News from January 2024
CA emissions reporting rules illegal try to let CA regulate emissions worldwide, lawsuit says
A new lawsuit from the U.S. and California chambers of commerce and other business advocates says new California laws forcing businesses to report "climate" emissions violates both the First Amendment and Clean Air Act.
Indiana Firearms Dealer Will Stop Selling Large Capacity Magazines into New Jersey, Pay Penalty to Resolve Investigation into Illegal Online Sales
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs today announced that an Indiana-based firearms dealer has agreed to stop advertising, offering for sale, and selling large capacity magazines (“LCMs”) to New Jersey residents, and prevent the ordering and shipping of its LCMs to any New Jersey addresses, in order to resolve allegations stemming from an undercover investigation conducted by the Division.
Consumer Alert: Important Information on Door-to-Door Sales Scams
The Maryland Attorney General’s Office is offering tips to help people avoid door-to-door sales scams.
During National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, Ag Campbell Highlights Resources for the Public and Ongoing Efforts to Combat Human Trafficking
During National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, and as part of her ongoing effort to combat human trafficking in Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell is sharing materials and resources dedicated to raising awareness and educating the public on how to help identify signs of and report sex and labor trafficking.
Court: State AG can resolve opioid and other consumer protection suits, DA's can't
HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office has the ultimate authority in resolving litigation brought under the Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law and not the district attorneys of Philadelphia and Allegheny counties, per a first impression ruling from the Commonwealth Court.
Wrongful death claims in shooting of Baltimore man thrown out by judge
BALTIMORE (Legal Newsline) - A federal judge has thrown out wrongful death claims made by the family of Jamaal Taylor, who was fatally shot by Baltimore police in 2019.
Lawsuit against property-damage law firm by former client tossed
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - A federal judge has agreed that a former client has no federal case against a law firm it hopes to prevent from taking fees in pending cases.
Inmate who refused medicine can sue doctors for malpractice
INDIANAPOLIS (Legal Newsline) - A prison inmate who stopped taking prescription medicine after complaining about side effects can sue his doctors for malpractice and deliberate indifference for refusing to provide an alternate medication, the Indiana Supreme Court ruled, reversing a trial court’s dismissal of the prisoner’s lawsuit.
Florida county, magnet school named in sexual assault lawsuit
TAMPA, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - The mother of a Florida magnet school student says her child was sexually assaulted and is blaming Hillsborough County School Board in a recent lawsuit.
America First Legal Files Complaint Alleging Professional Misconduct by Hunter Biden
America First Legal (AFL) has taken legal action against Hunter Biden, filing a complaint with the District of Columbia Court of Appeals Board of Professional Responsibility. This follows a previous bar complaint filed by AFL against Mr. Biden's attorney, Kevin Morris, in the State of California. AFL alleges that there is significant evidence of professional misconduct by Mr. Biden, violating the District of Columbia Rules of Professional Conduct.According to AFL, Mr. Biden has engaged in a pattern and practice of professional misconduct, which raises questions about his...
Attorney General Miyares Sues NCAA Over NIL Restrictions
Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares has filed an antitrust lawsuit against the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), claiming that the organization's restrictions on student-athletes' ability to benefit from their Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rights violate federal antitrust law. Joined by the Attorney General of Tennessee, Miyares argues that these restrictions hinder the free market and unfairly limit the opportunities available to student-athletes."Student-athletes generate massive revenues for the NCAA, its members, and corporations within the...
Attorney General Moody Calls on Congress to Push Social Media Outlets to Protect Kids
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Attorney General Ashley Moody is urging Congress to take action to protect children on social media platforms. This comes as CEOs from major tech companies, including Meta, TikTok, and Snapchat, testify before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee on the issue of online child sexual exploitation.In a statement, Attorney General Moody expressed her concerns about the lack of accountability and the harm caused by these platforms. She said, "Big Tech CEOs think they are untouchable, and they have had free rein over our children online for way too long....
U.S. Supreme Court agrees to hear case of death row inmate Richard Glossip
The U.S. Supreme Court has accepted the certiorari petition regarding the conviction of Oklahoma death row inmate Richard Glossip.
Mayer Brown advises Mongolian Mortgage Corporation on Exchange Offer and New Money Bond Issuance
Mayer Brown represented Mongolian Mortgage Corporation HFC LLC and MIK Holding JSC in their exchange offer for 8.85% Senior Notes due 2024 (2024 Notes) and the concurrent new issuance of US$225,000,000 11.5% Senior Notes due 2027.
Attorney General Alan Wilson announces Anderson man sentenced for securities and commodities fraud
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that an Anderson man charged with over a million dollars of financial crimes has pleaded guilty in the state’s first criminal prosecution under the State’s Commodities Act.
Attorney General Clark Recognizes “Data Privacy Day,” Joins Legislative Leaders in Promoting Data Privacy Bill
Attorney General Charity Clark announced the January 28, 2024 celebration of Data Privacy Day, an international effort to raise awareness and promote privacy and data protection best practices. She praised legislative leaders for taking up H.121, a comprehensive data privacy bill, initially spearheaded by her office.
AG Henry on Commonwealth Court Decision in Opioid Settlement Litigation with Allegheny, Philadelphia County District Attorney Offices
Commonwealth Court issued a decision granting the Office of Attorney General’s application for summary relief in the lawsuits brought by the Philadelphia and Allegheny County District Attorneys seeking to pursue their own claims against national opioid manufacturers.
Drummond commends Governor Stitt for engaging productively with tribal nations
Attorney General Gentner Drummond today commended Gov. Kevin Stitt for signing three new state-tribal compact agreements.
Lee Podair and Mona Patel Discuss Electronic Bills of Lading Under the UCC
Thompson Coburn partner Lee Podair and associate Mona Patel authored a Secured Lender Magazine article in the Jan/Feb 2024 edition that details the legal framework prescribed by Articles 7 and 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) for a secured lender seeking to perfect its security interest in electronic bills of lading.
Kentucky bill to make U.S. citizenship a voting requirement passes House
FRANKFORT, Kentucky – A proposed constitutional amendment that would require U.S. citizenship to vote in Kentucky elections has passed the state House of Representatives.