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Ohio AG files suit against Kentucky firm for alleged consumer fraud
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has initiated legal action against a Kentucky-based company, Superior Concrete & Hardscape Design, and its owner, Justin Cole Hensley. The lawsuit was filed in Butler County Common Pleas Court and alleges violations of the Ohio Consumer Sales Practices Act. The accusations involve taking over $50,000 from customers without delivering promised services.
Ohio Supreme Court rules police justified in detaining woman linked to drug trafficker
The Supreme Court of Ohio has ruled that police were justified in detaining a woman leaning into a vehicle driven by a known drug trafficker, affirming the decision of the Fifth District Court of Appeals. The case involved Katrina Hale, who was detained outside a minivan at a convenience store after police suspected the driver, Terrance Cunningham, did not have a valid license. A search revealed illegal drugs, leading to multiple charges against Hale.
Justice Department settles historic redlining case with Citadel Federal Credit Union
The Justice Department has announced a settlement with Citadel Federal Credit Union, which will see the credit union pay over $6.5 million to address allegations of redlining in predominantly Black and Hispanic neighborhoods around Philadelphia. This marks the first time the department has reached such an agreement with a credit union, as part of its Combating Redlining Initiative.
Former Arkansas deputies sentenced for violating civil rights
Two former deputies from Crawford County, Arkansas, have been sentenced for their roles in a violent assault on a man they arrested. Levi White, aged 34, received a 63-month prison sentence, while Zackary King, aged 28, was sentenced to 12 months.
Fort Mill man arrested for alleged distribution of child sexual abuse material
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has announced the arrest of Ian Kelly Sanders, a 33-year-old resident of Fort Mill, South Carolina. Sanders faces one charge related to the sexual exploitation of a minor. The arrest was carried out by investigators from the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force, specifically from the Fort Mill Police Department.
Justice Department appoints three new assistant trustees
The Justice Department's Executive Office for U.S. Trustees has announced the appointment of three new Assistant U.S. Trustees in Missouri, Ohio, and Washington.
New Jersey man admits guilt in Rutgers University Islamic center hate crime
A New Jersey resident has admitted guilt in a federal hate crime case involving the Center for Islamic Life at Rutgers University. The man, Jacob Beacher, confessed to breaking into the facility and causing damage during the Eid-al-Fitr holiday.
Maine state courts to close for Indigenous Peoples' Day
The Judicial Branch has announced that all Maine state courts and the Administrative Office of the Courts will be closed on Monday, October 14, 2024. This closure is in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day. The courts will resume operations on Tuesday, October 15 at 8:00 a.m.
TD Bank pleads guilty, agrees to $1.8 billion penalty for BSA violations
Today, Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco announced that TD Bank has pleaded guilty to charges related to the Bank Secrecy Act and money laundering conspiracy violations. The bank will pay a $1.8 billion penalty, marking the largest penalty ever imposed under the Bank Secrecy Act.
Ken Paxton comments on Texas challenge against DACA at Fifth Circuit
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued a statement following the arguments presented in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit regarding the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. Paxton expressed confidence in Texas's position against DACA, which was previously deemed unlawfully created by the Obama Administration in 2022.
Ohio man sentenced for involvement in monkey torture video distribution
An Ohio resident has been sentenced to 54 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release for his role in a network that produced and distributed videos showing extreme violence against monkeys. Ronald P. Bedra, from Etna, was involved in creating and sharing these disturbing videos through encrypted chat applications. He conspired with others to finance individuals in Indonesia who carried out acts of torture on camera.
First Circuit hosts conference for newly appointed Oʻahu probation officers
Sixty-one new probation officers were sworn in by Chief Judge Jeannette Castagnetti at the First Circuit Probation Conference held in Honolulu. Chief Court Administrator Lori Okita and Deputy Chief Court Administrator Dwight Sakai presented the officers with lei and certificates of appointment.
Attorney General warns New Yorkers about hurricane relief donation scams
New York Attorney General Letitia James has issued a reminder to residents to exercise caution when donating to charitable organizations in the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The warning comes amid concerns about fraudulent charities exploiting the disaster to deceive donors.
AG Nessel clarifies ballot deadline extension for military due to Veterans Day
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has issued a formal opinion on the extension of the deadline for absent voter ballots from military personnel and overseas voters. The request for clarification came from Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, focusing on whether the deadline could be extended if it coincides with a federal holiday.
Polsinelli Recognized With Turnaround Atlas Award – Special Situations M&A Mid-Market
Am Law 100 firm Polsinelli’s Bankruptcy & Restructuring Practice Group was honored at this year’s Turnaround Atlas Awards by Global M&A Network.
Reed Smith leaders listed in Latinvex's Top 100 Female Lawyers of 2024
Two distinguished woman lawyers from Reed Smith have been recognized in Latinvex's list of Latin America's Top 100 Female Lawyers, the international law firm announced.
Statement from Attorney General Phil Weiser on the 9-year sentence for Tina Peters in election tampering case
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser released the following statement on the court imposing a nine-year sentence on former county clerk Tina Peters.
Attorney General Bird Supports Life-Saving AM Radios Following Hurricane Helene
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird co-led a letter with Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody to Congress in support of life-saving AM radios as car manufacturers remove them from new models.
Appeals court: ADA doesn't nix Montana state law blocking 'vax discrimination'
The federal appeals judges said a Montana federal judge overreached in declaring that the Americans with Disabilities Act all but required health care organizations to require workers to be vaccinated against Covid and other communicable diseases to protect 'immunocompromised disabled persons'
Kotzebue Couple Pleads Guilty to Six Felony Counts in Child Torture and Abuse Case
47-year-old Mandy Hill and 38-year-old Abraham Lambert each entered guilty pleas to six felony charges involving the torture of one child and the abuse of three other children.