Jon Gosselin turns to Rabbi Shmuley Oct 30, 2009
The network has since filed suit against him for breach of contract. He and his estranged wife also headed to court after she accused him of looting their joint account of more than $200,000. (CNN)
Salon locked out during lease dispute Oct 30, 2009
The lawsuit alleges breach of contract, deceptive trade practices, negligent misrepresentation and fraud, according to the release. Stay tuned. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
IT outsourcing woes show need for governance, SLAs Oct 30, 2009
"It's one thing if the provider is not delivering -- that's a breach of contract, and then you have a right to get out of the deal," she said. "I don't need clients to put a separate metric on every step of the way, but they need to manage the outcome of what the vendor delivers. Otherwise, service level is subjective ; and if they have service levels without penalties, it's subject to the vendors.". (SearchCIO.com)
Neither side can cancel Norton-Anthem contract early Oct 30, 2009
Neither side can cancel unless it claims a breach of contract, Williams said. Even if that happens, the dispute could be taken to court, where a judge could block a contract termination. (Courier-Journal -- Business)
Lack of response from PepsiCo could be costly Oct 30, 2009
On April 28 Cassiday Schade law firm of Chicago, with partner Van Dyke, filed the complaint in Jefferson County Court alleging breach of contract. The company is served with summons and complaint according to the address located on the Internet. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Campbell sued over fragrances Oct 29, 2009
Model Naomi Campbell is being sued by a US fragrance marketing company for breach of contract. Moodform Mission claims the model kept millions of dollars in profits that she owed the company for perfumes it helped her to develop. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Infotainment Oct 29, 2009
A fragrance marketing company is suing British supermodel Naomi Campbell for breach of contract, saying Campbell has made millions of dollars from the sale of fragrances and cosmetics products conceptualised, created, developed and marketed with the assistance of Moodform Mission, said the lawsuit. Even after death celebrities make millions and fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent, who surpassed singer Michael Jackson, was named the top earning dead celebrity. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Texas Jury Orders $65 Million Dividend in 'Oppressed Shareholder' Case Oct 28, 2009
They also found for Shagrithaya on his fraud and breach of contract claims, and awarded the former CTO about $2 million in back pay and almost $500,000 in attorney fees. The story behind the trial, as Hirsch tells it, is a sad one. (Law.com)
Tax Problems of the Stars Oct 27, 2009
In July, Art Capital sued Annie for breach of contract, but the dispute was eventually settled in this fall. The company extended her loan and sold back to her the rights to her artwork. (Fox News)
Design feud fells Brabham firm Oct 27, 2009
Sir Jack and Mr Casey are now suing Mr Beare and Mr Eleftheriadis, alleging breach of contract, injurious falsehood, interference in trade, conversion and intimidation. Mr Beare and Mr Eleftheriadis are counter-suing, claiming Mr Casey lied to get access to Mr Beare's design. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Former N-J employee amends lawsuit over severance pay Oct 27, 2009
In addition to his original breach of contract claim, Vukelja now claims Stephens, a former advertising production manager who was terminated last year, was a victim of fraud. In the lawsuit, he claims the company directors "made representations knowing them to be false" and suppressed material with the intent of getting him to sign the agreement. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Public finance can scale up climate investment Oct 26, 2009
Provide and expand insurance cover against country risk, such as breach of contract or war, to support low-carbon funds. The same bodies providing country risk cover could also provide low-carbon policy risk cover where countries go back on policy frameworks that underpin low-carbon investments, such as emissions trading or renewable energy incentives. (Scientific American)
Building suit stirs ‘separation of powers' Oct 24, 2009
SBC Archway, a contractor with offices in Colorado and Billings, sued the state this summer, alleging breach of contract after governor's office officials canceled a 30-year lease with the company. Archway was going to construct a new office building to house all of Montana's Department of Corrections, along with portions of the Department of Public Health and Human Services workforce. (Montana Standard, MT)
Wells Fargo denies charges of fraud Oct 24, 2009
Wells Fargo this week denied Surprise's accusations of fraud and breach of contract in an investment the city claims led to a $2 million-plus loss. The financial institution says the 2007 investment was in line with the guidelines set by both the bank and the city, according to Wells Fargo's response, filed Wednesday in U.S. District Court. (AZCentral -- Business)
Court rejects bid to keep schools open Oct 24, 2009
It also raises claims of breach of contract, discrimination against certain groups and violations of special-education law and equal-protection provisions ... It also raises claims of breach of contract, discrimination against certain groups and violations of special-education law and equal-protection provisions. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Malpractice Suit Against Proskauer Is Dismissed Oct 24, 2009
Bernard, who sued Proskauer in March, claimed that after following the firm's advice on how to leave the Los Angeles-based fund to start his own, Oaktree expelled him and filed an arbitration claim for breach of contract and fiduciary duty. Mr. Bernard said after months of representing him Proskauer refused to represent him in the arbitration because of a conflict it had not disclosed; Proskauer claimed it just did not want to litigate against a major fund like Oaktree. (Law.com)
Electric vehicle incubator in San Jose may be non-starter Oct 23, 2009
Green vehicle entrepreneur Bob Garzee, CEO of , widely acknowledged as the major force behind the public-private partnership to create an electric vehicle incubator, has been sued by San Francisco-based N.A. for breach of contract. This could imperil a key component of San Jose s green vision. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Developer Osborn faces another indictment Oct 23, 2009
Osborn s partner in the joint venture was Michelle Brokaw, owner and CEO of Denver real estate investment firm Fleischer Smyth Brokaw LLC. Brokaw and Fleischer Smyth are third-party defendants in a Denver District Court suit against Osborn, as principal defendant, for breach of contract by Greenlee Capital Partners LLLP, according to court records ... Osborn also has several open civil lawsuits against him, in addition to the Greenlee Capital case, claiming breach of contract as well as... (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Suits filed over Furlough Fridays Oct 23, 2009
The wide-ranging complaint argues that Furlough Fridays deny students an adequate education, present a breach of contract, discriminate against certain groups, and violate special education law as well as equal protection provisions ... The wide-ranging complaint argues that Furlough Fridays deny students an adequate education, present a breach of contract, discriminate against certain groups, and violate special education law as well as equal protection provisions. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Monaco F1 date change approved Oct 23, 2009
Silverstone is expected to take over if Donington is in breach of contract. Canada, dropped this year, has been pencilled in for a June 13 return to Montreal subject to contract negotiations which remain ongoing. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Cut exec pay or government stay away? Oct 23, 2009
I would have no problems if the justice department, not an unaccountable Czar, found the execs guilty of breach of contract. And some banks, notably BBT, decided to forego expansion by taking on unecessary risky loans (as mandated by the government). (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Board says 'no' to deal Oct 23, 2009
Caswell Resident wrote on Oct 21, 2009 8:53 PM:" I agree with all the county commissioners on this one. First off the mayor is the one whom had the parking meters removed as soon as he went into office. If it was not right to charge the citizens then to park when going to court, why is he asking for money now from the county. (Which is our tax dollar, in other words, the citizens are still paying for parking)I also agree with Mr. Satterfield that something needs to be done about the parking... (Yanceyville Caswell Messenger, NC)
Big dollar building subject of lawsuit Oct 23, 2009
SBC Archway, a contractor with offices in Colorado and Billings, sued the state for breach of contract this summer after officials in the governor's office canceled a 30-year contract with the company. Archway was going to build and lease a building to the state to house all of the Department of Corrections and portions of the Department of Public Health and Human Services staff. (Montana Standard, MT)
Two lawsuits seek to halt 'furlough Fridays' at Hawaii public schools Oct 22, 2009
A class-action suit filed this afternoon by attorney Eric Seitz and others contends that furlough Fridays present a breach of contract, have a discriminatory impact on students, and violate special education law as well as equal protection provisions ... A class-action suit filed this afternoon by attorney Eric Seitz and others contends that furlough Fridays present a breach of contract, have a discriminatory impact on students, and violate special education law as well as equal protection... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Carolina Theatre developer gets extension Oct 21, 2009
In the event of a bankruptcy filing, a foreclosure action or a suit for breach of contract, CMP is required to notify the city, which then has the right to terminate the agreement. the design and development firm headed by Donnelly, is the main principal and owns 65. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
Couple whose photographs marred wedding day 'marry' again Oct 20, 2009
The couple originally paid photographer Gareth Bowers 1,400 for wedding photographs but later sued him for breach of contract. They won 950 in compensation. (BBC News -- UK)
They Said, She Said Oct 20, 2009
In the demurrer that was also filed, K2 Productions asks that parts of Prejean's suit should be dismissed immediately as they contain "rambling, irrelevant information and unfounded causes of action." The demurrer also points out that despite Prejean s claim that she was wrongfully terminated, she does not sue for breach of contract, calling it "a claim one might expect to be her most obvious cause of action. "That is because there are no grounds by which Ms. Prejean can assert that she was... (Fox News)
Questions follow wealth advisers move Oct 20, 2009
The complaint, filed June 30, accuses Jones of misrepresentation, breach of fiduciary duty, negligence, breach of contract and violation of North Carolina securities laws, the report states. The disgruntled investor seeks damages of more than $1. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
Surprise suing Wells Fargo over portfolio Oct 20, 2009
Professional negligence, breach of contract and statutory consumer fraud are among the city's accusations against Wells Fargo Bank NA and its San Francisco-based subsidiary, Wells Capital Management, according to court records. As of Aug. 14, 2008, the city moved all its funds, about $99. (AZCentral -- Business)
Turfed out: Jim's Mowing magnate faces the sack Oct 20, 2009
The ballot - run through a US-based secure voting service - has so far found 89 per cent of master franchisers wanted Mr Penman out, while 81 per cent supported a class action for alleged breach of contract ... But there has been growing resentment from franchisers around Australia largely based around what they claim are unfair increases in the monthly fees they pay Jim's Group for each franchisee and changes to the company's operational manual which some franchisers claim constitute a breach... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Court dismisses traders claim with costs Oct 19, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: A livestock trader who sued Bank Bumiputra (M) Sdn Bhd 10 years ago for an alleged breach of contract not only lost his case but was ordered by the Commercial High Court on Friday to pay the bank RM100,000 in costs ... Bekalan Sains had filed a RM24mil suit against Bank Bumiputra in 1999 claiming that the bank was in breach of contract, causing them losses of over RM21mil ... The company claimed that it had suffered substantial losses from its contract (to supply 500,000 birds a... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Disputes: A market slump's hangover Oct 18, 2009
It is followed by misrepresentation, negligence, breach of contract and failure to supervise. Other complaints include churning, unauthorized trading, omission of facts and unsuitable recommendations. (AZCentral -- Business)
Brainstorming Ways to Make Manure Pay Oct 17, 2009
What s the penalty for breach of contract. What s the length of the contract. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Lehman Says Negotiators Knew Barclays Got $5 Billion Discount on Purchase Oct 17, 2009
The collapsed bank asked to revise the deal and be allowed to pursue claims for breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty and unauthorized transfer of assets. The request is supported by Lehmans unsecured creditors and , the trustee liquidating Lehmans brokerage on behalf of the U.S. Securities Investor Protection Corp.. (Bloomberg -- US)
TLC sues Gosselin for breach of contract Oct 17, 2009
TLC sues Jon Gosselin for breach of contract - CNN.com ... TLC sues Jon Gosselin for breach of contract ... TLC, the network that introduced the bickering couple and their eight kids to the nation, has not only put the kibosh on "Jon & Kate Plus 8" but also filed a breach of contract lawsuit Friday against Jon Gosselin. (CNN)
Lawyer: Former UK coach Gillispie forced to sue Oct 17, 2009
Gillispie filed the suit in federal court in Dallas, accusing the school's athletics association of breach of contract and fraud. The school later countersued in Kentucky. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
TLC Sues Jon Oct 17, 2009
Friday, October 16, 2009. Jon Gosselin has been dating his fair share of women since the news of his divorce. (Fox News)
TLC network accuses 'Jon & Kate' star Jon Gosselin of breach of contract Oct 17, 2009
TLC network accuses 'Jon star Jon Gosselin of breach of contract - WTTV. Severe weather alert Issued by the National Weather Service: (4:04 AM EDT). (FOX59, IN)
Wharton claims victory in Memphis mayor race Oct 16, 2009
He declined the degree until earlier this year and sued for breach of contract. SASAN RAHMATIAN. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
DEMS REVENGE ON HEALTH INSURERS; PLAN PLOTTED IN PELOSI CHAMBERS... Oct 15, 2009
" Health insurance officials dismissed the effort as a political ploy. Health insurance is one of the most regulated industries in America at both the federal and state level, said Robert Zirkelbach, a spokesman for America s Health Insurance Plans. McCarran-Ferguson has nothing to do with competition in the health insurance market. The focus on this issue is a political ploy designed to distract attention away from the real issue of rising health care costs. Still, the push is likely to gather... (The Drudge Report)
Pratt & Whitney Battles Conn. Official Over Jobs Oct 15, 2009
"This court needs no special assistance from the attorney general's office to evaluate the evidence and to decide this two-party breach of contract case," the company said. Giving the Democratic attorney general a "more expansive role in what is a contractual dispute between two private parties" would break with precedent in Connecticut and may provide a platform "for more partisan pronouncements by the attorney general," Pratt ey said. (ABC News -- Wire)
Gillispie, Kentucky settle suits for $2.9 million Oct 15, 2009
Gillispie was dismissed earlier this year and sued for breach of contract and fraud in May, seeking at least $6 million ... The lawsuit, which Gillispie filed in federal court in Dallas, also contended the school's athletics association was in breach of contract and committed fraud because Kentucky never intended to honor the agreement. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
11th Circuit Sides With Developers in Fight to Enforce Contracts Oct 14, 2009
"Wanting out of their contract, they seized onto the Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act, a federal statute that has become an increasingly popular means of channeling buyer's remorse into a legal defense to a breach of contract claim.". Three weeks before the scheduled closing date, the Steins asked for their down payment back, claiming the developer violated ILSA. Paradigm refused, saying the property was exempt from the law because it was promised to be complete within two years. (Law.com)
Kentucky, ex-coach Billy Gillispie settle dispute Oct 14, 2009
Gillispie sued the university for breach of contract and fraud in May, and the university then countersued. In a statement Tuesday night, the university said the lawsuits were settled through mediation and that Gillispie would receive $2,984,536. (USA Today -- Sports)
PartyGaming bets on Empire Online Oct 14, 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)
Kentucky, Gillispie settle lawsuit Oct 14, 2009
Gillispie was dismissed earlier this year and sued for breach of contract and fraud in May, seeking at least $6 million. The university countersued. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Woman gets huge mixer in divorce suit Oct 13, 2009
Ultimately, Judge Brown sided with Seruga and found Zinn guilty of trademark infringement, counterfeiting, breach of contract and tortious interference. The monetary award represented an estimation of his company's profits from 1997 to 2006. (MSNBC -- Crime)
NB vs. tribe Oct 10, 2009
The city filed a breach of contract lawsuit against the tribe last month. It contends the tribe, a sovereign nation, failed to pay a quarterly fee of 115,000 for in-lieu of property taxes, through a 15-year-old city services agreement. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
* Labor body accuses the government of exploiting workers Oct 10, 2009
The most ridiculous part is that these contractors are not only not entitled to redundancy payments, but could be required to pay breach of contract penalties if they want to quit before their contract expires, Son said. Im afraid that with the government setting such an example, private companies will quickly follow suit. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
1st Circuit: Individual Parties Must Be Named for D&O Coverage to Apply Oct 10, 2009
The district court case stemmed from Indian Harbor's refusal to reimburse Medical Mutual for its $325,000 settlement of another District of Maine case filed by former chief executive officer Patrick Dowling against the company, Dowling v. Medical Mutual Insurance Co. of Maine Inc. Dowling sued Medical Mutual for disability discrimination, breach of contract and intentional and negligent infliction of emotional distress. Although Dowling's case alleged that Medical Mutual's directors and their... (Law.com)
Keller Rohrback Announces Investigation of Alleged Unfair and Deceptive Overdraft Debit Card Fees Oct 10, 2009
Among other possible causes of action, these practices potentially violate state breach of contract law, the implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing, as well as the applicable state Unfair Trade Practices Act, and Consumer Protection Act. If you have been negatively impacted by these alleged unfair and deceptive overdraft fees and/or insufficient fund fees assessed by Key Bank, Zion's Bancorp, Capital One or PNC Financial Corporation, or any other bank, please contact attorneys Karin... (Primezone Releases)
Controversial French teen M Pogba joins Man Utd Oct 9, 2009
ZURICH (AP) -- FIFA has cleared French teenager Paul Pogba to play for Manchester United, though his former club Le Havre said Thursday it would still pursue the England champion for breach of contract. FIFA said Man United could provisionally register Pogba through the English Football Association "with immediate effect" after it issued an international transfer certificate clearing the 16-year-old midfielder to play. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Nvidia won't build chipsets for Intel's Nehalem Oct 9, 2009
The company later alleging breach of contract. Nvidia expects the litigation, currently before Delaware's Court of Chancery, to conclude next year, according to a prepared statement circulated by an Nvidia spokesperson Thursday. (EETimes)
Law Firm's Debt Collection Review Violated Federal Act, Judge Says Oct 9, 2009
When Miller failed to respond, the firm sued him for breach of contract and sought to recover $1,618 of the alleged debt and $324 in attorney fees. After settling the debt with Lord & Taylor, Miller turned around and sued Wolpoff; Upton Cohen; and the National Attorney Network, a third-party exchange information service that made the referral between the two law firms. (Law.com)
Mt. Pleasant to fill city manager slot Oct 9, 2009
The former city manager is suing the city for 2 million for breach of contract. He is also suing Mayor Richard Hendrix for 500,000 for allegedly making false comments to a Daily Herald reporter about the former manager s conduct. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
NCAA settles suit challenging ban on advisers Oct 9, 2009
Andrew Oliver, a second-round draft pick by the Detroit Tigers this year, filed the lawsuit against the NCAA for damages and breach of contract after he was ruled ineligible for using legal advisers to negotiate with the Minnesota Twins when he was drafted coming out of high school. The settlement finalized Thursday comes as the suit was to go before an Ohio jury, near where Oliver grew up. (ESPN -- College Sports)
Hall deal includes 'break-up' fee Oct 8, 2009
In addition, the letter offered an out-clause if there is a breach of contract. "The License Agreement will also be terminable by either party if the other party commits a material breach of the License Agreement and does not cure such breach within 90 days after receipt of written notice," the letter reads. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Former Oklahoma State pitcher, NCAA settle lawsuit Oct 7, 2009
Oliver, an Ohio native, also sued the NCAA for breach of contract and damages, and those were the complaints settled out of court. Oliver's attorney, Richard Johnson, said Tuesday that the terms are confidential. (USA Today -- Sports)
Bride and... whom Oct 7, 2009
The Days are so upset that they've taken their photographer to court for breach of contract over the 1,450 photo and video package. But how hard can it be to get great shots at a happy occasion, where everyone is dressed up in picturesque locations. (BBC News -- UK)
Couple sue wedding photographer Oct 7, 2009
Marc and Sylvia Day took Gareth Bowers to court for breach of contract over the 1,450 photo and video package, as they were satisfied with only 22 out 404 taken. The Days say the majority of them were not straight, obscured, too light or too dark. (BBC News)
Defamation Suit Dismissed Against Alleged Online Griper and Web Site Oct 7, 2009
com, Xcentric Ventures LLC, and Milewski for defamation, and Milewski separately for breach of contract. Appearing pro se, Milewski denied making the posts, but argued that the content was opinion and thus protected speech. (Law.com)
Judge Dismisses Dueling Suits Involving Firm Partner Fired for Harassment Oct 7, 2009
Justice Martin Shulman last week found "unavailing" and "unpersuasive" the arguments made against the firm by intellectual property lawyer Jeremy Pitcock, who sued for defamation, breach of contract and breach of fiduciary duty ... " The partner, Frode Jensen III, sued the firm, calling the allegations false. The suit . In June 2008, Pitcock . Pitcock was unable to find another "suitable" legal job after the press release and subsequent articles, his complaint claimed. His lawyers later withdrew... (Law.com)
Court Rules Against Lender's Attempt to Cut out Commission During a Short Sale Oct 6, 2009
Stewart filed suit alleging breach of contract and intentional interference with contract. He claimed he was owed a commission because he had provided a ready, willing, and able buyer. (RealtyTimes)
To Get What They're Owed, Law Firms Are Taking Delinquent Clients to Court Oct 6, 2009
One thing that is often taken into consideration is the two-year statute of limitations on malpractice claims and the four-year statute of limitations on breach of contract claims. Often he will wait to file the breach of contract suits until after the two-year limit on malpractice claims has passed in an attempt to avoid malpractice counterclaims from the client. (Law.com)
BofA's $4 Billion Case Against Bear Stearns Survives Motion to Dismiss Oct 3, 2009
Judge Crotty concluded the bank's three fraud claims should stand "because [the complaint] alleges facts that constitute strong circumstantial evidence of conscious misbehavior and recklessness." He dismissed the breach of fiduciary duty and breach of contract claims, but gave BofA leave to replead the contract allegations. After reading the hearing transcript, we can't say Crotty's ruling came as a surprise. (Law.com)
