Archive for August 04, 2005

Aerojet-General Will Clean Up Contaminated Sacramento-Area Groundwater

The Aerojet-General Corporation, a leading manufacturer of rockets and engines, has agreed to clean up contaminated groundwater in the Sacramento suburb of Rancho Cordova.

Reynolds Tobacco sued over low-risk cigarette claim

Several state governments are suing R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Co. for advertising that its Eclipse cigarette brand has a low risk for cancer.

Former CEO of Telecom Pleads Guilty in Fraud Case

The former president of Vari-L Co. pleaded guilty to charges of wire and securities fraud and could be sentenced to 10 years in prison and a $2 million fine.

Indiana Judge Prevents Father From Teaching Religion To Son

After separating amicably from his wife, Tom Jones was shocked to learn the divorce decree that gave him full custody of his son also stipulated that he could not teach his religion to his son.

Man Gets 17 Years to Life for DUI Death

A Manhattan party promoter was sentenced to 17 years to life for driving under the influence and killing a Long Island mother of three.

Former WorldCom Executives Settle Class Action Suit

A class action settlement has been reached in a lawsuit against three former WorldCom executives.

New Law Creates National Database of Medical Errors

On Friday, President Bush signed into law legislation that would encourage voluntary, nationwide reporting of medical errors. The legislation is designed to improve patient care and reduce medical mistakes.

Mistrial declared over disability payment information in auto injury case

ADRIAN, Mich. -- An attorney's mention of the plaintiffs' Social Security and auto insurance benefits during opening statements caused a mistrial Tuesday in a lawsuit over an auto accident.

$25 Million Settlement Reached in Class Action Lawsuit Against HealthSouth

A $25 million settlement has been reached in a class action lawsuit against HealthSouth Corp., following a massive fraud that led to losses in employees' retirement plans.

Woman Sues Denny's for Chemical Burn Injury

A Kansas woman has filed suit against a Saint Louis Denny's for a severe burn injury to her buttocks, which she sustained after sitting down on a toilet seat covered with caustic chemical cleanser.