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McCune Law Group ·

McCune Law Group Attorney Joe Richardson Named Richard T. Fields Bar Association Attorney of the Year

REDLANDS, Calif. -- McCune Law Group attorney Joe Richardson has been named Attorney of the Year by the Richard T. Fields Bar Association, an organization that honors legal professionals committed to opportunity and equity within the …

The City of Hidden Hills ·

Hidden Hills Law Strengthens Government Accountability

HIDDEN HILLS, Calif. -- The Governor of California, Gavin Newsom, has signed Assembly Bill 2529 (Johnson) into law, marking the completion of a significant piece of legislation that has been a collaborative effort between the city …

Central Bucks School District ·

Federal Lawsuit Alleges Severe Abuse of Nonverbal Autistic Student in Pennsylvania School

PHILADELPHIA -- A federal civil rights lawsuit has been filed against the Central Bucks School District, alleging severe abuse and neglect against a nonverbal autistic student named J.P. The lawsuit, brought by the law firm Laffey …

Dan Chiacchia Injury Attorneys ·

Dan Chiacchia Injury Attorneys Attorneys Named to 2026 New York Super Lawyers List

HAMBURG, N.Y. -- Dan Chiacchia Injury Attorneys, a personal injury law firm based in Hamburg, New York, has announced that three of its attorneys have been named to the 2026 New York Super Lawyers list. The …

Hughey Law Firm ·

Hughey Law Firm Solves Over 1000 Elder Abuse Cases

CHARLESTON, SC, UNITED STATES -- The Hughey Law Firm has reached a significant milestone in nursing home and assisted living neglect litigation, having resolved more than 1,000 elder abuse and nursing home neglect cases in South …

Judicate West ·

Judicate West Appoints Co-Presidents

SANTA ANA, Calif. -- Judicate West, one of California’s leading providers of private dispute resolution services, has appointed three longtime executives to its Office of the President. The appointments mark the next phase of leadership for …

U.S. Commission on Civil Rights ·

U.S. Commission Releases Report on Campus Antisemitism

WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights today released a bipartisan report that addresses campus antisemitism, a growing civil rights concern. The report, which was unanimously approved, examines how institutions of higher education and the …

Correctional Service Canada ·

Inquest Opens into Death of Indigenous Man in Correctional Service Canada Custody

Today marks the opening of the inquest into the death of Kendal Campeau, a member of the Yellow Quill First Nation who died in the custody of Correctional Service Canada (CSC) on November 14, 2021. Campeau was 31 years old.

Puget Law Group ·

Puget Law Group Warns of Jail Scam Victims

TACOMA, Wash. -- Puget Law Group, the premier criminal defense firm in Washington state, is warning the public about a scam targeting families of people booked into Pierce County jail. The firm has received a growing …

Concrete Companies Reach Settlement in Price Conspiracy Lawsuit

CHARLESTON, S.C. -- Concrete companies in the Greater Savannah area have reached a settlement in a class action lawsuit, according to a press release from CohenMalad, LLP, Heins Mills & Olson, P.L.C., and Preti Flaherty Beliveau …

Policy Pathways, Inc ·

Wilder Inspires Policy Academy with Leadership Lessons

The 2026 Policy Pathways Summer Academy, held at Virginia Commonwealth University, welcomed students from around the world to build policy and leadership skills. One of the week's highlights was a visit from the nation's first elected African American governor, L.

Legal Eagles Florida DUI Lawyers ·

Legal Eagles Release Comprehensive Guide on Florida DUI Laws

MERRITT ISLAND, FL -- Legal Eagles Florida DUI Lawyers have released a comprehensive educational hub aimed at helping drivers navigate the complex landscape of Florida’s DUI laws and defense procedures. The digital resource provides an in-depth …

Pathway Law PA ·

Pathway Law PA Offers Free Estate Plan Reviews on Punctuation Day

Pathway Law PA, a law firm based in Windermere, Florida, is marking National Punctuation Day on September 24 by offering free estate plan reviews to Windermere area residents. The firm is emphasizing the importance of proper punctuation in legal documents, …

Global Peace Initiative ·

Global Summit Calls for Peace Across World Conflicts

WASHINGTON -- A Global Peace Summit in Washington, D.C. has called for international cooperation to end 58 ongoing conflicts and protect human life, according to a press release. The summit, which brought together over 100 key …

Beijing Review ·

The China-U.S. Relationship Requires a Strategic Perspective

BEIJING -- The essay by Ouyang Xiu, a renowned literary figure from the Northern Song Dynasty, encapsulates a profound perspective on how to approach specific issues within a broader context. This principle was notably referenced by …

Lyons & Simmons, LLP ·

Brothers Secure $1.725 Million Verdict in Aviation Crash Case

DALLAS -- Brothers Austin and Jackson Smith secured a $1.725 million jury verdict for their client, Daniel Filer, in a Dallas County aviation case stemming from the 2023 crash of a single-engine jet during the Thunder …

Koskie Minsky LLP ·

Koskie Minsky LLP Announces Legal Process for Former Major Junior Hockey Players

TORONTO -- Koskie Minsky LLP, a law firm based in Toronto, has announced a significant legal initiative aimed at addressing the historical abuse faced by former players of Major Junior Hockey in the Ontario Hockey League …

Kelley | Uustal Trial Attorneys ·

Uustal Named Best Lawyers "Lawyer of the Year

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- John J. Uustal, the founding partner of Kelley | Uustal Trial Attorneys, has been named the 2027 Best Lawyers® "Lawyer of the Year" in Mass Tort Litigation and Class Actions for Plaintiffs …

Legis1 ·

Legis1 Launches New Products for Federal, State, and Election Intelligence

WASHINGTON -- Legis1, a provider of legislative, lobbying, and election intelligence, has launched three new products aimed at professionals engaged in congressional affairs, elections, and state lawmaking. The products, Federal, Elections, and States, offer integrated news, …

Hirsch Law Group ·

Hirsch Law Group Scholarship Encourages Student Involvement in Drunk Driving Prevention

CAROL STREAM, Ill. -- Hirsch Law Group has announced a $2,500 scholarship for undergraduate and graduate students to encourage them to take a leading role in reducing drunk driving in their communities. The scholarship is open …

Goranson Bain Ausley ·

Goranson Bain Ausley Named to Top Super Lawyers Lists

DALLAS -- Goranson Bain Ausley, the largest law firm in Texas dedicated exclusively to family law, has been honored with a significant number of recognitions in the 2026 Super Lawyers lists. The firm has 48 of …

French Court to Hear Indigenous Community Case Against EDF

After nearly six years of legal proceedings, a French court will hear a case brought by members of the Indigenous community of Unión Hidalgo, Oaxaca, against Électricité de France (EDF), regarding the Gunaa Sicarú wind project. The hearing is set …

Gary Barve For USA President ·

Gary Barve Continues 2028 Presidential Campaign With Focus on Transparency

Republican Gary Barve, a candidate for the 48th Presidency of the United States of America, is continuing his 2028 campaign with a strong message of transparency and accountability. Barve, who has been involved in three separate rear-end automobile collisions since …

15-Year-Old Girl Dies in Citi Bike Crash Amid Safety Debate

NEW YORK -- Last Friday night in the East Village, a 15-year-old girl was struck by a heavy-duty industrial truck while riding an electric Citi Bike and tragically lost her life. This incident has reignited the …

Sumner Law Group ·

Sumner Law Group Secures $5 Million Verdict Against St. Louis

ST. LOUIS, MO -- Sumner Law Group has secured a $5 million verdict in a premises liability case against the City of St. Louis, following a fall that left a pedestrian with severe leg fractures. The …

Hamilton Wingo LLP ·

Seven Hamilton Wingo Attorneys Recognized in 2026 Texas Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists

DALLAS -- Seven experienced plaintiffs' attorneys from Dallas-based Hamilton Wingo have been recognized for their outstanding work in personal injury cases and wrongful death lawsuits, according to the 2026 Texas Super Lawyers and Texas Rising Stars …

Frank J. Russo for Governor ·

Frank Russo Unveils Ellis Island Promise Immigration Plan

Frank Russo, a non-party affiliated candidate for Governor of Florida, on September 18, 2026, unveiled his immigration framework, the Ellis Island Promise, which aims to balance strong enforcement of the law with support for law-abiding working families and Florida’s economy.

HAITI: The American Dilemma! ·

Guy L. Smith Releases Book Examining U.S. Immigration Policy and Haiti

Guy L. Smith, a seasoned corporate, government, and humanitarian expert, has released a new book titled "HAITI: The American Dilemma!" that delves into the complex relationship between the United States and Haiti, particularly in the context of American immigration policy.

Kyra's Law Passes New York Legislature ·

Kyra's Law Aims to Prioritize Safety in New York Custody Disputes

NEW CITY, NY -- Governor Kathy Hochul is poised to sign a landmark bill that will fundamentally alter the way family courts in New York handle custody disputes involving allegations of domestic violence or child abuse.

Six-Vehicle Crash Kills Two in Long Island

NEW CITY, NY -- On a recent evening in June, the Southern State Parkway in Hempstead, Long Island, witnessed a tragic crash involving a suspected drunk driver that resulted in the deaths of two elderly individuals …

Supreme Justice ·

Lewdo and MoBetta Release Memoir on Legal Battle for Civil Rights

YORK, PA -- William Edgar Lewis, Jr., and Monique Naté Holmes, known collectively as Lewdo and MoBetta, have released a documentary memoir titled "Supreme Justice: A York County Fight for Civil Rights & Due Process." The …

Dr. Maya Rockeymoore Cummings ·

Dr. Maya Rockeymoore Cummings Analyzes U.S. Policies Through RAGEism Framework

Political Scientist Dr. Maya Rockeymoore Cummings has applied her recently published book framework, RAGEism, to analyze current U.S. government policies both domestically and internationally. Her work, which identifies eleven political strategies used to perpetuate racial inequality, is being used to …

Parker Waichman LLP ·

Parker Waichman LLP Honors 9/11 Victims and Heroes on Anniversary

On the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, New York-based law firm Parker Waichman LLP is honoring the victims and heroes of that fateful day. The firm, which has represented thousands of members of the 9/11 community, …

Law Offices of Justin E. Sterling ·

Justin E. Sterling Retains Case for San Bernardino County Capital Murder Defendant

LOS ANGELES, CA -- Prominent Los Angeles criminal defense attorney Justin E. Sterling has been retained to represent Angelo Jose Saldivar in a capital murder case in San Bernardino County, California. The case, which stems from …

U.S. Postal Service ·

USPS clarifies Federal Ballot Mail Rule for election security

WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) has clarified its actions following the issuance of the Federal Ballot Mail Rule, which is in line with Executive Order 14399. The rule, aimed at enhancing the security and …

Global Times ·

Chinese President Xi Jinping concludes successful diplomatic tour

BEIJING -- Chinese President Xi Jinping returned to Beijing on Thursday following a significant diplomatic tour that included the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, and a state visit to Egypt. The journey, which …

Massachusetts voters prefer new leadership over Ed Markey

In the run-up to the November general election, a new statewide poll has revealed a significant shift in public sentiment towards U.S. Senator Ed Markey, with Massachusetts voters showing a strong desire for a new generation of leadership. The poll, …

The Political Law Group ·

Emma Olson Sharkey joins The Political Law Group as partner

WASHINGTON -- The Political Law Group (TPLG) has announced the addition of Emma Olson Sharkey as a partner in its Washington, D.C., office, enhancing the firm's expertise in ballot measure and nonprofit law. Olson Sharkey, a …

Hawes & Jenkins ·

Markus Moynihan's "Strike Cell Baja" published

Raleigh, NC, Markus Moynihan's latest novel, "Strike Cell Baja," has just been published by Hawes & Jenkins, offering readers a gripping tale of elite Navy SEALs battling drug cartels. The book, which delves into the intense world of Joint Terminal …

LegalMatch ·

Reno-based LegalMatch sees surge in small business legal disputes over vendor failures

When vendors fall short of delivery deadlines or ship defective goods, small and mid-sized businesses often find themselves in legal battles to recover lost revenue and enforce purchase orders. These supply chain disruptions can quickly escalate, leading to canceled accounts …

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