Affluent California county sues Toyota Mar 13, 2010
The suit seeks civil penalties of $2,500 per violation under the Unfair Business Practices Act, along with the recovery of attorney fees and investigative costs. Click for related content. (MSNBC -- Business)
FAA proposes penalties against AMR Mar 13, 2010
FAA proposes $787,500 in civil penalties against AMR - Dallas Business Journal ... FAA proposes $787,500 in civil penalties against AMR ... The is proposing civil penalties of $787,500 against American Airlines for maintenance violations. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
Court bars stock promoters from offerings Mar 13, 2010
The court later will determine issues relating to disgorgement and civil penalties, a release from the SEC said. The court previously entered a final judgment against Anscott and its chief executive officer, Jack Belluscio. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
U.S. Agency Criticized in Toyota Recall Had Funding Shortage, Dingell Says Mar 12, 2010
4 million cap on civil penalties that NHTSA can impose on companies. The agency also should write regulations to deal with sudden acceleration, including requiring that it be easy to shift vehicles into neutral and turn them off in an emergency, she said. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Blumenthal Sues Credit Rating Agencies Mar 11, 2010
The suits seek an order forbidding the agencies from deceiving consumers, plus civil penalties and the return of "ill-gotten profits," which Blumenthal said could amount to hundreds of millions of dollars. The rating agencies' deceptive actions violated the state's Unfair Trade Practices Act, the suits allege. (FOX61, CT)
Supervisors ponder language for noise ordinance Mar 11, 2010
If the General Assembly adopts legislation, the Board could create criminal or civil penalties for citizens who violate the noise ordinance. Overstreet said that if a citizen sought a civil lawsuit, that citizen would file paperwork in Circuit Court to establish whether or not the noise was a nuisance. (Appomattox Times Virginian, VA)
Brown Sues Kern County Labor Contractor For Worker Safety, Wage Law Violations Mar 11, 2010
The lawsuit seeks: - A permanent injunction - Civil penalties; - Restitution to the field workers; - Other legal costs. Information Provided By US Department Of Justice. (KERO 23, CA)
Plants dark cloud Mar 11, 2010
The smoky, smelly one-two punch brought an emergency response from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, which has long sought civil penalties against the aging East Avenue facility. The discharge could have put some neighbors at risk, said DEP spokeswoman Freda Tarbell. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Drug Busts on the Cheap Lack Power to Deter: Michael K. Loucks Mar 9, 2010
3 billion in criminal and civil penalties and restitution following its admission that it had engaged in unapproved so- called off-label promotion of the pain medication Bextra, among other misdeeds. This was Pfizers second bite at the criminal apple. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
Officials: Amid tough times, poaching on rise in Arizona Mar 9, 2010
The state can add thousands of dollars in civil penalties if the poached animal is a trophy animal, Dinquel said. "Frankly, we have some guys paying us 10 or 20 bucks a month for the rest of their lives," he said. (AZCentral)
Iowa insurer fined for MN annuities sales Mar 9, 2010
The company was not fined as part of the settlement, however the company s executive chairman David Noble and CEO Wendy Waugaman each agreed to pay civil penalties of $900,000 and $130,000, respectively. The SEC had the company didn t present enough information to investors in its 2006 proxy statement about a $1 acquisition of Noble s financing firm. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Judge orders bus firm to stop interstate service Mar 9, 2010
The consent decree does not prevent civil penalties against Martinez for possible violations of motor carrier safety regulations, transportation officials said. Copyright 2010 The Associated Press. (Pensacola News Journal)
Run light, pay up Mar 3, 2010
After a monthlong warning period, photographs from cameras that catch drivers who do not come to full stops will be used to send civil penalties to the owner of the vehicle. A second offense is $250. (The Palm Beach Post)
Yolo County opens permit amnesty program Feb 25, 2010
Those who qualify won t face civil penalties, fees or deed-recorded non-compliance violations but property owners who obtain retroactive permits must still comply with all regulations, including floodplain, building and fire codes, zoning and improvement standards, and health regulations. An auto repair shop built illegally in a residential neighborhood, for example, would not be able to obtain zoning approvals through the amnesty program. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Prius earns green thumbs-up again Feb 25, 2010
4 million cap on civil penalties for failure to recall vehicles as required by law. The relatively low amounts may be considered a "cost of doing business," and not a deterrent, the magazine said. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Toyota President to Appear Before U.S. Congress Feb 20, 2010
LaHood has said his department may seek civil penalties against Toyota for its slow response to the safety concerns. The spokeswoman couldn't confirm whether Toyoda would meet Lahood in a separate meeting. (SmartMoney)
Toyota considers recalling Corolla after power steering problems Feb 18, 2010
LaHood has said the government is considering civil penalties for Toyota over its handling of the recalls. 1. (The News-Press -- Business)
State sues Cincy firm for alleged job scam Feb 18, 2010
The state is seeking to block the company from continuing the alleged scheme and wants it to pay consumer restitution and civil penalties. Cordray joined officials from the Wednesday to roll out a national crackdown dubbed Operation Bottom Dollar. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Legislative briefs Feb 18, 2010
A bill boosting fines and civil penalties for workplace safety violations will be considered by the full House ... Under the legislation, civil penalties would rise from a range of $5,000-$70,000 to a range of $8,000-$120,000 for each violation. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Motelling dispute leads to another court action Feb 17, 2010
It is also seeking civil penalties and injunctions against the union and Mr McDonald to stop them being involved in further unlawful industrial action relating to motelling. The ABCC has this year also commenced two other proceedings against Mr McDonald over a dispute relating to the and actions he is claimed to have taken at a. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Mountain lions pose little threat to producers (20) Feb 15, 2010
"Actually, moving them from state-threatened species to a big game animal offered them more protection in the way of the law, fines and penalties that you would have," he said, adding that criminal and civil penalties are incurred from poaching lions. SDGFP held the first regulated hunting season in 2005. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Legislative update Feb 12, 2010
ILLEGAL FISH STOCKING: A bill, Senate File 78, to provide civil penalties for illegal stocking of fish was received for introduction in the Senate. A similar bill failed introduction in the House earlier this week. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Dayton eyes traffic cameras for speeders Feb 11, 2010
If approved, violators would face civil penalties and an $85 fine for each offense. Installation of speed monitoring software on some or all of Dayton s traffic control cameras would be complete within 90 days. (Dayton Business Journal, OH)
Honda expands air bag recall; Toyota recalls Prius for brakes Feb 10, 2010
NHTSA warned of "significant civil penalties" if it finds something amiss. Honda's No. 2 man in the U.S., John Mendel, said he was on hand to answer questions in a conference call because there is "heightened sensitivity right now to anything to do with recalls.". (USA Today -- Autos)
EPD wants UGA to pay $10,000 for creek spill Feb 9, 2010
UGA could have been fined much more, according to EPD. State law authorizes civil penalties of up to $50,000 per day for violations of the Georgia Water Control Act, and $100,000 per day for second offenses within a 12-month period. The $10,000 is the second environmental penalty EPD has levied on the university in the past two months. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Toyota says it fixed 2010 Prius brakes in production Feb 5, 2010
Transportation Secretary says Toyota faces possible civil penalties if NHTSA decides it did not promptly report the sticking gas pedals that triggered a recall Jan. 21. It could face more if the agency finds it withheld data about the Prius. (USA Today -- Autos)
Prius brakes questioned; Toyota probe expands Feb 5, 2010
LaHood, who plans to speak with Toyota President Akio Toyoda about the recalls, said the government is considering civil penalties against the carmaker. But he also said that it appeared "Toyota is making an all-out effort to do all that they can to fix these cars.". (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Toyota hit by Prius brake complaints Feb 5, 2010
LaHood also said the U.S. government was considering civil penalties for Toyota for having dragged its feet on safety concerns. Toyota executive vice president Shinichi Sasaki acknowledged Tuesday in a Nagoya, Japan, news conference that it took prodding from NHTSA officials for the company to decide on the U.S. recall. (The News-Press -- Business)
Toyota shares fall under pressure Feb 4, 2010
He also repeated that they were studying the possibility of civil penalties against Toyota for safety violations, which could mean fines of millions of dollars. Both he and his Japanese counterpart have ordered the company to investigate complaints of brake problems with the Prius and have not ruled out a recall. (BBC News)
LaHood: Toyota Resisted Safety Fix Feb 4, 2010
The transportation secretary said the government was considering civil penalties for Toyota but declined to elaborate. NHTSA has fined automakers in the past for delaying a recall. (CBS News)
Transportation Sec. Recants Advice on Toyota Feb 4, 2010
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Winning Kids target of SEC action Feb 4, 2010
SEC files injunction against Winning Kids - South Florida Business Journal. for free extra services. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Toyota shares fall as woes mount Feb 4, 2010
He repeated that his agency was studying the possibility of civil penalties against Toyota for safety violations, which could mean fines of millions of dollars for the company. US-listed Toyota shares ended Wednesday trading down 6% or 4. (BBC News -- Business)
Toyota's Electronics Said to Be Probed as Cause of Sudden Acceleration Feb 3, 2010
The government is also considering civil penalties against Toyota, the worlds largest automaker, for its handling of recalls affecting millions of its cars and trucks, according to an official of the Transportation Department, who asked not to be identified while a review of Toyotas actions continues ... NHTSA can impose civil penalties of up to $16. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
FAA slaps American Eagle with $2.5 million fine Feb 2, 2010
When we find an apparent violation of our safety rules we conduct an investigation, pursue civil penalties when necessary and require the airline to correct the problems. . (MSNBC -- Travel)
At 1st Circuit, Unum Group Challenges Verdict Based on Insureds' False Claims Feb 2, 2010
It also ordered Unum to pay another $22,000 in civil penalties -- the maximum $11,000 penalty for each False Claims Act violation. The heart of the case is whether private insurance companies such as Unum are liable for false information that claimants submit to the government. (Law.com)
Shippensburg officials serve civil suit on Beam Feb 2, 2010
The suit calls for payment of $2,700 in delinquent license fees and $5,300 in civil penalties for violation of the township ordinance. Township Supervisor Steve Oldt said even if no payment is made, the suit establishes township efforts to enforce basic residential safety standards at the Sunbeam Court site. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
TIMING: Toyota's fast fix raises questions Feb 2, 2010
If NHTSA determines Toyota waited too long to report its defective pedals, the company could face substantial civil penalties. "Timing is key," says , NHTSA chief from 2006 to 2008. (USA Today -- Autos)
Oakland sues firm for alleged immigration fraud Jan 29, 2010
The city is asking the court to force the company to "disgorge" all profits, to make restitution payments and pay civil penalties totaling $8. 2 million. (San Francisco Chronicle)
'Thrill killing' poachers pose threat to wildlife Jan 28, 2010
Officials are proposing a new law that would make "spree killing" of wildlife a felony with large civil penalties, said Bruce Bjork, chief of law enforcement for the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. Bjork cited several instances last year in which people killed five to 15 animals at a time, leaving them to waste or using them to barter for drugs. (Pensacola News Journal)
GET ANSWERS: Credit & Debit Numbers on Receipts Jan 26, 2010
If they fail to properly conceal customer information on a receipt the FTC says people could face civil penalties and injunction relief, or be sued for damages and attorney's fees. Nick Patel knows the dangers of a receipt first hand. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Saint-Gobain Containers to pay Mo. $100K Jan 23, 2010
Missouri will receive $100,000 in civil penalties from to settle a pollution lawsuit. Missouri joined the and several other states in a national lawsuit against the Muncie, Ind. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Florida AG sues timeshare company Jan 21, 2010
It also requests full restitution on behalf of all victimized consumers, civil penalties and reimbursement for fees and costs related to the investigation. to read the lawsuit. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Pa. files suit against shuttered school Jan 16, 2010
State officials say the school took nearly $2 million in tuition payments from Pennsylvania students who were enrolled at four locations and the law suit seeks restitution for those students plus civil penalties ... The suit seeks civil penalties of up to $1,000 for each violation of the Consumer Protection Law and up to $3,000 for each victim over the age of 60. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Final judgments issued in securities case Jan 16, 2010
Judge Linnea Johnson, U.S. magistrate for the Southern District of Florida, ordered Dr. Mammen Zachariah and Dr. Sheldon Nassberg to pay back money with interest and to pay civil penalties. 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. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Singletary: Some IRS oversight for tax preparers Jan 14, 2010
Paid tax-return preparers are subject to civil penalties for knowingly preparing a return that understates a person s tax liability. They are also subject to penalties for failing to sign or provide an identification number on a return they prepare. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Privatization plan to bolster state revenues Jan 12, 2010
In a lawsuit filed in San Diego County Superior Court, the state sought a permanent injunction and civil penalties of at least $300,000 from Contractors Asset Protection Assn. Inc. of Rancho Santa Fe and its founder-president, Eugene J. Magre. BUSINESS. (Yahoo News -- Arnold Schwarzenegger)
Judge: Consumer Depot ripped off customers Jan 12, 2010
A hearing on civil penalties, restitution and attorneys fees is expected soon. Some of the names under which Consumer Depot and its owners and operators conducted business include Bargain Depot, Factory Dealz, Return Dealz, Surplus Dealz, bargaindepot04, Ubid-It, techgraveyard, surplusdealz05, swdiscounters, Mr-Appliance, Music-n-DVDs and Ubid-TN-01. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
5 teens charged with illegally hunting Iowa deer Jan 10, 2010
They also face civil penalties of $10,000 for shooting two deer with antlers that scored over 150 inches each. The juveniles were ordered to perform 80 hours of community service. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Illegally Stored Tires Removed from Union Site Jan 10, 2010
The attorney general office required Peirick to pay $20,000 in cost recovery and an additional $10,000 in civil penalties. The cleanup in Union should come at no cost to the city, Rost said. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
