North Carolina State Executive - Attorney General
Recent News About North Carolina State Executive - Attorney General
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Attorney General secures $25k settlement with North Carolina landlord
Attorney General Josh Stein announced today that he has secured a $25,040 consent judgment against Lisa Eustathiou and her company, Apollon LLC, for violations of state consumer protection and debt laws. The defendants are required to repay $25,040 in security deposits and establish a 90-day lookback period to review refund requests from individuals who did not file complaints with the office but may be entitled to a refund.
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Cherokee County DSS Case: Guilty Verdict Announced by Attorney General
Attorney General Josh Stein announced today that a Macon County jury has found Scott Lindsay guilty on 12 counts of felony obstruction of justice and two counts of misdemeanor obstruction of justice. The case was prosecuted by Special Prosecution Section head and Special Deputy Attorney General Boz Zellinger, along with Special Deputy Attorney General Arneatha James.
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Amanda Thompson appointed as new director of NC State Crime Lab
Attorney General Josh Stein has appointed Amanda Thompson as the new director of the North Carolina State Crime Laboratory. Thompson, who has been serving as the assistant director of administrative operations at the Lab since 2016, was selected after a comprehensive nationwide search. She succeeds Interim Director Leslie Cooley Dismukes.
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Court rejects Avid Telecom's dismissal attempts in robocall lawsuit
Attorney General Josh Stein announced today that the United States District Court in Arizona has rejected Avid Telecom’s multiple attempts to dismiss and delay a bipartisan, 49-state lawsuit. The suit is against Michael D. Lansky, L.L.C., which operates as Avid Telecom, as well as its owner Michael D. Lansky and vice president Stacey S. Reeves.
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10.25 million settlement reached with AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile over deceptive advertising
Attorney General Josh Stein announced today a $10.25 million multistate settlement with wireless carriers AT&T Mobility LLC, Cricket Wireless LLC, T-Mobile USA Inc., Cellco Partnership, doing business as Verizon Wireless, and TracFone Wireless Inc. The settlement is the result of an investigation into the carriers' deceptive and misleading advertising practices. North Carolina will receive $220,313.32 from the settlement.
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Attorney General Josh Stein Urges Congress to Fund Legal Services Corporation
Attorney General Josh Stein has called on Congress to allocate maximum funding for the Legal Services Corporation (LSC) in the FY2025 budget. Stein emphasized the importance of providing legal assistance to low-income Americans, stating, “Every North Carolinian deserves access to fair treatment in our justice system.” The bipartisan appeal to Congress by 39 attorneys general highlights the critical need for legal services to protect under-resourced individuals in various aspects of their lives.The LSC plays a crucial role in supporting individuals whose household incomes...
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Attorney General Josh Stein Urges Congress to Protect Assisted Reproductive Health Care Access
Attorney General Josh Stein urged Congress to pass the Access to Family Building Act and guarantee women’s right to access assisted reproductive health care, including in-vitro fertilization (IVF) nationwide. Following a recent Alabama Supreme Court decision that jeopardized essential reproductive health services, Attorney General Stein and a coalition of 21 attorneys general are arguing for stronger federal protections for assisted reproductive health care."IVF, like every other reproductive health care decision, is deeply personal and should be made by women, their...
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Attorney General Josh Stein Praises Gov. Cooper's Budget Proposal
Attorney General Josh Stein has commended Governor Roy Cooper's budget proposal for the fiscal year 2024-2025, emphasizing the importance of enhancing public safety measures and investing in various critical areas in North Carolina. Stein expressed his gratitude towards the inclusion of funding for a Fentanyl Control Unit in the budget, highlighting its significance in combating the distribution of dangerous drugs."We need to do more to keep our towns and cities safe," stated Attorney General Josh Stein. "Our ability to prosecute more of these cases will save lives."...
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Attorney General Josh Stein Defends Vehicle Emission Standards
Attorney General Josh Stein has voiced his support for the new vehicle emission standards set by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). In a statement, Stein emphasized the importance of the rule in protecting both air quality and public health, while providing automakers with clear guidelines for building new cars. He stated, “This rule protects our air and health and gives automakers a reasonable set of guidelines to follow when building new cars. The EPA is taking responsible, necessary steps to protect the air we breathe and to address climate change, and I support...
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North Carolina Receives $220 Million to Fight Opioid Crisis
Attorney General Josh Stein announced that North Carolina has received $220,244,633 in the current fiscal year to combat the opioid crisis, bringing the total amount received to $335,831,860 over the years. Stein emphasized that every cent of this money will be used to help local governments and the state in their efforts to address the opioid crisis. He stated, “I’m pleased that we were able to secure these funds to help people across North Carolina get treatment and get healthy. I am excited to see how municipalities invest locally to get their people healthy.”Local...
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Attorney General Josh Stein Announces NC Receives $139 Million Payment from Tobacco Master Settlement
Attorney General Josh Stein today announced that North Carolina received the full share of its 2024 payments from the Tobacco Master Settlement agreement this week. The state received part of the total payment of $139.6 million on Monday and the remaining portion today.“This money continues to be a resource for growth and development in North Carolina,” said Attorney General Josh Stein. “I thank the Golden LEAF Foundation for putting it toward helping our rural schools, economies, and infrastructure.”Attorneys general reached the Tobacco Master Settlement agreement with...
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Attorney General Josh Stein Defends Voting Rights Act
Attorney General Josh Stein has joined a group of 19 attorneys general in defending Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act against challenges raised in a Georgia redistricting lawsuit. In an amicus brief filed in Pendergrass v. Secretary of State of Georgia and two other consolidated cases, the attorneys general are advocating for the protection of minority communities' voting power.“Americans rely on the Voting Rights Act to protect their political power and fight back against voter discrimination,” said Attorney General Josh Stein. Stein emphasized his commitment to...
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Attorney General Josh Stein Partners with U.S. Department of Transportation to Protect Airline Passengers
Attorney General Josh Stein has announced a new partnership with the U.S. Department of Transportation aimed at enhancing consumer protection for airline passengers in North Carolina. Stein expressed the need for such collaboration, stating, "Too often, air travel is a headache. This partnership with the U.S. Department of Transportation authorizes my office to better protect North Carolina air travelers when they run into issues."The initiative involves a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the North Carolina Attorney General’s Office and the DOT to address...
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Attorney General Josh Stein Wins $20 Million for Faster Internet in North Carolina
Attorney General Josh Stein has secured a significant victory for North Carolina residents by negotiating a $20 million settlement with Frontier Communications aimed at improving internet services in the state. Stein emphasized the importance of affordable and reliable internet access for various aspects of people's lives, stating, “Affordable, reliable internet is necessary for North Carolinians to work, study, get health care, and run businesses.”The legal action against Frontier stemmed from numerous complaints received by the North Carolina Department of Justice, with...
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Consumer Alert: Tax Day, and Tax Scammers, are Approaching
As Tax Day nears, the North Carolina Department of Justice is warning consumers about the looming threat of tax scammers. In a recent statement, the department emphasized the importance of vigilance when dealing with tax-related matters."Filing your taxes can be stressful, and it is easy to let the situation get the best of you. If you are unsure about something or something doesn’t feel right, always make sure to do your research first," advised the department.The department also provided guidance on how to handle suspected tax scams, urging individuals to take action...
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Attorney General Josh Stein: North Carolina Ends Rape Kit Backlog
Attorney General Josh Stein of North Carolina proudly announced the successful elimination of the state's backlog of untested older sexual assault kits. Stein expressed his satisfaction with the collaborative effort that led to this achievement, acknowledging the contributions of various stakeholders and highlighting the crucial role played by victims in submitting evidence for testing. He emphasized the importance of continuing efforts to prevent a similar backlog in the future and to support law enforcement in solving cold cases.Since 2017, Attorney General Stein has...
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Attorney General Josh Stein Sues Predatory Lender
Attorney General Josh Stein has taken legal action against Mariner Finance for alleged violations of multiple consumer protection laws, particularly concerning hidden fees charged to North Carolinians. Stein stated, “We will not tolerate predatory lenders charging hidden fees to take advantage of North Carolinians.” He added, “I am taking Mariner Finance to court to stand up for North Carolinians and their hard-earned money.”The lawsuit, filed by a bipartisan group of attorneys general, accuses Mariner Finance of misleading consumers about add-on products and engaging in...
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Attorney General Josh Stein Statement on New Dogwood Monitor
(RALEIGH) Attorney General Josh Stein has given his consent to Dogwood Health Trust’s selection of a new independent monitor to oversee HCA’s compliance with the Asset Purchase Agreement it signed when it purchased Mission Health System in 2019. The Asset Purchase Agreement mandates Dogwood to acquire the Attorney General’s approval when choosing the Independent Monitor. Dogwood has chosen Affiliated Monitors, Inc. as the new independent monitor starting from April 1, 2024.In response to this development, Attorney General Stein expressed his thoughts, stating, “I...
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Attorney General Josh Stein Advocates for Emergency Abortion Care
Attorney General Josh Stein is taking action to uphold Americans' access to abortion care during medical emergencies. In a friend-of-the-court brief filed with a coalition of 24 attorneys general, Stein is urging the U.S. Supreme Court to uphold a preliminary injunction that requires Idaho hospitals to provide emergency abortion care under the federal Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA).“If a woman’s life or health is at risk, it’s imperative that she get the emergency medical care she needs,” said Attorney General Josh Stein. “Abortion care is medical...
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Attorney General Josh Stein Leads Action Against Texas Robocaller for Violating Permanent Bans
Attorney General Josh Stein, along with a coalition of eight attorneys general, is taking robust legal action against John Caldwell Spiller, II for breaching permanent robocall and telemarketing bans. In a recent statement, Attorney General Stein expressed his concern over Spiller's persistent violations, stating, "This defendant has repeatedly violated the court’s order and continued to make harmful scam calls." Emphasizing the urgency of the situation, he added, “This must end. I’m asking the court to require him to pay up and stop him from working in the telephone...