Sentinel Morning Update: Shippensburg celebrates Veterans Day Nov 10, 2008
The settlement, which was announced Oct. 29, following a hearing before an administrative law judge for the Public Utility Commission, requires the water company to give customers three months notice before the chemical, a mix of chlorine and ammonia, is added to their water. PAWC serves 35,000 customers on the West Shore between Camp Hill, East Pennsboro Township, Fairview Township, Hampden Township, Lemoyne, Lower Allen Township, Newberry Township, New Cumberland, New Kingstown, Shiremanstown,... (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Calif. Board Approves Firing of State Lawyer Who Spoke Out on Meal Break Laws Nov 8, 2008
On a 3-2 vote, the State Personnel Board on Monday overturned the decision of an administrative law judge and concluded that Locker's "conduct so undermined the trust essential to the attorney-client relationship that termination is just and proper.". Locker called the decision politically motivated, noting that the ruling majority's members are all Schwarzenegger-appointed Republicans. (Law.com)
Wesley Chapel hospital advances Nov 8, 2008
An administrative law judge has confirmed a ruling allowing a joint venture of and to build a new hospital in Wesley Chapel. The joint venture, , plans to build a $121 million, 80-bed acute care hospital named. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
REGION: Supporters, opponents clash over power line Nov 8, 2008
In one recommendation, called a proposed decision, an administrative law judge suggested commissioners kill the project. In the other recommendation, dubbed an alternate decision, one of the five commissioners suggested rejecting SDGvored route through North County and authorizing instead a southern route along the Interstate 8 corridor, with conditions. (North County Times)
PUC hears case for, against Powerlink Nov 8, 2008
One proposal, by administrative law judges who coordinated years of testimony and reams of data, would reject the line altogether. The other proposal, by a commissioner assigned to follow the case, would approve the line, but only on the condition that SDG&E prove how it plans to use it to bring in substantial amounts of clean power. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Runoff looms for Dekalb school board, Superior Court Nov 6, 2008
In the Superior Court race, ex-prosecutor Tangela Barrie led in a three-way contest, with administrative law judge Johnny Mason a distant second and a mere percentage point ahead of recorders court judge R. Joy Walker. Related Subjects. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
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It s now up to state administrative law judge Daniel Manry to decide whether State Farm. Are you smarter than Palm Beach County s top health leaders. (The Palm Beach Post)
Supreme Court Debates the 'F-Bomb' Nov 5, 2008
Following an in in which no one actually uttered the expletives at issue, it seemed possible that the dispute will be sent back to the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for further study on administrative law or constitutional issues, or both ... Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg said the First Amendment issue was "the big elephant in the room" because the 2nd Circuit had said that even if the FCC's policy change had been made according to administrative law requirements, there were grave doubts about... (Law.com)
Some DeKalb runoffs likely; Boyer ahead in commission race Nov 5, 2008
Ex-prosecutor Tangela Barrie was leading the three-way race, followed by administrative law judge Johnny Mason. DeKalb voters were voting 2-to-1 in favor of removing the power of the county s chief executive officer to preside and set the agendas for county commission meetings. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Measures 3 and 4 pass Nov 5, 2008
Last Updated on Wednesday, Nov 05, 2008 - 01:48:41 am CST. by Erin C. Hevern Daily News Published/Last Modified on Wednesday, November 5, 2008 1:48 AM CST. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Judge increases Quecreek fines Nov 4, 2008
In issuing the order Monday, Administrative Law Judge Robert Lesnick opted against a recommendation from the Mine Safety and Health Administration, which classified the companies as low to moderately negligent and suggested 14,100 in fines. "> Curious? Search ScoutPA. lect> Your online website and business directory. Daily American Archive Search Search for an Event Search our Classifieds ? Judge increases Quecreek fines By BRIAN SCHROCKDaily American Staff Writer Tuesday, November 4, 2008 12:08... (Somerset Daily American, PA)
At DMV, a finger-pointing battle Nov 4, 2008
But on Monday, a decision released by Senior Administrative Law Judge Fred Morrison challenged Gore's firing of Ken Cassidy, a former assistant supervisor in the Raleigh district office. Last year, Cassidy had given information to The News ver to expose an improper hire on the emissions staff. (News & Observer)
Federal rules may be in play for Powerlink Nov 4, 2008
If state regulators follow through with an administrative law judge's recommendation to reject the Sunrise Powerlink, San Diego Gas & Electric Co. still has other options to get the transmission line it seeks ... Friday, an administrative law judge with the PUC recommended that the line be rejected, saying the plan is bad for the environment and doesn't make economic sense. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
1 failed bid for former office shapes entire race Nov 3, 2008
In 2006, an administrative law judge placed Dobbins on the state's Child Maltreatment Central Registry, a list that must be checked by employers if they hire for a job that requires contact with children. It remains unclear whether Dobbins is still on the list. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
PUC issues 2 decisions on San Diego Powerlink Nov 2, 2008
1 of the decisions, proposed by an administrative law judge, would deny San Diego Gas & Electric's application to build the Powerlink. The judge argues the project would raise electric rates and hurt the environment. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Ariz. backs insurers in most claim disputes Nov 2, 2008
She requested a hearing from an administrative law judge ... If the state rejects the appeal, consumers can request a hearing from an administrative law judge. (AZCentral -- News)
SDG&E power line route plan zapped Nov 2, 2008
The route simply doesn't make economic or environmental sense, according to an administrative law judge for the Public Utilities Commission and a PUC commissioner who were assigned to review the project ... Administrative Law Judge Jean Vieth said in her proposed decision the line which would provide enough power for 650,000 homes would be too costly, bad for the environment and would increase fire risks ... Denis Trafecanty, a power line opponent who lives in Santa Ysabel, said he was... (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Judge considers case of bar violating smoking ban Nov 1, 2008
Darwin Bunger, an attorney for Otis Campbell's Bar and Grill, told an administrative law judge that the smoking ban unfairly allows patrons to light up in some areas -- mainly casinos and fairgrounds -- while banning it in other areas ... If Duncan's license is revoked, he could appeal the administrative law judge's decision to the Alcoholic Beverages Division director, and then to a district court. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
REGION: CPUC opens way for southern power line route Nov 1, 2008
The proposed decision, penned by Administrative Law Judge Jean Vieth, concluded that the 1,000-megawatt power line is not be needed to shore up a shortage of power in San Diego County until at least 2014. Vieth also found that the project is not needed to convert 20 percent of the utility's electricity supply to green, renewable energy to comply with a state mandate. (North County Times)
Judge Denies Sunrise Powerlink Application Nov 1, 2008
SAN DIEGO -- A plan by San Diego Gas & Electric to build a power line through Anzo-Borrego Desert State Park was tentatively rejected Friday by an administrative law judge, while a utility commissioner tentatively approved an alternate route ... The proposed decision by the administrative law judge denies the Sunrise application, stating that the line is not needed to meet the state's current renewable requirements, and that, if constructed, it could result in significant costs to ratepayers and... (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
No Quick Decision on State Farm Case Nov 1, 2008
It s now up to state administrative law judge Daniel Manry to decide whether State Farm should be allowed to raise homeowner insurance rates by an average of almost 50 percent statewide. A four-day hearing on the request wrapped up Thursday. (The Palm Beach Post)
South Florida real estate Nov 1, 2008
It s now up to state administrative law judge Daniel Manry to decide whether State Farm. Web Extras. (The Palm Beach Post)
Appeals Court Candidate Meyer Von Bremen Vows To Keep Courts Independent Nov 1, 2008
He also has experience in administrative law cases and has served as a mediator and arbitrator for over 15 years, most recently for South Georgia ADR based out of Macon. For more than 10 years Meyer von Bremen served as a state senator from South Georgia. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Powerlink dealt a double blow Nov 1, 2008
One of the proposed decisions, written by an administrative law judge, denies the application for the 150-mile Sunrise Powerlink altogether, saying the project could significantly raise electric rates and do extensive environmental damage if built, and is not needed to meet California's current renewable (energy) requirements ... Shames especially liked the ruling by the administrative law judge, which from what I can tell essentially adopts all of UCAN's arguments, he said. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
MASN Wins Inning Over Time Warner At FCC Oct 31, 2008
FCC Staff Rules TWC Discriminated Against Regional Sports Network. By Ted Hearn -- Multichannel News, 10/30/2008 6:00:00 PM. (Multichannel News)
Powell to stay on ballot Oct 31, 2008
In deciding to disqualify Powell, Handel reversed an administrative law judge's advisory opinion that Powell proved he lives in the district. Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Friday, October 31, 2008. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Sentinel Morning Update: County, schools prepare for voters Oct 30, 2008
The settlement, which must be approved by Public Utility Commission Administrative Law Judge Marlane Chestnut, the judge presiding over the hearing, and the PUC, also calls for PAWC to make any necessary changes to treatment facilities to conform with changes in regulatory requirements; monitor the impact chloramination has on the lead levels in the drinking water; and provide more information to customers on chloramine disinfection and byproducts, including steps to remove chloramines and its... (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
REGION: Stage set for southern power line Oct 30, 2008
And observers say the stage is set for an alternate southern San Diego County route to be recommended by California Public Utilities Commission Administrative Law Judge Jean Vieth ... Whatever the administrative law judge chooses, it will be a recommendation. (North County Times)
D.C. official to stay on church case Oct 30, 2008
Since 1998, a senior administrative law judge with no connection to Albert s department has served as the Mayor s Agent in preservation cases. However, as the director of planning, Tregoning has the legal authority to appoint the Mayor s Agent or to serve as the Mayor s Agent herself. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
DeKalb judicial races hotly contested Oct 29, 2008
The candidates are former assistant District Attorney Tangela Barrie; worker s compensation administrative law judge Johnny Mason; and Recorders Court Judge R. Joy Walker. ENDORSEMENTS. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Bergian is PSC's 'perfect fit' Oct 29, 2008
Bergian has much valuable experience as an attorney in administrative law, the legal forum of the PSC. So she comes well prepared to make good on her pledge to push the PSC to more aggressively protect the public's interest in regulating the monopolies that exist in our state, especially the utilities and railroad companies. Bergian brings not only her proven devotion as an advocate for people in North Dakota, but also the specific legal skills and experience needed to navigate the critical... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Research Supports Medicinal Marijuana Oct 29, 2008
In an 87-page opinion, administrative law judge Mary Ellen Bittner ruled that it "would be in the public interest" to allow a University of Massachusetts researcher to cultivate marijuana under contract to the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS), which sponsors medical research on marijuana and other drugs. The DEA is not obligated to follow the advice of its law judges, but the detailed decision should make it difficult for the agency to balk, said MAPS President Rick... (Yahoo News -- Medical Marijuana)
Whole Foods disagrees with new FTC rules Oct 28, 2008
That could potentially make it more difficult for companies to collect the necessary facts to answer the questions put to them by the FTC. Another proposed change would limit the power of administrative law judges, who have had the authority to decide pre-hearing motions. The FTC wants to take on that decision. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
N.D. measure gives governor power at WSI Oct 28, 2008
The measure includes provisions that would require WSI to hire independent administrative law judges and bar the agency from overruling their decisions ... That led to several appeals with WSI and an administrative law judge, the elder Loegering said. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
County's Medi-Cal payment hearing today Oct 28, 2008
Once the hearing has concluded, an informal conference decision will be agreed upon by DHCS, and the county will have 30 days to accept or appeal the decision to a formal level, which would be an administrative law judge, Turner said. The county Board of Supervisors was notified of the large discrepancy Oct. 14, but a letter announcing the appeal hearing was received Aug. 12 by the Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health Services Department (ADMHS). (Santa Maria Times)
State Farm makes case on rate hike Oct 28, 2008
State Farm took its case to an administrative law judge, asking him to recommend granting the hike. Lawyers for the State Farm assured Judge Daniel Manry on Monday that their proposal is sound and necessary to keep the insurer solvent enough to pay claims in the event of a catastrophic storm. (The Palm Beach Post)
Bismarck Tribune Breaking News Ballot measures have their fair share of defenders and critics Oct 26, 2008
It also would require WSI to use the Office of Administrative Hearings, bar WSI from rejecting decisions from administrative law judges and returns WSI employees back into the state classified system. WSI has come under intense scrutiny in recent years, and this measure was introduced by injured workers who contend the board of directors running WSI have done a poor job since departing from the governor's oversight in 1997. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Measure brings WSIunder government control Oct 26, 2008
Measure 4 gives the governor the responsibility of appointing WSI's director, makes WSI employees part of the state personnel system and requires the appointment of independent administrative law judges to conduct hearings and make final decisions ... Lastly, Little said the section requiring the appointment of independent administrative law judges attempts to make agency proceedings fair. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Litigation Between Spitzer, N.Y. Senate Faulted as 'Shameful' Waste of Resources Oct 25, 2008
Dopp has promised to challenge that finding at a hearing before a commission administrative law judge, though Koenig said Friday the commission has yet to schedule a date for that hearing. . (Law.com)
Calif. nursing board to require fingerprints Oct 24, 2008
If the rule is approved by the state's Office of Administrative Law, nurses will have to submit prints when they renew their licenses starting in March. A joint investigation by the Times and ProPublica, an investigative news organization, found cases in which the board had never acted against nurses convicted of sex offenses and Medicare fraud. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
ESCONDIDO: Students spar in proposition debate Oct 24, 2008
Moderator Patrick Coony, an administrative law judge and League of Women Voters voter services director, kept things in order. He wondered out loud whether the debate over the issue would ever be resolved and concluded by saying, "We'll see.". (North County Times)
C.R. 18 rezoning finally settled Oct 24, 2008
In July 2006, the commission decided to turn consideration of the application over to an administrative law judge ... -While the zoning board recommended denial of the rezoning application, the administrative law judge decided that there was no basis in the record to conclude "that the rezoning would cause impacts upon living conditions in the neighborhood that are greater than the reasonable and unavoidable impacts associated with missed uses in urbanizing areas." With that, the judge... (Bradford County Telegraph, FL)
Judge's $54 Million Lost-Pants Claim May Be Poor Fit for Appeals Court Oct 23, 2008
A former administrative law judge who unsuccessfully sued a dry cleaner for $54 million over a pair of lost pants tried to convince an appeals panel Wednesday that he deserves the money because he is a fraud victim. "This is not a case about a pair of suit pants," Roy L. Pearson argued before the District of Columbia Court of Appeals. (Law.com)
Permanent disability rule changes delayed Oct 23, 2008
As dictated by the state Office of Administrative Law, the division has one year to complete its proposed regulations. That deadline is next May. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Sentinel Morning Update: Residents voice concerns on chloramine in water system Oct 23, 2008
The bulk of those people were in attendance at Camp Hills borough hall to comment on the potential health effects of adding the disinfectant, but a Public Utility Commission administrative law judge refused to allow that. The judge made it clear that health issues are not under PUC authority, said Terry Maenza, a spokesman for the water company. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Pants Pants Resolution? Not In This Case Oct 23, 2008
A former administrative law judge who unsuccessfully sued a dry cleaner for $54 million over a pair of lost pants tried to convince an appeals panel Wednesday that he deserves the money because he is a fraud victim. More News. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
Officials, residents show strong opposition to power-line proposal Oct 23, 2008
Two administrative law judges from the commission were present at the hearings, which took place at Mohawk Valley Community College in the afternoon and evening. Griffo's statements, similar to those of many others, were met with cheers and loud applause. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Georgia Supreme Court hears PSC candidates' ballot fight Oct 21, 2008
An administrative law judge ruled for Powell. But Georgia Secretary of State Karen Handel overruled that. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Appeal vs. Army carries legal threat Oct 21, 2008
Most recently - on Oct. 8 - Lt. Col. Christian Gifford, acting chief of the Administrative Law Division of the Army, sent Blumenthal a letter in response to the attorney general's September Freedom of Information request that the Army release the opinion. "The opinion is not releasable to you in accordance with attorney-client privilege and the deliberative process privilege of FOIA Exemption 5," Gifford stated in the letter. (Middletown Press, CT)
Harvard Law School, long fractious and underachieving, is on the rise again - and shaking up the American legal world Oct 19, 2008
And among professors and alumni, there is near unanimity that the school's dean, Elena Kagan, a scholar of administrative law and a former Clinton administration official, has galvanized the place with her ambition and adroit management style, knitting together the faculty, charming the students, and attracting top-flight talent to the school ... Among them are Jack Goldsmith, a former Bush White House lawyer and leading skeptic of international law, and John Manning, an administrative law... (Boston Globe)
OSHA fines firm $70K for Marlborough sewer work Oct 18, 2008
If not, it could go to a hearing before an administrative law judge. The inspection, prompted by a report of potential unsafe conditions, started April 24 at the site where Baltazar was installing a sewer system for a residential development, Fitzgerald said. (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
760 area code intact Oct 18, 2008
A PUC administrative law judge initially recommended a split in part because of the large size of the 760 area, which extends east to the state line and north to Mammoth Lakes. A split also would have allowed residents to continue to dial seven digits when making calls within the region. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Former chemical weapons worker loses round in suit Oct 17, 2008
The review board's decision last month upholds Administrative Law Judge Thomas Phalen's May 2007 decision to dismiss the lawsuit. Court records show the lawsuit was dismissed because Schafermeyer failed to provide reasonable explanations for why he didn't file a complaint in a timely manner. (WKRC.com, OH)
Nov. 6 deadline set from state board for hearing on county comp plan compliance Oct 17, 2008
State court administrative law outlines specific rules that must be followed to give a local superior court jurisdiction to hear a state agency appeal, including serving parties with official notice. McClain said county legal and land-use planning staff s are presently examining what segments of the Aug. 7 order must be readdressed by the county to comply. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
PUC keeps 760 area intact Oct 17, 2008
A PUC administrative law judge initially recommended a split in part because of the large size of the 760 area and because a split would allow residents to continue to dial seven digits when making calls within the region. The overlay will require callers to dial 10 digits for all calls within the area. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Mercy Hospital kills land deal Oct 16, 2008
In a separate administrative case, TRG-MH also filed an objection to Administrative Law Judge J. Lawrence Johnston s unfavorable ruling toward the Grove Bay project. He recommended to the that the city s land use change is not in compliance with Florida statutes. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Medical Bankruptcy Epidemic Oct 15, 2008
In February, the act was referred to the Subcommittee on Commercial and Administrative Law. And that s where it still sits. (Suite101.com)
No twists in final Powerlink report Oct 15, 2008
Two administrative law judges who have been conducting hearings about the project are expected to release a decision concerning Powerlink by month's end. In December, PUC commissioners are expected to make a final decision on whether SDG&E should be allowed to build the line. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Before you vote, what are the issues on the ballot for Nov.? Oct 14, 2008
This measure would provide for the appointment by the Governor of the director for the Workforce Safety and Insurance agency, the placement of its employees into the state personnel system, and for the appointment of independent administrative law judges to conduct hearings and make final decisions. Voting YES means you approve the measure as summarized above. (Devils Lake Daily Journal, ND)
Board's Troopergate probe casts a wider net Oct 14, 2008
Details of the investigations were released in the end, as part of a settlement that stopped short of the full public hearing before an administrative law judge that the law requires in serious cases. In the Ruedrich case, Palin resigned her state job in protest while the investigation was still secret, saying she felt implicated in a cover-up because of the shroud. (Anchorage Daily News)
Morrow police chief appeals certification ruling Oct 14, 2008
The standards and training council s will review the appeal and send it to an administrative law judge, who will have the final say on Baker s certification. As of Monday, Baker remained chief in Morrow. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Multichannel Newswire Oct 14, 2008
The FCC's Media Bureau has ordered that WealthTV's carriage complaint against four cable companies be heard by an administrative law judge and that recommended decisions be returned within 60 days. Jamie Davis says he arrived at Versus at the right time. (Multichannel News)
Multicultural News Sphere Oct 14, 2008
markets, the Federal Communications Commission Friday ordered that a complaint filed by regional sports network MASN against Comcast go before an Administrative Law Judge. As expected, TBS is making a better connection with its coverage of the American League Championship Series than it did last season with the National League Championship Series. (Multichannel News)
TV talkers zoom in on 'Pacman' Oct 13, 2008
A preliminary FCC ruling said the network had established grounds for its claims against Comcast and sent both sides to an administrative law judge for a decision to be made within 60 days. At issue: whether Comcast gives preferential treatment to sports networks it owns and whether it unfairly asked for a stake in the NFL Network in return for carrying it. (USA Today -- Sports)
Nine from Fidelity settle SEC charges Oct 11, 2008
In addition to Donovan, individuals with settlement agreements include Scott E. DeSano, who once supervised trading operations and allegedly received gifts worth $145,000; and traders including Timothy J. Burnieika, Edward S. Driscoll, Christopher J. Horan, Steven P. Pascucci, Kirk C. Smith, Robert L. Burns, and Jeffrey D. Harris, according to the administrative law documents. An attorney for DeSano declined to comment. (Boston Globe)
