Sexual harassment

Attorney Russell Button Joins Legal Team to Represent Seven Women in Sexual Harassment Lawsuits Against West Virginia IHOP

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Wednesday, September 8, 2021

DALLAS, Sept. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- A judge in Harrison County, West Virginia, has granted pro hac vice admission to Dallas attorney Russell Button of The Button Law Firm in a series of seven workplace sexual harassment lawsuits filed against IHOP, franchisees Sharp Holding, Inc., Country Roads 3059, and the restaurant's management team.

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  • DALLAS, Sept. 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- A judge in Harrison County, West Virginia, has granted pro hac vice admission to Dallas attorney Russell Button of The Button Law Firm in a series of seven workplace sexual harassment lawsuits filed against IHOP, franchisees Sharp Holding, Inc., Country Roads 3059, and the restaurant's management team.
  • A pro hac vice admission allows an out-of-state attorney to practice in West Virginia with a local attorney.
  • Button joins co-counsels Todd Bailess and Jodi Durham of Bailess Law Firm, and Samuel Madia of Shaffer Madia Law, PLLC., in representing the former Clarksburg IHOP employees.
  • "I am honored to join this talented legal team to advocate for these women," says Button.

IPVM Names First Managing Editor Carl Stoffers

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Tuesday, September 7, 2021

BETHLEHEM, Pa., Sept. 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Carl Stoffers joins IPVM, the world's leading authority on video surveillance, as the outlet's first Managing Editor.

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  • BETHLEHEM, Pa., Sept. 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Carl Stoffers joins IPVM, the world's leading authority on video surveillance, as the outlet's first Managing Editor.
  • As IPVM's first Managing Editor, Stoffers will oversee IPVM's rapidly growing news department.
  • Stoffers has taught at Kean University, where he is an adjunct professor in the Communication Department, since 2017.
  • Stoffers explained his decision to join:
    "In IPVM, I saw a growing publication making a tangible impact.

Shield Named to Illustrious AIFintech 100

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Tuesday, September 7, 2021

TEL AVIV, Israel, Sept. 07, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Shield , the worlds leading Workplace Intelligence platform for compliance teams, today announced it was named to the AIFintech 100 , a prestigious award honoring the worlds most innovative AI-solution providers for financial services.

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  • TEL AVIV, Israel, Sept. 07, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Shield , the worlds leading Workplace Intelligence platform for compliance teams, today announced it was named to the AIFintech 100 , a prestigious award honoring the worlds most innovative AI-solution providers for financial services.
  • With its proven ability to identify risks across communication channels, including insider trading, spoofing, front-running, and even sexual harassment and racism, the AIFintech 100 honor is only the latest for Shield and its end-to-end communications compliance platform.
  • As banks and financial institutions develop their digital transformation strategies and navigate added compliance challenges in this new, work-from-anywhere environment, the AIFintech 100 honored Shield for its ability to bring compliance teams true transparency through detailed alerts and triggers that are powered by its award-winning AI.
  • More and more, regulators across the world are trying to understand the black-box challenge that AI presents, and Shield, validated by awards like the AIFintech 100, is addressing those concerns through our detailed, transparent monitoring platform.

Former University of South Alabama Head Women’s Volleyball Coach Sexually Harassed and Sexually, Physically and Emotionally Abused Former Players, According to New Lawsuit Filed by DiCello Levitt Gutzler

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Thursday, September 2, 2021
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A former NCAA Division I head womens volleyball coach sexually harassed, and physically and emotionally abused her players for several years, according to a federal lawsuit filed this week in Alabama.

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  • A former NCAA Division I head womens volleyball coach sexually harassed, and physically and emotionally abused her players for several years, according to a federal lawsuit filed this week in Alabama.
  • The case was brought by several former University of South Alabama volleyball players against former head coach, Alexis Meeks-Rydell.
  • Also named as defendants are the University, Athletic Director Joel Erdmann, and former assistant coaches Rob Chilcoat and Patricia Gandolfo.
  • Once on campus, however, they were routinely subjected to blatant sexual harassment and sexual, physical, and emotional assault by Meeks-Rydell.

Traliant Survey of DEI Leaders Reveals Challenges and Predictions for 2022

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Wednesday, September 1, 2021
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Nearly all of the DEI leaders surveyed said their companies have a formal DEI strategy, or expect to have one in 2022 but for now, most lack the dedicated budget and resources to take action.

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  • Nearly all of the DEI leaders surveyed said their companies have a formal DEI strategy, or expect to have one in 2022 but for now, most lack the dedicated budget and resources to take action.
  • As issues surrounding DEI in the workplace continue to be front-and-center in 2021, Traliant set out to better understand how leaders are responding with their own DEI strategies.
  • "What our survey makes clear is that while DEI is becoming a business priority, making sustainable change is a long-term process and executive leadership's active involvement is crucial."
  • The phone survey of 300 DEI executives from U.S. companies across industries was conducted in June and July, 2021, by World Business Research on behalf of Traliant.

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Investigates Claims On Behalf of Investors of Activision Blizzard, Inc. - ATVI

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Wednesday, September 1, 2021
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NEW YORK, Aug. 31, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Activision Blizzard, Inc. (Activision or the Company) (NASDAQ: ATVI).

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  • NEW YORK, Aug. 31, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Activision Blizzard, Inc. (Activision or the Company) (NASDAQ: ATVI).
  • The investigation concerns whether Activision and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.
  • On this news, Activision Blizzards stock price fell sharply over the following trading sessions, damaging investors.
  • Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, the Pomerantz Firm pioneered the field of securities class actions.

Alberta agency launches ground-breaking initiative to help create sexual harassment-free workspaces

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Tuesday, August 31, 2021
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“Rather than focusing on what not to do, this campaign is showing people what to do,” says Corinne Ofstie, Director of Strategic Initiatives, Association of Alberta Sexual Assault Services (AASAS) and recognized leader in the sector. “This campaign is showcasing the powerful effects that a positive work culture can have on individual and organizational well-being--and illustrating how easy it can be to create those cultures--one moment at a time.”

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  • A caring and inclusive work culture is also an important primary defence against sexual harassment.
  • The Alberta-wide, three-year campaign called #momentsmatter celebrates workplace cultures that promote psychological safety, success and career growth, and an effective response to sexual harassment.
  • Through simple, relatable stories, the campaign shows Alberta leaders how easy it can be to strengthen and grow positive workplace cultures that help people feel safe and supported, help them grow and succeed and help stop sexual harassment.
  • The Association of Alberta Sexual Assault Services provides leadership, coordination, and collaboration of sexual assault services in Alberta.

SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Lowey Dannenberg, P.C., Investigates Claims on Behalf of Investors of Activision Blizzard, Inc. and Encourages Investors Who Lost More than $100,000 to Contact the Firm

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Monday, August 30, 2021
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If you are a shareholder of Activision Blizzard with more than $100,000 in losses, you should contact the Firm.

Key Points: 
  • If you are a shareholder of Activision Blizzard with more than $100,000 in losses, you should contact the Firm.
  • Activision Blizzard is a video game holding company based in Santa Monica, California.
  • Activision Blizzard has popular games like Call of Duty, World of Warcraft and Diablo under its umbrella.
  • The firm has significant experience in prosecuting multi-million-dollar lawsuits and has previously recovered billions of dollars on behalf of investors.

Dallas Employment Law Firm Jackson Spencer Law Welcomes Three New Attorneys

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Thursday, August 26, 2021
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DALLAS, Aug. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Jackson Spencer Law, a Dallas-based employment law firm, welcomes three new lawyers: Associates Sara Barfield and Nikki Britten, and Senior Counsel Ron Woessner.

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  • DALLAS, Aug. 26, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Jackson Spencer Law, a Dallas-based employment law firm, welcomes three new lawyers: Associates Sara Barfield and Nikki Britten, and Senior Counsel Ron Woessner.
  • "Demand for Jackson Spencer Law's services has grown dramatically in recent years," said Managing Partner Jennifer Spencer.
  • Prior to joining Jackson Spencer Law, Ms. Barfield was a claims attorney who handled insurance policies and coverage issues.
  • She soon learned that supporting individuals who could benefit from her legal knowledge would play an important role in her career, which led her to employment law.

L'Oréal USA Becomes First Company Worldwide to Receive New EDGEplus Certification Addressing Intersectional Gender Equity

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Thursday, August 26, 2021
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"Their certification at the EDGEplus level is a clear demonstration of the company's commitment and leadership in the DE&I arena."

Key Points: 
  • "Their certification at the EDGEplus level is a clear demonstration of the company's commitment and leadership in the DE&I arena."
  • L'Oral USA has implemented programs, policies and practices that support the advancement of women in the workplace and ensure equity across various dimensions of diversity.
  • Furthermore, L'Oral's work to achieve intersectional gender equity throughout its organization has been recognized by leading organizations.
  • EDGE is the only global assessment methodology and business certification standard for gender and intersectional equity.