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Troutman Pepper’s Madeline Moore Named Pro Bono Partner of the Year by A4TE
Madeline Moore, Pro Bono Director and Counsel, has been named Pro Bono Partner of the Year by the Advocates for Trans Equality (A4TE).
Wilson Elser Is Mansfield Certified Plus Again for 2023–2024
National law firm Wilson Elser announced it has again achieved Mansfield Certification Plus.
Three Dinsmore Attorneys Named to 2024 Massachusetts Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
Dinsmore is proud to announce that three attorneys from the Firm’s Boston office earned a spot on the 2024 Massachusetts Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.
Dykema Assists Universal Logistic Holdings, Inc in Acquisition of Market-Leading Rail Terminal Operator
Dykema congratulates Universal Logistic Holdings, Inc. on its acquisition of Parsec, a market-leading provider of terminal management services to the Class I, regional, and short-line railroads across North America.
Smith Gambrell Russell Advises SBB Cargo AG on Purchase of Locomotives from Stadler Rail
Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP (SGR) is pleased to announce that the Firm advised SBB Cargo AG in connection with the tender and the procurement of a total of up to 129 new mainline locomotives from Stadler Rail Valencia, part of the Stadler Rail Group.
Attorney General Griffin Co-leads Challenge to Federal Rule That Would Reduce Monitoring of Prisoners’ Calls
Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following statement after he and Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita filed a lawsuit on behalf of Arkansas, Indiana, and 12 other state attorneys general challenging the Federal Communications Commission’s (FCC) new rule that regulates phone service providers in prisons.
Office of Special Prosecutions Completes Review of Officer-Involved Shooting by APD Officer Alexander Roman
Office of Special Prosecutions completed its review of an officer-involved shooting on August 13, 2024, involving Easter Leafa, 16, and Anchorage Police Department Officer Alexander Roman.
Attorney General Marshall Leads Eleventh Circuit Brief Challenging Decision that Would Require Employers to Pay for Employees’ Sex-Change Operations
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall filed an amicus brief with the full Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals asking the court to overturn a district court’s decision that would require employers offering healthcare coverage to their employees to pay for an employee’s sex-change operation or face liability under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Attorneys general support Nessel over charges related to university protests
Attorney General Liz Murrill, along with other attorneys general, has expressed support for Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. They sent a letter urging her to remain steadfast in the face of criticism from various groups and political figures regarding her decision to charge individuals involved in anti-Israel protests at the University of Michigan last spring.
Chiropractor accused of misleading patients on insurance coverage
Attorney General Michelle Henry has initiated legal proceedings against Jason Michael Fullmer, a chiropractor based in Mechanicsburg. The lawsuit accuses Fullmer of misleading patients regarding insurance coverage for chiropractic services, resulting in out-of-pocket expenses for many.
Fire investigation underway in Schofield after fatal apartment blaze
The Wisconsin Department of Justice's Division of Criminal Investigation State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a fire that occurred in Schofield, Wisconsin. The incident took place on Monday morning, October 7, 2024.
State Board announces changes to lawyer license renewal process for 2025
The State Board of Law Examiners has announced that the online license renewal process for 2025 will continue. Lawyers eligible for renewal, including those currently holding pro hac vice status, will receive an email by mid-November detailing how to renew their licenses online.
U.S. Army Corps updates Coldwater Creek signs amid radiation concerns
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey has announced that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will update signage around Coldwater Creek, a site in Missouri affected by toxic waste disposal dating back to World War II. The Army Corps plans to install new signs in November.
New York AG moves against Monroe County nonprofit over fund misuse
New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed a petition to dissolve the Community Resource Collaborative (CRC), a nonprofit organization based in Monroe County. The CRC is accused of misusing government funds intended for local organizations that provide essential services in the Rochester area. The organization, founded by Tina Paradiso in 2021, was meant to distribute federal funds to 12 local nonprofits under the Neighborhood Collaborative Project.
Massachusetts business owner pleads guilty to payroll tax crimes
A Massachusetts business owner, Kenneth Marston of Kingston, has admitted guilt to charges of failing to collect and pay payroll taxes. The charges relate to his management of Bowmar Steel Industries Inc., a steel fabrication company, and Teleconstructors Inc., which specializes in cellular phone tower installations.
Attorney General urges governor's patience on lawsuit settlement review
Attorney General Gentner Drummond has once again urged Governor Kevin Stitt to delay convening the Contingency Review Board (CRB) regarding a proposed lawsuit settlement that could save Oklahoma millions. This marks the second instance in three months where Drummond has requested patience from the governor on this matter.
Supreme Court upholds Texas pro-life laws by declining case on abortion guidance
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has achieved a significant legal victory, safeguarding the rights of Texas hospitals and doctors to refuse performing abortions that are against state law. The Supreme Court of the United States decided not to hear arguments in a case challenging an injunction that prevents the Biden-Harris Administration from enforcing abortion guidance deemed unlawful.
Applications open for criminal appeals court vacancy after judge's passing
The Governor’s Council for Judicial Appointments has begun accepting applications to fill a vacancy on the Court of Criminal Appeals. This vacancy arose following the death of Judge James Curwood Witt, Jr., on August 17, 2024.
Arkansas hosts cybersecurity summit with CISA director Jen Easterly
Attorney General Tim Griffin hosted a Cybersecurity Summit at the Statehouse Convention Center in Little Rock, in collaboration with the FORGE Institute. The event featured Jen Easterly, Director of the federal Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). In his opening remarks, Griffin emphasized the importance of cybersecurity, referencing recent incidents such as "China hacking three American telecom companies." He stated, "I don’t think anyone can question the need for cybersecurity now."
AG Nessel Launches Investigation into Alleged Fraudulent Pet Adoption Scheme
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has launched an investigation (PDF) into an unknown individual using the alias “Abby Stratiskii” on the pet adoption website RescueMe.org. Stratiskii is accused of misleading Michigan consumers by allegedly falsifying vaccination records for an animal sold through the website.