News from August 2015
Indiana residents allege law practice guilty of Ponzi scheme
Three Indiana residents are suing a law practice, alleging it participated in a scheme of financial fraud involving DBSI Inc. and its subsidiaries.
Earth Friendly Products sued for allegedly including non-natural ingredients in products
A well-known household products manufacturer is being sued for allegedly including non-natural ingredients in its products.
Garlock: Kentucky asbestos case tainted by actions of plaintiff and her attorneys
Garlock wasn't just making claims against plaintiffs firms in its North Carolina bankruptcy proceeding. The company also claimed in a Kentucky state court that a plaintiff and her attorneys delayed filing claims with bankruptcy trusts until they had a nearly $700,000 verdict in hand.
Georgia-based pediatric facility to pay $2.4 million to Pennsylvania for allegedly not returning Medicaid overpayments
A pediatric health center will pay $2.4 million to the state of Pennsylvania as part of a national settlement with 19 other states over allegations it didn't return overpayments made by Medicaid, said Attorney General Kathleen Kane on Monday.
Ford sued over fuel mileage of Fusion Hybrid model
A major automaker is being sued over claims one of its models doesn't get the miles per gallon that is advertised by the company.
Retailers to pay $300K for allegedly selling toy guns banned by NY state law
Several major retailers will pay a combined $300,000 to the state of New York for allegedly selling “imitation weapons” that are banned by law, said state Attorney General Eric Schneiderman on Monday.
Federal magistrate judge sides with Google, agrees to move subpoena fight
The search engine giant, which is suing Mississippi Attorney General Jim Hood over his efforts to regulate third-party content online, is seeking documents it believes are related to the Mississippi federal case.
Mass. AG asks federal court to remand lawsuit over erectile dysfunction marketing to state court
Operators of medical clinic filed a notice of removal late last month.
Linder, first woman elected to Oregon SC, announces her retirement
Justice says she will continue to hear cases in state courts as a senior judge.
Conservative groups voice opposition to House patent reform bill
The American Conservative Union, Club for Growth and Eagle Forum have been running ads against the Innovation Act. The groups argue the bill will only help China.
Special prosecutor wants Wis. SC to reconsider ruling in ‘John Doe’ case
Francis Schmitz filed a motion to stay the state high court’s decision last week.
Target targeted for alleged driver's license deception
Two Long Island residents are suing Target, alleging unlawful and surreptitious gathering and use of information from their driver's licenses.
Computer industry groups want Fifth Circuit to affirm injunction against Miss. AG
The groups argue allowing Hood to proceed with Google investigation would set a dangerous precedent.
Maker of Beggin' Strips dog treats sued for product allegedly not containing enough bacon
The maker of a popular dog treat brand is being sued over claims the product isn't made of mostly bacon even though it is advertised that it does.
Internet service provider accused of broadcasting second open network signal from residential routers
A New York-based Internet services provider is being sued for allegedly broadcasting a second Wi-Fi signal from residential routers that third parties can connect to.
Biotech company sued for allegedly misleading investors about clinical study
A biotechnologies company in California is being sued for allegedly misleading investors about a study it was conducting.
Former county prosecutor joins race for Missouri AG
Democrat Teresa Hensley decided to run, while state Sen. Scott Sifton, also a Democrat, dropped out.
CUB critics say the utility rate watchdog is more focused on politics than advocating for consumers
Critic says disputes between Citizens Utility Board and utilities result in little benefit to taxpayers, while former CUB executive director takes issue with allegation that it is not focused enough on energy issues.
Blue Apron blamed for deceptive business practices
A Los Angeles County woman is suing Blue Apron, alleging unlawful and deceptive business practices.
Wisconsin corporation alleges Travel Channel ran unsolicited ads
A Wisconsin corporation is suing The Travel Channel, alleging unsolicited faxed advertisements.