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Attorney General Raúl Torrez Releases New Inspection of Public Records Act Guide
Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced the release of the New Mexico Department of Justice’s new Inspection of Public Records Act (IPRA) guide, a comprehensive resource for government transparency in New Mexico.
Jury has to decide if low blood sodium, or something else, caused woman's fall
RICHMOND, Va. (Legal Newsline) - A woman who blamed her fall on an emergency physician’s failure to treat low blood sodium will have to go back to trial, after the Virginia Supreme Court reversed her $1.6 million jury verdict based on improper jury instructions.
EPA's new PFAS rules called unscientific, unacceptable
WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline) - The federal government has finally completed its assessment of chemicals known as PFAS, pushing forward regulations that one group calls "rushed" and "unscientific."
Ohio, Texas classes could be certified in drug-pricing case against Kroger
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Legal Newsline) - Things are getting real for Kroger as it defends itself against a class action lawsuit brought by a woman who did not enroll in its savings club but still wanted discounts on pharmaceuticals.
Attorney General Bird Shuts Down Biden Climate Mandate on Businesses
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird today announced a victory against the Biden Administration’s Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) mandate that forces business to track and report greenhouse gas emissions.
AG Nessel Issues ‘Lottery Club’ Guidance Ahead of Powerball Drawing Worth Billions
Ahead of Saturday’s Powerball Drawing, which could be worth nearly $1.25 billion, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel wants to remind residents that gambling should be done responsibly and cautions Michigan residents who are eager to improve their chances by joining “lottery clubs.”
Litigator Sarah Clutts Joins Fox Rothschild in Oklahoma City
Fox Rothschild is pleased to welcome Sarah Clutts to the Oklahoma City office as counsel in the Litigation Department.
101 subdivisions apply for first round of opioid abatement grants
The Office of Attorney General Gentner Drummond is reviewing 101 applications for the first distribution of grant funds from the Oklahoma Opioid Abatement Board.
Troutman Pepper Partners With Rising for Justice to Help Pro Bono Client Move Forward With Life
A pair of Troutman Pepper attorneys recently helped to convince a court to seal arrest records of a pro bono client who had spent more than two decades dealing with difficulties associated with them.
Class action questions Combos snacks claims of 'real cheese'
The company that makes Combos snacks is facing a class action lawsuit saying its claims of using real cheese in its products are misleading.
Morrisey, other AGs: DOJ must reconsider ‘red flag’ gun law hub
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey and other Republican AGs say a new hub created by the U.S. Department of Justice “pushes for the more aggressive use of so-called ‘red flag’ gun laws.”
Attorney General Formella, AG Coalition Shuts Down SEC Climate Mandate on Businesses
Attorney General John M. Formella announced a victory against a Security and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) mandate that would force businesses to track and report greenhouse gas emissions.
Consumer Alert – Scammers Targeting New Hampshire Residents by Posing as Medicare to Obtain Personal Identifying Information
Attorney General John M. Formella issues a Consumer Alert for New Hampshire residents, especially New Hampshire Medicare recipients, warning of scammers posing as Medicare representatives to obtain personal identifying information.
Attorney General Moody Announces Arrest for Financial Exploitation of Florida Senior
Attorney General Ashley Moody's Medicaid Fraud Control Unit has announced the arrest of Ira Roberts for financially exploiting an elderly Escambia resident. Roberts was found to have taken more than $17,000 from the senior's bank account over an 18-month period, using the funds for personal bills and purchases from various stores.Moody expressed her dismay at the situation, stating, "This man, while serving in a position of trust as a power of attorney, stole more than $17,000 from a senior victim's bank account to use on himself. It is shameful that instead of faithfully...
DOJ Publishes New Rule to Update Definition of “Engaged in the Business” as a Firearms Dealer
The Justice Department has taken a significant step towards clarifying the regulations around the sale of firearms. The department announced the submission of the “Engaged in the Business” Final Rule to the Federal Register. This new rule aims to define the circumstances under which an individual is considered to be 'engaged in the business' of dealing in firearms. The primary goal of this rule is to enhance compliance with the federal background check requirement for firearm sales by federal firearms licensees.In a statement, the Justice Department highlighted the...
Walmart defends sunscreen as 'reef friendly'
TAMPA, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - Walmart is arguing a class action lawsuit accusing it of destroying the ocean's coral reef is ridiculous.
Snapchat says it's not to blame for crash that killed teen girl
CHARLESTON, S.C. (Legal Newsline) - Snapchat is attacking a wrongful death lawsuit that blames its Speed Filter for a fatal car accident in South Carolina.
Company sued for making Mexican-style ice cream in California wins
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - A controversial class action lawyer is not be able to sue the maker of Mexican-style frozen treats because they are made in California.
Va. law firm hopes to recoup at least $7 million in attorneys fees from Kytch
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (Legal Newsline) - A Virginia law firm has gone to court to enforce an arbitration award in a dispute worth at least $7 million dollars from a former client.
Lawsuit says ant killer won't kill 162 mounds
MIAMI (Legal Newsline) - A class action lawsuit against Scotts and Walmart says ant-killer they sell won't treat as many mounds as promised on the package.