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Group of AGs support Kroger in challenge of FTC tribunal
A coalition of attorneys general are supporting a challenge of the constitutionality of the Federal Trade Commission’s administrative proceedings for the Kroger-Albertsons merger.
Student who allegedly fathered child with teacher accuses her of sexual abuse
A former Loranger High School student says he was a victim of sexual abuse by a female teacher who allegedly gave birth to their child.
Murrill says groups trying to create confusion about abortion laws
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill is accusing the media, political organizations, candidates and pro-abortion organizations of creating “confusion and doubt” about the state’s anti-abortion laws.
Louisiana looks to further ensure non-citizens can't vote in state elections
Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry recently signed an executive order aimed at helping to further ensure non-citizens can’t vote in all state elections.
Murrill warns Louisiana residents about price gouging ahead of Francine
As Hurricane Francine moves inland after hitting the Louisiana coast on Wednesday, Attorney General Liz Murrill is warning residents to be on the lookout for price gouging.
State Supreme Court rules second candidate ineligible for run for seat on high court
The Louisiana Supreme Court has ruled one candidate for a seat on the court is ineligible to run while also refusing to hear the appeal of another candidate already ruled ineligible.
Louisiana AG files U.S. Supreme Court brief protecting energy industry with 23 supporting states
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill’s Office has filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn a decision that she says threatens the energy industry of states.
Louisiana AG joins coalition fighting ‘Frame or Receiver’ firearms rule
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill’s office has joined a 27-state coalition of attorneys general asking the U.S. Supreme Court to rein in the Biden-Harris administration’s “Frame or Receiver” firearms rule.
Louisiana bank files $36M lawsuit against historic resort owned by W.Va. governor
A Louisiana-based bank has filed a $36 million lawsuit against an historic West Virginia hotel and resort owned by the state’s governor who is running for U.S. Senate.
U.S. Supreme Court sides with Louisiana in Title IX ruling
The U.S. Supreme Court has refused to allow the Biden administration enforce portions of a new rule that would protect transgender students from discrimination under Title IX as legal proceedings continue.
Judge denies motion to dismiss NOPD officer's sexual harassment claim
A federal judge has ruled a New Orleans Police Department official’s sexual harassment and wrongful termination lawsuit can continue.
Appeals court dismisses woman's casino slip-and-fall case
A state appeals court has dismissed a woman’s case against Golden Nugget after she claimed she slipped and fell on a slick floor in a restaurant at the casino.
Murrill urges federal lawmakers to pass SAVE Act
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill recently joined a 22-state coalition of state AGs in a letter calling on congressional leaders to support and pass the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act.
Louisiana among five states to enact expert evidence rule reform
In the last few months, five states have adopted amendments to their expert evidence admissibility rules to conform with an recently amended federal rule.
Supreme Court says LSU must turn over bird records to PETA
The Louisiana Supreme Court has ruled in favor of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) in the group’s public records lawsuit against Louisiana State University.
Federal judge halts Biden ban on LNG exports
A federal judge in Louisiana has blocked a Biden administration move to pause the approval of applications to export liquefied natural gas.
Petrochemical business sues another for alleged predatory tactics
One petrochemical company has sued another claiming predatory tactics, unfair competition and tortious interference.AmSpec LLC filed its complaint against Camin Cargo Control Inc. in federal court.
Group of AGs ask appeals court to declare new EPA power plant rule unlawful
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is co-leading a group of 25 AGs asking a federal appeals court to declare a new U.S. Environmental Protection Agency rule on power plants illegal.
AGs urge federal court to review EPA’s new tailpipe emissions rules
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey is leading a group of 25 states calling on a federal appeals court to review the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s new rule on car tailpipes.
Morrisey, other AGs: DOJ must reconsider ‘red flag’ gun law hub
CHARLESTON — West Virginia Attorney General Patrick Morrisey and other Republican AGs say a new hub created by the U.S. Department of Justice “pushes for the more aggressive use of so-called ‘red flag’ gun laws.”