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Albuquerque seeks partial end to police consent decree after achieving high compliance
The Justice Department and the City of Albuquerque have jointly filed a motion seeking court approval to terminate certain parts of the consent decree involving the Albuquerque Police Department (APD). This move follows an independent monitor's report indicating that APD has achieved full compliance with 99% of the decree's terms, marking its highest level of compliance.
Michigan Senate passes bills enhancing protections for vulnerable adults
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has expressed approval for the Michigan Senate's recent passage of Senate Bills 922-925. This legislative package, supported by both the Attorney General and the Department’s Elder Abuse Task Force, aims to enhance protections for vulnerable adults. The bills focus on increasing penalties for abuse and financial exploitation while promoting prevention programs.
America First Legal files amicus brief urging Supreme Court review of school curriculum
Today, America First Legal (AFL) and co-counsel Christopher Mills submitted an amicus brief to the Supreme Court of the United States. The brief urges the court to review a case involving Montgomery County Public School District's (MCPS) curriculum on sexuality and gender identity. According to AFL, MCPS does not permit parents to opt their children out of this curriculum, which they argue infringes upon parental rights.
Dielectric Materials fined $90k for alleged hazardous waste violations in Wisconsin
Attorney General Josh Kaul has announced a civil judgment against Dielectric Materials, Inc. for alleged hazardous waste violations at its Ozaukee County facility. The company is required to pay a $90,000 penalty as part of the settlement approved by the Ozaukee County Circuit Court on October 8, 2024.
Attorneys general seek Supreme Court support for Tennessee's ban on gender treatments
Attorney General Tim Griffin, along with attorneys general from Kentucky and Indiana, has filed an amicus brief to the United States Supreme Court. The brief supports a Tennessee law that bans certain medical treatments for gender dysphoria in minors, including puberty blockers and hormones. Griffin emphasized the role of state representatives in determining safe procedures for children within their states.
Connecticut fisherman sentenced for tax evasion on fishing income
A Connecticut man has been sentenced to one year and one day in prison for tax evasion related to his earnings from commercial fishing activities in Massachusetts.
Alexandra Katich Selected for 2024 Colorado General Counsel Mentor Program
Nelson Mullins is proud to announce Denver-based partner Alexandra Katich was chosen for the 2024 Colorado General Counsel Mentor Program.
P&A Attorney Benjamin J. Hochberg Appointed to the New Jersey Supreme Court’s District Vc Ethics Committee
Peckar & Abramson, P.C. (P&A) is pleased to announce that Benjamin J. Hochberg, Senior Counsel in the firm’s River Edge, NJ office, was appointed to the New Jersey Supreme Court’s District VC Ethics Committee.
'Slammed the door in my face': Key cog in South Carolina's asbestos court not at U.K. showdown
A London judge hearing a U.K. company’s challenge to receivership orders handed down by his judicial counterpart in South Carolina called the procedure “a bit sort of odd,” given the U.K. company has never done business in South Carolina and has no assets there.
Supreme Court declines to hear appeal in rideshare driver misclassification suits
On October 7th, 2024, the U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear a crucial appeal by Uber Technologies, Inc. and Lyft, Inc. regarding ongoing lawsuits initiated by the State of California.
Attorney General Alan Wilson co-leads lawsuit against federal agency over staffing rule that would shut down some nursing homes and raise costs
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announces that he has co-led a coalition of 20 state attorneys general and groups that represent hundreds of not-for-profit aging services providers across the country in filing a lawsuit to overturn a new nursing home staffing mandate that’s impossible to implement.
AG Ferguson files lawsuit against TikTok for harming youth mental health
Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced that he is suing TikTok for putting profits before the well-being of millions of its most vulnerable users by creating a platform that is addictive to youth.
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.