Attorney: Reiser 'Downright Obnoxious,' But Not A Killer Apr 17, 2008
DuBois then launched into the history of legal rules requiring that the government must prove its case against defendants. He said that requirement began after Sir Thomas More "pissed off" King Henry VIII and was beheaded. (NBC 11, CA)
Fresh start for Milledge and Dukes Mar 20, 2008
Dukes, who has a history of legal trouble and was deactivated by the Tampa Bay Rays after a series of incidents, will take over left field while recovers from a strained side muscle. In four minor league seasons, Dukes displayed an enticing combination of speed and power, plus an increasingly keen eye at the plate. (USA Today -- Sports)
Marinovich sibling one of 2 'Cuse players arrested Mar 7, 2008
Syracuse spokeswoman Sue Edson said he is the brother of Todd Marinovich, the former University of Southern California standout who has had his own history of legal entanglements. Chiara, 22, is a senior from Mountain Lakes, N.J. He has played tailback in his previous three seasons at Syracuse, but is being moved to safety for spring practice. (ESPN -- College Football News)
No shield to $1.2m claim by client Jan 27, 2008
2 million from a Needham businessman with a history of legal problems, ruling last week that bankruptcy proceedings do not protect him from her fraud claim. Judge William C. Hillman, of the US Bankruptcy Court in Boston, entered the default judgment Wednesday against businessman Kenneth L. Kaplan. (Boston Globe)
With Las Vegas so close, Super Bowl wagers could set a record Jan 26, 2008
"I've already talked with the directors of most major books in town, and this will be the largest wagered Super Bowl in the history of legal sports gambling," said renowned handicapper Brandon Lang, whose life was portrayed by Matthew McConaughey in the 2005 film, Two for the Money. "This one is going to be huge.". (USA Today -- Sports)
Rescued man has history of legal run-ins Jan 19, 2008
Shortly after the Ames Police Department announced it would present two officers with the Award of Valor for saving 21-year-old Justin Hallberg from a burning car, the story, and the dash-cam video of the rescue, achieved national attention. The story had the honor of being featured on Officer. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Fallen Idol Sierra Bound for Rehab Jan 9, 2008
Sierra has had a history of legal- and drug-related run-ins since her 2005 Idol debut, and similar problems run in her family. Sierra's mother, Christine Laura Sierra, died of a drug overdose after racking up her share of drug and prostitution arrests. (E! Online)
Kashef: Genetic Drift Nov 16, 2007
It appeared to match a sample given to police voluntarily by Derrick Todd Lee, a man with a history of legal troubles. Lee's conviction and death sentence were based in part on a method that critics say is at best a prediction of geographical ancestry-not a 100-percent certainty. (Zmag.org)
Poway Bernardo Mortuary on probation under settlement with state agency Nov 9, 2007
Sadler, who has a history of legal problems, left the mortuary earlier this year and was replaced by David Morave as manager. The settlement between Sadler and the state calls for him to hand over his licenses by Nov. 26. (North County Times)
Central Falls man gunned down Oct 18, 2007
However, law enforcement records in Rhode Island indicate that a man named Carlos Gomez, apparently from the same area and of approximately the same age as the victim, had a history of legal trouble in the state. It was unclear whether this record referred to the same man found dead in Foxboro Monday. (Pawtucket Times, RI)
Regional Roundup Oct 3, 2007
A Lodi man with a history of legal troubles ran from police again Tuesday morning, fleeing over a rooftop and crashing through a covered patio in the process. Andrew Wilburly Reid, 24, was arrested in the 400 block of Daisy Avenue around 3 a.m., police said. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Change is needed on immigration, leadership Oct 1, 2007
They understand and care about the history of legal immigration to this country. They understand what Ellis Island means to so many of our immigrants. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Biker targeted in 'gang-style hit,' U.K. police say Aug 15, 2007
" The police have yet to find a motive in the killing and say Mr. Tobin was a well-respected man with no history of legal troubles. "Mr. Tobin was a hard-working man. (Globe and Mail -- International)
Parking enforcement a violation of rights Aug 14, 2007
Glen wrote on Aug 13, 2007 9:08 PM:" Property rights have a long history of legal precedent, but is it really a constitutional right? The state can seize property for public projects (providing compensation), or for non-payment of taxes. But they have to follow an elaborate set of rules to do so. Cities can pass ordinances, which can be challenged in court, but not on the basis of a constitutional guarantee of property. A lot of people scream about the constitution who have never actually read... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Man confesses to killing journalist, police say Aug 6, 2007
Your Black Muslim Bakery has a history of legal troubles, according to CNN affiliate KTVU. When Yusuf Bey died in 2003, he was awaiting trial on charges of sexually abusing a 13-year-old girl who worked at the bakery. Yusuf Bey's son and designated heir, Antar Bey, was shot to death as he talked on his cell phone at an Oakland gas station in October 2005. (CNN -- US)
Missing Lawyer Admits Embezzlement in Confessional Letter Aug 2, 2007
The older Hoyt also has a recent history of legal problems. In March 2007, he and his then wife, Ellen B. Hoyt, filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in New Haven with creditor debts of nearly $280,000 and debts to the Internal Revenue Service and state of Connecticut totaling nearly $29,000. (Law.com)
Does Lindsay Lohan have a future? Jul 29, 2007
"I have been successful in finding and creating incarceration coverage for certain actors on probation which can be revoked if they break certain rules," he said, citing the case of Robert Downey Jr., another high-profile star with a history of legal, drug and alcohol problems. Copyright 2007. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Report: alcohol, marijuana, lithium found in Moscow shooter Jun 23, 2007
Hamilton, a janitor with a history of legal problems, killed his wife late on May 19 at their home before driving into town, where he opened fire at the Latah County sheriff's dispatch center, killing one police officer and wounding three others. Later, he took cover in a church, where he fatally shot the church sexton and then took his own life. (Idaho Press-Tribune)
Drugs found in Idaho gunman who killed 3 Jun 23, 2007
Hamilton, a janitor with a history of legal problems, killed his wife late on May 19 at their home before driving into downtown Moscow, where he opened fire at the Latah County sheriff's dispatch center, killing one police officer and wounding three others. Later, he took cover in a church, where he fatally shot the church sexton and then took his own life. (USA Today)
Windows Thorn Now on Microsoft's Side Jun 15, 2007
UPDATED: Former Windows nemesis Linspire joins Novell and Xandros in making a patent deal with Microsoft. " As part of the deal, Linspire is licensing Microsoft's RT Audio Codec, which is intended to help interoperability between Windows Live Messenger users and the open source instant messaging client (formerly known as GAIM). Linspire will also license the latest Windows Media 10 audio and video codecs, as well as popular Microsoft TrueType fonts, including Arial, Georgia, Times New Roman and... (CIO Information Network)
Judge Throws Out Charges in Guantnamo Prisoner Case... Jun 5, 2007
The ruling, the latest in a history of legal setbacks for the governments effort to bring war-crimes charges against detainees, appeared to raise far-reaching questions, because it involved central principles of detention procedures. Under directives from President Bush and senior Defense Department officials, military officials here have held detainees after finding simply that they were enemy combatants. (The Drudge Report)
Sizemore settles over Fleiss case May 16, 2007
Tom Sizemore has a history of legal problems over drug use. Saving Private Ryan actor Tom Sizemore has settled a legal case brought against him by his former girlfriend, one-time Hollywood madam Heidi Fleiss. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Beach developer's books cooked? May 2, 2007
Caterer partner with Trump in Jones Beach makeover proposal has a history of legal and bookkeeping troubles, documents show. BY ELIZABETH MOORE. (Newsday -- Long Island)
Bucs address needs at TE, sign Hawks' Stevens Apr 30, 2007
" It's likely the Bucs would have signed Stevens much earlier in free agency had in not been for the March incident. That incident could subject Stevens to scrutiny under the NFL's personal conduct policy. And with his history of legal problems, and the recent crackdown by commissioner Roger Goodell, it is possible he could face league sanctions. A first-round selection in the 2002 draft, Stevens has 138 catches for 1,458 yards and 15 touchdowns in 71 games, including 26 starts. A huge target... (ESPN -- Football)
Foreclosure law creates pitfalls for buyers Apr 23, 2007
Additionally, if the title search turns up a history of legal problems liens and lawsuits with the seller, Calloway of Dixie Land Title Association recommends redoubling efforts to check for foreclosure ... Although a search of foreclosure notices is not required under Georgia law, reading the county legal notices for a foreclosure on the property during the time between contract and closing is a good idea, especially if the property has a history of legal problems such as liens and lawsuits. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Continue reading Apr 11, 2007
This is the latest development in a history of legal troubles that mark the adult life of Kings County's top prosecutor's son. His rap sheet goes back at least 12 years. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Web packages 'overpriced': developer Mar 17, 2007
Welcome to The Brisbane Times. A web developer who went to iMergent's StoresOnline sales seminar at the Hilton Hotel on Wednesday night said he was shocked at how many people showed interest in the company's "over-priced" website packages. (Sydney Morning Herald)
New name for same old scam Mar 12, 2007
iMergent's history of legal woes. text/html-documenthttp://brisbanetimes. (Sydney Morning Herald)
SEC Blamed for Delay in Indictment of Former McAfee General Counsel Feb 15, 2007
McAfee has a rich history of legal problems. The company's former CFO was charged in 2004 with scheming to inflate revenues, and faces a criminal trial in March. (Law.com)
N.C. Court of Appeals orders new trial, cites judge's behavior Feb 7, 2007
RALEIGH, N.C. -- A convicted killer will get a new trial because a former judge with a history of legal run-ins could have biased the jury with improper comments, the North Carolina Court of Appeals ruled Tuesday. "We are persuaded that, instead of guarding their even balance, the judge put her thumb on the scales, tipping them in the state's favor," the appeals court said of former Wake County Superior Court Judge Evelyn Hill. (Herald Sun)
Judge gives the boot to the king of the suit Jan 30, 2007
Mr. Kurz referred to Mr. De Teresi in the brief as a professional litigant with "a long history of legal vendettas. It is unknown how many other litigants have been forced -- like DS&K -- to attempt to pay Joseph De Teresi to buy the peace.". Search. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Who would you rather play a round of golf with? Jan 28, 2007
Granted, there's an undeniable dark side to Daly, as his well-documented history of legal, gambling and drinking woes can attest. But a few demons can't make someone a bad guy any more than a well-polished public relations image makes someone a good guy. (North County Times)
Report: Ex-Miami LB transferring to L'ville Jan 26, 2007
The linebacker has had a history of legal trouble. He pleaded no contest in 2004 following incidents in Gainesville, Fla. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Murder charge for handyman Jan 24, 2007
WOODLAND More than seven months after the mysterious disappearance of retired UC Davis professor John Finley Scott, a local handyman with a history of legal troubles, has been charged with his murder. Charles Kevin Cunningham, 38, appeared Monday in Yolo Superior Court, where he was faced with a six-count Yolo County grand jury indictment charging him with murder with the special circumstance of murder of a witness. (Davis Enterprise, CA)
