Legal Roundup
Attorney General Hilgers Joins with Statewide Leaders to Launch Website to Support Law Enforcement and Prosecution Recruitment Efforts
Attorney General Hilgers joined numerous leaders and statewide organizations to announce the launch of SecureTheGoodLife.Nebraska.gov, a website designed to help recruit talent for law enforcement and prosecution offices across Nebraska.
AG Nessel Joins Bipartisan Coalition Backing Legislation to Curb Contraband Cell Phones in Prisons
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has joined a bipartisan coalition of 31 attorneys general calling on Congress to pass H.R. 2350 and S. 1137, federal legislation allowing states to deploy cell phone jamming systems in prisons.
Greenberg Traurig Advises on 10-Year, $1.8 Billion Bus Contract in Westchester County
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP represented longstanding client Liberty Lines Transit in negotiating a new contract with the Westchester County Department of Transportation to continue providing local bus service via the county’s Bee-Line System.
Littler Appoints New Chairs of Workplace Policy Institute
Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, is pleased to announce that James A. Paretti, Jr. and Alexander T. MacDonald have been appointed to help lead the firm's esteemed Workplace Policy Institute® (WPI®), alongside current WPI chair Maury Baskin.
Attorney General Phil Weiser urges generic drug consumers to check eligibility for compensation for inflated medicine prices
Attorney General Phil Weiser is urging consumers to check their eligibility for compensation for certain generic drug purchases as Colorado joins 50 states and territories in seeking court approval for a $39.1 million settlement with generic drug manufacturer Apotex.
Attorney General Labrador Joins Bipartisan Effort to Protect Veterans’ Education Benefits
Attorney General Raúl Labrador joined 51 other attorneys general in filing an amicus brief before the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims in support of two military veterans and their families who were unlawfully denied their full G.I. Bill education benefits by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
AG Jennings urges consumers to check eligibility for compensation for inflated generic drug prices
Attorney General Kathy Jennings is urging consumers to check their eligibility for compensation for certain generic drug purchases as Delaware 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.
Carr Leads Bipartisan Coalition Backing Federal Legislation to Combat Contraband Cell Phones
Attorney General Chris Carr is leading a bipartisan coalition of 31 attorneys general in urging Congress to pass H.R. 2350 and S. 1137, federal legislation that allows states to deploy cell phone jamming technology in prisons and jails.
Body-Worn Camera Footage from the City of Hyattsville Police Department Released in Fatal Police-Involved Pedestrian Collision
The Independent Investigations Division (IID) of the Maryland Office of the Attorney General released the video footage from the fatal police-involved pedestrian collision involving the City of Hyattsville Police Department that occurred on Friday, February 28, 2025, in Chillum, Prince George’s County, Maryland.
Attorney General Miyares Scores Victory for Consumer Choice and Corporate Accountability
Attorney General Jason Miyares and 17 other state attorneys general announced the conclusion of an investigation into Wells Fargo & Company following the company’s decision to abandon certain Environmental Social Governance (ESG) policies.
AG Brown urges legal professionals to stand strong in the face of bullying and political retribution
Attorney General Nick Brown, as part of a coalition of 21 attorneys general, issued 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 clients disfavored by the administration.
Attorney General Mayes Warns of Smishing Amid Rise in Scams
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes is warning consumers about common ‘smishing’ scams, or fake text messages fraudsters are using to trick Arizonans into downloading malware, sharing sensitive information, or cyber criminals. "Smishing" combines "SMS,” or "short message service," and "phishing."
McGuireWoods Advises Falfurrias Management Partners in Formation of $1.35 Billion
McGuireWoods advised Falfurrias Management Partners in the formation of its latest oversubscribed middle-market private equity fund, Falfurrias Capital Partners VI, which closed with $1.35 billion in investor commitments.
Bradley Partner Alé Dalton Named 2025 On the Rise in Tennessee Winner by Southeastern Legal Awards
Bradley is pleased to announce that Alé Dalton, a partner in the firm’s Nashville office, has been selected as an “On the Rise in Tennessee” winner by the 2025 Southeastern Legal Awards presented by ALM’s Law.com and the Daily Report.
Troutman Pepper Locke Wins Client Savvy 2025 CX-cellence Award for Horizons Legal Operations Summit
Troutman Pepper Locke has earned a 2025 CX-cellence Award from Client Savvy for the Horizons Legal Operations Summit, highlighting the firm’s commitment to innovation, strategic thinking, and bold client experiences.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.