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Soon after, a second law firm filed a similar claim on behalf of another 147 scam victims.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 10, 2026
Department of Housing and Urban Development funds on behalf of dozens of service providers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 10, 2026
Speaking on behalf of his family, Cleveland Police Federation chair Lauren Somerville said "life feels unbearably quiet" without the father-of-two's "silly jokes" and laughter.
From BBC ● Sep. 9, 2026
Lawyers suing on behalf of Pacific Palisades residents have argued that the city and DWP are liable, in part because the reservoir was empty and fire hydrants failed.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026
“And I accept your help on behalf of my family,” my mother added.
From "Bless Me, Ultima" by Rudolfo Anaya
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