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Kotzebue Couple Pleads Guilty to Six Felony Counts in Child Torture and Abuse Case
47-year-old Mandy Hill and 38-year-old Abraham Lambert each entered guilty pleas to six felony charges involving the torture of one child and the abuse of three other children.
New Jersey Appellate Court upholds arbitration agreement in McGinty v. Uber technologies
On September 20, the Superior Court of New Jersey, Appellate Division, reversed a lower court's decision by upholding the enforceability of Uber Technologies, Inc.'s arbitration agreement.
Holland & Knight Advises Attain Sports in Acquiring Controlling Interest in Aberdeen IronBirds
Holland & Knight represented Attain Sports in its purchase of controlling interest in IB Professional Holdings, the owner of the Aberdeen IronBirds, Class A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles, from Hall of Famer Cal Ripken Jr. and former Major League Baseball (MLB) veteran Bill Ripken.
State law keeps controversial S.C. asbestos judge on bench after judicial retirement age of 72
COLUMBIA, S.C. (Legal Newsline) – A South Carolina Bar official points to a statute in the state’s Code of Laws explaining that retired judges or justices may preside in certain courts – even after reaching the mandatory retirement age of 72 – as the reason for Judge Jean Hoefer Toal’s present, part-time service on the bench at the age of 81.
Foley Secures Precedent-Setting Victory in Constitutional Challenge to the False Claims Act’s Qui Tam Provisions
Foley & Lardner LLP is pleased to announce a landmark victory in a constitutional challenge to the qui tam provisions of the False Claims Act (FCA), resulting in the dismissal of a lawsuit against its clients, Florida Medical Associates, LLC, et al. (the defendants).
Attorney General’s Office Issues Cease-And-Desist Letter To Online Gambling Operator For Illegal Offshore Casino Operation
The Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office (AGO) announced that it has issued a cease-and-desist letter to Harp Media B.V. and Hove Media, collectively known as Bovada, for operating a sports betting and gambling website without a license in Massachusetts.
AG Nessel Seeks to Slash Consumers Energy's $303 Million Rate Hike by 70%
On Friday, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel filed testimony in Consumers Energy’s latest electric rate hike case, recommending a reduction of over 70% and millions in potential savings for ratepayers across the State.
Attorney General Raúl Torrez Files Unredacted Complaint Against Snapchat, Exposing Internal Messages that Snap Knowingly Contributed to Harm Amongst Children
Attorney General Raúl Torrez has recently filed an unredacted complaint against Snap Inc., the parent company of Snapchat.
Family of Tyre Nichols, Attorneys Ben Crump and Antonio Romanucci React to Verdict in the Federal Trial for the Death of Tyre Nichols
Nationally renowned civil rights attorneys Ben Crump and Antonio Romanucciissued a statement in response to the verdicts reached in the federal trial of the officers responsiblefor the death of Tyre Nichols.
Dykema’s Lansing Office Adds Government Policy Advisor Bel Martin
Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced the addition of Bel Martin as a Government Policy Advisor in the firm’s Lansing office.
Attorney General Brown Announces Large Seizure of Fentanyl and Indictments of Four People on Firearms and Drug Charges from Panyard Investigation
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced that four people have been charged after a long-term investigation in northern Baltimore City. Charges in the indictments include illegal possession of firearms; illegal sale of firearms; possession of large quantities of fentanyl, heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamines; and distribution of fentanyl and cocaine. The investigation was led by the Maryland Office of the Attorney General, the Baltimore Police Department (BPD), and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).
Iowa voters provided with resources for judicial retention decisions
Iowa voters have access to detailed information about judges up for retention in the upcoming general election on November 5. The Iowa Judicial Branch website provides the 2024 Iowa Voter's Judicial Directory, which includes biographies of each judge on the ballot. These biographies cover judges' backgrounds, education, careers, and professional activities. Additionally, the directory explains Iowa's judicial retention process and factors voters might consider when deciding whether to retain a justice or judge.
Marriott agrees to $52M settlement over Starwood data breach
Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum announced a settlement involving Marriott International, Inc. regarding a significant data breach affecting its Starwood system databases. The breach, which spanned four years, led to the exposure of 131.5 million guest records in the United States. The Federal Trade Commission coordinated with 50 states on this settlement, resulting in Marriott agreeing to pay $52 million and enhance its data security practices.
Marriott settles with states over major data breach affecting millions
Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin announced a settlement with Marriott International, Inc. regarding a significant data breach. Arkansas will receive $804,965 as part of the agreement involving 50 attorneys general.
Court enjoins parts of Alabama ballot harvesting law for certain voters
The court has issued a preliminary injunction affecting certain provisions of Act 2024-33, specifically regarding ballot harvesting. The order restricts the enforcement of the "payment or gift" and submission provisions under specific conditions. These provisions are not enforceable when a voter is blind, disabled, or illiterate as defined by Section 208 of the Voting Rights Act and requests assistance from a person of their choice.
Marriott settles $52 million over data breach affecting millions
New York Attorney General Letitia James has announced a $52 million settlement with Marriott International, Inc. The settlement addresses a data breach that affected 131.5 million customers across the United States, including millions in New York. The breach involved intruders accessing the system of Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide, a subsidiary of Marriott, undetected for four years.
Michigan AG supports bills enhancing consumer protection laws
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, alongside Corporate Oversight Division Chief Jason Evans, addressed the Senate Committee on Finance, Insurance, and Consumer Protection in support of new legislation aimed at strengthening consumer protection laws. The proposed Senate Bills 1021 and 1022, introduced by Senator Sam Singh, seek to amend the Michigan Consumer Protection Act (MCPA) to better protect consumers from predatory business practices.
Authorities warn against scams amid hurricanes
As another major hurricane approaches, the Justice Department, in collaboration with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), has issued a warning to consumers about potential fraud, price gouging, and collusive schemes during natural disasters.
North Carolina doctor settles kickback allegations with $625K payment
Dr. Eric Troyer, a physician from Landis, North Carolina, and his medical practice, Troyer Medical Inc. P.C., have agreed to pay $625,000 to settle allegations of involvement in laboratory kickback schemes. The settlement includes $429,254 to the United States for alleged False Claims Act violations and an additional $195,746 to the State of North Carolina.
California firm halted after listeria outbreak linked to deaths
A federal court has issued an injunction against a California company, Rizo Lopez Foods Inc., following a listeria outbreak linked to multiple hospitalizations and two deaths. The injunction prevents the company from manufacturing and distributing adulterated food products.