Creditors file suits vs. car-wash mogul Mar 4, 2010
The other case, filed by Peoria-based Western Starr Aviation Management Inc. and Starr Aviation Marketing LLC, alleges breach of contract by Hendon and Banovac and is seeking about $100,000 in damages and expenses. In both the Western Starr and Diversified cases, the plaintiffs included as evidence "unconditional" guarantees signed by Hendon and Banovac. (AZCentral -- Business)
Murdoch May Lose More on Supermarket Coupons Than He Makes From `Avatar' Mar 4, 2010
5 million, according to a breach of contract lawsuit it filed later against Floorgraphics. At last years Floorgraphics trial, George Rebh, a former owner of the firm who was set to testify at the Valassis trial this year, told of a July 1999 lunch with News Corp. executive at a now defunct Chinese restaurant in. (Bloomberg)
Army Bomb Expert's Lawsuit Says `Hurt Locker' Movie Was Based on His Life Mar 4, 2010
It alleges misappropriation of name and likeness, fraud, defamation, breach of contract and intentional infliction of emotional distress. The case is Sgt. Jeffrey S. Sarver v. The Hurt Locker LLC, U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (Newark). (Bloomberg -- US)
Court: Selangor MB need not pay Bank Islam yet Mar 4, 2010
However, lawyer for Bank Islam Tommy Thomas argued that this was a straightforward banker-customer breach of contract case. On May 18, 2007, the Mentri Besar had filed a suit against the bank, claiming there was a wrongful sale of his shares in Guthrie under an Al-Bai Bithaman Ajil (BBA) loan facility dated April 30, 2001. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Former Wolf Block Partner Sues for Severance Payments Mar 3, 2010
Budin alleged a breach of contract claim and a wage payment and collection claim. Documents signed when Budin left the firm refer to the payments as both severance and retirement payments. (Law.com)
Tanzania: Tanker Impounded Due to 'Dirty Fuel' Mar 3, 2010
The tanker was halted after MGS and Camel Oil had successfully filed under certificate of urgency a civil case in the High Court claiming $3,200,302 from owners and charterers of the vessel for breach of contract and negligence. On Thursday, the plaintiffs obtained an interim order restraining the giant ship from leaving the Dar es Salaam port. (allAfrica.com)
County ambulance contracts roll along Mar 3, 2010
The first response was to a concern brought up by Bill Wennhold in January concerning the county and MVEMSA options if there is a major breach of contract that could put the community in immediate and imminent danger. Wennhold stated that the contract allowed the provider to continue for 72 hours before service could be suspended. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Wash. to intervene in Yucca Mountain case Mar 2, 2010
On Friday, a federal court awarded Energy Northwest nearly $57 million in damages from the Energy Department for breach of contract for failing to take the utility's spent nuclear fuel, which was to have gone to Yucca Mountain. Energy Northwest operates the only commercial nuclear reactor in the Northwest. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Austin camera maker files trade secret lawsuit against competitor Mar 2, 2010
Previously, Advanced accused failure to deliver a working product and breach of contract when Design Solutions was working for them. That lawsuit was eventually settled. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
Maroga files court papers against Eskom, alleges he was intimidated Feb 28, 2010
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US Congress panel cites evidence of Toyota concealment Feb 28, 2010
Toyota, which has sued Biller for breach of contract, has sought to discredit him while battling unsuccessfully to get back the internal documents he took, arguing that their disclosure would violate attorney-client privilege. Biller's lawyer, Jeffrey Allen, told Reuters his client gained a "sense of vindication" from Towns' finding that there was evidence of Toyota withholding information in defiance of court orders. (Business Report, South Africa)
You and the Law: Risks in renting a vacation cabin Feb 27, 2010
Kristin was caught in a classic breach of contract: A written agreement for a specific date, payment had been made and the owner decided to cancel. Referring to guests canceling a reservation, the contract states, "Between 30 to 60 days prior to the arrival date, a cancellation fee of $500 will be charged.". (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Fitness trainers sue Oprah Winfrey’s Harpo Studios for breach of contract Feb 26, 2010
Oprah Winfrey sued: 2 fitness trainers sue Harpo for breach of contract - CTnow ... The suit alleges breach of contract against Harpo and seeks unspecified damages. (FOX61, CT)
Telecom Cuts Forecast on XT Network Outage Costs, Says Alcatel on Notice Feb 23, 2010
Any questions of breach of contract by Alcatel would be addressed once the faults are diagnosed and fixed, Reynolds said. He denied suggestions that Telecom had cut corners in construction of the network and that it erred in selecting Alcatel as its partner. (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)
Women's dream threatened by termites Feb 22, 2010
The complaint filed in December in Hillsborough County alleges breach of contract with damages in excess of $15,000. "This is a huge impediment in their business plan," said the women's Tampa attorney, Pete Cardillo, who specializes in termite litigation. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
Probe call for Bakers Delight investigation Feb 22, 2010
" The Ombudsman has requested more information from the franchisees and the ACCC, and is expected to make a decision on the complaint by the end of next month. Ms Walter, who claimed Bakers Delight induced a breach of contract on stores she owned in Karrinyup and Belridge at a cost of more than $5 million to her, told WAtoday.com.au that the ex-franchisees questioned the "validity and integrity" of the ACCC investigation. "The ACCC appears reluctant to recognise the relevance and validity of... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
After 9 years, Pough still having fun Feb 21, 2010
e. the controversy involving the firing then reinstatement of defensive line coach Gerald Harrison, breach of contract issues) when you ve had frustration at S.C. State. POUGH: Well, there s always the possibility of frustration. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Jon Gosselin, TLC Settle Suit Feb 19, 2010
Jon Gosselin, TLC Network Reach Settlement In Breach Of Contract Lawsuit; Terms Confidential ... (AP) TLC has settled a breach of contract lawsuit against reality TV star Jon Gosselin, the network said Wednesday. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Md. lawmaker: Ban first-cousin marriages as unsafe Feb 19, 2010
TLC has settled a breach of contract lawsuit against reality TV star Jon Gosselin, the network said Wednesday. TLC sued Gosselin in October, claiming he failed to meet his obligations as an exclusive employee of the network while appearing on rival networks' programs for pay and making unauthorized public disclosures about the show. (Fresno Bee)
Religion News in Brief Feb 18, 2010
His lawsuit alleges breach of contract, emotional distress and damage to his reputation. On Tuesday, U.S. District Judge Ricardo M. Urbina denied Miniter's request to block the Times from transferring assets while the case is pending. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Jon Gosselin, TLC network reach settlement in breach of contract lawsuit; terms confidential Feb 18, 2010
WASHINGTON (AP) TLC has settled a breach of contract lawsuit against reality TV star Jon Gosselin, the network said Wednesday. TLC sued Gosselin in October, claiming he failed to meet his obligations as an exclusive employee of the network while appearing on rival networks' programs for pay and making unauthorized public disclosures about the show. (FOX61, CT)
Jon Gosselin, TLC settle legal battle Feb 18, 2010
The ugly back-and-forth between the network and Gosselin included a lawsuit filed by TLC against Gosselin for alleged breach of contract. It claimed that by making paid and unpaid TV appearances without the cable network's permission he was in violation of his agreement with the channel. (MSNBC -- News)
Shakey's returns to Isles after 30 years Feb 16, 2010
But the new owners, Jack Leibert and David Dawes of Pizza of Hawaii Inc., shut down the business about two years later and were sued by Shakey's for breach of contract. Pizza of Hawaii filed bankruptcy in 1980. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Commissioners unanimously approve support of KBRA Feb 16, 2010
Throw the Bums Out wrote on Feb 9, 2010 11:20 PM:" To concerned;Actually I vigorously opposed theCharter. I am not sure what the charter has to do with the KBRA. Other than one of the commissioners paranoid letter asserting the charter people would try to recall her (kind of a good idea now that I think about it). She must have a fear that people would try to recall her for thumbing her nose at her constituents concerned about KBRA.You have the most absurd reason why to sign on; to be part... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Discover pays $775M to settle with Morgan Stanley Feb 14, 2010
Morgan Stanley, which is based in New York, then sued Discover in a New York court for breach of contract. Discover paid the taxes on the settlement money, which was put in an escrow account pending the outcome of the lawsuit. (USA Today -- Money)
Sorry, we cant find the document Feb 14, 2010
Some business partners had also taken them to court for breach of contract. Unfortunately, the records of the company were so badly kept that it was impossible for management to make the relevant references to enable them address the issues. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Dr. Dre sues over unpaid Chronic royalties Feb 13, 2010
Young's lawsuit seeks unspecified damages of more than $75,000 for several claims, including breach of contract, false advertising, trademark infringement and misappropriation of publicity. "The Chronic" was first released in 1992. (MSNBC -- News)
Gundlach fires back at TCW Feb 11, 2010
Gundlach is suing TCW for breach of contract and related "misconduct arising from firing," according to the complaint ... Gundlach is suing TCW for breach of contract and related "misconduct arising from firing," according to the complaint. (New York Post -- Business)
Carrie Prejean is Engaged Feb 10, 2010
A public battle with the producers of the Miss California USA pageant ended in her contract being terminated in June 2009, with K12 productions citing "continued breach of contract issues" as the reason for the termination. Before Boller, Prejean was rumored to be dating Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps. (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Drunk hotelier abuses Bipasha Feb 8, 2010
It turned out to be anything but that, as accusations of starry tantrums, breach of contract, abusive behaviour, harassment many of them contradictory flew around ... It turned out to be anything but that, as accusations of starry tantrums, breach of contract, abusive behaviour, harassment many of them contradictory flew around. (India Times, India)
North Bend, tribe settle dispute (3) Feb 6, 2010
Photo 1 of 1 NORTH BEND -- A new agreement between the city of North Bend and the Coquille Indian Tribe to put aside a breach of contract lawsuit will mean the city will lose about 100,000 for providing services ... What: The Coquille Indian Tribe and the city of North Bend settled a breach of contract lawsuit. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
PNC sues former employees, Huntington Bank, alleging breach of contract Feb 6, 2010
PNC s suit, filed Jan. 22 in Cuyahoga County s Court of Common Pleas, Cleveland, alleges the employees engaged in misappropriation of trade secrets, breach of contract and breach of fiduciary duty. It accuses Huntington of misappropriation of trade secrets and unfair competition, as well as interference with contract and prospective business relations. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
George Lucas strikes back at Skywalker Outdoor over name Feb 6, 2010
Mr. Lucas' Lucasfilm Ltd. and his Lucasfilm Entertainment Co. Ltd. sued Skywalker Outdoor Inc. for trademark infringement and breach of contract. The suit was filed Wednesday in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Leach's lawyers, Tech have mediation session Feb 6, 2010
He sued the school, alleging libel, slander and breach of contract. State District Judge William Sowder had set Friday as a deadline when he ordered the two sides into mediation Jan. 21. (ESPN -- College Football)
No progress for Leach, Texas Tech in mediation Feb 6, 2010
His suit includes allegations of libel and slander and breach of contract. Leach, who now lives in Key West, Fla. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
PNC sues former employees, Huntington Bank Feb 5, 2010
PNC s suit, filed Jan. 22 in Cuyahoga County s Court of Common Pleas, Cleveland, alleges the employees engaged in misappropriation of trade secrets, breach of contract and breach of fiduciary duty ... In 2004, PNC filed a breach of contract suit against Jay Ferguson and to stop them from recruiting PNC employees for a year. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Football: Court lifts Chelsea's ban Feb 5, 2010
"Accordingly, the player could not have terminated it prematurely and without just cause and Chelsea cannot therefore be liable for inducing a breach of contract. "As a consequence, in light of these new circumstances, the sanctions imposed upon Chelsea FC and the player by the FIFA Dispute Resolution Chamber had to be lifted. "In accordance with the parties' request, the entire proceedings including the arbitral award and the agreement shall remain confidential and the CAS will not comment on... (CNN -- International)
Texas Tech regents vote to proceed with lawsuit Feb 4, 2010
Leach's suit against the school includes slander, libel and breach of contract ... The lawsuit's claims against the school include slander, libel and breach of contract. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
City, tribe silent during lawsuit settlement Feb 4, 2010
Thursday, February 04, 2010. During a press conference at the Southwest Oregon Regional Airport, U.S. District Judge Michael Hogan the mediator in the case signed a consent decree for a 10-year agreement. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Lawsuits follow collapse of Krahl Construction Feb 4, 2010
The lawsuits, which both allege breach of contract, dont come as a surprise to industry sources given that such guarantees are common in the construction industry particularly for mid-size firms like Krahl, which had a total of about 150 employees at its headquarters, 322 S. Green St., and another office outside Denver. The suit from Hartford, Conn. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Gas guzzling superintendent fuels suspicions of wasteful spending in DeKalb Feb 3, 2010
Say What , they should not pay out his contract they should just fire him for breach of contract (moral terpitude). It s unchecked & wasteful spending like this along with bonuses to fund managers of losing retirement funds that keep teachers from being paid what they re really worth. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Sources: Leach, Tech on schedule for mediation Feb 3, 2010
Leach's lawsuit includes charges of libel and slander, breach of contract and violation of Texas' Whistleblower Act, among other allegations. The school filed motions last month asking Sowder to dismiss Leach's lawsuit, claiming it was immune from such legal action under grounds of sovereign immunity, which means a state agency or entity cannot be sued without permission from the Texas legislature or without a waiver based on a defendant's conduct. (ESPN -- College Football)
Mediator will discuss tribe's dispute with NB Feb 3, 2010
The legal battle began in September, when the city filed a lawsuit against the tribe and its business arm, CEDCO, for breach of contract. The lawsuit contends the tribe and CEDCO failed to pay for city services, including police, fire and sewer or for an in-lieu of hotel/motel tax. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Cousins Properties sues Bank of America Plaza owner Feb 2, 2010
The 29-page lawsuit against Los Angeles-based BentleyForbes seeks unspecified damages stemming from the alleged breach of contract. This is an egregious breach of contract by BentleyForbes," Cousins spokesman Cameron Golden said in a statement Monday night. "They wrongfully terminated their own agreement after we provided first-class property management service. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Tops completes Penn Traffic deal Feb 2, 2010
Last week, Rotterdam-based sued Penn Traffic, based in Syracuse, for breach of contract, seeking $1. 6 million in damages. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Modesto layoff initiates lawsuit Feb 2, 2010
Speckmann is seeking unspecified damages in a breach of contract lawsuit against the city and the Modesto Police Department. Speckmann says he was "blackballed" and targeted for "termination" after nearly 11 years of service with the Police Department. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Suit: Rangers, Hicks didn't pay $6.9M for work Feb 2, 2010
Charges: breach of contract, unjust enrichment, fraudulent misrepresentation. Hicks Sports Group has agreed to sell the Rangers. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
'Walking away' not immoral, professor says Jan 31, 2010
The reason it's called a "non-deficiency" statute, Loeb said, is that it establishes default and subsequent foreclosure as a valid means of fulfilling a mortgage contract, as opposed to being a breach of contract in which one party's actions are considered "deficient.". Loeb said he thinks much of the criticism aimed at homeowners who default is based on a poor understanding of what a contract is. (AZCentral -- Business)
Court OKs partial Atmel suit settlement Jan 30, 2010
The actions also allege various claims for insider trading, violations of federal and state securities laws, breaches of fiduciary duty, aiding and abetting, unjust enrichment, constructive fraud, corporate waste, breach of contract, abuse of control, gross mismanagement, accounting, rescission, constructive trust, and violation of California Corporations Code sections 25402 and 25403. All of the defendants denied, and continue to deny, each and every allegation in the actions, the company said. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Sly Stone sues ex-manager, claiming millions kept Jan 29, 2010
The lawsuit claims nearly 20 causes of action against Goldstein and other defendants, including allegations of fraud, breach of contract, unjust enrichment and breach of fiduciary duty. The legal action claims Goldstein, his longtime companion Claire Levine and attorney Glenn Stone set up several companies to divert royalty payments and borrow against Stone's work. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Price Chopper sues Penn Traffic for $1.6M Jan 29, 2010
has sued the owner of the bankrupt P&C supermarkets for breach of contract, seeking $1. 6 million in damages. (Albany Business Review, NY)
Football: Mutu fails another drug test Jan 29, 2010
Chelsea sued Mutu for breach of contract, and the player is still in the process of making a third appeal against a fine levied at more than 17 million euros. Mutu is under contract with the Viola until June 2012 and has scored four goals in 11 league appearances this season. (CNN -- International)
Sly Stone Sues Former Manager Jerry Goldstein for Damages of $50 Million for Converting or Misappropriating Sly Stone's Royalties Jan 29, 2010
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Legendary funk artist Sly Stone filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles Superior Court today on the eve of the Grammys charging his former manager Jerry Goldstein with fraud, breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, and conversion for diverting, converting and misappropriating his royalties and assets for over 20 years. The suit demands a full accounting from royalty collection companies to determine actual amounts taken but they are estimated to be in the $20-30... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Texas Tech: James Threatened to Sue Over Leach Jan 29, 2010
Leach denied the allegations, and responded to his firing with a lawsuit against the university, alleging libel, slander and breach of contract. ABC 7 Talkback. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Security Program for NYC Subways in 'Disarray' Jan 28, 2010
"The MTA has asserted Lockheed's failure to perform and its breach of contract," said MTA spokesman Kevin Ortiz. "However, we are not waiting for the outcome of ongoing litigation to secure our transit network and will finish the project with available funds.". (ABC News)
Charlotte Jet says Harrises owe it $300,000 Jan 27, 2010
They alleged fraud and breach of contract. In its response, Charlotte Jet and Shafer deny any wrongdoing. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
Dallas Jury Awards Casual Video Game Publisher MumboJumbo $4.6 Million in Lawsuit Against PopCap Jan 26, 2010
PopCap Games liable for fraud, tortious interference, breach of contract. Buzz up. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Judge Finds Agreement Between Firm, Ex-Partner Ambiguous on Arbitration Requirement Jan 26, 2010
Stephen Connoni, who was fired in September 2008 a year after joining Edwards Angell, sued the firm in April for breach of contract. Edwards Angell sought to dismiss the suit and compel Connoni to arbitrate his claims under a provision in its partnership agreement. (Law.com)
From happy to nasty: inside the battle for the heart of Jim's Jan 25, 2010
He is among the few present franchisors still in Jim's Group prepared to be named, with many fearing they could be in breach of contract if they do so. Sunshine Coast-based Munday ran a successful painting co-operative, which had close to 100 stores nationally, before buying the divisional rights for Jim's Painting. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Story:House budget writers hammer Va. computer agency Jan 23, 2010
"In my opinion, if we file suit (for) breach of contract, theoretically the whole IT system could have collapsed," Phillips said. "It wouldn't have been a computer off line a few days and then put it back on.". (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Carothers Crossing suitor sues GreenBank Jan 23, 2010
A real estate investment company that was in negotiations to buy , a troubled traditional neighborhood development in Nolensville, has filed suit against the project's developers for breach of contract and against for breach of trust and interfering with purchase negotiations. LLC, registered in Delaware, filed its suit in U.S. District Court in Nashville Tuesday against GreenBank, , LLC and , Inc.. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
Mediation ordered in Leach's suit vs. Texas Tech Jan 22, 2010
His suit includes allegations of libel and slander and breach of contract. Leach has denied he mistreated receiver , who said his coach twice ordered him to stand for hours while confined in a dark place during practice. (ESPN -- College Football)
Judge slows, but allows Leach lawsuit vs. T. Tech Jan 22, 2010
His suit includes allegations of libel and slander, breach of contract and violation of Texas' Whistleblower Act ... "I think we all know what we're dealing with is a waiver of conduct on the breach of contract" claim, Sowder said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Judge orders Leach mediation Jan 22, 2010
His suit includes allegations of libel and slander and breach of contract ... His suit includes allegations of libel and slander and breach of contract. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Business closings hit Northsight Village Jan 22, 2010
Scottsdale Bakery has three years left on its lease, and Rowenhorst is being sued for breach of contract. She said she plans to file for personal bankruptcy. (AZCentral -- Business)
