News from April 2024
Director Kristina Rose Delivers Remarks at the National Crime Victims’ Service Awards Ceremony
Director Kristina Rose delivered remarks at the 2024 National Crime Victims’ Service Awards Ceremony held on the National Mall. She expressed gratitude to the National Park Service for their partnership in ensuring care for crime victims across national parks. Rose welcomed distinguished guests, including Assistant Attorney General Amy Solomon, recognizing her leadership and support for victims of crime. She also acknowledged the U.S. Postal Inspection Services for their role in raising awareness about victims' rights.Rose referenced Justice Thurgood Marshall's 1978...
Alabama AG sues EEOC over rule requiring employer accommodation for abortions
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has filed a lawsuit against the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) over a new rule related to the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA).
Clearfield County man sentenced up to 40 years for child pornography
Attorney General Michelle Henry has announced the sentencing of Raymond Mikelonis, a 67-year-old resident of Clearfield County, to a prison term ranging from 15 to 40 years for child pornography charges. Mikelonis, hailing from Penfield, admitted guilt to felony charges that included possession and distribution of child pornography, as well as criminal use of a communication facility.
America First Legal Files Federal Civil Rights Complaint Against Shake Shack For Illegal Race and Sex Discrimination
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, America First Legal’s (AFL) Center for Legal Equality filed a federal civil rights complaint with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) against Shake Shack, Inc. for alleged race and sex discrimination conducted under the guise of so-called “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion” (DEI).AFL also sent a cease and desist letter to the CEO and Board of Directors of Shake Shack, demanding the company end its discriminatory employment practices in violation of the Federal Civil Rights Act of 1964.Shake Shack appears to be discriminating...
Hugh Marbury Named to the Johns Hopkins Eudowood Foundation Board of Directors
Hugh Marbury, co-chair of the firm’s Copyright Practice, has been named to the board of directors of the Eudowood Foundation at Johns Hopkins.
Sheppard Mullin Adds Entertainment Litigator Wook Hwang In New York
Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP is pleased to announce that partner Wook Hwang has joined the firm’s Business Trial practice group in New York.
Healthcare Team Advises Clayton Dubilier & Rice in Partnership with Elevance Health
Elevance Health, Inc. (NYSE: ELV) and New York-based private investment firm Clayton, Dubilier & Rice (CD&R) signed an agreement to form a strategic partnership to accelerate innovation in primary care delivery, enhance the healthcare experience, and improve health outcomes.
A Q&A Conversation With Anthony Campau and Del Chenault
Seeing a need to expand their Government and Regulatory Affairs practice group, Delbert Chenault and Anthony Campau led the creation of Clark Hill Public Strategies (CHPS) in late 2022.
The FTC’s Rule on Non-Competes – Next Steps Following the Final Rule on April 24, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) final rule on non-competes will impact all companies within the United States, but particularly employers that rely on restrictive covenants to protect their business interests as well as companies and funds engaged in M&A activities.
Shook Nesting Peregrine Falcons Star in New YouTube Livestream
The firm is pleased to present the Shook Falcon Cam Livestream, a YouTube page featuring Shook’s bonded nesting pair of peregrine falcons.
Clark Hill Announces Inaugural Webinar on Online Abuse in Sport
Clark Hill, a leading international law firm, in collaboration with the Federation Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), Dublin City University (DCU), and the United Against Online Abuse (UAOA) coalition, is pleased to announce the launch of a new webinar series titled “Online Abuse in Sport.”
Drummond urges House passage of bill to address illegal immigration
Amid the continued failure of the Biden Administration to secure the border and obey federal law, Attorney General Gentner Drummond urged the state House to approve a new bill that would allow state law enforcement to arrest and incarcerate illegal immigrants.
Safe Alliance Recognizes Bradley’s Charlotte Office and Leah Campbell for Pro Bono Work
Bradley is pleased to announce that, for the second consecutive year, Leah M. Campbell and the firm have been recognized by Safe Alliance for their pro bono contributions during the organization’s annual Pro Bono Awards Ceremony on April 16.
State of New Hampshire Files Civil Action Against Southers Construction and Ricky Southers for Numerous Violations of the Consumer Protection Act
Attorney General John M. Formella announces the filing of a civil complaint in Rockingham Superior Court against Southers Construction, Inc. and its owner, Ricky Southers, alleging unfair or deceptive practices in violation of the New Hampshire Consumer Protection Act.
Attorney General Mike Hilgers Hosts 2024 Youth Conference
On Tuesday, Attorney General Mike Hilgers hosted fifty-three students at the Nebraska State Capitol for the 2024 Attorney General’s Youth Conference.
30 Charged in New 333-Count Indictment in Richmond County Following Major Gang, Drug Trafficking Investigation
Attorney General Chris Carr and Richmond County Sheriff Richard Roundtree today announced the indictment of 30 people in Richmond County following a major multi-agency investigation into the distribution of illegal narcotics and other acts of violence that have occurred throughout the Central Savannah River Area.
President Biden Grants Clemency to 16 Individuals
President Joseph R. Biden Jr. has announced the grant of clemency to 16 individuals, including 11 pardons and five commutations. Among those receiving pardons are individuals like Jason Hernandez from McKinney, Texas, Beverly Denise Holcy from Palatka, Florida, and Jeffrey Alan Lewis from Douglasville, Georgia.Hernandez, who was serving a 240-month sentence, had his sentence commuted on December 19, 2013. Holcy, convicted of distributing crack cocaine, was sentenced to 60 months in prison back in June 1994. Lewis, charged with using a communication facility to facilitate...
Arizona AG responds as House repeals historic abortion ban
Attorney General Mayes has expressed her gratitude following the Arizona House's decision to repeal the 1864 abortion ban.
OVW Hosts Information Session for Abby Honold Program in FY 2024
OVW conducted a live web-based pre-application information session for its Fiscal Year 2024 Demonstration Program and Trauma-Informed, Victim Centered Training for Law Enforcement on Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking (Abby Honold) Program solicitation. During the presentation, OVW staff reviewed this program’s requirements, discussed the solicitation, and allowed for a brief question-and-answer period.
Attorney General Rokita backs Idaho in Supreme Court abortion law case
Attorney General Todd Rokita is actively challenging federal actions that he perceives as overreaching state laws aimed at protecting life and prohibiting abortions. This week, he supports Idaho in its Supreme Court defense of the Defense of Life Act against potential preemption by the federal Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA). In February, Rokita led a 22-state amicus brief backing Idaho's position.