Legal Roundup
CONSUMER ALERT - Reports of Law Enforcement Impersonation Scams Increase in New Hampshire
Attorney General John M. Formella announces a recent rise in reports of scammers impersonating the Rockingham County Sherrif’s Office (“RCSO”) in order to trick people into paying money to avoid an imminent arrest.
Alabama Attorney General Files Lawsuit Against Asset Managers BlackRock, State Street Corp., and Vanguard Group
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall joined a multistate coalition suing BlackRock, State Street Corporation, and Vanguard Group, three of the largest institutional investors in the world, for conspiring to artificially depress output and increase the cost of coal through anticompetitive trade practices.
Carr Encourages Georgia Servicemembers, Veterans Defrauded by Harris Jewelry to Request Refunds by Dec. 21
Attorney General Chris Carr is encouraging Georgia servicemembers and veterans who were deceived and defrauded by Harris Jewelry to request a refund by Dec. 21, 2024.
Bradley Partner Tom Trent Recognized with 2025 Client Choice Award by Lexology
Bradley is pleased to announce that Nashville partner Tom Trent has been recognized for the fifth consecutive year with a Client Choice Award presented by Lexology.
Epstein Becker Green Awards 2024 Annual Core Values Champions
Epstein Becker Green (EBG) is pleased to announce that the winners of the firm’s 2024 Annual Core Values Champion awards are Wendy G. Marcari, Member of the Firm; Genevieve M. Murphy-Bradacs, Senior Counsel and Zachary (Zach) Taylor, Associate; and Elizabeth (Liz) Lynch, Legal Secretary.
Mara Goltsman Obtains Summary Judgment for Nursing Home Client
Congratulations to Mara and Clausen Miller’s New York office for another summary judgment win!
Elissa Baur Named Finalist for HYPE ICONS 2024 Young Professionals Award
McGuireWoods Richmond partner Elissa Baur was honored as a finalist in the Community Champion category at the HYPE ICONS Young Professionals Awards on Nov. 14, 2024, in Richmond.
Sene Tela Sentenced to 12 Years for Facebook Marketplace Robbery
Monday, Superior Court Judge Andrew Guidi sentenced Sene Tela, 43, for a robbery during a Facebook Marketplace meeting in August 2021.
Attorney General Bird Announces Top Tips to Shop Smart and Scam-Free on Black Friday Weekend
As holiday sales gear up, Iowans are not the only ones seeking to take advantage. Attorney General Bird today announced top tips for shopping smart and scam-free this Black Friday weekend.
AG Nessel Launches Holiday Consumer Protection Campaign
As families prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving and other traditions to welcome the holidays, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is launching her annual holiday consumer protection campaign focused on ways Michigan residents can protect their information and their wallets.
Attorney General Hilgers Joins Antitrust Lawsuit Against Institutional Investors for ESG Commitments
Attorney General Mike Hilgers joined a coalition of 11 states to sue BlackRock, State Street Corporation, and Vanguard Group, three of the largest institutional investors in the world, for conspiring to artificially constrict the market for coal through anticompetitive trade practices.
Global Restructuring Review Ranks Mayer Brown in GRR30 2024 for cross-border restructuring and insolvency work
Mayer Brown has once again been recognised in Global Restructuring Review’s “GRR 100” list, featuring law firms with verifiable experience on cross-border matters in the distressed space.
AG Campbell Cites Burger King And Popeyes Franchise Operators Over $2 Million For Violating Child Labor Laws And Other Workers' Rights
Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell announced that her office has issued citations against Northeast Foods LLC, a company which operates dozens of Burger King franchise locations across Massachusetts, for violating various state employment laws, including child labor laws.
Corporate Partner Kris Kemp Joins Bradley from Bass Berry in Nashville
Bradley is pleased to announce that Kris Kemp has joined the firm as a partner in the Corporate & Securities Practice Group in Nashville.
Holland & Knight Recognized for Four Top Deals at 23rd Annual M&A Advisor Awards
Four transactions closed by Holland & Knight were named "Deals of the Year" at this year's Annual M&A Advisor Awards, hosted by The M&A Advisor. Winners were announced at the 23rd Annual M&A Advisor Awards in New York on November 20.
BakerHostetler Advises Exchange Income Corporation in Acquisition of Spartan
A BakerHostetler team led by Partner Jordan Bethea, as well as Associates Patrick Luthen, Brittany Schwabe and Colson Ginger, advised Canada-based Exchange Income Corporation (EIC) in the acquisition of Spartan Mat, LLC and its subsidiary Spartan Composites, LLC for the purchase price of USD $120 million.
Attorney General James Issues Tips for New Yorkers to Avoid Scams During Holiday Shopping
New York Attorney General Letitia James issued an alert to New Yorkers urging them to remain vigilant against potential scams while shopping during Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
AG Fitch, Boy Scouts, and MS Bureau of NarcoticsHost 3rd Annual Scout Out Opioids
Attorney General Lynn Fitch, incollaboration with the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics (MBN) and the Andrew Jackson Council of the Boy Scouts of America, hosted Scout Out Opioids, aprogram to raise awareness with Scouts and their families of the dangers of opioids and offer techniques for reducing opioid abuse and misuse for themand their loved ones.
Attorney General Bird Sues Woke Wallstreet to Protect Families and Farmers
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird sued three of the world’s largest investment companies—BlackRock, State Street, and Vanguard—for intentionally and illegally colluding to raise electricity prices for American families.
Attorney General Marshall Victorious in Legal Action to Protect Farmers From Biden Rule
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced another victory against the Biden Administration, this time for Alabama farmers.