News from May 2014
Secondary asbestos exposure case denied remand; rules court is capable of handling complex issues
NEW ORLEANS (Legal Newsline) - A Louisiana federal court has retained jurisdiction in a woman's secondary exposure asbestos lawsuit, arguing it is "perfectly capable" of handling complex questions of state law and denying requests to remand.
Maryland Judiciary releases videos on representing oneself or hiring a lawyer
Should you represent yourself in a court case, or is it necessary to hire a lawyer?
RNC launches new year-round grassroots effort
WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline) - On Wednesday, the Republican National Committee announced the launch of Victory 365, a new permanent grassroots field operation that will run 365 days a year.
Patton Boggs agrees to pay $15 million to Chevron in Ecuador litigation
FOLEY SQUARE, N.Y. (Legal Newsline) - Patton Boggs LLP has agreed to pay $15 million to Chevron Corporation in a lawsuit over the firm's involvement in obtaining a $9.5 billion judgment against Chevron in Ecuador.
Ford granted access to Garlock bankruptcy trial filings
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (Legal Newsline) - After originally denying several defendants' requests for access to confidential information from the Garlock bankruptcy proceedings, U.S. Bankruptcy Judge George Hodges has granted access to Rule 2019 Filings.
New York AG reaches agreements with three theaters
Schneiderman
American distrust of SCOTUS grows following campaign contribution rulings
WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline) - A new poll shows the majority of Americans are more distrustful of the Supreme Court following two rulings easing restrictions on campaign contributions.
Class action filed against Marie Callender, says baking mixes not 'all natural'
OAKLAND, Calif. (Legal Newsline) - A class action lawsuit has been filed in California against Marie Callender after a man claims its baking mixes are falsely advertised as "all natural."
Davis turns to Connie Britton for boost to Lone Star State gubernatorial campaign
AUSTIN, Texas (Legal Newsline) - Although the Democratic Governors Association refuses to back her bid for governor, it seems Texas state Sen. Wendy Davis can count on celebrities for support.
Virginia independent announces candidacy for U.S. House seat, focuses on minimum wage
NORFOLK, Va. (Legal Newsline) - Running as an independent, Justin Gandino-Saadein on Monday announced his candidacy for Virginia's 3rd Congressional District - the seat currently held by U.S. Rep. Bobby Scott, a Democrat.
Summary judgment for Goodyear reversed in asbestos case
SAN FRANCISO (Legal Newsline) - A California appeals court has ruled that a gasket manufacturer failed to prove a former Navy mechanic was not exposed to its asbestos-containing gasket sheet material and should not be granted summary judgment, reversing a lower court's decision.
Class action filed against Google for alleged monopoly on Internet searches
SAN JOSE, Calif. (Legal Newsline) - Two men have filed a class action lawsuit against Google, claiming it has monopolized Internet and mobile searches in the United States.
SCOTUS justice to speak at William & Mary Law School graduation
WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (Legal Newsline) - On Sunday, Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia will deliver the commencement address at William & Mary Law School's graduation ceremony.
