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Universal Television's Hacks Drives Jobs, Business Growth, and Millions in Economic Impact Across Nevada
NEW YORK, June 6 [Category: BizMedia] -- NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast, posted the following news:
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Universal Television's Hacks Drives Jobs, Business Growth, and Millions in Economic Impact Across Nevada
Universal Television and Film Nevada spotlight the series' contributions to local hiring, small businesses, and workforce development during a special season five finale event.
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Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, continues to drive meaningful economic and workforce impact in Nevada through its hit series Hacks, underscoring the power of production to
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NEW YORK, June 6 [Category: BizMedia] -- NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast, posted the following news:
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Universal Television's Hacks Drives Jobs, Business Growth, and Millions in Economic Impact Across Nevada
Universal Television and Film Nevada spotlight the series' contributions to local hiring, small businesses, and workforce development during a special season five finale event.
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Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group, continues to drive meaningful economic and workforce impact in Nevada through its hit series Hacks, underscoring the power of production tosupport local communities and businesses.
Filmed in Las Vegas, the show has generated significant investment in the state. Hacks season five alone employed more than 1,100 Nevada residents, supported nearly 300 businesses across the state, and injected millions into the Nevada economy.
To celebrate the show's impact, NBCUniversal partnered with the Governor's Office of Economic Development and its Film Nevada division to host a special screening of the Hacks season five finale, followed by a panel discussion with industry and state leaders. Moderated by Film Nevada Deputy Director Danette Tull, the panel featured Hacks Executive Producer Morgan Sackett, Universal Television Senior Vice President of Production Michael Swanson, and Film Nevada Director Kim Spurgeon, and focused on workforce development opportunities, local hiring, and the long-term economic benefits of production in Nevada.
" Hacks is one example of how film and television productions can deliver meaningful economic benefits while promoting Nevada's unique communities and landscapes. Our team works closely with productions to identify locations, connect them with local crew and vendors, and help ensure successful filming experiences throughout the state."
- Kim Spurgeon, Film Nevada Director
"Las Vegas continues to capture the world's imagination as a one-of-a-kind location for the film and television industry. Hacks has brought international attention to Las Vegas showcasing our city and its unique character. The series underscores the importance of entertainment as a driver of economic development, job creation and community investment."
- Shelley Berkley, Las Vegas Mayor
At the event, Las Vegas Mayor Shelley Berkley presented the production with custom "Deborah Vance Way" street signs in honor of the show's iconic character and proclaimed May 28, 2026, as "Hacks Day."
The impact of Hacks extends beyond the screen, fueling job creation, supporting small businesses, and reinforcing Nevada's position as a best-in-class production destination. Across the country, NBCUniversal productions support local hiring, engage businesses and vendors, and contribute to economic growth in the communities where they film.
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Original text here: https://www.nbcuniversal.com/article/universal-televisions-hacks-drives-jobs-business-growth-and-millions-economic-impact-across-nevada
UCLA Health: Creatine May Supercharge Immune Cells That are Key to Fighting Cancer
LOS ANGELES, California, June 6 (TNSjou) -- The UCLA Health issued the following news release:
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Creatine may supercharge immune cells that are key to fighting cancer
UCLA study finds creatine supplementation significantly slowed tumor growth in mice
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Creatine, the organic acid that is popularly taken as a supplement by athletes and bodybuilders, supercharges a critical class of immune cells that activate and prepare the body's key cancer-fighters, according to new UCLA research.
The study, conducted in mouse models and human cells and published in iScience (https://www.cell.com/iscience/fulltext/S2589-0042(26)00811-4),
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LOS ANGELES, California, June 6 (TNSjou) -- The UCLA Health issued the following news release:
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Creatine may supercharge immune cells that are key to fighting cancer
UCLA study finds creatine supplementation significantly slowed tumor growth in mice
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Creatine, the organic acid that is popularly taken as a supplement by athletes and bodybuilders, supercharges a critical class of immune cells that activate and prepare the body's key cancer-fighters, according to new UCLA research.
The study, conducted in mouse models and human cells and published in iScience (https://www.cell.com/iscience/fulltext/S2589-0042(26)00811-4),builds directly on earlier work from the same lab showing that creatine powers killer T cells in their battle against tumors. Now, the team has discovered that creatine also fuels dendritic cells, specialized immune cells that capture tumor fragments and direct killer T cells to attack.
Most approved cancer immunotherapies work by targeting killer T cells directly, yet only about 20%-40% of patients respond to them. Bolstering the dendritic cells that train and activate T cells could potentially offer a way to bring the benefits of immunotherapy to more patients.
"Immunotherapy has shown remarkable promise, but it only works for a subset of patients," said Lili Yang, the study's senior author, a professor of microbiology, immunology and molecular genetics and a member of the Eli and Edythe Broad Center of Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell Research at UCLA. "What this study shows is that creatine doesn't just help the T cells fighting cancer -- it also energizes the entire infrastructure supports and guides them. That makes creatine a promising supplement to holistically support the immune response that modern immunotherapies depend on."
The researchers began by examining which metabolic genes were most active in dendritic cells that had infiltrated tumors in mice. They found that the gene encoding the creatine transporter -- a protein that pulls creatine inside cells -- was markedly elevated in dendritic cells inside tumors compared to those in healthy tissue.
To find out why, the team grew and studied dendritic cells that had been engineered to lack the creatine transporter entirely. These cells showed impaired survival, reduced activation and a weakened ability to prime T cells to mount a response against tumors. When creatine-deficient dendritic cells were grown alongside T cells in a lab dish, those T cells divided less and produced fewer of the signaling molecules needed to fight cancer.
The team then tested the opposite intervention: Instead of reducing creatine levels, the researchers increased them to see whether this could enhance the dendritic cells' function. Giving daily creatine injections to mouse models of melanoma significantly slowed tumor growth and boosted both the abundance and the activation of tumor-infiltrating dendritic cells. Creatine-treated dendritic cells also produced higher levels of chemical signals that draw additional immune cells into the tumor.
Using metabolomics analyses, the researchers found that creatine supplementation raised intracellular ATP levels in dendritic cells -- ATP is the energy currency cells use to power virtually every function -- and sustained the key inflammatory signaling pathways needed for activation. Like a battery storing and releasing excess energy on demand, creatine helps dendritic cells maintain stable energy levels even when competing with fast-growing tumor cells for nutrients.
The researchers also tested creatine's effects on human dendritic cells. Creatine treatment enhanced the activation of human monocyte-derived dendritic cells, which are often used in dendritic cell cancer vaccines, and improved their ability to stimulate human T cells against a cancer-associated target. The findings suggest that incorporating creatine during the manufacturing of dendritic cell vaccines may boost their therapeutic potency.
"The potential we see here is that creatine could be used in two complementary ways: as a supplement to enhance the immune response of patients already receiving immunotherapy, and as a tool to improve the quality of dendritic cell-based vaccines before they're administered," said James Elsten-Brown, a co-first author and graduate student in Yang's lab.
Together, the findings point to creatine as a potential tool for strengthening the immune system's anti-cancer response at multiple levels, including the cells that detect the threat and set the response in motion.
"Understanding how to metabolically support dendritic cells is about supporting the entire anti-tumor response, not just the killer T cells at the end of it," said Elliot Kang, a co-first author of the study and former undergraduate student researcher in Yang's lab.
The researchers emphasize that while the findings are scientifically promising, this study was conducted in cells and mice, not patients, and no dietary or medical recommendations should be drawn from it. Although creatine monohydrate has been widely used as a supplement for decades and is generally considered safe at recommended doses, anyone undergoing cancer treatment should consult their doctor before adding any supplement to their routine.
Next, the team hopes to collaborate with physicians on prospective clinical trials that could test whether creatine supplementation improves outcomes in patients receiving immunotherapy.
The experimental strategies described in this study have not been tested in humans or approved by the Food and Drug Administration as safe and effective for use in humans.
Funding for the study was provided by a UCLA Broad Stem Cell Research Center Rose Hills Foundation Innovator Grant; the UCLA Health Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center and UCLA Broad Stem Cell Research Center Ablon Scholars Program; and a Magnolia Council Senior Investigator Grant Award and a fellowship from the Tower Cancer Research Foundation.
This newly identified potential therapeutic strategy is covered by a patent application filed by the UCLA Technology Development Group on behalf of the Regents of the University of California.
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Original text here: https://www.uclahealth.org/news/release/creatine-may-supercharge-immune-cells-are-key-fighting
[Category: Medical]
Russell Henley Clinches Sixth PGA Tour Win, Sporting the Pinnacle Name
ATLANTA, Georgia, June 6 -- Pinnacle Financial Partners, an asset regional bank that says it provides banking, investment, trust, mortgage and insurance products and services, issued the following statement on June 5, 2026:
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Russell Henley clinches sixth PGA Tour win, sporting the Pinnacle name
Celebrating a dramatic come-from-behind victory
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In a dramatic come-from-behind victory at the Charles Schwab Challenge, Russell Henley claimed his sixth career PGA TOUR win, representing the Pinnacle Financial Partners name in style. His win gives all of us a reason to be proud.
After falling
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ATLANTA, Georgia, June 6 -- Pinnacle Financial Partners, an asset regional bank that says it provides banking, investment, trust, mortgage and insurance products and services, issued the following statement on June 5, 2026:
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Russell Henley clinches sixth PGA Tour win, sporting the Pinnacle name
Celebrating a dramatic come-from-behind victory
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In a dramatic come-from-behind victory at the Charles Schwab Challenge, Russell Henley claimed his sixth career PGA TOUR win, representing the Pinnacle Financial Partners name in style. His win gives all of us a reason to be proud.
After fallingfive shots off the lead on the front nine, Henley's resilience and determination were on full display as he staged a late charge. He birdied the final three holes to force a sudden-death playoff before sealing the win with a 5-foot putt.
"It's hard to believe I'm sitting here," said the 37-year-old Henley in his press conference. "I just kept telling myself, I want to win. I want to be here. I want to be hitting these putts and be in contention."
With a game built on precision and efficiency, Henley this week ranked first in Strokes Gained: Tee to Green; first in driving accuracy; first in proximity to the hole; and second in Strokes Gained: Approach to the Green.
Henley, with the win, rose to No. 11 in the FedEx Cup standings and catapulted to No. 5 (from No. 11) in the Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR), reinforcing his position among the game's elite. Dating to 2023, his strong play has led to an ascension on the OWGR (from 24th to his current rank).
Since joining Pinnacle Financial Partners (formerly under Synovus) in 2023, the 2010 Haskins Award Winner (most outstanding collegiate golfer) has padded his resume by tying for fourth in the 2024 FedEx Cup standings; winning the Arnold Palmer Invitational last year; and finishing runner-up at the season-ending 2025 TOUR championship before notching a seventh-place showing in the FedEx Cup standings.
Additionally, Henley earned his way onto the 2024 U.S. Presidents Cup squad and 2025 USA Ryder Cup team.
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Original text here: https://www.pnfp.com/about-pinnacle/media-room/news-releases/russell-henley-clinches-sixth-pga-tour-win-sporting-the-pinnacle-name
[Category: BizFinancial Services]
Marcus & Millichap Brokers $47 Million Sale of Landmark Multifamily Asset in Los Angeles
ENCINO, California, June 6 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release on June 5, 2026:
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Marcus & Millichap Brokers $47 Million Sale of Landmark Multifamily Asset in Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES - Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of The Versailles Apartments, a five-story, 78-unit multifamily asset in Los Angeles, California. The property sold for $47 million, or $602,564 per unit. Tony Azzi and Rabbie Banafsheha of the Azzi Group
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ENCINO, California, June 6 -- Marcus and Millichap issued the following news release on June 5, 2026:
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Marcus & Millichap Brokers $47 Million Sale of Landmark Multifamily Asset in Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES - Marcus & Millichap (NYSE: MMI), a leading commercial real estate brokerage firm specializing in investment sales, financing, research and advisory services, announced today the sale of The Versailles Apartments, a five-story, 78-unit multifamily asset in Los Angeles, California. The property sold for $47 million, or $602,564 per unit. Tony Azzi and Rabbie Banafsheha of the Azzi Groupof Marcus & Millichap exclusively represented the seller and procured the buyer.
Azzi stated: "On the market for the first time in 40 years, this rare opportunity generated intense competition from a diverse pool of institutional and private investors. Ultimately, we closed with a buyer who brought the most competitive terms to the table." Banafsheha added: "Situated on an entire city block along the Burton Way corridor, this trophy asset is virtually impossible to replicate or assemble today."
Located at 8811 Burton Way, the property is ideally situated between West Hollywood and Beverly Hills, adjacent to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, with convenient access to State Route 2, Interstate 405, and nearby Metro Rail stations in Culver City and Palms. The location offers residents immediate access to premier retail and cultural destinations, including the Beverly Center, The Grove, the Melrose Avenue shopping district, and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
Constructed in 1989, The Versailles Apartments has a rooftop swimming pool and deck, a fitness center, laundry facilities on every floor, and two levels of subterranean parking. Apartments have hardwood floors, granite countertops, stainless-steel appliances, and dishwashers. Select units have washers and dryers.
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About Marcus & Millichap, Inc. (NYSE: MMI)
Marcus & Millichap, Inc. is a leading brokerage firm specializing in commercial real estate investment sales, financing, research and advisory services with offices throughout the United States and Canada. As of December 31, 2025, the company had 1,808 investment sales and financing professionals in over 80 offices who provide investment brokerage and financing services to sellers and buyers of commercial real estate. The company also offers market research, consulting and advisory services to clients. Marcus & Millichap closed 8,818 transactions in 2025, with a sales volume of approximately $50.9 billion. For additional information, please visit www.MarcusMillichap.com.
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Original text here: https://www.marcusmillichap.com/news-events/press/2026/06/marcus-millichap-brokers-47-million-sale-of-landmark-multifamily-asset-in-los-angeles
[Category: BizRealEstate]
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Leads at London International Disputes Week
NEW YORK, June 6 -- Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer leads at London International Disputes Week
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer has played a leading role in London International Disputes Week (LIDW) 2026, reinforcing the firm's position at the heart of the global disputes community.
LIDW 2026 brought together the world's foremost disputes professionals across a packed week of conferences, panels and networking events.
The firm's involvement spanned the flagship International Arbitration Day, the main LIDW conference,
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NEW YORK, June 6 -- Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP, a law firm, issued the following news:
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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer leads at London International Disputes Week
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer has played a leading role in London International Disputes Week (LIDW) 2026, reinforcing the firm's position at the heart of the global disputes community.
LIDW 2026 brought together the world's foremost disputes professionals across a packed week of conferences, panels and networking events.
The firm's involvement spanned the flagship International Arbitration Day, the main LIDW conference,and a number of member-hosted events, where HSF Kramer practitioners shared their expertise on some of the most pressing issues facing the disputes world today. The firm's London office once again served as a hub for the week's activity, welcoming delegates from across the globe.
This year's theme, Tradition, Trust and Transformation in International Dispute Resolution, provided a timely backdrop for debate on the evolving landscape of cross-border dispute resolution. Following months of planning, the firm put up 18 lawyers to speak across the week as well as hosting or co-hosting 12 events for 785 delegates, with 485 of those at Exchange House.
LIDW aims to represent and celebrate London as a leading centre for handling the resolution of international disputes, whatever the sector or form of dispute resolution, such as arbitration, litigation and mediation.
Paul Lewis, Managing Partner for Disputes UK & EMEA, said: "As a proud founding member of LIDW, our firm has been instrumental in shaping the week since its inception in 2019, and our commitment to the event reflects our broader dedication to advancing the practice of international dispute resolution."
The week in numbers
18 speakers fielded across the week
12 events hosted or co-hosted
485 delegates welcomed to Exchange House
We look forward to building on this year's success as LIDW continues to grow as the premier disputes week on the global calendar. For more information about our involvement, please visit: https://www.hsfkramer.com/events/2026-02/london-international-disputes-week-2026
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Original text here: https://www.hsfkramer.com/news/2026-06/hsf-kramer-leads-at-london-international-disputes-week
[Category: BizLaw/Legal]
Fisher Phillips Issues Insight: EEOC Issues New Enforcement Plan - 5 Steps for Employers to Ensure Compliance With Federal Anti-Discrimination Laws
ATLANTA, Georgia, June 6 -- Fisher Phillips, a law firm, issued the following insight on June 5, 2026:
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EEOC Issues New Enforcement Plan: 5 Steps for Employers to Ensure Compliance with Federal Anti-Discrimination Laws
Employers now have a roadmap from the federal government on how best to comply with workplace anti-discrimination laws under the Trump administration. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) just released an updated National Enforcement Plan yesterday that replaces the last plan from the Biden administration. Notably, the plan prioritizes enforcement in intentional
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ATLANTA, Georgia, June 6 -- Fisher Phillips, a law firm, issued the following insight on June 5, 2026:
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EEOC Issues New Enforcement Plan: 5 Steps for Employers to Ensure Compliance with Federal Anti-Discrimination Laws
Employers now have a roadmap from the federal government on how best to comply with workplace anti-discrimination laws under the Trump administration. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) just released an updated National Enforcement Plan yesterday that replaces the last plan from the Biden administration. Notably, the plan prioritizes enforcement in intentionaldiscrimination cases - including bias in DEI programs - rather than disparate impact claims. The plan "reaffirms the agency's unwavering commitment to merit-based, evenhanded enforcement of our nation's civil rights laws," according to EEOC Chair Andrea Lucas. We'll tell you everything you need to know about the new enforcement guidelines and five steps to ensure compliance.
The EEOC's New Enforcement Priorities
The EEOC's Commissioners voted on June 4 to replace the Biden administration's FY 2024-2028 Strategic Enforcement Plan with a new National Enforcement Plan (NEP). The EEOC noted that it will use its enforcement discretion to advance the Trump administration's policy objectives and comply with relevant executive orders. The plan includes the following priorities:
Disparate Treatment Cases: The EEOC will prioritize disparate treatment (meaning intentional discrimination) over disparate impact claims (which stem from seemingly neutral policies or practices that have a disproportionate impact on a particular group of individuals based on a protected characteristic like race or sex).
The EEOC's plan eliminates disparate impact theories in investigations "to the maximum degree possible" and drops litigation efforts that advance disparate impact claims. The plan aligns with President Trump's 2025 Executive Order aiming to "eliminate the use of disparate impact liability in all contexts to the maximum degree possible." You can read more about that order here.
Intentional Discrimination Through DEI Programs: The plan specifically names DEI policies, programs, and practices as a focus. The agency included the following examples of practices it will scrutinize:
* race- or sex-based quotas (even when framed as "aspirational" goals);
* diverse slate policies;
* diverse hiring panel policies;
* diversity statements required of candidates;
* compensation tied to diversity goals; and
* race or sex data shared with managers, the public, or other non-HR personnel or legal representatives.
Hiring Preferences for Foreign National Workers: The NEP says this may include, but is not limited to, policies, programs, or practices that preference guest worker visa holders or PERM applicants.
Clarifying Supreme Court Precedent: The new plan specifically highlights claims involving the application or scope of recent SCOTUS decisions on:
* "majority-group" workplace bias claims;
* a sex discrimination claim based on a lateral job transfer;
* voluntary affirmative action programs; and
* employer obligations under Title VII to reasonably accommodate religious practices.
The EEOC is also focusing on cases that will clarify the scope of Bostock v. Clayton County regarding employees' right to "single-sex intimate spaces" and employers' right to provide them, employees' and employers' right to "express the binary nature of sex," and employees' right to religious accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs. Additionally, it will focus on the scope of liability under the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act.
Three-Pronged Approach to Eliminating Workplace Discrimination
The new National Enforcement Plan also reaffirms the EEOC's three-pronged approach to addressing workplace discrimination:
1. prevention through education and outreach;
2. voluntary resolution of disputes (including alternative dispute resolution, pre-determination settlements, and conciliation agreements); and
3. enforcement through litigation.
Beyond the DEI and disparate treatment priorities discussed above, the plan also targets cases with potentially broad impact beyond the immediate parties, matters involving vulnerable workers, federal appeals court disagreements on anti-discrimination issues, and constitutional and statutory liability limits for religious employers.
EEOC Chair Andrea Lucas framed the new plan as a commitment to individualized, merit-based enforcement. "By prioritizing intentional discrimination and underscoring that every worker must be treated as an individual under the law, this plan sharpens the agency's focus on protecting equal opportunity for all Americans," she said.
The EEOC's only Democratic Commissioner, Kalpana Kotagal, objected to the new NEP, calling it a "dramatic shift in the agency's enforcement, outreach, and litigation programs."
Your 5-Step Compliance Plan
The EEOC's announcement of new enforcement priorities offers an opportunity for your business to audit current policies to ensure they're in compliance with the agency's current approach. Consult with your FP counsel and consider the following steps:
1. Review Your Workplace Policies and Practices: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act prohibits employment discrimination based on protected characteristics, including race, color, national origin, sex, and religion. In prior guidance, the Trump administration has explained that the law protects against such discrimination "no matter which employees are harmed," and noted that Title VII's protections "apply equally to all racial, ethnic, and national origin groups, as well as both sexes." Additional laws the EEOC enforces protect employees from discrimination based on age, disability, and genetic information.
2. Focus on Consistency and Transparency: In addition to reviewing what your policies actually say, you should ensure rules are applied consistently and do not inadvertently disadvantage any group. Using transparent qualification standards and legal review for major decisions such as promotions, demotions, and involuntary transfers are keys to reducing risk.
3. Train Your Staff: It's crucial to provide training to HR staff and managers on unbiased decision-making and to reinforce compliance with equal employment opportunity laws for all employees.
4. Continue to Monitor for State Law Compliance: The federal government is no longer pursuing disparate impact claims, but employers may still see such claims, particularly under applicable state law. Continue to assess whether any neutral policies potentially create these types of disparities. In general, state and local anti-discrimination laws may impose more obligations than federal law. Review your policies against the requirements in each of your locations and consult with counsel to address state law nuances.
5. Stay Updated on the Latest Developments: The EEOC and other federal agencies continue to issue new guidance at a rapid pace that significantly impacts workplace compliance priorities. For example, just last month, the EEOC submitted two proposals to the White House: one to scrap a safe harbor for employers with voluntary affirmative action plans, and another to end EEO-1 reporting. Make sure you are subscribed to Fisher Phillips' Insight System to get the most up-to-date information.
Conclusion
If you have questions, reach out to your Fisher Phillips attorney, the authors of this Insight, or any member of our DEI and EEO Compliance Team. We will continue to monitor developments related to all aspects of workplace law. And again, sign up for alerts from Fisher Phillips' Insight System to stay on top of information that could impact your business.
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Original text here: https://www.fisherphillips.com/en/insights/insights/steps-for-employers-to-ensure-compliance-with-federal-anti-discrimination-laws
[Category: BizLaw/Legal]
Chambers USA Recognizes Nixon Peabody Attorneys and Practice Areas for 2026
ALBANY, New York, June 6 -- Nixon Peabody, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Chambers USA recognizes Nixon Peabody attorneys and practice areas for 2026
Nixon Peabody LLP announced that 69 of the firm's attorneys and 29 practice areas have been recognized as industry leaders in the 2026 edition of Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business.
Chambers USA gave notable recognition to six of Nixon Peabody's firmwide practice areas:
* Capital Markets: Securitization: Trustee Counsel
* Franchising
* Healthcare: The Elite
* Projects: PPP
* Public Finance
* Startups
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ALBANY, New York, June 6 -- Nixon Peabody, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Chambers USA recognizes Nixon Peabody attorneys and practice areas for 2026
Nixon Peabody LLP announced that 69 of the firm's attorneys and 29 practice areas have been recognized as industry leaders in the 2026 edition of Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business.
Chambers USA gave notable recognition to six of Nixon Peabody's firmwide practice areas:
* Capital Markets: Securitization: Trustee Counsel
* Franchising
* Healthcare: The Elite
* Projects: PPP
* Public Finance
* Startups& Emerging Companies
In addition, 23 of the firm's practice areas gained statewide recognition.
Four of the law firm's attorneys received "Up & Coming" recognition for "being at the forefront of their generation and driving the firm's growth," according to Chambers USA. Nixon Peabody CEO and Managing Partner Stephen Zubiago was also recognized as an "Eminent Practitioner" for a sixth consecutive year.
Chambers USA State Recognition
23 Nixon Peabody practices earned state recognition:
* Bankruptcy/Refinancing: Massachusetts
* Construction: California
* Corporate/M&A: Massachusetts, Upstate New York
* Corporate/Commercial: New Hampshire
* Environment: Upstate New York
* Healthcare: California, Illinois, New York
* Labor & Employment: Rhode Island, Upstate New York
* Litigation: General Commercial: Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Upstate New York
* Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations: Massachusetts
* Private Equity: Venture Capital Investment: Massachusetts
* Public Finance: California, District of Columbia, Illinois, New York
* Real Estate: Massachusetts, Upstate New York
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Chambers USA "Leaders in the Field"
Chambers USA recognized 63 Nixon Peabody attorneys as leaders in their field:
* Anthony Barron--Construction (California)
* Armando Batastini--Litigation: General Commercial (Rhode Island)
* John Beals--Investment Funds: Investor Representation (Nationwide); Privacy Equity: Fund Formation (Massachusetts)
* Lori Bowman--Real Estate (Upstate New York)
* Jeff Brenner--Litigation: General Commercial (Rhode Island)
* Allan Cohen--Startups & Emerging Companies (Nationwide)
* Laurie Cohen--Healthcare (New York)
* Stacie Collier--Labor & Employment (Rhode Island)
* Elizabeth Columbo--Public Finance (New York)
* Jacqueline Cooney--Privacy & Data Security: Privacy (Nationwide)
* Daniel Deane--Litigation: General Commercial (New Hampshire)
* Daniel Deaton--Public Finance (California)
* Roderick Devlin--Projects: PPP (Nationwide)
* Peter Egan--Healthcare (New York)
* Robert Fisher--Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations (Massachusetts)
* Leigh Gilligan--Environment (Massachusetts)
* Lori Green--Corporate/M&A (Upstate New York)
* Kim Harding--Labor & Employment (Upstate New York)
* John Hutchinson--Public Finance (New York)
* Jessica Jewell--Labor & Employment (Rhode Island)
* Stephen Jones--Labor & Employment (Upstate New York)
* Ilana Kameros--Capital Markets: Securitization: Trustee Counsel (Nationwide)
* Christopher Keefe--Private Equity: Venture Capital Investment (Massachusetts)
* Brian Kelly--Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations (Massachusetts)
* Mark Knights--Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations (New Hampshire)
* Jared Lusk--Real Estate (Upstate New York)
* Timothy Maloney--Intellectual Property (Illinois)
* Michele Masucci--Healthcare (New York)
* James Mayer--Real Estate (Illinois)
* Richard McGuirk--Litigation: General Commercial (Upstate New York)
* Keri McWilliams--Franchising (Nationwide)
* Michael Melzer--Public Finance (Illinois)
* Shelagh Michaud--Labor & Employment (Rhode Island)
* Victor Milione--Bankruptcy/Restructuring (Massachusetts)
* Valerie Montague--Healthcare (Illinois)
* Catherine Ng--Capital Markets: Securitization: Trustee Counsel (Nationwide)
* Carolyn Nussbaum--Litigation: General Commercial (Upstate New York)
* Greg O'Shaughnessy--Corporate/M&A (Massachusetts)
* Sarah Quinn--Labor & Employment (Illinois)
* Sasha Rao--Intellectual Property: Patent Litigation (California)
* Mitchell Rapaport--Public Finance (District of Columbia)
* Christopher Reitzel--Public Finance (New York)
* Steven Richard--Litigation: General Commercial (Rhode Island)
* Matthew Richards--Construction (California)
* Andrew Rose--Litigation: General Commercial (Upstate New York)
* Tyler Savage--Corporate/M&A (Upstate New York)
* Michael Schnipper--Healthcare (New York)
* Jennifer Schultz--Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use (Massachusetts)
* Bruce Serchuk--Public Finance (District of Columbia)
* Julie Seymour--Healthcare (Illinois); Public Finance (Illinois)
* Andrew Share--Corporate/Commercial (New Hampshire)
* Joshua Sharp--Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations (Massachusetts)
* Todd Shinaman--Labor & Employment (Upstate New York)
* Rebecca Simone--Healthcare (New York)
* Priya Sopori--Cannabis Law: Western United States (Nationwide)
* Mark Stember--Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation (District of Columbia)
* Eric Tanck--Corporate/M&A (Upstate New York)
* Philip Taub--Corporate/Commercial (New Hampshire)
* Todd Tidgewell--Corporate/M&A (Upstate New York)
* Kendal Tyre--Franchising (Nationwide)
* David Vicinanzo--Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations (New Hampshire)
* Ted Wolff--Environment (New York)
* Virginia Wong--Public Finance (New York)
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Chambers USA's "Up & Coming"
Four Nixon Peabody attorneys earned Chamber USA's "Up & Coming" recognition:
* Adam Gordon--Public Finance (New York City)
* Harsh Parikh--Healthcare (California)
* Christina Ricotta--Real Estate (Massachusetts)
* Dana Stanton--Environment (Upstate New York)
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Chambers USA "Senior Statespeople"
Chambers USA honors Nixon Peabody senior counsel as "Senior Statespeople":
* Bruce Baker--Real Estate (Upstate New York)
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Chambers USA "Eminent Practitioner"
Chambers USA honors Nixon Peabody CEO and managing partner as an "Eminent Practitioner":
* Stephen Zubiago--Corporate/Commercial (Rhode Island)
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Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business is a legal benchmark of practitioners' legal ability, professional conduct, client service, commercial awareness, diligence, and commitment. The survey is conducted by Chambers and Partners, a leading independent research company that delivers detailed rankings and insights into the world's leading lawyers.
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Original text here: https://www.nixonpeabody.com/about/media/2026/06/04/chambers-usa-recognizes-nixon-peabody-attorneys-and-practice-areas-for-2026
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