News from November 2024
Attorney General Raoul settles $1.8M case with staffing agency over wage-fixing
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has announced a $1.8 million settlement with Metro Staff Inc., resolving allegations of no-poach agreements and wage fixing with two other staffing agencies.
Morrill County Clerk Magistrate retires after six decades of service
Morrill County Clerk Magistrate Linda Hayden has announced her retirement, effective January 2, 2025.
Violence against women tribal consultation highlights collaborative efforts
Director Rosie Hidalgo recently addressed attendees at the 19th Annual Government-to-Government Violence Against Women Tribal Consultation.
Bonta moves for stronger protections in LA juvenile halls after alarming report
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has filed a joint motion with Los Angeles County to amend a court judgment addressing conditions in the county's juvenile halls.
Ohio's SB 275 aims to meet growing energy needs through private investment
The Buckeye Institute presented its testimony before the Ohio Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee regarding Ohio Senate Bill 275.
Justice Department sues Kentucky landlord over alleged tenant harassment
The U.S. Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against Adnan Shalash, a rental property manager in Lexington, Kentucky, alleging sexual harassment and retaliation under the Fair Housing Act.
Attorneys general urge Congress to pass Kids Online Safety Act
Attorney General Liz Murrill, alongside Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti and 30 other states, is advocating for the passage of the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) by Congress.
Authorities charge 20 alleged members in Philadelphia-based cocaine trafficking case
Attorney General Michelle Henry, in collaboration with the Pennsylvania State Police and New Jersey State Police, has announced charges against 20 individuals allegedly involved in a cocaine trafficking operation based in Philadelphia.
Idaho attorney general announces arrests related to child exploitation material
Attorney General Raúl Labrador has reported the arrest of three men in Idaho for possession of child sexual exploitation material within a 24-hour period.
Webinar on intellectual disabilities postponed by Vermont Judiciary
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the "Intellectual Disabilities 101" webinar originally planned for November 19, 2024, has been postponed.
California man sentenced for acting as illegal agent for Chinese government
John Chen, a 71-year-old resident of Los Angeles and the People's Republic of China (PRC), has been sentenced to 20 months in prison.
AG Nessel warns against rising utility imposter scams ahead of awareness day
Ahead of Utility Scam Awareness Day on November 20, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has reiterated her consumer alert regarding utility imposter scams.
Attorneys general push Congress for kids' online safety legislation
Attorney General Kwame Raoul, alongside a bipartisan coalition of 32 attorneys general, has urged Congress to pass the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) before the year's end.
Greenberg Traurig Helps United Way Worldwide Launch Star-Studded Hurricane Relief Benefit
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP provided a variety of legal support to United Way Worldwide in support of its Benefit for Hurricane Relief.
Law Week Colorado Reports on Shook Art Law and the Intersection With AI
Shook Senior Counsel Channah Norman and Partner Camila Tobón were featured in an article by Law Week Colorado, “Art Law, a Unique Practice at the Intersection of Law and Creativity.”
When Can I Stop Work Due to Lack of Payment: A Subcontractor’s Ultimate Dilemma on November 20, 2024
Richard Kalson and Stephen Seeger will present “When Can I Stop Work Due to Lack of Payment: A Subcontractor’s Ultimate Dilemma” at the ADSC Mid-Atlantic Sporting Clays Target Shoot and Networking Event.
Troutman Pepper Advises US Compliance in Acquisition of Hellman & Associates, Inc.
Troutman Pepper client U.S. Compliance, a national provider of environmental, health and safety (EHS) services, has acquired Hellman & Associates, Inc., a regional leader in EHS consulting based in the Denver, CO area.
Associate Joshua Kaut Officially Admitted to Ohio State Bar
Jackson Kelly Associate, Joshua Kaut, was officially sworn in on Tuesday, November 12 to the Ohio State bar.
Former Pilot Station Mayor Pleads Guilty to Felony Election Interference
68-year-old Arthur Sammy Heckman, Sr. entered a guilty plea to one felony charge of Unlawful Interference with an Election for inducing or attempting to induce an election official to fail in the official’s duty by force, threat, intimidation, or offers of reward.
Attorney General Steve Marshall Announces Court of Criminal Appeals Upholds Murder Conviction in Clarke County
Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals affirmed the conviction of Jeremiah Wesley Irvin, 25, of Thomasville, for murder.