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Appeals court judges raise questions about severity of Sean 'Diddy' Combs' four-year prison sentence

Appeals court judges raise questions about severity of Sean 'Diddy' Combs' four-year prison sentence

Appeals court judges are questioning whether a judge who sentenced Sean “Diddy” Combs to over four years in prison on prostitution-related charges went too far in considering evidence supporting behavior he was acquitted of
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Sean 'Diddy' Combs' lawyers appeal his conviction with First Amendment argument

Sean 'Diddy' Combs' lawyers appeal his conviction with First Amendment argument

Sean “Diddy” Combs’ lawyers are poised to try to persuade federal appeals court judges that the hip-hop mogul was treated unfairly at a trial last year that sent him to prison on prostitution-related charges
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Sean 'Diddy' Combs' lawyers to urge appeals court to overturn conviction, sentence

Sean 'Diddy' Combs' lawyers to urge appeals court to overturn conviction, sentence

By Luc Cohen NEW YORK, April 9 (Reuters) - Lawyers for Sean "Diddy" Combs are expected to tell an appeals court on Thursday the judge who oversaw the hip-hop mogul's sex crimes trial should not have considered evidence that he abused and threatened former girlfriends in sentencing him to more than
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Sean 'Diddy' Combs' Legal Team Appeals Prostitution-Related Conviction

Sean 'Diddy' Combs' Legal Team Appeals Prostitution-Related Conviction

Sean 'Diddy' Combs' Legal Team Appeals Prostitution-Related Conviction
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Aubrey O'Day Defends Attending Ye's Concerts Amid Criticism

Aubrey O'Day Defends Attending Ye's Concerts Amid Criticism

Aubrey O'Day Defends Attending Ye's Concerts Amid Criticism
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Holland Knight Hires Former NAB VP Donaldson to Strengthen Policy Practice

Holland Knight Hires Former NAB VP Donaldson to Strengthen Policy Practice

Holland Knight Hires Former NAB VP Donaldson to Strengthen Policy Practice
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Clifford Law's Matt Moyer Discusses Crime and Justice on WGN Radio

Clifford Law's Matt Moyer Discusses Crime and Justice on WGN Radio

Matthew D. Moyer, a Senior Associate at Clifford Law Offices, appeared on WGN Radio's 'Legally Speaking' with Karen Conti to discuss his book 'American Justice: From the Frontlines of the War on Crime.' Moyer, a former federal prosecutor, shared insights on various issues including carjackings by minors, political corruption, and the evolution of gang activities in Chicago. He also touched on the use of facial recognition technology by law enforcement. Moyer's experience in federal court has informed his current work at Clifford Law Offices, where he handles high-stakes personal injury cases.
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Aubrey O'Day Defends Attendance at Kanye West Concerts Amid Criticism

Aubrey O'Day Defends Attendance at Kanye West Concerts Amid Criticism

Aubrey O'Day Defends Attendance at Kanye West Concerts Amid Criticism
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Seventh Circuit Case Examines Asset Freezes and Right to Counsel

Seventh Circuit Case Examines Asset Freezes and Right to Counsel

In the case of U.S. v. Rishi Shah, currently before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, a significant legal question has emerged regarding the extent to which the government can freeze a defendant's assets before trial. The issue at hand is whether such asset freezes infringe upon the Sixth Amendment rights of defendants by preventing them from hiring legal counsel of their choice. This case is particularly noteworthy for white-collar crime practitioners, as it delves into the balance between government powers in fraud cases and the constitutional rights of defendants. The outcome of this case could set a precedent for how asset freezes are handled in future fraud cases, potentially impacting the legal strategies of both prosecutors and defense attorneys.
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Courts to Enhance Authentication Standards for Digital Evidence Amid Deepfake Concerns

Courts to Enhance Authentication Standards for Digital Evidence Amid Deepfake Concerns

The increasing prevalence of deepfakes is prompting courts to consider more rigorous authentication standards for digital evidence. As digital materials become standard in courtrooms, the authenticity of such evidence is increasingly questioned. This shift is driven by the potential for deepfakes to mislead judges and juries, a concern known as the 'liar's dividend.' Courts may require more comprehensive proof of authenticity, including metadata and expert testimony, to ensure the reliability of digital evidence. This change could lead to longer and more expensive trials as legal professionals adapt to these new requirements.
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North Carolina's Largest Law Firm Expands into Atlanta's Competitive Legal Market

North Carolina's Largest Law Firm Expands into Atlanta's Competitive Legal Market

North Carolina's Largest Law Firm Expands into Atlanta's Competitive Legal Market
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Howard and Beth Stern Face Lawsuit Over Alleged Hostile Work Environment

Howard and Beth Stern Face Lawsuit Over Alleged Hostile Work Environment

Howard and Beth Stern Face Lawsuit Over Alleged Hostile Work Environment