Father Thomas Rafferty named pastor at St. John's Church Jun 9, 2008
Its faculty, staff and generous benefactors make it possible for many to study for the priesthood in the company of many similarly situated men. (Editor's note: This article is re-published from the June 6 issue of , official newspaper of the Archdiocese of Boston and America's oldest Catholic newspaper. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
ENCINITAS: Charter schools find conflict of interest issues a challenge Jun 8, 2008
"We think that charter schools are public schools and should be similarly situated under the law, particularly for the cases of conflict of interest," said Brian Rivas, senior legislative advocate for the organization. "We think the tighter restrictions are better for the schools and better for the taxpayer.". (North County Times)
Get ready for brutal Jun 6, 2008
I M WAITING FOR THE DAY THAT ALL MINORITIES UNDERSTAND THAT IN THE GRAND SCHEME OF THINGS, WE ARE ALL SIMILARLY SITUATED AND WANT THE SAME THINGS OUT OF LIFE. WHEN WILL WE DECIDE TO BAN TOGETHER TO KNOCK THE CURRENT POWER STRUCTURE ON ITS SIDE AND FOREVER CHANGE THE STATUS QUO.. I M NOT RACIST AND HAVE NOTHING AGAINST MOST WHITE MALES. ITS THOSE IGNORANT ONES THAT FEEL ENTITLED TO RULE THE WORLD THAT I HAVE A PROBLEM WITH.. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Chargers settle with ticket holder Jun 5, 2008
Christian originally sought a refund, plus interest, and class-action status on behalf of others similarly situated. The suit never achieved class-action status. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Minorities hit with higher fees, AG says Jun 4, 2008
"A clear pattern emerged of similarly situated black and Latino borrowers who were charged higher points and fees" for subprime loans, Attorney General Martha Coakley said. The suit demonstrates "a pretty widespread practice, not just in this company but in Massachusetts," she said. (Boston Globe)
Mass. Sues H&R Block Over Mortgages to Minorities Jun 4, 2008
It said the lender charged black and Latino borrowers, on average, several hundred dollars more in points and fees to close loans than similarly situated white borrowers, and that it targeted black and Latino consumers with marketing "that pushed the sale of predatory loan products.". "This price disparity is not explained by borrower credit scores or other risk-related characteristics," it said. (ABC News -- Wire)
BINGO!: Southern AIDS Commission debates whether City Council had the right to pass smoking ban and exempt casinos Jun 4, 2008
He went on to argue that the constitutional guarantee of equal protection under the law applies to similarly situated people or companies. If you look in the dictionary under similarly situated,' I think what you'll see is those two casinos sitting right next to each other, he said a definition, he implied, that would not extend to bingo parlors. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
3rd Circuit: Woman Cannot Be Fired for Having Abortion Jun 3, 2008
"The district court found that Doe could not point to any evidence from which a reasonable jury could find similarly situated CARS employees were treated differently regarding calling off work because they were sick. That finding is not supported," Nygaard wrote. Nygaard also found that Cohill erred in holding that Doe was unable to show any "discriminatory animus" toward her for having an abortion. (Law.com)
Suits against city redrawn Jun 3, 2008
Judge Barfield wrote in his order that to make an equal protection claim, the plaintiffs must be more specific than saying "similarly situated" and "other" individuals. Through its court documents, the city has denied any inappropriate dealings in awarding contracts for purchase of goods and services. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Bar adapts to smoking ban by adding beer garden Jun 1, 2008
Other taverns in the metro area are similarly situated, he said, but he knows of no other such bars or clubs in downtown Cedar Rapids. Creating a beer garden will require conditional use approval from City Hall, but it has cleared a key hurdle after the City Planning Commission recommended approval this week. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
The Boy Scouts' Free-Speech Fight Jun 1, 2008
"If there are other groups and organizations similarly situated, we will certainly get to the bottom of it and take the appropriate action," Nutter said, "but for the moment, we're talking about the Boy Scouts... the right thing to do for the Boy Scouts is to stop discriminating against homosexuals and atheists.". More from. (Time.com)
Playtex Sued Over Chemical's Use in Manufacture of Baby Bottles May 29, 2008
"This lack of consumer awareness is a direct result of the defendant Playtex's and other defendants' efforts to perpetuate a very lucrative revenue stream that would be interrupted and reduced if the general public and persons similarly situated to plaintiff were to learn the truth and seek safer alternatives," the lawsuit states. Copyright 2008 Associated Press. (Law.com)
Lawsuit seeks to seat Florida delegates May 25, 2008
The suit alleges that the committee failed to "treat equally all similarly situated states and Democratic voters" when it decided not to seat Florida delegates because the state moved up its primary date against party rules. The suit also claims the committee's actions violated "due process" because the sanctions against Florida "flow from a constitutionally inadequate process that implements DNC rules in an arbitrary manner.". (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Full Text of Mayor Richard Howards Budget presentation May 22, 2008
Therefore, for this fiscal year, because our real estate tax burden is low in comparison to all other similarly situated communities, I am recommending that we rely on additional revenue sources to balance revenue against expenditures before cutting services that are estimated to be at essential levels. However, planning should begin immediately to redefine what is essential in all sectors of service in anticipation of further shortfalls in outlying years beginning with Fiscal Year 2010. (Malden Observer, MA)
Gays, Guns and Guidelines May 21, 2008
By contrast, the California Supreme Court now is redefining that right to mean something it never has meant, treating two people of the same sex, as opposed to a man and a woman of different races, as "similarly situated" and therefore entitled to identical treatment in the name of equal protection. As a matter of policy, I favor an arrangement similar to the one mandated by the court, in which the government treats couples equally without regard to sexual orientation. (Townhall.com)
Supreme Court avoiding 5-4 decisions May 12, 2008
Supreme Court cases are important not just to those involved in the dispute before the court, but to other similarly situated parties and judges who look to the court for guidance. "In these key cases, they have not given lower courts, legislators or lawyers a clear sense of what is the rule of law to be followed and applied," said Erwin Chemerinsky, a Duke University law professor. (MSNBC -- Politics)
US shame over Madiba May 7, 2008
"Let us likewise be assured that we recognise that there are other groups that are similarly situated that we should take a look at," Jackson-Lee said without naming the groups. Mirroring the legislation sponsored by Congressman Berman, Senator John Kerry, a former Democratic presidential candidate, introduced similar legislation in the Senate, his office said. (iAfrica.com)
Stripped of their rights? May 4, 2008
What we have to do is treat similarly situated people the same, he said. Solutions. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Class action lawsuit filed against medical record copying service May 2, 2008
Kristin Miller, on behalf of herself and other similarly situated people, has filed a class action lawsuit against Smart Document Solutions in Phillips County Circuit Court under the Arkansas Deceptive Trade Practices Act (ADTPA). Smart Documents is a Georgia company that provides medical record copying services for healthcare providers. (Helena Daily World, AR)
Amazon.com chief Jeff Bezos bucks compensation trend Apr 19, 2008
In a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filing Friday, the company said its executive salaries are designed to be significantly less than those paid by similarly situated companies. . (Globe and Mail -- Business)
CPSB agreement places new behavior system in the spotlight Apr 17, 2008
The complaint claimed that these students, along with other similarly situated and treated emotionally disturbed students were subject to repeated disciplinary removals totaling more than ten school days. These removals included in-school suspension, out of school suspension, and undocumented, illegal removals from school called cool off removals. (Sulphur Southwest Daily News, LA)
St. Johns pastor dies suddenly Apr 16, 2008
Swampscott s oceanside setting reminded Chetwynde of his boyhood in the similarly situated South Shore town of Duxbury. It's the closest to the ocean he ever worked; most of his other churches were in central Massachusetts or out-of-state. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
Network-1 Reports 2007 Year-End Financial Results Apr 10, 2008
25% of the net sales (subject to adjustment beginning the second quarter of 2008 to a royalty rate consistent with other similarly situated licensees) of D-Link branded Power over Ethernet products, including those products which comply with the IEEE 802. 3af and 802. (PR Newswire)
Delegate Dispute Mar 24, 2008
Can their vote be counted for less (or nothing at all) than the votes of other similarly situated and qualified voters who happen to live in other states. Not clear. (Fox News)
Toreros men just one win away from Round of 16 Mar 23, 2008
They are similarly situated schools, separated by playing style. They want a higher-possession and fast-paced game, and they're very good at creating that, Grier said. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Treasurer's proposal would cut finder's fees Mar 18, 2008
Not everyone in Illinois is that similarly situated. . (The Pantagraph newspaper)
BPO rape case: Supreme Court puts onus on Som Mittal Feb 24, 2008
US pension funds sue Yahoo Two US pension funds have sued Yahoo Inc. and its board of directors, saying they breached their duties to shareholders in trying to thwart a takeover by Microsoft Corp. The lawsuit was filed in Delaware Chancery Court by lawyers representing Detroits police and fire retirement system and general retirement system, as well as ``all other similarly situated public shareholders. . (Economic Times)
Pension plans sue Yahoo for spurning Microsoft Feb 24, 2008
The lawsuit was filed in Delaware Chancery Court on Thursday by lawyers representing Detroit's police and fire retirement system and general retirement system, as well as "all other similarly situated public shareholders.". According to the lawsuit, Yahoo's board is pursuing "value-destructive" third-party deals in an effort to fight off Redmond, Wash. (USA Today -- Money)
Democrats health care plans differ Feb 23, 2008
She may not fully appreciate it, but her decision to go without , like millions of similarly situated Americans, has become central to the pre-eminent policy dispute of the Democratic presidential campaign. Ms. Coons, a 23-year-old waitress who rents a room and rarely eats out, said she could probably afford a high-deductible policy if she gave up her gym membership and spent less on her amateur photography. (MSNBC -- Race)
Boston sampler Feb 22, 2008
The suit was filed last week in Suffolk Superior Court on behalf of Michael Hayes of Brighton, a Fenway bartender last season, "and all others similarly situated.". The lawsuit is being handled by the firm of Pyle, Rome, Lichten, Ehrenberg & Liss-Riordan, which has brought a string of similar suits. (Boston Globe)
Military widows win right to sue for denied suvivor pay Feb 19, 2008
If the judge accepts the widows motion for summary judgment, as now seems likely, Franzinger said, my hope is that the government will allow that ruling to apply to other, similarly situated spouses of veterans. Tom Philpott, a syndicated columnist and freelance writer, has covered the military for more than 25 years as senior editor of Navy Times. (Petersburg Progress Index, VA)
Lawsuit challenges Save Our Homes portability Feb 16, 2008
Doug Lyons and William Owen had filed a suit in November against the three counties, plus the school boards, property appraisers and tax collectors of those counties, North Palm Beach, the Florida Department of Revenue and "similarly situated persons or entities." It alleges Save Our Homes -- which limits assessment increases to 3 percent a year on homesteaded property -- is unconstitutional because it treats homeowners differently and violates provisions of the U.S. Constitution granting the... (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
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Creekside attorneys argue that the project is exempt from the codified plan because it is overbroad and vague and the county has treated the developer egregiously differently than other similarly situated applicants. The lawsuit states that Creekside revised its permit applications five times after meeting multiple times with county planners and community members from January 2006 to March 2007. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Summary Notice of Pendency and Settlement of Class Action Announced by The Rosen Law Firm PA Feb 8, 2008
UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE EASTERN DISTRICT OF NORTH CAROLINA EASTERN DIVISION CASE NO. 4:05-CV-00152-F(3) ----------------------------------------------------------- RUSSELL TODD HUTTENSTINE, RONALD A. SCHINDELER, ROBERT G. COLE, JAMIE SLAUGHTERBECK, THOMAS FORTANIER, and WILLIAM SCHUTTER, on behalf to themselves and all other similarly situated, Plaintiffs, v. CLASS ACTION DENNIS MAST, GEORGE A. MOORE, SHANE TRAVELLER, ROSS W. SMITH, HYDROFLO, INC., and METALS AND ARSENIC REMOVAL... (Primezone Releases)
Get a Handle on Your Money -- Free! Feb 5, 2008
You can compare your spending to other similarly situated users and find out that other 28-year-old computer programmers spend all their money at Target and McDonald's, too. Mint: With angel investors that include former Intuit (Nasdaq: INTU) and Yahoo. (MSNBC -- Business)
Form meets function Feb 2, 2008
Perry Ellis was similarly situated at the intersection of luxury and functionality. Creative director John Crocco's autumn and winter ensembles gave a hunter-inspired twist to forest and berry colors played off textured neutrals of gray and black. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
New divide: Women split on Clinton, Obama by age Feb 2, 2008
She notes that Obama is a viable candidate for president even though his elective experience prior to joining the Senate consisted of eight years in the Illinois legislature, and doubts that a similarly situated woman would have the same shot. The New York state chapter of the National Organization for Women put it even more bluntly, calling it a "betrayal" that Sen. (AZCentral -- News)
4 comments Jan 31, 2008
In fairness -- a fairness that liberals never extend to similarly situated Republicans -- Hillary might not have intended for her MLK allusion and Robert Johnson's reference to Obama's drug use to have subtle racial undertones. And because of the double standard that gives a pass to liberals for such insensitivity, Hillary likely wouldn't have to worry about this matter any further except for one stubborn fact. (Human Events Online)
Lobbyists find more ways to bond with lawmakers Jan 31, 2008
"We've looked at other similarly situated properties in the Capitol Hill area, and we've made the determination with outside counsel" that the company is charging "a fair cost," Berkley said. Shoaf said the contractors open their facilities to non-political groups, and therefore come under an FEC exemption that allows "community rooms" to be used for fundraisers for a nominal fee. (USA Today)
Letters to the Editor (Jan. 22) Jan 24, 2008
JDR wrote on Jan 23, 2008 11:08 AM:" There's no hypocricy BigMike, your points are simply wrong. There was road kill before I learned to drive, but a dent in my fender and a carcase in the ditch still add up me hitting the deer. Your logic is just nuts, nobody needs to explain why past climate cycles happened to prove that their evidence regarding today's warming is valid. I've pointed this out to you before, but you don't seem to notice. Bali, may seem remote to you, but to the bulk of the... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Public Information Notice: IMF Executive Board Modifies HIPC Initiative Jan 18, 2008
In adopting the proposed decision, they considered that modification of the Fund's existing rules and policies would avert delays in the delivery of debt relief to Liberia, as well as similarly situated members, for whom, due to factors beyond their control, adequate financing assurances may not be in place to qualify for other instruments that may be used to build a track record toward the HIPC decision point. The amendment is aimed at giving these countries credit, in appropriate... (IMF News)
Summary Notice of Pendency of Proposed Class Action and Its Settlement Announced by Murray, Frank & Sailer LLP Jan 16, 2008
UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT - SOUTHERN DISTRICT OF FLORIDA FORT LAUDERDALE DIVISION Case No. 05-61640 CIV-DIMITROULEAS JERRY LOWRY, on behalf of himself and all others similarly situated, Plaintiff, v. ANDRX CORPORATION, and THOMAS P RICE, Defendants. ADVERTISEMENT. (Primezone Releases)
Report: Airport director spread thin Jan 13, 2008
There has not been a review of the hangar rental agreements for years and it is not known how comparable the rental rates are with hangars at similarly situated airports. Finances. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Globes craziness intensifies Jan 7, 2008
accused the WGA of favoritism, saying in a statement Friday, "It is apparent that we are being treated differently from similarly situated production companies.". The Globes have been telecast annually since 1980 and have been on NBC since 1996. (Variety)
Actors Won't Circle the Globes Jan 5, 2008
"We are disappointed that the WGA has refused to bargain with us in good faith. It is apparent that we are being treated differently from similarly situated production companies," the Globes producer lashed out Friday in a statement. In a joint letter to NBC Universal chief executive Jeff Zucker, a group of top public relations firms reiterated their clients' appreciation for the Hollywood Foreign Press and how they "would love the opportunity to be recognized for their work," but said that the... (E! Online)
Actors likely won’t cross picket lines for Golden Globe Awards, union says Jan 5, 2008
It is apparent that we are being treated differently from similarly situated production companies, the Clark company said. An e-mail request for guild comment was not immediately answered. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Entry-level jobs are not available Jan 3, 2008
Workers are no longer exposed to business owners, but to similarly situated supervisors who also are disconnected from the actual business. There is no real training. (Florida Times-Union)
Believing in the future Jan 2, 2008
But that's what makes many observers of urban renewal think success in Fitchburg could become a model for similarly situated towns in Massachusetts and across the country. "I admire her creativity; I don't envy her job," said Robert Forrant, a professor in the Department of Regional Economic and Social Development at the University of Massachusetts at Lowell who has studied and written extensively about urban revitalization in small cities across New England. (Boston Globe)
Rape Victim's Efforts Spark Action Jan 1, 2008
He says, "We're now taking steps not just to identify Leon Prince, but to identify anyone else who may be similarly situated.". King doesn't know how many people that could be, but he credits Allison for finding a weakness in the system. (WSJA.com, AL)
EvergreenBancorp Reports Impact of Visa Litigation Jan 1, 2008
As a result of recent guidance from the Securities and Exchange Commission accounting staff, EvergreenBancorp and other similarly situated banks are required to recognize the fair value of a contingent obligation for the potential losses arising from this litigation. EvergreenBancorp will record a charge for its proportionate share of Visa's settlement with American Express and Discover Financial Services. (Primezone Releases)
An endorsement from the wilderness Dec 31, 2007
Why shouldn't that college student get the same in-state tuition break that goes to other similarly situated students who happen to be U.S. citizens. Oh yes, because she and her family are illegal immigrants something that didn't seem important to the tax collector for most of her life. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Opinion)
Georgia NAACP Files Mortgage Lawsuit Dec 29, 2007
" According to the Center for Responsible Lending, Blacks in Atlanta of all income groups were much more likely than whites to take out high interest "sub-prime" mortgages when buying a home, making them more vulnerable in the ongoing mortgage meltdown. The president's plan is "a case of too little, too late," said NAACP Executive Director Dr. Francys Johnson. "Predatory mortgage lending may be the worst form of consumer fraud because people often lose their homes," he said. The NAACP will soon... (Atlanta Daily World, GA)
Federal appeals court upholds state escape law Dec 28, 2007
Echols has not shown that Missouri treated him differently than it would another similarly situated defendant, the court said in its ruling. Before commenting read the News Tribune Forum's Thanks. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Salary secrets at Executives' Club Dec 23, 2007
"Excess is something more than a similarly situated organization would pay in similar situations," says Marcus Owens, director of the Exempt Organizations Division of the IRS from 1990 to 2000 and now a partner in the Washington, D.C., law firm Caplin ale. The club's current chairman, Richard Vie, says the club's management contract has never been put up for bid. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Menomonie man files discrimination suit against ConAgra Dec 13, 2007
According to the complaint, since the acts alleged in the complaint were carried out maliciously or with reckless disregard for the plaintiff s fundamental rights, Jones also is seeking punitive damages to deter them and others similarly situated from similar wrongful acts in the future. Jones is not asking for a specific amount of compensation, but rather, is seeking damages in an amount deemed just by the court. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Suit accuses Maricopa County Sheriff's Office of racial-profiling Dec 13, 2007
Although only 1 plaintiff is identified, the lawsuit is a class-action suit filed on behalf of all others similarly situated. Arpaio calls the lawsuit frivolous and says it's an attempt to intimidate him before his office begins enforcing the employer-sanctions law on January 1st. (KOLD.com, AZ)
Migrant worker files civil suit against Sheriff Arpaio Dec 13, 2007
Although only one plaintiff is identified, the lawsuit is a class-action suit filed on behalf of "all others similarly situated.". Arpaio on Wednesday called the lawsuit "frivolous" and said it is an attempt to intimidate him before his office begins enforcing the employer-sanctions law on Jan. 1. (AZCentral -- News)
Wega Mining Reaches Agreement on Employment Arrangements Dec 10, 2007
Under this New Employment Agreement, the total compensation paid to Mr. Ellison for his services will be commensurate with market compensation of similarly situated and experienced employees in the mining industry ... As described in the Circular, under their New Employment Agreements, Dr. Turner and Mr. McNee will each be entitled to participate in Wega Mining's stock option plan and will each initially be granted options (with an exercise price equal to the market price thereof at the time of... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
More of this story Dec 5, 2007
in that similarly situated white officers committed more serious and even criminal offenses but were not subject to termination and was (sic) afforded the progressive step discipline policy, whereas the plaintiff was not, the complaint said. It is unclear whether Lambert was on probation, as all new hires are, at the time of his firing. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
ICE Agent Unfairly Targeted Dec 5, 2007
Voorhis attorneys have filed a the charges against him arguing selective prosecution, namely that the Government has singled Voorhis out for investigation and prosecution from similarly situated persons it has chosen not to investigate or charge, in order to prevent or punish Voorhis s exercise of his First Amendment rights, and derivative statutory and political rights. Federal investigators have not formally interviewed the Texas investigator and did not interview Denver DA employees who also... (Human Events Online)
Supreme Court Argument Report: Justices Consider 'Me, Too' Discrimination Dec 4, 2007
The district court granted Sprint's motion to exclude the testimony of five other Sprint employees, finding that only the testimony of those "similarly situated" would be relevant to Mendelsohn's case. The court defined that category as employees who were laid off by the same supervisor during the same time period. (Law.com)
Minnesota couple brings class-action suit against Bank of America Dec 3, 2007
The suit was filed by a couple, Kieran and Maxine Hughes, on behalf of all Minnesotans similarly situated who have gotten Bank of America mortgages in the past six years. The Hughes refinanced their home in 2003 and paid a $372 loan discount fee at closing, but they paid an interest rate higher than the par rate for which they qualified, the complaint said. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
State gives District 30 funds to cut class sizes Nov 30, 2007
"We took a look at student characteristics and identified schools that have been underfunded relative to similarly situated schools," she said. Contracts for Excellence are designed to improve school and student performance by linking new investments to proven practices and programs. (Forest Hills Ledger, NY)
Ethics panel pursues charge thatmayor pushed BPL to hire cronies Nov 28, 2007
If true, that kind of pressure could be deemed by the State Ethics Commission to be in violation of Massachusetts' conflict of interest law, which prohibits public officials from using their positions to secure "unwarranted privileges" for themselves or others that are "not properly available to similarly situated individuals," according to commission guidelines. Public of ficials can be fined up to $2,000 per offense. (Boston Globe)
Supreme Court Takes On 'Me, Too' Age Bias Nov 22, 2007
Before trial, the district court approved a motion by Sprint to exclude any evidence or reference to allegations of discrimination against Sprint employees if they were not similarly situated -- had the same supervisor -- as Mendelsohn. Before the close of her evidence, Mendelsohn made an offer of proof: depositions by five Sprint employees who worked at the same location, were terminated in the RIF but by different supervisors, and claimed age discrimination. (Law.com)
