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Attorney General Moody Calls for Removal of Student Visa Holders Who Provide Support to Terror Groups
Attorney General Ashley Moody and a coalition of 19 state attorneys general have called on the Biden administration to take immediate action in removing foreign student visa holders who are found to have endorsed or supported terrorist activity. In a letter addressed to U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas, Attorney General Moody expressed concerns about the surge in antisemitic activity on college campuses and the increased threats of violence following the recent terrorist attacks by Hamas.In her statement,...
Nelson Mullins Receives Pro Bono Hero Award from Legal Aid NC
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP has been awarded a Pro Bono Hero Award by Legal Aid of North Carolina.
Reed Smith’s Michael Isselin recognized by Variety as one of Hollywood’s New Leaders
Michael Isselin, a partner in Reed Smith’s Entertainment and Media Group, has been named to Variety’s Hollywood’s New Leaders list for 2023.
Florida woman sues Target, Walmart for charging sales tax on U.S. flags
MIAMI – A woman has filed a class-action lawsuit against Target and Walmart claiming the retailers violate Florida's Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act by charging sales taxes on American flags, which are categorized as tax-exempt items under state law.
Deaf nurse alleges discrimination against Barnes-Jewish Hospital
Deaf nurse alleges discrimination against Barnes-Jewish Hospital
Verizon, AT&T customers can keep up suit vs T-Mobile, claiming Sprint merger raised their rates
A judge said plaintiffs had done enough to establish a "reasonable inference" that the T-Mobile/Sprint merger had created "anticompetitive effects" that boosted everyone's bills
Florida urges U.S. Supreme Court to allow drag show law to be enforced
The state of Florida is calling on the U.S. Supreme Court to step in and limit the scope of an injunction placed on a new state law barring children from attending live drag shows that showcase “lewd” behavior.
Louisiana woman petitions court to hold school officials accountable in corporal punishment cases
A Jefferson Parish woman is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to alter a judicial precedent in Texas, Louisiana and Mississippi that makes public school employees and managers essentially immune from liability when they engage in “unlawful corporal punishment.”
AG Moody Secures $150K from Chargebacks911 Over Deceptive Tactics Used to Reverse Disputed Charges
Attorney General Ashley Moody has successfully secured a $150,000 settlement from Chargebacks911, a credit card chargeback mitigation company. The settlement follows an agreement reached between Attorney General Moody's Consumer Protection Division, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), and Chargebacks911 regarding deceptive practices employed by the company to prevent consumers from reversing disputed charges and evading fraud monitoring programs.As part of the settlement, Chargebacks911 will pay $100,000 in civil penalties and $50,000 in legal costs to the State of...
Attorney General Cameron Fights to End Kentucky’s Drug Crisis
In 2022, we lost over 2,000 Kentuckians to overdose. And we have lost 7,665 Kentuckians to overdose since 2019—that’s a 60% increase in just a few years. Kentucky is clearly in crisis.
AG's Office Determines an Audit of the State Legislature Without its Consent is Not Authorized Under Current Law
Following a comprehensive legal review and analysis, the Attorney General’s Office (AGO) has responded to State Auditor Diana DiZoglio’s request that the AGO recognize that the State Auditor’s Office has statutory and constitutional authority to audit the Massachusetts State Legislature over its objection, and permit litigation on the issue.
Office of the Attorney General and Maine State Police Announce Release of Investigatory Documents in Mass Shooting
The Office of the Attorney General and Maine State Police are announcing the release of documents in the investigation into mass shooter, Robert Card.
Attorney General Raoul Defends School Board’s Efforts to Support Safety, Inclusion for Lgbtq+ Students
Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a coalition of 19 attorneys general, today supported a Maryland board of education’s efforts to create a safe and supportive environment for LGBTQ+ children and students.
Attorney General Bird Announces Settlement with Company That Deceived Iowa Homeowners Facing Foreclosure
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird announced a settlement with Summit Software Systems, Inc. and its owner Robert Boligan for their deceptive business practices.
Attorney General Takes Legal Action Against Solar Company Scamming Consumers
Attorney General Ashley Moody has filed a legal action against a Tampa-based solar company and its owners for defrauding hundreds of consumers, including seniors, persons with disabilities, and veterans. The investigation into MC Solar and Roofing, as well as its owners, Armando Almirall, Raman Chopra, and Michael Crowder, revealed a series of deceptive practices used to entice consumers into expensive residential solar agreements.The defendants employed various tactics, including misrepresentations and the use of finance companies, to convince consumers to enter into...
Carr’s Human Trafficking Prosecution Unit Arrests Two Following Recovery, Identification of Underage Victims
Attorney General Chris Carr today announced the arrest of Denorris Hutchinson and Natasha Bridges on charges of Trafficking of Persons for Sexual Servitude.
Children’s Law Center Recognizes Troutman Pepper Partner Stephen Rinehart
Steve Rinehart, a partner in Troutman Pepper’s Business Litigation practice, was honored for his pro bono service to The Children’s Law Center (CLC) during the nonprofit’s 25th anniversary celebration on October 26.
DOJ’s Consumer Protection Unit hammers out contractor regs
Attorney General Kathy Jennings’ Consumer Protection Unit promulgated final regulations that establish clear rules of the road for the Home Improvement Services industry in Delaware.
Attorney General Tong Statement on Rate Hike Requests from Connecticut Natural Gas and Southern Connecticut Gas
Attorney General William Tong released the following statement toay regarding rate hike requests filed today with the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority by Connecticut Natural Gas Corporation (CNG) and Southern Connecticut Gas Company (SCG).
Attorney General Griffin Issues Statement on Victory in Absentee Ballot Integrity Suit
Attorney General Tim Griffin today issued the following statement on the conclusion of the lawsuit League of Women Voters of Arkansas v. Thurston in the United States District Court for the Western District of Arkansas: