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Immersion Legal Establishes Jury Consulting Practice Headed by Dr. Christina Marinakis

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

LOS ANGELES and NEW YORK, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Immersion Legal is pleased to announce its expansion with the development of Immersion Legal Jury, led by CEO Christina Marinakis, J.D., Psy.

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  • LOS ANGELES and NEW YORK, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Immersion Legal is pleased to announce its expansion with the development of Immersion Legal Jury, led by CEO Christina Marinakis, J.D., Psy.
  • D. Immersion helps trial lawyers and litigants simplify complex concepts and provide clarity for the optimal jury.
  • Under Marinakis' leadership, the jury consulting team provides jury research and theme development, witness preparation and jury selection, and guides clients in mock exercises that aid in preparation for trials, arbitrations and responses to government investigations.
  • Marinakis has over 20 years of experience in jury research, study and the application of psychology to the legal industry.

Guy D'Andrea of Laffey, Bucci & Kent Named Among Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Pennsylvania

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Monday, June 12, 2023

PHILADELPHIA, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Personal injury law firm Laffey, Bucci & Kent is pleased to announce that Guy D'Andrea has been named among The National Trial Lawyers' Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Pennsylvania for his work as a personal injury lawyer. This honor is given to the top 100 attorneys in each state or region for exceptional work in criminal defense or civil plaintiff cases.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Personal injury law firm Laffey, Bucci & Kent is pleased to announce that Guy D'Andrea has been named among The National Trial Lawyers' Top 100 Trial Lawyers in Pennsylvania for his work as a personal injury lawyer.
  • D'Andrea is a high-profile criminal and civil trial lawyer who has litigated over 100 jury trials and countless number of bench trials.
  • The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 is an invitation-only organization comprised of distinguished trial lawyers from each state or region who have met stringent qualifications.
  • Laffey, Bucci & Kent was founded in 2009 by Jeff Laffey, Paul Bucci & Brian Kent.

New Book "Everyday PR" by Gina Rubel Is Essential Guide to Using Public Relations to Build Relationships, Brands & Businesses

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Wednesday, June 7, 2023

DOYLESTOWN, Pa., June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Amplify Publishing and leading public relations expert Gina Rubel announce the release of the highly anticipated book, "Everyday PR." The book, available on Amplify Publishing, Amazon, or Barnes & Noble, hit the shelves on June 6. "Everyday PR" offers readers a comprehensive guide to navigating the ever-evolving world of public relations.

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  • DOYLESTOWN, Pa., June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Amplify Publishing and leading public relations expert Gina Rubel announce the release of the highly anticipated book, "Everyday PR."
  • "Everyday PR" offers readers a comprehensive guide to navigating the ever-evolving world of public relations.
  • When asked about the inspiration behind the book, Rubel said, "I have witnessed the transformative power of strategic public relations.
  • Rubel is a renowned public relations strategist, attorney, and author with more than two decades of experience in the field.

Mid Penn Bancorp, Inc. Announces Appointment of Albert J. Evans to Board of Directors

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

HARRISBURG, Pa., May 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mid Penn Bancorp, Inc. (Mid Penn) (NASDAQ: MPB), headquartered in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Albert J.

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  • HARRISBURG, Pa., May 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mid Penn Bancorp, Inc. (Mid Penn) (NASDAQ: MPB), headquartered in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Albert J.
  • (BJ) Evans to its Board of Directors, effective May 19, 2023.
  • Mr. Evans is the President of Fanelli, Evans & Patel, P.C., and has been a trial attorney for 30 years.
  • Mid Penn Chair, President, and CEO Rory G. Ritrievi stated, “We are thrilled to welcome BJ to our Board of Directors.

Mid Penn Bancorp, Inc. Announces Appointment of Joel L. Frank to Board of Directors

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

HARRISBURG, Pa., May 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mid Penn Bancorp, Inc. (Mid Penn) (NASDAQ: MPB), headquartered in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, is pleased to announce the appointment of Joel L. Frank to its Board of Directors, effective May 19, 2023.

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  • HARRISBURG, Pa., May 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mid Penn Bancorp, Inc. (Mid Penn) (NASDAQ: MPB), headquartered in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, is pleased to announce the appointment of Joel L. Frank to its Board of Directors, effective May 19, 2023.
  • Mr. Frank previously served as a director of Mid Penn Bank, the wholly-owned subsidiary of Mid Penn.
  • Mid Penn Chair, President, and CEO Rory G. Ritrievi stated, “We are thrilled to welcome Joel to our Board of Directors.
  • I look forward to bringing my unique perspective to the Mid Penn Board.”

Jana Partners Calls on Freshpet Board to Immediately Rectify Highly Entrenching Actions Intended to Disenfranchise Shareholders and Manipulate Shareholder Vote

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

JANA hereby demands that the Board immediately remedy those breaches.

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  • JANA hereby demands that the Board immediately remedy those breaches.
  • Thus, for months the Board has been aware of JANA’s intent to contest the election of the four Class III directors up for election at the 2023 Annual Meeting.
  • Indeed, as you likely are aware, in the days leading up to the Board’s recent actions, JANA and the Board engaged in discussions about appointing individuals proposed by JANA to the Board.
  • 2003) (invalidating board expansion undertaken “for the primary purpose of diminishing the influence of [insurgent’s] two nominees on a five-member Board”).

Furia Rubel Team Members Named Leaders in Legal Strategy and Consulting by Lawdragon Global 100

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023

DOYLESTOWN, Pa., May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Furia Rubel Communications, Inc., is proud to announce that its CEO & General Counsel Gina Rubel, and vice president of strategic development, Jennifer Simpson Carr, have again been recognized among the Lawdragon Global 100 Leaders in Legal Strategy and Consulting. Based in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, Rubel and Carr work with a team of law firm marketing and public relations experts as well as a wide range of U.S.-based and international clients.

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  • DOYLESTOWN, Pa., May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Furia Rubel Communications, Inc., is proud to announce that its CEO & General Counsel Gina Rubel , and vice president of strategic development, Jennifer Simpson Carr , have again been recognized among the Lawdragon Global 100 Leaders in Legal Strategy and Consulting .
  • I am thrilled to be included alongside other global leaders who are staying on the cutting edge of the industry."
  • "I am honored to be named among Lawdragon's Global 100 Leaders list for the fourth year in a row," said Carr.
  • The 100 leaders recognized by Lawdragon are among the world's most valued management, marketing, communication, and recruiting professionals by law firm leaders.

Victims' Advocate Attorney Stewart Ryan Promoted to Partner at Laffey, Bucci & Kent

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Wednesday, January 25, 2023

PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Personal injury law firm Laffey, Bucci & Kent is pleased to announce that attorney Stewart Ryan has been promoted to Partner of the firm. Ryan regularly handles cases nationwide involving sexual and physical assaults in institutional settings and is a staunch advocate for victims of sexual assault and abuse.

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  • Personal injury law firm Laffey, Bucci & Kent is pleased to announce that attorney Stewart Ryan has been promoted to Partner of the firm
    PHILADELPHIA, Jan. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Personal injury law firm Laffey, Bucci & Kent is pleased to announce that attorney Stewart Ryan has been promoted to Partner of the firm.
  • Ryan regularly handles cases nationwide involving sexual and physical assaults in institutional settings and is a staunch advocate for victims of sexual assault and abuse.
  • "Stew has done remarkable work with the firm on behalf of victims of crime," said Jeff Laffey, firm managing partner.
  • "I am honored to serve the firm and our clients as a Partner," said Ryan.

Healixa Inc. Appoints Former Pennsylvania Senator Richard Alloway II as Executive Vice President for Government Relations

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022

Mr. Alloway is a former Magisterial District Judge and Republican member of the Pennsylvania State Senate.

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  • Mr. Alloway is a former Magisterial District Judge and Republican member of the Pennsylvania State Senate.
  • He was first elected in 2008 as the State Senator for the 33rd District and served for three consecutive terms.
  • During his tenure in the Pennsylvania Senate, Richard supported numerous pieces of legislation and promoted policies to improve water quality across the Commonwealth.
  • Since leaving the Senate in 2019, Mr. Alloway has been the principal at Alloway Law Office where he worked advising clients on government related issues.

W. R. Berkley Corporation Names Lynn Neville Senior Vice President – Claims

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022

W. R. Berkley Corporation (NYSE: WRB) today announced the appointment of Lynn Neville as senior vice president claims.

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  • W. R. Berkley Corporation (NYSE: WRB) today announced the appointment of Lynn Neville as senior vice president claims.
  • Ms. Neville joins the Company from an internationally recognized insurer, where she most recently served as the Executive Vice President, Global Head of Insurance Claims.
  • Commenting on the appointment, W. Robert Berkley, Jr., president and chief executive officer of W. R. Berkley Corporation, said, We are extremely pleased to welcome Lynn to Berkley.
  • For further information about W. R. Berkley Corporation, please visit www.berkley.com .