Press Releases by Category Politics, Law & Society
New Guidebook from Turley, Redmond, Rosasco, & Rosasco, LLP Provides Overview on …
The law firm Turley, Redmond, Rosasco & Rosasco, LLP is offering as a public service a free guidebook explaining to those who were sickened from toxins while working at the Ground Zero area what they need to do to apply for a claim for the 9/11 Victims Compensation Fund.
The guidebook, titled “Facts About 9/11 Victims Compensation Under The Zadroga Act,” provides an overview of the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and…
THE INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF INFORMATION AND TECHNOLOGY (I2IT), PUNE ORGANISES …
The sixth edition of Women’s Prowess, a symposium on gender equality and issues concerning women held at International Institute of Information Technology {I2IT}, Hinjewadi on 7th March morning saw the convergence of great minds who deliberated on several issues concerning the girl child and femininity at large.
Brainchild of President, Prof. Aruna Katara, this event has featured prominently on the cultural calendar of the institute which believes…
NASGA Releases its Second Open Letter to Congress and the White House
NASGA continues its mission to reform unlawful and abusive guardianships and conservatorships with the release of its second “Open Letter to Congress and the White House,” mailed to approximately 300 members of Congress, including every member of the Senate Special Committee on Aging.
In its previous white paper, NASGA warned that unlawful and abusive guardianships can be dangerous to the health and are dangerous to the wealth of…
Social accountability mechanism
Social accountability is very crucial to organizations as well as NGOS. It is defined as an approach toward building accountability that relies on civic engagement, that is, in which it is ordinary citizens and/or civil society organizations that participate directly or indirectly in exacting accountability.
In a public sector perspective, social accountability pertains to a wide range of actions and mechanisms that citizens, communities, independent media and civil society organizations can…
Bernstein Liebhard Reports on New Study Suggesting DePuy Hip Failure Rate as Hig …
On March 9, 2011, a U.K. study revealed that 1 out of 2 DePuy ASR XL hip implants could potentially fail. Researchers from the British Orthopaedic Association and the British Hip Society presented four sets of data during last week’s British Hip Society Annual Conference. Their findings suggest that DePuy ASR XL hip replacements have a 49 percent failure rate after six years. This means that half…
Gardere Announces New Chief Marketing Officer
DALLAS – Gardere Wynne Sewell LLP is pleased to announce that Shawn L. Adams has joined the Texas-based law firm as its Chief Marketing Officer.
Mr. Adams will oversee Gardere’s marketing and business development efforts, working with team members in managing the daily operations of the marketing support function, as well as participate in the strategic business development and strategic revenue initiatives of the firm.
“We are pleased that Shawn has decided…
Murphy, Pearson, Bradley & Feeney's James Murphy Named a Fellow of the American …
James A. Murphy, founding member of Murphy, Pearson, Bradley & Feeney, P.C., has been named a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers (ACTL), one of the premier legal associations in America. Murphy was inducted into the College at its spring meeting in San Antonio, Texas on March 5.
Founded in 1950, the ACTL is composed of the best of the trial bar from the United States and…
Flagler County Home Health Care Services is the Most Preferred type of Senior Ca …
Bunnell, Florida ( openpr ) March 07, 2011 - Flagler County in-home care has gained increased senior member traffic since it is the most preferred form of senior services amongst the elderly. “There is more evidence than ever that people who need long-term care prefer to live in their own homes and communities whenever possible,” says Dr. Donald Berwick, administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Flagler County…
Edcomm Banker’s Academy Launches Cultural Sensitivity Training for Individuals
Edcomm Banker’s Academy has recently launched its Cultural Sensitivity training program for individuals.
New York, NY, March 10, 2011 -- Edcomm Banker’s Academy has recently launched its Cultural Sensitivity training program for individuals looking to begin or advance their career in the financial services industry. The same great program that has been used by thousands of bank professionals worldwide, Focus on Cultural Sensitivity provides individuals the knowledge, skills and certification needed…
Levi & Korsinsky Notifies Investors with Losses in Itron, Inc. of the April 25, …
Levi & Korsinsky announces that a class action lawsuit has been commenced in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Washington on behalf of purchasers of the common stock of Itron, Inc. ("Itron" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: ITRI) during the period between April 28, 2010 and February 16, 2011 (the "Class Period").
New York, NY, March 10, 2011 -- Levi & Korsinsky announces that a class action lawsuit…
Int. Opp: What's Libya thinking? Roya Rad Speaks Out.
What's Libya thinking? Roya Rad Speaks Out.
Iranian-American psychologist Roya Rad is the voice of those in turmoil.
"First off," says Roya Rad, "Wake UP, America! The Middle East is not one big gas station. Four bucks a gallon is nothing to sneeze at, but this problem won't be solved by dipping into our oil reserves."
Rad explains, "Concepts like 'lasting change' and 'peace on earth' may seem like pie-in-the-sky idealism, but…
Gardere Named ‘Star Volunteer’ For Houston Pro Bono Work
HOUSTON – The Houston office of Gardere Wynne Sewell LLP has been named a “Star Volunteer” by the Houston Bar Association for the firm’s pro bono work through the Houston Volunteer Lawyers Program and the Equal Access to Justice Program.
The firm is highlighted in the March/April 2011 issue of the Houston Bar Bulletin. The Houston Volunteer Lawyers Program helps low-income citizens that other programs often cannot serve.
The individual lawyers…
Tyler Junior College Partners with Edcomm Banker’s Academy to Provide Teller Tra …
Tyler Junior College has partnered with Edcomm Banker’s Academy to provide teller training to students.
New York, NY, March 09, 2011 -- Tyler Junior College has partnered with Edcomm Banker’s Academy to provide teller training to students enrolled in its continuing education and workforce development program. Take Charge! Achieving Teller Excellence will be hosted and maintained by Edcomm Banker’s Academy’s Learning Management System (LMS), Learning Link®.
Take Charge! Achieving Teller Excellence, from…
Dr. Leigh-Davis is Interviewed on the MicWom Television Show, About Dr. Phil
Dr. Leigh-Davis excitedly discusses her new book and the Yuin University Law Library, during her interview on the MicWom television show.
This is Dr. Leigh-Davis’ second appearance on the MicWom show this year. Although Dr. Leigh-Davis wanted to talk about the opening of the Yuin University Law Library and her upcoming “free” legal research seminar; host Michael Womble was focusing on Dr. Leigh-Davis’ appearance on the Dr. Phil television show.
After…
Womble Carlyle Named Top Bond Counsel in North Carolina for 3rd Consecutive Year
RALEIGH, N.C.—There is an old saying that “If something happens three times, it’s a trend.” If so, then Womble Carlyle being named the Top Bond Counsel in North Carolina is now a trend.
For the third consecutive year—and for the fourth time in five years—The Bond Buyer has ranked Womble Carlyle the number one bond counsel in North Carolina, based on approved public bond transactions.
In addition, Womble Carlyle provided its…
IIMSAM Official Dr. Naseer Homoud Elected For Two Prestigious Awards in Jordan
The Goodwill Ambassador and Middle East Director of Intergovernmental Institution for the use of Micro-algae Spirulina against Malnutrition (IIMSAM), Dr. Naseer Homoud has been declared elected for the prestigious Man of the Year Award-2010 in Jordan by Akhbarna. The nomination to award was held by voting on internet and by mobile text messages. Dr. Homoud bagged a total of 90,297 votes defeating his nearest rival Mr. Abdul Hameed Shoman, Chairman…
New York Crime rate rises again, Maksim Kapelnik arrested and Gloria Cruz commen …
Crime rate in New York is on the rise and the statistics of 2010 are pretty much disturbing. Murders are increased by 14 percent while rapes and other violent crimes rose by 26.7 percent. Increase in robberies was 4.89 percent, which makes the picture of New York even more horrible. NYPD has been failed to control the crime rate which is quite alarming.
The reason of this increasing crime rate…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 6
Despite rampant poverty and deteriorating protection of human rights the Ukrainian authorities seek acceptance in Washington and Brussels, of their guardianship of democracy and suitability for visa free travel.
Ukraine fumbles the protection of human rights
The 2010 worldwide report from Human Rights Watch shows Ukraine to be disadvantaged in the key areas of racism, migration, censorship and pressure on the media. The judicial reform programme, which appears to ignore the requested…
Brooklyn man, Maksim Kapelnik stopped on Emmons Avenue
A Brooklyn man was busted after cops stopped him for running a red light in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn on Thursday evening, and found his vehicle was stuffed with approximately 100 pounds of marijuana.
Maksim Kapelnik, 23, was driving a gray 2010 BMW X6 along Emmons Avenue about 8:30 p.m. when he rolled past a red light and made a left hand turn on Shore Parkway, while failing to signal, said police.
A…
Playing By The "One Vote" Rule
Our system of government is a wonderful thing. The idea is that everyone gets “one vote,” and the majority wins. In Congress, whether State or Federal, the same simple rule should apply. After everyone has a chance to be heard, each person gets “one vote” to influence the decision-making process according to the dictates of their own conscience. After a count of the votes is taken,…
Playing By The "One Vote" Rule
Our system of government is a wonderful thing. The idea is that everyone gets “one vote,” and the majority wins. In Congress, whether State or Federal, the same simple rule should apply. After everyone has a chance to be heard, each person gets “one vote” to influence the decision-making process according to the dictates of their own conscience. After a count of the votes is taken,…
Global MBA gender balance is possible in 2011
Female applicants outnumber male in Western Europe.
February 8th, London
According to the latest QS TopMBA.com Applicant Survey 2010, the global percentage of females looking to study for an MBA has risen from 35% in 2006 to 48% in 2010. Although globally, male applicants still outnumber females, this figure is as close to parity as it has ever been.
Surprisingly in Western Europe, females represent 54% of respondents; suggesting the future of business…
WSFS Adds Fraud Prevention Training to Edcomm Banker’s Academy Curriculum
WSFS has recently added Fraud Prevention training to its existing Edcomm Banker’s Academy’s curriculum for Compliance and ACH training.
New York, NY, March 02, 2011 -- WSFS has recently added Fraud Prevention training to its existing Edcomm Banker’s Academy’s curriculum for Compliance and Automated Clearing House (ACH) training. Focus on Fraud Prevention will be hosted and maintained by Edcomm Banker’s Academy’s Learning Management System (LMS), Learning Link®.
Focus on Fraud Prevention, from…
Gardere’s Peter Vogel Earns ‘Standing Ovation’ From State Bar of Texas
DALLAS – Peter S. Vogel, chair of the Electronic Discovery Group and Technology Industry Team at Gardere Wynne Sewell LLP, has been honored by the State Bar of Texas for his exceptional contributions in 2010 to the Bar’s continuing legal education efforts.
“I am very humbled by this recognition,” says Mr. Vogel. “It is a great honor to work with the people who make TexasBarCLE the best provider of continuing legal…
Chris Faiella Recognized by Missouri Lawyers Weekly for Top Verdicts & Settlemen …
The Law Firm of Tatlow, Gump, Faiella & Wheelan, LLC would like to congratulate partner Chris Faiella for again being recognized by Missouri Lawyers Weekly for Top Verdicts & Settlements of 2010. In March 2010, Chris reached a $3.125 million dollar settlement for his client who was injured after getting pinned between two vehicles in 2008. The client suffered severe permanent injuries to both legs, including an above-the-knee…
New Points Test Proposed - The Changing Face of Australian Migration
On 1 July 2011, the Australian government is expected to release a new points test for independent skilled migration to Australia.
Simply put older more experienced skilled professionals and trades people from English speaking backgrounds will benefit from these changes and may then become eligible for permanent migration to Australia where they previously has not been.
As an example a 39 year old Engineer, Nurse or IT professional with 8 years experience…
Capt Amarinder Singh’s Fans Launch ‘CaptainForCM’ Online Campaign website and Fa …
Heating up the political war on the internet , on Saturday, February 26, 2011 fans of Captain Amarinder Singh, President PPCC have launched an online campaign called “CaptainForCM” by creating a website www.captainforcm.com and a Facebook page www.facebook.com/CaptainForCM . The campaign CaptainForCM is aimed to create awareness among public and particular in Youths and NRI’s from State.
The website is being updated on daily basis and will provide all…
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich opens the books on his billions
Chelsea Football Club owner, Roman Abramovich, has recently had to make a declaration of just how wealthy he actually is.
Russia’s fifth richest man has announced he will run for re-election as a member of parliament for Chukota, Russia, where he served as Governor for eight years from 2000. Russia’s election laws require all candidates standing for election to declare their assets before they run for office.
According to the declaration, Roman…
TEMPLES, CHURCHES AND OTHER RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS WIN CIVIL RIGHTS BATTLES WIT …
Bloomfield Hills, MICH. – A Hindu faith community based near Philadelphia is among the latest in a trend toward growing numbers of religious organizations successfully defending constitutionally granted civil rights in a land use case against a United States municipality. The Adhi Parasakthi Charitable, Medical, Educational, and Cultural Society of North America, also known as ACMEC, saw its nearly two-year-long legal battle end Feb. 8, 2011.
A court order…
California Thrift and Loan Company Chooses Edcomm Banker’s Academy for Complianc …
A Thrift and Loan Company based in California has chosen Edcomm Banker’s Academy to provide Compliance training.
New York, NY, February 25, 2011 -- A Thrift and Loan Company based in California has chosen Edcomm Banker’s Academy to provide three years of Compliance training. The Company has also opted to use Edcomm Banker’s Academy’s Learning Management System (LMS), Learning Link®, for hosting and maintenance of Focus on Compliance.
Focus on Compliance, from…
Credibility International’s Tim Hart Recognized in Who’s Who
Tim Hart of Credibility International is recognized in first listing of experts by Who’s Who Legal.
Washington, DC, February 25, 2011 -- Leading forensic accountant and expert on damages, Tim Hart of Credibility International has been included in the 2011 edition of The International Who’s Who of Commercial Arbitration: Expert Witnesses – the first ever listing of experts by Who’s Who Legal.
Nominees were selected based on comprehensive, independent survey work with…
Illinois Injury Attorney partners with Illinois Employment Lawyer
CHICAGO, IL -- Barry Zlotowicz, Illinois employment lawyer and President of the Chicago Legal Group has developed an informal affiliation with Illinois injury attorney Paul Wolf of Mitchell, Hoffman & Wolf. Mr. Wolf is a Chicago personal injury lawyer who has practiced personal injury for twenty-five years. Mr. Wolf’s practice is based in downtown Chicago but he is available for consultation throughout Illinois.
Mr. Wolf has handled hundreds of Chicago personal…
Jacquelyn DiCicco Joins Law Firm of John M. Zenir, Esq. as Associate
MINEOLA, NY — The Law Firm of John M. Zenir, Esq., PC, announces the addition of Jacquelyn DiCicco as its new Associate.
Ms. DiCicco is a recent graduate of Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center. She has distinguished herself at Touro, having participated in the Family Law Clinic with distinction, where she represented clients under all areas of family law. During her time at the Family Law Clinic, she engaged…
DALLI & MARINO, LLP ANNOUNCE SUIT AGAINST CITY OF NEW YORK FOR DEC. 27 SNOWSTORM …
MINEOLA, NY — Attorneys John Dalli and Salvatore Marino of Dalli & Marino, LLP announced today that they will file a multimillion-dollar lawsuit against the City of New York on behalf of the family of a Brooklyn woman who died as a result of negligence by multiple city agencies in conjunction with the December 26-27 snowstorm. The firm says her death was caused by an inefficient 911 emergency system and…
The Law Firm of Levi & Korsinsky, LLP Launches an Investigation into Possible Br …
Levi & Korsinsky is investigating the Board of Directors of Duncan Energy Partners L.P. for possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of state law in connection with a proposal from Enterprise Products Partners L.P. to acquire all the outstanding common units of the Company in an exchange valued at approximately $2.4 billion.
New York, NY, February 24, 2011 -- Levi & Korsinsky is investigating the Board of Directors of…
Adelphi University to Host “Women in Government: Encouraging the Next Generation …
Adelphi University is pleased to announce the upcoming event, “Women in Government: Encouraging the Next Generation,” scheduled to coincide with the national celebration of Women’s History Month in March. Event attendees will hear stories from female elected officials, learn about the experiences that inspired them, and how they were able to chart a successful future for themselves, among other topics. Jointly hosted by Adelphi and the Honorable Leslie C. Gross,…
Edcomm Banker’s Academy Launches Business Writing Training Program for Individua …
Edcomm Banker’s Academy has recently launched its Business Writing training program for individuals.
New York, NY, February 23, 2011 -- Edcomm Banker’s Academy has recently launched its Business Writing training program for individuals looking to begin or advance their career in the financial services industry. The same great program that has been used by thousands of banks, Overview of Business Writing provides individuals the knowledge, skills and certification needed to effectively…
The Law Firm of Levi & Korsinsky, LLP Launches an Investigation into Possible Br …
Levi & Korsinsky is investigating the Board of Directors of Clinical Data, Inc. (“Clinical Data” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: CLDA) for possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of state law in connection with the sale of the Company to Forest Laboratories, Inc.
New York, NY, February 23, 2011 -- Levi & Korsinsky is investigating the Board of Directors of Clinical Data, Inc. (“Clinical Data” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: CLDA)…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 4
Ukrainian government makes claims about its obligations to the European Union whilst pulling tightly on Tymoshenko’s leash. With fight against corruption losing its strength the shadow economy is in boom.
The government comes under fire over restriction of opposition mobility
Ex-Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko was recently denied permission to take a political trip to Brussels by the General Prosecutor's Office of Ukraine, who stated that they considered her to be a flight…
Taiwan President urges Beijing to step up political reforms
By Elaine Hou
ROC President Ma Ying-jeou called on mainland China Feb. 21 to step up political reforms leading to democracy, rule of law and the safeguarding of human rights.
“I hope Beijing will carry out reforms while maintaining economic prosperity and development,” Ma said. He added that democracy and human rights are Taiwan’s core values and he hopes they will become a shared cross-strait language.
Ma’s remarks came in response…
Sayles Werbner Announces Lawsuit in Colorado Bus Crash
FORT WORTH, Texas – The Dallas trial law firm Sayles Werbner is announcing a lawsuit filed on Feb. 22 against Fort Worth-based Gotta Go Express Trailways Inc. on behalf of nine church members who were injured following a Colorado bus crash in December 2010.
Noted trial lawyer Mark Werbner, co-founder of Sayles Werbner, filed the lawsuit in Tarrant County’s 236th District Court on behalf of Patricia Davidson and her two minor…
Int. Op: Get Frightening Details of Shooting of U.S Special Agents In Mexico fro …
For immediate release
Get the Frightening Details from Immigration/Border Security Experts Wald and Misner
In the wake of Friday's funeral for slain U.S. Immigration and Customs Agent Jaime Zapata, new details are emerging about the brazen daylight assault that killed the agent and gravely injured his partner.
Rep. Michael McCaul (R-Tex.) said that the agents rightly identified themselves as American diplomats before they were shot, and that "this was an intentional ambush…
Orlando Senior Care Service Agency Lists Out Advantages of a Hiring a Profession …
Orlando, FL ( openpr ) February 18, 2011 – Reports from, The National Association of Area Agencies suggests that by the year 2030, nearly one in five people will be over the age of 65*. As the baby boomer generation grows older there is an increasing trend where seniors wish to age in their own home and engage professionals from an Orlando in-home care agency to help with their daily…
Madonna ex, Guy Ritchie, evicts squatters from property in London
The group of squatters who have taken over Guy Ritchie’s £6 million (US$9 million) London property have been ordered to leave.
The group, who call themselves “The Really Free School”, were represented in court by first-year law student Tom Brianmurray, who claimed the eviction notice had not been properly placed and requested further time to prepare a defence.
However, district Judge Marc Dight, on hearing the defence lawyer was in fact a…
Pilani Shridhar University Observes World Day of Social Justice
Without Social justice which is the underlying principle for peaceful and prosperous coexistence within and among nations, the dream of Fair Globalization cannot be achieved.
No one has doubt that social development and social justice are indispensable for the achievement and maintenance of peace and security within and among nations and that, in turn, social development and social justice cannot be attained in the absence of peace and security or in…
Top LA Lawyers Help Injured Victims Get Settlement in Rear-End Collision
Los Angeles – Expert personal injury attorneys of Mesriani Law Group, one of LA’s leading law firms, have successfully negotiated for the settlement of claims by two injured victims of a rear-end collision that occurred in December 2009.
According to the victims, they were traveling westward near the intersection of Devonshire Street and Wilbur Avenue when the incident happened. As they were slowing down to a red traffic light, another…
The Beverly Hill Playhouse Opens Up Acting Classes San Francisco for Acting Stud …
Beverly Hills, CA ( openpr ) February 17, 2011 – Have you ever had a dream to make it big on Film/TV but never had the right push from experts in the field to kick start your acting career? Need fine tuning on your directing, playwriting, and stage movement and speaking skills? Most opportunities exist in Los Angeles or New York but the tough competition amongst the many talented and…
Legal Web Design Firm Reports Trend toward Virtual Law Offices
February 16, 2011 (San Diego, CA) – In working closely with law firms and legal software, legal web design firm Legal Web Experts is reporting an increased trend toward virtual law offices in recent years. A method of delivering legal services from anywhere the client or attorney can access the internet, virtual law offices are joining a trend set by other industries in taking many primary business functions online.
While…
419legal.org Launches Internet Scam Directory
"419legal.org, an internet community devoted entirely to informing visitors about 419 emails and other types of internet related fraud announces the launch of a comprehensive database of the most searched internet scams. 419legal.org will begin keep visitors up-to-date on the most frequently searched scams on the internet. The database is being updated on a monthly basis and provides a good jumping point into the forum so that visitors can interact…
Boniva Lawyer Jason Byrd and Cohorts Now Accepting Boniva Claims Nationwide
The Byrd Law Firm is issuing a public invitation for claims in relation to the dangerous drug, Boniva. The drug, which has been extremely popular in treating Paget’s Disease and Osteoporosis, has been linked to numerous dangerous side effects.
The manufacturer of Boniva failed to alert both physicians and patients of the drug’s possible side effects. Some of the more serious complications include Osteomyelitis, also known as deadjaw, and Osteonecrosis…
