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Current Law Students - Would You Join DOJ? Reasons & Signing Bonus

PBS NewsHour reporter question: Would you consider joining the DOJ? Why/why not? Hi, my name is Ali Rogin. I am a correspondent with the PBS NewsHour (happy to prove it's really me) and am working on a story about the future of the Department of Justice. As part of the segment, I'm hoping to hear from current law students about whether or not you would consider joining the Department of Justice. You can feel free to comment below and I might follow up with you over DM, you can DM me here, or email/text me at either arogin (at) newshour (dot) org, or on Signal at PBSAli.41 These are the questions I'm looking to have students answer: 1) Would you consider joining the DOJ? If so, why? If not, why not? 2) If you answered yes to 1, is a signing bonus an attractive perk? 3) If you answered no to 1, would you have a different answer if the administration in office were different and treated the DOJ differently? 4) If you answered no to 1, and wanted to still enter public service, are you hoping to work in state or local government in a legal role? I may follow up with you to confirm things, but all of this would be on the basis of anonymity I would not be directly quoting anyone or referring to specific schools. Thank you for your consideration.

ME/CFS Clinicians & Researchers - Disability Claims AMA & 2-Day CPET

ME/CFS & Disability AMA July 28 - Who should I invite? Hello! For those who don't know me, my name is Andrew Kantor and I'm a disability lawyer who specializes in ME/CFS and long covid claims. I just did a webinar last week using a LOT of information I obtained from the members of this sub - I even shouted you all out directly =) Thank you all again for the time you took to answer my questions and share your perspectives on disability claims and the 2-day CPET specifically. On July 28, I'm going to do an AMA on this sub (with the support of the amazing mods here). I am bringing with me Megan Ditolla, who is a lawyer specializing in SSDI claims, and Staci Stevens, who founded the Workwell Foundation who created the 2-day CPET. I would love to invite other professionals to join the AMA. Does anyone here have any specific suggestions of who they'd like to hear from? Don't be shy - I'll approach absolutely anyone for a good cause, and you never know who is willing to donate their time to the same. I am currently thinking of asking Drs. Susan Levine, Nancy Klimas, and Christopher Snell. I'm 90% sure Dr. Snell would say yes, but I don't have nearly the same knowledge of experts in the field as you all do, so I want to make sure I'm bringing who you all want to see. Thank you all again for your help, and I wish you all the absolute best.

US IP Lawyers - Counterfeit Football Shirts Laws Ahead of World Cup

Looking for an expert in US law to talk about the laws in America around fake and counterfeit football shirts ahead of the World Cup for an upcoming piece. Please get in touch if you can help! #journorequest #prrequest

Long-Term Talc Users With Mesothelioma - Diagnosis & Talc Link

Talcum Powder and Asbestos Talc mesothelioma cases happen because talc and asbestos are minerals that form close together in the ground. When talc is mined, asbestos fibers often come with it, and that contamination ends up in the final powdered product. Cosmetic-grade talc has tested anywhere from trace amounts up to 30% asbestos, depending on the source. The diseases tied to long-term talc use include mesothelioma, ovarian cancer and lung cancer. The pattern is dose-dependent, so the more often and longer someone used it, the higher the risk. A 2023 study described 166 mesothelioma cases in people whose only known asbestos exposure was cosmetic talc. The Johnson & Johnson litigation has been the most public example of how widespread this has been. Court documents revealed that company officials knew asbestos had been in Johnson's Baby Powder since the 1950s. J&J pulled the product from U.S. shelves in 2020 and ended global sales by 2022. As of late 2024, the company was facing more than 60,000 asbestos-related lawsuits. Other brands have come up in similar lawsuits too, including Avon, Cashmere Bouquet, Old Spice and Desert Flower products. If you used talc-based products consistently for years and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or another asbestos-related disease, would love to hear from you. How long did it take you to get diagnosed, and when did the talc connection first come up?

Bugchasers & Gifters - Perspectives On Bugchasing

I'm working on an article about bugchasing. Looking for chasers and gifters to interview. Please DM me if you're open to an interview. (This is not a hit piece, don't worry). Tags for visibility: #negforpoz #pozforneg #poz #bugchasing #bugchaser #bbbh #rawislaw #bareback

Family Members in California - DMV Driver Reexamination Experiences

Hello friends, I'm working on a story about families who have faced the difficult decision of raising concerns about an older loved one's driving. In California, family members, doctors, law enforcement and others can request a DMV driver reexamination if they believe someone's medical condition, cognitive changes or physical limitations may affect their ability to drive safely. I'm interested in speaking with people who have gone through this process or wrestled with the decision of whether to report a loved one. If you're willing to share your experience, please send me a private message or email me at [email redacted]. Thank you for considering it.

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Corporate Law Critics - Zurn Delaware Supreme Court Selection

Call for sources. Let's see if this platform is good for anything other than using AI to argue about AI. Please hit me up, however you prefer, if you have any thoughts you'd like to see in print about Vice Chancellor Zurn's selection to the Delaware Supreme Court. Anyone out there who's been critical of my corporate law coverage: This is your chance to shape it. Be the change, etc.

Virginia Child Welfare Attorney - Parent Overdose & Child Removal

When a parent overdoses and ends up in the hospital, could it result in a CPS call? At what point does a child get removed from the home due to drug use? I'm writing a story and doing some research. I'm in Virginia, not sure how different the laws are from state to state regarding mandated reporting. If a parent overdoses while in the home with their child, and it's the child who calls 911, does that warrant a CPS call? If so, who would be responsible for making the call, between the paramedics at the scene, hospital staff, etc? Would the police also be called in this situation? Would this event alone warrant separating the child from the parent? In my story, the parent is estranged from the rest of the family, so there'd be no one to take the child. Would he end up in the foster system? I'm also wondering if this would bring about any charges or potential jail time. Would the police search the parent's home, and potentially charge her with possession? Does overdosing with a child in the home constitute a crime? My first thought was child neglect, but I'm not sure. Would the parent be at risk of having her parental rights terminated? The school I work in has a social worker, and she's said it can be really hard to terminate parental rights, even when it's what's best for the child. But when I was reading about it, I saw VA has a legal deadline for parents to remedy the situation before CPS applies for their rights to be terminated. It sounded like it was pretty set in stone, but the school social worker made it sound like it's in the hands of the judge. What's been y'all's experience? For what it's worth, the story has a happy ending, and the child and his mother reunite eventually. I just wanna do my due diligence in accurately portraying their struggles as best as I can. Thanks for your help!

Criminal Defense Lawyer - Criminal Case Expertise

Hi, I am looking to speak with a lawyer who has a background in working on criminal cases ASAP! If that is you, can you get in touch at [email redacted] #journorequest #prrequest

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Thamesmead Residents - Daily Commute & DLR Extension Views

Why Thamesmead Still Has No Rail Link: The History of Southeast London’s Most Disconnected Neighborhood Hi everyone. As someone who spends a lot of time looking at local southeast London history, I've always found Thamesmead's layout fascinating but frustrating. It was masterplanned in the 1960s with the absolute promise of a major rail connection, yet decades later, the border of Greenwich and Bexley remains famously cut off from the heavy rail network. I have put together a documentary exploring how this happened, digging into the old archive planning flaws, the history of the earlier cancelled DLR extensions, and the modern reality of relying entirely on bus infrastructure like the SL3 to get people to the Elizabeth line. Would love to hear from any locals in the sub, how bad is the daily commute out of central Thamesmead right now, and do you actually think the newly proposed cross-river DLR extension will ever become a reality?

Tax Attorneys & Constitutional Lawyers - IRS Dropped Exams For Trump

The IRS agreed to permanently drop tax examinations for President Trump, his sons, and the Trump Organization. Trump filed a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS. He was simultaneously the plaintiff and the defendant. Newly appointed IRS CEO Frank Bisignano signed the settlement. Former IRS Commissioner Daniel Werfel said he knows of no precedent for a deal like this. As accountants, this should bother us regardless of politics. The tax system only works if the rules apply equally. When an ordinary taxpayer faces standard examination rules, but the person controlling the agency gets a permanent pass, that's a problem. We discussed on a recent episode of The Accounting Podcast. Link in the first comment. 👇️ Does the administration have the authority to enter into a settlement like this? I'd love to hear from any tax attorneys or constitutional lawyers.

Elder Law Solicitors - Family Protection Trusts Suitability & Exit

When Lucy's father-in-law died in 2023, she and her husband were not only dealing with grief. They also discovered he'd placed his home into a trust that he believed would protect his estate from inheritance tax and potential care home fees. Lucy says the arrangement left the family facing more than £50,000 in tax and extra costs. I've also been speaking to another person who, four years after her parents' death, still cannot access the estate and her inheritance because the law firm that set up the trust has since gone bust. Are any solicitors / legal specialists able to shed light on whether these Family Protection Trusts / Property Protection Trusts are ever suitable? And how can people get out of one if they have concerns? I feel this is an important story that I'm planning to cover soon. #journorequest

British Copyright Lawyer - Copyright Law Analysis

Looking for an expert in british copyright law

Kalshi & Polymarket Users Under 30 - Minnesota Prediction Markets Ban

SOURCES: Hi all, I'm looking for sources for an essay about the prediction markets ban that was signed into law in Minnesota last month. I'd like to hear from some Kalshi and Polymarket users, especially those who are younger (<30).

Campbell Law Current & Incoming Students - Graduate Loan Cap Impact

Campbell Law Current/Incoming Students Interview Request Hello! My name is Dylan Halper and I am a reporter with The Assembly. I'm working on a piece about how new caps on graduate student loans might impact law students at Campbell University. If you know anyone or yourself who relies on federal student loans to help fund their tuition please reach out to me at [email redacted]!

London Legal Tech Leaders - Podcast Guests at LegalTechTalk

🇬🇧 𝑳𝒐𝒏𝒅𝒐𝒏, 𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆 𝒘𝒆 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒆. Proud that People in Legal is an official media partner of LegalTechTalk 2026, Europe’s Event for Legal Transformation. Over two days, 5,500+ attendees from 75+ countries, 2,400+ companies, and 400+ speakers will come together to explore the next wave of legal transformation. We'll be on the ground recording People in Legal conversations with legal tech leaders, innovators, law firms, and the people shaping the future of the industry. If you're attending and would like to connect or join us for a podcast conversation, I'd love to hear from you. 📍 London 📅 17-18 June 2026 🤩 Will we see you there? https://lnkd.in/gCy3vtr5 #LegalTechTalk #PeopleInLegal #LegalTech #LegalInnovation #LegalAI #FutureOfLaw #LawFirms #SaaS #LegalIndustry

Privacy Lawyers & Cloud Architects - GDPR Data Sovereignty Cloud Comms

Looking for experts to provide comments on how GDPR and data sovereignty are shaping cloud communication decisions. Send 200 words and a headshot by 5pm 04/06 to [email redacted]. Not all comments will be chosen #journorequest

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Second-Home Owners in NYC - Pied-a-Terre Tax Impact

Are you a second home owner in NYC or looking to be one? If so, Bloomberg News wants to hear from you. New York law makers passed a pied-a-terre tax last week -- and we're looking to hear from second home owners, buyers or sellers about how they're shifting strategies now that the levy will go into effect this summer. If you're open to speaking, even if it's on background (meaning we won't use your name), let me know! You can DM me or email me at [email redacted] #NYC #realestate #piedaterretax #secondhometax

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HLP Lawyers & Human Rights Advocates in Syria - Absentee Deadlock

8 months ago, I set out to answer a critical, deeply challenging question: How do we achieve true transitional justice and durable solutions for displacement in a post-transition Syria? After months of intensive legal analysis, field tracking, and engaging with experts, the data points to a massive administrative deadlock that the international community is largely overlooking. We cannot separate the future of refugee returns, asylum protections, and Housing, Land, and Property (HLP) rights from the unresolved crisis of the missing and forcibly disappeared. Through this research, I’ve mapped out how the "Absentee Deadlock" freezes inheritance pathways, strips families of their homes, and leaves returning populations vulnerable to immediate secondary displacement. True stabilization is impossible when the legal owner of a property is stuck in a legal limbo. To bridge this gap, my upcoming publication outlines concrete policy frameworks, such as Interim Title Management and Possessory Use Certificates, drawing from vital historical precedents like post-WWII Europe, Bosnia, and Colombia. As a lawyer and practitioner deeply rooted in this field, I am now opening the floor to my international network. I want to hear from fellow researchers, legal experts, and human rights advocates worldwide. How can we better safeguard these rights, protect families, and ensure non-refoulement is structurally guaranteed? If you are working on Syrian displacement, HLP, or transitional justice, let’s connect. I am actively seeking inputs, case studies, and field insights to enrich this publication. 📩 Drop your thoughts below or reach out directly at [email redacted] . Let’s collaborate to turn analysis into actionable protection frameworks. #TransitionalJustice #HumanRights #Syria #RefugeeResponse #HLPRights #InternationalLaw #EnforcedDisappearances #HumanitarianResponse #LegalProtection #Advocacy

Friends & Colleagues of Flawed - Untimely Passing & Legacy

So right now I am working on an article about logging you I want to get a little bit more research information I mean it starts with flawed and his untimely passing and I'm going to try to take him to more I don't know where it's going to go but I'm hoping it's a good read

Knicks Fans - What Championship Win Would Mean

CNN media request Hello! I am a sports reporter CNN (seen here) and I’m working on a big story about what a Knicks championship would mean to the city. I’m reaching out to celebrity fans and former players and will be at MSG for the games. But I’m mostly interested in hearing from people like you all — real Knicks fans. I’m keeping this intentionally broad but I’d love to hear from people if they have a specific or especially meaningful answer to what a championship would mean. Will you get a tattoo? Name a future child (or, perhaps more reasonably, a pet) after Jalen Brunson? Have you moved away from the city but now have plans to come back to experience the fervor in person? What has it meant to watch the Knicks dominate in the playoffs so far? And how will you celebrate or commemorate if the Knicks win it all this year? If you want to talk, you can reach me at [email redacted]. (And apologies if this post goes against community bylaws!)

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WA Guardianship Lawyers - SAT Costs Applications Frequency & Outcomes

I'm working on an article about costs applications in guardianship and administration matters at SAT. Given many decisions aren't reported, I would be interested to hear from anyone with anecdotal feedback of whether (a) you think applications are more common than before (either under s 16(4) of the GA Act, or s 87 of the SAT Act) and (b) what outcomes you are seeing when they are sought. Nothing that could identify anyone of course! I would love an email - [email redacted]

US Consumer Robotics Engineers & Brands - Automated Lawn Mower Tech

For an assignment, I'll be researching and writing about automated lawn mowers. The focus will be on products made for everyday homeowners, not commercial or industrial equipment. I'm looking for experts who might be willing to speak with me about where the technology currently stands, including capabilities and limitations. I'm also on the lookout for any American brands doing interesting work in the consumer automated lawn care space. If that's you, or if you know someone who might be a good fit, feel free to reach out at [email redacted]. Thanks!

Clerks to Justice Alito - OT 2026 Hires

Is Justice Alito retiring from the U.S. Supreme Court this year? Jan Crawford of CBS News and Shannon Bream of Fox News Media have reported that he's not. And I believe this reporting, which is consistent with my past predictions. So has the justice hired a full slate of four law clerks for the next SCOTUS Term, October Term 2026? As of now, I know the identity of only one Alito clerk for OT 2026. But I've heard reports that he has hired at least two—and I actually wouldn't be surprised if he's hired all four, but word hasn't gotten to me yet. What about his colleagues? I have the names of all the law clerks for OT 2026—who will report to work fairly soon, in July—except for (1) one clerk to Chief Justice Roberts, (2) three clerks to Justice Alito, (3) two clerks to Justice Barrett, and (4) one clerk to retired Justice Kennedy (assuming he still hires clerks; retired justices are entitled, but not required, to hire one clerk). If you know of a hire I haven't reported yet, please drop me a line. For the clerk names I have thus far, please check out my latest SCOTUS clerk hiring roundup over at Original Jurisdiction (link in comments—the names are behind the paywall, but there's plenty of interesting clerk-related discussion in front of it). Thanks! P.S. Yes, I did post this two days ago—but I did so by posting the link to the story directly, and it didn't get many readers. I'm curious to see if this post gets more traction, a test of whether the whole "link in comments" thing makes a difference. #supremecourt#SCOTUS#law#lawyer#lawyers#lawclerk#lawclerks#clerk#clerks#clerking#clerkship#clerkships#justice#justices#judiciary#judicial#federalcourt#federaljudiciary #judge #judges

Professionals Whose Jobs Depend On Conversation - Podcast Guests

A few months ago, I launched the Conversation Lab podcast. The idea was to blend informative content about the Conversation Compass with folks who use conversational skills as part of their own work. The goal wasn't to interview a stream of product folks, although I do love some good product nerdery. Instead I wanted to sit down with people whose careers live or die on their ability to have great conversations. To say I've been having a blast is a big understatement. So far this first season, I've talked to a Pentagon spokesman, a flight attendant, a Jewish culture trainer who works with private security firm and law enforcement, an explainer-video pioneer, and a 20-year community builder. Five very different jobs, all leaning on the same conversational soft skills. Once you start seeing conversation as a craft, you spot great teachers everywhere. And there's more conversations already recorded and on the way. I sat down with a psychologist to dig into what's really happening under the surface when two people engage. A flavor designer, whose work depends on building and using a shared language so people can actually communicate effectively about visceral experiences. And a UX and AI designer thinking hard about what conversation even means when a machine is part of it. If you want to get better at talking to your customers, the smartest move might be studying people who do it for a living somewhere else entirely. You can add the podcast at jakemckee.com/podcast And if you or someone you know uses conversation as a core part of your work, drop me a line. I'd love to talk with you about sitting down for an episode conversation. And a huge thanks to my guests, friends, and supporters who have cheered this project on!

Law Firm Leaders - Kirkland & Ellis AI Investment Response

Some initial thoughts on Kirkland & Ellis’s blockbuster artificial intelligence investment. Law firm leaders, I want to hear from you what you’re doing to keep pace. Let’s find a time to chat. Email me at [email redacted].

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U.S.-serving Employment Lawyers - Employment Law Perspectives

Calling All U.S.-serving Employment Lawyers! I'm working on a piece and would LOVE your perspective. If you are an employment lawyer who is open to being featured for a Forbes article, please DM me with your email address! Thank you in advance 🩷

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Civil Rights & Labor Attorney - Workplace Rights Intersection

source request: I'm looking to speak to an attorney who specializes in the intersection of civil rights and labor law. if anyone is interested and available soon, shoot me a DM, comment/tag here, or email me: [email redacted]

Quincy Public Records Requesters - City Hall Stonewalling

Has Quincy City Hall ignored your public records request? I'm writing an editorial and want to hear your story. I filed a public records request with the City of Quincy related to the ballot petition matter regarding raises. Massachusetts law gives them 10 business days to respond. They never did. Almost 9 months passed with no meaningful communication. I've since filed an appeal with the Massachusetts Supervisor of Public Records and sent formal demand letters to the Mayor and City Council. I'm writing an editorial asking a simple question: is Quincy City Hall hiding something, or do they just not respect the law? If you've had a similar experience with the City of Quincy stonewalling or ignoring a public records request, I'd love to hear from you. I'd like to include additional voices in the piece, with your permission, anonymously if you prefer. Drop a comment or DM me.

Career Changers - Unconventional Reinvention Stories

Earlier this week I visited Zuckerlwerkstatt in Vienna as part of a Vienna Business Agency Expat Club event. As someone who spends a lot of time mentoring people through career transitions, I am always drawn to stories of reinvention. And this was one of those stories. Maria and Christian discovered a small candy factory during a holiday in Northern Europe and became fascinated by the craft. One was a lawyer, the other a singer. They eventually left their earlier careers behind to learn the art of traditional candy making from the last masters of this almost extinct Austrian craft. Today, they have built one of the finest handmade candy brands in the world through Zuckerlwerkstatt in Vienna and Salzburg. What stood out to me was the passion and intentionality behind everything they do. You can see it in the quality of the candies, the 150-year-old handmade techniques they preserve, and the care with which they source natural ingredients locally from Austria. In a world where many professionals quietly question whether they are still connected to their work, stories like these remind us that meaningful reinvention is possible. Not every career transition needs to become a unicorn startup or a massive public success story. Sometimes success is building a life around craftsmanship, creativity, values, and work that genuinely brings joy. That takes courage. And in this case, a lot of sweetness too. I’m thinking of starting a small LinkedIn series featuring inspiring career transition and reinvention stories from across the world. If you know someone who has made an unconventional career pivot or built a meaningful second innings, feel free to DM me. I would love to discover and share more such stories. #CareerTransitions #CareerHeist #CareerReinvention

Illinois Insurance Lawyers - Impact of New Insurance Legislation

Seeking expert on new Illinois insurance legislation

US Law Firm Leaders - AI Predicting Case Outcomes

In a report from Law.com Compass' Pacesetter Research, 62% of those surveyed at US law firms said they think AI can (at least to an extent) help predict the outcomes of legal cases. I'm looking to talk to law firm leaders about this. How are firms using AI for these purposes? Are there some types of cases where it's stronger and more accurate than in others? If you're skeptical, why? Is there a human element that makes these outcomes hard to predict? Get in touch: [email redacted] or 215-557-2392.

law.com

Indian Data Privacy Lawyer - Agentic UPI & Card Payments Consent

Hi folks, a listed Indian fintech company has said that it is in talks with the NPCI to integrate “autonomous” UPI and card payments into their MCP server. I am working on a story for MediaNama on this development and want to understand the nitty gritty of how consent would work with agentic payments, particularly in the wake of India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Law. If you know someone who can provide insights into this, or pass on relevant contacts, I would really appreciate it. DMs are open.

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Anti-Corruption Experts & Asset Recovery Lawyers - FOZZ $350M

Poland’s original mega‑scandal: How $350M of sovereign debt money vanished in the ’90s – and why nobody was ever truly held accountable In 1989, as communism collapsed, Poland created a special fund (FOZZ) to buy back its foreign debt on secondary markets. It was handed millions of dollars, exempted from normal oversight, and entrusted to a small group of insiders. By 1991, nearly all the money was gone – siphoned through 200 shell companies to Swiss and Liechtenstein accounts. The official loss is at least $350M in early‑90s dollars (billions in today’s money). The two state auditors who tried to expose the scam died suddenly before presenting their final report. Fast forward 25 years: the liquidation process ended in 2014. The main perpetrator paid his multi‑million fine at a rate of 100 zł/month (≈$25). The political officials who designed and supervised the fund never faced a single day of questioning. FOZZ became the blueprint for every major unpunished scandal in post‑1989 Poland. The article (in Polish, but fully translatable) breaks down the mechanism, explains why it’s still legally possible to chase some of the assets abroad, and provides a practical “what citizens can do now” guide. Full deep‑dive analysis here: https://waweldom.com/2026/05/26/afera-fozz-jak-odzyskac-pieniadze-analiza/ I’d love to hear from people who work in anti‑corruption, forensic auditing, or international law: Do you think modern “fund‑and‑forget” state structures still carry this same flaw? Is it ever truly impossible to recover assets once a government closes the file? (P.S. The site is a Polish civic‑journalism project cataloguing the “100 biggest scandals of Poland” – FOZZ is the first one. All articles are in Polish but use solid sourcing: NIK reports, court rulings, parliamentary interpellations.)

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Readers With Relationship Questions - Washington Post Advice Column

I’ve been an avid reader/fan of Carolyn Hax's advice columns and chats for years. Maybe you have, too. And very soon, The Washington Post will be adding to her sage advice (don’t worry, she isn’t going anywhere!) and our other advice offerings with a new column focused on relationships, featuring a cohort of the next generation of advice writers. I’m thrilled, and frankly humbled, to be one of six contributing writers behind this new column. We’ll be giving advice on all kinds of personal relationships: romantic, familial, friendships, in-laws, etc. If you'd like your relationship question to be one of the first we answer, submit it here: https://lnkd.in/eHjABSrh So much of life is experienced via relationships, so I'm really looking forward to tackling the thorny, complicated and befuddling mess of it all, and reading what my colleagues write. (I’ll be doing this in addition to my other work for The Post). Stay tuned for more news about this, but for now, we want to hear your problems!

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Lawn Mowers - Product Review - NationalWorld

I'm looking for lawnmowers for review for @NationalWorld😊Email [email redacted] if you can help. Thanks! #JournoRequest #PRRequest https://t.co/Qlm7RqcG4s

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Property Litigation Solicitor - Surface Drainage Laws

Looking to speak with a property litigation solicitor for a story on surface drainage laws #journorequest

Dating App Users - Disclosed Flaws In Photos Or Bios That Worked

#journorequest I'm researching a story on people who have used dating apps where they chose to expose a perceived flaw (via their dating app photos or in their dating app bio) and where showing this early on versus selectively hiding it actually worked for them. DM me.

Law & Policy Experts - Algorithmic Parking Fines To Collectors

The algorithm gets it wrong. The debt collector gets paid. You get the bill. In June 2025, a municipal algorithm in Utrecht revoked my parking permit. My payment had arrived three days early. The system did not know that. No human checked. The algorithm generated fines automatically. Those fines do not disappear when you dispute them. They enter a pipeline. That pipeline ends with a private debt collector. Here is what most people do not know: the collector is under no legal obligation to verify whether the original administrative decision was correct. They receive a file. The file says you owe. They collect. In Europe, the largest debt collection company is Intrum AB — operating in 20 countries. Last December, Intrum filed for bankruptcy in a Texas courtroom. American private equity restructured the company. The new owners need more aggressive collection to make the numbers work. The man on the phone calling you at 7pm is part of that effort. The connection between algorithmic government and private debt enforcement is not accidental. It is structural. The algorithm classifies. The municipality fines. The collector enforces. At every stage, the original error is treated as fact. The citizen carries the burden of proof against a system that never questioned itself. The EU Charter of Fundamental Rights guarantees the presumption of innocence. It does not follow your file into the collector's hands. I am documenting this architecture in a series of published investigations. The first two are live. If you work in law, policy, digital rights, or public administration — I would like to hear from you. Link in comments.

GCC & MENA Employees & HR - Job Cuts, Furloughs, Hiring Freeze

📝 Call for Sources: Assessing the Impact of Regional Instability on the MENA/GCC Labor Market. While much of the analysis around recent geopolitical events focuses on macroeconomic indicators and supply chain disruptions, there is a critical need to document the direct impact on the region's workforce. For an upcoming comparative feature article, I am mapping the reality of labor conditions across the GCC and affected MENA countries (including Egypt, Jordan, and the wider region). I am seeking to connect with professionals, corporate employees, and workers who have recently faced: - Corporate restructuring or downsizing - Mandatory unpaid leave or furloughs - Delayed hiring pipelines or frozen requisitions If you have been directly affected, or if you work in HR/Corporate Strategy and are navigating these workforce pressures, please get in touch via DM. All source protection and anonymity protocols will be strictly observed. Thank you for helping bring transparency to this critical issue. #MENA #GCC #Macroeconomics #WorkforceStrategy #EmploymentLaw #BusinessJournalism

Trans People in UK - Impact of New Single-Sex Spaces Guidance

New single sex space guidance Hello, I'm a London-based journalist at a global news org. I'm looking to speak to people affected by the new single-sex spaces guidance and write about the human impact of this law, centring trans voices during this distressing time. If you're up for an interview, online or in person, please dm me for info - I will handle your story with care

New Virginia Attorneys & Bar Candidates - Carrico Professionalism Course

I'm looking to talk with people who were recently admitted to practice in Virginia, or who are preparing to take the Virginia bar, about the mandatory Harry L. Carrico Professionalism Course. Virginia requires every new lawyer to complete this course within 24 months of admission. The course is named for former Chief Justice Harry L. Carrico. In 1966, Justice Carrico wrote the Virginia Supreme Court opinion in Loving v. Commonwealth that upheld Virginia's ban on interracial marriage. The U.S. Supreme Court overturned that decision in 1967 in Loving v. Virginia. If you have thoughts about being required to take this course in order to practice, whether you support it, have concerns, feel ambivalent, or have questions about the name and its history, I'd like to hear from you. I welcome all perspectives, and I'm especially hoping to hear from attorneys of color and others whose families would have been directly affected if Loving had not prevailed. Conversations can be on the record, on background, or completely off the record. Please DM me here or email me if you're open to talking, even briefly. Sharing is appreciated if you know someone this might resonate with. email, [email redacted].

Criminal Defense Attorneys - Extortion Trials Vs Plea Deals

Extortion cases taken to trial How many of you have been part of trials where the defendant who is accused of extortion? Im currently writing a story on a case and it seems the defendant is willing to take it to trial. Ive seen most of the evidence (all texts and emails) sent to the victim and other parties. Defendant also posted other threats online to harm other people (video) (also posted a picture of the restraining order placed against them too with victims name and address) Defendant is on their second lawyer now. DA’s office hasn’t released (to me) if they offered a plea deal yet either. Not sure if they actually have or just with holding info. How many of you have seen these types of cases actually go to trial? Im not sure if the defendant is stubborn or incapable of understanding the potential of their risks.

Cannabis Scientists, Clinicians & Lawyers - THCA vs THC Explainer

I'm seeking expert quotes (science, medical, legal) for a same-day explainer on THCA vs. THC for a VICE.com piece. Hit me up ASAP!

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Small Animal Veterinarian - Cat Declawing Impact

I am working on an article on the impact of declawing cats, and am searching for a veterinarian who would be open to providing me with some quotes / a brief interview. If you or someone you know would be open to speaking with me, please let me know. All quotes would be properly attributed to you/your organization. #Journalism #Journalist #Media #Veterinarian

Au Pairs in Belgium - Rights Awareness & Lived Experiences

Research for my Thesis Hi everyone 👋 I'm a journalism student in Belgium working on my graduation project, a long-form article about the rights of au pairs in Brussels, and the gap between what the law promises and what many au pairs actually experience. I'm looking to speak with au pairs based in Belgium (or who have been here), whether your experience was difficult, mostly fine, or somewhere in between. Every perspective matters, and I'm especially interested in whether you knew your rights when you arrived and how that affected your situation. Everything can be fully anonymous. I'm not looking for drama, I genuinely want to tell these stories carefully and with respect. If you'd be open to a chat (even just 20 minutes over WhatsApp or video call), please send me a DM or comment below. I'm also happy to answer any questions about the project first. Thank you 🙏

Gender Experts - Dowry Death Cases - Video Bytes

Hi, I am looking for gender experts who are aware of the recent dowry death cases in the country, for video bytes. This is for my independent social media handle which I have promised to grow. Kindly DM. Thank you. #twishasharma #deepikanagar #genderexperts #genderlawyers #genderpsychologists

African AI Researchers - Bias Testing & Localized Systems

THE BIAS PROBLEM NOBODY TALKS ABOUT AI bias isn't abstract for Africa. It's a market failure happening right now. Here's something that keeps me up at night: most AI systems are trained on Western data, tested on Western users, deployed globally with Western blindspots. For Africa, that means AI systems that don't recognize our faces as well. Systems that don't understand our languages. Systems that optimize for problems that don't exist here and ignore the ones that do. A facial recognition system trained on mostly white faces has lower accuracy on Black faces. A language model trained mostly on English doesn't understand the code-switching that happens in actual African conversation. But here's the part that's truly dangerous: these systems are being deployed in African countries for law enforcement, financial services, healthcare. They're making decisions about people's lives with built-in blind spots about African data. I interviewed a researcher last month who's building bias-testing frameworks specifically for African AI deployment. The work is meticulous. And almost nobody is funding it. Because addressing bias in AI means admitting that global AI systems are racist by design. And that's not a conversation the people building those systems want to have. I'm reporting on the researchers and engineers tackling this. The ones building tools that actually work for African users and African contexts. If you're working on AI fairness, bias mitigation, or localized AI systems—let's connect.

Trans Voters - Voting With Mismatched ID & Birth Certificate Barriers

For an article about the SAVE Act, I’m looking to speak with trans people about your experiences voting with identification that doesn’t match your gender expression. What issues have you faced? I’d also like to talk to folks who can’t update their birth certificates due to state law. DM me plz!

Lawyers Across Practice Areas - Candid Views on Future of Practice

Who is the best lawyer you know for an honest opinion? The LegalVIS WIRE is commissioning a new round of interviews and articles. Family, commercial, employment, property, regulatory, criminal, immigration, IP, private client. If a lawyer in your network has a considered view on where their field is heading, I would like to hear from them. Around 800 words, or a structured interview. Published on The LegalVIS WIRE, indexed, and built to be cited by journalists and Artificial Intelligence retrieval systems. It compounds in value every month it stays live. Tag a solicitor in the comments who you think should be in the next issue. A short reason why is welcome. Get involved and be a part of building the online A.I visibility infrastructure for trusted legal expertise. #LegalVISWire #LegalMarketing #LawFirmMarketing #ThoughtLeadership #StrongerTogether Solicitors Birmingham Solicitors London Legal Marketing Association Legally Speaking Podcast ™️ Michelle Peters GALA Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance UK Chamber of Commerce Law Society of Ireland Law Society of Scotland CPD & Training Law Firm Marketing Summit @lawfi

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