| 单词 | public nuisance |
| 例句 | The march through town would begin at five thirty p.m., approximately the same time Rashad had been arrested for petty theft, resisting arrest, and public nuisance—whatever the hell that meant. All American Boys 2015-09-29T00:00:00Z Last Friday, Butler was accused of shoplifting, public nuisance, and resisting arrest. All American Boys 2015-09-29T00:00:00Z Lewis “told me facetiously that he is going to have the Radiation Laboratory declared a public nuisance,” Lawrence wrote Poillon, not without a certain perverse pride. Big Science 2015-07-07T00:00:00Z Not only that, but that I had also been charged with resisting arrest and public nuisance. All American Boys 2015-09-29T00:00:00Z They claim that the giant metal dinosaurs – and the Flintstones figurines, and the sign that reads “Yabba Dabba Doo” – were erected without the proper permits and that her home is a public nuisance. Why giant dinosaurs are a delight – unless they’re next door 2019-03-19T04:00:00Z There was a time when graffiti was perceived to be a scourge, a public nuisance made by outlaws who sprayed their work on subway cars then slipped into the shadows, occasionally pursued by the police. G.M. Used Graffiti in a Car Ad. Should the Artist Be Paid? 2018-07-17T04:00:00Z He seems to both be a public nuisance — stumbling with apparently drunk friends through the city streets — and possessed of a deeply unpleasant sense of self-worth. That drunk Manhattan kid is obnoxious — but even he deserves privacy 2014-07-01T04:00:00Z As a Dalit, he belongs to a caste once considered “untouchable,” and is treated by the judge and the prosecutor as an eccentric rabble-rouser and public nuisance. Review: ‘Court’ Is Chaitanya Tamhane’s Unsparing Look at Justice in India 2015-07-14T04:00:00Z With no smoking gun, the DA opted instead to have Divine and seventy-seven followers arrested for “contributing to the maintenance of a public nuisance.” The divine inspiration of Jim Jones: Inside the mind of one of history’s deadliest cult leaders 2015-10-21T04:00:00Z He walks a fine line between public nuisance and menace, holy fool and extremely annoying person. Francis Al?s treads the thin green line 2010-06-14T20:30:00Z He notes the statute says that if someone is annoyed, it’s a public nuisance. Weird news: Owner of cursing cockatoo appeals noise complaint fine 2012-09-25T22:04:00Z Religious cranks ceased to be a minor public nuisance in this country beginning in the 1970s and grew into a major element of the Republican rank and file. GOP insider: Religion destroyed my party 2012-08-05T16:00:00Z She faces disorderly conduct charges of being a public nuisance and annoying others on the Seaside Heights beach in late July. Snooki due in NJ court on charge of being annoying 2010-09-08T13:39:00Z To some, he is a public nuisance, shooed out of stores and off street corners. Review: In ‘Jackie & Ryan,’ a Handsome Drifter Guides the Way 2015-07-02T04:00:00Z He was arrested for causing a public nuisance and is currently in custody, police said. French "spiderman" climbs London's 230-metre Heron Tower, gets... 2018-10-25T04:00:00Z Earlier, three people -- two men aged 45 and 68 and a woman of 60 -- were detained in southeast London on suspicion of conspiracy to cause a public nuisance and breach of the peace. UK police make 56 arrests around royal wedding 2011-04-29T18:04:22Z Business owners and residents near the encampment in Phoenix called it a public nuisance that subjected them to damage, litter and crime. Phoenix finishes clearing downtown homeless encampment after finding shelter for more than 500 2023-11-04T04:00:00Z The incidents were being treated as public nuisance offences, police confirmed. Birmingham McDonald's mice protest suspect arrested 2023-11-01T04:00:00Z Police said they were treating the first incident, an apparent protest against the Israel-Gaza war, as a public nuisance offence. McDonald's condemns Birmingham restaurant mice protests 2023-11-01T04:00:00Z The counts listed in the complaint include depriving the public of access to the Pecos River and public nuisance. New Mexico attorney general accuses landowners of preventing public access to the Pecos River 2023-10-31T04:00:00Z The 28-year-old from Surrey was arrested on suspicion of assault, breach of the peace and causing public nuisance, Merseyside Police said. Man held after Keir Starmer glitter protest bailed 2023-10-12T04:00:00Z The police, who were criticised by some for their response, said arrests were made to prevent a breach of the peace and over public nuisance threats. King's Coronation: 21 people arrested face no further action, Met says 2023-10-05T04:00:00Z Business owners and residents near the encampment have called it a public nuisance that subjects their properties to damage, litter and crime. Judge orders Phoenix to permanently clear the city’s largest homeless encampment by Nov. 4 2023-09-20T04:00:00Z The suit, filed in Sacramento Superior Court, alleges that “the city’s refusal to maintain the public property under its control and to enforce laws and local ordinances thereon facilitates and perpetuates a public nuisance.” City of Sacramento sued by DA Thien Ho for homeless camps, citing ‘descent into decay’ 2023-09-19T04:00:00Z The lawsuit claims that the oil companies created a public nuisance, that they destroyed natural resources, and that they violated false-advertising and product-liability laws. California Sues Giant Oil Companies, Citing Decades of Deception 2023-09-15T04:00:00Z “The political rhetoric is public nuisance crimes,” Harvey said. Americans are hopelessly confused about big-city crime. Partisanship is partly to blame 2023-09-07T04:00:00Z One said the "thudding bass" heard from the nightclub was a "public nuisance". Ripley nightclub where Cliff Richard first used stage name in noise row 2023-08-11T04:00:00Z But in a separate lawsuit, a state judge in March issued an emergency injunction ordering the city to clear the encampment and siding with businesses and residents who called the encampment a dangerous public nuisance. Federal judge says California’s capital city can’t clear homeless camps during extreme heat 2023-08-07T04:00:00Z Two men and two women were arrested on suspicion of causing criminal damage and public nuisance. Rishi Sunak: Five bailed after Greenpeace protest at PM's home 2023-08-04T04:00:00Z Local police said in a statement that two men and two women were detained “on suspicion of conspiracy to commit criminal damage and public nuisance.” Environmental activists disrupt play at British Open by throwing orange substance on 17th green 2023-07-21T04:00:00Z Representing Phoenix, attorney Justin Pierce told Judge Scott Blaney that much progress has been made since March, when the court ordered Phoenix to lessen the public nuisance the encampment created. Phoenix officials ask judge for more time in clearing downtown camp of homeless people 2023-07-11T04:00:00Z Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Scott Blaney sided with business owners and residents in June and declared the tent city in south Phoenix a public nuisance. Phoenix to show compliance with court order to clear ‘The Zone’ homeless encampment 2023-07-09T04:00:00Z Seven members of the group Just Stop Oil were arrested for public nuisance offenses, police said. Climate activists disrupt London Pride march to protest corporate sponsorship 2023-07-01T04:00:00Z A third man was also arrested on suspicion of causing a public nuisance. Rishi Sunak: Five bailed after Greenpeace protest at PM's home 2023-08-04T04:00:00Z Just Stop Oil protesters have been arrested for public nuisance offences while trying to delay the annual Pride parade in central London. Police remove Just Stop Oil protesters from Pride parade 2023-07-01T04:00:00Z The Metropolitan Police said seven people were arrested for public nuisance offences. London Pride: Seven arrests as Just Stop Oil protest temporarily halts parade 2023-07-01T04:00:00Z Local governments that once treated it as a public nuisance have encouraged the trend, relaxing regulations in the hopes that more markets and food kiosks will boost spending and employment. Braised frogs, mashed potatoes and barbecue: Can food stalls help save China’s economy? 2023-06-27T04:00:00Z Ben Newman, 32, from Hackney, east London, has been charged with causing public nuisance, Surrey Police said. Man charged over Epsom Derby track protest 2023-06-04T04:00:00Z Police said external-link "all were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit public nuisance" and remain in custody. Police arrest 19 to prevent 'disruption' at Derby 2023-06-03T04:00:00Z It alleges companies including 3M, DuPont and 18 others violated state laws, including Washington’s law against public nuisances, the Products Liability Act and Consumer Protection Act. WA AG sues PFAS manufacturers, seeks money for cleanup of drinking water 2023-05-30T04:00:00Z Chiu said the accord followed a trial where the court found Walgreens substantially contributed to the epidemic and created a public nuisance. Walgreens reaches $230 mln opioid settlement with San Francisco 2023-05-17T04:00:00Z They are seen as complicit in their decline, petty criminals and a public nuisance. Column: California doesn't need a new war on drugs. We need a war on addiction 2023-05-15T04:00:00Z In March, a judge declared the Zone a “public nuisance” and ordered Phoenix to clear out the area by mid-July. Phoenix Dismantles a Homeless Encampment, One Block at a Time 2023-05-10T04:00:00Z Some 64 people were arrested during the operation on Saturday, the police said, including 52 whom officers were concerned would disrupt the event, breach the peace, or “cause a public nuisance,” among other issues. U.K. Protest Law in Spotlight as Police ‘Regret’ Some Coronation Arrests 2023-05-09T04:00:00Z In late March, Judge Scott Blaney of Maricopa County Superior Court found that the city had, in essence, stopped enforcing laws in the Zone and the area had become a dangerous “public nuisance.” Phoenix to Start Clearing Sprawling Downtown Homeless Encampment 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z The Met Police said the Republic members were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to cause a public nuisance. Coronation: Anti-royal protesters consider legal action over arrests 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z Scotland Yard said those arrested had been held on suspicion of affray, public order offences, breach of the peace and conspiracy to cause a public nuisance around the coronation. Coronation: Metropolitan Police criticised over anti-monarchy group arrests 2023-05-06T04:00:00Z Police, who had warned they would have a “low tolerance” for people seeking to disrupt the day, said four people were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to cause a public nuisance. Charles III crowned in ancient rite at Westminster Abbey 2023-05-06T04:00:00Z They are held on suspicion of breaching the peace, conspiracy to cause public nuisance and possessing articles to cause criminal damage, the force said. Met Police arrest anti-monarchy protesters 2023-05-06T04:00:00Z Police can use crimes other than drug possession, like theft, assault and public nuisance laws, to maintain order, Holcomb said. WA lawmakers deadlocked as drugs ravage Snohomish County, rest of state 2023-04-30T04:00:00Z Forty-six people have been granted bail, under charges including conspiracy to cause a public nuisance and a breach of the peace. Coronation: Anti-royal protesters consider legal action over arrests 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z The other will allow the state attorney general or private citizens to sue gun manufacturers and dealers under public nuisance laws if they negligently allow their guns to be sold to minors or straw purchasers. WA bans sale of AR-15s and other semiautomatic rifles, effective immediately 2023-04-25T04:00:00Z The pair argued during the trial it was a peaceful protest but were found guilty of causing a public nuisance. Just Stop Oil: Dartford Crossing protesters jailed 2023-04-21T04:00:00Z Four people were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to cause public nuisance near St Martin's Lane, and three people were arrested on suspicion of possessing articles to cause criminal damage near Wellington Arch. Met Police arrest anti-monarchy protesters 2023-05-06T04:00:00Z All three were arrested on “suspicion of conspiracy to cause public nuisance,” Merseyside Police said. Arrests made in animal rights plot to disrupt Grand National 2023-04-15T04:00:00Z The woman from the London area was arrested in Greater Manchester on Saturday morning on suspicion of conspiracy to cause public nuisance. Woman arrested in connection with Grand National protest 2023-04-15T04:00:00Z “It is clear that the improvement of land as a colored residential neighborhood is not of itself a public nuisance,” a judge concluded in 1918. Racist wall that separated Black school from White neighbors torn down 2023-04-12T04:00:00Z Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Scott Blaney ruled Monday that Phoenix is maintaining a “public nuisance” and city officials must show evidence at a July 10 hearing that they’re cleaning the area. Judge orders Phoenix to clean up large homeless encampment 2023-03-28T04:00:00Z The lawsuit alleges consumer fraud, creating a public nuisance, unjust enrichment and conspiracy. Minnesota suit against e-cigarette maker Juul goes to trial 2023-03-27T04:00:00Z The litigation leading up to that settlement was also based on a public nuisance theory. Juul, Altria face first trial over claims of marketing e-cigarettes to teens 2023-03-27T04:00:00Z Most are “public nuisance” reports, such as drugs or harassment, or facilities complaints. Seattle’s bleak downtown Sound Transit stations have nowhere to go but up 2023-03-19T04:00:00Z District Court for the Northern District of Ohio, accuses Norfolk Southern of numerous violations of state and federal environmental laws; it also raises claims of public nuisance and trespass. Ohio Attorney General Sues Norfolk Southern Over Derailment 2023-03-14T04:00:00Z She said overdose prevention sites, where people who are addicted could ingest drugs safely and without shame, could prevent such public nuisances as people doing drugs in elevators or on trains. L.A. riders bail on Metro trains amid 'horror' of deadly drug overdoses, crime 2023-03-14T04:00:00Z This week, Minnesota’s attorney general, Keith Ellison, said he was investigating whether the companies had violated his state’s consumer protection and public nuisance laws. Teens Are Stealing More Cars. They Learn How on Social Media. 2023-03-10T05:00:00Z The lawsuit filed in 2020 alleged that gun trafficking creates a public nuisance in Kansas City, which has one of the highest homicide rates in the U.S. Gun dealer to pay $150K to Kansas City to settle suit 2023-03-08T05:00:00Z A lawsuit challenging public nuisance gun laws could reach the Supreme Court in two to four years, said Clark Neily, who served as the co-counsel on the winning side of District of Columbia v. The brewing gun-control fight that could be headed to the Supreme Court 2023-02-21T05:00:00Z Four men and two women were convicted at Northampton Crown Court of causing a public nuisance. Silverstone F1 track invaders guilty of causing public nuisance 2023-02-10T05:00:00Z Six activists were charged with causing a public nuisance for the protest, and on Wednesday a jury retired to consider its verdict after a two-week trial over the case. Climate change protesters fined over ‘Last Supper’ protest 2023-02-08T05:00:00Z Last month, Mr Joselyn admitted a charge of causing a public nuisance. Barnsley: Jail for burglar who dug up grave in jewellery search 2023-01-20T05:00:00Z A few weeks after the landslide, the city sued the Surdis, calling for their house to be declared a public nuisance and demolished. Bellevue sues school in connection with landslide that destroyed home 2023-01-14T05:00:00Z District Court in Seattle, but they are based on state public nuisance law - a broad, vaguely defined legal concept whose origins date back at least to 13th century England. School lawsuits over social media harm face tough legal road 2023-01-11T05:00:00Z District Court in Seattle, but they are based on state public nuisance law — a broad, vaguely defined legal concept whose origins date back at least to 13th century England. School lawsuits over social media harm face tough legal road 2023-01-10T05:00:00Z The 91-page complaint says the social media companies have created a public nuisance by targeting their products to children. Seattle schools sue tech giants over social media harm 2023-01-07T05:00:00Z The lawsuit argues the tech companies have violated Washington’s public nuisance law and says SPS seeks “the maximum statutory and civil penalties permitted by law.” Seattle Schools sues social media firms over youth mental health crisis 2023-01-07T05:00:00Z However that decision was later overturned by the state’s Supreme Court, which determined the trial court judge wrongly interpreted the state’s public nuisance law. Oklahoma AG announces 4 new opioid settlements worth $226M 2023-01-04T05:00:00Z The attorney general is suing the companies under state law, accusing them of violating the state’s consumer protection and public nuisance laws. WA attorney general sues Kroger, Albertsons, Rite Aid over opioids 2022-12-21T05:00:00Z A 23-year-old man accused of throwing the bucket of sand at Glover was charged with violent disorder, discharging a missile, unlawful assault, public nuisance and riotous behavior. 3 charged after violent pitch invasion in Australian soccer 2022-12-18T05:00:00Z The seven-member panel said the chapter lacks standing to challenge the city’s discernment that the statue had become a public nuisance. NC Supreme Court dismisses suit to return Confederate statue 2022-12-16T05:00:00Z Earlier this year, a group of business owners and residential neighbors of the encampment known as “The Zone” filed a lawsuit against the city, asking Phoenix to declare the site a public nuisance. ACLU sues city of Phoenix to stop sweeps of homeless camp 2022-12-01T05:00:00Z Ms Lynch said she was arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit a public nuisance on 8 November, despite showing officers her press card. M25 protests: Arrests of journalists not justified, review finds 2022-11-23T05:00:00Z The suit raises public nuisance, breach of warranty and negligence claims. Factbox: The newest fronts in climate-change-related legal battles 2022-11-18T05:00:00Z LBC reporter Charlotte Lynch said she was arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit a public nuisance during her reporting about the M25 on Tuesday and was held in custody for five hours. M25: LBC journalist arrest not necessary admits Hertfordshire Police 2022-11-10T05:00:00Z Two people have been arrested for causing a public nuisance. Suella Braverman tells police to be firmer with 'extremist' protesters 2022-11-09T05:00:00Z She said she was arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit a public nuisance, before being released. Just Stop Oil: Reporter speaks about her arrest at M25 protest 2022-11-09T05:00:00Z Last month, two men were charged with committing a public nuisance over a two-day protest on the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge. Just Stop Oil: High Court grants junction to prevent M25 protests 2022-11-06T04:00:00Z Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. and its affiliates were found liable last year for public nuisance charges by a jury on Long Island. New York could get $524M under opioid settlements with Teva 2022-11-03T04:00:00Z Allen said in an interview that the council worked closely with police to tweak language in the bill having to do with public nuisances, such as public urination and carrying open containers of alcohol. D.C. Council is rewriting the criminal code. Not everyone is happy. 2022-10-31T04:00:00Z Ms Lynch said she was arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit a public nuisance and held in a cell for five hours, before being released. Suella Braverman tells police to be firmer with 'extremist' protesters 2022-11-09T05:00:00Z A man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of causing a public nuisance and released on bail. North Somerset 'gimp' sightings: Teen describes 'freaky' encounter 2022-10-28T04:00:00Z “The problem deserves a solution on a more vast scale than can be supplied by a district judge or jury in a public nuisance case,” said U.S. New Jersey jumps on climate-litigation bandwagon with lawsuit against oil and gas industry 2022-10-18T04:00:00Z The court, however, upheld the dismissal of other claims, including that Amazon created a "public nuisance" by failing to stop the spread of COVID-19 and did not properly provide payments for sick leave. Amazon workers in NYC win partial revival of COVID-19 safety lawsuit 2022-10-18T04:00:00Z It cites trespass, negligence, private and public nuisance and is seeking both compensatory and punitive damages. Lumber mill says hot ash may have sparked deadly wildfire 2022-09-09T04:00:00Z New Mexico sued the pharmacies in 2017, accusing them of creating a public nuisance by failing to stop the diversion of opioids into illegal channels. Pharmacy operators Walmart, Walgreens, Kroger begin opioid trial in New Mexico 2022-09-06T04:00:00Z Two other men were detained on suspicion of causing public nuisance, the Met said. The Shard: Climber reported and three men arrested 2022-09-04T04:00:00Z A failure to ensure that prescriptions were valid, their attorneys have argued, created a public nuisance as vast quantities of pills flooded their communities. US pharmacy chains ordered to pay $650m in Ohio opioids suit 2022-08-17T04:00:00Z The counties convinced the jury that the pharmacies played an outsized role in creating a public nuisance in the way they dispensed pain medication into their communities. CVS, Walgreens, Walmart owe 2 Ohio counties $650 million in opioids suit, federal judge rules 2022-08-17T04:00:00Z “The plaintiff’s attempt to resolve the opioid crisis with an unprecedented expansion of public nuisance law is misguided and unsustainable. We look forward to the opportunity to address these issues on appeal.” Judge: Walgreens contributed to San Francisco opioid crisis 2022-08-10T04:00:00Z Wall also dismissed an “ongoing public nuisance” claim by the plaintiffs. Judge: Tulsa Race Massacre victims’ descendants can’t sue 2022-08-04T04:00:00Z The suit said Walgreens created a public nuisance and for years failed to perform due diligence or train its pharmacists on how to recognize suspicious activity for opioid abuse and diversion. Tennessee sues Walgreens over opioid prescription onslaught 2022-08-03T04:00:00Z "The plaintiffs' attempt to resolve the opioid crisis with an unprecedented expansion of public nuisance law is misguided and unsustainable," the statement added. US pharmacy chains ordered to pay $650m in Ohio opioids suit 2022-08-17T04:00:00Z Forty-one protesters have been detained and will be charged with inciting violence, robbery, malicious damage, taking part in unlawful assembly and being a public nuisance, he said. Uganda police fire teargas to quell protest over fuel prices 2022-07-25T04:00:00Z While the lawsuit alleged the distributors created a public nuisance, the judge ruled West Virginia’s Supreme Court has only applied public nuisance law in the context of conduct that interferes with public property or resources. West Virginia officials to appeal opioid lawsuit decision 2022-07-15T04:00:00Z The New York measure declared such violations a “public nuisance,” taking advantage of a federal exemption that allows lawsuits when gun makers break state or local laws regulating the sale and marketing of firearms. California blocks gun sales to those at risk of breaking law 2022-07-12T04:00:00Z District Court for Western Washington, alleges that Juul and its subsidiaries violated the federal Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, also known as RICO, as well as Washington’s public nuisance laws. Tulalip Tribes sues Juul, claiming e-cigarette maker targeted youth with ‘deceptive’ ads 2022-07-11T04:00:00Z The Cabell County-Huntington lawsuit alleged the distributors created a public nuisance by flooding the Ohio River community with 81 million pills over eight years. After West Virginia opioid verdict, another case postponed 2022-07-05T04:00:00Z Police said six people were charged with conspiracy to cause public nuisance at the race. UK climate protesters glue themselves to Constable frame 2022-07-05T04:00:00Z The arguments by lawyers for the distributors resonated with the judge, who ruled that the plaintiffs did not prove the conduct by the companies was unreasonable, a key element to establishing a public nuisance case. Federal judge rules against hard-hit West Virginia community in opioid trial 2022-07-04T04:00:00Z Most allege that either drug makers, distribution companies or pharmacies created a public nuisance in a crisis that’s been linked to the deaths of 500,000 Americans over the past two decades. US judge finds for 3 drug distributors in WVa opioid lawsuit 2022-07-04T04:00:00Z Most allege that either drugmakers, distribution companies or pharmacies created a public nuisance in a crisis that’s been linked to the deaths of 500,000 Americans over the past two decades. WVa opioid trial verdict still pending nearly a year later 2022-07-01T04:00:00Z But Faber said West Virginia’s Supreme Court has only applied public nuisance law in the context of conduct that interferes with public property or resources. After West Virginia opioid verdict, another case postponed 2022-07-05T04:00:00Z Officials have warned people against smoking in public, saying it's considered a public nuisance and offenders risked arrest. Thailand legalises cannabis trade but still bans recreational use 2022-06-08T04:00:00Z In the end, Faber ruled that public nuisance statutes had been wrongly applied in the case. Federal judge rules against hard-hit West Virginia community in opioid trial 2022-07-04T04:00:00Z Everytown last year joined the city of Los Angeles to sue Polymer80 for allegedly creating a public nuisance and violating the state’s business code. NYC mayor calls on ATF to yank ghost gun kit maker’s license 2022-05-11T04:00:00Z Cardinal Health Inc. and McKesson Corp. of creating a public nuisance with the onslaught and ignoring the signs that the area was being ravaged by addiction. WVa opioid trial verdict still pending nearly a year later 2022-07-01T04:00:00Z District Judge Dan Polster’s courtroom sided with the counties and agreed that the way the pharmacies dispensed pain medication played an outsized role in creating a public nuisance. Judge to decide abatement amounts in opioid pharmacy case 2022-05-10T04:00:00Z Survivors, including three who are more than 100 years old, and descendants of the event are seeking reparations under the state’s public nuisance law. Judge rules lawsuit seeking reparations for Tulsa Race Massacre can proceed 2022-05-03T04:00:00Z The judge’s decision comes after public nuisance claims were dismissed by a California state judge and the Oklahoma Supreme Court. Federal judge rules against hard-hit West Virginia community in opioid trial 2022-07-04T04:00:00Z Oklahoma sued consumer products giant Johnson & Johnson using the state public nuisance law for its roll in the deadly opioid crisis. Judge lets Tulsa Race Massacre reparations lawsuit proceed 2022-05-02T04:00:00Z Filed in 2019, the state’s lawsuits accuse the companies of creating a public nuisance and violating the state’s Consumer Credit and Protection Act. J&J’s Janssen settles with WVa for $99M in opioid lawsuit 2022-04-18T04:00:00Z Most allege the industry created a public nuisance in a crisis that has been linked to the deaths of 500,000 Americans over the past two decades. Epidemiologist: Drug supply fueled WVa crisis over poverty 2022-04-12T04:00:00Z The alleged offences included criminal damage, conspiracy to cause criminal damage and conspiracy to commit public nuisance, Warwickshire Police said. Kingsbury oil depot protests lead to 29 arrests over weekend 2022-04-11T04:00:00Z The lawsuit filed by Attorney General Patrick Morrisey accuses the companies of creating a public nuisance and violating the state’s Consumer Credit and Protection Act. US drug czar testifies in WVa lawsuit against opioid makers 2022-04-05T04:00:00Z “In public nuisance cases it is clear either criminal acts or destruction of personal property” constitute a nuisance, Miller said, and that racial and economic disparities resulting from the massacre continue to this day. Judge lets Tulsa Race Massacre reparations lawsuit proceed 2022-05-02T04:00:00Z The lawsuit alleges violations of the state Consumer Credit and Protection Act and accuses the companies of causing a public nuisance. Trial begins in West Virginia lawsuit against opioid makers 2022-04-04T04:00:00Z Santa Barbara officials are considering whether a Chick-fil-A restaurant should be declared a “public nuisance” after community members complained to the City Council about traffic issues. Santa Barbara City Council mulls whether Chick-fil-A is a ‘public nuisance’ 2022-03-18T04:00:00Z A Chick-fil-A restaurant in California could soon be designated a "public nuisance," after members of the community have complained to the city council. A Chick-fil-A in California may be declared 'a public nuisance,' city council plans vote 2022-03-18T04:00:00Z The latest flare-up is in Santa Barbara, where officials are threatening to declare the Chick-fil-A on State Street a public nuisance because of traffic issues. Chick-fil-A isn't the first to get backlash over a drive-through. It's a California tradition 2022-03-15T04:00:00Z City officials have lined up their own response: possibly declaring the business a public nuisance. City of Santa Barbara could declare Chick-fil-A drive-thru a public nuisance 2022-03-14T04:00:00Z The city of Bellevue had filed a lawsuit against the homeowners, calling for the house to be declared a public nuisance and demolished. Crews demolish Bellevue home that slid downhill during January landslide 2022-02-19T05:00:00Z Members unanimously approved moving forward with a public nuisance designation at the City Council meeting. Santa Barbara City Council mulls whether Chick-fil-A is a ‘public nuisance’ 2022-03-18T04:00:00Z Cities that had long treated informal “tent villages” as a public nuisance and a target for removal, especially in residential and business districts, began to sanction them as a solution to meet immediate need. The Man Who Fought Homelessness and Won (Sort Of) 2022-02-02T05:00:00Z Last week, the city filed a lawsuit against the homeowners, calling for the house to be declared a public nuisance and demolished. City strikes agreement to demolish collapsed Bellevue home 2022-02-04T05:00:00Z The City Council agreed to give Chick-fil-A an additional 90 days to present their solutions before a vote is taken to designate the site as a public nuisance. City of Santa Barbara could declare Chick-fil-A drive-thru a public nuisance 2022-03-14T04:00:00Z Dumping, trash and encampments around railroad tracks last year prompted Los Angeles Councilman Joe Buscaino to call for the city to declare them a public nuisance. 'It's ugly out there': Rail thefts leave tracks littered with pilfered packages 2022-01-16T05:00:00Z The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services had argued that the homeowners’ trees were a public nuisance and didn’t have value worth compensating. Owners to get $42 million for citrus trees Florida destroyed 2022-01-14T05:00:00Z The resolution states that "the presence of homeless encampments, illegal dumping, graffiti and overgrown weeds and vegetation on Union Pacific’s rights-of-way is a public nuisance and in need of abatement." Trains in downtown Los Angeles ransacked by thieves: 'Amazon packages, UPS boxes, unused Covid tests' 2022-01-14T05:00:00Z The bill filed in the state Legislature is just one sentence long, declaring gun manufacturers have created a public nuisance if their failure to follow state and local gun laws result in injury or death. California bill would make it easier to sue gun-makers 2022-01-04T05:00:00Z The City Council directed the city attorney to prepare the documents to declare Chick-fil-A a public nuisance and take up the issue again in June. City of Santa Barbara could declare Chick-fil-A drive-thru a public nuisance 2022-03-14T04:00:00Z The proposed law would ensure distributors and manufacturers are not causing a “public nuisance” with their products or “engaging in unfair business practices,” Ting said. California lawmakers unveil plan to hold gun makers liable for shootings 2022-01-04T05:00:00Z In recent years, public nuisance claims have been more typically applied in environmental pollution cases. Pharmaceutical Company Is Found Liable in Landmark Opioid Trial 2021-12-30T05:00:00Z Attorney General Letitia James’ office said the Suffolk County jury found the company played a role in furthering what is legally termed a public nuisance but had deadly consequences. New York jury holds drug firm Teva liable in opioid crisis 2021-12-30T05:00:00Z Most shuttered schools, she noted, have become public nuisances attracting drug users, wild horses and homeless people. Former Puerto Rico Education Secretary Is Sentenced to Prison 2021-12-17T05:00:00Z The warrant was for public nuisance and had been issued out of North Bergen, New Jersey, the outlet reported. Fetty Wap arrested at Newark airport over outstanding warrant: reports 2021-12-17T05:00:00Z It allows firearm sellers, manufacturers and distributors to be sued by the state, cities or individuals for creating a “public nuisance” that endangers the public’s safety and health. Industry group files lawsuit challenging New York gun law 2021-12-16T05:00:00Z It allows firearm sellers, manufacturers and distributors to be sued by the state, cities or individuals for creating a "public nuisance" that endangers the public's safety and health. Gun makers challenge New York law allowing lawsuits against industry 2021-12-16T05:00:00Z Oklahoma’s case was built on a relatively new legal theory: that opioid addiction constituted a “public nuisance” and damages, therefore, were due. Why Are Lawyers Doing the Work of Lawmakers? 2021-12-11T05:00:00Z The city added an additional claim of public nuisance. Town drops charges against man who displayed profane anti-Biden flag 2021-12-08T05:00:00Z The notices of violations against the companies and the county allege that the hydrogen sulfide emissions caused a public nuisance in violation of an air quality district rule and the California health and safety code. Smell that sickened Carson residents was likely caused by warehouse fire, officials say 2021-12-03T05:00:00Z Brown admitted criminal damage and causing a public nuisance at Norwich Magistrates' Court. Man who glued lock of Gorleston vaccine centre is jailed 2021-12-01T05:00:00Z Agoura Hills city prosecutors had pursued a criminal case against Cronies, accusing the restaurant of doing business without a valid license and making a public nuisance. Fines, citations but no compliance: How some restaurants have defied L.A. County on COVID-19 2021-11-26T05:00:00Z “Oklahoma public nuisance law does not extend to the manufacturing, marketing and selling of prescription opioids,” the judges concluded in their 5-1 opinion. Why Are Lawyers Doing the Work of Lawmakers? 2021-12-11T05:00:00Z The reason is the central argument - that pharmacies created a “public nuisance” by dispensing an overwhelming quantity of prescription painkillers into each county. Public nuisance laws in opioid cases give hope to both sides 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z The statement continued, “We look forward to the appeals court review of this case, including the misapplication of public nuisance law.” CVS, Walgreens and Walmart Fueled Opioid Crisis, Jury Finds 2021-11-23T05:00:00Z They argued that the pharmacies created a public nuisance by failing to ensure opioid prescriptions were valid and so allowing excessive quantities of addictive pain pills to flood their communities. Walgreens, CVS, and Walmart fuelled opioid crisis, Ohio jury finds 2021-11-23T05:00:00Z Men who hurt women are a threat to public safety, but the law keeps treating them like little more than a public nuisance. The Wisconsin parade and Gabby Petito: People keep dying because the law blows off domestic violence 2021-11-23T05:00:00Z “The judgment today against Walmart, Walgreens and CVS represents the overdue reckoning for their complicity in creating a public nuisance,” said the lawyers who had brought the suit on behalf of two Ohio counties. Why Are Lawyers Doing the Work of Lawmakers? 2021-12-11T05:00:00Z The industry argues it did nothing illegal and that public nuisance laws simply don’t apply to prescribing and distributing prescription painkillers. Public nuisance laws in opioid cases give hope to both sides 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z Under the public nuisance law, a crisis must be continuing. CVS, Walgreens and Walmart Fueled Opioid Crisis, Jury Finds 2021-11-23T05:00:00Z Other cases around the country are relying on the "public nuisance" argument to target the companies involved in making and distributing the opioid painkillers. Walgreens, CVS, and Walmart fuelled opioid crisis, Ohio jury finds 2021-11-23T05:00:00Z Lake and Trumbull counties were able to convince the jury that the pharmacies played an outsized role in creating a public nuisance in the way they dispensed pain medication into their communities. Jury holds pharmacies responsible for role in opioid crisis 2021-11-23T05:00:00Z The plaintiffs’ lawyers hired by the various local governments also crafted a theory built around state and local public nuisance laws, which traditionally had been reserved for, say, loud noises or possession of dangerous animals. Why Are Lawyers Doing the Work of Lawmakers? 2021-12-11T05:00:00Z “The plaintiffs’ attempt to resolve the opioid crisis with an unprecedented expansion of public nuisance law is misguided and unsustainable.” Public nuisance laws in opioid cases give hope to both sides 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z Did each pharmacy chain engage in conduct that was “intentional” or “illegal,” substantially contributing to the public nuisance of the opioid crisis? CVS, Walgreens and Walmart Fueled Opioid Crisis, Jury Finds 2021-11-23T05:00:00Z A lower court had imposed the $465 million penalty under the state’s public nuisance law. Opinion | The Oklahoma Supreme Court’s J&J ruling strikes a blow against institutional derangement 2021-11-17T05:00:00Z The judge said the governments hadn’t proven that the pharmaceutical companies used deceptive marketing to increase unnecessary opioid prescriptions and create a public nuisance. Jury holds pharmacies responsible for role in opioid crisis 2021-11-23T05:00:00Z In addition to the Oklahoma Supreme Court decision, a California state judge last month also tossed out a lawsuit based on the public nuisance theory. Why Are Lawyers Doing the Work of Lawmakers? 2021-12-11T05:00:00Z The attorneys representing local governments in the national opioid litigation cited impacts like those on Lake County in defending the use of public nuisance statutes, asserting companies were negligent or careless. Public nuisance laws in opioid cases give hope to both sides 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z The jury first had to decide whether the oversupply of prescription pills and subsequent illegal diversion had created a public nuisance in each county. CVS, Walgreens and Walmart Fueled Opioid Crisis, Jury Finds 2021-11-23T05:00:00Z Oklahoma’s Supreme Court held, 5 to 1, that for good reasons the 1910 public nuisance statute had never been extended to the manufacturing, marketing and selling of products. Opinion | The Oklahoma Supreme Court’s J&J ruling strikes a blow against institutional derangement 2021-11-17T05:00:00Z The counties accused the companies of creating a "public nuisance" and seek to force them to pay to address the epidemic's devastation. CVS, Walgreens, Walmart set for closing arguments in Ohio opioid trial 2021-11-15T05:00:00Z A number of companies have agreed to settle some of the public nuisance lawsuits for relatively low sums. Why Are Lawyers Doing the Work of Lawmakers? 2021-12-11T05:00:00Z This month, the state Supreme Court rejected the verdict, saying Oklahoma’s public nuisance law didn’t apply to the opioid maker. Public nuisance laws in opioid cases give hope to both sides 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z The public nuisance argument was rejected twice this month, by judges in California and Oklahoma in state cases against opioid manufacturers. CVS, Walgreens and Walmart Fueled Opioid Crisis, Jury Finds 2021-11-23T05:00:00Z Stretching “public nuisance” laws far beyond their intended and traditional uses would be an incentive for the pursuit of vast social change without legitimation through legislative deliberation and bargaining. Opinion | The Oklahoma Supreme Court’s J&J ruling strikes a blow against institutional derangement 2021-11-17T05:00:00Z Should the jurors find that the pharmacies created a public nuisance, U.S. CVS, Walgreens, Walmart set for closing arguments in Ohio opioid trial 2021-11-15T05:00:00Z They argue that distributing regulated drugs cannot support a public nuisance claim. McKesson, drug distributors face $95 billion opioid trial in Washington state 2021-11-15T05:00:00Z Also this month, a California judge ruled in favor of a group of drugmakers being sued under a public nuisance statute by county and city governments. Public nuisance laws in opioid cases give hope to both sides 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z After jurors concluded that a public nuisance did exist related to the opioid crisis in the counties, they moved on to a second question. CVS, Walgreens and Walmart Fueled Opioid Crisis, Jury Finds 2021-11-23T05:00:00Z Broadly speaking, public nuisance laws, which date to the 12th century in England, bar actions that interfere with rights commonly enjoyed by the public. The Core Legal Strategy Against Opioid Companies May Be Faltering 2021-11-11T05:00:00Z Those lawsuits also accused the companies of creating a public nuisance. CVS, Walgreens, Walmart set for closing arguments in Ohio opioid trial 2021-11-15T05:00:00Z But because most public nuisance laws are state-specific, it is unclear how much impact the Oklahoma decision could ultimately have on cases elsewhere. Oklahoma Supreme Court Throws Out $465 Million Opioid Ruling Against J.&J. 2021-11-09T05:00:00Z Elizabeth Burch, a University of Georgia law professor, said pursuing the cases on public nuisance grounds makes sense because the pharmacies were uniquely positioned to watch the addiction crisis develop. Public nuisance laws in opioid cases give hope to both sides 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z The judges found that according to the specifics of their own states’ public nuisance laws, the companies’ activities were too removed from the overdoses and deaths and that the laws had been applied too expansively. CVS, Walgreens and Walmart Fueled Opioid Crisis, Jury Finds 2021-11-23T05:00:00Z According to Mr. Zimmerman, many state public nuisance laws do not include a statute of limitations, which would restrict the time available to take legal action. The Core Legal Strategy Against Opioid Companies May Be Faltering 2021-11-11T05:00:00Z Companies scored a win last week in California when a judge said he would rule against several large counties arguing public nuisance claims because they had not proved deceptive marketing increased medically unnecessary prescriptions. Oklahoma Supreme Court overturns historic opioid ruling against J&J 2021-11-09T05:00:00Z “Oklahoma public nuisance law does not extend to the manufacturing, marketing and selling of prescription opioids,” the judges wrote in Tuesday’s majority opinion. Oklahoma Supreme Court Throws Out $465 Million Opioid Ruling Against J.&J. 2021-11-09T05:00:00Z But she also noted that public nuisance statutes and case law vary by state and that factors such as a compelling lawyer can be enough to swing a verdict. Public nuisance laws in opioid cases give hope to both sides 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z He said the plaintiffs had not built a bridge connecting all the required elements to prove that the pharmacies had caused a public nuisance. CVS, Walgreens and Walmart Fueled Opioid Crisis, Jury Finds 2021-11-23T05:00:00Z In the meantime, federal trials spun out from an initial compilation of cases before a federal judge in Cleveland, who ruled that the public nuisance claims could proceed, are lining up. The Core Legal Strategy Against Opioid Companies May Be Faltering 2021-11-11T05:00:00Z The descendants of victims of the Tulsa race massacre have filed a public nuisance lawsuit, seeking reparations for the destruction of Greenwood, the city’s thriving, affluent Black community. Oklahoma Supreme Court overturns historic opioid ruling against J&J 2021-11-09T05:00:00Z In the new ruling, the judges said that Oklahoma’s 1910 public nuisance law typically referred to an abrogation of a public right like access to roads or clean water or air. Oklahoma Supreme Court Throws Out $465 Million Opioid Ruling Against J.&J. 2021-11-09T05:00:00Z More tests of the public nuisance laws are on the horizon. Public nuisance laws in opioid cases give hope to both sides 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z Even if the companies perpetrated false or misleading marketing, wrote Judge Wilson, “any adverse downstream consequences flowing from medically appropriate prescriptions cannot constitute an actionable public nuisance.” Opioid Makers Win Major Victory in California Trial 2021-11-02T04:00:00Z In the opioid cases, thousands of state and local governments and tribes are arguing that companies in the pharmaceutical supply chain — manufacturers, distributors and retail pharmacies — created a “public nuisance” by impeding the public’s health. The Core Legal Strategy Against Opioid Companies May Be Faltering 2021-11-11T05:00:00Z Oklahoma’s highest court reversed a historic ruling against drugmaker Johnson & Johnson on Tuesday, finding a judge incorrectly interpreted public nuisance laws in the nation’s first major trial over the opioid epidemic. Oklahoma Supreme Court overturns historic opioid ruling against J&J 2021-11-09T05:00:00Z The Oklahoma Supreme Court, 5-1, rejected the state’s argument that the company violated “public nuisance” laws by aggressively overstating the benefits of its prescription opioid painkillers and downplaying the dangers. Oklahoma Supreme Court Throws Out $465 Million Opioid Ruling Against J.&J. 2021-11-09T05:00:00Z “The court finds plaintiffs failed to prove an actionable public nuisance for which the defendants are legally liable,” Wilson concluded. FAA issues special bulletin warning of potential 5G impact on aircraft safety 2021-11-02T04:00:00Z “Endo did not make false or misleading statements, and Endo’s lawful conduct did not cause the widespread public nuisance at issue in plaintiffs’ complaint.” Opioid Makers Win Major Victory in California Trial 2021-11-02T04:00:00Z The remedy in a public nuisance lawsuit is called abatement: A defendant found liable has to take corrective action and must usually pay substantially to prevent future harm. The Core Legal Strategy Against Opioid Companies May Be Faltering 2021-11-11T05:00:00Z “However grave the problem of opioid addiction is in Oklahoma, public nuisance law does not provide a remedy for this harm.” Oklahoma Supreme Court overturns historic opioid ruling against J&J 2021-11-09T05:00:00Z The Oklahoma attorney general’s office had contended that health is a public right that Johnson & Johnson violated under the state’s public nuisance law. Oklahoma Supreme Court Throws Out $465 Million Opioid Ruling Against J.&J. 2021-11-09T05:00:00Z Endo International said the decision was “thorough and thoughtful” following months of testimony and that the company’s “lawful conduct did not cause the widespread public nuisance at issue” in the lawsuit. Drug makers win in California opioid crisis lawsuit 2021-11-01T04:00:00Z “Any adverse downstream consequences flowing from medically appropriate prescriptions cannot constitute an actionable public nuisance,” the ruling said. California judge rules for opioid makers in damages lawsuit 2021-11-01T04:00:00Z Both decisions found no merit to the plaintiffs’ core argument that, under state law, the companies created a “public nuisance” by overplaying the benefits of their opioid products and downplaying risks. The Core Legal Strategy Against Opioid Companies May Be Faltering 2021-11-11T05:00:00Z Some local governments have made public nuisance claims against firms such as ExxonMobil, Chevron and BP, arguing the carbon dioxide emitted into the atmosphere has contributed to climate change. Oklahoma Supreme Court overturns historic opioid ruling against J&J 2021-11-09T05:00:00Z She noted that the Oklahoma ruling went even further than the California decision, because it stated that public nuisance law couldn’t be used against any entity in the drug supply chain, including distributors and pharmacies. Oklahoma Supreme Court Throws Out $465 Million Opioid Ruling Against J.&J. 2021-11-09T05:00:00Z Such programs have been credited with preventing deaths, reducing the risk of HIV and other infectious diseases, and cutting back on public nuisances and hazards such as discarded needles. In a bid to stop overdose deaths, California could allow drug use at supervised sites 2021-10-23T04:00:00Z Art Naturals, the cosmetics company that leases the warehouse, and owners Prologis Inc. and Liberty Property were negligent and created a public nuisance, the suit states. There's no telling when the nasty smell in Carson will be gone, county officials say 2021-10-22T04:00:00Z Just about every state has a public nuisance law; the opioid cases unfolding in federal court apply each state’s statute. The Core Legal Strategy Against Opioid Companies May Be Faltering 2021-11-11T05:00:00Z Taylor in the court filing called the zebras a “public nuisance” and said “media coverage surrounding the zebras has brought traffic and trespassers to surrounding homes.” Escaped zebras’ owner charged with animal cruelty in Maryland 2021-10-20T04:00:00Z The Carson City Council declared the odor a public nuisance last week. Weeks after foul odor began, Carson residents now urged to avoid outdoor exercise 2021-10-19T04:00:00Z The Carson City Council did not declare the smell a public nuisance until Oct. 'We're gonna be known as that stinky city.' Anger grows in Carson as noxious smell sickens residents 2021-10-15T04:00:00Z The council voted 4 to 0 to declared the odors from the Dominguez Channel a public nuisance. Noxious odors in Carson declared a public nuisance 2021-10-11T04:00:00Z Together the rulings bring into sharp relief a question that has dogged these cases for years: Was this strategy, which critics say requires an unprecedented, expansive reading of public nuisance laws, the best way forward? The Core Legal Strategy Against Opioid Companies May Be Faltering 2021-11-11T05:00:00Z Lake and Trumbull counties have sued CVS, Walgreens, Walmart and Giant Eagle in federal court in Cleveland claiming the companies created a public nuisance by dispensing pain pills that were diverted for illegal use. Attorneys: Pharmacy companies blameless for opioid crisis 2021-10-05T04:00:00Z By mid-morning, London’s Metropolitan Police said 38 arrests had been made for disruption of the highway and conspiracy to cause public nuisance. Climate protesters block 4 roads in London; 38 arrested 2021-10-04T04:00:00Z The proposed law includes an offence of "intentionally or recklessly causing public nuisance", designed to stop people occupying public spaces, blocking motorways or employing other tactics to make themselves both seen and heard. Conservative conference: Thousands protest in Manchester 2021-10-03T04:00:00Z The city’s public nuisance declaration will give residents access to county funds for upgraded air filters, said L.A. Noxious odors in Carson declared a public nuisance 2021-10-11T04:00:00Z Both opinions addressed cases brought against opioid manufacturers, notably Johnson & Johnson, and concluded that public nuisance is an insufficient legal weapon. The Core Legal Strategy Against Opioid Companies May Be Faltering 2021-11-11T05:00:00Z “This case is about today. The public nuisance has to exist today, not something CVS did seven years ago.” Attorneys: Pharmacy companies blameless for opioid crisis 2021-10-05T04:00:00Z Thirteen people were arrested for obstruction and conspiracy to commit public nuisance. Motorway protests: Insulate Britain activists block M1, M4 and M25 2021-10-01T04:00:00Z Five years later, the city council declared it a public nuisance and unanimously approved an order to remove it to make way for a new City Hall. San José to apologize for 1887 Chinatown destruction 2021-09-28T04:00:00Z To lessen health effects, people should leave the area, the health department said in a news release Monday declaring the odors “sufficiently pervasive to be considered a public nuisance.” Noxious odors in Carson declared a public nuisance 2021-10-11T04:00:00Z Brown, who represented himself at his trial, denied one count of causing a public nuisance, claiming he had "to do something spectacular" to draw attention to the climate crisis. Extinction Rebellion: Paralympian James Brown jailed for plane glue stunt 2021-09-24T04:00:00Z Three people suspected of orchestrating the protest were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to cause public nuisance. M25 protests: Priti Patel calls activists 'selfish' 2021-09-17T04:00:00Z Shortly after, officers were called to activists blocking traffic at junction one of the M1 and made 17 arrests for obstruction and conspiracy to commit public nuisance. Motorway protests: Insulate Britain activists block M1, M4 and M25 2021-10-01T04:00:00Z Arrests were made for various offences, including public nuisance, obstructing the highway and conspiracy to cause danger to road users. M25 protests: Arrest tally over Insulate Britain action reaches 77 2021-09-14T04:00:00Z In February, it joined the city of Los Angeles in suing Polymer80 for allegedly creating a public nuisance and violating the state’s business code. LA deputies shot in ambush sue ‘ghost gun’ kit maker 2021-08-09T04:00:00Z Teva Pharmaceuticals Inc., Johnson & Johnson and its subsidiary Janssen Pharmaceuticals Inc., and Endo Health Solutions Inc. are accused of violating the state Consumer Credit and Protection Act and causing a public nuisance. WVa lawsuit against opioid makers set for 2021 trial 2021-08-05T04:00:00Z The lawsuit accused the companies of creating a “public nuisance” with the onslaught and ignoring the signs that the area was being ravaged by addiction. Trial against opioid distributors wraps up in West Virginia 2021-07-28T04:00:00Z In 2016, Nyjah was sentenced to three years’ probation and 200 hours of community service for being a public nuisance and resisting a peace officer. A Skateboarder’s Secret Grind 2021-07-23T04:00:00Z These cases were brought largely by state, municipal and tribal governments under a theory known as “public nuisance”— that the opioid-supply-chain companies were responsible for creating a disaster that interfered with public health. Drug Distributors and J.&J. Reach $26 Billion Deal to End Opioids Lawsuits 2021-07-21T04:00:00Z For him, the last straw was what he described as the BID’s slow response to addressing drug-dealing and other public nuisances in Unity Park. Fight over Adams Morgan nonprofit splits business community 2021-07-16T04:00:00Z The first legislation opens the door for anyone to take legal action against a gun manufacturer using the argument that the product creates a "public nuisance," according to the governor’s office. New York Gov. Cuomo announces first of its kind 'gun violence disaster emergency,' targets manufacturers 2021-07-06T04:00:00Z The town’s lawsuit requested the judge to deem the property a public nuisance and order the statues to be taken down. 'Flintstone House' owner settles lawsuit, can keep dinosaur statues 2021-06-29T04:00:00Z That shooting prompted an inspection by the city’s building department that revealed a number of building code violations and the city filed a "public nuisance" lawsuit. Chicago cop who owns house where 5 people were killed stripped of police powers 2021-06-22T04:00:00Z The remedy for a public nuisance claim is “abatement”— money for programs to reduce the “nuisance.” Drug Distributors and J.&J. Reach $26 Billion Deal to End Opioids Lawsuits 2021-07-21T04:00:00Z It contends that the monument was not found to be a public nuisance. Sons of Confederate Veterans sue to return Georgia monument 2021-06-21T04:00:00Z Products made by gun manufacturers can be considered public nuisances "even if the gun manufacturer did not purposely cause harm to the public," the press release states. New York Gov. Cuomo announces first of its kind 'gun violence disaster emergency,' targets manufacturers 2021-07-06T04:00:00Z That shooting prompted an inspection by the city’s building department that revealed a number of building code violations and the city filed a “public nuisance” lawsuit. Officer who owns house where shooting occurred disciplined 2021-06-21T04:00:00Z Several carloads of protesters arrived and gathered on the side of the roadway, at which point Aukes said they were told by deputies they were breaking Minnesota’s public nuisance and unlawful assembly laws. Protests continue at Minnesota Line 3 oil pipeline project 2021-06-17T04:00:00Z Three people were arrested on suspicion of possession of an article with intent to commit criminal damage and four were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit public nuisance. Seven arrested as police stop vehicles near G7 in Cornwall 2021-06-11T04:00:00Z An additional 68 people were cited for public nuisance and unlawful assembly. Police say nearly 250 arrested in Minnesota pipeline protest 2021-06-09T04:00:00Z In doing so, they created a huge public nuisance. AP Interview: State AG pushes accountability in opioid cases 2021-06-07T04:00:00Z "I get a ticket for being a public nuisance because I'm talking too loud on my phone," she said in the video. Michigan woman ticketed $385 for talking too loud: report 2021-05-28T04:00:00Z The protesters were brought to the Hubbard County Jail, where they were charged with public nuisance, unlawful assembly, and disorderly conduct, Aukes said. Protests continue at Minnesota Line 3 oil pipeline project 2021-06-17T04:00:00Z The lawsuit filed in a state court in Boston seeks civil penalties, restitution to victims and a declaration that the unit created a public nuisance. Massachusetts sues Publicis over ties to Purdue Pharma, opioids 2021-05-06T04:00:00Z Cardinal Health Inc. and McKesson Corp created a “public nuisance” by flooding the area with 80 million opioid doses over eight years and ignoring the signs that the community was being ravaged by addiction. Witness testimony begins in landmark W.Va. opioid trial 2021-05-05T04:00:00Z The city maintains the restaurant is an ongoing public nuisance. Burbank erects fence around restaurant that has repeatedly defied health orders during COVID-19 pandemic 2021-04-11T04:00:00Z His office is seeking injunctions to close the locations, which Schmitt said violate public nuisance laws. Missouri Attorney General sues four massage businesses 2021-04-06T04:00:00Z The civil lawsuit accuses the defendants of violating state laws about deceptive trade practices, false claims, racketeering, negligence and public nuisance. Nevada announces $45M settlement with McKinsey over opioids 2021-03-22T04:00:00Z The proposed law includes an offence of "intentionally or recklessly causing public nuisance". What is the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill and how will it change protests? 2021-03-15T04:00:00Z “A feminine, gay man walking down the street could be charged with being a public nuisance.” He Won a Varsity Letter at 16. He Finally Got It When He Was 79. 2021-02-28T05:00:00Z Criminal damage, blocking roadways, aiming a laser pointer at an officer, criminal damage, public nuisance and other crimes would become felonies. Arizona panel votes to boost unlawful protest penalties 2021-02-15T05:00:00Z He was then arrested on suspicion of malicious communications and public nuisance. Piers Corbyn arrested over vaccine 'Auschwitz leaflet' 2021-02-04T05:00:00Z In a statement, Surrey Police said they were looking for him in connection with a public nuisance offence. Debunking the Covid deniers who enter hospitals 2021-01-27T05:00:00Z In Grand Island, police made clear this week that they will enforce that city’s mandate passed last week, including charging violators with public nuisance counts. Mask orders stay at forefront of virus outbreak in Nebraska 2020-12-03T05:00:00Z Even if the monument was found to be a public nuisance, Weimer’s action was unjustified because there was no emergency requiring its immediate removal, Eddy’s ruling said. Man convicted of pulling down Montana religious monument 2020-11-24T05:00:00Z "Who and how many people you invite in to your home is your business, unlike outdoor gatherings which may receive a police response if disorderly or other violations of public nuisance laws occur." New York county says it won't enforce Cuomo's limit on Thanksgiving gatherings 2020-11-16T05:00:00Z Last week, a Brooklyn federal judge dismissed a separate lawsuit accusing Amazon of creating a public nuisance at the Staten Island facility. Fired Amazon worker files discrimination lawsuit over pandemic conditions 2020-11-12T05:00:00Z District Court judge who ruled that the public nuisance claims made by the Rhode Island attorney general’s office are all made under state statutes and are not preempted by federal laws. Rhode Island climate change suit remains in state court 2020-10-30T04:00:00Z Chamber of Commerce argued there was “no basis in Oklahoma law” for the way the state’s public nuisance statute was applied in this case, according to The Oklahoman. US Chamber supports appeal of $465M Oklahoma opioid judgment 2020-10-09T04:00:00Z City commissioners voted 4-1 Thursday to approve an ordinance that uses an existing state public nuisance law to give police the authority to issue up to a $500 ticket to violators, the Lawrence Journal-World reported. Lawrence ordinance makes it easier to crack down on partiers 2020-09-18T04:00:00Z It was filed under the state’s public nuisance law, which the state attorney general used last year to force opioid drug maker Johnson & Johnson to pay the state $465 million in damages. Woman, 105, who surprised 1921 Tulsa race massacre leads lawsuit seeking reparations 2020-09-02T04:00:00Z The lawsuit was filed under the state’s public nuisance law, which the state attorney general used last year to force opioid drug maker Johnson & Johnson to pay the state $465 million in damages. Attorneys file lawsuit seeking redress for Tulsa massacre 2020-09-01T04:00:00Z “What is going on nowadays is more about provocation and public nuisance than bringing power to the people,” Garcia told the Detroit Free Press. Detroit protesters sue to try to stop police tactics 2020-08-31T04:00:00Z The public policy foundation that advocates for limited government said it will argue that the public nuisance statute is unconstitutionally vague and that the trial court’s ruling violates constitutional guarantees of freedom of speech. US Chamber supports appeal of $465M Oklahoma opioid judgment 2020-10-09T04:00:00Z The man is facing seven charges, including inciting others to commit public nuisance, arson and criminal damage, Mr. Tam said. China Captures Hong Kong Activists Fleeing to Taiwan by Sea 2020-08-28T04:00:00Z The plaintiffs want the defendants to “abate the public nuisance of racial disparities, economic inequalities, insecurity, and trauma their unlawful actions and omissions caused in 1921 and continue to cause 99 years after the massacre.” Woman, 105, who surprised 1921 Tulsa race massacre leads lawsuit seeking reparations 2020-09-02T04:00:00Z The plaintiffs want the defendants to “abate the public nuisance of racial disparities, economic inequalities, insecurity, and trauma their unlawful actions sand omissions caused in 1921 and continue to cause 99 years after the massacre.” Attorneys file lawsuit seeking redress for Tulsa massacre 2020-09-01T04:00:00Z The lawsuit accuses HCA Healthcare and Riverside Community Hospital of creating a public nuisance “through knowing and reckless acts and omissions” that increased the risk of coronavirus infection and led to two employees’ deaths. Lawsuit accuses nation’s largest hospital firm of not protecting workers from covid-19 2020-08-20T04:00:00Z Patrick Morrisey’s lawsuits allege violations of the state’s Consumer Credit and Protection Act and conduct that caused a public nuisance. West Virginia AG sues Walmart, CVS over opioid pill flood 2020-08-18T04:00:00Z Former Mayor Richard M. Daley led an effort to sue gun manufacturers for creating a public nuisance in Chicago and other cities; the case was tossed out of court. Bill Barr has done this before 2020-08-01T04:00:00Z After the rollout of the rules, Mr. Tai, who was convicted of public nuisance for his role in protests in 2014, helped organize the recent primary vote for the pro-democracy camp. With Security Law as a Cudgel, Beijing Cracks Down on Hong Kong 2020-07-31T04:00:00Z Tai was jailed last year on public nuisance charges for leading the civil disobedience movement. 'Like in the Cultural Revolution': Hong Kong's educators fear being purged 2020-07-31T04:00:00Z He was sentenced to 16 months in prison last year for two public nuisance offences, but released on bail pending an appeal - a conviction that prompted HKU to begin reviewing his position. Hong Kong University sacks veteran democracy activist 2020-07-28T04:00:00Z On this date in 1892, the Mexican band was declared a public nuisance by the Phoenix City Council because it practiced all day and played all night. Arizona history July 5-11 2020-07-01T04:00:00Z Staffordshire Police detained the men, aged between 19 and 24, on suspicion of conspiring to commit a public nuisance as raves were anticipated. Five arrested in crackdown on lockdown raves 2020-06-21T04:00:00Z Leaks from abandoned wells have long been recognized as an environmental problem, a health hazard and a public nuisance. Special Report: Millions of abandoned oil wells are leaking methane, a climate menace 2020-06-16T04:00:00Z Shiu, also jailed last year for “inciting public nuisance” in the occupy protests, was removed from teaching duty in January while the university launched disciplinary proceedings linked to his conviction. 'Like in the Cultural Revolution': Hong Kong's educators fear being purged 2020-07-31T04:00:00Z The men were also detained on suspicion of causing a public nuisance and were taken into custody. Two hundred at illegal woodland rave 2020-06-06T04:00:00Z Sports car owners seeking social media fame are "causing a public nuisance" by loudly revving their engines, a councillor said. Fame-seeking supercar drivers 'annoying villagers' 2020-06-05T04:00:00Z The lawsuit filed by Attorney General Patrick Morrisey alleges violations of the state’s Consumer Credit and Protection Act and conduct that caused a public nuisance. West Virginia sues Rite-Aid, Walgreens over pain pill flood 2020-06-04T04:00:00Z “Who wants to be accused of maintaining a public nuisance? It just sounds awful,” he said. COVID-19 lawsuit takes on McDonald's like it was a rowdy bar 2020-05-26T04:00:00Z Gov. Ned Lamont on Monday made it easier for law enforcement to legally enforce social distancing and other orders by expanding the definition of what is legally considered a public nuisance. Police look to educate before enforcing distancing rules 2020-05-22T04:00:00Z Police posted a notice on the building that its nonessential use created a public nuisance. Court upholds California ban on church services in coronavirus pandemic 2020-05-06T04:00:00Z Police posted a notice on the building that it’s nonessential use was a public nuisance. Court upholds California ban on church services in pandemic 2020-05-05T04:00:00Z She asked that the plant be declared a public nuisance. Donald Trump doesn’t give a damn about workers 2020-05-04T04:00:00Z The Alabama attorney general’s office filed the suit, saying Tyson was negligent “by causing a public nuisance,” AL.com reported. Alabama sues Tyson Foods over wastewater spill, fish kill 2020-04-30T04:00:00Z The complaint also seeks to test a novel legal question: whether health hazards at the plant present a public nuisance. Missouri Pork Plant Workers Say They Can’t Cover Mouths to Cough 2020-04-24T04:00:00Z The Chinese are guilty of being public nuisance and engaging in dangerous activities and breach of duty for allowing the spread, the suit also alleges. Pompeo: China withholding virus samples 2020-04-22T04:00:00Z During a hearing last week in the case, Orange County Superior Court Judge Thomas Delaney said he wasn’t swayed by the city’s argument that the county’s efforts would turn the building into a public nuisance. O.C. can use Laguna Hills hotel as homeless shelter amid coronavirus outbreak, judge rules 2020-04-20T04:00:00Z Dyfed-Powys Police said he was the first person in the force area to be arrested for causing a public nuisance with regards to the restrictions. Man arrested for sixth coronavirus lockdown breach 2020-04-11T04:00:00Z Nessel has filed a separate lawsuit demanding the shutdown of the existing Line 5 as a public nuisance and environmental hazard. Enbridge seeks permits to build Great Lakes oil tunnel 2020-04-08T04:00:00Z Officers have posted a “notice of public nuisance” on the church’s main entrance, city spokesman Jeff Hood told the Bee. Officials losing patience with coronavirus scofflaws 2020-04-04T04:00:00Z Stevenson, of Aylesbury, was jailed by Oxford magistrates after pleading guilty to causing a public nuisance. Man jailed after hospital visit social media boast 2020-04-02T04:00:00Z The alleged violations include vapor leaks, creating a public nuisance by discharging air contaminants and a failure to comply with rules to minimize flaring, the burn-off of excess gas that sends pollution into the air. Fire exploded from part of Carson refinery recently cited for workplace safety issues 2020-02-27T05:00:00Z The litigation levies an array of allegations against the companies, including public nuisance, breach of express warranty, defective product liability, negligence and failure to warn of the harms caused by single-use plastic packaging. Lawsuit in California targets plastics pollution from Coca-Cola, Pepsi and other companies 2020-02-26T05:00:00Z The lawsuit contends the town and the school board were negligent, created a public nuisance and breached their fiduciary duty. Student sues school system over trauma reminders 2020-02-20T05:00:00Z The agency alleges that the fuel created a public nuisance. California teachers sue following Delta fuel dump over Los Angeles-area schools 2020-01-18T05:00:00Z He earnestly uses words such as “buddy” and “friend” to describe his relationship with the people he helps, who unfortunately, he said, are too often treated by society like public nuisances. Safety ambassadors offer helping hand to those in need 2020-01-12T05:00:00Z McNabb’s sentence will run consecutively with his earlier sentence for child neglect and another for maintaining a public nuisance. Man sentenced to 10 years for threatening county prosecutor 2020-01-07T05:00:00Z It says the company violated the state’s Consumer Protection Act, was negligent and a public nuisance. Washington state sues Johnson & Johnson over opioid crisis 2020-01-02T05:00:00Z Five years earlier, a California city declared a factory which makes the spicy sauce a public nuisance, after residents nearby complained about the smell. Sriracha recall over 'exploding' bottle fears 2019-12-27T05:00:00Z The leash law in Pearl River County requires all animals to be fenced in or restrained on a leash, or otherwise be considered a public nuisance, according to the outlet. US veteran finds note in mailbox saying his beloved dog was shot dead because she didn't have a leash on 2019-12-24T05:00:00Z “They knowingly and deliberately distributed drugs in our state without controls. This was not only negligent. It was unlawful, a public nuisance.” Michigan sues four firms including Walgreens over deadly opioid epidemic 2019-12-17T05:00:00Z The company also maintains the judge misapplied the state’s public nuisance laws in reaching his decision. Oklahoma appeals judge’s $465 million order in opioid case 2019-12-16T05:00:00Z The company argues in an appeal filed Monday that the judge misapplied the state’s public nuisance laws in reaching his decision. Johnson & Johnson appeals Oklahoma judge’s opioid ruling 2019-12-10T05:00:00Z The lawsuit accused Veolia of “professional negligence, negligence, public nuisance, unjust enrichment and fraud”. 'This will come back and bite us': water company and city officials knew about Flint lead risk 2019-12-10T05:00:00Z In March, the city of Winston-Salem declared its Confederate monument to be a public nuisance and took the statue down. N.C. ban on removal of Confederate monuments is challenged as local councils continue to bring down statues 2019-11-29T05:00:00Z The New York attorney general’s office is seeking a permanent injunction against Juul and an order forcing the company to pay into an abatement fund to rid of the “public nuisance it caused,” James said. New York attorney general sues Juul for deceptive marketing 2019-11-19T05:00:00Z The lawsuits claim the companies created a public nuisance by producing the fossil fuels that contributed to global warming. Factbox: Lawsuits over climate change proliferate across the United States 2019-11-07T05:00:00Z They also hope that federal courts will rule that federal law displaces the plaintiffs’ central legal theory, that the companies can be held responsible under state law for creating a public nuisance. Supreme Court Lets Climate Change Lawsuit Proceed 2019-10-22T04:00:00Z In August, an Oklahoma judge found that health care giant Johnson & Johnson helped fuel the opioid crisis and ordered the company to pay the state $572 million on a public nuisance claim. Drug companies reach tentative $260M deal to settle opioid lawsuits 2019-10-21T04:00:00Z They argue that deluge created a “public nuisance” that endangered residents’ health and are seeking $7.2 billion to pay for drug treatment, health care, emergency services and other costs of remedies. High-profile trial over who should pay for the opioid crisis begins Wednesday 2019-10-15T04:00:00Z A former Paralympic cyclist accused of climbing on to the top of a British Airways plane and gluing himself to it appeared in court on Saturday – and denied causing a public nuisance. Climate rebels open new fronts across capital as protests escalate 2019-10-12T04:00:00Z A former Paralympian accused of gluing himself to the top of a plane has denied causing a public nuisance. Protester denies plane glue stunt nuisance charge 2019-10-12T04:00:00Z Others earlier headed to Westminster magistrates court, where the Paralympian James Brown denied causing a public nuisance by climbing on top of a passenger plane at London City airport on Tuesday. Extinction Rebellion arrests near 1,300 after Billingsgate protest 2019-10-12T04:00:00Z The city sued Ballyhoo Media in March, claiming the floating billboards created a “public nuisance” and broke zoning laws. Agreement keeps floating billboards out of NYC waters 2019-10-08T04:00:00Z The district said it's been forced to pay for "significant resources combating this public nuisance of defendant's creation" and will continue to do so. E-cigarette maker Juul sued by school districts in Kansas, Missouri and New York 2019-10-08T04:00:00Z The capital’s Metropolitan Police say the arrests on suspicion of conspiracy to cause a public nuisance took place Saturday and Sunday. London police arrest 21 climate activists; protests heat up 2019-10-07T04:00:00Z In a bid to pre-empt the action, on Saturday police raided a warehouse in south London and arrested nine activists, charging them with conspiracy to cause a public nuisance and obstruct the highway. How Extinction Rebellion put the world on red alert 2019-10-06T04:00:00Z The ordinance would classify attracting or feeding wildlife as a public nuisance. Cannon Beach bans feeding wild animals 2019-10-03T04:00:00Z The statement also called on opioid manufacturers and distributors to “quickly accept accountability for creating a public nuisance and conspiring to overwhelm America’s cities, towns and counties with highly addictive opioids.” Judge in landmark opioid trial declines to step aside 2019-09-26T04:00:00Z The company filed an appeal with the Oklahoma Supreme Court on Wednesday, arguing the ruling was an “unprecedented interpretation of Oklahoma public nuisance law.” Johnson & Johnson appeals Oklahoma’s $572M opioid ruling 2019-09-26T04:00:00Z The company filed an appeal with the Oklahoma Supreme Court on Wednesday, arguing the ruling was an “unprecedented interpretation of Oklahoma public nuisance law.” Johnson & Johnson appeals Oklahoma’s $572M opioid ruling 2019-09-26T04:00:00Z He is currently in custody on suspicion of public nuisance offences. Serial burping 999 call suspect arrested 2019-09-24T04:00:00Z While other states use slightly different language — and some have no such law — the notion of “public nuisance” has become a legal principle broadly shared across state lines. Who's to blame for the nation's opioid crisis? Massive trial may answer that question 2019-09-18T04:00:00Z Roger Hallam, a co-founder of the Extinction Rebellion group which blocked streets in central London this year, was charged with attempting to cause a public nuisance, London’s Metropolitan police said in a statement. UK police charge climate activist over Heathrow protest 2019-09-16T04:00:00Z Mr Hallam faces one charge of conspiring to cause a public nuisance between 1 August and 14 September. Activist charged over Heathrow drone plan 2019-09-16T04:00:00Z “A favorable ruling is certainly good news for the climate public nuisance plaintiffs but the remaining lift necessary for the climate plaintiffs to prevail remains considerable.” Analysis | The Energy 202: Here's why lawyers suing oil companies are following the opioid cases 2019-09-03T04:00:00Z Amsterdam has another problem: in addition to overcrowding, crime and public nuisance, window-based sex workers are increasingly subjected to leering crowds with smartphone cameras. Drive-thru brothels: why cities are building 'sexual infrastructure' 2019-09-02T04:00:00Z Farmers who install large chicken houses or hog confinements will become immune from public nuisance lawsuits after two years, but the new law contains plenty of loopholes that would allow neighbors file a court claim. Revenge porn, abortion laws among new laws taking effect 2019-09-01T04:00:00Z On Monday, the judge in the case ordered Johnson & Johnson, the one remaining defendant, to pay $572 million for creating a public nuisance in the state with its over-promotion of opioid pain medicines. Sackler family backs $11.5-billion Purdue opioid settlement 2019-08-28T04:00:00Z He ordered the company to pay the state $572 million for breaching the state's “public nuisance” law. US drug czar James Carroll calls out drug companies for role in opioid crisis 2019-08-27T04:00:00Z And in 2011, the Supreme Court unanimously decided against a public nuisance suit brought against a group of electric utilities from eight states and New York City. Analysis | The Energy 202: Here's why lawyers suing oil companies are following the opioid cases 2019-09-03T04:00:00Z Oklahoma convinced the judge that Johnson & Johnson misled consumers about the risks of opioids creating a public nuisance — one of the claims being advanced in the Ohio litigation. Oklahoma Johnson & Johnson verdict figures to impact other opioid lawsuits 2019-08-27T04:00:00Z Legally, the trial centered on the state’s perhaps unprecedented claim the drug company created a public nuisance in the state of Oklahoma. Johnson & Johnson ordered to pay $572 million for its role in Oklahoma’s opioid crisis 2019-08-26T04:00:00Z Oklahoma’s public nuisance statute is relatively broad, and the state argued that Johnson & Johnson substantially interfered with public health. Johnson & Johnson Ordered to Pay $572 Million in Landmark Opioid Trial 2019-08-26T04:00:00Z The company's lawyers argued that the state's case rested on a "radical" interpretation of the state's public nuisance law. Landmark ruling hits opioid firm with $572m fine 2019-08-26T04:00:00Z The state’s lawyers called J&J an opioid “kingpin” and argued that its marketing efforts created a public nuisance as doctors over-prescribed the drugs, leading to a surge in overdose deaths in Oklahoma. Oklahoma judge to rule in $17 billion opioid lawsuit against J&J 2019-08-26T04:00:00Z But Jennifer Braceras, director of the Independent Women’s Forum Center for Law & Liberty, said the Oklahoma verdict distorts public nuisance law beyond recognition. Oklahoma Johnson & Johnson verdict figures to impact other opioid lawsuits 2019-08-27T04:00:00Z Earlier this year, Kureya was one of two comedians arrested for public nuisance after appearing in a comic sketch wearing a police uniform. Zimbabwean comedian goes into hiding after abduction and beating 2019-08-23T04:00:00Z Johnson & Johnson’s lawyers contended that the state was contorting public nuisance law to the point of being unrecognizable. Johnson & Johnson Ordered to Pay $572 Million in Landmark Opioid Trial 2019-08-26T04:00:00Z Led by Attorney General Mike Hunter, Oklahoma claims the company helped create a public nuisance by aggressively marketing its painkillers and downplaying the risk of addiction. Oklahoma judge expected to rule Monday in opioid case 2019-08-21T04:00:00Z Lawyers for New Jersey-based J&J argued in court papers that the state’s case rests on a “radical” interpretation of the state’s public nuisance law. Oklahoma judge to rule in $17 billion opioid lawsuit against J&J 2019-08-26T04:00:00Z Lawyers for New Jersey-based J&J also contend in court papers that the state’s case rests on “radical theories” disconnected from more than a century of court cases interpreting the state’s public nuisance law. Oklahoma judge to rule on Monday in opioid lawsuit against J&J 2019-08-21T04:00:00Z Orange County Cemetery District General Manager Tim Deutsch reportedly stated the protesters’ paint job had made the monument “an unsightly public nuisance.” Confederate monuments: Where are they now? 2019-08-18T04:00:00Z In a statement, they said: “While public nuisance laws differ in every state, this decision is a critical step forward.” Johnson & Johnson Ordered to Pay $572 Million in Landmark Opioid Trial 2019-08-26T04:00:00Z Wilson claims the companies violated the Unfair Trade Practices Act and were public nuisances. SC Attorney General sues opioid distributors 2019-08-16T04:00:00Z In a Feb. 13 letter, Hagan notified Gross and Hussle that criminal activity at the strip mall was creating a public nuisance. Nipsey Hussle died in the Marathon Clothing lot. Will his legacy die there too? 2019-08-13T04:00:00Z A Manhattan Beach house painted bright pink with yellow emojis is the flash point of a dramatic ongoing feud between the homeowner and neighbors who say it’s a public nuisance. Newsletter: Essential California Week in Review: Violence in Orange County 2019-08-10T04:00:00Z An “emoji house” feud has erupted in Manhattan Beach, where residents say the bright-pink painted house is a public nuisance — and an act of retaliation against a resident who reported illegal short-term rentals. Newsletter: For the Joshua trees of Joshua Tree National Park, time may be running out 2019-08-07T04:00:00Z Eight leaders of the 2014 movement were sentenced this year to up to 16 months in prison on charges of public nuisance offenses, in what critics called an apparent effort to intimidate other activists. China warns Hong Kong protesters not to 'play with fire' as demonstrators 'prepared to die for the movement' 2019-08-06T04:00:00Z The protesters, aged between 18 and 73, were charged with offences including public nuisance, disobeying lawful directions and obstructing police, he said. Police charge 72 demonstrators over Australian climate rally 2019-08-06T04:00:00Z But the state’s lawyers said applying the state’s public nuisance statute to the epidemic was not an unprecedented expansion of the law. Oklahoma makes final bid to hold J&J responsible for opioid epidemic 2019-07-31T04:00:00Z He called the leaked video "a much more serious criminal offense" than the public nuisance charge his client faces when speaking to reporters outside a Cypriot courthouse Tuesday. Lawyer for British woman who made false rape claim suggests she is a victim of a ‘more serious’ crime 2019-07-31T04:00:00Z Cypriot Lawyer Yiannis Habaris, who represents two of the seven Israelis, told The Associated Press on Sunday the British woman has been arrested and faces a public nuisance charge. Lawyer: Cyprus will free 7 Israelis detained in rape case 2019-07-28T04:00:00Z Cuyahoga and Summit also argue that drug distributors created a “public nuisance” that endangered the health of their residents — a problem those companies must pay to help abate. Opioid makers say there’s no proof they are responsible for the epidemic’s harms 2019-07-24T04:00:00Z The public nuisance argument is the same one made by the state of Oklahoma in a seven-week trial against Johnson & Johnson that concluded last week. The biggest civil trial in U.S. history will start with these Ohio counties 2019-07-21T04:00:00Z Two Ohio counties are telling a judge that there’s no doubt the nationwide opioid crisis qualifies by law as a public nuisance. The Latest: Counties want opioid crisis declared ‘nuisance’ 2019-07-19T04:00:00Z On Monday, Johnson & Johnson argued that Oklahoma’s attempt to sue it under a public nuisance statute was wrong because the law was intended to address problems such as property disputes. Johnson & Johnson to face multi-billion dollar lawsuit over opioids crisis 2019-07-08T04:00:00Z “This is new territory, and even plaintiffs admit that this is not the usual application of public nuisance,” said Ausness, who said such claims typically involve interference with the rights of the general public. Oklahoma presses opioid case against Johnson & Johnson 2019-07-04T04:00:00Z In April this year, nine leaders of those protests were found guilty of inciting others to cause a public nuisance. How apps power Hong Kong's leaderless protests 2019-06-29T04:00:00Z Oklahoma’s public nuisance lawsuit against consumer products giant Johnson & Johnson is continuing. Oklahoma judge signs state’s $85M settlement with drugmaker 2019-06-24T04:00:00Z He was arrested for “further public nuisance,” he said. Australian detective interrupts his own news conference to rugby tackle fleeing suspect 2019-06-19T04:00:00Z A 22-year-old who was identified as the administrator of a Telegram group sharing information about the protests, was also arrested on "public nuisance" charges. Young, radical and ready for tear gas 2019-06-17T04:00:00Z Hunter himself was critical of cities such as New York and San Francisco using public nuisance claims to abate damage from climate change. Oklahoma presses opioid case against Johnson & Johnson 2019-07-04T04:00:00Z In April, nine leaders of a 2014 pro-democracy protest movement known as the Umbrella Revolution were convicted on public nuisance and other charges. Hong Kong’s chief executive faces growing pressure to delay Chinese extradition bill 2019-06-14T04:00:00Z Tai and Chan are now in jail for conspiracy to cause a public nuisance and inciting others to cause a public nuisance. Hong Kong activists warn of violence if protests are ignored 2019-06-14T04:00:00Z The charge of inciting others to cause a public nuisance carries a maximum penalty of seven years in prison. Hong Kong's digital battle: tech that helped protesters now used against them 2019-06-14T04:00:00Z On Tuesday, the administrator of a Telegram group with 30,000 members was arrested for conspiracy to commit public nuisance, according to local media reports. Hong Kong: Battered flowers show support 2019-06-13T04:00:00Z Some of the organisers have since been jailed on public nuisance charges. Hong Kong leader criticises 'organised riots' 2019-06-12T04:00:00Z In April, nine leaders of a 2014 pro-democracy protest movement known as the “Umbrella Revolution” were convicted on public nuisance and other charges. Q&A: Why bill proposed in Hong Kong set off huge protests 2019-06-12T04:00:00Z In April, nine leaders of a 2014 pro-democracy protest movement known as the "Umbrella Revolution" were convicted on public nuisance and other charges. Hong Kong braces for more strife in the streets as controversial extradition bill advances 2019-06-11T04:00:00Z For the next eight hours, the police, with a warrant for Ip’s arrest on suspicion of conspiracy to cause a public nuisance, raided his room and questioned him at home and at the police station. Hong Kong's digital battle: tech that helped protesters now used against them 2019-06-14T04:00:00Z In April, nine leaders of a 2014 pro-democracy protest known as the "Umbrella Revolution" were convicted on public nuisance and other charges. Q&A: Why hundreds of thousands protested in Hong Kong 2019-06-10T04:00:00Z The city eventually dropped its public nuisance lawsuit, allowing production to continue. 'The pepper makes the product': inside Sriracha's spicy lawsuit 2019-06-05T04:00:00Z The 44-year-old was arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to cause a public nuisance. Arrest over protest outside energy plant 2019-06-05T04:00:00Z The state claims J&J’s actions created an oversupply of painkillers and a public nuisance that will cost $12.7 billion to $17.5 billion to remedy over the next 20 to 30 years. Overdose victim's father to testify in Oklahoma opioid trial of J&J 2019-05-29T04:00:00Z The Game Farm filed the motion in March to dismiss state public nuisance and animal cruelty claims. Judge rejects Washington state game farm dismissal request 2019-05-29T04:00:00Z But Johnson & Johnson argues that the public nuisance law does not apply in this instance. Johnson & Johnson in billion-dollar opioid trial 2019-05-28T04:00:00Z The state claims the companies’ actions created an oversupply of painkillers and a public nuisance that will cost $12.7 billion to $17.5 billion to remedy. Oklahoma, Johnson & Johnson face off in first opioid crisis trial 2019-05-28T04:00:00Z The state will seek to convince Cleveland County District Judge Thad Balkman to find that the companies created a public nuisance by using deceptive marking that downplayed their drugs’ addictive risks while overstating their benefits. Oklahoma takes on drugmakers J&J, Teva in landmark opioid trial 2019-05-24T04:00:00Z Wisconsin’s lawsuit, filed in Dane County Circuit Court, seeks a permanent injunction, abatement of the public nuisance, and civil penalties. Five more US states sue Purdue Pharma over its role in opioid crisis 2019-05-16T04:00:00Z Now the town of Hillsborough, California, is suing her, claiming the property is a “public nuisance”. US briefing: Iran, Mueller's testimony and Louisiana's 'cancer town' 2019-05-06T04:00:00Z Some protesters said they showed up to support nine activists who were convicted earlier this month of public nuisance charges related to the 2014 event. Hong Kong residents protest at plans for extradition to China 2019-04-28T04:00:00Z A court in Hong Kong sentenced eight leaders of the 2014 pro-democracy protests to up to 16 months in prison for public nuisance offenses. AP Photos: Editor selections from the past week in Asia 2019-04-25T04:00:00Z Five other defendants were also sentenced on Wednesday on related public nuisance charges. Hong Kong Umbrella Movement Leaders Are Sentenced to Prison 2019-04-24T04:00:00Z A court sentenced two professors who founded the movement, Benny Tai and Chan Kin-man, to 16 months imprisonment on public nuisance charges. Hong Kong court imprisons ‘Umbrella Movement’ leaders for up to 16 months 2019-04-24T04:00:00Z A court in Hong Kong handed down prison sentences of up to 16 months Wednesday to eight leaders of massive 2014 pro-democracy protests convicted on public nuisance charges. Hong Kong sentences leaders of 2014 ‘Umbrella Movement’ democracy protests to prison 2019-04-24T04:00:00Z The public nuisance trial is considered the most significant legal maneuver by authorities to punish those involved in the 2014 Occupy demonstrations, which pushed for genuine, full democracy in Hong Kong. Four Hong Kong 'Occupy' leaders jailed for 2014 democracy protests 2019-04-24T04:00:00Z The group were found guilty earlier this month on rarely used colonial-era public nuisance charges for their roles in the 2014 protests calling for free elections, the largest civil disobedience movement in the city’s history. 'Umbrella nine' Hong Kong pro-democracy leaders sentenced to jail 2019-04-24T04:00:00Z A court in Hong Kong handed down prison sentences of up to 16 months to eight leaders of massive 2014 pro-democracy protests after they were convicted last month of public nuisance offenses. The Latest: Hong Kong protest organizers sentenced 2019-04-23T04:00:00Z Law professor Benny Tai, 54, and retired sociologist Chan Kin-man, 60, were each jailed for 16 months for conspiracy to commit public nuisance. Hong Kong pro-democracy 'Occupy' activists jailed for role in mass... 2019-04-23T04:00:00Z They were convicted of charges including conspiracy and incitement of public nuisance, charges with the sole purpose of chilling free speech and assembly and marginalizing the pro-democracy movement. Opinion | Hong Kong's new extradition laws open the gates to Chinese repression 2019-04-16T04:00:00Z Shiu was also jailed on a public nuisance charge, but Chung, Cheung and Lee avoided jail time and walked free from the dock, where they were embraced by supporters, some of whom shouted. Four Hong Kong 'Occupy' leaders jailed for 2014 democracy protests 2019-04-24T04:00:00Z Trespassing, police say, is mostly a civil offence, although night climbing can be considered a "public nuisance". The secret tradition of night climbing 2019-04-10T04:00:00Z A court in Hong Kong is preparing to sentence nine leaders of massive 2014 pro-democracy protests convicted last month of public nuisance offenses. The Latest: Hong Kong protest organizers sentenced 2019-04-23T04:00:00Z The trio were found guilty of conspiracy to commit public nuisance over their leading role in planning and mobilizing supporters during the 79-day protest. Hong Kong pro-democracy 'Occupy' activists jailed for role in mass... 2019-04-23T04:00:00Z A court found nine leaders of Hong Kong’s 2014 pro-democracy movement guilty Tuesday of charges including conspiracy and inciting a public nuisance. World Digest: April 9, 2019 2019-04-09T04:00:00Z A court found them guilty of public nuisance charges on April 9, with the judge ruling that, while civil disobedience is allowed in Hong Kong, it couldn’t excuse an illegal act. Four Hong Kong 'Occupy' leaders jailed for 2014 democracy protests 2019-04-24T04:00:00Z In a Hong Kong court Tuesday afternoon, barristers in black robes and curly white wigs spoke for hours in British-accented English on legal precedence in cases of public nuisance. 9 democracy activists convicted in Umbrella Movement trial in Hong Kong 2019-04-09T04:00:00Z The three were convicted of conspiracy to commit public nuisance. 9 Hong Kong Democracy Advocates Convicted for Role in 2014 Protests 2019-04-08T04:00:00Z The three Occupy leaders faced three charges each of conspiracy to cause public nuisance, incitement to cause public nuisance and incitement to incite public nuisance. Hong Kong 'Umbrella Movement' protesters found guilty over pro-democracy rallies 2019-04-08T04:00:00Z Tai and Chan were also found guilty of incitement to commit public nuisance. Hong Kong Occupy leaders found guilty for role in mass rallies 2019-04-08T04:00:00Z The motion says Hunter will continue to pursue allegations that the drugmakers created a public nuisance. Oklahoma drops some claims against opioid manufacturers 2019-04-04T04:00:00Z He was remanded in custody after he admitted causing a public nuisance. Brexiteer admits Eurostar station protest 2019-04-01T04:00:00Z Mr. Tai and Mr. Chan were also convicted of incitement to commit public nuisance. 9 Hong Kong Democracy Advocates Convicted for Role in 2014 Protests 2019-04-08T04:00:00Z George Garret Frost pleaded guilty to a charge of being a public nuisance on a roadway, a petty misdemeanor. Man pleads guilty in road rage case involving Olympian 2019-03-27T04:00:00Z The lawsuit alleges Cardinal Health, Inc. and McKesson Corporation committed unfair and deceptive acts and practices, were negligent, and that their behavior constitutes a public nuisance. Vermont sues 2 prescription opioid distributors 2019-03-26T04:00:00Z All but one of the 29 admitted causing public nuisance. Bike gang sentenced over city rampage 2019-03-18T04:00:00Z The lawsuit brought by the state of Tennessee claims Purdue’s marketing violates the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act and constitutes a public nuisance. Judge: Tennessee case against Purdue Pharma can move forward 2019-02-27T05:00:00Z The state contends that the drug manufacturers’ deceptive marketing of their products set off the epidemic and created a “public nuisance” that injured or endangered the health of Oklahoma citizens. Oklahoma could provide first test of who will pay for the opioid crisis — and how much 2019-02-19T05:00:00Z They include: that the companies conspired; committed fraud; were negligent; violated public nuisance laws — this last being a relatively recent, novel way for communities to redress health crises. Opioid Lawsuits Are Headed to Trial. Here's Why the Stakes Are Getting Uglier. 2019-01-30T05:00:00Z After two vandalism incidents in less than 1 ½ years and confrontations over Confederate monuments elsewhere, the city attorney believes it creates a public nuisance. Confederate statue supporters to rally over removal request 2019-01-04T05:00:00Z Considering that and the confrontations over Confederate monuments elsewhere, the city attorney believes it creates a public nuisance. City orders Daughters of the Confederacy to remove monument 2019-01-02T05:00:00Z The judge partially agreed, though he hasn’t yet ruled on the conspiracy and public nuisance claims, which have a longer shelf life. Bankruptcy on the table as Boy Scouts confront sex abuse claims 2018-12-24T05:00:00Z He was accused of promoting enmity between different groups on grounds of religion and race in a place of worship, insulting religious feelings and creating "public nuisance". Man jailed for temple tweets released 2018-12-06T05:00:00Z The Hopi Tribe sued the city of Flagstaff in 2011, arguing the city’s sale of reclaimed wastewater to the ski resort for snowmaking causes a public nuisance. The Latest: Hopi Tribe loses legal battle against snowmaking 2018-11-29T05:00:00Z The Hopi Tribe sued the city of Flagstaff, arguing the city’s sale of wastewater to the Arizona Snowbowl causes a public nuisance. High court to rule on Hopi Tribe’s challenge to snowmaking 2018-11-29T05:00:00Z The three men pleaded not guilty on Monday to a charge of conspiracy to commit public nuisance. Hong Kong Activists Face Trial Over 2014 Pro-Democracy Protests 2018-11-19T05:00:00Z This month, prosecutors are set to try nine leaders of the 2014 protests on “public nuisance” charges. Hong Kong literary event with Beijing critic mired in controversy as worries over political freedom grow 2018-11-09T05:00:00Z It includes one count of “causing, threatening or allowing air pollution” and one count of public nuisance carrying a health risk at its Willowbrook plant. DuPage County Sterigenics plant faces air pollution lawsuit 2018-10-30T04:00:00Z The Hopi Tribe sued the city of Flagstaff in 2011, arguing the city’s sale of reclaimed wastewater to the ski resort for snowmaking causes a public nuisance. The Latest: Hopi Tribe loses legal battle against snowmaking 2018-11-29T05:00:00Z Robert, a 56-year-old grandfather, appeared in magistrate court in London on Friday, where he pleaded guilty to causing a public nuisance. French 'Spider-Man' banned from climbing buildings in Britain 2018-10-27T04:00:00Z Mr. Robert remained in custody on Thursday evening, charged with causing a public nuisance, according to the police. French ‘Spider-Man,’ Alain Robert, Is Charged for London Tower Climb 2018-10-25T04:00:00Z City of London police said they arrested a 56-year-old man on suspicion of causing public nuisance. 'French Spiderman' arrested after scaling London tower 2018-10-25T04:00:00Z City of London Police said a 56-year-old man was arrested for “causing public nuisance.” ‘French Spiderman’ arrested after scaling London skyscraper 2018-10-25T04:00:00Z Ten California cities and counties sued the companies for creating a “public nuisance” by promoting lead paint. Supreme Court rejects lead-paint makers’ appeals in $400 million case 2018-10-15T04:00:00Z The ruling in the lead paint case arose when 10 California local governments, including Los Angeles County, brought a “public nuisance” suit against the companies that once sold lead paint. Supreme Court lets stand California ruling holding lead paint makers liable for $400-million cleanup cost - Los Angeles Times 2018-10-15T04:00:00Z A Santa Clara County judge found lead paint to be a public nuisance and required the companies to pay $1.15 billion for abatement. Supreme Court won’t take up lead paint issue from California 2018-10-15T04:00:00Z The filings claim the firms created a public nuisance by manufacturing and distributing prescription painkillers that left 64,000 people dead in the United States in 2016 alone. Ventura County to sue drug makers over opioid epidemic 2018-10-10T04:00:00Z County officials sued Beckwitt over the property’s condition, calling it unsafe and a “public nuisance.” Daniel Beckwitt sued by Askia Khafra’s parents over secret tunnels fire death 2018-09-13T04:00:00Z “I became a public nuisance. I want to show the community that I changed.” District Attorneys Dismantle Legacy of Tough Marijuana Enforcement 2018-09-08T04:00:00Z Honda Smith, the city’s public space enforcement officer, said Nguyen broke two city ordinances for being a public nuisance and issued the fine Tuesday. Connecticut restaurant owner fined over no dog pee sign 2018-09-06T04:00:00Z This week, the New York attorney general’s office filed another suit that accuses Purdue of operating a “public nuisance” in it sales tactics and marketing of opioids. Purdue Pharma’s sales pitch downplayed risks of opioid addiction 2018-08-25T04:00:00Z The temple lists four causes of action, including claims that the city maintained a dangerous condition on public property and allowed a public nuisance. Bel-Air synagogue sues L.A. over Skirball fire sparked at homeless encampment 2018-08-24T04:00:00Z The lawsuit says the suburban St. Louis County spends millions of dollars each year to combat the public nuisance created by opioid abuse. St. Charles County sues drug firms, distributors 2018-08-20T04:00:00Z Many people regard the pilgrims a public nuisance. The millions of Hindus walking across India 2018-08-09T04:00:00Z In India, where a compilation video shows young men and women across the subcontinent taking the challenge, the Mumbai police warned, somewhat tongue in cheek, “Desist from public nuisance or face the music!” In Kiki Challenge, Muddy Indian Farmers Show World How to Groove 2018-08-06T04:00:00Z Desist from public nuisance or face the music ! Kiki challenge: police warn against dangerous viral dance 2018-07-29T04:00:00Z A spokesman said the Commission intended to review the law on treason in 2008, alongside laws on kidnapping and public nuisance, but the treason element of the project was shelved. Does the Treason Act need updating? 2018-07-25T04:00:00Z The local governments asking the courts to intervene allege that higher sea levels brought about by climate change are a public nuisance. Local, county and state governments are suing oil companies over climate change 2018-07-17T04:00:00Z Nelms was jailed for 15 months after he admitted causing a public nuisance. Biker jailed for ride-out 'terror' 2018-07-14T04:00:00Z “The problem deserves a solution on a more vast scale than can be supplied by a district judge or jury in a public nuisance case.” Rhode Island sues oil industry over climate change 2018-07-02T04:00:00Z The lawsuit alleged that various oil companies had created a public nuisance in the state and failed to adequately warn customers, consumers and regulators about the risks posed by their products. Rhode Island sues major oil companies over climate change 2018-07-02T04:00:00Z Three major paint companies financed the initiative after court rulings declared lead paint to be a public nuisance and required them to pay for cleanup. Lawmakers announce deal to halt lead paint ballot measure 2018-06-28T04:00:00Z If anything, characterizing these catastrophes as a public nuisance is an understatement. Local, county and state governments are suing oil companies over climate change 2018-07-17T04:00:00Z It also accuses the company of creating an unlawful public nuisance. Va. AG Herring sues Purdue Pharma, maker of Oxycontin, blaming it for opioid crisis 2018-06-27T04:00:00Z Courts ruled that lead paint is a public nuisance and required the paint companies to pay for cleanup. The Latest: California counties sue over lead paint measure 2018-06-26T04:00:00Z The companies financed the initiative after court rulings declared lead paint to be a public nuisance and required them to pay for cleanup. California lead paint liability initiative heads to ballot 2018-06-26T04:00:00Z A Santa Clara County judge found lead paint to be a public nuisance and required the three companies to pay $1.15 billion for abatement. Lawmakers announce deal to halt lead paint ballot measure 2018-06-28T04:00:00Z “The problem deserves a solution on a more vast scale than can be supplied by a district judge or jury in a public nuisance case,” U.S. Judge throws out climate-change lawsuits against big oil companies 2018-06-26T04:00:00Z “The problem deserves a solution on a more vast scale than can be supplied by a district judge or jury in a public nuisance case,” Judge Alsup wrote in a 16-page opinion. Federal Judge Dismisses Cities’ Suit Against Oil Companies Over Costs of Climate Change 2018-06-26T04:00:00Z The paint companies financed the initiative after court rulings declared lead paint to be a public nuisance and required companies to pay for cleanup. The Latest: California counties sue over lead paint measure 2018-06-26T04:00:00Z It declares that lead paint is not a public nuisance and authorizes $2 billion in bond funding to be repaid from the state general fund. California lead paint liability initiative heads to ballot 2018-06-26T04:00:00Z The suits claim that petroleum products create a public nuisance by worsening sea-level rise. Sea Level Rise Will Threaten Thousands of California Homes 2018-06-18T04:00:00Z Matthew Pawa, a lawyer for the city, said the oil companies had contributed to a “public nuisance” under state law, defined as “an unreasonable interference with rights common to the public.” Oil majors ask U.S. judge to toss New York City climate lawsuit 2018-06-13T04:00:00Z “Reliable, affordable energy is not a public nuisance but a public necessity,” said R. Hewitt Pate, vice president and general counsel for Chevron. Federal Judge Dismisses Cities’ Suit Against Oil Companies Over Costs of Climate Change 2018-06-26T04:00:00Z The latest case involves a businessman from Brisbane, Australia, who has been charged with creating a public nuisance after reportedly fouling the same private path up to 30 times. What makes 'serial poopers' poo in public? 2018-06-09T04:00:00Z The real public nuisances in these progressive sanctuaries are vagrancy, public urination and open drug use that are all increasingly common. The Climate-Change Tort Racket 2018-06-08T04:00:00Z Macintosh was charged with being a public nuisance. A corporate executive led a secret double life — as Australia’s ‘poo jogger’ 2018-06-07T04:00:00Z He has been charged with one count of public nuisance. Man dubbed Australia's 'poo jogger' resigns from corporate role 2018-06-07T04:00:00Z The cities had relied on the area of public nuisance under state common law, which allows courts to hold parties responsible for actions that interfere with the use of property. Federal Judge Dismisses Cities’ Suit Against Oil Companies Over Costs of Climate Change 2018-06-26T04:00:00Z The initiative would declare that lead paint is not a public nuisance, even though the court found that it was. California Editorial Rdp 2018-05-30T04:00:00Z So the cities are now arguing that the mere production and promotion of fossil fuels create a public nuisance, and the suits are heading to court. The Climate-Change Tort Racket 2018-06-08T04:00:00Z “It appears we have become a dumping ground for people who would otherwise be homeless or public nuisances, and in return, we find ourselves the brunt of all complaints,” Alexander wrote to DHEC. Vulnerable people disappeared, regulators didn’t know 2018-05-27T04:00:00Z Since the fossil fuel giants contributed to this “public nuisance,” the complaint says, they should chip in to help the cities prepare for the threats of a warmer future. Inside the climate change lawsuit pitting Big Oil against San Francisco and Oakland 2018-05-25T04:00:00Z The money will fund remediation of lead paint in multiple cities and counties statewide that joined in a sweeping public nuisance lawsuit. Firm to pay $60M to settle California lead paint litigation 2018-05-16T04:00:00Z San Francisco’s city attorney called the vehicles a “public nuisance.” Scooter-sharing comes to Washington after speed bumps elsewhere 2018-05-11T04:00:00Z Pokemon Go has spurred ongoing litigation that it contributed to public nuisance. Pokemon Go maker Niantic plans to build AR maps with users' help 2018-05-09T04:00:00Z “And created a continued public nuisance in our city.” L.A. sues 9 drug companies, alleging unethical practices that worsened the opioid crisis 2018-05-03T04:00:00Z So, he added, deeming oil and gas drilling a public nuisance would “invade the prerogatives of Congress and the executive branch.” Inside the climate change lawsuit pitting Big Oil against San Francisco and Oakland 2018-05-25T04:00:00Z San Francisco seized 66, and on Monday its city attorney sent three companies a cease-and-desist letter calling their services a “public nuisance” and saying they were “endangering public health and safety.” Review | Electric scooters might revolutionize urban transport — if it wasn’t for stupid humans 2018-04-19T04:00:00Z Cities that declare deer a public nuisance can petition the state Department of Fish and Wildlife for help to reduce population levels starting next January. Culling an option for Oregon Coast towns concerned about elk 2018-04-10T04:00:00Z Police said McComb was arrested and issued with an infringement notice for public nuisance and violence. Cyclist out of Commonwealth Games race due to late entry 2018-04-09T04:00:00Z Some allege the drug companies created a public nuisance with their products. As the opioid epidemic rages, the fight against addiction moves to an Ohio courtroom 2018-04-07T04:00:00Z And then this inoccuous-seeming provision: "Lead-based paint on or in private or public residential properties, whether considered individually, collectively or in the aggregate, is not a public nuisance." It's deceptively called the Healthy Homes and Schools Act, and it's a taxpayer ripoff 2018-03-30T04:00:00Z The legislation is the latest shot in a growing battle since court rulings declared lead paint to be a public nuisance and required three companies to pay for cleanup. Bills target lead paint companies ahead of ballot fight 2018-03-22T04:00:00Z It’s the latest shot in a growing battle since court rulings declared lead paint to be a public nuisance and required three companies to pay for cleanup. Bills target lead paint companies ahead of ballot fight 2018-03-22T04:00:00Z It’s one of a small, but growing number of lawsuits by cities alleging oil companies broke state or federal laws by creating a public nuisance. In a San Francisco court room, climate science gets its day on the docket 2018-03-22T04:00:00Z The suit also seeks an injunction to order the companies to “abate the public nuisance they created.” Utah county sues drugmakers, doctors over opioid crisis 2018-03-21T04:00:00Z The law says it's a crime if anyone "maintains or commits any public nuisance" or "willfully omits to perform any legal duty relating to the removal of a public nuisance." It's deceptively called the Healthy Homes and Schools Act, and it's a taxpayer ripoff 2018-03-30T04:00:00Z Traverse City commissioners voted unanimously Monday to join the suit that Grand Traverse County earlier signed onto that accuses 24 companies of creating a public nuisance. Traverse City joins lawsuit vs. drug companies over opioids 2018-03-20T04:00:00Z The companies are accused in Alexandria Circuit Court of fraud, negligence, conspiracy and causing a public nuisance. Alexandria sues pharmaceutical companies over opioid crisis 2018-03-15T04:00:00Z Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller announced Monday that city officials have begun the process to declare the Sahara Motel as a public nuisance. Troubled Albuquerque motel being targeted for closure 2018-02-26T05:00:00Z Some business owners wanted to save the building, but the city of Eureka called it a public nuisance. Historic ice house being torn down in eastern Missouri 2018-01-16T05:00:00Z An illegal public nuisance was created and perpetuated by the paint companies. It's deceptively called the Healthy Homes and Schools Act, and it's a taxpayer ripoff 2018-03-30T04:00:00Z It also includes a charge of creating a public nuisance. New Jersey sues OxyContin maker, claims it misled public 2017-10-31T04:00:00Z Younai faces 16 misdemeanors, including 10 counts of maintaining a public nuisance after receiving a written notice, and six counts of engaging in illegal short-term rentals. L.A. city attorney targets hard-partying homes in Hollywood Hills 2017-09-20T04:00:00Z But local residents successfully stopped the project then, and it even resulted in a city law prohibiting helipads in residential areas because they are a “public nuisance.” ‘That will kill you’: GW Hospital chief of trauma says helipad needed to save lives 2017-09-13T04:00:00Z City Supervisor Aaron Peskin called them a “public nuisance” and threatened legal action against an “arrogant” tech company. China exports its bike-sharing revolution to the U.S. and the world 2017-08-31T04:00:00Z Barlow also said a close reading of November's court decision indicates that lead paint in general is being labeled a public nuisance, not the presence of lead paint in individual homes. It's deceptively called the Healthy Homes and Schools Act, and it's a taxpayer ripoff 2018-03-30T04:00:00Z So in the end I think they charged him with something like public nuisance. 'Upskirting': It happened to me - BBC News 2017-08-17T04:00:00Z Mr Wong was among 26 activists arrested on Wednesday for "breaking the 'public nuisance' law" after climbing into a golden sculpture of a bauhinia flower, Hong Kong's emblem. Hong Kong marks 20 years since handover to China - BBC News 2017-06-30T04:00:00Z Mr Wong tweeted that he was detained for "breaking the 'public nuisance' law". Hong Kong activists released after handover protest - BBC News 2017-06-29T04:00:00Z Police took them away on grounds of "public nuisance." Xi Jinping Arrives in Hong Kong for the Handover Anniversary 2017-06-29T04:00:00Z The New York Legislature banned horse races in 1802, describing them as “common and public nuisances.” When the Horses Stopped Coming to Belmont Park 2017-06-15T04:00:00Z It also claims the shop was a public nuisance. Indiana court rules wounded officer can’t sue gun seller 2017-04-25T04:00:00Z The suit alleges that the firms created a public nuisance, pursued unfair and deceptive practices and engaged in a civil conspiracy that led to an unchecked public health crisis. Cherokee Nation sues drug firms, retailers for flooding communities with opioids 2017-04-20T04:00:00Z Beyts is suing the president’s golf course in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, for breach of privacy after its executives called in the police following the incident in April 2016, accusing her of committing a public nuisance. Activist 'upset' that Trump employees secretly photographed her urinating 2017-04-03T04:00:00Z They face charges of the criminal offence of public nuisance. Opinion | Hong Kong is not broken 2017-04-02T04:00:00Z Air quality regulators in October cited Torrance Refining for causing a public nuisance when it lost power Oct. EPA inspectors cite numerous safety problems at troubled Torrance refinery 2017-03-28T04:00:00Z |
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