Legal Roundup
Following Report Showing Alarming Increase in Hate Crimes Against Jewish Floridians, AG Moody to Host Law Enforcement Training to Combat Antisemitism
Following the latest Hate Crimes in Florida Report showing an alarming increase in hate crimes against Jewish Floridians, Attorney General Ashley Moody will be hosting a law enforcement training to address antisemitism on college campuses.
Attorney General Formella Announces Dartmouth Health Policy Change Regarding COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement for Kidney Transplants
Attorney General John M. Formella announces that, following engagement with the New Hampshire Attorney General’s Office, Dartmouth Health has officially revised its kidney transplant policy. Moving forward, Dartmouth Health will no longer require kidney transplant candidates to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez Announces Student Safety Legislation Including Cyberbullying and Hazing Prevention
The New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) today announced the introduction of groundbreaking legislation aimed at addressing hazing and cyberbullying, marking a critical step toward protecting students across the state.
Attorney General Lopez is Sounding the Alarm Over Illegal Vapes Being Sold in Hawaiʻi
Attorney General Anne Lopez is issuing letters to over 800 Hawaiʻi tobacco retailers and distributors that may be distributing and selling illegal tobacco products, most of which are originating from China.
AG Taylor New Chair of Attorney General Alliance
Alaska Attorney General Treg Taylor has officially assumed the chairmanship of the Attorney General Alliance (AGA).
Attorney General Griffin Announces Conviction of North Little Rock Woman for Elder Abuse
Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following statement announcing the conviction of Ja’Layia McClendon, 28, of North Little Rock after she pleaded guilty in Pulaski County Circuit Court to the charge of Abuse of an Endangered or Impaired Adult, a Class D Felony.
Former Roofing Contractor Sentenced to a Minimum of 4 ½ years in State Prison for Stealing Customer Funds
Attorney General John M. Formella announces that Gerard Michael Healey, age 57, has been sentenced on a class A felony count of Theft by Unauthorized Taking or Transfer, a class A felony count of Theft by Misapplication of Property, and a class A misdemeanor count of violating an injunction issued under the New Hampshire Consumer Protection Act (CPA).
Macomb County Woman Sentenced on 18 Felony Counts for Stealing from Vulnerable Adults
On Wednesday, Lisa Ludy, 54, of Macomb, was sentenced to 3 to 20 years’ incarceration on 18 felony counts for stealing from two vulnerable adults, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. Ludy, who pled no contest in July 2024, was sentenced by Judge Julie Gatti in the 16th Judicial Circuit Court in Macomb County to.
Attorney General Brown Announces 2025 Legislative Priorities Agenda Focuses on Expanding Protections for Vulnerable Adults and Establishing Worker Protection Unit
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced his priority legislation for the 2025 Maryland General Assembly session. Attorney General Brown will introduce a series of bills that focus on protecting the civil rights, health, and wellbeing of Marylanders, with particular focus on those most vulnerable to both long-standing threats and new risks.
AG Campbell Urges Walmart To Continue Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion Practices
Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell has joined a coalition of 13 attorneys general in sending a letter to Walmart today, voicing concerns about the company’s recent announcement of its plans to step away from its commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Former Senior Partner at McKinsey & Company Pleads Guilty
A former senior partner at McKinsey & Company, a global management consulting firm based in New York, N.Y., that last month agreed to pay $650 million to resolve criminal and civil investigations into the firm’s consulting work with opioids manufacturers, including Purdue Pharma, L.P., pled guilty today to obstructing justice related to his work on Purdue matters.
Bradley’s A.J. Bahou Selected as 2025 Nashville Health Care Council Fellow
Bradley is pleased to announce that Nashville partner A.J. Bahou has been selected to the 2025 class of Nashville Health Care Council Fellows.
Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP Partner Tina Wills Honored in Chicago Daily Law Bulletin’s Women in Law: Leaders Leaning In
Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP is pleased to announce that Partner Tina Wills has been named a 2024 Women in Law: Leaders Leaning In honoree by the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin.
Dave Inc. (NASDAQ:DAVE) Investigation
Wolf Haldenstein Adler Freeman & Herz LLP (“Wolf Haldenstein”), a preeminent national shareholder rights litigation firm, announces that it is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Dave Inc. (“Dave” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ:DAVE).
Attorney General Mayes Announces Indictment in Drug Case, Seizure of Over 75 Pounds of Fentanyl
Attorney General Kris Mayes today announced that a Pima County Grand Jury has indicted Baltazar Quintero Bueno and Dalia Rodriguez De-Padilla on multiple felony charges for their involvement in selling and possessing over 75 pounds of fentanyl pills in the Tucson area last year.
Nelson Mullins Receives NC Lawyers Weekly “Empowering Women” 2024 Honor
Nelson Mullins’ Women Affinity Group, otherwise known as Women on the Go (or “WOGO”) was recently recognized in the December 2024 issue of North Carolina Lawyers Weekly.
Human Trafficking Awareness Month Proclamation and Nebraska Human Trafficking Task Force Report
Attorney General Mike Hilgers, Governor Jim Pillen, and Colonel John Bolduc gathered in the Nebraska State Capitol to recognize January as Human Trafficking Awareness Month.
AG Fitch Unveils Legislative Agenda for 2025 Session
Attorney General Lynn Fitch shared her five-part agenda for the 2025 Legislative Session, which includes bills to empower Mississippi families, secure our communities, advance election integrity,safeguard children’s health, and protect public funds.
Attorney General Coleman Announces $110 Million Opioid Settlement with Kroger
Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman announced a settlement with The Kroger Company (KR) that will bring $110 million to the Commonwealth in support of efforts to combat the opioid crisis. General Coleman announced the agreement at Life Learning Center in Covington.
Attorney General Knudsen calls on SCOTUS to protect health and safety of children seeking abortion
Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen filed a petition asking the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) to reverse a Montana Supreme Court decision that denies parents their right to consent to an abortion for their minor children, putting the health and safety of children seeking an abortion at further risk.