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Allegations of Union Corruption in NYC? We’re Shocked… Shocked!

In a series of predawn raids this morning, the FBI arrested the boss of New York City’s carpenters’ union and nine other men. The 29-count indictment alleges a scam whereby construction contractors paid bribes to union officials, in return for which they were allowed to use cheaper non-union labor. The...

August 5, 2009

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No Org Chart Required: RICO “Enterprise” Needn’t Be Distinct from its Activities

In a solid 7-2 decision this morning, the Supreme Court ruled that jurors in a RICO case can infer the existence of a racketeering enterprise simply based on its activity, and don’t need evidence of any separate structure or hierarchy. This clears up some misconceptions that have been floating around...

June 8, 2009

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Nathaniel Burney is an attorney in private practice, a former prosecutor, and a tireless advocate for Truth, Justice, and the Scientific Method. “Asides, Extras, and Appurtenances” is his accompaniment to The Illustrated Guide to Law, and also includes posts from the Guide’s predecessor blog The Criminal Lawyer. Nothing here counts as legal advice, nor does it create or imply an attorney-client relationship. Comments, criticisms, and disagreements are enthusiastically encouraged.

Tagged: racketeering

Allegations of Union Corruption in NYC? We’re Shocked… Shocked!

No Org Chart Required: RICO “Enterprise” Needn’t Be Distinct from its Activities

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