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Double Eagle Gold Coins
On Monday, a federal appeals court held that 10 "double eagle" 1933 $20 gold pieces, estimated to be worth several million dollars each, belong to the U.S. government, not the Pennsylvania family that possessed it for decades, the Langbord family.
On the Road
California courts and regulatory agencies are working on major changes to California’s $28 billion transportation sector as self-driving vehicles share the road with Uber and Lyft.
Texas County Sues Volkswagen for $100M
A county has filed a complaint against Volkswagen seeking damages from alleged violations of local vehicle emissions laws.
Happy Birthday to You
A copyright filed by the Summy Co. in 1935 granted the rights to specific piano arrangements of the music only, not the actual song.
28-years for Former Head of Peanut Corporation of America
federal jury convicted Parnell on 71 criminal counts that included conspiracy, obstruction of justice and introduction of adulterated food.
Federal Judge Vacates Brady’s Suspension
A federal judge vacates Tom Brady's four-game suspension over his role in "deflate-gate."
Warrant Clause Permits Collection of Officers' DNA Evidence
The Warrant Clause permits collection of DNA Evidence by Mouth Swap to Exclude Officers as Contributors of DNA at a Crime Scene.
New Olive Oil Labeling Laws
�If olive oil uses �California� on the label, then 100 percent of the oil must be from olives grown in California. There must be truth in labeling,� Wolk said.
Center for Medical Progress Restrained from Releasing More Videos
Zucker, Goldberg & Ackerman LLC (ZGA) seeks Chapter 11
According to court papers, Zucker, Goldberg & Ackerman LLC (ZGA) sought chapter 11 protections Monday. In preparation for liquidation, ZGA will hand off 30,000 active foreclosure and insolvency cases. At one time, ZGA handled 40% of home foreclosures in New Jersey. According to ZGA, its mortgage-lender clients and tighter rules are to blame for its troubles.