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"Regulatory Confusion Ahead: SEC Abandons Climate Disclosure Rule as States and EU Forge Ahead with Competing Standards"

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Washington, D.C. – A significant shift in the regulatory landscape concerning climate disclosure is emerging as the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) withdraws its support for a controversial rule established in March 2024. This departure has left companies grappling with an inconsistent array of state and international mandates, creating uncertainty in compliance efforts due to the absence of coherent national standards. Initially, the SEC’s Climate Disclosure Rule required publicly traded companies to report greenhouse gas emissions and disclose material risks related to climate change. However, the rule faced immediate legal challenges, notably from Liberty Energy, … Read more

Chief Judge Clarence Cuthpert Jr. and Judge Maureen Wood Enter Rockdale County State Court Election, Competing for Seat Vacated by Retiring Judge

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CONYERS, Georgia – In a bid to secure the position he was appointed to last year, Chief Judge Clarence Cuthpert Jr. has announced his candidacy for the Rockdale County State Court. Cuthpert was appointed by Governor Brian Kemp to serve the remaining term of retiring Judge Nancy N. Bills. However, he will face competition from Rockdale County Juvenile Court Judge Maureen Wood, who also qualified for the judicial race on March 4. Judge Cuthpert’s decision to run for election comes after his year-long tenure in the position. As the appointed chief judge, he has likely … Read more

River District Lawsuit Exposes Sabotage Attempt by Five O Fore Golf Group Aimed at Disrupting Competing Topgolf Project

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Following a lawsuit filed in River District, Charlotte, a local group called Five O Fore Golf is being accused of attempting to hinder the development of a rival project by Topgolf. The lawsuit claims that Five O Fore Golf, comprised of area residents, is engaging in deliberate actions to derail the progress of the Topgolf project. The lawsuit suggests that Five O Fore Golf is seeking to obstruct the establishment of the Topgolf facility, which aims to bring a state-of-the-art entertainment venue for golf enthusiasts to the city. Topgolf, a well-known golf entertainment company, plans … Read more