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Supreme Court denies Biden-Harris effort to overturn student loan forgiveness injunction
The U.S. Supreme Court has denied an application from the Biden-Harris administration to vacate an injunction that blocks its student-loan forgiveness program. Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin issued a statement following the decision, emphasizing the legal constraints on the federal government regarding unilateral cancellation of student loans.
Attorney General Raoul charges two suburban Chicago residents over fraudulent PPP loans
Attorney General Kwame Raoul announced charges against two suburban Chicago residents for allegedly fraudulently applying for and receiving Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Madison County man convicted for possession of child pornography
Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the conviction of Dana Wesley Coffelt, a 47-year-old resident of Huntsville, for possession of child pornography. Coffelt pleaded guilty in Madison County Circuit Court to three counts of possession of obscene matter depicting a person under the age of 17.
Southeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court to hold graduation ceremony
The Southeast Nebraska Adult Drug Court will hold a graduation and celebration ceremony on Monday, September 16, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. The event will take place at the Saline County District Courtroom located at 204 South High Street in Wilber, NE. Judge Richard Smith will preside over the ceremony.
Maryland woman arrested for allegedly posing as nurse in Delaware
Attorney General Kathy Jennings announced on Monday that a Maryland resident was arrested for allegedly stealing the identity of a registered nurse (RN) and attempting to use those credentials to fraudulently obtain employment in Delaware nursing homes.
Attorney General Drummond criticizes Contingency Review Board meeting on lawsuit settlement
OKLAHOMA CITY (Aug. 28, 2024) – Attorney General Gentner Drummond is decrying a hastily called meeting of the Contingency Review Board (CRB) today as a sham likely to reject a class-action lawsuit settlement that would save the state many millions of dollars.
Dominican Republic national pleads guilty in fatal human smuggling case
A national of the Dominican Republic pleaded guilty yesterday to his involvement in a deadly human smuggling conspiracy in Puerto Rico.
Court issues opinions on civil malpractice, contracts, post-conviction relief
On August 28, 2024, three significant opinions were issued in appellate cases concerning civil malpractice, contracts, and post-conviction relief.
Court seeks feedback on CLE credit for pro bono service proposal
The Maine Supreme Judicial Court has announced a call for public comments on a proposed amendment to Rule 5 of the Maine Bar Rules. This amendment would allow attorneys to receive continuing legal education (CLE) credit for qualifying pro bono publico service.
Assistant Attorney General addresses health outcomes for justice-involved youth
Acting Assistant Attorney General Brent J. Cohen delivered remarks at the Department of Health and Human Services and Office of Justice Programs Justice-Involved Youth Webinar on August 28, 2024. He expressed gratitude to Dan Tsai and Jesse Cross-Call for organizing the event and acknowledged the participation of individuals from various sectors aimed at improving health outcomes for justice-involved youth.
Ohio Supreme Court rejects developer's bid against $1.5M payment enforcement
The Supreme Court of Ohio today rejected a real estate developer’s request to block a magistrate's order aimed at collecting a $1.5 million judgment. The case concerns an effort to redevelop a downtown Cincinnati property.
California man pleads guilty to defrauding CARES Act programs over $10 million
A California man pleaded guilty today in the Eastern District of Virginia to wire fraud for defrauding Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act programs, including the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and the Main Street Lending Program (MSLP), of more than $10 million.
Supreme Court upholds block on latest Biden-Harris student loan cancellation plan
On August 28, 2024, Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey announced that the United States Supreme Court upheld a court order from the Eighth Circuit blocking the Biden-Harris Administration’s student loan cancellation plan. The decision was unanimous.
Attorney General Murrill secures stay blocking parole policy for illegal immigrants
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill secured a temporary administrative stay against the Biden-Harris administration, halting the 'parole in place' policy while litigation proceeds.
Sheppard Mullin Shortlisted for Trademark Litigation Firm of the Year
Sheppard Mullin’s Intellectual Property practice has been shortlisted as a finalist for Trademark Litigation Firm of the Year by World Trademark Review (WTR).
New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement Announces 2nd Quarter 2024 Total Gaming Revenue Results
Based upon filings from the casino licensees made with the Division of Gaming Enforcement, the casino licensees reported 2nd Quarter 2024 Net Revenue of $829.8 million, reflecting a 1.3% increase over the same quarter last year.
Former State Representative Troy E. Merner Pleads Guilty to Wrongful Voting and Theft by Deception
Attorney General John M. Formella announces that former New Hampshire State Representative Troy E. Merner, age 62, of Carroll, New Hampshire, has pleaded guilty to Wrongful Voting in violation of RSA 659:34 and Theft by Deception in violation of RSA 637:4, both class A misdemeanors.
AG Nessel Warns Consumers of Unpaid Toll Road Smishing Scam
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is reissuing a consumer alert from May warning consumers of a recent smishing scam targeting toll road users.
Green Party on Wisconsin ballot, against Dems' wishes; Lawsuit likely to follow
MADISON, Wis. (Legal Newsline) - Anticipating another court challenge, the Wisconsin Elections Commission has certified the Green Party's Presidential candidate for this year's election - a move that could possibly take votes from Democrat Kamala Harris in the swing state.
135 US attorneys recognized in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch
Quinn Emanuel is pleased to announce that 135 of our US attorneys have been included in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in 29 categories across 11 jurisdictions.