MedQuist Announces Dismissal of South Broward Litigation and Appointment of New Interim President & CEO Jun 12, 2008
The company is in the process of informing the court that the settlement has, in fact, been consummated through payment of the settlement amount and filing of a stipulation of dismissal with prejudice. As previously announced the South Broward action was filed against the company and certain present and former officers and the complaint alleged that the company overcharged certain non-federal governmental hospitals and medical centers for transcription services. (PR Newswire)
Brocade may pay $160M to settle suit Jun 3, 2008
San Jose-based Brocade (NASDAQ:BRCD) said under the terms of the preliminary settlement, it will pay $160 million to the plaintiff class in exchange for the dismissal with prejudice of all claims. The settlement is subject to final documentation and approval by the federal district court. (San Jose Business Journal)
Wecht lawyers say it's double jeopardy Apr 15, 2008
"But the remedy of dismissal with prejudice is really extreme. Even if the judge was a little careless here, it's sort of an excessive reward for the defense.". The defense's other filing deals with FBI agents contacting discharged jurors after the mistrial to "learn about their experience as a juror," according to an e-mail Assistant U.S. Attorney Stephen S. Stallings sent Thursday to the court. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Cellcom Israel Announces Dismissal With Prejudice of a Purported Class Action Filed Against the Company Feb 20, 2008
NETANYA, Israel, February 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Cellcom Israel Ltd. (NYSE: ) (the "Company") announced today that a purported class action lawsuit filed against the Company, in April 2007, was dismissed with prejudice on February 18, 2008. The plaintiffs claimed that the Company raised its tariffs unlawfully and in violation of its license, in pricing plans that include a commitment to purchase certain services for a fixed period. (PR Newswire)
Another Product Liability Lawsuit Dismissed Against TASER Jan 17, 2008
Jan. 17, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- TASER International, Inc. (NasdaqGS: - ), a market leader in advanced electronic control devices, announced the dismissal with prejudice of the wrongful death product liability lawsuit filed against TASER International in the case of Sanford Tucker v. TASER International, Inc., et al. filed in the United States District Court for the District of Nevada. ADVERTISEMENT. (Primezone Releases)
Yahoo settles case over Chinese dissident e-mails Nov 14, 2007
"Plaintiffs and defendants hereby jointly stipulate to dismissal with prejudice of all claims made in this action, based on a private settlement understanding among the parties," the court filing stated. Yahoo agreed to cover legal costs. (Scientific American)
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Given the circumstances which contributed to the delay by the prosecutor s office the delay in submitting the order for court but moreso the delays caused by an interference of a court order the court s granting the dismissal with prejudice. . (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Rambus to pay $18M to settle options suit Sep 9, 2007
Los Altos-based Rambus (NASDAQ:RMBS) said that if approved by the court, the settlement would lead to a dismissal with prejudice of all claims against all defendants in the litigation. Rambus said it is in discussions with insurers "concerning their contribution of a portion of the settlement amount.". (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Lone Star Delivers Letter to Accredited's Board of Directors Proposing to Amend Tender Offer Aug 31, 2007
DALLAS, Aug. 30 /PRNewswire/ -- LSF5 Accredited Investments, LLC ("Lone Star"), a subsidiary of Lone Star Fund V (U.S.), L.P., today announced that it delivered a letter to the Board of Directors of Accredited Home Lenders Holding Co. (Nasdaq: ) (the "Company"). The text of the letter is set forth below. (PR Newswire)
The Yocca Law Firm LLP Achieves Settlement for Client KOCE TV Jun 26, 2007
--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Last week, the Superior Court in Orange County entered a dismissal with prejudice confirming a settlement for The Yocca Law Firm client The KOCE TV Foundation in the long-running battle over the future of Orange County's only PBS affiliated television station. "All I can tell you is that it's over and we're thrilled and happy," said Mel Rogers, station general manager and president. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Campbell aide settles lawsuit Jun 20, 2007
Bastien's lawyer, John Evangelisti, would only say that "We're going to file a stipulation for dismissal with prejudice," meaning the lawsuit will be dropped and can't be brought back. The settlement hearing happened June 12 in Denver. (Durango Herald)
Coventry Calls Ritchie Capital Action Desperate May 3, 2007
May 2 /PRNewswire/ -- Coventry today issued the following statement in connection with a lawsuit that was filed by Ritchie Capital Management: "Coventry considers this action by Ritchie Capital Management to be a cheap publicity stunt to divert attention from its own well-documented problems and will seek an immediate dismissal with prejudice. Coventry has not committed fraud of any kind. Coventry has been and continues to be in full compliance with all agreements related to the Ritchie life... (PR Newswire)
Radler's legal woes not over yet Apr 20, 2007
This language is necessary to prevent Radler from using the dismissal with prejudice to argue claim or issue preclusion in other current or future proceedings against him by any party to this litigation other than [Sun-Times. Search. (Globe and Mail)
1,200 cases facing review Apr 11, 2007
"Failure to attend will result in the dismissal with prejudice of cases and/or sanctions," Yerger said in the order. But he said attorneys will not be required to attend if they have signed an agreed order of dismissal with prejudice and submitted it to his office by Monday. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Sex abuse case ends with settlement Mar 29, 2007
However, if Newton does fulfill the conditions required in the agreement, the Commonwealth will move to change his dismissal to a dismissal with prejudice, which would prohibit the state from seeking a new indictment. Barry Bertram was the prosecuting attorney for the Commonwealth. (Lebanon Enterprise, KY)
Cities win lawsuit over TIF money Jan 5, 2007
A dismissal with prejudice means the issue can not be brought back again. Presiding Commissioner Jim Henson and Associate Commissioners Ron VarVera and Bill Bradley contend the county has so many TIF districts it requires an additional employee in the County Collector's office to handle the paperwork. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Krispy Kreme Announces Settlement of Securities Class Action and Partial Settlement of Derivative Action Nov 1, 2006
With respect to the derivative litigation, the Stipulation provides for the settlement and dismissal with prejudice of all claims against defendants except for claims against Mr. Livengood. The Company, acting through its Special Committee, settled claims against Mr. Tate and Mr. Casstevens for the following consideration: Messrs. (PR Newswire)
Hawaiian seeks dismissal of Mesa countersuit Oct 20, 2006
"It is frivolous for Mesa to suggest that Hawaiian, when it filed the lawsuit, somehow 'knew' that Mesa was innocent," the Wednesday filing said, "particularly where this court, even with the benefit of Mesa's vigorous advocacy and a full written record, was unwilling to accept Mesa's version of the events." Hawaiian said it was first seeking dismissal with prejudice of the Mesa counterclaim but, failing that, it would next seek a ruling on whether Hawaiian's claims are "objectively baseless" as... (Pacific Business News, HI)
City, CARES end legal battle Oct 13, 2006
Within five days of the City Council's action that approved the settlement agreement, CARES is required to file a notice of voluntary dismissal with prejudice. Each side is responsible for its own legal expenses and costs. (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL)
Marijuana case resolved with plea deal Oct 5, 2006
Dismissal with prejudice means the case cannot be refiled. We thought that case was fairly weak anyway, Corry said. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
CA Announces That Term of Independent Examiner Extended to May 1, 2007 Sep 15, 2006
Beyond the control issues identified, the U.S. Attorney's Office advised the Court that CA has, to date, substantially complied with the terms of the DPA. If the control issues described above are resolved by May 1, 2007 or such earlier date as the U.S. Attorney's Office in its discretion determines, and CA is otherwise in compliance with the DPA, the U.S. Attorney's Office will seek the Court's dismissal with prejudice of the information filed against CA shortly after the Independent Examiner... (PR Newswire)
Judge rules MDEQ misused court system Aug 19, 2006
nly a dismissal with prejudice and an award of fees and costs could end MDEQ's continued misuse of the current dispute resolution process and compensate Rexair for the cost of resisting MDEQ's bad-faith strategies, Nettle-Nickerson wrote. Throughout the 22-page document, Nettles-Nickerson said the MDEQ missed court deadlines, withdrew motions and attempted to avoid an evidentiary hearing. (Cadillac News, MI)
Charges from shrimp fight dismissed Aug 13, 2006
A dismissal with prejudice means the charges cannot be filed against Bramlett again. In a July 26 letter contained in his public file, Noel alleged he d been forced to retract his statement and insisted he d been injured in the incident. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Casper Judge tosses lawsuit against county clerk Aug 3, 2006
On Wednesday, Silva and Collins said they were happy with Downes' dismissal with prejudice, meaning Annis cannot refile the case. In his dismissal order, Downes also expressed his frustration with Annis and the documents he filed with the court. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
14th Product Liability Lawsuit Dismissed Against TASER International May 2, 2006
May 2, 2006 (PRIMEZONE) -- TASER International, Inc. (NasdaqNM: - ), a market leader in advanced electronic control devices announced that the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, Miami Division, entered a judgment of dismissal ordering the dismissal with prejudice of the product liability lawsuit filed by Salvatore Dimiceli against TASER International, Inc. This is the fourteenth wrongful death or injury lawsuit that has been dismissed or judgment entered in favor of TASER... (Primezone Releases)
Cooley Successfully Defends Leadis Technology in Securities Class Action Complaint Mar 9, 2006
"It is rare in Section 11 cases to obtain a dismissal with prejudice on the first motion," said Cooley partner Grant Fondo, who led Leadis' defense. "We and our client are extremely pleased with the judge's ruling." About Cooley Godward's Securities Litigation Practice Cooley Godward's Securities Litigation practice has represented clients in litigation involving every significant aspect of federal and state securities law. (PR Newswire)