Hausler v. Republic Of Cuba et al

Filing 51

ORDER granting 47 Motion Lift Stay; granting 47 Motion to Dismiss and Award of Attorney's Fees Signed by Judge Patricia A. Seitz on 4/30/2013. (cqs)

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CASE NO.09.
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EANNETTE HAUSLER e a .
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THE REPUBLI OF CUBA , a .
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