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The Justice Department is taking action to prevent the $3.3 billion merger between UnitedHealth and Amedisys

Nov 192 min read

The Justice Department is taking action to prevent the $3.3 billion merger between UnitedHealth and Amedisys

The U.S. Justice Department, alongside state attorneys general from Maryland, New York, New Jersey, and Illinois, has filed a lawsuit to blo

Trump’s Victory Signals Major Changes to Public Health Policies and Reproductive Rights

Stephen Wick

Nov 112 min read

Public Health

Trump’s Victory Signals Major Changes to Public Health Policies and Reproductive Rights

President Donald Trump’s election victory, significant changes to the nation’s public health and insurance policies are expected, with impli

The Mississippi State Senate Lawsuit: A Case of Discrimination and Inequality in the Legislative Services Office

Stephen Wick

Nov 102 min read

Investigations

The Mississippi State Senate Lawsuit: A Case of Discrimination and Inequality in the Legislative Services Office

This case centers on Kristie Metcalfe, a Black former staff attorney in the Legislative Services Office (LSO). The lawsuit claims she was un

Guilty Plea in Bribery Scheme Involving U.S. Customs and Border Protection Official: What Happened?

Stephen Wick

Nov 92 min read

Criminal Justice

Guilty Plea in Bribery Scheme Involving U.S. Customs and Border Protection Official: What Happened?

To disguise these illegal transactions, Cassity transferred the kickbacks from IVV Solutions' bank accounts to accounts controlled by Public

The Florida Man's Role in the $7 Million Fraud Scheme: A Look into the Biofuel Company Scandal

Stephen Wick

Nov 82 min read

Investigations

The Florida Man's Role in the $7 Million Fraud Scheme: A Look into the Biofuel Company Scandal

The fraudulent scheme did not stop there. Additionally, the defendants sought over $6 million in tax credits linked to the bogus production

Jackson Mayor, Prosecutor, and City Council Member Indicted on Bribery Charges in FBI Sting Operation

Stephen Wick

Nov 72 min read

Investigations

Jackson Mayor, Prosecutor, and City Council Member Indicted on Bribery Charges in FBI Sting Operation

Federal authorities have indicted Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba, Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens, and Jackson City Council me

Analyzing the Allegations: Sitejabber's Deceptive Consumer Review Practices and the FTC's Response

Stephen Wick

Nov 73 min read

Investigations

Analyzing the Allegations: Sitejabber's Deceptive Consumer Review Practices and the FTC's Response

FTC has proposed a settlement that would restrict Sitejabber from making misleading claims about consumer ratings or reviews in the future.

Jackson's Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba reigned to face charges

Stephen Wick

Nov 72 min read

Investigations

Jackson's Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba reigned to face charges

FBI agents posing as real estate investors invited the mayor to a fundraiser in April 2023, where they allegedly discussed helping fund his

Stephen Wick

Nov 62 min read

News

Trumps Wins 2024 Elections

Outcome of the House of Representatives remains unclear, with many races still too close to call. Both parties are closely wa

Justice Department Reaches Settlement with Chicago Cubs to Enhance Accessibility at Wrigley Field

Stephen Wick

Nov 15 min read

Investigations

Justice Department Reaches Settlement with Chicago Cubs to Enhance Accessibility at Wrigley Field

The department initially filed a lawsuit against the Cubs in 2022, claiming that the renovation efforts discriminated against fans with disa

Outbreak of E. coli Linked to McDonald’s Onions: Federal Investigation Underway

Stephen Wick

Oct 314 min read

Public Health

Outbreak of E. coli Linked to McDonald’s Onions: Federal Investigation Underway

The FDA is currently coordinating with Taylor Farms to assess the need for additional recalls and to confirm that no recalled onions were so

Federal Grand Jury Indicts 11 Members of Violent Minneapolis Gang in Major RICO Case

Stephen Wick

Oct 315 min read

Investigations

Federal Grand Jury Indicts 11 Members of Violent Minneapolis Gang in Major RICO Case

According to court documents, the defendants engaged in a sustained pattern of racketeering, committing numerous acts of violence, including

Georgia Man Pleads Guilty to Multi-Million Dollar Drug Money Laundering Scheme

Stephen Wick

Oct 303 min read

Investigations

Georgia Man Pleads Guilty to Multi-Million Dollar Drug Money Laundering Scheme

The duo coordinated with accomplices in China and other countries, employing a sophisticated trade-based money laundering strategy.

Tennessee Business Owner Convicted of $35 Million Health Care Fraud

Stephen Wick

Oct 293 min read

Investigations

Tennessee Business Owner Convicted of $35 Million Health Care Fraud

Kestner exerted significant pressure on his staff, frequently sending emails that ranked their "production" and criticized those who fell sh

Virginia Seeks Supreme Court Intervention to Block Voter Roll Reinstatement

Stephen Wick

Oct 292 min read

News

Virginia Seeks Supreme Court Intervention to Block Voter Roll Reinstatement

Several organizations, including the League of Women Voters and the Virginia Coalition for Immigrants Rights, are challenging the state’s ac

FDA and CBP Team Up to Seize $76 Million in Unauthorized E-Cigarettes

Stephen Wick

Oct 254 min read

Investigations

FDA and CBP Team Up to Seize $76 Million in Unauthorized E-Cigarettes

Upon inspection, they discovered a variety of illegal e-cigarette brands, including Geek Bar, all of which originated from China. In a bid t

States Remain Silent on Complaints Against Exeter Finance Amid Santander Settlement

Stephen Wick

Oct 253 min read

Investigations

States Remain Silent on Complaints Against Exeter Finance Amid Santander Settlement

ProPublica reveals that a dozen states that pursued legal action against Santander Consumer USA for high-interest loans have largely ignored

Justice Department Takes Action Against Discrimination in Home Appraisals

Stephen Wick

Oct 244 min read

Investigations

Justice Department Takes Action Against Discrimination in Home Appraisals

The case centers around a Black homeowner who applied for refinancing with Rocket Mortgage in January 2021. To facilitate the required appra

Justice Department Secures $101.9 Million Settlement from Singaporean Corporations Over Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse

Stephen Wick

Oct 244 min read

Investigations

Justice Department Secures $101.9 Million Settlement from Singaporean Corporations Over Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse

This claim was part of a larger legal action initiated by the vessel companies, who sought to limit their liability to approximately $43.7 m

Two South Carolina Men Plead Guilty to Federal Hate Crimes in Racially Motivated Armed Robberies

Stephen Wick

Oct 244 min read

Criminal Justice

Two South Carolina Men Plead Guilty to Federal Hate Crimes in Racially Motivated Armed Robberies

Among the crimes they admitted to was a January 22, 2021, armed robbery where they followed victims from a grocery store and restaurant to t

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