Sexual misconduct

ePlace Solutions' 2nd Annual S.A.V.E.S. (Sexual Abuse, Victimization, and Exploitation Symposium) to Take Place on Oct 6, 2022, with vFairs as a Technology Partner

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Thursday, June 2, 2022

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CARLSBAD, Calif., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ePlace Solutions, Inc., is hosting their 2nd Annual S.A.V.E.S (Sexual Abuse, Victimization, and Exploitation Symposium), virtually, on October 6, 2022. The ideal attendees include: Insurance professionals; attorneys; risk managers; HR professionals; representatives from high-risk industries; and anyone interested in learning the best practices to keep yourself, your loved ones, and your organizations safe. The event will take place on a virtual platform, so interested parties can register online and then log-in on the event day.

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CARLSBAD, Calif., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ePlace Solutions, Inc., is hosting their 2nd Annual S.A.V.E.S (Sexual Abuse, Victimization, and Exploitation Symposium), virtually, on October 6, 2022.
The event will take place on a virtual platform, so interested parties can register online and then log-in on the event day.
Sexual Misconduct and Molestation Liability ("SML") is quickly becoming one of the fastest growing professional lines coverages in the United States.
The platform offers an intuitive virtual experience along with interactive features such as audio/video chat, excellent scalability, and several customization options.

INVESTOR ALERT: Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP Investigates Guess?, Inc.’s Directors and Officers for Breach of Fiduciary Duties – GES

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Wednesday, June 1, 2022

Legal, Professional Services, The Wall Street Journal, Sexual misconduct, Woman, GES, Complaint, Foundation, Law, NYSE, Management, Guessing

Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP (Scott+Scott), an international securities and consumer rights litigation firm, continues investigating certain directors and officers of Guess?, Inc. (Guess) (NYSE: GES) for breaching their fiduciary duties to Guess and its shareholders.

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Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP (Scott+Scott), an international securities and consumer rights litigation firm, continues investigating certain directors and officers of Guess?, Inc. (Guess) (NYSE: GES) for breaching their fiduciary duties to Guess and its shareholders.
If you are a Guess shareholder, you may contact attorney Joe Pettigrew for additional information toll-free at 844-818-6982 or [email protected] .
Scott+Scott is investigating whether Guesss board of directors or senior management failed to manage Guess in an acceptable manner, in breach of their fiduciary duties to Guess, and whether Guess has suffered damages as a result.
If you are a Guess shareholder, you may have legal claims against Guesss directors and officers.

Legion responds: Arbour report on sexual misconduct in the Canadian Armed Forces

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Monday, May 30, 2022

Sexual assault, Sexual misconduct, CAF, Canadian Armed Forces, Public relations, Arbor, Time, Royal Canadian Legion, Legion, Leadership, GLOBE, Management

OTTAWA, May 30, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Royal Canadian Legion hopes the implementation of the recommendations found within the newly-released Arbour report will lead to permanent culture change within the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and rebuild trust.

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OTTAWA, May 30, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Royal Canadian Legion hopes the implementation of the recommendations found within the newly-released Arbour report will lead to permanent culture change within the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and rebuild trust.
In a statement released today, the Legion says:
The Legion supports timely implementation and independent oversight of the Arbour reports 48 recommendations related to sexual misconduct and leadership practices within the Canadian Armed Forces, including seeing sexual assault allegations dealt with under the criminal code.
We hope these actions will lead to permanent culture change and rebuild trust in both CAF leadership and the institution itself.
The Legion will monitor the implementation of these recommendations in an effort to ensure ongoing transparency and accountability.

STRONG FIELD PRODUCES A TIE FOR FIRST PLACE IN YOUNG PEOPLE'S MENTAL HEALTH AWARD

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Monday, May 30, 2022

MONTREAL, May 30, 2022 /CNW/ - So strong was the field for a new journalism award in the field of young people's mental health, a jury has awarded two equal, full-value first prizes.

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MONTREAL, May 30, 2022 /CNW/ - So strong was the field for a new journalism award in the field of young people's mental health, a jury has awarded two equal, full-value first prizes.
"The extraordinary interest in the new English and French awards for reporting on the mental health pressures on children, youth and young adults is very encouraging," said Forum president Cliff Lonsdale.
The guides are supported by the Mental Health Commission of Canada, with funds from Health Canada.
The new Mindset and En-Tte awards for reporting on the mental health of young people, are administered by the Forum and sponsored by the Canadian Mental Health Association.

Marin County Jury Awards $10 Million to Survivor of Tamalpais High School Sexual Abuse

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022

Legal, Professional Services, Tamalpais Union High School District, Sexual abuse, Sexual misconduct, Survivor, Education, Complaint, Student, Head, School, Marin County Superior Court, McMahon, Tamalpais High School, Medicine, Hospital, Online gambling, Sex industry, Robin Corsiglia

A Marin County jury ruled last week that the Tamalpais Union High School District was 100 percent negligent for the 2003 sexual abuse of a then-high school student by its then PE teacher and tennis coach Normandie Burgos (Marin County Superior Court, Case# CIV2001133).

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A Marin County jury ruled last week that the Tamalpais Union High School District was 100 percent negligent for the 2003 sexual abuse of a then-high school student by its then PE teacher and tennis coach Normandie Burgos (Marin County Superior Court, Case# CIV2001133).
Some of the trial testimony focused on a pledge by then- Tamalpais High School Principal Chris Holleran to develop protocols for body fat testing.
The Tamalpais Union High School District finally fired Burgos in 2008 and he lost his California teaching credential.
The firms $65 million jury verdict in a sexual abuse case against a public school is believed to be the largest single plaintiff verdict ever in California and the United States.

Annual Moose Hide Campaign Day shines a light on systemic gender-based violence in Canada

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Monday, May 9, 2022

This year, Moose Hide Campaign Day includes keynote addresses from Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General ofCanadaand the Honourable Murray Sinclair, the recent recipient of the 3-millionth moose hide pin.

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This year, Moose Hide Campaign Day includes keynote addresses from Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General ofCanadaand the Honourable Murray Sinclair, the recent recipient of the 3-millionth moose hide pin.
"Our campaign is about ending violence against women and children, and this starts with meaningful conversations," said Paul Lacerte, Co-founder, Moose Hide Campaign.
"The moose hide pins are a medicine for a deep social illness impacting far too many people," said David Stevenson, CEO, Moose Hide Campaign.
Media are invited to participate in Moose Hide Campaign Day and can register at: moosehidecampaign.ca

Global Settlement Reached on Behalf of 80 Claimants Alleging Sexual Misconduct at USC’s Student Health Center by Former Men’s Health Physician Dennis Kelly

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Thursday, April 28, 2022

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The settlement today is another step toward closure for our clients who finally feel a sense of recognition and validation for speaking up.

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The settlement today is another step toward closure for our clients who finally feel a sense of recognition and validation for speaking up.
Since the original filing, 74 additional individuals have come forward, bringing the total number of claimants to 80.
Dennis Kelly was a physician at USCs Student Health Center from 1997 to 2018.
The claimants allege that Dennis Kelly used his position of trust and authority as USCs mens health physician to engage in sexual misconduct under the guise of medical care and disproportionately targeted LGBTQ+ patients.

DiCello Levitt Gutzler: Spring Hill College Enabled Violent Rape and Sodomy of Student by Failing to Implement Basic Security Measures in Resident Halls, New Lawsuit Claims

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Thursday, April 21, 2022

Kokali is already facing criminal prosecution for his crime with a jury trial set for June 7, 2022.

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Kokali is already facing criminal prosecution for his crime with a jury trial set for June 7, 2022.
The lawsuit alleges that Spring Hill failed to provide a reasonably safe environment for its students, despite public statements promising that it would do so.
The complaint further alleges that Spring Hill was aware of issues involving sexual assaults that occurred in its residence halls well before March 2021.
Spring Hill turned a blind eye to its security inadequacies and failed to protect the campus community at even the most basic level.

Drum Corps International Announces New SafeSport Training Requirements and Safety Manager

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Tuesday, April 19, 2022

INDIANAPOLIS, April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Drum Corps International (DCI), the leader in producing events for the world's most elite and exclusive marching ensembles for student musicians and performers, announces today a new initiative with the U.S. Center for SafeSport to provide educational resources and comprehensive training that will support a positive and safe environment and is part of DCI's ongoing commitment to providing protection and resources for all DCI participating organizations and the performing arts athletes taking part in the summer tour.

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This includes all performers, corps staff, DCI employees, judges, event staff, directors, and volunteers.
DCI has also hired Participant Safety Manager, Emily Zorn, who will have oversight of prevention and compliance efforts.
Acheson continued, "DCI has never had a Participant Safety Manager, let alone someone with vast sports safety experience.
Drum Corps International is the world leader in producing and sanctioning competitive events for the world's most elite and exclusive touring marching music ensembles for student musicians and performers.

INVESTOR ALERT: Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP Investigates Guess?, Inc.’s Directors and Officers for Breach of Fiduciary Duties – GES

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Tuesday, April 12, 2022

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NEW YORK, April 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP (Scott+Scott), an international securities and consumer rights litigation firm, continues investigating certain directors and officers of Guess?, Inc. (Guess) (NYSE: GES) for breaching their fiduciary duties to Guess and its shareholders.

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NEW YORK, April 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP (Scott+Scott), an international securities and consumer rights litigation firm, continues investigating certain directors and officers of Guess?, Inc. (Guess) (NYSE: GES) for breaching their fiduciary duties to Guess and its shareholders.
If you are a Guess shareholder, you may contact attorney Joe Pettigrew for additional information toll-free at 844-818-6982 or [email protected] .
Scott+Scott is investigating whether Guesss board of directors or senior management failed to manage Guess in an acceptable manner, in breach of their fiduciary duties to Guess, and whether Guess has suffered damages as a result.
If you are a Guess shareholder, you may have legal claims against Guesss directors and officers.