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Transcript of Thursday's Democratic presidential debate
WOLF BLITZER, CNN: Let's begin with Senator Obama. (Fri, 01 Feb 2008 03:40:15 GMT)
DA: Fatal OPD shooting justified
An Oceanside motorcycle police officer justifiably shot and killed a parolee in self-defense when the man tried to run him over in a 2006 confrontation in Vista, the district attorney's office found this week. (Fri, 01 Feb 2008 03:50:08 GMT)
Hardin seeks to become D.A.
Plez H. Hardin is seeking to become the next district attorney of the Southwestern Judicial Circuit, a position currently held by Cecilia Cooper. (Fri, 01 Feb 2008 04:34:00 GMT)
Personal Injury Lawyers in New York City Offers More Areas of Practice
Levy Phillips & Konigsberg specialize in http://www.lpklaw.com/showarticl [mesothelioma asbestos lawsuits ] and complex personal injury cases (Fri, 01 Feb 2008 07:01:00 GMT)
Housing Crisis Triggers New Casualties
New York Construction Accident Attorney, David Perecman Pereceman is one of the leaders in the trend to help prevent different http://perecman.com/?pageId=378& [types of construction injuries ] as site owners are not practicing proper construction safety (Fri, 01 Feb 2008 07:01:00 GMT)
Housing Crisis Triggers New Casualties
New York Construction Accident Attorney, David Perecman Pereceman is one of the leaders in the trend to help prevent different http://perecman.com/?pageId=378& [types of construction injuries] as site owners are not practicing proper construction safety (PRWeb Feb 1, 2008) Post Comment:Trackback URL: http://www.prweb.com/pingpr.php/ (Fri, 01 Feb 2008 08:25:05 GMT)
Personal Injury Lawyers in New York City Offers More Areas of Practice
Levy Phillips & Konigsberg specialize in http://www.lpklaw.com/showarticl [mesothelioma asbestos lawsuits] and complex personal injury cases (PRWeb Feb 1, 2008) Post Comment:Trackback URL: http://www.prweb.com/pingpr.php/ (Fri, 01 Feb 2008 08:26:08 GMT)
Doctors warned about epilepsy drugs' risks
The risk of suicide or other suicidal behavior doubles for patients taking any one of 11 drugs prescribed to millions of people for epilepsy, pain, psychiatric illnesses and other disorders, the Food and Drug Administration said in an alert to physicians... (Fri, 01 Feb 2008 08:37:56 GMT)
TAG law firms settle with insurers
Manchester-based solicitors Rowe Cohen and a raft of other personal injury firms have come to a settlement in The Accident Group (TAG) litigation. ... (Fri, 01 Feb 2008 10:41:51 GMT)
Knoblauch Talks to Congress
By HOWARD FENDRICH | Friday, February 01, 2008 | No comments posted. WASHINGTON - Former major leaguer Chuck Knoblauch showed up to be interviewed Friday by congressional lawyers investigating drugs in baseball, toting his toddler son in his arms and accompanied by a lawyer. (Fri, 01 Feb 2008 16:50:38 GMT)
Baseball: Knoblauch arrives for congressional interview
WASHINGTON — Former major leaguer Chuck Knoblauch showed up to be interviewed today by congressional lawyers investigating drugs in baseball, toting his toddler son in his arms and accompanied by a lawyer. (Fri, 01 Feb 2008 17:00:01 GMT)
Knoblauch arrives to talk to congressional committee investigating baseball
WASHINGTON - Former major leaguer Chuck Knoblauch showed up to be interviewed Friday by congressional lawyers investigating drugs in baseball, toting his toddler son in his arms and accompanied by a lawyer. (Fri, 01 Feb 2008 17:17:00 GMT)
Guilty pleas
The following pleas were entered during the Jan. 24, 2008, criminal and traffic call in Edgar County Circuit Court: Guilty pleas Bonnie J. Adams, 30, waived an attorney and pleaded guilty to a Class A misdemeanor retail theft charge. (Fri, 01 Feb 2008 20:52:21 GMT)
Incumbent faces challenge in appellate judge race
A successful trial lawyer from Belleville is challenging an incumbent for the Democratic spot on the ballot in Tuesday’s primary for the Illinois 5th District Appellate Court. (Sat, 02 Feb 2008 05:16:16 GMT)
SPORTS BRIEFS
WASHINGTON - Former major leaguer Chuck Knoblauch carried his toddler son in his arms on his way out after speaking for about 1½ hours with congressional lawyers investigating drugs in baseball. Accompanied by his wife and a lawyer, Knoblauch did not reveal any specifics of what he was asked or what he told staff members yesterday from the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. (Sat, 02 Feb 2008 05:55:03 GMT)
Feel free to shovel; you won't be sued
The old suburban wives' tale goes like this: If you shovel your driveway and someone slips and falls, you're more liable than if you had just left it packed with snow. (Sat, 02 Feb 2008 06:42:13 GMT)
DUI + Super Bowl = $20,000
Before you decide to have one more drink before leaving that Super Bowl party, consider the financial devastation it could bring you and your family. (Sat, 02 Feb 2008 11:00:00 GMT)
Edwards Bows Out of Presidential Race
John Edwards bowed out of his second presidential bid saying he hoped the "two Americas" he speaks of so often, one for the haves and the other for the have-nots, could finally be united under a Democratic president. It won't be him. (Sat, 02 Feb 2008 13:37:40 GMT)
Judge warns of financial 'vultures'
PROVIDENCE — Lured by late-night ads, a growing number of Rhode Islanders are trying to cash in future payments due from personal-injury settlements, judges say. (Sun, 03 Feb 2008 02:04:41 GMT)
Judge warns of financial ‘vultures’
More people in need are cashing in personal-injury settlement payments, and judges are sometimes halting what they consider bad deals. (Sun, 03 Feb 2008 02:42:30 GMT)
Profiles of jurors changing in county
By TOM HOWELL JR. NEWTON — In the art of jury selection, there's an old joke among Sussex County lawyers: A white middle-aged man will sit down, the lawyer will use a "free pass" challenge to excuse him, another white middle-aged man will sit down, he'll be excused, and so on. (Sun, 03 Feb 2008 03:31:46 GMT)
Victims angrily object to BP plea deal
A federal judge will consider approval Monday of a plea agreement between British energy giant BP and federal prosecutors that would end criminal probes into the March 2005 blast that killed 15 contract workers and injured 180 more at the BP refinery in Texas City. (Sun, 03 Feb 2008 04:05:36 GMT)
Newport pair among many struggling to set record straight after ID theft
"I didn't do it" is the worn-out refrain of many a lawbreaker, but Jamey and Lora Costner of Newport, Tenn., are in fact innocent of acts committed in their names by two imposters. (Sun, 03 Feb 2008 05:16:08 GMT)
Couple pleads guilty to growing marijuana
Two people whose home was the focus on a police drug raid and a woman who admitted she severely beat an elderly man late last year were among those making appearances Wednesday in Lawrence County Common Pleas Court. (Sun, 03 Feb 2008 06:07:27 GMT)
Briefcase
Majdecki a Marquette VP (Sun, 03 Feb 2008 10:04:48 GMT)
Mikal Watts talks openly about the criticism and scandals he’s faced
Watts has risen from law-school whiz kid to nationally known product liability lawyer and political financier who pledged $10 million of his own fortune in his aborted bid to unseat Republican U.S. Sen. John Cornyn (Sun, 03 Feb 2008 11:49:15 GMT)
Judge’s social life raises questions
GALVESTON — At 11:30 a.m. on Oct. 6, 2006, Galveston attorney Tony Buzbee scored an important victory in a case involving 52 victims of the 2005 explosion at BP’s Texas City refinery. (Sun, 03 Feb 2008 13:46:15 GMT)
Judge Kent's social life raises questions
Some question whether District Judge Samuel Kent's lunches and friendships with attorneys with cases before his court were appropriate. (Sun, 03 Feb 2008 17:55:12 GMT)
An online alternative for ADR
Monty Ahalt believes that most civil cases can be resolved without the parties ever being in the same room or even on the same phone call. (Sun, 03 Feb 2008 22:02:36 GMT)
Mother blames drug in Santee shooting
"He comes out of a good Christian home, and I always told him to do the right thing." Those were Mary Shingler's words to the community following a bond hearing Saturday for her son, 26-year-old Jermaine Shingler of Santee, who is charged with shooting a man Thursday night. (Mon, 04 Feb 2008 06:04:52 GMT)
Memos
Robby Robbins has opened Robert D. Robbins Attorney at Law LLC at 110 North Main St., Summerville. He practices in personal injury, criminal defense, business litigation, local government and land-use planning. (Mon, 04 Feb 2008 06:06:00 GMT)
Memos
Robby Robbins has opened Robert D. Robbins Attorney at Law LLC at 110 North Main St., Summerville. He practices in personal injury, criminal defense, business litigation, local government and land-use planning. (Mon, 04 Feb 2008 06:49:09 GMT)
Presidential Candidates and Tort Reform - Free Analysis Now Available
An analysis of presidential candidates regarding tort reform is now available from Clifford Law Offices, free to the public. A partial abstract is included, with link to full article. (Mon, 04 Feb 2008 07:01:00 GMT)
Presidential Candidates and Tort Reform - Free Analysis Now Available
An analysis of presidential candidates regarding tort reform is now available from Clifford Law Offices, free to the public. A partial abstract is included, with link to full article. (PRWeb Feb 4, 2008) Post Comment:Trackback URL: http://www.prweb.com/pingpr.php/ (Mon, 04 Feb 2008 08:35:27 GMT)
Pettitte scheduled to head to Hill
Andy Pettitte lent credence to the Mitchell Report by acknowledging he received two injections of human growth hormone from a personal trainer who worked with him and Roger Clemens. (Mon, 04 Feb 2008 10:23:44 GMT)
Pettitte Scheduled to Head to Hill
By HOWARD FENDRICH | Monday, February 04, 2008 | No comments posted. WASHINGTON - Andy Pettitte lent credence to the Mitchell Report by acknowledging he received two injections of human growth hormone from a personal trainer who worked with him and Roger Clemens. (Mon, 04 Feb 2008 12:20:05 GMT)
BA crash jet passengers consider legal action
Passengers on board a British Airways jet that crash-landed at Heathrow are considering legal action against the airline, a lawyer said today. (Mon, 04 Feb 2008 13:46:17 GMT)
Passengers 'may sue' over crash
Passengers onboard a BA plane that crash-landed at Heathrow consider taking legal action, a lawyer says. (Mon, 04 Feb 2008 13:54:44 GMT)
Crash passengers consider legal bid
Passengers on board a British Airways jet that crash-landed at Heathrow are considering legal action against the airline, according to a lawyer. (Mon, 04 Feb 2008 14:36:22 GMT)
Judge’s social life raises questions
GALVESTON — At 11:30 a.m. on Oct. 6, 2006, Galveston attorney Tony Buzbee scored an important victory in a case involving 52 victims of the 2005 explosion at BP’s Texas City refinery. (Mon, 04 Feb 2008 14:49:27 GMT)
Crash passengers consider legal bid
Passengers on board a British Airways jet that crash-landed at Heathrow are considering legal action against the airline, according to a lawyer. Sally Moore, a personal injury lawyer, said she had been approached by passengers seeking advice about their legal options. (Mon, 04 Feb 2008 14:50:22 GMT)
Judge does not raise bond in hit-run case
In a ruling that angered the victim's mother, a judge continued a personal bond for a woman charged with hitting a teen with her car in September and fleeing from the injury scene. (Mon, 04 Feb 2008 16:06:43 GMT)
Pettitte speaks under oath to Congress
Clemens 'will not take the Fifth Amendment,' lawyer says. WASHINGTON — New York Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte spoke under oath for about 2½ hours Monday with lawyers from a congressional committee looking into drug use in baseball. (Tue, 05 Feb 2008 05:16:02 GMT)
Attorney says Clemens won't take 5th when he speaks to Congress
WASHINGTON -- Roger Clemens has chosen various ways to strongly deny using steroids or human growth hormone: a taped TV interview, a live news conference and, repeatedly, through his... (Tue, 05 Feb 2008 10:11:30 GMT)
Attorney says Clemens won't take 5th when speaking on steroid use Tuesday
Roger Clemens has chosen various ways to strongly deny using steroids or human growth hormone: a taped TV interview, a live news conference (Tue, 05 Feb 2008 12:44:16 GMT)
ARCHIVE SEARCH
It's 3:30 on a Thursday afternoon, and personal-injury lawyer Jim Rogers is about to put in an appearance at his favorite court -- the middle court of UC Berkeley's Recreational Sports Facility. (Tue, 05 Feb 2008 12:56:11 GMT)
Former officer's assault hearing set
A former Holden Beach police officer faces a March 3 court hearing on an assault charge in which a suspect suffered a skull fracture. Daniel "Brannon" Gray, 24, appeared in Brunswick County Superior Court on Monday. Gray, of Supply, N.C., was indicted Jan. 22 on a charge of assault by inflicting serious bodily injury stemming from an incident involving David King, 44, on Nov. 29. Gray referred ... (Tue, 05 Feb 2008 13:20:39 GMT)
Clemens to speak before Congress
Attorney says pitcher won't take 5th (Tue, 05 Feb 2008 13:30:41 GMT)
Clemens's turn: Lawyer says pitcher won't take 5th
Seven-time Cy Young Award winner is scheduled to give a deposition to lawyers from a congressional committee behind closed doors (Tue, 05 Feb 2008 13:48:05 GMT)
Attorney: Roger Clemens won't take the Fifth
WASHINGTON -- Roger Clemens has chosen various ways to strongly deny using steroids or human growth hormone: a taped TV interview, a live news conference and, repeatedly, through his lawyers. (Tue, 05 Feb 2008 14:29:05 GMT)
Judge’s social life raises questions
GALVESTON — At 11:30 a.m. on Oct. 6, 2006, Galveston attorney Tony Buzbee scored an important victory in a case involving 52 victims of the 2005 explosion at BP’s Texas City refinery. (Tue, 05 Feb 2008 14:49:54 GMT)
Steve Schaefer announces for County Attorney
My name is Steve Schaefer. I am running for County Attorney. I am a local Bandera Attorney, with my office on Main Street. I was born and raised in Texas. I am 52 years old. I live in Vanderpool, Texas. I have two daughters: Blanche, who is 13 years old, and Cecelia, who is 10 years old. (Tue, 05 Feb 2008 22:53:40 GMT)
Manning sibling unable to play football
QUESTION: I heard a TV commentator say Eli and Peyton Manning have another brother who is unable to play sports because of an injury. How was he was injured and what is his physical condition? (Wed, 06 Feb 2008 05:08:09 GMT)
Chief justice proposes openness in selections
— The state's top judge Tuesday pledged to give the public a peek into the nonpartisan court plan, a system of choosing judges that is under heavy fire from conservatives. (Wed, 06 Feb 2008 06:05:14 GMT)
Judge’s social life raises questions
GALVESTON — At 11:30 a.m. on Oct. 6, 2006, Galveston attorney Tony Buzbee scored an important victory in a case involving 52 victims of the 2005 explosion at BP’s Texas City refinery. (Wed, 06 Feb 2008 06:21:13 GMT)
Clemens says he repeated denials to congressional lawyers while under oath
Roger Clemens’ most meaningful denial of drug use so far was also the most well-guarded. The seven-time Cy Young Award winner gave a sworn deposition for about five hours to congressional lawyers behind closed doors Tuesday, addressing his former personal trainer’s allegations. (Wed, 06 Feb 2008 06:33:00 GMT)
Local Attorney Receives Honor
Local attorney Brad Lakin, President of the Lakin Law Firm, has been selected by Illinois Super Lawyers as a Rising Star for 2008. The honor is only given to 5% of lawyers in Illinois. (Wed, 06 Feb 2008 07:01:00 GMT)
Local Attorney Receives Honor
Local attorney Brad Lakin, President of the Lakin Law Firm, has been selected by Illinois Super Lawyers as a Rising Star for 2008. The honor is only given to 5% of lawyers in Illinois. (PRWeb Feb 6, 2008) Post Comment:Trackback URL: http://www.prweb.com/pingpr.php/ (Wed, 06 Feb 2008 08:19:02 GMT)
Clemens' turn: Attorney says pitcher won't take 5th when he speaks to congressional lawyers
WASHINGTON (AP) — Roger Clemens has chosen various ways to strongly deny using steroids or human growth hormone: a taped TV interview, a live news conference and, repeatedly, through his lawyers. (Wed, 06 Feb 2008 10:12:15 GMT)
Clemens Repeats Denials to Congress
Major League Baseball pitcher Roger Clemens, left, accompanied by his attorney Rusty Hardin, arrives on Capitol Hill in Washington, Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2008, for his deposition before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee which is investigating steroids and HGH use in professional baseball. (Wed, 06 Feb 2008 10:59:43 GMT)
Clemens' turn: Attorney says pitcher won't take 5th when he speaks to congressional lawyers
WASHINGTON (AP) — Roger Clemens has chosen various ways to strongly deny using steroids or human growth hormone: a taped TV interview, a live news conference and, repeatedly, through his lawyers. (Wed, 06 Feb 2008 16:42:15 GMT)
Rockford Murder Investigation
Police are investigating the murder of a prominent Rockford attorney on Oak Forest Drive. (Thu, 07 Feb 2008 00:11:50 GMT)
First N.J. Lawyer Convicted Under Anti-Runners Law Heads for Prison
When Irwin Seligsohn surrenders to law enforcement authorities on March 1, he will be the first New Jersey lawyer to be jailed for using runners to drum up personal injury cases. Seligsohn was sentenced to three years for violating a statute criminalizing the practice, along with other crimes. He admitted conspiring with others to pay $70,000 to runners to solicit people to claim injuries from ... (Thu, 07 Feb 2008 05:11:22 GMT)
Accused Lawyers Defend Fee-Sharing With Lay Employees as 'Bonus' Plan
Two lawyers facing one-year suspensions for sharing fees with employees at the defunct Tomar Simonoff firm are arguing that the payments were part of an ethical "bonus" plan and are asking the state Supreme Court to reverse suspension recommendations by the Disciplinary Review Board. Tomar Simonoff, a 65-lawyer personal injury powerhouse, collapsed in 2000 amid allegations it paid illegal ... (Thu, 07 Feb 2008 05:11:42 GMT)
First N.J. Lawyer Convicted Under Anti-Runners Law Heads for Prison
When Irwin Seligsohn surrenders to law enforcement authorities on March 1, he will be the first New Jersey lawyer to be jailed for using runners to drum up personal injury cases. Seligsohn was sentenced to three years for violating a statute criminalizing the practice, along with other crimes. (Thu, 07 Feb 2008 08:02:31 GMT)
Accused Lawyers Defend Fee-Sharing With Lay Employees as 'Bonus' Plan
Two lawyers facing one-year suspensions for sharing fees with employees at the defunct Tomar Simonoff firm are arguing that the payments were part of an ethical "bonus" plan and are asking the state Supreme Court to reverse suspension recommendations by the Disciplinary Review Board. (Thu, 07 Feb 2008 08:02:31 GMT)
Appeals court: Convicts don't have to pay multiple fines
Defendants will now pay the largest fine assessed by the court, and then every other fine is considered paid in full. (Thu, 07 Feb 2008 10:19:52 GMT)
Sports wire
Baseball McNamee's lawyers say evidence confirms Clemens used drugs Brian McNamee's lawyers said yesterday that they gave federal prosecutors physical evidence backing the personal trainer's allegation that Roger Clemens used performance-enhancing drugs. (Thu, 07 Feb 2008 11:09:39 GMT)
Steve Schaefer announces for County Attorney
My name is Steve Schaefer. I am running for County Attorney. I am a local Bandera Attorney, with my office on Main Street. I was born and raised in Texas. I am 52 years old. I live in Vanderpool, Texas. I have two daughters: Blanche, who is 13 years old, and Cecelia, who is 10 years old. (Thu, 07 Feb 2008 17:14:13 GMT)
Stars put defenceman Sergei Zubov on IR
The Dallas Stars placed defenceman Sergei Zubov on the injured reserve list Thursday with a groin injury. (Thu, 07 Feb 2008 17:20:59 GMT)
News of the Norm
County attorney: sniper shooting racially motivated Douglas County Attorney Don Kleine says Kyle Bormann killed Brittany Williams because she was black, an aggravating factor that could lead to the death penalty. (Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:52:38 GMT)
Red Sox, Schilling Squabble Over Surgery
BOSTON -- Curt Schilling has an undisclosed injury in his right shoulder, and the pitcher has been squabbling with the Boston Red Sox over whether he should have surgery that could cost him the season or try something less drastic. (Fri, 08 Feb 2008 05:27:10 GMT)
Abortion clinics operator is charged
Bertha Bugarin, 48, allegedly ran medical facilities where improper procedures were performed. She has pleaded not guilty. By the time paramedics arrived, the patient was lying in a pool of her own blood, her pulse racing and her blood pressure dangerously low. (Fri, 08 Feb 2008 08:09:58 GMT)
Latest Edition of Car Accident Secrets is Now Available
Learn the secrets today of what you need to know if you or someone in your family is involved in a car accident. Learn from the pros on what to look for when having your car repaired, what you are entitled to and how to handle a personal injury accident claim. Learn what the insurance companies don't want you to know. (PRWeb Feb 8, 2008) Read the full story at ... (Fri, 08 Feb 2008 08:13:34 GMT)
Baseball Notebook | Curt Schilling, Red Sox squabble over injury
Curt Schilling has an injured right shoulder, and the ballplayer and the Boston Red Sox have been squabbling over whether he should have... (Fri, 08 Feb 2008 08:24:01 GMT)
Personal injury law
On 17 January 2008, the Court of Appeal handed down the judgment on the Thompstone case. It reads as eminently sensible and does not just address the indexation issues anticipated and extensively argued. (Fri, 08 Feb 2008 09:07:25 GMT)
Nifong Due for Bankruptcy Court Appearance
Former Durham District Attorney Mike Nifong is expected to appear in bankruptcy court today to answer questions about his finances. (Fri, 08 Feb 2008 12:23:15 GMT)
Iraq Vets Charged with Murder of Fellow Soldier
Morning Edition , February 8, 2008 · A soldier who had survived two tours in Iraq and had been sent home after suffering traumatic brain injury was murdered in December in Colorado Springs near Fort Carson, Colo. Army Spc. Kevin Shields was killed, according to police, by three fellow soldiers who had served with him in Iraq. (Fri, 08 Feb 2008 13:31:58 GMT)
Steve Schaefer announces for County Attorney
My name is Steve Schaefer. I am running for County Attorney. I am a local Bandera Attorney, with my office on Main Street. I was born and raised in Texas. I am 52 years old. I live in Vanderpool, Texas. I have two daughters: Blanche, who is 13 years old, and Cecelia, who is 10 years old. (Fri, 08 Feb 2008 16:44:05 GMT)
Wisdom and diplomacy solved friends’ bitter business dispute
Sultan Mahmood had not spoken with the man who used to be his best friend for more than two years when they faced each other in a lawyer’s office. (Fri, 08 Feb 2008 21:39:26 GMT)
Iraq Vets Charged with Murder of Fellow Soldier
Army Spc. Kevin Shields was murdered near Fort Carson, Colo., in December after being sent home with a traumatic brain injury. The three soldiers charged with the crime all served with Shields in Iraq. (Sat, 09 Feb 2008 00:01:15 GMT)
Client may have killed Rockford lawyer, police say
Rockford lawyer, 60, was gunned down outside his home A Rockford lawyer slain while clearing snow outside his home may have been gunned down by a man he had represented in a criminal case, authorities said Friday. (Sat, 09 Feb 2008 02:54:42 GMT)
N.Y. High Court Ruling Ends 6-Month AIDS-Phobia Cutoff
People enduring a waiting period to find out if they have contracted the AIDS virus will no longer be limited to receiving damages for only six months of emotional distress, New York's highest court has held. The Court of Appeals unanimously ruled that the time limit "appears to be unprecedented in our common law tort jurisprudence" and is unfair to victims of possible negligent exposure to AIDS ... (Sat, 09 Feb 2008 05:11:13 GMT)
Attorney Decries Hogan's Moves
Linda Bollea's divorce attorney released an exchange of letters Friday afternoon indicating the National Enquirer is poised to publish an article critical of her - and the attorney thinks her husband, former wrestler Hulk Hogan, is behind the effort to portray her in a bad light. (Sat, 09 Feb 2008 05:19:19 GMT)
Accident victim claims R2,2bn
The cash-strapped Road Accident Fund could face a demand for R2,2-billion in what could be South Africa's biggest personal injury claim. (Sat, 09 Feb 2008 14:17:26 GMT)
McNamee told Congress he injected Clemens' wife
It's become a daily routine: A new element of Brian McNamee's "I injected Roger Clemens with steroids and human growth hormone" story emerges -- and Clemens' attorneys call the pitcher's former personal trainer a liar. (Sat, 09 Feb 2008 19:31:34 GMT)
Rare disease impacts attorney's performance
Some wounds never heal. That’s sometimes the case with Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Attorney Robert Collins, who was diagnosed with the disease in December, found that out the hard way. (Sun, 10 Feb 2008 03:21:05 GMT)
H.L. Hunt heirs locked in bitter fight over control of funds' fortunes
For more than 75 years the Hunt family has meant big money in Big D, and often big news, too. Eccentric oilman H.L. Hunt built the world's largest fortune and secretly supported three families at the same time. (Sun, 10 Feb 2008 07:02:30 GMT)
The art of self-defence
Heather Mills is not the only one to go it alone in court. More and more litigants are chosing to fight their own corner, reports Clare Dyer (Mon, 11 Feb 2008 00:02:06 GMT)
Clemens attorney Hardin warned over tough talk
The chairman for the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform said in a letter Sunday to Rusty Hardin, one of the attorneys for Roger Clemens, that comments Hardin made could be interpreted as an attempt to intimidate a federal agent. (Mon, 11 Feb 2008 02:39:14 GMT)
Attorney sentenced to 5 years in prison
Douglasville -- The son of former Albany Mayor Paul Keenan will be spending at least the next 4 years in prison after a jury found him guilty last week of providing an inmate with a dangerous weapon. (Mon, 11 Feb 2008 03:16:15 GMT)
Stefani reflects on cop firings
Mike Stefani believes it didn't have to happen: the lawsuit, the multimillion-dollar verdict against Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick and now, months later, the revelation of romantic text messages and a controversy that may bring down the mayor. (Mon, 11 Feb 2008 06:19:58 GMT)
Accused Pilot Outmaneuvers FAA in Court, Thanks to Aviation Attorney David Brien
A positive settlement has been reached between aviation attorney David Brien and the FAA in a court case involving accusations by the FAA that commercial pilot Scott Hamilton Douglass, during his off-hours, conducted illegal flight maneuvers in a privately owned L 39 jet. (Mon, 11 Feb 2008 07:01:00 GMT)
Law firm installs mock courtroom, TV gear
MURRAY - It's a high-tech mock courtroom where jurors with hand-held "perception analyzers" can twist a dial to rate a lawyer's performance - the same kind of testing the television industry uses to evaluate new entertainment shows. (Mon, 11 Feb 2008 08:02:55 GMT)
Accused Pilot Outmaneuvers FAA in Court, Thanks to Aviation Attorney David Brien
A positive settlement has been reached between aviation attorney David Brien and the FAA in a court case involving accusations by the FAA that commercial pilot Scott Hamilton Douglass, during his off-hours, conducted illegal flight maneuvers in a privately owned L 39 jet. Attorney David Brien convinced the FAA to settle the case with no finding of fault, no admission of guilt, no suspension, no ... (Mon, 11 Feb 2008 08:41:34 GMT)
Oldest county law firm offers representation that gets results
The oldest law firm in Will County offers legal representation from some of the most respected and recognized attorneys in the region. (Mon, 11 Feb 2008 10:14:28 GMT)
Abortion clinic operators face multiple charges
By the time paramedics arrived, the patient was lying in a pool of her own blood, her pulse racing and her blood pressure dangerously low. (Mon, 11 Feb 2008 14:14:13 GMT)
Gruesome Zednik injury sparks talk of neck protection for NHLers
Richard Zednik's blood-dripping trek to the bench Sunday night certainly hit home for Trent McCleary. (Mon, 11 Feb 2008 22:43:00 GMT)
Gruesome Zednik injury sparks talk of neck protection for NHLers
Richard Zednik's blood-dripping trek to the bench Sunday night certainly hit home for Trent McCleary. The former Montreal Canadiens player saw the images on his TV screen and couldn't help but think of his own experience, when he was left battling for his life after taking a slapshot in the throat. (Mon, 11 Feb 2008 22:55:43 GMT)
Clemens, McNamee focus of hearing
Roger Clemens and Brian McNamee will be the focus of Wednesday's congressional hearing about the Mitchell Report, with Andy Pettitte spared having to deliver public testimony that could damage his former teammate. "I guess it's showtime, isn't it?" said Clemens' lead lawyer, Rusty Hardin. Pettitte, former Clemens teammate Chuck Knoblauch and convicted steroids distributor Kirk Radomski were ... (Tue, 12 Feb 2008 04:38:39 GMT)
Pettitte dropped from Clemens hearing
Roger Clemens and his accuser, Brian McNamee, will be the main witnesses at a House hearing on the Mitchell Report after New York Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte and two others were dropped Monday night. (Tue, 12 Feb 2008 08:46:47 GMT)
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But everyone surely will be focusing on Clemens, a seven-time Cy Young Award winner, and McNamee, his former personal trainer. (Tue, 12 Feb 2008 09:43:22 GMT)
Pettitte To Sit Out Congressional Hearing
Roger Clemens and Brian McNamee will be the focus of the congressional hearing about the Mitchell Report. New York Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte, Chuck Knoblauch and convicted steroids distributor Kirk Radomski were taken off the list. (Tue, 12 Feb 2008 12:00:01 GMT)
Clemens, McNamee Focus Of Hearing
Now this much is undeniable: Roger Clemens and Brian McNamee will be the focus of Wednesday's congressional hearing about the Mitchell Report. "I guess it's showtime, isn't it?" said Clemens' lead lawyer, Rusty Hardin. (Tue, 12 Feb 2008 13:11:16 GMT)
Hearing Set for Just Clemens and Accuser
Roger Clemens' lawyer: "I guess it's showtime, isn't it?" (Tue, 12 Feb 2008 14:00:08 GMT)
Clemens, McNamee focus of hearing
Roger Clemens and Brian McNamee will be the focus of Wednesday's congressional hearing about the Mitchell Report, with Andy Pettitte spared having to deliver public testimony that could damage his former teammate. (Tue, 12 Feb 2008 14:21:59 GMT)
Clemens, McNamee focus of congressional hearing
‘I guess it’s showtime, isn’t it?’ — Roger Clemens’ lead lawyer, Rusty Hardin. (Tue, 12 Feb 2008 23:52:02 GMT)
Federal court dismisses disbarred attorney’s suit
The third federal judge to hear a disbarred Maryland lawyer’s lawsuit against the state’s top court, the state, three federal judges, the Attorney Grievance Commission and other state officials has dismissed his case. (Wed, 13 Feb 2008 00:11:01 GMT)
Cell Phone Use in Car Leads to $5.2 Million Payout by Employer
International Paper has agreed to pay $5.2 million to settle a personal injury suit related to an employee's use of a company-supplied cell phone while driving. According to the complaint, Vanessa McGrogan rear-ended a vehicle driven by Debra Ford, a widowed mother of four who ultimately had her arm amputated almost up to the shoulder, following medical complications. International Paper ... (Wed, 13 Feb 2008 05:12:34 GMT)
Clemens and McNamee focus of hearing, Pettitte excused
WASHINGTON - Roger Clemens and Brian McNamee will be the focus of today's congressional hearing about the Mitchell Report, with Andy Pettitte spared having to deliver public testimony that could damage his former teammate. "I guess it's showtime, isn't it?" said Clemens' lead lawyer, Rusty Hardin. (Wed, 13 Feb 2008 05:55:06 GMT)
Barton: No rush to lawyer up
Last Sunday's column about legal sharks who immediately circled around the explosion and fire at the Imperial Sugar refinery touched a lot of nerves - including one connected to the general counsel of the State Bar of Georgia. (Wed, 13 Feb 2008 06:00:09 GMT)
Helena lawyer launches U.S. House bid
HELENA — Helena lawyer and Democrat Jim Hunt Tuesday launched his bid to unseat Republican U.S. House Rep. Denny Rehberg, saying it’s time to change directions in Washington, D.C. (Wed, 13 Feb 2008 07:39:00 GMT)
Cell Phone Use in Car Leads to $5.2 Million Payout by Employer
International Paper has agreed to pay $5.2 million to settle a personal injury suit related to an employee's use of a company-supplied cell phone while driving. According to the complaint, Vanessa McGrogan rear-ended a vehicle driven by Debra Ford, a widowed mother of four who ultimately had her arm amputated almost up to the shoulder, following medical complications. (Wed, 13 Feb 2008 08:02:07 GMT)
Helena lawyer launches challenge to Rehberg
HELENA - Helena lawyer and Democrat Jim Hunt on Tuesday launched his bid to unseat Republican U.S. Rep. Denny Rehberg, saying it's time to change directions in Washington, D.C. (Wed, 13 Feb 2008 08:07:55 GMT)
Helena lawyer launches challenge to Rehberg
HELENA - Helena lawyer and Democrat Jim Hunt on Tuesday launched his bid to unseat Republican U.S. Rep. Denny Rehberg, saying it's time to change directions in Washington, D.C. (Wed, 13 Feb 2008 08:07:56 GMT)
2nd challenger to face Ritchie in GOP race for Senate seat
In front of more than 150 people shoehorned into the back room at Wade's Family Restaurant, attorney Max Hyde formally announced Tuesday that he is challenging incumbent Jim Ritchie for his South Carolina Senate seat in the Republican primary this June. (Wed, 13 Feb 2008 08:27:05 GMT)
Hunt echoes Dems' call for change
Helena lawyer and Democrat Jim Hunt launched his bid Tuesday to unseat Republican U.S. House Rep. Denny Rehberg, saying it’s time to change directions in Washington, D.C. (Wed, 13 Feb 2008 09:06:04 GMT)
Millionaire's estate settles murder lawsuit for $6.4 million
A wrongful-death case against the estate of Palm Beach millionaire killer Fred Keller ended in the middle of the trial Tuesday with a settlement of nearly $6.4 million. (Wed, 13 Feb 2008 11:37:28 GMT)
Democrat launches bid for U.S. House
HELENA — Montana Democrats officially fielded a candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives on Tuesday as Helena attorney Jim Hunt announced his candidacy at the front gate of the Fort William Henry Harrison training center. (Wed, 13 Feb 2008 12:03:43 GMT)
IRC Reports Claimed Medical Expenses for Auto Injury Claimants Far Outpace Inflation
A new study by the Insurance Research Council (IRC) has found that medical expenses reported by auto injury claimants continue to rise faster than the rate of inflation. Average claimed economic losses (which include expenses for medical care, lost wages and other out-of-pocket expenditures) for bodily injury (BI) claimants grew 9 percent annualized, from $5,520 in 2002 to $8,522 in 2007. Among ... (Wed, 13 Feb 2008 14:30:00 GMT)
Live blog of hearings
Editor's Note: Richard Deitsch is blogging live during today's congressional hearing in Washington, D.C., which includes testimony from Roger Clemens, Brian McNamee and Charles Scheeler, a partner with George Mitchell's law firm, DLA Piper. SI's David Epstein is at the hearing and will offer periodic first-hand accounts. Senior writers Tom Verducci and Jon Heyman will also weigh in. And you ... (Wed, 13 Feb 2008 17:10:40 GMT)
Steve Schaefer announces for County Attorney
My name is Steve Schaefer. I am running for County Attorney. I am a local Bandera Attorney, with my office on Main Street. I was born and raised in Texas. I am 52 years old. I live in Vanderpool, Texas. I have two daughters: Blanche, who is 13 years old, and Cecelia, who is 10 years old. (Wed, 13 Feb 2008 18:15:30 GMT)
Law curbing inmates' lawsuits questioned
As longtime chairman of the American Conservative Union, David Keene seems an unlikely ally of the American Civil Liberties Union in a prisoners-rights campaign. But this cause is personal. Keene's son, also named David, is serving time in a federal prison for firearms offenses arising from a 2002 road-rage incident. The son's stymied efforts to lodge complaints have prompted the father to join ... (Wed, 13 Feb 2008 21:03:02 GMT)
Law curbing inmates' lawsuits questioned
As longtime chairman of the American Conservative Union, David Keene seems an unlikely ally of the American Civil Liberties Union in a prisoners-rights campaign. But this cause is personal. (Wed, 13 Feb 2008 22:08:12 GMT)
Tobacco company appeals $20 million wrongful death award
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) - An attorney defending Brown & Williamson Tobacco Company says it shouldn't have to pay the husband of a Kansas City-area woman who smoked for decades. (Wed, 13 Feb 2008 22:22:42 GMT)
Suspect pleaded guilty in nails incident
A Pasquotank County man charged with leaving nails in residents' driveways pleaded guilty Monday to a single count of injury to personal property. (Thu, 14 Feb 2008 04:23:40 GMT)
Was The Officer Too Hard On The Skateboarder?
A 17-year veteran of the Baltimore police force has been suspended with pay pending an internal investigation of his actions involving a 14-year-old skateboarder at Baltimore's Inner Harbor. (Thu, 14 Feb 2008 14:20:19 GMT)
Ski crash ends up in lawsuit
A February 2006 ski collision on Aspen Mountain has led to a new personal injury lawsuit. (Thu, 14 Feb 2008 14:32:00 GMT)
Tobacco company appeals $20 million wrongful death case
A tobacco company's attorney told the Missouri Supreme Court on Wednesday that the firm shouldn't have to pay $20 million in damages to the husband of a Kansas City-area woman who smoked for decades. (Thu, 14 Feb 2008 14:52:54 GMT)
Bus Crash in Europe Gives Pa. Attorney a Taste of Italian Law
After 30 years of representing plaintiffs in personal injury cases originating in the United States, Mexico and even on cruise ships, Peter M. Villari found his most taxing case in Italy. But in the end, the Pennsylvania lawyer said the Italian system offers much more in raw settlement dollars than his clients would have received in the United States. (Fri, 15 Feb 2008 05:11:23 GMT)
LOCAL NEWS
Parsippany's planning board attorney pleaded guilty in federal court in Trenton on Wednesday to aiding a local builder in exchange for discounted real estate buys and other benefits for himself and family members. (Fri, 15 Feb 2008 05:39:51 GMT)
Brawl over snow removal led to shooting
NASHUA -- Roger Leveille Jr. and his brother-in-law Gregory Ellis fought all the time, but they'd always make up soon afterward, a neighbor told police. ... - By ANDREW WOLFE Telegraph Staff (Fri, 15 Feb 2008 06:13:28 GMT)
Wellington's 'Idol' wannabe cries foul
American Idol judge Simon Cowell pegged her "the most annoying" ever. Online message boards savaged her, calling her a brat, a Paris Hilton, someone who should be slapped. (Fri, 15 Feb 2008 06:24:21 GMT)
Tuscola wants FG site freed up for development
Tuscola is facing insult added to injury with the killing of the FutureGen project, a Douglas County official said. (Fri, 15 Feb 2008 06:49:56 GMT)
Bruins' Ward out of Pittsburgh hospital; playing status unclear
Boston Bruins defenseman Aaron Ward is out of a Pittsburgh hospital and on his way back to Boston where team doctors will evaluate a neck injury he suffered in a 2-1 win over the Penguins. Team spokesman Matthew Chmura says no decision will be made on Ward's playing status until the player is checked by the Bruins' medical staff. (Fri, 15 Feb 2008 12:28:55 GMT)
Mahadev Denies Receiving Pecuniary Advantage From Lingam (Malaysian National News Agency
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 15 (Bernama) -- Commissioner Datuk Mahadev Shankar denied receiving pecuniary advantage or any other benefit from lawyer Datuk V. K. Lingam who is implicated in the video clip brokering on judicial appointments with a senior judge. (Fri, 15 Feb 2008 13:14:56 GMT)
Tobacco company appeals $20 million wrongful death case
A tobacco company's attorney told the Missouri Supreme Court on Wednesday that the firm shouldn't have to pay $20 million in damages to the husband of a Kansas City-area woman who smoked for decades. (Fri, 15 Feb 2008 14:53:31 GMT)
Woman in Collision With Officer Dies
A Fairfax County teacher's assistant whose car was struck by a Fairfax police officer's cruiser has died, police said yesterday. (Fri, 15 Feb 2008 15:51:36 GMT)
Falcons Release TE Crumpler, 6 Others
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- The Atlanta Falcons released four-time Pro Bowl tight end Alge Crumpler and six other players Friday in the first step of a major rebuilding job in the post-Michael Vick era. (Fri, 15 Feb 2008 19:44:48 GMT)
Crumpler, Leftwich among cut made by Falcons
The Atlanta Falcons released four-time Pro Bowl tight end Alge Crumpler and six other players Friday in the first step of a major rebuilding job in the post-Michael Vick era. The Falcons also cut quarterback Byron Leftwich, defensive tackle Rod Coleman and offensive tackle Wayne Gandy. (Fri, 15 Feb 2008 20:56:43 GMT)
Law Curbing Inmates' Lawsuits Questioned
As longtime chairman of the American Conservative Union, David Keene seems an unlikely ally of the American Civil Liberties Union in a prisoners-rights campaign. But this cause is personal. (Sat, 16 Feb 2008 03:12:07 GMT)
2 Balco Figures Can Keep Evidence
A judge overseeing the Bay Area Laboratory Co-Operative steroids case ruled against the government, saying the Balco founder and Barry Bonds?s personal trainer can keep the evidence. (Sat, 16 Feb 2008 04:04:41 GMT)
Falcons Release TE Crumpler
By PAUL NEWBERRY | Saturday, February 16, 2008 | No comments posted. FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. - The Atlanta Falcons released four-time Pro Bowl tight end Alge Crumpler and six other players Friday in the first step of a major rebuilding job in the post-Michael Vick era. (Sat, 16 Feb 2008 06:46:32 GMT)
Tobacco company appeals $20 million wrongful death case
A tobacco company's attorney told the Missouri Supreme Court on Wednesday that the firm shouldn't have to pay $20 million in damages to the husband of a Kansas City-area woman who smoked for decades. (Sat, 16 Feb 2008 15:24:07 GMT)
DAILY EXPRESS NEWS
Kuala Lumpur : Commissioner Datuk Mahadev Shankar denied receiving pecuniary advantage or any other benefit from lawyer Datuk V. K. Lingam who is implicated in the video clip brokering on judicial appointments with a senior judge. (Sat, 16 Feb 2008 17:22:40 GMT)
Pitt County Superior Court
The following cases were disposed of in Pitt County Superior Court during the week beginning Feb. 4. (Sun, 17 Feb 2008 02:49:03 GMT)
Jim Souhan: The third coming
Ralph Sampson III seems to be a slightly smaller version of his father, who dominated in college but lost his way in the pros. (Sun, 17 Feb 2008 04:38:58 GMT)
Film on filthy rich draws dirty digs, too
In the wake of the splash that Johnson & Johnson heir Jamie Johnson made with his eye-opening HBO documentary Born Rich, his newest will make some Palm Beachers shift in their posh home-theater chairs. (Sun, 17 Feb 2008 05:09:31 GMT)
HARDCOVER FICTION
1. "The Appeal," by John Grisham. Political and legal intrigue ensue when a Mississippi court decides against a chemical company accused of dumping toxic waste. 2. "Duma Key," by Stephen King. A contractor relocates to recover from an injury and begins to create paintings with mysterious power. 3. "Plum Lucky," by Janet Evanovich. A woman finds a bag of cash and goes gambling, pursued by the ... (Sun, 17 Feb 2008 05:44:41 GMT)
Five candidates up for St. Croix judgeship
Five candidates are on Tuesday's primary ballot in St. Croix County for the new Branch 4 judge. The Legislature granted seven counties, including Chippewa and St. Croix, an additional judge in its 2007-09 budget. (Sun, 17 Feb 2008 06:11:25 GMT)
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