White Collar & Investigations
Fraud prosecution, corporate investigations, sanctions enforcement, FCPA, money laundering, and government accountability
Ex-Phoenix Cop Denies Inciting Violence at Student Protest in Federal Lawsuit
Fired Phoenix police sergeant Dusten Mullen denies provoking student protesters at a 2026 rally, escalating a federal lawsuit on police conduct and accountability.
Downstream Buyers Now Face Criminal Risk for Duty-Evaded Imports
A new DOJ enforcement push and recent cases show downstream buyers face criminal liability for knowingly purchasing goods brought into the U.S. through customs duty evasion schemes.
Ex-Kings County Judge Arrested in $5M Wire Fraud Conspiracy
Former Kings County Supreme Court Justice Edward Harold King was arrested and charged with wire fraud conspiracy after resigning amid misconduct investigation.
DOJ Launches West Coast Strike Force to Target Health Care Fraud
The DOJ has formed a West Coast Health Care Fraud Strike Force to intensify enforcement in Arizona, Nevada, and Northern California, signaling heightened legal risks for providers.
Ex-Rohnert Park Police Sentenced for Extorting Marijuana Businesses
Two former Rohnert Park police officers received federal prison sentences for impersonating federal agents and extorting marijuana from drivers, spotlighting public trust breaches.
Judge Denies El Chapo’s Extradition Request to Mexico
A U.S. judge swiftly rejected Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzmán's request for extradition to Mexico, impacting cross-border legal dynamics and ongoing criminal investigations.
DOJ Charges Sinaloa Governor, Officials With Drug Trafficking Tied to Cartel
The DOJ indicted Sinaloa's governor and nine other Mexican officials for alleged drug trafficking and cartel collusion, escalating cross-border legal cooperation concerns.
Nathan Chasing Horse sentenced to life for sexual assault convictions
Actor Nathan Chasing Horse, known for 'Dances With Wolves,' received a life sentence for sexually assaulting Indigenous women, concluding a years-long high-profile case.
U.S. Soldier Charged for Insider Trading on Polymarket Using Classified Intel
A U.S. Army sergeant faces up to 40 years in prison for using classified information to profit on Polymarket bets tied to Maduro's capture, marking a legal first.
Ex-SNC-Lavalin exec gets 10 more years for unpaid $24M fraud fine
Quebec court orders former SNC-Lavalin exec Sami Bebawi to serve 10 more years for failing to pay a $24.6M fraud fine, highlighting risks for corporate compliance teams.
Federal Probe Targets $6M Indigenous Program Fraud at Canadian Non-Profit
Canada launches federal investigations into alleged $6M fraud by ex-financial director at First Nations National Guardians Network, spotlighting non-profit oversight risks.
Quebec Tribunal Fines Four B.C. Men $3.5M for Cross-Border Stock Fraud
Quebec’s FMAT fined four B.C. residents $3.5M for pump-and-dump stock fraud after Supreme Court affirmed its cross-border authority. Legal and compliance teams face broader risk.
Lafarge Executives Jailed in France for ISIS Payments, Prompting US Legal Warnings
French court sentences Lafarge executives for financing terrorism, spotlighting cartel and bribery risks for US corporate leaders and compliance advisors.
Pump-and-Dump Securities Lawsuits Surge With Social Media’s Influence
A wave of class actions targets low-float IPOs and social media giants for enabling pump-and-dump schemes, signaling new risks for legal and compliance professionals.
U.S. Court Penalizes Sol Enterprise $500 Daily for Subpoena Breach
U.S. District Court sanctions Sol Enterprise Transport $500/day for ignoring subpoena, highlighting the importance of compliance to avoid litigation costs.
Amnesty Uncovers Human Rights Abuses in Cambodian Casinos
Amnesty International reports human rights violations in Cambodian casinos, posing risks for investors and raising compliance concerns.
Amnesty Report Reveals Forced Labor in Cambodian Casinos
Amnesty International uncovers forced labor ties in Cambodian casinos, urging regulatory scrutiny and legal reforms.
Espionage Charges Against Journalist Panyi Raise Alarm for Press Freedom
Hungary's charges against journalist Szabolcs Panyi for espionage pose threats to press freedom.
Rappers Charged with Kidnapping Gucci Mane in Dallas
Pooh Shiesty and Big30 charged with kidnapping Gucci Mane in Dallas, raising concerns over legal risks for artists.
California Governor Faces Criticism Over Hospice Fraud Oversight
Governor Newsom is scrutinized for oversight failures after a $50M hospice fraud scheme's surface.