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This Day in Legal History: 13th Amendment RatifiedOn December 6, 1865, the United States formally abolished slavery with the ratification of the 13th Amendment to the Constitution. This historic amendment declared that "neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction." Its passage marked the culmination of decades of abolitionist struggle and the bloody Civil War, which had torn the nation apart over the issue of human bondage. The amendment was first passed by Congress on January 31, 1865, but required ratification by three-fourths of the states to become law. This final step was achieved when Georgia, the 27th state needed for approval, ratified it. Although President Abraham Lincoln had issued the Emancipation Proclamation in 1863, freeing slaves in Confederate-held territories, the 13th Amendment went further by permanently outlawing slavery throughout the entire country, including states loyal to the Union.The amendment also laid the groundwork for subsequent constitutional changes aimed at achieving racial equality, including the 14th and 15th Amendments. However, it was not the end of systemic racial oppression. In the years that followed, practices like sharecropping and the rise of "Black Codes" sought to perpetuate the subjugation of African Americans. The amendment's exception clause—allowing involuntary servitude as punishment for crimes—also became a basis for exploitative practices in the penal system, with effects still debated today.Nevertheless, the ratification of the 13th Amendment remains a cornerstone of American history, symbolizing the nation's legal commitment to freedom and human dignity. It was a monumental step in the ongoing journey toward civil rights and justice in the United States.The U.S. Supreme Court is examining United States v. Miller, a case involving the IRS and a bankruptcy trustee, which centers on whether sovereign immunity allows the IRS to keep payments made by a company before bankruptcy. The dispute arose from All Resort Group Inc.'s payment of $145,000 to cover its directors' personal tax debts three years prior to its bankruptcy filing. The trustee argues these payments were fraudulent transfers since the company was insolvent at the time, and the IRS should return the funds like any other creditor.Justices across ideological lines expressed skepticism of the IRS's claim that state fraudulent transfer laws and extended lookback periods, typically used by bankruptcy trustees, are inapplicable due to sovereign immunity. Justice Kavanaugh warned that reversing lower court rulings in favor of the trustee could enable fraud by allowing debtors to misuse company funds while shielding the IRS from clawback actions.The IRS maintains that the trustee's actions exceed the two-year lookback period allowed under bankruptcy law and that sovereign immunity blocks state law-based extensions. Critics argue that siding with the IRS could undermine bankruptcy trustees' avoidance powers, giving the government an unfair advantage over other creditors.Justices, including Barrett, Kagan, and Jackson, questioned the IRS's reasoning, suggesting it contradicts bankruptcy law's intent to treat the government like other creditors in such cases. Legal experts noted that Utah's fraudulent transfer laws, used to extend the recovery period, align with federal principles, challenging the IRS's "peculiar" stance.IRS Climbing a Steep Hill in Bankruptcy Trustee Clawback DisputeOpenAI plans to request the centralization of eight copyright and Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) lawsuits into a multidistrict litigation (MDL) in New York and California, according to statements made to a federal judge. These lawsuits allege that OpenAI infringed on copyrights during the training of its large language models. Plaintiffs include prominent names like The New York Times, comedian Sarah Silverman, and author Ta-Nehisi Coates. OpenAI assured the court it will continue participating in discovery while the request is reviewed by the Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation. Notably, one DMCA claim by Intercept Media Inc., alleging OpenAI removed copyright management information from its content, recently survived a motion to dismiss. However, OpenAI successfully defended against a similar suit from Raw Story Media Inc. and Alternet Media Inc.The company has also sought to merge suits filed by The New York Times and Daily News LP. OpenAI is represented by Morrison & Foerster LLP, Latham & Watkins LLP, and Keker Van Nest & Peters LLP, while the authors are represented by the Joseph Saveri Law Firm LLP and Cafferty Clobes Meriwether & Sprengel LLP. The case underlines ongoing legal challenges for AI companies related to copyright and content use.OpenAI to Seek to Centralize Eight Copyright Lawsuits Against ItHouse Democrats are divided on a Senate-passed bill to add 66 judgeships to federal district courts, with some wary of granting Donald Trump the opportunity to appoint new judges during his presidency. The JUDGES Act, which aims to address judicial shortages in heavily burdened districts, represents the first major expansion of the federal judiciary since 1990. While some Democrats, such as Reps. Doris Matsui and Eric Swalwell, emphasize the urgent need for additional judges in their states, others, like Rep. Jerrold Nadler, oppose the timing, accusing Republicans of strategically advancing the bill after Trump's election win.The legislation proposes phasing in new judgeships over the next three presidential terms, beginning with 11 appointments in 2025 and another 11 in 2027. Courts in states with Democratic senators would receive 37 permanent seats, while those in Republican states would gain 26 permanent and three temporary positions. Supporters argue that the measure addresses pressing judicial workloads, such as in California's Eastern District, where judges face one of the nation's highest case-to-population ratios. However, critics suspect political maneuvering, with Rep. Zoe Lofgren questioning why Republicans waited until after Trump's victory to advance the bill. House Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan hopes to pass the measure quickly, and experts note Republicans may secure enough Democratic support despite objections. The judiciary's policymaking body and federal judges back the bill, though its timing and implications for Trump's influence over the judiciary remain contentious.House Democrats Split on Bill to Add Judges After Trump Win (1)Donald Trump announced David Sacks, venture capitalist and co-founder of Craft Ventures, as his pick for the newly created position of AI and Crypto Czar. This role will oversee federal policy on artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency, with a focus on boosting U.S. leadership in these sectors. Sacks, a prominent Trump supporter and Silicon Valley figure, has ties to Elon Musk and was a key fundraiser for Trump's campaign. He is also set to lead the Presidential Council of Advisors for Science and Technology.Sacks' responsibilities will include crafting a legal framework to provide clarity for the crypto industry, a sector Trump has pledged to support after previously criticizing it. He will also influence the regulation and adoption of AI, countering Biden-era executive orders on AI oversight, which Trump has criticized as stifling innovation. Despite holding investments in crypto and enterprise software, Sacks will not be required to divest his assets, though conflict-of-interest rules will limit his involvement in specific decisions. Known for advocating free speech and opposing "Big Tech bias," Sacks aligns with Trump's broader deregulatory agenda. His appointment, alongside crypto advocate Paul Atkins to lead the SEC, signals a strong focus on deregulation for digital assets and tech industries.Trump Names David Sacks as White House AI and Crypto Czar (2)This week's closing theme is by Ludwig van Beethoven – a composer of some note.Ludwig van Beethoven, one of the towering figures of classical music, revolutionized the art form with his innovative compositions and bold vision. Born in Bonn in 1770, Beethoven's life spanned the Classical and Romantic eras, and his works embodied the bridge between these two periods. Despite his struggles with hearing loss, he composed some of the most enduring and transformative music ever written. Among his celebrated symphonies, the Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92, stands out for its infectious energy, rhythmic innovation, and emotional depth. Premiered in 1813, the symphony's exuberance earned it a special place in audiences' hearts, with the second movement, Allegretto, becoming an instant favorite.This week, we spotlight Franz Liszt's masterful piano transcription of Beethoven's Symphony No. 7. Liszt, a virtuoso pianist and composer of the Romantic era, was renowned for his transcriptions, which brought orchestral works to the solo piano repertoire, allowing a wider audience to experience their brilliance. His transcription of the Seventh Symphony captures not only the rhythmic vitality and dramatic contrasts of Beethoven's original but also its delicate nuances and grandeur.The second movement, in particular, shines in Liszt's version, with its solemn, almost hymn-like theme resonating deeply on the piano. Its hypnotic pulse and poignant melody reveal the emotional core of Beethoven's vision, even in a solo performance. This piece embodies the interplay of intensity and elegance that defines Beethoven's work and showcases Liszt's genius as both interpreter and innovator.Without further ado, Ludwig van Beethoven's Symphony No. 7 in A Major, Op. 92. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

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Someone who is recovering from drug addiction is trying to get back on their feet. But what if the medication that is supposed to help is causing problems? In this episode of David v. Goliath, hosts Matt Dolman and Stan Gipe discuss the newest emerging mass tort relating to the use of Suboxone, a medication commonly prescribed to individuals with opioid addiction to help them get off of opiates. Recent findings show that the sublingual film version of Suboxone is acidic and causes the degradation of the protective outer layer of teeth and tooth enamel. This can have a cataclysmic effect on people's lives, and even impact their ability to find employment. There's currently a group of about 40 lawsuits in different districts throughout the United States that are likely to be consolidated over the next few weeks into multidistrict litigation (MDL). The Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation (JPML) meets on January 25th and a steering committee will be selected by late February. In the meantime, anyone who has experienced dental problems while taking Suboxone before 2022, may be able to recover compensation and should contact a reputable attorney. For more information on the Suboxone Tooth Decay Lawsuit, visit the Dolman Law Group website.Learn More and Connect☑️ Matt Dolman | LinkedIn☑️ Stan Gipe☑️ Dolman Law Group☑️ Dolman Law Group on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube☑️ Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTubeThe insights and views presented in this podcast are for general information purposes only and should not be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. The information presented is not a substitute for consulting with an attorney. Nor does tuning in to this podcast constitute an attorney-client relationship of any kind. Any case result information provided on any portion of this podcast should not be understood as a promise of any particular result in a future case. Dolman Law Group Accident Injury Lawyers: Big firm results, small firm personal attention.

On December 5th, a significant day in legal history, several pivotal events have shaped the legal landscape over the years–let's do a speed run: On this day in 1791, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, one of history's most influential composers, died in Vienna, Austria. His death led to numerous speculations and legal inquiries, reflecting the intersection of law and the arts. More specifically, Mozart's untimely demise at the age of 35 spawned various theories, ranging from poisoning to severe illness, fueling debates and investigations that persisted for centuries. The legal scrutiny surrounding his death underscored the complexities of inheritance and authorship rights during a time when the concepts of intellectual property were still in their infancy.In the United States, December 5th, 1933, marked the end of Prohibition with the ratification of the 21st Amendment, repealing the 18th Amendment. This legal reversal was a response to widespread public discontent with Prohibition and its ineffective enforcement, highlighting the dynamic nature of law and public opinion.In 1945, a mysterious event known as the disappearance of Flight 19 occurred. Five U.S. Navy bombers vanished over the Bermuda Triangle during a training flight, leading to extensive legal and investigative efforts to uncover the mystery, which remains unsolved.December 5th, 1955, saw the beginning of the Montgomery Bus Boycott, a seminal event in the American Civil Rights Movement. This boycott, sparked by Rosa Parks' refusal to give up her seat to a white passenger, led to legal battles that ultimately resulted in the desegregation of public transportation in Montgomery, Alabama.More recently, on December 5th, 2013, the world mourned the death of Nelson Mandela, South Africa's former president and an anti-apartheid icon. Mandela's life and legal work underscored the power of law as a tool for social justice and change.These events, spanning across different centuries, central figures and continents, reflect the diverse and profound impact of legal developments and personalities on our global history. They serve as reminders of how law is intertwined with cultural, social, and political realms, shaping and being shaped by the human experience.Consumer lawyers are advocating for the consolidation of approximately 20 lawsuits filed since August 2023 against pharmaceutical companies Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly. These lawsuits, related to the GLP-1 receptor agonists drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, allege that the companies failed to adequately warn consumers about severe side effects, including stomach and intestinal paralysis or obstruction. The motion for consolidation, led by attorneys from Morgan & Morgan, seeks to centralize the cases in the Western District of Louisiana, aiming to streamline the discovery process and avoid conflicting rulings from different judges.Novo Nordisk, responding to the filings, stated that its drugs have been thoroughly studied and are continuously monitored for safety. Eli Lilly, another defendant in the lawsuits, has not yet responded. The companies have previously contested the claims, arguing that the side effects of these drugs are well-known and clearly stated on their labels.Morgan & Morgan, handling a significant portion of these lawsuits and investigating over 10,000 related claims, argues that centralization in Louisiana would be beneficial. U.S. District Judge James Cain, who is currently overseeing the first lawsuit filed with these side effects claims, is also considered for presiding over the potential multidistrict litigation (MDL).The U.S. Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation (JPML) is expected to hold its next hearing on this matter in January. This legal development underscores the growing scrutiny and legal challenges faced by pharmaceutical companies regarding the safety and disclosure of side effects of their medications.As Ozempic cases mount, consumer lawyers push to consolidate lawsuits | ReutersA new report from the State Bar of California reveals significant disparities in bar exam pass rates and other metrics among different types of law schools in the state. The report found that graduates of the 18 California-accredited law schools, which are not accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA), had a pass rate of just 21% on the July 2022 bar exam. In contrast, graduates from ABA-accredited law schools in California had a 67% pass rate.This discrepancy raises questions about the value and regulation of legal education in California. The report also highlighted the diversity and affordability of non-ABA-accredited schools. Students of color account for 56% of enrollment in California-accredited schools and 50% in unaccredited schools, compared to 46% in ABA-accredited schools.Additionally, tuition costs are significantly lower at California-accredited and unaccredited schools. The average cost for a Juris Doctor degree is $174,233 at an ABA-accredited school, $75,348 at a California-accredited school, and $33,115 at an unaccredited school.California's unique law school accreditation system allows graduates of California-accredited schools to take the bar exam only in California, while ABA-accredited school graduates can take the exam in any state. Graduates of unaccredited schools can also take the California Bar, but only after passing the state's First Year Law Students Exam, or "baby bar."The report also notes that California permits aspiring lawyers to study under a lawyer or judge without attending law school, although they must pass the baby bar, a path currently pursued by celebrity Kim Kardashian.Attrition rates differ significantly among the school types, with an 8% rate at ABA-accredited schools, 42% at California-accredited schools, and 51% at unaccredited schools.Overall, the report by the State Bar of California underscores the challenges and policy considerations regarding law school education, diversity, accessibility, and the likelihood of bar exam success in the state.California law schools lacking ABA approval show 21% bar pass rate - state report | ReutersThe board appointed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to oversee Walt Disney's theme parks has accused the company of providing millions of dollars' worth of benefits to employees of a previous local board, likening these perks to bribes. The 80-page report prepared for DeSantis and the Florida legislature alleges that Disney treated district employees like its own by offering complimentary annual passes, steep discounts, and other benefits. This practice, according to the report, led district employees to prioritize Disney's interests.The Reedy Creek District, established in 1967 to support Walt Disney World's development, enjoyed broad self-regulatory authority under Disney's control. The report claims that the old board was inverted to serve Disney, holding voting control and in need of reform. However, the current board does not accuse the previous board of criminal activity.The Central Florida Oversight Board will soon vote on whether to accept this report, which has been criticized by a Disney spokesperson as "revisionist history" and lacking credibility. Disney has not directly addressed the report's allegations, and the former board members were not immediately available for comment.The report also states that Disney provided benefits to employees, supervisors, retirees, and vendors, including complimentary passes and discounts on various services. From 2018 to the present fiscal year, the district reportedly spent between $1.78 million to $2.54 million annually on these benefits, initially funded by Disney but later reimbursed using taxpayer dollars.Additionally, the report highlights that former District Administrator John Classe charged about $166,000 to his district card over 15 months, with a significant portion on parties and celebrations. The unfolding dispute between Disney and Florida's government has led to lawsuits, with Disney suing Florida for allegedly weaponizing state government and the DeSantis-appointed board counter-suing over favorable deals to Disney.DeSantis board accuses Disney of controlling previous one with gifts | ReutersFormer U.S. President Donald Trump is attempting to appeal a decision that reinstated gag orders in his ongoing New York civil fraud case. These gag orders, initially imposed by Justice Arthur Engoron on October 3, prevent Trump from publicly speaking about court staff. The orders were issued after Trump shared a social media post falsely claiming the judge's top law clerk was U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's "girlfriend," leading to hundreds of threats against the court.The gag orders were briefly paused on November 16 by an appeals court judge, but they were reinstated by a mid-level state appeals court last Thursday. Trump has already been fined $15,000 for violating the gag order twice, with Engoron warning of steeper penalties for future breaches, including possible imprisonment.In the fraud case, Trump is accused of overstating his net worth by billions to deceive lenders and insurers, and the trial is now focused on damages after Engoron found Trump's financial statements fraudulent. Trump's lawyer, Clifford Robert, has requested permission from the Appellate Division to appeal the gag order's reinstatement to the state's highest court, the Court of Appeals. Robert argues that the orders infringe on Trump's First Amendment rights.Meanwhile, New York State Attorney General Letitia James, who initiated the case, seeks $250 million in penalties and aims to ban Trump from New York state real estate business. Trump denies the allegations, claiming political bias by James, a Democrat.In addition, Trump faces a similar gag order in a federal criminal case related to actions in the 2020 U.S. election. Overall, Trump is contending with four federal and state criminal indictments, to which he has pleaded not guilty.Trump seeks to appeal reinstated gag orders in New York civil fraud case | Reuters Get full access to Minimum Competence - Daily Legal News Podcast at www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

On this day in legal history, Richard M. Nixon resigned the office of the presidency, effective at noon. We covered that in yesterday's episode, so we won't go in to detail here. Instead, let's talk about Charles Manson.On this day in legal history, the Manson Family murdered actress Sharon Tate and four others in Los Angeles, California. The Manson Family murders not only shocked the nation but also presented an unprecedented challenge to the legal system. The subsequent trial was one of the longest and most widely publicized in American history, highlighting the difficulties in prosecuting criminal enterprises with deep psychological manipulation and control over its members. The complex nature of the crime, involving a charismatic leader and followers willing to commit murder on his command, pushed the boundaries of legal procedures and criminal responsibility. Moreover, the trial raised serious questions about the role of the media in shaping public opinion and potentially influencing the outcome of a case. Legal experts and scholars took a keen interest in the legal strategies employed, which included an attempt to prove that Manson's control over his followers was so complete that they were not responsible for their actions. The verdict, which saw Manson and several of his followers convicted, set a precedent in dealing with similar cult-like criminal organizations. Overall, the legal proceedings following the Manson murders contributed significantly to the development of legal theories and practices related to cult behavior, group responsibility, and the intersection of law, psychology, and media influence.Three in-house lawyers for Southwest Airlines were ordered to undergo religious freedom training from the Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) after a federal judge, Judge Brantley Starr, sanctioned them for inappropriate wording in a company notice on employee rights. The ruling came after former Southwest employee Charlene Carter won a religious discrimination case after being fired for anti-abortion social media posts. Judge Starr criticized Southwest's compliance with the court's order and mandated a “verbatim” statement reflecting the court's preferred language. The judge also expressed concerns over Southwest's "chronic failure" to understand federal religious freedom protections and considered the training the “least restrictive means” to ensure compliance. Southwest plans to appeal both the order and the underlying judgment. Meanwhile, the ADF, a Christian legal nonprofit, disputes the Southern Poverty Law Center's characterization of it as a hate group for its anti-LGBTQ views.The case has drawn attention to the balance between company policies and federal laws, especially Title VII, that protect religious freedoms. While Southwest argued it had the right to speak to its workers and maintain its civility policies, the judge's decision reflects the precedence of federal laws over internal company guidelines. Mark Mix, president of the National Right to Work Foundation, expressed hope that the order might encourage workers to express religious dissent against company and union political agendas.Southwest Lawyers Must Take ADF Religion Classes, Judge Says (1)The American Bar Association (ABA) has called on U.S. judicial leaders to investigate the mental health effects of violent or traumatic incidents on judges, their staff, and families, and recommend measures to enhance their safety. The request comes in the wake of increased threats and violence, such as an assassination attempt on Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh and the 2020 murder of U.S. District Judge Esther Salas's son. The ABA's House of Delegates supported a resolution at its annual meeting, focusing on the mental health impacts of high caseloads and violence, and encouraging the development of training and professional, confidential treatment for judges and their families.The resolution's report emphasized that existing legislation, such as the Daniel Anderl Judicial Security and Privacy Act, does not adequately address the whole threat spectrum or all victims. It stressed the need for attention to the broader community affected by traumatic events, including the often "forgotten" staff and families. The report also highlighted that trauma can stem not only from violent threats but also from experiences within court proceedings, such as complex sentencings, divorces, and abuse cases. It called for training on topics such as secondary trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, and overall mental and emotional well-being.ABA calls for mental health study of judiciary amid rising threats | ReutersGoogle has requested a U.S. appeals court to pause a decision that would return an antitrust lawsuit, filed by Texas, back to federal court in Texas. The lawsuit, initially filed in 2020, accuses Google of abusing its dominance in advertising technology. The U.S. Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation initially granted the state's request to send the lawsuit back to Texas, but stayed the decision to give Google time to appeal. Google has disputed the move, arguing that a law granting state attorneys general the right to choose where an antitrust lawsuit will be litigated is not retroactive.This is the case that gave rise to discussions of Google's ad business potentially needing to be split, Bell Telephone-style. Google makes emergency request to block Texas antitrust lawsuit move | ReutersThe wealthy are increasingly using private foundations to create "jewel-box museums," garnering massive tax deductions while retaining control and enjoyment of valuable assets. These foundations, which are just basically 501(c)(3) organizations, are becoming tools of tax avoidance for affluent individuals, especially when they use them to house art or historic properties. The scheme typically involves donating an ostentatious mansion or valuable property to a private foundation, thereby theoretically entitling the donor to a plethora of income tax deductions. However, enforcement is lax, and there are not enough resources to ensure that these "museums" provide genuine public benefits or admit the public regularly.The reduction in IRS funding has hindered the agency's ability to police these quasi-museum schemes. Consequently, there is a need for tighter rules, more specific policies, and more transparent reporting to close existing loopholes. My proposed solutions include requiring explicit reporting of public access details, implementing random audits for compliance, and incentivizing whistleblowers. At the heart of the solution is a requirement for increased IRS funding and the political will to enforce regulations more stringently. Without addressing these loopholes, efforts to increase tax compliance by the wealthy or raise tax rates on top earners will continue to be undermined, perpetuating a system that disproportionately benefits the affluent.‘Jewel-Box' Museums Are the Wealthy's Latest Tax Dodge Scheme Get full access to Minimum Competence - Daily Legal News Podcast at www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 15-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world, from Sunday through Thursday. Knesset correspondent Carrie Keller-Lynn and health reporter Renee Ghert-Zand join host Amanda Borschel-Dan on today's episode. A 10-week-old infant in Jerusalem has died of whooping cough and there's been a 12-fold increase of whooping cough cases in 2023 over the same period in 2022. What is the Health Ministry recommending? The judicial selection committee is the current focus of political angst, with Justice Minister Yariv Levin addressing the issue yesterday from the podium. What did he say? Yesterday, Opposition parties got behind Yesh Atid MK Karine Elharrar as their candidate for a June 14 vote on selecting two lawmakers to serve on Israel's judicial appointments panel. But in the coalition, we're not seeing complete alignment. What's the deeper story here? For those who are contemplating immigrating to Israel, on Tuesday, the interior minister got one step closer to having the power to refuse to issue a passport to a new immigrant who arrived under Israel's Law of Return until the immigrant has proven that their center of life is in Israel. We hear what are some reasons behind this change. The first known case of the genetic disease progeria, commonly called Benjamin Button disease, was reported yesterday in Israel. What is this disease? Some good news for a change: Researchers at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev have developed a new bio-sensing technology that predicts cancer patients' response to immune checkpoint inhibitor (ICI) immunotherapy. Ghert-Zand explains how it works. Discussed articles include: 10-week-old infant dies of whooping cough in Jerusalem Levin calls current judge selection process ‘invalid' and ‘unworthy' of a democracy Ending squabble, opposition aligns behind Yesh Atid's Elharrar for judicial panel Wrangling over nominations for judicial selection panel strains overhaul talks Government moves to reinstate 1-year residency requirement for passports Israel sees its first-ever case of rare rapid aging ‘Benjamin Button' disease New Israeli technology improves prediction of patient response to immunotherapy Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on iTunes, Spotify, PlayerFM, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. IMAGE: File: Heads of opposition parties Yesh Atid head MK Yair Lapid, National Unity head MK Benny Gantz and leader of the United Arab List MK Mansour Abbas hold a joint press conference in Tel Aviv, on March 16, 2023. (Avshalom Sassoni/Flash90)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick is joined by writer and broadcaster Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world. They spend a good chunk of today's episode debating the merits of the newly announced governance structure for British racing, which seeks to give the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) more power over decision making. They are joined by Racecourse Association (RCA) CEO David Armstrong. Also in this episode, Lydia and Nick discuss the offering for customers at Cheltenham on Sunday, the developments in the Christophe Soumillon case, the Judicial Panel's in-tray, and more, while Lydia tells Nick why Monmiral can beat Jonbon at Warwick and even gives a bet for the Tingle Creek Chase. Other guests on today's show include Tony Mullins, whose star mare Princess Zoe is bound for the Sceptre sessions, while Italian Marco Bozzi is this week's Weatherbys Bloodstock guest.

Nick is joined by writer and broadcaster Lydia Hislop to discuss the latest news and events from around the racing world. They spend a good chunk of today's episode debating the merits of the newly announced governance structure for British racing, which seeks to give the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) more power over decision making. They are joined by Racecourse Association (RCA) CEO David Armstrong. Also in this episode, Lydia and Nick discuss the offering for customers at Cheltenham on Sunday, the developments in the Christophe Soumillon case, the Judicial Panel's in-tray, and more, while Lydia tells Nick why Monmiral can beat Jonbon at Warwick and even gives a bet for the Tingle Creek Chase. Other guests on today's show include Tony Mullins, whose star mare Princess Zoe is bound for the Sceptre sessions, while Italian Marco Bozzi is this week's Weatherbys Bloodstock guest.

Frank Morano interviews a panel of judges featuring Judge Phillip Straniere, retired supervising judge of the New York City Civil Court in Richmond County, who also served as an Acting State Supreme Court Justice. He's also the author of Filing and Winning Small Claims For Dummies. Judge Herb Dodell, host of the radio show “For the People,” California Superior Court Judge Pro Tem and author of the new book, “From the Trench to the Bench: Navigating the Legal System and Finding your Spiritual Path Along the Way”. and Judge LaDoris Hazzard Cordell, retired judge of the Superior Court of California and former Independent Police Auditor for the city of San Jose, California. and the author of the book “Her Honor: My Life on the Bench” are apart of the panel as well. Frank interviews them on their personal careers and a variety of other things. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can a juvenile call his father as a witness on a motion to suppress, or does the rule against a parent testifying against their child prohibit it? Can a judge sentence a juvenile to probation with a condition that they comply with all requirements of DYS conditions of liberty? Hear from Judges Karen Hennessy and Joanna Rodriguez of the Essex Juvenile Court in this podcast, excerpted from MCLE's 2/17/2022 live webcast: Juvenile Court Judicial Forum 2022. The full program is available as an on demand webcast or an MP3 here. Get 24/7 instant access to hundreds of related eLectures like this one—and more—with a subscription to the MCLE OnlinePass. Learn more at www.mcle.org/onlinepass.

The Lagos State Government has released two volumes of the report of the Judicial Panel of Inquiry detailing the fallout of the #EndSARS protests in October last year. The second volume of the Justice Doris Okuwobi-led panel showed that of the 65 petitions to the committee by members of the police force impacted by the demonstration, 11 were considered worthy of resolution. The panel said the funds had been exhausted and therefore appealed to Sanwo-Olu to augment the N400 million earlier made available for the purpose.

The Lagos State Government has released two volumes of the report of the Judicial Panel of Inquiry detailing the fallout of the #EndSARS protests in October last year. The second volume of the Justice Doris Okuwobi-led panel showed that of the 65 petitions to the committee by members of the police force impacted by the demonstration, 11 were considered worthy of resolution. The panel said the funds had been exhausted and therefore appealed to Sanwo-Olu to augment the N400 million earlier made available for the purpose.

The Lagos State Government has released two volumes of the report of the Judicial Panel of Inquiry detailing the fallout of the #EndSARS protests in October last year. The second volume of the Justice Doris Okuwobi-led panel showed that of the 65 petitions to the committee by members of the police force impacted by the demonstration, 11 were considered worthy of resolution. The panel said the funds had been exhausted and therefore appealed to Sanwo-Olu to augment the N400 million earlier made available for the purpose.

Recorded by Nigerian Investigative Journalist Dr Kemi Olunloyo of #Kemitalks Media. Follow @KemiOlunloyo on Facebook and Twitter. Kemitalksmedia@yahoo.com. Support this podcast series by DONATING to 2007477948 First Bank of Nigeria or PayPal.me/OlukemiOlunloyo

A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa, says there is no provision in the law that empowers the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, to overrule the decisions of the #EndSARS Judicial Panel of Inquiry. The senior lawyer also argued that no provision exists for the issuance of a White Paper under the law setting up the Panel. Mr Adegboruwa declared that the Governor cannot issue a White Paper to overrule the decisions of a Judicial Panel of Inquiry.

A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa, says there is no provision in the law that empowers the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, to overrule the decisions of the #EndSARS Judicial Panel of Inquiry. The senior lawyer also argued that no provision exists for the issuance of a White Paper under the law setting up the Panel. Mr Adegboruwa declared that the Governor cannot issue a White Paper to overrule the decisions of a Judicial Panel of Inquiry.

A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Ebun-Olu Adegboruwa, says there is no provision in the law that empowers the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, to overrule the decisions of the #EndSARS Judicial Panel of Inquiry. The senior lawyer also argued that no provision exists for the issuance of a White Paper under the law setting up the Panel. Mr Adegboruwa declared that the Governor cannot issue a White Paper to overrule the decisions of a Judicial Panel of Inquiry.

The Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, has insisted that nobody died during the #EndSARS protest at the Lekki Toll Gate in Lagos State in October 2020.Mr Mohammed said this on Tuesday while addressing a news conference in Abuja. He also described the report circulating online as fake.His comments come a week after the judicial panel probing allegations of police brutality in Lagos State submitted its findings to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.One of the reports was on claims of police brutality while the other was on the shooting in the Lekki area of Lagos State on October 20, 2020, said to have killed and injured several protesters. The minister emphatically, said: “We reject the notion that our soldiers and policemen massacred innocent Nigerians at the Lekki Tollgate”.He also demanded relatives of the victims to come forward with evidence, saying that “any parent who is afraid to testify about the death of his or her child is not worthy to be called a parent".Below is the full text of his speech.TEXT OF THE PRESS CONFERENCE ADDRESSED BY THE HON. MINISTER OFINFORMATION AND CULTURE, ALHAJI LAI MOHAMMED, IN ABUJA ON TUESDAY NOV. 23RD 2021 ON THE REPORT OF THE LAGOS STATE JUDICIAL PANEL OF INQUIRY AND RESTITUTION TO INVESTIGATE CASES OF POLICE BRUTALITY AND THE INCIDENT OF OCT. 20TH 2020 AT LEKKI TOLL GATEGood morning gentlemen,2. It's no longer news that the Lagos State Judicial Panel of Inquiry that investigated cases of police brutality as well as the incident of Oct. 20th, 2020, at Lekki Toll Gate in Lagos has submitted its report. The submission happened whileI was out of the country on national assignment. Unlike many commentators and analysts, we took our time to read and digest the report, and we are now well placed to respond.3. Without mincing words, let me say that never in the history of any Judicial Panel in this country has its report been riddled with so many errors, inconsistencies, discrepancies, speculations, innuendoes, omissions and conclusions that are not supported by evidence. What is circulating in public space is simply a rehash of the unverified fake news that has been playing on social media since the incident of Oct.20th 2020. It is simply incredible that a Judicial Panel set up to investigate an incident has submitted a report laden with allegations, the same allegations it was set up to investigate in the first instance. Instead of sitting for all of one year, the panel could have just compiled social media ‘tales by the moonlight' on the incident and submitted, saving taxpayers' funds and everyone's time. That report is nothing but the triumph of fake news and the intimidation of a silent majority by a vociferous lynch mob.4. Gentlemen, we have read some critical analysis of the report by a courageous few. One commentator, a lawyer, said it raised more questions than answers. Another commentator, a journalist, called it a ‘disgraceful report by a disgraceful panel', saying it reported allegations instead of investigating the allegations. Yet another wondered how a Judicial Panel could use the words ‘massacre in context' and equate such to a massacre. All these and many more have raised valid questions on that report. We salute their courage and refusal to be cowed by the rampaging lynch mob that has been screaming blue murder since the report was released.5. We do not intend to bore you by rehashing details of the discrepancies, innuendoes, inconsistencies and errors in that report. They are already in the public space. Let us, however, point out some key highlights of such discrepancies, errors, omissions, etc.i) – The report threw away the testimony of ballistic experts who testified before it. The experts said, inter alia, in their testimony:”The Team finds that from the medical data examined, including thetimeline of arrival at medical facility and the nature of the injuriessustained by the Victims, who were taken to the 5 medical facilities,that no military grade live ammunition (high-velocity) was fired atthe protesters at Lekki Tollgate on 20th October 2020, within thetimeframe of reference (18.30- 20.34hrs). That the GSW (Gun ShotWounds) injuries (4 in number between 19:05 and 19:45 hrs), which wereexamined by the Team, can be safely identified as being discharged byeither low velocity caliber and/or artisanal/12-gauge firearms(artisanal firearms are locally-fabricated weapons). What is howevercertain is that had the military personnel deliberately fired militarygrade live ammunition directly at the protesters; there would havebeen significantly more fatalities and catastrophic injuriesrecorded. This was clearly not the case.''i) – The same panel that said it deemed as credible the evidence of the Forensic Pathologist, Prof. John Obafunwa, that only three of the bodies on which post mortem were conducted were from Lekki and only one had gunshot injury went on to contradict itself by saying nine persons died of gunshot wounds at Lekki!iii) – The man whose evidence (that he counted 11 bodies in a military van where he was left for dead before he escaped) was found to be crucial by the panel never testified in person. Rather, the video of his ‘testimony' was played by someone else. It did not occur to the panel to query the veracity of the testimony of a man who said he was shot and presumed dead but still had time to count dead bodies inside a supposedly dark van at night!iv) – The panel said trucks with brushes underneath were brought to the Lekki Toll Gate in the morning of Oct. 21 2020 to clean up bloodstains and other evidence, but still found bullet casings at the same site when it visited on Oct. 30th 2020. It said soldiers picked up bullet casings from Lekki Toll Gate on the night of Oct. 20th 2020, yet claimed that policemen came to the same spot to pick the same bullet casings on Oct. 21st 2020!v) – The panel was silent on the family members of those reportedly killed, merely insinuating they were afraid to testify. Even goats have owners who will look for them if they do not return home, not to talk of human beings. Where are the family members of those who were reportedly killed at Lekki Toll Gate? If the panel is recommending compensation for the families, what are their identities and addresses? Who will receive the compensations when no family members have shown up to date?vi) – How did a man who reported seeing the lifeless body of his brother himself ended up being on the list of the panel's deceased persons?vii) – How can a Judicial Panel convince anyone that the names of some casualties of the Lekki Toll Gate incident listed as numbers 3 (Jide), 42 (Tola) and 43 (Wisdom) are not fictitious names.viii) – Why did the Judicial Panel feel compelled to concoct a ”massacre in context” as a euphemism for ”massacre”? A massacre is a massacre. What is ”massacre in context?”x) – The report never mentioned cases of police personnel who were brutally murdered or the massive destruction of police stations, vehicles, e.t c during the Endsars protest. Does this mean that the panel didn't consider policemen and women as human beings?x) – The report didn't make any recommendation on the innocent people whose businesses were attacked and destroyed during the protest in Lagos. I think it was too busy looking for evidence to support its conclusion of ‘massacre in context'.6. It is clear, from the ongoing, that the report of the panel in circulation cannot be relied upon because its authenticity is in doubt. Besides, the Lagos State Government, being the convening authority, has yet to release any official report to the public.Neither has the panel done so. The cowardly leakage of an unsigned report to the public is not enough. Assuming the report in circulation bears any iota of genuineness, it is basic knowledge that the report of such a panel is of no force until the convening authority issues a White Paper and Gazette on it. It is therefore too premature for any person or entity to seek to castigate the Federal Government and its agencies or officials based on such an unofficial and unvalidated report.7. CNN AND OTHERSThe CNN has been celebrating the leaked report of the Lagos State Judicial Panel of Inquiry. In its rush to claim vindication, CNN apparently didn't even read the report before rolling out the drums in celebration. By that action, CNN has celebrated prematurely and has now committed a double faux pas: First, by relying on unverified social media stories and videos to carry out an investigation of the Oct. 20th 2020 incident at Lekki, where it did not have a correspondent on ground.CNN goofed in its report on the findings of the panel, which fell below the main standards of journalism. Secondly, CNN rushed to the air to celebrate an unsigned and unverified report that is riddled with inconsistencies, errors, discrepancies, innuendoes. That's double faux pas by a news organization that is eager and willing to compromise standards just to claim vindication.8. Sadly, a section of the Nigerian media has also joined the lynch mob. Honestly, in an attempt to vilify government at all costs, they have done themselves a great disservice. How can any news organization worth its salt write an Editorial validating this kind of report? Are they not seeing what others, including journalists and lawyers, are seeing? In a shocking twist, a Nigerian newspaper chose to hail what it calls ‘'detailed investigative report'' by CNN, even when the news channel did not even cover the incident of Oct. 20th 2020! It's a classic case of cutting your nose to spite your face.9 CONCLUSIONSi) – Gentlemen, there is absolutely nothing in the report that is circulating to make us change our stand that there was no massacre at Lekki on Oct. 20th 2020. For us to change our stand, a well-investigated report of the incident that meets all required standards and will withstand every scrutiny must be pro

Update on Fifth Circuit OSHA Vaccine Mandate Ruling The Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) issued by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) on November 5, 2021, requires employers with 100 or more employees to either implement a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy or force employees to present a weekly negative COVID-19 test. The ETS is unprecedently broad, invasive, and an unconstitutional exercise of legislative power vested in Congress. NCLA filed an amicus brief in BST Holdings, LLC, et al. v. OSHA, et al. in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, challenging the mandate. OSHA recently announced that it was “suspending activities related to the implementation and enforcement of the ETS pending future developments in the litigation.” On November 16, the U.S. Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation held a lottery to select the federal appeals court to address the multiple petitions seeking review of the ETS. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit was randomly selected.  NCLA's Litigation Over USDA's Violation of FACA NCLA has filed a reply brief in support of our appeal to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit in the lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), R-CALF USA v. USDA, et al. The principal contested issue in this case is whether two federal advisory committees, the Cattle Traceability Working Group (CTWG) and the Producers Traceability Council (PTC), were “established” by Appellees within the meaning of the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA). USDA denies they “established” the committees, but they do so by claiming that the term should be “narrowly” construed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Human rights activist and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has urged the Lagos State Government to implement the recommendations of the Judicial Panel of Inquiry, set up to investigate cases of police brutality and other SARS-related crimes. He says members of the Okuwobi Judicial Commission of Inquiry deserve commendation for the thorough investigation of police brutality in Lagos State, adding that a copy of the report should be sent to the President. The says the revelation that some of the 99 dead bodies dumped in the various mortuaries in Lagos by soldiers were traced to the Lekki Toll Gate has exposed the official lie that the report of the brutal killing was a figment of the imagination of the protesters.

Human rights activist and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has urged the Lagos State Government to implement the recommendations of the Judicial Panel of Inquiry, set up to investigate cases of police brutality and other SARS-related crimes. He says members of the Okuwobi Judicial Commission of Inquiry deserve commendation for the thorough investigation of police brutality in Lagos State, adding that a copy of the report should be sent to the President. The says the revelation that some of the 99 dead bodies dumped in the various mortuaries in Lagos by soldiers were traced to the Lekki Toll Gate has exposed the official lie that the report of the brutal killing was a figment of the imagination of the protesters.

Human rights activist and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has urged the Lagos State Government to implement the recommendations of the Judicial Panel of Inquiry, set up to investigate cases of police brutality and other SARS-related crimes. He says members of the Okuwobi Judicial Commission of Inquiry deserve commendation for the thorough investigation of police brutality in Lagos State, adding that a copy of the report should be sent to the President. The says the revelation that some of the 99 dead bodies dumped in the various mortuaries in Lagos by soldiers were traced to the Lekki Toll Gate has exposed the official lie that the report of the brutal killing was a figment of the imagination of the protesters.

The Judicial Panel of Inquiry set up by the Lagos state government to probe October 20, 2020, #EndSARs protest has revealed that at least 11 persons were killed during the peaceful demonstration at the Lekki Tollgate and another four missing but presumed dead making a total of 15. The report was an incriminating indictment of heightening extrajudicial killings and unprofessionalism by Nigerian law enforcement agents The report described as atrocious, the maiming and killing of unarmed, helpless and unresisting protesters while sitting on the floor, waving their Nigerian flags and singing the National Anthem, stressing that the act could be equated to a massacre in context. The panel stated that 24 sustained gunshot injuries, while 15 others were assaulted by soldiers and police, revealing that 96 other corpses were presented by a Forensic Pathologist at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Prof. John Obafunwa.

The Judicial Panel of Inquiry set up by the Lagos state government to probe October 20, 2020, #EndSARs protest has revealed that at least 11 persons were killed during the peaceful demonstration at the Lekki Tollgate and another four missing but presumed dead making a total of 15. The report was an incriminating indictment of heightening extrajudicial killings and unprofessionalism by Nigerian law enforcement agents The report described as atrocious, the maiming and killing of unarmed, helpless and unresisting protesters while sitting on the floor, waving their Nigerian flags and singing the National Anthem, stressing that the act could be equated to a massacre in context. The panel stated that 24 sustained gunshot injuries, while 15 others were assaulted by soldiers and police, revealing that 96 other corpses were presented by a Forensic Pathologist at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Prof. John Obafunwa.

The Judicial Panel of Inquiry set up by the Lagos state government to probe October 20, 2020, #EndSARs protest has revealed that at least 11 persons were killed during the peaceful demonstration at the Lekki Tollgate and another four missing but presumed dead making a total of 15. The report was an incriminating indictment of heightening extrajudicial killings and unprofessionalism by Nigerian law enforcement agents The report described as atrocious, the maiming and killing of unarmed, helpless and unresisting protesters while sitting on the floor, waving their Nigerian flags and singing the National Anthem, stressing that the act could be equated to a massacre in context. The panel stated that 24 sustained gunshot injuries, while 15 others were assaulted by soldiers and police, revealing that 96 other corpses were presented by a Forensic Pathologist at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, Prof. John Obafunwa.

Former Mumbai commissioner's lawyer tells Chandiwal Commission he doesn't want any cross-examination either. Panel is probing his ‘extortion' claims against ex-state home minister Anil Deshmukh. ----more---- Read the full article here: https://theprint.in/india/dont-want-to-show-evidence-in-deshmukh-case-untraceable-param-bir-singh-tells-judicial-panel/760831/

Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu says the final report of the Judicial Panel of Enquiry and Restitution in the state was being awaited, assuring that his government would disclose the report fully to members of the public.The Governor says the panel report would be helpful in strengthening true reconciliation and preventing the re-occurrence of violence in the State.Sanwo-Olu says the panel was set up to look into allegations of human rights abuses against the police and also determine the cause of coordinated attacks on Lagos, noting that the panel's final report would be fully implemented.

Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu says the final report of the Judicial Panel of Enquiry and Restitution in the state was being awaited, assuring that his government would disclose the report fully to members of the public.The Governor says the panel report would be helpful in strengthening true reconciliation and preventing the re-occurrence of violence in the State.Sanwo-Olu says the panel was set up to look into allegations of human rights abuses against the police and also determine the cause of coordinated attacks on Lagos, noting that the panel's final report would be fully implemented.

Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu says the final report of the Judicial Panel of Enquiry and Restitution in the state was being awaited, assuring that his government would disclose the report fully to members of the public.The Governor says the panel report would be helpful in strengthening true reconciliation and preventing the re-occurrence of violence in the State.Sanwo-Olu says the panel was set up to look into allegations of human rights abuses against the police and also determine the cause of coordinated attacks on Lagos, noting that the panel's final report would be fully implemented.

This week we sit down with Hannah Fleming, Chief Justice of the Ohio University Student Senate Judicial Panel, who is the first female to hold the position at OU. Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens, and state politics. You can find new episodes on Monday at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded. Credits: Host/Writer/Manager: Emily Zeiler - @emily_zeiler Host/Writer/Editor: Bo Kuhn - @bo_kuhn_ Guest: Hannah Fleming Intro/Outro song- Dance Summer by Muza Production via Adobe Stock.

The Lagos State Judicial Panel on Restitution of Victims for The Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) and other related matters continued its session on Saturday.During the sitting, a trader, Mrs Gift Effiong, told the panel that she has been looking for her husband since he left home during the #EndSARS protests in 2020.The witness narrated how she went from one police station to another searching for her husband, she also went to prisons, hospitals and mortuaries, but all efforts proved abortiveThe mother of six pleaded with the panel to help her find her husband.Also family members and relatives of late Paul Lucky are still looking for the missing body, a former driver and security officer at Jakande Estate, in the Ilasan/Ajah area.On October 20, Mr Lucky reportedly had an altercation with a police officer, Sgt John Dagbo of the Ilasan police station, who allegedly shot him and took his body away.A witness, Mr Olanrewaju Kazeem, the Community Development Association Chairman of Jakande Estate, Ilasan testified to the panel. However, the panel has granted the petitioner's request to summon the DPO of Ilasan police station, Mrs Onyinye Onwuamaegbu .It is a similar story with a school teacher, Mrs Egwu Celestina Ebele. She made it known to the panel how she received a phone call in December 2008 informing her that her husband was gunned down by a police officer on his way to work.The commission adjourned all of the cases to next month.

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mohammed Adamu, has ordered the immediate withdrawal of the suit challenging the legality of the States' Judicial Panel of Inquiry into alleged brutality by the defunct Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) filed by the police.A statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Frank Mba, disclosed that :The Inspector General of Police, IGP M.A Adamu, NPM, mni has ordered for the immediate discontinuation and withdrawal of the suit challenging the legality of the States' Judicial Panel of Inquiry into alleged brutality by the defunct Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS).The IGP's order, today, 4th December, 2020, is sequel to the outcome of investigations into the role played by the Force Legal Section in the institution of the said suit.Recall that the IGP had yesterday, 3rd December, 2020, ordered a probe into the alleged involvement of the Force Legal Section in the attempt to halt the ongoing States' Judicial Panel inquiries into the activities of the defunct SARS.Meanwhile, the IGP reassures citizens that the Force remains committed to the course of justice at all times and will not allow anybody to constitute a ‘brick-wall' to the ongoing reform processes of the Force.

Have you been following the Judicial Panel of Inquiry? Here's today's #BigHardFact: Brigadier-General Ahmed Taiwo, testified at the Lagos Judicial Panel of Inquiry, that some of the soldiers at the Lekki Tollgate had live ammunition.

Here's today's #BigHardFact: The Lagos State Judicial Panel of Inquiry is on recess until November 14th. Is the Government taking the Lagos State Judicial Panel Seriously? #NigeriaInfoHF | @SEzekwesili

Prof. Zachary Gundu joined this evening's #LetsTalk with Ponsah Fanap and Opeyemi Akinyode to discuss the state of the Nation and how to better grapple with the challenges that are faced by Nigeria. According to Prof Gundu, the #EndSARS protest is a wakeup call to all Nigerians, and anyone that feels the protest has ended is a joker. In another remarks, he said Nigerians won't trust the Judicial Panel of Enquiry due to the past experiences we've had in the country. We can do more in Nigeria. Stream: bit.ly/JayfmLive #LetsTalk --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jay-fm-podcast/message

The Nigerian Army has said that it was persuaded to enforce the curfew in Lagos by the state government.The army declared, on Tuesday, in a statement by its 81 Division in Lagos. The statement was signed by its appointee Osoba Olaniyi.Mr Adeniyi while explaining the role played by the army at the Lekki toll gate maintained that they acted within the confines of the Rules of Engagement for Internal Security operations.He also stated that soldiers did not shoot at the #EndSARS protesters in Lagos.In the statement titled “Press release on alleged massacre of protesters at Lekki toll gate,” Mr Olaniyi described the allegations of soldiers shooting at protesters as untrue, adding that no soldier fired a shot at the protesters.“The attention of Headquarters 81 Division Nigerian Army has been drawn to a viral video on social media in which it was alleged that civilians protesters were massacred by soldiers at Lekki toll plaza.”“This allegation is untrue, unfounded and aimed at causing anarchy in the country. At no time did soldiers of the Nigerian Army open fire on any civilian.”“From the onset of the ENDSARS protest, there was no time personnel of 81 Division Nigerian Army Lagos, were involved.”“However, the decision to call in the military was taken by the Lagos State Government after a 24 hours curfew was imposed.”“This was as a result of the violence which led to several police stations being burnt, policemen killed, suspects in police custody released and weapons carted away.”“The situation was fast degenerating into anarchy. It was at this point that LASG requested for the military to intervene in order to restore normalcy.“The intervention of the military followed all laid down procedures for internal security operations and all the soldiers involved acted within the confines of the Rules of Engagement for Internal Security operations,” the statement read.Mr Olaniyi added that there were “glaring and convincing evidence to attest that no protester was shot by the soldiers.”The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, had earlier disclosed that soldiers shot at the protesters.Mr Sanwo-Olu said this in an interview with CNN on Monday.The governor also said he did not invite soldiers or ask them to shoot at at protesters.The governor also promise that the CCTV footage of the incident would be available to the state judicial panel probing brutality of security operatives.“We will be committed to a full investigation of what happened and people would be held accountable. They certainly would be held accountable. We would do everything possible to ensure that they are held accountable,” he said.“People have claimed that their friends and family members have been killed. So, this Judicial Panel of Enquiry is meant to bring all of these stories to accountability; where we can make restitutions, where families can prove and identify officers that were responsible for this.“I am not the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces; I am Governor of a State. The report would be out and we would channel the report to all the relevant authorities in the state to ensure that every one that is found culpable is accountable for the act,” he said.

Joe Jerome: An overview of GDPR requirements (Ep. 130) Bio  Joseph Jerome (@joejerome) is a Policy Counsel on CDT's Privacy & Data Project. His work focuses on the legal and ethical questions posed by smart technologies and big data, and he is interested in developing transparency and accountability mechanisms and procedures around novel uses of data. Prior to joining CDT, Joe was an associate in the cybersecurity and privacy practice of a major law firm. His practice focused on advertising technologies and privacy compliance in the health and financial sectors. Additionally, he worked on a wide range of consumer privacy issues at the Future of Privacy Forum and has written articles about data ethics, trust in the online gig economy, and emerging technologies in video games. Joe has a J.D. from the New York University School of Law, where he was an International Law and Human Rights Student Fellow, and a B.A. from Boston University. Resources enter for Democracy and Technology (CDT) Top 10 operational impacts of the GDPR (via IAPP) Top 10 operational responses to the GDPR (via IAPP) Security, Privacy & Tech Inquiries Blog by Lukasz Olejnik World without Mind by Franklin Foer News Roundup Trump fails to act on Russian cyberattacks U.S. Cyber Command head Admiral Mike Rogers told the Senate Armed Services Committee that President Trump has yet to give an order to implement measures that would prevent further Russian cyberattacks. This is despite reports last week of Russia's deepening efforts to interfere with American politics. For example, the House Committee on Science, Space and Technology released a report saying that between 2015 and 2017, accounts on social media that were linked to Russian propagandists, tried to influence policies that would undermine U.S. efforts to sell natural gas in Europe where Russia has considerable market share. Also, Reddit reported that thousands shared Russian propaganda on its site, prompting demands for more answers from the Senate Intelligence Committee, which is also investigating Tumblr. Special Counsel Robert Mueller is also said to be pursuing a case against Russians who conducted cyberattacks against Democrats during the 2016 election. These charges would be in addition to the ones Mueller has already brought against Russians accused of spreading propaganda on social media, according to NBC News' Ken Dilanian.   But despite the absence of specific directives from the White House to U.S. Cyber Command, Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats claimed before the Senate Armed Services Committee on Tuesday that the White House is taking a “whole government approach” under which the president has tasked the 17 agencies Mr. Coats oversees with addressing the Russian cyber threat.   John Bowden at the Hill reported that Russians also collected Americans' personal data from social media platforms during the 2016 campaign.   On Monday top Democrats including Chuck Schumer, Nancy Pelosi, and Dianne Feinstein wrote a letter to President Trump urging him to extradite the 13 Russian nationals FBI Special Counsel Robert Mueller indicted last month for allegedly using social media to interfere with the 2016 presidential election. Russian President Vladimir Putin has stated that the extradition would never happen. Ninth Circuit will hear consolidated net neutrality appeal The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, which is based in San Francisco, will hear the multidistrict litigation initiated by 22 state attorneys general to appeal the Federal Communications Commission's decision to repeal the Obama-era net neutrality rules. The U.S. Judicial Panel on Multidistrict litigation chose the Ninth circuit at random. Trump blocks Broadcom acquisition of Qualcomm President Trump has blocked Singapore tech giant Broadcom's acquisition of Qualcomm, citing national security concerns. At $117 billion, the merger of the two chipmakers would have been the biggest tech deal in history. The Verge reports that Broadcom is in the process of moving its headquarters to the U.S. by April 3rd.   Twitter cracks down on ‘Tweetdeckers Twitter purged several accounts for “tweetdecking”, a violation of Twitter's spam policy in which users mass tweet each other's tweets using platforms like Tweetdeck. Some of the accounts that were suspended had millions of followers. A new MIT study also released last week found that fake news travels some 6 times faster on Twitter than the truth. White House holds video game violence meeting  Harper Neidig at the Hill reported on the White House's meeting with video game industry representatives. The president convened the behind-closed-doors meeting to discuss the role of video games in promoting mass shootings. In attendance were representatives from the Parents Television Council, Entertainment Software Association, as well as executives from game makers Rockstar and ZeniMax. The Verge reported that the meeting was largely unproductive and Activision announced the release of its latest ‘Call of Duty' installment on the same day the White House meeting took place. FBI paid Geek Squad employees to inform on Child Pornography Laurel Wamsley at NPR reported that the FBI paid informants at Best Buy's computer repair service unit Geek Squad to flag child pornography found on their customers' computers.The Electronic Frontier Foundation sued the FBI last year about these searches and the new documents illustrate more about the nature of the relationship between the FBI and Geek Squad. FBI Agent Tracey Riley testified in a Jefferson County Kentucky Circuit Court last week confirming that that FBI agents paid Geek Squad workers in a Best Buy store in Kentucky when they found child pornography.  FCC Proposes $1 billion for Caribbean hurricane recovery efforts FCC Chairman Ajit Pai proposed over $1 billion in funding to aid in the recovery of communications networks in Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. Sixty-four million would go immediately towards restoring networks. The rest, or $954 million, would go towards longer-term projects to enhance broadband networks in the Caribbean. Harper Neidig reports in the Hill. Congressional Black Caucus pushes tech on lobbying diversity The Congressional Black Caucus wrote a letter to the Internet Association, CTIA, NCTA and US Telecom urging them to hire and retain more black lobbyists given African-Americans' widespread use of mobile devices. 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House reauthorizes the FCC The House voted to reauthorize the Federal Communications Commission with legislation that seeks to develop 5G networks and invest funds for the spectrum incentive auction. If the bill passes Congress, it will be the first time since 1990 that Congress has reauthorized the Commission. Harper Neidig reports in the Hill. Amazon offering 54 percent discount to Medicaid recipients Amazon announced last week that, for Medicaid recipients only, it would cut the monthly Prime subscription down to $5.99 per month. This is $7.00 less than the standard $12.99 fee. The move is seen as an effort by Amazon to attract Walmart customers. MIT study finds Uber & Lyft drivers earn less than minimum wage A new MIT study found that Uber and Lyft drivers earn less on average that minimum wage workers. The report found a median profit of $3.37 per hour before taxes. Ashley May has the report in USA Today.

Collection agencies, debt buyers and credit granters are often under siege, forced to defend against identical claims on multiple jurisdictional fronts, regardless of whether the claims are on behalf of an individual or a putative class. One strategy for consolidating the defense of identical claims is to file a motion with the U.S. Judicial Panel on MDL to transfer claims to a single venue. The MDL Panel was created under 28 USC 1407 and its job is to consider whether litigation pending in multiple federal courts involves common questions of fact that make it appropriate to consolidate and coordinate proceedings. The primary purpose of MDL is to centralize litigation to avoid duplicative and costly discovery, conserve resources and prevent inconsistent court rulings. In the latest episode of the Debt Collection Drill Moss & Barnett attorneys Mike Poncin and Issa Moe discuss the potential application of MDL to consumer litigation, the procedure for seeking MDL, and the risks/benefits associated with MDL.