Fiji Law Newswire

Court gives green light for test

THE High Court has granted the State’s application for a DNA test to be conducted on a man accused of killing Shabreen Shain Ali in Raiwaqa, Suva last year. State prosecutor Zenith Zunaid sought for the scientific procedure called a buccal swab be …

‘It makes me angry’ | Qereqereqtabua tells court

THE repetitive posting of degrading pornographic claims by suspended schoolteacher Kishore Kumar against Assistant Foreign Affairs Minister Lenora Qereqeretabua almost made her second-guess and doubt herself. Ms Qereqeretabua yesterday took the stand and …

China to continue expanding imports from Fiji: ambassador

SUVA, April 17 (Xinhua) -- China will continue to expand imports of Fijian specialty goods, support Chinese enterprises to invest in Fiji, and encourage tourists to visit Fiji, said Chinese Ambassador to Fiji Zhou Jian here on Wednesday. The ambassador …

Lawyer disagrees with some provisions

CONSTITUTIONAL lawyer Jon Apted does not agree with some provisions in the proposed amendments to the Employment Relations Act (ERA). Speaking at the BSP Life Fiji Human Resources Institute annual convention in Nadi last Saturday, Mr Apted said his …

Fiji FA Threatens Legal Action Against FSC Over Stadium Booking

FIFA warns of banning regional, international matches here. The HFC Bank Stadium on April 16, 2025. Photo: Ronald Kumar The Fiji Football Association (Fiji FA) will seek legal action against the Fiji Sports Council (Council) if the double booking of the …

Court dismisses strike-out application

THE owner of Ink Escape Supplies, who received payments of more than $400,000 from the Fiji Military Forces, has had her application to strike out FICAC’s claim to declare $52,312.24 from that sum as tainted property, dismissed. The lawsuit involves the …

Electoral laws ignore Fiji’s multicultural realities – NFP

CURRENT electoral laws do not reflect Fiji’s diverse realities. National Federation Party (NFP) assistant general secretary Bimal Prasad Chaudhry said this noting that Fiji’s electoral laws must reflect the country’s present diversity, not a hypothetical …

Call to review drug law

A Labasa lawyer says Fiji’s Illicit Drugs Act needs an urgent review to better reflect the realities of drug use and enforcement. Sushil Sharma believes the current legislation fails to properly distinguish between different substances and between users …

Volleyball Fiji receives Easter Weekend boost

The Fiji Volleyball Federation has received a timely financial boost of $9,292 from Hot Bread Kitchen for their Easter Volleyball Championships this weekend. The Volleyball Championships will see nine associations participating, with four from the Central …

High court turns down recusal application

The application for recusal by alleged drug trafficking accused Justin Ho has been refused by the High Court in Lautoka. The ruling was delivered by Justice Aruna Aluthge this morning. Mr Ho had applied to have Justice Aluthge step down from hearing his …

Trump officials could face contempt charges over deportations

[Source: Reuters] Trump administration officials could face criminal contempt charges for violating a U.S. federal judge’s order halting deportations of alleged members of a Venezuelan gang who had no chance to challenge their removals, the judge said on …

Yee heads WFF

Women’s Fund Fiji (WFF) has appointed Victoria Yee as its new Executive Director. Vicky, as she is widely known, has been serving as the Acting Executive Director, She has played a pivotal role in guiding the Fund through its transitionary period over the …

Court sets mention date for Degei

Ilaisa Tanoa Degei [File Photo] The man accused of raping and sexually assaulting a Virgin Australia airline cabin crew member last year appeared in the Lautoka High Court this morning. Ilaisa Tanoa Degei appeared before Justice Sunil Sharma for a hearing. …

Kishore Kumar at the Suva Magistrates Court

Kumar to remain in custody for another court trial

THE trial of suspended schoolteacher Kishore Kumar, who is alleged to have posted a video in which he uttered abusive words towards the Minister for Employment, Productivity and Industrial Relations, Agni Deo Singh, will commence tomorrow. Mr Kumar is …

Riddhi Damodar, 'I am NOT my Sister's Keeper'. "I believe Fiji women are more than capable of running strong, winning ...

  Fijileaks Editor-in-Chief: We fully endorse Riddhi Damodar's views against the call for a 30% Quota for Women in Parliament. In 2014, we fully supported Lynda Tabuya when, as president of the People's Democratic Party, she contested the election. …

Bid to include Fijians overseas in party registration

THE Electoral Commission has been urged to consider ways to formally include overseas-based Fijians in the political party registration process. This suggestion was raised by the general secretary of the proposed Kingdom Future Party, Paul Morrel, during …

Help Fijians survive the tough economy: Aiyaz

Former Attorney-General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum says the Prime Minister should focus on the economy and well-being of all Fijians, particularly those who are not so well off, and those on the margins of society. In a statement posted on its social media page, …

Guam tennis wins individual championships, 2nd place overall in Fiji

With a 13-member playing contingent competing in the 2025 Pacific Oceania Junior Championships from Apr. 2-11, Guam secured four gold medals and one bronze medal in Lautoka, Fiji. Leading team Guam’s effort, Kevin Seo and Camelo Chen each won two gold …

Global Impact Wellness Group Welcomes Taylor Smith as New Executive Leader Focused on Legal Affairs and Community Impact

Global Impact Wellness Group is proud to announce the appointment of Taylor Smith as the newest executive leader within the organization. BALTIMORE , MD, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Impact Wellness Group is proud …

Fortaris Capital Advisors Welcomes Jay Donly, Managing Director

Jay Donly Joins Fortaris Capital Advisors as Managing Director, Bringing Over Three Decades of Federal and State Investigative Leadership MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fortaris Capital Advisors, the fastest- …

Fortaris Capital Advisors Welcomes Catherine Lane

Fortaris Capital Advisors Appoints Catherine Lane as Managing Director, Expanding Financial Crimes and Forensic Analysis Expertise BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fortaris Capital Advisors, the fastest-growing …

Financial Documentation Drives Case Review at Protection Tax

Protection Tax prioritizes financial reviews, including tax filings and IRS transcripts, to create tailored strategies, rather than relying on public feedback. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When individuals …

Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Firm Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Orange County Jail Case

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Firm has filed a federal lawsuit (case number: 7:24-cv-04626-PMH) on behalf of the family of Niki Capaci, a 40-year-old Middletown woman and mother of …

Louisiana Mesothelioma Victims Center Urges a Navy Veteran Who Spent Time at a Shipyard and Who Now Has Mesothelioma or ...

NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Louisiana Mesothelioma Victims Center says, "If your loved one in Louisiana is a navy veteran and they spent time in a shipyard with their ship or submarine and they …

THE BANCORP SHAREHOLDER ALERT: CLAIMSFILER REMINDS INVESTORS WITH LOSSES IN EXCESS OF $100,000 of Lead Plaintiff ...

NEW ORLEANS, April 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ClaimsFiler, a FREE shareholder information service, reminds investors that they have until May 16, 2025 to file lead plaintiff applications in a securities class action lawsuit against The Bancorp, Inc. (“ …

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in AppLovin Corporation of Class ...

NEW YORK, April 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against AppLovin Corporation (“AppLovin” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: APP). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@ …

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in Skyworks Solutions, Inc. of ...

NEW YORK, April 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Skyworks Solutions, Inc. (“Skyworks” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: SWKS). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at …

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in Constellation Brands, Inc. of ...

NEW YORK, April 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Constellation Brands, Inc. (“Constellation” or the “Company”) (NYSE: STZ). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at …

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in The Trade Desk, Inc. of Class ...

NEW YORK, April 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against The Trade Desk, Inc. (“Trade Desk” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: TTD). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@ …

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in Venture Global, Inc. of Class ...

NEW YORK, April 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Venture Global, Inc. (“Venture Global” or the “Company”) (NYSE: VG). Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@ …

INVESTOR ALERT: Pomerantz Law Firm Reminds Investors with Losses on their Investment in Edison International of Class ...

NEW YORK, April 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Edison International (“Edison” or the “Company”) (NYSE: EIX).   Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at newaction@ …

NAPCO SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Kaskela Law LLC Announces Investigation of NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc. and Encourages ...

PHILADELPHIA, April 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The law firm of Kaskela Law LLC announces that it is investigating NAPCO Security Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: NSSC) (“NAPCO” or the “Company”) on behalf of the company’s long-term shareholders. Click here to …

SOLAREDGE SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Kaskela Law LLC Announces Investigation of SolarEdge Technologies, Inc. and Encourages Long-...

PHILADELPHIA, April 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The law firm of Kaskela Law LLC announces that it is investigating SolarEdge Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SEDG) (“SolarEdge” or the “Company”) on behalf of the company’s long-term shareholders. Click here to …

Xtreme One Entertainment Affirms No Affiliation with or Impact from SEC Judgments Against Former Xtreme Fighting ...

DETROIT, April 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Xtreme One Entertainment, Inc. (OTC Pink: XONI), parent company of XFC Global Inc., the rapidly rising star in the world of mixed martial arts (MMA), clarified that its Xtreme Fighting Championships MMA business …

Wolf Haldenstein Adler Freeman & Herz LLP Reminds Investors that a Class Action was Filed Against SoundHound AI, Inc.

NEW YORK, April 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wolf Haldenstein Adler Freeman & Herz LLP, a distinguished law firm, announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against SoundHound AI, Inc. ("SoundHound" or the "Company")( …

Alpha Modus, Corp. Takes Legal Action Against OptiSigns, Inc. for Patent Infringement

CORNELIUS, N.C., April 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Alpha Modus Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: AMOD) (“Company”) announced today that its wholly owned subsidiary, Alpha Modus, Corp. ("Alpha Modus"), a leader in AI-driven retail technology, filed a …

SHAREHOLDER INVESTIGATION: Halper Sadeh LLC Investigates COOP, OPTN, AZEK, MESA on Behalf of Shareholders

NEW YORK, April 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating the following companies for potential violations of the federal securities laws and/or breaches of fiduciary duties to shareholders relating to: Mr …

VTRS INVESTOR DEADLINE: Viatris Inc. Investors are Reminded of the June 3 Class Action Deadline – Contact BFA Law (...

NEW YORK, April 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a lawsuit has been filed against Viatris Inc. (NASDAQ: VTRS) and certain of the Company’s senior executives for potential violations of …