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United States v. Kevin Willie Carter - Non-Precedential Opinion

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the district court's sentencing of Kevin Willie Carter. The court found no error in the application of two Guidelines enhancements for leadership role and maintaining a premises for drug trafficking, upholding Carter's 264-month sentence.

Glenn Whiting v. City of Athens, Tenn. - Court Opinion

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the denial of motions to recuse and the grant of sanctions against Glenn Whiting and his attorney in a case involving lawsuits stemming from the City of Athens, Tennessee's annual fireworks show. The court found no abuse of discretion in the lower court's rulings.

EMCO Corp. v. Armor Machine & Mfg. Ltd. - Contract Dispute

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a non-precedential opinion in the case of EMCO Corp. v. Armor Machine & Mfg. Ltd. The court addressed a contract dispute concerning the purchase of a custom machine, focusing on delivery delays and contract cancellation. The ruling affirmed the district court's findings.

United States v. John Lohden, Jr. - Criminal Conviction Appeal

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the convictions and sentences of Dayton Peterson and John Lohden, Jr. The defendants were convicted of kidnapping, robbery, and impersonating an officer, with sentences of 30 and 39 years respectively. The court rejected their numerous arguments on appeal.

United States v. Austin David Stafford - Sixth Circuit Opinion

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the district court's decision in United States v. Austin David Stafford, upholding his convictions for producing child pornography. The court rejected Stafford's arguments regarding the factual basis for his guilty pleas and the district court's jurisdiction.

Glenn Whiting v. City of Athens, Tenn. - Legal Opinion and Sanctions

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a legal opinion in Glenn Whiting v. City of Athens, Tenn., addressing misconduct by the plaintiff's attorneys. The court imposed sanctions on attorneys Van Irion and Russ Egli for misrepresenting the record, citing non-existent cases, and misstating case law in their briefing.

SEC Approves Amended Distribution Plan for Compass Minerals Disclosure Violations

The SEC has approved an amended distribution plan for Compass Minerals International, Inc. following disclosure violations. The amendment corrects a scrivener's error in the plan of allocation, ensuring fair distribution of the Fair Fund to harmed investors.

SEC v. Vanguard Group - Administrative Proceeding and Settlement

The SEC has issued a second extension order in the administrative proceeding against Vanguard Group, Inc. The Division of Enforcement has requested an extension until July 31, 2026, to submit a Proposed Plan of Distribution for a Fair Fund totaling $146.4 million, stemming from Vanguard's settlement of misleading statements regarding tax consequences to investors.

SEC v. Elanco Animal Health Inc. - Proposed Plan of Distribution

The SEC has issued a notice regarding a proposed plan of distribution for $15 million in civil penalties collected from Elanco Animal Health Inc. Elanco was fined for misleading revenue statements made between Q1 2019 and Q1 2020. The public has 30 days to comment on the distribution plan.

Peterson v. Collins - Due Process in VA Physician Removal

The Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision upholding the removal of Dr. John Peterson from his position at the Veterans Administration. The court found that Peterson received adequate due process during the disciplinary proceedings.