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Washington Post
14-05-2025
- Business
- Washington Post
These attorneys defend clients in need. Their pay is being frozen for months.
A group of attorneys representing clients who cannot afford legal representation in federal cases are set to have their pay halted for more than two months because of budget shortfalls in the congressional spending bill passed this year, court officials say, alarming lawyers and judges. The pay freeze will affect private-sector defense attorneys hired by courts under the Criminal Justice Act (CJA) to represent financially in need, or indigent, clients. Payments to the attorneys are expected to be suspended from late July until October, according to the federal judiciary, notices sent to lawyers and interviews. The lawyers are expected to receive the delayed payments in October.
Borneo Post
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Borneo Post
CJA, KDJA inaugural media run to unite journalists in health, solidarity
Kuching South Mayor Datuk Wee Hong Seng (standing, second left) joins a photo session with Wee (standing, left), Teo (standing , second right), organising chairperson Nancy Nais (on the floor, right) and the Rev Run team as they promote the 'Breaking News Run'. KUCHING (May 9): The Commonwealth Journalists Association (CJA) and the Kuching Division Journalists Association (KDJA) are set to make history with the launch of the inaugural Media Run here, set for flag-off this July 20. This marks the first-ever collaboration between the two associations in a move that underscores unity, health, and camaraderie within the media industry. The media run programme represents a new chapter of cooperation and innovation among media professionals, reflecting a joint commitment by CJA and KDJA to promote wellness, foster stronger ties among journalists, and highlight the vital role of media practitioners in society. 'This partnership marks an exciting milestone for both CJA and KDJA. Bringing media professionals together for a recreational and health-focused event not only strengthens industry bonds, but also underscores the importance of collaboration in journalism,' said CJA president Alice Wee. 'Engaging media supporters through recreational initiatives is a fantastic way to foster connection beyond the newsroom, and we hope to take the lead in creating spaces where media professionals can unwind while staying active.' Adding on, KDJA president Ronnie Teo said the media run was meant to create inclusive spaces for media professionals to unwind, while staying physically active. 'Journalism is a fast-paced profession, and it's easy to overlook wellness. 'This initiative serves as a reminder that a healthy lifestyle contributes to sharper focus, greater resilience, and overall well-being – qualities essential for journalists to thrive in their roles,' he said. To add vibrancy to the event, the organisers have designed exclusive T-shirts and medals inspired by journalism motifs. 'Our medals are designed to resemble a camera, and the event mascot – a journalist orangutan – adds a playful and distinctive touch to the overall experience,' said Teo. 'We hope that these elements will make this media run even more memorable for participants.' The event is open to the public and offers various race categories, including a 3km and 5km Fun Run, and a 10km competitive run. Registration can be done online via or in person at Revrun store in Green Heights Mall, Kuching. CJA KDJA Kuching Media Run
Cision Canada
02-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Court appoints Receiver for Sussman Mortgage Funding Inc. Français
TORONTO, May 2, 2025 /CNW/ - Today, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice appointed B. Riley Farber (BRF) as receiver of all assets, undertakings and properties of Sussman Mortgage Funding Inc. (SMFI) and certain related companies. The appointment resulted from FSRA's application under the Mortgage Brokerages, Lenders and Administrators Act, 2006 (MBLAA) and the Court of Justice Act (CJA). FSRA applied to appoint a receiver in response to allegations of serious wrongdoing and multiple legal proceedings by mortgage investors. A receiver can ensure that SMFI's affairs are managed in the best interests of all of its investors. BRF will report to the Court before June 2, 2025. SMFI was licensed with FSRA as a mortgage brokerage and mortgage administrator. As of March 31, 2025, SMFI had no licensed brokers, and its brokerage licence was suspended. FSRA has since revoked the mortgage brokerage and administrator licenses of SMFI. BRF will be establishing a case website, including the materials filed with the court and court orders, for public access at Links FOR MEDIA INQUIRIES: Russ Courtney Sr. Manager, Media Relations Financial Services Regulatory Authority C: 437-225-8551 Email: [email protected]
The Star
29-04-2025
- Politics
- The Star
House arrest bid on hold
PETALING JAYA: Datuk Seri Najib Razak's bid for house arrest has again been derailed with the Federal Court granting leave to the Attorney General's Chambers (AGC) to appeal against the move. As a result of the leave granted, the Kuala Lumpur High Court, which was supposed to hear Najib's application for a judicial review on the alleged royal addendum linking to his house arrest yesterday, had stayed the proceedings and fixed July 3 for case management. The High Court proceedings came about when on Jan 6, the Court of Appeal remitted Najib's claim of the existence of an additional document, purportedly allowing him to serve the remainder of his six-year prison sentence under house arrest. Earlier yesterday, in Putrajaya, the Federal Court in a unanimous judgment delivered by Chief Judge of Malaya Justice Hasnah Mohammed Hashim ruled that it will hear the appeal by the AGC. The top court granted AG Datuk Mohd Dusuki Mokhtar leave to appeal against the Court of Appeal decision on the judicial review case. Justice Hasnah said Mohd Dusuki's question had passed the threshold requirements for leave to be granted under Section 96 of the Courts of Judicature Act (CJA) 1964. 'The questions posed are novel and of public importance, which need to be further ventilated before this court. 'The questions can provide guidance to the courts on the correct approach to adopt in dealing with admission or additional evidence. 'The question posed are also in relation to the role of the AG in judicial review proceedings, particularly whether the AG is duty-bound under the law to confirm the existence of and supply copies of impugned documents,' she said. Day in court: Najib (centre) arriving at the Palace of Justice. — Bernama Also presiding were Federal Court judges Justices Zabariah Mohd Yusof and Datuk Hanipah Farikullah. Justice Hasnah also added that since the case is of public interest, an early date of the day of the appeal hearing should be fixed. The apex court then set July 1 and 2 for appeal. Najib had filed the application for leave for judicial review on April 1, 2024, naming the Home Minister, the Commissioner General of Prisons, the AG, the Federal Territories Pardons Board, the Minister at the Prime Minister's Department (Law and Institutional Reform), director-general of the legal affairs at the Prime Minister's Department and the government as the first to seventh respondents respectively. In the notice of application, Najib sought a mandamus order that all of the respondents or one of them answer and verify the existence of the addendum order dated Jan 29, 2024. Najib is seeking a mandamus order where if the addendum order exists, all or one of the respondents must execute the royal order and immediately move him from Kajang Prison to his residence in Kuala Lumpur to serve his remaining sentence under house arrest. On July 4, 2024, the Kuala Lumpur High Court dismissed Najib's application for leave, citing hearsay in supporting affidavits. On Jan 6, 2025, Najib won his appeal in a 2-1 majority decision at the Court of Appeal. The appellate court remitted back his judicial review application to the High Court, which was fixed for hearing on April 28. The AGC later filed for leave from the Federal Court to appeal against the Court of Appeal's decision. Lead defence counsel Tan Sri Muhammed Shafee Abdullah at a press conference later said that Najib was disappointed over the further delay. 'Najib was disappointed only in the sense that this matter will further delay,' he told reporters at the Kuala Lumpur Court Complex.
Malay Mail
28-04-2025
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Leave to appeal warranted as questions of law posed are novel, of public importance — Hafiz Hassan
APRIL 28 — In 'Will AG seek leave of Federal Court to appeal against Court of Appeal's decision?' I referred to the case of Attorney General of Malaysia v Sabah Law Society [2024]. In that case, the High Court had granted the Sabah Law Society (SLS) leave to apply for judicial review of the Federal government's failure to review the amounts payable to Sabah between the years 1974 and 2021 under a Special Grant provided for Sabah under Article 112C read with Article 112D and Section 2 of Part IV of the Tenth Schedule of the Federal Constitution (FC'). SLS's grievance was that a second review of the Special Grant was not made by the end of 1974 as was provided for in Article 112D(4) of the FC. Instead, on April 20, 2022, the Federal government had passed a review order providing only for annual grants payable to Sabah for the five years from 2022 until 2026 without making any provision for the 'lost years' between 1974 and 2021. SLS took the position that the failure to review the Special Grant prior to 2022 was a breach of the Federal government's constitutional duty towards Sabah. Through the judicial review application, SLS sought to compel the Federal government to comply with its obligations to Sabah in accordance with the provisions of the FC. The Federal Court granted leave to the Attorney General to appeal the Court of Appeal's decision in a case regarding Sabah's Special Grant review, highlighting key questions of law. — Unsplash pic The Court of Appeal (COA) affirmed the High Court's decision to grant leave to SLS. The attorney general (AG) sought leave of the Federal Court under Section 96 of the Courts of Judicature Act 1964 (CJA) to appeal against the COA's decision on the following questions of law: whether SLS's application for judicial review fell within the Federal Court's exclusive jurisdiction under Article 128(1)(b) of the FC; whether SLS had locus standi to file the application for judicial review and whether the subject-matter of the judicial review was justiciable. The Federal Court unanimously refused leave to appeal. The apex court ruled, among others, as follows: the AG's application for leave to appeal was not in relation to the substantive merits of SLS's application for judicial review but related purely to the decisions of the courts below — that is, the High Court and COA — to grant SLS leave to apply for judicial review; the matter was related to the threshold standing or locus standi rather than substantive standing in a judicial review application. On the law as it stood, SLS had locus standi to commence judicial review; there was no reason to warrant the grant of leave to appeal under Section 96 of the CJA as the matter dealt with was whether the failure to review and provide Sabah's Special Grant amounted to a breach of the relevant provisions of the FC, and for prayers to remedy the same. That was not a matter of policy. Therefore, the grant of leave was not warranted and the matter should proceed to be heard on its substantive merits. In contrast to the above, the Federal Court this morning (April 28) allowed the AG's application for leave to appeal against the Court of Appeal's majority decision to grant former prime minister Najib Abdul Razak leave to apply for judicial review. In the AG's application for leave to appeal, seven questions of law were proposed to be heard in the appeal. Four of them involve the issue of admissibility of fresh evidence and the rest involve the AG's role in judicial review proceedings. 'The questions posed are novel and of public importance which should be fully ventilated before this court,' Chief Judge of Malaya Hasnah Mohammed Hashim, who chaired the three-judge panel of the Federal Court, said. So let the questions of law be fully ventilated before the Federal Court. *This is the personal opinion of the writer or publication and does not necessarily represent the views of Malay Mail.
