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Hilo hosts first law & justice academy engaging high school students
HILO, Hawaiʻi – Over the recent fall break, 20 high school students from various schools on Hawaiʻi Island participated in the first Hilo Law & Justice Academy. The three-day program was held at Hale Kaulike (Hilo courthouse) and ended with a mock trial exercise.
Former Assistant U.S. Attorney and Michigan Assistant Attorney General Alison A. Furtaw Joins Dykema’s Bloomfield Hills Office
Dykema, a leading national law firm, today announced the addition of Alison Furtaw as a Senior Counsel in its Government Investigations and Corporate Compliance Practice in the firm’s Bloomfield Hills office.
Office of Special Prosecutions Completes Review of Officer-Involved Shooting in Gambell
The Office of Special Prosecutions has completed its review of an officer-involved shooting from Aug. 16, 2024, involving Alaska State Troopers Jayson Christner and Colten Buie and Court Services Officer Sawyer Munson’s use of force against Vaughn Walunga, 46, in Gambell.
Another loss, another possible penalty for prolific class action lawyer
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (Legal Newsline) - Ricola wants the class action lawyer who sued it and lost to fork over $60,000 because he allegedly continued to pursue claims over ingredients in the lozenges he knew were wrong.
Attorney General Brown Joins Multistate Coalition to Support Ending Needless Barriers to Mifepristone Access in North Carolina
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown joined a coalition of 18 attorneys general in opposing needless barriers to mifepristone access imposed by the state of North Carolina.
Attorney General's Office Sues Grafton Company, Feedback Earth, Inc., To Stop Public Nuisance Odors
The Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office (AGO) announced that it has filed a lawsuit in Suffolk Superior Court against a Grafton company, Feedback Earth, Inc., over claims that it has been emitting noxious odors for months that impact residents in several surrounding communities.
Drummond asks Supreme Court to review Title X referral overreach case
Attorney General Gentner Drummond on Tuesday asked the U.S. Supreme Court to review an appellate court’s decision upholding the Biden Administration’s suspension of a family planning grant that Oklahoma has received for more than 40 years.
Attorney General Mike Hilgers Announces Satellite Office in Ogallala, Nebraska
Attorney General Mike Hilgers is pleased to announce the upcoming addition of a satellite location of the Nebraska Attorney General’s Office in Ogallala, Nebraska.
Greenberg Traurig Launches Immigration Insights Podcast Miniseries
Kate Kalmykov, co-chair of the Global Immigration & Compliance Practice of law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP, is set to host Immigration Insights, a podcast series in which she interviews Greenberg Traurig attorneys and outside guests on various immigration topics, as a part of the firm’s Big Law Redefined podcast.
Renowned Motor Vehicle Finance Partner Ingrid McClintock Joins Holland & Knight's Financial Services Team in Charlotte
Holland & Knight is pleased to welcome Ingrid McClintock as a financial services partner in Charlotte.
2024 Construction Law Summit on October 23, 2024
We invite you to join us for a free and engaging half-day event exploring the most pressing legal challenges and trends in the construction industry.
Justice Department launches voter assistance resources for hurricane-affected states
The Justice Department's Civil Rights Division has introduced a new webpage aimed at assisting voters in states affected by hurricanes Helene and Milton. These natural disasters have caused significant disruptions, displacing thousands of residents, closing essential services, and destroying important personal items such as identification documents.
Walmart settles $7.5M lawsuit over hazardous waste disposal in California
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced a settlement with Walmart over allegations of illegal disposal of hazardous and medical waste. The retail giant is set to pay $7.5 million in penalties and costs, along with agreeing to comply with injunctive terms as part of the resolution.
Penn State settles false claims act allegations over cybersecurity non-compliance
The Pennsylvania State University has agreed to pay $1.25 million to settle allegations of violating the False Claims Act by not adhering to cybersecurity requirements in several contracts with the Department of Defense (DoD) and NASA. The settlement addresses claims that, from 2018 to 2023, Penn State did not implement necessary cybersecurity controls as required by these agencies.
Orange County transportation company owners convicted in $2.1 million Medicaid fraud case
New York Attorney General Letitia James announced that the owners of DYD Universe, Inc., a Medicaid-enrolled transportation company, have pleaded guilty to charges related to a scheme defrauding Medicaid of over $2.1 million. Damir Yuldashev, his son Daler Yuldashev, and Nigina Iskandarova admitted to submitting false claims for non-existent services and tolls from April 2018 to March 2023. The trio also paid illegal kickbacks to Medicaid recipients in exchange for their confidential information.
Liz Cheney faces bar complaint over communications with J6 witness
America First Legal (AFL) has filed a complaint with the D.C. Bar on behalf of Stefan Passantino against former Congresswoman Liz Cheney. The complaint arises from findings by House Administration Oversight Subcommittee Chairman Barry Loudermilk, which indicate that Cheney communicated via the encrypted messaging app Signal with Cassidy Hutchinson, a witness before the January 6 Committee who was represented by Passantino.
Florida woman sentenced for filing false tax returns with IRS
A Florida woman has been sentenced to prison for filing false tax returns with the IRS. Yolanda Dewar received a sentence of one year and one day in prison, along with one year of supervised release. She has also been ordered to pay $485,290.03 in restitution to the United States.
Court upholds overseas voting rights law amid legal challenge
Attorney General Josh Stein expressed satisfaction following a district court's decision not to issue a preliminary injunction that would have restricted voting rights for certain U.S. citizens living abroad.
Attorney General Nessel appoints Brad A. Brelinski as Jackson County public administrator
Today, Attorney General Dana Nessel announced the appointment of Brad A. Brelinski as the new Jackson County Public Administrator.
Attorney General warns telecom company over alleged illegal robocall traffic
Attorney General William Tong has issued a warning to iDentidad Advertising Development LLC, also known as iDentidad Telecom, regarding the transmission of suspected illegal robocall traffic. In a statement, Tong emphasized the seriousness of the situation: “iDentidad is a prolific scam enabler. They need to stop facilitating illegal robocall traffic now, or we’re coming for them with the full weight of 51 attorneys general and the federal government. Robocalls are more than just a nuisance; they facilitate fraud with the potential to inflict serious financial harm."