Co-Lead Counsel in the action are Wechsler, Harwood,
Halebian & Feffer [(212) 935-7400] and Weiss & Yourman
[(212) 685-3025]. On. November 7, 2000, Judge Charles R. Simpson
held that plaintiffs had not alleged sufficient facts to state
a claim upon which relief could be granted, and Judge Simpson
dismissed the action.
Co-Lead Counsel filed a notice of appeal on December 5, 2000.