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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 9, 2009
OLYMPIA – Washington state has cleared a major hurdle in its efforts to collect nearly $164 million to help repair environmental damage caused by bankrupt mining giant Asarco.
Bankruptcy court approves agreement with state attorneys general
OLYMPIA – Here’s some sweet news for Chrysler owners: The Chrysler Group, LLC, and Fiat have agreed to honor the “Lemon Law” rights of buyers when the new company takes control of the U.S. auto maker, Attorney General Rob McKenna said today.
Goldendale couple told to pay more than $89,000
GOLDENDALE – The Washington Attorney General’s Office is working to “keep the dirty side down”* for motorcycle enthusiasts who shop for parts over the Internet.
Attorney General’s Office sues two more ad firms
SEATTLE – Attorney General Rob McKenna’s office is sounding the siren on marketing firms accused of using deceptive advertising and prize promotions to steer consumers to buy cars. The state announced two new lawsuits today as part of an ongoing effort to enforce fair marketing practices.
SEATTLE – Recent layoffs mean more Washington residents are without health insurance. The good news is they may qualify for assistance to help cover the costs of necessary prescription medications.
“In today’s tough economy, every penny – and pricey pill – counts,” Attorney General Rob McKenna said. “If you haven’t checked into prescription drug assistance programs, you could be paying too much for your medicine.”
SEATTLE—Today in King County Superior Court, King County Assessor Russell Scott Noble pled guilty to one count of felony vehicular assault under the driving under the influence (DUI) prong. Sentencing has been set for 1 p.m. on June 19 in Superior Court Judge Michael J. Fox’s courtroom, E-815.
Board that oversees state retirement funds says Lehman Brothers failed to disclose its investments in troubled assets
OLYMPIA – The Washington State Investment Board (WSIB) filed a lawsuit Wednesday to recover more than $100 million in losses related to its purchase of investments from Lehman Brothers Holdings, Inc.
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WASHINGTON ATTORNEY GENERAL ROB MCKENNA
AND SECRETARY OF STATE SAM REED
Defendants claimed to help police, firefighters and veterans
OLYMPIA – Attorney General Rob McKenna today announced the selection of former congressional chief of staff and private sector CEO Randy J. Pepple as his new Chief of Staff, effective June 1.
Company agrees to monitor posts to cut down on crime
OLYMPIA – Attorney General Rob McKenna today applauded Craigslist for its decision to eliminate its erotic services ads and create a new adult category that Web site employees will review.
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