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High-Profile Lawyer Daniel Brown Faces Jury Allegations of Misconduct in Controversial Hockey Assault Trial

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London, Ontario — A high-profile sexual assault trial has turned controversial as allegations emerged against Daniel Brown, a prominent criminal defense lawyer, and his colleague Hilary Dudding. The pair is representing one of the accused players from Canada’s 2018 world junior hockey team, facing accusations of misconduct during the trial, which has sparked significant media attention and legal debate. The issue arose when juror number 11 submitted a note to Justice Maria Carroccia, alleging that Brown and Dudding were “bullying” the jury. The juror claimed that several members felt they were subjected to ridicule by … Read more

Fresno Unified Trustee Under Fire for Breaching Confidentiality: Grand Jury Calls for Ethics Training to Address Brown Act Violations

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FRESNO, Calif. — A recent investigation by the Fresno County Grand Jury has uncovered that a trustee from Fresno Unified School District disclosed sensitive information from confidential closed session meetings to the media, violating state transparency laws known as the Brown Act. In light of this breach, the Grand Jury has advised the district’s board members to undergo training focused on ethics laws, particularly emphasizing compliance with the Brown Act, which is designed to ensure public access to meetings while allowing certain discussions to remain private. The inquiry was initiated following several complaints from local … Read more

King & Spalding Bolsters Mass Torts Team with Top “Forever Chemicals” Expert from Mayer Brown

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New York – King & Spalding LLP, a prominent law firm, is strategically strengthening its mass torts and litigation team by welcoming a new partner, an expert in product liability and environmental contaminants known as “forever chemicals.” The specialist, previously with Mayer Brown LLP, joins King & Spalding’s New York office in an expansion that underscores the firm’s commitment to addressing complex legal challenges associated with chemical liabilities. The addition of this new partner signifies a strategic enhancement of the firm’s capabilities in managing and litigating issues related to persistent environmental pollutants. These chemicals, often … Read more

2025 NYF Advertising Awards Unveils Elite Film Craft Jury, Chaired by Industry Titan Ali Brown

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New York, NY — The New York Festivals Advertising Awards organizing body has unveiled its esteemed panel for the 2025 Film Craft Executive Jury. This year’s jury, comprising prominent leaders from the filmmaking and advertising industries, promises an in-depth examination of film craft excellence in the advertising sector. Under the chairmanship of Ali Brown, a seasoned professional from PRETTYBIRD and Ventureland, the panel will scrutinize selected entries for the year’s best innovations and storytelling in commercial filmmaking. Ali Brown brings a wealth of experience to the table, with character nationally recognized achievements in production and … Read more