Dozens of law students at Dalhousie University walked out of class on Thursday in an act of solidarity with peers who have voiced experiences of ongoing racist comments from a classmate.“It’s our duty as the future lawmakers of our society to step out and speak out,” said first-year Schulich Law student Lorenze Cromwell.Read more:
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Part of the Sun breaks free and forms a strange vortex, baffling scientistsAfter a nearly two-hour discussion between students and law faculty members, Cromwell addressed the…
Nestled in the heart of the Bengkulu province in Sumatra, Indonesia, Curup is a town of quiet significance. It may not boast the bustling streets of major cities, but it holds something far more profound: a deep sense of cultural heritage, strong community bonds, and an enviable connection to nature. Pafikotcurup.org serves as the digital heart of this small yet impactful town, offering a glimpse into its cultural, social, and environmental essence.The town of Curup has always been a place where tradition and progress intersect. The website, pafikotcurup.org, is the reflection of this intersection, where modern technology brings the…
Business immigration can be a complex and challenging process. Understanding common obstacles and developing effective strategies to overcome them can significantly increase the chances of a successful application.1. Visa Category Selection: Choosing the right visa category is crucial. Common challenges include determining eligibility for specific visas, understanding the requirements for each category, and navigating the potential complexities of the application process. To overcome this, it’s essential to conduct thorough research and consult with an immigration attorney.2. Documentation: Gathering the necessary documentation is often a significant hurdle. This can involve obtaining proof of employment, financial records, and personal information.…
Published on February 10th, 2023 at 08:00am ESTFamily is one of the primary pillars of Canadian society. Accordingly, Canada has several family sponsorship programs that the country’s citizens and permanent residents (PR) can apply under to reunite with their loved ones.
In fact, among family-class immigrants, Canada seeks to welcome some 80,000 newcomers per year under its Spouses, Partners, and Children category. One program under this category is called Inland Spousal and Common-Law Partner Sponsorship.
This program is for spouses or common-law partners who are legally living together in Canada.
Sponsor your family for Canadian immigration
For these purposes,…
Jakarta (ANTARA) – The Ministry of Manpower has said that the Domestic Workers’ Protection Law (PPRT Law) will provide legal certainty and clarity regarding the duties and responsibilities of workers, employers, and recruiters.
“There needs to be a new regulation at the level of law to protect workers in the domestic sector,” the ministry’s director general of labor development and supervision and occupational safety and health Haiyani Rumondang said at an online dialogue that was followed online on Monday.
According to her, Law Number 13 of 2003 on Manpower was not able to protect domestic workers. For that reason, the…
It is beginning to look a lot like a legal disputes saga between supermarkets in the UK. We have recently covered an ongoing dispute between Lidl and Tesco (see here), which relates to an alleged trade mark infringement. This time, Marks & Spencer (M&S) are suing the largest Europe’s discount grocery chain Aldi for copying their registered designs of the light-up Christmas gin bottles. This is the second legal case recently brought by M&S against Aldi, with the first involving the famous Colin the Caterpillar cake, which has since been settled. Notably, the case at hand in relation to gin…
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Professor Owens led a workshop to help local New Bedford entrepreneurs with the legal challenges of starting a business.
UMass Law Visiting Professor Lisa Owens led a workshop focused on legal challenges for startups and entrepreneurs who are part of the New Bedford Economic Developmental Council (NBEDC)’s NB100. NBEDC’s mission is to focus on local business growth and competitive advantage, offering entrepreneur support and grants and loan programs to provide assistance to new businesses in the South Coast region.
This was the first in a series of workshops led by Professor Owens for the NBEDC.…
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—News organizations are still struggling over how to cover Donald Trump.Years after he crashed onto the political scene and ascended to the Oval Office, in large part by exploiting the press’ insatiable appetite for spectacle, the nation’s top news organizations continue to give oxygen to the disgraced president’s trivial stunts.A version of this article first appeared in the “Reliable Sources” newsletter. Sign up for the daily digest chronicling the evolving media landscape here.The latest example comes by way of Bob Woodward. Trump this week filed a $50 million lawsuit against the Pulitzer Prize-winning…