Elder Abuse Emerges From the Shadows of Public Consciousness | National Institute of Justice

Elder Abuse Emerges From the Shadows of Public Consciousness | National Institute of Justice
"These studies are really important for law enforcement," she said. "It has completely changed the way prosecutors handle these cases. It's just really phenomenal."

Shock felt as judge, official are indicted - The Herald Dispatch

Shock felt as judge, official are indicted - The Herald Dispatch
Federal prosecutors indicted Mingo County Circuit Judge Michael Thornsbury on two counts of conspiracy Thursday

'Whitey' Bulger Juror Janet Uhlar: Corruption 'Sickening' » The Epoch Times

'Whitey' Bulger Juror Janet Uhlar: Corruption 'Sickening' » The Epoch Times
“It was just pretty sickening to sit there and hear some of the testimony and the corruption with government and that—at one point, I think one of the prosecuting attorneys talking about money laundering.

Restore judicial credibility |From the Press |chinadaily.com.cn

Restore judicial credibility |From the Press |chinadaily.com.cn
They suspended the four senior Shanghai judges (purportedly seen in the footage) from their posts and said they were being investigated for their alleged involvement in the prostitution racket.

Court: Ariz. hospitals can be sued under ‘elder abuse’ law - trivalleycentral.com: Health Wellness

Court: Ariz. hospitals can be sued under ‘elder abuse’ law - trivalleycentral.com: Health Wellness
Judge Patricia Orozco said the Legislature said the statutes cover those who “provide care.’’ And she said there is no way to logically read the law to somehow conclude that does not apply to hospitals.

State attorney fires back at West Palm Beach police allegations | www.palmbeachpost.com

State attorney fires back at West Palm Beach police allegations | www.palmbeachpost.com
Aronberg said Demasi’s verbal broadside was because his office refused to file charges in three cases involving two city police officers and a firefighter.

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Trial underway for caregiver in alleged plot to defraud elderly man - WacoTrib.com: Courts And Trials

Trial underway for caregiver in alleged plot to defraud elderly man - WacoTrib.com: Courts And Trials
Adler is charged with forming a relationship with Eugene Handley, whom she cared for in a professional capacity, and then “by deception with intent to defraud” got him to put her into his will so she would inherit more than $100,000.

Former FBI agent accused in Utah case now faces new charges | The Salt Lake Tribune

Former FBI agent accused in Utah case now faces new charges | The Salt Lake Tribune
In the Utah case, prosecutors allege Lustyik used his position as an FBI agent to attempt to thwart a criminal investigation into Michael Taylor, president of a Boston-based defense contracting company, with whom he had a business relationship; Taylor is accused of fraud in obtaining $54 million in military contracts to provide training and security services in Afghanistan. 

As PA ages, the state examines guardianships and abuse | GoErie.com/Erie Times-News

As PA ages, the state examines guardianships and abuse | GoErie.com/Erie Times-News
As of late 2010, a Government Accountability Office report said, only 11 states required professional guardians to be certified. It's unclear how many professional guardians are in Pennsylvania because there is no licensing or certification process.

Jim Solis gets 4 years - Valley Morning Star : Local News

Jim Solis gets 4 years - Valley Morning Star : Local News
“It’s hard to imagine anything worse that a lawyer can do,” Hanen told Solis of bribing a judge, adding that Solis had “betrayed the public trust and violated the oath to uphold the laws.”

Judge: Elder abuse laws include hospitals - Your West Valley News: Valley & State

Judge: Elder abuse laws include hospitals - Your West Valley News: Valley & State
Judge Patricia Orozco said the Legislature said the statutes cover those who “provide care.” And she said there is no way to logically read the law to somehow conclude that does not apply to hospitals.

Quincy appeal of $3 million Woodward settlement set for Oct. - Quincy - Your Town - Boston.com

Quincy appeal of $3 million Woodward settlement set for Oct. - Quincy - Your Town - Boston.com
Quincy’s treasurer never provided an accounting for the money.
A complaint was filed against the city in 2007. Years of document accrual and almost two weeks of trial later, the city was faulted for negligence and removed as trustee. The city was also ordered to pay $3 million in settlement costs.

The Gaping Hole In China's Anti-Corruption Drive: Courts - China Real Time Report - WSJ

The Gaping Hole In China's Anti-Corruption Drive: Courts - China Real Time Report - WSJ
The judicial system, although it should be the appropriate institution for exposure and punishment of offenders, is itself infected by corruption that up to now has gone unmentioned.

Editorial: Buying justice | The Jakarta Post

Editorial: Buying justice | The Jakarta Post
The latest arrest only confirmed public suspicion that justice can be bought and the judiciary is just as corrupt as the other two branches of power, the executive and legislative.

Overall feeling that corruption in the Americas in the rise, says watchdog group — MercoPress

Overall feeling that corruption in the Americas in the rise, says watchdog group — MercoPress
In the United States, mistrust and feelings of rampant corruption were mostly placed on the country’s political parties and the legislative system. A particularly harsh presidential race last year, the powerful emergence of the so-called Super PACS and a number of recent scandals surrounding the administration of President Barack Obama have been cited as the main reasons that 76% of those polled found political parties corrupt. About 61% said they believed there is rampant corruption in Congress and the White House.