David Casuco, a writer and editor for Balita Media, revealed at a press conference that he has twice been forced to write articles against his will by Balita's publisher. Casuco believes the Balita management no longer values his independence as a journalist. Community leader Al Aquino criticized Balita for defending James Beirne and maligning the staff of PinoyWatchDog.com, who have exposed that Balita owners Anthony Allen and Luchie Mendoza-Allen also own the Law Office of James P. Beirne. Aquino announced he is filing a complaint against Beirne with the California State Bar for contempt of court regarding deceptive advertising.