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New Jersey physical therapist loses license over misconduct allegations
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs have announced that the New Jersey State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners has revoked the license of a physical therapist from North Jersey.
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Former Paterson Mayor pleads guilty over illegal mayoral campaign
Jose "Joey" Torres, the former mayor of Paterson, New Jersey, has admitted guilt in connection with his attempt to run for mayor again in 2022.
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New Jersey expands online self-exclusion options for casino gamblers
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement (DGE) have introduced an expansion to the state's Responsible Gaming initiatives.
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New Jersey AG appeals court ruling on Paterson police department control
The New Jersey Attorney General, Matthew J. Platkin, has expressed disappointment with a recent court ruling regarding the supersession of the Paterson Police Department.
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New Jersey issues guidelines on workplace accommodations for pregnant and breastfeeding employees
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division on Civil Rights have released new guidance to clarify anti-discrimination protections under New Jersey law for employees who are pregnant, postpartum, breastfeeding, or lactating.
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New Jersey recovers nearly $596M through lawsuits and investigations in 2023
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced that New Jersey's civil enforcement efforts in 2023 resulted in nearly $596 million through recoveries from lawsuits and investigations.
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Newspaper delivery firm settles worker misclassification case with nearly $300K payout
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development Commissioner Robert Asaro-Angelo have announced a settlement with NJ Penn Logistics, LLC, a newspaper delivery firm.
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Attorney General investigates inmate's death at Northern State Prison
The Attorney General’s Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) is conducting an investigation into the death of an inmate from Northern State Prison in Newark.
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New Jersey reports increased gaming revenues for November and year-to-date
The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement has released the gaming revenue results for November 2024.
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Attorneys general form coalition targeting irresponsible firearm industry practices
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced the formation of a multistate coalition comprising 16 Attorneys General to address gun violence by holding firearms industry members accountable for their actions.
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New Jersey sues Glock over claims its pistols can become illegal machine guns
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has initiated legal action against Glock, Inc. and Glock Ges.m.b.H., alleging violations of New Jersey's firearms industry public safety laws.
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Leadership transition announced at New Jersey Division of Law
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced a leadership change at the Division of Law (DOL).
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Newton man sentenced for role in international email scam
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Office of Securities Fraud and Financial Crimes Prosecutions have announced the sentencing of Robert Herburger Jr., a resident of Newton, New Jersey.
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New Jersey launches "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" holiday campaign
With the winter holidays approaching, Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Highway Traffic Safety (HTS) have announced the launch of a statewide campaign titled "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over."
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Corrections officer pleads guilty to assaulting inmate at treatment center
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced that a New Jersey Department of Corrections police officer has pleaded guilty to aggravated assault.
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New Jersey officials indict seven over alleged human trafficking rings
Authorities in New Jersey have indicted seven individuals linked to two separate human trafficking operations in North and South Jersey.
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Mercer County OB-GYN faces temporary license suspension amid misconduct allegations
The State Board of Medical Examiners has temporarily suspended the license of Bruce Pierce, an obstetrician and gynecologist from Mercer County.
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Attorney General releases videos in Toms River police encounter resulting in civilian death
The Attorney General’s Office of Public Integrity and Accountability has released video footage related to the death of a civilian following a police encounter in Toms River, New Jersey.