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I.S.S. Adds to Criticism of Facebook’s Governance – New York Times
Not everyone likes Facebook’s proposed corporate governance plan. Add Institutional Shareholder Services to that list. The influential proxy adviser took aim at Facebook’s dual-class stock structure in a research note published on Monday …
George Soros gives $500,000 to effort to narrow three-strikes law – Los Angeles Times
Billionaire George Soros has written a $500,000 check to help finance a potential ballot measure that aims to lower the number of criminals serving prison terms of 25 year to life under California’s three-strikes law. The hedge-fund titan and …
Law firm a power player in primary – Atlanta Journal Constitution
With so many politically connected partners and staffers, Tanenblatt said politics is regularly discussed at the office. “But obviously, I don’t get involved in Newt’s legal work and … X’s and O’s.” The law firm connections may …
St. Valentines Day, prohibition, crime in St.Louis – Examiner
The new law under the 18th Amendment to the Constitution actually fostered the rise of organized crime in the United States. One of the first effects of the new amendment was ending the employment of thousands of people who worked … Continue reading
Crime beat: ’3 strike’ rule could apply to Poughkeepsie man – Democrat and Chronicle
“Crime Beat,” which explores law enforcement issues and cases worked by police in the mid-Hudson Valley, appears each Monday. To suggest a topic, call 845-437-4834. Larry Hertz: lhertz@poughkee.gannett.com, 845-437-4824. Twitter: @eagles416.
Bill would alter background check process for care centers – Des Moines Register
Iowa lawmakers are considering changes to the 14-year-old law requiring criminal background checks of nursing home workers. A bill that has the support of both state regulators and the nursing home industry would streamline the background check process.
State Laws Demand Stronger Security For Mobile Devices – Forbes
To protect consumers’ personal data, states are enacting laws that require businesses to encrypt and … according to a study from the Privacy Rights Clearinghouse. And there is no end in sight. The Ponemon Institute, an independent security …
Senior Rule of Law Specialist (T11/12) 2279 – Reliefweb.int
DAI’s Governance Sector is seeking a Senior Rule of Law Specialist to build, lead and consolidate the company’s Rule of Law practice, including in the areas of strengthening of formal and informal judicial institutions, criminal justice sector reform …
Licking Park District tax touted – Columbus Dispatch
John Kasich today. It’s unusual for a public body to be found in violation of Ohio’s open-meetings laws. It’s not that violations are unheard of, but more the fact that few are willing to foot the legal bill to go … Continue reading
Davenport marine biologist takes an unconventional approach to saving the oceans – San Jose Mercury News
Nichols, 44, who goes by “J,” is a Davenport marine biologist associated with the California … Also a math club nerd, he was encouraged to pursue a career in medicine or law. “I remember one day realizing that that’s not … Continue reading
