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In May, the British tabloid, which publishes the Sun, alleged Cameron Diaz had an affair with a married man. She turned around and sued them for defamation and has been awarded a substantial amount in an undisclosed out of court settlement. (Jul-30-05) [ CHICAGO SUN TIMES ] Legal Help If you have a similar problem and would like to be cont... - Qwest Communications International Inc. Fraud Settlement
The telecommunication company's former executive, Gregory Casey, has agreed to pay a $2.1 million settlement for allegedly participating in fraud conspiracy. The Securities and Exchange Commission was investigating accounting irregularities at the Denver based company. (Jul-27-05) [ INDY STAR ] Legal Help If you have a similar problem and... - Weyerhaeuser Co. PCB Contamination Settlement
The United States Department of Justice and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency filed a lawsuit against the company alleging environmental violations and PCB water contamination. Weyerhaeuser has agreed to clean up the Plainwell Mill and 12th Street landfill. Weyerhaeuser must pay a $6.2 million settlement to the EPA for the cleanup of PCB contamin... - Prudential Equity Group Disclosure Settlement
Federal regulators from the Securities and Exchange Commission filed a lawsuit against the investment firm for allegedly failing to disclose payment for an October 2001 research report it issued on a company. Prudential also failed to promptly provide documents related to the payment to the agency staff in its investigation and has agreed to a $125,000... - Journal Communications Defamation Settlement
Spanish Journal editor Robert Miranda filed a civil suit against WTMJ AM radio talk show host Charlie Sykes and his employer Journal Communication. The lawsuit claimed Sykes' web log included remarks regarding Miranda's Pro America protest rally at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee from 1991. Journal Communications has agreed to a $5000 settlement;... - First American Corp., Fidelity National Financial Inc., and LandAmerica Financial Group Inc. Referral Kickback Settlement
The California Insurance Commissioner filed a lawsuit against the three title insurers for allegedly paying kickbacks for referrals. The companies allegedly practiced captive reinsurance, where builders, lenders, and agents set up subsidiaries to share the risk of writing a title insurance policy. In the settlement First American Corp. has agreed to pay... - American Suzuki Motor Corp. announces Safety recall of 3400 All Terrain Vehicles
On July 28th, 2005 American Suzuki Motor Corp. of Brea, California announced a voluntary recall of the 2004 and 2005 Suzuki "Twin Peaks" All Terrain Vehicles (ATV's). The recall involves approximately 3400 ATVs. Reports indicate that a serious significant impact to the front wheel of the ATV while it is being steered fully turned to either side c... - The Holmes Company expands previous recall of "Rival" Slow Cookers
On July 29th, 2005 The Holmes company of Milford, Massachusetts announced an expansion of a previous recall for their "Rival" brand Slow Cookers. Consumers are urged to stop using the recalled slow cookers immediately. The handles on the base of these slow cookers can break, resulting in a serious burn hazard to consumers and others near the cookers... - Allegations of Serious Safety defects with various late model Mercedes Benz S-class Luxury Sedans
A law firm is investigating a possible trend in complaints alleging a variety of serious safety issues with various model Mercedes S-class luxury sedans, apparently from the year 2000 onward. Complaints about one of the more expensive of the Mercedes sedan lines are being reported alleging unanticipated acceleration with simultaneous brake failure... - Dr. Ali Al-Mudamgha and Saint Joseph's Hospital Malpractice and Wrongful Death Settlement
In 2001, 26-year-old Andrew Luke of Baldwinsville died after a hole was torn in the wall of his heart while his pacemaker was being replaced. Doctor Ali Al-Mudamgha has agreed to pay $2.9 million dollars and the carrier for Saint Joseph's Hospital will pay $200,000 towards the medical malpractice and wrongful death settlement. (Jul-25-05) [ WSTM NEWS... - Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce Settlement
Regulators claimed the Toronto based bank improperly traded stocks that hurt ordinary shareholders. Authorities alleged the bank provided brokerage services and more than $1.3 billion in financing to hedge funds engaged in "market timing" strategies. CIBC has agreed to a settlement which includes $100 million in restitution and $25 million in penalties... - San Francisco City Firefighter Gender Harassment Settlement
Six year firefighter, Kristen Odlaug, filed a lawsuit against her employer claiming that alcohol was prevalent at the firehouse where she worked in the Richmond District. The suit also alleged that high ranking officers tolerated on duty drinking, which in turn fostered harassment. The city of San Francisco has agreed to award Odlaug a $400,000 gender h... - Sony BMG Music Entertainment Pay to Play Settlement
The company allegedly gave a program director of a San Diego radio station a 32 inch plasma TV in exchange for adding JLo's songs to her play list. Sony BMG also asked the programmer to provide a fictitious contest winner's name and Social Security number to cover up her involvement. Pay for play is improper and illegal. New York Attorney General clai... - Electric Vehicle International Loan Agreement Settlement
In 1997, the company received a $1.1 million loan from the Department of Housing and Urban Development amid promises it would bring 300 jobs to the city about 25 miles northeast of Indianapolis. The city of Anderson guaranteed the defunct electric vehicle manufacturer the federal loan. Electric Vehicle International was sold and operations were moved to... - Aer Lingus Employee Grievance Discrimination Settlement
John O'Connell was the top manager of Aer Lingus' human resources division and claimed he was undermined in his job. O'Connell claimed the company had failed to investigate his grievance and filed a lawsuit against his employer. Aer Lingus made a settlement package worth up to 500,000 in exchange for O'Connell's dismissal. (Jul-24-05) Leg... - Sportcraft Announces Recall of 12,000 Treadmills due to Unexpected Acceleration
On July 28th, 2005 Sportcraft Ltd., of Mt. Olive, New Jersey announced a recall of about 12,000 Tredex and TX model exercise treadmills. Sportscraft has received about 110 reports of unexpected acceleration, 14 of which resulted in minor injuries, including sprains and bruises. Clearly, this poses a risk of injury for consumers using these particu... - Targus Inc. Publishes Safety Notice Regarding Slimline Power Inverters
Targus Inc., of Anaheim, California recently released a "Safety Notice" to Immediately Stop Sales of Model APV07CA 150 Watt and APV08CA 45 Watt Dual Outlet Slimline Power Inverters to its key US Distributors. Targus Inc., a well known provider of notebook PC accessories and peripherals, as well as products for other devices like the iPod, states th... - Williams Oil Gathering Breach of Contract Settlement
Horizon Offshore, Inc. filed a lawsuit against the company for breach of contract and wrongful withholding of amounts due to Horizon for services provided on a pipeline project in 2003. A $4.8 million settlement has been awarded to Horizon for breach of contract. (Jul-07-05) [ PRIMEZONE ] Legal Help If you have a similar problem and would... - Tiger Telematics Inc. Sponsorship Settlement
Jordan Grand Prix Limited has come to an amicable out of court settlement for $1.5 million regarding a $3 million legal dispute over sponsorship. (Jul-08-05) [ GAMES INDUSTRY ] Legal Help If you have a similar problem and would like to be contacted by a lawyer at no obligation, please click the link below to submit your complaint... - Enron Corp. CA Energy Crisis Market Manipulation Settlement
The California Attorney General filed a lawsuit against the bankrupt company alleging market manipulation during the California energy crisis of 2000 and 2001. Enron has agreed to pay the state a $1.52 billion settlement; $47.5 million in cash and $1.475 billion in bankruptcy claims. (Jul-15-05) [ BLOOMBERG ] Legal Help If you have a simi...