Breadcrumb Trail LinksNews CanadaAs the culture wars seep into various institutions, law societies have hardly been immunePublished May 01, 2023 • Last updated 15 hours ago • 4 minute readToronto’s Osgoode Hall, home of the Law Society of Ontario. Photo by Stan Behal/Postmedia/FileArticle content In the fight for control of the Law Society of Ontario, a slate of progressive candidates held the line against a group positioning themselves as the “anti-woke” alternative in board elections.Advertisements 2This advertisement has not been loaded yet, but your article continues below.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS Enjoy the latest local, national and international news.…

Bam Margera’s attorney refuted reports that the “Jackass” personality is near death ahead of his next court hearing as he faces criminal assault and harassment charges. “He seems to be in good health and good spirits preparing for his defense in this case,” Margera’s attorney Michael van der Veen told The Times, including that he spoke to the former professional skateboarder as recently as Monday morning. The health update conflicts with comments from Margera’s older brother, Jesse Margera, 44, who shared on his private Instagram account that Bam “is dying and there is nothing I can do about it,” according to numerous outlets including the Daily Mail.…

NEW YORK, April 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Gross Law Firm issues the following notice to shareholders of Amgen Inc. Shareholders who purchased shares of AMGN during the class listed period are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointments. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery. CONTACT US HERE:Amgen Inc. Loss Submission FormPERIOD CLASS: This lawsuit is on behalf of all persons who purchased or otherwise acquired Amgen common stock between July 29, 2020 and April 27, 2022, inclusive. ALLEGATIONS: The complaint alleges that during the class period, Defendants issued materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (a) the US government claimed Amgen owed more than $3 billion in back taxes for tax years 2010, 2011, and 2012; (b) the US government claimed Amgen owed more than $5 billion in back taxes for tax years 2013, 2014, and 2015; (c) the US government would likely claim Amgen owed materially more to the US government than investors had been led to believe for subsequent tax years for which the Company had used the same profit allocation treatment between its US and Puerto Rico operations; (d) Amgen had not taken sufficient accruals to account for its outstanding tax liabilities; (e) Amgen had failed to comply with Accounting Standards Codification Topic 450 and other rules and regulations regarding the preparation of its periodic filings with the US Securities and Exchange Commission; and (f) Amgen’s refusal to pay taxes claimed by the US government exposed the Company to a substantial risk of severe financial penalties imposed by the Internal Revenue Service.…

The lawsuit accuses Michael Cohen of breaking a confidentiality agreement and ‘spreading falsehoods’ about the former president.Donald Trump has sued his ex-lawyer Michael Cohen, seeking at least $500m in damages, as the former US president steps up attacks on his one-time loyal “fixer” after Cohen tested before the Manhattan grand jury that indicted Trump. The lawsuit accused Cohen of breaking a confidentiality agreement he signed as a condition of his employment, violating ethical standards for lawyers and “spreading falsehoods” about Trump “with malicious intent and to wholly self-serving ends”. The suit, filed in Miami on Wednesday, offered a preview of arguments that are sure to be featured in Trump’s defense against charges that he falsified internal business records to disguise payments made during the 2016 presidential campaign to silence claims of extramarital sexual encounters.…

Being charged with Aggravated Unlicensed Operation (AUO) in New York is a serious offense. AUO means you were caught driving with a suspended or revoked license. The penalties can be harsh, even for a first offense. If you are facing this charge, it is crucial to understand its meaning and the steps you can take to defend against it.Understanding the ChargeIn New York, AUO is divided into three levels:Third Degree: Driving with a suspended or revoked license. This is a misdemeanor.Second Degree: Driving with multiple suspensions or with a suspension for serious reasons, like refusing a breath test.…

A Ruling and Order issued on April 28, 2023 by the US District Court for the District of Connecticut in United States v. Patel, et al. ran the government’s losing streak to four failed trials seeking to criminally prosecute alleged wage-fixing and no-poach agreements. To review, in 2016 the Department of Justice (“DOJ”) and the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) issued Antitrust Guidance for Human Resources Professionals that warned of potential criminal prosecutions for so-called “naked” no-poach agreements, ie , agreements among competing businesses to restrict hiring or compensation of employees, untethered to any legitimate collaborative relationship.Since 2020, the DOJ has taken four such criminal cases to trial, without success.…

Extending China waivers for Korean firms, as the US has carried out, only undermines its personal business policy. The slowdown in China’s asset-backed securities is raising fears of a repeat of 2008, when the opaque products triggered a domino effect. China’s potential bother may begin in its beleaguered property sector. For More Information You can visit: Business Blog News The biotech industry says the following government must give the sector some urgent attention with a focus on regulatory reform to make up for misplaced floor. A South Island tourism operator is about to safe a Queenstown cruise boat enterprise from a competitor that received nearly $7 million dollars of government support in the course of the pandemic.…

A Parksville couple is warning the public about a former tenant who they say is illegally selling law services. The Willards say they’re out thousands of dollars in rent and are concerned for those who may think Daniel Lozinik is running a legitimate business. “$12,000, so we are four months behind in rent,” said Marcus Willard. The couple leased out their Parksville home for six months to Lozinik, who convinced the pair that signing a lease agreement wasn’t necessary. “He’s like, ‘I won’t sign this agreement,’” recalled Willard. “He showed us his angelic law website, and he showed us why he didn’t sign these types of agreements, and, somehow, he convinced us because he said, ‘What I’ll do is give you $3,000 right now.’”…