With decades of combined experience in congressional offices, trade associations, corporate advocacy, and campaign strategy, the Shumaker Advisors D.C. team continues to build on its reputation for trusted guidance, effective coalition building, and policy advocacy that drives impact.
Prior to joining Shumaker, Laura spent over seven years practicing in the IP group of a prominent New York law firm, where she focused on trademark and copyright enforcement in both state and federal courts.
Florida ends decades-old ban on malpractice lawsuits by certain surviving family members.
A Florida-based Christian organization has been accused of turning a blind eye to the sexual abuse and victimization of young children. According to NBC News, the lawsuit was filed against defendant Ethnos360, a nonprofit formerly known as New Tribes Mission. Ethnos360 sends missionaries, along with their family members, to sites around the world. In 2019,
According to Alabama, TikTok’s algorithm was “engineered” to keep children endlessly and mindlessly scrolling.
“The importance of this ruling cannot be overstated,” said an American Civil Liberties Union attorney. “This is the first court to squarely rule on the fundamental question of whether a wartime authority can be used during peacetime and properly concluded it cannot.”
Understanding the difference is key. If you ever find yourself facing a criminal speeding charge, take it seriously. Know your rights, show up for court, and don’t hesitate to get legal help. Your future driving record—and maybe even your freedom—could depend on it.
Legal professionals working in both countries must be aware of these differences to navigate cross-border legal challenges effectively.
As clinical research enters a new frontier, the guiding principles of ethics—consent, autonomy, privacy—must remain front and center.
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