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Mistrial Declared in 2nd Poultry Price-Fixing Trial

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Thursday, March 31, 2022
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NEW YORK, March 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A mistrial was declared in the second trial involving 10 poultry industry executives, including Reichman Jorgensen Lehman & Feldberg LLP (RJLF) client Roger Austin, a former Vice President of Pilgrim's Pride, concerning an alleged scheme to fix prices and rig bids for chickens sold to grocery stores and restaurants.

Key Points: 
  • The mistrial was announced on March 29, 2022 after jurors deadlocked and were unable to reach a verdict against any of the poultry executives, following a six-week jury trial before Chief Judge Philip A. Brimmer in the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado.
  • In December 2021, the first mistrial was declared by Judge Brimmer when jurors deadlocked after a seven-week trial.
  • A new trial is set for June 6, 2022 in response to the U.S. Department of Justice's (DOJ) request to retry the case for the third time.
  • Along with Mr. Feldberg, the RJLF trial team included counsel Julie Withers and associates Laura E. Carwile , David A.

Brosnan Risk Consultants Expands Investigative Services With PKF O'Connor Davies Partnership

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Monday, March 28, 2022
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NEW YORK, March 28, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Brosnan Risk Consultants, the largest privately-held security services company in America, has entered a strategic partnership with PKF O'Connor Davies, LLP–one of the nation's top accounting, tax and advisory firms. Brosnan is recognized in the industry for innovative technology solutions combined with a seasoned team of legal, investigative, forensic, and intelligence expertise. The partnership adds industry-leading forensic accounting services to Brosnan's capabilities and leverages Brosnan's best-in-class risk management solutions to serve clients of PKF O'Connor Davies.

Key Points: 
  • The partnership adds industry-leading forensic accounting services to Brosnan's capabilities and leverages Brosnan's best-in-class risk management solutions to serve clients of PKF O'Connor Davies.
  • Our partnership with PKF O'Connor Davies meets the growing needs of our clients in the areas of risk management and investigations.
  • About Brosnan Risk Consultants Brosnan Risk Consultants is a full-service security and investigative firm serving global brands in all sectors.
  • Founded in 1996 by Patrick J. Brosnan, Brosnan Risk Consultants, is the largest privately held provider of technology-driven security services.

Visit Paradise This Spring Break With Special Deals To Aruba

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Thursday, March 24, 2022
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ORANJESTAD, Aruba, March 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Jumpstart your Spring Break with a tropical escape to Aruba, one of the most revisited Caribbean destinations. Travelers looking to turn on their "Out of Office" and take a break from their laptops can visit the 'One happy island' to enjoy breathtaking beaches, diverse culinary experiences and award-winning hotels without breaking the bank. For a limited time only, Aruba is offering hotel discounts to help kick off the season!

Key Points: 
  • To celebrate Aruba's newest resort's first anniversary, Radisson Blu will be offering a special package beginning April 2nd.
  • Celebrate a special birthday, anniversary or just a night away with a discounted suite, using their Suite Celebration package.
  • The Aruba Health & Happiness Code outlines stringent cleaning and hygiene standards and is mandatory for all tourism-related businesses throughout the country.
  • This material is distributed by Zeno Group, Inc. on behalf of the Aruba Tourism Authority.

Weinberg Gonser Frost Files “Extensive” Appeal in Limcaco v. Wynn Civil RICO Ruling With 9th Circuit, Citing Investigations by the Securities and Exchange Commission and Department of Justice

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Wednesday, March 2, 2022
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The civil RICO claim was filed by Lead Plaintiff Attorney, Jordan Matthews of Weinberg Gonser Frost LLP.

Key Points: 
  • The civil RICO claim was filed by Lead Plaintiff Attorney, Jordan Matthews of Weinberg Gonser Frost LLP.
  • Investigations were triggered by the Nevada Gaming Control Board and the Massachusetts Gaming Commission, which ultimately fined Wynn Resorts $20 million and $35 million, respectively.
  • Limcacos appeal argues that the Central District of California has personal jurisdiction over Buckley and that Limcaco has sufficient civil RICO standing.
  • Limcaco is represented by Jordan Matthews and Christopher Frost of Weinberg Gonser Frost LLP.

Vubiz Elearning Delivers Brand New Harassment Prevention Courses for 2022

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Wednesday, February 16, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, Feb. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Vubiz has won awards for best-in-class harassment training for the past eight years in a row, and they are launching a brand new 2022 Harassment Prevention elearning series.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Feb. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Vubiz has won awards for best-in-class harassment training for the past eight years in a row, and they are launching a brand new 2022 Harassment Prevention elearning series.
  • Vubiz offers different courses for supervisors and employees and within those courses offers role-based learning experiences to best address all risks.
  • Vubiz harassment courses cover every state in the United States and every province in Canada, including covering the latest laws in Illinois, New York, California, and with English, French or Spanish versions.
  • Vubiz courses are constantly monitored for legislative changes and seamlessly updated in real time without any interference to the learner.

Advize Welcomes Laurie McMillan as Director of Healthcare Payment Integrity Policy

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Wednesday, February 2, 2022
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Her health care compliance experience began with reviewing medical documentation for Hierarchal Condition Categories (HCC's), utilized in Medicare Part C reimbursement.

Key Points: 
  • Her health care compliance experience began with reviewing medical documentation for Hierarchal Condition Categories (HCC's), utilized in Medicare Part C reimbursement.
  • She gathered extensive experience working with Medicare payment policies while making claim payment decisions utilizing Medicare Part A, Home Health and Hospice rules and regulations.
  • Advize provides a full suite of services to healthcare organizations of all sizes, from government entities to commercial payers, group practices, hospitals, and clinics.
  • Focused on reducing the cost of healthcare and improving the quality of delivery, Advize takes a unique client-centered approach to delivering industry best results.

Othram Appoints Brendan Belair as Chief Strategy Officer

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Wednesday, January 26, 2022
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THE WOODLANDS, Texas, Jan. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Othram, the leading forensic sequencing laboratory for law enforcement, is pleased to announce the appointment of Brendan Belair as Chief Strategy Officer.

Key Points: 
  • THE WOODLANDS, Texas, Jan. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Othram, the leading forensic sequencing laboratory for law enforcement, is pleased to announce the appointment of Brendan Belair as Chief Strategy Officer.
  • Mr. Belair, an attorney and seventeen-year Capitol Hill and political campaign veteran, most recently served as Staff Director and Chief Counsel for the House Judiciary Committee.
  • Mr. Belair is the latest appointment to Othram's executive team following the appointments of Chief Commercial Officer Andrew Singer, formerly the Vice President of Operations Sales and Global Marketing at BODE Technology and Chief Business Development Officer Kristen Mittelman.
  • "Othram has eliminated scientific and technological barriers to solving previously unsolvable sex assaults and homicides," said Othram CEO David Mittelman.

If You Purchased or Acquired CTR Tokens, You may be Eligible to Receive Money From Forfeited Assets

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Friday, January 21, 2022
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You may be eligible to receive a distribution from the assets forfeited in connection with the above case.

Key Points: 
  • You may be eligible to receive a distribution from the assets forfeited in connection with the above case.
  • Please beware of other websites, entities, or communications you may receive claiming to administer the remission process, remission payments, or any other kind of refund from DOJ.
  • Victims are never required to pay or hire an attorney to take part in any DOJ Remission process, including the process in this case.
  • The DOJ treats all petitioners equally, ensuring all eligible petitioners meet the criteria set forth in the Regulations.

If You Purchased or Acquired CTR Tokens, You may be Eligible to Receive Money From Forfeited Assets

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Friday, January 21, 2022
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You may be eligible to receive a distribution from the assets forfeited in connection with the above case.

Key Points: 
  • You may be eligible to receive a distribution from the assets forfeited in connection with the above case.
  • Please beware of other websites, entities, or communications you may receive claiming to administer the remission process, remission payments, or any other kind of refund from DOJ.
  • Victims are never required to pay or hire an attorney to take part in any DOJ Remission process, including the process in this case.
  • The DOJ treats all petitioners equally, ensuring all eligible petitioners meet the criteria set forth in the Regulations.

Keller Lenkner LLC Files Class Action Broadening Previous Challenges to Illegal No-Poach Agreement Among Engineering Suppliers

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Tuesday, January 18, 2022
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In December 2021, the Department of Justice (DOJ) indicted six executives from the various defendantsexcept Collins Aerospaceciting Pratt & Whitney's role in the illegal no-poach agreement.

Key Points: 
  • In December 2021, the Department of Justice (DOJ) indicted six executives from the various defendantsexcept Collins Aerospaceciting Pratt & Whitney's role in the illegal no-poach agreement.
  • The only concern was for their bottom line and avoiding disruption to their workforce," said Jason Zweig , Partner at Keller Lenkner.
  • The Keller Lenkner legal team includes Partners Jason Zweig and Zina Bash, along with co-counsel Daniel Krisch of Halloran Sage LLP.
  • ABOUT KELLER LENKNER: Keller Lenkner LLC represents plaintiffs in complex litigation matters in federal and state courts throughout the nation.