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New Web Portal Reveals Facts Every Citizen Should Know About U.S. Public Records

USPublicRecords.com educates citizens and agencies about a new way to find public records. Research experts are now turning to the Web for public records and documents and finding their searches to be easier and faster than ever before. A new Web portal called USPublicRecords.com reveals facts about this process and gives every citizen a glance into the procedures of public record research. "The Web portal about U.S. public records was designed

Independent Long Island becomes United Commonwealth Society member

It doesn\'t happen every day that a nation a mere four months old becomes a member of an important society of nations, but that\'s exactly what happened to Independent Long Island, a nation born on 20 August 2007. It is also not an everyday occurrence for someone who never won an election to also become an \"Honorable\", but that too happened to the Most Rev. Dr. Cesidio Tallini, who in little

Three Attorneys Join Shackelford, Melton & McKinley

DALLAS – The Dallas law firm Shackelford, Melton & McKinley LLP is pleased to announce the addition of new partners Daniel G. Baucum and Nicole T. LeBoeuf, and new associate Shelly L. Skeen. “Daniel, Nicole and Shelly are all tremendously talented and experienced attorneys,” says John C. Shackelford, a founding partner of the firm. “They each bring unique expertise to the firm, and will no doubt be a benefit to our

More Women File Lawsuits Against Dallas’ Presbyterian Hospital In Eating Disorde …

DALLAS – Eleven more women have come forward to add their names to the list of those claiming doctors at Dallas’ Presbyterian Hospital took part in a billing scheme designed to take money from them and their insurance companies. The women, all of whom once were patients in the hospital’s eating disorders program, say they were duped into believing they had heart problems that required additional, expensive testing. The group

Eiker Promoted To Partner At McCurley Orsinger

DALLAS – The nationally recognized boutique Family Law firm of McCurley Orsinger McCurley Nelson & Downing, L.L.P., is pleased to announce that Carmen Elaine Eiker has been promoted to partner. Board Certified in both Family Law and Civil Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, Ms. Eiker is one of the fewer than 5 percent of Texas attorneys with a board certification in both of these areas of law.

The Law Office of James Sokolove Sees Needed Spotlight on Social Security Disabi …

Newton, Mass., Jan. 25, 2008 −The Law Offices of James Sokolove (LOJS), dedicated to providing equal access to the civil justice system, cites the importance of the startling results of a two-month investigation into Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claims presented in a recent CBS News video report. The investigation found that up to two-thirds of disabled Americans who apply for SSDI are initially rejected or are subjected to a

The Law Offices of James Sokolove Founder Appears on Diverse Media

Newton, Mass., Jan. 24, 2008 −Attorney Jim Sokolove, founder of The Law Offices of James Sokolove, has long focused on providing consumers with important and timely information. Most recently, that commitment found the attorney reaching out to diverse audiences with back-to-back appearances on a PBS (Public Broadcasting Service) news segment and on a popular rock station’s radio talk show. Sokolove was interviewed for PBS’ “The Smart Consumer” news program and

Professional Legal Help: The Best Option for Ontario Drunk Driving Charges

Peterborough Ontario, January 24, 2008 -- Aitken Robertson, Barristers & Solicitors, an Ontario based law firm, works with clients as counsellors and advisors to develop an individual strategy to obtain the best possible outcome regarding drunk driving charges. The province of Ontario is getting tough on drunk drivers. Every year, approximately 35,000 drivers have their licenses under suspension as the result of Criminal Code convictions. It is estimated that roughly three

Dallas Attorney Mike Lynn Elected to American Bar Association Litigation Council

DALLAS – Veteran Dallas attorney Mike Lynn, a partner in the law firm of Lynn Tillotson & Pinker, L.L.P., has been elected to the governing Council of the American Bar Association’s Litigation Section. In this leadership position, Mr. Lynn will help establish policy and guide the 75,000-member Section of Litigation, the ABA’s largest and most active group. The election is the culmination of Mr. Lynn’s more than 25 years of involvement with

THE LAW OFFICES OF JAMES SOKOLOVE EXPANDS INTERACTIVE CONSUMER REACH

Newton, Mass., Jan. 21, 2008 −The Law Offices of James Sokolove (LOJS), dedicated to providing equal access to the civil justice system, has announced the hire of Joel Breen as Senior Manager of Digital Media. Breen’s addition complements the firm’s aggressive business building strategy to broaden consumer access through the maximization of digital channels such as social media, micro sites and interactive marketing. “Providing greater access to legal

Court Approves Class Action Over Thomas & Friends Toy Recall

CHICAGO, Illinois, January 22, 2008: An Illinois court granted preliminary approval to a nationwide class action settlement today, resolving the claims of hundreds of thousands of people who bought Thomas & Friends toys allegedly contaminated with lead paint. The settlement, which is valued at over $30 million, also guarantees that RC2 Corporation – the manufacturer of the popular children’s toys – will implement a battery of safeguards to

Dallas Attorney Eric Pearson Now a Name Partner in Heygood, Orr, Reyes, Pearson …

DALLAS – The Dallas law firm of Heygood, Orr, Reyes & Bartolomei is pleased to announce the addition of accomplished Dallas trial lawyer Eric D. Pearson as a name partner in the newly renamed Heygood, Orr, Reyes, Pearson & Bartolomei. Mr. Pearson is known throughout Texas for his trial and appellate skills in significant commercial disputes and catastrophic personal injury cases. “Eric has a tremendous professional reputation as an attorney who can

Corporate Citizenship Network and Intel talking to Head of the Federal Chancelle …

On January 17, 2008, high level representatives from member companies of the German Corporate Citizenship Network „Unternehmen: Aktiv im Gemeinwesen“ were invited by the Head of the Federal Chancellery, Dr. Thomas de Maizière, for an exchange of views and ideas regarding the social responsibility of companies in Germany. The discussion centered around creative and sustainable approaches of cooperation between companies, NGO’s and Governments for the future. All members of

Journalism with a Human Touch vs India's Juvenile Justice Act

Quote by Mr Philip Mathew, Managing Editor, The Week Vol 26 NO 5 Dec 24-Dec 30, 2007 goes as "Journalism with a Human Touch means much more than writing about people behind the story and the story behind the people. The Human Touch signifies compassion, a deep sense of fairness, a concern for human dignity, a crusading temperament. As the magazine celebrates its silver jubilee, we renew our resolve to

Steve Francis to run For Mayor of San Diego - “I’ll be an Independent Mayor” …

San Diego, CA – January 15, 2008 – Businessman and entrepreneur Steve Francis today announced his intention to become the next Mayor of San Diego. In his announcement remarks, Francis highlighted his desire to free San Diego from the grip of special interests and to restore fiscal integrity, ethics and transparency in city government. Francis, best known as co-founder and Chairman of AMN Healthcare (NYSE:AHS), opened his address by describing

Thompson & Knight Opens San Antonio Office

The global law firm of Thompson & Knight LLP is pleased to announce the opening of an office in San Antonio, Texas, the seventh largest city in the United States. This office marks the fifth Thompson & Knight location in Texas, in addition to Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, and Houston. Initially, the primary focus of the San Antonio office will be complex litigation, with a special emphasis on

Fish & Richardson Promotes Millicent Lundburg to Principal

AUSTIN – The national law firm of Fish & Richardson P.C. is pleased to announce that Millicent M. Lundburg has been named a principal in the corporate group of the firm’s Austin office. Ms. Lundburg joined Fish & Richardson in 2006, and focuses her practice on representing employers in all aspects of equity compensation, benefits and employment law and has significant experience in employee mobility and related intellectual property protection matters. “In

Qualtrics Survey Shows Americans Concerned about Health and Obesity

PROVO, Utah — January 10, 2008 — When asked ‘Do you consider yourself to be overweight,’56 percent of American respondents answered ‘yes.’ Qualtrics Survey Software, a leader in the enterprise feedback management industry recently surveyed Americans from all 50 states to discover their opinions on obesity, exercise and the fast food industry. Sixty-seven percent of survey respondents indicated that they were concerned about obesity in America. Moreover, sixty-eight percent of

Thompson & Knight's IP Practice Expands in Dallas

The international law firm of Thompson & Knight LLP is pleased to announce the expansion of its Intellectual Property (“IP”) Practice Group with the addition of Reagan Allen and Mark Perantie in the Firm’s Dallas office. These attorneys strengthen an already thriving and rapidly expanding IP practice comprised of attorneys from four of the Firm’s global offices. “We are pleased to have Reagan and Mark join our IP

Dallas Attorney Angel Reyes Elected to Board of Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber …

DALLAS – Dallas attorney Angel Reyes has been elected to the Board of Directors for the Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Reyes’ appointment began January 1, 2008. The Greater Dallas Hispanic Chamber of Commerce promotes and protects Hispanic businesses in the Dallas area, by supporting the advancement, education and economic growth of the Hispanic business community. With a membership of more than 1,800 businesses, corporations, and individuals, the chamber

Reversing the Rising Trend of Nursing Home Abuse

For Families, Taking an Active Role in Their Loved One’s Care Can Serve as a Powerful Prevention Measure The prevalence of abuse and neglect in nursing homes today is an undeniable and growing problem. However, according to Attorney Jim Sokolove, families can help prevent abuse from happening to their loved ones by following a few simple guidelines. “Although we can’t put a stop to all incidents of mistreatment in these facilities, families

McCurley Orsinger McCurley Nelson & Downing Adds New Associate in San Antonio Of …

SAN ANTONIO, Texas – The nationally recognized boutique Family Law firm of McCurley Orsinger McCurley Nelson & Downing, L.L.P., is pleased to announce that Richard Porter Corrigan II has joined the firm as an associate in the San Antonio office. Mr. Corrigan’s practice will focus on Family Law, including divorce, child custody and collaborative law. “Porter is a tremendously smart and talented young lawyer,” says Richard R. Orsinger, a name partner in

Indian Media shoots Juvenile Justice Act in reporting Satna School killing

The Media in India seems to firmly believe in the C E M Joad quote “The secret of successful journalism is to make your readers so angry they will write half your paper for you”. The current state of the news media is partially to blame for the public’s general lack of information vital for responsible citizenship in a democracy. The news about a boy shooting another boy

State of the Island Address

As a Cesidian, and in fact the founder of the Cesidian Church, the New Year for me has already begun as I write this, even though it will only begin on Independent Long Island in a little more than 5 hours. This is not the case because I do not live in Independent Long Island, as I\'m both a resident and even native born national, but because Cesidians follow the

Christmas really is a time for forgiveness

It would seem that the Christmas spirit is still alive and well despite the general consensus that the festive season has become commercialised and lost it’s true meaning. Website iwishidsaid.com has seen a dramatic increase in members saying sorry and thank you over the holiday period in comparison to the rest of the year. The site, which allows people to say anything they ever wish they had said, but never

The Renewed Ethiopian Military Atrocities in Somalia the UN is Unwilling to Cond …

Fairfax, Virginia, USA, 24 December 2007: Once again, the Ethiopian military and militias loyal to the Transitional Federal Government (TFG) have intensified their campaign of indiscriminate shelling, systematic killings, detainments, and utter destruction resulting in the deaths, injuries, and maiming of many civilians, mainly women and children and renewed forced exodus of Mogadishu civilians. According to the United Nations, the increased violence of the past weeks has caused the

Independent Long Island (ILI) contemplates on whether to join the Commonwealth

After a majority voted in favor of full secession from the United States, Independent Long Island (ILI) now contemplates on whether to join the Commonwealth. With 30% of Internet votes in favor - the second and third place Garden City and Long Island City took 22% and 12% of the votes respectively - Brooklyn was voted the capital of Independent Long Island (ILI), a junior or developing Fourth World nation made

Thompson & Knight Attorney Appointed Chair of DBA Antitrust Section

The international law firm of Thompson & Knight LLP is pleased to announce that William M. Katz, Jr. has been appointed Chair of the Dallas Bar Association’s (“DBA”) Antitrust and Trade Regulation Section for 2008. He served as Vice-Chair of the Section in 2007. The DBA’s Antitrust and Trade Regulation Section focuses on antitrust matters involving the Antitrust Division of the Department of Justice, the Federal Trade Commission, and private

T&K Managing Partner Appointed to Greater Dallas Chamber of Commerce Board

The international law firm of Thompson & Knight LLP is pleased to announce the appointment of Managing Partner Peter J. Riley as a Board Member of the Greater Dallas Chamber of Commerce effective January 18, 2008. Riley will serve a three-year term. Along with the other members of the Chamber\'s Board of Directors, Riley will be responsible for the management and control of the business and affairs of

Academy for Intercultural Dialogue has been founded in Berlin Germany

(CM, Berlin, 2007-12-18) After one year of preparation, the Civilisations Matter Academy was founded today in Berlin. Beyond the political scene and exempt from economic incitement, the Academy is designated to provide a forum of dialogue between groups of different political, religious and ethnical backgrounds. With its name \'Civilisations Matter\', underlining the need of an interdisciplinary and intercultural discussion, this academy is bound to be an international site of encounter

Media takes Juvenile Justice Act 2006 India for a ride in sensationalizing Gurga …

The news about Gurgaon Euro International School shooting has been splashed by media all over. However, while reporting this good number of reputed media including some of the very famous Indian ones has grossly disregarded Section 21 of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2006 enacted by the Government of India which prohibits publication of the name, address or any other particulars calculated to lead to the

Host of Freedomain Radio Releases First Book

MISSISSAUGA, CANADA—DECEMBER 13, 2007— Stefan Molyneux, the prolific philosopher and host of the top-rated podcast Freedomain Radio (freedomainradio.com) has released his first in a series of books on practical philosophy. On Truth: The Tyranny of Illusion is a step-by-step guide to bringing rational philosophical concepts directly to bear on your own life. Learn about the three types of interactions – and which one is the most dangerous. Explore the dangers of

Georgia State Ethics Commission's Electronic Filing System Ranks Number 1 In The …

ATLNATA, GEORGIA, OCTOBER 17, 2007: The Georgia State Ethics Commission (ethics.ga.gov) has achieved a new level of success. The Campaign Disclosure Project, a nationwide assessment of state-level campaign finance disclosure programs, has released the Grading State Disclosure for 2007 which can be viewed at www.campaigndisclosure.org/gradingstate. The study shows that within one year the Information Technology staff of the Georgia State Ethics Commission has improved the electronic filing program from a

Humanitarian Relief Shelter Manufacturer Builds With Eco-Friendly Materials

IADDIC Shelters, LLC, revolutionary manufacturer of affordable, lightweight shelters to support humanitarian efforts, has reconfigured its manufacturing process to include environmentally-friendly, bio-based polyols, a derivative of soy oils. “We are pleased to lead the way both in producing disaster relief and slum reclamation shelters and also in the development of environmentally-sensitive manufacturing,” said Richard Grabowski, CEO of IADDIC Shelters. “This development allows us to do our part as citizens of

Globalization: Future challenges for the plant and seed industry-International C …

Global agricultural markets are undergoing unprecedented growth, triggered by a sharp rise in commodity prices over the past 1-2 years due to the increasing demand for agricultural products for food, feed, and biofuels. Recent publications, predict that this structural change in demand will keep commodity prices high for the foreseeable future. The consequence is a major challenge and opportunity for the plant and seed industry in both established and emerging

Real Estate Lawyer in California Offers Real Estate Law Information On Blog

Manhattan Beach California Real Estate Lawyer, Joel D. Ruben helps shine some light on California’s complicated real estate laws with his blog. Real Estate and business laws can be difficult to understand, especially in California. So if a problem arises with a real estate transaction or a business deal, finding a seasoned attorney with legal acumen and the ability to solve problems can be a challenge. For over 30 years,

Mark Werbner Recognized Among Texas’ Top Commercial Litigation Attorneys

DALLAS – Mark Werbner, co-founder of the Dallas trial law firm Sayles Werbner, has earned his second selection among Texas Lawyer newspaper’s listing of the state’s top attorneys. Mr. Werbner is recognized as one of the state’s top five commercial litigation attorneys in Texas Lawyer’s “Go-To Guide,” published in October 2007. Mr. Werbner also was featured in the inaugural 2002 “Go-To Guide” as one of the top five plaintiffs\' civil litigation

Parkland Hospital Wins Lawsuit Against Man Injured in Shootout With Police

DALLAS – A United States magistrate judge in Dallas has ruled in favor of Parkland Hospital in a lawsuit brought by a Texas prison inmate currently serving time for shooting two Irving police officers. Jerry Wayne Mooney, 35, of Irving sued Parkland Hospital and Dallas County over treatment he received at the hospital and at the Dallas County Jail following an October 2002 shootout with Irving police. Mooney shot and

Thompson & Knight Chief Diversity Officer Speaks at International Diversity Summ …

Thompson & Knight LLP Partner and Chief Diversity Officer Pauline E. Higgins was a featured speaker at The Globalization of Diversity Summit recently held in London, England. The first-of-its-kind event was organized to bring together chief legal officers, corporate general counsel, law firm managing partners, and other leaders in the legal profession to address diversity in the international legal profession. The Summit was hosted by the American Bar

Monty Partners Law Firm Recognized By Houston Minority Business Council

HOUSTON – Monty Partners LLP, an employment, labor and immigration law firm based in Houston, has earned the Emerging 10 (E-10) award presented by the Houston Minority Business Council. The awards are given each year to 10 of the top minority-owned businesses in Houston that are embracing diversity, setting trends and developing innovative business concepts. This year marked the 10th anniversary for the HMBC E-10 awards. Monty Partners, the largest Hispanic-owned law

Webooks releases free Immigration Guide to USA ebook

Visa made easier: essential guidebook to becoming a US citizen Henry G. Liebman negotiates the labyrinth of regulations surrounding entry to the USA in this essential guide for all future US citizens. Cutting through the red tape, this book provides a step-by-step approach to determining the necessary visa, and how long it might take to acquire. Topics covered include: • Visa types and limitations • Staffing a US company from abroad • The interview • Social security • Avoiding

God Works For Me Now by Jacqueline Blakeway is published by Libros International

God Works For Me Now by Jacqueline Blakeway is published by Libros International. It’s a book that describes a marriage breakdown and the spiritual responses of the partners involved. God Works For Me Now is Jackie Blakeway’s account of the rapid rise and then slow demise of a relationship. Jackie describes how she fell in love with Jai, the name she attaches to her former husband for the purposes of her

Nursing Home Abuse: Growing Old Without Dignity

When families place an elderly loved one in a nursing home, they expect that he or she will experience quality care in a safe, nurturing environment. But reality paints a much different picture. According to a recent report by the National Center on Elder Abuse, 20,673 complaints of abuse, gross neglect and exploitation on behalf of U.S. nursing home and board and care residents were investigated in 2003 alone. Of

The Principality of the Pontinha secedes from Portugal

Prince D. Renato Barros, sovereign of the Principality of the Pontinha (Portuguese: Principado da Pontinha or Principado do Ilhéu da Pontinha), has formally announced the secession of the Principality from Portugal. The Fort of Saint José is the headquarters of the Principality of the Pontinha, self-proclaimed country by Prince D. Renato Barros. The Fort of Saint José is located off the coast of the port of Funchal, capital of the Madeira

IBM & United Way Provide Technology Boost to Local Charities and Nonprofit Organ …

Tech company to donate computer systems through United Way In-Kind Program Austin, Texas – (November 29, 2007) – Today, United Way Capital Area and IBM Corp. helped expand digital access by ensuring that 27 social service agencies throughout Central Texas receive leading-edge computer systems. IBM generously donated 38 computers and Young Explorer systems (valued at $59,384) to charitable agencies in Central Texas, including nonprofits, day care centers, and public schools. Recipient

Class Action Lawsuit News Site Launched

(Naples, Florida) November 26, 2007 – Class Action Lawsuit News (CALN) announced today the launch of their new consumer educational website ClassActionLawsuitNews.com – dedicated to creating dialog about current class action news and bridging the information gap between consumers and the court system with regard to class action lawsuits and the rights of the public. The CALN website answers these and other difficult consumer questions related to class action lawsuits: - Do

US Congress must recognize Taiwan's true status under the Constitution

The Taiwan Civil Democratic Party, Taiwan Defense Alliance, Taiwan Nation Party, Farmers\' Party, and other members of the Taiwan Civil Alliance have called on the members of the US Congress to recognize Taiwan\'s true status under the US Constitution. The Congressional Research Service\'s (CRS) report \"China/Taiwan: Evolution of the One China Policy,\" published in July 2007, was made available to all members of Congress, and is considered authoritative.

Elizabeth Campbell Named to the Executive Women's Partnership Committee of the G …

HOUSTON – Andrews Kurth Partner and Chief Diversity Officer, Elizabeth A. Campbell, has been named to the Executive Women\'s Partnership Committee of the Greater Houston Partnership. The Committee works with the organization’s executive team to craft the strategies and policies that shape Houston’s future. The group is comprised of more than 70 members from the region’s leading energy companies, financial institutions, health care providers, professional service firms and other corporate

PPP USA Rally against Musharraf in Los Angeles

Los Angeles November 11, 2007: Pakistan Peoples Party California Chapter organized a rally against the imposition of Emergency (Martial Law) by General Pervez Musharraf on Saturday 10th of 2007 between 2pm and 5pm in front of Pakistan Consulate locates at Wilshire Blvd Los Angeles. More then 200 participated to show their concern. Many active community members, women and youth attended this event. The participants were full of emotions and showed their

Breaking New Ground in Mesothelioma Research and Treatment

David Sugarbaker, M.D. and Other Pioneers Serve as Inspiration for New Mesothelioma Website Each year, malignant pleural mesothelioma affects over 3,000 people in the United States. Without therapy, most patients will die within 4 to 12 months following diagnosis. But thanks to the dedication of physicians like David Sugarbaker, M.D., mesothelioma victims are living longer and more comfortably—and a cure for the deadly cancer moves closer each day. Dr. Sugarbaker

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