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Acclaimed Director Rodrigo Sorogoyen to Lead Cannes Critics’ Week Jury, Continuing Legacy of Uncovering Emerging Talent

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Cannes, France – Spanish director Rodrigo Sorogoyen has been chosen as the jury president for this year’s Cannes Critics’ Week, an esteemed festival sidebar that showcases the first and second features of up-and-coming directors. Sorogoyen, known for his acclaimed films such as “Stockholm,” “The Realm,” “Madre,” and “The Beasts,” was previously nominated for the best international film honor at Italy’s David Di Donatello Awards. Expressing his gratitude and acknowledging the responsibility that comes with the role, Sorogoyen shared a video on social media to announce his selection as jury president. The Cannes Critics’ Week, established … Read more

MoDOT Director Denies Claim Unborn Baby Killed in Work Zone Crash Was State Employee

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JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. – The director of the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) has recently faced backlash after his testimony regarding a fatal work zone crash in St. Louis County. The incident, which occurred several years ago, tragically claimed the lives of a pregnant highway worker and her unborn child. In court, MoDOT lawyers alleged that the unborn baby was a state employee, a claim that has been strongly denied by MoDOT’s director, Patrick McKenna. During a hearing with lawmakers, Rep. Jim Murphy expressed his concerns about the case, stating, “You had a worker who … Read more

Counsel Financial Strengthens Litigation Finance and Loan Servicing Capabilities with New Managing Director, Nicholas D’Aquilla

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Albany, New York – Counsel Financial, a leading provider of litigation finance and loan servicing solutions, has announced the appointment of Nicholas D’Aquilla as the new Managing Director. This strategic move aims to strengthen the company’s capabilities in the mass tort industry. D’Aquilla, with over a decade of experience in the field and a background as a civil defense litigator for the Louisiana Department of Justice, brings a wealth of knowledge and a track record of success to the Counsel Financial leadership team. D’Aquilla has established himself as a prominent figure in administering complex settlements, … Read more

Counsel Financial Appoints Nicholas D’Aquilla as Managing Director, Strengthening Strategic Capabilities in Finance and Servicing

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BATON ROUGE, LA – Counsel Financial, a litigation finance and loan servicing firm, has announced the appointment of Nicholas (Nick) D’Aquilla, Esq. as its new Managing Director. This strategic move aims to strengthen the company’s capabilities in finance and servicing. With over a decade of experience in the mass tort industry and as a former civil defense litigator for the Louisiana Department of Justice, D’Aquilla brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of success to his new role. Throughout his career, D’Aquilla has played a leading role in administering complex settlements, contributing … Read more