Disbarred Lawyer Says He's a Victim of Federal Fraud Suit Jun 27, 2009
Also in 2005, in an unrelated case, the Georgia Court of Appeals upheld a Fulton County Superior Court jury's award of more than $300,000 in damages and attorney fees to a former employer, who sued Quay for breach of contract, fraud and breach of fiduciary duty. The appeals court reduced a $650,000 punitive damages award to $250,000. (Law.com)
Default judgment eyed in investment scheme case Jun 27, 2009
The suit accuses Lowrance and his New Zealand-based First Capital Savings of fraud, breach of contract and fraudulent mismanagement of offshore foreign currency exchange accounts opened by customers hoping for 7 percent monthly returns. The 199 plaintiffs -- five of them from South Dakota -- accuse Lowrance of failing to make live market trades, transferring money from one client's account to another to keep up the appearance of earnings, and using proceeds for personal gain and other business... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Discus Dental Files Suit to Protect BriteSmile(R) Trademark Jun 27, 2009
June 26 /PRNewswire/ -- Discus Dental, LLC ("Discus") today announced that it has filed a lawsuit in Los Angeles federal court against Florida-based BSML, Inc. ("BSML") charging BSML with breach of contract and violation of Discus trademark rights. By its lawsuit, Discus seeks to end a license agreement with BSML for use of the Discus-owned BriteSmile(R) trademark, a court order prohibiting BSML from future use of the trademark, and damages to its valuable intellectual property rights associated... (PR Newswire)
FRIEND: Michael Jackson Had Demerol Addiction Jun 27, 2009
" An overdose can be "reversible," he said, by administering mouth-to-mouth rescusitation and then an antidote -- Naloxone. Schaffel, who produced Jackson's "Private Home Movies" in 2003, said his friend's addiction to Demerol began as early as 1984, when the pop star suffered burns when his hair caught fire filming a Pepsi commercial. He was later was treated at the Betty Ford Clinic. In 2002, Jackson was ordered to undergo a medical examination after he failed to show up in a California court... (ABC News)
Farrah Fawcett, iconic 'Charlie's Angels' actress, 62 Jun 26, 2009
Spelling and coproducer Leonard Goldberg took her to court, alleging breach of contract, and replaced her with Cheryl Ladd. In a settlement, Ms. Fawcett agreed to return for six more episodes over the show s remaining run. (Boston Globe)
World tour beckoned for Jackson Jun 26, 2009
Despite his musical and sales success, Jackson's life was peppered with law suits, including those brought by the families of alleged child abuse victims and employees, including that of a former spokeswoman, Raymone Bain, who sued him for $US59 million over what she said was breach of contract. He was acquitted over child abuse charges four years ago. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Michael Jackson Rushed To Hospital Jun 26, 2009
" MTV News was unable to reach representatives for Jackson at press time. The Los Angeles Times and TMZ reported late Thursday afternoon that Jackson had died, but those reports were unconfirmed at press time. A spokesperson at UCLA Medical Center declined comment when contacted by MTV News. If the reports are accurate, this development will almost certainly have an impact on the singer's which are scheduled to begin on July 13. The concerts all sold out within hours of the tickets going on... (VHI.com -- Music News)
‘King of Pop’ dies in LA at age of 50 Jun 26, 2009
Karen White, a former longtime Santa Maria Times reporter, remember Jackson as being kind during his 2002 civil trial involving an alleged breach of contract, and that his eyes lit up when he talked about entertaining. Jackson won the 2002. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Fed loans give efficient vehicles a big push Jun 25, 2009
Co-founder Martin Eberhard sued CEO Elon Musk, accusing him of slander and breach of contract. And critics questioned whether federal financing should go to a luxury carmaker whose products most taxpayers can't afford. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Contract award may end dispute with EBS Jun 25, 2009
Emergent sued Protein Sciences for fraud and breach of contract last year in the first of two lawsuits it s filed against the Connecticut company. The second, filed earlier this month, was to seize all of Protein Sciences assets as collateral for the $10 million loan, for which Emergent said in a filing it had given two extensions for repayment, one in January and the other at the end of May. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Woman awarded $220,000 wants more from county Jun 24, 2009
On May 29, an Orangeburg County jury awarded Hiott $10,000 in actual damages on her breach of contract complaint against the county. It also awarded her $210,000 on her separate claim that the county was negligent for causing damage to her property. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Tesla's Musk fires back at Eberhard Jun 23, 2009
Elon Musk fired back at Martin Eberhard , responding to a lawsuit from the Inc. co-founder claiming libel, slander and breach of contract in connection with his ouster from the company in 2007. Musk wrote that when he met Eberhard, "he had no technology of his own, he did not have a prototype car and he owned no intellectual property relating to electric cars. All he had was a business plan to commercialize the AC Propulsion Tzero electric sports car concept. Three years later, when Eberhard was... (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Tribe refuses to pay room tax Jun 21, 2009
He would not say whether he considered the move to be a breach of contract. "We feel positive and confident this is something we're going to be able to work out with the city." Tags. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Statement on Beyonce Launch Party Cancellation Jun 20, 2009
NEW YORK, June 19 /PRNewswire/ -- The cancellation of the launch party for Beyonce's "I AM..." tour, first scheduled for this Saturday at M2, was a result of a breach of contract by the promoter. Beyonce never had a contract with the club itself and no one in her camp dealt directly with the venue. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Playboy sues its e-commerce marketer Jun 20, 2009
The e-commerce division of Chicago-based filed a lawsuit Wednesday against eFashion Solutions LLC of Secaucus, N.J., for breach of contract ... At that time, Mr. Foy gave Playboy a letter claiming his company would cease operations with Playboy because the media company was in breach of contract ... Playboys suit did not detail why eFashion claimed Playboy was in breach of contract. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Firms in fight to shake off "China Inc" image Jun 19, 2009
"Besides, a 1-percent break fee for a $19.5-billion deal makes breach of contract too easy.". Yao's colleague in England, Dr Sutherland, added: "The complicated deal Chinalco proposed created a long gestation period and opened up possibilities for market corrections and greater political scrutiny. "The major lesson is to keep trying. (Xinhuanet, China)
Counterterror Group Sues Marriott Over Wilders Event Jun 19, 2009
for breach of contract for its abrupt cancellation of an appearance by controversial Dutch politician Geert Wilders ... The cancellation of the event came as a complete surprise to security council Director Tom Trento, who stated, "The fact that the Marriott sent me an e-mail at 7 p.m. on a Friday night canceling our well-planned event made it very plain to me that something was up. I suspected there was more here than a breach of contract." ... Were not playing games here, and this breach of... (Newsmax)
PartyGaming bets on Empire Online Jun 19, 2009
Empire filed a lawsuit claiming breach of contract which was settled by PartyGaming paying out $250m in return for the Empirepoker. com website and other assets from Empire. (Yahoo News -- Gambling & Lottery)
Lynne Spears fires back in lawsuit with Lutfi Jun 19, 2009
In February, Lutfi filed suit against Britney and her parents, Jamie and Lynne Spears, accusing them of libel, defamation, battery, intentional infliction of emotional distress and breach of contract. And in Lynne Spears court filing on June 15, she claims Lutfis lawsuit is meritless because he is suing her for her words, which she claims are constitutionally protected. (MSNBC -- News)
How far will China's expansion bids go Jun 17, 2009
"Chinalco should have pressed its negotiating advantage harder and not given Rio time to seek alternatives. Besides, a 1-percent break fee for a 19.5 billion-U.S.-dollars deal makes breach of contract too easy," he said. Yao's opinion was shared by his colleague, Dr. Dylan Sutherland, a scholar in Contemporary Chinese Studies at the University of Nottingham. (Xinhuanet, China)
Fidel Castro's son tricked in Internet love sting Jun 17, 2009
Before you sign a Public Adjuster Claim Service contract (they are all from the same boilerplate), know that this contract can NEVER be cancelled (after the three-day right to rescind has passed), does not have a termination or expiration date, does not specify what will be specifically provided or delivered, lives on until the claim is settled, cannot be terminated for failure to deliver (breach of contract) and the Public Adjuster Claim Service is legally entitled to receive his fee (because... (Cincinnati Nation)
St. Regis subcontractor sues Bovis for $5.1M Jun 16, 2009
The lawsuit goes on to charge Bovis with a breach of contract and unjust enrichment. United Forming was named as a subcontractor on the St. Regis in 2006. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
SendTec files for bankruptcy protection Jun 16, 2009
SendTec files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection - Tampa Bay Business Journal. for free extra services. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Atlanta Motor Speedway sues Pep Boys Jun 16, 2009
Pep Boys then sent a purported notice of anticipatory breach of contract to AMS, saying AMS failed to comply with the sponsorship deal because it scheduled the 2009 fall NASCAR race during the summer. Pep Boys also said it was terminating the sponsorship agreement. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Sheriff transfer comes with a catch Jun 16, 2009
Lincoln had to pay $1 for breach of contract for calling in sick 104 times before he retired. While the jury didn t specify any damages and found the city didn t lose any money, Judge Charles Hely awarded the city $1. (Hanover Mariner, MA)
Broke as a Joke Jun 16, 2009
When he found new representation, the old managers had Meat's assets frozen and sued him for breach of contract. He was forced to file for bankruptcy in 1981. (Fox News)
Lawsuit seeks minimum of $100K Jun 16, 2009
The civil suit, filed last Wednesday, contends that Miller's actions, including the demotion and the failure to restore him to senior staff or a supervisory position after the decision was overturned constitutes a breach of contract and a violation of good faith and fair dealing, causing "mental and emotional distress, physical injury..., lost income and lost employment opportunities and damage to reputation in an amount in excess of 100,000." Findley was suspended by Miller in late January... (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Game, set and match as tennis club wins back control Jun 6, 2009
The club sued Alexander for breach of contract, and the NSW Court of Appeal ruled in its favour this week by, in effect, turning back the clock. It ordered Alexander to transfer all his rights to the land in exchange for the club paying him $6. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
NASCAR countersues against suspended Mayfield Jun 6, 2009
NASCAR spokesman Ramsey Poston, speaking Friday from Pocono Raceway, says the countersuit was filed against Mayfield for willfully violating NASCAR's substance abuse policy, breach of contract, and defrauding NASCAR and its competitors of earnings. Among the claims of the lawsuit are that Mayfield knowingly participated in NASCAR competition using a combination of drugs in violation of the substance abuse policy and violated his contracts with NASCAR and the standards of care he owed fellow... (MSNBC -- Sports)
German Aviation Company Files $10 Million Negligence Suit Against Mayer Brown Jun 6, 2009
Ahrendt brings legal malpractice/professional negligence, breach of fiduciary duties, breach of contract and unjust enrichment causes of action against Mayer Brown, and also seeks attorney fees. Ahrendt alleges Mayer Brown was grossly negligent in representing Thielert, which manufactures high-performance engines and components, when Thielert bought the loan from in 2006. (Law.com)
2nd Circuit Revives $200 Million WorldCom Investor Case Against Citi Jun 5, 2009
1 million shares of WorldCom, asserted fraud, blue sky and breach of contract claims under various theories based on Georgia law. Judge Cote dismissed them all, but the appellate court concluded that Georgia's laws were unclear and reinstated three claims for certification to the Georgia Supreme Court. (Law.com)
Therapist's patients await loan repayments Jun 5, 2009
They sued Higgins for breach of contract, fraud and punitive damages. Last month, they were awarded $360,000 in unpaid loans and punitive damages in a civil suit filed in Fulton County, money Lilenfeld said it s unlikely his clients will see. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Michael Irvin sued over reality show Jun 4, 2009
The plaintiffs in a lawsuit filed in Dallas County accuse Irvin of fraud, fraud by nondisclosure, breach of contract and unjust enrichment. Larry Friedman, Michael Irvin's attorney, told the Dallas Business Journal Wednesday that the lawsuit is completely bogus and without merit. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
Expedia Ordered to Pay $185 Million in Consumer Class Action Jun 4, 2009
In ruling against Expedia, King County Superior Court Judge Monica Benton granted the plaintiffs summary judgment on a breach of contract claim ... The judge rejected Expedia's summary judgment motion seeking to throw out the breach of contract claim and ordered the online firm to return nearly $185 million in service fees to customer who purchased hotel reservations over the phone or online between Feb. 18, 2003, and Dec. 11, 2006. (Law.com)
Motor vehicle division: Services to restart following tech woes Jun 4, 2009
The_Boneshackler wrote on Jun 3, 2009 12:11 PM:" Steve, did you even read the entire article? A large, out-of-state Corporation was contracted to do this work in 2005. They are in bankruptcy, breach of contract, and will undoubtedly not be held accountable for their shoddy work. I wonder if they even had to bid on the contract, or if it is yet another example of Crony Capitalism. ". . (Missoulian, MT)
Nigeria: Disquiet in the House of Law - NBA Tackles AGF Over Sacked NIALS Boss Jun 2, 2009
The removal of Guobadia was done in the same spirit, it is unacceptable and it is a breach of the rule of law not to talk of breach of contract. This reflects the practice of double standards by the AGF and the government he serves. (allAfrica.com)
Shwayze strikes back (38) Jun 2, 2009
The band says OSU tried to withhold payment for breach of contract ... Our tour manager told them that if they want to talk about a breach of contract, that they were in breach twice for not having A-level sound and production staff and for not having adequate security to control the crowd, in turn putting us and the kids in danger, Adler wrote. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Dirt road dispute Jun 2, 2009
The jury also awarded $10,000 in actual damages on Hiott's breach of contract claim. "I want to thank all the jurors," Hiott said after they reached their decision. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Indian Lake woman’s suit against MySpace transferred to California federal court (498) Jun 1, 2009
Daily American Online - Indian Lake woman s suit against MySpace transferred to California federal court. According to court documents, the case was transferred because of a jurisdiction and venue clause in MySpace s terms of use. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Merrill Lynch rejects insider trading claims Jun 1, 2009
How Trading has a $4million counter-claim for unjust enrichment and damages for breach of contract. According to the witness statement provided by Mr Waterhouse, which BusinessDay has seen, Merrill Lynch and Berndale employees in Australia and Asia were aware that head office in New York was about to release "awful" news. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
UK Countersues Gillispie In Kentucky May 30, 2009
Gillispie's claim accuses the school of fraud and breach of contract, saying it never intended to sign him long-term. However, the school claims the coach turned town six versions of a full employment contract, quibbling over the language involving what actions would constitute dismissal without pay. (Cincinnati Nation)
Calipari in wrong place at wrong time - twice May 30, 2009
On Wednesday, Billy Gillispie, the coach Kentucky hired two years ago - after considering Calipari, according to reports at the time - sued the school claiming breach of contract and asked for at least $6 million in pay, punitive damages, attorneys' fees and court costs. Kentucky countersued Thursday, even while it waged a counteroffensive on another front, rebuffing critics who suggested they hadn't performed due diligence in hiring Calipari. (FindLaw News)
Kentucky goes on offense, countersues Gillispie May 29, 2009
Gillispies claim accuses the school of fraud and breach of contract, saying it never intended to sign him long-term. However, the school claims the coach turned down at least six versions of a full employment contract, quibbling over the language involving what actions would constitute dismissal without pay. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Route 65 rebuilding to begin on June 8 May 29, 2009
In the case, pending before Common Pleas Judge R. Stanton Wettick Jr., Wal-Mart has asserted that it suffered more than $50 million in damages as a result of the defendants' negligence, fraud and breach of contract. News of the highway repair work was welcomed by Kilbuck Borough manager Harry Dilmore. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Muslim Groups Shut Down Conservative Forum May 29, 2009
One of the conference organizers told Newsmax on Wednesday that the group was considering a lawsuit against Negri and the Loews hotel chain for unlawful breach of contract. . (Newsmax)
Singer Love sued over unpaid debt May 29, 2009
The legal action accuses Love of libel, invasion of privacy, interfering with Ms Simorangkir's business, causing emotional distress and breach of contract, according to Reuters. Ms Simorangkir is seeking damages, with the amount to be set at trial. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
UK files countersuit against fired coach Gillispie May 29, 2009
On Wednesday, Gillispie filed a suit against Kentucky claiming a breach of contract ... Gillispie's claim accuses the school of fraud and breach of contract, saying it never intended to sign him long-term. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Uk Athletics Files Suit In Response To Gillispie May 29, 2009
The Lexington Herald-Leader reported that the 24-page suit, filed in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas, accuses the association of both breach of contract and fraud for firing Gillispie only two years into a seven- year agreement. ABC 7 Talkback. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Cubs' Zambrano gets six-game ban May 29, 2009
Kentucky sued Billy Gillispie the day after the Wildcats' former basketball coach filed suit against the school claiming breach of contract. The university's suit was filed in Franklin Circuit Court in Kentucky, which the school contends is the proper venue for any litigation involving the coach's former employment. (Boston Globe)
Kentucky, Gillispie exchange lawsuits over termination May 29, 2009
(AP) The University of Kentucky sued former basketball coach Billy Gillispie on Thursday, the day after Gillispie filed suit against the school claiming breach of contract ... Gillispie's claim accuses the school of fraud and breach of contract, saying it never intended to sign him long-term. (USA Today -- Sports)
Owner spat could sink sushi spot May 29, 2009
Macku Chan, Kaze Sushis executive chef, accused Andre Williams and Manifest Destiny LLC of breach of contract and using company money at least $650,000 - for personal expenses. Messrs. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Customers Sue Belly-Up Singles Club May 29, 2009
The plaintiffs allege breach of contract. Members said they want refunds of their money. (KCRA 3, CA)
Ex-UK coach Gillispie suing school, seeking $6M May 28, 2009
In the lawsuit, Gillispie claims that breach of contract and fraud and that he and the university operated under a signed memorandum of understanding because he hadn't signed a formal contract in his two years ... The lawsuit filed in federal court in Dallas contends the school's athletics association is in breach of contract and has committed fraud because the university never intended to honor the agreement. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Wednesday's Sports In Brief May 28, 2009
The lawsuit claims breach of contract and fraud. Gillispie was working under a memorandum of understanding but hadn't signed a formal contract during the two years he coached at Kentucky. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Former Men's Hoops Coach Gillispie Files Suit Against Uk Athletics May 28, 2009
The Lexington Herald-Leader reported that the 24-page suit, filed in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas, accuses the association of both breach of contract and fraud for firing Gillispie only two years into a seven-year agreement. The paper stated that although the 49-year-old Texas native never signed a formal agreement to take the head spot at Kentucky, he considered such to be a binding contract between himself and the school. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Santa Fe Metals Commences Action RE Goldfields Project May 28, 2009
Santa Fe's legal proceeding, commenced today by filing an endorsed writ of summons in the Vancouver registry of the Supreme Court of British Columbia, is against GLR for breach of contract and against Linear for inducing breach of contract and unlawful interference with economic interests. About Santa Fe Metals Corp.. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Lockheed Wins $37 Million in IP Suit Against Contractor May 27, 2009
Lockheed also sued L-3 Comm for breach of contract associated with licensing and nondisclosure agreements signed by the Texas company or its predecessor firms (which included a former division of defense contractor Raytheon Co.) that allowed them access to proprietary information required to service P-3 planes -- with Lockheed's permission -- for the U.S. military, the CIA and the Australian military. "The jury found that we had trade secret rights ... and that they had been misused willfully by... (Law.com)
Who Was Former Wilco Member Jay Bennett? May 27, 2009
" "I don't have to understand you all the time, it's OK," Tweedy says with exasperation as Bennett continues to push for more clarity and the tension in the room is ratcheted up. In a band that was often intense and perhaps sometimes overly serious, Bennett's infectious, eager-to-please charm and sometimes bizarre sartorial taste brought a bit of levity to the group's performances. Though his wide range of musical contributions and songwriting skills made him a key player in the band, it was... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Evaluating Taiwan as a Trade Partne... May 26, 2009
Legal risks from breach of contract apply to both import and export partners with Taiwan. Back in April, Taiwan s China Shipbuilding Corp announced a breach-of-contract lawsuit after Israeli shipping line Zim cancelled orders for 6 container ships. (Suite101.com)
Jay Bennett, 45; songwriter, singer was member of Wilco May 26, 2009
This month Mr. Bennett sued for breach of contract, contending that he was owed royalties from his work on Wilco albums as well as money from the film. The suit has not been settled, a Wilco spokeswoman said. (Boston Globe)
Kobe, wife file countersuit against housekeeper May 24, 2009
Kobe Bryant sues former housekeeper for breach of contract - NBA - SI.com. . (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
New T-Wolves chief set to meet with McHale May 23, 2009
"We have five weeks to get ready for a draft, an important draft. ... So I need all hands on deck. I need everybody to put aside their personal concerns. I need them badly because they are the ones that are best prepared to take us through this period.''Hoiberg and Stack were unavailable for comment on Friday.Kahn also addressed his problems as an owner in the NBDL. Kahn owned four teams in the D-League, including the Fort Worth Flyers that only spent two years in the city before leaving for... (MSNBC -- Sports)
$20M Google, AdWords settlement pending May 23, 2009
The class action, handled by Susman Godfrey and Wolf Popper LLP, made allegations against Mountain View-based Google (NASDAQ:GOOG) of breach of contract, unfair competition and false advertising. The case is pending in the Federal District Court of the Northern District of California, San Jose Division. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Scientists sue state over withheld $18 million May 22, 2009
That amounts to a breach of contract, foundation attorneys allege in the suit. The Science Foundation has received grants from the 21st Century Fund. (AZCentral -- News)
QLT Announces Court Response to Motion to Dismiss and Removal of Case to Federal Court May 22, 2009
In its complaint, MGH asserted claims for breach of contract, breach of the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing, violation of Massachusetts Chapter 93A Sections 2 and 11, unjust enrichment, and for a declaratory judgment. In essence, MGH alleged that, in 1998, it entered into a written agreement with QLT that (a) called for QLT to pay MGH a royalty of 0. (PR Newswire)
