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“California Enacts Pioneering Health Laws: Expands IVF Coverage, Bans Toxic Chemicals in Menstrual Products, and Introduces Groundbreaking Racial Equality Measures in Maternal Care”[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ra58aNsgpn8[/embed]

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Sacramento, Calif. — Sweeping legislative changes in California, championed by Gov. Gavin Newsom last month, are set to transform health care accessibility and safety, impacting everything from fertility treatments to the sale of menstrual products. These laws reflect California’s commitment to expanding quality health services while enhancing consumer protection and equity within the state’s medical systems. One of the most significant changes comes in the realm of fertility treatment. New legislation mandates large insurance companies to cover the costs associated with the diagnosis and treatment of infertility. This includes up to three egg retrievals and … Read more

California Sets Groundbreaking AI and Performer Rights Laws: New Measures to Shield Artists from Unauthorized Digital Replicas

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Sacramento, CA – California has positioned itself at the forefront of safeguarding performers in the era of generative artificial intelligence. Governor Gavin Newsom signed two landmark bills into law on September 17, 2024, strengthening the rights of both deceased and living performers against unauthorized uses of their digital likenesses or voices. These groundbreaking legislations, Assembly Bill 1836 and Assembly Bill 2602, address the increasing use of AI to create eerily realistic digital replicas in film, music, and television, which could potentially exploit performers’ likenesses without their consent. The new laws, which are scheduled to take … Read more

Epiq Expert Highlights Rising Fraud in Class Actions, Underlines Critical Need for Enhanced Security Measures

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NEW YORK — In the intricate world of class action lawsuits, the threat of fraudulent claims is an ever-looming concern that can undermine the fairness and integrity of legal outcomes. Tom Davis, the Chief of Staff for Epiq’s Class Action, Remediation, and Mass Tort business unit, highlighted the increasing challenges posed by fraudulent actors and automated bot submissions, which can corrupt the process of rightful claimant compensation. According to Davis, the prevalence of deceptive practices by individuals looking to exploit the class action system has escalated in recent times. “Every class action notification sent to … Read more

From Minimum Wages to Cannabis: Key State Ballot Measures Set to Shape the Future of Employment Across the U.S.

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In this year’s elections, as Americans cast their votes for presidential and congressional candidates, they will also address various critical state ballot initiatives that could reshape labor laws nationwide. These measures range from altering minimum wage rates to legalizing recreational cannabis, potentially redefining workplace rights and employer responsibilities across multiple states. In Alaska, the electorate faces a pivotal decision on whether to incrementally raise the minimum wage to $15 per hour and establish a system for paid sick leave, aiming to enhance workers’ welfare. This vote could signal a significant shift in the state’s approach … Read more