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NEW YORK, Aug. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP (www.kaplanfox.com) is investigating claims on behalf of investors of The GEO Group, Inc. («GEO Group» or the «Company») (NYSE: GEO).  A complaint has been filed on behalf of investors that purchased or otherwise acquired GEO Group securities between February 27, 2020 and June 16, 2020, inclusive (the «Class Period»).

The complaint alleges that during the Class Period, the Company and its executives made false and misleading statements touting the Company’s COVID-19 response procedures, but failed to disclose that GEO Group maintained woefully ineffective COVID-19 response procedures that subjected residents of the Company’s halfway houses to significant health risks.

On June 17, 2020, The Intercept published an article entitled «GEO Group’s Blundering Response to the Pandemic Helped Spread Coronavirus in Halfway Houses.»  The article reported details of a significant COVID-19 outbreak at a halfway house operated by GEO Group that «was for weeks the hardest hit federal halfway house in the country» in terms of confirmed cases of COVID-19.  According to the article, the Company continued to keep its residents in overcrowded conditions without enforcing personal protective measures even as COVID-19 diagnoses at the facility increased.

If you are a member of the proposed Class, you may move the court no later than September 7, 2020 to serve as a lead plaintiff for the purported class.  You need not seek to become a lead plaintiff in order to share in any possible recovery.  If you would like to discuss the complaint or our investigation, please contact us by emailing pmayer@kaplanfox.com or by calling 646-315-9003.

This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and ethical rules.

Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP, with offices in New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and New Jersey, has many years of experience in prosecuting investor class actions. For more information about Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP, you may visit our website at www.kaplanfox.com.  If you have any questions about this Notice, your rights, or your interests, please contact:

Donald R. Hall
KAPLAN FOX & KILSHEIMER LLP
850 Third Avenue, 14th Floor
New York, New York 10022
(646) 315-9003
E-mail: dhall@kaplanfox.com

Laurence D. King
KAPLAN FOX & KILSHEIMER LLP
1999 Harrison Street, Suite 1560
Oakland, California 94612
(415) 772-4704
Fax:  (415) 772-4707
E-mail: lking@kaplanfox.com

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WASHINGTON, Aug. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Fifty six percent of older adults think we need to invest more in Medicare in order to respond more quickly and effectively to a healthcare crisis like COVID-19, according to a new survey by The Senior Citizens League (TSCL). «Boosting funding for Medicare is one of the most important issues for older voters this year,» says Mary Johnson, a Medicare, and Social Security policy analyst for The Senior Citizens League.

Medicare – age adults 65 and up, and those who are residents of nursing homes are at especially high risk of complications and death from the COVID-19 coronavirus. About 90 percent of the participants of the new survey, which was conducted online during June and July, are Medicare beneficiaries. Survey response indicates support for strengthening program funding versus no change, or prioritizing healthcare delivery through private insurance plans over traditional Medicare. Only 23 percent of survey participants think that priority should be placed on private insurance plans in order to reduce reliance on federal spending and the need to raise taxes, and just 21 percent think the current level of spending is «about right because we could not have anticipated the scope of the coronavirus pandemic.»

Medicare has been subject to automatic 2 percent spending cuts since 2014, enacted as a provision of the Budget Control Act of 2011. Providers continue to bill Medicare in the normal way, but they are only paid 98 cents on the dollar. According to a FAQ from the House Committee on the Budget, the Medicare spending cut for the government’s fiscal year 2021 which starts October 1, 2020, will reduce spending by $16.2 billion.

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES Act) of 2020, however, suspended the automatic Medicare cuts from taking effect between May 1, 2020 and December 31, 2020. «But the legislation extended cuts for an additional year beyond the current expiration date,» Johnson notes. «That will mean that Medicare and Medicaid will continue to be subject to automatic cuts until 2030, 10 more years.»

The Senior Citizens League believes that the on-going Medicare cuts have weakened our ability to respond to national emergencies like COVID-19. It has exacerbated a national healthcare worker shortage — including doctors and nurses, as well as the capacity of the nation’s hospitals to deal with the sudden large influx of patients generated during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many hospitals, doctors’ offices, and nursing homes have required additional federal and state assistance as well as donations from the public, to acquire personal protective equipment such as masks, gowns, and gloves.

The Senior Citizens League supports legislation that would help lower both taxpayer and Medicare beneficiary costs, including a House and Senate bill that would prohibit surprise medical bills, allow Medicare to negotiate the cost of prescription drugs, and cap out-of-pocket spending on prescription drugs for beneficiaries. To learn more, http://www.SeniorsLeague.org.

With 1.2 million supporters, The Senior Citizens League is one of the nation’s largest nonpartisan seniors’ groups. Its mission is to promote and assist members and supporters, to educate and alert senior citizens about their rights and freedoms as U.S. Citizens, and to protect and defend the benefits senior citizens have earned and paid for. The Senior Citizens League is a proud affiliate of The Retired Enlisted Association. Visit http://www.SeniorsLeague.org for more information.

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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Aug. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — After years of lending his talents to the big screen, the «Vantage Point» star is now bestowing his skills as host to TV’s «Viewpoint.» The educational program covers a wide array of topics that impact people worldwide. Coming to the show is an episode featuring the technology powering self-driving vehicles and how they will change future transportation.

Automated cars sound like works of science fiction, but these types of vehicles are already a reality. Today, automated cars come with features like object monitoring and automated parking, but soon cars will take the aspect of driving fully automatic. The eventual rollout of self-driving vehicles means the probability of fewer accidents, lower costs, and a higher allotment of free time.

If everyone were to drive self-driving cars, then the occurrence of road accidents would lessen as a result of removing sleepy, intoxicated, or distracted drivers from behind the wheel. By reducing the annual number of accidents, car insurance premiums would decrease as a result. Lastly, by taking away time spent driving, drivers can then devote the drive to sleeping, reading, catching up on emails, or doing whatever else they would need or prefer to spend the duration of their trip.

Making completely automated cars creates an immense amount of free time for countless individuals who otherwise spend several hours daily driving. Further details will appear in the upcoming episode.

«Viewpoint» with Dennis Quaid is cautiously reviewed before broadcast. The educational show has accepted multiple accolades.

SOURCE Viewpoint with host Dennis Quaid

PORTLAND, Ore., Aug. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Heat waves throughout the U.S. and Canada are showing no signs of abating this month. Stay-at-home recommendations often mean family members are spending more time together all under one roof, causing temperatures—and energy costs—to flare and leaving many to wonder how they can beat the heat while reducing utility bills.

It’s no wonder why: According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, air conditioning accounts for a whopping 12 percent of home energy costs on average and, depending on the region, those costs can be significantly higher. Home improvement experts agree that by taking action and considering ways to maximize efficiency by making smart home improvement decisions, reducing energy use even during the peak of summer is achievable.

«In addition to taking simple steps to save on air conditioning costs this season, it’s important for homeowners to keep in mind that choosing more advanced, efficient building and renovation materials can have a major impact on reducing utility bills,» said Renee Ramey, executive director of the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA). «That adds up to real savings not just in summer, but all year long.»

As August temperatures rise, other reminders to increase hot weather home efficiency and comfort include:

1) Control natural light
Use blackout blinds and curtains to your cooling advantage by blocking afternoon sun rays. Even if your home has energy efficient windows, blinds can serve as an extra layer of insulation to keep heat out.

2) Clean HVAC filters
Because good airflow is essential for air conditioning units to properly do their job while using as little energy as possible, replace or clean your system’s filters regularly.

3) Beef up home insulation
It’s a myth that insulation is mostly beneficial if you live in a cold weather climate. Better insulation can have a major impact on keeping your home cooler much longer in hotter weather.

4) Replace the roof with efficiency in mind
Choosing better roofing material and installation methods adds up to real dollars and cents. Research indicates that homeowners can save up to 40 percent on annual energy costs by selecting the right type of roof and installation practices. Invest in a metal «cool roof,» which offers proven energy efficiency performance and delivers high total solar reflectance and high infrared emittance, keeping homes cool and saving energy by re-emitting most of what solar radiation is absorbed. Cool metal roofs help save energy by lowering roof temperatures by as much as 50 percent.

5) Use efficient lightbulbs
Nearly 90 percent of the energy consumed by incandescent bulbs is used to produce heat, contributing to rising indoor temperatures. Switch to cooler, energy efficient fluorescent or LED lights instead.

6) Use airflow to maximum advantage
Take advantage of cooler evening and early morning cross breezes by opening windows and doors, and remember to shut them tight before daytime temperatures begin to spike. Install ceiling fans which, based on industry research, can make a room feel up to 10 degrees cooler while only using 10 percent of the energy of a central air conditioner.

7) Use your thermostat wisely
Strategies for smart temperature control include installing a programmable thermostat, placing it in the cooler part of your home and setting the temperature higher when you are away-small changes that add up to big cost savings.

8) Run appliances during off peak hours
Wait to run dishwashers and laundry loads until later at night, when the demand on the power grid is lower and temperatures are often cooler. Keep the oven and stove off (use an outdoor barbecue instead) and power down electronics all the way when not in use. Controlling small heat sources can contribute greatly to increased comfort and efficiency.

9) Install a whole house attic fan
Easy to install, a whole house fan works to create negative pressure by drawing out hot air while drawing in cooler air from outside, effectively venting your home while reducing the load on the air conditioning system.

10) Seal gaps around windows and doors
Little cracks and gaps can have a big impact on household comfort and cooling/heating costs. Seal them with caulk or weatherstripping and if your home has old, single pane windows, consider upgrading them with modern, energy efficient ones.

About Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA)
Representing metal roofing manufacturers in the United States and Canada, the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA) was formed in 1998 as a nonprofit organization to help educate consumers about the many benefits of metal roofs. The main objective of MRA is to increase awareness of the beauty, durability and money-saving advantages of quality metal roofs among homeowners, as well as to provide support for metal roofing businesses and contractors. For more information, visit MRA.

SOURCE Metal Roofing Alliance

NEW YORK, Aug. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP (www.kaplanfox.com) is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Tufin Software Technologies Ltd. («Tufin» or the «Company») (NYSE: TUFN). 

On or about April 11, 2019, Tufin conducted its initial public offering (the «IPO»), issuing 7,700,000 shares at $14 per share.  Then, on or about December 5, 2019, Tufin conducted a secondary public offering (the «SPO»), issuing 4,279,882 shares at $17 per share. A complaint has been filed against the Company on behalf of investors that purchased Tufin ordinary shares in or traceable to the Company’s April IPO or SPO.

On January 9, 2020, Tufin announced that it expected to report total revenue in the range of $29.5 million to $30.1 million, compared to its previous guidance of total revenue in the range of $34.0 million to $38.0 million.  The Company attributed the revenue shortfall to the Company’s «inability to close a number of transactions, primarily in North America, that we anticipated would close but did not close by the end of the quarter.»

Following this news, Tufin’s stock price plummeted 24%, to close at $13.08 on January 9, 2020.

If you are a member of the proposed Class, you may move the court no later than September 18, 2020 to serve as a lead plaintiff for the purported class.  You need not seek to become a lead plaintiff in order to share in any possible recovery.  If you would like to discuss the complaint or our investigation, please contact us by emailing pmayer@kaplanfox.com or by calling 646-315-9003.

This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and ethical rules.

Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP, with offices in New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and New Jersey, has many years of experience in prosecuting investor class actions. For more information about Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP, you may visit our website at www.kaplanfox.com.  If you have any questions about this Notice, your rights, or your interests, please contact:

Donald R. Hall
KAPLAN FOX & KILSHEIMER LLP
850 Third Avenue, 14th Floor
New York, New York 10022
(646) 315-9003
E-mail: dhall@kaplanfox.com

Laurence D. King
KAPLAN FOX & KILSHEIMER LLP
1999 Harrison Street, Suite 1560
Oakland, California 94612
(415) 772-4704
Fax:  (415) 772-4707
E-mail: lking@kaplanfox.com

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NEW YORK, Aug. 4, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP (www.kaplanfox.com) is investigating claims on behalf of investors of Verrica Pharmaceuticals Inc. («Verrica» or the «Company») (NASDAQ: VRCA).  A complaint has been filed on behalf of investors that purchased Verrica securities between September 16, 2019 and June 29, 2020, inclusive (the «Class Period»).

On June 29, 2020, after the market closed, Verrica disclosed an FDA letter identifying deficiencies that preclude discussion of labeling and post-marketing requirements for its drug-device lead product candidate, a topical solution administered through a single-use precision applicator.  According to the Company, the FDA made «a specific request related to a potential safety issue with the applicator that could arise if the instructions for use were not properly followed.»  Verrica said that «[i]n response, the Company incorporated an additional user feature into the applicator to address that issue.»  However, «[t]he addition of that user feature. . .affected human factors testing as well as requiring additional supportive stability data on the fully assembled device incorporating such feature.» 

Following this news, Verrica’s stock price fell $3.06, nearly 22%, to close at $11.01 per share on June 30, 2020.

If you are a member of the proposed Class, you may move the court no later than September 14, 2020 to serve as a lead plaintiff for the purported class.  You need not seek to become a lead plaintiff in order to share in any possible recovery.  If you would like to discuss the complaint or our investigation, please contact us by emailing pmayer@kaplanfox.com or by calling 646-315-9003.

This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and ethical rules.

Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP, with offices in New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago and New Jersey, has many years of experience in prosecuting investor class actions. For more information about Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP, you may visit our website at www.kaplanfox.com.  If you have any questions about this Notice, your rights, or your interests, please contact:

Donald R. Hall
KAPLAN FOX & KILSHEIMER LLP
850 Third Avenue, 14th Floor
New York, New York 10022
(646) 315-9003
E-mail: dhall@kaplanfox.com

Laurence D. King
KAPLAN FOX & KILSHEIMER LLP
1999 Harrison Street, Suite 1560
Oakland, California 94612
(415) 772-4704
Fax:  (415) 772-4707
E-mail: lking@kaplanfox.com

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