with him. This legal battle has garnered significant attention due to its potential implications for Trump’s political future and the broader implications for campaign finance regulations in the United States. The trial centers around payments made to adult film actress Stormy … Read more

Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP Bolsters Product Liability Team with Leading Trial Attorney from Hawkins Parnell & Young LLP

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Los Angeles, CA – Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP is expanding its product liability team with the addition of a new partner in its Los Angeles office. The law firm has hired an attorney from Hawkins Parnell & Young LLP, who specializes in mass tort trial cases. This move aims to strengthen the firm’s capabilities in handling product liability matters. The new partner brings a wealth of experience in mass tort trial cases to Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP. With their expertise, the law firm hopes to better serve clients facing product liability issues. The … Read more