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Judge Orders Release of Senator Stevens' Prosecution

Saturday, February 11, 2012 by Michael C. Rosenblat

U.S. District Judge Emmet Sullivan who presided over the
prosecution of former Alaska Senator Ted Stevens has ordered that the report
which criticizes the prosecution be release on March 15, 2012. Stevens was prosecuted and found guilty in
2008 but was ultimate vindicated prior to sentencing after the court learned that
the prosecutors mismanaged the case. The
report is said to be 500 pages long and the court is delaying its... Read More

Posted at 20:54 PM | PERMALINK

Topic: Criminal Law

Legal settlement helps homeowners underwater on real estate

Saturday, February 11, 2012 by Michael P. Ehline

Homeowners are getting some help from the big banks.... Read More

Posted at 16:09 PM | PERMALINK

Topic: Property Insurance

Landlord's Obligations - Security Devices on Leased Premises

Saturday, February 11, 2012 by Philip W. Boyko

I receive a lot of landlord/tenant questions from clients, but mostly from prospective clients calling for the first time. One question I don't often get concerns the obligation of the landlord in Texas with regard to the residential tenant's safety in the leased premises. Specifically, window latches and doorknob keys on the exterior doors and windows to the premises. The tenant should know that the landlord operating in Texas has statutory duties in this... Read More

Posted at 12:27 PM | PERMALINK

Topic: Landlord and Tenant Law

In-N-Out Burger Copied in China

Saturday, February 11, 2012 by Michelle McCliman

Former employees of In-N-Out Burger Steal the restaurant's concept and take it to China.... Read More

Posted at 11:05 AM | PERMALINK

Topic: Trademarks

Getting Answers to Questions When Unexpected Medical Outcomes Occur.

Saturday, February 11, 2012 by John J. Ratkowitz

If a patient suffers a significant permanent injury as a result of a preventable medical mistake, then after the health care event is over, consultation with a medical malpractice attorney should be considered. If questions about an unexpected outcome are going unanswered in the midst of a medical crisis, however, a patient should contact the hospital's patient advocate and insist on a full explanation of the care provided and description of their current medical condition. Doctors have an ethic... Read More

Posted at 10:36 AM | PERMALINK

Topic: Medical Malpractice

FERS & CSRS Federal Disability Retirement from the Office of Personnel Management: The Medical Condition and Fear

Saturday, February 11, 2012 by Robert R. McGill

Fear is an emotion which is often overwhelming, uncontrollable, and yet an innate, inherent necessity for survival. It possesses a purposeful essence -- it warns the human condition, alerts the person, and heightens the senses to become aware of one's surroundings and potential foreboding of events. But fear can also have a negative, deleterious effect: one which paralyzes and overtakes the rational side of a person. In this day and age, fear in the context of a... Read More

Posted at 08:30 AM | PERMALINK

Topic: Administrative Law

Product Liability Claims: Toning Shoes

Saturday, February 11, 2012 by Mike Bomberger

Several major shoe manufactures released and marketed toning shoes that featured a soft kinetic wedge and a rocker bottom sole. According to the heavy toning shoe-marketing campaigns by toning shoe manufacturers Skechers, Masai Barefoot Technology (MBT), New Balance, Fila, and Reebok, among others, the kinetic wedge and rocker bottom soles would work in conjuction to simulate “micro-instability” that will generate 27% to 30% muscle activity than other shoes. Their advertisements clai... Read More

Posted at 01:12 AM | PERMALINK

Topic: Products Liability

California Comes in 39th in Ranking of States for Financial Stability

Friday, February 10, 2012 by David G. Weil

If you are tired of being constantly worried about finances, seek the help of San Diego bankruptcy lawyers who have helped thousands of consumers emerge from this stressful experience successfully. Contact the Golden State Law Group today to schedule a free initial consultation.... Read More

Posted at 18:39 PM | PERMALINK

Topic: Bankruptcy

Do I Tell My Employer if I Am Considering a Workers' Compensation Claim?

Friday, February 10, 2012 by Gary M. Kazin

Atlanta workers' compensation attorney Gary M. Kazin has represented injured workers in Georgia since 1982. In this blog, he addresses the question of whether or not employees should tell their employers if they are considering filing an injury claim.... Read More

Posted at 18:36 PM | PERMALINK

Topic: Workers Compensation

Study Indicates Those with Higher Incomes More Likely to Get Married

Friday, February 10, 2012 by James D. Scott

If you are of a high net worth and you are facing the possibility of ending your marriage, you need to obtain the help of San Diego high asset divorce lawyers who have helped many clients through this difficult process. Contact the law office of James D. Scott today to schedule an initial consultation.... Read More

Posted at 17:41 PM | PERMALINK

Topic: Divorce

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