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Dallas law firm pleads guilty in scheme to fake car crashes
By MARTHA DELLER A Dallas law firm pleaded guilty Tuesday to a federal conspiracy charge stemming from a scheme to stage vehicle accidents involving nearly 30 defendants, including two of the firm’s legal assistants, the U.S. attorney’s office reported Tuesday. Trey Allen, a legal corporation previously known as the law office of John H. Allen III, agreed to pay $840,000 in restitution and ... (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 05:02:28 GMT)
S.C. Lawyer Warns Homebuyers About Unfair Lending Practices
Columbia, S.C. attorney Bert Louthian reacts to lawsuit against LendingTree for allegedly failing to tell consumers about "hidden fees." (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 07:01:00 GMT)
Lawyer Campbell is shortlisted for UK award
A LAWYER at a Cardiff law firm has been shortlisted for a national award later this year. (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 07:52:50 GMT)
Hearing continued for Forty Fort man involved in crash
The preliminary hearing for Hai Truong Vu, 20, of Forty Fort was continued until Oct. 8 at 10 a.m. after his attorney, Joseph Sklarosky Sr., did not attend the Monday hearing at 10:30 a.m. at Central Court. (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 08:23:00 GMT)
Lawyer renovates post office
Alexandria's former post office at 401 Washington Street has been turned into a law office by attorney Mark Wegford. (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 09:20:55 GMT)
Florida sues Merck over Vioxx Medicaid costs
The state of Florida is suing Merck to recover more than $80 million in Medicaid costs related to the drugmaker's painkiller Vioxx, Bloomberg News reported.Daniel Hulshizer/APThe Whitehouse Station withdrew Vioxx from the market in 2004 after a medical study linked... (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 12:13:47 GMT)
Crab fisherman awarded $1.98 million
A Dixie County jury deliberated about 80 minutes Friday before delivering what may be the largest personal injury award ever handed down in the rural county, a $1.98 million verdict for a commercial fisherman. (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 12:42:59 GMT)
Assault conviction draws five-year sentence
A St. Michaels man was sentenced to nearly five years in a federal prison after pleading guilty to a February 2008 assault of a family member. (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 13:22:01 GMT)
Northern Virginian Alleges Stability Defects In Yamaha Rhino Caused Accident Resulting In Crush Injury to Foot
LOS ANGELES----Lieff Cabraser Heimann & Bernstein, LLP, announced that Julie Wright, age 27, from Culpeper, Virginia, late yesterday afternoon filed a personal injury lawsuit against Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 17:15:00 GMT)
Florida attorney general sues Merck to recover funds spent by state on painkiller Vioxx
TRENTON, N.J. - Florida has joined eight other states in suing drugmaker Merck & Co. over what the state alleges was deceptive marketing of its former prescription painkiller Vioxx. (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 17:26:52 GMT)
Florida sues Merck to recover money spent on Vioxx
In a lawsuit brought by Florida Attorney General Bill McCollum, the state is seeking restitution for all money spent by state health programs on Vioxx, plus interest. (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 17:35:01 GMT)
Florida sues Merck to recover money spent on Vioxx
Florida has joined eight other states in suing drugmaker Merck & Co. over what the state alleges was deceptive marketing of its former prescription painkiller Vioxx. In a lawsuit brought by Florida Attorney General Bill McCollum, the state is seeking... (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 17:37:38 GMT)
Florida sues Merck to recover money spent on Vioxx
Florida has joined eight other states in suing drugmaker Merck & Co. over what the state alleges was deceptive marketing of its former prescription painkiller Vioxx. In a lawsuit brought by Florida Attorney General Bill McCollum, the state is seeking restitution for all money spent by state health programs on Vioxx, plus interest. Florida's Medicaid program alone spent more than $80 ... (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 18:22:11 GMT)
Candidate profile: Craig Smith
Craig Smith has been an attorney in Shreveport for fifteen years, handling cases from criminal defense to personal injury. Smith says he will be the "people's lawyer". What he does for his clients, he'll do for Caddo Parish. "I believe I'm going to be the best choice, new energy (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 22:53:29 GMT)
DUI attorney explains her own DUI charge
A prominent drunk driving attorney got into a drunk driving injury crash only to have the vehicular assault charge dropped. That angered Mothers Against Drunk Driving, who thought the attorney was getting special treatment from the court. (Wed, 01 Oct 2008 23:45:19 GMT)
Interaction With Clients Drives Ward’s Desire to Practice
Ashley Ward is an attorney at Nahon, Saharovich & Trotz PLC, where she practices in civil litigation, personal injury and workers’ compensation. S.... (Thu, 02 Oct 2008 05:07:20 GMT)
Grieving family is your first concern
Q A relative was hurt in the Metrolink accident. How can I find a lawyer who will represent our interests? (Thu, 02 Oct 2008 07:19:55 GMT)
Pedri sworn in as deputy district attorney
WILKES-BARRE — David Pedri barely had a desk when he joined the Luzerne County District Attorney’s office four years ago as a prosecutor. (Thu, 02 Oct 2008 08:38:40 GMT)
Two firefighters burned battling apartment blaze
SAN DIEGO: Two firefighters suffered minor burns battling a fire that broke out yesterday in a downstairs unit of a two-story City Heights apartment complex. (Thu, 02 Oct 2008 10:29:34 GMT)
'Health Effects Of Cellular Phones On Hold' - New Free Article From Clifford Law
A new article, 'Health Effects of Cellular Phones On Hold,' is now available free from Clifford Law Offices. The Chicago law office is attempting to educate the public with legal articles on their website Chicago Personal Injury Attorney Here is an introduction, with a link to the full article below. (Thu, 02 Oct 2008 16:18:45 GMT)
Bowman 'Confused,' Said Daughters Died of Starvation, Injury
The Post continues its tireless, grim updates of the Renee Bowman case, with the latest crediting three reporters in the byline and four other individuals as having contributed. New details: a lawyer who represented Bowman in a personal injury case between 2003 and 2005 describes her as being "not the same person" she was then. Bowman is apparently confused about what's going on, even though ... (Thu, 02 Oct 2008 21:48:48 GMT)
Briefly... CITY/REGION
Insurance-fraud unit arrests 2 The District Attorney's Insurance Fraud Unit yesterday announced the arrests of two people who will face deception-related charges. Mayline Peduaze, 36, who was a paralegal at Rovner, Allen, Rovner, Zimmerman & Nash, misrepresented herself as an attorney (Fri, 03 Oct 2008 07:27:48 GMT)
Two in Phila. charged in insurance-fraud schemes
The Philadelphia District Attorney's Office yesterday arrested two people in connection with separate cases of alleged insurance fraud. (Fri, 03 Oct 2008 07:34:23 GMT)
Jakob Expelled from Masonic Lodge for Lying
Bill Jakob's lies got him kicked out of the Missouri National Guard, cost him jobs and ultimately will land him in a federal prison. (Fri, 03 Oct 2008 11:32:46 GMT)
Perecman Law Firm Comments on OSHA Violations and Faulty Equipment Used During Crane Operation That Killed Seven in ...
David Perecman, New York construction accident attorney, is speaking out on the cause of the New York crane collapse in March. According to the New York Times, Rapetti Rigging Services, Inc. could face fines of $220,000 due to violations. OSHA has accused the rigging company of "failing to follow the crane manufacturer's specifications when raising the crane and failing to use padding to ... (Fri, 03 Oct 2008 12:00:00 GMT)
Starvation, Injury Cited as Causes of Girls' Deaths
The Calvert County woman who is being investigated in the death of her two adopted daughters found frozen in her home told police that one child died of starvation and the other died after apparently falling backward, two law enforcement sources said today. (Fri, 03 Oct 2008 17:45:56 GMT)
Briefs
More hotels opening in Flagler (Sat, 04 Oct 2008 06:46:08 GMT)
Robert W. Munley To Receive Community Service Award
Pennsylvania Attorney Robert W. Munley will be honored Oct. 17 in Philadelphia by the Pennsylvania Association for Justice. (Sat, 04 Oct 2008 07:01:00 GMT)
Parents sue over brain injury
Claiming he was repeatedly bullied at school before a punch left him needing brain surgery, a London boy's parents have filed a $3.7-million negligence lawsuit. (Sat, 04 Oct 2008 07:25:28 GMT)
Second deputy DA named for Luzerne
WILKES-BARRE — David Pedri barely had a desk when he joined the Luzerne County District Attorney’s office as a prosecutor four years ago. (Sat, 04 Oct 2008 08:45:59 GMT)
Robert W. Munley To Receive Community Service Award
Pennsylvania Attorney Robert W. Munley will be honored Oct. 17 in Philadelphia by the Pennsylvania Association for Justice. (PRWeb Oct 4, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/20 (Sat, 04 Oct 2008 08:53:53 GMT)
Lawyers' bills face test of honesty
LAWYERS' practice of billing clients in six-minute units is under threat amid wholesale changes to reduce over-charging in the profession. (Sat, 04 Oct 2008 13:57:46 GMT)
Charles Scott elected Caddo district attorney
Retired judge Charles Scott was elected district attorney of Caddo Parish Saturday night, easily defeating attorney Craig Smith. Scott received 61 percent of the vote to 39 percent for Smith, according to complete but unofficial returns. Scott, who takes office in January, will succeed Paul Carmouche, who decided to retire (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 03:08:29 GMT)
Lawyers swoop in after the Metrolink crash, looking for clients
State bar officials cite possible professional sanctions, but the aggressive attorneys note that time is limited and the stakes are expected to be very high. The phone rang at a rare moment between Angie Akins' frantic drives from her home and her husband's bedside in an intensive-care unit, between shuttling to her job and driving her 14-year-old daughter to after-school sports and ballet. ... (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 05:02:45 GMT)
Orleans Parish Election Results
4th CIRCUIT COURT OF APPEAL 1st District, Division B Paul Bonin was elected without opposition. 1st District, Division C Dennis R. Bagneris Sr. was re-elected without opposition.... (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 05:54:02 GMT)
From on-air expletives to society-page fistfights
Some of the most memorable Talk of Our Town entries, edited for length: CH. 7 ANCHOR SAYS OBSCENITY WAS `MISUNDERSTANDING' Sept. 25, 1992 (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 07:05:30 GMT)
Second deputy DA named for Luzerne
WILKES-BARRE — David Pedri barely had a desk when he joined the Luzerne County District Attorney’s office as a prosecutor four years ago. (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 08:31:02 GMT)
Democratic challenger aims at Bianchi
WOODSTOCK - McHenry County State’s Attorney Lou Bianchi is facing a Democratic challenger who does legal research for local judges after surviving a brutal primary contest. (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 10:14:08 GMT)
Chat transcript: Financial planners answer personal finance questions
Members of the Financial Planning Association answered reader questions about their finances during a live chat Sunday, Oct. 5. Here is a transcript of the discussion. (Sun, 05 Oct 2008 20:44:25 GMT)
Hiring a kid for lawn work? Check your insurance
Q. When I was a kid, I made money by mowing lawns and shoveling snow. Now that I’m old enough to want to hire some kid to do the same for me, my wife says we can’t, that we have to hire professional services with their own insurance, or we could be sued if a kid got hurt. Has it really come to this? (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 05:10:45 GMT)
Five Minutes With — Christopher J. McKinney - 'Legal Blogs'
What do you get when you combine a laptop with a legal degree? A blawg. No joke. Law blogs are proliferating at an astonishing rate: The Criminal Justice Degrees Guide, which estimates there are “thousands to choose from and more appear each week” — recently listed the Top 100 Law and Lawyer Blogs. Who knew the blawgosphere was so ripe? Here in San Antonio, Christopher J. McKinney, a labor and ... (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 05:36:55 GMT)
Don't Let a DUI Spoil Tailgating Fun ... or Worse
(ARA) - Football season is back and with it returns the tradition of tailgating. Good food, good friends, a great game and beverages to get you in the spirit. Several hours and several beers later, it's time to head home. Your head's humming, but you think you're okay to drive. (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 10:16:14 GMT)
Democratic challenger aims at Bianchi
WOODSTOCK - McHenry County State’s Attorney Lou Bianchi is facing a Democratic challenger who does legal research for local judges after surviving a brutal primary contest. (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 11:00:15 GMT)
People: Who's moving up, changing jobs
BANKING & FINANCE Katrina Donaldson has joined South Carolina Bank and Trust as vice president and accounting manager. Hunter Evans has joined First National Bank of the South as a teller in the Garners Ferry office. Laura Rizzetta has been named administrative loan specialist at First National Bank of the South’s downtown office Natasha Villali has been named teller/client service ... (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 13:58:09 GMT)
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Eds: CORRECTS that Sebelius is among possible jurors for a personal injury lawsuit sted one of three criminal cases. Will be led. AP Photos KSOW101-102. (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 19:22:05 GMT)
DA released from jury duty
Here’s one plan to get out of jury duty: Go to law school, pass the bar, get elected district attorney. (Mon, 06 Oct 2008 23:05:31 GMT)
Kan. gov. reports for jury duty, but gets excused
Being the governor of Kansas didn't excuse Kathleen Sebelius from jury duty, but knowing a lot of attorneys did. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 02:27:41 GMT)
High court likely to side with cigarette-makers
Health advocates, consumer groups and manufacturers are closely watching the Supreme Court's opening case, involving smokers' suits in state court against cigarette-makers. The question at the core is when manufacturers should be shielded from state consumer-protection laws if their product is federally regulated. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 03:58:24 GMT)
Woman to return to prison in human smuggling case
A woman who spent nearly three years in prison for her role in the nation's deadliest human smuggling attempt will return to prison for up to an additional four years, a judge ruled. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 04:20:07 GMT)
Sebelius reports for jury duty, isn't chosen
Gov. Kathleen Sebelius reported Monday for jury duty in Shawnee County District Court in Topeka. Despite her professed wish to serve, Sebelius was excused. She spent about two hours in one courtroom and filled out a juror questionnaire. She was told to return in the afternoon to find out if she would be picked for the jury to hear a personal injury lawsuit stemming from a car accident. She ... (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 06:17:34 GMT)
High court seems likely to favor cigarette-makers
WASHINGTON — On the first day of the Supreme Court's new term, the justices appeared receptive Monday to a tobacco lawyer's arguments that federal law blocks state lawsuits claiming fraud in the marketing of "light" and "low-tar" cigarettes. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 07:15:47 GMT)
10-7-08 EUR ALL ON ONE PAGE
JURORS DISCUSS O.J.'S GUILTY VERDICT: Panelists say decision influenced heavily by secret audio tapes. *Seven jurors from the O.J. Simpson trial say their guilty verdict was influenced more by secret audio tapes and surveillance video than eyewitness accounts, reports the Associated Press. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 07:52:40 GMT)
Democratic challenger aims at Bianchi
WOODSTOCK - McHenry County State’s Attorney Lou Bianchi is facing a Democratic challenger who does legal research for local judges after surviving a brutal primary contest. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 07:59:26 GMT)
Professor receives national engineering award in fluid dynamics
Ching-Jen "Marty" Chen, a professor of mechanical engineering and dean of the Florida A&M University-Florida State University College of Engineering, received a major award in August from the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 08:45:19 GMT)
Governor tries to do her duty but knows too many lawyers
TOPEKA, Kan. — Being the governor of Kansas didn't excuse Kathleen Sebelius from jury duty, but knowing a lot of attorneys did. Sebelius spent several hours Monday in the Shawnee County courthouse in Topeka after reporting for jury duty. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 08:53:27 GMT)
BOE employees’ pay hike in limbo
Employees of the Marion County Board of Education may yet get an additional $800 paycheck, but it may be a little more difficult now. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 09:16:43 GMT)
Punch lands Fort Wayne man in jail
A Fort Wayne man was sentenced to 1 1/2 years with six months added for aggravating circumstances and one year suspended on probation for criminal recklessness, a class D felony. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 13:21:04 GMT)
Man accuses Lowell 'The Hammer' Stanley of assaulting him
NORFOLK A personal injury lawyer known for his bombastic TV commercials is facing two misdemeanor charges after a doctor accused him of being verbally abusive and assaulting him. Attorney Lowell “The Hammer” Stanley says the charges are “untrue and baseless.” (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 17:20:45 GMT)
Whales, Navy clash at high court
The justices will consider whether the Navy must heed restrictions on use of sonar off California. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 20:59:47 GMT)
No Reaction From State On Possible Lawsuit Over Lake Delton
The state's attorney general's office and the Department of Natural Resources so far have no comment about a possible lawsuit over the June 9 Lake Delton breach. (Tue, 07 Oct 2008 23:55:12 GMT)
Missouri attorney general campaign attracts big donors
JEFFERSON CITY | Well, attorneys do have a reputation for making a lot of money. But $1.1 million from a Virginia campaign committee? $200,000 from a national attorneys general group? $140,000 from an opponent’s ex-wife? (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 03:59:09 GMT)
Hospital loses lawsuit evidence
The pathology department at Cape Cod Hospital lost what an attorney describes as a key piece of evidence in a medical malpractice case about a sinus operation that allegedly went bad. (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 06:03:31 GMT)
Houston Bankruptcy and Family Law Practice Announces Affiliation with Houston Civil Litigation, Business Law and ...
Houston bankruptcy attorney Michael Busby of Busby & Associates joins forces with Carlos Peniche & Michael Rojas of Peniche and Rojas to offer Texans comprehensive legal services - from divorce, personal injury and civil litigation to contract disputes, employment law and immigration services. (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 07:01:00 GMT)
Houston Bankruptcy and Family Law Practice Announces Affiliation with Houston Civil Litigation, Business Law and ...
Houston bankruptcy attorney Michael Busby of Busby & Associates joins forces with Carlos Peniche & Michael Rojas of Peniche and Rojas to offer Texans comprehensive legal services - from divorce, personal injury and civil litigation to contract disputes, employment law and immigration services. (PRWeb Oct 8, 2008) Read the full story at ... (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 07:27:04 GMT)
Democratic challenger aims at Bianchi
WOODSTOCK - McHenry County State’s Attorney Lou Bianchi is facing a Democratic challenger who does legal research for local judges after surviving a brutal primary contest. (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 09:41:06 GMT)
Don't Let a DUI Spoil Tailgating Fun ... or Worse
(ARA) - Football season is back and with it returns the tradition of tailgating. Good food, good friends, a great game and beverages to get you in the spirit. Several hours and several beers later, it's time to head home. Your head's humming, but you think you're okay to drive. (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 10:23:05 GMT)
Millionaire lawyer will be sent to prison today
Tom Lakin (center). (John White/P-D) Tom Lakin, a millionaire lawyer who was prominent in Metro East politics, is scheduled to be sentenced this morning to six years in prison. (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 11:37:46 GMT)
CENTERTON CITY ATTORNEY
Candidate’s name: Shelley Ball Education background: Licensed to practice law for more than 12 years; worked as an associate at the Slinkard Law Firm and represented Centerton. For more than six years, he worked in the field of economic development in real estate with Wal-Mart, working with lawyers and government officials on public meetings and other matters. (Benton County Daily Record) (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 12:27:53 GMT)
How To Hire A Lawyer
We all need good counsel--especially in tough times. (Wed, 08 Oct 2008 21:37:49 GMT)
Greg Bird faces new assault charge
Sharks star faces lesser charge over lover's injury. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 02:25:39 GMT)
NBA Notebook
CELTICS -- Coach Doc Rivers was not with the team for its exhibition opener against the Philadelphia 76ers Wednesday night so he could return to his home in Orlando, Fla. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 03:10:13 GMT)
NBA Notebook: Webster fractures foot in victory over Kings
PORTLAND -- Trail Blazers forward Martell Webster fractured a bone in his left foot Tuesday night in a preseason victory over the Sacramento Kings. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 03:31:57 GMT)
Colts' Marvin Harrison faces suit in Philly shooting
Indianapolis Colts receiver Marvin Harrison is being sued by the alleged victim of an April shooting in Harrison's hometown of Philadelphia. Harrison has not been charged or called a suspect in the April 29 incident, which happened after he and the alleged victim, Dwight Dixon, reportedly fought near an auto-repair shop Harrison owns. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 05:11:36 GMT)
Civil suit filed against Colts' Harrison
Indianapolis Colts receiver Marvin Harrison is being sued by the alleged victim of an April shooting in Harrison's hometown of Philadelphia. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 06:19:02 GMT)
Democratic challenger aims at Bianchi
WOODSTOCK - McHenry County State’s Attorney Lou Bianchi is facing a Democratic challenger who does legal research for local judges after surviving a brutal primary contest. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 08:20:31 GMT)
Don't Let a DUI Spoil Tailgating Fun ... or Worse
(ARA) - Football season is back and with it returns the tradition of tailgating. Good food, good friends, a great game and beverages to get you in the spirit. Several hours and several beers later, it's time to head home. Your head's humming, but you think you're okay to drive. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 10:23:47 GMT)
News & Star
A CARLISLE lawyer whose firm was closed down in August is to appear before a professional disciplinary tribunal accused of dishonesty. Pauline Butler’s Lowther Street firm was closed down on August 19 and all the work on her books was transferred to a Durham-based firm as an investigation began. (Thu, 09 Oct 2008 10:52:41 GMT)
Palin team pushed hard for trooper's ouster
The 2007 state fair was days away when Alaska's public safety commissioner, Walt Monegan, took another call about one of his troopers, Michael Wooten. This time, the director of Gov. Sarah Palin's Anchorage office was on the line. As Monegan recalls it, the... (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 03:43:00 GMT)
South Carolina Lawyer Kenneth Suggs Receives Pursuit of Justice Award
ABA honor recognizes lawyers and judges who have shown outstanding merit and excelled at ensuring access to justice. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 07:01:00 GMT)
Attorney's Fraud Conviction Upset Over State's Lack of Evidence
A New York state appellate panel has thrown out the convictions of a personal injury attorney and his firm, finding that the state presented insufficient evidence the defendants used "steerers" to sign up accident victims or that they coached clients to fabricate injuries. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 07:01:59 GMT)
Cindy Lange-Kubick: Queen and King throw a birthday bash
She’s a former saloon keeper. He’s a current ambulance chaser. She turns 72 in two weeks. He turned 72 two months back. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 07:30:35 GMT)
Far more was paid to friends of DiMasi
Three of House Speaker Salvatore F. DiMasi's closest friends and business associates received more than $1.8 million in previously undisclosed payments from a computer software company and its sales agent, according to the state inspector general, in a secretive lobbying effort that coincided with the award of multimillion-dollar contracts from the state. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 07:52:16 GMT)
South Carolina Lawyer Kenneth Suggs Receives Pursuit of Justice Award
ABA honor recognizes lawyers and judges who have shown outstanding merit and excelled at ensuring access to justice. (PRWeb Oct 10, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/20 (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 08:26:10 GMT)
State's attorney candidates clash over police communication
Incumbent State’s Attorney Lou Bianchi said he’s made strides to improve relations with law enforcement since area police unions and Sheriff Keith Nygren supported his opponent in the primary. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 09:35:01 GMT)
Palins Repeatedly Pressed Case Against Trooper
Alaskas former public safety commissioner was contacted three dozen times by Gov. Sarah Palin, her husband and seven administration officials about the status of one of his troopers, interviews and documents show. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 12:13:08 GMT)
DuBois man pleads guilty in Clearfield County Court
CLEARFIELD - An 82-year-old DuBois man accused of striking two teens with his vehicle and then leaving the scene pleaded guilty Thursday in Clearfield County Court. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 13:08:54 GMT)
Pike charges dropped
All 10 former members of the Eta chapter of the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity who were charged in last spring's hazing incident were cleared of criminal charges. The Orleans Parish District Attorney's office announced this week that all of the aggravated second-degree battery charges would be dropped. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 19:11:30 GMT)
Lawyer Walks Into $3.7 M. Townhouse, Wants $15 M.
Can money still be quadrupled in the Manhattan real estate market? Someone seems to think so. Elliman put a townhouse at 333 East 65th Street on the market yesterday for $15 million, even though records show that the place sold only 13 months ago for $3,736,765. The ambitious owner is a Washington personal injury lawyer named Simon Forgette. (Personal injury lawyers adore Manhattan real ... (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 19:18:49 GMT)
Falcons WR White questionable
The Atlanta Falcons listed Roddy White as questionable for Sunday's game against Chicago after the receiver missed a second straight practice Friday. (Fri, 10 Oct 2008 20:47:34 GMT)
Biden Benefits From Trial-Lawyer Donations, Backs Them in Votes
Oct. 11 (Bloomberg) -- Joe Biden has been an ally of trial lawyers throughout his tenure in the U.S. Senate, opposing every effort to curb lawsuits against businesses and doctors. The lawyers are returning the favor. (Sat, 11 Oct 2008 04:39:53 GMT)
Neshek's comeback on track
Twins reliever Pat Neshek is two weeks away from throwing off a mound. (Sat, 11 Oct 2008 05:12:07 GMT)
Shurtleff foe questions contract for law firm
To many, they're known as the phone book guys because of their ads plastered on the back covers of the white and yellow pages. But now the personal injury firm of Siegfried & Jensen has its hands in some of the most high-profile lawsuits to come Utah's way, potentially worth (Sat, 11 Oct 2008 07:56:53 GMT)
CENTRAL NY BUSINESS NEWS
• Medicare payments are late Delays in Medicare payments are creating serious financial problems for some doctors' practices throughout New York state. (Sat, 11 Oct 2008 09:19:48 GMT)
Mount Pleasant lawyer creates a buzz
MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich. -- Months ago, Mount Pleasant attorney Toni Sessoms began compiling a "honey do" list that figures to grow markedly in the years ahead. (Sat, 11 Oct 2008 13:04:17 GMT)
Sudden progress in the prolonged Lisa Cropp case
Considering it took three years and five months to get her into the witness box, Lisa Cropp's belligerence under questioning from lawyer Simon Moore was hardly surprising. (Sat, 11 Oct 2008 18:34:07 GMT)
Charges against commissioner dropped
Fifth Judicial Prosecuting Attorney David Gibbons agreed in August to drop all charges against airport commissioner Phillip B. Cowger stemming from an October 2007 airplane crash near Clarksville. (Sat, 11 Oct 2008 19:04:40 GMT)
Biden Benefits From Trial-Lawyer Donations, Backs Them in Votes
Oct. 11 (Bloomberg) -- Joe Biden has been an ally of trial lawyers throughout his tenure in the U.S. Senate, opposing every effort to curb lawsuits against businesses and doctors. The lawyers are returning the favor. (Sat, 11 Oct 2008 19:37:01 GMT)
Toxicology expert links tumor cases to former plant
CAMERON, Mo. — Despite a state report that says otherwise, a Kansas City personal injury law firm told residents Saturday that their five-month investigation shows a larger than expected number of cancer cases among the town’s 6,500 residents. (Sun, 12 Oct 2008 05:08:37 GMT)
Business People
Professional engineer Mike Pink will replace Terry Bilderback, who is retiring from Park, Smith & Cooper Inc. (Sun, 12 Oct 2008 06:23:34 GMT)
What's in a name? In this case, quite a bit
On Oct. 1, the North Colorado Therapy Center changed its name to the Hope Therapy Center. (Sun, 12 Oct 2008 07:07:01 GMT)
District Court Oct. 9, 2008 1
District Court Abbreviation Key CAAF—Court-appointed attorney fee DC—Dismissed by the court NG—Not guilty PJC/C—Prayer for judgment continued/court co ... (Sun, 12 Oct 2008 07:54:50 GMT)
Eviction looming, man sues over deal
Michael Moreno had a decision to make — fast. There were only hours to go before his home was to be sold at a sheriff's auction.The 47-year-old Little Egg Harbor resident could lose the house — (Sun, 12 Oct 2008 08:28:25 GMT)
Asbury, Czuprynski battle for Bay County Prosecutor post
Incumbent Prosecutor Kurt C. Asbury and defense attorney Edward M. Czuprynski have done battle in the court room, and now they're battling in the court of public opinion for the job of Bay County Prosecutor. FOR MORE: Read the full text of Edward M. Czuprynski's "Blueprint for Reform." They've done battle in the court room, and now they're battling in the court of public opinion for ... (Sun, 12 Oct 2008 11:54:43 GMT)
Sudden progress in the prolonged Lisa Cropp case
Considering it took three years and five months to get her into the witness box, Lisa Cropp's belligerence under questioning from lawyer Simon Moore was hardly surprising. (Sun, 12 Oct 2008 23:49:39 GMT)
Off the docket: Litigation often happens outside the courtroom
They may lack the glamour and suspense of traditional courtroom dramas, but more legal cases in Birmingham are being resolved behind closed doors. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 04:44:52 GMT)
Don't Let a DUI Spoil Tailgating Fun ... or Worse
(ARA) - Football season is back and with it returns the tradition of tailgating. Good food, good friends, a great game and beverages to get you in the spirit. Several hours and several beers later, it's time to head home. Your head's humming, but you think you're okay to drive. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 09:36:36 GMT)
Lawyers say Cameron cancer rate high
Despite a state report to the contrary, a Kansas City law firm said its five-month investigation shows a larger than expected number of cancer cases in Cameron. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 10:34:40 GMT)
$825: The cost to each person of lawsuit abuse
Lawsuit abuse costs a family of four $3,300 per year, according to Travis Akin of Illinois Lawsuit Abuse Watch. (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:05:42 GMT)
Investigation links brain tumors to insulation plant
CAMERON — Despite a state report to the contrary, a Kansas City law firm said its five-month investigation shows a larger than expected number of cancer cases in Cameron. The personal injury law firm, Peterson and Associates, met with about 50 people on Saturday, many of them diagnosed with brain tumors. A state epidemiologist on Thursday said investigators found no statistical difference ... (Mon, 13 Oct 2008 18:30:32 GMT)
Lawyers Ponder Liability Over Client Trust Accounts at Failed Banks
Following the failure of IndyMac and the potential of other bank collapses, lawyers have been flooding bar associations with questions about whether they would be responsible for client trust accounts if a bank fails. According to research and interviews with several bar associations, lawyers should not worry about sanctions or disciplinary actions if a bank failure leads to the loss of client ... (Tue, 14 Oct 2008 01:17:34 GMT)
In N.L.C.S., Paths Cross Again
For the Phillies? Chase Utley and the Dodgers? James McDonald, the bridge across this social, economic, professional and cultural divide is the high school they attended, Long Beach Polytechnic. (Tue, 14 Oct 2008 06:01:38 GMT)
Leroy Jones, an officer during racial riots, got law degree from MU
Leroy Jones never forgot July 31, 1967. (Tue, 14 Oct 2008 06:11:11 GMT)
Gary Coleman denies attacking camera-wielding fan
There's no Willis, but famed actor Gary Coleman still doesn't know what a man suing him for assault is talking about. (Tue, 14 Oct 2008 06:56:39 GMT)
Kansas City Law Firm's Settlement 'Spotlighted' in National Publication
Robb & Robb, LLC is featured in the October Reporter of the American Association for Justice (AAJ). (Tue, 14 Oct 2008 07:01:00 GMT)
Lawyers Ponder Liability Over Client Trust Accounts at Failed Banks
Following the failure of IndyMac and the potential of other bank collapses, lawyers have been flooding bar associations with questions about whether they would be responsible for client trust accounts if a bank fails. (Tue, 14 Oct 2008 07:03:03 GMT)
Officials not injured in deer crash
Associated Press Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem says he and Insurance Commissioner Adam Hamm escaped injury when Stenehjem's sport utility vehicle struck a deer while the two were on their way to a political meeting. (Tue, 14 Oct 2008 09:15:12 GMT)
LOCAL NEWS BRIEFS
Adrian: Debris dispute continues… Adrian: Charged in crash… Adrian: Candidate forum (Tue, 14 Oct 2008 12:41:37 GMT)
Weitz & Luxenberg is Pleased to Welcome Attorney Alani Golanski to the Firm's Asbestos Litigation Unit
NEW YORK----Weitz & Luxenberg P.C. , recognized in the legal community for achieving record-breaking awards for those with asbestos disease, is pleased to announce the arrival of attorney Alani Golanski to its Asbestos Litigation Unit. (Tue, 14 Oct 2008 13:45:00 GMT)
Woman, 60, charged with murdering mother in Godfrey
A 60-year-old Madison County woman strangled and beat her 86-year-old mother to death and hid the body under a wood pile, police said Tuesday. (Tue, 14 Oct 2008 18:11:08 GMT)
Officials not injured in deer crash
Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem says he and Insurance Commissioner Adam Hamm escaped injury when Stenehjem's sport utility vehicle struck a deer while the two were on their way to a political meeting. (Wed, 15 Oct 2008 00:30:02 GMT)
Officials not injured in deer crash
Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem says he and Insurance Commissioner Adam Hamm escaped injury when Stenehjem's sport utility vehicle struck a deer while the two were on their way to a political meeting. (Wed, 15 Oct 2008 05:30:02 GMT)
Canyoning case could hurt industry
The decision to charge the Outdoor Pursuit Centre over the deaths of seven people on a canyoning trip is being seen as a test case by the adventure industry. (Wed, 15 Oct 2008 06:04:09 GMT)
Greece cop back in court, in alleged DWI with pregnant woman
The Greece police sergeant accused of striking a pregnant woman's vehicle while driving under the influence of alcohol and cocaine and causing the woman to deliver her baby prematurely, was back in court Tuesday. (Wed, 15 Oct 2008 07:35:42 GMT)
IN THIS CORNER
The facts and figures are staggering: Nearly 54 million Americans cope with special needs and the rising associated expenses, according to the National Organization on Disability (2007). (Wed, 15 Oct 2008 08:36:51 GMT)
CENTRAL NY BUSINESS NEWS
• Demand for nurses fuels SUNY Upstate enrollment SUNY Upstate Medical University says the faltering economy has helped fuel its biggest student enrollment increase in more than a decade, with most of the growth coming in its College of Nursing. (Wed, 15 Oct 2008 09:20:50 GMT)
Don't Let a DUI Spoil Tailgating Fun ... or Worse
(ARA) - Football season is back and with it returns the tradition of tailgating. Good food, good friends, a great game and beverages to get you in the spirit. Several hours and several beers later, it's time to head home. Your head's humming, but you think you're okay to drive. (Wed, 15 Oct 2008 10:26:48 GMT)
North Providence man arraigned in hit-and-run accident
PROVIDENCE — Tatiana McKinney, 12, of 841 Atwells Ave., is fighting for her life in Rhode Island Hospital after she was struck by a car, vaulted into the air and suffered serious head injuries when she landed on a city street, the police said yesterday. (Wed, 15 Oct 2008 11:10:23 GMT)
$825: The cost to each person of lawsuit abuse
Lawsuit abuse costs a family of four $3,300 per year, according to Travis Akin of Illinois Lawsuit Abuse Watch. (Wed, 15 Oct 2008 11:28:01 GMT)
North Providence man arraigned in hit-and-run accident
Tatiana McKinney, 12, remains unconscious after being struck while crossing Atwells Avenue in Providence Sunday night. (Wed, 15 Oct 2008 11:43:17 GMT)
Liberty County has over 13,000 registered for FEMA
As of October 9, 1008, Liberty County has 13,295 people registered for FEMA assistance. (Wed, 15 Oct 2008 13:06:24 GMT)
Statement from AG on $1m cut from $42.2m budget
Massachusetts Attorney General Martha Coakley announced today that the Attorney General’s Office is committed to making $500,000 to $1,000,000 in budget cuts for the remainder of the Fiscal Year 2009 budget.... (Wed, 15 Oct 2008 17:28:46 GMT)
Mullen | Time for Time Out: Ethically challenged Utah politicians can't seem to choose the right.
For the better part of his two terms in office, Utah Attorney General Mark Shurtleff has been a passionate defender of the press. To poach a line from Jake Blues of The Blues Brothers, the guy has been on a mission from God. Most notably, Shurtleff, along with Salt Lake City media lawyers Jeff Hunt and Michael O'Brien and the Utah chapter of the Society for Professional Journalists, helped... (Wed, 15 Oct 2008 17:37:39 GMT)
Canyoning case could hurt industry
The decision to charge the Outdoor Pursuit Centre over the deaths of seven people on a canyoning trip is being seen as a test case by the adventure industry. (Wed, 15 Oct 2008 19:04:25 GMT)
Attorney announces bid to succeed Judge Leggat-Hagan
From Nov. 18, 2007 (Wed, 15 Oct 2008 22:47:54 GMT)
Blunt appoints Atchison County judge to Mo. Supreme Court
JEFFERSON CITY —Atchison County Associate Circuit Judge Zel Fischer was appointed to the Missouri Supreme Court on Wednesday, capping an ascension from a rural attorney to a trial judge to the state's highest court in less than two years. Gov. Matt Blunt picked Fischer from a slate of three finalists submitted to him by a special judicial nominating panel. The Republican governor said ... (Wed, 15 Oct 2008 23:16:32 GMT)
179 claims filed for bridge collapse victim fund
A panel now must review the applications and decide how best to allocate the $36.64 million. (Thu, 16 Oct 2008 04:13:54 GMT)
Father, son skydive from above Mount Everest
A North Hills pipefitter jumped out of an airplane with his dad at the top of the world last week, skydiving above Mount Everest while the sun rose as part of the highest-altitude dive in (Thu, 16 Oct 2008 04:40:09 GMT)
Neophyte taking on longtime representative in Hurst-Euless-Bedford
By CHRIS VAUGHN BEDFORD — Todd Smith, a state legislator the last dozen years, does not usually draw a Democratic opponent for his seat in the heavily Republican neighborhoods of Hurst-Euless-Bedford. But 2008 has proved not to be any old year in Democratic politics. A first-time political campaigner, Kalandra Wheeler, is seeking to unseat Smith, a veteran of state and city leadership roles for ... (Thu, 16 Oct 2008 05:06:46 GMT)
Legally Speaking with Bob Mionske - Choice of law
One of the important skills lawyers-in-training (a.k.a. “law students”) learn in law school is the ability to argue either side of a case. That can be tough for the average non-lawyer to wrap their mind around, but it’s an essential skill, because a lawyer has to be able to identify the legal issues at stake in any case, and to understand the arguments both for and against a particular legal ... (Thu, 16 Oct 2008 06:50:43 GMT)
Morgan Gaynor Earns Florida Bar Certification in Civil Trial
Morgan Gaynor specializes in maritime law and complex insurance litigation. The Tampa Bay area lawyer is also a member of The Florida Justice Association, the Trail Lawyer's Section of the Florida Bar, the Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute, and the Million Dollar Advocates Forum. (Thu, 16 Oct 2008 07:01:00 GMT)
Controversial Case to Reinstate Workers' Rights to be Reheard by Texas Supreme Court
Houston Firm Represents Texas Injured Workers' Rights (Thu, 16 Oct 2008 07:01:00 GMT)
AROUND NORTH IOWA
NORTH IOWA: Police departments in several towns warned citizens not to fall victim to crooks... HUMBOLDT: Over 300 persons signed a petition calling for a special election to dissolve the Water Board of Trustees... (Thu, 16 Oct 2008 07:20:31 GMT)
Man sues strip club after injury
An angry wife or girlfriend might not be the only thing to worry about when visiting a strip club. (Thu, 16 Oct 2008 10:47:18 GMT)
Got a cool dog? Apply for TODAY's Best in Show!
Throughout the month of November, we are asking dog owners to send in videos of their dogs performing their most skillful and adorable tricks. (Thu, 16 Oct 2008 12:29:34 GMT)
Rivals Split, With Joe in the Middle
In trying to cast doubt on Barack Obama, John McCain threw the kitchen sink at him along with the plumber. (Thu, 16 Oct 2008 13:35:48 GMT)
Attorney announces bid to succeed Judge Leggat-Hagan
From Nov. 18, 2007 (Thu, 16 Oct 2008 15:07:34 GMT)
Motorist who miscarried will receive $750,000 in KC police case
A Sudanese woman whose baby miscarried after a February 2006 incident with Kansas City police settled her injury and wrongful death claims against the department today for $750,000. (Thu, 16 Oct 2008 17:05:33 GMT)
Woman who miscarried settles KC police lawsuit
KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- A woman who had a miscarriage after two Kansas City officers failed to get her medical treatment has reached a $750,000 settlement in her lawsuit against police. Sofia Salva filed a wrongful-death and personal-injury lawsuit last year. (Thu, 16 Oct 2008 20:35:20 GMT)
Woman who miscarried settles KC police lawsuit
(The Associated Press) A woman who miscarried after two Kansas City officers failed to get medical treatment for her has reached a settlement with police. The police department and Sofia Salva's attorney confirmed the settlement Thursday. Attorney Andrew Protzman says the deal is worth $750,000. The federal lawsuit alleged wrongful death and personal injury. Salva says the officers caused the ... (Thu, 16 Oct 2008 20:58:58 GMT)
Woman who miscarried settles KC police lawsuit
A woman who miscarried after two Kansas City officers failed to get medical treatment for her has reached a settlement with police. (Thu, 16 Oct 2008 22:08:11 GMT)
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