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$9B for ovarian cancer claims rejected by judge; J&J heads back to court
HOUSTON (Legal Newsline) - A "heavily negotiated" plan to end tens of thousands of ovarian cancer claims with a $9 billion fund that has "significant support" can't be confirmed, a Houston bankruptcy judge has ruled.
Attorney General Kaul Urges consumers to Check Eligibility for Compensation for Inflated Generic Drug Price
Attorney General Josh Kaul is urging consumers to check their eligibility for compensation for certain generic drug purchases as Wisconsin joins 50 states and territories in seeking preliminary approval for a $39.1 million settlement with generic drug manufacturer Apotex over conspiracy to inflate prices and limit competition.
Settlement Update: Consumers To Check Eligibility for Compensation for Inflated Generic Drug Prices
Attorney General Charity Clark is urging consumers to check their eligibility for compensation for certain generic drug purchases as Vermont joins 50 states and territories in seeking preliminary approval for a $39.1 million settlement with generic drug manufacturer Apotex over conspiracy to inflate prices and limit competition.
AG Jennings co-leads national call to lawyers: stand strong against Trump’s threats
Attorney General Kathy Jennings, co-leading a coalition of 21 attorney generals, issued Wednesday an open letter to the legal community warning of illegal attempts by the Trump administration to deter lawyers from challenging the administration’s actions or representing politically disfavored clients.
Attorney General Lopez Fights for Lahaina Disaster Case Management Program Fema Funds
Attorney General Anne Lopez joined a coalition of 22 other attorneys general in filing a motion seeking a court order to force the Trump administration to unfreeze essential funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
McGuireWoods’ Peter Farley to Join Precision Aviation Group
McGuireWoods Atlanta partner Peter Farley will join Precision Aviation Group as chief legal officer, where he will have responsibility for all legal matters and compliance.
Attorney General Hilgers Urges Consumers to Check Eligibility for Compensation for Inflated Generic Drug Prices
Attorney General Hilgers is urging consumers to check their eligibility for compensation for certain generic drug purchases as Nebraska joins 50 states and territories in seeking preliminary approval for a $39.1 million settlement with generic drug manufacturer Apotex over conspiracy to inflate prices and limit competition.
AG Nessel Urges 23andMe Users to Consider Deleting Accounts Amid Bankruptcy
Following the Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing of genetic testing company 23andMe on Sunday, March 23, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is urging account holders to consider proactive steps to protect their sensitive personal data.
Pharr resident charged for child exploitation after attempt to exit U.S. with a minor
A resident of Pharr, Texas, has been charged with producing child pornography involving a 16-year-old minor, as revealed by U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.
Maryland man sentenced for drug conspiracy in West Virginia
Charles Edward Scott from Damascus, Maryland, has been sentenced to a prison term of 156 months following his involvement in a drug conspiracy distributing the drug "boot" in West Virginia.
Charleston resident sentenced for fentanyl distribution while on parole
Charles Eugene Moore, a 37-year-old resident of Charleston, has been sentenced to three years and five months in prison.
Med-Surg Physician Group settles false claims allegations with $152,382.70 payment
Acting United States Attorney Lisa G. Johnston has announced a resolution concerning allegations against Med-Surg Physician Group Inc. and its owner Oluyemisi Sangodeyi, M.D. They will pay $152,382.70 to settle claims of violating the federal...
Maryland man gets 10-year sentence for evidence fabrication
John Austin Perkins, III, a 45-year-old resident of Hagerstown, Maryland, has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for fabricating evidence during a federal investigation.
New Orleans man sentenced for federal gun and drug violations
Quindelle Addison, a 48-year-old New Orleans resident, received his sentence on March 26, 2025, for violating the Federal Gun Control Act and the Federal Controlled Substances Act.
New Orleans man sentenced for firearm possession during Mardi Gras
Julius Augillard, a 39-year-old resident of New Orleans, has been sentenced for firearm possession.
Ketchikan Jury Convicts Andrew Hanson of Multiple Drug Felonies Involving Fentanyl and Methamphetamine
A Ketchikan jury convicted 40-year-old Andrew Hanson on multiple drug related charges.
Attorney General Mayes Joins Bipartisan Coalition Backing Legislation to Curb Contraband Cell Phones in Prisons
Attorney General Kris Mayes joined a bipartisan coalition of 30 other attorneys general calling on Congress to pass H.R. 2350 and S. 1137, federal legislation allowing states to deploy cell phone jamming systems in prisons.
Foley Expands Prominent State Attorneys General Practice with Addition of Three-Attorney Team
Foley & Lardner LLP announced that the firm has further strengthened its nationwide State Attorneys General Practice with the addition of three seasoned AG practitioners, partners Siran Faulders and Stephen Cobb in Washington, D.C., and of counsel Meghan Stoppel in Denver, all of whom previously held leadership roles in state AG offices.
Attorney General Brown Urges Consumers to Check Eligibility for Compensation for Inflated Generic Drug Prices
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown is urging consumers to check their eligibility for compensation for certain generic drug purchases as Maryland joins 50 states and territories in seeking preliminary approval for a $39.1 million settlement with generic drug manufacturer Apotex over conspiracy to inflate prices and limit competition.
Family Office Real Estate Investment Breakfast 2025 on April 3
Bill Davis will moderate the panel "Family Office Investment Strategies" and Jennifer Nellany will moderate the panel "Family Office Formation and Structure" at the Family Office Real Estate Investment Breakfast hosted by the MBA of NY.