News from 2024
Easley woman arrested for alleged exploitation of assisted living resident
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Christa Porter Bennett, 51, of Easley, S.C., on charges related to the exploitation of a vulnerable adult and breach of trust with fraudulent intent. Bennett was taken into custody at the Greenville County Detention Center on June 28, 2024.
Attorney General Bird Makes Case in Court Against TikTok to Protect Kids
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird made the case in a state district court to prevent TikTok from lying to parents about inappropriate videos on the app.
AG Fitch Releases Statement Celebrating SecondAnniversary of Dobbs
In celebration of the two-year anniversary of the Mississippi Dobbs decision, Attorney General Lynn Fitch released the following statement.
Former State Employee Indicted for Theft and Insurance Fraud
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today announced the indictment of Shanell Angelia West, 45, of Essex, Maryland, in two separate cases involving theft and insurance fraud.
Mayer Brown Advises Jérôme Dreyfuss as Part of the Acquisition of a Stake in the Group by Cap Invest
Mayer Brown advised Jérôme Dreyfuss, founder and director, and the Dreyfuss Group, as part of the acquisition of a stake in the company by Family Office CAP Invest, which has become a minority shareholder alongside its founder.
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.