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Whistleblower Sues Rhode Island Health Information Exchange Over Alleged Misuse of Data

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Providence, Rhode Island – A lawsuit has been filed against CurrentCare, Rhode Island’s health information exchange (HIE), by a former employee who claims the organization improperly used health data in ways that violate the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). The whistleblower, whose identity remains confidential due to the sensitivity of the case, alleges that CurrentCare managed health information in a manner that compromised patient privacy. The legal action, initiated in Rhode Island federal court, centers around allegations that CurrentCare permitted unauthorized access to patient data, including instances where health information was allegedly used … Read more

SEC Pursues Legal Action Against Kraken, Accuses Crypto Exchange of Selling Unregistered Securities

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San Francisco, California — A notable legal action hastaken shape in the U.S. financial regulatory landscape as the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has initiated a lawsuit against cryptocurrency exchange Kraken. The suit was filed in the Northern District of California and centers on allegations that Kraken engaged in activities involving unregistered securities. The SEC’s complaint seeks a court order to permanently bar Kraken from committing further violations relating to the alleged securities infractions. Additionally, the commission is pursuing the disgorgement of profits deemed to have been illicitly gained through these activities, alongside imposing other … Read more

Heated Exchange and Legal Controversies Ignite State Attorney Race in Florida Ahead of Key Election

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Orlando, Fla. — The race for the chief prosecutor in the Orange-Osceola region erupted into a heated debate as incumbent Andrew Bain, appointed after his predecessor’s suspension, clashed vehemently with Monique Worrell just a day following allegations of a Republican scheme to manipulate the election outcome. The debate, orchestrated by the League of Women Voters of Orange County, scrutinized the tumultuous tenure of Worrell and the effectiveness of Bain’s short stint since August 2023. Andrew Bain, a candidate without party affiliation, claimed he improved public safety through a stringent approach towards prosecuting violent crimes since … Read more

Tonawanda’s Legal Landscape Shakes Up as Town Lawyer and Local Justice Exchange Roles

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Tonawanda, N.Y. – In a unique reshuffling of roles within the local government of Tonawanda, New York, a town justice and the town attorney have decided to swap their professional positions, marking an unusual administrative change. This swap not only has caught the eye of local residents but also raises interesting questions about career trajectories in public service. The protagonists of this role swap are Daniel Cavarello, the current town attorney, and Mark Gruber, the sitting town justice. Cavarello, who has been serving diligently as Tonawanda’s town attorney, will don the robe to preside over … Read more