News from August 2024
Obituary: Lynn E. Crooks passes away at age 83
Lynn Edward Crooks, 83, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2024, after battling heart disease for several years. Born on July 17, 1941, on a farm near Hankison, ND to Orra and Ervin Crooks, Lynn had a distinguished career and life.
Nevada offers new grant opportunities for anti-violence programs
Nevada Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has announced the availability of grants aimed at combating domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. The funding opportunity is open to Nevada law enforcement agencies, prosecutorial offices, courts, and non-profit organizations through the Services-Training-Officers-Prosecutor (STOP) and Sexual Assault Services Program (SASP) grants.
Attorney General Stein issues statement for International Overdose Awareness Day
Attorney General Josh Stein issued a statement today in recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day, observed on August 31.
States reach $190M settlement over unclaimed MoneyGram checks
Texas, along with a bipartisan coalition of 29 other states, has reached a settlement ending the outstanding damages phase of an unclaimed property dispute before the U.S. Supreme Court. Texas and the other states will take possession of more than $190 million in unclaimed property.
Coordinated Justice Reform Advisory Council announces public meeting for September
The Coordinated Justice Reform Advisory Council will hold a public meeting on Monday, September 12, from 1 to 2 p.m. Members of the public who wish to join the meeting can do so using Microsoft Teams.
Justice Department secures deal on conditions for minors at Connecticut's adult facility
The Justice Department announced today that it has reached an agreement with the Connecticut Department of Correction addressing conditions for children at Manson Youth Institution, an adult correctional facility housing children charged in the criminal justice system.
Attorney General James’ Office of Special Investigation Releases Report on Civilian Death in Ontario County
New York Attorney General Letitia James’ Office of Special Investigation (OSI) today released its report on the death of a minor, C.W., who died on November 15, 2023 after an encounter with a member of the New York State Police (NYSP) in Ontario County.
Attorney General Miyares announces $190M multistate unclaimed property dispute settlement
Attorney General Jason Miyares has announced a bipartisan multistate settlement to conclude the outstanding damages phase of an unclaimed property dispute before the United States Supreme Court. Virginia is expected to receive approximately $5,326,921.07 from this agreement.
Former MSP Sergeant Bound Over to Stand Trial for Charges Related to Death of Samuel Sterling
62-B District Court in Kentwood, Judge Amanda H. Sterkenburg bound over retired Michigan State Police (MSP) Detective Sergeant (D/Sgt) Brian Keely, 50, of Grand Rapids, to stand trial in the 17th Circuit Court in Kent County, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.
Drummond issues opinion confirming legislators’ rights to attend executive sessions
Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued a formal opinion confirming that Oklahoma legislators are fully authorized to attend executive sessions of every state agency, board and commission.
Yost Seeks Freeze on EPA Emissions Rule
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to pause a federal rule that forces states and power plants to comply with “unrealistic” and “unlawful” regulations targeting air pollution.
Providence man pleads guilty to 2021 Pawtucket murder
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced that a Providence man has plead guilty in Providence County Superior Court to the 2021 murder of Leonardo Tavares.
Cassia County man arrested for child sexual exploitation material
Attorney General Raúl Labrador has announced that investigators with his Idaho Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force arrested thirty-nine-year-old Michael Montoya of Burley, Idaho, on Thursday, August 29, 2024. Montoya faces two counts of production of child sexual exploitation material and five counts of possession of child sexual exploitation material following a search warrant executed at his residence.
Scott Goldschmidt Discusses New Title IX Rules
Thompson Coburn higher education partner Scott Goldschmidt was quoted extensively in a recent Law.com article on the U.S. Supreme Court blocking new Title IX rules proposed by the Biden administration to protect LGBTQ+ individuals.
Williamstown Counselor Charged with Medicaid Fraud
The Attorney General’s Office announced that licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor Johan Green, 53, of Williamstown, Vermont, was arraigned on 11 counts of felony Medicaid Fraud.
Troutman Pepper eMerge Selected as 2024 Relativity Innovation Awards Finalist
Global legal and compliance technology company, Relativity, has recognized Troutman Pepper eMerge as a finalist for the Best Innovation: Enterprise category in the 2024 Relativity Fest Innovation Awards.
Jackson Lewis and Attorneys Ranked in Chambers Latin America 2025 Guide
Nationwide employment law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. is pleased to announce that Chambers Latin America has honored the firm’s San Juan, Puerto Rico office and attorneys Juan Felipe Santos and Sara E. Colón-Acevedo with band rankings in its 2025 guide.
Greenberg Traurig Hosts Inaugural Life Sciences Day in Boston Office
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP hosted its inaugural GT Life Sciences Day July 24 in the firm’s Boston office.
ALM Names Peterson as Young Lawyer of the Year Finalist
Shook Associate Torrey Peterson has been named as a finalist for Young Lawyer of the Year – Litigation by ALM.
Final Report Regarding the November 17, 2023 Officer-Involved Shooting in Concord, New Hampshire
Attorney General John M. Formella announces that the New Hampshire Department of Justice has completed its investigation in the officer-involved shooting that took place on November 17, 2023 at the New Hampshire Hospital in Concord, New Hampshire.