Several law enforcement agencies teaming up for 'No Refusal' initiative

LA PORTE, Texas – Several law enforcement agencies are taking part in the "No Refusal" initiative this weekend, bringing in extra officers and deputies along with judges and nurses to catch impaired drivers. Starting Saturday night at 10 p.m., Precinct 8 will team up with La Porte, Pasadena, Webster and several other police departments for a drunk-driving crackdown. The effort will go until 6 a ...

Mexican suspect in US consulate killings in Texas court (AFP)

AFP - A Mexican suspect in the March drive-by shooting of a US consulate worker in the Mexican border city of Ciudad Juarez appeared at a closed-door hearing in a Texas court, the San Antonio News said Saturday.

States Join Legal Brief Supporting Ariz. Law

PHOENIX -- Nearly a dozen states have filed a legal brief in support of Arizona's controversial immigration law.

Law enforcement trains for active shooters at NDSCS

At least 60 law enforcement officers from Wahpeton, the North Dakota State College of Science, Richland County, Moorhead, Minn., Brooklyn Park, Minn., St. Louis County, Minn., Jamestown and Lisbon took part in active shooter training at the college Monday.

Suspect in consulate deaths appears in Texas court (AP)

AP - A man who told Mexican authorities he ordered the March killing of a U.S. Consulate worker in Mexico has been extradited to the U.S. and appeared in a federal court in Texas, the San Antonio Express-News reported.

Lawyer joins war on global fraud

SPECIALIST financial crime lawyer Stephen Baker has been selected as the only Jersey member of a global network that seeks to assist victims of fraud from around the world.

Law agencies focus on DUI enforcement

DENVER - With the summer travel season unofficially coming to a close this weekend, the Colorado State Patrol and law enforcement agencies across the state are ramping up DUI enforcement with a goal of zero drug- or alcohol-related fatalities this holiday weekend.

Fresh legal bid to force inquest into Kelly's death

A fresh legal bid to force an inquest into the death of Government scientist David Kelly is to be launched within the next few days, it was disclosed today.

Fresh legal bid over Kelly's death

A fresh legal bid to force an inquest into the death of Government scientist David Kelly is to be launched within the next few days, it has been disclosed. Related Stories Cheaper coins proposal 'a disaster' Ryanair boss blasted for pilot call Imran Khan backs player suspensions Blair faces protest at book signing Burned body found on golf course

Fresh legal bid to force Kelly inquest

A fresh legal bid to force an inquest into the death of Government scientist David Kelly is to be launched within the next few days.

Attorney faces trial for fraud

A Tulsa attorney accused of embezzling money from clients now faces trial on 14 felony counts, including a racketeering allegation.

Lawyer for Paxton claims he and victim were in a relationship

The lawyer for a Calgary man accused of confining and assaulting his former roommate says the pair had an``intimate relationship.'' Jim Lutz says the case involving his client, Dustin Paxton is being treated as an alleged domestic assault. The victims brother denies that, saying the relationship between the two men was not physical. But he also admits his brother did not reach out for help ...

Free legal help for low-income residents set at Maring-Hunt

MUNCIE — Low-income residents can get free legal assistance on civil matters from an Indiana Legal Services attorney 9 a.m.-noon Tuesday at Maring-Hunt Library, 2005 S. High St. No appointment is necessary.

Legal challenge to flood plans near Bognor's coastline

A legal challenge has been made to flood defence proposals for the Bognor Regis area.

Crime adds to misery for Pakistan's flood victims (Reuters)

Reuters - Crime and the sale of donated aid supplies are undermining the aid effort for Pakistan's flood victims.

Lawyer pleads guilty to stealing from trust

BLOOMFIELD, Mo. (AP) -- A former Cape Girardeau lawyer has pleaded guilty of felony stealing for embezzling $325,000 from a deceased client's trust fund.

Law student who won landmark race victory is jailed for theft

A LAW student who won a landmark UK race case ruling is now behind bars for stealing £65,000 from the Orange mobile phone company.

Law firm collecting food for children

Throughout September, the Hughes and Coleman law firm will collect canned food items as part of its “Pack a Sack” program, which will benefit Feeding America’s BackPack Program. The program will provide food for children on the weekend who might not otherwise have food available.

Legal fees bust Fairhope budget

FAIRHOPE, Ala. - With a month and half before the end of the fiscal year, the city has spent twice as much money for legal fees than was budgeted, Councilman Rick Kingrea said this week.

Lawyer seeks reduced bond for truck driver

WARREN - The lawyer for a truck driver accused of causing an accident that killed three U.S. Marine recruits March 31 says his client deserves to have a lower bond because he is not a flight risk and that he has cooperated fully with authorities. J.

Seattle Attorney Releases 911 Calls From The Night Of Her Arrest

Attorney Anne Bremner delivers police report and 911 calls to media Saying she wants to bring the issue of her DUI arrest to a close, high-profile Seattle Attorney Anne Bremner released copies of her arrest report and 911 calls on the night of her arrest.

Head of alleged trafficking scheme arrested (AP)

AP - The head of a labor recruiting company accused of exploiting 400 workers from Thailand and forcing them to work on U.S. farms pleaded not guilty Friday, part of what the FBI calls the largest human-trafficking case charged in U.S. history

Legal Sector Gained 1,000 Jobs in August

The Bureau of Labor Statistics' monthly employment report for August was released Friday and the news was still a bit glum overall -- the U.S. economy lost a total of 54,000 jobs. But the news for lawyers and legal industry employees was a bit brighter. The legal sector handed out 1,000 jobs last month, marking the second straight month of improved numbers for the industry. The country's overall ...

Law firm might have misguided Midland

A Chicago-area law firm that has represented the Midland School District for several years gave the top administrator advice that appears to conflict with state law and public statements from the Illinois Attorney General's Office on the conduct of public meetings, the Journal Star has learned.

Jury deadlocks in US marriage fraud case (AP)

AP - A federal judge declared a mistrial Friday after jurors told him deliberations had grown hostile in the marriage fraud case of Mexican-born actress Fernanda Romero and her husband.

Judge denies bail for former Enron CEO Skilling: court document (Reuters)

Reuters - A federal appeals court judge on Friday denied bail for former Enron Corp Chief Executive Jeffrey Skilling, according to a court document.

Law Enforcement Labor Day Preparations

North State law enforcement agencies are teaming up to keep residents and travelers safe this Labor Day weekend.

Mother of slain camper files claim in Phoenix (AP)

AP - The mother of an Oklahoma man believed to have been killed by an Arizona prison escapee has filed a $10 million claim against Arizona and a wrongful death lawsuit against the private company that operates the prison that housed the fugitive.

Man pleads not guilty to Paris Hilton home burglary (Reuters)

Reuters - A man accused of breaking into the home of celebrity socialite Paris Hilton armed with knives pleaded not guilty on Friday to a charge of attempted burglary, officials said.

Witness recants statements in Anna Nicole case (AP)

AP - A witness in the Anna Nicole Smith drug conspiracy trial recanted statements Friday that he saw defendant Howard K. Stern give the celebrity model excessive drugs.

Suspect in Paris Hilton burglary pleads not guilty (AP)

AP - A man accused of showing up at Paris Hilton's house wielding two knives has pleaded not guilty to attempted felony burglary.

US helping Mexico prosecute top drug lord (AFP)

AFP - The United States is collaborating with Mexico in bringing a recently arrested top drug lord to justice, a State Department spokeswoman said Friday refusing to say whether the United States was seeking his extradition.

Texas youths to face capital murder in shootings (AP)

AP - A 13-year-old boy and his 12-year-old girlfriend will soon face capital murder charges in a Dallas-area double-shooting after the second victim died, authorities said Friday.

Attorney General responds to Parks and Rec investigation

COLUMBUS, GA (WTVM) - The Georgia Attorney General's office said they will not get involved in the Columbus Parks and Recreation case. In a letter to both the city and defense attorneys for Herman Porter and Tony Adams, the AG's office said there is not enough evidence to say whether or not the alleged contract with Nike is an open record.

Ex-NRCC treasurer pleads guilty to embezzlement (AP)

AP - The former treasurer of the National Republican Congressional Committee pleaded guilty Friday to embezzling more than $840,000 from a variety of political committees, including an NRCC account for annual fundraising dinners with President George W. Bush.

Law Firm Says It Got Axed Over PHA Disclosure Clash

A law firm that worked on sexual harassment cases involving Philadelphia housing director Carl Greene (photo) says it was fired after insisting Greene’s supervisors be told of the allegations. Cozen O’Connor president Thomas “Tad” Decker says the firm worked on two cases that led to large settlements with women employees of the Philadelphia Housing Authority. [...]

Attorney Sentenced to 26 Months in Biodiesel Scam

Disbarred Tennessee attorney H. Max Speight was sentenced to 26 months in jail for defrauding a federal biofuels subsidy program, according to the Hattiesburg (Miss.) American. Speight and William T. "Tommy" Tacker II of Okolona, Miss., were partners in Biodiesel of Mississippi Inc., which built a plant that went bankrupt in 2006.

Lawyer fights ban on guns in Lee County's parks

A year ago, pro-gun rights lawyer J. Patrick Buckley targeted Lee County park signs and a gun-banning park ordinance for what he calls a violation of state law.

Ex-Republican official guilty of embezzlement (Reuters)

Reuters - The former treasurer of a top Republican campaign committee pleaded guilty to embezzling $845,000 over 6-1/2 years and likely will face three years in prison, U.S. prosecutors said on Friday.

Legal Framework

In cooperation with Bin Shabib and Associates, this chapter delves into the legal environment in the emirate and explains the new laws that are making RAK a more favourable business environment, encouraging local and foreign investment.