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America First Legal initiates new probe into Manhattan DA's prosecution of Trump
America First Legal continues probing the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office's partisan persecution of President Trump
AGs demand ABA halt racial discrimination mandates in law school accreditation
Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti, along with 20 other state attorneys general, has issued a letter to the American Bar Association (ABA) demanding an immediate cessation of its requirement for law schools to engage in race-based treatment of students and faculty as part of the accreditation process. The ABA is responsible for accrediting American law schools.
Director Rosie Hidalgo addresses tribal initiatives at NCAI Mid-Year Conference
On June 3, 2024, Director Rosie Hidalgo delivered remarks at the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) Mid-Year Conference. She expressed gratitude to NCAI and President Mark Macarro for the opportunity to speak.
America First Legal launches new investigations into DOJ's role in Trump trial
America First Legal (AFL) has initiated the second phase of its investigation into alleged improper collusion by the Biden White House and the Department of Justice (DOJ) in the trial of former President Donald Trump. This trial, conducted by Alvin Bragg, the New York County District Attorney’s Office, and Judge Juan Merchan, has been labeled a "political show trial" by AFL.
Attorney General Miyares Announces Conviction in Murder of Big Stone Gap Police Officer
Attorney General Jason Miyares announced that Michael Donivan White, age 36, originally of Cross, South Carolina, pleaded guilty to first degree murder of Big Stone Gap Police Officer Michael Chandler in the Wise County Circuit Court.
AG Ferguson files charges against Clarkston man for judge intimidation, harassment of other local officials
The Attorney General’s Office announced that it filed felony charges against Trevor Lunney, of Clarkston, in Asotin County Superior Court for intimidation of a judge and four counts of harassment against local officials.
Associates Jacqueline Stykes and Alexandra Weissfisch Honored with a Pro Bono Award from Legal Services NYC
Quinn Emanuel associates Jacqueline Stykes and Alexandra Weissfisch were honored with a pro bono award from Legal Services NYC (LSNYC) at the Jazz for Justice Event.
Attorney General comments on Daybell verdict and sentencing
Attorney General Labrador has issued a statement regarding the verdict and sentencing in the Chad Daybell case.
Manchin switches party affiliation to independent
CHARLESTON – U.S. Senator Joe Manchin no long has a “D” after his name.
Lawyer hoarding settlement fees for himself, lawsuit says
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - A Florida lawyer won't pay his clients' outstanding medical bills and conceals their settlements, a health care provider is alleging.
Airbnb charging too much for insurance, lawsuit says
SAN FRANCISCO (Legal Newsline) - A class action lawsuit alleges Airbnb's "assistance fee" on travel insurance is a mechanism intended to allow the company to charge more than allowed by California law.
Can't change the rules now, Texas court tells fen-phen lawyer sued by thousands of clients
AUSTIN, Texas (Legal Newsline) - Having convinced a federal court to dismiss a class action by thousands of disgruntled former clients because the cases were different, Texas attorney George Fleming can’t now argue the cases should be dismissed because he won a favorable verdict in one of them.
California extends 'take-home' asbestos liability to case of brother who lived elsewhere
SAN FRANCISCO (Legal Newsline) - A California Supreme Court decision limiting “take-home” asbestos liability to people who live in the same house doesn’t preclude a man from suing over claims he was exposed to asbestos when visiting at his brother’s house.
Judge, Publix turn away class action lawyers
TAMPA, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - Class action lawyers who frequently team to pursue novel theories of consumer deception at the grocery store have seen their complaint against Publix tossed.
Wilmington man faces life sentence after child pornography conviction
A Wilmington man could spend the rest of his life in prison following a series of felony convictions in a child pornography case. Sheldon Lee, 64, was convicted on May 16 of 50 felonies — 25 counts of Dealing in Child Pornography and 25 counts of Sex Offender Unlawful Sexual Conduct Against a Child.
Philadelphia man sentenced for forging documents to avoid child support payments
HARRISBURG — Attorney General Michelle Henry announced that a Philadelphia man will serve up to 12 years in prison and pay restitution for forging documents to avoid child support obligations. The defendant, Damien Hartsfield, was convicted in January of felony counts of forgery, theft by deception, identity theft, conspiracy, perjury, and misdemeanor false swearing.
Providence woman charged with falsifying signatures in congressional election
A Providence woman has been charged in connection with falsifying nomination signatures during the 2023 First Congressional District Special Election. The announcement was made today by Attorney General Peter F. Neronha and Colonel Darnell S. Weaver.
Attorney General Rokita warns Indiana cities over 'sanctuary' policies
Attorney General Todd Rokita cautioned local officials in several Indiana cities and counties that he will pursue legal action against them after July 1 if they refuse to follow laws aimed at apprehending illegal immigrants.
Idaho AG leads multi-state lawsuit against EPA over new water rights rule
Idaho Attorney General Raúl Labrador, alongside attorneys general from North Dakota, Alaska, Iowa, Nebraska, South Carolina, and South Dakota, has filed a lawsuit against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Biden Administration. The coalition aims to protect state rights over water and wildlife resources. Idaho and North Dakota are leading the group in their complaint filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of North Dakota.
Justice Department official visits Connecticut promoting expanded access-to-justice initiatives
Director Rachel Rossi of the Justice Department’s Office for Access to Justice (ATJ) traveled to Connecticut this week as part of the office’s mission to ensure access to justice across the civil justice system, expand access to counsel, and support innovative efforts to improve the judiciary and court administration. During her visit, Director Rossi met with U.S. Attorney Vanessa Avery for the District of Connecticut to commend her leadership on access to justice issues in the state and discuss future collaboration.