News from July 2024
National Restaurant Association wins dual honors at 2024 ASAE awards
By A. D. Bamburg | Jul 31, 2024
The National Restaurant Association and National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation have been honored with two 2024 American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) Power of Associations Awards.
ATRA labels Missouri 'Lawsuit Inferno' due to stalled tort reform
By C. D. McHugh | Jul 31, 2024
The American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) announced today that Missouri has been labeled a "Lawsuit Inferno" in its new Legislative HeatCheck report. The report highlights the state legislature's failure to address bills aimed at curbing lawsuit abuse.
Martha Panduro named AFA's employee of the month for August 2024
By A. D. Bamburg | Jul 31, 2024
Martha Panduro has been named the Administrative Faculty Assembly’s (AFA) Employee of the Month for August 2024. Serving as an Academic Advisor at the Henderson Campus, Panduro was nominated by Ann Thompson.
American Tort Reform Association labels New York 'lawsuit inferno' amid liability expansion
By J. D. Suayan | Jul 31, 2024
The American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) has designated New York as a “Lawsuit Inferno” in its latest Legislative HeatCheck report, citing the state legislature’s ongoing efforts to expand liability.
ATRA recognizes Indiana's efforts with 'Tort Reform Trailblazer' title
By J. D. Suayan | Jul 31, 2024
The American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) has recognized Indiana as a “Tort Reform Trailblazer” in its latest Legislative HeatCheck report, commending the state for enacting two significant legal reforms during this year’s legislative session.
West Virginia praised for key legal reforms amid ongoing tort cost concerns
By R. B. Pepalis | Jul 31, 2024
The American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) has recognized West Virginia as a “Tort Reform Trailblazer” in its latest Legislative HeatCheck report, commending the state for enacting two significant pieces of litigation reform this year.
American Tort Reform Association places California on 'Heat Watch' list
By A. I. Benavidez | Jul 31, 2024
The American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) has placed California on its “Heat Watch” list in the new Legislative HeatCheck report, citing an increase in legislation that could expand liability within the state.
ATRA names Colorado 'Lawsuit Inferno' amid legislative changes
By A. D. Bamburg | Jul 31, 2024
The American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) has labeled Colorado a "Lawsuit Inferno" in its new Legislative HeatCheck report. The Democratic-controlled legislature of Colorado has pursued extensive liability-expanding legislation this year, despite opposition from the business community and Governor Jared Polis' vetoes of several significant bills. As a result, Colorado is now considered one of the worst state legislative bodies for expanding liability.
New Hampshire labeled 'lawsuit inferno' by ATRA over expanded liability risks
By R. B. Pepalis | Jul 31, 2024
Today, the American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) announced that New Hampshire is a “Lawsuit Inferno” in its new Legislative HeatCheck report.
Attorney General Ford requests expedited appeal in fake electors case
By A. A. Sanchez | Jul 31, 2024
Carson City, NV – Attorney General Aaron D. Ford has filed a motion with the Nevada Supreme Court requesting expedited consideration of appeals in the "fake electors" cases. The request aims to clarify the path forward for prosecuting these crimes.
ATRA places New Jersey on 'Heat Watch' due to liability-expanding legislation
By M. N. Tirado | Jul 31, 2024
The American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) has placed New Jersey on its “Heat Watch” list in the new Legislative HeatCheck, citing potential liability-expanding legislation that could worsen the state’s legal climate.
ATRA recognizes Alabama's asbestos litigation reform as pioneering
By R. B. Pepalis | Jul 31, 2024
The American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) has recognized Alabama as a “Tort Reform Trailblazer” in its latest Legislative HeatCheck report, commending the state for passing significant asbestos litigation reform.
CSN Dale Etheridge Planetarium offers unique celestial experiences
By E. F. Cullerton | Jul 31, 2024
The CSN Dale Etheridge Planetarium offers a unique celestial experience, attracting students and the community with its rich history and educational programs. Managed by Dr. Andrew Kerr and Lisa Goodman, the planetarium stands as a beacon of astronomical education in Southern Nevada.
CSN receives over $860K for logistics & nursing training
By J. D. Suayan | Jul 31, 2024
The Nevada Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) Board has approved $1,693,230 from the Workforce Innovations for a New Nevada (WINN) fund to support three industry-led workforce training programs.
Michigan placed on 'Heat Watch' due to liability-expanding legislation
By K. R. Nelson | Jul 31, 2024
The American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) has placed Michigan on its “Heat Watch” list in the new Legislative HeatCheck report, citing a surge of liability-expanding legislation that could further deteriorate the state’s legal climate.
Daytime lane restrictions announced for SR-361 near Gabbs
By A. A. Sanchez | Jul 31, 2024
The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) has announced ongoing daytime lane closures on SR-361 near the community of Gabbs in rural Nye County. The closures are necessary to construct shoulder armoring and reconstruct pavement in several areas.
ATRA warns of increased litigation risks in Maryland's latest legislative actions
By E. F. Cullerton | Jul 31, 2024
The American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) announced today that the Maryland Senate is creating a “Lawsuit Inferno” in its new Legislative HeatCheck report, citing the upper chamber’s focus on liability expansion.
Nevada DOT announces lane restrictions for I-15 and SR-610/Lamb Blvd
By E. F. Cullerton | Jul 30, 2024
The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) has announced upcoming lane restrictions on Interstate 15 (I-15) and SR-610/Lamb Blvd in North Las Vegas and Clark County. The traffic control measures are necessary for bridge rail repairs and road striping.
Nevada DMV launches AI-enhanced contact center for improved customer service
By A. D. Bamburg | Jul 30, 2024
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has launched a new and improved contact center. Partnering with Amazon Web Services (AWS), the DMV developed a system that integrates generative artificial intelligence with real-person assistance to enhance customer service.
Lake Tahoe sees improved winter but murkier summer waters in latest report
By C. D. McHugh | Jul 30, 2024
The clarity of Lake Tahoe’s blue waters in 2023 continued its years-long trend of improving during the winter and deteriorating during the summer. The annual clarity report, released today by the University of California, Davis – Tahoe Environmental Research Center, found that winter lake conditions were the clearest observed since 1983 and the 10th best on record, with visibility of 91.8 feet under the surface, compared with 72.2 feet in 2022.