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Theodora Gaïtas sworn in as associate justice of Minnesota Supreme Court
The Honorable Theodora Gaïtas has been officially sworn in as an associate justice of the Minnesota Supreme Court.
Texas man receives lengthy prison sentence for child sexual abuse
A Tulia man has been sentenced to 30 years in the Institutional Division of the Texas Department of Corrections for child sexual abuse violations in Swisher County, Texas.
Yost Orders Deep Dive Into Challenges of Surging Migrant Population
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost directed his office to research legal avenues to stop the federal government from sending an unlimited number of migrants to Ohio communities.
Bipartisan coalition of attorneys general call for Congress to require surgeon general warnings on social media platforms
In a letter sent yesterday to Congress, Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum, who is also President of the National Association of Attorneys General ( NAAG), joined a broad, bipartisan coalition of 42 state attorneys general to urge lawmakers to pass legislation requiring a U.S. surgeon general warning on all algorithm-driven social media platforms.
BakerHostetler Notches Top Ten Ranking in Midlevel Associates Survey for Fourth Consecutive Year
As a result of its focus on a supportive workplace environment where employees can thrive, BakerHostetler has once again achieved a top ten ranking – 9th in the nation.
Jones Day again wins New York Law Journal's "Labor & Employment Litigation Department of the Year" award
Jones Day was named Winner of the New York Law Journal's (NYLJ) Labor & Employment Litigation Department of the Year award for 2024.
Five convicted for involvement in Thomas County shooting incident
Attorney General Chris Carr announced that five members of RNBA, a hybrid criminal street gang based in Boston, Georgia, have been convicted and sentenced to prison for their involvement in an April 3, 2022 shooting at the Green Food Market in Thomasville. The incident, linked to an ongoing conflict between RNBA and "Realer Than Most" (RTM), resulted in non-fatal injuries to a pregnant woman and another civilian. One defendant was also injured.
Noah Oberlander named to Virginia Lawyers Weekly 2024 class of Up & Coming lawyers
Noah Oberlander, counsel in Reed Smith’s Labor & Employment group, has been selected by Virginia Lawyers Weekly for its 2024 class of Up & Coming lawyers.
Virginia Lawyers Weekly Names Troutman Pepper Among Law Firms on the Move for Second Consecutive Year
Troutman Pepper is among nine law firms recognized by Virginia Lawyers Weekly’s 2024 Law Firms on the Move program.
South Carolina SC: Public tuition funds paid to private schools violates Constitution
COLUMBIA, S.C. (Legal Newsline) - A split South Carolina Supreme Court has ruled a state law that provides scholarships to students with money from the state's general fund is unconstitutional.
AG Platkin Returns to Federal Courts to Support Title IX
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced that New Jersey, California, and Pennsylvania co-led two amicus briefs on behalf of a multistate coalition in federal appellate courts to further defend Title IX’s protections of all students, including LGBTQ+ students, from gender-based harassment and sex discrimination, and to reverse a preliminary injunction that could affect certain schools in their states.
Attorney General Bird Secures Murder Conviction Against Marshall County Man for Killing Father
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird announced that the Attorney General’s office, in coordination with the Marshall County Attorney’s office, secured a second-degree murder conviction against Scott Swartz for beating his elderly father to death.
Former prison officer pleads guilty to sexual abuse charges involving inmates
A former Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP) correctional officer pleaded guilty today to three counts of sexual abuse of a ward.
Kristen Clarke addresses juvenile justice system issues at legislative conference
Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke delivered remarks at the Commission on the Social Status of Black Men and Boys and the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Annual Legislative Conference on September 13, 2024. In her address, Clarke emphasized the Justice Department's commitment to addressing critical issues affecting Black men and boys in the United States.
Four candidates submit applications for Chief Justice of Nebraska Supreme Court
David J. A. Bargen of Adams, PaTricia A. Freeman of Papillion, and Jeffrey J. Funke and Ryan S. Post, both of Lincoln, have submitted applications for appointment as Chief Justice of the Nebraska Supreme Court.
Washington State Law Library announces reduced hours during relocation back to Temple of Justice
The Washington State Law Library will have reduced in-person hours starting Monday, September 16, through the end of the month. It will be closed to in-person services for most of October as it prepares to move back to the Temple of Justice in Olympia after a two-year renovation.
Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco marks 30th anniversary of Violence Against Women Act
Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco delivered remarks on September 13, 2024, to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). The event highlighted the critical work done by leaders, advocates, and survivors in addressing gender-based violence.
Veterans Treatment Court marks five years aiding Minnesota's justice-involved veterans
Minnesota's 3rd Judicial District is set to commemorate the fifth anniversary of its Veterans Treatment Court.
Vermont justices and judges to discuss US Constitution on September 17
Vermont Supreme Court Justices and Trial Judges will participate in a Constitution Day panel presentation on September 17, 2024. The event will be held at the Vermont Law and Graduate School's Chase Center in South Royalton, Vermont, from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.
The Buckeye Institute challenges U.S. EPA's authority in new emissions rule
On September 13, 2024, The Buckeye Institute filed an amicus brief in the case of Kentucky v. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), urging the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit to rule that the EPA's new emissions regulation exceeds its Congressional authority by effectively mandating electric vehicles.