LEGAL NEWSLINE

A proposed Nevada ballot initiative to cap contingency fees in all civil lawsuits at 20 percent of what is recovered would still mean millions for the state’s plaintiff’s lawyers, if fewer of them.

A survey conducted by Public Opinion Strategies in July found that 86% of Nevada respondents believe plaintiffs should be entitled to take home 80% of their court award or settlement. The survey focused on a proposed ballot initiative in Nevada that would limit attorney contingency fees to 20%, meaning the plaintiffs would receive 80% of their winnings.

CHICAGO (Legal Newsline) - Calling eggs "farm-fresh" doesn't require their production by free-range hens, a federal judge has ruled in rejecting claims from a controversial class action lawyer.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (Legal Newsline) - Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will keep trying to shut down the Line 5 pipeline despite a court ruling in July against her.

New York – New York Attorney General Letitia James’ Office of Special Investigation (OSI) released its report on the death of Billy Lee, who died on May 13, 2022, after an encounter with members of the New York City Police Department (NYPD) in the Bronx. Following a thorough investigation, which included review of NYPD pole camera footage, security camera footage from inside a nearby deli and outside neighboring buildings, interviews with involved officers and a civilian witness, and comprehensive legal analysis, OSI concluded that a prosecutor would not be able to disprove...

(COLUMBUS, Ohio) — In the wake of damaging storms that recently struck northeastern Ohio, Attorney General Dave Yost is reminding all Ohioans to watch out for home-repair scammers and fake charities soliciting donations on behalf of those affected by the severe weather.

Attorney General Todd Rokita continues his partnership with the world's longest-running TV horror host, Sammy Terry, to assist Hoosiers in reclaiming unclaimed property at this year's Indiana State Fair.

Attorney General Josh Stein has successfully defended a state law designed to protect North Carolinians from individuals convicted of sexual offenses.

New York Attorney General Letitia James has secured $1.5 million from 4K Apps, Inc., a digital marketing company, for allegedly operating deceptive websites that misled New Yorkers seeking mental health services, substance abuse treatment, and senior living facilities.

The Justice Department announced today that it will monitor compliance with federal voting rights laws in Hawaii for the Aug. 10 primary election. The department will monitor in Honolulu County and Maui County.

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced a legal victory against the Biden-Harris Administration's attempt to regulate pistol braces. The Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals deemed the rule "arbitrary and capricious" and remanded the case back to the district court for consideration of an injunction.

Attorney General Chris Carr is warning Georgians to be vigilant against potential price gouging and home repair fraud following Tropical Storm Debby. Consumers are also advised to be cautious when purchasing used vehicles that may have sustained storm damage.

The Nebraska Attorney General’s Office has issued a warning to retailers and consumers regarding the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) recall of Diamond Shruumz products. The recall encompasses all Diamond Shruumz Microdosing Chocolate Bars, Infused Cones, and Micro-Dose and Mega-Dose/Extreme Gummies. Prophet Premium Blends, the product manufacturer, is cooperating with the recall.

A Notice of Comment has been posted in Supreme Court Docket No. 20240211 and in the public portal publications regarding the State Board of Law Examiners' recommendation to adopt the NextGen Bar Examination. Comments are due by September 6, 2024.

Attorney General Jason Miyares has joined a 15-state coalition in filing a lawsuit aimed at halting the Biden-Harris administration's effort to extend ObamaCare benefits to illegal immigrants. The rule, scheduled to take effect on November 1, would render over 200,000 Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients eligible for taxpayer-funded health plans, including 7,810 in Virginia.

Attorney General Alan Wilson announces repeat sex offender gets 20-year sentence

Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced today that a McLean County man prosecuted by the Attorney General’s office was sentenced to 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to possessing child sexual abuse images. The case is part of Raoul’s ongoing work, in collaboration with federal law enforcement agencies and local law enforcement officials throughout Illinois, to apprehend offenders who download and trade child sexual abuse images online.

Attorney General Tim Griffin issued a statement following the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit's decision to issue a preliminary injunction blocking the Biden-Harris administration’s student loan forgiveness program.

New York Attorney General Letitia James has issued an alert warning businesses against price gouging of essential items as severe weather impacts communities across the state. A state of emergency has been declared for New York due to heavy rain and winds, with potential flooding, outages, and tornadoes caused by remnants of Tropical Storm Debby.

Attorney General Raoul charges Kane County man for allegedly lying on FOID card application