News roundup — July 16, 2013

By Mallory Hendry
Jul 16, 2013 / Share
Canada

Man who took Mississauga's mayor to court says having to pay her legal bills means people will hesitate to 'hold politicians accountable', Toronto Star

Experts expect 'barrage' of litigation against U.S. rail company, Canadian government over Quebec train crash, Reuters

Father charged with child abandonment for leaving baby in locked car while he shopped, Toronto Star


United States

U.S. Justice Department could make death of Trayvon Martin a civil rights case if Zimmerman was 'racially motivated', Reuters

Jury selection to start in latest sexual assault trial involving U.S. military, Reuters


International

Poland awaits decision by constitutional court on kosher slaughter ban, Reuters

Former premier of Japan announces intention to sue current premier for libel, Reuters