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Jefferson County Jury Sentences Repeat Offender to 28 Years for Continuous Child Sexual Abuse

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BEAUMONT, Texas — A jury in Jefferson County has convicted 43-year-old David Allen Tovar of continuous sexual abuse of a child. The verdict was delivered last Friday, and a sentencing hearing was held on Monday, where the court imposed a 28-year prison term. Tovar, a registered sex offender, faced serious allegations stemming from multiple incidents involving a minor. As a first-degree felony, continuous sexual abuse of a child carries a potential sentence ranging from 25 years to life imprisonment, highlighting the gravity of the offenses. During the trial, which took place under Judge John Stevens, … Read more

Gemini and SEC Reach Tentative Agreement, Bringing Closure to Earn Program Lawsuit After Three Years

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NEW YORK — After nearly three years embroiled in legal disputes, cryptocurrency exchange Gemini Trust has reached a preliminary agreement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to settle a lawsuit concerning its Earn program. The investigation centered on Gemini’s now-defunct Earn program, which was recognized as a significant element in the SEC’s overall effort to regulate digital assets. This crypto lending product, which launched in 2021, promised retail investors up to 7.4% annual returns on Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency deposits. Attorneys representing both Gemini and the SEC submitted a joint letter in Manhattan federal … Read more

Bird & Bird Welcomes Charles-Henri Caron as New Partner in Paris, Enhancing Life Sciences Expertise Following 16 Years at Hogan Lovells

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Paris, France — Charles-Henri Caron has transitioned to Bird & Bird as a partner in its life sciences and healthcare practice, marking a significant career shift after 16 years at Hogan Lovells. His new role officially commenced on September 15. Caron’s move brings a wealth of experience in product liability to his new position. He previously served as counsel within Hogan Lovells’ international life sciences team, where he built a strong reputation for his expertise in handling complex legal issues related to product liability and mass torts. At Bird & Bird, Caron will focus on … Read more

"Justice Served: Donna Adelson Found Guilty in Dan Markel Murder Case After Years of Legal Battles"

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — A jury has convicted Donna Adelson, 75, of first-degree murder in the 2014 killing of Dan Markel, a prominent law professor known for his scholarship and advocacy. The case has drawn considerable public attention due to its complex family ties and the alleged involvement of Adelson’s family. Dan Markel was fatally shot in July 2014, a crime that investigators have linked to a plot orchestrated by his former in-laws. The motivation, according to law enforcement, stemmed from a desire to enable Markel’s ex-wife, Wendi Adelson, to relocate to South Florida with their … Read more