Solicitor Jailed for Swindling £80k from Vulnerable Client
A corrupt solicitor from Greater Manchester has been sentenced to prison after callously stealing £80,000 from an elderly and vulnerable client, a court heard.
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Lawyer fined for using AI to fake court citations
A solicitor in New South Wales faces severe penalties, including a hefty fine and costs order, for submitting AI-generated fake legal authorities in a court case, marking an Australian first for such misconduct.
Care worker waved soiled underpants at elderly resident
Shocking misconduct uncovered as a carer at a UK care home is filmed waving soiled underwear in an 85-year-old woman's face. The distressing incident has sparked outrage and calls for urgent reform in the care sector.
UK police arrest activists in pre-emptive protest crackdown
Metropolitan Police make pre-emptive arrests, including of a solicitor, to prevent a planned Defend Our Juries protest. Critics decry the move as an assault on democratic rights.
Met Officer Sacked for Lying About Cannabis Smell
PC Stuart Hooper was found guilty of gross misconduct after a tribunal ruled he lied about smelling cannabis to justify an unlawful stop of two men in Epping Forest. The officer has been dismissed without notice.
City Lawyer Struck Off For Falsifying Timesheets
A high-flying solicitor at a prestigious London law firm has been struck off after a disciplinary tribunal found he fabricated hundreds of work hours to fraudulently secure a partnership promotion.
Met Police officers face misconduct hearings over Dubai trips
Two Metropolitan Police officers are under investigation for alleged misconduct after failing to declare luxury trips to Dubai, raising serious questions about integrity and transparency within Scotland Yard.
Police Officer Dismissed for Gross Misconduct in Whitley Bay
A Northumbria Police officer has been dismissed without notice after a disciplinary panel found he used excessive force and breached professional standards during an arrest in Whitley Bay.
Nurse struck off for targeting vulnerable women on dating apps
Exclusive: Mental health nurse John Chukwunonso Iwuh has been removed from the register for gross misconduct after exploiting his professional position to target patients on dating platforms, in a serious breach of trust.
NHS Solicitor Wins Tribunal Over Freezing Office
Leila Ayad, an NHS solicitor, successfully sued her employer for subjecting her to 'intolerable' cold working conditions, winning over £8,000 in a landmark employment tribunal case.
The Crooked Lawyer: Unmasking Stephen David Jones
A riveting investigation into the double life of Stephen David Jones, a respected solicitor who masterminded a massive fraud, betraying clients and friends in a web of deceit that shocked Britain.
Cop sacked for stealing underwear caught on own bodycam
A Hertfordshire Constabulary officer has been dismissed after his own body-worn video captured him stealing a pair of women's underwear from a property he was searching. The shocking breach of trust was described as 'appalling' by the force's Deputy Chief
Queensland Corruption: 33% Witnessed It, 54% Silent
A damning report from Queensland's corruption watchdog reveals a deep-seated culture of silence, with 33% of public servants witnessing corruption and 54% failing to report it. Discover the alarming findings and the call for urgent reform.
Prison officer sacked over inmate phone sex scandal
A prison officer was caught having explicit phone conversations with a high-risk inmate, leading to her dismissal and a misconduct hearing.
Australia lifts PwC ban after Treasury scandal
The Australian Labor government has reversed its ban on PwC after the firm addressed misconduct linked to a Treasury scandal. Read the latest developments.
Pervert who took secret photos of women avoids jail
A man who covertly photographed female colleagues in a sexualised manner and uploaded the images online has been spared prison, sparking outrage.
BBC sacks Jermaine Jenas over misconduct claims
Former footballer and pundit Jermaine Jenas has been dismissed by the BBC following an investigation into workplace misconduct involving inappropriate messages.
CCTV clears Solicitor General in assault case
CCTV evidence overturned a wrongful conviction of Solicitor General Michael Tomlinson after a mistaken identity case in Bexleyheath.
Cricket coach investigated for sexual misconduct
A county cricket coach is under investigation following allegations of sexual misconduct, with the sport's governing body taking swift action.
Ex-Cricket Coach Suspended Over Misconduct Claims
A former county cricket coach has been suspended following serious allegations of sexual misconduct, sparking discussions on safeguarding in sports.
Jack de Belin confronts cop over career-ending lies
Former St George Illawarra Dragons player Jack de Belin has confronted the police officer whose false testimony in a sexual assault case derailed his NRL career.
Neil Woodford fined £2.5m over fund collapse
Former star fund manager Neil Woodford and his investment firm have been fined millions for misleading investors and mismanaging funds, marking a dramatic fall from grace.
Doctor banned for calling trans surgery 'medical butchery'
A controversial Australian doctor has been permanently barred from practising medicine after making inflammatory remarks about abortion and transgender surgery, sparking fierce debate.
Monash Uni Prof Accused of Child Abuse
Disturbing allegations of child abuse have emerged against Monash University professor Alan Boulton, sparking outrage and investigations.
California launches police misconduct database
California unveils a comprehensive public database tracking police misconduct, aiming to enhance accountability and rebuild public trust in law enforcement.
Police cleared over Keyham shooting image viewing
Two Sussex Police officers who viewed disturbing images from the Keyham shooting have been cleared of misconduct, sparking public outrage.
Flight delay after passenger caught vaping in toilet
A passenger's reckless decision to vape in the aircraft toilet caused significant delays, sparking outrage among fellow travellers and crew.
IOPC investigates police dragging man by hair in Wigan
The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has launched an investigation after CCTV footage showed officers dragging a man by his hair in Wigan. The incident has sparked public outcry and calls for accountability.
GMP officer probed over alleged assault in Wigan
A police officer from Greater Manchester is being investigated after CCTV footage allegedly shows him assaulting a man in Wigan. The Independent Office for Police Conduct is leading the inquiry.
Gwent Police officer dismissed for misconduct
A Gwent Police officer has been dismissed for gross misconduct after forming an inappropriate relationship with a vulnerable woman he met on duty.
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