Edmondson Looks Back on Historical Negotiations 11/17/2008
There were only eight of them. Eight attorneys general were chosen to face off against the world’s largest tobacco manufacturers in a legal battle that would have repercussions for generations.
The lawyers for R.J. Reynolds, Phillip Morris, Brown and Williamson and Lorillard had been here before. ... more
Oklahoma Marks 10-Year MSA Anniversary 11/17/2008
Governor Brad Henry today proclaimed Nov. 23, 2008, “A Healthier Oklahoma Day,” at a ceremony marking the 10-year anniversary of the Master Settlement Agreement (MSA) with the nation’s largest tobacco manufacturers, and he honored Attorney General Drew Edmondson for his role in negotiating the histo... more
Wilhelm Sentenced for Exploiting Bartlesville Care Center Resident 11/10/2008
A former admissions coordinator at Bartlesville Care Center will pay almost $7,700 in restitution after pleading guilty today to exploiting a resident in her care, Attorney General Drew Edmondson said.
Bobbie Jo Wilhelm was sentenced today in Washington County District Court on eight felony counts ... more
Edmondson, 42 States Reach Agreement with Craigslist 11/06/2008
In his ongoing effort to curb illegal Internet activity, Attorney General Drew Edmondson and the attorneys general of 42 other states today announced an agreement with Craigslist aimed at stopping inappropriate content and illegal conduct on the website’s erotic services section.
Craigslist is a we... more
Edmondson Garners Friend of Nursing Award 10/31/2008
Attorney General Drew Edmondson received the 2008 Friend of Nursing Award at a Tulsa luncheon today.
The award, which was presented by the Oklahoma Nurses Association (ONA), in given to non-nurses who have “rendered valuable assistance to the nursing profession,” according to the group.
“Drew Edmo... more
Edmondson, Ward Want Teens to Drive Safely 10/22/2008
This week is National Teen Driver Safety Week, and Attorney General Drew Edmondson and Secretary of Public Safety and Security Kevin Ward are reminding teen drivers and their parents of the importance of seat belts and attentive driving.
According to the Oklahoma Highway Safety Office (OHSO) 16.5 p... more
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