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Delaware Today Recognizes Leslie Spoltore as one of its 2023 Top Lawyers
Obermayer Partner Leslie Spoltore has been selected as one of Delaware Today magazine’s 2023 Top Lawyers. The list highlights the best attorneys in Delaware, as voted by their peers.
Morrisey, other GOP AGs file brief opposing federal court gag order on Trump
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is co-leading an amicus brief to the Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit opposing a federal court’s gag order on former President Donald Trump in his federal election subversion case.
Attorney General's Office Secures Eight-Year Sentence and Restitution for ORT Ringleader
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Byron Johnson, the leader of an organized retail theft ring that caused significant losses to Home Depot stores across 15 counties, has been sentenced to eight years in prison and ordered to pay over $500,000 in restitution. The sentence was secured by Attorney General Ashley Moody's Office of Statewide Prosecution (OSP)."This ringleader's organized theft operation spanned 15 counties in the state, causing losses of hundreds of thousands of dollars to Home Depot stores," said Attorney General Ashley Moody. "Thanks to our Statewide Prosecutors, this...
Attorney General Miyares Demanding Biden Administration Drop Rule That Prioritizes Migrant Workers Over American Workers
Attorney General Jason Miyares of Virginia has joined a coalition of 23 state attorney generals in calling on the U.S. Department of Labor to abandon a proposed rule change that would allow foreign agricultural workers in the country to form unions. The coalition argues that this rule change would prioritize the interests of foreign workers over American citizens.In a public comment letter, Attorney General Miyares expressed his concern about the proposed rule change, stating, "It adds insult to injury seeing our own federal government proposing a rule change that focuses...
Attorney General Moody Recognizes 2022 Florida Women’s Hall of Fame Inductees
Attorney General Ashley Moody has recognized three outstanding women who have been inducted into the 2022 Florida Women’s Hall of Fame. The Florida Commission on the Status of Women honored Senate President Kathleen Passidomo, Lilly Pulitzer, and Audrey Schiebler for their significant contributions to the citizens of Florida. The induction ceremony took place at the Florida State Capitol and was attended by various dignitaries and officials.In her statement, Attorney General Moody expressed her honor in inducting these remarkable women into the Hall of Fame. She...
Attorney General Ken Paxton Launches New "Support Adoption" Grant Program and License Plate
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has announced the launch of a new "Support Adoption" License Plate and Support Adoption Grant Program. The program, administered by the Office of the Attorney General (OAG), aims to provide financial assistance to eligible non-profit organizations that offer adoption services.The Support Adoption program was established through Senate Bill 2376, authored by Senator Donna Campbell, and recently signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott. Under this program, the OAG will distribute grants to organizations that support pregnant women...
Buffalo Wild Wings: Plaintiff in 'boneless' wing case is often confused by products and sues
CHICAGO (Legal Newsline) - Buffalo Wild Wings says the man who sued it over its boneless "wings" was not actually shopping for food but for a lawsuit.
Comcast wins lawsuit brought by Ana de Armas fan
CHICAGO (Legal Newsline) - The man who filed a lawsuit because actress Ana de Armas' scenes were cut from the movie Yesterday has lost his case.
Combos-maker defends 'REAL CHEESE' claims in response to class action
NEW YORK (Legal Newsline) - Lawsuits over "real cheese" in products like Combos are starting to stink, the snack's maker says.
Chinese student sues UMass-Amherst, says his country doesn't accept its degree
BOSTON (Legal Newsline) — A Chinese man is suing UMass-Amherst, alleging it tricked him into thinking a degree from there would be recognized by his home country.
Brouhaha at music festival leads to lawsuit
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (Legal Newsline) – A woman blames security guards at the Rib Roundup in Florida for injuries she sustained in a fight over seats.
Attorney General Miyares Secures Six Indictments of Unemployment Compensation Fraud
Attorney General Jason Miyares of Virginia has announced that his office has secured six indictments for unemployment compensation fraud, as well as eleven guilty pleas for obtaining money by false pretenses. The indictments and guilty pleas were the result of the Attorney General's Unemployment Compensation Fraud Unit's efforts to investigate and prosecute fraudulent claims.Between August 2023 and November 2023, the Commonwealth of Virginia will receive $91,756 in restitution to compensate for the fraudulent filings that took place during the pandemic. Attorney General...
Thompson Coburn Bolsters New York Growth with Labor & Employment Partner Howard Lavin
Thompson Coburn is delighted to announce that Howard Lavin joined the firm today as a partner in the New York office, setting the stage for continued national expansion.
Polsinelli Moves into New Office Space in Nashville to Accommodate Exceptional Growth
Am Law 100 firm Polsinelli has moved into a bigger office space in Nashville to accommodate the exceptional growth the firm has seen in the Music City in recent years
Attorney General Josh Stein Announces Price Gouging Law is in Effect for More of Western North Carolina
Attorney General Josh Stein announced that North Carolina’s price gouging law is now being extended to more western North Carolina counties after Governor Roy Cooper declared a State of Emergency.
Troutman Pepper Counsels MVM Partners in Gynesonics Investment
Troutman Pepper client MVM Partners, a health care investment firm focused on commercial stage companies, recently invested in Gynesonics® Inc., a women’s healthcare company focused on the development of minimally invasive solutions for symptomatic uterine fibroids.
A Deep Dive Into Oregon's Leave Laws on November 16, 2023
Navigating federal and state leave laws is a confusing and complex task for many employers. However, since passing the state's new paid leave law, this is especially true for organizations with employees in Oregon.
Fate of Millions of Veterans’ Educational Benefits Lies With Supreme Court
The nation’s highest court will now decide whether millions of veterans are eligible to receive expanded educational benefits as oral arguments in Rudisill v. McDonough concluded.
Active Clergy Abuse Prosecutions Conclude with Sentencing of Ann Arbor Priest for Criminal Sexual Conduct
Former Ann Arbor Catholic priest Timothy Crowley, 74, was sentenced to one year of incarceration at the Washtenaw County Jail and five years' probation, on two counts of Second-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct (CSC), announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.
Attorney General Raúl Torrez Announces Charges Against Three New Mexico State University Basketball Players for 2022 Hazing Incidents
Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced charges against three New Mexico State University (NMSU) basketball players for hazing incidents resulting in criminal charges that occurred throughout the fall of 2022.