News roundup — July 19, 2013

By Mallory Hendry
Jul 19, 2013 / Share
Canada

Details of class action suit over Quebec train disaster coming to light, Reuters

SCC grants appeal in war crimes case, experts say will 'have implications' for future cases, Toronto Star

Woman born in England 'out of wedlock' in 1945, raised in Ontario, gets day in court, Vancouver Sun


United States

Stage set for coustly court battles as Detroit files for bankruptcy, Reuters

Florida urged to repeal or enact 'sweeping reofrm' of 'Stand your Ground' law, Reuters


International

Amnesty International says Australia shows 'contempt for its legal and moral obligations' over new immigration measures, Reuters

Britain admits ties with Russia 'played a part' in Litvinenko ruling, Reuters