Drastic changes unlikely?
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Civil justice reforms being requested by the business sector is the subject of debate among George Bush's administration, lawyers andother groups. Changes in regulations, especially in the area of tort suits, face opposition from consumers and lawyers who benefit from the current legal principles. Issues being debated on include fee-shifting, punitive damages, discovery, expert evidence, alternatives to legislation, court funding, productliability, medical malpractice and no-fault insurance.
Publication Name: CQ Researcher
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 1056-2036
Year: 1992
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Cordoba
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The city of Cordoba, Spain, offers many attractions for tourists. There are a number of streets where activity is directed at tourists, but it is also easy to enjoy quiet backstreets and see real life in the city. The Mezquita, or Mosque, has a unique atmosphere, while the Alcazar, or Fortress, has Arabic-style gardens and a number of beautiful Roman mosaics. Other attractions include the Viana Palace, the Jewish quarter and the Plaza de la Corredera.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1997
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Financial legends
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Great Britain's South Sea Bubble of 1720 and the Wall Street Crash of 1929 are examples of real financial crisis that gave way to tall tales. Reports of dozens of people jumping to their deaths after the 1929 Crash are mostly unfounded, with only two confirmed suicides.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1996
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