Investors with Losses in Easterly ROCMuni Fund Urged to Join Class Action Lawsuit Before September Deadline

SAN DIEGO — A class action lawsuit has been filed involving the Easterly ROCMuni High Income Municipal Bond Fund, which was previously known as the Principal Street High Income Municipal Fund. Investors who purchased shares of this fund between May 5, 2023, and June 12, 2025, can apply to be lead plaintiffs in the case until September 22, 2025. The suit, titled Victorson v. James Alpha Funds Trust d/b/a Easterly Funds Trust, alleges violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1933 by the fund, as well as its investment adviser, Easterly Investment Partners LLC, and … Read more

Rocket Pharmaceuticals Investors Urged to Join Class Action Ahead of August 11 Deadline, Claims of Misleading Trial Data Surface

NEW YORK — Investors who purchased shares of Rocket Pharmaceuticals, Inc. between February 27 and May 26, 2025, are being reminded of an upcoming deadline related to a class action lawsuit. The Rosen Law Firm, a prominent global investor rights law firm, has announced that August 11, 2025, is the last day to apply as a lead plaintiff in this case. Those who bought securities of Rocket Pharmaceuticals during the specified period may be eligible for compensation without any upfront costs. Prospective participants can contact Phillip Kim, a legal representative from Rosen Law Firm, for … Read more

Iraq Lauded for Progress on Women’s Rights, Yet Urged to Address Systemic Violence and Legal Gaps

Baghdad, Iraq — The Lutheran World Federation recently praised the Iraqi government for its proactive role in engaging with the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) regarding human rights. This engagement includes a focus on enhancing protections for women and girls, marking a notable commitment to addressing gender-based violence and discrimination. The Federation expressed appreciation for Iraq’s legislative efforts aimed at safeguarding women’s rights, highlighting initiatives such as shelters for victims of violence, hotlines for support, and community awareness campaigns focused on combating violence against women. Despite these positive steps, the Federation raised critical concerns regarding ongoing … Read more

"Clients Demand an End to Billable Hours: Law Firms Urged to Embrace Fixed Fees and AI Solutions"

London, England — Clients are increasingly frustrated with traditional invoicing methods used by law firms, calling for a shift away from the billable hour during recent conversations captured in an In-House Lawyer Survey. Many clients argue that more modern, fixed-fee models would enhance transparency and efficiency. An energy sector attorney expressed strong sentiments about the need for change. “There’s no reason to run a stopwatch, everyone hates it. If firms have decades of digitized data, they could establish fixed fees with a modest markup instantaneously,” the lawyer noted. The sentiment underscores a growing desire for … Read more