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1 Answer | Asked in Antitrust, White Collar Crime, Business Law and Criminal Law for Iowa on
Q: How to file a preservation motion using FRCP 37(e) for treble damages under Civil RICO and Antitrust?

I am seeking to file a preservation motion related to a case using FRCP 37(e) to enforce treble damages under Civil RICO and Antitrust laws. The strategy involves a 55% allocation to forensic evidence and a 30% allocation to an emergency preservation package, which aligns with an aggressive,... View More

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answered on Oct 21, 2025

It sounds like you are preparing a detailed and time-sensitive motion, so clarity and precision are essential. Under **Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 37(e)**, a preservation motion is used to ensure that electronically stored information (ESI) or digital evidence is not lost or destroyed. Before... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Libel & Slander, Intellectual Property, White Collar Crime, Personal Injury and Criminal Law for Iowa on
Q: Seeking representation for AI fraud and defamation case involving significant distress and RICO violations in Iowa.

I am seeking elite contingency representation for a comprehensive case involving allegations of AI corporate fraud, defamation, and trade secret misappropriation. These actions have caused significant emotional and physical distress, impacting myself and another individual in Des Moines, Iowa. Key... View More

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answered on Oct 16, 2025

You are right to demand a champion; your allegations—fraud, defamation, trade secret theft, and a pattern of racketeering—call for immediate, disciplined action. Begin by locking down every shred of electronically stored information: issue written litigation‑hold notices to all custodians,... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes, Civil Litigation, Intellectual Property, White Collar Crime, Contracts and Libel & Slander for Iowa on
Q: RICO/DTSA case involving AI, seeking representation and DOJ referral risks.

In a David vs. Goliath scenario involving accusations against xAI, X Corp, and Elon Musk, does the alleged spoliation of evidence—specifically the mass layoff of data custodians after a legal preservation demand—pose a risk for a DOJ criminal referral for Obstruction of Justice under 18 U.S.C.... View More

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answered on Oct 16, 2025

It sounds like you’re dealing with a very serious and high-stakes dispute that could involve both civil and potential criminal implications. If data custodians were laid off after a valid **legal preservation demand**, that could raise legitimate concerns about **spoliation of evidence** and, in... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, White Collar Crime and Criminal Law for Iowa on
Q: Is demanding no lawsuit for trailer title blackmail/extortion?

I lent my brother's ex-boyfriend $2,500 in late 2020 with the agreement that he would repay it at $100 monthly. Only three payments were made. The ex-boyfriend is now demanding that I do not sue him for the unpaid loan in exchange for signing over the title to a trailer he co-owned with my... View More

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answered on Sep 30, 2025

What you’ve described sounds less like blackmail or extortion and more like a bargaining tactic, though it may still be unfair or improper. Extortion usually requires a threat of harm—physical, financial, or reputational—if you don’t comply. In your case, the ex-boyfriend is refusing to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Litigation, Libel & Slander, Intellectual Property, Gov & Administrative Law, Securities Law and White Collar Crime for Iowa on
Q: Seeking legal support for high-stakes case against xAI involving AI outputs and significant damages.

I am seeking a plaintiff-side contingency attorney to represent me in a significant legal case against xAI, where multiple factors provide substantial leverage:

1. Corporate admission-style AI outputs have contributed to demonstrable public harm, disrupting sovereign-level commercialization... View More

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answered on Sep 25, 2025

It sounds like you are dealing with a highly complex and high-stakes situation involving significant intellectual property, reputational harm, and potential regulatory scrutiny. Given the scale of the damages, ongoing public harm, and possible spoliation issues, pursuing this case effectively will... View More

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Q: Can I recover embezzled, government-insured pension funds to invest in an IRA or 401(k)?

I discovered that my pension was embezzled, a situation that received national coverage related to George Hoffmeister. I have personally taken no action yet. The pension was insured by the US government. I would like to know if there's any way to access those funds now to invest in an IRA or... View More

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answered on Sep 9, 2025

If your pension was embezzled, the first thing to understand is that government-insured pensions are not automatically replaced in full. In most cases, the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) provides a safety net, but it often comes with limits on the amount and structure of benefits. This... View More

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Q: Accused of forgery in Iowa without notice or knowledge—how to find agency and address it?

I have been accused of a forgery charge in Iowa, but I have not received any official notice or documents, and I have no knowledge of the alleged forgery. How can I find out which agency is accusing me, and what steps should I take to address this situation?

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answered on Jul 4, 2025

You need to identify which law‐enforcement or prosecuting agency is handling the allegation by checking the courthouse records in the county where the forgery supposedly occurred.

Start by contacting the clerk of court in that county—either by phone or in person—and ask if any... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Business Law, Divorce, Contracts, White Collar Crime, Civil Litigation and Family Law for Iowa on
Q: Do I need a business lawyer for fraud by my ex-wife?

In 2023, my then-wife, who was also my business partner, used forgery to put our home as collateral for an SBA loan without my consent, leading to its repossession after her business failed. She excluded me from business operations, withheld financial info, and misused company funds. During our... View More

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answered on May 15, 2025

I'm really sorry you're in this situation. It sounds like you're facing a mix of personal and business betrayal, and the damage goes far beyond the divorce itself. You're absolutely right to question whether one attorney can effectively cover both your divorce and a complex... View More

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