2 plead guilty to human organ trading in first such case here Jun 28, 2008
Under the Human Organ Transplant Act, it's a criminal offence to enter into a contract or arrangement under which a person agrees to the sale or supply of any organ or blood for valuable consideration. Those convicted can be jailed for up to 12 months, or fined 10,000 Singapore dollars or both. (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
Docs push for cash-for-organ studies Jun 26, 2008
Thats the 1984 federal law that prohibits payment or any kind of valuable consideration for organ donation. This month, the AMA voted to move forward with plans to amend the law to allow pilot studies to settle the incentive issue. (MSNBC -- Health)
Reform groups want FCC to take on product placement epidemic Jun 23, 2008
Markey and Waxman cited Section 317 of the Communications Act, the "payola" clause, which requires broadcasters to tell listeners and viewers if the license aired something "in exchange for money, services or other valuable consideration." And you've got to wonder about the financial arrangements behind two installments of "Everybody Loves Raymond" in which Oreo cookies figured prominently in the plot ... Valuable considerations ... In the case of Comcast, which the last year for running "news... (Ars Technica)
Brownstone Increases Piceance/Uinta Interests Jun 18, 2008
4 million, and other valuable consideration, including the acquisition by Retamco of Dejour's interests in the North Barcus Creek acreage and wells and a cash payment by Dejour. The North Barcus Creek wells were drilled on joint acreage by Retamco at the end of 2007 and are awaiting production tie-in. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Ghanaian Minister is British Citizen? Jun 17, 2008
Article 15 of the guidelines prohibits camping; An aspiring candidate must under no circumstances consciously seek to influence Party Officials or members by the offer of the gift of money or other valuable consideration, which are calculated to undermine the democratic credentials of the Party; 16 Aspiring candidates, Party Executives, delegates or their agents are prohibited from camping i.e. depriving other contestants access to delegates so camped. One of the highlights of the suit... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
BC councillor's sons also charged with murder Jun 4, 2008
However, on Nov. 16, Ken Sr. sold his half to Vezina for "$1 and other good and valuable consideration," records show. Meanwhile, the man the Brotherstons are accused of killing had a long criminal history of drug, assault and weapons offences, and had been released from jail days before his death. (Canada.com)
Price isn't set until contract is signed Apr 8, 2008
The seller and purchaser must have a meeting of the minds on the material terms of the transaction, and some valuable consideration (earnest money) must be exchanged to make the agreement binding. Any real estate agreement must also be in writing, as Georgia law requires. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Vote buying is a crime Dec 20, 2007
Section 240 of the code states that "A ... voter is guilty of corruption in respect of ... his vote, if he directly or indirectly agrees or offers his conduct as such voter to be influenced by the gift, promise, or prospect of any valuable consideration to be received by such ... voter ... from any person whomsoever." ... A person is guilty of corrupting a voter in respect of his vote, if he endeavours directly or indirectly to influence the conduct of such voter in respect of... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
An Open Letter To NPP Executive Council Dec 20, 2007
CoE item 12 Aspirants must under no circumstances consciously seek to influence party officials or members by the offer or gift of money or other valuable consideration, which are calculated to undermine the democratic credentials of the party. Violations: (i) An extract from Ghanaweb titled. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Letters to the Editor: Oct. 15 Oct 15, 2007
1) a valuable CONSIDERATION, mutually risked in the hope of 2) winning a significant PRIZE, which is awarded 3) not primarily for skill or ability but largely by the caprice of CHANCE.. The CONSIDERATION is what one voluntarily risks. (Pensacola News Journal)
FCC Urges Fine for Comcast Sep 26, 2007
The bureau contends, however, that the rules apply to a cable system "when a cable television system operator engages in origination cablecasting, it must identify the sponsor of a material whenever that operator accepts money, service or other valuable consideration to air that material.". Comcast objects, saying that transmitting the portions of the VNR for a homeopathic sleeping aid as part of a newscast on CN8 did not violate the rules. (MediaWeek.com)
Clear Channel, critics face off in battle over payola allegations Jul 26, 2007
According to the FCC, the consent decrees resolved allegations that the broadcasters in question may have accepted cash or other valuable consideration from record labels in exchange for providing airplay to artists signed to those labels. In addition, the FCC says Clear Channel and the other three companies agreed to implement certain "business reforms and compliance measures.". (MSNBC -- Business)
10,000 pages, three arrests, no charges Jul 21, 2007
Bringing a prosecution under this act was always going to be difficult because it requires an explicit agreement to pay money or some other "valuable consideration", such as a loan, in return for an honour. Most donors would have been aware that a big enough donation or loan meant they had a good chance of being put forward for an honour. (Guardian Unlimited)
The Queensland 2006 rich list Jul 20, 2007
Talbot faces 35 charges of corruptly gaining a valuable consideration after it was revealed he made loans of about $300,000 to former Queensland Government minister Gordon Nuttall. Earlier this year the Talbot Group and Chinese company CITIC took an interest in a small uranium firm called Southern Uranium. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Letterman Stupid Pet & Human Tricks Casting Call Jun 6, 2007
In consideration of WPI's agreement to hold the Audition for me and my possible selection for the Performance, and for other good and valuable consideration, the receipt, adequacy and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, I hereby. 1. (CBS2Chicago.com, IL)
Brandywine buys tower in Oakland May 21, 2007
has acquired Lake Merritt Tower, 155 Grand Ave. in Oakland, for $10 and other "valuable consideration," according to Alameda County property records. The 200,000-square-foot building was part of a $753 million property portfolio acquired by when Brandywine merged with in 2005. (East Bay Business Times, CA)
'Kidney swaps' between strangers offer new life May 17, 2007
The door for more kidney exchanges opened wider in March, when the U.S. Justice Department said kidney swaps were legal and an exchanged kidney did not equate to acquiring an organ in exchange for "valuable consideration," such as money, which is illegal. In the past year, Stegall said the UNOS kidney committee has worked on a proposal that would create a national list of paired donors and recipients. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Divorcees may have assets taken to fund an ex-spouses debts May 13, 2007
Thousands of divorcees risk seeing their assets plundered to meet their former spouses debts after a landmark ruling that they are no longer protected from his or her creditors when they split. A High Court ruling released yesterday has closed the loophole protection that spouses enjoy over their share of assets ordered on divorce. (Times Online)
Kidney transplants May 9, 2007
To prohibit buying and selling organs, U.S. law says no "valuable consideration" can be given in exchange for an organ. The question in this case was whether giving one kidney for another violated that rule. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
COLUMN: Despite Bush's claims, U.S. military in Iraq not voluntary Apr 12, 2007
According to the 2006 Random House unabridged dictionary, "voluntary" means to act without compulsion or obligation; it can also be an agreement that is "made without valuable consideration." Neither of these definitions are applicable to America's military. The first definition doesn't apply because under the U.S. Army's "back-door draft," 50,000 soldiers have been forced to continue serving even after their contracts have ended. (U-Wire.com)
Frivolous Litigation: How Coke 'Punk'd' Its Lawyers Mar 24, 2007
"Although it does say for good and valuable consideration. I'm still waiting for what that is.". Says Dudukovich: "Fame and glory. Those constitute valid consideration under Georgia law.". (Law.com)
Wanna Cut Your Jail Time? Donate A Kidney! Mar 9, 2007
Federal law makes it illegal to give organ donors "valuable consideration." Lawmakers want to know whether the term could apply to time off of prison sentences. "We want to make this work, we really do," said Sen. (CBS News)
Inmates may trade organ for early out Mar 9, 2007
Under current law, it is illegal to exchange an organ for "valuable consideration." Lawmakers are attempting to determine whether a reduced sentence constitutes a consideration. "Getting out of prison early is more valuable than money," Gostin said. (Los Angeles Times)
his lack of MVP hardware Mar 3, 2007
Valuable consideration. This may be Dirk's year to unseat buddy Nash as MVP. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Insurers back incentives for participating in wellness efforts Feb 9, 2007
They concluded the gift baskets ran afoul of Maryland's insurance code, which prohibits insurers from discriminating in premiums or benefits and from giving rebates or "any valuable consideration" that could be viewed as an inducement to enroll. So, Casey, as CareFirst's lobbyist, and Dr. Richard Safeer, CareFirst's medical director for preventive medicine, went before the House Health and Government Operations Committee in Annapolis yesterday, trying to persuade lawmakers to amend the law,... (Sunspot.net -- Business)
Writer has questions Jan 10, 2007
" ... A valuable consideration in lawful money or else a promise to 'pay' in fiat Federal Reserve currency or other goods and services? (See Congressional Record, June 5, 1933, H.J.R. 192) Was the work begun or completed? If completed, was there cause for a tort action?These questions to determine the facts of the case. Aside from these questions there is the matter of a building permit from the municipality or county. Was one issued? Then, where do we stand, given a building permit, which would... (Benson San Pedro Valley News Sun, AZ)
Safe Routes to School: Commissioners support Otterville's effort to improve sidewalks - $2.6 million available through MoDOT grant program Jan 7, 2007
In The Cooper County Commissioner's meeting on Jan. 4, the commissioners approved 2007 ownership of county property held in inventory by the Cooper County Public Health Department, that those items should be transfered to the Cooper County Public Health Center and its Board of Trustees, ithout payment of money or other valuable consideration. In other business, the Commissioners passed a measure to endorse a request made by the Otterville School District and the City of Otterville to support... (Boonville Daily News, MO)
Stop 'heartless assault' on sufferers of Parkinson's Dec 10, 2006
(4) No person may, for valuable consideration, purchase or sell human blastocysts or eggs for stem cell research or stem cell therapies and cures. "". (Sioux City Journal)
ELCON's Complaint Dismissed: No Civil Rights for Inventors Nov 22, 2006
"In addition, federal law makes the inventor the original owner of a patent, and the rights to the patent are thereafter assigned to the company in exchange for valuable consideration. Yet, Conexant and Rockwell failed to provide valuable consideration for these patents, managing to avoid liability with a contractual artifact. This should not be allowed to happen under the court's watch," continued Dr. Sacca. "If the inventor is up in court against two multi-billion dollar companies, it is... (PR Newswire)
Chafee unlikely to bow out of GOP Nov 13, 2006
Joseph Lieberman the wrong way, Lieberman, who was elected as an independent after losing the Democratic primary, could take a seat in the Republican caucus in exchange for an important committee chairmanship or some other valuable consideration, handing the Senate majority back to the GOP.. You can almost hear the murmuring in the Democratic cloakroom as the Senate returns for a lame duck session this week: "Remember, everybody be nice to Joe. Nobody mention the primary.". (Woonsocket Call, RI)
McCaskill upsets Talent in tight Senate battle Nov 8, 2006
It also bans buying and selling stem cells for "valuable consideration.". Stem cells have the ability to cure many injuries and diseases including diabetes, Parkinson's and cancer. (Washington University Student Life, MO)
Cagle: Holocaust cartoon contest Nov 8, 2006
By submitting your material, for good and valuable consideration, the sufficiency and receipt of which you hereby acknowledge, you hereby grant to CNN and its affiliates a non-exclusive, perpetual, worldwide license to edit, telecast, rerun, reproduce, use, syndicate, license, print, sublicense, distribute and otherwise exhibit the materials you submit, or any portion thereof, as incorporated in any of their programming or the promotion thereof, in any manner and in any medium or forum, whether... (MSNBC -- TV)
Amendment 2 faces heated controversy Nov 7, 2006
The amendment states, No person may, for valuable consideration, purchase or sell human blastocysts or eggs for stem cell research or stem cell therapies and cures ... In the definitions, valuable consideration is defined as financial gain or advantage. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
A FEDERAL ORGAN GRAB Nov 2, 2006
This 1984 law makes it a crime "to knowingly acquire, receive or otherwise transfer any human organ for valuable consideration for use in human transplantation.". In banning the sale of organs, Congress was reacting to abuses involved in black-market organ sales in developing countries. (New York Post -- Opinions)
Howard questioned in honours inquiry Oct 24, 2006
The Honours (Prevention of Abuses) Act makes it a crime to reward with "title of honour" anyone who has given "any gift, money or valuable consideration". The act was introduced after prime minister David Lloyd George was caught selling peerages and other honours in the 1920s. (Guardian Unlimited)
Ask Realty Times Sep 29, 2006
As to Texas, "referring a prospective buyer, seller, landlord, or tenant to another person in connection with a proposed real estate transaction," the Texas Real Estate Commission, "is an act requiring the person making the referral to be licensed if the referral is made with the expectation of receiving valuable consideration. For the purposes of this section, the term "valuable consideration" includes but is not limited to money, gifts of merchandise having a retail value greater than $50,... (RealtyTimes)
Farm Bureau freebies halted Sep 27, 2006
"We've told Farm Bureau that they couldn't offer free membership and that we consider it valuable consideration," Voss said. "It's not part of the contract and therefore they couldn't offer it as a freebie anymore. You can't give it away if it's not part of the contract.". (The Hawk Eye)
Opponents of stem cell amendment start ad campaign Sep 21, 2006
The amendment stipulates that no person may, for valuable consideration, purchase or sell human blastocysts or eggs for stem cell research or stem cell therapies and cures. Valuable consideration is further defined as financial gain or advantage, but does not include reimbursement for reasonable costs incurred in connection with the removal, processing, disposal, preservation, quality control, storage, transfer or donation of human eggs. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
The $34,000 Pyramid Sep 20, 2006
Minnesota law now makes illegal any "plan or operation in which a participant gives valuable consideration for the opportunity to receive compensation based primarily from introducing one or more persons into the plan or operation.". "We thought we were fine because we were just exchanging gifts through the mail," says Gloria. (City Pages)
County gives ropes course to LJ fire department Aug 30, 2006
The rural fire department paid the county 10 and ther good and valuable consideration for the property. County Administrator Donna Rohde presented the commissioners with a ten page contract from Bondi and Company to engage them for the 2006 audit. (La Junta Tribune Democrat, CO)
I-Reporter tool kit Aug 16, 2006
CNN.com - I-Report Toolkit. I-REPORT TOOLKITNeed help sending your I-Report. (CNN)
Casting a ballot could one day mean big money in Arizona Aug 5, 2006
Federal law makes it a crime punishable by a fine and imprisonment for up to two years to make, offer or receive "an expenditure to any person, either to vote or withhold his vote." An Arizona law makes it a misdemeanor to "treat, give, pay, loan, contribute, offer or promise money or other valuable consideration" to induce a voter to go to the polls. Several attorneys said the state law would probably not be a problem because the voter reward law effectively would provide an exemption for the... (North County Times)
Commentary: Insider Trading May 21, 2006
The Justice Department works to prohibit the transfer of any human organ for valuable consideration ... Legislation pending in the Senate would exclude paired donation from being regarded as valuable consideration. (Forbes)
Loans-for-lordships scandal deepens as police investigate Mar 22, 2006
Under the little-used act, anyone found guilty of accepting "any gift, money or valuable consideration as an inducement or reward for procuring or assisting or endeavouring to procure the grant of a dignity or title of honour" could face imprisonment for up to two years or an unlimited fine ... What the law says Under the Honours (Prevention of Abuses) Act 1925 section one, a person who accepts, obtains, gives or offers gifts or other valuable consideration, or who agrees to do so, as an... (Guardian Unlimited)
