News from April 2025
$9B for ovarian cancer claims rejected by judge; J&J heads back to court
HOUSTON (Legal Newsline) - A "heavily negotiated" plan to end tens of thousands of ovarian cancer claims with a $9 billion fund that has "significant support" can't be confirmed, a Houston bankruptcy judge has ruled.
Attorney General Kaul Urges consumers to Check Eligibility for Compensation for Inflated Generic Drug Price
Attorney General Josh Kaul is urging consumers to check their eligibility for compensation for certain generic drug purchases as Wisconsin joins 50 states and territories in seeking preliminary approval for a $39.1 million settlement with generic drug manufacturer Apotex over conspiracy to inflate prices and limit competition.
Attorney General Lopez Fights for Lahaina Disaster Case Management Program Fema Funds
Attorney General Anne Lopez joined a coalition of 22 other attorneys general in filing a motion seeking a court order to force the Trump administration to unfreeze essential funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
AG Jennings co-leads national call to lawyers: stand strong against Trump’s threats
Attorney General Kathy Jennings, co-leading a coalition of 21 attorney generals, issued Wednesday an open letter to the legal community warning of illegal attempts by the Trump administration to deter lawyers from challenging the administration’s actions or representing politically disfavored clients.
Settlement Update: Consumers To Check Eligibility for Compensation for Inflated Generic Drug Prices
Attorney General Charity Clark is urging consumers to check their eligibility for compensation for certain generic drug purchases as Vermont joins 50 states and territories in seeking preliminary approval for a $39.1 million settlement with generic drug manufacturer Apotex over conspiracy to inflate prices and limit competition.
McGuireWoods’ Peter Farley to Join Precision Aviation Group
McGuireWoods Atlanta partner Peter Farley will join Precision Aviation Group as chief legal officer, where he will have responsibility for all legal matters and compliance.
AG Nessel Urges 23andMe Users to Consider Deleting Accounts Amid Bankruptcy
Following the Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing of genetic testing company 23andMe on Sunday, March 23, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is urging account holders to consider proactive steps to protect their sensitive personal data.
Attorney General Hilgers Urges Consumers to Check Eligibility for Compensation for Inflated Generic Drug Prices
Attorney General Hilgers is urging consumers to check their eligibility for compensation for certain generic drug purchases as Nebraska joins 50 states and territories in seeking preliminary approval for a $39.1 million settlement with generic drug manufacturer Apotex over conspiracy to inflate prices and limit competition.
Russian national sentenced for illegal export of controlled aviation technology to Russia
Oleg Sergeyevhich Patsulya, a Russian national, has been sentenced to 70 months in prison for his involvement in a conspiracy to export controlled aviation technology to Russia and engage in money laundering related to the illicit export scheme.
Texas woman sentenced to prison for IRS fraud conspiracy
Jackie Marie Peters, a 53-year-old resident of Mansfield, Texas, has been sentenced to 18 months in prison by United States District Judge G. Murray Snow.
Billings man sentenced to prison for methamphetamine distribution network involvement
A Billings man received a prison sentence for his role in a methamphetamine distribution network.
Justice Department enhances FBI resources to tackle crime in Indian Country
The Justice Department has announced a concerted effort to address unresolved violent crimes in Indian Country, focusing particularly on issues related to missing and murdered indigenous persons.
Pharr resident charged for child exploitation after attempt to exit U.S. with a minor
A resident of Pharr, Texas, has been charged with producing child pornography involving a 16-year-old minor, as revealed by U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.
Federal jury convicts Ashland man on sexual abuse and drug distribution charges
A federal jury in Billings has found Stephen "Mutt" John Parker, 60, of Ashland, guilty of sexual abuse and methamphetamine distribution.
Justice Department commits FBI resources to combat violent crime in Indian Country
The Department of Justice has announced a significant redeployment of FBI resources to address unresolved violent crimes in Indian Country, particularly focusing on cases involving missing and murdered Indigenous persons.
Maryland man sentenced for drug conspiracy in West Virginia
Charles Edward Scott from Damascus, Maryland, has been sentenced to a prison term of 156 months following his involvement in a drug conspiracy distributing the drug "boot" in West Virginia.
Minnesota opens public input for healthcare negotiations involving major local institutions
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has announced the commencement of a new phase in the negotiations concerning the future of academic and clinical medicine and community health in the state.
Charleston resident sentenced for fentanyl distribution while on parole
Charles Eugene Moore, a 37-year-old resident of Charleston, has been sentenced to three years and five months in prison.
Leader of the Own Every Dollar gang sentenced for 2019 murder and other charges
Jerrin Pena, also known as “Rooga” or “Perry,” has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for his role in various violent activities as a member of the Own Every Dollar (OED) gang.
Med-Surg Physician Group settles false claims allegations with $152,382.70 payment
Acting United States Attorney Lisa G. Johnston has announced a resolution concerning allegations against Med-Surg Physician Group Inc. and its owner Oluyemisi Sangodeyi, M.D. They will pay $152,382.70 to settle claims of violating the federal...