Legal Roundup
Former Director of Tuscola County Peer Center Sentenced for Embezzling from Center
On Tuesday, Tanya Hobson, 45, of Kingston, was sentenced by Judge Jason Bitzer in the 71B Judicial District Court in Caro to 6 months in jail after pleading guilty in March to one count of Embezzlement-Agent or Trustee – $200 or more but less than $1,000, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. Hobson was also ordered to pay $4,054.64 in restitution to the Tuscola County Peer Center.
Attorney General Raúl Torrez Secures Major Legal Victory Against Snap Inc. in Fight to Protect Children
Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced a significant milestone in the ongoing lawsuit against Snap Inc., after a New Mexico court denied the tech giant’s motion to dismiss.
Middlesex County Couple Indicted in Alleged Multimillion-Dollar Ponzi Scheme
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced that a state grand jury indicted a Middlesex County husband and wife for allegedly defrauding investors of more than $2 million through a fraud scheme that guaranteed high returns, but instead diverted funds for the couple’s personal benefit and provided fake returns to the victims.
Attorney General Clark Sues Trump Administration to Stop Illegal Tariffs
Attorney General Charity Clark joined a coalition of attorneys general in filing a lawsuit to block President Trump’s illegal tariffs.
Washington state joins coalition of AGs supporting law firm singled out by executive order
Attorney General Nick Brown has joined 20 other attorneys general in an amicus brief in support of law firm Susman Godfrey, which is challenging an unconstitutional presidential order issued as retribution against the firm for representing clients in the aftermath of the 2020 election and defending the integrity of that election.
Kirkland Wins Two “Firm of the Year” Honors From Managing IP
Managing Intellectual Property named Kirkland “Appellate Firm of the Year” and “Trade Secrets Firm of the Year” at the 2025 Americas Awards.
Attorney General Mayes Sues Trump Administration to Stop Illegal Tariffs
Attorney General Kris Mayes co-led a coalition of attorneys general in filing a lawsuit to block President Trump’s illegal tariffs.
Jennings sues Trump Administration to stop illegal tariffs
Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings joined a coalition of attorneys general in filing a lawsuit to block President Trump’s illegal tariffs.
Colorado joins lawsuit to stop Trump administration’s illegal tariffs that are raising prices and creating economic chaos
Gov. Jared Polis and Attorney General Phil Weiser announced that Colorado joined a multistate lawsuit to block President Trump’s illegal tariffs.
AG Nessel Argues for Deep Cuts to Consumers Energy’s $248 Million Rate Hike Request
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel filed testimony before the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) arguing that Consumers Energy Company’s requested $248 million rate hike for natural gas customers should be reduced by nearly 70%.
AG Campbell Launches Justice Review Unit to Lead Office’s Conviction Integrity, Innocence and Wrongful Conviction Work
Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell announced the launch of her office’s new Justice Review Unit (JRU), formerly known as the Conviction Integrity Unit, which will be directed by Appellate Attorney Donna Patalano.
AG Labrador Urges Idahoans to Check Eligibility for Compensation for Inflated Generic Drug Prices
Attorney General Raúl Labrador urges consumers to check their eligibility for compensation for certain generic drug purchases as Idaho has joined 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.
Three Baltimore Men Sentenced for Prolific String of Armed Robberies of Citizens and Commercial Business in the Baltimore Region
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced the sentencing of Corey Sabb, 20, of Baltimore, Dewayne Sanders, 20, of Baltimore, and Allen Hill, 19, of Rosedale, for their roles in a prolific and violent string of armed robberies across Baltimore County, Baltimore City, and Howard County from November 2023 through January 2024.
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).