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DLA Piper advises Alimera Sciences in acquisition by ANI Pharmaceuticals
DLA Piper advised Alimera Sciences, Inc., a global pharmaceutical company focused on ophthalmic solutions, in its acquisition by ANI Pharmaceuticals, a diversified biopharmaceutical company, in a transaction that values Alimera at approximately US$381 million in up front consideration plus contingent value rights providing for additional consideration upon the achievement of certain revenue milestones.
Brian Barger Discusses the Future of Employee Affirmative Action in ABA’s The Procurement Lawyer
In striking down the use of race as a factor in college student admissions in its decision involving Harvard College and the University of North Carolina, the U.S. Supreme Court included language regarding limits on the use of racial.
Statement by Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum on SCOTUS Decision regarding Purdue Pharma/ Sackler Case
U.S. Supreme Court rejected the reorganization plan for Purdue Pharma, the maker of OxyContin, that would have released members of the Sackler family, (owners of Purdue) from any future liability for claims against them.
Pawtucket man sentenced to serve 25 years in state prison for multiple counts of child molestation
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced that a Pawtucket man was sentenced in Providence County Superior Court to serve 25 years at the Adult Correctional Institutions (ACI) after pleading to sexually assaulting three female victims under the age of 14 between 2018 and 2021.
Vedder Price Expands East Coast Finance Presence with Addition of Tomasz Kulawik to Finance and Transactions Practice Group
Vedder Price is pleased to announce the addition of finance attorney Tomasz Kulawik as a Shareholder in the firm’s Washington, DC office.
Ag Campbell Reaches Nation-leading Settlement With Uber and Lyft, Secures Landmark Wages, Benefits and Protections for Drivers
Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell announced that her Office has secured a historic settlement in its case against Uber and Lyft that requires a minimum pay standard of $32.50 per hour and a suite of benefits and protections for drivers.
Macomb County Judge Rules FOIA Requests for Sensitive Election Data Were Properly Denied
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has announced that the 16th Judicial Circuit Court in Macomb County dismissed claims (PDF) brought under Michigan’s Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) against 16 cities and townships.
Montana MVD to provide mobile driver services in Red Lodge
In response to increased demand and to further support customers in Carbon County, Montana’s Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) will offer a mobile licensing event in the parking lot of the Veterans Memorial Civic Center at 215 14th St W, from July 9-11 in Red Lodge.
Orange County transportation company indicted for defrauding Medicaid
New York Attorney General Letitia James announced the arrests and indictments of Daler Yuldashev, Damir Yuldashev, their company DYD Universe, Inc. (DYD), and Nigina Iskandarova for their involvement in a scheme that defrauded Medicaid of over $2.3 million and paid illegal kickbacks to Medicaid recipients. The Yuldashevs operated DYD as a medical transportation provider, overcharging Medicaid by billing for non-existent trips and adding fake tolls to legitimate rides. They also paid kickbacks to Medicaid recipients to recruit more customers.
Attorney General Bird Blocks Biden Illegal Student Debt Cancellation
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird, alongside 10 other states, secured a nationwide injunction to block Biden's illegal student debt cancellation.
Federal court halts HHS rule, says TN AG Skrmetti
Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti issued a statement following a federal court's decision to halt the Department of Health and Human Services' rule nationwide.
AG Nessel urges retailers for clear signage on egg sourcing
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is urging grocery stores across the state to add clear signage to help consumers identify which eggs come from caged chickens. Today, the Department of Attorney General sent a letter to SpartanNash, a Michigan-based grocer, emphasizing the importance of transparency in egg sourcing. The initiative aims to help consumers make informed choices following a report from Positive Sum Strategies that highlighted widespread confusion in SpartanNash stores.
Attorney General issues alert on illegal price gouging amid Butte County emergency
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued a consumer alert following Governor Newsom’s declaration of a state of emergency for Butte County due to the Thompson Fire. The fire has burned 3,002 acres and led to the evacuation of thousands of residents. Attorney General Bonta reminded Californians that price gouging during a state of emergency is illegal under Penal Code Section 396. Residents who believe they have been victims of price gouging should report it to local authorities or the Attorney General at oag.ca.gov/report.
Tennessee Supreme Court dismisses developer’s defamation lawsuit against resident
The Tennessee Supreme Court has ruled that a defamation and false light lawsuit filed by Bill Charles against Donna McQueen must be dismissed under the Tennessee Public Participation Act (TPPA).
Federal court blocks Biden administration's rule on gender-transition treatments
A federal court has granted Attorney General Austin Knudsen's request to block the Biden administration's new rule, which would withhold funding from states and healthcare providers that refuse to provide or pay for "gender-transition" treatments for adults and children. In response, Attorney General Knudsen issued a statement:
Coalition urges Supreme Court support for federal ghost gun regulations
Attorney General Kaul joins coalition urging Supreme Court to uphold federal ghost gun regulations
Reading man sentenced up to 46 years for child sexual abuse
HARRISBURG — Attorney General Michelle Henry announced that a Reading man will serve 14 to 46 years in prison for repeated sexual assaults of a girl, starting more than 20 years ago. Luis Manuel Ayala-Velasquez, 56, was arrested last year after a grand jury investigation where sexual assault charges were recommended against more than a dozen members of the Jehovah’s Witnesses faith.
Attorney General Hilgers announces victories against Biden Administration mandates
Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers announced victories against two recent mandates by the Biden Administration, which he described as harmful to Americans and the economy.
Coalition urges Supreme Court to uphold federal ghost gun regulations
Attorney General Letitia James has joined a coalition of 24 attorneys general in urging the United States Supreme Court to uphold a federal rule regulating ghost guns—untraceable weapons often made at home from kits—like other firearms. The coalition filed an amicus brief in Garland v. VanDerStok, seeking to reverse an appeals court decision that overturned this gun safety rule. In the brief, Attorney General James and the coalition argue that the rule clarifies existing law, is necessary to prevent gun violence, and assists law enforcement in solving serious crimes.
Lee County man convicted on multiple counts of child pornography possession
Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the conviction of a Lee County man on multiple counts of possession of child pornography. Judson Bryant Wagner, 35, of Auburn, pleaded guilty in Lee County Circuit Court to five counts of possession of obscene material depicting a person under the age of 17.