AGO News Releases

Businesses offering to provide copies of “local records” are not “local” at all

Wed, 15 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT

The Attorney General’s Office and the Better Business Bureau are warning Washington residents to read the fine print before responding to letters from businesses offering to sell them copies of records easily accessible from local government offices for a much lower price.

Governor signs three bills supported by Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson

Wed, 15 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT

Governor Jay Inslee today signed Attorney General-request legislation making courthouses safer for the people of Washington. He also signed measures supported by the Attorney General expanding the use of treatment courts and creating a statewide coordinating committee to fight child sex trafficking

Tacoma woman charged with stealing $50,000 in benefits from state

Tue, 14 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT

TUMWATER — A 39 year old Tacoma woman faces charges on five counts of theft for fraudulently collecting more than $50,000 in workers’ compensation benefits from the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I).

Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson Signs Statement of Support for the Guard and Reserve

Fri, 10 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT

CAMP MURRAY, WASHINGTON – The Washington Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR), a Department of Defense operational committee, announced that Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson signed a Statement of Support for the Guard and Reserve today at Camp Murray.

Law Enforcement Medal of Honor Ceremony honors fallen ranger

Fri, 03 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT

The Washington State Law Enforcement Medal of Honor/Peace Officers Memorial Ceremony will be held at 1 p.m. today in Olympia. The ceremony will be webcast via TVW as well.

Gov. Jay Inslee and Attorney General Bob Ferguson will award law enforcement officers with Washington state’s highest law enforcement award: The Medal of Honor. The medal is given to officers who made the ultimate sacrifice or who have displayed exceptionally meritorious conduct.

Drug Manufacturer Amgen Agrees To Pay Medicaid Program Nearly $26 Million To Resolve Two False Claims Cases

Thu, 02 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT

Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced today Washington has joined a national settlement against the drug manufacturer Amgen, Inc., resolving allegations that Amgen violated certain state false claims acts by reporting inflated pricing data for its prescription drugs Aranesp, Enbrel, Epogen, Neulasta, Neupogen, and Sensipar.

AGO’s high-tech unit zaps Zooka’s poor customer service

Wed, 01 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT

Attorney General Bob Ferguson’s High-Tech Unit has secured a $97,000 settlement with ZookaWare, an Arizona-based software company, and its owner for engaging in unfair and deceptive practices against consumers over the last several years.

Legislature approves new courthouse protections at AG Ferguson’s request

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT

The Legislature has approved a bipartisan measure proposed by Attorney General Bob Ferguson to extend current courthouse protections to all residents accessing the courts.

Public Counsel recommends changes to Puget Sound Energy’s multi-year rate plan proposal

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT

The Public Counsel Section of the Washington Attorney General’s Office today filed expert testimony recommending modifications to a multi-year rate plan filed by Puget Sound Energy (PSE).

AG Ferguson joins BBB in warning against timeshare scams

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT

Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson and the Better Business Bureau are teaming up to remind consumers that scammers never take a vacation. Both the AGO and the BBB have seen a recent spike in “Timeshare Reseller” scams. Together both agencies have received more than 20 complaints since the start of the year.

Attorney General says “No Dice” to T-Mobile’s deceptive “No-Contract” advertising

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT

Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson has ordered T-Mobile to correct deceptive advertising that promised consumers no annual contracts while carrying hidden charges for early termination of phone plans. Today, the Attorney General's Office filed a court order signed by T-Mobile and effective nationwide that will ensure the company clearly communicates the limitations of its new “no-contract” wireless service plans and allows customers duped by the deceptive ads to exit their contracts with no penalty.

AG Ferguson, Sec State Wyman warn against fake fundraisers feeding on Boston tragedy

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT

Attorney General Bob Ferguson and Secretary of State Kim Wyman today expressed their condolences to the victims of the horrific violence at the 2013 Boston Marathon—and warned people not to fall victim to fake fundraisers using the tragedy to scam people into making bogus contributions.

AG Ferguson files consumer protection action against Tri-Cities florist

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT

Attorney General Bob Ferguson today announced his office has filed a consumer protection lawsuit against Arlene’s Flowers and Gifts in Richland, Wash. On March 1, 2013, Barronelle Stutzman, owner of Arlene’s Flowers, refused to provide wedding flowers to long-time customer, Robert Ingersoll, based on her opposition to same-sex marriage.

Washington’s new unfair competition law protects local company from software piracy

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT

OLYMPIA—Attorney General Bob Ferguson today shared news that Microsoft recently used a new Washington unfair competition law to resolve a dispute over software licensing issues with the world’s fourth largest aircraft manufacturer, Embraer.

AG Ferguson cracks down on schemes targeting veterans with the promise of untapped benefits

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT

Attorney General Ferguson was infuriated to learn unauthorized financial planning companies were targeting senior veterans with schemes promising new untapped veterans benefits—if the veterans were willing to let these “planners” help manage their financial assets.