"New NDAA Regulations Revolutionize Defense Contractor Oversight: Tens of Thousands Face Expanded Scrutiny Under Section 847"

Arlington, Virginia — A new chapter in defense procurement is unfolding as the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) plans to implement stringent measures related to foreign ownership and influence across the defense supply chain, following significant legislative changes. Section 847 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2020 dramatically expands the scope of evaluations for companies seeking to work with the DoD. Previously limited to contractors needing access to classified information, these evaluations will now apply broadly to all contracts or subcontracts worth more than $5 million, regardless of the classification of … Read more

Local Attorney Jennifer Thornton Stone Launches Bid for Circuit Judge, Aiming to Revolutionize Family Law in Arkansas

EL DORADO, Ark. — Jennifer Thornton Stone has officially announced her candidacy for the position of Circuit Judge in Division 6 of the 13th Judicial District of Arkansas, a region that encompasses Union, Ouachita, Columbia, Calhoun, Dallas, and Cleveland counties. Stone, a graduate of El Dorado High School in 1987, earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville in May 1991. She then attended the UALR William H. Bowen School of Law, where she received her law degree in May 1994. Stone gained admission to the Arkansas Bar … Read more

Streamlined Shopping: New Online Tools Revolutionize State and Country Selection for Consumers

In Phoenix, Arizona, residents are navigating a growing array of choices regarding their state and country selections for various services. A multitude of options now exists when filling out forms that require selecting a state, zip code, or country. The comprehensive dropdown menu for states includes all 50, with Arizona currently highlighted as the selected option. Users can choose from a list that features states like Alabama, Alaska, and California, among others. Additionally, options extend to territories such as Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, offering a broader representation of location choices. The need … Read more

Legal Tech Innovator Tim Pullan Launches Consultancy ‘Purple’ to Revolutionize Law Firm Solutions

London — Tim Pullan, a prominent figure in legal technology and founder of ThoughtRiver, has launched a new consultancy called Purple in collaboration with fellow legal tech expert Dom Conte. Conte has previously made strides at Avail, adding to the expertise behind this new venture. Purple aims to reshape how legal teams access technology by eliminating jargon and focusing on practicality. Based in London, the consultancy features a team made up of former lawyers and tech founders who work alongside law firms and internal legal departments to transform innovative ideas into functional tech solutions. Their … Read more