Vexatious litigation

CIRO Hearing Panel accepts settlement agreement with Mei-Hui Bobb

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木曜日, 12月 28, 2023

Mutual Fund Dealers Association, Vexatious litigation, CIRO, The central science, Respondent, Investment, Hearing, Financial adviser

VANCOUVER, BC, Dec. 28, 2023 /CNW/ -A settlement hearing in the matter of Mei-Hui Bobb was held electronically by videoconference on December 12, 2023, in Vancouver, British Columbia before a three-member hearing panel of the Pacific District Hearing Committee of the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization ("CIRO").

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VANCOUVER, BC, Dec. 28, 2023 /CNW/ -A settlement hearing in the matter of Mei-Hui Bobb was held electronically by videoconference on December 12, 2023, in Vancouver, British Columbia before a three-member hearing panel of the Pacific District Hearing Committee of the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization ("CIRO").
The hearing panel accepted the settlement agreement dated August 15, 2023 (the "Settlement Agreement"), between Staff of CIRO and Mei-Hui Bobb as a consequence of which the following sanctions were imposed on Mei-Hui Bobb:
a suspension from conducting securities related business in any capacity while in the employ of or associated with any Dealer Member of CIRO registered as a mutual fund dealer for a period of two months commencing on the third business day after the acceptance of this Settlement Agreement, pursuant to Mutual Fund Dealer Rule 7.4.1.1(c);
a fine in the amount of $28,000; and
costs in the amount of $5,000.
During the period described in the Settlement Agreement, the Respondent carried on business in the Surrey, British Columbia area.
CIRO is the national self-regulatory organization that oversees all investment dealers, mutual fund dealers and trading activity on Canada's debt and equity marketplaces.

ClearBridge MLP and Midstream Fund Inc., ClearBridge Energy Midstream Opportunity Fund Inc. and ClearBridge MLP and Midstream Fund Total Return Inc. Announce Plans for Tender Offers

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火曜日, 12月 26, 2023

Banking, Professional Services, Finance, SCD, Boaz Weinstein, Fund, CTR, Vexatious litigation, ClearBridge Investments, CEM, Funding, Letter, EMO, Settlement, LMP, Security (finance)

The commencement of the tender offers will be announced at a later date.

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The commencement of the tender offers will be announced at a later date.
The tender offers will not expire or close prior to June 11, 2024, nor be held open after June 21, 2024.
CEM, EMO and CTR will repurchase Shares tendered and accepted in the tender offer in exchange for cash.
In the event the tender offer is oversubscribed, Shares will be repurchased on a pro rata basis.

Oil & gas employee pays $400,000 to ASC and agrees to 10-year trading ban for insider trading

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水曜日, 12月 27, 2023

AB, Vexatious litigation, Vermilion, Acquisition, Alberta Securities Commission, ASC, Crocotta, Employment

Haghshenas paid $400,000 to the Alberta Securities Commission and has undertaken to cease trading in or purchasing securities or derivatives for 10 years, per the terms of a settlement agreement.

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Haghshenas paid $400,000 to the Alberta Securities Commission and has undertaken to cease trading in or purchasing securities or derivatives for 10 years, per the terms of a settlement agreement.
Haghshenas was a Senior Reservoir Specialist for Vermillion Energy Inc.
A copy of the Settlement Agreement and Undertaking is available on the ASC website at asc.ca.
As a member of the Canadian Securities Administrators, the ASC works to improve, coordinate and harmonize the regulation of Canada's capital markets.

CIRO Hearing Panel issues Reasons for Decision in the matter of Poorvika Kandiah

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水曜日, 12月 13, 2023

The central science, Investment, Corporation, Respondent, Vexatious litigation, CIRO, Hearing, Knowledge, Dealer, Financial adviser

The hearing panel's reasons for decision, dated December 6, 2023 are available at:

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The hearing panel's reasons for decision, dated December 6, 2023 are available at:
In its reasons for decision, the hearing panel confirmed the sanctions imposed on the respondent.
The respondent is also required to pay costs in the amount of $5,000.
During the period described in the Settlement Agreement, the Respondent carried on business in the Toronto, Ontario area.
CIRO is committed to the protection of investors, providing efficient and consistent regulation, and building Canadians' trust in financial regulation and the people managing their investments.

Together with First Nations leadership, Minister Patty Hajdu introduces a Bill to support clean drinking water in First Nations communities

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月曜日, 12月 11, 2023

OTTAWA, UNCEDED ALGONQUIN TERRITORY, ON, Dec. 11, 2023 /CNW/ - Everyone in Canada should have access to safe and clean drinking water.

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OTTAWA, UNCEDED ALGONQUIN TERRITORY, ON, Dec. 11, 2023 /CNW/ - Everyone in Canada should have access to safe and clean drinking water.
The Government of Canada's commitment to sustainable access to clean and safe drinking water in First Nations communities does not end with the introduction of this Bill.
Bill C-61: First Nations Clean Water Act (short title), or an Act respecting water, source water, drinking water, wastewater and related infrastructure on First Nation lands
Bill C-61, the proposed First Nations Clean Water Act, is the next step to ensure First Nations have clean drinking water for generations to come.
The Assembly of First Nations, with support from Canada, led an engagement to review the 2013 Safe Drinking Water for First Nations Act.

Settlement Administrator Angeion Group Announces Proposed Settlement in In Re Philips Recalled CPAP, Bi-Level PAP, and Mechanical Ventilator Products Litigation Class Action

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月曜日, 12月 11, 2023

PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A proposed Settlement of Economic Loss Claims has been reached in a U.S. class action lawsuit against Defendants Philips RS North America LLC ("Philips RS"), Koninklijke Philips N.V., Philips North America LLC, Philips Holding USA, Inc., and Philips RS North America Holding Corporation (collectively, the "Philips Defendants"), related to CPAP, BiPAP and ventilator devices sold in the United States between 2008 and 2021 that Philips RS recalled beginning in June 2021. Plaintiffs in this lawsuit allege that the particular type of noise-reducing foam used in the recalled devices was defective. The Settlement is intended to resolve Economic Loss Claims only and does not affect or release any claims for personal injuries or medical monitoring relief.

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If You Paid For A Philips CPAP, BIPAP, Or Ventilator That Was Recalled By Philips RS North America LLC Beginning in June 2021, A Class Action Settlement May Affect Your Legal Rights.
Plaintiffs in this lawsuit allege that the particular type of noise-reducing foam used in the recalled devices was defective.
The Settlement is intended to resolve Economic Loss Claims only and does not affect or release any claims for personal injuries or medical monitoring relief.
You may be eligible to receive a payment if you paid for a Philips Respironics CPAP, BiPAP, or Ventilator that was recalled.

Settlement Administrator Angeion Group Announces Proposed Settlement in In Re Philips Recalled CPAP, Bi-Level PAP, and Mechanical Ventilator Products Litigation Class Action

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月曜日, 12月 11, 2023

PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A proposed Settlement of Economic Loss Claims has been reached in a U.S. class action lawsuit against Defendants Philips RS North America LLC ("Philips RS"), Koninklijke Philips N.V., Philips North America LLC, Philips Holding USA, Inc., and Philips RS North America Holding Corporation (collectively, the "Philips Defendants"), related to CPAP, BiPAP and ventilator devices sold in the United States between 2008 and 2021 that Philips RS recalled beginning in June 2021. Plaintiffs in this lawsuit allege that the particular type of noise-reducing foam used in the recalled devices was defective. The Settlement is intended to resolve Economic Loss Claims only and does not affect or release any claims for personal injuries or medical monitoring relief.

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If You Paid For A Philips CPAP, BIPAP, Or Ventilator That Was Recalled By Philips RS North America LLC Beginning in June 2021, A Class Action Settlement May Affect Your Legal Rights.
Plaintiffs in this lawsuit allege that the particular type of noise-reducing foam used in the recalled devices was defective.
The Settlement is intended to resolve Economic Loss Claims only and does not affect or release any claims for personal injuries or medical monitoring relief.
You may be eligible to receive a payment if you paid for a Philips Respironics CPAP, BiPAP, or Ventilator that was recalled.

If You Received Inadequate Medical Care While Incarcerated at the Bradley County Jail Between September 18, 2017 Through November 29, 2023, Then You Could Be Entitled to Money From a Class Action Settlement

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月曜日, 12月 11, 2023

Arrest, Plaintiff, Class representative, Lawsuit, Defendant, Georgia Avenue, Vexatious litigation, District court, Settlement, Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement, Hearing, Court, National Incentive Award (KVS), Damages, BCSO, Insurance, Pharmaceutical industry, Prison

A lawsuit pending in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee ("Litigation") may affect your rights.

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A lawsuit pending in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee ("Litigation") may affect your rights.
The Litigation claims that Bradley County, Tennessee, and the Bradley County Sheriff's Office ("BCSO") ("Defendants") maintained a system of constitutionally inadequate medical care at the Bradley County Jail (the "Jail") between September 18, 2017 through November 29, 2023 ("Class Period").
With Court approval, Damages Class Members who submit valid and timely Claim Forms may receive a cash award from the Settlement Fund.
In addition, a Damages Class Member may forego a full evaluation of his claim(s) and accept a smaller, guaranteed cash award.

CIRO Hearing Panel issues Reasons for Decision in the matter of Charles Leigh Hogg

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金曜日, 12月 8, 2023

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During the period described in the Settlement Agreement, the Respondent carried on business in the Kitchener, Ontario area.

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During the period described in the Settlement Agreement, the Respondent carried on business in the Kitchener, Ontario area.
Information on how to make investment dealer, advisor or marketplace-related complaints is available by calling 1-877-442-4322.
The Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) is the national self-regulatory organization that oversees all investment dealers, mutual fund dealers and trading activity on Canada's debt and equity marketplaces.
CIRO is committed to the protection of investors, providing efficient and consistent regulation, and building Canadians' trust in financial regulation and the people managing their investments.

CIRO Hearing Panel issues Reasons for Decision in the matter of Susan Suet Man Cheung

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木曜日, 12月 7, 2023

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TORONTO, Dec. 7, 2023 /CNW/ - A hearing panel of the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization ("CIRO"), has issued its Reasons for Decision dated November 27, 2023 ("Reasons for Decision"), in connection with a settlement hearing held electronically by videoconference in Toronto, Ontario on March 20, 2023 in the matter of Susan Suet Man Cheung (the "Respondent").

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TORONTO, Dec. 7, 2023 /CNW/ - A hearing panel of the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization ("CIRO"), has issued its Reasons for Decision dated November 27, 2023 ("Reasons for Decision"), in connection with a settlement hearing held electronically by videoconference in Toronto, Ontario on March 20, 2023 in the matter of Susan Suet Man Cheung (the "Respondent").
In its Reasons for Decision, the hearing panel confirmed the sanctions imposed on the Respondent.
During the period described in the Notice of Hearing, the Respondent conducted business in the Toronto, Ontario area.
CIRO is the national self-regulatory organization that oversees all investment dealers, mutual fund dealers and trading activity on Canada's debt and equity marketplaces.