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Washington State DFI Final Order against Isaac Mayanja & Associates

The Washington State Department of Financial Institutions entered a Final Order against Isaac Mayanja & Associates and Isaac Nsejjere Mayanja, revoking their registration and imposing a $62,000 fine. The order stems from false filings, failure to disclose, and impeding an examination.

Washington State DFI v. Anguluri, Innovative Investing Group - Statement of Charges

The Washington State Department of Financial Institutions Division of Securities issued a Statement of Charges against Prasad Anguluri and Innovative Investing Group Inc. for operating an unregistered investment adviser business and misleading investigators, seeking fines, disgorgement, and a cease and desist order.

Peterson Wealth Management LLC and Bryce Peterson - Consent Order

The Washington State Department of Financial Institutions entered a Consent Order against Peterson Wealth Management LLC and Bryce Peterson for violating the Securities Act by acting as unregistered investment advisers and exceeding de minimis clientele limits. The order includes a $15,000 fine, disgorgement, and investigative costs.

Washington State DFI v. iCap Enterprises - Securities Fraud

The Washington State Department of Financial Institutions has issued a Statement of Charges against iCap Enterprises, Inc., Chris Christensen, Jim Christensen, and 10 other related parties for alleged securities fraud. The action seeks to impose fines, costs, and cease and desist orders for operating a Ponzi scheme that defrauded over 1,800 investors out of at least $250 million.

September Jobs Data Shows Slowing Growth

The Connecticut Department of Labor reported that state employment declined by 5,700 jobs in September, indicating a slowing growth trend consistent with national patterns. This data release provides an update on the state's labor market conditions.

Connecticut Department of Labor September Labor Report

The Connecticut Department of Labor has released its September labor report. This report provides updated statistics on employment, unemployment, and other key labor market indicators for the state.

Connecticut Labor Market Data Update

The Connecticut Department of Labor has released its latest labor market data, indicating a slight increase in unemployment and mixed job growth for October and November. This report provides an update on the state's employment situation.

Connecticut Labor Dept Joins Multistate Worker Protection Alliance

The Connecticut Department of Labor has joined a multistate alliance focused on worker protection. This initiative aims to enhance collaboration and information sharing among state labor agencies to better enforce labor laws and protect workers across participating states.

State Unemployment Rate Rises, Jobs Decline

The Connecticut Department of Labor announced that the state's unemployment rate increased to 4.2% in December, with a net loss of 1,500 jobs. This report provides updated labor market statistics for the state.

Virginia Clarifies Local Government Union Rules

The Virginia Department of Labor and Industry (DOLI) has adopted a new final regulation, 16VAC15-70, clarifying union rules and employee protections for local government entities. This regulation applies existing state statutes on union elections, membership solicitation, and dues collection to local government employers and employees, effective July 30, 2025.