News from April 2024
The Buckeye Institute Urges SCOTUS to Limit State Police Powers
Columbus, OH – The Buckeye Institute has taken a stand by filing an amicus brief in Norris v. Stanley, urging the U.S. Supreme Court to address a misinterpretation of Jacobson v. Massachusetts that has expanded government authority over medical treatments.In the amicus brief, David C. Tryon, the director of litigation at The Buckeye Institute, emphasized the importance of protecting individual rights in the face of government overreach. "The government is not the all-knowing purveyor of truth and should not be given deferential treatment when it wants to infringe on...
St. Louis County Veterans Treatment Court marks decade of service
The St. Louis County Veterans Treatment Court is set to celebrate its 10-year anniversary on April 22 at the St. Louis County Courthouse in Duluth.
Anne B. de Fontenay Brings More Than Two Decades of Financial Management Experience to Her New Role as Saul Ewing Chief Financial Officer
Saul Ewing is welcoming a new chief financial officer to the firm, Anne B. de Fontenay, who will serve as a key strategic advisor to the managing partner, executive partner, the Executive Committee and other firm leaders regarding business planning, profitability, growth targets and revenue goals.
Jackson Lewis Recognized with 2023 Gold Level Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation
Nationwide employment law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. is pleased to announce Cigna Healthcare has selected the firm as a recipient of the 2023 Gold level Healthy Workforce Designation, the highest level of this recognition, for demonstrating a strong commitment to fostering a sustainable, healthy work culture.
Attorney General Nessel Files Amicus Brief in Support of Transparency for Law Enforcement Organizations
Attorney General Dana Nessel filed an amicus brief in the Court of Claims in the case of Invisible Institute and Detroit Metro Times v Michigan State Police. The lawsuit, filed under Michigan's Freedom of Information Act, seeks disclosure of the names of certified Michigan police officers.
AG Campbell Joins Supreme Court Brief Opposing The Criminalization Of Involuntary Homelessness
Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell announced that she has joined a coalition of attorneys general in filing a Supreme Court amicus brief supporting the respondents, two homeless individuals, in City of Grants Pass v. Gloria Johnson and John Logan.
Idaho, Kentucky, and Multistate Coalition Hands Significant Defeat to Biden Administration’s Green Agenda
Attorney General Raúl Labrador announced Tuesday that a federal judge blocked the Biden Administration’s highway emissions rule that tried to drive gas-powered cars off the road.
Argenti Appointed to Juneau DA
Anna Argenti is the new Juneau District Attorney.
Reed Smith represents Revelyst, a segment of Vista Outdoor, on acquisition of Pinseeker
Global law firm Reed Smith has advised Revelyst, a segment of Vista Outdoor, Inc., the parent company of more than three dozen renowned brands that design, manufacture and market sporting and outdoor products, on its acquisition of Pinseeker, the leading simulator off-course golf and connectivity app that hosts real-time, virtual, closest-to-the-pin tournaments.
Greenberg Traurig’s Whitney Mark Named SFNet ‘40 Under 40’ Award Honoree
Whitney A. Mark, an associate in Greenberg Traurig, LLP’s Minneapolis office, was named one of Secured Finance Network’s (SFNet) “40 Under 40” Award honorees.
Multistate Coalition Defeats Biden Administration’s Green Agenda in Court
Attorney General Drew Wrigley announced that a 21-state coalition including North Dakota persuaded a federal judge to block the most recent example of federal overreach by the Biden Administration.
Nebraska Attorney General's Office Issues Consumer Alert Regarding Family Emergency Scams
The Nebraska Attorney General’s Office is issuing a Consumer Alert regarding an increase in Family Emergency Scams in Nebraska.
Justice Department Updates Definition of “Engaged in the Business” as a Firearms Dealer
The Justice Department has unveiled a new rule aimed at updating the definition of “engaged in the business” as a firearms dealer in order to enhance compliance with federal background check requirements for firearm sales. Attorney General Merrick B. Garland emphasized the significance of the regulation, stating, “Under this regulation, it will not matter if guns are sold on the internet, at a gun show, or at a brick-and-mortar store: if you sell guns predominantly to earn a profit, you must be licensed, and you must conduct background checks.”Deputy Attorney General Lisa...
Sen. Scott: 'Now is the wrong time to play political games that limit access to credit’
U.S. Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) introduced a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution on April 8 to overturn the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) rule limiting credit card “late fees.”
Irondale man arrested for explosive attack on Alabama Attorney General's office
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has commented on the arrest of Kyle Benjamin Douglas Calvert, a 26-year-old from Irondale, Alabama.
Social media firms brace for lawsuits after Florida enacts law banning kids from platforms
Gov. Ron DeSantis’ decision to sign legislation that bans children under 14 years old from social media platforms – and puts in place new online restrictions on 14- to 15-year-olds – may spark litigation over the new law, critics say.
The Buckeye Institute Reacts to Governor DeWine’s State of the State Speech
Columbus, OH – Rea S. Hederman Jr., executive director of the Economic Research Center and vice president of policy at The Buckeye Institute, reacted to Governor Mike DeWine’s State of the State speech on April 10, 2024.Hederman expressed his views on various aspects of the Governor's speech. He commended Governor DeWine's emphasis on education, stating, "Governor DeWine started his speech highlighting the importance of education and reading for Ohio’s children." He also acknowledged the efforts made in the previous year regarding universal school choice while emphasizing...
Attorney General Moody Addresses Law Enforcement Officers at State Capitol During 2024 Torch Run
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Attorney General Ashley Moody today addressed law enforcement officers and Special Olympics athletes at the Florida Capitol during the 2024 Law Enforcement Torch Run, benefiting Special Olympics Florida. State and local law enforcement officers participated in a two-mile run this morning in Tallahassee up to the Capitol. The Law Enforcement Torch Run is the largest annual public relations and fundraising event for Special Olympics Florida, with thousands of law enforcement officers and Special Olympics athletes running hundreds of miles throughout the...
Bad news for lawyers suing The Children's Place over PFAS
CHICAGO (Legal Newsline) - The maker of children's school uniforms has defeated a proposed class action lawsuit over the alleged presence of chemicals known as PFAS.
Walmart gets class action over price discrepancy out of court
CLEVELAND (Legal Newsline) - Walmart has headed off a proposed class action over its online prices by invoking an arbitration clause to which customers agree when placing an order.