violated

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A number of recent legal proceedings have laid bare the extent to which the Justice companies may have knowingly violated environmental laws, a key threshold for bringing a criminal matter.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

Perrigo Chief Executive Patrick Lockwood-Taylor resigned after the board found his personal conduct violated company code.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Due to the fact that they mostly run on crypto rails, a perpetual futures positions faces instant liquidation when margin requirements are violated.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

Jess Asato, the Labour MP for Lowestoft, previously said she felt violated after an image of her was manipulated using artificial intelligence.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Actor A had violated the rule of agreement.

From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell