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Yost Legal Group Pursues Justice with Multimillion-Dollar Suit Against Maryland Agencies Over Foster Care Abuse Allegations

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Baltimore, MD — A significant legal action has been initiated by The Yost Legal Group against the Maryland Department of Human Services (DHS) and the Carroll County Department of Social Services, alleging a failure to safeguard foster children from sexual abuse. The lawsuit points to severe negligence on the part of these agencies, highlighting a distressing breakdown in the protective services meant to shield some of Maryland’s most vulnerable residents. The complaint details a troubling scenario where foster children, who were under the guardianship of the state, purportedly endured multiple instances of sexual abuse — … Read more

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost Unveils Enhanced “Yellow Book” with New Chapter on Law Enforcement Records

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COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost has released the updated 2024 edition of the Sunshine Laws Manual, also known as the “Yellow Book.” This manual serves as a resource for Ohioans to better understand their rights and assists public officials in fulfilling their responsibilities under Ohio’s Public Records and Open Meetings laws. The manual has been revised to ensure its accuracy and relevance in light of the evolving legal landscape. Yost emphasizes the importance of transparency in government, stating that without it, citizens cannot fully participate in their democracy or hold their leaders … Read more