The Ohio Attorney General serves as the state's chief legal officer and the head of the Ohio Attorney General's Office. As the state's legal representative, the Attorney General is responsible for:
The Ohio Attorney General's Office has been actively involved in a wide range of legal matters impacting the state and its residents. Here are some of the most recent developments:
In recent years, the Ohio Attorney General's Office has handled several high-profile cases that have had a significant impact on the state and its residents. These cases include:
State of Ohio v. Purdue Pharma (2018): The Attorney General filed a lawsuit against Purdue Pharma, the maker of the prescription painkiller OxyContin, for its role in fueling the opioid crisis in Ohio. Purdue Pharma settled the case for $270 million, which is being used to fund addiction treatment and recovery programs in the state.
In re: Co-ordinated Electric Vehicle Energy Storage System Litigation (2022): The Attorney General joined a multistate investigation into anticompetitive practices by Tesla and other companies in the electric vehicle market. The investigation resulted in a settlement that requires Tesla to change its business practices and pay $2 million to consumers who were harmed by the company's actions.
State of Ohio v. Facebook (2023): The Attorney General filed an antitrust lawsuit against Facebook, alleging that the company abused its dominant position in the social media market to suppress competition and harm consumers. The lawsuit is ongoing.
The Ohio Attorney General's Office provides a variety of resources to assist Ohioans with legal matters and protect their rights. These resources include:
The Ohio Attorney General's Office plays a vital role in protecting the rights of Ohioans, enforcing state laws, and representing Ohio's interests in court. The office's recent news and activities demonstrate its commitment to ensuring the safety, security, and well-being of the state's residents.
Year | Budget |
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2023 | $120 million |
2022 | $115 million |
2021 | $110 million |
Case | Outcome |
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State of Ohio v. Purdue Pharma (2018) | Purdue Pharma settled for $270 million |
In re: Co-ordinated Electric Vehicle Energy Storage System Litigation (2022) | Tesla settled for $2 million and changed business practices |
State of Ohio v. Facebook (2023) | Lawsuit is ongoing |
Resource | Description |
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Website | Information about services, laws, and regulations |
Consumer Hotline | Report scams and consumer protection issues |
Toll-Free Environmental Reporting Number | Report environmental violations |
Victim's Assistance Program | Support for victims of crime |
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