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Interim Report of the Statewide Grand Jury (Reported December 16, 2024)
An indictment, information, or complaint is merely an allegation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
New Jersey State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners Revokes License of Physical Therapist
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs today announced that the State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners (“Board”) has revoked the license of a North Jersey physical therapist who admitted to engaging in sexual relations with one patient and allegedly made inappropriate remarks to another.
Dinsmore Attorneys Help Secure Ohio Supreme Court Ruling in Opioid Case
Earlier this month, the Ohio Supreme Court, on the certification of a state-law question from the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, ruled that the Ohio Product Liability Law abrogates claims asserted against sellers of prescription opioids for costs related to opioid abuse treatment that are based upon a public nuisance theory.
Bradley Attorney Trenton Patterson Receives 2024 Pathfinder Atlas Award
Bradley is pleased to announce that Trenton K. Patterson has been named among the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity’s (LCLD) 2024 Pathfinder Atlas Award winners.
Shook Releases Podcast Series with Overview of AI
n the new era of artificial intelligence (A.I.) and its implications for business and the law, Shook released a series of podcasts in collaboration with Law.com, AI Here and Now. Lead by Shook’s Vice President of Intellectual Property Practice, Cory Fisher and Director of Shook’s Privacy Compliance and AI Governance Task Force Camila Tobón, AI Here and Now provides listeners with an AI overview, issues abroad and a deep dive into federal regulations.
Anne Arundel County Man Sentenced for Illegal Dumping of Over 250,000 Scrap Tires in Allegany County
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced the sentencing of Michel Osei, 48, of Hanover, Maryland, on environmental crimes charges related to the illegal dumping and ultimate abandonment of over 250,000 scrap tires at a site in Allegany County, Maryland.
Attorney General Knudsen files lawsuit against Biden administration’s unlawful plan to halt coal production
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen filed a lawsuit against a Biden administration plan that will halt federal coal production in Powder River Basin, which accounts for 85 percent of all coal produced on federal land, and effectively kill Montana’s coal industry.
Husch Blackwell Guides Legacy Sports Partners in Acquisition of Danish Professional Soccer Club
Husch Blackwell served as buyer’s counsel to Legacy Sports Partners in its acquisition of Vendsyssel FF, a professional football club based in Hjørring, Denmark.
Nelson Mullins Names 2025 Partnership Class
The partners of Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP have promoted 36 attorneys to the partnership effective Jan. 1, 2025. Overall, the firm promoted 36 new partners across 19 cities and 13 states.
Reed Smith represents ORIX Capital Partners on its sale of Tri-State Utilities and Pipe Vision
Global law firm Reed Smith announced today that it advised ORIX Capital Partners (ORIX) on the sale Tri-State Utilities (Tri-State) and Pipe Vision from National Underground Group, Inc., an ORIX portfolio company, to Vortex Companies, LLC (Vortex).
Attorney General James Provides Tips for New Yorkers to Protect Their Privacy When Using Mobile Phone Messaging
New York State Attorney General Letitia James today issued a consumer alert urging New Yorkers to protect their privacy when using mobile phone messaging. The FBI and other federal agencies recently warned Americans of coordinated attacks on U.S. telecom wireless networks that may have allowed hackers to intercept texts and other messages.
Former Paterson Mayor Joey Torres Pleads Guilty to Contempt of Court for Violating Court Ban on Running for Office
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) today announced that Jose “Joey” Torres, the former mayor of Paterson, New Jersey, pleaded guilty in connection with his 2022 campaign to retake the mayor’s seat, which violated a 2017 judicial order banning him from running for or holding public office.
Donteh Devoe Sentenced to 25 Years for Sexual Abuse of a Minor
Superior Court Judge Peter Ramgren sentenced Donteh Devoe, 42, to serve 25 years in custody for one count of Sexual Abuse of a Minor in the Second Degree. After serving his period of incarceration, Devoe will be on felony probation for 10 years.
Attorney General Marshall Joins 18-state Coalition Brief Supporting Louisiana’s Ten Commandments Law
Attorney General Steve Marshall announced joining an 18-state coalition brief led by Kentucky in support of Louisiana’s law related to Ten Commandments displays in public school classrooms.
Holland & Knight Advises Valiant Solutions on Strategic Investment from Bluestone Investment Partners
Holland & Knight advised Valiant Solutions LLC, a leading provider of enterprise-wide cybersecurity services for federal agencies, on a strategic investment from Bluestone Investment Partners.
AG Nessel Files Emergency Appeal to Reverse Parole of Convicted Rapist
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel filed an emergency parole appeal in the 30th Circuit Court in Ingham County to reverse the parole granted to William Lamont Bonds, 56, currently incarcerated at the Carson City Correctional Facility. Bonds is scheduled to be released on parole on February 20, 2025.
AG Fitch Delivers Emergency Overdose Boxes AcrossJackson Metro Area
Attorney General Lynn Fitch delivered Emergency Overdose Boxes to partners across the Jackson Metro area as partof her One Pill Can Kill campaign, a public awareness initiative to educate,support, and empower Mississippians with information on the dangers offentanyl, how to identify it, and what to do if someone is overdosing.
Ohio Super Lawyers Recognizes 57 UB Greensfelder Attorneys in 2025
UB Greensfelder LLP is pleased to announce that its attorneys have earned multiple honors in the 2025 edition of Ohio Super Lawyers, a research-driven, peer-influenced rating service featuring outstanding lawyers who have demonstrated excellence in the practice of law.
Dinsmore Strengthens National Labor and Employment Team with Two Additions in Colorado
Dinsmore & Shohl LLP has deepened the Firm’s labor and employment bench in Denver with the addition of partner Colin Barnacle, who has more than 20 years of experience working in a variety of legal environments.
Littler Mourns the Passing of Michael J. Lotito
It is with profound sadness that Littler shares the passing of Michael J. Lotito.