Sentences with phrase «attorney general attention»

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The growing, multibillion - dollar fantasy sports industry dominated by DraftKings and FanDuel has drawn increased attention from state regulators over the past year, with the attorneys general of New York, Illinois and Nevada challenging their legality.

The special election to fill Attorney General Jeff Sessions's vacated senate seat first drew national attention when Moore won the Republican primary over President Trump's preferred candidate, Luther Strange.

We look forward to helping the Attorney General and his staff bring attention to this important issue,» said Facebook's director of state public policy.

In this era of marijuana legalization and opioid overdoses, it was encouraging to see the attorney general call attention to drug education for the young.

Daily fantasy sports have the attention of Attorney General Marty Jackley.

Valeant's prescription drug sales began to unravel last year as its history of large price increases drew sharp criticism and the attention of lawmakers as well as New York and Massachusetts attorneys general, which opened investigations.

The ban, imposed by U.S. District Court Judge Fred Biery, caught the attention of Gov. Rick Perry and state Attorney General Greg Abbott, who supported an emergency appeal filed by the Medina Valley Independent School District on Thursday.

«Senate Democrats are desperate to get voters to pay attention to something other than the breathtaking corruption and criminal activity that exists within their own conference, after the State Inspector General turned over the findings of his cash for casinos investigation to the U.S. Attorney's Office so Democrats could be prosecuted for wrongdoing.,» said Reif.

With all the attention being paid to the GOP battles for the gubernatorial and US Senate nominations, the fact that the party still has no state attorney general candidate has gone largely unmentioned, but that might be able to change.

Turner has argued that his big win against Democratic Assemblyman David Weprin in Weiner's old Democrat - dominated Brooklyn / Queens district, which drew national attention and made him an overnight GOP sensation, afforded him more name recognition than his two primary opponents, attorney Wendy Long and Nassau County Comptroller George Maragos, and makes him a better general election challenger to Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand.

Gov. Paterson made an attention - grabbing appearance last night at a birthday - bash fund - raiser for his political rival, state Attorney General Andrew Cuomo — the likely 2010 Democratic nominee for governor over the poll - challenged incumbent.

Titled «FR VS Danladi Umar (CR / 109/18) request for Briefing,» the query read in part: «The attention of the Honourable Attorney General of the Federation was drawn to news report that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has filed charges of corruption against the Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal, Hon. Justice Danladi Umar, before the FCT High Court.

«The attention of the Honourable Attorney General of the Federation was drawn to news report that you have filed charges of corruption against the Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal, Hon. Justice Danladi Umar, before the FCT High Court.

The New York attorney general, who has received national attention for his numerous lawsuits against the Trump administration, has also headlined events for Democrats running across the country.

State Attorney General Eric Schneiderman has gained considerable attention — and praise from liberal groups — for his investigations of the actions of major banks in the run - up to the foreclosure crisis and financial collapse of 2008.

«Because the Office of Attorney General plays a critical role in protecting our natural resources and enforcing environmental laws, we paid special attention to this race.»

As politicians and reporters alike were reeling from the news that four women had accused Democratic New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman of physical and emotional abuse, New York Times justice reporter Katie Benner drew attention to one passage that really drives home why the prominent Trump critic survived as long as he did.

Two sources say the situation has also sparked the attention of state Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman.

A $ 2 «oil and filter recycling fee» collected by Kost Tire Distributors caught the attention of the state Attorney General.

Environmentalists are bringing a giant yellow oil barrel across New York State to bring attention to Attorney General Eric Schneiderman's fight to extract internal research from Exxon Mobile about climate change.

Another area that must draw attention in 2012 involves qualifications to run for the office of attorney general.

The violence has caught the attention of state and federal officials from New York Governor Andrew Cuomo to U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions and even President Donald Trump.

Former state Attorney General Mike Cox (R) has already said no, and most of the attention seems to be devoted to former Rep. Pete Hoekstra (R), who, like Cox, lost in the gubernatorial primary last year.

It's experience that Boateng will need as he tries to guide the WHDC from a disheveled organization that has drawn the ire of many — and the attention of Attorney General Eric Schneiderman — to one seen as a major player in the future of the neighborhood.

They're using the attorney general's office as a tool to deflect attention away from Tom Suozzi's dismal record.»

«He has been exemplary, I want people to understand how important it is, if you believe in the things that I have just laid out for here in New York City, if you'd like to see our federal government respond to all of us, if you want more leaders who shared these values and then acted on then, then pay attention to the leader you have right now in the state of New York right now, your Attorney General, because he has acted on those values each and every day,» Mr. de Blasio said.

A third - party candidate for governor of New York might not expect much attention in a race dominated by Democrat Andrew Cuomo, a practiced political heir campaigning from the powerful platform of attorney general, and Republican Carl Paladino, an excitable multimillionaire whose gaffes have grabbed headlines.

The report, sponsored by the Cuomo administration and the New York State Health Foundation in 2014, was supposed to be modeled after a similar study that garnered major attention in Massachusetts in 2010, a project spearheaded by the state's crusading former Attorney General Martha Coakley.

That fall, a new website appeared, 98percentapproval.com, that said on its homepage that it was «created to bring to the public's attention the gross incompetence of New York State Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman.»

Earlier this month, Nelson got the attention of staff in the charities bureau for Attorney General Eric Schneiderman.

The attorney general has drawn national attention this year for his investigations into Wall Street bonuses handed out by companies who received taxpayer - funded bailouts.

Last December, the attorney general, Dominic Grieve, wrote to the head of Scotland Yard, Bernard Hogan - Howe, drawing his attention to the two rendition operations.

It has received regular attention in the press, has prompted a review of Mr. Stephenson's legal charges by the state attorney general's office, has caused the Colorado State Board of Education to issue a statement supporting the policy of strong local control...

After having my concerns ignored the Maryland Attorney General Office got their attention.

Is being Attorney General just a way of attracting attention as a modern Roman Tribune, a friend of the plebians, so that you can gain greater political power — in our system, run for Governor?

It seems our attorney general, Ken Cuccinelli, has turned his attention to the Great Seal of the Commonwealth — an image on the state flag that dates back to 1776.

Prior to entering the plea, the deal was brought to the attention of the Attorney General's office who concluded that the crown's assessment of the weakness of the crown case was flawed.

Attorney General Howard Hampton's efforts to recruit judges to the Provincial Court attracted media attention, like this article in Canadian Lawyer, which included this illustration.

I have written to our legislature too and copied my letter to the direct attention of each party leader as well as independents of my legislature including about the misbehaviours of our Attorney General's office.

This action has also garnered the attention of the New Jersey State Attorney General, who has filed a nine - count lawsuit accusing the township of discrimination.

He said the attorney general should be given a chance to intervene and ordered his reasons also be brought to the attention of the Canadian Bar Association and the Law Society of British Columbia.

After working for both a large civil defense firm and the Attorney General's office in the Torts Division, Aaron V. Rocke started his Rocke Law Group in 2008 so that he could control the number of cases he took on to ensure a high level of service and full attention to client needs.

29,620 pages in 80 bound volumes that had to be created because Justice Shaughnessy and the Attorney General of Canada want to keep public attention from the Canadian Judicial Council.

Corporate attorneys act as outside general counsel to a variety of entrepreneurial businesses and middle - market companies, offering custom - tailored service and personal attention.

The SCC set deadlines for criminal trials that have caught the attention of Attorneys General and the public.

This behavior has gotten the attention of state attorneys general, starting with Vermont, who filed a complaint in May against the same now infamous «scanner troll» (MPHJ Technology), alleging unfair and deceptive acts under Vermont's Consumer Protection Act (PDF of the complaint).

The Chasm Group, LLC and Chasm Institute, LLC (San Bruno, CA) 1997 — 2008 Business Operations Manager • Managed all daily operational tasks for leading multi-million dollar high - tech market strategy consultancy, while providing executive administration to C - level executives and venture capital partners • Developed and managed the firm's annual budget, proposing and implementing expense cuts, producing monthly reports and financial statements, and coordinating with CPA firm for accurate and timely filings • Oversaw all client relationship management efforts while cultivating new business efforts from concept to implementation, providing high - quality service in sales efforts while utilizing new lead tracking system • Negotiated and managed all contracts, stock grants, and financing arrangements, working closely with outside counsel to draft legal documents and resolve LLC - and proprietary - related issues • Led three office space build - outs and two office relocations, managing all aspects of each process under aggressive timeline and budget expectations • Reduced firm telecom expenses by 22 % by streamlining IT objectives, including migration to VOIP phone system, software / hardware purchases, domain renewals, and outsourced technical support • Directed all phases of staff recruitment while creating and implementing all HR policies and programs, including comprehensive employee benefits plans • Supervised multiple administrative staff members, conducted performance appraisals and wage / salary surveys in comparison to incentive program guidelines, and maintained HR files in accordance with legal mandates • Produced all out - going client invoices in an accurate and timely fashion to increase, cash flow and reduce aging receivables, providing consistent attention to overhead costs and vendor arrangements • Administered all company insurance policies, including E&O, general liability, bonds, partner life and disability, conducting annual benefits reviews and employee / company insurance audits • Obtained necessary certificates for consulting contracts while processing federal, state, and local business reporting requirements to maintain licenses and incorporation status • Directed all marketing efforts and oversaw logistical aspects of national educational workshop series, utilizing sponsorship arrangements to offset production costs • Transformed «brochure» website into a dynamic tool to better illustrate company opportunities through relevant case studies, as well as maintaining all other promotional media, including press kits and video Association of California School Administrators (Burlingame, CA) 1993 — 1997 Issues and Planning Committee Coordinator • Executed all phases of event planning and implementation for a membership - driven organization including 23 state committees, 5 task forces, 6 strategic planning conferences, and a conference of 1,500 attendees • Focused on facility evaluations, bid requests, site visits, contract negotiations, and all pre - and post-conference planning processes • Produced statistical and financial reports, including budget projections and cost monitoring for developmental training efforts • Oversaw all participant - level responsibilities, including inquiries, eligibility, registration, correspondence, and billing statements • Managed all legal professional standards calls for Northern California regions, including the processing of attorney authorizations, the preparation of legal assistance letters, and liens on cause of action • Served as second point of contact for computer inquiries and troubleshooting efforts as well as provided back - up executive administrative support for Executive Director, Committee Chairs, and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction • Held responsibility for software installation and hardware configuration while performing weekly AS / 400 backup and report generation

Though the state posts consistently high rates of in - hospital paternity establishment and features a comprehensive training program for birth registrars through the Office of the Attorney General (OAG), limited attention has been given to the issue of relationship violence.