Notice to Investors: Federman & Sherwood, Who Filed the First Securities Class Action Against Quest Energy Partners, L.P., Quest Resource Corporation and Quest Energy GP, LLC, Reminds Investors of Imminent Deadline in Securities Class Actio Oct 4, 2008
Notice to Investors: Federman & Sherwood, Who Filed the First Securities Class Action Against Quest Energy Partners, L.P., Quest Resource Corporation and Quest Energy GP, LLC, Reminds Investors of Imminent Deadline in Securities Class Action Lawsuit -- QELP, QRCP: Financial News - Yahoo ... Notice to Investors: Federman & Sherwood, Who Filed the First Securities Class Action Against Quest Energy Partners, L.P., Quest Resource Corporation and Quest Energy GP, LLC, Reminds Investors of Imminent... (Primezone Releases)
Notice to All Investors of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Stock From the Law Firm of Blum & Silver, LLP Oct 4, 2008
We believe investors will achieve better results on their claims through individual arbitration claims rather than through the class action process. We believe investors should consider all of their legal options prior to accepting any settlement offer or joining a class action. (Primezone Releases)
Judge: FEMA not immune from toxic trailer suits Oct 4, 2008
Roughly 800 storm victims are named as plaintiffs in the cases before Engelhardt, but attorneys want the judge to certify a class action suit on behalf of thousands of people who lived in FEMA trailers after the 2005 hurricanes. Engelhardt hasn't ruled on that request yet. (USA Today)
Locals call bailout plan a 'joke' Oct 3, 2008
Vetter wrote on Oct 2, 2008 4:13 PM:" VOR; That is so typical of you.... you know very well that that's how they do things in the Senate! Republicans and Dems are guilty of this PORK=Bribery issue. They've been doing it forever... Also remember that 95 Dems voted against the original. Something has to be done, just not this bill. We wouldn't be in this situation if Barney Frank, Chris Dodd, Chucky Schumer, Maxine Waters, etc. etc. wouldn't have blocked the Mcain co-sponsored bill back in 2005!... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Constangy, Brooks & Smith adds Los Angeles office Oct 3, 2008
Constangy, Brooks & Smith, which specializes in employment litigation, class action defense, employee benefits law, labor law, immigration, affirmative action and OSHA, has worked in tandem with Los Angeles-based Landegger, Baron & Lavenant on various labor and employment cases since 2006. The expansion will bring 10 new attorneys specializing in employment law defense, class action litigation, sexual harassment and discrimination including supervisor training, and labor law. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Judge in L.A. orders release of IndyMac records Oct 3, 2008
LOS ANGELES Lawyers pursuing a class action lawsuit against failed IndyMac Federal Savings Bank won a legal round when a federal judge ordered the release of borrowers records. U.S. District Judge Alicemarie H. Stoller ruled Tuesday that officials with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp., which now operates the bank, must turn over paperwork identifying possible plaintiffs in the suit claiming IndyMac misrepresented terms for adjustable rate mortgages. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Florida sues Merck to recover money spent on Vioxx Oct 3, 2008
Several thousand other lawsuits filed by people claiming other types of injuries from Vioxx also are pending, and Merck faces two personal injury class-action suits in Canada and a class action suit by shareholders seeking to recover losses on Merck stock. Merck has already paid out $58 million under a settlement reached in May to end allegations its ads for Vioxx deceptively downplayed health risks. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Mass. High Court Orders Certification of Wal-Mart Meal Breaks Class Action Sep 25, 2008
High Court Orders Certification of Wal-Mart Meal Breaks Class Action ... High Court Orders Certification of Wal-Mart Meal Breaks Class Action ... The Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts ordered a lower court to certify a class action against Wal-Mart Stores Inc. in an employment case involving claims about meal breaks and the alleged nonpayment of wages. (Law.com)
Underestimating Google can be disastrous Sep 25, 2008
A law firm in California has filed a class action lawsuit against Electronic Arts for failing to inform consumers of a copy protection program that came along with copies of Spore. News - Cutting Edge. (CNET News)
Apple and AT&T Face Fourth iPhone 3G Lawsuit Sep 25, 2008
The lawsuit was was filed in the New York Eastern District Court by Jai Sen and is claiming class action status. The complaint itself can be found. (CNET News)
* Lawmakers take FSC to task over Lehman losses Sep 25, 2008
To protect investors, Chen said yesterday that the commission would complete its draft of an investor protection bill before the end of the year and submit it for legislative approval in order to set up a mechanism for bond investors to file class action suits against bank issuers. Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) legislators David Huang () and Yu Jan-daw () accused the commission of siding with the banks. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
EA hit with class action suit over 'Spore' Sep 25, 2008
Read this blog post by Jennifer Guevin on News - Gaming and Culture. Even if the consumer uninstalls Spore, and entirely deletes it from their computer, SecuROM remains a fixture on their computer unless and until the consumer completely wipes their hard drive through reformatting or replacement of the drive. (CNET News)
More shareholders challenge Constellation Energy sale Sep 25, 2008
Coughlin Stoia Geller Rudman & Robbins LLP, a law firm with offices throughout the country, also said Tuesday that it would pursue a class action lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York on behalf of shareholders. The complaint alleges that Constellation inflated its results and that the company s credit problems with its trading partners, such as bankrupt , were much greater than represented, according to a statement released by the firm. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Ailing fund tipped off some, suit says Sep 24, 2008
That complaint, proposed as a class action, was filed by George C. Dyer, an investor with several hundred thousand dollars frozen in the Reserve Fund's fund series. It quotes Bent's repeated assurances that he thinks of the one-dollar share price as an inviolate aspect of money fund management. (Boston Globe)
Shareholder Class Action Filed Against Synchronoss Technologies Inc. by the Law Firm of Schiffrin Barroway Topaz & Kessler, LLP Sep 24, 2008
Shareholder Class Action Filed Against Synchronoss Technologies Inc. by the Law Firm of Schiffrin Barroway Topaz er, LLP ... Shareholder Class Action Filed Against Synchronoss Technologies Inc. by the Law Firm of Schiffrin Barroway Topaz er, LLP ... Sept. 23 /PRNewswire/ -- The following statement was issued today by the law firm of Schiffrin Barroway Topaz er, LLP: Notice is hereby given that a class action lawsuit was filed in the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey on... (PR Newswire)
Tissue Harvesters Get Separate Trials Sep 24, 2008
Twenty-six local families whose loved ones had tissue or bone taken without consent are part of a class action lawsuit in this case. Knapp-Medos faces a forgery charge. (R News)
Members accuse Rural Water District No. 5 of not following bylaws Sep 23, 2008
Take Action wrote on Sep 22, 2008 10:01 AM:" If you think there is corruption and mis-appropriation of funds then form a commitee, write out a petition, gets sigatures and take it to the Stae's Attorney Generals office and file a complaint for an investigation. Or better yet file a class action against the member of the water district, Bryan County and the County Commissioners. The rural water district board has to report to somebody. ". very concerned wrote on Sep 22, 2008 12:02 PM:" Who is... (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)
JASON MATTHEW WALKER/Lake City Reporter Sep 23, 2008
In her opinion, this fee appears to be cause for a class action suit against the city. She is wondering about other vacant property owners who are being charged just for the availability of service. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Tell us your Optus Sep 23, 2008
The Sydney Morning Herald Blogs: MashUp. Welcome to Sydney Morning Herald Online. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Lawsuit claims fund gave heads up to some investors Sep 23, 2008
That complaint, proposed as a class action, was filed by the San Francisco law firm of Girard Gibbs on behalf of George Dyer, an investor with several hundred thousand dollars frozen in Reserve Fund's fund series. It quotes Bent's repeated assurances to shareholders that he thought of the one-dollar share price as an inviolate aspect of money fund management. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
What China's tainted milk may not bring: lawsuits Sep 23, 2008
"Cases in very controversial areas and cases likely to cause class action litigation have not been allowed to proceed.". Li, as he contemplates the possibility of a lawsuit against Sanlu, says that because "this case has become politicized, it is unclear whether it can be resolved through a legal process. "The government is trying to ensure social stability, and they do not want to see all the victims' parents to gather together, so they probably will not allow a class action suit," he expects.... (Christian Science Monitor)
Smoking ban talk raises more questions Sep 23, 2008
Past Smoker wrote on Sep 17, 2008 11:29 AM:" Think about this. OSHA. Private Property does not allow one to endanger its employees. I believe second hand smoke has been shown to be dangerous. If an owner would like to allow smoking build a patio and have the smoking patrons go outside. I am not sure but I think a class action was brought against some airlines for requiring attendants to work in an environment which permitted smoking. ". don wrote on Sep 17, 2008 11:31 AM:" Mr. Phil Williams, you... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Cellcom Israel Announces Dismissal of Purported Class Action Sep 22, 2008
NETANYA, Israel, September 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Cellcom Israel Ltd. (NYSE: ) (the "Company") announced today the dismissal with prejudice of the motion for certification as a class action, filed in August 2001 against the Company in the District Court of Tel-Aviv-Jaffa by one of its subscribers and amended (after being transferred to the District Court of Central Region) in 2006 ... Had the lawsuit been certified as a class action, the amount claimed was estimated by the plaintiff to be... (PR Newswire)
Consumers Taking Out Fewer Instant Tax Loans Sep 22, 2008
All complaints are reviewed by class action attorneys and are considered for publication on our site. Knowledge is power. (Yahoo News -- Taxes and the IRS)
The Brualdi Law Firm, P.C. Announces Class Action Lawsuit Against Carter's Inc. Sep 21, 2008
More information on this and other class actions can be found on the Class Action Newsline at. Contact. (Primezone Releases)
Signalife Confirms Reverse Stock Split and New Stock Symbol Sep 20, 2008
There is also a risk of extraordinary and documented short selling, and several related lawsuits -- several identical class action suits against former Signalife CEO's and current lower level management, and the other a large lawsuit by Signalife for the theft of assets and other activities brought about by the naked short sellers. The public is advised that these lawsuits and the risk of naked short selling pose risks. (PR Newswire)
U.S. Could Emerge as Major Player in Suits Stemming From Financial Crisis Sep 20, 2008
When the economy took a dive at the beginning of the decade amid a rash of accounting scandals, securities class action lawyers were center stage ... Securities class action lawyers may face particular challenges in an environment where the interests of taxpayers trump those of shareholders ... How a government-controlled AIG will deal with securities class actions remains uncertain. (Law.com)
High School issues take center stage at Scene One's Theatre's ‘Class Action' Sep 20, 2008
High School issues take center stage at Scene One's Theatre's Class Action' By Jeff Haldiman jhaldiman@newstribune ... Class Action, a series of 25 short scenes and monologues, will be presented Sept. 18-20, 26 and 27. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
High school issues are at center stage for this Scene One production. Sep 20, 2008
Photo: Katie Jones, left, and Natalie Eickhoff plan what their perfect man (Scott Holliday) would do in Class Action, a Scene One Theatre production. Read the full story. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Should Web Search Data Be Stored? Sep 20, 2008
He currently represents AT&T customers in a class action against AT&T for its participation in the NSA's domestic spying program, and recently won a case against Apple defending online journalists from subpoenas that demanded their confidential sources. Average Internet users probably don't even realize that AOL, Google, etc. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Landowner sues AT&T over cables Sep 20, 2008
The lawsuit against AT. and ATunications-East Inc. is in federal court in Bismarck as a proposed class action, meaning it could potentially involve hundreds of state residents ... A judge would have to certify the case as class action before it would involve any plaintiffs other than Gerber. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Class action lawsuit charges President, NSA with illegal surveillance Sep 20, 2008
The suit does not explicitly specify whether any communications on the part of the plaintiffs were specifically known to have been intercepted by the NSA, though it assumes that plaintiffs' communications were just as likely to be intercepted as any other ATcriber's, and it enables other parties to sign onto the class action. The President's order enabling such surveillance programs to take place, dates back to October 2001, though Mr. Bush has renewed that order on schedule every 45 days since... (BetaNews)
Sleeping-pill users face kitchen chaos as they binge eat in sleep Sep 20, 2008
It vows to fight a class action lawsuit brought by some users, saying it issues a warning of possible sleep-related eating disorders with the pack. Some doctors urge patients to install a chime on their bedroom door, to alert them when they are on an unconscious food foray. (Yahoo News -- Sleep and Sleep Disorders)
Lockridge Grindal Nauen P.L.L.P. Announces It Has Filed a Case Against MEMC Electronic Materials, Inc.-- WFR Sep 20, 2008
MINNEAPOLIS, Sept. 19, 2008 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lockridge Grindal Nauen P.L.L.P. filed a class action suit in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri against MEMC Electronic Materials, Inc. (``MEMC'' or the ``Company'') (NYSE: - ) and its Chief Executive Office that alleges violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 on behalf of purchasers of MEMC common stock during the period between June 13, 2008 through July 23, 2008, inclusive (the ``Class'') ...... (Primezone Releases)
Labaton Sucharow Files Class Action Lawsuit Against Carter's, Inc. -- CRI Sep 20, 2008
NEW YORK, Sept. 19, 2008 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Labaton Sucharow filed a class action lawsuit on September 19, 2008 in the United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia, on behalf of all purchasers of the securities of Carter's, Inc. (``Carter's'' or the ``Company'') (NYSE: - ) between February 21, 2006 and July 24, 2007, inclusive ... If you are a member of this class you can view a copy of the complaint and join this class action online at ... More information on this and... (Primezone Releases)
Law Offices of Howard G. Smith, Representing Investors Who Purchased Novatel Wireless, Inc., Announces Class Action Lawsuit -- NVTL Sep 20, 2008
Sept. 19, 2008 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Law Offices of Howard G. Smith, representing investors of Novatel Wireless, Inc., has filed a securities class action lawsuit on behalf of all persons or entities who purchased or otherwise acquired the securities of Novatel Wireless, Inc. (``Novatel'' or the ``Company'') (NasdaqGS: - ) between February 5, 2007 and August 19, 2008, inclusive (the ``Class Period''). The class action lawsuit was filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District... (Primezone Releases)
The Pomerantz Firm Files Class Action Against Adviser and Trustees of the Primary Fund (PRFXX) of the Reserve Family of Funds -- LEHMQ Sep 20, 2008
NEW YORK, Sept. 19, 2008 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz Haudek Block Grossman & Gross LLP has filed a class action in the United State District Court, Southern District of New York, against the financial adviser, the underwriter, and the trustees of the Reserve Fund (``Reserve Fund'' or the ``Trust'') ... Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, the Pomerantz Firm pioneered the field of securities class actions ... More information on this and other... (Primezone Releases)
Important Notice to All Individuals and Institutions Who Invested in Morgan Keegan and Regions Financial Corp.'s Closed-End Bond Mutual Funds From the Securities Law Firm of Klayman & Toskes Sep 20, 2008
Many investors are just now learning that they do not have to wait for class action to take its course, but instead they can file an individual arbitration claim to obtain a recovery ... Klayman & Toskes reminds investors of the benefits of filing an individual arbitration claim, as opposed to participating in a class action lawsuit ... By participating in a class action lawsuit, an investor will most likely recover only pennies on the dollar. (Primezone Releases)
Wasserman, Comden & Casselman, L.L.P. Represents Taiwan's Largest BBQ Grill Manufacturer in the Acquisition of Barbeques Galore, Inc. and Wins Bankruptcy Court Approval in Record Time Sep 19, 2008
Established in 1976, the firm's broad practice includes corporate, finance, real estate, taxation, technology, insurance, employment, workers compensation, estate planning, probate, trademark, licensing, family law, complex civil and criminal litigation and appeals, and class action litigation. Website. (PR Newswire)
Law Offices of Howard G. Smith Announces Update to the Shareholder Lawsuit Against Reddy Ice Holdings, Inc. Sep 19, 2008
Sept. 18 /PRNewswire/ -- Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces an October 7, 2008, deadline to move to be a Lead Plaintiff in the securities class action lawsuit filed on behalf of all persons who purchased or otherwise acquired the common stock of Reddy Ice Holdings, Inc. ("Reddy Ice")(NYSE: ) between August 10, 2005 and March 6, 2008 (the "Class Period"), including shares acquired through the Company's 401(k) savings plan. The shareholder lawsuit is pending in the United States District... (PR Newswire)
Disparity in Road Home distribution raises questions Sep 19, 2008
I'd be interested in a scientific survey that attempted to quantify percentages of recipients who thought the program was fair, met their needs, was more or less than they would have gotten with a class action lawsuit, etc. Then those numbers could be compared to some big class action lawsuit like Love Canal to ascertain relative success. (Yahoo News -- Tropical Storms and Hurricanes)
* Foundation asks Control Yuan to investigate FSC Sep 19, 2008
When asked whether the commission had asked banks to file class action lawsuits on behalf of investors and pay litigation costs as the FSC mentioned one day earlier, Lu downplayed the statement, saying there would be certain legal conditions, such as whether an investor had been fully informed of risks, and that filing suits would therefore not be mandatory in all cases. This story has been viewed 342 times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Orsu Metals Corporation-Statement of Claim Served Sep 19, 2008
The claim has not yet been certified as a class action and Orsu believes that the Claim is without merit and intends to vigorously dispute the Claim. Contact. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Liberty Travel settles $2.76 million suit Sep 19, 2008
In the most recent civil action, Linda Welsh, of Montgomery County, and Melinda Marpoe, of Dauphin County, individually and on behalf of 564 Liberty Travel agents, including some from Delaware County, comprised the class action and were the plaintiffs in the case against defendants Liberty Travel, Gilbert Haroche, Michelle Kassner and Richard Cowlan ... 7 million of the total will be paid to the members of the class action, while more than $950,000 in legal fees and expenses are to be reimbursed... (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Redflex faces lawsuit for unapproved radar devices Sep 19, 2008
is facing what could become a class action lawsuit for allegedly using radar that was not approved for use in the U.S., a dispute also hanging up its contract with the Arizona Department of Public Safety ... While a speeding ticket from a mobile van can run from $180 up, Moring said many people would not sue to get their money back, which is why the lawsuit seeks class action status. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
The Law Firm of James A. Dunlap Jr. & Associates LLC Files Arbitration Claims Against Morgan Keegan for Losses Sustained in Morgan Keegan Bond Funds -- MKHIX, MKIBX, RHY Sep 19, 2008
James A. Dunlap Jr. & Associates LLC urges investors to consider filing an individual arbitration claim versus participating in a class action lawsuit. Investors who participate in class actions often recover only a small fraction of their claim, whereas those pursuing an arbitration claim may recover substantially more ... Further, unlike a class action, an arbitration claim allows you to: (1) choose your own lawyer; (2) present the unique facts of your case to an arbitration panel; (3) control... (Primezone Releases)
Andersen Will Settle Suit Over WorldCom Sep 19, 2008
Plaintiffs in the class action, led by New York State Comptroller Alan G. Hevesi, declined to comment on the Andersen deal on Monday, citing a demand from the federal judge overseeing the case, Denise L. Cote, that they not discuss the agreement before a preliminary approval hearing Tuesday morning. "On Friday, Judge Cote ordered both parties in the WorldCom litigation not to comment publicly on the proceedings until after a hearing Tuesday morning April 26, since such comments could influence... (Yahoo News -- WorldCom/MCI)
CBRE Realty Finance, Inc. Appoints Daniel Farr Chief Financial Officer Sep 18, 2008
The factors that could cause actual results to vary from CBRE Realty Finance's forward-looking statements include CBRE Realty Finance's future operating results, its business operations and prospects, general volatility of the securities market in which CBRE Realty Finance invests and the market prices of its common stock, CBRE Realty Finance's ability to begin making investments in the future, availability, terms and deployment of short-term and long-term capital, availability of qualified... (PR Newswire)
Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC Announces That a Class Action Has Been Filed Against Reddy Ice Holdings, Inc. Sep 18, 2008
Bronstein, Gewirtz man, LLC Announces That a Class Action Has Been Filed Against Reddy Ice Holdings, Inc. ... Bronstein, Gewirtz man, LLC Announces That a Class Action Has Been Filed Against Reddy Ice Holdings, Inc. ... NEW YORK, Sept. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- Bronstein, Gewirtz man, LLC announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan against Reddy Ice Holdings, Inc. ("Reddy Ice" or the "Company") (NYSE: FRZ - News) and... (PR Newswire)
Law Offices of Howard G. Smith Announces Class Action Lawsuit Against Harris Stratex Networks, Inc. Sep 18, 2008
Sept. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces that a securities class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of all purchasers of the securities of Harris Stratex Networks, Inc. ("Harris Stratex" or the "Company")(Nasdaq: ) between January 29, 2007 and July 30, 2008, inclusive (the "Class Period"), including shareholders of Stratex Networks, Inc. who exchanged shares of Stratex Networks, Inc. for shares of Harris Stratex pursuant to the Company's registration... (PR Newswire)
Obama Campaign Sues in Michigan Over Alleged Voter Fraud Sep 18, 2008
The filed a class action suit in the Eastern District of Michigan on Tuesday against the on behalf of three county residents whose homes are undergoing foreclosure. The move set off threats of a countersuit from the state Republican party. (Law.com)
Descendants of Armenian Genocide File Class Action Sep 18, 2008
Descendants of the filed another class action against an insurance company, claiming they are entitled to benefits that should have been paid to the beneficiaries of their ancestors. The class action was filed on Monday against , a British firm, which insured individuals during the Armenian genocide. (Law.com)
Class-action decision puts Bell in satellite hot seat Sep 18, 2008
Instead, he has won a class action suit that rewards his activism against the nation's biggest communications player and could cost the company a tidy sum in rebates to its satellite TV customers ... In the spring, Mr. De Wolf won class action status for his suit and late Monday an Ontario judge ruled in his favour, ensuring that every senior executive at BCE would know the name of this one vocal customer ... Bringing class actions is expensive and time consuming, and the advantages to... (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
Adept Technology Achieves ISO 9001:2000 Certification for Design and Manufacturing of Industrial Robotics Sep 18, 2008
The Company's actual results could differ materially from those expressed in any of the above forward-looking statements for a variety of reasons, including but not limited to, factors affecting our operating results including factors difficult to forecast; future economic, competitive and market conditions including those in Europe and Asia and those related to the Company's strategic markets; risks of acceptance of the Company's new or current products in the marketplace; the actual results of... (Primezone Releases)
Sprenger + Lang and Schneider Wallace File Consumer Class Action Complaint Against DirecTV, Inc. Alleging Unlawful Early Termination Fees Sep 18, 2008
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sprenger + Lang, PLLC and Schneider, Wallace Cottrell Brayton Konecky LLP filed a class action lawsuit today against DirecTV Group, Inc. (DirecTV) in the Superior Court for the County of Los Angeles challenging DirecTVs imposition of early termination fees against its customers ... The firm is featured in the book Class Action, which discusses a gender discrimination class action lawsuit that the firm successfully prosecuted for over ten years and inspired... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Tribune Statement on Class Action Lawsuit Sep 18, 2008
Source: Tribune Company. CHICAGO, Sept. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- Tribune Company today issued the following statement from Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Sam Zell. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Indie Film Hit 'BOTTLE SHOCK' Defies Industry Expectations and Means Good Business for Wine Country Sep 18, 2008
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Putting Newspapers On Trial Sep 18, 2008
The group has asked the court to certify the case as a class action ... Cotchett is no stranger to big class action cases ... The 27-person firm champions its history of working on filing big claims, such as class actions alleging price fixing among ocean liners and complaints against Merrill Lynch (nyse: - - ) for hiding subprime loan losses. (Forbes -- Business)
Missouri probation, parole workers to get back pay (12) Sep 17, 2008
JCpatriot wrote on Sep 16, 2008 5:01 PM:" MJBMP, MALARKEY!!!, Us reg. officers suffered back also during that gray area. i used to be a Union rep for two institutions I know for fact we lost two yrs of back pay same time P&P.After that two the new bargaining unit to it to the Gen Assby. & Governor. Maybe we use wine to court judge for what we lost also. BTW P&P offficer recieved the step raise increase with us. They are just sueing for loss before step increase the whole DOC. recieved. Maybe I... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Investor sues BankUnited Sep 17, 2008
A lawsuit seeking class action status for violation of federal securities laws was filed Tuesday against and its top executives. It s one more headache for the Coral Gables-based bank, which is trying to raise $400 million to cover troubled loans amid a downgrade in its capitalization status by federal regulators. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Republicans the cause of your woe Sep 17, 2008
" Since taking office he has voted to approve every war appropriation put forward as well as voting to confirm Rice as Secretary of State even though she was one of the architects of the Iraq War. Several democrats voted against her confirmation. In July of 2005 he voted to reauthorize the Patriot Act although he has a background as a civil rights activist. He also campaigned in Connecticut for Senator Joe Lieberman calling him his mentor. This is the same Senator Lieberman many thought McCain... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Pomerantz Haudek Block Grossman & Gross LLP Charges Underwriter Defendants in Securities Fraud Related to Fannie Mae Offering -- MER, C, MS, WB, UBS Sep 17, 2008
NEW YORK, Sept. 17, 2008 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz Haudek Block Grossman & Gross LLP () (``Pomerantz'') has filed a class action lawsuit in the United States District Court, Southern District of New York, against Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated (NYSE: - ); Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. (NYSE: - ); Morgan Stanley & Co. Incorporated (NYSE: - ); UBS Securities LLC (NYSE: - ); and Wachovia Capital Markets LLC (NYSE: - ); (collectively, the ``Underwriter Defendants''); and... (Primezone Releases)
Class action suit targets MEMC Sep 17, 2008
SAN FRANCISO A New York-based law firm has named MEMC Electronic Materials Inc. the target of a class action suit, alleging that the company and its CEO failed to disclose production problems that adversely impacted its financial results for the quarter ended June 30. The law firm of Kaplan Fox eimer LLP filed the suit in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri on behalf of investors who bought MEMC common stock between June 13 and July 23 of this year. (EETimes)
Corporate Law Firms See Dark Days Ahead Sep 16, 2008
"I was just thinking about that this morning," said class action lawyer Salvatore Graziano of securities cases that might be affected because of the collapse of Lehman. Graziano, a partner at New York-based Bernstein Litowitz Berger & Grossman, said there were cases across the nation that had gone on for years, costing the plaintiffs lawyers millions, which might be dead with the Lehman bankruptcy or a possible AIG filing. (Law.com)
Police search for suspect in slaying (1) Sep 16, 2008
A black man living in Carlisle, who filed a discrimination complaint against his former employer, is now part of what may turn into a federal class action lawsuit against the Cracker Barrel restaurant chain ... Formal status as a class action is now being sought. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
