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Governor's council seeks applicants for court of appeals vacancy
The Governor’s Council for Judicial Appointments has begun accepting applications to fill a vacancy on the Western Section of the Court of Appeals. This vacancy will arise on January 4, 2025, following the retirement of Judge Arnold B. Goldin.
Vermont man charged with possessing child sexual abuse material
The Attorney General’s Office has announced the arraignment of Joseph Weintraub, a 69-year-old resident of Enosburgh, Vermont. Weintraub faces 10 felony counts for possession of child sexual abuse materials. These charges stem from an investigation by the Vermont Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (VT-ICAC), which included contributions from the Attorney General’s Office, Homeland Security Investigations, and Vermont State Police.
Oklahoma Attorney General responds to charter school board's Supreme Court petition
Attorney General Gentner Drummond has commented on the recent action taken by the Statewide Charter School Board. The board has filed a petition requesting the U.S. Supreme Court to review its case regarding the contract with St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual Charter School.
Attorney General Tong reflects on anniversary of October 7 attack on Israel
Attorney General William Tong issued a statement on the anniversary of the October 7 terrorist attack on Israel. Reflecting on the past year, Tong acknowledged the ongoing grief and suffering experienced by families affected by the attacks.
Dave's Killer Bread case graduates to a class action
SAN FRANCISCO (Legal Newsline) - A lawsuit over protein in Killer Bread cleared a major hurdle, with a federal judge certifying it as a class action.
Attorney General Brown Announces Sentencing of Construction Company Owner to Jail for Wage Theft from Workers
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced that Jose Walter Marquez Rivera, 43, of Beltsville, Maryland, was sentenced in the Circuit Court for Prince George’s County on one count of theft scheme having a value of $100,000 or more.
Bonneville County Man Sentenced to Prison for Possessing Child Pornography
Attorney General Raúl Labrador has announced that Jason Arthur Bergener, 44, was convicted of two counts of Sexual Exploitation of a Child by Possession of Sexually Exploitative Material (Child Pornography).
Attorney General Alan Wilson leads Silent Witness ceremony to honor victims of fatal domestic violence
Attorney General Alan Wilson led participants through the 27th annual Silent Witness Domestic Violence ceremony that was held at the South Carolina State Capitol Complex in Columbia.
TN AG Skrmetti Issues Warning to Scammers and Price Gougers Following Tennessee’s Devastating Flooding
Following the devastating flooding last week from Hurricane Helene, Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti issues a stern warning to scammers and price gougers.
Trial Court Vacancy Commission seeks applicants for 4th Judicial District vacancy
The Trial Court Vacancy Commission is seeking applications to fill a vacancy in the 4th Judicial District Circuit Court, following the passing of Judge O. Duane Slone on August 24, 2024. The district encompasses Cocke, Grainger, Jefferson, and Sevier counties.
Attorney General launches campaign addressing housing discrimination in Arizona
Attorney General Kris Mayes has introduced a public awareness campaign to address housing discrimination and inform renters about their legal rights. The initiative will feature advertisements in both English and Spanish on various online platforms, streaming services, and radio.
Supreme Court declines Martin Shkreli's appeal; lifetime pharma ban upheld
New York Attorney General Letitia James has responded to the United States Supreme Court's decision not to hear an appeal from Martin Shkreli. This decision leaves in place a lower court ruling that bans Shkreli for life from the pharmaceutical industry and orders him to pay $64.6 million in disgorgement.
Paxton requests citizenship data from Biden administration over voter registration concerns
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has formally requested the Biden-Harris Administration to provide data on citizenship status for individuals potentially registered to vote illegally in Texas. This move is part of an effort to verify voter eligibility and ensure the integrity of elections in the state.
Ohio AG addresses Columbus school busing issue amid ongoing lawsuit
The Ohio Attorney General's Office has issued a statement concerning the ongoing litigation involving Columbus City Schools and its busing policies. The legal dispute centers on the district's obligation to provide transportation for students, which has led to an emergency motion being filed.
Report clears officers in Todd Novick's death after investigation
New York Attorney General Letitia James' Office of Special Investigation (OSI) has released a report concerning the death of Todd Novick. The incident occurred on December 24, 2023, during an encounter with Rochester Police Department officers in Rochester.
Attorney General Tong reacts as Supreme Court upholds Texas challenge on emergency abortion care
Attorney General William Tong expressed his concerns following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to let stand a lower court ruling that prevents the Biden administration from enforcing the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) against Texas hospitals. These hospitals have declined to provide essential medical care when it involves an abortion, despite EMTALA's mandate for emergency departments to stabilize patients with emergency medical conditions.
Red Mass marks opening of judicial year in New Orleans
Louisiana judges convened at St. Louis Cathedral in Jackson Square, New Orleans, for the 72nd annual Red Mass, signaling the start of the judicial year.
Price gouging hotline extended as Tropical Storm Milton approaches
Attorney General Ashley Moody has announced the extension of Florida's Price Gouging Hotline following a state of emergency declaration for areas anticipating Tropical Storm Milton. The state's price gouging law is already in effect for counties under the emergency order due to Hurricane Helene and will now include regions affected by Milton.
Pipe maker J-M says big asbestos firm Simmons Hanly shouldn't escape lawsuit fraud claims
J-M Manufacturing is pushing back against efforts by prominent asbestos law firm Simmons Hanly Conroy to end J-M's lawsuit accusing Simmons of a racket of "sham" asbestos lawsuits. The Simmons firm claims such racketeering claims aren't allowed against law firms over such litigation activities
Troutman Pepper Counsels Payroc in Acquisition of i3 Verticals’ Merchant Services Business
Troutman Pepper’s client, Payroc WorldAccess LLC (Payroc), an omni-channel payments provider, recently announced the successful completion of its acquisition of the merchant services business, along with the related payments software and technology solutions, from i3 Verticals, LLC (i3).