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Former Chicago Bears' Chris Zorich Pleads Guilty to Tax Evasion

Chris Zorich, the former lineman for the Chicago Bears, plead guilty to tax evasion, including failing to file federal income taxes for four years. The ex-NFL star allegedly failed to file federal returns between 2006 and 2009, and is also being charged with generating income relating to work for his charity, deferred payments from the Bears, […]

Author: James F. McDonough

March 13, 2013

Tax Evasion

U.S. Aluminum Producer Files For Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection

U.S. aluminum producer Ormet Corporation is seeking protection under Chapter 11 bankruptcy law. The company filed for protection in a U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Delaware. In court documents, it cited falling aluminum prices and growing operational costs as the reason for its financial distress. The company said it agreed to sell itself to investment firm Wayzata Investment Partners, […]

Author: Joel R. Glucksman

March 12, 2013

New Jersey Sports Betting Dealt Major Setback

Legalized sports betting will likely not be in place for next year’s Super Bowl. U.S. District Judge Michael Shipp recently issued a permanent injunction against New Jersey’s sports gambling law. As we have previously discussed on this Business Law Blog, the Department of Justice, along with NBA, MLB, NHL, NFL, and NCAA, have challenged the […]

Author: Donald M. Pepe

March 12, 2013

Federal Judge Blocks New Jersey Sports Gambling Law

A federal judge has barred New Jersey from legalizing the sports gambling legislation signed by Gov. Chris Christie in 2012. “After careful consideration, the Court has determined that Congress acted within its powers and the statute in question does not violate the United States Constitution,” U.S. District Judge Michael Shipp wrote in his ruling, according […]

Author: Anthony R. Caruso

March 11, 2013

Israeli Banks May Be Target of U.S. Tax Evasion Case

The U.S. has entered into agreements with several countries to help curb the incidence of tax law violations on the part of Americans. While many foreign banks have admitted to facilitating Americans in hiding income, the U.S. government may soon set its sights on two Israeli banks for complicity in tax evasion. Zvi Sperling, an […]

Author: James F. McDonough

March 11, 2013

Court Rules Airlines Can Require Credit Cards For In-Flight Services

For frequent fliers hoping to leave their credit cards in their wallets, “cashless” cabin policies appear to be here to stay. New Jersey’s Appellate Division recently rejected a lawsuit alleging that Continental Airlines’ credit card requirement for in-flight purchases violated the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act (CFA). The plaintiff in the case, Rosen v. Continental […]

Author: Charles A. Yuen

March 11, 2013

Union Members Protest Patriot Coal Bankruptcy

Members of the United Mine Workers union launched a series of protests against the Patriot Coal company’s bankruptcy, which stands to jeopardize the pension and health benefits of thousands of workers and their families. The protests revolved around a string of proposed benefits cuts, following a request to extend more than $6 million in bonuses […]

Author: Joel R. Glucksman

March 8, 2013

Patriots' Kraft Blasts Critics Who Argue Tom Brady Contract is a 'Fake' Deal

New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft had some stern words for critics who question the veracity of a three-year, $27 million extension contract signed by quarterback Tom Brady. Brady is being praised by many for accepting a smaller payout to remain on the team, but others argue that the deal is “fake” and will be […]

Author: Anthony R. Caruso

March 8, 2013

Plaintiff’s Bad Behavior Dooms NJ Employment Lawsuit

A recent decision by the Appellate Division should serves as an important warning to New Jersey litigants. The court dismissed a plaintiff’s employment discrimination lawsuit after she failed to comply with discovery requests and related court orders. The Facts of the Case In Fik-Rymarkiewicz v. University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, the plaintiff […]

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

March 8, 2013

New Jersey Employment Attorney

Universal Care Group Seeks Bankruptcy Protection Amid State Takeover

An investigation into Florida-based Universal Health Care Inc., has prompted the insurer to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection while regulators attempt to take over the company. The Medicare insurer operated by Dr. A.K. Desai recently underwent a state investigation, in which regulators report that “a pattern of mismanagement” and unlawful financial management has left the company […]

Author: Joel R. Glucksman

March 7, 2013

Facebook Helps IRS Catch Violations of Tax Law

The Internal Revenue Service is pulling out all the stops to detect and prosecute Americans who violate tax law, and social media is helping the agency catch many criminals in their tracks. Many people are implicated in crimes due to information they post on social media websites, and one woman who committed tax fraud has […]

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

March 6, 2013

Legal Issues Force Parent Company of 'Girls Gone Wild' to Seek Bankruptcy Protection

GGW Brands LLC, owner of the “Girls Gone Wild” video series, has sought protection under Chapter 11 of the bankruptcy law in a U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Los Angeles, California. The company and several of its subsidiaries filed for protection as a result of several costly legal judgments. GGW Brands listed less than $50,000 in […]

Author: Joel R. Glucksman

March 5, 2013

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