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Google, Publishers Seek More Time to Reach Book-Scan Accord
June 1 (Bloomberg) -- Google Inc. and a group of publishers and authors told a federal judge they are discussing options toward a possible settlement of a book-scanning lawsuit against Google and asked for 60 days to continue talks.
Updated: 06/01/2011 06:00P
Wells to Compensate Deaf Customers
Wells Fargo settled a Justice Department lawsuit, agreeing to pay $16M to compensate hard-of-hearing and deaf customers who had difficulty accessing banking services... To continue reading, log in, register or subscribe below.
Updated: 06/01/2011 05:59P
WIS News 10 - Columbia, South Carolina |White House promotes auto bailouts
Obama is making the most out of Chrysler's announcement last week that it is repaying $5.9 billion in US loans and a $1.7 billion loan from the Canadian government ahead of schedule. Those payments cover most of the federal bailout money that saved the
Updated: 06/01/2011 05:59P
Sarah Palin Talks Immigration Before Ellis Island Visit
The possible 2012 presidential contender has said she supports the Arizona law that would allow police to ask people to show proof that they are in the country legally. She's against amnesty and the DREAM Act, which would give citizenship to some of
Updated: 06/01/2011 05:58P
Man Hauled in for Novato DUI Becomes Infamous for Binge
Timothy James McGowan, 50, was arrested May 17 outside a San Rafael bank on suspicion of drunken driving and having a blood-alcohol level greater than 0.08 percent, Marin County Chief Deputy District Attorney Barry Borden said.
Updated: 06/01/2011 05:58P
Black boxes could be required in the future for vehicles
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says there is no law requiring black boxes in all new vehicles. However, there is a possibility it could give a proposal later this year. Traffic officials say the devices do not record sensitive
Updated: 06/01/2011 05:58P
Local Interagency Council addresses drug addiction, recovery and suicide
The message is available in Spanish and if you are a veteran, seeking help, press 1. Next you will hear hold music while your call is being routed. Then, a trained crisis worker will help you. If needed, you will be given mental health services
Updated: 06/01/2011 05:57P
NuVasive: Medical Instrument Company Profits From Pain
In fact, in 2008, Medtronic filed a patent infringement lawsuit against NuVasive, which in turn counter-sued. The lawsuit has kept potential acquirers at bay, creating an overhang, which has weighed on the stock price. The legal battle comes to a head
Updated: 06/01/2011 05:57P
Florida governor Rick Scott signs law forcing welfare recipients to have drugs
Rick Scott is already facing a lawsuit filed by the American Civil Liberties Union of Florida seeking to half a similar order mandating drug testing for state employees. The ACLU has slammed the law as an 'extreme overreach' of his powers.
Updated: 06/01/2011 05:57P
Will new regulator for immigration consultants stop fraud?
He pays between $5000 and $6000 a year to keep it current. “Lawyers will learn about immigration law on their own,” Martineau says. “[CSIC licenced consultants] are specialized solely in immigration.” The federal government moved against the CSIC after
Updated: 06/01/2011 05:57P
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