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Manhattan Institute probes lobbying efforts of lawyers
2/11/2010 8:27 AM By John O'Brien

NEW YORK (Legal Newsline) - The Manhattan Institute's latest edition in its "Trial Lawyers, Inc.," series explores the effect the plaintiffs bar has on lawmakers at the state level and in Washington, D.C.

Regulators pounce on Dodd's consumer protection plan
3/16/2010 2:30 PM By Chris Rizo
WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline)-The recent Senate proposal that would create a consumer financial protection agency under the umbrella of the Federal Reserve drew fierce criticism Tuesday from the leader of the nation's securities regulators.

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Texas Times: NASA Is All Around Us
2/23/2010 2:00 PM By U.S. Sen. John Cornyn
There are many unique things with which Texans identify ourselves, but human space exploration is perhaps one of the most distinct.

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Peirce

Briefs accepted in asbestos lawsuit fraud appeal
2/11/2010 8:22 AM By John O'Brien
WHEELING, W.Va. (Legal Newsline) - Despite an asbestos firm's wishes, a federal appellate court will allow several groups to file amicus briefs in a lawsuit against it.

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Barack Obama

Obama vows to move ahead with health care reform
2/8/2010 11:20 AM By Chris Rizo
WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline)-U.S. President Barack Obama on Saturday vowed to continue pressing for an overhaul of the nation's health care system, despite recent political setbacks.

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McDonnell

McDonnell delivers GOP response to Obama
1/28/2010 8:57 AM By John O'Brien
RICHMOND (Legal Newsline) - In response to President Barack Obama's State of the Union address Wednesday night, former Virginia Attorney General Bob McDonnell told the country that eliminating meritless lawsuits should be a key part of health care reform.

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Barack Obama (D)

State of the Union: Obama calls for jobs, tax cuts and health care reform
1/27/2010 9:44 PM By Chris Rizo
WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline) - U.S. President Barack Obama on Wednesday outlined an ambitious agenda, vowing to reign in government spending, impose restrictions on Wall Street and continue seeking an overhaul of the nation's health care system despite political obstacles.

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Hillary Clinton

Justice Kennedy: Law that banned 'Hillary' could have banned newspapers and books
1/27/2010 4:52 PM By
WASHINGTON - Politicians who tried to discourage distribution of the movie, "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington," could have simply banned it under campaign finance laws the U.S. Supreme Court rejected on Jan. 21, according to Justice Anthony Kennedy.

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Peirce

Groups line up to support CSX asbestos appeal
1/27/2010 4:49 PM By John O'Brien
RICHMOND (Legal Newsline) - CSX Transportation's appeal in a case alleging a Pittsburgh law firm conspired with a radiologist to fabricate an asbestos exposure claim is drawing attention from tort reform groups and asbestos expert witnesses.

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Murname

Democrats could have tough electoral road ahead
1/20/2010 11:26 AM By Chris Rizo
WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline)-In an epic political upset Tuesday night, a Republican won the U.S. Senate seat formerly held by liberal icon Ted Kennedy of Massachusetts - something that political observers told Legal Newsline could signal danger for Democrats nationally.

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Donoghue

IP for Your Business: Copyright Infringements -The Unseen Danger
1/20/2010 10:00 AM
You likely spend significant resources making sure you do not infringe your competitors' patents, trademarks and copyrights. No legitimate business would intentionally copy its competitor's manuals, or confidential business plans.

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