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Carr: We’re Creating Georgia’s First Statewide Organized Retail and Cyber Crime Unit
Attorney General Chris Carr is set to create Georgia’s first statewide Organized Retail and Cyber Crime Unit, with funding provided in the state’s FY 2025 budget signed today by Governor Brian Kemp.
Idaho Joins Multistate Suit Asking Court to Declare EPA’s New Rule on Power Plants Unlawful
Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador joined a coalition of 25 states in a lawsuit asking the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia to review and declare unlawful the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s recently-released rule on existing coal, natural gas, and oil-fired power plants.
Attorney General Merrick Garland commemorates 70th anniversary of Brown v. Board decision
Attorney General Merrick B. Garland recently delivered remarks to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Brown v. Board of Education decision. The event took place in the Justice Department’s Great Hall, with Secretary Cardona representing the Department of Education.
Kauaʻi Self-Help Center Attorney Training equips attorneys for statewide initiative
On May 14, 2024, more than 20 attorneys participated in the Kauaʻi Self-Help Center Attorney Training. This event, which provided continuing legal education, was designed to equip participants with the necessary skills to contribute to the statewide initiative aimed at enhancing access to justice for Hawaiʻi residents requiring assistance with civil legal matters.
Veterans Treatment Court celebrates first anniversary with success
The Veterans Treatment Court in Unit 1 marked its first anniversary with an official celebration. Since its inception, the program has seen increased participation and has proven to be successful. To date, one graduate has emerged from the program and eight veterans are currently taking advantage of this unique opportunity.
Maintenance scheduled for North Dakota appellate case system public portal
The North Dakota Appellate Case System Public Portal is scheduled for maintenance today, May 14th, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM CST. The system will be unavailable during this time. "Sorry for the inconvenience."
AFL files petition against FCC's collection of broadcasters' race and sex data
America First Legal (AFL), in conjunction with co-counsel Boyden Gray PLLC, has lodged a petition for review in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. The petition is on behalf of the National Religious Broadcasters and American Family Association, against the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The FCC has issued an order that allegedly unlawfully mandates television and radio stations in the United States to publicly disclose the race, ethnicity, and sex of their employees.
Attorney General secures $25k settlement with North Carolina landlord
Attorney General Josh Stein announced today that he has secured a $25,040 consent judgment against Lisa Eustathiou and her company, Apollon LLC, for violations of state consumer protection and debt laws. The defendants are required to repay $25,040 in security deposits and establish a 90-day lookback period to review refund requests from individuals who did not file complaints with the office but may be entitled to a refund.
Attorney General Taylor Announces Settlement with Major Wireless Carriers Over Deceptive and Misleading Advertising Practices
Alaska Attorney General Treg Taylor announced a $10.25 million, 50-jurisdiction settlement with wireless carriers, AT&T Mobility, LLC, Cricket Wireless, LLC, T-Mobile USA, Inc., Cellco Partnership, d/b/a Verizon Wireless, and TracFone Wireless, Inc., which resolves an investigation by a coalition of state attorneys general into these wireless carriers’ deceptive and misleading advertising practices.
Attorney General Griffin Announces Conviction in Elder Abuse Case
Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following statement announcing the conviction of Sarah Mazander, 39, of Judsonia after she pleaded guilty in White County Circuit Court to the charge of Abuse of an Endangered/Impaired Person, a Class C Felony.
North Dakota Attorney General's Office seeks Assistant Attorney General
The Office of the Attorney General in North Dakota is seeking to fill the position of Assistant Attorney General, as announced on May 14, 2024. The role, based in Bismarck, ND at the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit Office, comes with a starting salary of $81,000 commensurate with experience.
Maryland woman admits guilt in plot to disrupt Baltimore power grid
Sarah Beth Clendaniel, a 36-year-old woman from Catonsville, Maryland, pleaded guilty to charges of conspiring to damage or destroy electrical facilities in the state. Court documents reveal that Clendaniel became acquainted with Brandon C. Russell, a Florida resident currently awaiting trial on similar charges, in 2018. Both individuals espouse white supremacist ideologies and advocate for a concept known as “accelerationism.”
North Dakota courts unveil updated jury orientation video
The North Dakota State Court Administrator’s Office has announced the debut of its updated video about jury service in North Dakota. The new video, which features a welcome from Supreme Court Chief Justice Jon J. Jensen, aims to provide viewers with an understanding of the importance and role of juries in the American legal system. Additionally, it offers information to prospective jurors about the jury selection process and their role as jurors.
America First Legal challenges Biden's Title IX rules with injunction
Today, America First Legal (AFL) and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed an amended complaint and a motion for a preliminary injunction against President Biden’s Secretary of Education, Miguel Cardona, among others. The aim is to halt the implementation of the Biden Administration's Title IX rules which they argue could have detrimental effects on women, children, and schools across the country.
Lawsuit: HP customers never received refunds they were promised
SAN FRANCISCO (Legal Newsline) - A class action lawsuit alleges HP, Inc., offered sort-of warranties with the promise of a full refund if no issues arose with its computers but failed to pay up.
Nip-slip lawsuit: Cakes nipple covers not 'grippy,' slide off easily
SAN FRANCISCO (Legal Newsline) - Citing negative online reviews, class action lawyers are suing the maker of nipple covers that allegedly fail to stay in place.
Richland County continues annual student mock trial tradition
Richland County has continued its tradition of hosting a student mock trial, which began in 2014 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the county courthouse. The event is held annually in celebration of Law Day and the Rule of Law, with the exception of 2020.
Former school gym teacher convicted of child molestation and assault
Former Kizirian Elementary school gym teacher, James Duffy, has been convicted of child molestation and assault charges in Providence County Superior Court. The announcement was made by Attorney General Peter F. Neronha, who confirmed that the jury found 59-year-old Duffy guilty of one count of second-degree child molestation and four counts of simple assault.
Attorney General Wilson joins lawsuits against electric-truck mandates
Attorney General Alan Wilson has joined two lawsuits aimed at halting the imposition of electric-vehicle mandates on truck owners and operators across the United States. The legal actions are targeted at both the Biden administration and the State of California.
Oklahoma Attorney General sues pharmaceutical firms over insulin pricing scheme
Attorney General Gentner Drummond has initiated a lawsuit against major diabetic drug manufacturers and pharmacy benefit managers (PBM) for an alleged unfair and deceptive pricing scheme that has reportedly cost Americans billions of dollars. The suit, filed in Cleveland County District Court, accuses the defendants of violating the Oklahoma Consumer Protection Act (OCPA).