Joseph

Renowned Novelist Sarah Joseph Wins Ashitha Memorial Award for Exceptional Literary Contributions

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Kozhikode, India – Acclaimed author Sarah Joseph has been chosen as the recipient of this year’s Ashitha Memorial Award. This prestigious accolade includes a cash prize of Rs 25,000 and a citation. The award will be presented by renowned writer Kalpetta Narayanan at the Alakapuri auditorium in Kozhikode at 5 pm. The esteemed panel of judges for the award comprised of writers Rosemary, Shihabuddin Poythumkadavu, Santhosh Aechikkanam, and B Murali. The ceremony aims to recognize and honor outstanding literary achievements. In addition to Sarah Joseph’s recognition, several other literary awards will be presented during the … Read more

California Judge Challenges Appointment Request by Joseph Saveri Law Firm in Sarah’s Copyright Lawsuit against Meta

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San Francisco, California – A federal judge in California expressed doubts about a motion seeking to appoint the Joseph Saveri Law Firm as the interim lead counsel in a copyright lawsuit against Meta, the parent company of social media giant Facebook. The lawsuit was filed by comedian Sarah and her team, who are seeking class action status. During the court hearing on Thursday, the judge questioned the request to appoint the Joseph Saveri Law Firm as interim lead counsel, suggesting that the motion lacked details about the firm’s experience and expertise in handling copyright litigation. … Read more

Family Fights Release of Twice-Convicted Killer Walter Joseph Lewis Under Controversial California Parole Law

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LOS ANGELES – Twice-convicted murderer Walter Joseph Lewis is set to be released on parole in California under the state’s Elderly Parole Law. Lewis, now 76, committed his first murder in 1965 when he stabbed a man to death at the age of 18. He was sentenced to 13 years in prison for the crime. In 1979, Lewis beat Robert Chartier to death with a hammer, resulting in another murder conviction. The Chartier family has been fighting to have Lewis’ release reconsidered since 2017. The parole law in California allows for the release of any … Read more

Joseph Hassett: From Irish-American Lawyer to Exemplary Scholar of Yeats and Literature

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Dublin, Ireland – The Museum of Literature Ireland recently held a special event to honor the remarkable accomplishments of Joseph Hassett, an Irish-American lawyer with a deep passion for Irish literature, particularly the works of Yeats. Unlike many such events, Hassett was alive, well, and present to receive this well-deserved recognition. Hailing from Buffalo, New York State, Hassett can trace his Irish roots back to the late 19th century. Although he was not born in Ireland himself, his connection to the country is unmistakable. His great-grandfather, Dennis Hassett, was drawn to the Buffalo area by … Read more