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Court delays stall fraud cases against Schwalb Builders

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Nearly a year after their indictment, the trials in Sean and Avi Schwalb's criminal and civil cases are on hold after Sean changed lawyers and Avi filed for bankruptcy.

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  • Fraud and organized crime charges were filed against Sean Schwab and his father Avi of Schwalb Builders, with cases dragging on for almost two years. 20s
  • Attorney withdrawals and bankruptcy filings have contributed to significant delays in both criminal and civil proceedings. 1m 9s
  • Legal experts note that such delays are common tactics in complex fraud cases, often leaving victims in limbo. 1m 24s
  • Recent court decisions have permitted the cases to proceed, and a trustee is now seeking assets related to the alleged fraud. 2m 26s
  • Families impacted by the case remain hopeful that they will eventually have their day in court. 2m 35s
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