Courts & Legal

South Dakota AG Settles with Menards for Deceptive Rebate Advertising

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced a multistate settlement with Menards, securing $102,888.64 to resolve deceptive advertising claims regarding its 11% rebate program. Menards will change its advertising practices to accurately represent discounts and disclose program limitations.

State AG Settlements and Lawsuit Over Generic Drug Prices

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced settlements totaling $17.85 million with Lannett Company and Bausch Health over alleged price inflation of generic drugs. Additionally, the state joined a lawsuit against Novartis and Sandoz for similar price-fixing allegations.

Mayday Health Settlement Regarding Abortion Pill Advertisements

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced a settlement with Mayday Health, resolving a lawsuit over unlawful abortion pill advertisements. The company has agreed to remove all deceptive and unlawful advertisements of abortion pills within the state.

South Dakota Live Nation/Ticketmaster Antitrust Settlement

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announced a settlement with Live Nation and Ticketmaster for $677,920 in an antitrust suit. The settlement aims to improve competition and pricing for entertainment tickets in the state. This action is part of a larger multistate lawsuit.

SD AG Joins Lawsuit Against OneMain Financial for Misleading Customers

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has joined 12 other states in suing OneMain Financial, Inc. for allegedly misleading customers with hidden costs and unnecessary add-on insurance policies. The lawsuit details a 'bait and switch' scheme that traps borrowers in expensive loans.

Ohio AG: Woman and Nonprofit Indicted for $150K Theft and Fraud

The Ohio Attorney General's office announced the indictment of a woman and a nonprofit organization for allegedly committing $150,000 in theft and fraud. The charges stem from an investigation into the alleged misuse of funds.

Ohio AG Sues Animal Rescue for Misusing Donations

The Ohio Attorney General has filed a lawsuit against a sham animal rescue nonprofit for allegedly misusing charitable donations. The lawsuit seeks to recover funds and prevent future misuse of donations by the organization.

Ohio AG Charges 10 Medicaid Providers with $578,000 Fraud

The Ohio Attorney General's office has charged 10 Medicaid providers with defrauding the state's Medicaid program of approximately $578,000. These charges stem from an investigation into alleged fraudulent billing practices. The providers are facing criminal charges for their alleged involvement in the scheme.

Ohio AG Releases Guidance on Vanishing Chats

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has released new guidance, the 2026 Yellow Book, concerning the use and preservation of 'vanishing chats' or ephemeral messaging. This guidance aims to assist businesses and consumers in understanding their obligations and rights regarding digital communications that may disappear.

Six Sentenced in Human Trafficking Case

The Ohio Attorney General announced the sentencing of six individuals in a human trafficking case in Mahoning Valley. The defendants received maximum sentences and fines, highlighting the state's commitment to prosecuting such crimes.