Buffalo Police Officer Lance Woods has been indicted for second-degree murder following an alleged shooting involving his wife. The case will proceed with further court appearances scheduled for May. The New York Attorney General’s Office continues its investigation under state…
Attorney General Letitia James has released security camera footage related to the investigation into Carl Slone’s death following an incident with an off-duty sheriff’s deputy in Buffalo. The release aims…
Jennifer Smith reflects on lessons learned from Chief Judge Judith S. Kaye ten years after her passing. The article highlights personal anecdotes alongside information about the New York State Bar…
The New York Attorney General’s Office is investigating Lucien Colon’s death after an NYPD encounter in the Bronx on April 2. Preliminary reports indicate officers shot Colon during an attempted…
Attorney General Letitia James warned New Yorkers about increasing investment scams found on Meta’s social media platforms. The alert describes how scammers use deceptive ads featuring celebrities without consent along…
Attorney General Letitia James has warned New Yorkers about rising investment scams on Meta’s platforms using deceptive tactics like deepfakes. The alert details how these schemes operate and provides tips…
A federal judge has paused a new U.S. Department of Education requirement demanding extensive admissions data from public colleges after action by New York Attorney General Letitia James. The court’s…
The New York Attorney General’s Office has released initial findings from an investigation into Mark Bemis’ death following an encounter with sheriff’s deputies last June in Chautauqua County. Officials said…
Attorney General Letitia James leads a multistate lawsuit challenging an executive order restricting mail-in voting. The coalition claims it threatens state authority over elections ahead of upcoming votes. They seek…
The New York Attorney General’s Office is investigating Victor Craighead’s death after an encounter with state police in Lewis County. The review follows state law requiring independent assessment when officers…
Attorney General Letitia James announced that the Department of Energy has withdrawn limits on state energy program reimbursements after losing in court. The resolution secures continued full federal support for…
New York Attorney General Letitia James’ Office released findings on James Cushman’s death after an encounter with Orchard Park Police Department officers in August 2024. The investigation determined criminal charges…
New York Attorney General Letitia James has announced an indictment against Michael Naughton for allegedly operating as an unlicensed funeral director at Camelot Funeral Home while defrauding mourning families out…
Former NYPD officer Kevin Richmond has been indicted for vehicular manslaughter following an alleged drunk driving incident that resulted in one fatality. The case highlights procedures followed when law enforcement…
Attorney General Letitia James has warned New Yorkers about new types of tax-related scams this season. Her office outlined how artificial intelligence is being used in increasingly sophisticated frauds targeting…
New York Attorney General Letitia James released a statement after an autopsy ruled Nurul Amin Shah Alam’s death a homicide. The Attorney General’s office continues its review into his treatment…
Attorney General Letitia James has alerted New Yorkers about new types of tax scams driven by artificial intelligence as Tax Day nears. The warning includes details on how scammers use…
The New York State Unified Court System is holding a career fair on April 16 in Manhattan. Attendees can learn about legal careers within state courts from judges and administrators.
Leaders from major plaintiff law firms say artificial intelligence is widening performance gaps in legal practice. Attorneys highlight how integrating AI boosts efficiency while skeptics become advocates after firsthand experience.
A recent New York State Bar Association seminar offered practical strategies for lawyers dealing with difficult clients or colleagues while prioritizing mental health. Doug Brown presented methods such as empathy,…
Tara Anne Pleat has started her term as chair of the Trusts and Estates Law Section after leading other groups within bar associations. She plans improvements for member onboarding while…
Leaders from the New York State Bar Association held meetings with congressional representatives in late March to address a proposed Department of Justice rule affecting attorney oversight among other federal…
New York Attorney General Letitia James’ Office has released findings from its investigation into Damon Louther’s death following an encounter with NYPD officers in Brooklyn last year. The report concludes…
Attorney General Letitia James has joined a bipartisan group calling for Congress to regulate xylazine due to increasing overdose risks when mixed with opioids like fentanyl. The coalition seeks new…
Attorney General Letitia James has settled with correctional health provider NaphCare after three deaths at an Onondaga County jail were linked to inadequate medical care. The company is barred from…
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