News from 2025
Pennsylvania man sentenced to 24 months for bank fraud conspiracy
A man from Pennsylvania, Marquise A. Billy, has been sentenced to 24 months in prison for his role in a bank fraud conspiracy. U.S. District Court Judge Bridget Meehan Brennan handed down the sentence after Billy, 31, of Long Pond, pleaded guilty...
Mexican man indicted for alleged trafficking of cocaine and heroin into the U.S
A 36-year-old man from Guadalupe, Nuevo Leon, Mexico, has been indicted for trafficking over 12 kilograms of cocaine and nearly five kilograms of heroin into the United States.
Philadelphia man admits to defrauding government of $1 million in SNAP, Medicaid benefits
James Sessoms, a Philadelphia resident, has pleaded guilty to charges including SNAP fraud, false statements related to health care benefits, and Social Security fraud.
Raoul leads coalition against EPA science dismantling in Congress
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has spearheaded a coalition of 14 attorneys general in petitioning Congress to resist two proposed bills.
Colorado City man sentenced to 35 years for involvement in child abuse ring
Torrance Bistline, a 36-year-old man from Colorado City, Arizona, has been sentenced to 35 years in prison by United States District Judge Susan M. Brnovich.
Canonsburg resident faces federal charges for child sexual exploitation
A Canonsburg, Pennsylvania resident, Justin Darby, 37, has admitted guilt in federal court for charges related to the sexual exploitation of minors, as disclosed by Acting United States Attorney Troy Rivetti.
Attorney General Drummond responds to Treasurer's baseless claims
Attorney General Gentner Drummond made the following statement today after State Treasurer Todd Russ attacked his actions to protect Oklahoma's rights.
Littler Continues to Expand New Haven Office and Labor Relations Capabilities with Senior Counsel Elisabeth Ambrozaitis
Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has added Elisabeth Ambrozaitis as senior counsel in its New Haven office.
Bradley Adds Environmental Attorney Katherine Barnes Cohn to Nashville Office
Bradley is pleased to announce that Katherine Barnes Cohn has joined the firm’s Nashville office as counsel in the Environmental Law Practice Group.
Troutman Pepper Locke Celebrates 100 Days as Combined Firm With Significant Achievements in Energy Sector
Troutman Pepper Locke proudly marks its 100th day as a combined firm, following the merger of Troutman Pepper and Locke Lord.
Attorney General Wrigley Announces Settlement With Delta 8 Resellers Over Illegal Sale of Vaping Products
Attorney General Drew H. Wrigley announced that he has reached a settlement with Vando Holdings Corp., K & L Products, LLP, Kristen Doka, and Ryan Doka, the owners and operators of the website www.delta8resellers.com (Delta 8 Resellers), resolving claims that they sold and shipped illegal vaping products to North Dakota residents, including to minors.
Chloe Coplen-Anderson Sentenced to 35 to 60 Years for Murder of Newborn Baby
Chloe Coplen-Anderson, of Gordon, Nebraska, was sentenced today by Judge Travis O’Gorman to 35 to 60 years in prison for the murder of her newborn baby. Coplen-Anderson pled guilty to one count of 2nd-degree murder last August in Sheridan County District Court.
Disclosure of the Name of the Trooper Involved in the April 13, 2025 Shooting Incident in Dover, New Hampshire
Attorney General John M. Formella announces the identity of the New Hampshire State Trooper who discharged his firearm during a shooting incident on the early morning of April 13, 2025, on Route 16 in Dover, New Hampshire that resulted in the nonfatal shooting of Moriah Infinjer (age 28).
Republican Montana lawmaker is first to oppose citizen-only voting
A Montana legislator has become the first Republican to vote against a citizen-only voting amendment in a floor vote.Rep. Sherry Essmann (R-Billings) cast her vote April 18 against Senate Bill 185.
Foley’s Denver Office Relocates to Elevated New Space
Foley & Lardner LLP is pleased to announce the relocation of its Denver office to new, state-of-the-art space at 1144 Fifteenth, Suite 2200, reflecting the office’s extraordinary growth and the firm’s long-term commitment to the Denver market.
Holland & Knight Advises Harvest Hill Beverage Company on Sale to Castillo Hermanos
Holland & Knight advised Harvest Hill Beverage Company, a portfolio company of Brynwood Partners, on its purchase agreement with Castillo Hermanos, a multinational diversified business group. Castillo Hermanos is partnering with private investment firm Centerview Capital, which will make a strategic investment.
Former Acting US Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina Joins Troutman Pepper Locke
Lawrence J. Cameron, former Acting U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina, has joined Troutman Pepper Locke’s Charlotte office as a partner in the firm’s White Collar Litigation and Investigations Practice.
Appeals court supports Buckeye Institute in Cleveland tax case
On Thursday, Ohio’s Eighth District Court of Appeals ruled in favor of The Buckeye Institute and its clients in the Wos v. Cleveland case, deciding that the lower court made an error when it dismissed the case.
TN Attorney General Skrmetti Announces Victory Against Google for Monopolizing Digital Advertising Markets
Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti today announced a significant victory in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia after Judge Leonie Brinkema found that Google violated the law by maintaining illegal monopolies in the digital advertising technology industry—stifling competition and harming website publishers, advertisers, and consumers.
Attorney General Alan Wilson joins 26-state coalition backing federal Second Amendment Task Force
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced he has joined a 26-state coalition of attorneys general in sending a letter to U.S. Attorney General Pamela Bondi in strong support of the newly created Second Amendment Enforcement Task Force.