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Washington Comix Receives High Praises for the Graphic Novel, Black Justice: The Awakening

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

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CARY, N.C., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On March 25, 2024, BookLife rendered its assessment of the new book published by Washington Comix, Black Justice: The Awakening.

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CARY, N.C., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On March 25, 2024, BookLife rendered its assessment of the new book published by Washington Comix, Black Justice: The Awakening.
Publishers Weekly has been reviewing self-published books since 2010 when it began its PW Select program.
Black Justice received high grades with an A for cover art, A for Design and typography, A for Illustrations, A- for editing, and A- for marketing copy.
The graphic novel, Black Justice: The Awakening is scheduled for release on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, on Amazon Kindle, and April 16, 2024, for paperback.

Memphis Mayor Paul Young Launches Black Mayors' Coalition on Crime

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

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MEMPHIS, Tenn., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Memphis Mayor Paul Young, in partnership with the African American Mayors Association (AAMA), announced the launch of the Black Mayors' Coalition on Crime (BMCC), an initiative to harness the collective power of black mayors across the nation to fight crime. The inaugural meeting will take place in Memphis on March 27-28 and will host 21 mayors and their proxies from Washington D.C., IN, TN, MO, MS, LA, AR, GA, AZ, CA, and NC. Young has received support from big-city mayors, including Mayor Eric Adams from New York City and Mayor Karen Bass from Los Angeles.

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MEMPHIS, Tenn., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Memphis Mayor Paul Young, in partnership with the African American Mayors Association (AAMA), announced the launch of the Black Mayors' Coalition on Crime (BMCC), an initiative to harness the collective power of black mayors across the nation to fight crime.
Young has received support from big-city mayors, including Mayor Eric Adams from New York City and Mayor Karen Bass from Los Angeles.
Many of these leaders come from the communities most affected by crime, so they have a unique perspective on solving it."
I applaud Mayor Young for convening the Black Mayors Coalition on Crime to have an honest conversation around protecting our cities and delivering peace of mind at a time when our communities need it most."

Jill Roth of Laffey, Bucci & Kent Named Among 'Lawyers on the Fast Track' by The Legal Intelligencer

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Monday, March 25, 2024

PHILADELPHIA, March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Personal injury law firm Laffey, Bucci & Kent is pleased to announce that victims' advocate Jill Roth has been named among the Lawyers on the Fast Track in the small/midsize firms category by The Legal Intelligencer. This recognition is part of the publication's 2024 Pennsylvania Legal Awards, which highlight great work and achievements across the full breadth of the legal communities in Pennsylvania and Delaware.

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"We congratulate Jill on this well-deserved recognition of her deeply impactful work on behalf of victims of crime," said Jeff Laffey, Co-Managing Partner.
Roth is currently defending a client from a frivolous lawsuit filed by social media influencer Andrew Tate seeking $5 million.
"I am grateful to be recognized by The Legal Intelligencer and my colleagues in the Pennsylvania legal community for my work in support of survivors," said Roth.
Laffey, Bucci & Kent was founded in 2009 by Jeff Laffey, Paul Bucci & Brian Kent.

AI in Federal Government: New Insights Published in Info-Tech Research Group's AI Use Case Library

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Monday, March 25, 2024

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However, effectively integrating AI within the federal framework poses distinct challenges, including data privacy, security concerns, and the complexities of modernizing legacy systems.

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However, effectively integrating AI within the federal framework poses distinct challenges, including data privacy, security concerns, and the complexities of modernizing legacy systems.
Recognizing the critical need for practical guidance in this transformative journey, Info-Tech Research Group has published its latest research, AI Use Case Library for Federal Government .
"In the generative AI (Gen AI) era, AI adoption has recently returned to the spotlight.
For exclusive and timely commentary from Vishal Monga, an expert in the public sector consulting domain, and access to the complete AI Use Case Library for Federal Government blueprint, please contact [email protected] .

Government Prosecutors Seek to Protect the "Privacy" of City Officials Entangled in Web of Corruption Related to DWP Billing Scandal, Says Consumer Watchdog

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Monday, March 25, 2024

In their Response Brief, government prosecutors argued that City officials who were investigated by the FBI but ultimately not charged with a crime should have their names redacted to protect their privacy and related interests.

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In their Response Brief, government prosecutors argued that City officials who were investigated by the FBI but ultimately not charged with a crime should have their names redacted to protect their privacy and related interests.
Ultimately, four City officials were sentenced in connection with the DWP scandal.
However, significant questions remain about the roles other key officials played in the City's misconduct, including former City Attorney Mike Feuer.
Critics ask why certain individuals — including high-ranking personnel in the city attorney's office who remain unidentified in prosecutors' public court filings — escaped punishment."

Lathrop GPM Lands Kathleen Fisher Enyeart as Counsel from Oracle

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Monday, March 25, 2024

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KANSAS CITY, Mo., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Lathrop GPM LLP welcomes Kathleen Fisher Enyeart as Counsel to its distinguished Litigation practice group. She brings a formidable background that spans white-collar defense, litigation, healthcare and corporate compliance. Enyeart joined the firm on March 11, 2024, after several years as in-house counsel at Oracle and Cerner, respectively. Enyeart is located in the firm's Kansas City office and is focused on complex high-profile and bet-the-company litigation, as well as white-collar defense.

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KANSAS CITY, Mo., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Lathrop GPM LLP welcomes Kathleen Fisher Enyeart as Counsel to its distinguished Litigation practice group.
Enyeart joined the firm on March 11, 2024, after several years as in-house counsel at Oracle and Cerner, respectively.
Enyeart is located in the firm's Kansas City office and is focused on complex high-profile and bet-the-company litigation, as well as white-collar defense.
Prior to joining Lathrop GPM, Enyeart served as Vice President and Chief Health Compliance Officer at Oracle Corporation where she spearheaded a global team of more than 100 specialists.

Letter Carriers Recognized as Heroes of the Year

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Friday, March 22, 2024

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Philip Moon of Amarillo, TX, a 37-year carrier, risked his own safety by saving a bloodied woman from a large pit bull.

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Philip Moon of Amarillo, TX, a 37-year carrier, risked his own safety by saving a bloodied woman from a large pit bull.
The Eastern Region Hero is Timothy Martin of Lakeview, NY, who rescued an elderly woman with breathing problems trapped in her home by a fire.
Several other carriers also are being recognized as 2023 Heroes.
NALC represents letter carriers across the country.

Console & Associates, P.C.: V12 Software Reports Data Breach Exposing Social Security Numbers of 769k Retirees and Beneficiaries

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Friday, March 22, 2024

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On March 21, 2024, V12 Software filed a notice with the Attorney General of Texas describing a data breach affecting consumers nationwide.

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On March 21, 2024, V12 Software filed a notice with the Attorney General of Texas describing a data breach affecting consumers nationwide.
What Should You Do if You Receive a V12 Software Data Breach Letter?
Individuals who receive a data breach letter from V12 Software should take steps to protect themselves.
Additionally, victims should consider contacting a data breach attorney immediately, as anyone who receives a data breach letter from V12 Software may be entitled to financial compensation.

ASPCA Commends Sens. Richard Blumenthal and Rick Scott for Introducing Goldie's Act to Enhance Protections for Dogs in Puppy Mills

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Friday, March 22, 2024

WASHINGTON, March 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) commends U.S. Sens. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Rick Scott (R-Fla.) for introducing Goldie's Act to address the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) abject failure at enforcing the Animal Welfare Act (AWA), which has led to ongoing animal suffering in federally licensed facilities, including puppy mills.

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Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Rick Scott (R-Fla.) for introducing Goldie's Act to address the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) abject failure at enforcing the Animal Welfare Act (AWA), which has led to ongoing animal suffering in federally licensed facilities, including puppy mills.
"This essential measure gives the USDA the tools and resources needed to hold abusers accountable and to protect innocent animals," said Sen. Blumenthal.
Senator Rick Scott said, "Puppy mills are cruel and inhumane and I am proud to team up with Senator Blumenthal to introduce the Goldie's Act to crack down on these despicable operations.
To assist a broad range of animals, including those in puppy mills, the National Sheriffs' Association supports Goldie's Act."

Government of Canada Tables Final Report of the Legislative Review of the Cannabis Act

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

OTTAWA, ON, March 21, 2024 /CNW/ - In 2018, the Government of Canada introduced the Cannabis Act , which put into place a legal framework that takes a comprehensive public health approach to cannabis.

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OTTAWA, ON, March 21, 2024 /CNW/ - In 2018, the Government of Canada introduced the Cannabis Act , which put into place a legal framework that takes a comprehensive public health approach to cannabis.
In accordance with the Act, the Honourable Mark Holland, Minister of Health and the Honourable Ya'ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health released the final report of the Legislative Review of the Cannabis Act.
This final report is the result of the extensive work conducted by the independent Expert Panel, chaired by Morris Rosenberg, that led the review over the last 18 months.
"I would like to thank Chair Rosenberg and the members of the Expert Panel for their enormous effort and dedication in leading the first-ever Legislative Review of the Cannabis Act.