United States

Paul Schultz's Petition for Writ of Mandamus Denied

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals denied Paul Schultz's petition for a writ of mandamus. The court found that mandamus relief is not appropriate as a substitute for appeal and that Schultz did not demonstrate a clear right to the relief sought. The petition and a related stay motion were denied.

Florida AG Charges Six in $7.8M Cargo Theft Ring

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced charges against six individuals for their involvement in an organized cargo theft ring responsible for 33 incidents and approximately $7.8 million in losses across the state. The charges include Grand Theft and Conspiracy to Commit Grand Theft.

FTC Finalizes Order Against Adamas for No-Hire Agreements

The FTC has finalized a consent order against Adamas Amenity Services LLC, requiring the company to cease enforcing no-hire agreements. These agreements restricted building owners from hiring Adamas's employees without penalty, impacting wage and job growth for workers in New Jersey and New York City.

FTC Warns Apple CEO Over Alleged Bias in Apple News Content

The FTC has issued a warning letter to Apple CEO Tim Cook regarding alleged bias in Apple News content. The letter states that if Apple misrepresents its news service or violates its terms of service, it could be in violation of the FTC Act.

Quiroz v. Hernandez and City of Dayton - Fifth Circuit Court Opinion

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals denied a petition for rehearing in the case of Quiroz v. Hernandez and City of Dayton. The court withdrew its prior opinion and substituted a new one, denying the plaintiffs' request to replead their claims for a fourth time after the district court dismissed them with prejudice due to pleading deficiencies.

James Devins v. John Armstrong - Petition for Rehearing Denied

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals denied a petition for panel rehearing in the case of James Devins v. John Armstrong. The court withdrew its prior opinion and substituted a new one, affirming the dismissal of Devins's claims but reversing the dismissal with prejudice as an abuse of discretion. The case concerns the denial of a student visa for a foreign national.

State AGs Sue Trump Admin Over $600M Health Funding Cut

California Attorney General Rob Bonta, along with attorneys general from Colorado, Illinois, and Minnesota, filed a lawsuit against the Trump Administration to block the termination of over $600 million in CDC grants. The lawsuit alleges the funding cuts are politically motivated and would harm public health infrastructure.

State AGs Support KOSA, Urge Preservation of State Authority for Child Online Safety

California Attorney General Rob Bonta joined 40 other state attorneys general in supporting the Senate version of the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), S. 1748. The coalition urged Congress to pass legislation that preserves states' authority to enact stronger child online safety laws, distinguishing it from a House version that could preempt state regulations.

California AG Criticizes DOJ Antitrust Firing and Trump's Affordability Policies

California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued a statement criticizing the firing of the DOJ Antitrust Division chief and the Trump administration's policies, which he argues harm affordability for Americans. The statement highlights California's commitment to consumer protection and antitrust enforcement.

California AG settles with Disney for $2.75M over CCPA violations

California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced a $2.75 million settlement with The Walt Disney Company for alleged violations of the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). The settlement resolves claims that Disney failed to fully honor consumer requests to opt-out of the sale or sharing of their data across all devices and services.