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Minards to stand trial on multiple charges for misappropriating funds
LANSING – Today, in the 54B District Court in East Lansing, Chief Judge Molly Hennessey Greenwalt bound over Anne and Robert (Rob) Minard of Bath Township to stand trial in the 30th Circuit Court in Ingham County. They are accused of allegedly misappropriating funds from three non-profits and a Political Action Committee tied to former Speaker of the House Lee Chatfield, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. The charges were filed in December 2023.
Attorney General Todd Rokita challenges mandatory pronoun policies in schools
Attorney General Todd Rokita is advocating for students' First Amendment rights in a legal brief arguing that the government cannot compel students to use others' "preferred pronouns" against their deeply held beliefs. Rokita, along with a coalition of attorneys general, has challenged school administrators nationwide who enforce "anti-harassment" rules that require students to conform to gender identity preferences or face consequences.
Attorney General concludes review charging eleven after university protest incidents
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced today the conclusion of her department’s review of protest incidents at the University of Michigan (UM) campus, resulting in criminal charges for 11 individuals, mostly students and alumni.
America First Legal investigates Biden-Harris Administration over Venezuelan gang activity
America First Legal (AFL) has initiated investigations into the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The investigations are in response to increasing violent illegal alien gang activity in Aurora, Colorado; Chicago, Illinois; and western Wisconsin.
Attorney General Garland addresses Justice Department workforce at U.S. Attorney's Conference
Today, Attorney General Merrick B. Garland addressed the Justice Department workforce during the U.S. Attorney's Conference in Washington, D.C.
North Dakota Supreme Court releases multiple rulings on appeals
The North Dakota Supreme Court released several opinions on September 12, 2024, covering a range of legal issues from criminal competency to special assessments by cities.
Color of Change president's frequent visits to White House revealed
Records reveal Rashad Robinson, President of Color of Change, visited the White House sixteen times, including meetings with President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. The findings were disclosed by America First Legal (AFL) based on official White House visitor logs.
OIP updates resources for exemption 3 under Freedom Of Information Act
The Office of Information Policy (OIP) has posted updates to its compilation of Exemption 3 resources, intended to assist agencies in their administration of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and to increase public understanding of the use of Exemption 3. These materials are located on the FOIA Resources page of OIP's site.
Lawsuit filed over improper removal of asbestos at Joliet theatre
Attorney General Raoul files lawsuit over improper removal and storage of asbestos-containing materials at Joliet theatre
Richland woman sentenced for stalking Barry County prosecutors
LANSING – Yesterday, Rita Williams, 37, of Richland, was sentenced to 24 months of probation and ordered not to have any contact or attempt to contact prosecutors at the Barry County Prosecutor’s Office by the Honorable William M. Doherty in the 56B District Court in Hastings for sending hundreds of emails and voicemail messages to them, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. Williams pled no contest earlier this year to one count of stalking and one count of using a computer to commit a crime. Judge Doherty warned Williams that any violation of the no-contact...
Attorney General Garland emphasizes DOJ's independence at annual conference
Attorney General Merrick B. Garland addressed the Department of Justice (DOJ) workforce on September 12, 2024, emphasizing the importance of an independent justice system. Speaking at the closing session of the 85th annual U.S. Attorneys’ conference, Garland highlighted the dedication and sacrifices made by over 115,000 DOJ employees.
NJ Appellate Court Rules That Hospital Bylaws Govern Process for Physician Discipline
In a significant victory for hospitals, a Fox Rothschild litigation team has succeeded in clarifying the law that governs when courts may intrude on the intra-hospital process associated with suspension or restriction of a physician’s privileges.
Flint Woman Pleads to Embezzling from Vulnerable Adult, Will Pay $500,000 in Restitution
Constance Marie Roberts, 68, of Flint, pled no contest to one count of Embezzlement from a Vulnerable Adult $20,000-$50,000 and one count of Taxes-Failure to File/False Return/Payment in the 7th Circuit Court in Genesee County after obtaining large sums of money and multiple vehicles from the vulnerable adult victim, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced.
Jesse Hockenbury Brings Pro Bono Matter to Successful Conclusion
Staff Attorney Jesse Hockenbury led a successful effort for a pro bono client that led to the granting of a motion for default judgment and damages hearing, with his client being awarded $440,000 in total compensatory damages, $420,000 in punitive damages and $140,000 in attorney’s fees for a grand total of $1,000,000.
McGuireWoods Named “Law Firm on the Move” By Virginia Lawyers Weekly
McGuireWoods is among a select group of law firms featured in Virginia Lawyers Weekly’s 2024 “Law Firms on the Move” publication.
After $63M loss, Johnson & Johnson preps for another trial in unfriendly South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. (Legal Newsline) - Johnson & Johnson is scheduled to begin trial next month in a South Carolina court where it lost a $63 million verdict last month and the presiding judge has a reputation for pro-plaintiff rulings and stiff sanctions against companies that dare to oppose her.
Troutman Pepper Shortlisted for Three New Jersey Legal Awards
Troutman Pepper and two attorneys have been shortlisted for three New Jersey Legal Awards: the Innovators (Troutman Pepper), Dealmakers (Stephanie Pindyck Costantino), and Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year (Robert Austin Jenkin II) awards.
2024 Carolinas Regional Employer Conference on September 12, 2024
Littler partnered with you to weather the pandemic, navigate return to work and address a fundamentally changed workplace.
Westerly man to serve 10 years in state prison for child molestation
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced that a Westerly man has been sentenced in Washington County Superior Court to serve 10 years at the Adult Correctional Institutions (ACI) for sexually assaulting a victim under the age of 14 in 2021 and 2022.
Nebraska Attorney General’s Office Issues Consumer Alert Regarding Extortion Scam Utilizing Crypto
The Nebraska Attorney General’s Office is issuing a Consumer Alert regarding a recent email extortion scam that has been reported numerous times to our office.