Massachusetts AG Andrea Joy Campbell has released updated compliance guidance, including a new webinar, to help businesses comply with the state’s new consumer protection regulations targeting so-called “junk fees.” Businesses must comply with the new regulations by September 2, 2025. According to the press release, the AG’s “junk fee” regulations are designed to curb deceptive…

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A group of 16 Democratic AGs withdrew their motion for a preliminary injunction in a lawsuit challenging a decision by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) to redistribute thousands of previously seized forced-reset triggers (FRTs)—devices that increase the rate of fire of semi-automatic firearms. In their notice of withdrawal, the AGs cited…

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All 55 AGs from the states and territories have settled with Purdue Pharma, Inc., and its owners, members of the Sackler family, to resolve allegations related to the company’s role in fueling the opioid crisis.

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Massachusetts AG Andrea Campbell issued citations against restaurant Azumi LLC (Azumi), and its manager for allegedly requiring service employees to share tips with managers in violation of state wage and hour laws. According to the AG’s office, Azumi allegedly allowed employees with managerial duties to participate in a tip pool with service staff over a…

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A group of 22 Democratic AGs submitted comments opposing the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’s (CMS) Proposed Rule, which would change enrollment, eligibility, and coverage under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA). In their comments, the AGs urge CMS to withdraw the Proposed Rule, contending that the contemplated changes—which include forcing state ACA…

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