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Attorney General releases report on civilian death involving state police in Ontario County
New York Attorney General Letitia James’ Office of Special Investigation (OSI) has released its report on the death of a minor, C.W., who died on November 15, 2023, following an encounter with a New York State Police (NYSP) officer in Ontario County. The investigation included a review of body-worn camera footage, statements from involved officers, and comprehensive legal analysis. OSI concluded that a prosecutor would not be able to disprove beyond a reasonable doubt at trial that the officer’s actions were justified under New York law.
Major operation dismantles human smuggling network linked to Texas mass casualty event
On Wednesday, extensive coordination between the Justice Department and its domestic and international partners resulted in a major enforcement operation that dismantled a human smuggling network based in Guatemala. In June 2022, this network smuggled people into the United States on a journey that ended with the deaths of 53 migrants in a tractor-trailer in San Antonio, Texas. Twenty-one of the deceased migrants were Guatemalan.
Former Love County treasurer indicted on seven counts of embezzlement
OKLAHOMA CITY (Aug. 22, 2024) – The Multi-County Grand Jury has indicted former Love County treasurer Lory Hull on seven counts of embezzlement by a county treasurer.
Merrick County problem-solving court to hold graduation ceremony
The 5th Judicial District Problem-Solving Court in Merrick County is set to hold a graduation ceremony and celebration on September 9, 2024. The event will take place at the Merrick County Courthouse in Central City, Nebraska, beginning at 2:00 p.m.
Bonta secures protection for Central Valley jobs amid meat company acquisition
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has entered into a settlement with Western Valley Meat Company, an affiliate of Central Valley Meat, to address concerns regarding its planned acquisition of Cargill, Inc.'s culled cattle slaughter and processing plant in Fresno. The agreement mandates that Western Valley Meat must keep the Fresno plant operational for at least 12 months and retain a minimum of 700 employees during this period.
Amicus brief filed supporting Trump's appeal in NY civil fraud case
America First Legal, partnering with Ron Berutti, Esq. of Murray-Nolan Berutti LLC on behalf of its client the Job Creators Network Foundation (JCNF), has filed a motion in the New York Supreme Court Appellate Division, First Department. The motion requests the court to accept an amicus brief supporting former President Trump’s appeal in the Letitia James civil fraud case.
California settles with StubHub over delayed COVID-19 ticket refunds
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced today a settlement with ticket reseller StubHub, Inc. over the company's failure to provide timely refunds to consumers for canceled events during the COVID-19 pandemic. The resolution follows an investigation by the California Department of Justice into StubHub's practices.
California Supreme Court announces appointments to State Bar leadership roles
The California Supreme Court made several appointments to the State Bar of California’s Board of Trustees and Committee of Bar Examiners on August 22, 2024.
Buckeye Institute urges SCOTUS to end forced union representation laws
Columbus, OH – On Thursday, The Buckeye Institute filed an amicus brief in Goldstein v. Professional Staff Congress at City University of New York (PSC/CUNY), urging the U.S. Supreme Court to hear the case and end laws that mandate public-sector employees to accept union representation they neither requested nor desire.
Attorney General Miyares demands action on missing unaccompanied migrant children following alarming DHS report
Attorney General Miyares Demands Immediate Federal Action on Missing Unaccompanied Migrant Children Crisis Following Alarming DHS Report
Williamstown counselor charged with Medicaid fraud
The Attorney General’s Office announced that licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor Johan Green, 53, of Williamstown, Vermont, was arraigned on 11 counts of felony Medicaid fraud. The charges against Mr. Green stem from an investigation by the Attorney General’s Medicaid Fraud and Residential Abuse Unit (MFRAU), which found that Mr. Green had falsely billed Medicaid for services not provided, defrauding Vermont Medicaid of over $70,000 in public health care funds.
Three men plead guilty in multimillion-dollar tax refund scheme
Christopher Johnson of Orlando, Florida, and Jasen Harvey of Tampa, Florida, pleaded guilty yesterday to conspiring to defraud the United States by promoting a tax fraud scheme called the “Note Program.”
Providence man pleads guilty to murder charges stemming from 2021 shooting
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced today that a Providence man has pleaded guilty in Providence County Superior Court to the 2021 murder of Leonardo Tavares.
Epstein Becker Green Attorneys Honored for Excellence in the Legal Profession by Best Lawyers 2025
Epstein Becker Green (EBG) is proud to announce that 99 attorneys have been selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2025 edition of the Best Lawyers in America©.
Attorney General Alan Wilson joins 26-State coalition supporting West Virginia ‘Save Women’s Sports Act’
Attorney General Alan Wilson today joined a coalition of 26 state attorneys general in an amicus brief calling on the United States Supreme Court to take up West Virginia’s appeal of a lower court ruling that struck down the state’s law protecting girls’ sports.
New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement Announces July 2024 Total Gaming Revenue Results
New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement announced the July 2024 total gaming revenue results.
AG Campbell Celebrates Creation Of New Environmental Justice Trust To Support Disadvantaged Communities Across Massachusetts
Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell celebrated a new Environmental Justice Trust, signed into law by Governor Maura Healey.
The AG’s Office Government Records Access and Management Act Process
The Utah Attorney General’s Office handles thousands of requests for public records every year.
Arkansas Supreme Court rules against abortion amendment signature submissions
Attorney General Tim Griffin today issued a statement regarding the Arkansas Supreme Court’s 4-3 decision in Cowles v. Thurston, confirming that the Arkansas Secretary of State properly rejected the paid canvasser signature submissions supporting the Arkansas Abortion Amendment.
Attorney General Griffin Leads 26-state Amicus Supporting West Virginia Title Ix Appeal to U.S. Supreme Court
Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following statement after filing an amicus brief on behalf of himself and 25 other state attorneys general calling on the United States Supreme Court to take up West Virginia’s appeal of a lower court ruling that struck down the state’s law protecting girls’ sports.