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Robert Shapiro Discusses Effects of China Tariffs on Chemical Industry
Thompson Coburn partner Robert Shapiro, who leads the International Trade practice, discussed in an interview with Chemical Processing the potential impact of the Biden administration’s recent announcement that it would increase tariffs on Chinese imports.
Attorney General Formella Joins Antitrust Lawsuit Against Live Nation
Attorney General John M. Formella joined the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and a bipartisan coalition of states in filing an antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation Entertainment, Inc., which owns Ticketmaster, alleging that the company has illegally monopolized the live entertainment industry.
John Deere sued after combine goes up in flames
HARRISBURG, Ark. (Legal Newsline) - An Arkansas man says his John Deere combine malfunctioned and caught fire, so he's suing the company.
Second Circuit to decide if ghost guns are weapons
NEW YORK (Legal Newsline) - A federal judge will let the makers of ghost guns appeal his ruling that their products are weapons and should be regulated as such.
Big Lots wants class action lawyer to pay fees for 'frivolous' case
OCALA, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - A class action lawyer deemed a "wrecking ball" by a federal judge faces punishment for bringing the same lawsuit against Big Lots in two separate courts.
Magnet bran: Lawsuit claims foreign object in cereal broke teeth
FORT SMITH, Ark. (Legal Newsline) - An Arkansas lawsuit says a Raisin Bran fan chomped on a black magnet virtually identical to a raisin.
Health care sharing ministries challenge new Colorado law
DENVER (Legal Newsline) - A law against health care sharing ministries runs afoul of the U.S. Constitution, a lawsuit filed in Colorado says.
Attorney General Lopez Announces Winner of Hawai‘i Missing Children’s Day Poster Contest
Attorney General Anne Lopez, the Hawai‘i Department of the Attorney General’s Missing Child Center - Hawai‘i (MCCH) and Hawai‘i Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force are pleased to announce the winner of the 2024 Hawaiʻi Missing Children’s Day Poster Contest for National Missing Children’s Day (May 25): Kiana Kon, a fifth grader of Nānākuli Hawai‘i.
Carr Announces New Conviction in Greene County Drug, Sex Trafficking Case
Attorney General Chris Carr announced that Jameesha Harris, 21, of Cleveland, Ohio, has been convicted and sentenced to 25 years for assisting in the trafficking of a 16-year-old female in the Metro Atlanta area.
Attorney General James Takes Action to Defend Protections for Pregnant Workers
New York Attorney General Letitia James led a coalition of 23 attorneys general defending a proposed rule issued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission(EEOC) to implement the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) of 2022.
The State of Alaska Sues Ketchikan Jewelry Business Selling Fake Gold Quartz and Gold Nuggets as Real
Alaska Attorney General Taylor announced a lawsuit against Soni Inc. and one of its corporate officers Sunita Lakhwani. Soni Inc. sells Alaska-themed jewelry in Ketchikan under the names “Soni Jewelry” and “Colors Fine Jewelry.”
Attorney General Marshall Commends Supreme Court’s Commonsense Decision Affirming Enhanced Penalties for Career Criminals
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall applauded the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Brown v. United States, which rejected a recidivist criminal’s argument that the Armed Career Criminal Act (ACCA) allowed him to evade full responsibility for his cocaine-related convictions because the federal government has slightly modified the definition of cocaine.
Attorney General Drummond urges Supreme Court intervention in blue-state energy lawsuits
OKLAHOMA CITY (May 28, 2024) – Attorney General Gentner Drummond is requesting the U.S. Supreme Court to declare unconstitutional the efforts of California, Connecticut, Minnesota, New Jersey, and Rhode Island to influence American energy policy. These five states have initiated litigation against key national energy companies, demanding billions in damages. As these cases progress in state courts, they threaten to impose significant penalties and coercive measures affecting energy and fuel consumption and production nationwide.
Justice Department reviews progress on reducing violent crime
The Justice Department’s Violent Crime Reduction Steering Committee convened on May 28, 2024, to discuss recent progress in combating violent crime and future strategies. Attorney General Merrick B. Garland has previously increased resources and established initiatives nationwide to reduce violent crime. Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco announced the Department’s Comprehensive Strategy for Reducing Violent Crime, which led to the creation of a Steering Committee chaired by Principal Associate Deputy Attorney General (PADAG) Marshall Miller. This committee includes...
Connecticut AG sues car dealership over alleged deceptive sales practices
Attorney General William Tong announced a lawsuit against A Better Way Wholesale Autos, Inc. of Naugatuck, alleging the dealership sold used vehicles without necessary safety inspections and related documentation.
Honduran migrant smuggler sentenced following major international operation
The leader of a migrant smuggling organization was sentenced today to 10 years in prison for her role in smuggling over 100 migrants from Honduras to the United States for profit.
Coalition challenges Ohio's absentee ballot restrictions affecting disabled voters
Chicago – Attorney General Kwame Raoul, along with a coalition of seven attorneys general, has filed an amicus brief supporting Ohio voters who are challenging a state law criminalizing the return of absentee and mail-in ballots in most situations. The contested law classifies it as a felony to return or possess another voter’s absentee or mail-in ballot, with limited exceptions for postal workers and certain family members. Critics argue that this law disproportionately affects voters with disabilities.
Attorney General Labrador joins 19-state lawsuit challenging climate litigation
Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador has joined a 19-state coalition urging the Supreme Court to declare unconstitutional the efforts of California, Connecticut, Minnesota, New Jersey, and Rhode Island to influence American energy policy. These states have initiated litigation against major energy companies over an alleged "climate crisis," seeking billions in damages. The ongoing lawsuits in state courts could result in significant penalties and remedies affecting national energy consumption and production.
Justice Department files suit to shut down Miami-based tax preparation businesses
The Justice Department’s Tax Division has filed a civil injunction suit to permanently bar Niclas Pierre and Elius Bessard, along with their tax return preparation businesses—Niclas Tax and Express Inc. and Bessard Immigrations and Tax Services LLC—from preparing federal tax returns for others. The United States also seeks an order requiring the defendants to disgorge their ill-gotten preparation fees.
Justice Department highlights historic ties during Jewish American Heritage Month
May is Jewish American Heritage Month, a celebration of the contributions of Jewish Americans to American history. The intertwined experiences of Jews and Black Americans are highlighted by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s 1958 address to the American Jewish Congress: “My people were brought to America in chains. Your people were driven here to escape the chains fashioned for them in Europe. Our unity is born of our common struggle for centuries, not only to rid ourselves of bondage but to make oppression of any people by others an impossibility.”