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Greenberg Traurig's Laura Foote Reiff and Michael R. Sklaire Named to Virginia 500 Power List

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수요일, 9월 27, 2023

TYSONS, Va., Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Laura Foote Reiff and Michael R. Sklaire, co-managing shareholders of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's Northern Virginia office, were named to the Virginia Business Virginia 500 Power List in the Law category.

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  • Laura Foote Reiff and Michael R. Sklaire, co-managing shareholders of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's Northern Virginia office, were named to the Virginia Business Virginia 500 Power List in the Law category.
  • TYSONS, Va., Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Laura Foote Reiff and Michael R. Sklaire , co-managing shareholders of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's Northern Virginia office, were named to the Virginia Business Virginia 500 Power List in the Law category.
  • For its annual list, the Virginia Business editorial team profiles the most influential executives across the state in business, government and education, according to the publication.
  • Virginia Business features Sklaire for his leadership of the Northern Virginia office and for his "experience spanning private practice, trial work with the U.S. Department of Justice and positions as special assistant U.S. attorney and assistant U.S.

Genetec receives SAFETY act certification renewal from U.S. Department of Homeland Security for anti-terrorism technology

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  • Genetec Inc. (“Genetec”), a leading technology provider of unified security, public safety, operations, and business intelligence solutions, today announced that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has renewed the SAFETY (Support Anti-Terrorism by Fostering Effective Technologies)  Act certification for Genetec™ Security Center through 2028.
  • The designation certifies the unified security platform’s technology that manages and monitors electronic security systems, including access control, video surveillance, and automated license plate reading.
  • The SAFETY Act, part of the Homeland Security Act of 2022, provides incentives for the development and deployment of anti-terrorism technologies and establishes liability limitations resulting from an act of terrorism where Qualified Anti-Terrorism Technologies (QATT) are deployed.
  • In 2011, Genetec received the first certification for Omnicast™ its video management system followed by Security Center in 2017.

FTC Action Leads U.S. Dept. of Education to Forgive Nearly $37 Million in Loans for Students Deceived by University of Phoenix

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수요일, 9월 27, 2023

“Students deceived by the University of Phoenix deserve strong relief, and today’s action is an important step forward,” said Samuel Levine, Director of FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection.

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  • “Students deceived by the University of Phoenix deserve strong relief, and today’s action is an important step forward,” said Samuel Levine, Director of FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection.
  • “Students who trusted the school and wanted to better their lives through education ended up with mounds of debt and useless degrees.
  • Today’s announcement by the U.S. Department of Education builds on the FTC’s prior federal court order against the University of Phoenix.
  • In March 2021, the FTC sent payments to eligible University of Phoenix students, which resulted in more than $45.6 million in relief.

FTC Action Leads U.S. Dept. of Education to Forgive Nearly $37 Million in Loans for Students Deceived by University of Phoenix

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수요일, 9월 27, 2023

“Students deceived by the University of Phoenix deserve strong relief, and today’s action is an important step forward,” said Samuel Levine, Director of FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection.

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  • “Students deceived by the University of Phoenix deserve strong relief, and today’s action is an important step forward,” said Samuel Levine, Director of FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection.
  • “Students who trusted the school and wanted to better their lives through education ended up with mounds of debt and useless degrees.
  • Today’s announcement by the U.S. Department of Education builds on the FTC’s prior federal court order against the University of Phoenix.
  • In March 2021, the FTC sent payments to eligible University of Phoenix students, which resulted in more than $45.6 million in relief.

New CAE Webinar Explores How to Increase Students’ Future Employability

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화요일, 9월 26, 2023

Entitled “A Roadmap to Employability: Integrating Higher-Order Skills Into Curricula and Assessment,” the Sept. 19 live presentation of the webinar drew more than 200 K-12 educators, counselors, and school and district leaders from across the nation.

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  • Entitled “A Roadmap to Employability: Integrating Higher-Order Skills Into Curricula and Assessment,” the Sept. 19 live presentation of the webinar drew more than 200 K-12 educators, counselors, and school and district leaders from across the nation.
  • They also explain how federal funding and policy can support the integration of higher-order skills into instruction, curricula, and measurement.
  • “We must make learning relevant, and students need to see the application of content knowledge and higher order skills.
  • “Our research shows that students with greater proficiency in higher-order skills tend to have better academic and career outcomes,” said Zahner.

Appellate Litigator & Former Federal Prosecutor Charles Fowler Rejoins McKool Smith

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월요일, 9월 25, 2023

DALLAS, Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- McKool Smith announced today that Charles Fowler has rejoined the firm as a Principal in Austin.

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  • DALLAS, Sept. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- McKool Smith announced today that Charles Fowler has rejoined the firm as a Principal in Austin.
  • Mr. Fowler's return to McKool Smith supports the firm's growing appellate practice, which is dedicated to advising and representing clients before state and federal appellate courts.
  • Mr. Fowler started his career in private practice with McKool Smith, where he was an Associate focusing on commercial litigation matters for more than six years.
  • "Charles' time as a former federal prosecutor, coupled with his history with the firm, makes him a natural fit for our growing appellate practice," said McKool Smith Chairman and Managing Principal David Sochia.

Beal University Introduces Innovative Online M.S. Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program

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화요일, 9월 19, 2023

program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

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  • program in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
  • Clinical Mental Health Counseling program are prepared to work effectively with individuals, couples, families, and groups.
  • Clinical Mental Health Counseling program is designed to prepare students for the challenging and rewarding field of mental health counseling," said Dr. James Siebert, Program Director.
  • Clinical Mental Health Counseling program, visit https://beal.edu/ .

The Human Rights and Rights to Religious Freedom of 600,000 Japanese Citizens are at Risk

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금요일, 9월 22, 2023

Mr. Nakayama said the strict, legal reasons for dissolution of a religious corporation include: proof that it is “obviously” antisocial and commits criminal acts under the Penal Code.

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  • Mr. Nakayama said the strict, legal reasons for dissolution of a religious corporation include: proof that it is “obviously” antisocial and commits criminal acts under the Penal Code.
  • There must be criminal activities organized by the leadership that are “malicious” and “continuous.”
    The Family Federation has done none of these things, Mr. Nakayama wrote.
  • Both were supportive of Prime Minister Abe and his grandfather, former Japanese Prime Minister Nobusuke Kishi, due to their shared anticommunist worldviews.
  • On July 3, 2023, Dr. Introvigne and other prominent human rights leaders, Mr. Willy Fautré, Hon.

CakeBoxx Technologies and Serco Collaborate to Solve Thermal Runaway Challenges Shipping Lithium-ion Batteries on Ships and Aircraft

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목요일, 9월 21, 2023

Herndon, Virginia, Sept. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CakeBoxx Technologies and Serco Inc. have joined forces in a strategic partnership to address the thermal runaway issues with shipping lithium-ion batteries on ships and aircraft and pioneer a cutting-edge solution for the safe, secure, and efficient transportation and storage of lithium-ion batteries.

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  • Herndon, Virginia, Sept. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CakeBoxx Technologies and Serco Inc. have joined forces in a strategic partnership to address the thermal runaway issues with shipping lithium-ion batteries on ships and aircraft and pioneer a cutting-edge solution for the safe, secure, and efficient transportation and storage of lithium-ion batteries.
  • This collaboration between CakeBoxx and Serco is dedicated to creating a range of unique, specialized shipping and storage containers to safely and securely handle lithium-ion batteries.
  • For CakeBoxx Technologies, this venture represents a logical progression following significant investments in research and development.
  • “We are excited to work with Serco to tackle the critical issue of thermal runaway in the transport and storage of lithium-ion batteries,” said Jim Campbell, COO at CakeBoxx Technologies.

CONTINUED INVESTIGATION ALERT REMINDER: Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP Investigates Morgan Stanley’s Directors and Officers for Breach of Fiduciary Duties – MS

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수요일, 9월 20, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP (“Scott+Scott”), an international securities and consumer rights litigation firm, continues to investigate whether certain directors and officers of Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) breached their fiduciary duties to Morgan Stanley and its shareholders.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP (“Scott+Scott”), an international securities and consumer rights litigation firm, continues to investigate whether certain directors and officers of Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) breached their fiduciary duties to Morgan Stanley and its shareholders.
  • If you are a Morgan Stanley shareholder, you may contact attorney Joe Pettigrew for additional information toll-free at 844-818-6982, or [email protected] .
  • Scott+Scott is investigating whether members of Morgan Stanley’s board of directors or senior management failed to manage Morgan Stanley in an acceptable manner, in breach of their fiduciary duties to Morgan Stanley, and whether Morgan Stanley and its shareholders have suffered damages as a result.
  • If you are a Morgan Stanley shareholder, you may have legal claims against Morgan Stanley’s directors and officers.