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Ruling on bone in boneless wing hard to swallow for some Ohio SC justices
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Legal Newsline) - A diner who suffered complications from swallowing a chicken bone that was hiding in a supposed “boneless wing” has no case against the food supplier, the Ohio Supreme Court ruled, because chicken bones aren’t foreign to chicken meat.
Equal Rights Amendment set for November ballot after court ruling
New York Attorney General Letitia James released a statement following the Court of Appeals' decision to decline hearing an appeal from opponents of the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA). This decision ensures that the ERA will appear on the November 2024 ballot.
Attorney General Marshall announces arrest in voter fraud case
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the arrest of Terry Andrew Heflin, the Democratic candidate for District 5 of the Clay County Commission, on seven felony counts of voter fraud.
Ohio Supreme Court rules against school district over improper teacher termination process
The Supreme Court of Ohio ruled today that the Kent City School District Board of Education did not follow state law when it failed to observe a teacher three times before deciding not to renew his contract. The decision requires the district to reinstate Shawn Jones, a 20-year employee who was terminated in 2020 after only two observations.
Ohio AG rejects petition over insufficient signatures
The Ohio Attorney General’s Office has rejected the summary of a proposed constitutional amendment titled “Homestead and Personal Property” due to an insufficient number of verified voter signatures.
Federal court blocks new Title IX rule favoring gender identity
OKLAHOMA CITY (July 31, 2024) -- Attorney General Gentner Drummond praised today’s ruling in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma blocking the Biden Administration’s new rule that attempts to change federal protections for students under Title IX.
Court blocks Title IX changes affecting gender identity accommodations in four states
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit has granted South Carolina's request for an administrative injunction, temporarily blocking a Title IX change from taking effect in South Carolina, Alabama, Florida, and Georgia.
The Buckeye Institute urges Ohio Supreme Court against new appeal rule in gun case
On Wednesday, The Buckeye Institute filed its brief with the Ohio Supreme Court in Doe v. Columbus, urging the court to reject attempts by the city of Columbus and the state of Ohio to establish a new rule that would “allow the government to always immediately appeal a preliminary injunction that prevents enforcement of a statute or ordinance.”
Maryland man sentenced for coercion and enticement involving minors
A Maryland man was sentenced yesterday to 17 years in prison for coercion and enticement of a minor.
Buckeye Institute urges SCOTUS to reaffirm federal property boundary precedent
The Buckeye Institute has filed an amicus brief in the case of Fiehler v. Mecklenburg, urging the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene and assert that states lack the authority to alter federally established property boundaries. The filing was made on Wednesday.
Attorney General Ellison warns Minnesotans about telemarketing scams
July 31, 2024 (SAINT PAUL) — Today, Attorney General Keith Ellison issued a warning to Minnesotans about how to spot and avoid telemarketing fraud.
Attorney General Moody honors heroic actions of Clay County Sheriff Michelle Cook
Attorney General Ashley Moody is honoring one of Florida’s sheriffs who protected others by single-handedly disarming and detaining a man with a machete in a convenience store. At the Florida Sheriffs Association Summer Conference last week, Attorney General Moody presented Clay County Sheriff Michelle Cook with a Back the Blue Award.
Agreement reached to end unfair labor practices at major auto services company
July 31, 2024 (DENVER) — Attorney General Phil Weiser and a coalition of six attorneys general announced an agreement to end unfair labor practices at oil change and auto services company Valvoline LLC, Valvoline Instant Oil Change Franchising Inc., and VGP Holdings LLC.
Settlement reached over unfair labor practices at auto services company
New York Attorney General Letitia James, along with a coalition of six attorneys general, announced a settlement to address unfair labor practices at Valvoline LLC, Valvoline Instant Oil Change Franchising Inc., and VGP Holdings LLC. The companies had required hourly employees, including nearly 150 current and former employees in New York, to sign non-competition agreements that restricted them from working in the oil change business within 100 miles of their Valvoline location for one year after leaving the company. Additionally, employees were required to sign...
Attorney General reminds Illinoisans of new protections against utility disconnections in extreme heat
Attorney General Raoul reminds Illinois residents they are protected from utility disconnections during extreme heat
Shelby County chiropractor indicted on multiple tax-related charges
A federal grand jury in Birmingham, Alabama, has indicted a Shelby County chiropractor on charges of tax evasion, filing false tax returns, and obstructing the IRS.
Former Green Beret charged with violating export laws
Jordan Guy MacDonald Goudreau, 48, of Melbourne, Florida, and Yacsy Alexandra Alvarez, 43, of Tampa, Florida, were arrested yesterday pursuant to a now-unsealed indictment charging them with conspiracy to violate export laws, smuggling goods from the United States, violating the Arms Export Control Act, and violating the Export Control Reform Act. The indictment also charges Goudreau with violating the National Firearms Act and unlawful possession of machine guns.
Attorney General Ford requests expedited appeal in fake electors case
Carson City, NV – Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has filed a motion with the Nevada Supreme Court requesting expedited consideration of appeals in the "fake electors" cases. The request aims to clarify the path forward for prosecuting these crimes.
Attorney General Ellison ends unfair labor practices at major auto services company
Valvoline ends non-compete agreements which banned employees from working at another oil change business within 100 miles for one year after leaving company
North Dakota Bar Exam begins with 68 applicants
The North Dakota Bar Exam commenced on Tuesday with 68 applicants participating. Of those taking the exam, 24 percent are graduates of the University of North Dakota School of Law. The examination will conclude on Wednesday.