Attorney News Feb 2006
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Restaurant attorney says flying shrimp not to blame for death
An attorney for the Benihana restaurant chain asked a Long Island jury Wednesday to question a claim that a patron's attempt to duck a piece of flying shrimp caused an injury that led to his death. (Wed, 08 Feb 2006 19:10:14 GMT)
Harpswell hires lawyer for SAD 75 negotiations
HARPSWELL - Selectmen have hired a lawyer to represent the town's interests in School Administrative District 75 withdrawal negotiations. (Wed, 08 Feb 2006 19:13:16 GMT)
Radio Conglomerates Target of 'Payola' Investigation by New York Attorney General Spitzer
New York Attorney General Eliot Spitzer said Wednesday he has subpoenaed many of the nation's largest radio conglomerates in his "payola" investigation of major artists and songs that he claims got air time because of payoffs by recording companies. (Wed, 08 Feb 2006 19:21:14 GMT)
Human rights lawyer calls on media to print Muhammad cartoons
One of Canada's leading human rights advocates says Canadian newspapers should publish the controversial Danish cartoons depicting the Muslim prophet Muhammad. Montreal lawyer Julius Grey spoke to a classroom packed with 60 law students at the University of Ottawa Tuesday afternoon. (Wed, 08 Feb 2006 20:23:58 GMT)
Lawyer wants Canada to let US Iraq deserters stay
Two U.S. army deserters were unfairly denied asylum in Canada partly because the refugee board would not consider the legality of the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq, their lawyer said on Wednesday. (Wed, 08 Feb 2006 20:28:13 GMT)
Lawyer wants Canada to let US Iraq deserters stay
Two U.S. army deserters were unfairly denied asylum in Canada partly because the refugee board would not consider the legality of the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq, their lawyer said on Wednesday. (Wed, 08 Feb 2006 20:30:30 GMT)
Anaheim attorney says Angels owner violated state law and lease
SANTA ANA, Calif. -- An attorney for the city of Anaheim asked a jury on Wednesday to find that Angels baseball team owner Arte Moreno violated state law and a stadium lease contract when he changed the team's name last year. (Wed, 08 Feb 2006 20:35:07 GMT)
Insurance Ranks Third on Fla. Attorney General's List of Common Scams
Insurance scams, especially hurricane-related complaints, ranked third in a list of top categories of fraud complaints received by Attorney General Charlie Crist's office in 2005. The top categories o (Wed, 08 Feb 2006 20:55:22 GMT)
Romano's attorney prepares to file appeal
RENSSELAER COUNTY The attorney for the Columbia High teen who admitted to firing three shots in the school nearly two years ago is preparing to file an appeal of his plea and sentence. (Wed, 08 Feb 2006 21:16:05 GMT)
Romano's attorney prepares to file appeal
It's been almost two years since Columbia High School student Jon Romano fired three shots inside the school, injuring a teacher. Now the teen's attorney is preparing to file an appeal of his plea and sentence. (Wed, 08 Feb 2006 21:18:56 GMT)
Radio conglomerates target of 'payola' probe, says NY Attorney General Spitzer
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) - New York Attorney General Eliot Spitzer said Wednesday he has subpoenaed many of the largest U.S. radio conglomerates in his "payola" investigation of major artists and songs that he claims got air time because of payoffs by recording companies. (Wed, 08 Feb 2006 21:20:35 GMT)
Anaheim attorney says Angels owner violated state law
SANTA ANA, Calif. (AP) -- An attorney for the city of Anaheim asked a jury on Wednesday to find that Angels baseball team owner Arte Moreno violated state law and a stadium lease contract when he changed the team's name last year. (Wed, 08 Feb 2006 22:20:55 GMT)
Toronto lawyer becomes first declared candidate for Liberal leadership
OTTAWA (CP) - A relatively obscure Toronto lawyer has become the first declared candidate for the Liberal leadership. (Wed, 08 Feb 2006 23:56:00 GMT)
Statement by Kevin Marino, lawyer for Coyotes assistant coach Rick Tocchet
NEWARK, N.J. (CP) - Text of a statement by Kevin Marino, lawyer for Phoenix Coyotes assistant coach Rick Tocchet: (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 00:10:00 GMT)
Canada Should Consider Iraq War Legality, Soldiers' Lawyer Says
Feb. 8 (Bloomberg) -- A lawyer for two U.S. soldiers seeking asylum in Canada told a Canadian judge today that immigration officials should determine if the invasion of Iraq was legal before ruling on the soldiers' request. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 00:36:47 GMT)
Pottawattamie County attorney to review case against police chief
HAMBURG, Iowa The Pottawattamie County Attorney's office has been appointed to review animal cruelty allegations against the Hamburg police chief in western Iowa. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 01:11:20 GMT)
Man charged with murder decides to be own attorney
FRENCH VALLEY ---- A Romoland man charged with murdering his father has decided to act as his own attorney. Gerard John Gallo, 53, presented the motion to represent himself Tuesday to Judge James Warren at Southwest Justice Center in French Valley. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 01:17:11 GMT)
Radio Conglomerates Target of 'Payola' Investigation by New York Attorney General Spitzer
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) - New York Attorney General Eliot Spitzer said Wednesday he has subpoenaed many of the nation's largest radio conglomerates in his "payola" investigation of major artists and songs that he claims got air time because of payoffs by recording companies. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 01:23:24 GMT)
Coach's attorney denies gambling allegations
NEWARK, NJ An attorney for Phoenix Coyotes assistant coach Rick Tocchet (TAHK'-et) denies allegations his client financed an illegal gambling operation in New Jersey. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 01:44:29 GMT)
Tocchet's lawyer releases statement
Newark, NJ (Sports Network) - The lawyer for Phoenix Coyotes associate coach and former NHL player Rick Tocchet, who has been identified by the New Jersey State Police and attorney general Zulima Farber for alleged involvement in a gambling ring, issued a statement on Wednesday regarding the allegations against his client. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 02:01:30 GMT)
Toronto lawyer enters Liberal race
OTTAWA (CP) - A relatively obscure Toronto lawyer has become the first declared candidate for the Liberal leadership. Martha Hall Findlay threw her hat in the ring Wednesday, undaunted by the fact that much higher profile contenders have been dropping from the race like flies. "It's a nice change. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 02:33:32 GMT)
Romano's attorney prepares to file appeal
RENSSELAER COUNTY The attorney for the Columbia High teen who admitted to firing three shots in the school nearly two years ago is preparing to file an appeal of his plea and sentence. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 03:01:03 GMT)
Virginia attorney general applauds passage of Homeland Security legislation
RICHMOND - Legislation to codify the mission and duties of the Office of Commonwealth Preparedness and the Secure Commonwealth Panel, carried in the Virginia Senate by Sen. William Wampler, R-Bristol, as SB 363, drew applause from Attorney General Bob McDonnell after it passed both the House and Senate on Wednesday. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 04:02:19 GMT)
Lawyer in coma after attack
SUNGAI PETANI: Lawyer N. Selvamani, who was slashed by two men in an attack at her office, is in a coma. A doctor said the woman lawyer had been in that condition since being admitted to the private hospital on Tuesday evening. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 04:16:13 GMT)
SA lawyer seizes on new research in HIV infection case
The lawyer for a South Australian HIV positive man convicted of endangering the lives of three former lovers has questioned whether his client even has the virus. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 04:47:42 GMT)
Attorney cries foul in Warren
WARREN -- The planning board attorney will pursue communications with the state Ethics Board to determine if the presence of the mayor and deputy mayor during a planning board hearing is a conflict of interest.Joan Facey is requesting planning board permission to construct 26 homes on her 25 acres, located near Route 78 and Hillcrest Road. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 05:17:16 GMT)
Conservation board fires back at attorney
HOPKINTON -- In the latest dust-up between embattled Conservation Commission Chairman Brian Morrison and his colleagues, commission members say Morrison and his attorney should have known they were planning to discuss his performance Monday. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 05:27:46 GMT)
Mumphrey attorney called shining star in legal arena
In his 12 years as a criminal law attorney, Eric J. Davis has had many courtroom successes, but none compares to his latest victory — getting an innocent man out of prison. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 06:55:52 GMT)
Mt. Olive attorney sues mayor
Mount Olive municipal attorney John H. Dorsey is taking the mayor to court. Dorsey wants to nullify Richard De La Roche's edict that no lawyers in Dorsey's Boonton-based firm will be paid for municipal work except Dorsey himself. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 09:16:20 GMT)
Pottawattamie County attorney to review case against police chief
HAMBURG (AP) --- The Pottawattamie County Attorney's office has been appointed to review animal cruelty allegations against the Hamburg police chief. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 10:56:00 GMT)
Bush picks Jackson lawyer
WASHINGTON — President Bush on Wednesday nominated Jackson lawyer Michael Wallace to fill a seat on the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 11:08:14 GMT)
Lawyer Who Stole From Vienna Firm Admits to Laundering Money
A Fairfax County lawyer who embezzled nearly $500,000 from a Vienna law firm and from his clients but was sentenced to only four months in jail recently pleaded guilty in New Jersey to money laundering related to the embezzlement. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 11:16:11 GMT)
Laurel Lawyer, Reservist Dies; Rescued Dog From Iraq
After two drama-filled years in which he almost lost his life in a shootout in Iraq and returned home with a chest full of medals, a wrecked knee and a broken nose, Laurel lawyer John E. Smathers, a captain in the Army Reserve, seemed to have his life lined up nicely. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 11:36:09 GMT)
Pott. County Attorney To Review Case Against Police Chief
The Pottawattamie County Attorney's office has been appointed to review animal cruelty allegations against the Hamburg police chief in western Iowa. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 11:51:14 GMT)
Tocchet will fight 'false charges,' lawyer says
NHL coach Rick Tocchet's new lawyer denies his client was financing a sports gambling ring or involved with organized crime. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 11:51:45 GMT)
Lawyer in Critical Condition
By M. SIVANANTHA SHARMA KULIM: A lawyer, slashed by two parang-wielding intruders at her office on Tuesday, is fighting for her life at the Strand Specialist Hospital in Sungai Petani, Kedah. N. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 12:28:31 GMT)
Lawyer Slashed In Office Dies Of Injuries
KULIM, Feb 9 (Bernama) -- The woman lawyer slashed by two men in her office here on Tuesday died of her injuries in the Strand Specialist Hospital in Sungai Petani Thursday. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 12:30:35 GMT)
Attorney: Suspended I-PASS Manager Followed Policy
An attorney for an Illinois Tollway manager who was recently suspended for failing to follow the agency's purchasing policy says he didn't do anything wrong. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 13:04:17 GMT)
Attorney: Reputed Mob Boss 'Joey The Clown' Broke
An attorney for Joseph "Joey the Clown" Lombardo says the reputed mob boss is nearly broke and will have trouble paying his legal fees. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 13:04:27 GMT)
City Attorney Returns To Work After Leave Due To Scandal
The city attorney of North Miami has returned to work for the first time after salacious accusations surfaced including an affair and blackmail. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 13:28:28 GMT)
Lawyer: U.S. Force-Fed Hunger Strikers
A lawyer for hunger-striking detainees at Guantanamo Bay says the U.S. military is using increasingly harsh methods — including strapping prisoners to a special "restraint chair" — to force them to eat. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 16:04:40 GMT)
Lawyer: Gitmo detainees forced to end hunger strikes
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — A lawyer for detainees at Guantanamo Bay said Thursday that the military has used increasingly harsh methods, including strapping prisoners to a special chair, to force-feed those on hunger strike to persuade them to end their protest. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 17:18:36 GMT)
Well-Known Vioxx Critic Denies Being Courted As Consultant by Attorney He Has Hired
A prominent cardiologist and major plaintiff witness in the first federal Vioxx trial denied Thursday that he is being courted as a litigation consultant by the attorney he has hired _ a Texas lawyer leading numerous Vioxx lawsuits. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 17:53:03 GMT)
Romano's attorney prepares to file appeal
It's been two years since Columbia High School student Jon Romano fired three shots inside the school, injuring a teacher. Now the teen's attorney is preparing to file an appeal of his plea and sentence. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 18:15:53 GMT)
Delavan attorney died Monday
DELAVAN-Delavan Attorney Michael G. Artery, the subject of an article in yesterday's Gazette, died Monday, according to sources in the Walworth County District Attorney's Office. He was 59. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 18:16:49 GMT)
Lawyer Says Gitmo Detainees Force-Fed
A lawyer for detainees at Guantanamo Bay said Thursday that the military has used increasingly harsh methods, including strapping prisoners to a special chair, to force-feed those on hunger strike and persuade them to end their protest. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 18:26:15 GMT)
Lawyer Says Gitmo Detainees Force-Fed
Lawyer for Gitmo Detainees Say Forced-Feeding Caused Drop in Number of Hunger Strikers (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 18:49:55 GMT)
Harrison County inmate tortured by jailers, attorney says
GULFPORT (AP) - A Harrison County inmate who died following a weekend altercation with jailers was tortured and beaten “relentlessly” while restrained, a Gulfport attorney representing the dead prisoner's family says. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 18:57:14 GMT)
District Attorney Falls Two Stories In Elevator
A scary ride last week for Middlesex County District Attorney Martha Coakley. She was inside an elevator at the courthouse on Thorndike Street in Cambridge when it dropped two floors. Coakley was not injured. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 19:05:31 GMT)
Smith Moore attorney receives honor
Smith Moore LLP attorney Alan W. Duncan was recently inducted into the American College of Trial Lawyers, one of three new fellows from North Carolina. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 19:59:43 GMT)
Judge gives 'Clown' a lawyer
A federal judge today granted a request by accused mobster Joey "the Clown" Lombardo to have the court appoint a lawyer to defend him, turning aside prosecutors' contention that the defendant could afford his own attorney. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 20:19:12 GMT)
Attorney General's Application Fails
An Accra High Court, hearing a suit initiated by Mr. Tsatsu Tsikata, against the Chief Justice and the Attorney General, has rejected an application by the Attorney General, Mr. Ayikoi Otoo, seeking to stay proceedings and refer the case to the Supreme Court. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 20:19:15 GMT)
State's Attorney's office to expand area staff
Blame it on the oil activity, or changing times, or what you will, but increased crime rates in the area have put a strain on the Williams County State's Attorney's office. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 21:10:31 GMT)
Defense attorney in Grosse Pointe murder case in contempt of court after fiery outburst
GROSSE POINTE -- After repeatedly shouting at a judge that he wasn't ready for a hearing in an alleged murder-for-hire case that left a Sterling Heights bookkeeper dead last summer, a defense attorney was held in contempt of court this morning and ordered to spend 48 hours in jail. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 21:36:37 GMT)
10,000-plus Britons ask the U.S. Attorney General to release the Five
LONDON, February 8.—Nobel Literature Prize laureate Harold Pinter, 110 MPs and 15 general secretaries of the principal UK trade unions are among thousands of names included in an open letter sent by the British Cuba Solidarity Campaign to U.S. Attorney General Alberto Gonzáles, calling for the immediate release of the five anti-terrorist Cuban fighters imprisoned in that country and known as the (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 22:34:55 GMT)
SF Assistant District Attorney Pleads Guilty To Drug Charges
SAN FRANCISCO -- U.S. Attorney Kevin Ryan announced Wednesday that San Francisco Assistant District Attorney Robert William Roland, 34, has pleaded guilty to receiving drugs from defendants whose cases he was prosecuting. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 22:52:34 GMT)
Enron Judge Stops Lay's Lawyer's Bid to Focus Trial on Fastow
Feb. 9 (Bloomberg) -- The federal judge presiding over the fraud trial of former Enron Corp. top executives Kenneth Lay and Jeffrey Skilling stopped a bid by Lay's lawyer to shift the focus of the trial onto the misdeeds of an Enron subordinate. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 23:22:56 GMT)
Skilling lawyer slams plea deal by Enron trial witness
A lawyer for former Enron CEO Jeffrey Skilling suggested on Thursday that a key government witness in the trial of Skilling and former CEO Ken Lay did not commit the crimes he admitted to under a plea deal with prosecutors. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 23:35:03 GMT)
City Attorney's Office sues online booking companies
SAN DIEGO, 1:44 p.m. Feb. 9 (SIGNONSANDIEGO): The City Attorney's Office filed a lawsuit Thursday against more than a dozen online hotel booking companies for allegedly failing to pay the city of San Diego the correct amount on room taxes. (Thu, 09 Feb 2006 23:41:42 GMT)
Brutally attacked Kedah lawyer dies
Quiet sobs were heard at a ward at the Strand Specialist Hospital here yesterday as doctors switched off the life support machine which kept lawyer N. Selvamani alive for the past 48 hours. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 00:00:51 GMT)
New Lawyer For Padilla?
The Mexican government is throwing a wrench in the murder trial of illegal alien, Miguel Padilla, by asking Blair County to appoint a new lawyer. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 00:33:43 GMT)
Dominican Republic Bank Sues Former President for Fraud, Lawyer Says
The directors of Banco del Progreso have sued the company's former president for alleged money laundering in a scheme that involved real estate in the U.S., a bank lawyer said Thursday. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 00:49:54 GMT)
PA attorney general seizes assets of dozens of officials suspected of corruption
Palestinian prosecutors have frozen bank accounts and seized assets in a widening corruption probe of dozens of government officials suspected of stealing hundreds of millions of dollars in public funds, the attorney general said. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 00:58:40 GMT)
Assemblyman, Running for Attorney General, Attacks Pirro's Record on Sex Offenders
Jeanine F. Pirro, the former Westchester district attorney, made her mark during 12 years in office as a zealous pursuer of sex offenders. She remains outspoken in supporting a law that would confine convicted sex felons civilly after their criminal sentences have ended. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 02:32:21 GMT)
Lay's attorney hits snags in dealings with witness
The lawyer representing former Enron CEO Ken Lay finally got a chance to cross-examine the government's first witness Thursday, and whiffed. Shortly after the lunch break at federal court here, attorney Mike Ramsey attacked the credibility of Mark Koenig. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 03:14:10 GMT)
City attorney leaving post
City Attorney Matt Podracky has tendered his resignation to Lake Havasu City. His final day of work for the city is March 10. Podracky, who has been the city attorney for less than one year, states in his resignation letter that he has accepted a job in Prescott's attorney's office. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 05:11:45 GMT)
Fawley lawyer challenges Behl murder charge
MATHEWS -- The indictment charging an amateur photographer with killing college student Taylor Behl is "irreparably flawed" and should be thrown out, a lawyer representing Benjamin Fawley claims in a motion yesterday. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 05:47:10 GMT)
New CASA attorney will represent children in abuse, neglect cases
CHARLESTON -- The recent rebound of Coles County’s court advocate program for children is continuing with a new attorney, more volunteers and an increased workload, its director says. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 06:39:32 GMT)
Attorney eyes judgeship
A third Nevada County attorney has stepped forward to try for Superior Court Judge Carl Bryan's seat on the bench in the June election, according to the latest report from the county's Clerk-Recorder Office. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 08:37:07 GMT)
NORTH DAKOTA: Hoeven picks Minot lawyer for judge post; DL state's attorney also was nominated
Gov. John Hoeven has picked Minot attorney Michael Sturdevant for a Bottineau state district judgeship. Sturdevant will succeed former Northeast District Judge Lester Ketterling, who retired Dec. 31. Hoeven said Thursday that Sturdevant will start his new job April 1, and serve the two years left on Ketterling's term. Sturdevant will not have to seek election until 2008. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 09:03:42 GMT)
Kendall state's attorney's race getting expensive
YORKVILLE — Heading into the final stretch of the first up-for-grabs Kendall County State's Attorney's race in 10 years, the son of long-time top prosecutor Dallas Ingemunson is outfundraising his opponent — the current assistant state's attorney — by a margin of nearly four to one. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 09:16:33 GMT)
Lawyer seeks to fill vacancy on bench
Chapel Hill lawyer Adam Stein announced Thursday he will run for the Orange-Chatham Superior Court judgeship left vacant by Wade Barber's retirement. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 09:43:41 GMT)
Measure to grant Council its own attorney advances
The Salt Lake County Council is a step closer to getting its own attorney. The Senate Government Operations and Political Subdivisions Committee on Thursday voted 4-1 to support Sen. Darin Peterson's SB249. The Nephi Republican's proposal would allow counties that have opted for an executive-council form of government - Salt Lake and Cache - to hire an attorney to work solely for the council. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 10:15:10 GMT)
FLAP OVER JUDGE'S LAWYER
Supporters of eccentric former Brooklyn Judge John Phillips said yesterday that they planned to file a complaint today with the state's attorney general, accusing the jurist's court-appointed lawyer of selling off his assets. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 11:00:21 GMT)
City attorney is a poet, did you know it?
BROOKSVILLE — Brooksville City Attorney David LaCroix has the right side of his brain aimed at the heart of your honey. But while the title of his new book of poetry suggests the goal is to help the not-so-romantically-articulate among us make their sweetie swoon, LaCroix has a disclaimer. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 11:53:02 GMT)
Lawyer cleared of wife's murder
A lawyer who stabbed his wife to death after she told him she was leaving him for a family friend is convicted of manslaughter. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 11:56:27 GMT)
Lawyer cleared of wife's murder
A lawyer who stabbed his wife after she told him she was going off with a family friend is convicted of manslaughter. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 12:00:49 GMT)
Lawyer jailed for killing unfaithful wife
A WEALTHY lawyer who stabbed his wife to death in a ferocious attack five days after she confessed to an affair was jailed today. A jury at Manchester Crown Court cleared Christopher Lumsden of murder but found him guilty of manslaughter on the grounds of diminished responsibility. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 12:05:19 GMT)
Lay's attorney hits snags in dealings with witness
The lawyer representing former Enron CEO Ken Lay finally got a chance to cross-examine the government's first witness Thursday, and whiffed. Shortly after the lunch break at federal court here, attorney Mike Ramsey attacked the credibility of Mark Koenig. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 12:08:33 GMT)
Lyon County district attorney tossing hat in for judgeship
Lyon County District Attorney Leon Aberasturi will seek appointment to the district court seat being vacated by the retirement of Third Judicial District Court Judge Archie Blake. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 12:10:59 GMT)
Disgraced lawyer Harder struck off
As disgraced lawyer Christopher Harder sat on a shop's steps with tears in his eyes and a cigarette, a passing judge stopped – then shook his hand and wished him well. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 16:21:19 GMT)
State's Attorney's office to expand area staff
Blame it on the oil activity, or changing times, or what you will, but increased crime rates in the area have put a strain on the Williams County State's Attorney's office. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 18:08:53 GMT)
Clinic contravenes Canada Health Act: lawyer
A private health clinic that offers 24-hour care for a $3,500 a-year-fee contravenes the Canada Health Act, according to a Toronto lawyer who specializes in health law. Steven Shrybman says the Centre for Preventative Medicine violates the act by allowing people with higher incomes to jump the cue. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 18:12:07 GMT)
Barnes County receives help in state’s attorney’s office
Barnes County and BC State’s Attorney Brad Cruff recently received some help in the courthouse. As of Feb. 1, Lee Grossman, a native of Velva, joined Cruff’s office as the Barnes County Assistant State’s Attorney. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 19:10:24 GMT)
Sheriff sends Chino airman shooting probe to district attorney
SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. Results of an investigation into the videotaped shooting of an unarmed Air Force airman by a San Bernardino County sheriff's deputy were sent to the district attorney's office today without a recommendation on whether any charges should be filed. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 19:35:38 GMT)
Judge refuses early release of lawyer jailed for contempt of court
DETROIT -- A Wayne County judge today refused to allow a lawyer jailed for contempt of court in Grosse Pointe out of custody a day early. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 19:36:38 GMT)
City Attorney Sues Hotel Booking Web Sites
SAN DIEGO -- City Attorney Mike Aguirre has filed a lawsuit against more than a dozen online hotel booking companies that Aguirre says have failed to pay taxes. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 20:05:10 GMT)
Defense attorney says confession coerced, should be tossed out
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — A defense attorney argued Friday investigators bullied an ex-convict into confessing to murdering three women, insisting the statement should be barred as evidence. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 20:10:05 GMT)
Moussaoui: Family Lawyer on Sanity, Execution
A family lawyer for Zacarias Moussaoui discusses the sanity and possible execution of 9/11's alleged '20th hijacker.' (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 20:28:55 GMT)
Lawyer says park owner treated unfairly: Numerous code violations cited at mobile home park
The lawyer for L.J. Buffington, owner of Buffington Mobile Home Park, told Benton City Council members that he believes Buffington was treated unfairly by the city's code enforcement officers. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 20:44:01 GMT)
Defense attorney says confession coerced, should be tossed out
SYRACUSE, N.Y. A defense attorney argues that investigators bullied an ex-convict into confessing to murdering three women. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 21:37:01 GMT)
Defense attorney says confession coerced, should be tossed out
(Syracuse, NY - AP) - A defense attorney argues that investigators bullied an ex-convict into confessing to murdering three women. Attorney Thomas Miller insists the statement should be barred as evidence. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 21:37:32 GMT)
County Attorney: Council President Can Probe Mail Theft As Crime
Jefferson County attorney Irv Maze is giving the go-ahead to Metro Council President Kevin Kramer to treat possible mail theft at council's offices as a crime. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 21:37:55 GMT)
Judge grants early dismissal to lawyer jailed for contempt of court
After apologizing for his outbursts Thursday, lawyer Michael Rataj was released from jail this afternoon, ahead of schedule and free to continue defending a man charged in Grosse Pointe's first murder case in decades. (Fri, 10 Feb 2006 23:21:28 GMT)
Former lawyer sent to prison for stealing clients' money
NEW BRITAIN, Conn. -- A former lawyer was sentenced to 15 months in prison Friday for stealing thousands of dollars from elderly clients. (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 00:41:26 GMT)
Lawyer with 'Spock complex' cleared of murdering his wife
A lawyer convicted of manslaughter after stabbing his wife to death will only have to serve another 19 months in jail because he is seriously ill. (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 01:31:44 GMT)
Lawyer jailed for five years for killing wife
A lawyer who repeatedly stabbed his unfaithful wife to death escaped conviction for murder but was jailed for five years. (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 01:33:05 GMT)
Lawyer gets five years for killing his wife
A WEALTHY lawyer who stabbed his wife to death in a ferocious attack five days after she confessed to having an affair was jailed yesterday for five years. (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 02:17:00 GMT)
Tardy Attorney
Winterset, February 10, 2006 - Criminals don't get away with showing up late to court, and neither do county attorneys. Madison County attorney Martin Ramsey will be in court next week to face a contempt of court charge. He's accused leaving a jury pool waiting at a January trial. (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 02:31:33 GMT)
U.N. Staff to Speak With U.S. Attorney
The United Nations has notified several employees that the U.S. Attorney's Office wants to interview them as part of an investigation into alleged corruption of its procurement division, according to a letter obtained Friday. (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 03:22:45 GMT)
It was pin-drop silence when the remains of lawyer N. Selvamani, 49, were brought into the Berapit crematorium in Bukit
The hearse made its way from Selvamani’s house in Kampung Tunku Putra, Kilang Lama, at 2pm. The lawyer’s family members, including her husband, Balabedha Ramaloo, son Sri Chandra and daughter Sri Pracha Nanthini, sobbed uncontrollably when the last rites were conducted in their house. (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 04:17:15 GMT)
Controversial Broward judge jails defense attorney for missing trial dates
A judge sentenced a defense attorney to an exceptionally lengthy two months in jail Friday because he skipped two trial dates, the latest because he was at a professional conference in Las Vegas. (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 04:58:46 GMT)
Sheriff sends Chino airman shooting probe to district attorney
SAN BERNARDINO -- Results of an investigation into the videotaped shooting of an unarmed Air Force security officer by a sheriff's deputy were sent to the district attorney's office Friday without a recommendation on whether any charges should be filed. (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 05:19:50 GMT)
Attorney General Office subpoenas Súmate directors again
The Attorney General Office has summoned María Corina Machado and Alejandro Plaz, both of the directors of NGO Súmate, as defendants in a new case. (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 05:31:14 GMT)
OUT IN 19 MONTHS.. THE LAWYER WHO HACKED HIS WIFE TO DEATH
A WEALTHY lawyer jailed yesterday for butchering his wife to death will be free in 19 months. Crippled Christopher Lumsden, 52 - who stabbed his cheating wife more than 30 times - was cleared of murder but convicted of manslaughter through diminished responsibility. (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 05:33:48 GMT)
Shooting death was accident, lawyer says
Police reports indicate there was some fooling around with a gun. YOUNGSTOWN — The shooting death of a 15-year-old boy at the hands of his older cousin was a tragic mistake, not murder, a defense lawyer says. (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 06:32:27 GMT)
In brief: Ohio lawyer seeks county judgeship
IRONTON -- Kevin Waldo, an Ironton lawyer and an assistant Lawrence County prosecutor, has filed as a Republican candidate for Lawrence County Common Pleas judge. (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 09:15:11 GMT)
Helen F. Althaus, Pioneer Woman Lawyer, dies at 95
Helen F. Althaus, a descendant of Oregon pioneers and a pioneer woman lawyer in Oregon, died Feb. 2, in Ashland. She was 95 years old. (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 09:47:48 GMT)
Ex-federal prosecutors join N.J. attorney general's team
Attorney General Zulima V. Farber announced Friday the hiring of two prosecutors with high-profile federal experience as her top assistants. (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 10:07:09 GMT)
Siegelman hires Mobile attorney
Former Gov. Don Siegelman has picked flamboyant Mobile lawyer Vince Kilborn III to be his lead attorney in the public corruption case set to go to trial May 1. (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 10:31:27 GMT)
Laski wants time to make a plea bargain, attorney says
Indicted former City Clerk Jim Laski will plead not guilty Monday, then ask for more time to work out a deal with the government, his attorney said Friday. (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 10:36:59 GMT)
District attorney receives results of shooting probe
Results of an investigation into the videotaped shooting of an unarmed Air Force security officer by a San Bernardino County sheriff's deputy were sent to the district attorney's office Friday without a recommendation on whether any charges should be filed. (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 11:31:26 GMT)
Attorney general and FBI to probe debit card fraud
The FBI and the California attorney general's office said Friday that they're investigating a far-reaching case of fraud in which debit card numbers belonging to as many as 200,000 consumers were stolen by an international counterfeiting ring. The... (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 11:36:48 GMT)
Former county attorney fights for her dog's life
Former Alameda County Deputy District Attorney Deborah Streicher looks at her dog Sasha and sees a calm, loving animal. (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 11:51:35 GMT)
Family's shock as killer lawyer may be free next year
LAWYER Christopher Lumsden could be out of prison in just 19 months after he was convicted of stabbing his unfaithful wife to death. Relatives were said to be shocked at the sentence as they paid tribute to his wife Alison's "enthusiasm, kindness and devotion". (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 12:06:53 GMT)
Lawyer arrested on drug charges
A six-month investigation resulted in the Friday arrest of a Palatka lawyer on drug charges, the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office reported. Carl K. Zolezzi, 58, faces charges of possession of cocaine, sale of cocaine and possession of a controlled substance. (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 12:11:04 GMT)
Illinois Hospitals React To Attorney General's Proposed Guidelines For Tax-Exempt Status
llinois hospitals on Tuesday started an "aggressive defense" of their tax-exempt status, in reaction to state Attorney General Lisa Madigan's (D) proposal to require all not-for-profit hospitals to spend at least 8% of operating costs on health care for indigent patients, the Chicago Tribune reports... click link for more info. (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 16:07:24 GMT)
Despite disability, attorney makes strides in judicial system
PORT CLINTON -- When Chas Muñoz walked into Judge Paul Moon's office in December, Muñoz was suddenly startled by an unfamiliar sound. Muñoz, the Ottawa County Common Pleas Court staff attorney, listened intently for a few minutes while Moon wondered if something was wrong. (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 17:16:51 GMT)
Controversial Broward judge jails defense attorney for missing trial dates
A judge sentenced a defense attorney to an exceptionally lengthy two months in jail Friday because he skipped two trial dates, the latest because he was at a professional conference in Las Vegas. (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 19:41:35 GMT)
District attorney receives results of shooting probe
Results of an investigation into the videotaped shooting of an unarmed Air Force security officer by a San Bernardino County sheriff's deputy were sent to the district attorney's office Friday without a recommendation on whether any charges should be filed. (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 21:46:36 GMT)
Attorney Kevin Jung Dies
Jung was shot by rival attorney William Joice 15 months ago and had been in vegetative state ever since. (Sat, 11 Feb 2006 23:45:22 GMT)
Lawyer gets 15 months for stealing from clients
(New Britain-AP, Feb. 11, 2006 1:45 PM) _ A former probate lawyer convicted of stealing from elderly clients has been sentenced to 15 years in prison, suspended after 15 months. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 01:23:13 GMT)
Attorney gets 97-day jail sentence
Benton attorney Jerry Stewart was sentenced to 97 days in jail on Thursday in Saline County Circuit Court for second- and third-offense driving while intoxicated. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 02:28:31 GMT)
Lawyer says park owner treated unfairly: Numerous code violations cited at mobile home park
The lawyer for L.J. Buffington, owner of Buffington Mobile Home Park, told Benton City Council members that he believes Buffington was treated unfairly by the city's code enforcement officers. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 02:29:11 GMT)
Benton attorney shows up at trial legally drunk
Benton attorney Jerry Stewart was cited for contempt and jailed Monday after showing up legally drunk for a bench trial in Saline County Circuit Court. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 02:31:12 GMT)
Sheriff sends Chino airman shooting probe to district attorney
SAN BERNARDINO -- Results of an investigation into the videotaped shooting of an unarmed Air Force security officer by a sheriff's deputy were sent to the district attorney's office Friday without a recommendation on whether any charges should be filed. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 02:38:36 GMT)
Lawyer: No Criminality in Backpack Baby Case
Feb 11, 2006 9:40 pm US/Eastern (1010 WINS) (NEW YORK) A teenager who hid her pregnancy, then failed to seek help when she gave birth to the baby in a shower at home, didn't act with criminal intent, her lawyer said Saturday. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 03:02:05 GMT)
Bellevue lawyer shot by rival in 2004 dies
William Joice, the lawyer who confessed to the shooting, is serving a 32-year prison sentence for attempted first-degree murder. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 03:07:44 GMT)
Controversial Broward judge jails defense attorney for missing trial dates
A judge sentenced a defense attorney to an exceptionally lengthy two months in jail Friday because he skipped two trial dates, the latest because he was at a professional conference in Las Vegas. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 05:12:35 GMT)
Attorney Dies 15 Months After Shooting By Rival
Seattle, WA -- An attorney mortally wounded by a rival more than a year ago died Saturday of his injuries. The death of Kevin Jung, 45, of Bellevue was confirmed by Officer Michael Chiu, spokesman for the Bellevue Police Department. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 05:17:51 GMT)
Friends Celebrate Attorney Gao's Safe Return to Beijing
Attorney Gao Zhisheng safely returned to Beijing from his hometown in Shaanxi Province on February 11. More than 20 people from different walks of life held a welcome-back reception for attorney Ga... (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 05:20:50 GMT)
Weyewauga man's attorney finds no grounds for appeal
OSHKOSH, Wis. - The attorney of a former Eagle Scout accused of killing a man to see if he could get away with it doesn't believe he has any grounds to appeal the conviction, court records show. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 05:33:10 GMT)
Santa Ynez attorney charged with embezzlement
A Santa Ynez civil attorney will be arraigned Wednesday on five counts of embezzlement and elder abuse for allegedly stealing more than $300,000 from his clients. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 06:51:22 GMT)
Mo. attorney general cites fraud in lawsuit
A Columbia company has been sued by Attorney General Jay Nixon who said its principles used investment money for personal use. Nixon obtained a temporary restraining order Friday against Columbia-based UMI Inc., saying it engaged in deception and fraud. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 07:48:54 GMT)
State's Attorney's office to expand area staff
Blame it on the oil activity, or changing times, or what you will, but increased crime rates in the area have put a strain on the Williams County State's Attorney's office. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 07:53:53 GMT)
Local attorney helps less fortunate
Huntington attorney William L. Redd won some of his best legal arguments on the steps of his elementary school in Welch, W.Va. Some might say it was the beginning of his law career, except for the fact that he was only 9 years old at the time. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 09:03:13 GMT)
Lake Wales lawyer appointed to Polk judicial post
A Lake Wales lawyer was appointed to the Polk County Court by Gov. Jeb Bush last week. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 09:28:45 GMT)
Lawyer: Saddam Not Planning Hunger Strike
The chief lawyer representing Saddam Hussein said Sunday he was wrong in reporting that the former Iraqi leader and seven co-defendants would begin a hunger strike to protest the "illegality" of the court hearing their case. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 10:29:39 GMT)
Bellevue attorney shot by rival dies
Bellevue attorney Kevin Jung, who was been in a vegetative state since being gunned down Nov. 3, 2004, by a rival attorney, died early Saturday. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 11:33:42 GMT)
Saddam will not stage hunger strike - chief lawyer
AMMAN (Reuters) - Saddam Hussein will not go on a hunger strike on Monday, his chief defence lawyer said, retracting an earlier statement that the former Iraqi president was planning to start the protest when his trial resumed. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 11:54:14 GMT)
Saddam will not stage hunger strike: chief lawyer
Saddam Hussein will not go on a hunger strike on Monday, his chief defense lawyer said, retracting an earlier statement that the former Iraqi president was planning to start the protest when his trial resumed. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 12:10:13 GMT)
Lawyer arrested on drug charges
Palatka Daily News - A six-month investigation resulted in the Friday arrest of a Palatka lawyer on drug charges, the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office reported. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 12:11:04 GMT)
Lawyer retracts Saddam hunger strike threat
BAGHDAD (Reuters) - The troubled trial of Saddam Hussein was hit by fresh confusion on Sunday when his chief defence lawyer said the former Iraqi leader planned to go on hunger strike, but then retracted his statement minutes later. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 12:35:26 GMT)
Controversial Broward judge jails defense attorney for missing trial dates
A judge sentenced a defense attorney to an exceptionally lengthy two months in jail Friday because he skipped two trial dates, the latest because he was at a professional conference in Las Vegas. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 12:42:44 GMT)
Saddam won't hunger strike: lawyer
SADDAM Hussein will not go on a hunger strike, his chief defence lawyer said, retracting an earlier statement that the former Iraqi president was planning to start the protest when his trial resumed. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 12:50:53 GMT)
Lawyer retracts Saddam hunger strike claim
The chief lawyer representing Saddam Hussein said today he was wrong in reporting that the former Iraqi leader and seven co-defendants would begin a hunger strike to protest the “illegality” of the court hearing their case. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 13:00:22 GMT)
Lawyer retracts Saddam hunger strike threat
The troubled trial of Saddam Hussein was hit by fresh confusion on Sunday when his chief defense lawyer said the former Iraqi leader planned to go on hunger strike, but then retracted his statement minutes later. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 13:39:33 GMT)
Lawyer retracts Saddam hunger strike threat
The troubled trial of Saddam Hussein was hit by fresh confusion on Sunday when his chief defence lawyer said the former Iraqi leader planned to go on hunger strike, but then retracted his statement minutes later. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 13:47:56 GMT)
Lawyer:Delivering Baby at Home Not Criminal
Feb 12, 2006 8:23 am US/Eastern (1010 WINS) (NEW YORK) A teenager who hid her pregnancy, then failed to seek help when she gave birth to the baby in a shower at home, didn't act with criminal intent, her lawyer said Saturday. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 14:01:45 GMT)
Controversial Broward judge jails defense attorney for missing trial dates
A judge sentenced a defense attorney to an exceptionally lengthy two months in jail Friday because he skipped two trial dates, the latest because he was at a professional conference in Las Vegas. (Sun, 12 Feb 2006 15:27:54 GMT)
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