Law & Society

The New Brunswick court dismisses a $1.75 lawsuit filed against the state by video lottery owner, William West, who charged that the government's removal of his machines from non-licensed establishments which had led to a tremendous loss of revenue. Meanwhile, other states wrestle with legislation that can increase or decrease the number of lottery machines in their area.

The forthcoming legalisation of the ride-sharing service, Uber, is believed to be inevitable in West Australia, amidst a cloud of complaints from disability groups and passengers protesting its surge prices.

After months of legal wrangling which dealt with partial and final awards over a refinery given to partners in a joint venture, ConocoPhilIps wins the refinery dispute over its Venezuelan counterparts and is awarded $10 million.