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Condemned Texas inmate loses Supreme Court appeal
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2014/05/29 09:47
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The U.S. Supreme Court has refused to review an appeal from condemned Texas inmate Duane Buck, whose supporters contend his death sentence decided by a Houston jury 17 years ago unfairly was based on race.
"His death sentence is the product of pervasive racial discrimination," attorneys Christina Swarns, Kathryn Kase and Kate Black said in a statement Wednesday.
Without comment, the high court Tuesday rejected Buck's appeal. The ruling was an appeal of a similar rejection in November from the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, the state's highest criminal court.
Buck, 50, was convicted of capital murder and sent to death row for the slaying of his ex-girlfriend and a man at her Houston apartment in July 1995. During the punishment phase of Buck's 1997 trial, psychologist Walter Quijano testified under cross-examination by a Harris County prosecutor that black people were more likely to commit violence.
Advocates for Buck, who is black, say that unfairly influenced jurors, who in Texas capital cases must decide when deliberating a death sentence whether an offender would be a continuing threat. Quijano, called as a defense witness, had testified earlier that Buck's personality and the nature of his crime, committed during rage, indicated he would be less of a future danger. |
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McKennon Law Group - Los Angeles Insurance Attorney
Attorney News |
2014/05/29 09:46
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The McKennon Law Group is a Los Angeles insurance firm that helps individuals and businesses in recovering benefits under all types of insurance policies from insurance companies.
The attorneys of McKennon Law Group have represented individuals in claims against countless insurance companies including but not limited to: Allstate, Aetna, Cigna, Life Insurance of North America, MassMutual, MetLife, Northwestern Mutual, Reliance Standard Life Insurance Company, Hartfor Life and Accident Company.
Robert McKennon, founding partner, is nationally recognized as an expert in life, health and disability insurance litigation. He has authored numerous articles and book chapters on these topics and speaks at insurance conferences. He's been profiled in Forbes and OC Metro as a top SoCal insurance and business litigation attorney. He has achieved the highest ratings from the top attorney rating companies and is recognized as a Super Lawyer.
The attorneys at McKennon Law Group will help assess your case and let you know if you have an insurance claim that should be litigated in court. All cases are handled on a contingency fee basis. If you're in a fight with an insurance company and need the help of an experienced Los Angeles Insurance Attorney, call (949) 387-9595 for a free consultation. |
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State court allows 'pink slime' lawsuit to proce
Headline Legal News |
2014/05/27 11:51
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The South Dakota Supreme Court is allowing a $1.2 billion defamation lawsuit to proceed against television network ABC over its coverage of a meat product that critics derided as "pink slime."
The decision on Thursday allows the plaintiffs to potentially depose news anchor Diane Sawyer, two of the networks correspondents and other defendants.
Dakota Dunes-based Beef Products Inc. sued the network in 2012 for its coverage of the meat product the industry calls "lean, finely textured beef." BPI alleges that the coverage led to plant closures and layoffs because it misled consumers into believing the product was unsafe.
Attorneys for ABC in court filings say the network in each of its broadcasts stated the FDA deemed the product safe to eat. The network didn't immediately respond to requests for comment.
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W. Bradley Ney - Washington, DC Business Litigation Lawyer Services
Attorney News |
2014/05/27 11:51
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Brad's combined expertise of business and accounting issues allows him to create unique arguments and solutions in several types of business disputes. His thoughtful and meticulous litigation approach regularly leads to favorable results for his clients. Brad has represented the business interests of numerous companies, officers, individuals, and boards in state and federal courts, before the Securities and Exchange Commission, and in arbitrations and mediations. He's represented both plaintiffs and defendants in trials and court proceedings. Brad understands that serving his clients' best interests sometimes requires alternative methods of dispute resolution.
Brad's primary focuses are listed below:
Business Litigation
Contract & Business Disputes
Securities Litigation
Franchise Disputes
Non-Competes & Restrictive Covenants
Insurance Disputes
Copyright Litigation
Emergency Injunctive Relief
If you're an individual, small business, or medium business, you deserve the finest legal representation. Contact the Law Offices of W. Bradley Ney for all your Washington DC Business Litigation Lawyer Service needs. |
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Appeals court won't rehear BP settlement issue
Headline Legal News |
2014/05/20 12:54
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A federal appeals court on Monday refused to reconsider its previous ruling that businesses don't have to prove they were directly harmed by BP's 2010 Gulf Of Mexico oil spill to collect settlement payments.
The decision by the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans could be a step toward resuming a claims process that was suspended after a district court ruling in December. However, BP spokesman Geoff Morrell said in an emailed statement Monday night that the company is considering its legal options.
BP had asked the full 5th Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans to rehear the case after a three-judge panel's March ruling. The court voted 8-5 against a rehearing.
The action preserves U.S. District Judge Carl Barbier's (BAHR'-bee-ay) ruling that BP had agreed in a 2012 settlement to pay claims without requiring proof that losses were directly caused by the spill resulting from the explosion of the Deepwater Horizon oil rig, which killed 11 workers.
Judge Leslie Southwick wrote in Monday's order that a 2012 policy statement, issued by the court-appointed claims administrator and developed with "input and assent from BP," spelled out the criteria for business claims.
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