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Price gouging hotline activated in Florida ahead of Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine
Attorney General Ashley Moody has activated Florida’s Price Gouging Hotline following a state of emergency declaration for areas preparing for Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine. This activation brings state price gouging laws into effect for the counties covered by the state of emergency, including Alachua, Bay, Bradford, Calhoun, Charlotte, Citrus, Collier, Columbia, Dixie, Escambia, Franklin, Gadsden, Gilchrist, Gulf, Hamilton, Hernando, Hillsborough, Holmes, Jackson, Jefferson, Lafayette, Lee, Leon, Levy, Liberty, Madison, Manatee, Marion, Monroe, Okaloosa Pasco Pinellas...
Sixth Circuit Court upholds Tennessee's Adult Entertainment Act
Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti has commented on the recent decision by the United States Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals. The court unanimously decided against a full circuit review of the Friends of George's, Inc. v. Steven Mulroy case.
Former Columbus Zoo purchasing agent sentenced for role in fraud scheme
A former purchasing agent for the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium has been sentenced to 60 days in jail for his involvement in a scheme that defrauded the zoo of at least $2.3 million, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced.
Report examines body-worn camera usage among Maine law enforcement
Attorney General Aaron M. Frey and the Catherine Cutler Institute at the University of Southern Maine have released a report on the use of body-worn cameras (BWCs) by law enforcement in Maine.
Justice Department updates guidelines on corporate compliance programs
Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Nicole M. Argentieri addressed the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics (SCCE) at their 23rd Annual Compliance & Ethics Institute, highlighting the Department of Justice's efforts to hold companies accountable for corporate crime.
Utah Judicial Council seeks public input on court commissioner retention
The Utah Judicial Council has announced a public comment period for three court commissioners who are up for retention. This process is in accordance with Utah Code of Judicial Administration Rule 3-201. The commissioners will be considered for a four-year term. The public is invited to provide comments, though they are not required to include their names or contact information. The deadline for submitting comments is October 4, 2024.
Jefferson County man convicted on child pornography charge
Attorney General Steve Marshall has announced the conviction of Dustin Van Faulkner, a 36-year-old resident of Gardendale, Jefferson County, on charges related to child pornography. Faulkner pleaded guilty in Jefferson County Court to one count of dissemination of obscene matter depicting a person under the age of 17.
Office of Special Prosecutions Reviews Eight Officer-Involved Shooting Cases for 2024, Five New Cases Pending
The Office of Special Prosecutions, OSP, has concluded eight reviews of officer-involved shootings for 2024 cases with five new cases that are under review.
Attorney General Brown’s Statement on New Appointment to the Maryland Commission on Hate Crime Response and Prevention
Attorney General Anthony Brown tday issued the following statement on appointing Adileh Sharieff to the Maryland Commission on Hate Crime Response and Prevention.
Attorney General Bird Opposes Two Settlements for Taking Advantage of the Americans They were Supposed to Help
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird filed two briefs opposing settlement agreements that abuse the system and take advantage of the harmed Americans that the lawsuits were supposed to support.
AG Nessel Applauds EGLE’s Launch of Environmental Justice Screening Tool MiEJScreen
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is encouraging residents to utilize MiEJScreen, an environmental justice resource recently launched by the Office of the Environmental Justice Public Advocate (OEJPA) in the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE).
Dispute Resolution in the Renewable Energy Sector on September 24, 2024
Wendy Venoit will speak on the “Dispute Resolution in the Renewable Energy Sector” panel at the Society of Construction Law North America, Women in Construction, and Professional Women in Construction Tri-State Regional Event.
Florida AG demands FBI, DOJ clarify stance on Trump case
Attorney General Ashley Moody has called on the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to clarify their stance regarding Florida's investigation into a second assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.
Locke Lord’s Brianna Dally and Noah Mason Selected to National Bar Association’s Associate Advancement Academy for Excellence
Locke Lord Hartford Associate Brianna Dally and Atlanta Associate Noah Mason have been selected as 2024-2025 Fellows of the National Bar Association’s (NBA) Associate Advancement Academy for Excellence.
Virtual Hospitality Roundtable on September 24, 2024
Littler presents a highly engaging, practical roundtable series geared toward the hospitality industry.
Leading Trial Lawyer Benjamin Chew Joins Sheppard Mullin
Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP is pleased to announce that Benjamin G. Chew, who served as co-lead counsel for Johnny Depp in his successful defamation trial in Fairfax County, Virginia, against former wife Amber Heard, has joined the firm’s Business Trial practice group in Washington, D.C. He joins from Brown Rudnick, where he co-chaired the Brand & Reputation Management group.
Locke Lord Recognized for Pro Bono Efforts by Casa Esperanza With 2024 Community Partner Award
Locke Lord received the Community Partner Award from Casa Esperanza, highlighting the Firm’s ongoing commitment to providing essential pro bono legal support and counsel to the community.
Drummond urges EPA to keep California's electric-truck mandate from nationwide disruption
Attorney General Gentner Drummond is urging the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to maintain a federal legal block on California’s Advanced Clean Fleets regulation.
Wisconsin State Law Library to be named after first woman lawyer Lavinia Goodell
The Wisconsin Supreme Court, in collaboration with the Director of State Courts Office and the Wisconsin State Law Library, has announced a ceremony to officially name the Wisconsin State Law Library in honor of Lavinia Goodell. The event is scheduled for Monday, September 30, at noon.
Attorneys general file amicus brief supporting victims of Hamas terrorism
Attorney General Ashley Moody, along with 21 other state attorneys general, has filed an amicus brief in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia. The brief urges the court to deny requests to dismiss a lawsuit brought under the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA) by survivors and family members of those affected by Hamas’s October 7, 2023, terrorist attack.