News from November 2024
Cleveland attorney suspended for misconduct in child-neglect cases
The Supreme Court of Ohio has issued a suspension for Cleveland attorney Tyresha Brown-O’Neal, following her involvement in child-neglect cases.
Judicial Branch announces closure for Thanksgiving holiday
All Judicial Branch courts and the Administrative Office of the Courts will be closed on Thanksgiving Day and Friday, November 29, 2024.
Attorney General Liz Murrill advises vigilance against scams this Black Friday
The Louisiana Attorney General, Liz Murrill, has issued a reminder for consumers to remain cautious as they participate in Black Friday shopping.
'Wrecking ball' class action lawyer might be in mess in Kroger case
CHICAGO (Legal Newsline) - Kroger wants a controversial class action lawyer punished for bringing a case over "farm-fresh" eggs that was recently thrown out by a Chicago federal judge.
Attorney General Griffin Partners with University of Arkansas to Secure State’s Constitutional Documents
Griffin: ‘It is well past time that we bring these historical resources into the modern age by digitizing them and making them available to everyone’.
Attorney General Mayes Announces Conclusion of Criminal Case with Court Ordered Restitution of $3.8 million
Attorney General Kris Mayes announced that the Court has now ordered 37-year old convicted white collar crime offender Ariell Olivia Dix to pay $3,863,036.15 in restitution for her role in the Illegal Control of an Enterprise – a crime for which she was sentenced to prison for 3.5 years in May 2024.
Bradley's David Pugh Elected Chair of Associated Builders and Contractors National Board of Directors
Bradley is pleased to announce that Birmingham partner David Pugh was elected as the 2025 National Chair of the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) National Board of Directors.
Thirty-Four Holland & Knight Attorneys Named Mid-South Super Lawyers and Rising Stars for 2024
Super Lawyers has named 15 attorneys from Holland & Knight's Alabama and Tennessee offices as "Super Lawyers" and 19 as "Rising Stars" for 2024.
Nebraska Advanced Practice Registered Nurse License Revoked for Fraud
On November 20, 2024, Nebraska's Chief Medical Officer Dr. Timothy Tesmer revoked the licenses of Andrea Meisinger, an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Nurse Practitioner and registered nurse in Nebraska.
Leading Healthcare and Life Sciences Attorney Craig Bleifer Joins McGuireWoods
Craig B. Bleifer, a nationally recognized healthcare and life sciences attorney who served as general counsel for two global pharmaceutical companies, has joined McGuireWoods as a partner in New York.
Jerry Goldfeder Selected to Receive New Democratic Dimensions 2024 Liberty Award
Jerry Goldfeder, a member of the firm’s Commercial Litigation Department, has been selected to receive the New Democratic Dimensions Liberty Award.
AG Coalition: The U.S. military must cease its unlawful use of racial quotas
Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach led coalition of 19 state attorneys general in a letter urging U.S. military leaders to stop using unlawful and immoral racial quotas for recruitment and admission to military academies.
Attorney General Brown Obtains Guilty Plea Related to Illegal Discharge of Diesel Fuel in Anne Arundel County Charles County Man Sentenced for Environmental Crimes
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced the guilty plea of Larry A. Gross, 46, of Waldorf, Maryland, for violations of Maryland environmental laws regarding the discharge of diesel fuel.
AG Campbell Joins Justice Department, Multistate Coalition Seeking To Limit Google's Business Practices
Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell announced that she, along with a coalition of 38 attorneys general and the Justice Department, has proposed a robust package of remedies to end Google’s unlawful monopoly over internet search engines and to restore competition to benefit customers.
Attorney General Bonta files charges against US Framing West for labor law violations
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has announced the filing of 31 criminal charges and two enhancements against US Framing West and two of its employees.
Attorney General advises caution during Black Friday and Cyber Monday
Ahead of the major shopping days Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul has issued a reminder for consumers to be vigilant against fraud and scams.
Federal court orders Harris Jewelry website reopening for servicemember refund claims
A federal court has mandated Harris Jewelry to reactivate its claims process and inform consumers, primarily active duty servicemembers, about the opportunity to submit refund claims.
Former Lawrence mayor's chief pleads guilty to child pornography charges
The former Chief of Staff to the Mayor of Lawrence, Massachusetts, Jhovanny Martes-Rosario, has pleaded guilty in federal court to charges related to child pornography.
Attorney General Marshall wins case against Biden rule affecting Alabama farmers
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has claimed a legal victory against the Biden Administration, specifically in defense of Alabama farmers.
Supreme Court issues notice on proposed fiscal policy amendments
A notice of comment has been issued by the Supreme Court regarding proposed amendments to Fiscal Policy 206.