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Troutman Pepper Forms Incidents + Investigations Team

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

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ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. and RICHMOND, Va., Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Troutman Pepper has formalized an Incidents + Investigations Team that caters to a growing need for comprehensive legal services around data breaches and cybersecurity incidents. Comprising attorneys from coast-to-coast, the team offers clients 24/7 support in this critical area.

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With Data Breaches on Rise, Firm Formalizes Task Force to Offer Clients Comprehensive Support
ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. and RICHMOND, Va., Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Troutman Pepper has formalized an Incidents + Investigations Team that caters to a growing need for comprehensive legal services around data breaches and cybersecurity incidents.
"The team tackles the legal, security, and communication challenges that companies encounter during a data or cybersecurity incident," said Partner Sadia Mirza , co-leader of the Incidents + Investigations Team.
"Not only are data incidents on the rise, but when large and complex incidents occur, the regulatory landscape can be complicated.
Our team simplifies things," said Partner Stephen Piepgrass , co-leader of the Incidents + Investigations Team.

Troutman Pepper Releases State Attorneys General Year in Review

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Monday, January 29, 2024

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NEW YORK, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- State attorneys general are poised to influence more policy and practice in 2024, including in several key areas, according to Troutman Pepper's State AG Year in Review released today. The report points to the growing regulatory power of state AGs and explores seven areas of hyperfocus: (1) artificial intelligence (AI); (2) consumer financial services; (3) privacy; (4) pharmaceuticals/health sciences; (5) marketing and advertising; (6) environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG); and (7) solar energy.

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Report Points to Power of the AG Office, Regulatory and Enforcement Priorities
NEW YORK, Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- State attorneys general are poised to influence more policy and practice in 2024, including in several key areas, according to Troutman Pepper's State AG Year in Review released today.
"As we speculate on what the year ahead holds, we know state AGs will continue to shape the regulatory landscape, influencing policy and practice," said Clay Friedman, co-leader of Troutman Pepper's State Attorneys General practice.
Troutman Pepper's State Attorneys General practice has become a go-to for clients seeking assistance with state AG enforcement, litigation, and compliance matters, and is one of only five ranked nationwide by Chambers USA in the category.
The firm is active with the National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG), Attorney General Alliance (AGA), the Republican Attorneys General Association (RAGA), and the Democratic Attorneys General Association (DAGA).

Jennifer Patterson joins Haug Partners LLP’s Antitrust group

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024

Haug Partners LLP is excited to welcome Jennifer Patterson as a partner in its New York office.

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Haug Partners LLP is excited to welcome Jennifer Patterson as a partner in its New York office.
Ed Haug, Chairman of the Firm, had this to say about Jennifer’s addition: “As we start 2024, we are very excited to welcome Jennifer Patterson as partner in our antitrust practice.
We welcome Jennifer to our already robust and very successful antitrust practice.”
In joining the Firm, Ms. Patterson commented: “I was drawn to Haug Partners because of its sophisticated antitrust litigation practice and its integrated IP platform.
Haug Partners LLP is a national law firm that provides integrated, multidisciplinary legal services in the areas of Intellectual Property, FDA law, and antitrust and commercial transactions.

16 House Republicans Take a Bite out of the Hinson-Marshall EATS Act

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Friday, October 6, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C., Oct. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Late Thursday, 16 Members of the U.S. House of Representatives pushed back against the so-called Ending Agriculture Trade Suppression (EATS) Act, H.R.

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WASHINGTON, D.C., Oct. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Late Thursday, 16 Members of the U.S. House of Representatives pushed back against the so-called Ending Agriculture Trade Suppression (EATS) Act, H.R.
Leaders of the EATS Act, Rep. Ashley Hinson, R-Iowa, and Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, have positioned the bill as a regulatory solution by reverting to federal overreach.
Senators submitted a letter to Senate Agriculture Committee leadership opposing the EATS Act, and a coalition of over 170 U.S.
With the growing outrage over the EATS Act, the bill faces an uphill battle to be included in the Farm Bill.

Milbank Strengthens Litigation & Arbitration Group with Addition of Leading White Collar Partner and Former Federal Prosecutor Nola Heller

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Thursday, August 24, 2023

"Nola is widely regarded as a brilliant white collar defense lawyer, and we are thrilled to welcome her to Milbank," said Milbank Chairman Scott A. Edelman .

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"Nola is widely regarded as a brilliant white collar defense lawyer, and we are thrilled to welcome her to Milbank," said Milbank Chairman Scott A. Edelman .
Ms. Heller has nearly 20 years of experience as a former federal prosecutor and defense attorney.
Ms. Heller has particular expertise in leading communications recordkeeping matters, both as a compliance advisor and in regulatory probes.
Ms. Heller joins Milbank from another major New York law firm, where she spent six years as a partner.

The Official Committee of Talc Claimants Applauds Decision to Dismiss LTL Management Second Bankruptcy Attempt

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Friday, July 28, 2023

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NEW YORK, July 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Official Committee of Talc Claimants (the "Committee"), which has been tirelessly pursuing justice for its constituency of talc victims injury by Johnson & Johnson's ("J&J's") talc products, is pleased with the court's decision to dismiss the second bankruptcy attempt.

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NEW YORK, July 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Official Committee of Talc Claimants (the "Committee"), which has been tirelessly pursuing justice for its constituency of talc victims injury by Johnson & Johnson's ("J&J's") talc products, is pleased with the court's decision to dismiss the second bankruptcy attempt.
We believe the decision of the Honorable Chief Judge Kaplan was thoughtful, well-reasoned, and well-supported by the facts and law.
The Committee has consistently contended the tort system is the rightful place for these claims to be resolved.
Untold numbers of cancer victims have died while Johnson & Johnson attempted to manipulate the bankruptcy system to limit its liabilities," added Molton.

The Official Committee of Talc Claimants Applauds Decision to Dismiss LTL Management Second Bankruptcy Attempt

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Friday, July 28, 2023

NEW YORK, July 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Official Committee of Talc Claimants (the "Committee"), which has been tirelessly pursuing justice for its constituency of talc victims' injury by Johnson & Johnson's ("J&J's") talc products, is pleased with the court's decision to dismiss the second bankruptcy attempt.

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NEW YORK, July 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Official Committee of Talc Claimants (the "Committee"), which has been tirelessly pursuing justice for its constituency of talc victims' injury by Johnson & Johnson's ("J&J's") talc products, is pleased with the court's decision to dismiss the second bankruptcy attempt.
We believe the decision of the Honorable Chief Judge Kaplan was thoughtful, well-reasoned, and well-supported by the facts and law.
The Committee has consistently contended the tort system is the rightful place for these claims to be resolved.
Untold numbers of cancer victims have died while Johnson & Johnson attempted to manipulate the bankruptcy system to limit its liabilities," added Molton.

Gannett Files Federal Lawsuit Against Google

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

Google controls 90% of the market for “publisher ad servers,” which publishers use to offer ad space for sale.

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Google controls 90% of the market for “publisher ad servers,” which publishers use to offer ad space for sale.
For Gannett, 60% of all buyers come through Google.
In December 2020, a bipartisan group of 17 State Attorneys General filed a lawsuit against Google raising similar allegations of ad-tech monopolization.
The U.S. Department of Justice, joined by a bipartisan coalition of 17 additional States, filed its own ad-tech lawsuit against Google earlier this year.

Commission Seeks Public Comment on Collaboration with State Attorneys General

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Monday, June 19, 2023

The Federal Trade Commission is seeking public comments and suggestions on ways it can work more effectively with state attorneys general nationwide to help educate consumers about, and protect them from, potential fraud.

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The Federal Trade Commission is seeking public comments and suggestions on ways it can work more effectively with state attorneys general nationwide to help educate consumers about, and protect them from, potential fraud.
The request for public information (RFI) announced today comes at the direction of the FTC Collaboration Act of 2021, which President Biden signed into law last October.
The Collaboration Act directs the FTC to “conduct a study on facilitating and refining existing efforts with State Attorneys General to prevent, publicize, and penalize frauds and scams being perpetrated on individuals in the United States.” It further requires the Commission to consult directly with interested stakeholders, as well as provide the opportunity for public comment and advice relevant to the production of the study.
“State attorneys general have long been valued partners of the FTC as we carry out our shared mission to protect consumers and ensure fairness in the marketplace,” said Samuel Levine, Director of the FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection.

Commission Seeks Public Comment on Collaboration with State Attorneys General

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Monday, June 19, 2023

The Federal Trade Commission is seeking public comments and suggestions on ways it can work more effectively with state attorneys general nationwide to help educate consumers about, and protect them from, potential fraud.

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The Federal Trade Commission is seeking public comments and suggestions on ways it can work more effectively with state attorneys general nationwide to help educate consumers about, and protect them from, potential fraud.
The request for public information (RFI) announced today comes at the direction of the FTC Collaboration Act of 2021, which President Biden signed into law last October.
The Collaboration Act directs the FTC to “conduct a study on facilitating and refining existing efforts with State Attorneys General to prevent, publicize, and penalize frauds and scams being perpetrated on individuals in the United States.” It further requires the Commission to consult directly with interested stakeholders, as well as provide the opportunity for public comment and advice relevant to the production of the study.
“State attorneys general have long been valued partners of the FTC as we carry out our shared mission to protect consumers and ensure fairness in the marketplace,” said Samuel Levine, Director of the FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection.