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Boeing not to blame for murder-suicide, fends off reworked lawsuit
SEATTLE (Legal Newsline) - A woman has lost her second chance at blaming Boeing for a murder-suicide that was carried out by an employee, but not on company property.
Wisconsin DOJ continues probe into Heather Szekeres' death in Shawano County
The Wisconsin Department of Justice's Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is continuing its investigation into the 2013 disappearance and death of Heather Szekeres. The DCI is working alongside the Shawano County Sheriff and Shawano Police Department in this case.
Court grants temporary stay on Texas election integrity law injunction
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has obtained a temporary stay from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, which blocks a district court decision that had prevented the Office of the Attorney General from investigating illegal ballot harvesting under Senate Bill 1, known as Texas's election integrity law.
Indiana offers virtual training to combat rising antisemitism
Attorney General Todd Rokita recently conducted a training session aimed at addressing antisemitism in Indiana. Held on September 20, the event sought to educate attorneys, law enforcement officers, and others on preventing harassment, intimidation, threats, and other illegal conduct linked to antisemitism. Following its success, the training will be available on-demand for one year.
Pickaway County man arrested for alleged sexual abuse of minor
An investigation by the Circleville Police Department and the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation has resulted in the arrest of a 41-year-old man from Pickaway County. The individual, Matthew Nicklas, is accused of sexually abusing a minor.
Attorney General secures injunction over Joliet theatre's asbestos handling
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has secured an immediate and preliminary injunction against the Will County Metropolitan Exposition & Auditorium Authority. This development is part of an ongoing lawsuit concerning the alleged improper handling and storage of asbestos-containing materials during renovations at the Rialto Square Theatre in Joliet, Illinois.
Josh Stein addresses post-Hurricane Helene price gouging concerns
Attorney General Josh Stein addressed the issue of price gouging and disaster repair scams following Hurricane Helene. The North Carolina Department of Justice has received 196 complaints related to alleged price gouging, particularly concerning fuel, groceries, and hotel costs. These complaints primarily involve businesses in Buncombe, Cleveland, Madison, and Mecklenburg counties.
Michigan attorney faces indictment over alleged false tax filings
A Michigan attorney has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Detroit on charges related to filing false tax returns and willfully failing to file tax returns. The indictment accuses Shawn Smith, known as "Shawn the Law," of not reporting substantial income from his law practice on his individual income tax returns for the years 2017 through 2020. Additionally, it is alleged that Smith did not file tax returns for 2021 and 2022.
Arizona attorney general secures refunds over unfulfilled window treatment orders
Attorney General Kris Mayes has announced a settlement with All Good Shutter and Blind, LLC, following a consumer fraud investigation. The agreement ensures refunds for customers and mandates future compliance from the company.
Justice Department awards $84M in grants to tribal communities
The Justice Department has allocated 152 grants to 90 American Indian and Alaska Native Tribes, totaling over $84 million. These funds are distributed through the Coordinated Tribal Assistance Solicitation (CTAS) program.
Elizabeth Odette appointed to lead national antitrust task force
The National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) has appointed Minnesota Assistant Attorney General Elizabeth Odette as chair of the national Multistate Antitrust Task Force. The announcement was made by the current NAAG Antitrust Committee co-chairs, Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser and Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti.
Former Las Vegas official convicted in charity fraud scheme
A former Las Vegas city councilwoman has been convicted by a federal jury in Nevada on charges related to a charity fraud scheme. Michele Fiore, 54, was found guilty of one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and six counts of wire fraud. The charges stem from her actions while serving as a city councilwoman, during which she misled donors into believing their contributions would fund memorials for police officers killed in the line of duty.
G7 summit addresses competition challenges in AI markets
The Justice Department’s Antitrust Division and the Federal Trade Commission recently took part in the G7 Competition Authorities and Policymakers Summit held in Rome. The summit aimed to address how competition can be maintained within AI-related technologies, products, and applications.
Connecticut gas companies face revenue cuts following regulatory authority decision
Attorney General William Tong has commented on the recent draft decisions by the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) to reduce revenue for Connecticut Natural Gas (CNG) and Southern Connecticut Gas (SCG). The decision aims to decrease CNG's revenue by $38,758,691, or about 8.8 percent, resulting in a reduction of monthly bills by approximately $12-13. Similarly, SCG's revenue is set to decrease by $36,617,527, or around 8.4 percent, with a similar impact on monthly bills.
California real estate agent faces charges for alleged tax crimes
A federal grand jury in Los Angeles has indicted Gabriel Guerrero, a commercial real estate agent based in Los Angeles, on charges of tax evasion and obstructing the IRS. According to the indictment, Guerrero failed to file timely tax returns for several years and later filed over a decade's worth of returns in 2014 without paying the self-reported amounts owed.
Groups release report criticizing DOJ memo targeting protesting parents
After three years of investigations by America First Legal (AFL), Parents Defending Education (PDE), and the House Select Committee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government, questions remain unanswered regarding a memorandum issued by Attorney General Merrick Garland. The memo, dated October 4, 2021, directed federal resources to address parents protesting at school board meetings over issues like Critical Race Theory and mask mandates.
Justice Department marks anniversary of Hamas's October 7 attacks
The Justice Department has released a statement on the anniversary of the October 7 attacks in Israel by Hamas. The attacks, which occurred one year ago, resulted in the deaths of nearly 1,200 people, including over 40 Americans. Hundreds of civilians were also kidnapped during what has been described as the deadliest massacre of Jews since the Holocaust.
Tina Peters sentenced: Colorado AG warns against election tampering
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser issued a statement regarding the nine-year sentence given to former county clerk Tina Peters for election tampering.
Tennessee Supreme Court extends legal deadlines due to Hurricane Helene flooding
The Tennessee Supreme Court has initiated a limited disaster plan for trial courts in the First, Second, Third, and Fourth Judicial Districts. This action follows severe flooding on September 26 and 27, 2024, caused by Hurricane Helene.
Attorney General alerts Hoosiers about September's product recalls
Attorney General Todd Rokita is alerting Indiana residents about consumer protection issues related to household products recalled in September. The announcement encourages consumers to utilize available options for those who have purchased potentially harmful items.