Battle rages over Ike Turner's estate Jan 11, 2008
Shortly after his death, singer Audrey Madison Turner, who married Ike Turner in 2006, asked the court to appoint her as the special administrator of his estate. Audrey Turner, who performed with Ike Turner, declined comment Wednesday through her attorney John Ronge. (North County Times)
Wrongful death suit filed Dec 29, 2007
Civil Court records indicate Angela Eldridge, Jason's ex wife, filed the civil lawsuit on Nov. 27 against Robert after she was appointed as the special administrator of Jason's estate on Nov. 21. "I filed the lawsuit for my kids. I think they deserve something. They haven't got any sympathy from that side of the family since this happened," said Eldridge. (Pekin Times, IL)
Father sues in son's death case Sep 19, 2007
On Aug. 24 Antonio Lopez was appointed special administrator of his son s estate. Olivero said Lopez is pursuing the case for two reasons. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
First steps taken toward filing wrongful death action Jun 15, 2007
Shara L. Sprague, 46, Marion, filed a motion June 8 to appoint herself special administrator of the estate of Terry Sprague in order to file a wrongful death suit. Jonathan Fitzgerald, 34, Harrisburg, was charged with reckless homicide and aggravated DUI in connection with the motorcycle crash that killed Terry Sprague. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
Anna Nicole Smiths will left $710,000 May 16, 2007
Howard K. Stern is listed as a special administrator, who has the power to pay the recurring expenses on Anna Nicoles property and the power to secure or store her personal property. He was also given the power to participate in the Marshall vs. Marshall case. (MSNBC -- News)
Meg might keep the Qantas job Mar 15, 2007
The court yesterday ordered a special administrator from Deloitte, John Greig, replace Ferrier Hodgson administrators Peter Geroff and Peter McCluskey after ASIC raised concerns they had a conflict of interest ... The court ruled Geroff and McCluskey pay for the special administrator plus court costs, all from their own pockets and not as a cost of their administration work. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
James Brown to be buried this week Feb 23, 2007
Yesterday a South Carolina judge made public a ruling declaring that the trustees accused of mismanaging Brown s estate would continue to handle his property but a special administrator would be appointed to oversee their work. The singer s six adult children and Hynie had both asked the court to remove trustees handling the late Brown s estate, claiming it has been mismanaged, and appoint a special administrator. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Soul legend's burial place agreed Feb 22, 2007
" Ms Hynie was "satisfied with that agreement", he added. Brown's children say Ms Hynie was not really married to the star Ms Hynie has been embroiled in a feud with Brown's six adult children, who claim she was never married to their father. They say she was already married when she exchanged vows with the soul star in 2001, making their marriage void. Her previous marriage was later annulled but she and Brown never held another ceremony, they say. Ms Hynie recently launched a legal challenge... (BBC News -- Entertainment)
James Brown to go in the ground Feb 22, 2007
Meanwhile, a judge in a ruling made public Tuesday said the trustees accused of mismanaging Brown's estate will keep handling his property and trust, but a special administrator will oversee their work. The singer's six adult children claim the estate has been mismanaged, saying in court papers that some of Brown's assets were in danger of being "lost or dissipated or stolen.The trust is said to contain most of Brown's primary assets, including music rights and his home, and is separate from... (CNN -- Law)
Brown children and partner agree on burial Feb 21, 2007
Meanwhile, a South Carolina judge in a ruling made public Tuesday said the trustees accused of mismanaging Browns estate will keep handling his property and trust, but a special administrator will oversee their work ... The children and Hynie had both asked the court to appoint a special administrator to oversee the trust ... Rosen said he and his client were pleased with the appointment of a special administrator. (MSNBC -- Music)
Trio will continue to oversee Brown estate Feb 21, 2007
Yount also expressed satisfaction with the ruling by Judge Early, pointing out that it appoints a special administrator to oversee the actions of Brown's personal representatives. According to the order, the administrator will be appointed in the next 10 days. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
James Brown kids, partner agree on burial; judge keeps trustees Feb 21, 2007
Also yesterday, a South Carolina judge ruled the trustees accused of mismanaging Brown's estate will --not-- be removed, but a special administrator will oversee their work. Brown died Christmas Day at age 73. (Shoals TimesDaily)
Taking Names Feb 21, 2007
Also yesterday, a South Carolina judge said the trustees accused of mismanaging Mr. Brown's estate will keep handling his property and trust, but a special administrator will oversee their work ... The children and Miss Hynie all have asked the court to appoint a special administrator to oversee the trust. (Washington Times)
Circuit Court Feb 16, 2007
In the Matter of the Estate of Sophie L. Dunagan, Deceased; Order Allowing Partial Fees to Special Administrator. December 11, 2006. (Kentland Newton County Enterprise, IN)
Brown's partner can get her things Feb 11, 2007
The judge said he would decide next week on the children's request either to remove the trustees or appoint a special administrator for the estate. "We think we need a special administrator," said Hynie's attorney Robert Rosen. (CNN -- International)
James Brown's widow goes home Feb 11, 2007
Together, they are seeking the appointment of a special administrator to look after the trust. Lawyers for the trustees have in return asked a for a restraining order and injunction against Brown's children, saying they have interfered with the administration of the estate. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
James Brown estate battle rages on Feb 11, 2007
A judge in Aiken, S.C., still has not ruled on whether the court will appoint a special administrator to oversee the late singer James Brown's estate. Aiken County Judge Jack Early said that he will make a ruling on the case next week, the Aiken Standard reported Saturday. (Washington Times, DC)
James Browns partner allowed back in house Feb 10, 2007
Although their relationship has been strained in recent weeks, the children and Hynie are united in a separate action asking for a special administrator to be appointed to oversee the trust ... We think we need a special administrator, said Hynies attorney Robert Rosen ... The judge said he would decide next week on the childrens request either to remove the trustees or appoint a special administrator for the estate. (MSNBC -- Music)
Brown's companion gets access Feb 10, 2007
However, Early did not rule on her petition to appoint a special administrator to Brown's estate ... "I don't know that we need a special administrator to divvy up pots and pans," Thurmond said, referring to the household furnishings that Brown bequeathed to his children. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Hearing on Brown estate Feb 9, 2007
The children also wan 0000142B t a special administrator to oversee the estate. Buddy Dallas, Brown's attorney and trustee, said he is confident the court will "respect the wishes of Mr. Brown," allowing the trustees to remain in charge. (The Palm Beach Post)
More of this story Dec 9, 2006
Now, Nakamatsu said Ladye H. Martin has been appointed as the special administrator for Elwin s estate. But a notice was posted on the door of the gym on Tuesday with the Elwins phone number, a number Nakamatu said should not be called for inquiries about gym memberships. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Nickname stuck since Repcos bull run days Nov 15, 2006
The company was placed under the management of the Special Administrator of Pengurusan Danaharta Nasional Bhd, after it defaulted on debts of RM604mil in 1999. In the last half dozen years, a number of speculative stocks that surged were often linked to Repco Low by punters although whether that was true or a market myth, it was never known. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
$5.5 million awarded in asbestos case Nov 4, 2006
Andrew Kelly, one of the lawyers for Vickie Hoogerwerf, special administrator of her husbands estate, said John Hoogerwerf started working as an insulator in 1966 during his senior year of high school, installing insulation on pipes and boilers in power plants and industrial buildings. Asbestos was used in the insulation for heat resistance and to bind the insulation together. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Deal seen in death of boy, 4, in foster care Oct 7, 2006
Today's Globe Opinion Politics Magazine Education Science NECN Special reports Obituaries. A foster care agency has agreed to pay an undisclosed amount to settle a wrongful-death case filed by the parents of Dontel Jeffers, a state official said. (Boston Globe)
Family says woman's husband-executor may be charged in death Aug 18, 2006
"He is therefore currently unavailable. The state's attorney is also categorizing the death ... as 'suspicious' at this time. ... Accordingly, it is appropriate to have a special administrator other than Mr. Bolesky appointed," to handle the estate, wrote Black. . (WCAX.com, VT)
Clay wants GHA ouster Jul 1, 2006
Since taking over for King nearly three months ago, Clay has taken over as special administrator of the Gary Sanitary District. where Meyer also had been lead attorney and would effectively have control over the Gary Housing Authority by appointing a handful of new members. (Post-Tribune)
King resigns Gary sewer job Jun 1, 2006
Kings resignation letter was filed Wednesday with U.S. District Judge Rudy Lozano along with an agreement signed by GSD attorney James Meyer, the U.S. Attorney and the state Attorney Generals office that would remove King as court-appointed Special Administrator overseeing the Sanitary District and move Clay into the post, said city Corporation Counsel Hamilton L. Carmouche ... The special administrator post was created by court order during the administration of Mayor Thomas Barnes in... (Post-Tribune)
King disputes boards firings May 12, 2006
King, who remained special administrator of the Sanitary District even after he resigned as mayor March 24, filed a request for help from U.S. District Judge Rudy Lozano to quell an apparent revolt by members of the GSD board that began last month ... On Thursday, King said he has no problem with his successor, Mayor Rudy Clay, taking over the mayors traditional role as special administrator, but said Clay needs to provide a transition plan ... He can be special administrator today if he... (Post-Tribune)
High dollars at stake in Carson trial Apr 28, 2006
Patrick Cash, who is the special administrator of his mother's estate, testified Wednesday that, at 33 years old, when the incident occurred, t's not how I saw my life turning out. or hers. (Altus Times, OK)
Peller fired, then rehired as GSD head Apr 27, 2006
GARY A showdown almost was assured three weeks ago when Rudy Clay replaced Scott L. King as mayor, but King kept his job as special administrator in charge of the Gary Sanitary District ... King, who still is the court-appointed special administrator of the sanitary district, rehired Peller on Wednesday ... After decades of financial turmoil, environmental problems and mismanagement, the GSD in 1987 was put under control of a special administrator, a job held by the elected mayor ever since. (Post-Tribune)
Former football coach says Westhill fired him improperly Apr 26, 2006
The board approved the nomination of Karen Poggi as special administrator of autistic spectrum disorder programs. Poggi was overseeing the program before the appointment but was officially appointed last night. (Stamford Advocate)
Thalacker denies fault in 2002 malpractice case Apr 20, 2006
The document responds to a lawsuit filed by Marilyn Briggs of Dallas, special administrator of the estate of her daughter, Wendy Briggs. According to the complaint, 27-year-old Wendy Briggs died in the Town of Sioux Creek on Nov. 4, 2002, due to a lack of appropriate care administered by Thalacker. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Judge terminates water department post held by Kilpatrick, calls for creation of regional authority Jan 7, 2006
A mayor of Detroit has served as court-appointed special administrator for nearly three decades, with Feikens in charge of a 1977 lawsuit filed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency charging that the water department was polluting the Detroit River through its waste-treatment plant. Feikens gave his court virtual receivership authority to bring the Detroit water system into compliance with federal anti-pollution laws but appointed then-Mayor Coleman Young as special administrator to carry... (Crain's Detroit Business)
