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Legal news Roundup - December 13, 2013

Compiled By Gail J. Cohen

Canada

Star reporter halts legal action against mayor after apology, Canadian Press

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Decision in Ashley Smith inquest expected today[/a], [em]Hamilton Spectator

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Calgary judge to determine if torturer Dustin Paxton is dangerous offender, Canadian Press

United States

White House review panel proposes curbs on some NSA programs, Reuters

SAC's Steinberg found guilty of insider trading, Reuters

International

India says U.S. must drop case against diplomat to defuse row, Reuters

Two Muslim converts found guilty of murdering British soldier, Reuters

Labour & Employment law

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