Posts made in September 2023

Aaron Blank Appointed Sexual Abuse Attorney

Abuse Guardians, a national alliance of lawyers who only represent survivors of sexual abuse, has chosen Aaron Blank, Esquire as their attorney for Maryland.

The selection process exercised by Abuse Guardians involves attorneys following several key points. These include years of experience in representing survivors of abuse, number of cases handled, large settlements and verdicts reported, awards won by that law firm, publications by lawyers at that firm, reviews written by clients of that firm across the web, and memberships at specific industry organizations.

As an experienced Maryland sexual abuse lawyer, Aaron Blank is renowned for his unwavering dedication to his clients and has a deep understanding of the profound impact that sexual abuse can have on survivors. Blank approaches each case with empathy and sensitivity, as well as recognizing the importance of providing a safe and supportive environment for survivors to share their experiences, ensuring their voices are heard and validated. Types of cases handled by Blank include daycare abuse cases, cases of abuse at boarding schools, and abuse in religious organizations.

Abuse Guardians are proud to welcome Aaron Blank to their team. They are confident he will work tirelessly to ensure that all victims are treated with respect and dignity and that their rights are protected as he strives to help them achieve the justice they deserve.

A quote from Brian Kent on behalf of Abuse Guardians said, “Aaron is a phenomenal attorney and will serve many survivors of sexual abuse and assault in Maryland very well. We are proud to make him a member of our national alliance”.

Experienced Sex Crimes Attorney

Sexual assault is a term used to refer to any non-consensual sexual contact. It includes rape, attempted rape, and other unwanted physical contact of a sexual nature. This definition also applies when there has been force, intimidation, threats, use of duress or coercion involved during the action.

When it comes to legal proceedings involving sexual abuse cases in Maryland, victims can seek damages for pain and suffering caused by the perpetrator through civil litigation. The experienced attorneys at Abuse Guardians (https://abuseguardian.com/sexual-assault-lawyer/maryland/) are experienced in all aspects of these types of cases, including identifying responsible parties and seeking appropriate compensation.

Abuse Guardians, a national alliance of lawyers dedicated to representing survivors of sexual abuse, stands up for those who have suffered unimaginable trauma. Among their accomplished attorneys, Aaron Blank, an experienced legal advocate specializing in sexual abuse cases, has emerged as a compassionate caretaker for survivors in Maryland.

Aaron Blank is an experienced sexual abuse attorney licensed in the state of Maryland. He sees it as his mission to tirelessly advocate for survivors of sexual abuse, ensuring they receive the justice and recompense they’re entitled to. Alongside his dedicated team, Aaron is prepared to lend a hand in victims’ pursuit of justice. He provides compassionate representation throughout the case process so that each client can feel secure knowing they have knowledgeable advocates on their side.

About Abuse Guardian

Abuse Guardians, a national alliance of lawyers that only represents survivors of sexual abuse, comprises a team of experienced attorneys who are equipped to handle cases involving sexual harassment, sexual abuse, and other sex crimes.

The national alliance has assisted many survivors and their families toward recovery and justice and is dedicated to providing empathetic support throughout the entire legal journey. Abuse Guardian’s team of experienced attorneys will navigate the complexities of the legal process with victims, relentlessly seeking justice.

Abuse Guardians understand the impact these types of abuses can have on victims and their families and will use their skills and expertise to build a strong case for their clients.

More Information For Victims of Sexual Assault

To find out more about Abuse Guardians and why they have appointed Aaron Blank, Esquire as their attorney for Maryland, please visit the website at abuseguardian.com.

Source: https://thenewsfront.com/abuse-guardians-a-national-alliance-of-lawyers-who-only-represent-survivors-of-sexual-abuse-has-appointed-aaron-blank-esquire-as-their-attorney-for-maryland/

HOUSING SITE FOR SENIORS

On Thursday, August 31, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and District 13 City Councilmember, Hugo Soto-Martinez celebrated the opening of PATH Villas Hollywood, the community’s newest supportive housing site. PATH Villas Hollywood, developed by PATH Ventures, is a six-story, 60-unit supportive housing development serving low-income seniors ages 55 and up that are transitioning out of homelessness. The event was sponsored by Onni and included speeches from stakeholders and a ribbon cutting with community partners.

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass shared, “The PATH Villas project in Hollywood plays an important part in the City’s comprehensive solution to homelessness as it will help ensure older Angelenos have access to stable housing and the services needed to live healthy, full lives. We thank PATH for their partnership to bring more people inside as we work to urgently confront the homelessness crisis.”

The 60-units consist of 45 studios (approx. 450 square feet), 14 one-bedroom units (approx. 740 square feet), and one two-bedroom manager’s unit (970 square feet). All 59 of the supportive units have an operating subsidy through HACLA’s Project-Based Voucher (PBV) program.

PATH CEO Jennifer Hark Dietz stated, “PATH’s history in the Hollywood community runs deep and we are dedicated to supporting people experiencing homelessness here make it home. We recognize the need for more affordable homes to truly end homelessness. That is why we redeveloped this site, making it one of many PATH Ventures communities in operation or development across California, with a large majority in Los Angeles County.”

Supportive services at PATH Villas Hollywood provided by PATH in partnership with Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health. Rooted in a low-barrier Housing First approach, PATH provides evidenced-based interventions to support self- determination and provide opportunities for success, stability, and improved quality of life. On-site services include motivational interview training, building coping skills, harm reduction and life skills education, as well as community building activities and linkages to nearby resources to help residents achieve short-term and long-term goals.

“Residents of this new housing complex will now be able to get mental health/addiction treatment, jobs programs, and everything they need to get on their feet,” said Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martínez. “This is exactly the type of project we want to see more of, because there are thousands of people living on our streets who want this assistance – we just need to give them a helping hand.”

Property Management and intensive case management offices are located on the ground floor of the building. The ground floor also features a landscaped courtyard as well as a large community room with a communal teaching kitchen. The sixth floor of the building features laundry facilities and a sky deck providing views of Downtown Los Angeles.

The building was constructed in partnership with the Architect’s Collective General Contractor and Westport Construction. Financial partners included California Bank & Trust Public, Los Angeles Housing Department (HHH Funds), Aegon Asset Management, California Department of Housing and Community Development.

“I am proud of these 60 new homes specially designed to assist older adults transitioning out of homelessness,” said California Department of Housing and Community Development Director Gustavo Velasquez. “The partnerships surrounding this community—state funding, local streamlining, and supportive services truly meet the needs of the residents and prove that together we can bring more people into dignified places to call home.”

ABOUT PATH VENTURES

PATH Ventures is a recognized leader in creating high-quality, affordable, and stable homes for people struggling with the high cost of housing in California, particularly families and individuals experiencing homelessness. Founded by PATH in 2007, PATH Ventures is building across the state, with nearly 2,500 affordable and supportive homes constructed or in pre-development. PATH Ventures’ mission is to advance PATH’s purpose by building and operating affordable rental homes paired with on-site services that support residents in regaining long-term stability, independence, and well-being.

Guggenheim Museum Bilbao

Summer 2023 has been the best ever in terms of audience figures since the Museum opened, exceeding all expectations. The number of visitors in June, July, and August totaled 489,946, 40.469 more than in summer 2022—when the exhibition Motion. Autos, Art, Architecture, then on view, attracted numerous people to the Museum—and 44,799 more than in 2018, the next best summer in the history of the Museum. These 2023 record figures confirm the excellent condition of the Museum and its increasing appeal.

In June, 106,418 visitors enjoyed the Museum exhibitions (305 more than in 2022); 165,418 in July (17,488 more than in 2022); and 218,087 in August (22,676 more than in 2022).

As to the visitor geographic origin this summer, 68% came from abroad (3% more than in 2022), with France amounting to 17%, followed by Italy, Germany, and The Netherlands (7% each), and the UK (6%).

Wednesday August 16 was the busiest day of these three months, with 8,949 visitors.

The total accumulated number of Museum visitors in 2023 now stands at 898,513, 15% over 2022 and 7% more than in 2018.

One of the main reasons of this success has undoubtedly been the Museum’s appealing special exhibitions, such as Oskar Kokoschka. A Rebel from Vienna, sponsored by the BBVA Foundation (through September 3); Lynette Yiadom-Boakye. No Twilight Too Mighty (through September 10); or Yayoi Kusama: 1945 to Now, sponsored by Iberdrola (through October 8).

Obama Musical Returns

Eli Bauman, Monica Saunders-Weinberg, MB Artists, and Michael Donovan proudly present the return of 44, THE unOFFICIAL, unSANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL (As Told Through the Hazy Recollection of Joe Biden), for a limited engagement at The Bourbon Room Hollywood. After a second sold-out run earlier this year, the musical satire returns featuring music, lyrics, and book by Eli Bauman (NBC’s Maya & Marty, with additional songs co-written by Eli Bauman and his father, Jon Bowzer Bauman (Sha Na Na). Bauman directs a cast of 11 starring T.J. Wilkins (NBC’s The Voice) as Barack Obama and Shanice (Award-winning R&B artist I Love Your Smile and OWN’s Flex & Shanice) as Michelle Obama. Performances run every Wednesday through Saturday from October 11, 2023 through November 18, 2023, with doors opening at 6:00 p.m. for dinner and the show starting at 7:00 p.m. The official opening night for the musical is on Friday, October 13, 2023. Tickets start at $45.00 and are now on sale at www.44ObamaMusical.com and www.BourbonRoomHollywood.com.

44 is a melting pot of music that touches on the highs and lows of the Obama era – Sarah Palin scream-singing Drill Me Baby like Ozzy Osbourne, President Obama crooning How Black Is Too Black? over a smooth Motown groove, and of course, Filibusters, a hardcore hip-hop jam where Mitch McConnell and Ted Cruz rap Green Eggs and Ham in its entirety. Barack Obama’s election changed history. And as we can clearly see, it also ended racism forever! But 44 is the story of Obama you won’t read about in history books…because history books are now banned in most states. But also because 44 is the story of Obama as Joe Biden kinda sorta remembers it.

I am thrilled that 44 is returning for an unconstitutional third term at the Bourbon Room, located in the modern-day Gomorrah of Hollywood, California, said Eli Bauman, creator and director of 44. I am delighted to be re-electing this incredibly talented cast, starting with T.J. Wilkins as Barack Obama, and Shanice – a woman who requires only one name – as First Lady Michelle. So, bring your friends, bring your mom, bring your aunties, for an epic night of music, comedy, and chaos that will have you singing, laughing, and groovin’ in your seats.

The cast for 44, led by Wilkins and Shanice, includes Kevin Bailey (Broadway’s The Lion King & Original Company; Broadway’s Annie Get Your Gun) as John Boehner, Larry Cedar (HBO’s Deadwood; Reprise’s She Loves Me & Ovation Award-winner) as Mitch McConnell, Chad Doreck (Off-Broadway’s Altar Boyz; ICT’s Robber Bridegroom) as Joe Biden, Kelley Dorney (Ahmanson Theatre’s The Secret Garden; 3D Theatrical’s A Gentleman’s Guide to Murder) as Hillary Clinton, Summer Nicole Greer (Spamilton and Ragtime) as Voice of the People, Jane Papageorge (The Old Globe’s Kiss Me Kate; NoHo Arts Center’s Scary Musical) as Sarah Palin, Dino Short; (Netflix’s The Upshaw Fox’s Wanda at Large) as Herman Cain, Jeff Sumner (The Hollywood Bowl’s Annie; ICT’s The Legend of Georgia McBride) as Lindsay Graham, and Michael Uribes (Skylight Theatre’s Bronco Billy The Musical; A Noise Within’s Man of La Mancha) as Ted Cruz. Understudies for 44 include Marqell Edward Clayton as Barack Obama and Herman Cain, Scott Kruse as Mitch McConnell and Lindsey Graham.

The live rock band that keeps 44’s non-stop rhythmic R&B sounds and hard-hitting beats going is Los Angeles-based House of Vibe helmed by music director, music co-producer, and keyboardist, Anthony Brew Brewster. The band, who has worked with the likes of Justin Timberlake, Fishbone, Chali-2na, Citizen Cope, De La Soul, and The Untouchables to name a few, features Phillip Fish Fisher (drums); Corey Cofield (bass); Kris Hawkins and Conrad Bauer (guitar) and Greg Raymond (keyboard). 44‘s hip-hop infused choreography was created by James Alsop. An EP of the impressive songs from 44 is in the works.

44 – The unOFFICIAL, unSANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL will play at The Bourbon Room Hollywood (6356 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028), which is both a state-of-the-art performance venue and a full-service bar and supper club with dinner service during live shows. The musical will play 20 performances: Wednesday, October 11 through Saturday, October 14; Thursday, November 3; Friday, November 4; Wednesday, November 8; Thursday, November 9; Friday, November 10; Wedneday, November 15 through Saturday, November 18 – the official press opening is on Friday, October 13. All performances start at 7:00 p.m. Ticket prices range from $45.00 to $100.00 for a table front row. Note: A $25 minimum spend per person for food and/or drink is required in addition to the ticket purchase. Seating is assigned, and the doors open at 6:00 p.m. for seating and dinner.

Tickets are on sale now at www.44ObamaMusical.com and www.BourbonRoomHollywood.com.

A NEW AGE IN G.O.D.S.

Marvel’s pantheon of cosmic entities have faithful servants that walk among us as members of two opposing factions: the powerful mystics of THE-POWERS-THAT-BE and the brilliant scientific minds of THE-NATURAL-ORDER-OF-THINGS. For eons, they’ve clashed and schemed with all of reality hanging in the balance until they formed a fragile pact. Now, a mysterious rogue agent by the name of Cubisk Core has shattered that uneasy peace, and this secret war will come out of the shadows for the first time in Jonathan Hickman and Valerio Schiti’s G.O.D.S.!

The highly-anticipated series will introduce fans to an exciting new cast of characters, some of which readers have already met this summer in special bonus pages in select titles. These characters exist outside the fight between heroes and villains and devote their time to upholding the very building blocks of creation. This week, some of the major players of G.O.D.S. have been spotlighted in special teasers and concept art. Today, it’s time to meet the character who wants to bring it all down—CUBISK CORE! To usher in a new age, Cubisk will have to unleash a Babylon Event, a rare occurrence with the potential to annihilate every last aspect of reality! Check them out now in new concept art and teaser images and learn more about their bold plan by visiting Marvel.com.

DOJA CAT – DEMONS

GRAMMY award-winning global superstar Doja Cat releases her new track and music video, “Demons” today via Kemosabe Records / RCA Records. The music video was filmed in Los Angeles, CA and directed by Christian Breslauer (SZA/Chris Brown) and Doja Cat. The video features a special cameo from Emmy-Award winning actress, Christina Ricci (“The Addams Family” / Netflix’s “Wednesday”). “Demons” made its broadcast premiere on MTV Live, MTVU, MTV Biggest Pop and on the Paramount Times Square billboards.

Doja Cat has just been announced as a performer on the 2023 “VMAs,” airing LIVE from New Jersey’s Prudential Center on Tuesday, September 12th at8PM ET/PT where she is nominated for 5 Awards including- Video of the Year, Artist of the Year, Best Collaboration, Best Direction, and Best Art Direction.

Last month, Doja Cat released her official single, “Paint The Town Red”, which made history by reaching No. 1 on Spotify’s Top 50 – USA chart; this is the first time in Spotify history that a rap song from a solo female artist has earned the top spot on the charts. Additionally, Doja Cat’s “Paint The Town Red” hit #5 on Billboard Hot 100 chart and #3 on Billboard Global 200. The “Paint The Town Red” music video was directed by Nina McNeely (Miguel / Fergie)andDoja Cat and was shot in Los Angeles, CA.

At the start of the summer, Doja announced her first North American headline tour, “The Scarlet Tour” beginning this fall with special guests Ice Spice and Doechii. Doja Cat was also featured on the cover of Harper’s Bazaar last month for “Icons issue.”

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