Aug 2, 2024 | False Claims Act
The DOJ announced that the government has filed a False Claims Act (FCA) complaint against Erlanger Health System. Defendant Chattanooga-Hamilton County Hospital Authority, doing business as Erlanger Medical Center and Erlanger Health System, operates several...
Aug 2, 2024 | Copyright Infringement
Logan Paul, the well-known YouTube creator and entrepreneur, finds himself in a trademark infringement lawsuit with the International Olympic Committee (“IOC”). The lawsuit centers on the endorsement and marketing of Prime Hydration, Paul’s energy drink. Logan Paul...
Jul 26, 2024 | White Collar Crime
The DOJ announced that Dr. Michael Fletcher, former member of the Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure (KBML), was convicted of three counts of unlawful distribution of a controlled substance. Fletcher worked as physician at Interventional Pain Specialists located in...
Jul 26, 2024 | Copyright Infringement, General
Fourteen NBA teams recently found themselves on the receiving end of lawsuits filed by Kobalt Music Publishing and other music companies. Kobalt alleges the unauthorized use of copyrighted music in social media videos posted by various NBA teams on Instagram, TikTok,...
Jul 26, 2024 | Criminal Matters, White Collar Crime
On July 23, the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that a federal jury convicted Dr. Adrian Dexter Talbot, 58, of Slidell, Louisiana, of conspiring to distribute over 1.8 million doses of Schedule II controlled substances, including oxycodone and morphine, and...
Jul 16, 2024 | White Collar Crime
On July 12, the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that Quintan Cockerell, 43, of Palos Verdes Estates, California, was sentenced to prison following his conviction on charges of conspiracy to defraud the United States, receiving kickbacks, and money laundering....
Jul 16, 2024 | Zoning and Land Use
Zoning regulations are not just about managing land use; they are fundamental to shaping the social and civic fabric of our communities. By thoughtfully planning how land is utilized, zoning helps create spaces that accommodate growth, diversity, and cultural...
Jul 16, 2024 | False Claims Act
The DOJ has announced that Armstrong Group, a telecommunications company based in Pennsylvania, has agreed to pay $6.5 million to resolve allegations of violating the False Claims Act (“FCA”). Armstrong Group allegedly violated the Federal Communications Commission’s...
Jul 15, 2024 | Zoning and Land Use
Zoning regulations play a crucial role in fostering economic stability and growth within a community. By establishing clear guidelines for land use, zoning ensures that development is orderly and beneficial for all residents. Here are some key ways zoning contributes...
