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Lawyer to AP: Burress expects plea Monday
LANDOVER, Md. - Plaxico Burress' lawyer said Sunday he was advised that the New York Giants' star receiver will be charged with criminal possession of a weapon after accidentally shooting himself in the right thigh. (Mon, 01 Dec 2008 02:00:15 GMT)
Giants' Burress to face gun charge
Plaxico Burress plans to turn himself in to police this morning in New York and plead not guilty to criminal possession of a weapon, his lawyer said. (Mon, 01 Dec 2008 06:13:42 GMT)
PLAXICO BURRESS TO FACE GUN CHARGE: New York Giants star supposed to turn himself in today and plead not guilty to the ...
*An attorney for Plaxico Burress says the New York Giants wide receiver will turn himself in Monday morning and plead not guilty to a charge of criminal possession of a weapon, reports the Associated Press. (Mon, 01 Dec 2008 08:10:43 GMT)
Giants' Burress to turn himself in
Nearly three days after accidentally shooting himself in the thigh at a Manhattan nightclub, Giants receiver Plaxico Burress will surrender to the New York City police Monday and will plead not guilty to charges of criminal possession of a handgun, according... (Mon, 01 Dec 2008 08:31:56 GMT)
Brooks F. Crabtree; estate-planning lawyer found fulfillment helping families
Think of the stories Brooks F. Crabtree could have told if he hadn't said “no” to Bing Crosby. Years before starting his career as a probate and estate - planning attorney, Mr. Crabtree was an accomplished golfer, and he found himself in matches against Crosby at the Rancho Santa Fe Country Club. (Mon, 01 Dec 2008 11:04:14 GMT)
Giants’ Burress Surrenders at New York Police Station (Update1)
Dec. 1 (Bloomberg) -- New York Giants wide receiver Plaxico Burress surrendered to police this morning to face a criminal charge of handgun possession that might send him to jail. (Mon, 01 Dec 2008 14:53:04 GMT)
Former city attorney King, 76, dies
Jerry King, who spent almost three decades as the city of Vancouver's top attorney and remained active in community affairs during his retirement, died last Wednesday. He was 76. (Mon, 01 Dec 2008 21:40:00 GMT)
Las Vegas attorney sentenced to 15 months for tax evasion
Mon, Dec 1, 2008 (3:18 p.m.) A Las Vegas lawyer who earlier plead guilty to tax evasion was sentenced today to 15 months in federal prison. (Mon, 01 Dec 2008 23:45:49 GMT)
Lawyer gets 15 months in federal tax evasion case
A Las Vegas lawyer has been sentenced to 15 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to failing to file federal income taxes over a five-year period. Read comments (Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:21:23 GMT)
Lawyer gets 15 months in federal tax evasion case
LAS VEGAS (AP) - A Las Vegas lawyer has been sentenced to 15 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to failing to file federal income taxes over a 5-year period. (Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:24:27 GMT)
Lawyer gets 15 months in federal tax evasion case
Associated Press - December 1, 2008 7:14 PM ET LAS VEGAS (AP) - A Las Vegas lawyer has been sentenced to 15 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to failing to file federal income... (Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:24:54 GMT)
Lawyer gets 15 months in federal tax evasion case
LAS VEGAS (AP) - A Las Vegas lawyer has been sentenced to 15 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to failing to file federal income taxes over a 5-year period. (Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:30:18 GMT)
Lawyer gets 15 months in federal tax evasion case
Mon, Dec 1, 2008 (4:33 p.m.) A Las Vegas lawyer has been sentenced to 15 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to failing to file federal income taxes over a five-year period. (Tue, 02 Dec 2008 00:43:23 GMT)
Lawyer Gets 15 Months in Tax Evasion Case
A Las Vegas lawyer has been sentenced to 15 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to failing to file federal income taxes over a five-year period. (Tue, 02 Dec 2008 01:16:47 GMT)
Brafman Hiring Puts Burress in Company of Diddy, Sammy the Bull
Dec. 2 (Bloomberg) -- Plaxico Burress has joined the high- profile client roster of attorney Benjamin Brafman , who will defend the Giants wide receiver on handgun charges that may bring him 3 1/2 years or more in jail if found guilty. (Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:37:21 GMT)
Conflict of interest?
Four Illinois Supreme Court justices have been asked to withdraw from hearing an appeal of a legal-malpractice case against Corboy & Demetrio, one of the nation's top personal-injury firms, because the justices have gotten political contributions from the Chicago firm's attorneys. (Tue, 02 Dec 2008 10:05:35 GMT)
Lawyer sentenced in tax case
A Las Vegas lawyer was sentenced to 15 months in prison after pleading guilty to tax evasion, according to the U.S. attorney's office. (Tue, 02 Dec 2008 10:29:35 GMT)
Five Local Attorneys Named In Super Lawyer Magazine
The law firm of Leitner, Williams, Dooley and Napolitan, PLLC announced that Attorneys Paul R. Leitner and William E. Godbold, III have been selected as Mid-South Super Lawyers according to Super Lawyers magazine. (Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:21:22 GMT)
Brafman Hiring Puts Burress in Company of Diddy (Update1)
Dec. 2 (Bloomberg) -- Plaxico Burress has joined the high- profile client roster of attorney Benjamin Brafman , who will defend the New York Giants wide receiver on handgun charges that may bring him 3 1/2 years or more in jail if found guilty. (Tue, 02 Dec 2008 13:51:55 GMT)
Brafman Hiring Puts Burress in Company of Diddy (Update2)
Dec. 2 (Bloomberg) -- Plaxico Burress has joined the high- profile client roster of attorney Benjamin Brafman , who will defend the New York Giants wide receiver on handgun charges that may bring him 3 1/2 years or more in jail if found guilty. (Tue, 02 Dec 2008 18:22:02 GMT)
County attorney says plea deals don’t let criminals off that easy
In Tooele County’s 3rd District Court, few criminal cases are determined by trial. In fact, approximately 95 percent of cases are resolved by guilty pleas, according to Tooele County Attorney Doug Hogan. (Wed, 03 Dec 2008 00:55:44 GMT)
County attorney says plea deals don’t let criminals off that easy
In Tooele County’s 3rd District Court, few criminal cases are determined by trial. In fact, approximately 95 percent of cases are resolved by guilty pleas, according to Tooele County Attorney Doug Hogan. (Wed, 03 Dec 2008 00:57:51 GMT)
Local lawyer pleads guilty
Local attorney Scott Hawkins pleaded guilty Tuesday to a felony count of second-degree battery and has been placed on three years' active supervised probation. (Wed, 03 Dec 2008 09:56:33 GMT)
New Jersey Appeals Court Orders Records Unsealed in Case Against Giants Beer Vendor, Drunk Driver
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The filings in a well-publicized personal injury case involving a paralyzed girl and a drunk driver must be made available to the public, a New Jersey appeals court ruled today in response to an argument by Public Citizen. (Wed, 03 Dec 2008 20:39:44 GMT)
Bad economy lowers interest rate on court judgments
A feeble economy will cut a break for those ordered to pay on court judgments in 2009. The statutory interest rate on judgments awarded next year will be 5 percent, down from 8 percent in 2008. The lower interest rate... (Thu, 04 Dec 2008 05:48:39 GMT)
Lawyer represents himself in fraud trial
A Tucson attorney accused of fraud involving former clients told jurors in opening statements Wednesday that his only crime was to have been an expensive attorney. (Thu, 04 Dec 2008 07:19:44 GMT)
12-04-08 EUR ALL ON ONE PAGE
SEASON OVER FOR PLAXICO BURRESS: Player suspended over charges following accidental shooting; Pierce still under investigation. *The New York Giants on Tuesday suspended wide receiver Plaxico Burress for the rest of the regular season, and placed him on the reserve non-football injury list for conduct detrimental to the team, which means he won't be back for the playoffs, either. (Thu, 04 Dec 2008 08:15:32 GMT)
Joyriders steal Perham school truck
Two 17-year-olds escaped injury but not arrest after rolling a pick-up truck they stole from the Perham High ... (Thu, 04 Dec 2008 22:02:21 GMT)
Judge rejects Nifong's bankruptcy request
The ruling opens the door for the three exonerated Duke lacrosse players to again pursue malicious prosecution allegations against the former district attorney. (Thu, 04 Dec 2008 22:39:43 GMT)
Lacrosse players can pursue case against Nifong
A federal judge on Thursday rejected the appeal of fallen prosecutor Mike Nifong to keep his case in bankruptcy court. The ruling opens the door for the three exonerated lacrosse players to again pursue malicious prosecution allegations against the former district attorney. (Thu, 04 Dec 2008 22:49:32 GMT)
County attorney says plea deals don’t let criminals off that easy
In Tooele County’s 3rd District Court, few criminal cases are determined by trial. In fact, approximately 95 percent of cases are resolved by guilty pleas, according to Tooele County Attorney Doug Hogan. (Fri, 05 Dec 2008 01:08:30 GMT)
County attorney says plea deals don’t let criminals off that easy
In Tooele County’s 3rd District Court, few criminal cases are determined by trial. In fact, approximately 95 percent of cases are resolved by guilty pleas, according to Tooele County Attorney Doug Hogan. (Fri, 05 Dec 2008 01:15:09 GMT)
Nifong's bankruptcy request denied
DURHAM, N.C., Dec. 4 (UPI) -- Former Durham County District Attorney Mike Nifong lost his bid Thursday to keep his case in U.S. bankruptcy court. (Fri, 05 Dec 2008 01:55:54 GMT)
Nifong's bankruptcy request denied
Former Durham County District Attorney Mike Nifong lost his bid Thursday to keep his case in U.S. bankruptcy court.The Raleigh (N.C.) News & Observer reported that the federal judge's ruling opens the door for three exonerated Duke University lacrosse players to renew their pursuit of malicious prosecution allegations against the former prosecutor.Former players Dave Evans, Collin Finnerty and ... (Fri, 05 Dec 2008 02:12:44 GMT)
Lawyers turn career into pet project as animal law grows
Zandra Anderson saw her legal career going to the dogs and decided to make it formal. (Fri, 05 Dec 2008 07:11:32 GMT)
Suit against Nifong can go ahead
A federal judge on Thursday rejected the appeal of fallen prosecutor Mike Nifong to keep his case in bankruptcy court. (Fri, 05 Dec 2008 07:43:15 GMT)
DA partners with community colleges for safe driving classes
Sylva – District Attorney Michael Bonfoey is partnering with the community colleges of Western North Carolina to launch a Safe Driving Education Program. (Fri, 05 Dec 2008 09:19:37 GMT)
McGehee Lawyer Pleads Guilty to Mail Fraud Charges
Two weeks before Justin Dailey Carpenter is scheduled to stand trial before an Ashley County Circuit Court Jury, his former attorney pleaded guilty on two counts of mail fraud. (Fri, 05 Dec 2008 17:12:53 GMT)
How to Build a Better Law Blog
Are you thinking about a foray into the world of law blogging? Don't jump onto the bandwagon with a half-baked blog. Instead, focus on creating a blog that's insightful, interesting and represents a resource to the legal community. C.C. Holland has some guidelines to get you going. (Sat, 06 Dec 2008 01:43:54 GMT)
Ex-Springfield firefighter accused of threatening a witness released on bail
SPRINGFIELD - A former city firefighter has been released on bail after being accused of threatening a witness against him in an attempted murder case. (Sat, 06 Dec 2008 04:14:55 GMT)
In Pr. George's, Concern Over 2007 Inmate Death
Demetri R. Stover was in the Prince George's County jail awaiting trial on charges he stole $60 worth of merchandise from a grocery store when another inmate punched him. Stover fell to the ground. He was found convulsing in his cell less than four hours later; within a week, he was dead. (Sat, 06 Dec 2008 07:44:50 GMT)
Wyoming briefs
Health center director on leave SHERIDAN -- Northern Wyoming Mental Health Center Executive Director Tom Sefcik has been placed on administrative leave following allegations of filing false personal income tax returns in Ohio, according to a release from the center. (Sat, 06 Dec 2008 08:38:10 GMT)
N.Y. Probes Student Insurance
Georgetown University has received a subpoena from New York Attorney General Andrew M. Cuomo as part of a broader investigation into how colleges interact with health insurance providers. (Sat, 06 Dec 2008 10:29:51 GMT)
Nickles Ponders Appeal of Ruling Reinstating EMT
D.C. Attorney General Peter Nickles said he will decide early next week whether to appeal a judge's decision forcing the District to reinstate an emergency medical technician fired for her involvement in the botched care of a former New York Times journalist slain in 2006. (Sat, 06 Dec 2008 10:33:23 GMT)
City to Appeal Order to Reinstate Fired EMT
The District government will appeal a court ruling that overturned the city's firing of an emergency medical technician for her role in the botched care of a former New York Times journalist slain in 2006. (Sat, 06 Dec 2008 10:35:21 GMT)
Jail certain for girls' dad
ROSE VALLEY, Sask. - A Saskatchewan man will have to wait a month to find out if he will be sentenced by a traditional First Nations sentencing circle for his role in the freezing deaths of his two young daughters. (Sat, 06 Dec 2008 10:46:31 GMT)
Piercing questions
After making them wait almost a week, Antonio Pierce talked to investigators yesterday about the accidental shooting of New York Giants teammate Plaxico Burress. (Sat, 06 Dec 2008 11:34:15 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. (Sat, 06 Dec 2008 12:44:39 GMT)
Pierce Will Speak With Authorities Friday
Antonio Pierce and the doctor who treated his Giants teammate Plaxico Burress after his accidental shooting will talk to investigators Friday. (Sat, 06 Dec 2008 13:53:35 GMT)
Rassas, Williamson named Super Lawyers
Two Clarksville lawyers have been named to the 2008 list of Super Lawyers of the Mid-South, ranking top attorneys in Tennessee, Arkansas and Mississippi. (Sat, 06 Dec 2008 14:10:30 GMT)
Report Describes Careless Handling of U.S. Secrets
Former attorney general Alberto R. Gonzales told investigators that he could not recall whether he took home notes regarding the government's most sensitive national security program and that he did not know they contained classified information, despite his own markings that they were "top secret... (Sat, 06 Dec 2008 14:55:13 GMT)
N.Y. Probes Student Insurance
Georgetown University has received a subpoena from New York Attorney General Andrew M. Cuomo as part of a broader investigation into how colleges interact with health insurance providers. (Sat, 06 Dec 2008 18:46:50 GMT)
Sunny von Bulow: Heiress immortalised in film
Sunny von Bulow whose real name was Martha Sharp Crawford was the ony child of the utilities magnate George Crawford and his wife AnnieLaurie. (Sat, 06 Dec 2008 20:13:29 GMT)
Children's deaths in snow was 'child abuse': prosecutor
ROSE VALLEY -- A man whose two daughters froze to death on his watch last year will learn next month whether his fate can be decided through a traditional sentencing circle with elders and peers from his community, rather than a judge alone. (Sun, 07 Dec 2008 01:29:53 GMT)
How 'visionary' raised - and lost - a fortune
In Minnesota, his chiropractic clinics collapsed in a flurry of lawsuits and unpaid bills. Two girlfriends had him arrested, one for allegedly abusing her, the other for assertedly trashing her house, according to court records. After a traffic stop, police... (Sun, 07 Dec 2008 05:34:59 GMT)
Business buzz
2 re-appointedto Port seats Elyse Lanier has been re-appointed to serve as a member of the Port Authority’s board of commissioners after approval by the Harris County Commissioners Court. (Sun, 07 Dec 2008 06:41:56 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. (Sun, 07 Dec 2008 07:18:12 GMT)
When meth's been at home
Marcia and Robert Ashbaugh were shocked to discover their son-in-law was extracting the chemicals used to make meth in the basement of their two-story Loveland home. (Sun, 07 Dec 2008 07:51:06 GMT)
Parents who let kids drink? It’s a bad idea
It’s a traditional rite of parenthood to worry that teen children will drink alcohol at parties. (Sun, 07 Dec 2008 09:37:36 GMT)
Wyoming briefs
Health center director on leave SHERIDAN -- Northern Wyoming Mental Health Center Executive Director Tom Sefcik has been placed on administrative leave following allegations of filing false personal income tax returns in Ohio, according to a release from the center. (Sun, 07 Dec 2008 14:06:59 GMT)
McGehee Lawyer Pleads Guilty to Mail Fraud Charges
Two weeks before Justin Dailey Carpenter is scheduled to stand trial before an Ashley County Circuit Court Jury, his former attorney pleaded guilty on two counts of mail fraud. (Sun, 07 Dec 2008 14:58:03 GMT)
How 'visionary' raised - and lost - a fortune
In Minnesota, his chiropractic clinics collapsed in a flurry of lawsuits and unpaid bills. Two girlfriends had him arrested, one for allegedly abusing her, the other for assertedly trashing her house, according to court records. After a traffic stop, police... (Sun, 07 Dec 2008 17:07:07 GMT)
Supreme Court likely to dismiss lawsuits over Obama's citizenship
Lower courts have rejected claims that Barack Obama is not a natural-born citizen and thus cannot hold the office of president. Undaunted by the Nov. 4 election results, several persistent plaintiffs have pursued lawsuits asserting that Barack Obama is constitutionally ineligible to hold the office of president because they say he is not a natural-born citizen. Their claims were rejected in ... (Mon, 08 Dec 2008 03:50:24 GMT)
Dixie Chicks singer sued for defamation
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Dixie Chicks singer Natalie Maines is the target of a defamation lawsuit by the stepfather of one of three 8-year-old boys slain in 1993. (Mon, 08 Dec 2008 06:38:50 GMT)
Wyoming briefs
Health center director on leave SHERIDAN -- Northern Wyoming Mental Health Center Executive Director Tom Sefcik has been placed on administrative leave following allegations of filing false personal income tax returns in Ohio, according to a release from the center. (Mon, 08 Dec 2008 07:31:30 GMT)
Business buzz
2 re-appointedto Port seats Elyse Lanier has been re-appointed to serve as a member of the Port Authority’s board of commissioners after approval by the Harris County Commissioners Court. (Mon, 08 Dec 2008 09:37:59 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, 08 Dec 2008 11:16:33 GMT)
REGIONAL BRIEFING
Maryland utility regulators indicated yesterday that they will consider whether scrapping the state's politically unpopular policy of deregulated electricity markets is in the public interest when they review the proposed sale of Constellation Energy Group to Warren Buffett's MidAmerican Energy... (Mon, 08 Dec 2008 13:53:33 GMT)
Judge rules for city in lawsuit vs. Times
A District Court judge ruled in favor of the city of Fort Morgan Thursday in a lawsuit between the city and The Fort Morgan Times over access to records related to the evaluation of former city manager Michael Nagy. (Mon, 08 Dec 2008 14:39:57 GMT)
LA official sues gang leaders
LOS ANGELES, Dec. 8 (UPI) -- The Los Angeles City Attorney's Office filed a first-of-its-kind lawsuit against gang leaders, seeking money for neighborhoods affected by their activities. (Mon, 08 Dec 2008 22:55:54 GMT)
LA official sues gang leaders
The Los Angeles City Attorney's Office filed a first-of-its-kind lawsuit against gang leaders, seeking money for neighborhoods affected by their activities.The Los Angeles Times reported Monday that the lawsuit against the 18th Street Gang leaders seeks to recover money for property damage, losses in property values, emotional distress, personal injury, medical expenses, and out-of-pocket ... (Mon, 08 Dec 2008 23:12:35 GMT)
Framingham board to discuss lawsuit against cops
Selectmen tonight are poised to discuss litigation that has pitted the town and two of its police officers against a prominent local lawyer who alleges an unlawful arrest marred his reputation. PDF: Complaint and request for jury trial (Tue, 09 Dec 2008 05:49:37 GMT)
L.A. sues 18th Street gang members, seeking cash damages for Pico-Union and Westlake neighborhoods
City Atty. Rocky Delgadillo's suit targets criminals' homes and assets. Defendants include Mexican Mafia leaders Ruben 'Nite Owl' Castro and Frank 'Puppet' Martinez. A first-of-a-kind lawsuit filed Monday by the Los Angeles city attorney seeks cash damages against leaders of a notorious gang and proposes to distribute their criminal assets among residents of crime-plagued neighborhoods. ... (Tue, 09 Dec 2008 08:31:05 GMT)
Driver held after trail of crashes
SALEM and mdash; A man charged with hitting multiple cars, one of them twice, on Sunday evening recalls little of what happened, his lawyer said yesterday. William White, 30, pleaded not guilty to driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs, leaving the scene of two personal injury accidents and two property damage accidents, and a variety of other driving violations during his arraignment ... (Tue, 09 Dec 2008 10:44:31 GMT)
Improved Disability Follow-Up Is Urged
Montgomery County's inspector general pressed county officials yesterday to begin using their authority to reevaluate the status of certain disabled retirees, including one former police officer who works as a bailiff and teaches self-defense tactics while collecting disability benefits. (Tue, 09 Dec 2008 12:23:49 GMT)
Pittsburgh law firm opens Philadelphia office
Pittsburgh-based law firm Caroselli Beachler McTiernan & Conboy LLC has opened a Philadelphia office. It is staffed with three established lawyers: David Senoff, Richard DeFrancesco and Lauren Fantini. Senoff serves as the office’s managing attorney. (Tue, 09 Dec 2008 15:48:10 GMT)
McGehee Lawyer Pleads Guilty to Mail Fraud Charges
Two weeks before Justin Dailey Carpenter is scheduled to stand trial before an Ashley County Circuit Court Jury, his former attorney pleaded guilty on two counts of mail fraud. (Tue, 09 Dec 2008 17:04:08 GMT)
Austin attorney files as attorney for alleged perpetrator
An Austin attorney has filed representation papers in Freeborn County District Court as the lawyer for one of the two adults charged in the case of alleged abuse at Good Samaritan Society of Albert Lea. (Tue, 09 Dec 2008 18:40:07 GMT)
"Citizen" suits against Obama's eligible weakens
Undaunted by election results Nov. 4, several plaintiffs have pursued lawsuits asserting that President-elect Barack Obama is ineligible to serve because he is not a "natural-born citizen." Their claims were rejected in lower courts, but they have filed motions and appeals with the Supreme Court. (Tue, 09 Dec 2008 19:26:36 GMT)
Attorney Marketing: 19 Steps To Building A Nationwide Law Practice
We’re seeing substantial changes in attorney marketing programs. Thanks to sophisticated law firm marketing efforts, many lawyers are now expanding their practices beyond state boundaries, building regional or national practices. (Tue, 09 Dec 2008 19:59:34 GMT)
County attorney says plea deals don’t let criminals off that easy
In Tooele County’s 3rd District Court, few criminal cases are determined by trial. In fact, approximately 95 percent of cases are resolved by guilty pleas, according to Tooele County Attorney Doug Hogan. (Wed, 10 Dec 2008 00:54:15 GMT)
Atlanta Falcons Team Report
If the Falcons are going to make a run to the playoffs, they have to tighten up their run defense. (Wed, 10 Dec 2008 07:15:54 GMT)
Parents file suit
The families of the three teenage girls struck by a hit-and-run driver in October 2007 are suing the driver and the man who allegedly provided alcohol to him. (Wed, 10 Dec 2008 07:28:58 GMT)
Court news
GRANT COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT Dec. 8 oEstate of Elillian Anne Helm, Earl Helm, administrator or executor; written appearance of Judith E. Golitko filed together with a petition for appointment of personal representative for sole purpose of collecting damages for wrongful tort claim and a petition for authority to charge contingent fees and petition for approval of fee agreement. (Wed, 10 Dec 2008 08:01:10 GMT)
Business buzz
2 re-appointedto Port seats Elyse Lanier has been re-appointed to serve as a member of the Port Authority’s board of commissioners after approval by the Harris County Commissioners Court. (Wed, 10 Dec 2008 10:52:12 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, 10 Dec 2008 12:05:57 GMT)
Lawyer hired in alleged abuse case
An Austin lawyer has filed representation papers in Freeborn County District Court as the lawyer for one of the two adults charged in the case of alleged abuse at Good Samaritan Society of Albert Lea. (Wed, 10 Dec 2008 15:25:17 GMT)
Austin attorney to defend teen in Good Sam case
An Austin attorney has filed representation papers in Freeborn County District Court as the lawyer for one of the two adults charged in the case of alleged abuse at Good Samaritan Society of Albert Lea. (Wed, 10 Dec 2008 16:42:25 GMT)
Ninth Circuit Urged to Revive Suit Over Art Looted by Nazis
An attorney for the family of a Dutch art dealer yesterday urged the Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals to reinstate an action claiming that the plaintiffs are the rightful owners of a 500-year-old pair of art masterpieces that were seized by Bolsheviks and later by Nazis. (Wed, 10 Dec 2008 18:30:18 GMT)
Colorado Humane Society Accused Of Fraud
The Colorado Attorney General's Office has filed a civil complaint against the family that runs the Colorado Humane Society, accusing them of charitable fraud and gross mismanagement. (Wed, 10 Dec 2008 22:00:14 GMT)
LegalView Reports on Helmets as Traumatic Brain Injury Increases among Soldiers in Iraq
LegalView recently reported of the disturbing results of a study that found helmets among U.S. soldiers may actually increase the severity of a traumatic brain injury caused by the shockwaves of an improvised explosive device (IED). The shockwaves penetrate the helmet and cause shockwaves both inside and outside of a helmet. (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 07:01:00 GMT)
LegalView Reports on Helmets as Traumatic Brain Injury Increases among Soldiers in Iraq
LegalView recently reported of the disturbing results of a study that found helmets among U.S. soldiers may actually increase the severity of a traumatic brain injury caused by the shockwaves of an improvised explosive device (IED). The shockwaves penetrate the helmet and cause shockwaves both inside and outside of a helmet. (PRWeb Dec 11, 2008) Read the full story at ... (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 08:11:49 GMT)
Damages sought in Canberra bushfire class action
A class action hearing which is claiming damages after the 2003 Canberra bushfires is set to continue for several months. (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 08:24:00 GMT)
Online Journalism News
Katy Dowell has been appointed as the new senior reporter of The Lawyer, published by Centaur Communications. She was promoted from a reporter position at the same title. (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 09:59:25 GMT)
Teacher from Beverly on leave after drug arrest
SALEM and mdash; A Pentucket Regional High School teacher is on administrative leave without pay after being charged with drug possession and other violations after a car accident in Beverly last week, according to his attorney. (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 10:44:21 GMT)
Legally Speaking with Bob Mionske - Can't we all just get along?
If you’re one of those readers who reads a book from cover to cover, you may have noticed that in the acknowledgements for Bicycling & the Law, I thanked Cronometro, the Madison, Wisconsin shop owned by Colin O’Brien. I first met Colin back in our college days, when we were in the same Latin class. I noticed that his legs were shaved, and we struck up a conversation about that. He said he was a ... (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 11:14:04 GMT)
Angry Jervis shouted threats and racial slurs, witnesses testify
Following an altercation with egg-throwing teenagers near his Lanikai home, former Bishop Estate trustee Gerard Jervis shouted racial epithets and threats to "sue everybody," including police officers who arrested him, according to an unsealed grand jury transcript. (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 11:15:10 GMT)
Actor Hartnett wins payout over sex claims
Hollywood actor Josh Hartnett accepted £20,000 libel damages today over newspaper allegations that he indulged in "steamy shenanigans" with a mystery woman at a London hotel and that they were caught on CCTV. (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 11:31:02 GMT)
RNC Chairman Wants To Keep Job
The man who oversaw the Republican Party during the past election is running to keep his job. Republican National Committee Chairman Mike Duncan announced that in a video this week. Although his party lost, Duncan tells Steve Inskeep that the party's organization is stronger than pundits predicted. (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 11:51:16 GMT)
Two Prominent Silicon Valley Lawyers From Alexander Hawes LLP Receive Legal Award
SAN JOSE, Calif.----The Santa Clara County Trial Lawyers Association will announce tonight that they have named Richard Alexander and Jeff Rickard of Alexander Hawes LLP “Trial Lawyers of the Year.” This legal award is conferred annually by the SCCTLA’s membership on attorneys who have distinguished themselves by practicing the highest caliber of law and achieving legal justice against the odds. (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT)
Appellate court orders new Vioxx trial for N.J. drugmaker
Readington-based drugmaker Merck & Co. is considering an appeal after a Texas state appeals court reversed its own prior dismissal of a $7.75 million judgment in a Vioxx personal injury lawsuit against the drugmaker. (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 18:28:52 GMT)
Munley, Munley & Cartwright, P.C.
Munley, Munley & Cartwright, P.C. is a nationally recognized and respected law firm. We represent the rights of victims of automobile accidents, trucking accidents, motorcycle accidents or any other type of serious accident involving personal injury. (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 18:50:24 GMT)
Hulk and Linda back in court
Update II: Linda Bollea will get another $400,000 to pay legal fees, attorneys from both sides agreed. But the money will be deposited directly in her lawyer's account so that she cannot spend it on anything but legal fees and... (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 19:54:19 GMT)
Appellate court orders new Vioxx trial in Texas
Drugmaker Merck & Co. is considering an appeal after a Texas state appeals court reversed its own prior dismissal of a $7.75 million judgment in a Vioxx personal injury lawsuit against the drugmaker. (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 20:06:42 GMT)
Appellate Court Orders New Vioxx Trial In Texas
Drugmaker Merck & Co. is considering an appeal after a Texas state appeals court reversed its own prior dismissal of a $7.75 million judgment in a Vioxx personal injury lawsuit against the drugmaker. A three-judge panel of the Texas 4th Court of Appeals on Wednesday ruled there should be a new trial in the case, which was brought by the widow of 71-year-old Leonel Garza. A longtime smoker with a ... (Thu, 11 Dec 2008 21:09:54 GMT)
Struck off: lawyers who milked sick miners for millions
A solicitor who became Britain's richest lawyer was yesterday struck off after being found guilty of creaming millions of pounds from compensation paid to sick miners. Jim Beresford, 58, and his partner Douglas Smith, 52, were also ordered to pay substantial costs for serious professional misconduct over the handling of personal injury claims made under a compensation scheme for miners ... (Fri, 12 Dec 2008 00:29:54 GMT)
Lawyer Disbarred for Failing to Pay Sanctions, Fees in Holocaust Case
An attorney well known for representing Holocaust survivors has been disbarred after he neglected to pay sanctions imposed by a federal judge in a multibillion-dollar lawsuit against Bank Austria Creditanstalt and others. Thursday, a New York appellate court held that Edward Davis Fagan's failure to pay the bulk of a $5,000 sanction and all of the nearly $350,000 in fees owed to Bank Austria, ... (Fri, 12 Dec 2008 03:17:02 GMT)
Woodbridge fire commissioner urges union to drop 'unduly flexible' sick leave provisions
A fire commissioner is urging the union to drop provisions in the collective bargaining agreement that give firefighters what he considers unduly flexible use of sick leave. (Fri, 12 Dec 2008 04:38:41 GMT)
Tim Rayne Becomes Member of Million Dollar Advocates Forum
The Million Dollar Advocates Forum is pleased to announce that attorney Tim Rayne, a Personal Injury attorney with the Chester County law firm of MacElree Harvey, Ltd., has been certified as a member. (Fri, 12 Dec 2008 07:01:00 GMT)
Goldberg admits driving drunk, causing crash
A Butte man admitted Thursday to being drunk when he slammed into another vehicle and drove away from the scene without rendering aid to the three wounded motorists last summer. (Fri, 12 Dec 2008 07:23:08 GMT)
Lawyer Disbarred for Failing to Pay Sanctions, Fees in Holocaust Case
An attorney well known for representing Holocaust survivors has been disbarred after he neglected to pay sanctions imposed by a federal judge in a multibillion-dollar lawsuit against Bank Austria Creditanstalt and others. (Fri, 12 Dec 2008 08:03:23 GMT)
Police: Woman admits she was 'impaired'
GLOVERSVILLE - A Cooperstown woman arrested Thursday in connection with the Nov. 29 hit-and-run that left a city man on life support admitted to being intoxicated to the point of impairment the night of the accident, police said this morning. Tammy Bobar, 40, of 223 Continental Road was charged with second-degree assault and leaving the scene of a personal-injury accident. (Fri, 12 Dec 2008 16:04:30 GMT)
Drug Maker Said to Pay Ghostwriters for Journal Articles
The pharmaceutical company Wyeth paid ghostwriters to produce favorable medical journal articles, according to Congressional letters. (Fri, 12 Dec 2008 19:35:14 GMT)
Houston chiropractor sent to prison for money laundering
A Houston area chiropractic clinic owner has been sentenced to federal prison for money laundering. Theresa Williams, 48, laundered the proceeds of an insurance fraud scheme, according to acting United States Attorney Tim Johnson. (Fri, 12 Dec 2008 21:50:07 GMT)
The Best Books of 2008
The following are excerpts from the most favorable reviews of the year. (Sat, 13 Dec 2008 04:24:28 GMT)
Wyeth?s Use of Medical Ghostwriters Questioned
The pharmaceutical company paid ghostwriters to produce articles favorable to its drug Prempro, according to Congressional letters. (Sat, 13 Dec 2008 04:27:32 GMT)
Md. Will Not Indict Officer in Car Crash
After a night out drinking, Prince George's County police officer Mario Chavez was traveling at twice the speed limit last December when his cruiser struck a car that had turned left across his lane. The driver of that car, a 20-year-old University of Maryland student, was killed while his mother... (Sat, 13 Dec 2008 12:56:35 GMT)
Man sues over wife's murder
THE former husband of a real estate agent raped and murdered during a home inspection is suing her employer. (Sat, 13 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT)
Indian Chief Leads Fight to Keep Selling Cigarettes
New York is suing the cigarette sellers of the Unkechaug Nation, saying their goods are being smuggled in the city. (Sun, 14 Dec 2008 05:42:00 GMT)
Langston's sentencing set for Tuesday
Joey Langston earned millions of dollars in civil lawsuits by persuading judges to rule in his favor. Now that he faces sentencing in a judicial bribery scandal, he just wants a judge to be lenient. (Sun, 14 Dec 2008 06:08:55 GMT)
Corey seeking $1.3 million in attorney fees
A former deputy prosecutor who won more than $3 million in damages from Pierce County for wrongful termination and defamation now wants the county to pay her lawyers nearly $1.3 million. (Sun, 14 Dec 2008 08:49:49 GMT)
Profile: Carolyn W. Evans, attorney/partner
Carolyn W. Evans, attorney/partner, Sengstacke & Evans, Bel Air Salary: $65,000 (Sun, 14 Dec 2008 08:51:26 GMT)
Business buzz
2 re-appointedto Port seats Elyse Lanier has been re-appointed to serve as a member of the Port Authority’s board of commissioners after approval by the Harris County Commissioners Court. (Sun, 14 Dec 2008 09:39:58 GMT)
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The best iPhone apps for attorneys
BOSTON — Apple’s enormously popular iPhone (whose most recent incarnation, the G3, was released this summer) has become a hit for tech enthusiasts in all fields — and attorneys are no exception. (Sun, 14 Dec 2008 23:55:03 GMT)
The King of Compromise
His colleagues and adversaries agree: Attorney Richard Uchida is all about respect. Meredith Hatfield leads a group of neighbors vehemently opposed to a new CVS on North State Street that one of Uchida's clients wants to build. Last week, Uchida called Hatfield to tell her that a zoning board meeting was postponed. (Mon, 15 Dec 2008 05:15:08 GMT)
Bank names vice presidents
Joel Ginaldi has been named vice president at Capital City Bank. Ginaldi is responsible for developing and servicing consumer and commercial loans, deposits and client relationships. He has been with the bank since 2006. (Mon, 15 Dec 2008 06:07:39 GMT)
Petersen sentencing today
An emotionally charged case, which generated mass media attention and became a clarion call against teen drinking, is expected to come to a conclusion Monday — maybe. (Mon, 15 Dec 2008 07:23:08 GMT)
Business buzz
2 re-appointedto Port seats Elyse Lanier has been re-appointed to serve as a member of the Port Authority’s board of commissioners after approval by the Harris County Commissioners Court. (Mon, 15 Dec 2008 09:28:17 GMT)
Business Buzz
Susquehanna County couple earns award Richard and Dana Empet of Kingsley were named winners of the 2008 Young Farmer and Rancher Achievement Award during the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau’s annual meeting. The award honors a farm couple between the ages of 18 and 35 who have demonstrated outstanding farming and leadership achievements. Mr. Empet operates a 450-acre crop farm and dairy enterprise that ... (Mon, 15 Dec 2008 09:35:53 GMT)
Beresfords’ reputation left in tatters as miners compensation duo are struck off
Beresfords Solicitors partner Jim Beresford has been struck off along with his colleague Douglas Smith after all but three of 11 allegations of professional misconduct against them were upheld by the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal (SDT). ... (Mon, 15 Dec 2008 10:36:37 GMT)
Wyeths Use of Medical Ghostwriters Questioned
The pharmaceutical company paid ghostwriters to produce articles favorable to its drug Prempro, according to Congressional letters. (Mon, 15 Dec 2008 14:06:25 GMT)
Qualities of a Personal Injury Law Firm to Retain
As such, as soon as it is physically possible for you to do so, as a victim, you need to find the lawyer to help you attain justice for your case. However, finding the best lawyer in Los Angeles County could be tough. (Mon, 15 Dec 2008 21:17:34 GMT)
Decision reserved on Pauchay's sentencing
A judge has reserved his decision on whether a man whose two daughters froze to death on his watch last year should have his fate determined by a judge or a sentencing circle including peers from his community. (Mon, 15 Dec 2008 22:27:17 GMT)
Love & war
Even for the product of a political family, Julie Quinn rose swiftly, from neighborhood advocacy to the Jefferson Parish School Board to the state Senate in just four years. Now her advisers are floating her name as a possible opponent... (Mon, 15 Dec 2008 23:25:13 GMT)
Hempfield woman recalled as caring
Despite a life marred with troubles, Catherine M. Pascale was devoted to her two granddaughters, nursing home patients and stray cats. Pascale, 56, died Saturday from a brain injury sustained after she was struck Thursday in a parking lot. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 05:04:49 GMT)
Lawsuit against Missouri Department of Revenue over driver's license info gets go-ahead
A lawsuit against the director of the Missouri Department of Revenue and two Texas public record providers for wrongfully disseminating personal driver’s license information has been allowed to proceed. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 05:14:49 GMT)
'Who Owns Your DNA?' -- A New, Free Article from Clifford Law Offices
This article, "Who Owns Your DNA"?, is a new article now available free from Clifford Law Offices' web site at http://www.cliffordlaw.com. The Chicago law office is posting legal articles on their website in an effort to educate the public about legal matters. An introduction is provided, with a link to the full article. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 07:01:00 GMT)
Petersen sentencing today
An emotionally charged case, which generated mass media attention and became a clarion call against teen drinking, is expected to come to a conclusion Monday — maybe. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 07:28:00 GMT)
Two of three drivers charged in fatal hit-and-run accident
KINGSTON — Police have charged two drivers for fleeing after running over a woman on Wyoming Avenue in August and leaving her to die in the middle of the busy roadway. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 09:36:37 GMT)
Tort reform group criticizes Clark County court system
An organization that advocates for tort reform has listed Clark County as a "judicial hellhole." (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 10:27:13 GMT)
California Personal Injury Attorney Mary Alexander & Associates Launches New Website
SAN FRANCISCO----The victims of personal injury accidents face a struggle against time, finances and pain following an accident, no matter what kind of accident that may be. The leading San Francisco, California personal injury law firm of Mary Alexander & Associates has a national reputation for excellence and is now extending that promise of integrity by launching a new website, catering to ... (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 14:00:00 GMT)
California Personal Injury Attorney Mary Alexander & Associates Launches New Website
The victims of personal injury accidents face a struggle against time, finances and pain following an accident, no matter what kind of accident that may be. The leading San Francisco, California personal injury law firm of Mary Alexander & Associates has a national reputation for excellence and is now extending that promise of integrity by launching a new website, catering to the individual ... (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 14:18:17 GMT)
McGehee Lawyer Pleads Guilty to Mail Fraud Charges
Two weeks before Justin Dailey Carpenter is scheduled to stand trial before an Ashley County Circuit Court Jury, his former attorney pleaded guilty on two counts of mail fraud. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 14:59:14 GMT)
Cedar Rapids Police Respond to Dozens of Accidents
CEDAR RAPIDS - The Cedar Rapids Police Department reports that from noon to 3:30 PM, officers responded to 23 property damage crashes and only 1 personal injury crash. (Tue, 16 Dec 2008 22:31:20 GMT)
Boy, 16, faces five charges in fatal hit-and-run collision
Sacramento County prosecutors filed a five-count criminal complaint on Wednesday against a 16-year-old boy suspected in last week's drunken-driving killing of a 58-year-old Natomas man. The teenager, whose name is being withheld because of his age, is facing one count of gross vehicular manslaughter while under the influence of alcohol causing great bodily injury or death, two counts of ... (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 03:06:23 GMT)
Cleveland Injury Attorneys Among 'The Best Lawyers in America'
Five lawyers from Spangenberg, Shibley & Liber LLP were recently selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best lawyers in America® 2009. The recognition highlights the medical malpractice and personal injury expertise of the firm. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:01:00 GMT)
Cleveland Injury Attorneys Among 'The Best Lawyers in America'
Five lawyers from Spangenberg, Shibley & Liber LLP were recently selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best lawyers in America ® 2009. The recognition highlights the medical malpractice and personal injury expertise of the firm. (PRWeb Dec 17, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/cl (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 08:24:10 GMT)
Two charged in fatal hit-and-run
KINGSTON — Police have charged two drivers for fleeing after running over a woman on Wyoming Avenue in August and leaving her to die in the middle of the busy roadway. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 09:22:06 GMT)
Court rejects appeal on TABOR disclosure
PORTLAND (AP) - An activist from Texas who sought greater disclosure about a conservative think tank's role in a 2006 referendum campaign on a proposed cap on government spending has lost his appeal to Maine's highest court. (Wed, 17 Dec 2008 10:02:43 GMT)
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