News from December 2024
BCI Supervisor Graduates from FBI National Academy
A BCI Special Agent Supervisor has joined the distinguished ranks of law enforcement professionals who have graduated from the FBI National Academy, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced.
Sarah Dayan Convicted of Murder, Burglary, and Theft
Following a seven-week trial, an Anchorage jury found Sarah Dayan guilty of 15 crimes — including murder, burglary, and theft — after the 2020 murder of Keith Huss and her ensuing flight from police.
Attorney General's Mobile Office Sets January 2025 Stops for North Central West Virginia
The Attorney General’s Office announced a representative will meet with north central West Virginia residents in January 2025 to discuss consumer-related issues and answer any potential questions.
Helmy, Hamza & Partners, Baker McKenzie Cairo Acts for Raya Holding for Financial Investments S.A.E. and Raya Data Centre on Strategic Investment by Africa50
Helmy, Hamza & Partners, Baker McKenzie Cairo office, has acted as the sell-side legal advisor to Raya Holding for Financial Investments S.A.E. ("Raya Holding") and Raya Data Centre ("RDC") in a landmark transaction involving a strategic investment by Africa50, the prominent pan-African infrastructure investor platform.
Sheppard Mullin Recognized in Chambers FinTech Legal Guide 2025
Sheppard Mullin has again been ranked among the nation’s leading payments, blockchain, cybersecurity and data protection firms in the 2025 edition of Chambers FinTech Legal guide.
DLA Piper partner Bruce Falby named a Go-To Business Litigation Lawyer by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly
DLA Piper is pleased to announce that Bruce Falby, a partner in the firm’s Boston office, was named to Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly's 2024 Go-To Business Litigation Lawyers list honoring the top business litigators in Massachusetts.
Courthouses announce closures for New Year's holiday
The Supreme Court and county courthouses across the state will not be operational on Wednesday, January 1, in observance of New Year's Day.
Ohio committee marks five years fighting opioid crisis with scientific approach
A committee established by Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost is celebrating five years of work in the fight against opioid use disorder.
AG Ferguson nets $10M more through his innovative unemployment fraud recovery initiative
Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced today Metropolitan Commercial Bank will pay $10 million to Washington state as part of his innovative fraud recovery program to return unemployment funds stolen during the COVID pandemic.
Officer-involved incident in Madison under investigation by state authorities
The Wisconsin Department of Justice's Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is currently investigating an officer-involved incident in Madison, Wisconsin.
Bonta supports Maryland's firearm restrictions in legal challenge
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has announced the filing of an amicus brief in support of Maryland's firearm restrictions, as part of a multistate coalition.
Coalition supports Maryland's firearm restrictions amid legal challenges
Chicago – Attorney General Kwame Raoul, alongside District of Columbia Attorney General Brian Schwalb, has spearheaded a coalition of 18 attorneys general to file an amicus brief supporting Maryland in two legal challenges.
California defends child safety law against Big Tech's legal challenge
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has announced a preliminary victory in defending a new state law aimed at protecting children from social media addiction.
Ohio's OOCIC seizes $92M in narcotics; reports record methamphetamine bust
Law enforcement task forces under the Ohio Organized Crime Investigations Commission (OOCIC) have reported significant seizures of illegal drugs, firearms, and currency in 2024.
Maine Supreme Judicial Court seeks input on municipal park rangers' authority
The Maine Supreme Judicial Court, known as the Law Court, is seeking amicus briefs for the case City of Portland v. Marc A. Lesperance, under docket number Cum-24-94.
Texas Supreme Court dismisses State Bar's disciplinary action against AG office
The Supreme Court of Texas has dismissed the State Bar of Texas's efforts to discipline First Assistant Attorney General Brent Webster, concluding a legal battle that lasted four years.
California releases report showing disparities in police stops
The California Racial and Identity Profiling Advisory Board has released its annual report on police stops in the state for 2023.
Foley residents sentenced for roles in drug trafficking and fraud schemes
Three individuals from Foley have been sentenced for their involvement in drug, fraud, and identity theft crimes.
Former physician's assistant sentenced for patient assaults
Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced that Eldon Leinweber, a former physician’s assistant from Waterville, has been sentenced by a Douglas County Superior Court judge.
FBI investigates child sexual abuse allegations against New Mexico man
The FBI is currently investigating allegations of child sexual abuse involving a minor in Vanderwagen, New Mexico.