Articles related to "Lawsuits"

Learn what documents you should have if you're seeking compensation for a pet who was sickened or died from Salmonella in connection with the latest pet food recall.

McDonald's vigorously protects its global brand against a basketball player, an Australian topless bar, a satirical website and even the Merriam-Webster dictionary.

Using more denture cream to fix a problem with ill fitting dentures is not safe. Zinc poisoning and serious neurological problems can result.

Every year, awards named after a woman who was scalded by McDonald's coffee, are handed out for what might appear to be frivolous lawsuits.

Excessive medical malpractice lawsuits can negatively affect the way doctors care for patients. One possible solution is tort reform.

When someone is injured in a car accident, they do have rights for compensation to their damages, but they won't receive as much as sometimes advertised or even quickly.

"You're too old and too country" is not what one wants to be remembered for telling one of country music's treasured performers.

Birth control pills and patches may be popular and easy to use, but they have many associated health risks that you may not know about.

In our litigation-happy society, citizens are quick to turn a cry of "foul!" into a demand for financial restitution. But when does justice turn into whining?

Tobacco companies are repeatedly involved in lawsuits that seek to protect people against environmental and public health hazards.

Creditors have several means of collecting on old debts, including civil lawsuits. Knowing how to respond when sued by a creditor is key to avoiding a financial nightmare

When sued over a debt, consumers can opt to fight a collection agency in court to avoid a default judgment that could result in wage garnishment.

A consumer class action lawsuit against British Airways claims their high rate of lost and damaged luggage constitutes negligence. A ruling allows the case to go forward.

A Los Angeles federal court judge is throwing out Carol Burnett's $2 million copyright infringement lawsuit against Fox TV show Family Guy.

A Montreal court has ordered Cinar to pay cartoonist Claude Robinson $5.2 million in damages for stealing his idea for the show Robinson Sucroë.

Illinois police file for injunction against "Erotic Services" feature on craigslist, calling it "the single largest source of prostitution in the nation."

A Los Angeles judge has thrown out a Disney lawsuit that tried to terminate licensing agreements with Steven Slesinger. Decision is the latest in a 16-year battle.

British Airways is the record holder for Most Lost Luggage. A class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of affected airline passengers, claiming recklessness.

Session drummer Terrence Yerves claims he co-wrote theme to Aqua Teen Hunger Force with rapper Schoolly D in 1999. He wants a share of the royalties.

Shepard Fairey, an American contemporary artist who drew the famed "Hope" poster featuring Barack Obama, is being blamed for infringing copyrights.

Several animal welfare organizations and a former Ringling Bros. Circus employee says the Asian elephants are beaten, shackled and confined for days on end.

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. has agreed to settle a lawsuit claiming that it discriminated against people with disabilities.

The Watchmen movie trailer premiered at ComicCon in San Diego last July, instantly igniting fan fervor. Why haven't we seen more advertising for this film?

Former Philadelphia Eagles Owner Norman Braman is in a lawsuit to stop the Florida Marlins from building their new stadium

Bourne Co., owners of the song "When You Wish Upon a Star," has lost its copyright infringement lawsuit against Family Guy creators.

Sue your employer, but make sure they (and you) deserve it, first.

Cigarette and tobacco producers pledge settlements hidden from the public eye every year, but could never compensate for emotional losses and health issues of millions.

In Florida, if someone's tort or other wrongful act causes another person's death, the wrongdoer must compensate the victim's dependents.

Web writers are at risk of libel lawsuits when they don't take the proper precautions to avoid libeling their subjects.

Is Disney slowly backing away from the Golden Arches?

Mesothelioma is a cancer that's caused by asbestos. Many workers in California once worked in industries with asbestos and may contract mesothelioma decades later.

The makers of the herbal supplement have been involved in legal struggles for 4 years. Now a federal court has found that owner Warshak lied to customers.

When you are injured by someone else, through no fault of your own, more than anything you want to be compensated your your loss.

Johnny Depp sues Hollywood to save view at gated Sunset Strip home

This is a detailed description of the foreclosure process, and the personal rights and options which belong to the property owner.

The story, or its premise rather, is very interesting, and that's the best reason to finish the book.

North Face sits in the midst of battles, facing off against EPA's allegations of unsubstantiated claims, and Little Jimmy Winkelman's trademark abuse.

Case winning attorney Lemuel Srolovic talks to suite101.com about the personal side of his work.

This is part three of an interview with Mr. Srolovic. This section centers on the restrictions involved in the case as well as the potential for redress.

This is part two of an interview with Mr. Srolovic. Here he discusses the limitations, expectations, and realities involved in Toxic Tort cases.

This article is the conclusion to a one hour interview with Mr. Srolovic. Here, he speaks to charges of ambulance-chasing and other companies' possible poor conduct.

Top court refuses to hear copyright appeal by Clare Milne, grand-daughter of Winnie the Pooh creator.

First, Zomba/Verity Records sued Gospel artist Tonex for over a million for complaining. Then, Tonex fought back with his own federal lawsuit.

Is the Cape Wind Project the breath of fresh air for the future, or is it just a lot of hot air?

The birth control pills Yasmin and YAZ are under fire in the courts. Federal lawsuits allege that over 50 deaths and many serious illnesses have been caused by the pills.

Agreeing to a debt settlement with a debt collector or collection agency can damage a consumer's credit report and place him or her at higher risk of a lawsuit.

When an individual ceases to make regular payments on an unsecured debt, such as a credit card, the account becomes delinquent and eventually goes into default.

The statute of limitations on debt collection varies by state and determines the amount of time a bad debt is legally enforceable.

A creditor that secures a judgment lien will have the right to request that a property lien be placed on an individual's home or land to collect a debt.

Sports artist and University of Alabama alumni Daniel A. Moore was sued three years ago by U. of Alabama, which claims he has no right to paint the Crimson Tide.