News from February 2024
Greenberg Traurig Grows FDA Practice in Phoenix; Adds Peter Arhangelsky
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP continues to grow its Health Care & FDA Practice in Arizona with the addition of Peter A. Arhangelsky as shareholder.
Attorney General Marshall Leads 22-State Supreme Court Brief in Support of President Trump
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall led a 22-state brief in the case Trump v. United States in support of President Trump’s request that the U.S. Supreme Court stay his trial proceedings until the Supreme Court can rule on his claim of presidential immunity.
Attorney General Mayes Urges Legislature to Reject SB1221
Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following statement on SB1221 being heard in the Senate Appropriations Committee.
Attorney General Kaul Urges Congressional Action on Pharmacy Benefit Manager Reform
Attorney General Josh Kaul, along with a bipartisan coalition of 39 attorneys general, is urging the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives to reform the practices of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). Kaul emphasized the importance of holding down prescription drug prices and increasing transparency in pricing, stating, “The cost that Wisconsinites pay for prescription drugs shouldn’t increase because of pharmacy benefit managers.”The coalition highlights three crucial bills for reform within the PBM industry: the DRUG Act (S1542/HR6283), Protecting Patients Against PBM...
Attorney General Moody Secures 25-Year Prison Sentence for Latin King Gang Member in Massive Cartel Drug Ring
Attorney General Ashley Moody announced the successful prosecution of a Latin King gang member involved in a massive drug trafficking operation, resulting in a 25-year prison sentence. Johnny Cisnero was sentenced by Circuit Judge James D. Sloan for his role in trafficking dangerous drugs from the Mexican Cartel to Sur-13 gang members in Florida prisons. Attorney General Moody expressed gratitude to the Statewide Prosecutors and law enforcement partners for their efforts in bringing Cisnero to justice, stating, “A Latin King gang member involved in a massive drug ring...
Sheppard Mullin Recognized by Chambers Global 2024
Sheppard Mullin has been recognized by Chambers Global 2024 in the following practice areas.
U.S. Supreme Court hears emergency stay of EPA ‘Good Neighbor Plan’ rule
WASHINGTON – The United States Supreme Court heard oral arguments on a potential stay related to the Environmental Protection Agency’s “Good Neighbor Plan.”
Class action lawsuits enrich attorneys, harm Georgia consumers
Bankrate, a consumer financial services company, has announced that drivers in Atlanta are paying an average of $2,802 for full coverage auto insurance. This figure is higher than both the state and national averages. A contributing factor to these rising costs is an increase in class action lawsuits that benefit attorneys but force businesses to raise their prices.
Attorney General Miyares Launches New Public Awareness Tools for “One Pill Can Kill” Campaign
Attorney General Miyares has launched a new public awareness initiative called “One Pill Can Kill” aimed at reducing opioid deaths, educating Virginians on the dangers of fentanyl-laced drugs, and providing community resources. Speaking about the campaign, Attorney General Miyares stated, “The opioid epidemic has impacted every corner of the Commonwealth. It’s through education, prevention, and accessible resources that Virginians can fight back against the threat opioids and fake prescription pills present to us and to our loved ones. One Pill Can Kill is the product of...
Civil rights claim tossed from lawsuit over death of undocumented immigrant who fell off border wall
SAN DIEGO (Legal Newsline) - One civil rights claim has been struck from a wrongful death lawsuit brought by the widow of an undocumented immigrant who fell off a border wall in California.
Bad start for class action over gas stove emissions
SAN FRANCISCO (Legal Newsline) - A federal judge has gutted one of the first class action lawsuits that claims the makers of gas stoves have committed consumer fraud by portraying the items as safe when they emit harmful emissions.
Gym owners won sexual abuse lawsuit but must pay sanctions for contacting class members
CHICAGO (Legal Newsline) - A famous former volleyball coach who defeated a class action by parents who claimed he hid prior allegations of sexual abuse must pay $21,000 in sanctions for improperly contacting potential class members and urging them to opt out of the suit.
Lawsuit claims artificial ingredients in chocolate creme pie
NEW YORK (Legal Newsline) - After months in state court, a lawsuit against Schwan's over preservatives in its chocolate creme pie is now in federal court.
Lawsuit says too many ingredients in Walmart's peaches
ST. LOUIS (Legal Newsline) - Walmart faces a class action lawsuit for including ingredients other than juice and peaches in its containers of the fruit.
National Trial Team to Host 2024 Mock Trial Invitational
Demonstrating Wilson Elser’s commitment to deepening our trial bench and building the next generation of trial attorneys, the firm’s National Trial Team (NTT) will host the 2024 Mock Trial Invitational on March 21–23, 2024.
Greenberg Traurig Enhances Premier Real Estate Offering with Addition of Star Construction Litigation Team
In a strategic move to enhance its full-service, industry-leading Real Estate capabilities through the expansion of its Construction Law and Litigation practices, Greenberg Traurig, LLP has added Robert L. Crewdson and John S. Ducat as shareholders in its Atlanta office.
Neal Gerber Eisenberg, John Koenigsknecht and David Stone Secure Chambers Global Band 1 Ranking in Mining & Metals
Neal Gerber Eisenberg is proud to announce the firm has achieved Band 1 ranking in Mining & Metals in the Chambers Global Guide 2024.
Investigative Report Released for June 2022 Fatal Vehicle Crash in Baltimore City
The Independent Investigations Division (IID) of the Maryland Office of the Attorney General released its investigative report of the June 21, 2022, police involved fatal vehicle crash in Baltimore City.
Attorney General Bonta Announces Massive Fentanyl Seizure of More Than 720,000 Pills in San Diego County
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced a joint operation in San Diego County resulting in the felony arrest of a suspect and the seizure of 720,000 fentanyl pills. On February 9, 2024, Department of Homeland Security, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Fentanyl Abatement & Suppression Team (FAST), in collaboration with the California Department of Justice San Diego Fentanyl Enforcement Program (SD FEP).
Attorney General Mayes Urges Arizonans to Beware of Online Romance Scams
Attorney General Kris Mayes urges Arizonans of all ages to protect themselves from online romance scams. Romance scammers create fake online profiles and search through dating apps, dating sites, and social media platforms such as Facebook or Instagram looking for victims.