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Attorney General Charity Clark Sues TikTok for Targeting Kids with Addictive & Exploitative Features
Attorney General Charity Clark announced a lawsuit against TikTok Inc. for multiple violations of Vermont’s Consumer Protection Act.
Election Implications for Telehealth & Digital Health Providers on October 16, 2024
This presentation will examine the federal landscape ahead of the 2024 election with particular insights on potential legislative and regulatory impacts for telehealth and digital health providers.
Clark Hill Expands in Atlanta With the Election Law Group
Clark Hill announced that it has added a trio of political law specialists to its Atlanta office.
Three Shook Attorneys Named to Connecticut Super Lawyers
Three Shook attorneys have received recognition from Super Lawyers Magazine.
Attorney General Platkin, Multistate Coalition Announce $52 Million Settlement for Marriott, Starwood Data Breaches
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced that a coalition of 50 Attorneys General reached a $52 million settlement with Marriott International, Inc. to resolve investigations concerning two information security failures, including one widespread data breach.
Oral arguments presented at U.S. Supreme Court today in Glossip v. Oklahoma
Attorney General Gentner Drummond was in the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) today for oral arguments in Glossip v. Oklahoma
Attorney General Formella Announces $52 Million Multistate Settlement with Marriott for Data Breach of Starwood Guest Reservation Database
Attorney General John M. Formella announces tday that he, as part of a coalition of 50 Attorneys General, has reached a settlement with Marriott International, Inc.
AG Rosenblum Announces $52 Million National Data Breach Settlement with Marriott; $2.1 million to go to Oregon
Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum announced that a coalition of 50 states, led by Oregon along with eight other states, has reached a settlement with Marriott International, Inc. over a massive 4-year long data breach of its Starwood system databases.
AG Nessel Issues Formal Opinion on Extension for AV Ballots for Military Personnel Due to Veterans Day Holiday
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued a formal opinion regarding the six-day grace period for the absent voter ballots of individuals serving in the military or living overseas.
Oklahoma grand jury finds mismanagement in pandemic education relief funds
A Multi-County Grand Jury investigation in Oklahoma has revealed significant mismanagement and misspending of the Governor’s Emergency Educational Relief (GEER) fund, which was intended to mitigate educational disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The report from the Grand Jury, although finding no criminal actions or willful corruption, described the handling of funds as "irresponsible, disappointing, and indefensible."
Office of Information Policy releases summary of 2024 Chief FOIA Officer Reports
The Office of Information Policy (OIP) has released its summary and assessment of the 2024 Chief FOIA Officer (CFO) Reports from various agencies. The report focuses on improvements in five key areas: FOIA leadership, fair administration, proactive disclosures, technology utilization for efficiency, and removing access barriers.
AGs urge DHS for voter status verification before elections
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson, along with 15 other state attorneys general, has addressed a letter to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. The coalition urges the department to verify the immigration status of registered voters upon request to protect the integrity of upcoming elections.
Virginia contractor settles over data security failures involving Medicare beneficiaries
ASRC Federal Data Solutions LLC (AFDS), based in Reston, Virginia, has agreed to settle allegations related to the False Claims Act. The allegations involve a government contract concerning the storage of unsecured personal information of Medicare beneficiaries. As part of the settlement, AFDS will pay $306,722 and forgo any reimbursement rights for costs incurred during a data breach remediation, including at least $877,578 spent on notifying affected individuals and providing credit monitoring services.
Justice Department settles with mortgage firm over redlining allegations
The Justice Department and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) have announced that Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation has agreed to a settlement of $8 million, alongside a $1.9 million civil penalty. This resolves allegations of lending discrimination through redlining in predominantly Black neighborhoods in Birmingham, Alabama.
California businessman receives prison sentence for over $1 million tax evasion
A California businessman has been sentenced to 15 months in prison for tax evasion, following a conviction for failing to pay over $1 million in individual and corporate income taxes owed to the IRS and the California Franchise Tax Board.
Unlicensed midwife sentenced after newborn's death in Sullivan County
Attorney General Michelle Henry announced the sentencing of Brigitte Meckes, who acted as a midwife without a medical license during a 2022 home birth in Sullivan County. Meckes has been sentenced to serve between 8 years and 8 months to 17 years and 4 months in prison. The jury found her guilty of involuntary manslaughter, aggravated assault, and related charges following the death of an infant.
Attorney General Todd Rokita co-leads 22-state brief on sex-change procedures
Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita is co-leading a 22-state effort defending states' authority to ban sex-change procedures for minors. This legal initiative involves filing an amicus brief to the U.S. Supreme Court, with Indiana, Kentucky, and Arkansas at the forefront.
Former Air Force member charged with sexual assault at UK base
A former U.S. Air Force member has been indicted for a 2019 sexual assault at Royal Air Force Mildenhall in the United Kingdom. The indictment, unsealed today in the Southern District of Florida, charges James Loubeau, 36, from Miami, with one count of sexual abuse and two counts of abusive sexual contact.
Oregon Attorney General reminds residents of voter registration deadline today
Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum has issued a reminder to Oregonians that the deadline to register for the upcoming general election on November 5 is tonight, October 15, at 11:59 pm. Residents uncertain about their registration status can verify it through the Secretary of State’s website.
California AG issues alert on unlawful employment restrictions
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued a consumer alert to inform workers about illegal restraints on employee mobility, including no-poach agreements, non-compete agreements, and Training Reimbursement Agreement Provisions (TRAPS). These contracts often violate California law by restricting job mobility and suppressing wages.