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Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel LLP

Kayden’s Law and the Future of Custody in Pennsylvania

Legislation aimed at protecting children involved in custody battles emerged from tragic events occurring in 2018, marked by the murder of seven-year-old Kayden Mancuso at the hands of her father, Jeffery Mancuso, despite her...more

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP

Gold Dome Report – Legislative Day 17 2022

The General Assembly marked another day off the legislative calendar on Tuesday, and opossums and raccoons moved one step closer to being knocked off any time of the year in Georgia. HB 1147, allowing year-round hunting of...more

Robinson+Cole Data Privacy + Security Insider

Proposed EARN IT Act Sparks Controversy

Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Lindsay Graham (R-SC) have reintroduced the EARN IT Act for congressional consideration. The proposed bill, titled in full the “Eliminating Abusive and Rampant Neglect of Interactive...more

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP

Gold Dome Report – Legislative Day 2, 2022

Politicians and policy wonks were atwitter about the legislative propositions–and proposed budget outlays–announced by Governor Brian Kemp, Lieutenant Governor Geoff Duncan, and Speaker David Ralston at the Georgia Chamber’s...more

Console and Associates, P.C.

Devereux Abuse Lawsuit Update

With Devereux Under Investigation, Sexual Abuse Victims Still Have Time to Seek Justice - When allegations came to light in August 2020 that dozens of children had been physically and sexually abused by employees of...more

Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley

How Could This School Abuse Bill Get Killed by the Florida Legislature?

For 109 years in the State of Florida, juvenile offenders were sent to Arthur G. Dozier School for Boys if the Court found they committed a crime or violated terms of juvenile probation. The school was in Mariana, Florida....more

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Never Again – How Kayden’s Law Seeks to Protect Pennsylvania’s Children From Abuse

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“Dogs have more rights than children.” These are the powerful, haunting words spoken by the aunt of Kayden Mancuso, a 7-year old child who was brutally bludgeoned to death by her Father, Jeffery Mancuso, on August 6, 2018,...more

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NY Legislature Votes to Extend Child Victims Act Deadline

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Some important news on the CVA front. Wednesday evening the New York State Legislature responded to mounting criticism that Gov. Cuomo exceeded his executive authority in issuing an Executive Order that extended the CVA look...more

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Proposed Legislation Seeks To Extend The CVA Revival Window For One Additional Year

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Synopsis: Almost a year after the New York State Legislature enacted the Child Victim Act or “CVA” in February 2019 -- which included a one-year “revival window” under which claims for child sexual abuse could be brought...more

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Updates for the New Year at Pennsylvania Colleges and Universities

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As institutions of higher education begin their spring 2020 semester, they should be aware of  several Pennsylvania-specific developments regarding sexual misconduct and child abuse. ...more

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New Jersey Poised to Dramatically Expand Statute of Limitations for Child Sexual Abuse Claims

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On March 14, the New Jersey Senate passed a bill (S.477) by a 32-1 vote that, if signed into law, will significantly expand the statute of limitations period for child sex abuse victims to pursue civil claims against their...more

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The not-so lame duck session: Last minute legislation affecting Ohio schools

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“Lame Duck” is the period in a public office after an election but before the successor takes office, leaving, presumably, the exiting public official with no particular power or influence. ...more

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The Child Victim Act: Latest Developments As the Legislature Convenes

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Seyfarth Synopsis: Democrats now control both houses of the New York Legislature as well as the Governor’s office. A host of legislation may be in the offing. One expected piece of legislation will be passage of the Child...more

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Under The Dome: Inside The Maine State House

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Under the Dome: Inside the Maine State House provides a high-level overview of recent activity at the Maine State House. Ethics Commission Disburses Funds to Clean Elections Candidates despite Biennial Budget Typo...more

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP

Gold Dome Report - 2018 Legislative Session Recap

In this Report, the Nelson Mullins government relations team provides you an update of the significant initiatives which may be of interest to you, your business or other organization. While much of the client work that...more

Pierce Atwood LLP

Under the Dome Special Edition: 2016 Summary of New Maine Laws

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We are pleased to share our 2016 Summary of New Maine Laws enacted during the Second Regular Session of Maine's 127th Legislature, which adjourned sine die April 29, 2016. We provide you this summary to help you stay...more

Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck

2016 New Mexico Political Outlook

The 2016 New Mexico Political Outlook provides a basic overview of what clients can expect from the upcoming New Mexico legislative session. Republicans won control of the New Mexico House of Representatives in the election...more

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