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New Mexico AG investigates Memorial Medical Center for alleged denial of essential care
Las Cruces, NM – This morning, Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced that the New Mexico Department of Justice (NMDOJ) is launching an investigation into Memorial Medical Center following allegations that the hospital has refused to treat indigent cancer patients, failed to screen patients for financial assistance, and denied medical services to patients in violation of New Mexico law.
Former banker extradited from UK on charges involving bribery scheme
A dual citizen of the United States and Ghana will make his initial appearance today in the Eastern District of New York to face charges related to his participation in a scheme to bribe Ghanaian officials to obtain and retain business from the Republic of Ghana.
Attorney General Wilson urges Congress to pass SAVE Act for election integrity
Attorney General Alan Wilson has joined a coalition of 22 state attorneys general in urging Congressional leaders to pass the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act. The initiative, co-led by Iowa and Indiana, aims to fortify the electoral process by ensuring that only eligible U.S. citizens can vote.
Missouri AG urges dismissal of New York's prosecution against Trump
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has filed a brief urging New York to vacate Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s prosecution against President Trump. This action follows an assassination attempt on President Trump at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania.
Attorney General Taylor Shares Resources for Consumers Following the Change Healthcare (a Unit of UnitedHealth) Cyberattack
Alaska Attorney General Treg Taylor is sharing consumer protection reminders and raising awareness about the availability of free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services following an unprecedented data breach in February at Change Healthcare.
Consumer Alert: Resources Available to Arkansans Affected by Change Healthcare Cyberattack
Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following statement alerting Arkansans to the availability of free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services after Change Healthcare’s February data breach.
Attorney General Aaron M. Frey Shares Resources Available to Consumers Following the Change Healthcare Cyberattack
Attorney General Aaron M. Frey is sharing consumer protection reminders and raising awareness about the availability of free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services following Change Healthcare’s February data breach.
Attorney General Brown Announces Charges in Rideshare Carjacking Spree in Baltimore Region
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced that charges have been brought against six Baltimore teens, aged 16 to 19, for their roles in the string of armed robberies and carjackings that plagued Baltimore City and Baltimore County throughout November and December of 2022.
AG Nessel Shares Resources Available to Consumers Following the Change Healthcare (a Unit of UnitedHealth) Cyberattack
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is sharing consumer protection reminders and raising awareness about the availability of free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services following Change Healthcare’s February data breach.
Owner of Passaic County Spa Agrees to Pay $10,000, Accept 10-Year Ban on Doing Business in NJ to Resolve Allegations of Practicing Medicine Without a License
Continuing their efforts to halt the unlicensed practice of medicine in spa-like settings, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs (“Division”) announced that the owner of a Passaic County skin-care spa has agreed to pay a $10,000 civil penalty and accept a 10-year ban on operating a skin care specialty spa in New Jersey in order to resolve allegations of unlawfully providing invasive aesthetic treatments only licensed medical professionals are authorized to perform in New Jersey.
Change Healthcare Data Breach
Attorney General John M. Formella announces that in February 2024, Change Healthcare, a unit of UnitedHealth, the nation’s largest electronic data clearinghouse, experienced a significant cyberattack.
Attorney General James Announces Ban on Ex-NRA CFO Wilson “Woody” Phillips from Not-for-Profit Industry in New York
New York Attorney General Letitia James announced a settlement with the National Rifle Association’s (NRA) former Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Wilson “Woody” Phillips banning him from serving as a fiduciary of a not-for-profit in New York for 10 years and requiring training before returning to any such position.
Attorney General Neronha Statement on Rhode Island Recycled Metals Fire
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha issued the following statement regarding today’s fire at Rhode Island Recycled Metals (RIRM).
Attorney General James Urges New Yorkers to Use Free Credit Monitoring and Identity Theft Protection Services in Aftermath of Change Healthcare Cyberattack
New York Attorney General Letitia James issued a consumer alert to raise awareness about free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services available for millions of consumers impacted by the Change Healthcare data breach.
Survey finds 71% of Nevada voters support ballot measure to implement 20% attorney fee cap
The political action committee (PAC) Nevadans for Fair Recovery released a fact sheet in May about a ballot initiative seeking to put more money in victims' pockets by capping attorney contingency fees at 20%. According to a survey included in the fact sheet, 71% of Nevadans support the initiative.
Jackson Lewis Adds Andrew M. Sherwood as Principal in New York City
Nationwide employment law firm Jackson Lewis P.C. is pleased to announce Andrew M. Sherwood has joined its New York City office as a principal.
Shook Senior Counsel to Present at Food Law and Regulation Boot Camp Virtual Conference on July 16, 2024
Shook Senior Counsel and Food Law Regulatory Practitioner John F. Johnson III will be setting the stage for the conference, “Food Law and Regulation Boot Camp,” scheduled for July 16-18.
Fourteen Cozen O’Connor Lawyers Named to Minnesota Monthly “Top Lawyers” list
Minnesota Monthly magazine named 14 Cozen O’Connor lawyers to its 2024 list of “Top Lawyers” in Minnesota list.
Anne R. Yuengert Named to BBJ's "Top Birmingham Women" 2024 List
Bradley partner Anne Yuengert was named to the Birmingham Business Journal’s “Top Birmingham Women” for 2024.
Ken Fisher Named to City & State New York’s 2024 Brooklyn Power 100
Ken Fisher, a member of Cozen O’Connor’s Business Law Department, has been named to City & State New York’s 2024 Brooklyn Power 100.