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Excellent Program to Help Prevent Denver area Car Accidents

nospam@example.com (William Muhr) — Sat, 20 Mar 2010 11:12:38 -0400

Brought to you by Denver car accident attorney William Muhr.

Morgan County residents and police have noticed a higher incidence of auto accidents and traffic tickets among African refugees who do not have experience in using cars to get around. To help alleviate the problem, rRefugees and others in Morgan County will be able to take a class to help them understand the rules of the road and learn how to drive cars more safely starting March 22nd.
The first sets of classes, to be conducted March 22-27, are available in two sessions for the convenience of those who are taking the class. There are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to noon and 5:30 to 8:30 p.m sessions. Both sessions will be at Morgan Community College, 920 Barlow Road, in Cedar Hall, in the the adult basic education building.
Prospective students can sign up at Cedar Hall.
Morgan County officials coordinated with representatives of Lutheran Family Services, which helps refugees get started in their new country, and the Colorado Refugee Services Program to come up with the idea of teaching the African refugees how to understand driving.
This has led to the creation of the class in English as a second language for driver education, where the goal is to improve the vocabulary associated with driving, including understanding the meaning of traffic signs and road markings.
The language barrier is not the only reason why some refugees may have difficulties on the road, the other part is cultural. Most USA children grow up watching their parents drive, but many of the refugees have never had a chance to drive and rarely even ride in vehicles.
Following the driving language class, the refugees will be eligible for $200-$300 scholarships to go to a Brush driving school for on-the-road experience
The CRSP has agreed to fund the program, which is the first of its kind in Colorado.
These classes are not just for refugees. Others who struggle with English can take the classes, but the scholarships for on-the-road training are for refugees exclusively.
Students will also learn what to do if they are pulled over by an officer and common phrases an officer might use, Zion said.
Those who wish to take a class in these or later sessions can call Zion at 970-542-3280.

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Georgia head car accident with pickup truck

nospam@example.com (Scott Delius) — Sat, 20 Mar 2010 10:42:52 -0400

News brought to you by Atlanta car accident attorney Scott Delius.

A United States Marine, was killed in a head-on collision with a pick-up truck. He had just returned from Iraq and was on his way home with his wife.
His wife survived the crash but sustained critical injuries.
Charges are expected to be filed against the driver of the pickup truck due to the fact that he was allegedly driving the wrong way on the wrong side of the road, causing the tragic head-on collision Saturday, March 13, 2010. The U.S. Marine was only 21 years old, and was returning home from a tour of duty in Iraq when the crash occurred. The Marine was fatally injured while his wife was in critical condition after the accident.

Emergency medical services (EMS) personnel responded to the scene of the car accident to transport those injured in the wreck to area hospitals to be treated by doctors and nurses. The marine, Gregory Suedmeyer, was pronounced dead at Grady Memorial Hospital about two hours after the accident. His wife, Katelyn Suedmeyer, 19, was flown to Atlanta Medical Center via medical helicopter where she was in critical but stable condition. The driver of the pickup triuck, Joseph Quayle, 71, was transported to Grady Memorial Hospital where he remains in stable condition. There was also a dog in the Suedmeyer’s car when it crashed, the dog suffered fatal injuries as well.

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Federal and Postal Disability Retirement under FERS & CSRS: The Tyranny of Logic

nospam@example.com (Robert R. McGill) — Sat, 20 Mar 2010 09:45:52 -0400

The general concept of 'tyranny' is normally reserved for extreme cases of autocratic emblems of dictatorships, governmental overreaching, denial of due process, etc., and is rarely used in addressing issues arising in Federal Disability Retirement laws governing Federal and Postal workers who are attempting to access an employment benefit which is part of the Federal and Postal employment package -- that of Federal Disability Retirement benefits under FERS or CSRS. In this use of the term, however, it is in conjoining two independent concepts: that of 'tyranny' and that of 'logic'. The compounding of the terms results in a concept which is applicable in a positive sense. Allow me to explain. In the course of filing for Federal or Postal disability retirement benefits, when one is denied at any level of the administrative process, one has a right to a further appeal. Thus, if the application for Federal Disability Retirement benefits is denied at the First Stage of the process, then you have a right to have it 'reconsidered' (called the "Reconsideration Stage", appropriately). If it is denied a second time, you then have the right to file an appeal to the Merit Systems Protection Board -- and beyond. At each stage of the process, one hopes that in the review and evaluation of the Federal Disability Retirement application, first by the Office of Personnel Management, then by an Administrative Judge, then by a Federal Appellate Judge, that a set of legal criteria is fairly and uniformly applied, such that the 'tyranny of logic' rules. In this sense, 'tyranny' is meant to apply in a positive sense, in that a logical, fair and uniform application of the law is applied to the set of facts presented by the Federal or Postal disability retirement application. This all assumes, of course, that somewhere along the line of the 'food-chain' of review, that someone has been exposed to either logic, logical argumentation, or the 'rules of logic'. Hope springs eternally.

Sincerely, Robert R. McGill, Esquire

How to Deduct Your Commuting Expenses From Your Taxes

nospam@example.com (Doron F. Eghbali) — Sat, 20 Mar 2010 09:20:00 -0400

When it comes to tax deductions, nearly every penny counts. Given the economic situation and persistent unemployment, a relatively large number of people work at home and meet their clients or customers outside their homes. These people would be happy to hear, they are the best candidates to deduct their commuting expenses between home and work.

PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS

Unfortunately, people who work outside their homes - generally - cannot deduct commuting expenses. To be able to deduct commuting expenses, your home office MUST QUALIFY as your principal place of business.

1. Definition of Principal Place of Business

Home Office Used Regularly and Exclusively for Your Business: This requirement means your home office was used as the only place for MOST of income-earning activities in the past year. This exclusive use MUST also be regular. Generally, you cannot have used your home office once a week or a month for income-earning activities, although there could be exceptions.
Alternatively, Home Office Used Exclusively and Regularly for Management and Administrative Functions: This means you did not use anywhere else for doing management and administrative functions on a regular basis in the past year. However, you could have used another office only for meeting your clients while doing all the management and administrative functions at your home office.
Examples of Management and Administrative Functions: Examples of management and administrative functions could be: Preparing client Proposals and Invoices, Strategic Planning, Market Research, Keeping Yourself Abreast of Professional Literature and etc.

EXAMPLES OF DEDUCTIBLE COMMUTING EXPENSES

1. Deductions between Home Office and Another Office for Only Meeting Clients: Let us say you have another office somewhere else that you use for only meeting clients but you do all your research, preparation and planning at your home office regularly and exclusively. Then, you are entitled to deducting all your commuting costs between your home office and the other office you use for just meeting clients. For mileage rates in 2009 and 2010, Click Here.

2. Deductions between Home Office and Bank, Post Office, Office Supply Store, Starbucks to Meet Your Clients: You can also deduct all the commuting costs you incur as a result of going to the bank to deposit your client check or withdraw money for your business, when you go to the post office to send out your business mail or when you go to purchase office supply.

3. Deductions Whether You Drive or Take a Cab or Use Public Transportation: No matter how you commute, you can deduct all the applicable expenses including the standard business mileage allowance.

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DORON EGHBALI is a Partner at the Beverly Hills Offices of Law Advocate Group, LLP. He Primarily Practices Business, Real Estate and Entertainment. He Can Be Reached at: 310-651-3065. For More Information, Please, Visit: HERE.

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FERS & CSRS Disability Retirement: An Additional Problem with Answering an OPM Denial

nospam@example.com (Robert R. McGill) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 18:47:00 -0400

Spring and summer are finally upon us; the warmth of the sun finally brings some hope that the multiple series of snowstorms may be finally behind us (now that I have said it, the chances are exponentially multiplied that we will accumulate an additional 20 inches of snow in March). Thoughts of the beach will soon become visually real, as opposed to virtually experienced. Sand. The metaphor of the "shifting sand" is one which is applicable to the Office of Personnel Management in its denial of a Federal Disability Retirement application under FERS or CSRS. Those of you who have followed my stream of consciousness on the issue of templates, denial letters and the arbitrary nature of OPM's decision-making process, will not find it surprising to find that OPM merely shifts, changes positions, and dances around (albeit, not always gracefully) any attempt to "corner" the argument which purportedly is the basis for a denial of a Federal or Postal Disability Retirement application. Do not, however, underestimate the importance of properly, directly, and clearly answering the concerns of an OPM denial. It is not enough to gather more medical documentation and sending them in. It is not enough to address, point by point, the basis of a denial letter. One must corner, clarify, and clearly define the basis of an OPM denial, then refute them. This way, if it is denied a second time, and the case goes before an Administrative Judge at the Merit Systems Protection Board, the AJ will see that the issues previously brought forth by OPM have already been addressed, and that any necessity for a Hearing may be avoided by clarifying any remaining concerns which the OPM representative may need to search for and articulate.

Sincerely, Robert R. McGill, Esquire

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Yes, A Picture is Worth A Thousand Words

nospam@example.com (Robert I. Feinberg) — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 19:22:17 -0400

Well before the digital age, we heard the expression, “a picture is worth a thousand words.” Nowhere is that more appropriate than in the personal injury context. In any kind of medical testimony, the doctor, who in effect is a teacher, should use demonstrative aids to explain his/her testimony. Not only does it make the testimony more interesting, it is far easier to explain the anatomy when pointing to the appropriate exhibit rather than speaking in the abstract.

This applies to in-court testimony as well as to depositions to be used at trial. Moreover, demonstrative aids should be used not only in court but for any form of alternative dispute resolution, such as arbitration or mediation.

Exhibits and aids have their place as part of the liability case. Just as they inform a mediator or trier-of-fact about the anatomy, they can provide essential information about an accident scene, a product, or a premises. They are teaching tools and, when properly employed, help to convey your injury lawyer’s approach to the case.

The above may seem logical. Nevertheless, the reader would be surprised at how often the message is not conveyed visually, even in this, the video era.

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Understanding Your Right to Counsel

nospam@example.com (Bradley E. Thrush) — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 19:04:50 -0400

Anyone who has ever seen a television crime drama is familiar with Miranda rights, which are read to crime suspects at the time of arrest. But, not everyone fully recognizes how these rights—particularly the right to an attorney—often make a dramatic difference in the success of a Phoenix criminal defense case.

How law enforcement builds a case

The collection of evidence against a defendant is the key responsibility of law enforcement. While physical evidence of a crime can be critical to their case, they can also use any statements you make to support their case. Often, individuals do not realize how the most innocent statements can be used as an admission of guilt until they hear the statement used against them during the trial.

This is a particular concern when innocent individuals are convinced that their innocence protects them from conviction. Phoenix criminal attorneys remain with their clients during questioning to ensure all questioning is legal and to advise their clients when and how to respond to every inquiry.

Handling all legal proceedings

Phoenix criminal defense lawyers ensure the best results for every phase of the criminal proceedings. They know every aspect of criminal law and criminal defense in Phoenix, Arizona, and can help clients in many ways:

Handling the initial plea during arraignment, and even achieving dropped charges in some cases
Negotiating with prosecutors to reduce charges and potentially avoid trial
Preparing evidence for trial and securing expert witnesses when needed
Presenting the case in court
Local legal support provides the best defense

Criminal laws vary from state to state, and the court system can differ from one locality to the next. It makes sense to retain an attorney who is familiar with the local court system and processes. In fact, a local attorney is also likely to be familiar with the techniques and attitudes of local prosecutors and judges, providing a valuable understanding of the best approach to building a defense for each client. Thrush Law Group is a leading Arizona law firm with a track record of success that provides clients the local support they need.

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Do I Have A Good Automobile Accident Case?

nospam@example.com (Emery B. Ledger) — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 18:20:28 -0400

According to automobile accident attorney Emery Ledger of
Ledger & Associates, one of the most frequently asked questions in
his office is “How do I know if I have a good car accident case?” If
you have recently been involved in a car accident, this is a completely
normal and valid question to ask. While each car accident situation is
different, there are a few guidelines to help you determine if you have a
good car accident case.

The first thing that you must understand is that car accident cases
are governed by the laws of negligence. Negligence is the legal term
used to describe fault or blame. The laws of negligence can, and do,
vary from one state to the next, however they all fall into two basis
categories – comparative and contributory negligence. Contributory
negligence basically says that is you had any part in causing the
accident, then you cannot collect any compensation for injuries that you
have suffered. You can see how this often ends up in an unfair
situation for accident victims. Thankfully, the State of California has
chosen to follow comparative negligence theory, says car accident
attorney Emery Ledger of Ledger & Associates. Under the comparative
negligence theory, more than one person (or entity) can share the blame
for an accident. There are an infinite number of examples and
possibilities for how negligence can be spread out in an accident, but
let’s take a simple two car accident at an intersection. Imagine that
car number one goes through the intersection as the light turns red and
collides with car number two whose light just turned green. Clearly, car
number one was negligent for disregarding the traffic light right?
Imagine though that car number two was speeding and if he hadn’t been
speeding he may not have been in the intersection at the time of the
collision or the accident might not have been as severe. In this
scenario, it is possible that the two drivers will share the negligence
for the accident. The important thing to ask for purposes of deciding
whether you have a good case or not is whether the other driver was more
negligent than you were. As long as you have less negligence than the
other parties involved in the accident, then you have the possibility of
receiving compensation for your injuries.

That brings up the other component of an accident case. You must
have sustained damages in order to receive compensation. “Damages” is
the legal term used to describe injuries. Damages can be economic or
non-economic. Economic injuries are things such as medical bills,
property damage and lost wages, while non-economic damages are things
like emotional stress and pain and suffering. The type and extent of
your injuries will have some bearing on the amount of compensation that
you ultimately receive, but in order to have a valid car accident case
you must have sustained some damages, according to Ledger.

The best way to know whether you have a good car accident case is to
consult with an experienced car accident attorney. If
you have been in a car accident and would like to talk to an experienced
wrongful death & car accident attorney, please contact Emery Ledger at
1-800-300-0001 or online at Ledgerlaw.com for more tips.

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Hostile Work Environment

nospam@example.com (Bruce L. Atkins) — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 17:31:33 -0400

Skilled Employee Rights Attorneys - NJ Employment Lawyers, Deutsch Atkins

The work environment should not be intimidating, hostile or offensive. When the work environment is hostile because of an employee's sex, gender, race, age, sexual orientation, or disability though,- it's illegal.

At Deutsch Atkins P.C., our employment law attorneys in New Jersey protect the rights and interests of employees who have suffered harassment and discrimination in the workplace. If you have been subjected to a persistent atmosphere of unwelcome conduct in your workplace, come to our offices to discuss your potential legal claims for a hostile work environment. Contact us today to schedule a confidential consultation with a skilled employment lawyer.

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Our founding partners have more than 50 years of combined legal experience representing the victims of employment discrimination and harassment. Working with our associates, we have obtained millions of dollars for thousands of employees whose rights have been violated. We have extensive experience representing employees at all levels, including senior management and senior level executives.
When you bring your legal concerns to our law offices, we will attempt to maximize your compensation. Frequently, our clients are people who have found themselves unable to continue working because the work environment was so hostile, intimidating and offensive. We represent people who have been subject to unwelcome sexual advances by their supervisors or who have faced constant discriminatory comments tolerated by their managers.
Generally, to support a legal claim for a hostile work environment, the offensive conduct must be sufficiently severe or pervasive to make someone in a protected group believe that the atmosphere in the work environment was hostile or abusive. Although a single vulgar racial or sexist epithet may give an employee a "hostile" work environment claim, most of the time the comments or conduct must be "pervasive."
Serving Clients in New York and New Jersey
To determine whether you have a possible legal claim for hostile work environment, come to our law firm today. With offices in Bergen County, New Jersey, Rockland County, New York and mid-town Manhattan, we serve clients throughout Northern New Jersey and the New York City metropolitan area.
Contact our offices today to schedule a confidential consultation with one of our experienced employment attorneys in New Jersey.

Do you know who you are friending?

nospam@example.com (Brian L. Aust) — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 17:14:51 -0400

In an
article
published in PC Online, there is a link to a manual that the Department
of Justice published for its employees/investigators on the use of
social networking websites. While this should certainly not come as any surprise that USCIS, ICE or CBP would utilize Facebook and the like, this article is a good reminder to guard one's privacy, even in matters of immigration. We, as practitioners in this field, have long been aware of the government's use of material on public or social networking sites.

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Common Divorce Myths in Florida

nospam@example.com (Sandra Bonfiglio) — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 16:25:18 -0400

A lot of what we know about divorce comes from what hear about other people’s experiences and what we see in the newspaper and on television. Laws vary from state to state, and sometimes other people’s experiences are not the norm. See a Fort Lauderdale divorce attorney if you have questions about your divorce.

Myth: I have to prove my spouse was at fault in order to get a divorce.

Florida is a no-fault divorce state, so you do not have to prove that your spouse was at fault. Rather, you must assert only that your marriage is irretrievably broken or that your spouse has been adjudged mentally incapacitated for a three-year period before the filing of the divorce petition.

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Stating the Reasons for Your Florida Divorce

nospam@example.com (Sandra Bonfiglio) — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 16:19:16 -0400

When you file for divorce, you must give the reason why you are seeking to end your marriage. There are two types of grounds for divorce: fault and no-fault.

In a fault divorce, your divorce petition must assert one of the recognized grounds for a fault divorce, and you must prove that your spouse was at fault. A fault divorce may be based on a variety of grounds:

Adultery Desertion Cruelty or abuse Substance abuse Imprisonment Bigamy

Florida does not have a waiting period to initiate a no-fault divorce proceeding. Speak with a Fort Lauderdale divorce attorney about filing your no-fault divorce petition.

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Divorce Statistics for Florida

nospam@example.com (Sandra Bonfiglio) — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 16:07:36 -0400

According to the Vital Statistics Annual Report issued by the Florida Office of Vital Statistics, there were 84,386 dissolutions in Florida in 2007. Dissolutions include divorces and annulments.

The mean duration of a marriage resulting in a 2007 dissolution was 10.2 years. Here is a breakdown of the number of dissolutions and the duration of the marriage:

Five years or less 27,421Five to nine years 21,78310 to 14 years 12,25515 to 19 years 7,52020 to 24 years 4,96025 to 29 years 2,82030 to 34 years 1,30135 to 39 years 77440 or more years 604Duration unknown 4,948

The report found that 56.2% of the dissolutions in 2007 did not affect minor children. Here is a breakdown of the number of dissolutions and the number of minor children affected:

No children 47,467One child 16,636Two children 11,776Three children 3,129Four children 590Five children 116Six or more children 47Number of children unknown 4,625

About 16% of all dissolutions occurred in Miami-Dade County. About 46% of all dissolutions occurred in the top five counties for dissolutions:

Miami-Dade 13,822Broward 9,032Hillsborough 5,718Palm Beach 5,422Orange 5,038

The report reveals that historically the dissolution rate per 1,000 population in Florida is higher than the U.S. rate. In 2007, the dissolution rate per 1,000 population in Florida was 4.5, while the U.S. rate was only 3.6.

The Florida dissolution rates per 1,000 population grew every ten years until 1990, when they started to decrease:

1930 2.51940 5.81950 6.31960 3.91970 5.51980 7.31990 6.22000 5.1

Since 2000, the dissolution rate per 1,000 population in Florida has shown some signs of decrease:

2000 5.1 2001 5.2 2002 5.1 2003 5.0 2004 4.7 2005 4.5 2006 4.7 2007 4.5

A bit of good news coming out of the report from the Office of Vital Statistics? The 2007 marriage rate of 8.3 per 1,000 population was more than 1.8 times the 2007 dissolution rate of 4.5 per 1,000 population.

Don’t become a statistic when you file for divorce. Contact a Fort Lauderdale divorce attorney who will be by your side during the entire divorce process.

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NEW BILL IN OHIO LEGISLATURE AIMS TO CLOSE LOOPHOLES IN SEX OFFENDER LAW

nospam@example.com (Gregory Scott Robey) — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 15:34:45 -0400

Criminal lawyers from the Robey & Robey law talk about the new bill by State Senator Shirley Smith and how it affects the practice of sex crime law in Ohio.

State Senator Shirley Smith has introduced a new bill that is designed to close two loopholes in Ohio's current sex offender registration law. The proposed changes would require community notification if sex offenders are reclassified. Under current law, there are 3 tiers or classes of sex offenders: Tier I, Tier II and Tier III. The offenders in these categories are required to register with law enforcement for periods of 15 years, 25 years or lifetime. This new bill comes in the wake of multiple murder charges pending against convicted Cleveland sex offender Anthony Sowell.

There can be no doubt that having to register as a sex offender is a badge that no person wants to have. However, in Ohio, as in most states, if a person is convicted of a sex offense, registration is mandatory. The only real way to avoid this badge is to fight the charges at trial and be acquitted. Make no mistake, these cases are tough to defend. However, they are not impossible to defend. A skilled criminal defense attorney can help an accused navigate these very dangerous charges. If you are facing sex crime charges contact the Ohio criminal attorneys of Robey & Robey today for a consultation.

LAW OFFICES OF GREGORY SCOTT ROBEY
14402 GRANGER ROAD
CLEVELAND, OHIO 44137
(888) 228-5545

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The Civil Justice System and Crime Victim-Survivors

nospam@example.com (Andrew Agatston) — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 15:53:36 -0400

I received three calls this week regarding three separate criminal court cases that ended with the Defendant being found not guilty, and which involved allegations of sexual abuse.

In each of them, the caller had questions about how things could go this way or that way at trial. In each of the calls, I said I could not comment on it, because I wasn't there to see the trial and I didn't know what rulings were made throughout the course of the trial that would have caused one thing to happen or prevent another thing from happening.

What I do know is that we have two separate systems of justice: the civil justice system and the criminal justice system. In the sexual abuse area, one focuses on the State's goal to prosecute an alleged perpetrator. The other focuses on the legal rights and the ability for the victim-survivor to obtain relief through damages. The civil justice system is victim/survivor-focused. Further, the person bringing such a claim in the civil system of justice has the ability to make all of the decisions about how to proceed, whether the case should go forward, and also when to stop the proceedings.

Many times, a criminal case cannot be proven beyond a reasonable doubt, a higher standard than the civil "preponderance of the evidence" standard. There are other considerations that arise when people explore whether the civil justice system can adequately protect their legal rights.

My website, at www.AgatstonLaw.com, has information related to civil claims for crime survivors. Another excellent resource is the National Center for Victims of Crime, at www.ncvc.org. That organization is affiliated with the National Crime Victim Bar Association, a legal organization that I belong to and that also includes lawyers from across the country who are dedicated to upholding the legal rights for crime victim-survivors in the civil justice system.

Best regards.

Five Things to Look For in a Tax Resolution Company

nospam@example.com (Roni L. Deutch) — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 14:32:08 -0400

There are a number of companies in this country, including law
firms such as ours, that offer IRS tax debt resolution services. In an
ongoing effort to educate American taxpayers, I have
composed the following things to look for in a quality tax resolution
company.

1. Professional, and Useful Website

You would be surprised how much you can learn about a business using
the Internet. Before hiring a tax resolution company, you should always
spend a few minutes reviewing their website. Look for informative
testimonials and information about any chambers of commerce, or
professional organizations the company is aligned with.

In addition to information about the business on their website, you
should also see if they offer information on topics related to tax debt
resolution. If the company employs experts knowledgeable about the
various IRS tax resolution programs, then the company should have useful
information such as informative articles, a glossary of tax related
keywords, newsletters and a blog (that is updated regularly) for you to
review.

2. Successful Track Record

A quality tax resolution company will be able to provide evidence of a
successful track record of resolving delinquent accounts with the IRS.
If you cannot find information on a company’s website about recent
resolutions that is has achieved for its clients, then you should
consider asking a representative of the company for this information. If
you do speak with a tax resolution company, you should also inquire as
to whether the company has experience in resolving cases similar to
yours.

3. Friendly, Helpful Representatives

When you speak with a representative from a tax resolution company,
they should be friendly and helpful. If the representative is rude or
uses fear tactics to try to convince you to retain his company’s
services, then you should consider calling another company.

4. Easy-to-Understand Fee Structures

Before you hire a tax resolution company, you should find out exactly
how much they charge for their services. Some companies use complicated
price structures, or rely on hidden costs in order to charge you extra
fees once you retain their services. Do not hire a tax resolution
company until you fully understand exactly how much money you will be
required to pay the company. If the cost seems unreasonably high or
unreasonably low, then you should consider seeking quotes from other
companies.

5. Free Analysis and No Guarantees

During the sales process, a quality tax resolution company will
collect basic information about your unique financial situation and
provide you with a free tax analysis to determine which IRS tax
resolution programs you are likely to qualify for – Offer in Compromise,
Installment Agreement, etc. Because of the strict eligibility
guidelines associated with each program, you will not qualify for all of
them. As such, you should know which tax resolution programs you may
qualify for before retaining a company. Additionally, do not be fooled
by tax resolution companies that claim they can guarantee the acceptance
of a particular tax resolution. No company can guarantee with certainty
any type of tax resolution because of the strict eligibility guidelines
associated with each program.

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Developing a Defense Strategy

nospam@example.com (William O. "Bill" James) — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:54:29 -0400

An accomplished criminal defense law firm in Arkansas can promptly formulate a strong defense strategy to prove your innocence. If your defense is weak, you may face a long prison sentence and costly fines.

A good defense contains the following elements:

Consistency with evidence: You and your Arkansas criminal defense attorney should sit down and discuss all of the evidence in the case. Make sure you have an understanding of what the evidence is, how it was found, and why it was there.
Sympathy: If you can explain the circumstances of your actions, you might be able to convince the judge or jury that you attempted to avoid the criminal act. A knowledgeable criminal defense law firm in Arkansas understands the value in gaining jury sympathy and can aid you in developing a sympathetic strategy for your case.
Know the facts: You should always have a thorough understanding of the facts surrounding your arrest. Additionally, you should be able to explain each element of your story in detail.

The defendant's story

After you speak with your criminal defense attorney in Arkansas, your account of the events may include one of the following:

Confession story: Here you completely confess to what the prosecution claims you did.
Denial story: You completely deny any involvement in the crime you are charged with. You may also use an alibi and claim it was impossible for you to have committed the crime at all.
Confess and explain story: With this story, you admit you committed the crime but explain your reasons and intentions. You describe legal differences between your story and the prosecution's claim.

A skilled Arkansas criminal defense law firm can develop the right plan of action to help defend your rights. Do not hesitate in seeking legal representation from the James Law Firm if you have been arrested in Arkansas. Contact us for a free consultation and speak with a knowledgeable criminal defense lawyer in Arkansas.

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BEING PROACTIVE IF YOU ARE UNDER CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION

nospam@example.com (Clinton Broden) — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 18:35:03 -0400

    Clients often wait to retain us until they are actually indicted. Many times, however, had the client come to us when they first became aware they were under criminal investigation they might have avoided indictment all together or, at least, been in a better position to defend themselves once they were indicted. Just as it is important to see a medical doctor before it is too late, it is important to be proactive about a criminal investigation.

   For example, if hired early, a criminal defense lawyer can conduct his or her own investigation while the facts are still fresh in the minds of potentially favorable witnesses. Likewise, they can interview potential co-defendant’s before the co-defendants hire their own lawyers and become “off limits.” Time and time again, we have seen the testimony of witnesses undergo subtle changes after they are interviewed by law enforcement officials, therefore, it is often extremely helpful when the defense is able to interview these witnesses and “lock in” their statements before they are interviewed by law enforcement officials.

   Likewise, if hired early on in the process, a lawyer can determine what steps you should take in an attempt to avoid an indictment. A lawyer can counsel you on whether it is wise to meet with the police or government agents and can be present at any meeting. A lawyer can also determine if it is wise to hire a polygrapher. While “lie detector” tests are usually inadmissible at trial, they can be presented to prosecutors or law enforcement officials along with other information in an attempt to persuaded them not to pursue criminal charges.

   Indeed, by putting together as much information as possible, it is sometimes possible for an attorney to convince law enforcement not to pursue criminal charges in the first place or to convince prosecutors not to seek an indictment. Even if prosecutors cannot be convinced to drop the charges completely, they may be persuaded to pursue less serious charges.

   Also, in many counties in Texas, lawyers can make a presentation to any grand jury considering your case and present witness statements and alike to the grand jury in an attempt to convince the grand jury not to indict you (in other words return a “no bill” on the indictment). At Broden & Mickelsen, we have been successful in making presentations to grand juries that have resulted in grand juries not indicting our clients or indicting them on significantly reduced charges. These clients were often facing very serious charges.

   The bottom line, is that, by retaining a lawyer early, you may save significant money and stress down the line. It is less costly and much less stressful to be proactive and attempt to avoid an indictment in the first place than to fight criminal charges at a full-blown jury trial.

   Simply put, if you learn you are being investigated and potentially facing criminal charges, you should contact a lawyer IMMEDIATELY. Most lawyers do not charge for initial calculations, so you really have nothing to lose by being proactive.

    FOR ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT www.texascrimlaw.com

Rhode Island Criminal Lawyer; Providence Criminal Lawyer; Criminal Appeals; 1st Circ Upholds

nospam@example.com (Claudia Gregoire) — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:12:04 -0400

Rhode Island Criminal Lawyer; Providence Criminal Lawyer; Rhode Island Criminal Appeals; Providence Criminal Appeals

A recent First Circuit Court of Appeals decision, reported in a Providence Journal article, upheld the denial of the motion to suppress Ricardo Mejia's confession and affirmed his conviction. In December of 2006, Mejia was convicted of
selling two kilograms of cocaine to undercover informants. During his trial, Rhode Island criminal lawyer George J. West objected to many pieces of evidence including using information or pieces of a purported confession of Mejia's which was not recorded by police. Attorney West was successful in obtaining a jury instruction that the jury could take into account the fact that officers did not record in their decision of whether the confession was voluntary. In the appellate decision, Mejia’s Rhode Island criminal lawyer on appeal George J. West argued that prosecutors had
never proven that Mejia voluntarily waived his Miranda Rights during that
interview. Upholding the
earlier conviction, Judge Norman Stahl of the 1^st U.S. Circuit Court
of Appeals, wrote that “the totality of the
circumstances indicate that this was a voluntary conversation that Mejia
undertook after having been fully advised of his rights.” The court declined however to create a new "automatic" implied waiver rule whereby each time a defendant speaks after being advised of rights, a waiver would be considered valid. The entire decision is available for reading here.

Rhode Island Criminal Lawyer; Providence Criminal Lawyer; Rhode Island Criminal Appeals; Providence Criminal Appeals

www.georgejwestlaw.com

Attorney Claudia Gregoire wishes to thank and recognize the assistance
of Ms. Stephanie Katherine Yellin, student at Brown University, Class
of 2010, with a major in anthropology, in the preparation of this blog
post.

Rhode Island Immigration Lawyer; Providence Immigration Lawyer; Immigrants to March Hundreds of Providence Immigrants to March in Washington

nospam@example.com (Claudia Gregoire) — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:19:14 -0400

Rhode Island Immigration Lawyer; Providence Immigration Lawyer

As the Providence Journal reports in an article here,

this Sunday, immigrants from Providence will
join thousands of immigrants from across the country to attend the “March for America”
in Washington. Through the march, immigrants in the United States
are hoping to pressure President Obama into passing an immigration bill this
year that would legally allow them to become working members of society. Proponents of the bill argue that it would
strengthen the economy and increase work wages for everyone. Among those leaving from Providence will be members of the Guatemalan Alliance of
Rhode Island, Fuerza Laboral (Power of Workers), the United We Dream network, the
Service Workers International Union and the Catholic Social Services and United
Interfaith Action from New Bedford.

Rhode Island Immigration Lawyer; Providence Immigration Lawyer

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Healthcare Directives

nospam@example.com (Philip J. Bernstein) — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:18:23 -0400

As debate over National Healthcare Reform heats up, I am seeing lots
of rhetoric about “death panels”, about who decides when and how a
person is allowed to die and how to address these critical issues.
Without passing judgment on the current proposed healthcare reform, we
all can, and should address, in our own personal lives the very
important question of life sustaining medical care decisions at the end
of our lives, or, in the event of our mental incapacity.

In Illinois, there are different tools available to us to address
these decisions. First, a person can execute a “Living Will”. A Living
Will does not dispose of any property but merely addresses the issue of
whether a person’s physicians should administer or withhold life
sustaining treatments in the event of a terminal condition. The
Illinois Living Will Act (755 ILCS 35/1 et. seq.) addresses the purpose
and requirements of a Living Will. Like a Last Will and Testament that
disposes of property upon someone’s death, there are rigid requirements
as to how a Living Will is to be executed and therefore, an Attorney
should be consulted before attempting to prepare and execute such a
document.

A second method to address the issue of terminal care decisions is
through the use of a Power of Attorney for Healthcare (755 ILCS 45/4-1
et. seq.). Under this act, a person may execute a document giving a
qualified agent the right to make certain decisions on behalf of the
person signing the document. All decisions on healthcare, including the
right to make life sustaining decisions may be delegated to an agent.
The Power can extent beyond death to the right to make anatomical gifts,
consent to an autopsy, or disposition of remains. The form set forth
in the Statute can be modified to expand or curtail the “form language”
for specific uses.

In the absence of a Living Will or Health Care Power of Attorney, a
statute does address these critical issues. This statute is, known as
the Health Care Surrogate Act (755 ILCS 40/1 et. seq.). This act can be
used when a person does not have a Living Will, or an operative
declaration under the Mental Health Treatment Preferences Declaration
Act (THIS ACT IS NOT ADDRESSED IN THIS ARTICLE AND ANYONE INTERESTED IN
SPECIFIC TREATMENT DECISIONS INVOLVING MENTAL HEALTH SHOULD CONSUL AN
ATTORNEY WHO PRACTICES IN THE MENTAL HEALTH AREA), or an authorized
agent under the Illinois Power of Attorney Act. The Act allows for
certain persons to make health care decisions on behalf of a Minor or an
adult patient who lacks decisional capacity. The Act itself sets
forth, in an order of preference, who can act as the surrogate. It is
important to note, that for same sex couples, a “life partner” is not
specifically listed. If no person named in the statute is available, a
court appointed guardian may become the surrogate. Although this
statute can be used, often, there may not be a qualified surrogate under
the act or, there may be several qualified surrogates who cannot agree
as to what decision should be made. This can and does lead to legal
disputes that end up in Court and can cost much money to litigate.
Thus, it really is critical to have a Living Will and/or a Health Care
Power of Attorney and especially important for same sex couples.

By addressing terminal care issues before one becomes incapacitated,
you can avoid issues over who can make decisions, what decisions should
be made and what the outcome of any decision should be. By addressing
this critical issue now and in consultation with a legal professional,
family fights, possible legal expenses for guardianship can be avoided
and peace of mind, knowing that your own wishes will be carried out can
be obtained.

BEFORE DECIDING WHICH OPTION IN ADDRESSING TERMINAL CARE IS BEST FOR
YOU, CONSULT AN ATTORNEY.

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Treatments Available for Mesothelioma Patients

nospam@example.com (Janet Ward Black) — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 16:25:18 -0500

Mesothelioma is an aggressive form of cancer that invades the mesothelial lining of the lungs, abdomen, and heart as a result of asbestos exposure. It typically afflicts individuals who worked in construction, shipbuilding, mining, power plants, and other industrial environments during the era of asbestos use.

Even though the federal government banned asbestos in the late 1970s, doctors still diagnose thousands of cases of mesothelioma each year, because it can take decades before the patient becomes aware of symptoms that can include:

Difficulty breathing
Chest pain
Persistent cough
Fatigue upon physical activity
Shortness of breath

Diagnosis and Treatment

When diagnosed, mesothelioma is often at an advanced stage and not considered curable. But through aggressive treatment, modern medicine may halt the progression of the disease and providing relief to patients. Diagnosis is typically made based on these types of medical procedures:

Chest x-rays
CT scans
PET scans
MRI
Biopsy
Diagnostic surgery

Like other cancers, treatments for mesothelioma include chemotherapy and radiation. In early stages, such as stage 1 or 2, surgery can be used to remove cancerous tumors.

If you are suffering from asbestos mesothelioma in North Carolina, contact the law firm of Ward Black law to help you obtain the financial compensation you deserve. Please call us today at 888-338-0148 to learn more about how we can help you.

Long-term treatment for mesothelioma can be extremely expensive. The attorneys of Ward Black Law in North Carolina are experienced in representing clients in matters related to asbestos in North Carolina use effective legal strategies to fight for monetary compensation to benefit those suffering from mesothelioma. If you or a loved one is diagnosed with mesothelioma, please call us today at 888-338-0148 to learn more about how we can help you.

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New Help from Government to Accelerate Short Sales

nospam@example.com (Doron F. Eghbali) — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 08:48:53 -0400

Short sales, sometimes, are the last resort for struggling homeowners seeking to unload the burden of a property worth less than its mortgage. However, short sales are not easy. Lenders are usually reluctant to go through with a short sale on borrower's terms and often do not answer in a timely fashion to the borrowers whether they agree to the short sale or not. However, a new government program - starting April 5, 2010 - aims to change that and accelerate the process.

BASICS

1. What Is a Short Sale?

In a short sale, the homeowner's lender agrees to accept less than what the borrower owes on the mortgage. Short sales are useful for those who owe more on their home than its current value. For information on serious drawbacks of short sales, CLICK HERE.

2. What Is the New Program?

Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives (HAFA): HAFA is the name of the new government program. The program aims to provide an alternative to foreclosures.
Effective April 5, 2010: The new program goes into effect April 5, 2010.

3. How Does The New Program (HAFA) Work?

HAFA is an extension of the Home Affordable Modification program.
Generally, if a borrower is not qualified for a loan modification, then the lenders will gauge the possibility of short sale through HAFA.

SOME SPECIFICS OF THE PROGRAM

1. Borrower's Pre-Approval for Short Sale: Lender will give borrower a pre-approved short sale price or acceptable sale proceeds. This will allow the borrower to know how much the lender would be content with.

2. Deadlines for Both Borrower and Lender: Borrower and lender both have a set time to move ahead with the process.

3. Financial Help to Borrower and Lenders at the End of Short Sale: At the end of short sale, the borrower will receive up to $1,500 in relocation costs. Lender may receive up to $1,000 as compensation. Even second mortgage holders might receive up to $3,000 as an incentive to facilitate and expedite the process.

CAVEATS

Short Sales Have Serious Drawbacks: Previously, I outlined the serious problems a short sale might cause for borrower. Please, seriously, understand your rights and obligations before embarking on this project.
The New Program Is Not Expected to Improve the Short sale Problem Immediately: This new program is no panacea for the underlying problem of unemployment and lenders' relative unwillingness to mitigate the pain of plummeting real estate market in the face of destructive imbalance between rising home mortgages and declining home values.

__________________________

DORON EGHBALI is a Partner at the Beverly Hills Offices of Law Advocate Group, LLP. He Primarily Practices Business, Real Estate and Entertainment Law. He Can Be Reached at: 310-651-3065. For More Information, Please, Visit: HERE.

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On what grounds may an Immigration Application or Petition be Denied?

nospam@example.com (Michael B. Berger) — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:59:35 -0400

There are various grounds for the denial of an immigration application or petition, including:

the applicant has a communicable disease of public health significance;
the applicant has obtained a visa by fraud or by willful misrepresentation of a material fact;
the applicant does not have a Labor Certification;
the applicant has a physical or mental disorder with associated harmful behavior;
the applicant has committed acts in violation of any law or regulation of the U.S. relating to a controlled substance;
the applicant has been convicted of a crime involving moral turpitude;
the applicant is likely to be a public charge; or
the applicant is an immigrant who has been ordered removed (deported) from the U.S.

The law firm of Berger & Berger offering professional immigration service to their existing and potential clients seeking advice on US legal residency and citizenship.

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Massive HVP Recall Affects Hundreds of Food Products

nospam@example.com (Steven J. Klearman) — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:25:14 -0400

Hydrolyzed vegetable protein (HVP) is a
flavor enhancer contained in a large amount of processed foods. The
FDA has been investigating the finding of salmonella in HVP manufactured
in Las Vegas, by Basic Food Flavors, Inc. The contaminated HVP affects
hundreds of food products, but no reports of illness have been reported
to the FDA.

The investigation has resulted in preventative and voluntary recalls
of bouillon products; dressings and dressing mixes; flavoring and
seasoning products; frozen foods; gravy mix products; prepared salads;
ready-to-eat products; sauces and marinade mixes; snack and snack mix
products; soup and soup mixes; dip and dip mixes; spreads; and stuffing
products. and Dip/Dip Mix Products.

The brands affected by the recall include Herbox; Follow Your Heart;
Reser's; Trader Joe's; Garden Harvest; Minor's; Publix; Casa Solana; E-Z
Eats!; El Pasado; Giant Eagle; Jose Ole; Posada; Tornados; McCormick;
Durkee; French's; Weber; Austinuts; Barcel; CVS; Great Nut Supply; HK
Anderson; Hawaiian; Herr's; National Pretzel Company; President's
Choice; Pringles; Quaker; Rouses Louisiana's Best; Safeway; Spec's Wines
& Fine Foods; Sunflower Markets; Castella; Concord Foods; Culinary
Circle; De la Casa; Dean's; Delicioso; Fresh Food Concepts; Great Value;
Healthwise; Homemade Gourmet; Johnny's Fine Foods; Kroger; Mrs.
Gerry's; Oak Lake Farms; Produce Valley; Rojo's; T. Marzetti; and
Spreadables.

For the FDA database of recalled foods, click here.
For the FDA searchable database, click here.

Privacy Concerns at UMC Arise Over Patient Information

nospam@example.com (Steven J. Klearman) — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:53:58 -0400

The Las
Vegas Sun reports that a state health investigation uncovered
questionable procedures surrounding disposal of patient information at
University Medical Center in Clark County.

... state health authorities have discovered an unknown number of
unidentified people have keys to locked bins at the hospital where
patient information sheets are deposited for shredding.

UMC officials did not know who had keys to the bins, nor how many
had been issued, according to a state Health Division report.
Inspectors found four instances where people had been issued multiple
keys without an explanation.

"In other words, there was no way to tell whether the additional
keys were replacing lost or stolen keys or were simply a second set for
those individuals, or passed on to someone else," the report said.

UMC will need to appeal the report or provide a plan to address
the violation. The hospital faces a fine of up to $400, a state official
said.

Protecting patient privacy has been at the forefront of hospital
operations nationwide since Congress passed the Health Insurance
Portability and Accountability Act of 1996. Violations of HIPAA, as the
act is known, can be investigated by the county district attorney, the
state attorney general's office or the U.S. attorney's office. A person
who violates a patient's privacy with the intent to sell information can
be fined up to $250,000 and imprisoned for up to 10 years.

...

HIPAA requires hospitals to make "reasonable efforts" to protect
patient data, Brannman said, and leaves specific methods open to
interpretation. He said UMC was doing everything necessary to abide by
HIPAA by keeping the bins inside locked rooms or in locations that were
in the open and visible to others at all times. UMC's precautions make
it inconvenient if someone wanted to go "Dumpster diving" in the bins
for patient information, he said.

As for the state report, Brannman dismissed the inspector's notes
as "anecdotal" and "that inspector's opinion."

... Brannman said he has 10 days to respond to the state's report
and it may be disputed.

Clark County Commissioner Steve Sisolak suggests that the
hospital reduce the number of recycling boxes and install a shredder
over each one, so the records are destroyed immediately.

"I think this is a pretty easy one to solve," he said.

What to Bring When You Meet the Attorney

nospam@example.com (Jere Locke Beasley) — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:21:21 -0400

Be prepared for Your Alabama Accident Attorney
Your initial consultation with an accident attorney in Alabama will most likely be complimentary. This is your opportunity to ask all your questions regarding your accident, including whether you have a viable case worth pursuing.

To help your prospective lawyer, be sure to bring the following:

Names and addresses of the other parties involved in the accident
Names and addresses of any witnesses
The name and badge number of the police officer who made a report
A copy of the filed police report
Copies of all your medical bills resulting from accident-related injuries
Copies of any other accident-related bills, such as property damage
Photos of the accident scene and your vehicle, if appropriate
Your notes about the accident, including how you felt
Any other recollections about the accident

Your Alabama accident attorney needs to know as much as possible about the accident and the conditions surrounding it.

Accident Attorneys in Alabama Know the Worth of your Claim
Do not bring preconceived notions about how much money you think the party who harmed you owes you. Accident attorneys in Alabama are in the best position to place a value on your claim based on their experience and evaluation of the documents you provide. Whether you have been involved in a motor vehicle accident, products liability, or premises liability incident, Alabama accident attorneys can advise you on how you will work together to prove negligence and pursue just and fair compensation for your damages.

Our Alabama Accident Attorneys Can Help
You have a choice in selecting among accident attorneys in Alabama. Beasley Allen has handled cases involving verdicts and settlements amounting to nearly $15 billion.

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What to Do If You Are in an Accident in New York City

nospam@example.com (Jeffrey S. Antin) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:32:45 -0500

The New York City Accident Lawyers of Antin, Ehrlich & Epstein remind you that if you have suffered an accident injury in New York City, your first step should be to make sure you are physically alright. If not, ask someone to call for an ambulance or seek medical attention as soon as you are able to do so.

If you are physically able, find out if anyone else in your vehicle needs medical attention and, if so, call for help. Then, if any other vehicles were involved, see if anyone in any of those vehicles needs medical attention and call for help if necessary.

Some steps to follow

Your next steps should include the following:

If you are able to do so safely, get out of traffic so that no one else gets hurt and so that you do not get hurt again.
Call the police to come to the scene of the accident. However, due to traffic congestion or other pressing police business, the police cannot always get there. Explain the situation to them on the telephone and follow their directions. If they say they will come, wait for them.
Observe the scene and try to remember how the accident happened. Do not discuss it with anyone but the police. If the police tell you they cannot get to the scene, they will probably tell you how to report the accident later. Follow their directions and report the accident as soon as possible.
If you have a camera and can do so safely, take pictures of the scene. Get the names, addresses, and phone numbers of anyone else who was involved in the accident and, if possible, anyone who witnessed it. If another vehicle was involved, get the license plate number along with the make, model, color and type of vehicle, along with insurance information for the driver and owner of the vehicle. It is wise to keep a pen or pencil and some paper in your car for such purposes.
State law requires you to have automobile insurance and to carry proof of it with you or in your vehicle. If asked, you should cooperate and disclose your name, address, phone number, and insurance information with anyone else involved in the accident. Again, there is no need to discuss how the accident happened or whose fault it was with anyone but the police. Do not make any apologies or admissions of fault at the scene.
Finally, after you have attended to your immediate health care needs, call a good accident law firm in New York City and make an appointment to discuss your case as soon as you are able to do so.

Let Us Help

At Antin, Ehrlich & Epstein, our accident attorneys in New York City do not charge you for an initial appointment and evaluation. If you have case, we can represent you on a contingent fee basis. You owe no attorney fees unless and until we obtain a recovery for you.

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FERS & CSRS Disability Retirement: The Problem with Answering an OPM Denial

nospam@example.com (Robert R. McGill) — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 18:54:38 -0400

A denial of a Federal Disability Retirement application under FERS or CSRS from the Office of Personnel Management always leaves the applicant and his or her attorney at a disadvantage. This is because OPM is never answerable to any resulting consequence of a denial; at least, not directly. Think about it this way: In the initial application, if an OPM Disability Retirement application is properly prepared and submitted according to, and within the parameters of the laws governing Federal Disability Retirement, one would assume that it should be approved. If it is denied, then the case is sent to the "Reconsideration" division of OPM -- meaning, to another person. Now, taking it out of the hands of one OPM Representative into the hands of another, has both the good and the bad mixed together: the good is that it will now be reviewed afresh by someone else; the bad is that the person who denied the original application has no further responsibility for the denial. This is true, incidentally, with respect to the Reconsideration Stage of the process; if a second denial is issued, the person who issues the second denial also has no responsibility to answer for the basis given in the denial. The "light at the end of the tunnel", however, comes when it is finally taken up by an Administrative Judge at the Merit Systems Protection Board. While the AJ cannot hold anyone at OPM responsible for a denial which never should have been, at the very least, when the AJ reviews the record and finds that the previous denials were unfounded or rationally without legal foundation, an immediate recognition of a baseless denial can help the applicant. Ultimately, rationality and legal integrity has a chance to prevail; it sometimes takes more than one bite at the apple.

Sincerely, Robert R. McGill, Esquire

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International Parental Child Abduction

nospam@example.com (Susan V. Perez) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 19:26:28 -0400

A U.S. citizen or green card holder who is married to a Filipino residing in the Philippines should think one hundred and one times before filing a divorce if the U.S. citizen or green card holder would like to have custody of his or her children. Also, if the child is residing in the U.S. with the U.S. citizen or green card holder parent, that parent should think one hundred and one times before allowing the child to take a vacation in the Philippines. The Filipino parent residing in the Philippines may choose not to let the child go back to the U.S. and the U.S. citizen or green card holder parent will have no remedy to get that child back into the United States. I have a friend who waited for her daughter to come to the U.S. before she filed for divorce because she knew the father won't let the girl come to the U.S. if he knew the marriage was breaking up. If the father doesn't consent to the girl traveling to the U.S., the U.S citizen mother won't have any legal remedy. While the Philippine court can grant visitation rights to the U.S. resident mother, this is practically useless considering the distance.

The Philippines is not a party to the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of international abduction. There are also no international or bilateral treaties in force between the United States and Philippines on international abduction. Therefore, the U.S. citizen has no remedy to pursue recovery of a child who was abducted or wrongfully detained in the Philippines by the other parent. The child is subject to the law of the Philippines for all matters including custody. A custody decree issued by a U.S. court has no binding effect abroad because the United States is not a party to any treaty or convention on the enforcement of court orders. The Philippine court may voluntarily recognize the custody decree, but it's not required to follow or enforce the decree.

Under Philippine law, parental child abduction is not a crime. Philippine law considers custody disputes as civil legal matters and should be resolved by the parents or parties concerned in family court. The U.S. resident parent has the option to file a petition for habeas corpus seeking release of the child from the other parent or to ask the Philippine court to recognize and enforce the U.S. custody order. In both cases, the U.S. resident parent would need a local attorney or Filipino attorney in the Philippines.

Under the laws of the United States, international parent child abduction may be a crime. Removing a child from the U.S. against another parent's wishes can be considered a crime and this is true even when neither parent has a custody decree prior to the abduction. A custody decree would be helpful to the Filipino parent but not to the U.S. resident parent. If a U.S. court grants the Filipino parent 50 percent custody and for this reason was able to take the child back to the Philippines for a vacation. If the Filipino parent chooses not to follow the U.S. custody decree decides to hold the child in the Philippines, can the U.S court cite the Filipino parent for contempt? Probably not. As we all now, the wheels of justice grind slow in the Philippines. In the meantime, the child and the left-behind parent suffer emotional and psychological problems.

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Do All Personal Injury Cases Involve Physical Injury?

nospam@example.com (Josh S. Brownstein) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 17:33:15 -0400

That is a very common question and the answer is no. All personal injury cases do not involve physical injury, although most of them do. One type of non-physical personal injury is called defamation which means your reputation and “name” is harmed by incorrect and negative communications made by others. There are two forms of defamation and they are:

Libel – refers to defamation that can be viewed, such as read in a newspaper, on a billboard or online on somebody’s web site
Slander – refers to defamation that is heard, such as at a news conference, over the radio or at a public gathering

The components that must be proved so you can recover damages for either libel or slander are very similar and include:

As the plaintiff, you must show that the defendant expressed an untrue and defamatory comment about you
You must also show that there was an unauthorized publication to someone else made that included the libelous material
You must then prove the publisher published the libelous material negligently
Lastly, you must present damages, such as a job loss

One might think that suffering a defamation of character injury is less painful than an injury from a slip and fall or dog bite accident. Although your physical injuries, in most cases, do heal and you return to your old self again, it’s very difficult if not impossible, to erase someone’s memory about a defamatory article they read about you. Even if you are vindicated in a court of law, there will always be a record of the libelous material and with the state of technology today, the material could live on forever in cyberspace. Consult with a San Francisco personal injury attorneys in your area if you feel you have been a victim of defamation and work hard to clear your name.

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California Is One of the Worst States for Drivers Distracted by Technology

nospam@example.com (Roger D. "Skip" Slates) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 16:28:14 -0400

Forbes magazine has compiled a list of the worst states for those who cannot resist using hand-held electronic devices even while driving. The list includes California whose anti-distracted driving laws were some of the earliest such laws in the country. This is of concern to California accident lawyers, who routinely see the consequences of distracted driving.

In 2008, California banned the use of hand-held cell phones while driving. All motorists are banned from using hand-held cell phones, while bus drivers and novice drivers are banned from all cell phone use while driving. The ban on text messaging went into effect in January 2009. Both the hand-held cell phone ban and the text messaging ban come with primary enforcement. This means that a police officer in California can pull over a motorist merely for violating the hand-held cell phone or text messaging ban, even if they were not committing any other offense.

If there’s one thing wrong with California's distracted driving laws, it’s the fact that these come with low penalties. A first offense for either a hand-held cell phone use violation or texting violation comes with a $20 fine, but for further offenses, the fine is set at $50.

The other states that have effective and aggressive distracted driving laws include:

Arkansas
Connecticut
The District of Columbia which has a fine of up to $100 for violators
New Hampshire, which has a proposed piece of legislation in the works which would include applying makeup while driving and eating as distracted driving behavior alongside text messaging
New Jersey
New York, with a fine of up to $150 for violating the text messaging ban and up to $100 for violating the hand-held cell phone ban
Oregon, with fines of up to $142 for violations of either the hand-held cell phone or text messaging ban
Utah, where a violator could face jail time
Washington

Impressive as those figures are, one must remember that these states have had mixed results from these laws. California, in particular, has had much of the bite from its laws dulled from poor penalties and low fines. A $20 fine is not much of a deterrent for a motorist who wants to check a message. It’s one reason why many California accident lawyers have thrown their weight behind a new bill that will substantially increase fines for violators.

Truck Accident with Train

nospam@example.com (Clifford A. Blackman) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 16:45:55 -0400

A Metro light rail train collided with a semi-truck in
central Phoenix on Monday,

The 53-foot 18-wheeler was making a left-hand turn to go south onto a frontage
road by Interstate 10 when the crash occurred. Witnesses said the truck
attempted to make the turn during a red arrow.

Although there were no fatalities in this collision, it is a reminder to keep an eye on large trucks, especially as they start a turn.

Truck accidents occur frequently because of the problems with line of sight, where the driver cannot see cars, or even trains, due to the blind spots.

Truck accident lawyers have special expertise in cases involving collisions with semi-trucks, tractor trailers, and big rigs. Call for a free consultation if you or someone you care about was hurt or killed in a truck accident. Call from anywhere toll-free 1-888-395-3551. Blackman Legal Group lawyers are experienced in cases of traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, serious burn injury, and wrongful death.

Fatal Elevator Accident - a grain elevator

nospam@example.com (Clifford A. Blackman) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 16:34:52 -0400

A man was killed Tuesday when he was trapped in a grain elevator. There were extensive efforts to rescue him, but all failed. He was found dead. The victim was Julio Luis Garcia, age 47, from Idaho falls. The location of the elevator accident was the General Mills Elevators in Newdale.

People rely on the safety of elevators all the time. When people go home to their condos they have to take their residential elevators to get in and out. They expect safety. Downtown office building elevators are also carrying workers in and out every day, and we all expect them to be safe.

When there is an elevator accident and somebody is hurt, or worse, killed, it is important to contact experienced elevator accident lawyers. Blackman Legal Group of San Francisco, California handles elevator accidents involving spinal injury, brain injury, and wrongful death. They can be reached toll-free at 1-888-395-3551.

What information do you need to collect in a trucking accident.

nospam@example.com (Thomas D. D'Amore) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 16:05:22 -0400

Once you have found a personal injury attorney who has extensive experience with trucking accident injury cases, there is some evidence and information that you can provide and help to collect to aid your legal representative in moving forward with your case and obtaining a settlement for you and your loved ones.

Evidence
Your lawyer can help you, with the aid of an investigator, to collect evidence to support your claim that the driver or trucking company acted negligently and caused the accident. Evidence can include witness statements, photographs and videos, trucking company logs and recordings, police reports and reports from other emergency responders such as firefighters and paramedics, tractor trailer maintenance records, and emergency room reports. Witness statements can come from other passengers and drivers of other vehicles.

Remember that the trucking company will be out to preserve its reputation and defend the driver to avoid having to pay a settlement or be accused of negligence, so they will also be conducting their own investigation. At no point are you required by law to speak to their representatives. The only people you should discuss the accident with are the police and your attorney.

Documents for Compensation

If you were not at fault in the accident and the driver or trucking company behaved negligently, you are likely entitled to compensation to cover your medical expenses, lost wages, future medical costs related to your injuries (including nursing and rehabilitation), damages for pain and suffering, and possibly further categories depending on the nature of the crash and your injuries.

In order to estimate an appropriate settlement amount, your lawyer will need to see copies of any expenses you have incurred as a result of the accident, including property damages and medical bills. You should also provide any recent pay slips and bank statements that show the level of income you were accustomed to prior to your injury. You can also provide information regarding your injury status, such as whether or not it has resulted in a permanent disability, whether you will need to undergo therapy, and what the general prognosis is from your doctor.

Article provided courtesy of the trucking accident attorneys in Washington at D’Amore Law Group, 800-905-4676, www.damorelawgroup.com.

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How are Truck Accidents unique from automobile accidents?

nospam@example.com (Thomas D. D'Amore) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 15:46:49 -0400

While frightening and dangerous, accidents between passenger vehicles are typically not as severe as accidents that involve commercial tractor trailers and passenger cars. The speed, size, and weight of these trucks make them extremely hazardous to smaller vehicles that they share the road with. Aside from increased risk of injury due to size, there are other factors that make truck accidents different from regular auto accidents.

Parties Involved

Trucking accidents involve not just the driver of the vehicle, but the trucking company that owns the vehicle as well as the manufacturer of the truck and its parts. There are many causes of tractor trailer accidents that can involve one or all of the above parties, and it is possible that they, along with their insurers, will become involved in any injury lawsuit. Accidents are commonly caused by these factors:

¿ Driver negligence, distracted driving
¿ Faulty equipment or improper safety maintenance
¿ Unsafe driving, speeding, driving under the influence
¿ Inadequate driver and safety training

If you are the victim of any of the above, you should consult with a legal professional right away. When a trucking company is involved in an accident, their representatives will begin investigating the crash right away in order to try to collect evidence proving that the accident was at least partially your fault. This is not something you would typically need to deal with in a regular auto accident, so you will need an attorney who is experienced in this area to defend your rights.

Evidence

In addition to collecting evidence from the scene of the accident and witness statements, the trucking company will likely attempt to get a statement from you regarding the collision as well – remember to never speak to anyone but the police and your attorney. Your attorney will help you to obtain evidence to support your side of the case.

Laws

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulates the use of commercial trucks and provides laws and rules specific to tractor trailers. These laws are in addition to standard road safety laws and will likely be cited in court.

Article provided courtesy of the trucking accident attorneys in Washington at D’Amore Law Group, 800-905-4676, www.damorelawgroup.com.

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Harry Reid's Wife and Daughter In an Atlanta Car Accident

nospam@example.com (Scott Delius) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 15:02:27 -0400

Brought to you by Atlanta car accident attorney Scott Delius

It has been reported that the Senator’s wife and daughter were rear-ended while driving in their van in Virginia. Harry’s 69 year old wife Landra, and his 48 year old daughter Lana, were rushed to the hospital in an ambulance. Their car was hit by a semi-truck; the driver was charged with reckless driving.
People in Atlanta and across the nation will be praying for their health and speedy recovery. Of course, even in times where your politics are a bit contentious; we understand what family means and pray the best of all outcomes for his family.
Mrs. Reid has suffered a broken back, neck and nose, but early reports indicate she was able to move her arms and legs, and her injuries are not life threatening. Their daughter suffered a neck injury and had facial injuries, but she is expected to be released from the Inova Fairfax Hospital soon.
Police said they were on I-95 headed north when their mini-van was hit by the semi truck. The chain of events included their van crashing into a Jeep Grand Cherokee which then it hit a Chevrolet Cobalt.
It has been reported that senator Reid rushed to their side at the hospital; but he later returned to the Capitol for a meeting with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to continue their health care legislation efforts. Later in the evening he returned to be with his wife and daughter at the hospital.

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Common Misconceptions About Personal Injury Lawsuits

nospam@example.com (Mark W. Napier) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 14:54:46 -0400

Cincinnati Personal Injury Law

Misconceptions about Personal Injury Litigation

Plaintiffs who file personal injury lawsuits can face many nasty stereotypes about such litigation. Uninformed observers of personal injury litigation often call such cases frivolous and an abuse of our judicial system and portray plaintiffs as greedy. However, unless you are a personal injury victim or represent one, it can be hard to see just how much such victims suffer as a result of their accidents, which often happen because of the negligence of others. Filing personal injury lawsuits in Cincinnati can often be the only way to obtain true justice.

Another myth about personal injury law is that the only true winners in the cases are the attorneys. Honest and experienced law firms will fight for their client’s benefit, and take fair fees in successful cases. Sometimes plaintiffs are discouraged from seeking legal aid because of misconceptions about long courtroom trials. However, often your attorneys can settle the case out of court, avoiding a time-consuming trial altogether and allowing you to get on with your life.

Personal injury lawsuits stem from a variety of situations, including but not limited to: car accidents, motorcycle accidents, medical malpractice such as misdiagnosis or surgical error, product liability, premise liability and wrongful death lawsuits. The repercussions from these accidents can be severe, painful and affect your life far beyond the immediate future. Personal injury victims are often forced to recuperate physically while struggling to pay hospitalization and physical therapy bills and sometimes deal with loss of wages because of an inability to work. The long-standing judicial process of personal injury litigation is often the only way to make sure that victims get the proper compensation they deserve and need to continue with their lives, and hold negligent companies accountable for their actions.

If you are a personal injury victim, do not let the often told few cases of truly frivolous lawsuits prevent you from seeking the compensation that is rightly yours and the settlement that you deserve because of your suffering.

The above information is provided courtesy of Freking & Betz, LLC, a Cincinnati area personal injury law firm, 513-721-1975.

Freking & Betz, LLC - injury in Cincinnati
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Personal Injury Cases and Settlements

nospam@example.com (Charles T. McGinnis) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 14:47:13 -0400

Finding an Experienced Firm

Personal Injury cases can range from motorcycle accidents to medical malpractice lawsuits. A law firm experienced in the personal injury field of law will be able to handle the specific requirements of your case at minimal cost and stress to you. Whether your case concerns product liability or a premise slip-and-fall, make sure the legal representation you choose has a reputation for honesty and effectiveness.

If you are a victim with a possible personal injury case, finding the right law firm can be the difference between winning a substantial settlement or drowning in legal fees and paperwork. An experienced personal injury law firm will help you file your petition quickly and accurately within the allowed deadlines or statute of limitations. Lawyers well versed in such litigation cases can also take effective and timely action to win a proper settlement.

An experienced firm can help you win a settlement that will get you compensation for:

Lost wages because of a physical injury
Hospitalization Bills
Cost of Medicine
Asset Damages (such as to a car or motorcycle)
Compensation for Emotional and Mental Stress

A reputable personal injury law firm is essential in your financial and physical recovery after an accident. Don’t be intimidated by negligent doctors, big corporations, or insurance companies if their action is preventing you from receiving the compensation you deserve. When looking at law firms in your area, look at the case record and specialty of each firm to make sure that your attorney has specific experience with a case like yours. Each personal injury lawsuit in Cincinnati is unique, and your attorney should be sensitive to your particular needs.

The above information is provided courtesy of Freking & Betz, LLC, one of the personal injury law firms in Cincinnati, 513-721-1975.

Freking & Betz, LLC
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Procedures More Prone to Error and Malpractice

nospam@example.com (Randolph H. Freking) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 14:38:09 -0400

Medical malpractice, in which significant personal injury is caused by neglect, errors or subpar performance of medical professionals, is an all too common occurrence in American life. While individuals o to healthcare professionals for healing, unfortunately just the opposite is often the case.

Certain procedures, however, are more prone to error and malpractice.

Diagnosis – Diagnoses of medical professionals are a frequent source of error and malpractice. Failure to notice obvious symptoms, failure to appropriately check for related signs, failure to judge appropriately, etc. frequently is a major source of patient suffering. This often manifests itself in severe diseases that could have been prevented or treated better had they been diagnosed correctly. Typically misdiagnosed diseases include:

Cancer of the lung
Cancer of the breast
Colorectal cancer
Heart attacks
Appendicitis

Surgery – Malpractice during surgery is another leading source of error and malpractice. Malpractice related to surgery is responsible for the death of nearly 100,000 patients in hospitals every year, not to mention countless suffering of those who do not die but suffer continuing injury.

Errors that frequently occur during surgery include:

Surgery on the wrong person
Surgery on the wrong side of the body
Surgery on the wrong body part
Puncturing of organs during surgery
Poor administration and monitoring of anesthesia during surgery
Bad decision making during surgery
Leaving tools in the body during surgery

While medical malpractice is an all too often occurring phenomenon, it is not easy to prove. The process of litigation is complex, lengthy and costly. Nonetheless, individuals who have suffered due to malpractice have every right to sue for compensation. It is highly recommended that the services of a medical malpractice attorney in Cincinnati be utilized in pursuing this form of litigation.

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Winter Storms are Not Letting Up, Make Sure You're Covered

nospam@example.com (William Muhr) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 14:19:54 -0400

Brought to you by Massachusetts motor vehicle accident lawyer John O'Connell.

The winter on the East Coast this year has been anything but pleasant. Because of the increasingly snowy and icy conditions, there have been increased incidents of auto accidents. So what is the real cost of having the minimum in insurance policies?

Recently, a reporter in the Pittsburgh area investigated the overall costs of carrying minimum liability insurance coverage. The findings are pretty surprising. The minimum coverage in Pennsylvania is $15,000 bodily liability and $30,000 damage liability. These figures are pretty similar to the minimum liability coverage in Massachusetts. So how far does minimum coverage get you?

To save money, one woman, Darriece Burrell, dropped her collision coverage to save money. She quickly regretted that decision when her vehicle was totaled by an uninsured motorist. Now she is without a car and will receive no compensation. Insurance professionals estimate that a rear end collision involving at least 4 passengers can cost you upwards of $50,000. Maybe even $200,000 if there are injuries. The max coverage for minimum liability policies is usually only $5,000-or a fixed bumper or dent.

With so much liability that arises from a single incident, it may be time to consider adjusting your policy. Accidents happen, but they don’t have to cost you your life’s savings. For example, our reporter found that increasing your policy isn’t as expensive as you may think. For an additional $6 /month, Geico will increase your bodily liability to $100,000 and damage liability to $300,000.

Having a sufficient policy is important to ensuring that you are not left holding the bill should you get into an auto accident.
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Tips for Being Pulled Over for a DUI Investigation in Orange County, California

nospam@example.com (Scott D. Hughes) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 13:43:00 -0400

Obviously the best way to avoid a DUI arrest or conviction in Orange County, California is not to drive under the influence of alcohol. However, just because a person has drank alcohol does not mean that he or she is legally "under the influence." If you have been drinking and get stopped by police, the following tips can significantly reduce the likelihood of receiving a DUI conviction in Orange County.

Keep your proof of insurance and registration in an easily accessible place in your glove compartment to avoid police statements that you were "fumbling" with your papers and I.D. Instead, calmly hand over these documents at the request of the officers.

The officers will then attempt to have you do a series of field sobriety tests. The field sobriety tests include following the pen with your eyes, time estimation, balancing tests, walking tests, and other coordination tests. It is also very important that you do not attempt to perform any of these tests. Instead, tell the officers that, "on advice of counsel, I respectfully decline to take any field sobriety tests at this time."

You will then be required to take a chemical test. You will be offered an evidentiary breath test or blood test if one is available. You cannot refuse to take these evidentiary tests. If you refuse such a test, your license will be suspended for one-year. If you blood alcohol level is greater than 0.08%, you will be arrested for a violation of California Vehicle Code Section 23152(a) and 23152(b).

You will then have 10 days to request a hearing with the California DMV. If you do not request a hearing within 10 days of the date of your DUI arrest, the DMV will automatically suspend your Driver's License for 4 months.

In addition to the DMV penalties, you will have a separate action taken against you in Criminal Court. In most cases, if you retain the services of an attorney, your appearance will not be necessary in Court.

If either you or a loved one has been arrested for a DUI or has an Administrative Per Se Hearing scheduled with the Department of Motor Vehicles in Orange County, California, it is crucial that you have an experienced Orange County DUI Attorney to help protect your rights. For a free telephonic consultation and evaluation of your case, please contact Orange County DUI Lawyer Scott D. Hughes at (714) 423-6928 or scott@scotthugheslaw.com.

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10 Tips For Dads To Productively Co-Parent

nospam@example.com (Diana L. Martinez) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:45:37 -0400

Parenting
after divorce requires serious adjustment, trust, and confidence.
Whether you resolve your divorce through a peaceful resolution process
or through a divorce battle, the way you and your ex-spouse co-parent
will have an impact, good or bad, on your children.

For many fathers, this
may be the first time you have sole responsibility for your child for a
significant period of time. It will be up to you to feed your child,
dress him, give medications, take to birthday parties, handle
emergencies, etc. This can be a challenge, especially if you feel Mom
will be judging you or will use any mistake against you to challenge
your visitation time. Mother’s frequently complain “He’s never taken
care of a four year old before.” “He doesn’t even know who Johnny’s
doctors are.” Some of these reasons may, in fact, be true. Why?
Because Mom always took those responsibilities. So what happens when
little Johnny is on his weekend visit with Dad? Unless Mom and Dad have
a good co-parenting relationship (doesn’t happen over-night), Mom will
probably be frantic all weekend, Johnny will feel Mom’s anxiety before
he leaves to spend time with Dad, Johnny will likely be worried all
weekend about Mom, Dad will feel that Mom is judging him and trying to
interfere with his relationship with Johnny, and there will likely be
more court hearings to modify visitation because Johnny is uncomfortable
visiting with Dad, Dad is not taking proper care of Johnny, Mom is
“brain-washing” Johnny against Dad, etc. All of these are
understandable “perspectives”. Children pick up on emotion even when
nothing is said to them. Regardless of what Mom says or does, you have
the ability to create a positive relationship with your child. Here are
a few tips for divorced Fathers wanting to improve their relationships with
their children:

Never bad mouth your
child’s mother in the child's presence or within his/her range of hearing;
Ask your child how his
day was and actually listen, attentively, to the answer - ask follow up
questions;
Help your child with
his/her homework;
Meet your child’s
teachers and the school’s staff - I personally have seen mother’s going
through divorce who have rallied the school staff on their side because
they talk to them about how terrible Dad is. And since Dad doesn’t talk
to the staff, they believe Mom;
Know the names of your
child’s friends - this will not only show you are interested and paying
attention, but it will make it much easier when you learn that Johnny
was invited to Susie’s birthday party. Your child has a life too you
know;
Create a routine for
when your child is with you - Father-child activities are great, such as
afternoon walks, bed time stories, grocery shopping (a great
opportunity to include your child’s tastes for dinners during his/her
visit with you);
Know how your child is
doing in school - Don’t use your lack of communication with Mom as an
excuse. Talk to your child’s teacher (see item 4 above) and ask if s/he
can create a duplicate of your child’s progress reports for you.
Sometimes, they are available online. Get the information. It’s okay
to let the teachers know your situation and the level of communication
with Mom. This will help the teacher help your child through rough days
(such as mid week visitation changes, when it is natural for your child
to miss the parent s/he will not be seeing for a while).
Compliment your child
on his/her successes;
Communicate directly
with all of your child’s caregivers;
Enjoy each day with your child and remind her how much you love her.
Stress affects us all. Find an outlet when your child is not with you
so that you can be properly focused when s/he is with you.

Child specialists agree that children who’s
parents have divorced tend to have more productive relationships in
adulthood when their parents resolve their divorces peacefully. These
tips where accumulated from my experience as a divorce peacemaker, from
recommendations by child specialists, and from practices that have
worked for my clients. There are many more ways to succeed in
co-parenting. Please feel free to share what has worked for you.

Car Accident Attorney Talks about What to Do after A Car Accident

nospam@example.com (Emery B. Ledger) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:16:33 -0400

Each year, in the United States, there are over six million car
accidents and over forty thousand people are killed as a result of those
accidents. To put that number in perspective, someone is injured in a
car accident about every fourteen seconds and someone dies about every
twelve minutes as a result of being involved in a car accident. Over
two million people a year suffer permanent injuries from the car
accident that they were involved in. These statistics may sound
shocking, but they point out the reality that most of us, at some point
in our life, will be involved in a car accident. If that happens, then
it is in your best interest to know what you need to do immediately
after and for the months that follow, according to California car
accident attorney Emery Ledger of Ledger & Associate s.

The most important thing to do immediately after a car accident is to
prevent further injuries. If you are able to move your vehicle out of
the street or at least out of the path of traffic, then do so. If you
are unable to do so, then make sure someone has called 911 to get help
out to you. Make sure that you call the police to make a report,
whether you think you need them or not. Once you are safe from further
injury, if you have not been transported to the hospital already, then
try and get basic information from the driver of the other vehicle. Ask
for name, address, telephone number and insurance information. Getting
the license plate number and description of the vehicle is also a good
idea. Also, take a look around and see of there are any witnesses to
the accident. If there are, attempt to get contact information for them
as well. Many people depend on the police to get this information and
while it may be included in a police report, that is not always the
case.

Once you have left the accident scene, you need to be checked out
thoroughly by a physician. If you were transported directly to the
hospital then you should have an idea of what injuries you have
suffered. If not, take yourself to the hospital or to your family
doctor immediately. Many people feel that they didn’t suffer anything
more than bumps and bruises from a car accident only to find out the
next day that they have serious internal injuries, back injuries or
whiplash. Not all car accident injuries are life-threatening, but even
those that aren’t may require medical care. The sooner you are treated,
the faster you can begin to heal. Additionally, if you have suffered
injuries, the less time that elapses between the accident and a
diagnosis, the easier you will make your attorney’s job. This is
because your attorney has to prove that any injuries you have are a
direct result of the car accident, says California car accident attorney
Emery Ledger's blog. As you can see, if you wait a week to go see a doctor,
you make that part of your attorney’s job more difficult.

Lastly, document everything that you go through after a car accident.
Keep receipts for all expenses, keep copies of all estimates and
reports that you are given and keep a journal of the emotional impact
the accident had one you. When it comes time for your car accident
attorney to try and settle your case, these documents will go a long way
toward getting you the compensation that you deserve.

Use Martindale Hubble, Lawyers.com, Avvo.com, PersonalInjuryLawyer.com, LawFirmDirectory.org as you initial resources to find a great accident attorney that you feel confident will handle your matter professionally.

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10 Tips For Moms To Productively Co-Parent

nospam@example.com (Diana L. Martinez) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:25:02 -0400

Parenting after
divorce requires serious adjustment, trust, and confidence. Whether you
resolve your divorce through a peaceful resolution process or through a
divorce battle, the way you and your ex "co-parent" will have an impact,
good or bad, on your children.

Many mothers feel that they are better
equipped to care for the child than the father for a variety of
reasons. “He’s never taken care of a four year old before.” “He
doesn’t even know who Susie’s doctors are.” Some of these reasons may,
in fact, be true. Why? Because mom always took those
responsibilities. So what happens when little Susie is on her weekend
visit with Dad? Unless Mom and Dad have a good co-parenting
relationship (doesn’t happen over-night), Mom will probably be frantic
all weekend, Susie will feel Mom’s anxiety before she leaves to spend
time with Dad, Susie will likely be worried all weekend about Mom, Dad
will feel that Mom is judging him and trying to interfere with his
relationship with Susie, and there will likely be more court hearings to
modify visitation because Susie is uncomfortable visiting with Dad, Dad
is not taking proper care of Susie, Mom is “brain-washing” Susie
against Dad, etc. All of these are understandable “perspectives”.
Children pick up on emotion even when nothing is said to them.
Regardless of what Dad says or does, you have the ability to create a
positive relationship with your child. Here are a few tips for Mothers
wanting to improve their relationships with their children:

Never bad mouth your child’s father in the child's presence or within his/her range of hearing;
Never ask your child about his/her time
with Dad - let your tell you about it without any pressure from you;
When your child shares
something negative about Dad (“Dad said you don’t want me to spend time
with him”), don’t attack Dad. The best response is to tell your child
that you’re sorry s/he had to hear that and that Mom and Dad are working
on this very hard and “we both love you very much.”
Don’t try to control
Dad - it didn’t work when you were married, it will work even less now.
Telling him to do homework with your child or not feed them cake for
dinner will not work.
Allow Dad
to be the Dad you want him to be. When Dad has the kids and calls you
to find out if, for example, he should give Susie a certain medication,
give Dad the information to make the decision himself (Susie was
allergic when she was first born. If you are going to give it to her,
watch her breathing for the next 30 minutes and be ready to get her to
the hospital if she starts wheezing, etc). Resist taking control but
make sure your child is safe.
Keep Dad informed about your child’s
schedule. There are online services such as Our Family Wizard that can
help you do this without having to directly communicate with Dad;
Keep a regular routine
that your child can take with her when she is with Dad. For example,
make it your child’s job to always lock the doors and windows at your
house. When she’s at Dad’s, guess what she’ll do every night;
If you happen to be the
disciplinarian or the homework enforcer, make sure you also make time
for fun - your regular routine should include game nights, bed time
stories, evening walks, etc;
Have a support network and a stress
outlet - yoga, a book club, etc. This will also help keep your mind off
your child when he is with Dad.
Try not to be alone
on holidays when your child is with Dad. The last thing you need is to
be so depressed that your child starts to feel guilty for being away
from you at that time of year, every year.
Create new traditions that you can look forward to.

Child
specialists agree that children who’s parents have divorced tend to have
more productive relationships in adulthood when their parents resolve
their divorces peacefully. These tips where accumulated from my
experience as a divorce peacemaker, from recommendations by child
specialists, and from practices that have worked for my clients. There
are many more ways to succeed in co-parenting. Please feel free to
share what has worked for you.

Choosing The Right Mediator Or Collaborative Attorney

nospam@example.com (Diana L. Martinez) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:19:27 -0400

Finding the right peacemaker to help bridge the
differences between you and the other party is crucial to the successful
resolution of your case. Many attorneys advertise as mediators and/or
collaborative attorneys. The reality is, however, that few have the
necessary training, if any, and, more critically, many still litigate as
their primary practice. As attorneys, we are trained to fight. Up
until recently, this was the role of the attorney: the gladiator, if you
will. With the increase in resolution awareness and studies showing
the short and long term benefits of early peacemaking, many litigators
have grown hungry and jumped on the peacemaking bandwagon. So how do
you weed out the wolves in sheep’s clothing? Here are a few tips:

Reputation: Ask around. Most professionals, whether they
are financials, therapists, or other attorneys, know who are the true
peacemakers and who are the litigators at heart.
Connection: If you feel good about your peacemaker at
your initial orientation, that’s a good sign that this is someone you
can work with. Remember your goals (resolve peacefully, protect the
children, etc). Do you feel that this person can help you reach those goals? Or is
this person using hostile language such as “Your ex is going to pay
through the nose”. Trust your gut.
Practice focus: Ask how much of the peacemaker’s practice
is dedicated to mediation, collaboration, and litigation. The reality
is that many litigators would prefer to be full-time peacemakers but
can’t afford to do so... yet. This, in and of itself is not an
indication of the professional’s ability or dedication in peacemaking,
but it can be a clue as to where their focus lies. If you litigate 95%
of the time, it’s very difficult to shift to peacemaker for the other
5%. We call this the “paradigm shift”. It’s very difficult to do when
the fight is in your blood.
Training: It’s okay to ask “where were you trained”, “how
much training have you had”, “when was your last training”. There are
constantly advancements in peacemaking techniques and changes in the
law. A peacemaker who went to one basic training two years ago, may not
be the best fit for your resolution goals.
Resources: Does your peacemaker have a library of books
dealing with resolution in parenting plans, spousal support,
step-parenting, etc? What about recommendations for other professionals
for divorce preparation and post-divorce life?
Experience: Look for a peacemaker with experience in your
type of situation. You wouldn’t want a criminal defense attorney
working on your divorce any more than you would want a dermatologist
handling your open-heart surgery. Nor would you want your cousin who
just past his bar exam in Florida handling your divorce case in
California. Many attorneys offer mentoring, where a new attorney
shadow’s an experienced one. That is fine, so long as you approve of
the arrangement in your case. But your case shouldn’t be the newbies’
practice run.
Involvement in the peacemaking community: The peacemaking
community is relatively small compared to the litigation community.
There are plenty of opportunities to get involved with local, national,
and international peacemaking organizations. Such involvement shows a
commitment beyond just a marketing tool.
Publication: A peacemaker who has published books,
articles, or has an ongoing blog is someone who is up to date on
peacemaking and has something to say about it.
Peacemaking web-sites: Sites like www.lacfla.org, www.scmediation.org, www.collaborativepractice.com, and others provide referral
lists. In order to be on these lists, the professional must have
completed a minimum number of hours of training in
mediation/collaboration, and must meet certain liability and experience
requirements. It’s not a sure thing, but it’s a start.
It’s listed above, but it’s so important, I’m
mentioning it twice: trust your gut. If you feel comfortable with the
professional, it’s probably the right fit. Remember to take in all
factors, but this is probably the most important one. If you don’t feel
intimidated by this person, if you feel comfortable talking to him/her,
odds are the other party will feel that way as well. In peacemaking,
you both need to be comfortable.

Feel free to share your tips and how you found your
peacemaker.

Breaking Old Habits Can Create A Light In The Horizon

nospam@example.com (Diana L. Martinez) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:12:34 -0400

It is always wonderful to see a
challenging case turn “text-book” mediation when the proper team and
resources are used. I recently had a divorcing couple that were facing
incredible challenges: financial, emotional, and, if that wasn’t enough,
trying to meet the needs of their special needs child. Our first
session went as most do: they were uncertain as to the benefits of
mediation, they were treating, and reacting to, each other as they
always had done, and they were very positional. This is normal. I
started as always, confirming both party’s commitment to try to
resolve. We set out each party’s goals, discussed the general rules of
communication, and started focusing on options for resolution for each
goal.

Also normal for these cases, we spent
most of the time talking about non-issues (over an hour talking about
who would take the vacuum and how the fair market value would be
calculated). Issues such as these are non-issues because the true issue
is “I’m angry and she’s still trying to control me” or “I’m hurt and
he wants to impose rules?” Folks, this is where a coach would usually
step in and help both parties see that the conversation they are having
is masking the true issue and, therefore, that issue is not being discussed or
resolved. I brought this to their attention and they agreed to set
another session which would include the coach. Aside from agreeing to
participate in mediation in the first place, this was probably the next
best decision they could have made in their divorce.

In our next joint session, with the
coach present, we were able to resolve probably two of the most
challenging items in a divorce: the parenting plan and child support.
And that, in three hours! They were like a completely different couple
from the couple I met at the first session. They were not perfect (no
one expected that in so short a time) and would fall back into their old
habits, which they have perfected over the many years of their union.
But, with our help (mine and my co-mediator coach), we were able to stop
them, help them recognize the old habit into which they had fallen, and
they would modify the offensive conduct. Here’s how it worked: Spouse A
would start with “I want you to...” or “You have to...” I would
interrupt, apologize for the interruption, and let Spouse A know that
what I am hearing is Spouse A talking at
Spouse B rather than engaging Spouse B in a discussion. With what
Spouse A had learned from the coach, Spouse A then said “Let me
re-phrase.” Both spouses did this so beautifully! They really heard
and were able to adopt the communication techniques they had learned, in
such a short period of time.

Coaches are such an important part of a
peaceful resolution in any conflict. The way you phrase your concerns,
the tone you use, and the control you exercise can make or break any
negotiation. And it is very true - old habits are very hard to break.
Don’t beat yourself up because your spouse keeps getting to you - s/he
knows your “hot buttons” better than anyone. You cannot control what
that person does. Equally true, you CAN control how you respond.

Whether you are a professional or
someone currently going through mediation, I would love to hear your
thoughts on this and if you have had similar experiences.

Please note that any information I
share in these blogs are examples from multiple cases and the facts have
all been changed to protect confidential and privileged information.

Estate Planning Article Series - Hospice

nospam@example.com (Mark W. Jordan) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:52:06 -0400

This is the seventh of a series of articles providing helpful information on estate planning. Please contact the estate planning professionals at The Drew Law Firm for more details on any of these topics or for any of your estate planning needs.

Hospice

Q: What is Hospice?

A: Webster’s dictionary defines hospice as “a facility or program designed to provide a caring environment for supplying the physical and emotional needs of the terminally ill.” Hospice is a government funded program caring for you or a loved-one with a terminal illness.

Q: How does a person qualify for Hospice?

A: A physician must state that under the normal course of the disease, the prognosis is a life expectancy of six months or less. Once you qualify for Hospice, you may stay under Hospice care indefinitely, as long as you continue to meet this basic Medicare criteria.

Q: Are there choices of Hospice providers?

A: There are at least eight providers of Hospice in the Greater Cincinnati area. Each of these organizations, such as Heartland Hospice, provide care in your home. Two of these companies, including Hospice of Cincinnati, have a facility you may move into towards the very end of life. Any of the Hospice providers may move you to a facility if needed.

Q: What is the cost for Hospice?

A: The medical care provided for your terminal illness is covered at 100%, whether you are at home or in a facility, if you are under Medicare benefit part A. Some people have private insurance with co-payments and/or deductibles, but the vast majority have Medicare part A. If you are younger and do not yet have Medicare, please make sure your personal health insurance has a Hospice benefit.

In addition, the in-home programs as well as the facilities will provide respite care approximately five days a month for free. The respite care is to enable the primary caregiver to have a brief break from the day-to-day strain of taking care of you or your loved-one during the terminal illness. A Hospice with a facility will provide respite care at its own location, while an in-home Hospice will use Medicare part A to cover the cost of a stay at a local nursing home.

The cost of staying at a Hospice facility if you are not there for the five day a month respite care or if you not in the active process of dying (final hours or days), is the same as an upscale nursing home (for example, about $250.00 per day).

Q: Do all Hospice providers follow the same guidelines?

A: Yes. All Hospice programs are subject to the same Medicare guidelines. Medicare is a federal program administered at the state level.

Q: What steps are taken when a person under Hospice care dies?

A: If you are in a facility, Hospice will contact the appropriate parties to have a doctor sign a death certificate and release the body to a funeral home. If death occurs at home, the caregiver contacts the Hospice nurse, who takes care of everything. The nurse will come to the home and check for vital signs and contact the doctor for appropriate authorizations. The professional staff of the Hospice providers are aware of the key requirements which vary from county to county.

Q: Should Hospice be considered much sooner in many situations?

A: Yes. Often a Hospice is not contacted until the final month or so of life. Let the professional staff of one of the Hospice’s near you help you and your family for up to half a year.

The early stages of estate planning are critical. If you would like to arrange an initial consultation, please contact our Cincinnati office. Our lawyers will work with you to define your goals, identify significant aspects of your unique situation, and explain your alternatives.

Our estate planning attorneys: Mark W. Jordan, Robert M. Smyth, George J. Zamary, James H. Coogan, Frederic L. Goeddel, Anthony G. Covatta, Michael D. McNeil, Nancy J. Frazier and Sybil B. Mullin.

Bicycle Accidents Can Cause Lifelong Changes

nospam@example.com (Michael P. Ehline) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 11:20:19 -0400

Riding a bicycle on the road can be a dangerous challenge and bicycle accidents can have lifelong changes. These changes can include ongoing medical care that will be needed, the can cause the type of employment to need to be changed and can have a devastating effect on the family.

When riding a bicycle on the roads of Sacramento or San Francisco, or even LA, the rider can be involved in an accident where they will be injured because of a negligent driver, someone that does not provide them the same benefits on the road as they expect. Drivers do not always think the person on the bicycle has the same rights on the road as they do; they often think the cyclist is a bother and should move off the road for them. This is the driver that can be dangerous to the cyclist, one that can cause injury, because they are negligent in their thinking and driving.

Bicycle accidents can cause lifelong changes, because the rider has nothing to protect them during an accident in Sacramento or Bay Area with a vehicle other than protective clothing if worn and a helmet. The bicyclist’s helmet should always be worn as this can prevent head and brain injuries. The rider can sustain injuries that might be road burns and cuts, or more serious injuries including broken bones, head and spine injuries or traumatic brain injuries.

These kinds of injuries can be ones that need ongoing medical care, they can cause a change in lifestyle including the type of employment and can be a strain on a family both financially and mentally. The cyclist has rights, which need to be protected, they need to be compensated when a driver is negligent and causes an accident with injuries.

These are reasons why when a rider is involved in a bicycle accident that has been caused by a vehicle driver a San Francisco, Sacramento, or Los Angeles bicycle attorney needs to protect the injured cyclist’s rights to compensation. This is one of the most important steps the injured rider or their family can make after an accident, because this is an injury attorney that knows the laws, understands driver negligence and can help the rider to put their life back in order.

Bicycle accidents that can cause lifelong changes also mean ongoing medical care, loss of income and other changes, after a negligent driver causes a bicycle crash in Los Angeles, or Sacramento cities. Recovering money for bicycle injuries is not easy. When this happens insurance companies will often try and settle quickly or try and blame the cyclist for the accident rather than pay the amount of compensation the rider deserves. The experienced personal injury bicycle attorney has dealt with this type of situation and knows that building a strong case and dealing with them aggressively means getting the injured victim the amount of compensation they deserve.

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What Do Construction Accident Lawyers Do?

nospam@example.com (Martin W. Edelman) — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 10:57:41 -0400

If all lawyers perform essentially the same job, does it matter which one you choose to represent you? Absolutely. Would you take your car to a mechanic who had never worked on that particular make or model of car before? Of course not. The same rules apply when selecting an attorney to handle your construction accident issue. That is why your best choice is a New York City construction accident lawyer with decades of experience handling construction accident cases.

New York City construction injury lawyer versus personal injury lawyer

If a construction accident injury falls under the category of personal injuries, can you use a personal injury lawyer to handle your case? The experienced New York city construction attorneys at Edelman & Edelman, P.C. do not recommend this strategy for the following reasons:

A personal injury lawyer, while providing adequate representation for a wide range of situations, is unlikely to be intimately familiar with the specific dangers presented by construction sites. These dangers can include exposure to toxic chemicals, falls from scaffolding, and being struck by cranes. The injuries that result can be caused by failure of the project owner, contractor, or supervisor to follow safety protocols, properly inspect equipment, or provide protective training and work gear. A New York City construction accident lawyer has the skill and knowledge to hold the responsible party or parties accountable.
Workers comp is specifically designed to prevent an employee from filing a lawsuit against their employer: to claim comp benefits, an employer does not have to be found negligent. However, at times workers compensation benefits are not enough to cover all the expenses that can result from an injury. When that occurs, you need a New York City construction injury attorney to file a claim against the negligent parties, proving them careless or reckless in their duty to safeguard your well-being.
Personal injury attorneys are unlikely to fully understand the particular abilities required to perform the functions of your job. Therefore, they will not be able to explain to a judge or jury exactly how your injury affects your livelihood, and why you deserve the compensation you do. Not hiring an experienced New York construction accident attorney means risking the loss of compensation that could cover your medical expenses, pain and suffering, and any income lost as a result of the injury.

A New York City construction accident attorney you can depend on

Every New York City construction injury lawyer at Edelman & Edelman, P.C., is committed to providing the vigorous and dedicated representation you need for your injury. Contact us locally at 1-212-943-1200, or toll free at 1-866-925-9195 to discuss your case.

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