Letter: McCain could do better much better Sep 19, 2008
When a conservative Alaskan columnist, Paul Jenkins unearthed e-mail messages indicating Palin was illegally conducting campaign business from the mayor's office, Palin admitted the breach of trust saying, "Yeah, what I did was wrong." But Palin immediately went on the attack producing a press release in which she claimed the columnist was initiating a "smear campaign.". The McCain ticket claims to want to reduce the tax burden and as evidence points to Palin's reduction in property taxes. (Montana Standard, MT)
Livni likely to be Israel PM Sep 18, 2008
The elections to choose a party successor became necessary following public uproar against Olmert over a series of corruption charges that may lead to his indictment for bribery, fraud and breach of trust. Olmert has vowed to step down after the election of new party leader. (India Times)
MLA Hayer was probed over legislature raid, Supreme court hears Sep 18, 2008
benefit, breach of trust and fraud for allegedly leaking information about the bidding process in the government's sale of B.C. Rail. Aneal Basi is accused of money-laundering for allegedly accepting money and transferring it to David Basi, his cousin. (The Province)
Samsung Loses Its Head Sep 17, 2008
Although Lee spent two decades in the Samsung driver's seat, successfully fending off other scandals and charges, the latest indictment on charges of tax evasion and breach of trust have led to his downfall. Here is how the drama unfolded. (Forbes -- Technology)
Healing after a betrayal Sep 16, 2008
Any breach of trust can make it difficult to trust in your next relationship ... And while infidelity may top the list, any severe breach of trust that strains a relationship, from deception to stealing, can instantly obliterate years of honorable conduct and make it difficult to trust again. (CNN)
Dion unveils $420-million fisheries plan Sep 16, 2008
There is a breach of trust between Stephen Harper and the people of Newfoundland and Labrador, Mr. Dion said. What he did for the people Newfoundland and Labrador he may do everywhere everywhere in Canada. (Globe and Mail)
Gender bias in casino's washroom, court rules Sep 16, 2008
When that didn't work, she tried another part-time position but eventually quit in May, 2003, saying in her letter of resignation that she was leaving because of a breach of trust and conduct by her managers. She also filed a complaint with the Ontario Human Rights Commission. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Payroll glitch will cost W. Melbourne workers Sep 15, 2008
"To demand repayment after the decision was made to not require repayment would be a serious breach of trust that would have long-term adverse impacts," he wrote. But the City Council unanimously voted to reverse that decision, because Florida law requires the repayment. (Florida Today)
Israel's Olmert to step down this month Sep 12, 2008
Olmert, who says he is innocent, has not been charged, though police investigators this week formally recommended he be indicted on bribery, breach of trust and money laundering charges. More from msnbc. (MSNBC -- International)
T K Arun: Nuclear disarmament next Sep 11, 2008
Would this amount to breach of trust ... And, from Indias point of view, the state departments views on the 123 deal do amount to breach of trust. (India Times)
Betrayal of trust, or a novel way to drum up publicity? Sep 11, 2008
Meyer is understandably upset about the breach of trust. But she's going even further: Like a child tipping over the Monopoly board, she's saying it's all ruined, unsalvageable, not worth pursuing now. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Sen committed impropriety, has to go: Balakrishnan Sep 9, 2008
There has been misappropriation (at least temporarily) of sale proceeds; mere monetary recompense under the compulsion of a judicial order does not obliterate the breach of trust and misappropriation of receiver s funds for his personal gain, and the conduct of Justice Sen brought disrepute to the high judicial office and dishonour to the institution of judiciary, undermining the faith and confidence reposed by the public in the administration of justice. In the opinion of the committee, the... (Hindu)
Olmert allegedly still looks for overtime Sep 9, 2008
Micky Rosenfeld, spokesman for Israeli police, told Xinhua that the police has recommended that the premier should be charged with bribery, the most severe charge he faced, fraud, breach of trust and a string of other charges. JERUSALEM, Aug. 29 (Xinhua) -- Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert was questioned by police for the seventh time on Friday over his alleged corruption, local daily newspaper Jerusalem Post reported. (Xinhuanet, China)
Israeli police recommend to indict Olmert's ex-law partner Sep 8, 2008
Israeli police recommended on Sunday evening to indict Olmert on charges of bribery, fraud, breach of trust and a string of others in the Rishon tours double billing affair and the Talansky affair. The police are set to give their recommendations to the State Attorney's Office. (Xinhua)
Police recommend indictment against Olmert Sep 8, 2008
Micky Rosenfeld, spokesman for Israeli police, told Xinhua that the police has recommended that the premier should be charged with bribery, the most severe charge he faced, fraud, breach of trust and a string of other charges. The decision was made after a five-hour meeting over the premier's probes on Sunday afternoon. (Xinhuanet, China)
Former MTDC boss acquitted of CBT Sep 6, 2008
KUALA LUMPUR: A Sessions Court here acquitted a former chief executive officer of Malaysian Technology Development Corporation Sdn Bhd (MTDC) of committing criminal breach of trust involving RM53,733 of company shares. Judge S.M. Komathy Suppiah said there was no prima facie case against Datuk Anuar Md Nor, 53, who was accused of misappropriating the shares entrusted to him on Dec 16, 1999 in Desa Pandan. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Societe Generale Auditors Will Meet With Judges About Kerviel Accounting Sep 6, 2008
The 31-year-old junior trader is under investigation for breach of trust and hacking into computers to execute and hide trades. During his interrogation on Sept. 3, Kerviel's lawyers asked the judges to bring in the bank's accountants to see what it knew of his activities. (Bloomberg -- Europe)
Curbishley resigns as West Ham manager Sep 4, 2008
In a statement released via the League Managers' Association, Curbishley insisted his position was made untenable by the breach of trust over transfers ... "However, the club continued to make significant player decisions without involving me. In the end such a breach of trust and confidence meant that I had no option but to leave. Nevertheless, I wish the club and the players every success in the future.". (CNN -- International)
Curbs is first to go Sep 4, 2008
LONDON: Alan Curbishley said that a breach of trust and confidence led to his resignation as West Ham United manager yesterday after less than two years at Upton Park ... In the end such a breach of trust and confidence meant that I had no option but to leave. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Ex-director charged with RM13.7m CBT Sep 4, 2008
8mil, was yesterday charged with three counts of criminal breach of trust involving RM13. 7mil. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Interpreter held over missing bonds Aug 31, 2008
Johor Baru South OCPD Asst Comm Zainuddin Ahmad confirmed the arrest and said the suspect was being investigated for criminal breach of trust. It is learnt that police began their probe after the magistrate claimed a court interpreter was found in possession of classified court documents. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
* Court clears Hsu and convicts Lin in Sogo lawsuit Aug 30, 2008
Hsu, Lin, former Pacific Distribution Investment Co chairman Lee Heng-lung () and three officials from Lin and Hsus companies were indicted for forgery and breach of trust by Taipei prosecutors in 2006 for their roles in the management takeover of the Pacific Sogo Department Store (vRf) in September 2002 ... The court said, however, that Lin, who agreed to help Chang secure capital for Sogo when it was experiencing financial difficulties, instead secretly helped Hsu gain... (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
* Far Eastern, subsidiaries shares suffer on legal woes Aug 29, 2008
FALLOUT: Investors have been selling Far Eastern Group shares ahead of todays court ruling in a breach of trust and forgery case filed against chairman Douglas Hsu By Kevin Chen STAFF REPORTER Friday, Aug 29, 2008, Page 11 ... Far Eastern Group companies may face near-term downside pressures if the ruling on charges of breach of trust and forgery goes against Hsu over his role in the management takeover of the Pacific Sogo Department Store (vRf) in September 2002, an analyst said... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Keep It Together Aug 28, 2008
He has written: "The National Conference leaders considered it a breach of trust and a challenge to the self-respect of Kashmiris and since the organisation was deeply entrenched at the grass-root level... the entire population was electrified with repulsion for Pakistan". Not just National Conference volunteers, the entire population stood up against the Paki 00004000 stani invaders and supported Kashmir's accession to India. (India Times, India)
The World's Richest Tax Cheats Aug 28, 2008
To be included, an individual had to be convicted of tax evasion, or had to accept responsibility for the charges levied against him (as former Samsung Group Chairman Lee Kun-Hee did in April when he was indicted on charges of tax evasion and breach of trust). Not surprisingly, Americans dominate the list. (Forbes)
Ex-company director charged with cheating ad firm Aug 25, 2008
DPP Lee Keng Fatt asked the court to set a joint-trial with a criminal breach of trust case involving both the same accused and would be calling 40 witnesses. Lawyer Haniff Khatri Abdulla, who represented Cho, and defence counsel Harcharanjit Singh who acted for Ann, said they had no objections to a joint-trial. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
* Prosecutors target former Far Eastern Air executives Aug 22, 2008
Taiwanese prosecutors are seeking prison terms of up to 18 years for former executives of Far Eastern Air Transport Corp (FAT, ), accusing them of embezzling, forgery and breach of trust surrounding the collapse of the insolvent airline. Former chairman Stephen Tsuei (Z) faces 18 years in jail and Benny Hu (Jw^), another former chairman, may get a six-year sentence, while former president Philip Chen (|s) could spend 14 years in prison, the Taipei District Prosecutors Office said... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Lawyer claims trial to five CBT charges Aug 21, 2008
KUALA LUMPUR: A lawyer claimed trial in the Sessions Court here to five counts of criminal breach of trust (CBT) involving RM13,500. Kharida Ramli, 44, from Ipoh, is alleged to have committed the offence with cash belonging to a law firm between April 4, 2000 and April 14, 2005. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Guilty plea in CBT case Aug 21, 2008
KUALA LUMPUR: She was wheeled into the courtroom to face a criminal breach of trust (CBT) charge. Shortly after, former Putrajaya post office manager Zaharah Jaafar, 45, broke into tears as she pleaded guilty. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Stylist jailed over theft of hair irons Aug 21, 2008
This was a breach of trust. "Charlie Miller, the Scottish hairdresser of the year, who had hired spies to uncover the thief, claimed that a total of almost 80,000 worth of stock was taken, but prosecutors could not put an exact figure on the amount. Last month's trial had heard that Mr Miller hired private detectives to snoop on staff after accountants found a massive black hole in stock from two salons in Edinburgh.McMorrine, who managed the Ocean Terminal salon and worked in the South St... (Scotsman)
ARPS Scandal: Banks Must Rebuild Investors' Trust Aug 20, 2008
Cuomo characterized UBS's actions as a "flagrant breach of trust.". Katrina Byrne, a spokeswoman for UBS, responded: "We categorically reject any claim that the firm engaged in any widespread campaign to move auction rate securities inventory from our own books into private client accounts." As for the emails, she said, "We were disappointed the New York Attorney General released details on certain transactions when we conducted our own internal investigation with the assistance of external... (SmartMoney)
NDC Clarifies Its Position On The Sale Of GT Aug 19, 2008
The long-term damage to Ghanas economy and national security is a breach of trust which goes to the root of the relationship between a government and its people. As custodians of this countrys national assets the NDC nurtured the productive enterprises belonging to the people of Ghana and increased their market value prior to the handing over of the reigns of government to the NPP in 2000. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
How It Was Once Done Aug 15, 2008
The suspicious congressmen arrived bearing what they thought was convincing evidence of the secretary of the Treasury's breach of trust. (The evidence had been supplied by two shady characters who'd been accused of embezzling from the Treasury, and were looking for a way to plea-bargain their way out of criminal charges. (Townhall.com)
Convicted man was a scapegoat Aug 15, 2008
KUALA LUMPUR: Former Rural Development Ministry secretary-general Datuk Dr Abdul Aziz Muhamad who was convicted in 2005 for abetment in criminal breach of trust was a scapegoat, his lawyer argued during an appeal at the High Court ... He was found guilty of abetting Ketengah general manager Datuk Alwi Said, 57, in criminal breach of trust (CBT) and cheating involving RM9mil of Terengganu Tengah Development Authority (Ketengah) funds. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Court fines driver for breach of trust Aug 15, 2008
00 for fraudulent breach of trust. In default, Opoku will go to jail for six months. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
CAG expresses its frustration with unannounced work Aug 13, 2008
Referring to the lack of communication between the EPA and the CAG in June and July, Conner said this "led to a situation where there were fears because it does have to do with our health and economic well-being." Referring to the community update handout distributed by the EPA the week of July 21, CAG member Diane Morgan told EPA officials "receiving a letter July 21 that we started work July 7 is not good enough. There has been a breach of trust that notice was not forthcoming before the... (Springfield Sun, PA)
* Court drops case against Lo Fu-chu Aug 13, 2008
Taipei prosecutors indicted Lo on June 7, 2002, on charges of corruption, fraud, breach of trust, usury, forgery and misappropriation of funds, and asked for a 30-year prison sentence. Shortly before Los indictment, then-president Chen Shui-bian () had issued a call to eradicate black gold politics and put the most notorious gangster in northern Taiwan behind bars. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Apollo CEO held, gets bail Aug 13, 2008
The Hyderabad police said a court at Aligarh had issued a non-bailable warrant against Jalan on charges of criminal breach of trust and cheating. The case was booked on a complaint filed by the promoter of Rex Healthcare India Pvt Ltd.. (Sify.com, India)
Société Générale can't escape trading scandal Aug 13, 2008
Kerviel is under formal investigation for breach of trust, computer abuse and falsification. Goldman Sachs has said that although the Soci. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
President pardons Hyundai's boss Aug 12, 2008
South Korea's president has pardoned the Hyundai Motor boss Chung Mong-koo who was found guilty of breach of trust and embezzlement last year. Mr Chung was given a three-year jail term, which was later suspended. (BBC News)
What I Learned at Harvard Business School Aug 12, 2008
For those who had been accepted, Harvard retracted its offers, and its dean called the behavior "a serious breach of trust." But in Broughton's "corporate accountability" class, it was Harvard that was faulted 75% of the class sided with the hackers. The author gives insight into daily life at Harvard and the "fear of missing out" that leads many students to attend every event, no matter how trivial. (BusinessWeek)
Teacher jailed for filming boys in toilets Aug 11, 2008
Judge Kennedy said that it was a gross breach of trust and an invasion of privacy. Privilege's conduct has betrayed the school, the boys and their parents. (The West Australian)
Local lawyer criticizes funds suit ruling Aug 9, 2008
"In general, it holds the government accountable for their breach of trust to Indian people in mismanaging their assets and their resources.". At issue was how much of the royalty money was withheld from the Indian plaintiffs over the years, and whether it was held in the U.S. treasury at a benefit to the government. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Ubi suing over Ass Creed PC leak Aug 8, 2008
The company described the leak as representing "an extraordinary breach of trust and gross negligence", and reckons OEM is effectively responsible for 700,000 downloads of the game. Clang. (Eurogamer)
Petrol station cashier jailed for 'village of the scammed' fraud Aug 6, 2008
Sentencing, Recorder Duncan Smith said: "It was a gross breach of trust to your employer, who relies on the good faith of his staff and on the custom his customers bring him. "It was a huge fraud. One doesn't know how badly his business will be affected or if some people will choose to go elsewhere for their petrol. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Two face charges in multistate crimes Aug 6, 2008
A former Kmart employee, Kimberly Genesis Gooden, 21, of 841 Solomon Terrace, Orangeburg, was released on a $15,000 personal recognizance bond Monday after being charged with breach of trust over $5,000 and financial identity fraud. A spokesperson for Kmart s corporate office declined to comment other than to say the company would cooperate with law enforcement in any manner. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Ren Ci Hospital and Medicare Centre regains IPC status Aug 6, 2008
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Kerviel's Assistant Handed Preliminary Charges Aug 5, 2008
Investigating judges have filed preliminary charges against him for forgery, breach of trust and logging false data. Preliminary charges give judges time to pursue an investigation that could result in a trial or in charges being dropped. (ABC News -- Wire)
'Rogue trader' assistant probed Aug 5, 2008
An internal report by SocGen found "signs of internal complicity' by Mr Kerviel's assistant. Mr Kerviel himself is currently free on bail and is under investigation for breach of trust, computer abuse and falsification. He has denied doing anything wrong and claims that the bank knew what he was doing but was happy as long as he was making money. Bookmark with: SOCGEN'S ROGUE TRADER LATEST NEWS BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS RELATED INTERNET LINKS The BBC is not responsible for the content of external... (BBC News -- Europe)
Societe General in profit slump Aug 5, 2008
Mr Kerviel has been freed from bail since March but remains under investigation for breach of trust, computer abuse and falsification. Societe Generale said its corporate and investment banking arm made a 186m-euro loss in the quarter, down from a profit of 721m euros in the same period a year earlier. (BBC News -- Business)
Societe Generale Profit Falls 63%; Writedowns Trigger Investment Bank Loss Aug 5, 2008
Kerviel, 31, who has admitted to trading without permission and faking documents, is under investigation for breach of trust and hacking into the bank's computers to execute and hide trades. a lawyer for Kerviel, said yesterday that the former trader's managers were aware of his activities and only assigned blame when the positions soured. (Bloomberg -- Europe)
* Lobbying Act to take effect on Friday Aug 4, 2008
In addition, any persons who have been convicted of sedition, treason, graft, organized crime, fraud, embezzlement or breach of trust are forbidden from lobbying on others behalf. Incumbent elected representatives and their associates cannot lobby for enterprises that they operate or those in which they have a stake of more than 10 percent. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Police still questioning Olmert, who lashes back Aug 2, 2008
Inevitably, the spectacle of a sitting prime minister being investigated for crimes including bribery, fraud and breach of trust has caused palpable tension between Olmert and the law enforcement authorities. His lawyers have contended that the state prosecutors and the police marked the prime minister, determined to bring him down, while the attorney general, Menachem Mazuz, suggested last week that Olmert has been trying to obstruct the investigation, saying "the police have met considerable... (International Herald Tribune)
Police report says Société Générale was unaware of rogue trades Aug 2, 2008
Kerviel faces charges of forgery, breach of trust and unauthorized computer use. His new chief lawyer, Bernard Bena. (International Herald Tribune)
Report Says French Bank Trader's Managers Were Negligent Aug 2, 2008
He faces charges for forgery, breach of trust and unauthorized computer use. In the evidence summary, the police report said that last December three traders on Mr. Kerviel s trading desk the Delta One agreed to accept transfers of some of his profits to their profit and loss accounts. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Report: SocGen trader's supervisors were negligent Aug 1, 2008
Investigating judges have filed preliminary charges against Kerviel for forgery, breach of trust and unauthorized computer use. The report by financial investigators, which joins various other documents in the probe, concluded, "We can legitimately believe that the size of the financial losses can be explained by the fraudulent maneuvers of a trader who abused his superiors by taking advantage of their failings and the breakdown of internal controls," according to Le Figaro. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Siemens Seeks Damages From 11 Ex-Execs Jul 30, 2008
The supervisory board acted one day after a Munich court convicted a former Siemens manager of its ICN fixed-line telephone network division of breach of trust in the first trial related to the scandal. Prosecutors said the ex-manager, Reinhard Siekaczek, set up a complex network of shell corporations to siphon off company money over several years. (ABC News -- Wire)
Cambodian Prince Ranariddh loses case at Supreme Court Jul 30, 2008
PHNOM PENH, July 30 (Xinhua) -- The Cambodian Supreme Court on Wednesday announced its verdict to uphold the judgment of the Appeal Court for the case of breach of trust over selling of the co-ruling Funcinpec Party's headquarters by Prince Norodom Ranariddh. "We uphold the judgments of the Appeal Court which sentenced the prince to 18 months in jail and compensation of 150,000 U.S. dollars to the Funcinpec Party over the case breach of trust," said Khim Pon, president of the council of judges... (Xinhuanet, China)
Former Siemens manager convicted Jul 29, 2008
Mr Siekaczek was found guilty on 49 counts of breach of trust for his role in alleged illegal activity at the firm's fixed-line telephone business ICN in the first part of the decade ... Last May two former employees in the firm's power generation unit were convicted of bribery and breach of trust. (BBC News -- Europe)
Govt won't ask police to drop probe, says Syed Hamid Jul 29, 2008
Syed Hamid said it was unethical for the medical report to be leaked, as this constituted a breach of trust between the doctor and patient, and urged the medical fraternity to look into this. He also denied the police was concealing this piece of evidence, adding that they were in no position to disclose the contents of any report. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Former Siemens manager convicted in bribery case Jul 28, 2008
Reinhard Siekaczek, 57, was found guilty on 49 counts of breach of trust on Monday in the first trial arising from a sweeping investigation into suspected corruption and bribery that has deeply bruised Siemens's reputation. Siemens has been grappling for more than a year with allegations that it bribed its way into contracts around the world to the tune of at least 1. (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Former Siemens manager convicted of corruption; sentenced to probation and fined Jul 28, 2008
Reinhard Siekaczek, 57, was convicted of 49 counts of breach of trust by the Munich state court. During his trial, he acknowledged setting up slush funds while a manager at the ICN fixed-line telephone network division. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
* Yuanta officials released on bail after questioning Jul 27, 2008
Prosecutors have not indicted the three, but said they suspect the trio violated breach of trust and the Securities Transaction Law (k). Taipei District Prosecutors Office spokesman Lin Jinn-tsun (LA) said that Rudy Ma (), Yuantas founder and Tus husband, and their daughter Ma Wei-hsin (Y), chairwoman for Yuanta Investment Trust Co (jH), would soon be subpoenaed. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Nigeria: El-Rufai Sued Over N32 Billion Housing Fund Jul 26, 2008
They alleged that El-Rufai abused his office and committed criminal breach of trust when he allocated "655 plots of land when he ceased to be minister from May 16, 2007 as the federal executive council was already dissolved by former President Olusegun Obasanjo.". The plaintiff counsel Mr Ogboli Charles, Osuagwu Ugochukwu and Okpara Ifianyi are seeking an order of the court declaring that the former minister and Malam Umar Abbas Ibrahim, who chaired the committee that sold the houses are liable... (allAfrica.com)
Another Day, Another Probe Jul 25, 2008
"Not only is UBS guilty of committing a flagrant breach of trust," Cuomo said, "its top executives jumped ship as soon as the securities market started to collapse, leaving thousands of customers holding the bag.". The UBS spokeswoman says the firm "categorically rejects" the claims. (Forbes)
