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Caldwell attorney sentenced to 10 years for child exploitation crimes
Richard Hammond, a Caldwell attorney, received a ten-year prison sentence for child sexual exploitation crimes.
Attorney General warns against industrial hemp-edibles mimicking popular snacks
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued a consumer alert warning residents about industrial hemp-infused edibles that often resemble popular food products and brands.
Michigan Public Service Commission cuts DTE Gas rate hike proposal
At a recent meeting, the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) issued a final order regarding DTE Gas's rate case.
Long Island contractor fined over illegal construction near protected wetlands
New York Attorney General Letitia James and New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar have announced a settlement with contractor Anthony Labriola and his two companies, ALAC Realty, LLC and ALAC...
United Airlines ends discriminatory hiring after legal challenge
America First Legal (AFL) has announced that United Airlines will cease its discriminatory hiring practices following a federal civil rights complaint.
Attorney general warns veterans about potential scams ahead of Veterans Day
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has issued a consumer alert ahead of Veterans Day, cautioning veterans and their families about scams targeting those seeking assistance with accessing benefits.
Pharmacist brothers convicted in $15M healthcare fraud scheme
A federal jury has found two brothers guilty of orchestrating a health care fraud scheme involving Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurers.
Court enjoins Miami tax preparers; orders disgorgement payments
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida has issued a permanent injunction against Miami tax return preparers Niclas Pierre and Elius Bessard, along with their respective businesses, Niclas Tax and Express Inc. and Bessard...
Expungement clinic scheduled in St. Albans offers legal aid
Attorney General Charity Clark and Franklin County State’s Attorney Bram Kranichfeld are set to hold a free expungement clinic on December 12, 2024.
Illinois AG announces $11.25M settlement with DoorDash over driver tipping practices
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has announced a settlement agreement with DoorDash valued at $11.25 million.
California energy firm settles allegations of misleading practices in Pennsylvania
Attorney General Michelle Henry has reached a settlement with Inspire Clean Energy, a California-based energy provider.
Tennessee AG promotes VSAFE initiative for veteran scam protection
As Veterans Day nears, the Tennessee Attorney General's Office is highlighting resources available to veterans through VSAFE.gov and a dedicated helpline, 1-833-38V-SAFE (1-833-388-7233).
Raoul urges continued public access to serious CPD disciplinary hearings
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has filed an amicus brief advocating for the continuation of public access to hearings concerning serious disciplinary matters involving officers from the Chicago Police Department (CPD).
Oklahoma affirms regulation of slap fighting by athletic commission
Attorney General Gentner Drummond has confirmed that the Oklahoma State Athletic Commission has the authority to regulate slap fighting.
Grand jury indicts four men for Oklahoma marijuana operation robberies
On November 8, 2024, the Multi-County Grand Jury in Oklahoma City indicted four men for their involvement in robberies at two marijuana grow operations in Oklahoma.
Telefónica settles bribery probe for $85M amid currency auction scandal
Telefónica Venezolana C.A., a subsidiary of Telefónica S.A. based in Venezuela, has agreed to pay over $85.2 million to settle a U.S. Department of Justice investigation into foreign bribery allegations.
Court blocks Biden-Harris immigration policy granting parole in place
Attorney General Alan Wilson has achieved a significant legal victory by securing a permanent block on the Biden-Harris administration's "parole in place" policy.
Urban Advantage Services dissolves over governance issues following state intervention
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has announced a settlement with Urban Advantage Services (UAS), a nonprofit corporation in Minnesota, mandating its dissolution due to governance violations.
California AG joins coalition supporting federal gun law
California Attorney General Rob Bonta, alongside a coalition of 22 attorneys general, has filed a brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.
Supreme Court of Georgia mourns loss of fiscal director Regina Jones
The Supreme Court of Georgia has expressed its condolences following the death of Regina Spiewak Jones, the Director of Fiscal Services.