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Calling All Patriots: Sign Up to Be an Election Judge and Safeguard Democracy Today!

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GREAT FALLS, Mont. – As the upcoming elections draw near, Cascade County is holding training sessions for election judges this week, providing an opportunity for individuals to contribute to the democratic process. Election judges play a vital role in ensuring the integrity and accessibility of elections, being responsible for the proper implementation of polling procedures on election day. Taking place at the Paddock Club in Montana ExpoPark, the training sessions will be held on Tuesday and Wednesday from 2:30 to 5:00 and 5:30 to 8:00, with an additional session on Thursday from 2:30 to 5:00. … Read more

Roanoke City Schools Take Stand Against Social Media Giants, Joining Nationwide Lawsuit to Safeguard Students’ Mental Health

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ROANOKE, Va. – Roanoke City public schools have taken a significant step by joining a nationwide lawsuit along with over 400 other school divisions across the United States. The school district is addressing the rising demand for mental health services among students, with social media platforms being identified as a major contributing factor. According to Mark Cathey, a member of the Roanoke City School Board, the detrimental impact of apps like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube on students cannot be ignored. These platforms, Cathey argues, are designed to target the vulnerable minds of young individuals who … Read more

Maryland Considers Judicial Security Act to Safeguard Judges’ Personal Information

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HAGERSTOWN, Maryland – In the aftermath of a tragic incident where a judge was killed in his own driveway, the Maryland General Assembly is considering legislation to safeguard judges’ personal information. Circuit Court Judge Andrew Wilkinson was shot and killed by Pedro Argote, a man who was furious about losing custody of his children. Argote had stalked Judge Wilkinson, finding his address online, and carried out the crime shortly after a court hearing. In support of the proposed Judge Andrew F. Wilkinson Judicial Security Act, Wilkinson’s widow testified to protect the personal information of judges … Read more

Sanctions Imposed on Tom Girardi’s Son-in-Law and Former Law Partner for Failing to Safeguard Clients’ Settlement Funds

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Los Angeles, California – Two lawyers connected to Tom Girardi’s defunct law firm have been sanctioned by a State Bar judge for failing to adequately protect clients from Girardi’s misappropriation of settlement funds. The judge’s decision last week imposes restrictions on David Lira, Girardi’s son-in-law and former employee, and suspends the law license of Keith Griffin, another attorney who worked with Girardi for two decades. Judge Phong Wang’s ruling prevents Lira from controlling bank accounts that hold client money and requires him to work under the supervision of another attorney until an upcoming trial. During … Read more