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Bellagio Robbery Shooting & Other Las Vegas Shootings

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department released the name of the police officer who shot and killed the man suspected of robbing the poker room in the Bellagio on March 15th. The officer’s name is Joaquin Escobar, age 29. Escobar fired on the suspect in the north valet of the casino, after the suspect shot another …

Payless ShoeSource Files for Bankruptcy Again

Less than two years after Payless emerged from its 2017 bankruptcy, the 63-year-old shoe retailer is filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy again. The going-out-of-business liquidation sales began at over 2,500 stores in the US and Canada. Sixteen thousand employees will lose their jobs. The process is set to conclude by the end of May. Why …

Colleen’s Consignment Files for Bankruptcy Leaving Customers Enraged

Customers who placed furniture for sale in Colleen’s Consignment Stores are disgruntled at the fact that the stores have declared bankruptcy – leaving their belongings in limbo, yet to be rightfully returned. Las Vegas bankruptcy lawyers agree that this situation is less than ideal for customers of Colleen’s Consignment. Las Vegas Bankruptcy Leaves Customers in …

Sears Given a New Lease on Life after Bankruptcy Judge Approves Plan

Sears was lucky to receive the green light on a $5.2 billion plan, proposed by Sears chairman and biggest shareholder, Eddie Lampert. This restructuring plan is meant to give Sears a second chance on life and hopefully keep the historical, retail business alive and kicking. Experienced bankruptcy lawyers agree this is a bold plan to …

The Granting of Temporary Protection Orders Has Been Expedited

Protecting victims of domestic violence is a noble concern for the judiciary system. Now, those victims just received more protection, thanks to the Las Vegas Family Court. As of January 28th of this year, a significant change has been made to the legal system to improve the safety of domestic violence sufferers. This change involves …

Man Arrested for Child Sex Assault and Kidnapping

Antwon Perkins was arrested after being accused of child sexual assault and kidnapping. He was taken into custody after he barricaded himself in a residential apartment in the northwest part of Las Vegas and threatened to kill himself; the home Perkins had barricaded himself inside was not his own. Las Vegas criminal defense lawyers agree …

16-Year Old Shot & Killed in North Las Vegas

A candle-lit vigil was held for 16-year-old Aneas King. Groups of saddened people held balloons, candles, and special mementos in honor of Aneas, who was fatally shot at the location on January 9th of this year. A Crime Ridden North Las Vegas Intersection The corner of San Miguel Avenue and Coleman Street in North Vegas …

PG&E Files Chapter 11 Bankruptcy; CEO Resigns after Fires

The San-Francisco-based company PG&E is set to reorganize under a Chapter 11 Bankruptcy filing, due to the potential liabilities of over $30 billion caused by the wildfires. The sheer magnitude of this filing means the company will have to work very closely with a team of skilled bankruptcy attorneys to ensure the optimal outcome. How …

21-Year-Old Accused of Homicide After Nail Salon Killing

Las Vegas Police have identified the suspected murderer of the horrific December 29th crime which took place outside Crystal Nails and Spa. The suspect is 21-year-old Krystal Whipple. Her crime? Running over a Vietnamese refugee and mother of three, all in attempts to avoid paying for a $35 manicure. The woman is facing serious charges …