We can hardly contain our excitement here at Baying Hound (and our mascot Wimsey can't stop baying the good news). After months and months of persistence on the trail of beer related fun and with the unanimous voting assistance of the fine folks at the Montgomery County Department of Liquor, we are ecstatic to announce that Baying Hound Aleworks will become Montgomery County's first and only recipient of a Class D Beer Only License! So what does that mean to our current crop of loyal customers and our future customers still to come? Just this--some time in the next ...

Berman Fink Van Horn is pleased to announce the promotion of Neal Weinrich and Kristin Zielmanski to Principal. In addition, the Firm has hired Michelle Marchiony as an Associate. Neal Weinrich (Principal) joined Berman Fink Van Horn after graduating from Emory University School of Law in 2006. He concentrates his practice on commercial litigation involving restrictive covenants, trade secrets, computer fraud and other competition-related issues. Neal represents employers and employees from a wide variety of industries in unfair competition disputes in courts in Georgia ...

Attorneys Christian A. Jenkins and John J. Williams of Minnillo & Jenkins, CO. LPA, filed a federal minimum wage class action lawsuit in the Southern District of Ohio on behalf of former Bengals Cheerleader Alexa Brenneman. (Read the complaint) The lawsuit alleges that Ms. Brenneman and the other Ben Gal Cheerleaders receive an effective wage of approximately $2.85 per hour - far less than the legally mandated minimum wage - when all of their duties are taken into consideration. The result of this pending high profile case may have lasting ramifications for cheerleaders ...

Diamond Approach cofounders, A. H. Almaas and Karen Johnson, will present 'The Tantra of Everyday Life' May 21 - 25, 2014 in Maui, Hawaii. The 5-day retreat will be simulcast to Ridhwan Centers in Berkeley, CA and Boulder, CO. Quasar Retreats are a rare opportunity to directly explore the Diamond Approach under the guidance of its cofounders, a once-yearly event held alternately in Europe and the United States and open to the public. Quasar 2014, "The Tantra of Everyday Life," will focus on integrating our everyday life with the depths of our being, utilizing ...

Houston Dynamo Goalkeeper Tyler Deric has been cleared of all charges in the February 4, 2012 incident at Roosevelt Lounge. Also, in a counter claim brought by Mr. Deric against the night club, the Roosevelt Lounge settled with Mr. Deric, paying him an undisclosed amount of money and issuing a letter of apology to him. On March 10, 2014, in open court, the police officer suing Tyler Deric dismissed the last remaining civil charges brought against Mr. Deric. Houston Police Officer Ramon Perez had sued Mr. Deric for injuries to his arms and knees following an altercation ...

Intelligize, a premier provider of research solutions for professionals involved with SEC compliance, corporate transactions and company research, today announced that it has named Todd Hicks as Chief Executive Officer and that it has strengthened its executive management team with the addition of Phil Brown to Product Strategy and Joanne Ferrara to Marketing. Todd Hicks joined Intelligize in August 2010 as Vice President of Sales & Marketing to develop the company's go-to-market strategy and to accelerate its revenue growth. As the company's Chief Executive Officer, ...

Ohio Super Lawyers has selected 11 attorneys from Dyer, Garofalo, Mann & Schultz L.P.A., for honors in the 2014 edition of its annual awards. The selections include seven attorneys named Ohio Super Lawyers as well as four attorneys distinguished as Rising Stars. "We are all pleased to see so many of our attorneys individually recognized by Super Lawyers for the excellent work they have done," said Doug Mann, managing partner at Dyer, Garofalo, Mann & Schultz. "There is no doubt they have earned it." DGM&S Law attorneys named 2014 Ohio ...

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the divorce rates in the United States seem to directly correlate to the prosperity of the U.S. economy. It's now 2013--roughly 5 years after the Great Recession hit the market--and the economy is improving. And, according to the latest data, it also means more individuals are filing for divorce. But why? The data The U.S. Census Bureau analyzed data from the previous decade. The Bureau's data shows that, in 2009, U.S. divorce rates plunged dramatically. Then, starting in 2012, U.S. divorce rates started to rise. According to ...

The construction industry has a host of occupations that are potentially dangerous for workers. Jobsites are constantly changing, with different workers coming in and performing their specialized tasks. It is essential that workers remain alert so that they are not involved in an accident while they are working. However, even the most cautious construction worker could find themselves at risk of exposure to asbestos. According to the American Lung Association, nearly 1.3 million construction workers are being subjected to the potentially dangerous fibers. The exposure ...

Distracted driving motor vehicle accidents caused by cellphone use have skyrocketed within the past decade. Distraction.gov indicates that approximately 660,000 drivers are using cellphones while behind the wheel of a car at any given time during the day. The National Safety Council--a nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing injury and death on U.S. roadways--states that 25 percent of all vehicle crashes today are the result of texting or talking on a mobile device. Further, the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety indicates that mobile devices are the number one ...

When people think of extremely dangerous occupations, they may not think of individuals working in the healthcare field. However, many of these employees encounter a variety of risks to their safety and health on a daily basis. Some facilities may even fail to take the necessary precautions to keep workplaces safe, which could subject some individuals to workplace accidents that could be easily preventable. If one of these accidents occurs, the injured individuals may be eligible to file for workers' compensation benefits. According to the Occupational Safety and Health ...

Misdiagnosis of a variety of conditions happens all too often. Physicians and other healthcare professionals fail to see the symptoms for a particular ailment that results in injury to a patient. In many cases, misdiagnosis occurs simply because doctors don't spend enough time with patients. CNN reports that the average time a family practitioner spends with a patient has decreased over the past decade. In fact it has "dwindled to a speedy seven minutes," they say. And, for urgent care doctors, the amount of time spent with a patient is likely even less as ...

Dividing marital assets in divorce can be difficult and contentious. When a couple owns a business together, complications can multiply rapidly. Unlike many assets, including retirement accounts, bank accounts and other assets, business ownership can be difficult to divide or liquidate. That is in addition to the emotional ties each soon-to-be ex-spouse has towards the direction and management of the business. Illinois is an equitable division state. That means that marital assets -- all assets accumulated during the marriage -- will be divided "fairly" by ...

This winter has been particularly miserable in New York, especially since multiple run-ins with the polar vortex have left many with the impression that there is no end in sight. Indeed, at almost every turn Mother Nature has tested the resolve of New York residents with historic low temps and near record snowfall totals. This will surely be a winter that most New Yorkers will not soon forget. One unfortunate consequence of such severe winters is the ever-present danger of icy and slippery sidewalks. Even worse, harsh winter temperatures can often cause New York sidewalks ...

When you think about the dangers caused by distracted driving, you probably think that the most likely one would be a collision with another motor vehicle. However, distracted driving can often also cause cars to collide with pedestrians and bicycles. When this happens, the results can be catastrophic. The lucky ones may walk away from the accident with a few bruises or scrapes, but pedestrian and bicycle accidents can often result in a fatality, due to the superior weight and size of the motor vehicle. Unfortunately, according to a new study, the number of people killed ...

Suffering a spinal cord injury can change a person's life forever. Unfortunately, new research indicates that the incidence of these injuries is on the rise in the U.S. Researchers at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine examined data collected on 43,137 adults in the U.S. who were admitted to hospitals as a result of spinal cord injury between 2007 and 2009. According to their study, which was published in the Journal of Neurotrauma, uncovered some important facts about spinal cord injuries: - In 2007, the incidence of spinal cord injuries among adults between ...

On February 12, 2014 the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced that it was publishing a proposed rule that would establish a database of information about chemical test results of those who hold commercial driver's licenses. Drug and alcohol use is a huge problem in the trucking industry, and the database is an effort at cracking down on drivers who drive under the influence. Documenting drug test data The proposed rule would establish the Commercial Driver's License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. Commercial carriers will need to upload positive drug ...

Charles Sturt University Emergency Management Courses Coordinator Ian Manock has been recognized for showing dedication, leadership and excellence in Tertiary level emergency management education, including the key areas of emergency management planning, operations and recovery. With an impressive four decades of practiced experience in his field, Mr. Manock is uniquely qualified to oversee a wide range of tasks on behalf of Charles Sturt University. Over the course of the last 14 years, in his role as an emergency management lecturer and course coordinator at Charles ...

Emma Gingerich left her Amish community in Eagleville, Missouri, at the age of eighteen. Disagreeing with the beliefs of Amish traditions and upbringing, she made a personal decision that forced her to find the courage to leave the only life she'd ever known. She fled across the country to a family in Harlingen. The emotional turmoil she'd unknowingly inflict upon herself, family, and friends - gut wrenching. She was eighteen years old when she left. Considered no longer a daughter and a sister, temporarily exiled, Emma found her freedom. Placing a priority on her education, ...

Worldwide Branding announces that Robert Joseph Dubrowski, Senior Managing Director and Member of the Executive Committee and Chief Financial Officer of Natixis U.S., the U.S. Wholesale Banking business line of Natixis S.A., has been recognized for showing dedication, leadership and excellence in banking and finance. With 39 years of experience in his field, Mr. Dubrowski is recognized for his concrete understanding of international banking and global markets. He also posseses valued management and consultancy skills in financial, fiscal, regulatory and strategic planning ...

Florian Aigrain, President of FPXA Holdings AG, has been recognized by Worldwide Branding for showing dedication, leadership and excellence in his profession. FPXA Holdings is a long-term investment company that provides innovative financial solutions. It is not content with simply funding technology startups or giving charitable grants to emerging market projects. Instead, it relies on an entirely unique operating model. It builds local management, empowers teams to effect real growth, and creates lasting enterprises. FPXA Holdings has a compelling track record in providing ...

Ulrike Reimann, Director of Communications, Marketing and Events for the European University Association, has been recognized by Worldwide Branding for showing dedication, leadership and excellence in public relations. Ms. Reimann has 15 years of experience in the field, demonstrating an expertise in organizational skills and structure. In her current role of six years, she is responsible for the strategic communication of EUA and the implementation of all EUA communication activities. Prior to joining the EUA in March 2008, Ms. Reimann had been working in communications ...

Steffan Rygaard, Director and Owner of Vision Direct Uk Ltd., has been recognized by Worldwide Branding for showing dedication, leadership and excellence in his profession. The pioneer behind VisionDirect.co.uk, an online retailer that provides leading contact lens brands, is Mr. Steffan Rygaard. He spearheaded the campaign on behalf of every individual in the U.K. with optical needs. VisionDirect was able to create a gap in the market to offer the public a fully transparent and more cost-effective solution to their contact lens requirements through the power of the ...

Vick Aggarwala, President and Chief Executive Officer of Supreme Components International Pte Ltd, has been recognized for showing dedication, leadership and excellence in management and electronic components. Backed by nearly four decades of experience, Mr. Aggarwala is uniquely qualified to lead Supreme Components International, a distributor of semiconductors, electronic components and LED lighting solutions. As the president and CEO, he handles profit and loss responsibilities, and oversees daily functions, including marketing, finance, sales, strategic planning, ...

While those who have special animals in their lives already know how powerful their relationship with their pet can be, Robin Ganzert, president of the American Humane Association, says that now this bond can be proven scientifically. Specifically, a new study reported on by Fox News reveals that dogs have the power to empathize with their owners. According to the researchers of the new study from Current Biology, dogs have been found to be sensitive to the emotional cues in the voices of humans. The suspected reason for this, according to those involved in the study, ...