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Elizabeth Dominguez Yaeger joins Jones Day as partner in Real Estate Practice
Elizabeth Dominguez Yaeger has joined Jones Day as a partner in the Real Estate Practice. In addition to joining the Real Estate Practice, she will also be part of the Firm's Energy Transition & Infrastructure initiative, focusing on digital infrastructure, including telecommunications, data center development, and financing. She is based in the Washington Office.
Troutman Pepper Advises Deposits Inc. in Acquisition by Ingo Payments
Troutman Pepper client Deposits Inc., a provider of modern banking software tools and infrastructure, recently announced that it has been acquired by Ingo Payments, a trusted leader in account funding and disbursements solutions defined as Money Mobility.
McGuireWoods Again Earns Top BTI Rating as Commercial Litigation Powerhouse
McGuireWoods solidified its position among an exclusive group of law firms that corporate counsel identified as a commercial litigation powerhouse in “BTI Litigation Outlook 2025: More Complexity. More Growth. More Spending.”
J&J asks for $63M jury verdict in S.C. talc case to be set aside, or a new trial
COLUMBIA, S.C. (Legal Newsline) – Johnson & Johnson is seeking judgment notwithstanding the verdict or a new trial outright, in the case of a man who won a $63 million verdict against it for talc-related asbestos exposure claims – claims which the company says were not properly substantiated at trial and erroneously allowed to proceed.
Attorney General Marshall Files Comments to Stop California’s Electric-Truck Mandate
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall joined a comment letter asking the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to deny California’s waiver request for its “Advanced Clean Fleets” regulation.
Dickinson County Man Extradited from California to Face Criminal Sexual Conduct Charges Against Two Minors
Trentin McWilliams, 23, of Norway and most recently residing in California, was arraigned in the 95B District Court in Iron Mountain on seven felonies for allegedly sexually assaulting two minors on separate occasions.
AG Campbell Announces Creation Of First-Ever Youth Council
Building upon her commitment to protect and strengthen the health, safety, and well-being of Massachusetts’ youth population, Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell announced today the creation of her Office’s first-ever Youth Council.
Attorney General Bonta releases updated guide for charities
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has announced the release of an updated Guide for Charities. This guide aims to provide best practices for charitable organizations, fundraising professionals, and charitable fundraising platforms operating in California. The Attorney General is responsible for supervising charities and professional fundraisers who solicit on their behalf. Under Government Code section 12580 et seq., the Attorney General can investigate and take legal action against charities and fundraisers that misuse charitable assets or engage in fraudulent practices.
Federal judge upholds Washington's ban on sale of assault weapons
A federal judge has upheld Washington's new law banning the sale of assault weapons, siding with Attorney General Bob Ferguson. This marks the fourth time a court has ruled in favor of maintaining the ban amid ongoing legal challenges.
Justice Department finds civil rights violations by Lexington Police
The Justice Department has concluded that the City of Lexington, Mississippi, and its Police Department (LPD) have engaged in practices that violate civil rights. The investigation revealed a pattern of conduct that deprives residents of their constitutional and federal rights.
Illinois man charged with disseminating child sexual abuse material
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has charged a Roodhouse, Illinois man with disseminating and possessing child sexual abuse material. This case is part of Raoul’s ongoing efforts in collaboration with federal and local law enforcement agencies across Illinois to apprehend individuals who download and trade such material online.
Price gouging law activated in South Carolina due to Hurricane Helene
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced that the state's price gouging law is now in effect following Gov. Henry McMaster's declaration of a state of emergency due to Hurricane Helene.
Attorney General Steve Marshall issues statement on Alan Miller's execution
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall issued a statement following the execution of Alan Eugene Miller at the William C. Holman Correctional Facility in Atmore, Alabama. This marks the second time Alabama has used nitrogen hypoxia as an execution method since it became available in 2018.
Providence man sentenced to prison for murdering estranged wife
A Providence man has been sentenced to 45 years in state prison for the murder of his estranged wife, Maniriho Nkinamubanzi, in 2017. Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced the sentencing, which took place on September 24, 2024, at Providence County Superior Court.
Arizona allocates new batch of naloxone amid ongoing opioid crisis
Attorney General Kris Mayes announced the latest quarterly allocation of naloxone as part of Arizona's ongoing efforts to combat the opioid crisis. This initiative follows Arizona's settlement with Teva Manufacturing to address the harms caused by the opioid epidemic.
Garland praises collaboration efforts during visit to U.S. Attorney's Office
Attorney General Merrick B. Garland addressed the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Arkansas, expressing gratitude towards law enforcement partners and public servants for their ongoing efforts in protecting communities.
Court upholds capital murder-for-hire conviction in Mobile County
Attorney General Steve Marshall announced that the Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals has upheld the conviction of Henry Joiner, 62, for murder. Joiner was convicted in the Montgomery County Circuit Court on November 10, 2022.
North Carolina enforces price gouging law ahead of Hurricane Helene
Attorney General Josh Stein announced that North Carolina’s price gouging law is now in effect due to Hurricane Helene. The Department of Justice will closely review price gouging complaints, and Stein emphasized accountability for those breaking the law.
Russian nationals charged over billion-dollar money laundering operations
The Justice Department has announced coordinated actions with the Department of State, the Department of the Treasury, and other federal and international law enforcement partners to address Russian money laundering operations. These efforts include unsealing an indictment against a Russian national for his role in operating multiple money laundering services for cybercriminals and seizing websites linked to three illicit cryptocurrency exchanges.
Tennessee Supreme Court to hear legislative district map case
The Tennessee Supreme Court will hear a case on October 4, 2024, in Nashville. The hearing will start at 9:00 a.m. CDT at the Tennessee Supreme Court building and will be livestreamed on the TNCourts YouTube page.