Courts & Legal

Vermont AG Releases Top 10 Consumer Complaints of 2025

The Vermont Attorney General's Office released its top ten consumer complaints for 2025, highlighting over $1.4 million saved for consumers. The report details common issues in vehicle disputes, home improvement, and retail transactions, and promotes the office's free Consumer Assistance Program services.

Vermont AG Sues Trump Administration Over College Data Demand

Vermont's Attorney General, along with 16 other state AGs, is suing the Trump Administration over new data reporting requirements for colleges and universities. The lawsuit challenges the Department of Education's use of the IPEDS system to track compliance with the Supreme Court's affirmative action ruling, arguing it jeopardizes student privacy and could lead to baseless investigations.

Vermont AG Settles with United Counseling Services for $480,000

The Vermont Attorney General's Office has settled with United Counseling Services (UCS) for $483,464 over allegations of service failures that posed public safety risks. The settlement requires UCS to implement significant organizational reforms and external oversight.

Vermont AG Sues Trump Administration Over Fair Housing Laws

Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark joined 16 other attorneys general in filing a lawsuit challenging the Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) actions. The lawsuit alleges HUD unlawfully threatened to withhold funding from state and local fair housing enforcement agencies that comply with state laws, potentially increasing housing discrimination.

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.