News from May 2013
Wash. SC hears appeal of nearly $100 million award to home care providers
OLYMPIA, Wash. (Legal Newsline) -- The Washington Supreme Court heard oral arguments Tuesday in a case challenging an award of almost $100 million to a class of in-home care providers.
Report: Child advocacy group sues Kan. AG over tobacco settlement funds information
TOPEKA, Kan. (Legal Newsline) -- A children's advocacy group is suing Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt, accusing the state's top lawyer of not releasing information about funds from revisions to a 1998 tobacco settlement.
Report: Utah lawmakers likely to discuss AG's troubles; impeachment a possibility
SALT LAKE CITY (Legal Newsline) -- Utah lawmakers, who are expected to convene at the state Capitol Wednesday, most likely will discuss Attorney General John Swallow and the growing list of allegations against him.
ISO-New England signs settlement with New England states
HARTFORD, Conn. (Legal Newsline) -- Connecticut Attorney General George Jepsen on Monday announced a settlement between Independent System Operator-New England and the states of New England, reining in and establishing oversight for ISO-NE's budget.
Schneiderman announces settlement with medical diagnostic provider
NEW YORK (Legal Newsline) -- New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman has settled with a medical diagnostic testing, information and services provider, ensuring that the company's hiring practices comply with New York state law.
N.C. AG: Court order issued against Charlotte-area heating company
RALEIGH, N.C. (Legal Newsline) -- North Carolina Attorney General Roy Cooper on Monday announced a court order against a Charlotte-area company that allegedly took money and orders for heaters but failed to deliver.
Ind. AG announces licensing complaint against former doctor
INDIANAPOLIS (Legal Newsline) -- Indiana Attorney General Greg Zoeller on Monday announced a licensing complaint against a former Gibson County doctor for allegedly engaging in an inappropriate relationship with a patient and writing fraudulent prescriptions.
Ohio AG files lawsuit against roofer
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Legal Newsline) -- Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine filed a lawsuit Wednesday against a Columbus roofer for allegedly engaging in multiple violations of the state's consumer laws while targeting consumers whose homes were damaged by storms.
Bank of America: 'Surprised and disappointed' by N.Y. AG's plans to sue over mortgage settlement
NEW YORK (Legal Newsline) -- Bank of America Corp., responding to New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman's allegations last week that the bank has violated last year's $25 billion nationwide mortgage settlement, says Schneiderman can't sue until the bank is given time to "cure" any potential violations.
Monsanto, farmers group react to U.S. SC ruling
WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline) -- Agribusiness giant Monsanto Company praised the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling Monday in favor of the company, calling it "crucial" in supporting the world's growing needs.
W.Va. SC to hear arguments against private lawyers representing AG's office
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (Legal Newsline) - Companies that have been sued by private lawyers hired by the State of West Virginia will have their chance to argue against the agreements on May 15.
Pa. SC assumes jurisdiction of third suit over mandatory retirement age for judges
HARRISBURG, Pa. (Legal Newsline) -- The Pennsylvania Supreme Court, in an order last week, said it will take control of a third lawsuit, filed in state court, challenging the state's mandatory retirement age for judges.
N.Y. AG: Ranbaxy will pay $500 million in national settlement
NEW YORK (Legal Newsline) -- New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman announced Monday a $500 million national settlement with an India-based generic pharmaceutical manufacturer for allegedly selling drugs that fell below regulatory standards.
Schneiderman requests information from cell phone industry on thefts
NEW YORK (Legal Newsline) -- New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman sent letters Monday to the CEOs of Samsung, Microsoft, Motorola/Google and Apple to seek information about their efforts to protect customers from mobile phone theft.
N.J. AG sues three more businesses over alleged price gouging
NEWARK, N.J. (Legal Newsline) -- New Jersey Attorney General Jeffrey Chiesa said his office has filed new lawsuits against three businesses that allegedly gouged prices following the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy.
Coakley announces $202,000 agreement with Billerica moving company
BOSTON (Legal Newsline) -- Massachusetts Attorney General Martha Coakley announced Thursday a $202,000 settlement with a Billerica moving company that allegedly inflated fees, demanded cash last minute and held consumers' goods hostage.
Md. AG issues consumer warning about medical alert device phone scam
BALTIMORE (Legal Newsline) -- Maryland Attorney General Douglas Gansler on Friday issued a consumer alert about unsolicited phone calls from a company seeking approval to deliver or install a medical alert or alarm device.
Iowa AG announces court order against fundraising company
DES MOINES, Iowa (Legal Newsline) -- Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller announced Wednesday that a Polk County judge has barred a Michigan-based fundraising company from soliciting donations in Iowa until it complies with a subpoena.
Madigan sues storm chaser over alleged fraud
CHICAGO (Legal Newsline) -- Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan filed a lawsuit Thursday against a Chicago area home repair firm that allegedly failed to complete contracted projects and failed to pay its suppliers after severe storms.