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Beware! Scammers Posing as Law Enforcement and Court Officials Demand Payments for Missed Jury Duty and Court Dates

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GRETNA, La. – Residents of Jefferson Parish and other parishes in Louisiana have been targeted by a phone scam where individuals posing as law enforcement or court personnel demand payments for missed jury duty service or court appearances. The Jefferson Parish Clerk of Court has issued a warning about this prevalent scam. The scammers use tactics to make their calls appear legitimate, including displaying numbers that seem to be from law enforcement or court agencies and using the names of actual officers or court personnel. They demand immediate payment through various methods, such as prepaid … Read more

Federal Appeals Court Rules Iowa’s “Ag Gag” Laws Constitutional, Clearing the Path for Enforcement

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DES MOINES, Iowa — A federal appeals court has ruled that two of Iowa’s “ag gag” laws, which impose penalties on individuals who trespass on agricultural property with the intention of causing financial harm, are constitutional. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit announced its rulings on Monday, reversing a lower court decision in both cases. A third lawsuit is still pending. The rulings suggest that these state laws may soon become enforceable. However, an attorney for one of the plaintiffs expressed confidence that opponents would prevail upon appeal to the U.S. Supreme … Read more

Ardra L. Bey Primed for the State Court of Fulton County: An Atlanta Judge’s Pursuit of Justice Continues

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Atlanta, Georgia – After dedicating eight years of service to the Atlanta Municipal Court, Judge Ardra L. Bey is now setting her sights on a higher position. A native of Atlanta, Bey has recently announced her intention to run for election to the State Court of Fulton County. This move comes as multiple seats on the bench are up for grabs in the upcoming May 2024 nonpartisan primary election. With a strong commitment to public service, Bey believes her experience and dedication make her well-suited for the State Court of Fulton County. Having served as … Read more

US Appeals Court Judge Criticizes President Biden’s Water Efficiency Rules for Appliances as ‘Arbitrary and Capricious’

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WASHINGTON – President Joe Biden faced a major setback in the judiciary when US Appeals Court Judge Andrew Oldham criticized his decision as “arbitrary and capricious.” This comes after 11 Republican-led states challenged alterations to rules aimed at improving the efficiency of dishwashers and washing machines. In a ruling issued on Monday, Judge Oldham questioned whether the Department of Energy (DOE) had the authority to regulate water usage in these appliances. He also raised doubts about the effectiveness of the new rules in reducing water consumption. The DOE had announced plans in March to implement … Read more