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Wave of student activism spreads at Cornell after rape allegations

Wave of student activism spreads at Cornell after rape allegations

Cornell students have planned a smattering of protests urging the university to change the way it deals with sexual assault cases.
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New York declares first US measles disaster emergency since 2025 surge

New York declares first US measles disaster emergency since 2025 surge

Oct 5 (Reuters) - New York Governor Kathy Hochul declared a statewide disaster emergency on Monday over a measles outbreak, the first such declaration by a U.S. state since cases began surging in 2025.
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AI in Employment Decisions Raises Legal Concerns for Employers in New York

AI in Employment Decisions Raises Legal Concerns for Employers in New York

AI in Employment Decisions Raises Legal Concerns for Employers in New York
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Cornell president speaks out in video statement on sexual assault case

Cornell president speaks out in video statement on sexual assault case

Cornell President Michael Kotlikoff called the 2024 allegations “deeply disturbing” as New York’s attorney general investigates the case and the university prepares an independent review.
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New York defendant in Cornell sexual assault lawsuit denies allegations

New York defendant in Cornell sexual assault lawsuit denies allegations

A New York defendant in a civil lawsuit alleging a sexual assault at a Cornell University fraternity house has denied participating in sexual activity or drug use.
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Woman at center of Cornell rape allegations targeted with threats, lawyer says

Woman at center of Cornell rape allegations targeted with threats, lawyer says

By Nolan D. McCaskill WASHINGTON, Oct 4 (Reuters) - The woman who has alleged that she was drugged and raped by Cornell University students has been the target of threats, her lawyer said on Sunday.
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Women declare #IamJaneDoe in solidarity with Cornell University rape accuser

Women declare #IamJaneDoe in solidarity with Cornell University rape accuser

By Donna Bryson and Jonathan Allen Oct 3 - Women, some citing their own experiences of sexual assault, are posting on social media that they are Jane Doe, in solidarity with the woman using the pseudonym in accusing fraternity members of raping her at Cornell University in 2024.
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Students protest Cornell's response to gang rape complaint

Students protest Cornell's response to gang rape complaint

Hundreds of Cornell students and others are gathering on campus to protest the university’s response to allegations of sexual assault at a fraternity house
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PKF O'Connor Davies Expands Hiring for Accounting, Tax, and Advisory Roles Across U.S. Locations

PKF O'Connor Davies Expands Hiring for Accounting, Tax, and Advisory Roles Across U.S. Locations

PKF O'Connor Davies Expands Hiring for Accounting, Tax, and Advisory Roles Across U.S. Locations
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Cornell president calls alleged rape 'deeply disturbing,' vows answers

Cornell president calls alleged rape 'deeply disturbing,' vows answers

Cornell President Michael Kotlikoff, responding to mounting criticism, calls Jane Doe's case 'heartbreaking' and pledges university will 'do better.'
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New York's AI Rule Emphasizes Attorney Responsibility for Verifying AI-Generated Legal Filings

New York's AI Rule Emphasizes Attorney Responsibility for Verifying AI-Generated Legal Filings

New York's new AI rule permits lawyers to use artificial intelligence tools in their practice but explicitly states that attorneys remain solely responsible for verifying every filing. This rule comes in response to instances where courts have sanctioned lawyers and litigants for submitting fabricated citations generated by AI. The rule underscores the non-delegable duty of attorneys to ensure the accuracy and integrity of all legal and factual claims presented in court documents. For family law attorneys, errors in filings can have significant consequences, potentially delaying decisions that affect children and families. The rule advises lawyers to protect confidential information, meticulously check all claims, supervise the use of AI tools, and promptly correct any mistakes. While AI can assist in drafting, the ultimate accountability for the content rests with the lawyer.
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Cornell president speaks out on sexual assault case: What he said

Cornell president speaks out on sexual assault case: What he said

Michael Kotlikoff called the 2024 allegations “deeply disturbing” as New York’s attorney general investigates and Cornell prepares an independent review.