Israel sued over dead US activist Mar 12, 2010
The civil action against the Israeli defence ministry will decide whether damages should be paid for her death in Gaza at the age of 23. Ms Corrie and other activists had been trying to stop the demolition of Palestinian homes. (BBC News -- Africa)
Highley takes his request to commission Mar 11, 2010
It was mentioned there are some state statutes that pertain to such cemeteries, and commissioners also suggested that a civil action might be the best avenue for Highley to proceed. "I know this is important to you," Burgess said. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Parents to open own probe into son's fatal accident with polo mogul Goodman Mar 11, 2010
He said the firm's involvement "could include civil action arising from the death.". The law firm will hold a news conference Thursday afternoon to announce the beginning of the private investigation. (The Palm Beach Post)
PIPE speculation rattles investors Mar 9, 2010
A 2007 Securities and Exchange Commission release in relation to the settlement of civil action noted that ''Sure Trace is a development stage company that sells purported technology that allows identification images to be permanently imprinted on an object. The Commission's complaint alleges that on September 14, 2004, Sure Trace issued a press release claiming it had signed a contract for $6 million gross annual revenue, when, in fact, it had not secured the contract. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Letters to the editor Mar 9, 2010
I do understand that what is happening on our campuses because of budget cuts is terrible, and I do value the power of numbers, whether in the form of protests or other civil action - but shutting down campuses and setting off fire alarms, doesn't it simply disrupt a system already in crisis and only hurt those suffering ... Just wonder what civil action could make a difference. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
AGs Report: Action against 72 officers, 23 companies Mar 8, 2010
He said the action taken against officers included termination of employment, a fine of equivalent to two or three days emolument, surcharge, civil action and warning. Action taken against companies include blacklisting and civil action, he said in a statement. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Don’t forget us, Oscar Mar 7, 2010
A Civil Action: two nominations, no wins. The Crucible: two nominations, no wins. (Boston Globe)
Tell me again why we dont need healthcare reform (4) Feb 28, 2010
When they have been abused the they have the right to take civil action. For many years I belonged to "rationed" care system. (Boerne Star, TX)
Zambry files RM100mil suit against Wan Azizah for defamation Feb 26, 2010
He named the publisher of Suara Keadilan Pelita Koridor Sdn Bhd and the newspapers printer Percetakan NPK Sdn Bhd as the remaining two defendants in the civil action. He filed the suit at the High Court civil registry here at 2. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
No charges in fatal fire hose accident Feb 24, 2010
King s family has declined to comment on any potential civil action. Conflicting reports about the criminal investigation surfaced on Feb. 8, when King s relatives came forward, saying the district attorney s office informed them that no criminal charges would be filed. (Boston Globe)
Law would protect employees' gun rights Feb 23, 2010
"No person, property owner, tenant, employer, or business entity shall be liable in any civil action for any occurrence that results from or is connected to the use of a firearm that was lawfully stored" in a locked parked car, the bill says. Cheatham said HB 171 would infringe on business owners' property rights. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
MichaelMcCannSports Law Could the death of the Georgian luger result in IOC getting sued? Feb 23, 2010
Civil action a possibility in Olympic luger's death - Michael McCann - SI.com ... Civil action a possibility in wake of luger's death at Vancouver Games ... Will the death of 21-year-old Georgian luger Nodar Kumaritashvili during a training run for the XXI Olympic Winter Games lead to a civil action. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
High Court May Favor Clients Over Lawyers in Fee Shift Dispute Feb 23, 2010
The act awards attorney fees and expenses to "a prevailing party other than the United States" in any civil action against the government unless the court finds the government's position was "substantially justified" or an award would be unjust ... Amicus briefs supporting Ratliff note that more than 12,000 civil actions have been filed annually challenging administrative denials of Social Security claims -- 5 percent of all civil claims filed in federal court -- and half of all fee awards under... (Law.com)
Not so clever? Feb 13, 2010
Mr Kochanowski, who became ill with swine flu in December, asked the prosecutor's office to investigate the government's actions but it declined to do so and now the Ombudsman is taking civil action against the ministry, announcing on his Twitter page that "the crusade has just begun". Dr Jacek Mrukowicz, the editor-in-chief of Practical Medicine-Paediatrics, admits that the government faced "very difficult" decisions about the risk assessment of swine flu and how best to protect citizens. (BBC News -- Health)
Summary Box: Juniper settles backdating lawsuit Feb 11, 2010
SEC drops civil action against ex-Broadcom execs. The Securities and Exchange Commission says it will not pursue a civil action for stock option backdating filed against four of Broadcom Corp.'s former executives ... SEC drops civil action against ex-Broadcom execs. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
‘Right to Repair’ auto bill recommended for passage Feb 10, 2010
Under the proposal, an independent shop could take civil action for any damages caused by withheld information. If the shop wins its case, it would be entitled to recover triple damages, including the cost of litigation. (Boston Globe)
Indian Lake developer asks for $8 million bond Jan 30, 2010
Indian Lake developer asks for 8 million bond - Somerset - Daily American. Mary Jo Takacs appealed Judge David C. Klementik s opinion in a case in which she is requesting St. Clair Resort Development s building permits be revoked for the Waccamaw townhouses. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Tengku Fakhry loses case against Regent Jan 30, 2010
In dismissing the latters judicial review application, High Court judge Justice Mohamad Ariff Md Yusof yesterday ordered the prince to pay costs to the Regent and seven others named in the civil action. He ruled that the action of the Regent in revoking his brothers membership in the council on Sept 16, last year could not be challenged in any court of law as the subject matter was non-justiciable. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Temporary restraining order stops raid of VictoryLand Jan 30, 2010
In the civil action, Gray asked Fifth Judicial Circuit Court Judge Tom Young to prohibit (Tyson) and the troopers from seizing, confiscating, removing, shutting down or destroying any property within VictoryLand or closing the operation or interfering with public access to the facilities. On the way to Alexander City, I received a phone call telling us that officers were surrounding the place and dealing with the machines, Gray said. (Wetumpka Herald, AL)
Indonesian maid Nirmala sues former employer (Update) Jan 28, 2010
Yim has an appeal still pending at the Court of Appeal, but Kavimani said the civil action has nothing to do with the criminal matter. In law, we can claim for damages. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Co-op considers options for overdue water bills Jan 21, 2010
"The best you can do is a civil action," Baker said. For that reason, Baker suggested the board consider taking one of two courses of action. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Mass. regulations change on definition of sale Jan 19, 2010
The attorney general s office, which is responsible for enforcing a long list of regulations for retail pricing, has the authority to fine a business as much as $5,000 for breaking the rules and can also demand consumer restitution or take civil action. But when it comes to determining whether retailers are truthful in their sales advertising, there s an information gap. (Boston Globe)
Safety issues? Jan 18, 2010
To Pats55-I actually like lawyers, and love the movie "A Civil Action" with John Travolta. I can tell you're mad at me. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
EDITORIAL: Slow state's foreclosure rate Jan 17, 2010
Penalties could include civil action or criminal charges. Perez said the unit is working with other federal bodies, including the Treasury Department, in its investigation. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Final judgments issued in securities case Jan 16, 2010
They were defendants in a civil action filed by the in 2008 along with Dr. Zachariah P. Zachariah, a former chairman of the in Tampa. The SEC said Zachariah Zachariah engaged in illegal insider trading and provided information about two companies, and , to Mammen Zachariah, his brother. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Across the area Jan 14, 2010
Magazine grades states' education. Education in Georgia and South Carolina received a B-minus, scoring better than the national grade of C on a report card prepared by Education Week magazine. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Prince vs Prince: Court wants both sides to submit Jan 12, 2010
In elaborating in his grounds, Justice Mohamad Ariff said the presence of the Attorney-Generals Chambers representative in the court proceedings was highly recommended but the court has to take note that certain facts were known to respondents who were named in the application as happened in the civil action. However, Justice Mohamad Ariff noted that it was not a mandatory requirement for all cases to be heard in such a manner within the context of a leave application. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Special-education mediationis an alternative to litigation Jan 12, 2010
Attorneys from Disability Rights New Jersey are to be lauded, for example, for their recent civil action in obtaining community-based housing for eligible people with mental disabilities now held in state institutions. Disputes in special education revolve around whether a student with a disability has an appropriate educational program and whether the school placement is least restrictive. (NJ.com -- Times)
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March 15 date for the other Allah case Jan 12, 2010
Annou said the Home Minister and the Government, who were named as respondents in the civil action, wanted to file an affidavit-in-reply to their submissions. On Tuesday, president of Sidang Injil Borneo Semenanjung Pastor Danil Raut, his vice-president Pastor Simon Petrus and executive secretary Pastor Alfred Tais were present in court to hear the development of the matter. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
ROS attempts to stay suit over Balkis dissolution Jan 11, 2010
Those who had sought for a judicial review in a civil action filed on May 4 were the Selangor government, Mentri Besar Tan Sri Khalid Ibrahims wife Puan Sri Salbiah Tunut, Permodalan Negeri Selangor Bhd and Kumpulan Darul Ehsan Bhd. In another action filed two days later, state development agency Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor (PKNS), Worldwide Holdings Bhd (a wholly-owned subsidiary of PKNS Holdings Sdn Bhd), Selangor Industrial Corporation Sdn Bhd (a wholly-owned subsidiary of PKNS),... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Govt vows to better protect copyright on Internet Jan 10, 2010
HONG KONG, May 29 (Xinhua) -- Hong Kong Secretary for Commerce, Industry & Technology Joseph Wong has backed the creative industries' civil action against copyright infringers, saying the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government is determined to combat Internet piracy. Launching a new series of intellectual property rights publicity programs on Monday, Wong reminded the community to avoid illegal uploading and downloading activities. (Xinhuanet, China -- China)
Representative: Budget Will Control Session Jan 10, 2010
As part of the bill, any person who owns or possesses a large carnivore is liable in a civil action for the death or injury of a human or another animal or for property damage. Animal owners also would be required to notify law enforcement authorities if an animal should escape. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
