A. D. Bamburg News
Three more sentenced in Paycheck Protection Program fraud case
By A. D. Bamburg | Jun 28, 2024
ATLANTA – Teldrin Foster, John Gaines, and Carla Jackson have been sentenced for their roles in a scheme to steal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funds during the COVID-19 pandemic. To date, a total of 23 individuals have been convicted and sentenced in connection with the fraudulent scheme.
Emma M. Hetherington featured on WABE for commentary on sex trafficking case
By A. D. Bamburg | Jun 25, 2024
Clinical Associate Professor and Wilbanks Child Endangerment and Sexual Exploitation Clinic Director Emma M. Hetherington was featured on WABE, Atlanta's National Public Radio affiliate, regarding sex trafficking allegations at an Atlanta hotel. The segment titled "Plaintiffs testify in case alleging Red Roof Inn knew of sex trafficking at metro Atlanta locations" was reported by Jim Burress and aired on June 24, 2024.
Graham selected as ABILA ambassador
By A. D. Bamburg | Jun 20, 2024
Congratulations to rising third-year student Madison L. Graham for being selected as an American Branch of the International Law Association student ambassador. She is one of five ambassadors selected nationwide to assist with the work of the organization, especially in the preparation of the International Law Weekend 2024 conference.
Bruner presents book on corporate governance at LSE
By A. D. Bamburg | Jun 17, 2024
Stembler Family Distinguished Professor in Business Law Christopher M. Bruner presented his book, "The Corporation as Technology: Re-Calibrating Corporate Governance for a Sustainable Future" (Oxford University Press 2022) at the London School of Economics and Political Science during June.
Reducing dangers posed by heavy trucks on American highways
By A. D. Bamburg | Jun 14, 2024
The American highway system stands as a testament to engineering prowess, a complex network that has been a backbone for trade and travel for years. Beyond the benefits, this expansive network of roads harbors significant risks, particularly with the inclusion of large trucks. The mix of swift speeds and the sheer size of these vehicles elevates the danger, often resulting in a higher incidence of accidents and loss of life.
National car insurance rates up 20.3% over last year
By A. D. Bamburg | Jun 13, 2024
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’s (BLS) Consumer Price Index (CPI) report shows an increase of 20.3% in the motor vehicle insurance index over the last twelve months, with the all items index increasing 3.3% during that time.
Professor Hetherington featured on WSB-TV regarding sex trafficking case
By A. D. Bamburg | Jun 12, 2024
Clinical Associate Professor and Wilbanks Child Endangerment and Sexual Exploitation Clinic Director Emma M. Hetherington was featured on WSB-TV regarding sex trafficking allegations at an Atlanta hotel. The segment, titled "Red Roof Inn denies sex trafficking allegations as jury selection begins for federal trial in Cobb," was reported by Michele Newell and aired on June 12, 2024.
Tony Waller completes tenure as NALP president
By A. D. Bamburg | Jun 7, 2024
During April, Assistant Dean for Career Development Tony Waller completed his tenure as the president of the National Association for Law Placement (NALP), an international association comprising over 3,000 legal career professionals who advise law students, lawyers, law offices, and law schools.
Hetherington discusses sex trafficking allegations on Atlanta's 11 Alive
By A. D. Bamburg | Jun 6, 2024
Clinical Associate Professor and Wilbanks Child Endangerment and Sexual Exploitation Clinic Director Emma M. Hetherington was featured on Atlanta's 11 Alive regarding sex trafficking allegations at an Atlanta hotel. The segment titled "Lawsuit claims employees at Red Roof Inns in metro Atlanta witnessed prostitution, trafficking" aired on June 5, 2024.
Georgia Supreme Court cites Carlson's book in recent case
By A. D. Bamburg | Jun 6, 2024
Callaway Chair of Law Emeritus Ronald L. Carlson's book "Carlson on Evidence" (co-authored with M. Carlson) was recently cited by the Georgia Supreme Court in Baker v. State concerning the corroboration of confessions in criminal cases. This citation marks the 75th instance that this text has been utilized by Georgia appellate courts to address evidentiary issues.
Kent Barnett named dean of OSU Moritz College of Law
By A. D. Bamburg | Jun 5, 2024
Kent Barnett, currently Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Hosch Professor, has been appointed as the new dean of The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law. His tenure will commence on August 15.
Three men sentenced for drug trafficking involving methamphetamine fentanyl firearms
By A. D. Bamburg | May 30, 2024
ROME, Ga. - James Lewallen Meeks, a Georgia Department of Corrections inmate, and two conspirators, Jamey Michael Latty and Mark Anthony Powell, have been sentenced to federal prison for their roles in trafficking firearms, methamphetamine, and fentanyl in Northwest Georgia.
Inflation in Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell area up 3.1% in last 12 months
By A. D. Bamburg | May 23, 2024
A Consumer Price Index report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that inflation has increased 3.1% in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell area over the last year, with a 0.3% increase over the month of April.
Oregon Tax Court cites Hellerstein's treatise in recent case
By A. D. Bamburg | May 17, 2024
Distinguished Research Professor and Shackelford Distinguished Professor in Taxation Law Emeritus, Walter Hellerstein's treatise, State Taxation, was recently cited by the Oregon Tax Court. The citation occurred in the case of ABC, Inc. and Combined Affiliates v. Department of Revenue on May 14, 2024.
California man sentenced to life for murder outside Stone Mountain hair salon
By A. D. Bamburg | May 15, 2024
DeKalb County District Attorney Sherry Boston has announced a conviction by guilty plea in the case against Tychicus Cameron Wilson, a 35-year-old man from California. Wilson was accused of shooting and killing Anthony Jordan Jr., 29, outside a hair salon on June 12, 2018.
Glynn County woman gets prison for defrauding real estate company
By A. D. Bamburg | May 14, 2024
A Glynn County woman, who was in charge of managing a real estate company's office, has been sentenced to prison for defrauding her employer of over a quarter of a million dollars. Tabitha Dobi, 46, from Brunswick, received a sentence of 33 months in prison after pleading guilty to Wire Fraud, according to Jill E. Steinberg, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Georgia.