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Justice court vacancy announced for Pleasant Grove
Pleasant Grove, Utah—Applications are being accepted for a part-time justice court judge position that will serve Pleasant Grove, Utah. The position will replace Judge Randy Birch who resigned in March.
Ohio Supreme Court orders Cleveland law firm to pay additional legal fees
Two Cleveland law firms could not agree on the wording of a settlement ordered by the Supreme Court of Ohio, leading to a hearing in Columbus and an additional $2,600 payment to a lawyer for preparing for and attending the meeting.
America First Legal sues Secret Service over concealed records on Trump assassination attempt
America First Legal (AFL) has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Secret Service (USSS) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), alleging illegal concealment of government records related to the first assassination attempt on President Trump in Pennsylvania in July.
Snohomish County holds first-ever 'Blake Relief Day' on October 4th
Individuals with Washington State Blake-related drug possession convictions can apply for financial and record-clearing relief at the first Blake Drug Possession Relief Day at the Snohomish County Courthouse on October 4, 2024.
Dickinson County man extradited to face multiple sexual conduct charges
LANSING – Trentin McWilliams, 23, of Norway and most recently residing in California, was arraigned yesterday in the 95B District Court in Iron Mountain on seven felonies for allegedly sexually assaulting two minors on separate occasions. McWilliams was extradited to Dickinson County earlier this week by the U.S. Marshals Service to face these charges as part of the ongoing Operation Survivor Justice.
Attorney General Stein comments on defense of SAFE Child Act
Attorney General Josh Stein released a statement after North Carolina Solicitor General Ryan Park defended the constitutionality of the SAFE Child Act at the North Carolina Supreme Court on Wednesday. The North Carolina Department of Justice intervened in McKinney, et al. v. Goins, et al. to defend the legislature’s creation of a two-year window for adults who were abused as children to bring a civil action against their abuser.
Attorneys general urge Congress for surgeon general warning on social media
In a letter to Congress, Attorney General Josh Kaul and 41 other attorneys general called on lawmakers to pass legislation requiring a U.S. surgeon general warning on all algorithm-driven social media platforms. The letter comes amidst growing scrutiny of social media companies for their role in generational harm to young people’s mental health.
California Supreme Court makes key appointments to state bar
The California Supreme Court made various State Bar-related appointments on Wednesday.
High-level member sentenced for role in Colorado auto theft rings
A Larimer County District Court judge has sentenced Rene Ruiz to 24 years in state prison for his role as a high-level member of criminal organizations involved in auto theft and burglary across Colorado from 2020 to 2023.
America First Legal urges Arizona Supreme Court action on voter roll issues
America First Legal (AFL) has requested the Arizona Supreme Court to utilize all lawful measures to confirm the citizenship status of 97,688 registered voters and remove any noncitizens from voter rolls. This action was taken on behalf of Strong Communities Foundation of Arizona, known as EZAZ.org, and Yvonne Cahill, a registered voter and naturalized citizen.
Suburban Chicago woman charged with fraud involving rent payments and PPP loans
Attorney General Raoul charges suburban Chicago woman with fraud, theft of government property
Northeast Ohio task force seeks public's help locating suspect facing multiple felony charges
The Northeast Ohio Human Trafficking Task Force is requesting the public’s help in locating a suspect facing 17 felony charges involving human trafficking, drug trafficking, and firearms.
Attorney General Bonta supports new legislation aimed at boosting California's housing production
California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued a statement today following Governor Gavin Newsom's signing of Assembly Bill (AB) 1893 into law. The legislation, authored by Assemblymember Buffy Wicks (D-Oakland) and sponsored by Attorney General Bonta, aims to facilitate housing production in cities and counties that fail to adopt a compliant housing element on time.
Attorney General warns Minnesotans about rising mortgage assistance scams
September 19, 2024 (SAINT PAUL) — Attorney General Keith Ellison has issued a warning to Minnesotans regarding the rise in mortgage assistance scams, following an increase in reports to his Office’s Consumer Action Division. This alert is part of the Attorney General’s monthly Scam Stopper series aimed at protecting Minnesota consumers from common scams.
Alaska man arrested for threatening Supreme Court justices
An Alaska man was arrested yesterday in Anchorage for allegedly threatening to injure and kill six U.S. Supreme Court Justices and some of their family members.
Three Reed Smith leaders shortlisted for 2024 Texas Legal Awards
Reed Smith announced that three of its Texas-based leaders were named finalists for 2024 Texas Legal Awards.
Justice Department opens civil rights investigation into Rankin County Sheriff's Department
Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke announced the initiation of a civil investigation into the Rankin County Sheriff’s Department and Rankin County, Mississippi. The probe aims to determine whether these entities engage in practices that violate constitutional or federal laws.
Sotheby’s Institute of Art Features Shook Co-Chair of Art Law
Sotheby’s Institute of Art features Shook Co-Chair of the Art Law Practice Channah Norman, in “A Look Into Art Law With Senior Counsel Channah Norman.”
Texas couple indicted on multimillion-dollar tax refund fraud charges
A federal grand jury in Tyler, Texas, returned an indictment yesterday charging a Texas husband and wife with crimes related to their conspiracy to defraud the United States by seeking fraudulent tax refunds.
Polsinelli Represents DERM-JES Holdings’ Acquisition of DermTech
Am Law 100 firm Polsinelli recently advised DERM-JES Holdings in its acquisition of substantially all of the assets of DermTech, Inc.