News & Updates
Attorney General Schwalb Sues Three Maryland Drivers for Failing to Pay DC Over $90,000 in Fines for Dangerous Driving Violations
Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today announced the first lawsuits filed by the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) under new authority granted by the DC Council to bring civil enforcement actions against dangerous drivers with large numbers of unpaid tickets for speeding, reckless driving,…
Attorney General Schwalb Sues District Restaurant and Owner for Workers' Rights Violations
Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today announced a lawsuit against Talea Ristorante and its owner Hamza Hadani for systematically stealing employees’ wages and violating other laws that protect District workers.
AG Schwalb Secures $3.95 Million from Amazon to Resolve Lawsuit Over Stolen Tips Intended for Delivery Worker
Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today announced a $3.95 million settlement with Amazon.com, Inc. and Amazon Logistics, Inc. (Amazon) to resolve a lawsuit filed by the Office of the Attorney General (OAG), which alleged that the company misled DC consumers by assuring them that 100% of tips…
Attorneys General Schwalb, James, and Raoul Secure Historic Settlement with National Women's Soccer League Following Abuse Allegations
DC Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb, alongside New York Attorney General Letitia James and Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul, today announced a landmark settlement with the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) after numerous players came forward with allegations of harassment and sexual…
Office of the Attorney General Sues Petra Management Group for Illegally Limiting Affordable Housing Options in DC
The Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia (OAG) today sued the owners and manager of three District apartment complexes—4825-4829 North Capital St L.L.C., 5616 13th St NW L.L.C., 743 Fairmont St NW LLC, Rashid Salem, and Petra Management Group, LLC (collectively, “Petra”)—…
OAG Guidance on Immigration Enforcement for DC Schools
The below guidance is intended to help inform teachers, staff, and administrators at District schools about the rights of students and their families regarding federal immigration enforcement policies.
Attorney General Schwalb Issues Consumer Alert on How to Avoid Charity Scams During California Wildfires
Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today issued the below Consumer Alert warning District residents about potential scams and fraudulent charities when donating to California wildfire relief efforts.
Attorney General Schwalb Announces 2025 Class of Charles F.C. Ruff Fellows
Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today announced that 20 recent graduates of local law schools have joined the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) as Charles F.C. Ruff Fellows.
Attorney General Schwalb Secures $6.5 Million from Lottery and Sports Betting Contractor and Subcontractor for Defrauding the District
Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today announced that Intralot, Inc. (Intralot) and its small business subcontractor, Veterans Services Corporation (VSC), will pay the District a combined $6.5 million for deceiving city officials to win and then obtain payments under the District’s multimillion…
Attorney General Schwalb Announces Initiative Prioritizing Housing Protection and Affordability
Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today announced the creation of a new Housing Protection and Affordability Initiative within the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) designed to streamline and prioritize OAG’s focus on preserving and expanding the District’s stock of affordable housing and…