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Nevada Department of Education announces new student advisory group
By R. B. Pepalis | Aug 6, 2024
CARSON CITY, Nev. – The Nevada Department of Education has announced the formation of the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Group for Education (NV SAGE), with applications now available for interested students.
OPINION: When is enough enough? Trial attorneys want to make millions off sexual assault victims
By Silver State Journal Editorial Board | Aug 5, 2024
This election, Nevadans will vote on whether to cap contingency fees for attorneys at 20%. Not surprisingly, trial attorneys across the state are opposed, with some saying such a cap would prohibit them from representing clients. A few make this even more explicit: arguing that a 20% cap would make it harder for victims of sexual assault to retain legal counsel.
Southwest Gas sponsors WNC’s annual gala supporting student development
By E. F. Cullerton | Aug 5, 2024
Western Nevada College (WNC) Foundation has announced its ongoing partnership with Southwest Gas, an energy service provider catering to over two million customers in Arizona, California, and Nevada. This collaboration will support the institution's seventh annual Reach for the Stars Gala on Saturday, Aug. 10.
Reno-Sparks Heat Mapping Project seeks volunteers amid summer heat
By A. D. Bamburg | Aug 2, 2024
Reno, Nev. (August 2, 2024) – A consortium of organizations led by the Nevada State Climate Office is seeking volunteers for the Reno-Sparks Heat Mapping Project on August 10. The initiative aims to study urban heat islands and their effects on the region. Volunteers will drive or navigate predetermined routes with GPS-equipped temperature and humidity sensors attached to their vehicles.
Senator Jacky Rosen leads workforce development discussion at Dandini Campus
By C. D. McHugh | Aug 2, 2024
U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen visited the Dandini Campus on July 15 to lead a roundtable discussion focused on addressing Nevada’s labor shortages through workforce development education. The session aimed to align local educational goals with federal priorities and explore funding opportunities to support new programs.
United Way of Southern Nevada receives $35K grant from U.S. Bank Foundation
By R. B. Pepalis | Aug 2, 2024
United Way of Southern Nevada receives $35,000 grant from U.S. Bank Foundation
New DMV kiosk installed at Carson City Smith's location
By M. N. Tirado | Aug 2, 2024
The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has announced the addition of a new kiosk in Carson City. The kiosk is located inside Smith's Grocery Store at 599 East William Street, providing an alternative to visiting the DMV office.
Construction spending declines as industry calls for regulatory relief
By J. D. Suayan | Aug 1, 2024
Construction spending decreased by 0.3 percent from May to June, reaching a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $2.148 trillion, according to a new government report analyzed by the Associated General Contractors of America. The decline was driven by drops in single-family homebuilding and major public project types, which outweighed gains in certain private nonresidential categories. Association officials have called on the Biden administration to ease regulatory barriers hindering infrastructure projects.
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.