News from April 2024
Attorney General James Warns Jewish Communities to be Cautious of Discriminatory Practices Ahead of Passover
New York Attorney General Letitia James today issued a consumer alert urging New Yorkers to be careful of potential discriminatory pricing practices at car washes in the days leading up to Passover and warning businesses that this practice is illegal.
Custom Apparel Business Owner Sued for Unpaid Wages Owed to Former Employees
The Wisconsin Department of Justice, on behalf of the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development, filed a lawsuit against Jeremy Kruk for unlawful labor practices as it relates to his former custom apparel business, Crushin It Promotions, LLC. Kruk is facing multiple civil counts in the lawsuit after he allegedly fired his employees for unionizing, refused to pay them what they were owed, and then dissolved his business and reopened it under a different name.
Statement from legal team for survivors and families of the mass shooting at the Old National Bank in Louisville one year after the tragedy
Statement on behalf of Thomas Law Offices, Everytown Law and Romanucci & Blandin, who together represent survivors as well as families who lost loved ones in the mass shooting at Old National Bank in Louisville on April 10, 2023:
Peticca Awarded “Rising Star: Private Sector” Recognition by Pace Law School
Christopher Peticca (Associate-White Plains, NY) is among the honorees at the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University Gavel Gala, to be held April 11, 2024, at the Glen Island Harbor Club in New Rochelle, New York.
American Tort Reform Association president: California trial lawyers invest in advertising to ‘boost settlements and payouts’
Sherman "Tiger" Joyce, president of the American Tort Reform Association (ATRA), stated that trial attorneys in California "pump significant money" into advertising campaigns to attract "more clients" and secure "larger contingency fees for themselves." Joyce made this statement in a press release dated March 19.
The Buckeye Institute Urges Ohio Supreme Court to Reject "Honest Mistake" Doctrine in Contract Law
"Columbus, OH – The Buckeye Institute has taken a stand in an important contract law case by filing an amicus brief in Ashland Global Holdings v. SuperAsh Remainderman, urging the Ohio Supreme Court to reject the “honest mistake” doctrine.“The freedom to make and enforce contracts is fundamental to advancing personal and business endeavors, and both the nation’s Founders and those establishing the state of Ohio prohibited the state from interfering with this freedom,” stated David C. Tryon, director of litigation at The Buckeye Institute.Tryon emphasized, “Ashland...
TAX DAY – AFL Sues the IRS and Treasury for Illegally Hiding Government Records on the Biden Administration’s Plans for Race-Based Tax Audits
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, America First Legal (AFL) filed a lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Department of the Treasury for unlawfully concealing records regarding the Biden Administration’s plans for race-based tax audits.The lawsuit comes after months of investigation into the Biden Administration's tax policies, which allegedly prioritize "racial equity" in tax compliance design. Deputy Secretary Wally Adeyemo highlighted that racial equity plays a pivotal role in the Administration's approach to tax compliance. Assistant Secretary for Tax...
Attorney General Moody Files Criminal Charges Against Violent Retail Thieves
Attorney General Ashley Moody has taken action against two individuals involved in organized retail theft. Raheem Davis Jr. and his co-defendant Vayshoun Harris are now facing criminal charges for a series of robberies at Home Depot stores across multiple counties in Florida. These crimes were characterized by physical violence against store employees.Moody emphasized the severity of the situation, stating, “These two criminals committed multiple robberies at Home Depot stores across five counties, violently assaulting employees in the process. In one incident, a...
Mariner Finance, targeted by AGs, says lawsuit is 'a misunderstanding of the law'
PHILADELPHIA (Legal Newsline) - A lending company facing federal action by state officials continues to stand by its business practices as more states attack them - despite the federal government's own investigation finding no wrongdoing.
The 'right to food' in Maine doesn't mean you can hunt on Sundays
PORTLAND, Maine (Legal Newsline) - A “right to food” enshrined in the Maine Constitution includes the right to hunt but not on Sunday, the state’s highest court ruled, upholding a ban on Sabbath activities dating back to the 1800s.
No cash for woman in case of exploding showerhead
LOS ANGELES (Legal Newline) - A woman who claimed she was injured by an exploding shower nozzle failed to muster any evidence a hotel was to blame, an appeals court ruled, rejecting her argument a maid must have damaged the device while she was out shopping.
Lawsuit targets whether meat in Pup-Peroni is 'real'
BROOKLYN, N.Y. (Legal Newsline) - A class action lawyer is claiming the "real beef" used in Pup-Peroni dog treats is something else.
Another suit alleges benzene in acne products at Walmart
FLORENCE, S.C. (Legal Newsline) - A South Carolina federal lawsuit alleges harmful ingredients in Walmart's Equate-brand acne treatment.
The Only Constant is Change on April 18, 2024
Jake Rubinstein will present “The Only Constant is Change” for the Labor and Employment Law Section of the Colorado Bar Association.
Greenberg Traurig’s Entertainment & Media Practice Congratulates Clients Nominated for ACM Awards
Several Greenberg Traurig, LLP Entertainment & Media Practice clients have received nominations for the 59th Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards taking place May 16.
Attorney General Jackley Announces Texas Couple Convicted By Jury on Theft Charges
South Dakota Attorney Marty Jackley has announced that a Texas couple has been convicted of a combined six charges in connection with stealing or attempting to steal the property of another person.
TN AG’s Division of Consumer Affairs Provides Tips to Avoid Tax Return Scams
With Tax Day around the corner, the Division of Consumer Affairs reminds Tennesseans to be wary of scams related to tax returns.
Powerball Winning Streak Continues in North Dakota
The North Dakota Powerball winning streak reaches three consecutive draws, as two prizes won big with Powerball six-figure wins!
AG Ferguson’s statement on ruling in Washington v. Gator’s Custom Guns
Attorney General Bob Ferguson issued the following statement after a Cowlitz County Superior Court judge presiding over an enforcement action against Gator’s Custom Guns ruled that Washington’s ban on the sale of high-capacity magazines is unconstitutional.
Attorney General Miyares Joins Coalition Against the Biden Administration’s Abandoning of Immigration Rule
Attorney General Jason Miyares today joined a coalition of 20 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief in support of states attempting to stop the Biden administration’s capitulation to illegal immigration activists.