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More than 500 government officials, industry leaders and experts from across 120 countries are set to descend on Riyadh for the event, making this year’s celebration the biggest and most impactful World Tourism Day in its 43-year history. Speakers include His Excellency Ahmed Al-Khateeb,…
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SNAP recipients, represented by Western Center on Law and Poverty and the Impact Fund, filed suit in federal court in San Francisco on September 12, 2023, against the heads of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The suit, Erdmann-Browning v. Vilsack, seeks to prevent any delays in providing SNAP (formerly food stamps) benefits if the government shuts down. Congress has still not passed a series of appropriations bills or a continuing resolution funding the government ahead of the September 30th deadline.
On September 19, the parties filed papers in court stating that the USDA has changed its accounting practices so that it funds benefits in advance of the month the benefits are available to households. This means that the existing SNAP appropriation was already available to fund the October SNAP benefits. This change is consistent with the federal definition of when federal funds are legally obligated.
Congressional political games continue to harm millions of people. The latest numbers from the Census Bureau show a staggering jump in poverty since the end of federal, state, and local pandemic protections. The poverty rate increased to 12.4 percent in 2022 up from 7.8 percent in 2021, “the largest one-year jump on record.” A combination of inflation, stagnated wages, increasing housing costs, and the end of pandemic era cash supplements has exacerbated the challenges people with low incomes face to make ends meet.
“Today, we celebrate this important victory for over 40 million Americans who will now rest easy knowing their October benefits are guaranteed for the first time ever. However, we keep finding ourselves in this precarious situation year over year,” said Jodie Berger, senior attorney at Western Center on Law and Poverty. “It is important that every advocate, non-profit, food bank, elected official, and agency join hands to underscore the importance of food access and nutrition for the health, well-being, and more of our communities.”
“Millions of Americans, many of whom are seniors, children, and people with disabilities, will now have a better sense of where their next meal is coming from this October. Food insecurity, lack of access to food, and hunger are preventable, as we saw during the height of the pandemic when policymakers moved swiftly to protect people,” said Lindsay Nako, Director of Litigation and Training at the Impact Fund. “Elected officials must move with speed and urgency again, because hunger is already at crisis levels and food banks continue to be overwhelmed.”
The work is not yet over. Stalemates in Congress and extended negotiations will continue to impact over 40 million SNAP recipients who represent about 10% of Americans, who face uncertainty this November and in subsequent months if Congress does not pass a series of appropriations bills or a continuing resolution.
The Impact Fund uses impact litigation to support communities seeking justice and provides legal support for lawyers through grants, advocacy, and training events. For more information, visit www.impactfund.org.
Western Center on Law & Poverty fights in courts, cities, counties, and in the Capitol to secure housing, health care, and a strong safety net for Californians with low incomes through the lens of economic and racial justice. For more information, visit www.wclp.org.
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Monika Lee, Western Center on Law & Poverty, 1 858-353-7271, [email protected], https://WCLP.org
SOURCE Western Center on Law & Poverty
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The funds were made available following Matt Huffman’s collaboration with the Singleton Schreiber law firm in assisting Mosquito Fire survivors in reaching settlements with PG&E. This partnership underscores the firm’s commitment to aiding the El Dorado community’s recovery efforts after the Mosquito Fire.
Expressing his gratitude, Matt Huffman commented, “It’s an honor to work with the good people of Georgetown, Volcanoville, and surrounding areas in their effort to recover from the Mosquito Fire.”
The Georgetown Divide Rotary Foundation, founded in 2016, is a nonprofit committed to community enrichment, offering financial aid for scholarships, youth initiatives, and diverse community projects throughout the Georgetown Divide. The charity embodies Rotary’s core mission of service in local communities, workplaces, and on a global scale.
For more information about Matt Huffman Law and its community engagement initiatives, please visit https://www.matthuffmanlaw.com/.
About Matt Huffman Law
With a proven record of success and a deep commitment to achieving justice for wildfire victims, Matt Huffman Law stands as a steadfast advocate in the face of adversity. Leveraging years of experience in litigating complex wildfire claims, the firm is resolute in its mission to provide comprehensive legal representation, ensure accountability, and secure rightful compensation for those affected.
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SOURCE Matt Huffman Law
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GRANT FROM LOWE’S TO KICK START NEW PROJECT PORTLAND, Ore., Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The Woodstock Pantry in Southeast Portland will replace its temporary facility with a new, permanent location and expand its capacity thanks to grant funding from Lowe’s, Oregon Food Bank, SE…
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David R. Heil, the personal injury attorney behind the initiative, said, “I am looking forward to investing into the future trial attorneys of America and to giving back to a deserving student. Our field requires dedication, compassion, and a fervent commitment to justice. Through this scholarship, we aim to pave the way for those who embody these principles.”
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About the Law Offices of David R. Heil:
With a rich history in personal injury law, David R. Heil has stood as a pillar of hope for individuals in search of justice. Operating from three offices in Florida and headquartered in Winter Park, FL, David Heil is known for his tailored approach and steadfast commitment to his clients. Now, with the introduction of this scholarship, he is extending his commitment beyond the courtroom to the classrooms.
For more details, interested individuals can visit: https://www.heil-law.com/2023-law-offices-of-david-r-heil-scholarship
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Adam Page, David R. Heil, PA, 1 407-641-1580, [email protected], www.heil-law.com
SOURCE David R. Heil, PA
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“The Stellar Solutions team is incredibly proud of Mary Stevenson and so pleased that she will be honored by Women In Aerospace with the coveted Allyship Award. As a catalyst for productive collaboration and positive change, Mary is respected by women and men alike, throughout the industry, for both her expertise and total commitment to bringing out the best in every team member she encounters. At Stellar Solutions, we are grateful for Mary’s passion for building a culture of inclusion and we see this come to life in every project she participates in and leads,” said Janet Grondin, CEO, Stellar Solutions..
Stevenson joined Stellar Solutions in 2016, where she is a senior system engineer, senior program manager, and lean-agile transformation coach. Her track record in managing and motivating teams for maximum efficiency and impact has fortified both client success and professional development. In particular, she has been instrumental in engaging women engineers in significant positions of responsibility and mentoring them to exceed expectations.
Stevenson’s talent-building is rooted in her extensive experience both in business as well as a career in the US Air Force. She is expert in all aspects of spacecraft development from concept definition, contract negotiation, system design, integration and test, launch and orbit raising, and in-orbit operation.
Prior to joining Stellar Solutions, Stevenson served as an Acquisition Principle Senior Analyst for Alion Science and Technology supporting the Secretary of the Air Force Acquisition (SAF/AQ) in planning, coordinating, and executing Joint ISR exercises with NATO.
Previously, she was the NATO Mid-Term (NMT) Program Manager in The Netherlands from 2003-2011 responsible to upgrade the backend of the NATO Airborne Warning & Control System (AWACS) fleet. During her service in the US Air Force from 1982 –2004, her roles included leading a NATO Joint Force Command Headquarters Training Division in developing training programs for NATO International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) mission in Afghanistan.
Stevenson holds a Master of Science in Systems Management at the College of Notre Dame. In her undergraduate years at the USAF Academy, where she attained a Bachelor’s of Science, she had the distinction of being part of one of the first three graduating classes of women, and first two graduating classes of African-American women.
Women in Aerospace (WIA), is a leading professional organization dedicated to expanding women’s opportunities for leadership, education and visibility in the aerospace community. To learn more about WIA, visit: www.womeninaerospace.org.
About Stellar Solutions, Inc.: Stellar Solutions, Inc. is a global aerospace and systems engineering services provider to commercial, defense, intelligence, civil and international sectors. Stellar Solutions provides systems engineering capabilities and strategic support for global communications, remote sensing, national defense, and space exploration. These solutions to customer critical needs connect technology and customers across multiple domains. With physical operations throughout the U.S. and around the globe, Stellar Solutions is a recognized leader in delivering end-to-end critical expertise and problem-solving skills. https://www.stellarsolutions.com/
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Lynthia Romney, Stellar Solutions, Inc., 1 914-589-2140, [email protected], https://www.stellarsolutions.com
SOURCE Stellar Solutions, Inc.
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MONTRÉAL, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Law firms Faguy & Co. and Berger Montague (Canada) today announce that the Superior Court of Québec has scheduled a hearing to be held on October 30, 2023 at 9:30 am at 1, Notre-Dame Street East, courtroom 16.12, in Montréal, Québec to approve a…
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This year’s awards are hosted by Arisce Wanzer, a transgender model and actress that has walked in Miami Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week, Latin Fashion Week, and L.A. Fashion Week, and Dexter Mayfield, a dance, plus size model and judge on CBS’s Come Dance with Me, are expected to include many queer celebrities. Past honorees and presenters include the likes of Jennifer Lopez, Angelica Ross, Bowen Yang, Michaela JaI Rodriguez, Patton Oswalt, Dwyane Wade, Erica Wheeler, Mila Jam, Kim Petras, Biqtch Puddiń, DeAndre Upshaw, Kidd Kenn & NextKidz, and Ninel Conde.
“Discover is steadfast in promoting inclusivity, authenticity and allyship among our customers and employees, and we are pleased to support Revry and the Queer X awards,” said Jonita Wilson, Chief Diversity Officer at Discover. “Our company is committed to providing brighter financial futures for everyone.”
True to its mission, the Queer X Awards are not just another awards show – these awards amplify the diverse voices and stories that have historically been marginalized. Redken will also sponsor this year’s awards and feature a unique show opening in a Redken salon celebrating a space for the entire spectrum of queer identity and experiences.
The 2023 Queer X Awards will be streamed globally and exclusively on Revry, the preeminent LGBTQ+ streaming platform for authentic queer content. Audiences can catch the action for free on Revry’s streaming channel, available on popular platforms like Samsung TV Plus, Roku, VIZIO WatchFree+, Plex, Rakuten TV, Xumo, and more.
The 2023 Queer X Awards will be produced by The Barn, Revry’s record-breaking Pride Ball producers.
About Revry
Founded in 2015, Revry is the only dedicated entertainment media network for brands to connect with queer audiences with its FAST service and on-demand LGBTQ-first movies, series, news and music through multiple platforms. Combined with the company’s original programming and proprietary data, Revry helps its partners establish meaningful and culturally relevant connections with queer consumers. Revry’s mission is to inspire exploration of queer culture for the social and economic benefit of the LGBTQIA+ community. Revry is led by a diverse LGBTQ+ founding team and is NGLCC certified. For more information visit www.revry.tv.
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Alison Ashe, Fabric Media, 1 424-566-1178, [email protected], www.fabric.media
Pual Kontonis, Revry, [email protected], www.revry.tv
SOURCE Revry
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The trial team included firm partners Will Clark and Jacob Alford, Amanda Hazleton, Noah Lombardo, and Connor Colemere.
SAN ANTONIO, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Alford & Clark Injury Attorneys successfully resolved a major company vehicle collision case against Xerox Corporation midway through a jury trial held in Judge Dedra Davis’ Court, the 270th District Court of Harris County, Texas (case number: 202155269).
The case settled for $2,000,000 midway through trial, which will result in life-changing money for their very satisfied client.
The trial team included firm partners Will Clark and Jacob Alford, Amanda Hazleton, Noah Lombardo, and Connor Colemere. Their appellate counsel Parth Gejji of Beck Redden also provided invaluable assistance.
The Plaintiff, an elderly Hispanic woman who worked as a house cleaner in the Houston area for over 20 years, was on the highway ramp to merge from 610 to I-10 in Houston. Traffic had slowed to a crawl on the off-ramp. Defendants were Xerox Corporation and their service technician. The service technician was only about two to three car lengths away from the Plaintiff when he slammed on his brakes. He pled guilty to the ticket the officer gave him for failure to control his speed and ultimately provided a stipulation of both negligence and course and scope of employment.
During discovery partner Will Clark obtained a copy of the tech’s Department of Public Safety driver’s record, which revealed nine speeding convictions during his tenure with Xerox Corp. He admitted that at least two of the tickets were received while he was driving a company car, admitted that he told Xerox about all the convictions, and admitted that there was no retraining or discipline for any of the tickets.
As a result of the crash, the Plaintiff was forced to undergo a four-level Anterior Discectomy and Fusion neck surgery. The case settled in open court after attorney Will Clark completed jury selection, opening statement, and the cross-examinations of Xerox Corporation’s corporate representative and its driver.
To learn more about Alford & Clark Injury Attorneys or to schedule a confidential consultation, call 210-951-9467 to visit https://www.injuredtexan.com/
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OVC, INC., OVC, INC., 6306358000, [email protected], https://www.ovclawyermarketing.com/
SOURCE Alford & Clark Injury Attorneys
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“It has been remarkable and unforgettable experience to lead the WBDC’s team during this transformational time,” said DiMenco. “With the Board’s leadership and support, we forged a strategy to empower and support women business owners, from concept to succession. From establishment of a micro-lending program, the expansion of our business advising programs and services, creation of an on-demand learning library, to the distribution of over $250 million in small business grants during the pandemic, the WBDC is positioned to fulfill its mission. Now is the right time to begin the transition to the next phase of leadership.”
In keeping with best practices, the Board initiated a search to identify the organization’s next President and CEO, with the goal of having a successor in place by June 2024, and the transition complete by December of that same year. This timeline ensures a seamless transition with no gap in leadership.
Rand continued, “The WBDC has an incredibly talented and experienced leadership team in place. This team, with support from the full staff, is committed to ensuring a smooth transition. As the Board conducts the search, we are focused on identifying a proven leader, committed to the WBDC’s mission, with a track-record in executing a growth strategy driven by operational excellence and talent development. With the significant notice provided, the organization is grateful to continue to have Emilia’s leadership and experience during this process and we are confident that next CEO will be well-positioned to continue to build upon the success of the organization.”
DiMenco has been with the WBDC for two decades, initially serving as a member of the Board of Directors, followed by her role as COO in 2010 and subsequent appointment as CEO in 2013. Previously, she held an extensive tenure as executive vice president at the prominent financial institution, BMO Harris. Emilia holds both a B.S. and an M.B.A. in Finance from DePaul University.
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ABOUT THE WOMEN’S BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER
The Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC) is a 501(c)(3) nationally recognized leader in the field of women’s economic development. The organization was founded in 1986 to support and accelerate business development and growth, targeting women and serving all diverse business owners, in order to strengthen their participation in and impact on the economy. Learn more at www.wbdc.org.
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Richard Ray, Hawthorne Strategy Group, 1 3127207193, [email protected]
SOURCE Women’s Business Development Center
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