#NHLPeachy @NHL NHL Statement Regarding the Status of Dillon Dubé, Cal Foote, Alex Formenton, Carter Hart and Michael McLeod

The National Hockey League today issued the following regarding the status of Dillon Dubé, Cal Foote, Alex Formenton, Carter Hart, and Michael McLeod, who were each members of Hockey Canada’s 2018 National U-20 Junior Team:

The events that transpired after the 2018 Hockey Canada Foundation Gala in London, Ontario, prior to these players’ arrival in the NHL, were deeply troubling and unacceptable. The League expects everyone connected with the game to conduct themselves with the highest level of moral integrity. And, in this case, while found not to have been criminal, the conduct of the players involved certainly did not meet that standard.

Upon learning of the allegations in May 2022, the League commenced a third-party investigation into their conduct. This investigation was extensive, and included, among other things: interviews with every player on the team and several other relevant parties who were willing to meet with us, and examination of hundreds of documents, videos and texts.

The League paused our process in January 2024, when prosecutors in London, Ontario, announced that Mr. Dubé, Mr. Foote, Mr. Formenton, Mr. Hart, and Mr. McLeod would be criminally charged.

After more than one year of pretrial proceedings, the criminal trial commenced in April 2025, and lasted approximately two months, concluding on June 13, 2025. The verdicts finding each of the players not guilty were announced in a lengthy and thorough opinion by Superior Court Justice Maria Carroccia on July 24, 2025. In her decision, Justice Carroccia carefully reviewed the record presented to the court.

In relying on both our own investigation, and the conclusions reached by Justice Carroccia in her opinion, and the players’ acquittal, the League has determined that the conduct at issue falls woefully short of the standards and values that the League and its Member Clubs expect and demand.

The League is now confronted with how best to respond to all that has happened -- the conduct of the players, the criminal proceeding, and the acquittal of the players.

Each of the players, based on in-person meetings with the League following the verdicts, expressed regret and remorse for his actions. Nevertheless, we believe their conduct requires formal League-imposed discipline.

Given their conduct, we carefully evaluated the players’ acquittal in court and the time spent away from the game. Taking into account that the players have been away from the game for 20 months – including since their acquittals in July -- we have determined that the players will be eligible to sign an NHL contract no sooner than October 15, 2025, and eligible to play in NHL games no sooner than December 1, 2025, bringing their total time out of the League to nearly two years.

The League expects and requires that, going forward, each of the players will uphold the standards required of NHL players both on and off the ice.

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#SportyPeachy #LegalPeachy A Case for Women Educating Gymnasts and Families About Legal Action for Sexual Abuse By Former Coach Sean Gardner

FBI Arrested Gardner Three Years After Being Suspended From Coaching

Susan Knape, Founder of A Case for Women

A Case for Women LLC, a women-owned organization dedicated to educating women and families about how to access contingency fee civil legal services, is sounding the alarm on former gymnastics coach Sean Gardner. According to reports from the AP, Gardner was arrested by the FBI in August 2025 on a federal child pornography charge. However, the AP also reports that Gardner had been suspended from coaching gymnastics at Chow’s Gymnastics and Dance Institute, an elite gymnastics academy in Iowa, in 2022. Per documents uncovered by the AP, Gardner was accused of sexually abusing young gymnasts at Chow’s and secretly recording other gymnasts undressing at a prior coaching job in Mississippi.

And sadly, the reports of abuse don’t end there. The FBI said earlier this week they believe Gardner “primarily targeted children” at gyms in Iowa, Mississippi, and even Louisiana.

There is evidence of reported abuse by Gardner to SafeSport in 2022, which informed the local police department about the allegations. The police department stated they closed the investigation in 2022 because the initial accuser decided she didn’t want to press charges.

Silence surrounded the situation until 2024, when survivor Finley Weldon decided to come forward. This started a chain reaction that resulted in the FBI's arrest of Gardner.

Speaking with the AP, she stated that she wanted “..my name out there because I was the one who did come forward..I felt like I needed to speak out to stop it from happening to other little girls, so they didn’t have to go through what I went through.”

There is also evidence that there are other survivors of sexual abuse by Gardner.

“I am so proud of this brave woman for speaking up,” said Kim Bergman, survivor, advocate, and co-director of the Protecting Kansas Children from Sexual Predators. “As a survivor myself, I know how scary it can be to come forward. In the end, knowing that sharing my story helped others from being abused made it all worth it. It’s never too late to help others seek justice. A Case for Women was there for me and helped me find my voice and I’m sure they will be there for you.”

A Case for Women has an established history of helping gymnasts (current and former) take their power back through civil legal action after sexual abuse by coaches, doctors, and others associated with the sport. We even worked with women who had been abused by Larry Nassar take action against Michigan State University, USA Gymnastics (USAG), and others, for failing to protect them and others.

“The question is why this creep was able to keep abusing for so long,” said Susan Knape, founder of A Case for Women. “Not only did he work at a gym in Louisiana for 10 years, but he was able to obtain a position at an elite level gym, where he worked for 4 years. You would think the gymnastics community would have learned something from the Larry Nassar scandal, but it appears that’s not the case. We aren’t going to stop until the gymnastics world is completely cleaned up and safe for young women.”

Advocates at A Case for Women urge those who have been abused by Sean Gardner to contact them right away. Even if law enforcement or the FBI has already been involved, it is important to consider joining civil litigation that will pursue the root cause of the problem. We hope to hear from you soon.

About A Case for Women

A Case for Women, founded in 2015, is the nation’s leader in advocating for women who have been sexually assaulted or otherwise harmed due to corporate misconduct. It is our mission to educate women and their families about opportunities to take civil legal action that not only provides compensation but also creates systemic change. We educate, advocate, and ultimately connect women with experienced law firms that represent survivors on a contingency fee basis. Since our inception, we have spoken with hundreds of thousands who have been harmed by the negligence of institutions and companies that chose profits over people. This work has resulted in significant societal changes, such as the dramatic shift in gymnastics coaching after the Larry Nassar MSU lawsuit, the implementation of rideshare safety protocols, the removal of Essure birth control from the U.S. market, changes in the Catholic Church, removal of asbestos-laced talcum powder from the market, and many more.

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#HealthyPeachy Susan G. Komen® Applauds U.S. Supreme Court Decision Protecting No-cost Access to Lifesaving Breast Care

Court Decision Maintains Insurance Coverage of Screening Mammograms, Genetic Testing, and Medications to Lower Breast Cancer Risk with No Patient Cost

Susan G. Komen®, the world’s leading breast cancer organization, commends the United States Supreme Court’s decision to overturn a lower court decision that threatened access to preventive breast care services, including screening mammography, risk-reducing medications for high-risk individuals, and genetic counseling and testing for some with a personal or family history of breast or related cancers.

The ruling in Braidwood Management, Inc., et al v. Robert Kennedy, Jr., et al upholds the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) requirement that insurers cover services without cost-sharing that receive an A or B rating from the United States Preventive Services Taskforce (USPSTF), a decision Komen hailed as a life-saving victory for millions of Americans.

“This decision is a monumental win for public health and a critical safeguard for the 150 million Americans who depend on no-cost preventive care,” Komen stated. “Access to screening mammograms, genetic testing, and risk-reducing medications saves lives. Today, the Court affirmed that everyone deserves a fair chance at early detection and preventive care.”

Komen previously submitted an amicus curiae brief urging the Court to protect ACA provisions that have dramatically improved early detection rates and reduced late-stage breast cancer diagnoses.

“This landmark decision gives those affected by breast cancer the support and care they need in order to continue lowering mortality rates across the U.S.,” Komen continued. “We know breast cancer is most treatable when caught early. Today’s decision helps keep hope alive. We thank the Court for recognizing that preventive care is not a luxury—it is a necessity.”

About Susan G. Komen®

Susan G. Komen® is the world’s leading nonprofit breast cancer organization, working to save lives and end breast cancer forever. Komen has an unmatched, comprehensive 360-degree approach to fighting this disease across all fronts and supporting millions of people in the U.S. and in countries worldwide. We advocate for patients, drive research breakthroughs, improve access to high-quality care, offer direct patient support and empower people with trustworthy information. Founded by Nancy G. Brinker, who promised her sister, Susan G. Komen, that she would end the disease that claimed Suzy’s life, Komen remains committed to supporting those affected by breast cancer today, while tirelessly searching for tomorrow’s cures. Visit komen.org or call 1-877 GO KOMEN. Connect with us on social at www.komen.org/contact-us/follow-us/.

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#LegalPeachy #LondonPeachy Greenberg Traurig Wins Best Client Service at The Lawyer Awards 2025

Greenberg Traurig, LLP's London office won the award for Best Client Service at The Lawyer Awards 2025.

Greenberg Traurig, LLP's London office won the award for Best Client Service at The Lawyer Awards 2025.

This award recognizes the firm's work supporting Immunefi, a leading Web3 bug bounty cybersecurity platform featuring the world's largest Web3 bug bounties and protecting US$190 billion in user funds, in developing and implementing a novel set of arbitration rules – the first administered arbitration scheme designed specifically for blockchain-based Web3 disputes. These rules allow for on-chain enforcement and party anonymity.

The Lawyer Awards celebrate legal excellence in the UK, with winners selected by a distinguished panel of judges from The Bar, private practice, and in-house sectors, ensuring impartiality and expertise in honouring the industry's best, according to The Lawyer.

Greenberg Traurig also was shortlisted in two other categories:Corporate Team of the Year: Representing Harland & Wolff, the historic shipbuilder behind the construction of the Titanic, and its joint administrators in a pre-pack administration sale to Navantia UK. The government-backed rescue deal, valued at approximately £70 million, is expected to secure over 1,000 British jobs while strengthening the UK's defense, maritime, and clean energy industrial capabilities.

Real Estate of the Year: Advising Blackstone and its portfolio company QTS on the acquisition of a 250-acre site in Northumberland, paving the way for the potential development of a hyperscale data center campus.

This achievement follows Greenberg Traurig's recent recognition with the Outstanding Collaboration award at Law.com's European Legal Innovation & Technology Awards 2025 and reflects its ongoing dedication to delivering skilled service, advice, and innovative strategies to international clients.

About Greenberg Traurig: Greenberg Traurig, LLP has more than 2,850 attorneys across 49 locations in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia. The firm's broad geographic and practice range enables the delivery of innovative and strategic legal services across borders and industries. Recognized as a 2025 BTI "Best of the Best Recommended Law Firm" by general counsel for trust and relationship management, Greenberg Traurig is consistently ranked among the top firms on the Am Law Global 100, NLJ 500, and Law360 400. Greenberg Traurig is also known for its philanthropic giving, culture, innovation, and pro bono work. Web: http://www.gtlaw.com.

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#FloridaPeachy #LegalPeachy New Florida DUI Law Imposes Criminal Charges for First-Time Breath DUI Test Refusals and Increases Penalties for DUI Manslaughter

Florida's new "Trenton's Law," effective October 1, 2025, criminalizes first-time refusals of DUI breath, urine, or blood tests and elevates repeat DUI manslaughter to a first-degree felony.

Starting October 1, 2025, a significant update to Florida's DUI laws will dramatically change how individuals must handle DUI arrests, specifically regarding breath or urine test refusals. Signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis, House Bill 687—commonly known as "Trenton's Law"—marks a critical turning point in Florida's approach to DUI enforcement.

Current Law (Before October 1, 2025):

This law shifts significant power into the hands of prosecutors and judges, potentially increasing the pressure on first-time DUI defendants to plead guilty to avoid harsher penalties.

Under existing statutes, anyone driving in Florida automatically consents to breath, blood, or urine tests if lawfully arrested for DUI. A first-time refusal results primarily in administrative penalties, specifically a one-year suspension of the driver's license, without criminal charges. A second-time refusal is criminalized as a first-degree misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year in jail and an 18-month license suspension. Additionally, DUI Manslaughter with prior convictions was formerly classified as a second-degree felony, with a potential imprisonment of up to 15 years.

New Law (effective October 1, 2025):

Even a first-time refusal to take a DUI test after a lawful arrest will now be criminalized, classified as a second-degree misdemeanor, and punishable by up to 60 days in jail and a $500 fine, in addition to a one-year suspension of the driver's license. Prior DUI offenders involved in a DUI manslaughter case will face significantly harsher penalties, with such charges upgraded to first-degree felonies carrying up to 30 years in prison. Enhanced penalties also apply to related offenses, including vehicular and vessel homicide.

Adam Rossen, founding attorney of Rossen Law Firm, warns, "This law shifts significant power into the hands of prosecutors and judges, potentially increasing the pressure on first-time DUI defendants to plead guilty to avoid harsher penalties."

Attorney Adam Rossen, a former prosecutor turned renowned criminal defense attorney specializing in DUI defense, emphasizes the importance for Florida residents to understand the ramifications of this legislation fully. Previously, defendants faced tough decisions under pressure, often without access to legal counsel at the roadside. This law intensifies the situation, creating a critical need for informed decision-making long before a potential arrest occurs.

The consequences extend beyond the courtroom. "A DUI conviction can cost upwards of $30,000 to $40,000 over several years, creating financial and social barriers that linger long after the legal case concludes," adds Attorney Adam.

At Rossen Law Firm, the team is dedicated not only to defending cases but also to proactively educating the public. "Our goal is ensuring Floridians have 100% of the information necessary to make the best decisions for themselves," Attorney Adam Rossen explains. "Law enforcement often provides only a portion of the necessary information during DUI arrests, as permitted by the Implied Consent law. We're here to clarify the full picture."

With extensive experience successfully handling thousands of DUI cases, Rossen Law Firm is prepared to provide insightful, expert commentary on the practical implications of this new law.

About Rossen Law Firm:

Rossen Law Firm is a premier criminal defense firm with offices in Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, and Miami, widely recognized for its expertise in DUI defense. Founded by Adam Rossen, a former prosecutor, the firm has a strong history of aggressively defending clients, fighting for justice, and advocating for fairness in the criminal justice system. Known for their focus on client education and rights advocacy, Rossen Law Firm helps good people when bad things happen, allowing clients to achieve the best possible outcomes.

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#LegalPeachy Grungo Law Named 2025 Corporate Halo Award Winner by South Jersey Young Professionals Association

South Jersey-based law firm recognized for charitable “Grungo Gives” initiative and dedication to community service

Grungo Law, a South Jersey-based personal injury firm, has been named the 2025 Corporate Halo Award recipient by the South Jersey Young Professionals Association (SJYPA). The award honors organizations demonstrating exceptional commitment to charitable giving and community service. Grungo Law will be honored at the Halo Ball: Gallop for Good on Saturday, May 3, at Double Nickel Brewing Co. in Pennsauken, N.J. Proceeds will benefit Ronald McDonald House Southern New Jersey.

“At Grungo Law, giving back isn’t just something we do; it’s who we are. We live by our values every day and with every decision.” said Rich Grungo, Esq., founder of Grungo Law.Share

The firm was selected for its Grungo Gives initiative, which brings employees together each month for fundraisers, donation drives and hands-on volunteer projects addressing local needs.

“What makes Grungo Gives so powerful is that it’s driven by the passion of our entire team,” said Christine Lafferty, Esq., director of Grungo Gives. “Whether we’re assembling backpacks for local students, visiting children’s hospitals, or volunteering at nursing homes, we come together because we genuinely care. This award is a reflection of our team’s heart, and our shared belief that even small actions can spark real change.”

“Grungo Law is an incredible example of what is possible when you truly care,” said Charles Dennen, Esq., president of SJYPA. “Through their tireless commitment to making a difference in the South Jersey community, Grungo Law continues to be a gold standard for corporate altruism. In recognition of all that Grungo Law and the wonderful people of the firm have done and continue to do throughout the South Jersey community, the SJYPA is thrilled to honor Grungo Law with the 2025 Corporate Halo Award.”

With offices in Cherry Hill, Vineland, Medford, Hamilton Square, and Philadelphia, Grungo Law is guided by its core values of family, honesty, communication, continuous improvement, commitment and community. Its mission: “If we can help, we will.”

“At Grungo Law, giving back isn’t just something we do—it’s who we are. We live by our values every day and with every decision,” said Richard Grungo, Esq., founder of Grungo Law. “Being rooted in South Jersey, we believe in strengthening the communities we serve, and we’re honored to be recognized alongside so many other purpose-driven organizations and individuals.”

About Grungo Law: Grungo Law is a premier personal injury law firm servicing New Jersey and Pennsylvania, representing families impacted by personal injury, catastrophic injury, nursing home abuse and neglect, dram shop, workers' compensation, and data breach and cybersecurity litigation. Known for its client-centered approach, the firm combines the newest technology with keen advocacy, and was built on the values of family, honesty, communication, commitment, continuous improvement, and community.

The firm is led by CEO and trial expert Richard Grungo, Jr., Esq., an attorney Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Civil Trial Attorney, a designation held by less than 2.5% of New Jersey lawyers.

Grungo Law is a Proud Partner of the Philadelphia Flyers and the Philadelphia Phillies. More at www.grungolaw.com.

About SJYPA: The South Jersey Young Professionals Association is a mission-driven organization supporting local charities through fundraising, community events, and strategic giving. With every initiative, SJYPA strives to fulfill unmet needs and uplift the communities it serves. SJYPA’s Halo Ball has raised over $650,000 for charitable organizations across South Jersey in its 12-year history.

This year’s Individual Halo Award Winner, Trinity Jagdeo, will also be honored for her remarkable efforts in service to others.

More at www.sjypa.org.

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#LegalPeachy Bloomberg Law Introduces New Practical Guidance for New York Discovery

Bloomberg Law today announced the launch of a new Practical Guidance resource dedicated to fact discovery in New York courts. Bloomberg Law subscribers can access the new Practical Guidance as part of their existing subscription, ensuring seamless integration into their current workflow.

The new Practical Guidance resource includes over 70 practical tools including overviews, checklists, sample documents, and tables to assist attorneys at every step of the discovery process. This Practical Guidance suite complements Bloomberg Law's existing Initiating & Responding to Litigation in New York Practical Guidance, creating a robust and well-rounded resource for legal professionals navigating New York's complex litigation landscape.

Fact discovery is often a pivotal yet challenging aspect of litigation, especially for early-career associates who may have limited training in these highly technical, high-stakes tasks. By offering a step-by-step primer for each major step of discovery, Bloomberg Law's latest Practical Guidance expansion streamlines the process, reduces the time required to complete assignments, and reduces the potential for error. Additionally, by providing curated links to Bloomberg Law functions and evergreen search results, the new Practical Guidance also helps litigators jumpstart their research and focus their efforts efficiently.

"Discovery can be intimidating for early-career associates, particularly in a jurisdiction as intricate as New York," said Alex Butler, head of content and analysis at Bloomberg Industry Group. "Our new Practical Guidance for New York Discovery demystifies this critical phase, empowering attorneys to approach their assignments with confidence and precision. By providing tools specifically tailored to this jurisdiction, we are equipping litigators with the resources they need to succeed."

The new Practical Guidance suite addresses common discovery tasks such as navigating differing rules in New York's Commercial Division, preparing key documents, and handling discovery disputes. Designed with comprehensive user feedback, these tools will enhance productivity and efficiency for attorneys navigating the discovery process in New York.

For more information about Bloomberg Law or to request a demo, visit https://aboutblaw.com/bhCE.

About Bloomberg Law

Bloomberg Law combines the latest in legal technology with workflow tools, comprehensive primary and secondary sources, trusted news, expert analysis, and business intelligence. For more than a decade, Bloomberg Law has been a trailblazer in its application of AI and machine learning. Bloomberg Law's deep expertise and commitment to innovation provide a competitive edge to help improve attorney productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit Bloomberg Law.

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#LegalPeachy @ABANews Statement of the American Bar Association: ABA stands firmly with statement of Chief Justice John Roberts in rejecting inappropriate calls for judicial impeachment

The American Bar Association stands firmly with Chief Justice John Roberts’ statement rejecting calls by government officials to impeach federal judges who issue rulings with which they disagree.

For more than 200 years, our legal system has afforded individuals the right to disagree with judicial decisions and to appeal them if they are the aggrieved party.

Targeting judges personally or threatening to remove them because they rule a certain way has never been acceptable. Such efforts are intended to intimidate judges and our courts and weaken public trust and confidence in our judicial system.

The ABA remains committed to upholding the rule of law that forms the bedrock of our democracy. The courts are a co-equal branch of our government, and they must be treated that way. Respect for judicial independence is nonnegotiable.

We call upon the government and our elected officials to cease making statements that undermine our fair and impartial courts and the rule of law.

The ABA is one of the largest voluntary association of lawyers in the world. As the national voice of the legal profession, the ABA works to improve the administration of justice, promotes programs that assist lawyers and judges in their work, accredits law schools, provides continuing legal education, and works to build public understanding around the world of the importance of the rule of law. View our privacy statement online. Follow the latest ABA news at www.americanbar.org/news and on X (formerly Twitter) @ABANews.

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#MovietimeInManhattan #LegalPeachy AMC Entertainment General Counsel Kevin Connor to Retire After 23 Years of Service to the Company; Edwin Gladbach, Vice President, Legal, Named Interim General Counsel

AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: AMC), the largest theatrical exhibitor in the United States and in the world, today announced that following a 23-year career at AMC as Senior Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary, Kevin Connor will retire from the Company, effective March 13, 2025. AMC has appointed Edwin (Eddie) Gladbach, currently Vice President, Legal, as Vice President, Interim General Counsel and Secretary. The Company will decide on the selection of its long-term General Counsel later in the year, with both internal and external candidates being considered.

Connor joined AMC in 2002 and has played a pivotal role in the Company’s growth and transformation. During his tenure, he provided legal oversight for significant milestones, including AMC’s 2006 merger with Loews Cineplex Entertainment, its initial public offering on the New York Stock Exchange in 2013, and the 2016/2017 acquisitions of ODEON/UCI Cinemas, Nordic Cinemas Group and Carmike Cinemas. Most recently, he has helped guide AMC during its recovery from the pandemic in the 2020s.

Gladbach, who has served as Vice President, Legal, since 2009, is being considered for the long-term General Counsel position.

Commenting on the announcements, Adam Aron, Chairman and CEO of AMC Entertainment, said:

“I want to thank Kevin Connor for his more than two decades of dedicated service to AMC. We are a better company from his having guided our legal efforts these many years, and we wish him well as retirement sparks the next chapter of his life. We are equally grateful that Kevin has devoted considerable effort in training potential successors. In addition to external candidates, we certainly will consider internal candidates as we move forward in the selection process of AMC’s next General Counsel. To that end, we know that we are in extremely capable hands as Eddie Gladbach steps up to immediately lead our Legal Department going forward.”

ABOUT AMC ENTERTAINMENT HOLDINGS, INC.

AMC is the largest movie exhibition company in the United States, the largest in Europe and the largest throughout the world with approximately 900 theatres and 10,000 screens across the globe. AMC has propelled innovation in the exhibition industry by: deploying its Signature power-recliner seats; delivering enhanced food and beverage choices; generating greater guest engagement through its loyalty and subscription programs, website, and mobile apps; offering premium large format experiences and playing a wide variety of content including the latest Hollywood releases and independent programming. In addition, in 2023 AMC launched AMC Theatres Distribution with the highly successful releases of TAYLOR SWIFT | THE ERAS TOUR and RENAISSANCE: A FILM BY BEYONCÉ. AMC Theatres Distribution expects to release more concert films with the world’s leading musical artists in the years ahead. For more information, visit www.amctheatres.com.

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2025 Entertainment Law Initiative GRAMMY Week Luncheon To Honor Warner Music Group’s Paul Robinson As Service Award Champion

EXCLUSIVE EVENT UNITES TOP ENTERTAINMENT LAWYERS TO CELEBRATE EXCELLENCE AND AWARD $15K IN SCHOLARSHIPS

On Fri, Jan. 31, 2025, the Recording Academy® Entertainment Law Initiative® (ELI) will host its annual GRAMMY® Week luncheon at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel, bringing together the nation’s leading entertainment lawyers and honoring Paul Robinson, Warner Music Group’s Executive Vice President & General Counsel. He will be recognized with the 2025 Entertainment Law Initiative Service Award, presented each year to an attorney who demonstrates dedication to supporting and advancing the music community through their service.

“As a part of its mission, the Recording Academy works to advocate for creators, and the Entertainment Law Initiative advances this through legal representation, celebrating the achievements of entertainment law practitioners, and providing year-round educational opportunities to cultivate future leaders in the field,” said Harvey Mason jr., CEO of the Recording Academy. “Paul exemplifies these values, and we are proud to honor him with the ELI Service Award at the 2025 ELI GRAMMY Week Luncheon for his three decades at Warner Music Group, where he has championed fair practices and guided the industry through transformative changes.”

The Entertainment Law Initiative was established by the Recording Academy to foster discussion and debate on legal issues shaping the ever-evolving music industry and their effects on creators and the broader music community. Each year, the recipient of the Service Award is selected by the ELI’s Executive Committee, which supports the program by recognizing deserving leaders within the entertainment law community and mentoring aspiring professionals in the field.

The ELI GRAMMY Week Luncheon also recognizes the winner and runners-up of the Entertainment Law Initiative Writing Competition, celebrating their performance in the challenge. The competition, a flagship initiative within the ELI’s year-round efforts to support the emerging entertainment law community, invites Juris Doctor and Master of Laws students from U.S. law schools to tackle a pressing legal issue in the music industry. Participants are challenged to craft a 3,000-word essay that presents a thoroughly researched analysis and a proposed solution. The following awards are then presented:A $10,000 scholarship for the author of the winning paper

A $2,500 scholarship for each of the two runners-up

Publication of the winning paper in the ABA’s journal Entertainment & Sports Lawyer

Travel and tickets to Los Angeles for the winner to attend the 67th Annual GRAMMY Awards®, MusiCares® Person of the Year event and the ELI GRAMMY Week Event.

Individual tickets, along with a limited number of discounted student tickets, will be available for purchase on Wed, Dec. 11, 2025, for the ELI GRAMMY Week Event. For more information, please visit https://www.recordingacademy.com/entertainment-law-initiative.

Media RSVP for the ELI GRAMMY Week Event is mandatory, and space is limited. Please email communications@grammy.com to RSVP.

GRAMMY Week culminates with the 67th Annual GRAMMY Awards at Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025, broadcasting live on the CBS Television Network and streaming live and on-demand on Paramount+ at 8-11:30 p.m. ET/5-8:30 p.m. PT. Prior to the telecast, the GRAMMY Awards Premiere Ceremony® will be held at the Peacock Theater at 12:30 p.m. PT/3:30 p.m. ET and will be streamed live on live.GRAMMY.com and the Recording Academy’s YouTube channel. GRAMMY season media assets are available here. Follow “Recording Academy/GRAMMYs” on X, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and LinkedIn, and use #GRAMMYs to join the conversation.

ABOUT PAUL ROBINSON

Paul Robinson joined Warner Music Group’s legal department in January 1995 as Associate General Counsel and, after a series of more senior roles at WMG, was appointed Executive Vice President & General Counsel in December 2006. He is responsible for WMG’s worldwide legal, business affairs, public policy, compliance and corporate governance functions. Before joining WMG, Mr. Robinson was first an associate and later a partner at the New York City law firm of Mayer, Katz, Baker, Leibowitz & Roberts where he represented corporate clients, artists, songwriters and executives. He is a member of the Board of Directors and the Executive Committee of the Recording Industry Association of America and is a member of the Board of Directors of the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers. Mr. Robinson has a B.A. in English from Williams College and a J.D. from Fordham University School of Law.

ABOUT THE RECORDING ACADEMY

The Recording Academy represents the voices of performers, songwriters, producers, engineers, and all music professionals. Dedicated to ensuring the recording arts remain a thriving part of our shared cultural heritage, the Academy honors music's history while investing in its future through the GRAMMY Museum®, advocates on behalf of music creators, supports music people in times of need through MusiCares®, and celebrates artistic excellence through the GRAMMY Awards® — music's only peer-recognized accolade and highest achievement. As the world's leading society of music professionals, we work year-round to foster a more inspiring world for creators.

 

For more information about the Recording Academy and its Producers & Engineers Wing, please visit RecordingAcademy.com or @ProdEngWing on Instagram. For breaking news and exclusive content, follow @RecordingAcad on X (Twitter)

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#ChampagneWishes #LegalPeachy Three Napa wineries sue Napa County in federal court

SMITH MADRONE HAS BEEN HIGHLY RECOMMENDED BY WHOM YOU KNOW SINCE 2010 AND WE SUPPORT CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS

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Complaint alleges widespread violations of constitutional rights

After years of their concerns falling on deaf ears, three Napa wineries have joined forces to sue Napa County in federal court to address longstanding violations of constitutional rights. The participating wineries are Summit Lake Vineyard, Smith-Madrone Winery, and Hoopes Vineyard.

The wineries have hired Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, PLC, a law firm with experience in bringing constitutional claims against local governments on behalf of wineries. Joseph Infante of Miller Canfield is lead counsel for the wineries. He explained, "We have seen the same sort of restrictions Napa County has put in place in other jurisdictions around the country and those wineries who have finally had enough with the government overreach have been very successful in having federal courts strike down the unconstitutional ordinances."

At issue are the wineries' abilities to host visitors and events in their tasting rooms and to serve samples and glasses of wine. The wineries had those rights when they were formed, but Napa County stripped them away with recent changes to its winery database. Napa County has asked wineries to enter a voluntary compliance program to get those rights back. To Napa County, "voluntary compliance" means that wineries must spend millions of dollars for public improvements and hundreds of thousands more in attorney fees in exchange for a handful of visitors per week. Napa County also requires that wineries get prior approval from third parties, pay the County's legal costs in the event of a lawsuit by a third party, and agree to use a certain percentage of grapes grown in Napa Valley.

The claims brought by the wineries are far-reaching and extensive. "We are small family-owned winery businesses trying to protect our constitutional rights," said Heather Brakesman-Griffin of Summit Lake Vineyard, Lindsay Hoopes of Hoopes Vineyard and Stuart Smith of Smith-Madrone Winery in a joint statement.

In their suit, the wineries allege that their rights to host visitors and events in their tasting room and to serve samples and glasses of wine to their customers are protected by the First Amendment and California law. They also allege that Napa County violates the First Amendment when it requires wineries to get prior approval before hosting events and when it regulates "cultural events" at wineries based upon the message delivered at those events.

Another concern is the lack of definitions for terms like "tastings" and "marketing." Napa County does not have clear definitions for these terms, so interpretation is left to the discretion of County staff. Without clear guidance, County staff can change the rules on a whim and threaten to shut down wineries that do not comply, which violates the wineries' Due Process rights.

The wineries also challenge Napa County's "voluntary compliance" program. The County's requirement to get approval from neighboring property owners and third-party groups violates the non-delegation doctrine, while the County's requirements that wineries pay for public improvements and indemnify the County in the event of a lawsuit are an unconstitutional exaction. Finally, the wineries challenge Napa County's requirement to use 75% local fruit as unlawful economic protectionism. This follows a trend in recent years of federal courts striking down local produce requirements in violation of the dormant Commerce Clause, including a requirement to use 51% Minnesota grapes and a requirement to use 85% Peninsula Township, Michigan grapes. This claim does not relate to American Viticultural Area ("AVA") labeling standards, which will remain intact.

For details about the specific counts, please refer to the complaint at https://napawinerieslawsuit.org/filings/

"Only by going to the federal courts can we protect our constitutional rights to ensure fairness in being regulated by Napa County," Lindsay Hoopes of Hoopes Vineyard, Heather Brakesman-Griffin of Summit Lake Vineyard and Stuart Smith of Smith-Madrone Winery said in a joint statement. "Whether it's unfair and capricious manipulation of the winery database, ever-changing interpretations of the road and street standards or other issues, there is a desperate need to find fairness, professionalism and integrity in how we are regulated," they added.

The vintners are hoping Napa County will reassess all of its unconstitutional and inconsistent practices so that agricultural businesses can not only survive but thrive. "Our wineries and vineyards sit on beautiful agricultural properties with stunning views. We want to share that with wine lovers. But Napa County prohibits us from allowing customers to come onto our properties and it allows our neighboring wineries to welcome customers. If our wineries are going to survive, we need the ability to sell our wines to customers on-site," said Heather Brakesman-Griffin.

"In 1971 I went before the Board of Supervisors at a public hearing and got my use permit which allows me to host customers at my winery," Stu Smith explains. "Now 48 years later, without my being notified or being allowed to be present to defend my rights, the County arbitrarily and capriciously changed my permitting to 0 visitors/day and somehow came up with 10 visitors/week. 'New Math' or just regular old math, it is still true that zero times anything is zero. I only found this out by stumbling upon Napa County's winery database. This is insane governmental overreach; Kafka would be pleased," Smith adds.

"We're doing this not only for ourselves but for all other small wineries in Napa County who are in similar situations and afraid to do anything because of the County's history of retaliation," Smith continues. "By getting rid of these oppressive and unconstitutional regulations, small family wineries will be able to thrive again. It will also allow us to compete on a more equal footing with other California wine growing areas," he adds.

The group has received considerable interest in this case. The number of plaintiffs may increase as the case goes through the courts. Donations to support the case are welcome at https://www.gofundme.com/f/stand-with-napa-wineries-for-constitutional-rights

More detail about the wineries:

Hoopes Vineyard, in Yountville, founded in 1983: https://www.hoopesvineyard.com/

Summit Lake Vineyards & Winery, on Howell Mountain, founded in 1984: https://www.summitlakevineyards.com/

Smith-Madrone Vineyards & Winery, in the Spring Mountain District, founded in 1971: https://www.smithmadrone.com/

More details about the vintners:

Heather Brakesman-Griffin is a partner of Summit Lake Vineyard, founded by her father Robert Brakesman in 1971, and general manager of Summit Lake Vineyards & Winery LLC, founded in 1984 on the mountain growing region of Howell Mountain in the Napa Valley. The winery is recognized for its estate-grown Zinfandel and Cabernet Sauvignon, and is the longest family owned and operated vineyards and winery on Howell Mountain, producing 2,500 cases a year.

Lindsay Hoopes is the CEO and Majority Owner of Hoopes Vineyard. Her father Spencer Hoopes founded Hoopes Vineyard in Oakville in 1983 and later founded Hoopes Vineyard in Yountville in 1999. Lindsay continues the operation with her two sons. Today she has re-created the winery to be an "oasis" which includes an animal sanctuary and extensive gardens as well as a picturesque winery location. A trained litigator, she was an Assistant District Attorney in San Francisco and today teaches law at UC Law San Francisco while also running the winery.

Stuart Smith founded Smith-Madrone at the top of the Spring Mountain District growing region in the Napa Valley in 1971. The winery is recognized for its estate-grown Riesling, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and proprietary Bordeaux blend, Cook's Flat Reserve. Smith has taught viticulture and enology at local colleges and served on the County's 1998 Napa River Watershed Taskforce and was a member of the 2008 General Plan update. He also has chaired the 1986 Napa Valley Wine Auction and was a member of the Board of Directors for the Napa County Farm Bureau in 2000. Stuart is considered an expert on dry farming as well as mountain viticulture. Smith-Madrone produces approximately 4,000 cases a year.

More info: https://napawinerieslawsuit.org/

Complaint: https://napawinerieslawsuit.org/filings/

GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/stand-with-napa-wineries-for-constitutional-rights

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#CulturedPeachy #LegalPeachy Channah Norman, Former Museum General Counsel, to Lead Shook's Expanded Art Law Practice

Senior Counsel Channah Norman is an experienced business and legal advisor on museums, cultural property and the art market, combining eight years as museum general counsel with seven years as an appellate litigator.

Shook, Hardy & Bacon is pleased to announce Senior Counsel Channah Norman as co-chair of the firm's growing Art Law Practice. Norman joins Shook after serving as Chief Counsel for the U.S. Army Center of Military History, where she provided strategic advice and legal counsel for the National Museum of the U.S. Army and 46 subsidiary Army museums, as well as the Army Artifact Collection. She will advise clients nationally from Shook's Washington, D.C. and New York locations.

Shook's Art Law Practice brings together attorneys coast-to-coast from the firm's business litigation, class action and appellate, corporate services, privacy and data security, and intellectual property practices, to assist clients navigating the art and cultural property sector. Norman will lead the new group alongside Executive Committee Member Alicia Donahue and Class Action & Appellate Litigation Co-Chair Tristan Duncan.

"Shook already has a long history of working with key stakeholders in the art market," said Norman. "I'm pleased to expand the services the firm can offer clients who have questions around the sale and transfer of art, copyright disputes, and the repatriation of cultural works."

The Art Law Practice provides legal counsel to museums, dealers, collectors, financial institutions and insurers—among others—on issues related to repatriation and restitution, copyright status, infringement claims, and disputes arising from authenticity concerns, sales agreements and contracts, and insurance coverage. The group will also advise clients on the use of artificial intelligence to generate new works or designs.

"We are delighted to welcome Channah to the firm. Her former experience as museum chief counsel will prove invaluable for our clients facing complex business and insurance issues related to art and cultural property," said Duncan.

During her time in museum administration, Norman advised national institutions on sensitive repatriation and restitution matters, such as Nazi propaganda art, as well as implementation of the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). She also led a team in drafting a Collections Management Plan setting out the policies and procedures for all aspects of museum operations. Before her tenure at the U.S. Army Center of Military History, Norman served as an appellate litigator with the Department of Justice.

Norman holds Bachelor's Degrees in Art History and French from Cornell University, a Master's Degree in Art Business from Sotheby's Institute of Art in London, and an LL.M. in Art & Cultural Property from Georgetown University Law Center. She received her Juris Doctor from the University of New Mexico. Norman also studied at the Sorbonne and the Geneva Institute in Transnational Law.

Norman currently serves as a faculty member of the Museum Studies Master's Degree Program at George Washington University. She also completed a three-year term on the Steering Committee for the Legal Issues in Museum Administration Conference, and formerly chaired the Art & Cultural Heritage Law Committee of the American Bar Association's Section of International Law.

Norman is a regular presenter at art law conferences across the country, and she has performed a detail to INTERPOL's Cultural Property Crimes Program. Throughout her studies, she has held multiple arts-related internships, including work at the Mimi Ferzt Gallery in New York City, the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San Francisco, Bonhams London, the Robert Holden Ltd. art consultancy in London, and the National Endowment for the Arts in Washington, D.C.

About Shook, Hardy & Bacon

Founded in 1889, Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. has 19 offices in the United States and London, with attorneys and professional staff serving clients in the health, science and technology sectors in areas ranging from product liability defense and business litigation to intellectual property prosecution and litigation, environmental and toxic tort, privacy and data security and regulatory counseling.

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#LegalPeachy #BigAppleBusiness Bloomberg Law Introduces Clause Adviser: AI-Powered Contract Enhancement

Bloomberg Law today announced Clause Adviser, a new generative AI-powered enhancement to its powerful Draft Analyzer tool. Clause Adviser assesses which side of a deal – buyer, seller, or neutral – an individual clause favors and allows a user to quickly modify the favorability of the clause.

Clause Adviser is currently available for M&A agreements and will be expanded to additional contracts later in 2024. It provides functionality that has been requested by Draft Analyzer users and has been tested in Bloomberg Law's Innovation Studio since September 2023. Clause Adviser is available to all Bloomberg Law customers as part of their current subscription, at no additional cost.

Clause Adviser helps legal professionals drafting complex M&A agreements save time and negotiate effectively by providing plain English explanations of complex contract language and whether it favors their side of a transaction. An easy-to-use slider modifies contract language to be more buyer- or seller-friendly based on user preference, resulting in redline comparisons between the original and suggested language.

Powered by generative AI, Clause Adviser pairs seamlessly with Draft Analyzer's already available Similar Paragraphs function, which compares contract language to semantically similar clause language found in Bloomberg Law's Transactional Precedent Search. With one click, customers can compare Clause Adviser's large language model (LLM) generated outputs to similar clause language, and leverage negotiated language.

"We are pleased to address extensive customer feedback requesting the beneficial point of view provided by Clause Adviser, enhancing our already-powerful Draft Analyzer tool," said Joe Breda, president, Bloomberg Law. "Another example of Bloomberg Law's commitment to leveraging generative AI to improve attorneys' efficiency, Clause Adviser helps attorneys optimize contract language to the benefit of their clients by quickly and easily updating the language in a way that aligns with market norms."

To schedule a demo of Clause Adviser and Draft Analyzer, please visit https://aboutblaw.com/bd5Y.

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A Case for Women Warns Women About Safety When Taking an Uber or Lyft During the Holidays

Thousands of Women Have Reported Problems in the Uber Sexual Assault Lawsuit

A Case for Women, a women-owned business dedicated to educating women about contingency fee-based civil legal services, is cautioning women to be extra vigilant when taking an Uber or Lyft during the upcoming holiday season. December is the busiest month of year for Uber, particularly in the latter half of the month as people travel, take part in holiday parties, and enjoy other festive activities.

“We’ve all been conditioned to think that getting into a rideshare like Uber or Lyft is safe, but in reality it’s not as safe as you think,” said Susan Knape, President of A Case for Women. “When we first started educating women about Uber safety over four years ago, I absolutely never imagined that we would hear thousands of stories from women hurt by rideshare drivers. It can be overwhelming. But the good news is that we’ve helped women be more aware – and helped more than 1,500 women take legal action for rideshare sexual assault.”

After pressure from mounting lawsuits, Uber finally agreed to release a comprehensive safety report every two years starting in 2017. So far, those reports have documented more than 9,805 assaults from 2017-2020. Lyft has also released similar reports, documenting 4,158 assaults from 2017-2019 - and that just covers reported assaults. It is unclear how many women may have been assaulted, but not reported it.

A few tips to help stay safe when in an Uber or Lyft this holiday season:Confirm the car, license plate, and driver matches what’s in the app before getting in.

Sit in the back seat on the passenger side – even if the driver asks you to sit in the front seat.

Share your trip via the app.

Don’t ride alone late at night.

Never, ever go to sleep during a ride.

Keep your personal information confidential when chatting with the driver.

If something feels off – get out as soon as you safely can.

But if the worst happens, we are here to help you understand your legal options. You are not alone in this. We have helped thousands of women take part in the Uber sexual assault lawsuit. If you were hurt, contact us now to learn how you can take your power back through a lawsuit. We are women helping women, and we are always on your side.

About A Case for Women

A Case for Women, founded in 2016, is the nation’s leader in advocacy for women who need, and qualify for, contingency-based legal services. It is our mission to educate women and their families about the opportunity to take legal action that not only provides compensation but also creates systemic change. We educate, advocate, and ultimately connect women with law firms that can represent them for no upfront fee. Since our inception, we have helped tens of thousands who have been injured by the actions of corrupt institutions and companies. This work has resulted in significant societal changes such as the dramatic shift in gymnastics coaching after the Larry Nassar MSU lawsuit, the implementation of rideshare safety protocols, the removal of Essure birth control from sale in the United States, removal of asbestos-laced talcum powder from the market, and more.

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#LegalPeachy #NewYorkNotes @RecordingAcad 26th Annual Entertainment Law Initiative GRAMMY Week Event To Honor Atlantic Records' Michael Kushner As Service Award Winner

26TH ANNUAL ENTERTAINMENT LAW INITIATIVE® GRAMMY® WEEK EVENT TO HONOR ATLANTIC RECORDS' MICHAEL KUSHNER AS SERVICE AWARD WINNER

EVENT WILL FEATURE CAPITOL MUSIC GROUP'S MICHELLE JUBELIRER AS KEYNOTE SPEAKER AND CELEBRATE 2024 LAW STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS

On Fri, Feb. 2, 2024, the Recording Academy® Entertainment Law Initiative® will return to the Beverly Wilshire Hotel for its annual GRAMMY® Week Event to honor Atlantic Records' Executive Vice President of Business & Legal Affairs and General Counsel, Michael Kushner. He will be presented with the 2024 Entertainment Law Initiative Service Award, given each year to an attorney who has demonstrated a commitment to advancing and supporting the music community through service. Capitol Music Group Chair & Chief Executive Officer Michelle Jubelirer will deliver a keynote address at the event.

"Michael's dedication to the music industry and his service to the Academy's Entertainment Law Initiative make him an exceptionally deserving recipient of the ELI Service Award," said Harvey Mason jr., CEO of the Recording Academy. "We look forward to celebrating his accomplishments at the 26th Annual ELI GRAMMY Week Event, and hosting Michelle – a trailblazing woman in music – as the keynote speaker as we gather with the professionals and students making an impact in entertainment law."

"We're pleased to be honoring Michael, who has dedicated so much time to our ELI program, and to welcome Michelle as our keynote speaker at the 2024 ELI GRAMMY Week Event," said Neil Crilly, Managing Director of Industry Leader Engagement & Chapter Operations at the Recording Academy. "Our Executive Committee should take immense pride in its year-round efforts to support our peers in entertainment law and bring this esteemed program to fruition."

The recipient of the Service Award is selected each year by ELI's Executive Committee, which serves to support the program in crediting deserving leaders in the entertainment law community as well as mentoring aspiring professionals in the field. ELI's 2023-24 Executive Committee is comprised of a diverse group of influential figures in entertainment law whose combined expertise spans the depth of the industry.

The ELI GRAMMY Week Event will also celebrate the winner and two runners-up of the Entertainment Law Initiative Writing Competition, co-sponsored by the American Bar Association, which challenges students in Juris Doctorate and Master of Laws programs at U.S. law schools to research a pressing legal issue facing the modern music industry and outline a proposed solution in a 3,000-word essay. A $10,000 scholarship is awarded to the author of the winning paper, and a $2,500 scholarship is awarded to two runners-up, and the winning paper will be published in the ABA's journal Entertainment & Sports Lawyer.

The winner will also receive travel and tickets to Los Angeles to attend the 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards®, MusiCares® Person of the Year and the ELI GRAMMY Week Event. The contest is open to JD and LLM candidates at U.S. law schools and students have until Jan. 3, 2024 to enter the contest. See official rules, detailed prize packages and deadlines at recordingacademy.com/eli.

Individual tickets and a limited number of discounted student tickets to the ELI GRAMMY Week Event will go on sale in late November.

GRAMMY Week culminates with the 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards, which will return to Los Angeles' Crypto.com Arena on Sun, Feb. 4, 2024, and will broadcast live on the CBS Television Network and stream live and on-demand on Paramount+ at 8-11:30 p.m. ET/5-8:30 p.m. PT. Media assets for GRAMMY season and events can be found here.

ABOUT MICHAEL KUSHNER

Michael Kushner is Atlantic Records' EVP, Business & Legal Affairs and general counsel. He heads up the company's Business & Legal Affairs, Contract Administration and A&R Administration departments.

Michael began his music career at PolyGram Records in 1987. In 1994, Michael joined sister company Philips Media as SVP, Multimedia Music. In 1996, Michael joined Crave Records, Mariah Carey's joint venture label with Sony Music, and when that label was absorbed into Sony, he joined Sony Wonder as SVP, Business Development. Michael joined Island Def Jam as its head of Business & Legal Affairs in 1999, and then joined Atlantic Records in his current role, which he has held since 2001.

In 2019, Michael was honored by the T.J. Martell Foundation with its Lifetime Music Industry Award, and currently serves as a board member. Since 1987, Michael has served as a founding board member of Bang on a Can, a NYC-based music organization dedicated to commissioning, performing and teaching adventurous new music, and is currently the board president.

Michael is a graduate of Franklin & Marshall College, where he received his BA in English literature. He earned his JD degree at Columbia.

ABOUT MICHELLE JUBELIRER

Michelle Jubelirer is Chair & Chief Executive Officer of Capitol Music Group (CMG), having been appointed to that position in December 2021. As one of the highest-ranking women executives in the entertainment industry, Jubelirer is the first woman to lead Capitol in its 80-year history and was the first woman to be named both Chair and CEO of a major label group within the music industry. CMG's portfolio of labels includes the flagship, Capitol Records, Astralwerks, Blue Note Records, Capitol Christian Music Group, Motown Records, and Priority Records.

Among her many achievements since taking the reins of CMG, Jubelirer has led the charge to develop and guide rapper Ice Spice – the industry's biggest breakout artist in two years – to global superstardom, formulated the strategy behind the biggest global single of Sam Smith’s career, the Grammy Award-winning "Unholy," and brought Paul McCartney back to CMG, resulting in the artist's first solo #1 album debut and his best-selling album in more than a decade.

Prior to joining CMG in 2013 as Chief Operating Officer and later COO & President, Jubelirer was partner in one of the industry's most highly regarded law firms – King, Holmes, Paterno & Berliner. She began her career as a mergers and acquisitions attorney at New York’s Simpson Thacher & Bartlett in 1999 before joining Sony Music in 2003.

She is active in social and cultural issues, especially as a longtime and vocal advocate for women's reproductive rights. She recently completed a six-year term on the Planned Parenthood Federation of America Board of Directors and is currently serving on the board of the UCLA Herb Albert School of Music.

ABOUT THE RECORDING ACADEMY

The Recording Academy represents the voices of performers, songwriters, producers, engineers, and all music professionals. Dedicated to ensuring the recording arts remain a thriving part of our shared cultural heritage, the Academy honors music's history while investing in its future through the GRAMMY Museum®, advocates on behalf of music creators, supports music people in times of need through MusiCares®, and celebrates artistic excellence through the GRAMMY Awards® — music's only peer-recognized accolade and highest achievement. As the world's leading society of music professionals, we work year-round to foster a more inspiring world for creators.

For more information about the GRAMMY Awards and the Recording Academy, please visit GRAMMY.com and recordingacademy.com. For breaking news and exclusive content, follow @RecordingAcad on X, "like" Recording Academy on Facebook, and join the Recording Academy's social communities on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and LinkedIn. 

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#LegalPeachy Bloomberg Law Announces New Practical Guidance Toolkit on Use of AI

Bloomberg Law today announced the release of a new Practical Guidance Toolkit that provides practice-specific guidance on legal risks pertaining to the use of artificial intelligence by lawyers and their clients. For more information or to request a demo, please visit http://onb-law.com/oI3050PSqiu.

The new Toolkit provides Practical Guidance on the use of artificial intelligence in a wide variety of contexts. It complements tools and resources already available to Bloomberg Law customers on the In Focus: AI page. This new content will help attorneys navigate legal risks related to the use of large language models, generative AI, and other forms of AI across core areas of practice, such as litigation, transactions, privacy, employment, health, intellectual property, finance, securities, and the legal profession itself.

The Practical Guidance Toolkit provides new content, including a high-level overview of Bloomberg Law's growing collection of Practical Guidance and Professional Perspectives related to AI. The Toolkit also contains a glossary of terms commonly used to describe AI tools, their various functions, and related risks and best practices. Bloomberg Law users can further directly access related SEC filings, court dockets, and agency guidance on the platform.

"Whether seeking guidance on leveraging AI to help with tasks related to their own practice of law or advising clients on the use of AI, Bloomberg Law's new Practical Guidance Toolkit provides enormous value to attorneys navigating the various laws and guidance around maximizing the potential value while curbing risks presented by generative AI," said Alex Butler, vice president of content and analysis, Bloomberg Law. "This is a growing area of legal development, and our content and technology offerings will be updated as legal developments and AI tools continue to evolve."

This expanded offering is available to all subscribers as part of their existing subscription under Bloomberg Law's commitment to all-inclusive access to the platform.

About Bloomberg Law

Bloomberg Law combines the latest in legal technology with workflow tools, comprehensive primary and secondary sources, trusted news, expert analysis, and business intelligence. Bloomberg Law's deep expertise and commitment to innovation provide a competitive edge to help improve attorney productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit Bloomberg Law.

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ROSEN, A LEADING INVESTOR RIGHTS LAW FIRM, Encourages Verizon Communications Inc. Investors with Losses to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action Filed by the Firm - VZ

WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of the securities of Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE: VZ) between February 4, 2020 and July 26, 2023, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important October 2, 2023 lead plaintiff deadline in the securities class action commenced by the Firm.

SO WHAT: If you purchased Verizon securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Verizon class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=17727 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than October 2, 2023. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.

WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually litigate securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.

DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, throughout the Class Period, defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose, among other things, that: (1) Verizon owns cables around the country that are highly toxic due to being wrapped in lead, and which harm Company employees and non-employees alike; (2) Verizon faces potentially significant litigation risk, regulatory risk, and reputational harm as a result of its ownership of these lead-covered cables and the health risks stemming from their presence around the United States; (3) Verizon was warned about the damage and risks presented by these cables but did not disclose them as a potential threat to employee safety or to everyday people and communities around the country; and (4) as a result, defendants' statements about its business, operations, and prospects were materially false and misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

To join the Verizon class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=17727 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action

No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.

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Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm's attorneys are ranked and recognized by numerous independent and respected sources. Rosen Law Firm has secured hundreds of millions of dollars for investors.

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