VAULTING IN: Sloan overcomes injury to make team Jul 20, 2008
Sloan had to prove to Martha Karolyi, Bela's wife and the women's national team coordinator, she could overcome mental anguish related to the injury. "Her vault is beautiful," Karolyi said. (USA Today -- Sports)
Letter: Clark's McCain comments Jul 16, 2008
Physical suffering, fear and mental anguish are all integral parts of the qualifications to lead as no other institution does. Great men and women of our country have been born to us from graduating and going forth to lead our service men and women. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
Former administrator wins termination case Jul 15, 2008
In the settlement, Mahan received $120,000 for loss of income, $75,000 for loss of retirement benefits and $24,000 for mental anguish, and other awards. Information from: The News-Star. (KSLA.com, LA)
Two defendants remain in Charlevoix County Jail suit Jul 15, 2008
In addition to emotional distress, mental anguish and ill-effects to her physical health, she claims to have suffered injury to her feelings, loss of professional esteem and reputation, humiliation, embarrassment and loss of income. The Whistleblower Protection Act of 1980 was designed to protect employees who report violations or suspected violations of law or who participate in hearings, investigations, inquiries or court actions. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Child Brides and Sexual Exploitation: Ghanas Shame! Jul 14, 2008
The mental anguish a child bride endures is equivalent to the pain of slavery, as these girls are simply not old enough to make informed decisions about their lives. Will any society tolerate slavery in contemporary times. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Rambus says NVIDIA products infringe on 17 Rambus patents Jul 13, 2008
By on 7/11/08, Rating: 2 By on 7/11/2008 4:46:44 PM , Rating: 2 I'd like to see someone counter sue a Patent Leech for Mental Anguish. (1 Hidden) By on 7/11/08, Rating: 5 By on 7/11/2008 4:02:41 PM , Rating: 5 Yes. (DailyTech)
A sport banned by Mao Zedong makes a comeback Jul 7, 2008
"Our government would rather pay attention to sports in the Olympics that give many gold medals, or sports where we have a chance to win. We are a low priority. It's a kind of mental anguish to see that not many people pay attention to baseball in China.". The Beijing Games will be the first Olympics for the Chinese team - and perhaps its last. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Inspectors to halt import of some food from Mexico... Jul 6, 2008
"You don't even take into consideration the thousands of people that have been sick, and how much it's cost in drugs, loss of time and mental anguish for people who are sick," Nielsen said. Last year during the same period, U.S. health authorities identified three people infected with the same strain. (The Drudge Report)
Wolf advocates to overnight with C. Idaho sheep Jul 3, 2008
Kevin wrote on Jul 2, 2008 1:24 PM:" Maybe we should apply to the Feds for a research grant to study the bahavioral effects of the mental anguish those poor wolves suffer when they are so violently harrased by those airhorns & fake guns. Then we could file a lawsuit against them and have them banned from the land that we hunters personally pay to conserve. Do you think they would still love a wolf if it ate their family dog or one of their kids? What a bunch of idiots :) ". crazy horse wrote on... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Ontario boosts rights protection Jul 1, 2008
The legislation also removes a $10,000 cap on awards for mental anguish caused by discrimination. Ms. Ray-Ellis said that is important because if you look at the United States, you can get millions of dollars in damages for human-rights issues. (Globe and Mail)
Texas Supreme Court Rules Exorcism Protected By Law Jun 29, 2008
The jury awarded her $300,000 for mental anguish, but the 2nd Court of Appeals in Fort Worth later shaved $122,000 from the verdict for loss of future income. The appeals court decided the church's rights to freedom of religion did not prevent the church from being held liable for mental distress triggered by a "hyper-spiritualistic environment.". (KWTX.com, TX)
Court: 1st Amendment Protects Church's Exorcisms Jun 28, 2008
The jury awarded her $300,000 for mental anguish, but the 2nd Court of Appeals in Fort Worth shaved $122,000 from the verdict for loss of future income. The church then raised the question of whether the Fort Worth appeals court erred when it said Pleasant Glades' First Amendment rights regarding freedom of religion do not prevent the church from being held liable for mental distress triggered by a "hyper-spiritualistic environment.". (Fox News)
Dating service that bans ugliness comes to Canada Jun 25, 2008
com". Keith SummersWhat next? beautifulwhitepeople.com or beautifulpeopleofcolour.com....give me a break. The undertone of this idea is secular and racist. PeterAll of the above comments whether for or against, (including mine)are EXACTLY what this service want...is to provoke a response, it's all about ratings whether these beautiful people are shallow or not! That being said, it is disgusting in my view and as an earlier comment said...let's feed the poor instead. KathleenBeauty is in the eye... (CTV.ca)
Oxford Accident Draws Lawsuit Jun 25, 2008
Those injuries were cervical, thoracic and lumbar, and included contusions, sprain/strain and bruises requiring medical and hospital treatment and causing him to lose time from work, pain, suffering and mental anguish, according to a document filed in the office of the town clerk. In the document, dated June 12, Mr. Bernardo stated that he was still receiving medical treatment. (Voices, CT)
Harassment suit filed against former distiller Jun 24, 2008
The suit says Falkenberg suffered substantial injury, including humiliation, grief, severe embarrassment, ridicule and mental anguish. She said she is receiving therapy and taking medication because of the matter. (Anchorage Daily News)
Katrina expatriates miss Gulf, embrace new abode Jun 22, 2008
for two months before ending up back in his hometown the journey was not without mental anguish. We re affected by depression that we re not necessarily conscious of, McClanahan said, speaking for himself and Dr. Richard Vallette, another surgeon who was in the New Orleans practice. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Court of Appeals rejects former Starkville cheerleader’s claims of district liability Jun 20, 2008
In a decision issued Tuesday, the court said the Starkville School District should not have to pay Ashley Beacham for any mental anguish or expenses she may have endured from being intimidated by male schoolmates and their parents. Alleged harassment includes boys secretly videotaping her while she changed into a swimsuit at a private pool party and pinning her down on a school cafeteria table. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Soon to part: Dragons' special combo Jun 20, 2008
But the sight of the pair at their brilliant best during the past two months has little to do with Brett sharing the mental anguish tormenting his identical twin as Josh considered leaving the club where their famous father, Steve, is regarded as something of a legend. "You never know, this could be the last year we play football together - so we've just gone out to have fun together and Josh has put on a couple of tries for me, so it's been good," Brett said on the eve of tonight's clash with... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
'Don't worry dad, I'll be home in a month' - final email of ... Jun 20, 2008
There is something surreal about the mental anguish that Des is now suffering. Even as I am talking to you like this, part of me still cannot believe she has gone,' he says. (Daily Mail)
Silver Sands teacher sues student over fondling accusation Jun 18, 2008
Hackley, 44, said in his court complaint he suffered mental anguish, humiliation and financial losses over the girl's allegation ... The girl and her mother filed a countersuit -- also for up to $15,000 damages -- in April claiming the daughter has suffered embarrassment, emotional distress and mental anguish. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Victim's family seeking damages in McKinney gas explosion Jun 18, 2008
Compensatory damages include "physical pain, mental anguish, disfigurement, medical care, rehabilitative care (and) physical impairment." Punitive damages include considering factors such as "the nature of the wrong, the character of the conduct involved, the degree of culpability of the wrongdoers, the situation and sensibilities of the parties concerned, the extent to which such conduct offends the public sense of justice and propriety and the net work of the Defendants.". For more... (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Vets returning from Iraq turn to war protesters for help Jun 16, 2008
One member of Veterans For Peace, Roberto Barragan of Ormond Beach, said he knows of the mental anguish returning soldiers suffer after his experience during the first Gulf War. "I help with the demonstrations on Thursday and am pretty active in the black community. I help the kids who have come home with resources. They talk to me and I try to help them with housing and getting through red tape," Barragan said. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Animals in Entertainment Jun 11, 2008
Knowing that animals do in fact suffer physical and mental anguish, there is no ethical reason to continue using them in entertainment. For more information on the treatment of animals in entertainment check out sites such as the. (Suite101.com)
Judge Sued for Offering Paddling in Courtroom Jun 6, 2008
And doing it in open court in front of other parents and juveniles caused "humiliation, fear and mental anguish," according to the lawsuit. The family wants a temporary injunction against Garza -- a hearing in district court is scheduled for Friday -- as well as damages and the court to tell Garza he does not have the authority to offer corporal punishment as an option. (Law.com)
Oregon teacher placed on paid leave after taping student to chair Jun 5, 2008
Meeche wrote on Jun 4, 2008 10:29 AM:" I have to admit that I agree with AnotherLameOpinion. Mothers these days don't dicipline their children enough and the result is teachers having to step up the game. I don't think this teacher should be punished at all. Think she should be commended. Mrs. Faile should dicipline her child for acting up instead of tryin make a quick buck. Unfortunately, she will probably sue for mental anguish and win the case along with some unGodly amount of money for an... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Officers find their ‘mark’ at training Jun 4, 2008
After multiple attempts to find the targets in the dark, in the heat, and under the pressure of self-inflicted mental anguish, the marksmen were able to pass yet another trial. Once permitted to shoot, each officer took his time to focus on the target, prepare his gun, line his cross-hairs, and pull the trigger. (Newport Daily Independent, AR)
Former Ark. teacher sues Web site over comments about her Jun 2, 2008
Cruse claims the defamatory information caused her extreme mental anguish that resulted in physical stress and harm and damaged her reputation. Cruse described the defendants' actions were "willful and malicious" and that they profit financially from the Web site. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Superstitions at play for Tech, UGA May 28, 2008
"The mental anguish of the game, it can be a cruel game at times," said Georgia coach David Perno. "A superstition that creates a little relief to know that, 'Hey, I did it just like a did it yesterday so this will work out.'". (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Comeback starts road trip on sour note May 28, 2008
After an intentional walk to Russell Branyan, who had doubled to begin the seventh, Hudson incurred some physical and mental anguish courtesy of the J.J. Har 00002364 dy game-tying RBI single that followed. Hardy's single hit off Hudson's right foot and landed in no-man's land on the infield grass. (MLB.com -- Atlanta Braves)
Solar-powered home owners left in the dark May 26, 2008
"We just can't believe this is happening. I can't tell you the mental anguish it's had on both of us.". Font. (The Province)
Drowned honeymooner was an unwilling diver May 22, 2008
Mr Watson's Australian solicitor, Rohan Armstrong, declined to comment yesterday, either on the Dateline program, or Mr Watson's abandonment of his $US45,000 ($46,750) claim against a travel insurance company for accidental death and mental anguish. Court papers filed for Mr Watson sought to dismiss the case because the inquest had caused him to apprehend that "he risks self-incrimination in this case", The Birmingham News said. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Stressing Yourself Sick May 21, 2008
Bonakdar said before mental anguish transforms into physical pain -- put your stress in check. "Is your heart racing? Are your palms sweaty? Do you feel like you're less there for that person you're interacting with?". (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
St. John teen recovering from bonfire burns (25) May 21, 2008
Gi-Gi-Ma wrote on May 20, 2008 11:17 AM:" This is just a stupid accident, Jessica.The mental anguish that the other young man will have to live with will be worst than anything anyone can do to him. Working in the ER for quite a long time, I have seen ADULTS do the same STUPID thing. I'm so glad to hear that this young man has been in good spirits and has a good out look. That will carry him thru whatever he has to endure! GOD BLESS YOU, Chris and your family. My Prayers and spiritual support go... (Munster Times, IN)
Avoiding Home-Based Business Blunders May 15, 2008
What you'll save in the time, cost and mental anguish associated with schlepping to work weekdays is by itself enough to want to work in your jammies. And all those savings could allow you to let your equity stay put for a rainy day -- which, as a work-at-homer, you won't have to go out in. (RealtyTimes)
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I should have stuck them with about 50,000 in mental anguish, but I didn't. The best thing to do is get this thing lined out and get out of there. (Leesville Daily Leader, LA)
Prison chief resolute on surgery May 14, 2008
"Her mental anguish is only increasing.". Kosilek, who legally changed his name to Michelle in 1993, has waged a legal campaign for 15 years to undergo a sex change and has attempted suicide in prison. (Boston Globe)
Injury smokescreen can damage a player's reputation May 11, 2008
Little's mental anguish. Ten years ago, St. Louis Rams linebacker Leonard Little drove while drunk and killed a woman named Susan Gutweiler in a car accident. (Florida Times-Union)
Hauray: Nomophobia? Good grief May 8, 2008
A person with a phobia experiences clear physical discomfort and mental anguish. There s the panic, the sweaty palms, the palpitating heart. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Judge throws out $5M verdict for Alabama booster May 2, 2008
Jurors awarded him $3 million in punitive damages, $1 million for mental anguish, $500,000 for economic loss and $500,000 for damage to reputation. He had sought $33. (ESPN -- College Football News)
Man gets $132,000 for false arrest May 2, 2008
The jury rejected Kosmoe Malcom's claim for loss of ability to earn money in the future but awarded him money for pain, suffering, mental anguish and other noneconomic damages. More local news. (The Palm Beach Post)
Keller verdict tossed May 2, 2008
The Jackson County jury that heard his defamation case awarded him $3 million for punitive damages, $1 million for mental anguish, $500,000 for economic loss and $500,000 for presumed damages to reputation as a result of the NCAA infractions committee's harsh language when it announced penalties against Alabama. In overturning the verdict, Gordon ruled that Keller did not present substantial evidence that the NCAA infractions committee, in denouncing the role boosters played in illegal... (AL.com)
ACLU Claims Victory But Jesus Picture Still Hangs in Courthouse Apr 23, 2008
The ACLU said plaintiff "John Doe" and others "have suffered, or shall suffer, damages, including mental anguish and emotional distress" from viewing the image. Laycock advised Lamz that he didn't think the ACLU had an open-and-shut case. (CNSnews.com)
On hallowed turf Apr 19, 2008
Fantasies turn into threats and then into a vague plan without Barry ever quite choosing to commit murder - but Trollope's depiction of his mental anguish is both convincing and suspenseful. A subplot concerns the turf. (Guardian Unlimited -- Arts)
Former police chief sues Jefferson officials Apr 17, 2008
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Advocate: Strong families antidote to child abuse Apr 15, 2008
It happens in single-parent homes where there are great stresses like hunger, cold, mental anguish and physical problems. Child abuse is also seen in the homes of parents who have drug abuse problems. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
State briefs (1) Apr 12, 2008
The Mineos are seeking compensation for medical and funeral expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, mental anguish, and other damages. Martin was sentenced to 30 years with the Department of Corrections, with all but five suspended, based on a plea agreement drafted by the Mineos and the family of Trent Robinson, 22. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Love has Anasta on fire Apr 12, 2008
ROOSTERS playmaker Braith Anasta has revealed his mental anguish at being overlooked for the Kangaroos for last October's Test against New Zealand - because he doesn't believe incumbent Greg Bird is a five-eighth. "It knocked me around," Anasta told the Herald. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Beach to pay $100K over arrests Apr 12, 2008
Violated the women's Constitution rights and caused them to suffer damages, including mental anguish, emotional distress and humiliation. Was negligent. (The St. Augustine Record)
Jodi Picoult Apr 11, 2008
- but the cards here are no more encouraging: mental anguish, haunted figures. Next, they pick two cards about Kyle's upcoming college search one represents Jodi, the other Kyle. (Boston Globe)
Bruises and grit as 007 seeks solace in realism Apr 8, 2008
Desert winds whipping up twisters behind him, Wilson said the location is also meant to emphasise Bond's mental anguish. "This is a desolate landscape that reflects Bond's feelings.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
To believe or not to believe Apr 7, 2008
He joins perennially tweaked-hamstring, broken-finger and strained-abdominal fantasy players such as Scott Rolen and Moises Alou on the DL. Don't blame them, though, for their injuries or your mental anguish. If you drafted them, it's your fault. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
China deems Tibet stable, but warns of coming protests - International Herald Tribune Apr 6, 2008
In a strongly worded statement issued Sunday in Dharamsala, India, where the Tibetan government-in-exile operates, the Dalai Lama said the recent demonstrations in Tibet were "outbursts of long pent-up physical and mental anguish" that proved most Tibetans wanted freedom from Chinese rule. He said the protests had "shattered the propaganda that except for a few reactionaries, the majority of Tibetans enjoy a prosperous and contented life.". (Nogales International, AZ)
More of this story Apr 5, 2008
" "The average person cannot imagine the mental anguish that is caused when a person is missing in the water and the quicker we can bring a successful conclusion to these types of incidents, the better it is for the public," he said.With waterways that boast zero visibility for divers and in instances where someone or something is trapped underwater, time is of the essence in the recovery process, according to Barney Tyree, who is also a member of the APD and dive team."There's nothing more... (Andalusia Star News, AL)
Ex-SF coach sues school for wrongful termination Apr 4, 2008
The suit filed in San Francisco Superior Court also seeks compensatory damages for humiliation, mental anguish and emotional distress and punitive damages. USF athletic director Debra Gore-Mann and attorney Michael Vartain are also defendants in the suit. (ESPN -- College Basketball)
Schultz's column Apr 4, 2008
But, I know that the mental anguish will subside as soon as you take a banded stack of fresh hundred dollar bills and put it on the boo boo. I can hear the exhale of relief as you kick back suck on a long neck, that s what I m talking about. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Lawsuit Filed Against City Councilman Apr 3, 2008
The lawsuit states that Shad was, "acting in a strange and peculiar manner, battered the plaintiff by striking him in a harmful or offensive manner." It goes on to say, "Shad committed this act to cause the harmful or offensive contact with the plaintiff and as a result Kelly sustained bodily injury and resulting pain and suffering, disfigurement, mental anguish, inconvenience, loss of capacity for the enjoyment of life, expenses of hospitalization, medical and nursing care and treatment.".... (News4Jax.com, FL)
Lawyers make final arguments Apr 2, 2008
Johnson said, referring to McCarron's statements that she wanted to end Katie's life to end her suffering, that there was no physical or mental anguish suffered by Katie because of her autism. He said she was making strides every day. (Pekin Times, IL)
Memorial bench policy questioned Apr 2, 2008
ugh wrote on Apr 1, 2008 7:04 PM:" First off, may I express my sympathies to Mrs Cude, Im so sorry for your loss. And as a citizen of this county may I apologize for the fact that our "Judement Makers" have fought your request for a bench in memorial of your husband's years of service to us. Unfortunately, the Commission is all about money and what looks good. It appears to me, that a fall on County maintained property, well, UNmaintained property resulting in death should deserve some award for... (Waynesille Daily Guide, MO)
Montreal man vows to clear his name after Indian jail stint Mar 29, 2008
March 28, 2008 at 6:58 PM EDT. MONTREAL Finally free with his feet firmly planted on Canadian soil, Saul Itzhayek said it hadn't sunk in that he was finally home. (Globe and Mail -- National)
N.J. Supreme Court: Punitives for Wrongdoer Only, Not for General Deterrence Mar 28, 2008
In 2004, it ruled 4-2 that sexual-harassment plaintiffs need not prove severe emotional or physical injury to recover for mental anguish. It also found that business owners cannot be held individually liable unless they aided the harassment or the creation of a hostile work environment. (Law.com)
Beaten, denied, still fighting Mar 27, 2008
"It's left a scarring and a mental anguish that there's no amount of words or anything that I can describe how it makes me feel inside."He said he does not plan to attend today's hearing, since he is not needed as a witness. He said he wants to avoid being a part of the process as much as possible, because it reminds him too much of the past. (News & Observer)
SDPD, LAPD Officers Have Higher Suicide Rates Mar 26, 2008
The LAPD's chief psychiatrist pinned the high suicide rates on the mental anguish that comes from policing dangerous streets. Copyright 2008 by. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
California: Study shows suicide risk for L.A. officers Mar 26, 2008
Kevin Jablonski, chief psychiatrist for the Los Angeles Police Department, pinned the high suicide rates on the mental anguish that comes from policing dangerous streets. When you interact day after day, hour after hour with either the victims of crime or the perpetrators of crime, you start thinking this world is dangerous, this world is violent, he said. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Review: 'Odd Couple' Mar 25, 2008
By the disc's end, the brooding moments relent a tad on "A Little Better," a track that talks of mental anguish yet imagines a hopeful outcome, as Cee-Lo delivers the hook: "I feel better, I can smile at it now, I feel better ..." Through all the murky feelings, "The Odd Couple" indeed has that sentimental effect. CHECK OUT: His formidable rapping skills as solo artist and as a member of Atlanta's Goodie MOB notwithstanding, Cee-Lo proves he's a pure soulman at on the goose-bump invoking "Who's... (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
N.H. lawyer's settlement offer deemed extortion Mar 22, 2008
In one court document, he said the unequal prices at Claudia Lambert's salon caused him mental anguish. That's even though the salon charged women more than men. (Concord Monitor)
