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Nine charged in $850K retail theft scheme at T.J. Maxx-related stores
Attorney General Michelle Henry, in collaboration with the Pennsylvania State Police, has announced charges against three alleged leaders of a retail theft ring.
Former U.S. soldier sentenced for murder committed over two decades ago
A former U.S. soldier has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for the murder of a fellow soldier on a military base in Germany over two decades ago.
Springfield man charged for alleged possession of child sexual abuse material
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has charged Anthony J. Marconi, a Springfield resident, with eight counts of possessing child pornography.
Attorney General James outlines voter rights ahead of November election
New York Attorney General Letitia James has issued guidance to remind voters of their rights and provide key election information as early voting for the November 2024 general election begins on October 26. The guidance includes important deadlines, voters' rights at polling places, and tips to protect against AI-generated misinformation.
North Dakota Supreme Court affirms multiple juvenile terminations and addresses diverse legal issues
The North Dakota Supreme Court issued several opinions on October 24, 2024, concerning a range of legal issues from termination of parental rights to civil contract disputes.
Attorney General Drummond challenges EPA's electric-truck mandate
Attorney General Gentner Drummond has taken legal action to challenge a new electric-vehicle mandate set by the Biden-Harris Administration. The mandate, which was introduced by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in April, enforces stricter tailpipe emissions standards for heavy-duty vehicles. This effectively pushes manufacturers to produce more electric trucks and fewer internal-combustion engine trucks.
Winooski man charged with luring a child after army-led investigation
The Attorney General’s Office has announced the arraignment of Stephen Lane, a 55-year-old resident of Winooski, Vermont. Lane faces one felony count of luring a child. This charge follows an investigation by the Department of the Army Criminal Intelligence Division, which was later referred to the Vermont Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (VT-ICAC). The Burlington Police Department, South Burlington Police Department, and Winooski Police Department also assisted in the investigation.
Defense contractor sentenced for fraud involving military components
Yuksel Senbol, a 36-year-old resident of Orlando, Florida, has been sentenced to 15 months in prison.
Two North Idaho men arrested for alleged child exploitation offenses
Attorney General Raúl Labrador has announced the arrest of two men in North Idaho for crimes related to child exploitation.
Former Georgia deputies plead guilty to violating detainee's civil rights
Two former deputies from the Richmond County Sheriff's Office in Georgia have admitted guilt to federal civil rights violations related to an assault on a jail detainee. Daniel D’Aversa, 52, and Melissa Morello, 28, both entered guilty pleas to charges of deprivation of civil rights under color of law.
Arkansas AG reorganizes divisions; promotes key personnel
Attorney General Tim Griffin has announced an organizational change and two promotions within his office. The Consumer Utility Rate Advocacy Division (CURAD) will now be under the leadership of Deputy Attorney General Doralee Chandler, who also leads the State Agencies Division. Griffin stated, "Given CURAD’s consistent interaction with state regulatory bodies, this move makes sense and will make our team more efficient and more effective in advocating for Arkansas’s ratepayers."
Attorney General Steve Marshall Statement on the Execution of Derrick Dearman For Murdering Family of Five
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall issued the following statement after the execution of Derrick Dearman at the William C. Holman Correctional Facility in Atmore, Alabama.
Greenberg Traurig’s Sylvia Simson Elected as American Bar Foundation Fellow
Sylvia E. Simson, a Litigation shareholder in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP’s New York office, has been elected as an American Bar Foundation (ABF) fellow.
Mayer Brown Advises General Motors on Joint Venture With Lithium Americas
Mayer Brown acted as legal counsel to General Motors Holdings LLC (GM) in connection with its joint venture with Lithium Americas Corp. to establish a joint venture for the purpose of funding, developing, constructing, and operating Thacker Pass in Humboldt County, Nevada.
Joshua Husbands Named New Leader of Holland & Knight in Portland
Holland & Knight has named Joshua Husbands executive partner of the firm's Portland office.
Attorney General Bird Warns Iowans of Government Imposter Scams After Scammer Spoofs Office Phone Number
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird warns Iowans to be on high alert for government imposter scams.
Schall Law Firm announces reminder of class action lawsuit against Starbucks
The Schall Law Firm has issued a reminder regarding a class action lawsuit against Starbucks, alleging violations of Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The firm asserts that Starbucks misled investors, potentially breaching Rule 10b-5 under U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regulations.
Secrecy shrouds asbestos money in South Carolina, but insurer makes play for records
COLUMBIA, S.C. (Legal Newsline) - A South Carolina personal-injury lawyer with a court-ordered commission to keep a third of whatever he recovers has placed tens of millions of dollars in Delaware partnerships that he controls, out of sight of the public and even the judge who allowed them to be established.
AG Nessel Issues Election Day Guidance Letter to Law Enforcement Agencies
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel recently issued a letter to law enforcement across the State, providing detailed election law guidance for Election Day and early voting periods.
AG Fitch Issues Warning to Company Transmitting Robocalls
Attorney General Lynn Fitch sent a letter to iDentidad Advertising Development LLC, also known as iDentidad Telecom,warning the company that it is transmitting suspected illegal robocall trafficand should stop immediately or face legal consequences.