News from September 2024
Governor Bill Lee presides over investiture ceremony for new supreme court justice Mary L. Wagner
Tennessee Supreme Court Justice Mary L. Wagner received a warm welcome to the bench as family, friends, colleagues, elected officials, and the judiciary joined her in Germantown for a ceremonial investiture by Governor Bill Lee.
Ken Paxton appoints new deputy attorney general for legal strategy
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced the promotion of Austin Kinghorn to Deputy Attorney General for Legal Strategy.
Colombian national extradited to US on charges related to kidnapping US soldiers
A Colombian national was extradited to the United States on Friday to face charges related to kidnapping and assaulting two members of the U.S. military who were on temporary duty in Bogotá, Colombia.
Montgomery County man charged with dissemination of child sexual abuse material
Attorney General Kwame Raoul’s office has charged a Montgomery County man with the alleged dissemination of child sexual abuse material. This case is part of Raoul’s ongoing collaboration with federal and local law enforcement agencies throughout Illinois to apprehend offenders who download and trade child sexual abuse images online.
Justice Department issues new guidelines on maintaining accurate voter registration lists
The Justice Department announced today the publication of new guidance addressing limits on when and how jurisdictions may remove voters from their voter lists. The guidance document reflects the department’s commitment to ensuring that every eligible voter can exercise their right to vote free of discrimination or voter intimidation.
Leaders charged with multiple felonies related to terrorism activities
The Justice Department announced today that Dallas Humber, 34, of Elk Grove, California, and Matthew Allison, 37, of Boise, Idaho—leaders of the Terrorgram Collective, a transnational terrorist group—were charged with a 15-count indictment for soliciting hate crimes, soliciting the murder of federal officials, and conspiring to provide material support to terrorists. Humber and Allison were arrested on Friday by law enforcement officials.
Charges announced against leaders of transnational terrorist group
Assistant Attorney General Matthew G. Olsen announced charges against leaders of the transnational terrorist group Terrorgram in a press conference held on September 9, 2024. Olsen, who serves as the Assistant Attorney General for National Security, detailed the allegations and the collaborative efforts of various federal agencies in addressing these threats.
Court Requires All New York City Yellow Taxis to be Wheelchair Accessible
A federal judge granted a motion to enforce a 2014 settlement agreement requiring that at least 50 percent of New York City’s yellow medallion taxicabs be wheelchair accessible.
Holland & Knight Continues Growth of Financial Services Team with Addition of Paul Libretta in New York
Holland & Knight has strengthened its Financial Services Team with the addition of Paul Libretta as a partner in New York.
Illinois Attorney General responds to Texas lawsuit challenging HIPAA protections
Attorney General Raoul issued a statement today in response to a Texas lawsuit aimed at blocking federal HIPAA rules designed to protect abortion-related medical information.
Bridgewater Bank Announces Acquisition of First Minnetonka City Bank
The BFKN Financial Institutions Group served as legal counsel to Bridgewater Bank and its parent company, Bridgewater Bancshares, Inc. (Nasdaq: BWB), in connection with the Bank’s definitive merger agreement with First Minnetonka City Bank and First Minnetonka Bancorporation, Inc.
Supreme Court of New Jersey Appoints Michael Herz and Joseph Murphy to District Ethics Committees
Fox Rothschild congratulates Michael R. Herz and Joseph M. “Bud” Murphy Jr. on their appointments to the Supreme Court of New Jersey’s District Ethics Committees.
South Carolina wants to keep labor penalties lower than feds following massive inflation adjustments
COLUMBIA, S.C. (Legal Newsline) - South Carolina faces another hurdle as it refuses to increase penalties for labor violations, which the federal government says it is required to do.
Vistage recognizes Atlanta partner Michelle Johnson with a 2024 Impact Award
Michelle Johnson has been named the recipient of a 2024 Impact Award by Vistage, the world’s largest CEO coaching and peer advisory organization for small and midsize businesses.
Nebraska Supreme Court to hear ballot initiative challenges next week
The Nebraska Supreme Court will hear arguments on three ballot initiative challenges regarding abortion rights on Monday, September 9, 2024. The cases are scheduled to begin at 10:00 am in the Supreme Court Courtroom, State Capitol, Lincoln, Nebraska, with each side allotted 15 minutes.
Justice Department announces new measures against machine gun conversion devices
Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco addressed a gathering organized by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) to combat the production and spread of unlawful machine gun conversion devices (MCDs). In her remarks, she extended sympathies to those affected by a recent school shooting in Georgia.
AG Yost files lawsuit against home-improvement firm for alleged fraud
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has filed a lawsuit against Magic Touch Exteriors and its operators, alleging they defrauded homeowners across the Midwest of over $460,000. The lawsuit, submitted in Franklin County Common Pleas Court, names Joseph Slye and David Harvey as defendants. Slye resides in Galloway, while Harvey is based in Columbus.
Indiana man sentenced for sexually exploiting children
An Indiana man was sentenced today to 17 and a half years in prison for possessing and creating images of child sexual abuse.
Attorney General Tong comments on insurance rate hikes
Attorney General William Tong issued a statement regarding the recent rate increases approved by the Connecticut Insurance Department for Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, ConnectiCare, and United/Oxford plans available on the individual and small group market. These plans are accessible both on and off the state-sponsored exchange.
Spartanburg County man arrested on eight child sexual abuse charges
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Jeremy Adam Belisle, 41, of Wellford, S.C., on eight charges connected to the sexual exploitation of a minor. Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force investigators with the South Carolina Attorney General's Office made the arrest. Investigators with the Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office and Greenville County Sheriff's Office, both also members of the state's ICAC Task Force, assisted with this investigation.