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Attorney General James’ Office of Special Investigation Releases Report on Death of Elijah Muhammad
New York Attorney General Letitia James’ Office of Special Investigation (OSI) released its report on the death of Elijah Muhammad, who died on July 10, 2022 while incarcerated in the George R. Vierno Center (GRVC) on Rikers Island.
Suspicious Death in Littleton, New Hampshire
Attorney General John M. Formella announces that members of the Attorney General’s Office are responding to the scene of a suspicious death of an adult male in Littleton, New Hampshire.
Prepared remarks: Silicon Flatirons Conference on Privacy at the State Level
Developing a True North for Regulating AI: The Importance of Protecting Consumers and Promoting Innovation.
Carr: Lawrenceville Man Indicted for Medicaid and Identity Fraud
Attorney General Chris Carr announced that Averil Johnson, 45, of Lawrenceville, has been indicted in DeKalb County on 10 counts of felony Medicaid Fraud and two counts of felony Identity Fraud.
Attorney General Labrador Successfully Defends Idaho Voter ID Laws in Federal Court
Attorney General Raúl Labrador successfully defended Idaho’s voter identification statutes in federal court today, overcoming a constitutional challenge from March for Our Lives Idaho and the Idaho Alliance for Retired Americans.
J&J's talc plan gains supporter, which gets him sued by Beasley Allen
NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. (Legal Newsline) – After Johnson & Johnson made an offer to increase its settlement proposal by $1 billion to plaintiffs claiming its cosmetic talcum powder gave them cancer, the offer garnered the support of one member of plaintiff counsel who had previously rejected such proposals.
Attorney general advocates for bill protecting seniors from cyber fraud
The Office of the Attorney General recently testified at a joint hearing of the Pennsylvania Senate Committees on Banking and Insurance and Aging and Youth, advocating for House Bill 2064. This bill aims to enhance protections for older Pennsylvanians who are often targets of cyber fraud by enabling banks and financial institutions to block suspicious wire transfers.
America First Legal investigates Governor Tim Walz's ties with China
America First Legal (AFL) has initiated an investigation into Minnesota Governor Tim Walz’s extensive interactions with the People’s Republic of China (PRC). The probe was prompted by Rep. James Comer, who on August 16, 2024, highlighted Gov. Walz's multiple visits to China and his operation of Educational Travel Adventures, Inc., a for-profit enterprise that organized trips to China for American children from 1991 to 2003.
Deputy Clerk of District Court position open in Bismarck/Mandan
The Clerk of Court Office in Bismarck/Mandan, ND, has announced a vacancy for the position of Deputy Clerk of District Court. The role offers an annual salary ranging from $51,900 to $76,212 and is classified as a full-time regular job.
Nebraska admits new lawyers during September swearing-in ceremony
The Nebraska State Bar Commission has received the Supreme Court’s approval of its recommendation for admission to the practice of law in the State of Nebraska for those having fulfilled all of the requirements under Rule § 3-117 for admission. A swearing-in ceremony took place on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. in the Rotunda of the Nebraska State Capitol. Click here for a list of the 169 individuals who participated in the ceremony.
Ken Paxton sues Biden administration over new foster care funding rules
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has initiated legal action against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra, and other members of the Biden-Harris Administration. The lawsuit aims to halt a new rule that ties federal funding for foster care programs to the acceptance of "sexual orientation" and "gender identity" ideologies.
Foster County Courthouse announces closures due to power outages
The Foster County Courthouse is scheduled to close on Thursday, September 26 at 1:00 p.m. and Friday, the 27th at 2:00 p.m. for the remainder of each day due to scheduled power outages. If immediate assistance is needed during those times, the public can contact the Griggs County clerk’s office at 701-797-2772.
Federal court permanently bars Illinois-based My Unity Tax from preparing federal returns
A federal court in the Northern District of Illinois has permanently barred Joliet tax return preparer Sir Michael Joseph Davenport and his company, My Unity Tax Financial & Tax Preparation LLC (My Unity Tax), from preparing federal tax returns for others. The injunction also prevents them from owning or operating any tax return preparation businesses in the future. Davenport agreed to this permanent injunction.
Michigan AG secures $500K federal grant for Operation Survivor Justice
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced that the Department of Attorney General has received a $500,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office on Violence Against Women (OVW). The funds will support Operation Survivor Justice, a collaborative effort to locate and apprehend fugitive offenders with outstanding sexual assault warrants.
Ohio prosecutor charged with bribery conspiracy involving auto repairs
An indictment was unsealed today charging two Ohio men with a bribery scheme involving a municipal prosecutor who allegedly agreed to assist a criminal defendant with his pending cases in exchange for auto repair work.
Ukrainian nationals face charges over Florida labor-staffing company operations
Two Ukrainian nationals appeared in court following their extradition from Thailand to the United States. They face charges related to labor-staffing companies they operated in Florida.
Irmo woman charged with financial crimes against nursing home resident
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that Rose Sherrie Davis, 64, of Irmo, SC, has been charged with multiple offenses related to the exploitation of a vulnerable adult. The charges include one count of Exploitation of a Vulnerable Adult, one count of Financial Identity Fraud, two counts of Financial Transaction Card Fraud (value more than $500 in a six-month period), and one count of Breach of Trust with Fraudulent Intent (value $10,000 or more). Davis was taken into custody at the Charleston County Detention Center on September 20, 2024.
Adam G. Brief named acting trustee for Northern Illinois and Wisconsin
Adam G. Brief has been appointed as the Acting U.S. Trustee for Northern Illinois and Wisconsin, effective September 28. This appointment was announced by Attorney General Merrick B. Garland and the Executive Office for U.S. Trustees today.
Justice reform discussed at World Affairs Council event
Rachel Rossi, Director of the Office for Access to Justice, delivered opening remarks at the World Affairs Council’s event titled “From Local to Global: Justice Reform & Community Engagement in the United States and Ukraine” on September 24, 2024. The event brought together representatives from Ukraine and Seattle to discuss community prosecution efforts and equal access to justice.
Yost supports Kroger in constitutional challenge against FTC tribunal
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost is supporting Kroger in a legal challenge against the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) administrative proceedings concerning the Kroger-Albertsons merger. Yost, along with 11 other state attorneys general, filed an amicus brief in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio.