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COVID-19 Presumed Work-Related Under California Workers’ Compensation Rules

To date, California has experienced 3.72 million COVID-19 infections, leading to 61,083 deaths. Only a fraction of those who got sick – around 90,000 in 2020 – filed claims for workers’ compensation based on contracting the illness through employment. More than a quarter of those claims were denied, however, leading... Read More about COVID-19 Presumed Work-Related Under California Workers’ Compensation Rules

Governor Gavin Newsom during a press event, addressing issues related to homelessness in California.

Newsom’s Recall Troubles Worsen by His Record on Resolving Homeless Crisis

Beleaguered by a Republican-stoked recall campaign, the Democratic Governor of California Gavin Newsom is accelerating his fight against the state’s homeless crisis, a key election issue and the one on which many believe he is most vulnerable. The Governor announced a $12 billion investment package on July 12, which his... Read More about Newsom’s Recall Troubles Worsen by His Record on Resolving Homeless Crisis

US Rep. Ayanna Pressley speaking at a podium in the House of Representatives, with Senator Tammy Duckworth seated behind her.

US Rep. Ayanna Pressley and US Senator Tammy Duckworth Propose New Bill for Women Who Endure Miscarriages and More

In the US, about 10 percent of all pregnancies end in miscarriage. Simultaneously, millions of women experience heartbreak due to unsuccessful adoptions, surrogacy efforts or infertility treatments. Last week, US Rep. Ayanna Pressley, a Massachusetts Democrat, introduced a new bill that speaks to the numerous painful and expensive realities that... Read More about US Rep. Ayanna Pressley and US Senator Tammy Duckworth Propose New Bill for Women Who Endure Miscarriages and More

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Ways of Determining Negligence

In the field of personal injury law (negligence), there are different ways to determine how responsible each party is and how damages should be distributed, and every state is different. This article describes the types of contributory or comparative negligence found in jurisdictions around the country. When more than one... Read More about Ways of Determining Negligence

Ur Jaddou speaking during her confirmation hearing for Director of Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Biden's Pick Ur Jaddou Confirmed as Director of Citizenship and Immigration Services

President Biden continues with his mission to staff his government with a diverse group of federal officials. This is reflected with his latest move in picking Ur Jaddou to head Citizenship and Immigration Services. The U.S. Democrat-led Senate confirmed Jaddou on July 30 in a 47-34 vote. Jaddou brings with... Read More about Biden's Pick Ur Jaddou Confirmed as Director of Citizenship and Immigration Services

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo speaking at a press conference with state flags in the background.

NY Governor Cuomo, Facing Numerous Criminal Investigations, May Face Civil Lawsuits Next by Accusers

The spectacular free-fall of the governor recently hailed as a hero during the pandemic continues to reach new lows. Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo, a Democrat serving his third term, is under criminal investigation in five separate New York counties and the state of New York. He is facing charges he... Read More about NY Governor Cuomo, Facing Numerous Criminal Investigations, May Face Civil Lawsuits Next by Accusers

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