The Supreme Court says a South Carolina sheriff's office can be held liable for attorneys' fees for stopping abortion protesters in South Carolina who wanted to hold up signs showing aborted fetuses.
Justices on Monday reversed a decision saying the Greenwood County sheriff's office was not required to pay attorney's fees in a lawsuit brought by Steven Lefemine and Columbia Christians for Life. The group was told by officers they couldn't protest with their signs in November 2005. A federal judge agreed that the sheriff was wrong, but did not award damages or lawyer's fees.
The justices threw out that decision without hearing arguments, saying the legal decision that officers could not stop the protesters "supported the award of attorney's fees." The case now goes back to the lower courts.
Thursday, November 8, 2012
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Pittsburgh Theft Offense Lawyers
Theft is the illegal taking of another person's property without that person's freely-given consent and with the intent to deprive that person of their property. The severity of the penalty for a theft offense is based upon the value of the property taken and the circumstances of how it was taken. Many people who are facing criminal charges for theft are facing their first encounter with the criminal justice system in Pennsylvania. If you have been charged with shoplifting, writing a bad check, unauthorized use of an automobile or any other theft offense, you may not understand your rights. You need an experienced criminal defense lawyer to explain and protect your rights.
I have a thorough understanding of theft crimes in Pennsylvania and will provide competent and aggressive defense to those charged with any type of theft, whether you are charged with shoplifting, misdemeanor theft or felony theft. I will review the type of theft charged, the value of the property alleged to be stolen, the alleged intent behind the act, as well as all possible defenses to the charges. Early and active involvement of a criminal defense attorney can make a big difference in theft charges filed against you.
Contact Our Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Law Firm
If you have been arrested for theft or another offense, talk to an experienced lawyer right away to ensure you are protected. Please call me today for a free consultation at 412-429-4360, email me at info@gbmlawpittsburgh.com, or contact me through this website http://www.gbmlawpittsburgh.com/criminal-defense/computer-crimes
I have a thorough understanding of theft crimes in Pennsylvania and will provide competent and aggressive defense to those charged with any type of theft, whether you are charged with shoplifting, misdemeanor theft or felony theft. I will review the type of theft charged, the value of the property alleged to be stolen, the alleged intent behind the act, as well as all possible defenses to the charges. Early and active involvement of a criminal defense attorney can make a big difference in theft charges filed against you.
Contact Our Pennsylvania Criminal Defense Law Firm
If you have been arrested for theft or another offense, talk to an experienced lawyer right away to ensure you are protected. Please call me today for a free consultation at 412-429-4360, email me at info@gbmlawpittsburgh.com, or contact me through this website http://www.gbmlawpittsburgh.com/criminal-defense/computer-crimes
Monday, June 18, 2012
New York Foster Care Lawyers - Rosin Steinhagen Mendel
Rosin Steinhagen Mendel is a law firm dedicated to serving our clients in New York City, and the surrounding counties in southern New York State and in New Jersey.
We represent our clients in all types of proceedings that include termination of parental rights, permanency hearings, custody hearings, guardianship, administrative proceedings, and adoption. Our goal is to provide each of our clients with the best possible representation in all aspects of their cases, and clients appreciate our careful analysis of individual cases, through preparation and attention to detail.
Rosin Steinhagen Mendel is here to provide their clients with the highest level of representation in family matters. Visit us on the web at http://www.lawrsm.com/ for more information regarding your adoption and foster care concerns.
We represent our clients in all types of proceedings that include termination of parental rights, permanency hearings, custody hearings, guardianship, administrative proceedings, and adoption. Our goal is to provide each of our clients with the best possible representation in all aspects of their cases, and clients appreciate our careful analysis of individual cases, through preparation and attention to detail.
Rosin Steinhagen Mendel is here to provide their clients with the highest level of representation in family matters. Visit us on the web at http://www.lawrsm.com/ for more information regarding your adoption and foster care concerns.
Sydney Criminal Law - Sydney Criminal Lawyers
Driving without a license, whether it is suspended or cancelled, can have some serious consequences including criminal conviction, further length of disqualifying your licence, hefty fees, and in some cases, imprisonment. Driving while suspended is driving a motor vehicle on a public road when your licence is suspended by the RTA or by Police.
Driving while cancelled is driving a motor vehicle on a public road after your licence has been cancelled by the RTA. Driving while unlicensed is driving a motor vehicle on a public road without ever having held a valid NSW driver licence or when the licence was expired. All penalties can increase or decrease depending on the situation, however, offences for driving without a legal licence can have the potential for big consequences. Don't get stuck in a messy situation, our attorneys at Sydney Lawyers can help you!
At Sydney Criminal Lawyers, their attorneys are experts in driving cases, including driving without a valid licence. Our criminal lawyers have an in-depth knowledge of the driving laws including the defences of 'honest and reasonable mistake' and 'necessity'. With an outstanding team of attorneys to work with, your case will be aggressively defended by a representative and will help fight for your licence qualifications, your reputation and your free. Call us today at (02) 9261 8881 to schedule an appointment or visit us at http://www.criminallaw.com.au/driving-without-a-license for more information.
Driving while cancelled is driving a motor vehicle on a public road after your licence has been cancelled by the RTA. Driving while unlicensed is driving a motor vehicle on a public road without ever having held a valid NSW driver licence or when the licence was expired. All penalties can increase or decrease depending on the situation, however, offences for driving without a legal licence can have the potential for big consequences. Don't get stuck in a messy situation, our attorneys at Sydney Lawyers can help you!
At Sydney Criminal Lawyers, their attorneys are experts in driving cases, including driving without a valid licence. Our criminal lawyers have an in-depth knowledge of the driving laws including the defences of 'honest and reasonable mistake' and 'necessity'. With an outstanding team of attorneys to work with, your case will be aggressively defended by a representative and will help fight for your licence qualifications, your reputation and your free. Call us today at (02) 9261 8881 to schedule an appointment or visit us at http://www.criminallaw.com.au/driving-without-a-license for more information.
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Ohio man found guilty in septic tank body case
A jury has convicted a man of aggravated murder and other charges in the death of his estranged wife, who was found strangled in a septic tank in southeast Ohio last year.
Hocking County jurors in Logan deliberated for about four hours before returning a verdict Tuesday in the trial of 27-year-old William Inman II. He could face the death penalty when he's sentenced.
His parents also are charged. They are being tried separately in the slaying of his 25-year-old wife, Summer.
Authorities say she was abducted in Logan, strangled with a zip tie and dumped in an underground septic tank behind a church in March of last year.
Inman's parents have pleaded not guilty. They'll be tried later this year.
Hocking County jurors in Logan deliberated for about four hours before returning a verdict Tuesday in the trial of 27-year-old William Inman II. He could face the death penalty when he's sentenced.
His parents also are charged. They are being tried separately in the slaying of his 25-year-old wife, Summer.
Authorities say she was abducted in Logan, strangled with a zip tie and dumped in an underground septic tank behind a church in March of last year.
Inman's parents have pleaded not guilty. They'll be tried later this year.
Monday, May 14, 2012
Alaska conspiracy trial scheduled in federal court
Three Alaska men are scheduled to go on trial Monday in Anchorage on charges of plotting to kill government employees.
Fairbanks militia leader Schaeffer Cox of Fairbanks, Coleman Barney of North Pole and Lonnie Vernon of Salcha were arrested 14 months ago and also face weapons charges.
The Fairbanks Daily News-Miner reports the arrests followed an FBI investigation of Cox that began in 2010.
Cox has described himself as a sovereign citizen.
The FBI classifies the sovereign citizen movement as domestic terrorism movement known for clogging the court system with fraudulent liens and lawsuits.
Cox ran for state House in the Republican primary in 2008. In 2009 he started a gun rights organization, the Second Amendment Taskforce, which staged large rallies in Fairbanks.
Fairbanks militia leader Schaeffer Cox of Fairbanks, Coleman Barney of North Pole and Lonnie Vernon of Salcha were arrested 14 months ago and also face weapons charges.
The Fairbanks Daily News-Miner reports the arrests followed an FBI investigation of Cox that began in 2010.
Cox has described himself as a sovereign citizen.
The FBI classifies the sovereign citizen movement as domestic terrorism movement known for clogging the court system with fraudulent liens and lawsuits.
Cox ran for state House in the Republican primary in 2008. In 2009 he started a gun rights organization, the Second Amendment Taskforce, which staged large rallies in Fairbanks.
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Federman & Sherwood Announces Securities Class Action
A class action lawsuit was filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York against Swisher Hygiene Inc. The complaint alleges violations of federal securities laws, Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5, including allegations of issuing a series of material or false misrepresentations to the market which had the effect of artificially inflating the market price during the Class Period, which is May 16, 2011 through March 28, 2012.
Plaintiff seeks to recover damages on behalf of all Swisher Hygiene Inc. shareholders who purchased common stock during the Class Period and are therefore a member of the Class as described above. You may move the Court no later than Tuesday, May 29, 2012 to serve as a lead plaintiff for the entire Class. However, in order to do so, you must meet certain legal requirements pursuant to the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.
If you wish to discuss this action, obtain further information and participate in this or any other securities litigation, or should you have any questions or concerns regarding this notice or preservation of your rights, please contact www.federmanlaw.com
Plaintiff seeks to recover damages on behalf of all Swisher Hygiene Inc. shareholders who purchased common stock during the Class Period and are therefore a member of the Class as described above. You may move the Court no later than Tuesday, May 29, 2012 to serve as a lead plaintiff for the entire Class. However, in order to do so, you must meet certain legal requirements pursuant to the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.
If you wish to discuss this action, obtain further information and participate in this or any other securities litigation, or should you have any questions or concerns regarding this notice or preservation of your rights, please contact www.federmanlaw.com
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