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UT Austin Students Challenge New Law Limiting Expressive Activities, Citing Threats to Musical Freedom

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Austin, Texas — A group of students at the University of Texas at Austin, including Santiago Lopez, is taking a stand against a new state law that limits expressive activities on public university campuses. Lopez, who joined the Society of Unconventional Drummers shortly after starting his studies, is passionate about the club’s mission to demonstrate that anyone can create music from everyday objects, such as buckets and bicycles. The Society of Unconventional Drummers, known as SOUnD, ends each semester with a performance celebrating their innovative music-making. However, under Senate Bill 2972, enacted on September 1, … Read more

Mark Geragos Seeks to Overturn $100K Verdict Tied to Avenatti’s Nike Extortion Case

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Los Angeles, California — Prominent attorney Mark Geragos has requested a California court to dismiss a $100,000 jury verdict that concluded he assisted disbarred lawyer Michael Avenatti in a failed scheme to extort Nike. Geragos claims the awarded damages are legally unsupportable, as they were given without a finding of liability against him. In his motion filed with the court, Geragos argues that awarding damages without establishing any legal responsibility contradicts established legal principles. He is contesting the jury’s decision, which emerged from allegations about Avenatti’s conduct during a high-profile case involving the sportswear giant. … Read more

From Law Firm Partner to Academic Aspirant: Madhavi Dutta’s Journey to Transform Compliance in India

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Chicago, Illinois — Madhavi Dutta, a seasoned legal professional from India, is set to enhance her expertise at the University of Chicago Law School while pursuing her LLM. With a notable career as a partner at Kochhar & Co., Dutta specializes in white-collar crime, corporate compliance, and anti-corruption laws. Holding a BBA and LLB from Symbiosis Law School in Pune, Dutta has also completed various continuing education diplomas, further solidifying her foundation in legal practice. Her extensive work involves advising on compliance issues, conducting corporate investigations, and addressing matters related to fraud, cybercrime, and money … Read more

Judge Eileen A. Olds Honored for Her Legacy at Courtyard Park Dedication Ceremony

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HAMPTON, Va. — Judge Eileen A. Olds reflected on her enduring impact in the community during a dedication ceremony at Courtyard Park, celebrating the completion of the park enhancement project. The event drew a crowd of local officials, residents, and members of the judiciary, highlighting the significance of public spaces in fostering community engagement. Olds, who has served on the bench for several years, emphasized the importance of the park in the lives of the community’s residents. “Parks are essential for bringing people together, for creating spaces where memories can be made,” she remarked, noting … Read more