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Federal Appeals Court Upholds $523,327 Award to Virginia Family for Pipeline Land Seizure

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Roanoke, VA — In a unanimous decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, a Virginia family’s right to fair compensation was upheld, restoring a $523,327 jury verdict. The court’s decision countered a lower court that had reduced the Terry family’s compensation by half in a dispute over land taken for a pipeline project. The involved property, an 8.37-acre tract in Roanoke County, Virginia, was appropriated by Mountain Valley Pipeline LLC under the provisions of the Natural Gas Act for the construction of a natural gas conduit stretching from West Virginia to … Read more

Westmoreland County’s Drug Court Celebrates Transformative Impact as Judge Feliciani Receives Prestigious Marcocci Award

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Westmoreland County, PA — Since its establishment in 2015, the Drug Court in Westmoreland County has emerged as a transformative program for nearly 300 enrollees grappling with addiction, providing an alternative to incarceration. Common Pleas Court Judge Christopher Feliciani, who has spearheaded the program since its inception, was recently honored with the Anthony “Tony” Marcocci Award of Excellence for his pivotal role in its success. The award, which Feliciani received unexpectedly at the program’s 18th graduation ceremony this summer, underscores his critical contributions. “I thought I was there to celebrate my graduates. Receiving the Tony … Read more

Mike McIntyre Honored with H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award for Lifelong Service and Advocacy in North Carolina

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Charlotte, NC — In a celebration of legal excellence, Mike McIntyre, a seasoned advocate and leader, was honored with the H. Brent McKnight Renaissance Lawyer Award during the North Carolina Bar Association’s Annual Meeting on June 21. The award, a tribute to the late Judge H. Brent McKnight, is bestowed upon a lawyer who exemplifies an exceptional blend of professionalism, integrity, and community service, known colloquially as the traits of a “Renaissance Lawyer.” Esteemed for his extensive career and commitment to public service, McIntyre’s versatile roles span from a distinguished 18-year tenure as a U.S. … Read more

Global Creative Titans Converge to Judge AWARD School 2024’s Top Talent

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Sydney, Australia — The Australasian Writers and Art Directors (AWARD), a beacon for creative professionals in the Asia-Pacific region, has unveiled a star-studded panel of international creative leaders who will serve as jurors for the AWARD School 2024. This panel, known as the Super Jury, is set to select the national top student from the region’s leading course for emerging advertising creatives. Comprising a diverse roster of industry heavyweights, including Executive Creative Directors and Chief Creative Officers from globally recognized agencies, the Super Jury is positioned to evaluate the burgeoning talent emerging from AWARD School. … Read more