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Slaughter and May Stands Firm: Junior Lawyer Salaries Remain at £150,000 Amid Industry Shifts

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LONDON, UK — Prominent law firm Slaughter and May has decided to maintain its starting salary for junior lawyers at £150,000. This decision comes as various firms in the legal sector adjust their compensation packages amid rising cost-of-living pressures. The firm’s decision to hold the line on junior lawyer salaries reflects a commitment to its established pay structure, even as some competitors have chosen to increase salaries significantly to attract talent. Legal experts noted that while top-tier firms are often under pressure to offer competitive compensation, Slaughter and May’s approach appears to focus on long-term … Read more

Oakland Man’s Courtroom Antics Fail to Save Him – Convicted of Murder and Slaughter, Faces Life in Prison

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Martinez, California – Ramello Randle, a 28-year-old man from Oakland, has been found guilty of a 2020 shooting that resulted in the death of his ex-girlfriend and the injury of another individual. Randle’s unusual legal strategy, which involved attacking his own lawyer, threatening the jury, and causing courtroom chaos, ultimately failed to secure his acquittal. After just over a day of deliberations, the jury returned with a guilty verdict on Friday morning. In addition, they found Randle guilty of lying in wait, ensuring that he will likely receive a life sentence without the possibility of … Read more

South Korea Implements Ban on Dog Meat Slaughter and Sale by 2027, Ending Centuries-Old Tradition

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SEOUL (AP) — South Korea has passed a new law aiming to phase out the slaughter and sale of dogs for meat by 2027. The centuries-old practice of eating dog meat will finally come to an end under this legislation, which has been introduced to align with changing societal attitudes towards the consumption of dogs. In recent decades, the popularity of dog meat has declined significantly, particularly among young people who actively avoid it. The law makes it illegal to raise or slaughter dogs for consumption, as well as to distribute or sell dog meat. … Read more