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Landmark Study Seeks to Understand and Mitigate Trauma Experienced by Jurors in Child Abuse Trials

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Southampton, England – The psychological toll on jurors in child sexual abuse cases is coming under new scrutiny as a doctoral study at the University of Southampton seeks to explore the traumatic impact of their courtroom experiences. Jurors are frequently exposed to distressing testimony and evidence, which previous studies have indicated can lead to symptoms such as nightmares and intrusive thoughts. Stephen Hanvey, who is pursuing his PhD and has prior experience in court victim support services, is spearheading this initiative. His goal is to gather detailed insights from jurors to develop methods that minimize … Read more

California Implements New Law on Retaliation: Guidelines for Employers to Mitigate Risks and Ensure Fair Employment Practices

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SACRAMENTO, California – Recent changes in California’s employment laws have brought about a significant shift for employers in handling disciplinary actions and terminations following a protected complaint. The implementation of a new law has established a rebuttable presumption of retaliation, which has far-reaching implications. This article will delve into the legislation, explore its impact, analyze the burden shifting analysis, and provide practical guidance for employers to mitigate risks. The new law introduces a rebuttable presumption of retaliation when certain violations of the Labor Code occur and an employee faces disciplinary action or termination within 90 … Read more