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South Carolina Activates Price Gouging Law in Response to Wildfire State of Emergency

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Augusta, Ga. – South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson has activated the state’s price gouging statutes following Governor Henry McMaster’s declaration of a state of emergency in response to widespread wildfires. This law enforcement action aims to protect consumers from excessively high prices for essential goods and services during the ongoing crisis. The triggering of the price gouging law is a direct consequence of the state of emergency and is intended to prevent businesses from exploiting the disaster by inflating prices on commodities such as food, water, gas, and hotel accommodations. South Carolinians who suspect … Read more

South Korean Film ‘The Land of Morning Calm’ Triumphs with Golden Cyclo at Vesoul International Film Festival

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VESOUL, France — South Korean filmmaker Park Ri-woong’s feature “The Land of Morning Calm” claimed the prestigious Golden Cyclo Award at the Vesoul International Film Festival of Asian Cinema, highlighting its deep and impactful exploration of the complexities of human reality. Under the leadership of renowned Chinese director Jia Zhang-ke, the head of the jury, the film was lauded for its compelling narrative that is akin to an immersive plunge from tranquility into the turbulent depths of life. During the festival, which took place from February 11-18, an array of exceptional films from across Asia … Read more

South Korea’s ‘The Land of Morning Calm’ Triumphs at Vesoul Film Festival, Clinching the Prestigious Golden Cyclo

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Vesoul, France – South Korean filmmaker Park Ri-woong’s evocative cinematic piece “The Land of Morning Calm” has clinched the prestigious Golden Cyclo Award at the Vesoul International Film Festival of Asian Cinema. Under the careful scrutiny of a jury chaired by renowned Chinese filmmaker Jia Zhang-ke, Park’s film stood out for its profound narrative and stirring portrayal of life’s complexities. Jia Zhang-ke praised the film for its vivid storytelling and emotional depth. He likened the experience of watching the movie to a deep-sea dive, starting from tranquil surface waters and plunging into the swirling undercurrents … Read more

Prominent M&A Expert Sang Jin Han Joins Kim & Chang, Enhancing South Korea’s Leading Law Firm’s Cross-Border Capabilities

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SEOUL, South Korea – South Korea’s premier legal firm, Kim & Chang, has significantly enhanced its expertise in multinational mergers and acquisitions with the recruitment of esteemed attorney Sang Jin Han, who is transitioning from the American law firm Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton. Han, a prominent figure in cross-border legal practices, is accompanied by a skilled group of M&A associates – Ji-won Lim, Jae Sung Kim, and Ki Won Ahn. This move comes as part of Kim & Chang’s strategy to bolster its capabilities in handling global transactions. At Cleary Gottlieb, where Han was … Read more