Justice

Greenberg Traurig Adds Five More Attorneys to Data, Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice

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Friday, October 9, 2020
Greenberg Traurig, Privacy, Law, Articles, Justice

In a matter of weeks, Greenberg Traurig has added a total of eight new attorneys from BCLP to its Data, Privacy & Cybersecurity Practice.

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  • In a matter of weeks, Greenberg Traurig has added a total of eight new attorneys from BCLP to its Data, Privacy & Cybersecurity Practice.
  • "We are excited to welcome these talented attorneys," said Gretchen A. Ramos , who co-chairs Greenberg Traurig's Global Data, Privacy & Cybersecurity Practice and was named in 2019 among the Top Cyber attorneys in California by the Daily Journal.
  • Valdetero and Zetoony, who serve as co-chairs of Greenberg Traurig's U.S. Data, Privacy & Cybersecurity Practice, advise clients on complex data privacy and security issues.
  • About Greenberg Traurig's Data, Privacy & Cybersecurity: Greenberg Traurig's Data, Privacy & Cybersecurity Practice is comprised of a multidisciplinary group of attorneys and professionals located throughout the world.

CEO Pay is 300 Times More than Workers*: Where's Justice in the Workplace?

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Wednesday, October 7, 2020
Articles, Workplace, Empowerment, Justice

Detroit and Southeast Michigan's only sustainable business forum, the SMSBF, invites anyone interested in advancing justice to watch, "Struggle for Workplace Justice: The Michael Friedman Story".

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  • Detroit and Southeast Michigan's only sustainable business forum, the SMSBF, invites anyone interested in advancing justice to watch, "Struggle for Workplace Justice: The Michael Friedman Story".
  • This threat is rooted in a sense that 'we, the people' are no longer empowered to advance justice," says Mike Shesterkin, Executive Director of SMSBF.
  • "'Struggle for Workplace Justice' shows that a commitment to advancing justice through democratic reform of the workplace can advance justice broadly.
  • We can reverse today's trend, organize and work toward justice by democratizing the workplace."

Wendt Law Firm welcomes new personal injury attorney

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Wednesday, September 30, 2020
Tort law, Law, Articles, Practice of law, Civil law, Personal injury, Insurance, Law firm, Justice

During the first 15 years of his career, Nick primarily represented insurance companies and their insureds, defending claims against them arising from personal injury.

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  • During the first 15 years of his career, Nick primarily represented insurance companies and their insureds, defending claims against them arising from personal injury.
  • is an outstanding source of legal information, assistance, and representation for personal injury lawsuitsa dedicated firm with experience handling many types of cases in Kansas City, Missouri, and around the country.
  • The firm specializes in a variety of personal injury types, seeking maximum compensation through every possible legal outlet.
  • Wendt Law Firm employs attorneys with expertise in many facets of law.

Revlon Announces Commencement of Exchange Offer and Concurrent Consent Solicitation

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Tuesday, September 29, 2020
Cosmetics, Retail, Luxury, Fashion, Bond market, Contract law, Exchange offer, Solicitation, Indenture, Bond, Law, Articles, Justice

Concurrently with the Exchange Offer, the Company is soliciting consents (the Consent Solicitation) to eliminate substantially all of the restrictive covenants and certain events of default provisions from the Indenture governing the Notes (the Indenture).

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  • Concurrently with the Exchange Offer, the Company is soliciting consents (the Consent Solicitation) to eliminate substantially all of the restrictive covenants and certain events of default provisions from the Indenture governing the Notes (the Indenture).
  • The Company expects to settle the Exchange Offer shortly after the Early Tender Deadline (if the conditions to the Exchange Offer and Consent Solicitation are fulfilled at that time) or the Expiration Time, as the case may be.
  • Holders who tender their Notes in the Exchange Offer must also, and will be deemed to, deliver their consents with respect to such Notes pursuant to the Consent Solicitation.
  • Global Bondholder Services Corporation will act as the Information Agent and Exchange Agent for the Exchange Offer.

M Squared Associates Providing Financial Support for Social Justice Initiatives

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Thursday, September 24, 2020
Social inequality, Community organizing, Justice, Social justice, Social liberalism, Activism, Articles, Politics

Our activism groups will also focus on providing financial support to external organizations, initiatives and programs dedicated to racial justice, eliminating racial disparities and fighting inequitable outcomes.

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  • Our activism groups will also focus on providing financial support to external organizations, initiatives and programs dedicated to racial justice, eliminating racial disparities and fighting inequitable outcomes.
  • M Squared will provide support to outside organizations through a $100,000 Social Justice Fund, to be distributed among the following organizations:
    All Stars Project NY & NJ (New York, New Jersey)
    Racism and inequitable treatment are everyone's problem.
  • Requests for additional information about M Squared Associates' social justice initiatives can be sent to [email protected] or by calling 347-536-4640 directly.
  • For more information about M Squared Associates, visit www.msquaredassociates.com
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Author Loleta Jameson's new book "A Pig for a Pig: A True Story of a Working-Class Hero" is a lighthearted tale of civil disobedience and principled protest

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Thursday, September 24, 2020
Loleta, Justice

The author writes, "Do you feel powerless against the government?

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  • The author writes, "Do you feel powerless against the government?
  • Are you sick of being forced to agree with terms and conditions you don't even agree with?
  • This is the story of a man who had the common sense to question and the will to fight for a small piece of justice.
  • Published by Page Publishing, Loleta Jameson's engrossing book is a charming uniquely American tale inspired by a true story.

UIC Law Features Dr. Karen Korematsu and Dean L. Song Richardson for Constitution Day Events

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Tuesday, September 22, 2020
Internment of Japanese Americans, Fred Korematsu, Executive order, Human rights, Justice, 20th century in the United States, Korematsu v. United States, Fred T. Korematsu Institute for Civil Rights and Education

Chicago, Illinois, Sept. 22, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In honor of Constitution Day, UIC Law in Chicago featured Dr. Karen Korematsu, Founder and Executive Director of the Fred T. Korematsu Institute, and L. Song Richardson, Dean and Chancellors Professor of Law at the University of California, Irvine School of Law, during separate events.

Key Points: 
  • Chicago, Illinois, Sept. 22, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In honor of Constitution Day, UIC Law in Chicago featured Dr. Karen Korematsu, Founder and Executive Director of the Fred T. Korematsu Institute, and L. Song Richardson, Dean and Chancellors Professor of Law at the University of California, Irvine School of Law, during separate events.
  • Dr. Karen Korematsu is the daughter of the late civil rights icon, Fred Korematsu.
  • Fred Korematsu was convictedforrefusingto comply withExecutive Order 9066, which called for the relocation and detention of Japanese Americans during WWII.
  • Since her fathers passing in 2005, Dr. Karen Korematsu has carried on his legacy as a public speaker, educator and civil rights advocate.

ascena retail group Achieves Important Milestones in Restructuring Process

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Monday, September 21, 2020
Ascena Retail Group, Retailers, Retailing, Companies, Ann Inc., Justice, Lane Bryant, More

Gary Muto, Chief Executive Officer of ascena, stated, We are extremely pleased to have reached such significant milestones in our Court-supervised restructuring process.

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  • Gary Muto, Chief Executive Officer of ascena, stated, We are extremely pleased to have reached such significant milestones in our Court-supervised restructuring process.
  • Additional resources for customers and other stakeholders, and other information on ascenas financial restructuring, can be accessed by visiting the Companys restructuring website at https://www.ascenaretail.com/restructuring/ .
  • ascena retail group, inc. through its retail brands operates ecommerce websites and approximately 1,500 stores (as of August 29, 2020) throughout the United States.
  • For more information about ascena retail group, inc. visit: ascenaretail.com , AnnTaylor.com , factory.anntaylor.com , LOFT.com , outlet.loft.com , lanebryant.com , Catherines.com , and shopjustice.com .

73 Percent of Business Executives Agree Companies Have More Responsibility Than Ever Before to Take Stands on Social Justice Issues, According to Research by Porter Novella

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Thursday, September 17, 2020
Justice, Social justice, Social liberalism

Specifically, on the topic of racial equality, three-quarters (76%) of executives recognize business' role in systemic racial inequality mirroring the national average.

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  • Specifically, on the topic of racial equality, three-quarters (76%) of executives recognize business' role in systemic racial inequality mirroring the national average.
  • Even more (85%) understand their responsibility as business leaders to speak out about injustices.
  • Even as the majority of business leaders today acknowledge business can play a critical role in addressing the many social justice issues, barriers remain to further pursuing these topics.
  • As business leaders look to tackle tough social societal problems, they understand having a diverse and vibrant workforce is one step forward.

ADASINA SOCIAL CAPITAL LAUNCHES TO ALIGN INVESTORS WITH SOCIAL JUSTICE MOVEMENTS

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Wednesday, August 26, 2020
Justice, Social inequality, Social justice, Social liberalism, Articles

SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 26, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Adasina Social Capital (Adasina) an investment and financial activism firm that serves as a critical bridge between financial markets and social justice movements, today announced its official launch.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 26, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Adasina Social Capital (Adasina) an investment and financial activism firm that serves as a critical bridge between financial markets and social justice movements, today announced its official launch.
  • Through partnerships with social justice organizations that represent the communities most impacted by systemic inequities, Adasina created the Adasina Social Justice Investing Criteria, a data-driven set of investment standards that reflects social justice values and supports progressive movements for change.
  • Adasina Social Capital (Adasina) is an investment and financial activism firm that serves as a critical bridge between financial markets and social justice movements for the benefit of people and our planet.
  • Adasina Social Capital is the sister company of Robasciotti & Philipson, a registered investment advisory firm with over 15 years of experience creating social justice portfolios for clients.