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Former Attorney Sentenced for Embezzling R40 Million from Client Escrow Account

Former Attorney Sentenced for Embezzling R40 Million from Client Escrow Account

Former Attorney Sentenced for Embezzling R40 Million from Client Escrow Account
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Plymouth Couple Charged with Felony Tax Evasion for Hiding $813,000

Plymouth Couple Charged with Felony Tax Evasion for Hiding $813,000

A couple from Plymouth, Minnesota, Scott and Angel Hill, have been charged with multiple felony counts related to tax evasion. They are accused of hiding $813,000 in a company account and failing to file individual tax returns from 2019 to 2024. The couple allegedly made small deposits to avoid financial reporting laws and transferred the money into their personal account for personal expenses, including luxury vehicles. Scott Hill faces additional charges for failing to file taxes for his business, with a total personal tax liability of $1.2 million. Tax felonies in Minnesota carry a maximum penalty of five years in prison and a $10,000 fine.
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Massachusetts mother goes on trial for killing her three children

Massachusetts mother goes on trial for killing her three children

By Nate Raymond July 27 (Reuters) - A Massachusetts jury heard dueling accounts on Monday for why a mother killed her three young children in 2023, a tragedy that a defense lawyer said was due to her suffering from postpartum mental illness and that a prosecutor called a planned murder.
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Tax Fraud Cases Highlight Widespread Financial Crimes Across the U.S.

Tax Fraud Cases Highlight Widespread Financial Crimes Across the U.S.

Recent tax fraud cases across the United States have brought to light various schemes involving false tax returns and embezzlement. In Miami, Joseph Stewart pleaded guilty to evading taxes on millions earned from internet services provided to servicemembers abroad. In Michigan, Erin Patti-Coveyou admitted to underreporting income and embezzling funds, resulting in significant tax losses. Other cases include Bianca Cobbins in Missouri, who was involved in making false statements to financial institutions, and a conspiracy in Georgia where two men attempted to fraudulently claim New York film tax credits. These cases reflect a broader pattern of financial crimes involving tax evasion and fraudulent claims.
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Vermont Woman Pleads Guilty to Embezzling $63,000 from Fire District

Vermont Woman Pleads Guilty to Embezzling $63,000 from Fire District

Kelly Randall, a former treasurer of the Westfield Fire District in Vermont, has pleaded guilty to embezzling $63,000 over four years. Randall confessed to the crime in an email to a colleague and later to the Vermont State Police. The Westfield Fire District, responsible for maintaining the town's water system, was the victim of the embezzlement. Randall is expected to be sentenced in August.
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Pima County Church Employee Arrested for Embezzling $335,000

Pima County Church Employee Arrested for Embezzling $335,000

Tracey Lynn Jorgensen, a 61-year-old former finance manager at GracePointe Church in Pima County, has been arrested on charges of fraudulent schemes and felonious theft. The Pima County Sheriff's Department Fraud Unit began investigating in April 2025 after church board members reported suspected embezzlement. Subpoenaed bank records revealed that Jorgensen allegedly misappropriated approximately $335,000 from the church between 2020 and 2025. The investigation is ongoing as authorities continue to gather evidence.
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Former CPA Sentenced for Embezzling $5.3 Million from Children's Hospital

Former CPA Sentenced for Embezzling $5.3 Million from Children's Hospital

Ronald Deabler, a former Certified Public Accountant, has been sentenced to four years in federal prison for his role in a money laundering conspiracy involving the embezzlement of $5.3 million from Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. The scheme involved a hacker who gained access to the email system of a commercial furniture vendor used by the hospital, posing as an employee to redirect funds into Deabler's account. Deabler, leveraging his financial expertise, facilitated the distribution of the stolen money. The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Georgia has also ordered Deabler to pay restitution of $682,860. The case highlights the vulnerabilities in financial systems and the severe consequences of exploiting institutions dedicated to public welfare.
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Supreme Court Litigator Sentenced to Six Years for Tax Evasion and Fraud

Supreme Court Litigator Sentenced to Six Years for Tax Evasion and Fraud

Thomas Goldstein, a prominent Supreme Court litigator, has been sentenced to six years in prison for evading a multimillion-dollar IRS tax debt and engaging in mortgage fraud. Goldstein, who co-founded SCOTUSblog and argued over 40 cases before the Supreme Court, was found guilty of 12 counts, including tax evasion and mortgage fraud. The case revealed his secretive lifestyle as a high-stakes poker player, with testimony from Hollywood actor Tobey Maguire. Goldstein was ordered to pay over $3.1 million in restitution and will serve five years of supervised release after his prison term.
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SCOTUSblog Co-Founder Sentenced to Prison for Tax and Mortgage Fraud

SCOTUSblog Co-Founder Sentenced to Prison for Tax and Mortgage Fraud

Thomas Goldstein, a prominent Supreme Court litigator and co-founder of SCOTUSblog, has been sentenced to six years in prison. Goldstein was convicted on charges of tax evasion and mortgage fraud. The case revealed his involvement in high-stakes poker games, where he failed to report his winnings on tax filings and misrepresented his financial status on loan applications. In addition to the prison sentence, Goldstein has been ordered to pay $3.1 million in restitution and will be on supervised release for five years following his prison term. The sentence is less than the eight years sought by prosecutors but exceeds the time Goldstein claims was offered during plea negotiations.
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Ex-Supreme Court Litigator Thomas Goldstein Sentenced to Six Years for Tax Evasion and Mortgage Fraud

Ex-Supreme Court Litigator Thomas Goldstein Sentenced to Six Years for Tax Evasion and Mortgage Fraud

Thomas Goldstein, a former prominent Supreme Court litigator, has been sentenced to six years in prison for evading a multimillion-dollar IRS tax debt and engaging in mortgage fraud. The case has drawn attention due to Goldstein's secretive lifestyle as a high-stakes poker player, which was highlighted during the trial by testimony from Hollywood actor Tobey Maguire. Goldstein was found guilty of 12 out of 16 counts, including tax evasion and mortgage fraud, after a six-week trial. Prosecutors argued that Goldstein concealed over $25 million in income, resulting in more than $9.5 million in unpaid taxes. Despite his defense team's argument that prison would prevent him from repaying debts and addressing his gambling addiction, the court imposed a prison sentence along with five years of supervised release and over $3.1 million in restitution.
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Prominent Attorney Sentenced for Tax Evasion and Mortgage Fraud, Impacting Legal Community

Prominent Attorney Sentenced for Tax Evasion and Mortgage Fraud, Impacting Legal Community

Thomas C. Goldstein, a well-known appellate attorney and co-founder of SCOTUSblog, has been sentenced to 72 months in prison for tax evasion and mortgage fraud. Goldstein was found guilty of concealing millions in income, using foreign bank accounts to disguise earnings, and manipulating his law firm's financial records to support his gambling habits. He also submitted false mortgage applications, omitting significant liabilities, which enabled him to secure a $1.98 million loan. The U.S. Department of Justice emphasized that Goldstein's actions violated the principles he once advocated for, highlighting the importance of accountability in the legal profession.
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Indiana Woman Faces New Fraud Charge After Previous Make-A-Wish Scam Allegations

Indiana Woman Faces New Fraud Charge After Previous Make-A-Wish Scam Allegations

Katherine Jackson, a 42-year-old woman from Indiana, is facing a new fraud charge unrelated to her previous allegations of claiming her child was terminally ill for financial gain and a Make-A-Wish trip. Jackson is accused of defrauding an employee of one of her former attorneys by taking money for a car she never delivered. The incident occurred last month, and a warrant has been issued for her arrest. Previously, Jackson was charged with fraud and neglect after allegedly subjecting her daughter to medical child abuse, falsely claiming the child had a terminal illness to collect donations and fulfill a Make-A-Wish trip.