Courts & Legal

Ninth Circuit: Adventist Health System v. AbbVie - False Claims Act

The Ninth Circuit reversed a district court's dismissal in a False Claims Act qui tam action. Adventist Health System alleged drug manufacturers overcharged under the Section 340B Program. The court found Adventist plausibly pleaded falsity and remanded the case, holding the False Claims Act claims were not barred by Section 340B.

State AGs Sue Over Unlawful College Data Demand

Rhode Island and 16 other state Attorneys General have filed a lawsuit challenging the Department of Education's new data collection requirements for higher education institutions. The coalition argues the demand for race and sex-disaggregated data, retroactively for seven years, is unlawful, burdensome, and jeopardizes student privacy.

Rhode Island AG Joins Multistate Antitrust Case Against Live Nation

Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha, as part of a multistate coalition, has vowed to continue the antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation and Ticketmaster. The coalition seeks to address alleged monopolization of the live entertainment industry, stating a recently announced settlement does not adequately remedy market harms.

RI AG Joins Lawsuit Against Trump Administration Tariffs

Rhode Island Attorney General Neronha, along with a coalition of 22 other attorneys general and two governors, has filed a lawsuit challenging the Trump Administration's latest round of tariffs. The suit argues these tariffs were imposed illegally without congressional approval and harm American consumers and businesses.

RI AG Joins Lawsuit Challenging Vaccine Schedule Overhaul

Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F. Neronha, along with 14 other attorneys general, has filed a lawsuit challenging the Trump Administration's overhaul of the federal childhood immunization schedule. The suit names HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and the CDC as defendants, contesting the demotion of seven key childhood vaccines.

Kyle v. ReliaStar Life Insurance Company - ERISA Complaint Filed

A civil case, Kyle v. ReliaStar Life Insurance Company, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on March 17, 2026. The complaint alleges violations related to ERISA welfare benefits. This filing initiates litigation concerning employee benefits.

MA AG Secures Court Decision Upholding Block on Federal Funding Freeze

Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell announced a victory as the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit largely upheld a lower court order blocking the Trump Administration's freeze on federal funding to states. This decision ensures continued access to essential services funded by these federal grants.

ND AG Opinion: State Auditor Can Audit P&A Records with Confidentiality

The North Dakota Attorney General issued an opinion clarifying that the State Auditor can audit P&A records, even those containing confidential information. The opinion reaffirms that state law and federal regulations authorize such reviews while requiring the Auditor's office to maintain confidentiality.

Beulah CVB Gaming Law Violations Enforcement Action

The North Dakota Attorney General has taken enforcement action against the Beulah Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) for violations of state gaming laws. The CVB faces license revocation, a significant financial penalty, and requirements to return improperly expended funds.

ND AG Opinion on Mandan City Commission Meeting Notice

The North Dakota Attorney General issued an opinion clarifying that the Mandan City Commission did not violate open meetings law on September 1, 2023. The opinion concluded that no meeting occurred as only two of the five commissioners were present, rendering the notice issue moot.