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Coakley sues over asbestos removal
Coakley BOSTON (Legal Newsline) - Massachusetts Attorney General Martha Coakley announced on Tuesday that a lawsuit has been filed against a Lawrence, Mass., company and its president for violations of the Massachusetts Clean Air Act.
Iowa, hog farm reach agreement
Miller DES MOINES, Iowa (Legal Newsline) - Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller announced on Wednesday that he has obtained a consent degree with a hog production facility company.
Madigan concerned with allegedly dirty pool
Madigan CHICAGO (Legal Newsline) - Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan filed a complaint this week that will keep the swimming pool at a Metro-East hotel closed pending next month's hearing on alleged public health and sanitation violations.
N.Y. AG to review AT&T's purchase of T-Mobile
Schneiderman NEW YORK (Legal Newsline) - New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman announced on Tuesday that his office will conduct a thorough review of AT&T's acquisition of T-Mobile, a merger that would create the nation's largest wireless company.
Wis. AG follows up on more than 60 complaints
Van Hollen MADSION, Wis. (Legal Newsline) - Wisconsin Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen filed a lawsuit on Monday against First American Funding Company LLC of Columbus, Wis., for violations of the state's Direct Marketing and No-Call laws.
Three pharma companies settle pricing suits in Wisconsin
Van Hollen MADSION, Wis. (Legal Newsline) - Wisconsin Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen has reached a $4.2 million settlement agreement with three of the 36 pharmaceutical manufacturers charged with defrauding the state's Medicaid Program.
Nuclear plant's fire safety the latest issue for Schneiderman
Schneiderman NEW YORK (Legal Newsline) - New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman filed a petition on Monday with the federal Nuclear Regulatory Commission stressing urging action against the Indian Point nuclear power plant.
N.J. AG's settlement ends horse charity
NEWARK, N.J. (Legal Newsline) - New Jersey Attorney General Paula Dow announced a settlement on Friday with an unregistered charitable organization that allegedly misused funds meant to save horses.
Ala. AG happy with bingo ruling
Strange MONTGOMERY, Ala. (Legal Newsline) - Alabama Attorney General Luther Strange has voiced his support of Jefferson County Circuit Judge Eugene Verin's decision to dissolve an injunction against Sheriff Mike Hale over so-called "bingo" activities.
Coakley issues penalties against construction companies
Coakley BOSTON (Legal Newsline) - Massachusetts Attorney General Martha Coakley announced on Wednesday that two construction companies in Fitchburg are being required to pay penalties and restitution.
Wis. AG says business owner violated special order
Van Hollen MILWAUKEE (Legal Newsline) - Wisconsin Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen has filed a consumer protection enforcement action against a Milwaukee resident, alleging that her Internet-based business failed to deliver merchandise ordered through her website.
Koster sues over asbestos removal
Koster JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (Legal Newsline) - Missouri Attorney General Chris Koster announced on Wednesday that he has filed a lawsuit against a St. Louis resident for allegedly violating the Air Conservation Law of Missouri during demolition activities.
Biden, lawmakers take on foreclosures
Biden DOVER, Del. (Legal Newsline) - Delaware Attorney General Beau Biden and a bipartisan alliance of legislators unveiled five new bills last week to respond to the Delaware home foreclosure crisis and to improve the growth of the state's economy.