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Friday, September 20, 2024

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Court denies dismissal in lawsuit against federal funding for Palestinian terrorism

By Legal Newsline |
On June 28, U.S. District Court Judge Matthew J. Kacsmaryck denied the Biden Administration's motion to dismiss America First Legal's (AFL) first amended complaint regarding federal funding for Palestinian terrorism. This decision allows the case to proceed, challenging the administration's $1.5 billion subsidy program for Palestinians.

Attorney General Griffin comments on NAACP and ACLU decision regarding legislative map

By Legal Newsline |
LITTLE ROCK – Attorney General Tim Griffin issued a statement today following the NAACP and ACLU's decision not to seek U.S. Supreme Court review of Arkansas’s recent legal victory in the case of Arkansas State Conference NAACP v. Arkansas Board of Apportionment.

Court denies TikTok's motion to dismiss deceptive trade practices lawsuit

By Legal Newsline |
The Union County Circuit Court has denied a motion by TikTok and its parent company, ByteDance, to dismiss a lawsuit filed by Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin. The lawsuit alleges that the social media platform engaged in deceptive trade practices.

America First Legal reacts to Supreme Court’s decision on presidential immunity

By Legal Newsline |
WASHINGTON, D.C. – America First Legal (AFL) released statements today following the Supreme Court of the United States' decision in Trump v. United States, which grants Presidential immunity to President Donald J. Trump. AFL had filed an amicus brief in support of Presidential immunity on behalf of U.S. Senator Roger Marshall and 26 members of Congress.

Easley woman arrested for alleged exploitation of assisted living resident

By Legal Newsline |
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Christa Porter Bennett, 51, of Easley, S.C., on charges related to the exploitation of a vulnerable adult and breach of trust with fraudulent intent. Bennett was taken into custody at the Greenville County Detention Center on June 28, 2024.

Attorney General Bird Makes Case in Court Against TikTok to Protect Kids

By Legal News Line |
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird made the case in a state district court to prevent TikTok from lying to parents about inappropriate videos on the app.

AG Fitch Releases Statement Celebrating SecondAnniversary of Dobbs

By Legal News Line |
In celebration of the two-year anniversary of the Mississippi Dobbs decision, Attorney General Lynn Fitch released the following statement.

Former State Employee Indicted for Theft and Insurance Fraud

By Legal News Line |
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today announced the indictment of Shanell Angelia West, 45, of Essex, Maryland, in two separate cases involving theft and insurance fraud.

Mayer Brown Advises Jérôme Dreyfuss as Part of the Acquisition of a Stake in the Group by Cap Invest

By Legal News Line |
Mayer Brown advised Jérôme Dreyfuss, founder and director, and the Dreyfuss Group, as part of the acquisition of a stake in the company by Family Office CAP Invest, which has become a minority shareholder alongside its founder.

Wisconsin DOJ investigates officer-involved shooting in Adams County

By Legal Newsline |
The Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred in the Town of Big Flats, Wisconsin, on the afternoon of Saturday, June 29, 2024.

Investigation launched into civilian death involving Utica Police Department

By Legal Newsline |
The New York Attorney General’s Office of Special Investigation has initiated an inquiry into the death of Nyah Mway, who passed away on June 29, 2024, following an encounter with the Utica Police Department (UPD) in Utica.

No constitutional right for 'involuntarily homeless' to camp in public spaces, Supreme Court says

By Jonathan Bilyk |
The 6-3 ruling tosses out a controversial court decision that blocked communities from enforcing 'anti-camping' rules and hamstrung governments' ability to respond to myriad health and safety problems caused by homeless encampments in parks and on sidewalks and in other public spaces

Attorney General Phil Weiser comments on Supreme Court Rio Grande River Compact decision

By Legal Newsline |
Attorney General Phil Weiser issued a statement on June 21, 2024, regarding the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Texas v. New Mexico and Colorado.

Wilson Elser Hires Two Partners in Denver, Strengthening Insurance Coverage Capabilities

By Legal News Line |
National law firm Wilson Elser announced today that it has hired two insurance coverage and defense litigation partners in its Denver, Colorado, office.

Greenberg Traurig’s John Huber and Annette W. Jarvis Listed in Utah Business Magazine’s 2024 ‘Legal Elite’

By Legal News Line |
John Huber and Annette W. Jarvis, shareholders in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP’s Salt Lake City office, were recognized in Utah Business magazine's 2024 edition of “Legal Elite.”

Juror's criminal past, dishonesty won't stop $120 million verdict against Chevron

By John O'Brien |
FRESNO, Calif. (Legal Newsline) - Chevron must pay a $120 million verdict in California, an appeals court has ruled, despite arguments one of the jurors who handed it down was ineligible to serve on a jury.

Catch COVID at work? Don't ask Workers' Comp for money, Delaware says

By John O'Brien |
WILMINGTON, Del. (Legal Newsline) - A Perdue employee who contracted COVID-19 at work can't earn Workers' Compensation benefits, Delaware's highest court has said in deciding COVID is not a compensable occupational disease.

Attorneys general file brief supporting healthcare protections for transgender individuals

By Legal Newsline |
Attorney General Raoul files brief in support of increased health care protections for transgender individuals

Supreme Court restores local control over homeless camping bans

By Legal Newsline |
The Supreme Court has rejected judicial overreach by the Ninth Circuit, restoring the ability of West Coast cities to manage their public spaces effectively. The majority opinion cited several times an amicus brief led by Idaho.

Illinois begins $70M settlement distribution after bond rigging case

By Legal Newsline |
Attorney General Raoul to start allocation process in $70 million settlement with investment banks