Processing

Canadian Immigration Lawyer Advocates for Overhaul as Government Curbs Border ‘Flagpoling’ to Ease Processing Delays

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Windsor, Ontario — A decision by the Canadian federal government to restrict the practice known as flagpoling, where individuals exit and re-enter the country quickly to expedite immigration processes, has been met with approval from local immigration attorney Eddie Kadri. Kadri advocated for these changes and expressed his views on further necessary reforms to streamline immigration procedures. Kadri, who has practiced law for approximately two decades, emphasized that while the government’s action was commendable, it was also crucial to address the prolonged processing times that often drive immigrants to resort to flagpoling. He pointed out … Read more

New York Cannabis Industry Stalls: Judge Halts License Processing Amid Legal Challenges

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Albany, N.Y. — A recent legal decree has put a halt to the processing of business applications for New York’s adult-use cannabis program, further complicating a system already plagued by challenges. This decision stems from a lawsuit that accuses state regulators of flouting statutory mandates in the licensing process. Earlier this year, four companies — Organic Blooms LLC, Niagra Nugget LLC, Blackmark LLC, and Windward Management LLC — initiated legal action against the New York Office of Cannabis Management (OCM). They allege that the office improperly permitted potential cannabis retailers to apply for licenses without … Read more

Supio Launches From Stealth with $25M Series A to Revolutionize Legal Data Processing for Personal Injury and Mass Tort Law Firms

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San Francisco, CA — Emerging from stealth mode, Supio, a pioneering AI platform designed for personal injury and mass tort plaintiff law firms, has secured $25 million in an oversubscribed Series A funding round. Led by Sapphire Ventures, with continuing support from Bonfire Ventures and Foothill Ventures, the investment raises Supio’s total capital to $33 million. The platform aids lawyers by offering insights through AI-driven analysis of complex legal data, a feature that promises to redefine preparation and strategy in litigation. Supio’s unique selling proposition is its ability to efficiently process vast amounts of unstructured … Read more

Attorney Urges Speedy Processing of ICC Warrant Against Duterte

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Manila, Philippines — Legal advocates are urgently calling for an expedited issuance of an International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant against former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte, citing severe human rights violations during his presidency. Duterte, renowned for his controversial anti-drug campaign, has been under intense scrutiny by international human rights groups who allege that thousands of extrajudicial killings occurred under his watch. A lawyer from the Philippines, speaking on the condition of anonymity due to security concerns, emphasized the crucial need for the ICC to act swiftly. The advocate stressed that fast-tracking the process is … Read more