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Michael Jackson trial: Did Conrad Murray act as a doctor or an enabler?

Conrad Murray, doctor of the late Michael Jackson, will stand trial on a charge of involuntary manslaughter this month, a judge ruled Tuesday. The case could offer insight on legal gray areas.
Michael Jackson: Prescription drug abuse a major lesson

Michael Jackson died a year ago from a physician-administered anesthetic. More than 20,000 people die each year from prescription-drug overdoses, some of whom get drugs from more than one doctor.
Financial reform: Will the next crisis be handled differently?

Financial reform debate centers around a key question: Will reform mean that the economy is better protected? Here is a look at pros and cons in the debate.
Will financial reform end big bank bailouts?

Lawmakers are pledging to end bailouts in the financial reform bill that the Senate is considering now. But many experts say bank bailouts can and will occur again.
Conrad Murray statements under scrutiny in Michael Jackson death

Conrad Murray, the doctor accused of involuntary manslaughter in the Michael Jackson death, returned to court Monday. A judge is deciding whether he can practice medicine as he awaits trial.
Have banks turned a corner?

The improved earnings reports of recent days are welcome news, but a rising tide of loan losses still threaten the industry.
Citigroup, other banks beat earnings expectations

Citigroup posted a loss of $966 million, but that was its best quarter in nearly two years.
Dow's historic drop reflects financial system's challenges

After 778-point plunge, markets need private investment and bank restructuring for a recovery.
Time for new financial system safeguards?

Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke and Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson indicate need for new regulation of banking industry.