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New York leaders brace for policy shifts under Trump's upcoming administration
Attorney General Letitia James and Governor Kathy Hochul have reaffirmed their commitment to protecting the fundamental freedoms of New Yorkers as President-Elect Donald Trump prepares for his second term.
Coalition files brief defending law prohibiting felons from firearm possession
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has led a coalition of 22 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief to defend the federal law that prohibits felons from possessing firearms.
Partner Katherine Lemire and Laura Ferguson Detail Recent Updates to the New York Cybersecurity Regulations in the NYLJ
Quinn Emanuel partner Katherine Lemire and associate Laura Ferguson, in the New York Law Journal , detail recent updates to the New York cybersecurity regulations.
Attorney General Bonta issues guidance on protecting reproductive healthcare providers
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued a law enforcement bulletin emphasizing the state's legal protections for individuals seeking reproductive healthcare.
Wisconsin joins $1.37 billion settlement with Kroger over opioid crisis
Attorney General Josh Kaul, in collaboration with a bipartisan coalition of thirty state attorneys general, has announced a settlement agreement with Kroger valued at $1.37 billion.
Michigan Supreme Court hosts annual Adoption Day event
Chief Justice Elizabeth T. Clement and Justice Megan K. Cavanagh of the Michigan Supreme Court will host the 22nd annual Adoption Day event on November 18, 2024, at the Michigan Hall of Justice in Lansing.
Providence man sentenced for felony assault after shooting incident
A Providence man has been sentenced to 13 years in state prison for felony assault and firearms charges, according to an announcement by Attorney General Peter F. Neronha.
Attorney General Raoul hosts webinars for veterans ahead of Veterans Day
As Veterans Day nears, Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul is urging service members, veterans, and their families to engage in two complimentary webinars.
Former county treasurer sentenced for embezzling over $21k
A former Love County treasurer has been sentenced for embezzlement after pleading guilty to seven counts.
Native American tribe supports Tori Smith’s path to becoming county judge
Hamilton County General Sessions Court Judge Tori Smith's journey to the judiciary began with an unexpected source of inspiration—a popular children's television show.
New York resident charged with attempting material support for ISIS
A New York man has been charged with attempting to provide material support to the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS).
Attorney General Murrill seeks public help after arrest in juvenile case
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill's Cyber Crime Unit has arrested a 41-year-old man from Iota, Charles Wayne Timmons, on charges related to indecent behavior with a juvenile.
Pennington County Treatment Courts announce November graduations
The Pennington County treatment court teams are set to host two graduation ceremonies in November, celebrating the achievements of participants who have completed their respective programs.
California DOJ releases findings on officer-involved shooting case
The California Department of Justice has released a report concerning the officer-involved shooting of Curtis Barnett, which occurred on July 13, 2022, in Salinas, California.
Attorney General Labrador Joins Coalition Asking Supreme Court to Expedite Virginia Voter Registration Case
Attorney General Raúl Labrador joined attorneys general from 26 states in filing an amicus brief urging the U.S. Supreme Court to allow Virginia to remove non-citizens from its voter roll.
Palmer Judge Sentences Saccheus to 50 Years for 2019 Murder of Girlfriend
Palmer Superior Court Judge Kristin Stohler sentenced 40-year-old Martin Saccheus to 65 years with 15 years suspended for the 2019 murder of his girlfriend Mingnuna Miller. Saccheus faces 10 years of probation supervision upon release.
Attorney General Mayes Announces Indictment in Drug Case, Seizure of 150,000 Fentanyl Pills
Attorney General Kris Mayes announced that a State Grand Jury has indicted Jesus Januario Sandoval Leyva on multiple charges stemming from a fentanyl seizure.
Griffin: ‘Public officials are obligated to act in the public’s interest’
Attorney General Tim Griffin issued the following statement announcing the conviction of Josh Jackson, 41, a former Horseshoe Bend municipal employee, on three felony counts.
Mass. Supreme Court blocks class action lawyers' wiretap claims against hospital
BOSTON (Legal Newsline) - A pair of Massachusetts hospitals didn’t violate a wiretapping law by monitoring the browsing habits of website users although they may be liable under other statutes, the state’s highest court ruled.
Reed Smith honored for pro bono and ESG work at NLJ Legal Awards
The National Law Journal shortlisted Reed Smith as a Community Impact Leader at its 2024 NLJ Legal Awards on Oct. 24 in Washington, D.C.