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New York attorney general to introduce legislation aimed at curbing misuse of non-compete agreements
NEW YORK (Legal Newsline) — New York Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman announced last week the introduction of legislation meant to curb the rampant misuse of non-compete agreements.
Court signs $10 billion settlement order in Volkswagen 'clean diesel' case
SAN FRANCISCO (Legal Newsline) — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced last week that a federal judge in San Francisco has signed a $10 billion settlement, beginning the process for owners to receive compensation for the Volskwagen and Audio 2.0 liter diesel cars they bought.
EEOC announces $750,000 settlement with Schenker after race discrimination allegations
CHICAGO (Legal Newsline) — The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced last week that Schenker Inc., a leader in contract logistic services, will pay $750,000 after several charges of discrimination were filed against the company.
States settle with Hyundai, Kia for $41.2M
HARTFORD, Conn. (Legal Newsline) — Connecticut Attorney General George Jepsen announced last week that the state will receive $1,490,190 from a multistate settlement with automakers Hyundai and Kia after allegations the companies misrepresented mileage and fuel economy ratings.
Mon General Hospital agrees to change insurance coverage practices after EEOC settlement
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (Legal Newsline) — The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced last week that Mon General Hospital has agreed to conciliate sex discrimination charges by employee Kathy McIntire, who alleged she was denied spousal benefits for the sole reason that she is a female married to another female.
Montana to seek damages from Bridger after alleged 2015 oil spill
HELENA, Mont. (Legal Newsline) — Montana Attorney General Tim Fox, Gov. Steve Bullock and the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) recently announced an attempt to pursue natural resource damages from Bridger Pipeline LLC (Bridger).
DraftKings, FanDuel to each pay $6 million after allegedly deceiving New York consumers
NEW YORK (Legal Newsline) — New York Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman announced last week that his office has reached separate settlements with DraftKings and FanDuel for $6 million each after allegations the companies conducted deceptive advertising.
Kentucky city settles with U.S. after allegations of discriminating against pregnant employees
WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline) — The Department of Justice announced this week the city of Florence, Kentucky, has agreed to settle allegations of pregnancy and disability discrimination brought by the department under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Justice Department accuses Oregon woman of tax fraud scam
WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline) — The U.S. Department of Justice recently announced the decision to sue an Oregon woman over an alleged tax fraud scheme.
FTC, Justice Department issue guidance for HR professionals on antitrust laws
WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline) — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) along with the Justice Department’s Antitrust Division issued guidance last week for human resource (HR) professionals and other employees involved in compensation and hiring decisions.
NECC owes $225,000 after allegedly overbilling MassHealth, state Medicaid system
BOSTON (Legal Newsline) — Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey recently announced ADH Seller LLC (formerly New England Adult Day Health, LLC) doing business as New England Community Care LLC (NECC) will pay more than $200,000 after allegations of inappropriately billing the state’s Medicaid (MassHealth) for services not provided.
Cigna to drop MAT pre-authorization form; New York cites benefits for opioid disorder patients
NEW YORK (Legal Newsline) — Global health insurer Cigna has agreed to end its policy of requiring prior authorization for medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for opioid use disorder, New York Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman announced last week.
Missouri McDonald's to pay $56,000 after allegedly refusing to interview deaf applicant
ST. LOUIS (Legal Newsline) — The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced last week that McDonald’s Corporation and McDonald’s Restaurants of Missouri will pay $56,500 after allegations of refusing to interview a deaf job applicant at its restaurant in Belton because of his deafness.
EEOC settles with Embraer for $205 million after corrupt practices allegations
WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline) — The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced a settlement this week with the U.S. Department of Justice and Brazilian authorities that requires Embraer SA, an aircraft manufacturer, to pay $205 million for Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) violation allegations.
For-profit school network owes $4.3 million after settling alleged tax evasion case
NEW YORK (Legal Newsline) — New York Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman, acting tax commissioner Nonie Manion and Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced last week that a group of defendants operating a for-profit school will pay $4.3 million after allegations of overcharging the state for certain services and failing to pay millions in personal and corporate income tax.
Life Care to pay $145 million in largest False Claims Act case with skilled nursing facility
WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline) — The U.S Department of Justice announced this week Life Care Centers of America Inc. (Life Care) and owner Forrest L. Preston will pay $145 million after allegations of False Claims Act violations.
EEOC accuses Salvation Army of disability discrimination
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (Legal Newsline) — The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced a lawsuit last week against the Salvation Army, the global charitable organization, for allegations of refusing to hire a young man with an intellectual disability for an entry-level job.
Montana, Crow Nation agree to settlement involving coal taxes
HELENA, Mont. (Legal Newsline) — Montana Attorney General Tim Fox, Montana Gov. Steve Bullock, and Crow Nation Chairman Darrin Old Coyote recently signed an agreement to resolve a case involving assessment of taxes on coal owned by the Crow Nation.
Greek shipping vessel owners to pay $1.3 million after allegations of illegal oil dumping
SEATTLE (Legal Newsline) — U.S. Attorney Annette L. Hayes for the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington announced last week that the owners and operators of a Greek shipping vessel will pay $1.3 million for allegations of dumping oily waste into the sea.
FTC settles with Chemence after allegations of falsely saying products were 'Made in USA'
CLEVELAND (Legal Newsline) — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently announced that Chemence Inc., a specialty chemical company in Georgia, has agreed to not make claims that its strong, fast-acting glues are made in the United States.