News from June 2024
Wisconsin DOJ investigates officer-involved shooting in Adams County
The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred in the Town of Big Flats, Wisconsin, on the afternoon of Saturday, June 29, 2024.
Investigation launched into civilian death involving Utica Police Department
The New York Attorney General’s Office of Special Investigation has initiated an inquiry into the death of Nyah Mway, who passed away on June 29, 2024, following an encounter with the Utica Police Department (UPD) in Utica.
No constitutional right for 'involuntarily homeless' to camp in public spaces, Supreme Court says
The 6-3 ruling tosses out a controversial court decision that blocked communities from enforcing 'anti-camping' rules and hamstrung governments' ability to respond to myriad health and safety problems caused by homeless encampments in parks and on sidewalks and in other public spaces
Attorney General Phil Weiser comments on Supreme Court Rio Grande River Compact decision
Attorney General Phil Weiser issued a statement on June 21, 2024, regarding the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Texas v. New Mexico and Colorado.
Wilson Elser Hires Two Partners in Denver, Strengthening Insurance Coverage Capabilities
National law firm Wilson Elser announced today that it has hired two insurance coverage and defense litigation partners in its Denver, Colorado, office.
Greenberg Traurig’s John Huber and Annette W. Jarvis Listed in Utah Business Magazine’s 2024 ‘Legal Elite’
John Huber and Annette W. Jarvis, shareholders in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP’s Salt Lake City office, were recognized in Utah Business magazine's 2024 edition of “Legal Elite.”
Juror's criminal past, dishonesty won't stop $120 million verdict against Chevron
FRESNO, Calif. (Legal Newsline) - Chevron must pay a $120 million verdict in California, an appeals court has ruled, despite arguments one of the jurors who handed it down was ineligible to serve on a jury.
Catch COVID at work? Don't ask Workers' Comp for money, Delaware says
WILMINGTON, Del. (Legal Newsline) - A Perdue employee who contracted COVID-19 at work can't earn Workers' Compensation benefits, Delaware's highest court has said in deciding COVID is not a compensable occupational disease.
Attorneys general file brief supporting healthcare protections for transgender individuals
Attorney General Raoul files brief in support of increased health care protections for transgender individuals
Supreme Court restores local control over homeless camping bans
The Supreme Court has rejected judicial overreach by the Ninth Circuit, restoring the ability of West Coast cities to manage their public spaces effectively. The majority opinion cited several times an amicus brief led by Idaho.
Illinois begins $70M settlement distribution after bond rigging case
Attorney General Raoul to start allocation process in $70 million settlement with investment banks
Iowa Supreme Court concludes adjudicative term with all cases resolved
Today marks the conclusion of the 2023-2024 Iowa Supreme Court adjudicative term. During this period, the court addressed 104 cases. All opinions from these cases are now available on the Iowa Judicial Branch website.
New Cumberland woman arrested for possessing child sexual abuse material
HARRISBURG — Attorney General Michelle Henry announced the arrest of a New Cumberland woman charged with possessing numerous files of child sexual abuse material, including those depicting the abuse of very young children.
Attorney General secures $128K refunds for undisclosed waste-disposal fees
Attorney General Ellison wins $128K in refunds for waste-disposal company consumers over undisclosed fees
Professor charged with multimillion-dollar NIH grant fraud scheme
A federal grand jury in the District of Maryland has indicted a Pennsylvania man for allegedly defrauding the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) of approximately $16 million in federal grant funds.
Colorado man charged with repeated sexual assault linked to clergy abuse initiative
Attorney General Josh Kaul and Wood County District Attorney Craig Lambert announced that James Lane, 52, has been charged with one count of Repeated Sexual Assault of a Child. The incidents allegedly occurred between September 1, 2002, and December 31, 2003.
Attorney General Garland responds to Supreme Court's decision in Fischer v. United States
The Justice Department issued a statement from Attorney General Merrick B. Garland regarding the Supreme Court’s decision in Fischer v. United States.
Kansas resumes electronic filing for appeals after cybersecurity incident
Electronic filing in existing Kansas appellate cases will resume on July 1 and become mandatory on July 8, ending most paper-only processes that have been in place since an October 2023 cybersecurity incident impacted the Kansas court system.
Attorney General Knudsen responds to Supreme Court ruling on homeless camp bans
The U.S. Supreme Court has reversed a lower court's decision that prohibited states and local governments from enforcing laws preventing public spaces from becoming homeless encampments. In response to the Johnson v. City of Grants Pass ruling, Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen issued a statement.
Justice Department supports campus law enforcement at IACLEA conference
The Justice Department supported campus public safety and law enforcement leaders during the annual International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators Conference (IACLEA) from June 24 through June 27, in New Orleans. The conference brought together police chiefs, public safety directors, and security personnel at higher education institutions responsible for protecting millions of students worldwide to explore the latest trends and best practices, as well as the challenges facing institutions and communities.