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Former SEC Crypto and Cyber Enforcement Chief David Hirsch Joins McGuireWoods
David Hirsch, who recently led the Securities and Exchange Commission’s Crypto Assets and Cyber Unit (CACU), has joined McGuireWoods’ growing securities enforcement and regulatory counseling practice as a partner in Washington, D.C.
TN AG Welcomes Additional Ten States to Historic Bipartisan Lawsuit Against Ticketmaster
Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti joined the United States Department of Justice in welcoming the Attorneys General of Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nebraska, New Mexico, South Dakota, Utah, and Vermont to our historic lawsuit against Ticketmaster-Live Nation.
Vermont Joins Lawsuit Against Live Nation-Ticketmaster
Attorney General Charity Clark today announced that she has joined an antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation-Ticketmaster.
Foster man to serve 8 years in state prison for child molestation
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced that a Foster man has been sentenced in Providence County Superior Court to serve eight years at the Adult Correctional Institutions (ACI) after a jury found him guilty of sexually assaulting two female victims under the age of 14 between 2012 and 2017.
Attorney General Bonta issues consumer alert against "Pink Tax" practices
California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued a consumer alert on Women’s Equality Day, emphasizing the illegality of gender-based price differences under AB 1287. The law, effective since January 1, 2023, prohibits businesses from charging different prices for substantially similar goods based on the gender of the product’s target audience—a practice known as the “Pink Tax.” According to Bonta, products marketed to women typically cost 7% more than those marketed to men and up to 13% more for personal care products.
Federal judge blocks rule to unionize temporary foreign agriculture workers
A federal judge in the Southern District of Georgia has granted a preliminary injunction against the U.S. Department of Labor, effectively halting a rule that would have provided unionization protections for H-2A visa holders—temporary foreign agricultural workers—impacting American farmers.
Attorney General Bonta challenges Kroger-Albertsons megamerger on first day of trial
California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued a statement today on the first day of trial in the state’s lawsuit challenging Kroger's $24.6 billion acquisition of Albertsons. The merger, involving two of the largest national supermarket chains, poses significant risks to competition and could lead to higher food prices nationwide. In Southern California, the consolidation is expected to reduce consumer choices and increase prices further.
Federal court halts Biden-Harris immigration program pending litigation
On August 26, 2024, America First Legal (AFL), in collaboration with the States of Texas and Idaho, and a coalition of 14 Attorneys General, secured a significant legal victory against the Biden-Harris Administration’s Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas temporarily halted a new program that AFL claims unlawfully provides a pathway to citizenship for over one million undocumented immigrants.
Davison man charged with bottle deposit fraud
Namir Shango, 34, of Davison, was arraigned in the 67th District Court in Saginaw on one count of False Pretenses, $50,000 to $100,000 last Wednesday. The charge is a 15-year felony for allegedly committing bottle return fraud from the Mt. Morris liquor store Valley Liquor, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.
NLJ Legal Awards Selects TC Lobbying & Policy Team as 2024 Finalist
For the second consecutive year, Thompson Coburn’s Lobbying & Policy group is a finalist in the Government Relations/Lobbying category for the National Law Journal Legal Awards.
Nelson Mullins’ Emerging Companies Team Recognized in 2024 Q2 Pitchbook Rankings
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP has been recognized by PitchBook Data, Inc. in its Q2 2024 global rankings as among the most active law firms advising emerging growth companies and venture capital firms, both in the United States and abroad.
New documents reveal vetting issues during Afghan refugee resettlement
America First Legal (AFL) has released new documents concerning the Biden-Harris Administration’s withdrawal from Afghanistan. These documents, obtained through litigation against the Department of Justice (DOJ), reveal significant issues in the vetting process for Afghan refugees.
Montana DCI investigates officer-involved shooting in Valley County
The Montana Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is investigating an officer-involved critical incident that occurred late Saturday night in Valley County.
AG Moody reminds colleges about protections for Jewish students
As colleges and universities begin a new academic year, Attorney General Ashley Moody today reminded higher education officials in Florida of their duty to protect Jewish students from harassment, intimidation, and other incidents of antisemitism. This reminder follows radical antisemitic protests across the nation and destructive protests at colleges and universities in the previous academic year.
North Dakota Insurance Department seeks attorney for administrative role
The North Dakota Insurance Department has announced a job opening for an attorney. The department's mission is to oversee the insurance marketplace, safeguard promises made to consumers by insurance companies, and foster a fair and thriving marketplace. The position involves collaborating with staff, criminal and civil investigators, and fellow attorneys to prepare administrative and criminal cases for enforcement and prosecution.
Attorneys general urge Brown University to reject Israeli divestment proposal
Attorney General Tim Griffin has announced that he, along with 23 other state attorneys general, has sent a letter urging Brown University to reject a proposal for divestment from companies conducting business with Israel. The move is said to trigger anti-Boycott, Divestment, and Sanction (BDS) laws in several states.
Attorney General warns against price gouging amid federal emergency in Suffolk County
New York Attorney General Letitia James issued an alert today, warning businesses against price gouging of essential items in Suffolk County. This follows a federal emergency declaration due to severe weather that caused heavy flooding and significant damage on Long Island. The state's price gouging statute aims to prevent businesses from exploiting consumers by selling essential goods or services at excessively high prices during market disruptions or emergencies.
Colorado man charged for online threats against officials
A Colorado man will make his initial appearance at the federal courthouse in Durango, Colorado, today on federal charges in connection with a series of online threats he made toward election officials in Colorado and Arizona, a Colorado state judge, and federal law enforcement agents.
Colorado dentist charged with six counts of tax evasion
A federal grand jury in Denver has returned an indictment unsealed on Friday, charging a Colorado dentist with six counts of tax evasion for his use of an illegal tax shelter.
Attorney General announces takedown of large-scale retail theft ring
Five suspects charged in connection with $71,000 theft operation targeting multiple counties across Lehigh Valley and Capitol regions