Articles by Larry O'Dell

Court Hears Copyright Lawsuit Over Baltimore Ravens Old Logo

The Baltimore Ravens should be barred from selling old game films that show players wearing the NFL team’s original logo, a lawyer for the amateur artist who designed the “Flying B” told a federal appeals court Friday. A jury ruled …

Virginia’s Had Worse Tornadoes than Most Recent Outbreak

Only one other tornado outbreak in Virginia’s history caused more injuries than this Monday’s, although several others have been more prolific and deadly, according to the Virginia Department of Emergency Management. More than 200 people were injured when six twisters …

Virginia Governor Seeks ID Theft Protection, Credit Freeze Measure

Virginia Gov. Timothy M. Kaine said last week that he will ask the General Assembly to pass legislation guarding against identity theft and credit fraud. Kaine made the announcement at the Virginia headquarters of the AARP, which supports the consumer …

Virginia Towns Get Green Light for Red-Light Cameras

Several Virginia localities are in the early stages of establishing or reviving traffic light monitoring systems that use cameras to catch red-light runners, highway safety advocates say. Legislation allowing localities across the state to implement so-called “photo red” programs took …

U.S. Court Upholds Virginia Law Regulating Viatical Settlements

A federal appeals court has upheld a Virginia law that regulates the sale of life insurance benefits by terminally ill citizens strapped for cash to pay medical bills and other expenses. Such transactions, called “viatical settlements,” do not violate the …

Va. Court Recognizes Same-Sex Relationship in Private Contract

Even though same-sex couples can’t get married in Virginia, they can live together in a situation that’s comparable to marriage in the eyes of the law, the state Court of Appeals ruled Tuesday. A three-judge panel unanimously reversed Fairfax County …

Virginia Bill Would Require Notice When Personal Data Is Lost or Stolen

Two Virginia lawmakers said this week that they will introduce legislation requiring government agencies and businesses to notify Virginians if their personal information is lost or stolen. Del. Robert Brink, D-Arlington, and Sen. Janet Howell, D-Fairfax, said at a news …

Former NFL Player’s Estate Wins Disability Benefits

The estate of NFL Hall of Fame center Mike Webster is entitled to collect more than $1.5 million in disability benefits because brain damage left him unable to work following his football career. The unanimous decision by a three-judge panel …

Ernesto Toll in Virginia: 6 Deaths, $33 Million Damages

Death toll at six; preliminary damage estimate $33 million Received by Newsfinder from AP Sep 3, 2006 19:16 Eastern Time ———————————————————————— By LARRY O’DELL Associated Press Writer RICHMOND, Va. (AP) _ Tropical Depression Ernesto caused at least six deaths and …

New Virginia Laws Address Vicious Dogs, Underage Drinking

Owners of dangerous dogs face tougher penalties and adults who serve booze to underage guests are targeted under new state laws taking effect in Virginia. Although the 2006 General Assembly was dominated by a budget impasse that pushed the state …