News from 2024
Indictments announced for violent incidents at Sussex I State Prison
Attorney General Miyares and Sussex Commonwealth’s Attorney Sykes have announced that a Sussex County Grand Jury has returned multiple felony indictments against four MS-13 gang members. The charges relate to the assault of Correctional Officer K. Phillip-Fields, the stabbing death of K-9 Rivan, and the stabbing of a prison inmate at Sussex I State Prison on April 2, 2024.
Attorney General Tong responds to Supreme Court's Chevron doctrine reversal
Attorney General William Tong issued a statement today in response to the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Loper Bright v. Raimondo and Relentless v. Department of Commerce, which overturns the Chevron doctrine. The Chevron doctrine mandated federal courts to defer to administrative agencies when statutory intent was unclear.
Human trafficking task force lauded for successful convictions and arrests
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost today commended the Mahoning Valley Human Trafficking Task Force for its dedication and effectiveness, following the recent conviction and sentencing of two individuals involved in child pornography and multiple arrests of alleged sex buyers.
Delaware Supreme Court vacates lower court's decision on voting rights
The Delaware Supreme Court has unanimously vacated a lower court ruling that jeopardized tens of thousands of Delawareans' voting rights under the state’s permanent absentee and early voting statutes.
Attorney General Nessel issues alert on alternative gas suppliers
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has issued a Consumer Alert regarding Alternative Gas Suppliers (AGSs) following numerous complaints about deceptive practices. Since the beginning of 2024, over 125 complaints have been filed with the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) concerning AGSs.
Former Luzerne County band director convicted of sexual assault
HARRISBURG — Attorney General Michelle Henry announced that a former band director at a Luzerne County high school was convicted this week of sexual assault for groping a student in 2019. The jury convicted Theron Roberts late Thursday afternoon of felony institutional sexual assault and corruption of minors, along with two misdemeanor counts of indecent assault. Roberts, 41, will be sentenced on Sept. 27.
Providence County Grand Jury indicts Matthew Reilly on multiple charges
An indictment, information, or complaint is merely an allegation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
Attorney General Miyares announces new season for expanded youth camps across Virginia
Attorney General Miyares Kicks Off Virginia Rules Camp Season
Drummond comments on ruling that pauses Oklahoma immigration law
OKLAHOMA CITY (June 28, 2024) – Attorney General Gentner Drummond commented on a federal judge's approval of a preliminary injunction halting Oklahoma’s new immigration reform law, House Bill 4156.
Attorney General Phil Weiser responds to Supreme Court ruling on Chevron doctrine
June 28, 2024 (DENVER)—Attorney General Phil Weiser released a statement today regarding the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn 40 years of regulatory law precedent.
Indiana AG sues NY real estate financiers over tenant displacement
Attorney General Todd Rokita and his team have filed a lawsuit against New York real estate financier ROCO Chetrit Entities LLC for allegedly allowing Hickory Ridge Apartments in Merrillville, Indiana, to fall into such disrepair that elderly and vulnerable tenants were unlawfully forced out of their homes.
Attorney General Marshall secures restraining order against Legend Windows
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced today that the Circuit Court of Shelby County granted his emergency request for a temporary restraining order against Legend Windows, LLC and individuals affiliated with the business, Jody Ray Whitworth, Bobby Ray Whitworth, and Robin Simmons Willard. The Attorney General alleges that Legend Windows, the Whitworths, and Willard violated Alabama’s Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA) by misleading consumers into making deposits for new windows and doors and then failing to deliver the agreed-upon products.
Bclp Announces New Co-chairs of I&d Action Board
International law firm BCLP has announced that Partners Sunita Chawla and Shelley Goto have been named the new co-chairs of the firm’s Global I&D Action Board.
Imposter Scams Circulating in Lancaster County
The Nebraska Attorney General’s Office and Lancaster County Sheriff are issuing an alert that there has been an increase in government imposter scams in Lancaster County, especially those impersonating local law enforcement offices or court officials.
IAM Patent rankings feature 37 DLA Piper patent lawyers
DLA Piper’s international patent team has once again been recognised by IAM Patent 1000: The World's Leading Patent Professionals, which has named 37 DLA Piper lawyers from eleven countries in its global guide of top patent professionals.
Griffin Establishes Cold Case Unit Within the Office of the Attorney General
Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following statement after announcing at the annual Missing Persons Event in Benton that his office will establish a new unit investigating cold cases.
Randy Willard, of Juneau, Sentenced to 7.5 Years for Sexual Abuse of a Minor and Distributing Indecent Materials to a Minor
On June 21, Juneau Superior Court Judge Amy Mead sentenced 39-year-old Randy Willard to 7.5 years of incarceration for the 2019 sexual abuse of a 14-year old family member in his home in November 2019.
Massive bankruptcy plan to end OxyContin lawsuits rejected by U.S. Supreme Court
WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline) - A split U.S. Supreme Court has invalidated the bankruptcy plan of OxyContin-maker Purdue Pharma, which hoped to resolve crushing opioid litigation with a multibillion-dollar plan funded partly by former owners the Sackler family.
Lawsuit blaming cops for murder of San Diego woman fails
SAN DIEGO (Legal Newsline) - San Diego has defeated a wrongful death lawsuit that sought to hold it and its police officers liable for the murder of a woman allegedly carried out by a stalker.
Greenberg Traurig Receives 2024 LexisNexis Middle East ‘Deal of the Year’ Award
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP received the Deal of the Year award at the inaugural LexisNexis Middle East Legal Awards.