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Colorado celebrates formation of its first new judicial district in over six decades
The Colorado Judicial Department marked a significant milestone with the inauguration of the 23rd Judicial District at a ceremony held in Castle Rock.
Essex Junction Resident Arrested on Multiple Child Sexual Abuse Charges
The Attorney General’s Office announced that Edward Andersen, 49, of Essex Junction, Vermont, was arraigned on one felony count of Aggravated Sexual Assault of a Child, one felony count of Use of a Child in a Sexual Performance, and two felony counts of Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Materials.
Benesch Welcomes Partner Megan Ratia to the Firm’s Corporate & Securities Practice Group
Benesch, one of the fastest-growing firms on the AmLaw 200 list, is pleased to announce the addition of Megan Ratia as a partner in its Corporate & Securities Practice Group.
Attorney General Bird Warns Iowans of Scam “Corporate Transparency Act” Links Meant to Trick Business Owners
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird warned Iowans about reports of fake links meant to scam Iowa business owners who are searching for Corporate Transparency Act registration information.
Attorney General Coleman Delivers Remarks at Press Conference Announcing $110 Million Settlement with Kroger
Attorney General Russell Coleman delivered the following remarks at Life Learning Center in Covington, Ky. announcing a $110 million settlement with the Kroger Company for its role in worsening the opioid and drug crisis.
Troutman Pepper Locke Represents Regional Health Properties in Agreement to Merge With SunLink
Troutman Pepper Locke client Regional Health Properties, Inc. (Regional) (NYSE American: RHE), a self-managed health care real estate investment company, recently announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to merge with SunLink Health Systems, Inc. (SunLink) (NYSE American: SSY), the parent company of Carmichael’s Cashway Pharmacy.
Greenberg Traurig Represents Wind Point Partners in Acquisition of ExperiGreen
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP represented Wind Point Partners, a Chicago-based private equity firm, in connection with its acquisition of ExperiGreen Lawn Care.
Bite-Sized Legal: Recent Wins and Trends in Heavy Metals Litigation on January 16, 2025
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Carr Achieves Unprecedented Success in Fight Against Human Trafficking and Gang Activity
Attorney General Chris Carr provided an update from his Prosecution Division, which has achieved unprecedented success in the fight against human trafficking and gang activity.
Attorney General Marshall Joins Republican Attorneys General in Standing with President Trump’s Immigration Policies
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced his support for President Donald J. Trump’s commitment to restoring the rule of law in immigration policy.
Protections for minority teachers affirmed, as Minn. court says taxpayers can't challenge
ST. PAUL, Minn. (Legal Newsline) - A taxpayer can't challenge a Minnesota school district's preference for helping minority teachers keep their jobs, the state Supreme Court has ruled.
Macomb County Woman Sentenced on 18 Felony Counts for Stealing from Vulnerable Adults
Neil Kalina, 69, formerly of Shelby Township, was resentenced to 7-15 years’ incarceration for sexually assaulting a 14-year-old child in 1984. His sentence includes an order for lifetime registration with the Sex Offender Registry.
Colorado joins Justice Department in suing six large landlords for algorithmic pricing scheme that harms millions of renters
Attorney General Phil Weiser, the Justice Department and a bipartisan coalition of states today filed an amended complaint in its antitrust lawsuit against RealPage (PDF), to sue six of the nation’s largest landlords for participating in algorithmic pricing schemes that harmed renters.
State of Alaska Sues the Feds for Violating Congressional Directive to Develop Resources of 1002 Area
The State is suing the federal government for actions in 2024 that violate the statutory mandate of Congress to open oil and gas leasing and development in a section of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge known as the Coastal Plain.
Buckeye Institute suggests eight reforms for Ohio's higher education system
In a recent report titled "Transforming Higher Education in Ohio: Reforms Needed Today to Prepare for Tomorrow," The Buckeye Institute has proposed eight policy reforms aimed at improving Ohio's higher education system.
Attorney General Mayes Announces New Cold Case Homicide Unit to Bring Hope and Justice for Victims’ Families
Attorney General Kris Mayes announced the creation of a Cold Case Homicide unit within the Attorney General Office.
AG Campbell Issues Statement On Victory In Attorney General v. Town Of Milton
Supreme Judicial Court ruled in Attorney General v. Town of Milton, resolving Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell’s lawsuit against Milton for failure to comply with the MBTA Communities Law by declaring that Milton now must do so.
Armed robbers who murdered Chris Beaty during downtown Indy riots to remain in prison thanks to Attorney General Todd Rokita and appeals team
Three people who were involved in the murder of Chris Beaty must continue serving 108- and 164-year sentences after Attorney General Todd Rokita’s legal team prevailed at the Indiana Court of Appeals.
Steptoe & Johnson Continues Growth in Oklahoma City with Addition of Laura McConnell-Corbyn and Peter Shadid
Laura H. McConnell-Corbyn, a prominent Oklahoma trial lawyer, and her team have joined the Oklahoma City office of Steptoe & Johnson PLLC.
Armstrong Teasdale Earns Equality 100 Award in 2025 Corporate Equality Index
Armstrong Teasdale is proud to announce that it met all of the criteria to earn a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2025 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), the nation’s foremost benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality.