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Federal court orders Thornapple to use accessible voting system for November election
A federal court in the Western District of Wisconsin has issued a preliminary injunction requiring the Town of Thornapple to provide an accessible voting system at its polling places for the upcoming November 5 federal general election. This decision follows a complaint filed by the United States on September 20, alleging that Thornapple had not complied with Section 301 of the Help America Vote Act (HAVA) during previous elections.
Four men charged with exporting firearms illegally from US
Haitham Al-Dulaimi, Haider Lazem, Hasan Wasak, and Abdullah Alsajee have been arrested in Louisville, Kentucky. The arrests followed an unsealed indictment charging them with conspiracy to violate the Export Control Reform Act, smuggling goods from the United States, engaging in the business of dealing firearms without a license, making false statements in firearm purchases, and defrauding the U.S. government. Additionally, Alsajee, Lazem, and Wasak face charges for making false statements when purchasing firearms.
Pennsylvania trooper sentenced for fatal crash involving off-duty incident
A Pennsylvania State Trooper, Michael J. Brown, has been sentenced to six to 23 months in prison following his conviction for vehicular homicide. The sentencing took place in Tioga County Court, with Brown expected to begin his prison term on November 1. In addition to the prison sentence, he has been ordered to pay a $1,000 fine and over $4,000 in restitution for funeral expenses.
G7 ministers meet in Italy to address global security threats
Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco attended the G7 Interior Ministers Meeting in Mirabella Eclano, Italy, on October 3-4. During the meeting, she emphasized the significance of international cooperation in maintaining the rule of law and addressing global threats.
AG Nessel files charges over alleged double voting in St. Clair Shores
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has announced felony charges against four residents of St. Clair Shores for allegedly voting twice in the August 2024 Primary Election. Additionally, three assistant clerks from the same city face charges for purportedly altering voter records to misrepresent absentee ballots as rejected instead of received.
Illinois man charged with possession of child sexual abuse material
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has charged a Belleville, Illinois resident, Joshua Gallant, with possessing child sexual abuse material. The charges are part of Raoul's collaboration with federal and local law enforcement agencies to address the issue of online child exploitation in Illinois.
UB Greensfelder Attorney James A. Goldsmith Selected as Corporate Honoree for Facing History & Ourselves 25th Anniversary Cleveland Benefit
UB Greensfelder LLP is pleased to announce James A. Goldsmith’s selection as a corporate honoree for the 25th Anniversary of Facing History & Ourselves Cleveland Benefit held on September 26.
‘I’ve got video of you’: New Blackmail Scam
A new scam that uses public images of people’s homes to attempt to trick them into sending scammers thousands of dollars in Bitcoin is hitting email inboxes across the state.
Foley Launches PEAK Partner Training Program, Furthers Commitment to Continuous Learning
Foley & Lardner LLP is pleased to announce the launch of PEAK (Partner Excellence Actionable Knowledge), a regular and comprehensive curriculum of programs and resources to support our partners and meet their needs of continuous growth, learning, and development.
Kobach, AG coalition question pediatrics academy on possible violations of gender care recommendations
Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach and a coalition of 20 state attorneys general are putting the American Academy of Pediatrics on notice for possible violations of state consumer protection laws over the AAP’s recommendation that puberty blockers are safe and reversible for children.
Maryland Securities Division Announces Refunds for Clients of Precious Metals Firm GSI Exchange
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown’s Securities Division announced that the office has reached a settlement with True Bullion LLC DBA Gold Silver International Exchange DBA GSI Exchange LLC (“GSI Exchange”) and its Senior Partner, Anthony Allen Anderson.
124 companies urge third-party litigation funding disclosure rule for federal courts
WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline) – A total of 124 companies have sent a letter to the Advisory Committee on Civil Rules urging creation of a new rule that would require a uniform process for the disclosure of third-party litigation funding in federal cases nationwide.
W.Va. attorneys secure key victory in Pa. contamination case
HARRISBURG, Pa. – Some West Virginia attorneys are declaring a key victory in a Pennsylvania case regarding properties contaminated with arsenic and lead decades after a U.S. Steel facility was shuttered.
Providence man sentenced to 45 years in state prison for murdering estranged wife
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced that a Providence man has been sentenced in Providence County Superior Court to 45 years at the Adult Correctional Institutions (ACI) for killing his estranged wife, Maniriho Nkinamubanzi, in 2017.
Jones Day welcomes Julie Shin in New York to Firm's Intellectual Property Practice
Julie Shin has joined Jones Day as of counsel in the Intellectual Property Practice. She will be based in the Firm's New York Office.
Super Lawyers Names Boston Attorneys as “Rising Stars”
Massachusetts Super Lawyers has named two Shook attorneys among its list of “Rising Stars” for 2024.
Judge grants an extra dozen depositions for the FTC in case against Amazon
SEATTLE (Legal Newsline) - The Federal Trade Commission can interview 22 witnesses from Amazon, a federal judge has ruled in allowing the agency to exceed the usual maximum.
Attorney General Ellison releases updated voter protection guidance ahead of upcoming elections
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has issued updated guidance for voters, focusing on ensuring safe and intimidation-free voting. The guidance, available on the Attorney General's website, outlines state and federal protections for voters. A new Election Report Form is also available for Minnesotans to report any voting challenges.
California DOJ investigates officer-involved shooting in Bakersfield
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has announced that the California Department of Justice (DOJ) is conducting an investigation into an officer-involved shooting in Bakersfield. The incident, which occurred on October 2, 2024, at around 1:30 a.m., resulted in the death of one individual.
California officials address voter rights and election security ahead of general election
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber held a press conference in Los Angeles to discuss voter rights and law enforcement responsibilities ahead of the November 5, 2024, general election. The officials emphasized their commitment to ensuring free and fair elections in California.