News roundup — August 14, 2012

By Mallory Hendry
Aug 14, 2012 / Share
Canada

SCC chief Justice says courts need to be more accessible, The Canadian Press

B.C. Supreme Court orders release of Ont. men charged with smuggling Tamils, Times Colonist

Quebec parties promise anti-takeover powers to companies, The Chronicle Herald

United States

Employee sues Disney for harassment, religious discrimination, The Globe and Mail

L.A. judge shuts down Cdn memorabilia web site, says it violates copyrights, Reuters

International

Germany's highest court will not delay ESM ruling
, Reuters

Ukrainian ex-PM refuses to appear in court, cites poor health, Reuters