State AGs Secure $515,000 Settlement for Data Breach

Massachusetts and Connecticut Attorneys General have secured a $515,000 settlement with Comstar, LLC, an ambulance billing vendor, following a 2022 data breach. The settlement addresses violations of data security regulations and HIPAA, requiring Comstar to pay $415,000 to Massachusetts and implement enhanced security measures.

State AG Sues Nine Communities for MBTA Law Noncompliance

Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell has filed a lawsuit against nine communities for failing to comply with the MBTA Communities Law. The law requires these communities to adopt zoning districts permitting multi-family housing as of right to address the state's housing shortage. The lawsuit seeks to compel compliance after the deadline of July 14, 2025, passed without action from these towns.

AG Sues Bitcoin Depot for Facilitating Crypto Scams

The Massachusetts Attorney General has filed a lawsuit against Bitcoin Depot Inc. for allegedly using deceptive sales tactics, overcharging consumers, and facilitating crypto scams that resulted in over $10 million in losses. The AG seeks to prevent large transactions without additional fraud prevention and to refund harmed customers.

State AGs Secure $17.85M Settlements with Pharma Companies, File New Complaint

Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell, joined by 48 other states and territories, secured $17.85 million in settlements with Lannett and Bausch over price manipulation schemes for generic drugs. A new lawsuit was also filed against Novartis and Sandoz for similar allegations. Massachusetts will receive $203,410 from the settlements.

State AGs Announce Predator Arrests, Convictions, Human Trafficking, Child Porn

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced arrests, prosecutions, and convictions of sexual predators and traffickers. The announcement details the conviction of Marquett James for human trafficking and racketeering, and arrests of Lucas Jose Herraiz and Michael Younce for possession of child sexual abuse material.

Florida AG Announces Sentences in Drug Trafficking Case

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced 27-year and 11-year sentences for Delmetrice Rogers and Lasonya Savage, respectively, following their conviction on felony cocaine trafficking charges. The sentences stem from a 2021 investigation involving surveillance, wiretaps, and search warrants.

Florida AG Launches CHINA Unit to Combat Foreign Adversaries

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has launched the Consumer Harm from International Nefarious Actors (CHINA) Prevention Unit. This new unit will focus on threats from foreign adversaries, particularly the Chinese Communist Party, to Florida consumers' data privacy and economic security. The unit has already begun auditing medical device manufacturers for ties to the CCP.

State AG Announces 15-Year Sentence for Stealing Disaster Aid

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced a 15-year prison sentence for Ivan Miranda, who was convicted of stealing and reselling trailers intended for Hurricane Ian victims. The sentence was secured by the Office of Statewide Prosecution.

Florida AG Announces Largest Seizure of Illegal Vapes

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the seizure of over 2,100 illegal vaping products and nitrous oxide canisters. The coordinated actions targeted vape shops violating Florida law and posing risks to children and consumers. One arrest was made for the illegal sale of nitrous oxide.

Texas AG Demands Documents from Austin ISD Over Student Protest

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has demanded documents from Austin Independent School District (AISD) as part of an investigation into whether district officials knowingly allowed students to participate in protests against immigration enforcement. The AG's office will investigate the use of public funds and potential violations of law.