Attorney General Ashley Moody has won a major court battle against big tobacco, securing millions for the state of Florida. The victory brings an end to years of litigation against R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company over millions of dollars owed to the state through Florida’s landmark tobacco settlement agreement.
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Tim Tebow To Be Keynote Speaker For Florida 2020 Annual Human Trafficking Summit
Attorney General Ashley Moody has announced Tim Tebow will be the keynote speaker for the virtual 2020 Annual Human Trafficking Summit.
Florida Recovers Over $1 Million For Consumers Regarding Price Gouging And Scams
Attorney General Ashley Moody has announced more than $1 million in recoveries for consumers contacting the Florida Attorney General’s Office regarding COVID-19 related purchases, cancellations and scams.
Medicaid Fraud On The Rise In Florida
As the pandemic and resulting economic crises deepen, enrollment in Florida’s Medicaid Program is increasing. More than four million Floridians now rely on Medicaid for health coverage, creating more opportunity for criminals to exploit the government benefit to steal taxpayer money.
Thousands Register For Florida’s First Ever Virtual Human Trafficking Summit
Attorney General Ashley Moody announced a new, record-smashing registration tally for the upcoming 2020 Human Trafficking Summit—more than 2,000 people!
Florida Attorney General Moody Launches Scams At A Glance To Prevent Consumer Fraud
Attorney General Ashley Moody has released a new resource for Floridians to use for protection against fraud as the state and nation continue to battle the COVID-19 pandemic.
Attorney General Ashley Moody Urges Floridians To Take Advantage Of Free Credit Reports Offered
Attorney General Ashley Moody is urging Floridians to take advantage of the free weekly access to credit reports currently being offered by the three national credit reporting agencies.
States Join Together In Support For Expanded Broadband Internet In U.S.
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody is joining 38 attorneys general in urging Congress to help ensure that more Americans have the home internet connectivity necessary to participate in telemedicine, teleschooling and telework as part of any additional legislation that provides relief and recovery resources related to addressing the COVID-19 pandemic.