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A federal judge in Florida sanctioned an attorney known for filing hundreds of food and beverage labeling lawsuits this week. The judge stated that the lawyer “engaged in a concerted effort to defraud this court and likely many, many others.” U.S. District Judge Gregory Presnell ruled on Wednesday that Spencer Sheehan must pay a still-to-be-determined…
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On the first day of arguments in Donald Trump’s criminal trial, attorney Todd Blanche sparked objections and criticism with his opening statement, characterized by legal analysts as a strategic but controversial move. Blanche sought to plant seeds of doubt in jurors’ minds by portraying Stormy Daniels as a liar and Michael Cohen as a rogue,…
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California state bar prosecutors are opposing John Eastman’s attempt to regain his law license, despite his plea citing financial concerns. Eastman, formerly a lawyer for Donald Trump, faces disbarment due to his role in challenging the 2020 election results. His actions, deemed unethical by a State Bar Court judge, led to automatic deactivation of his…
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Meet Ray Curtis Petty Jr., a native of Albany, Georgia, who defied the odds to become the first lawyer in his family, overcoming skepticism and barriers along the way! His journey, marked by perseverance and determination, has captured hearts worldwide after a viral video showcased his mother’s emotional reaction to his bar exam success. Petty’s…
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A Houston lawyer faced swift consequences after sending a derogatory letter to U.S. immigration Judge Erica Hughes, questioning her authority with a disrespectful tone. The attorney, Ben Aderholt, penned the letter on his firm’s letterhead, addressing Judge Hughes by her first name and questioning her integrity. The incident, which occurred in February, resulted in Aderholt’s…
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In a heartwarming tale of triumph over adversity, Albany, Georgia native Ray Curtis Petty Jr. has etched his name in his family’s history books by becoming its first lawyer. A viral video capturing his mother’s emotional reaction to his achievement has garnered widespread attention online, shedding light on Ray’s remarkable journey. Ray’s path to success…
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Entering the legal profession is no small task, so the choice to become a lawyer should not be made lightly, experts say. Getting a license to practice law in the U.S. generally requires years of strenuous effort and often involves acquiring significant student loan debt to cover the cost of law school. But a legal…
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