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Aon Faces Deadline to Address Lawsuit Linked to Vesttoo: Clear Blue Demands Action by January 31st!

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LONDON, UK – Global professional services firm Aon has been given until January 31 to respond to a lawsuit filed by Clear Blue, a company linked to insurtech platform Vesttoo. Clear Blue alleges that Aon breached a confidentiality agreement and misused its trade secrets to develop its own blockchain-based insurance product. The lawsuit, filed in London, accuses Aon of using Clear Blue’s proprietary technology and confidential information to create the “Unitized Risk Platform” (URP), which was unveiled in October 2021. Clear Blue claims that it shared detailed information about its blockchain-based risk transfer solution with … Read more

Former “Real Housewives” Star Tom Girardi Set to Stand Trial After Allegedly Embezzling Millions from Clients

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Irvine, CA – Tom Girardi, the husband of reality TV star Erika Jayne, is facing the consequences of his alleged embezzlement scheme. Girardi, who had previously claimed to be diagnosed with dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease in 2021, is now heading to trial after being indicted on charges of wire fraud. The prosecution accuses Girardi of embezzling millions of dollars from clients over a span of 10 years, in addition to stealing over $3 million from victims of the Lion Air Flight 610 crash. Girardi’s legal team attempted to use his supposed mental decline as a … Read more

Congressman Tim Walberg Faces Backlash for Alleged Support of Uganda’s Anti-Homosexuality Law

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Tipton, Michigan – Congressman Tim Walberg, a Republican from Tipton, is facing criticism after video footage emerged showing him encouraging Uganda’s leaders to stand firm against international pressure and condemnation. The lawmakers passed a law that imposes the death penalty for acts of “aggravated homosexuality.” Walberg made these remarks during the country’s national prayer breakfast at the president’s residence in Kampala. He clarified that he does not support the criminalization of homosexuality, according to his office. Uganda has drawn widespread condemnation since enacting a law in May 2023 that outlaws gay marriage and imposes life … Read more

Sundance Film Festival 2024 Welcomes Star-Studded Lineup of Jurors, Including RuPaul Charles and Lena Waithe

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PARK CITY, Utah – The 2024 Sundance Film Festival, set to take place from January 18-28, is fast approaching, and preparations are well underway. One of the most important aspects of the festival is selecting the jurors who will determine the winners of the various competition categories. Over the years, Sundance has had the privilege of hosting esteemed individuals such as Quentin Tarantino, Jane Campion, and Sarah Polley. This year’s jury lineup includes notable Sundance alumni, including Lena Waithe, Debra Granik, Jennifer Kent, and Zal Batmanglij. In an announcement made by the Sundance Institute, the … Read more