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Mississippi State Auditor Faces Defamation Lawsuit from NFL Legend Brett Favre as Attorney General Withdraws Support

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JACKSON, Miss. — Mississippi State Auditor Shad White will no longer be represented by Attorney General Lynn Fitch’s office in his defamation lawsuit filed by former NFL quarterback Brett Favre. This decision was revealed in a filing by Fitch’s office on Friday. A letter obtained by Front Office Sports from an attorney in Fitch’s office explained that the decision was made due to statements made by White in his forthcoming book that questioned the integrity of the Attorney General and her office. In February of last year, Favre sued White, along with Pat McAfee and … Read more

Navigating the Changing Landscape: State Privacy Laws Impact Healthcare Companies Outside of HIPAA

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January 5, 2024 (City, State) – As new consumer privacy laws continue to emerge across the United States, healthcare companies not regulated under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) must stay informed in order to effectively navigate this evolving landscape and ensure compliance. In particular, healthcare organizations such as pharmaceutical manufacturers, medical device companies, and consumer-directed digital health companies need to understand if these state privacy laws apply to them. Several states, including California, Colorado, Connecticut, Virginia, and Utah, have enacted laws to address the gaps in comprehensive federal consumer privacy legislation. While … Read more

Boost Retention and Expertise: Ohio State University Offers Certification Program for Election Officials

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COLUMBUS, Ohio — As the 2022 presidential and congressional elections draw closer, the role of election officials is under scrutiny. To help officials stay informed about the constantly evolving election law and technology landscape, The Ohio State University’s John Glenn College of Public Affairs, in partnership with the Ohio Association of Election Officials (OAEO), offers the Ohio Registered Election Official Certification program. According to Aaron Ockerman, executive director of OAEO, many election officials have been leaving the profession in recent years due to increased scrutiny and the complex nature of their jobs. The certification program … Read more

Arkansas Judge Blocks Enforcement of Laws Weakening State Board’s Authority, Extending Temporary Restraining Order

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LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas – In a significant victory for the state Board of Corrections, a judge extended her order on Thursday, further blocking the enforcement of two state laws that the board argued violated the Arkansas Constitution by undermining its authority. Pulaski County Circuit Judge Patricia James converted the initial temporary restraining order, issued on December 15, into a preliminary injunction, which will prohibit the enforcement of Act 185 and certain sections of Act 659 until the board’s lawsuit against the laws is resolved. The laws in question, enacted during last year’s Legislative session, aimed … Read more