Consumers should be aware, and retailers are on notice, that it is illegal to engage in price gouging following a major disaster. The Consumer Protection Act makes it unlawful for businesses to engage in price gouging. Price gouging occurs when a business increases prices based...

The Chevrolet Camaros and Mustang convertibles that were so ubiquitous on Saipan highways are now missing in action after Super Typhoon Yutu. These convertible cars—with their garishly pink and fluorescent colors—can now only be seen parked and serving as displays after tourist...

All CNMI government offices will resume operations today from 9am to 3pm on weekdays until further notice. This will be considered a full 8-hour working day for timesheets and paycheck purposes. Non-critical government employees who cannot make it to work must notify their...

In anticipation of Typhoon Yutu, the Office of the Attorney General encourages consumers to report incidents of price gouging. Attorney General Edward Manibusan warns retailers that the Consumer Protection Act makes it unlawful for any business to engage in price gouging. Price...