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Ohio Supreme Court resolves 13 cases on school district tax appeals
The Supreme Court of Ohio has resolved 13 cases based on its previous ruling concerning property tax challenges. The decision is rooted in a prior case involving the Marysville Exempted Village School District's ability to contest the property tax value of a residential complex.
Rhode Island officials remind voters of their rights ahead of early voting period
Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and Attorney General Peter F. Neronha have issued a reminder to Rhode Islanders about their voting rights as early voting for the November 5, 2024 general election approaches. The RI Department of State and the Rhode Island Attorney General’s Office have collaborated to produce a resource guide titled "Know Your Rights: Rhode Island Elections," which details voters' rights and offers related resources.
Associate Roc Uebelhor Officially Admitted to the Indiana Bar by the State Board of Law Examiners
Jackson Kelly is pleased to announce that Fall Associate Roc Uebelhor has been officially admitted to the Indiana Bar by the State Board of Law Examiners.
Troutman Pepper Advises Georgia Banking Company, Inc. in Merger Agreement with Primary Bancshares Corporation
Troutman Pepper client Georgia Banking Company, Inc. (GBC), the parent company of Georgia Banking Company, recently announced that it has reached a definitive agreement to merge with Primary Bancshares Corporation (PBC), the parent company of Georgia Primary Bank.
Kansas City has ability to let non-citizens vote in municipal elections
Missouri law gives any city with a population of more than 400,000 the right to regulate its own elections. Amendment 7 would change that.
Littler’s Michael Paglialonga Testifies Before New York City Council on Safe Hotels Act Flaws
Littler attorney Michael Paglialonga testified before the New York City Council’s Committee on Consumer and Worker Protection today on behalf of Littler’s Workplace Policy Institute® (WPI®), the firm’s government relations and public policy arm.
Lina Machado Bejarano Named Recipient of 2024 Rising Star Award by Georgia Hispanic Bar Association
Bradley is pleased to announce that Lina Machado Bejarano has been named the recipient of the Georgia Hispanic Bar Association’s (GHBA) 2024 Rising Star Award, presented to individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the GHBA and Georgia Latino Community.
Sheppard Mullin Advises Arcus Health Services, The Benchmark Company, Gateway Fleets, LendLease and Others in Recent Deals
Sheppard Mullin’s Corporate practice has closed several transactions recently.
Judge: No, Ricola doesn't trick people into buying its cough drops
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (Legal Newsline) - The lawsuit over Ricola cough drops has failed, as a federal judge says the plaintiff who used them for 20 years before finding a lawyer on Facebook hasn't shown she was harmed by claims they are "Made With Swiss Alpine Herbs."
TN AG Jonathan Skrmetti Files Response at U.S. Supreme Court Defending State Law Passed to Protect TN Minors from Risky Gender-Transition Procedures
Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti filed a response brief with the United States Supreme Court today defending Tennesseans’ decision to prohibit risky and irreversible gender transition procedures for kids.
The Utah Department of Commerce’s Division of Consumer Protection and the AG’s Office Applaud States Taking Legal Action against TikTok, Inc.
Over a dozen states are initiating their own lawsuits in state courts, joining Utah in its formidable legal challenges against TikTok, Inc.
Attorney General Miyares Demands Enforcement Against TikTok for Failing to Preserve Evidence in Ongoing Investigation
Attorney General Jason Miyares joined a 22-state coalition of attorneys general in urging a Tennessee court to enforce its orders requiring TikTok to comply with an ongoing multistate consumer protection investigation and to preserve and produce relevant evidence.
Drummond again pushes back against Gov. Stitt's premature call for review of proposed lawsuit settlement
For the second time in three months, Attorney General Gentner Drummond is asking Gov. Stitt to wait until the appropriate time before convening the Contingency Review Board (CRB) to weigh in on a lawsuit settlement that would save the state many millions of dollars.
AG Rosenblum Sues TikTok for Violating Oregon Consumer Protection Laws and Addicting Oregon’s Youth
Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum announced that Oregon is joining a bipartisan coalition of 14 state attorneys general in filing separate enforcement actions against TikTok for violations of state consumer protection laws.
Attorney General James Announces $52 Million Multistate Settlement with Marriott over Data Breach
New York Attorney General Letitia James announced a $52 million multistate settlement with Marriott International, Inc. (Marriott) over a multi-year data breach of one of its guest reservation databases.
AG Yost Announces $52 Million Agreement with Marriott Over Data Breach
Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost and 49 other attorneys general have reached a $52 million settlement with Marriott International Inc. stemming from an investigation into a multiyear data breach involving an acquired guest-reservation system.
AG Campbell Announces $52 Million Settlement With Marriott For Breach Of Guest Reservation Database
Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell announced a multistate settlement with Marriott International, Inc. following an investigation into a large multi-year data breach of one of the hotel’s guest reservation databases, impacting more than 130 million guest records nationwide.
California AG files amicus brief on Kern River environmental case
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife have filed an amicus brief with the California Court of Appeal, Fifth Appellate District. The brief supports environmental plaintiffs in the case Bring Back the Kern v. City of Bakersfield. This follows a preliminary injunction granted last year that required Bakersfield to stop drying up the Kern River, as it was found to violate California Fish and Game Code section 5937.
Judge Hector Sanchez reflects on heritage and career path
Knox County Criminal Court Judge Hector Sanchez reflects on his journey from Texas to Tennessee, highlighting his Hispanic heritage, military service, and career in law. Born in Texas, he moved to Massachusetts with his mother after his parents separated. "I lived in Massachusetts for my upbringing with a single mother," said Judge Sanchez. His family later relocated to Tennessee following his stepfather's job offer.
Attorney General Kaul stresses legality issues around voter intimidation and threats
Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul has emphasized the illegality of voter intimidation and threats to election workers. "It’s essential that we protect the right to vote," stated Kaul, affirming the commitment of the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) to ensuring a safe and secure election process.