NEW HIRES Murray Plumb & Murray has hired Nicholas Bernate as a senior associate in its litigation group. Bernate, of Freeport, was previously a shareholder of Clement, Fitzpatrick & Kenworthy, in Santa Rosa, Calif. He also worked as a senior associate at the law firm of Bledsoe, Diestel, Treppa & Crane LLP in San Francisco. […]
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U.S. proposes to increase refund protections for air travelers
The federal government is proposing tougher rules for when airlines must give passengers refunds for changing their travel plans.
Inspectors OK 1st Ukraine grain ship to cross Black Sea
Authorities’ first priority is bringing out vessels that have been stuck for months at the three Ukrainian ports.
China blocks some Taiwan imports but avoids chip disruptions
With no official relations, the two sides have multibillion-dollar business ties.
French lawmakers OK $20.3 billion to help with rising prices
The nation’s annual inflation is estimated to be running at 6.5 percent.
OPEC boosts September oil output by slower pace
In the U.S., a gallon of regular gasoline was selling for $4.16 on average Wednesday.
Musk response to Twitter lawsuit to be made public by Friday
Either Elon Musk or Twitter would be entitled to a $1 billion breakup fee if the other party is found responsible for the agreement failing.
Short-term rentals to be focus of new state housing commission
The legislative panel will collect data to see how much of a role short-term rentals play in the housing crunch. It also is expected to consider statewide regulation.
Mine workers ordered to pay Alabama coal company over $13 million
The NLRB says Warrior Met Coal Mining is owed for costs including increased security, damage repair and lost revenues.
U.S. stocks rise after solid earnings reports
Only energy sector stocks fall, dragged down by lower oil prices.