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He called a cease-and-desist meeting before the first game of the 1980s, the beginning ofMNF ’s tenth season.
Sound and Fury Dave Kindred 2006
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Separately, in November 2006, the SEC issued a cease-and-desist administrative order against the city of San Diego for similar allegations concerning disclosure of pension and retiree health-care obligations.
Former San Diego Officials Agree to Penalties for Alleged Muni-Bond Fraud Jeannette Neumann 2010
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The Federal Reserve hit RBS with a cease-and-desist order regarding its compliance with money-laundering laws, the latest U.S. effort to ensure foreign banks follow the rules.
What's News 2011
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Royal Bank of Scotland was hit with a cease-and-desist order by the Federal Reserve over violations of federal money-laundering laws.
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LONDON—Royal Bank of Scotland Group PLC was hit with a cease-and-desist order by the U.S. Federal Reserve Board Wednesdayover violations of federal money-laundering laws, the latest effort by U.S. regulators to crack down on foreign banks' compliance with U.S. law.
Fed Targets RBS Over Compliance Sara Schaefer Muñoz 2011
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The Arkansas Securities Department, for example, in July 2008 issued a cease-and-desist order against Timothy A. Lilly, an insurance agent in Maumelle, Ark. According to the department, Mr. Lilly said in promotional materials that he was a certified senior adviser, which, according to the order, was "misleading in that it implies that Lilly has a special expertise or more knowledge than most in dealing with the financial affairs of senior citizens and retirees."
Is Your Adviser Pumping Up His Credentials? Jason Zweig 2010
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According to the cease-and-desist order, Mr. Lilly recommended to one couple who was close to retirement that they liquidate their 401 (k) account, individual retirement account and certificates of deposit and buy an equity-indexed annuity, for which Mr. Lilly would have received a commission.
Is Your Adviser Pumping Up His Credentials? Jason Zweig 2010
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TLC suspended production of 'Kate Plus 8' last year after Jon sent a cease-and-desist order, out of purported concern for his children's well-being.
Jon Gosselin: Kids Are Suffering On 'Kate Plus 8,' I'll Feel Guilty For Life Katy Hall 2010
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What 's more, Mr. Lilly' s membership in the SCSA expired on May 15, 2008 — but on June 24 of that year, according to the cease-and-desist order, he held a "Free Lunch and Informative Workshop" at a restaurant in Sherwood, Ark., and promoted himself as a CSA on cards.
Is Your Adviser Pumping Up His Credentials? Jason Zweig 2010
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TLC suspended production of 'Kate Plus 8' last year after Jon sent cease-and-desist order, out of purported concern for his children's well-being.
Jon Gosselin: Kids Are Suffering On 'Kate Plus 8,' I'll Feel Guilty For Life Katy Hall 2010
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