Authors Twist the Classic Monsters
2014-04-16
On May 1st, Dark Red Press will publish an anthology of new twists in the tales of classic monsters. Bringing such classics as Frankenstein's monster and Mr. Hyde into the 21st Century, each of the four novellas will bring a fresh perspective and new interpretation of the much-beloved monsters of one of the greatest eras of film and television.
Everyone remembers the Universal Era of archetypal monsters: such classics as Boris Karloff as Frankenstein's monster and Bela Lugosi as Dracula. Four DRP authors delve into the mysteries and magic behind such archetypes as ghosts, ...
Tucson Middle School Student Qualifies for National Spelling Bee
2014-04-16
As the only qualifier from Tucson, Bobby hopes to represent his school, his church and his community at the National's in a way that reflects all that God has done in his life.
A very gifted young man, Bobby has been a spelling whiz from an early age. He began reading 2nd grade level books at age 2 and by Kindergarten his reading level was "off the charts". By the time he was in second grade, Bobby was double promoted to the fourth grade class at Calvary Chapel Christian School.
With several spelling bee class wins under his belt and a District win last year in the ...
UV Eye Protection Important for Seacoast Activities after LASIK & Cataract Surgery
2014-04-16
"This time of year many patients make the transition to outdoor activities-hiking, sailing, walking along the beach. This means they are going to be exposed to a good amount of UV from the sun. So many patients who have had LASIK or cataract surgery just don't think about eyeglasses, sunglasses or UV eye protection anymore," noted Dr. Leslie Doctor. "But we want to remind them that as they spend more time involved in outdoor activities-especially near the seacoast or water, they tend to underestimate their risk of sun and UV damage to their eyes. It's actually greater than ...
Thermoforming Manufacturer Speaks at State House at Career Day in Boston
2014-04-16
Joe Peters, President of Universal Plastics, spoke in Boston about the importance of career centers in Massachusetts, and how they help to prepare and connect qualified workers with appropriate jobs at The Massachusetts Workforce Professional Association celebrated Career Center Day at the State House on March 13th. The focus on the day was to highlight for legislators how career centers vitally support both job seekers and businesses in Massachusetts.
Mr. Peters is on the Board of Directors for CareerPoint. Since 1976 CareerPoint has been serving the workforce and economic ...
ASR Offroad Announces the Renewal of Their Partnership with W.E. Rock
2014-04-16
ASR Offroad is excited to announce the renewal of their partnership with W.E. Rock - World Extreme Rock Crawling Championship for the 2014 season starting on March 7th, 2014. The partnership, which began with the 2013 series, is moving to a new level this year with the introduction of the ASR Offroad contingency program for the series racers.
Racers can qualify for the contingency program by running ASR Offroad recovery equipment and associated labeling on their vehicle, and placing either 1st or 2nd in any of the W.E. Rock Series Races. More program details are available ...
Intrafocus Offers Balanced Scorecard Professional Certification
2014-04-16
Intrafocus and the Balanced Scorecard Institute have joined forces to offer their first Balanced Scorecard Professional (BSP) certification course in London starting on April 7th this year.
The Balanced Scorecard Professional (BSP) course has been developed for executives and members of balanced scorecard teams who want to learn how to build, deploy, and sustain scorecard systems. It is also for professionals who have an existing scorecard who want to turn it into a robust automated system. Content focuses on Balanced Scorecard strategic planning and management, and ...
Professional Development Resources Publishes New Online Continuing Education Course on Dementia
2014-04-16
Professional Development Resources, a national provider of accredited continuing education units for psychologists, social workers, counselors, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and dietitians, has announced a new addition to its continuing education (CE) curriculum for health professionals: The Dementias: Hope through Research. The course is based on a document from the National Institute on Aging (NIA).
A diagnosis of dementia can be frightening for those affected by the syndrome, their family members, and caretakers. Learning more about dementia ...
SCS Building Maintenance, Inc. Makes Boston Business Journal Book of Lists, Third Year in a Row
2014-04-16
SCS BUILDING MAINTENANCE, Inc, (also known as SCS Group) a professional cleaning company committed to quality service, reliable and quick response, and open lines of communication.
This is the third year in a row the business has joined the Boston Business Journal Book (BBJ) of Lists "Who's Who in Boston Business." The BBJ the guide profiles some of the largest corporations in the Greater Boston Area.
Led by Trevor Rhone of Natick, MA, is thrilled to be a part of this year's selection. "It is a privilege once again to be recognized in the BBJ Book of Lists. SCS BUILDING ...
STAT Courier Services Signs Several New Clients Including Quest Diagnostics and MDL Labs
2014-04-16
STAT Courier is pleased to announce the recent addition of Quest Diagnostics, MDL Labs, and more. STAT Courier Service is a Dallas- and Oklahoma-based company. With state of the art Technology, we offer signature capture, real-time tracking, and as fast as 1 hour delivery.
The growth of the courier service industry has been so dramatic that even though other services are starting to improve, the courier industry is still critical when delivery is necessary.
Quest Diagnostics was proud to mention, "STAT has professional drivers that always go the extra mile."
STAT ...
Parent's remote testimony using Skype upheld in child custody case
2014-04-16
In the case of In re Marriage of Swaka, the Court of Appeals of Washington upheld an order permitting the mother to testify remotely from a location in Spain in child custody proceedings held in the Kitsap Superior Court using Skype, a live video chat and long-distance voice calling service for communicating over the Internet.
Witness testimony is generally required to be submitted orally in open court, but under a provision of the Superior Court Civil Rules the court may permit testimony using "contemporaneous transmission from a different location" upon proof of "good ...
Valuing, Dividing, and Determining Income from a Business Interest in a Divorce
2014-04-16
Often in dissolution of marriage cases, one party to the divorce owns a business or a partial interest in a business entity such as a corporation, partnership, LLC, etc. What happens to the business or the value thereof in the divorce? A common question business owners going through a divorce ask is whether or not their business is a "marital asset". Florida requires that all marital property be divided equitably between the parties, and any business or business interest acquired during the marriage and/or with marital funds will be subject to the equitable distribution ...
Never events: the sponge problem
2014-04-16
When a doctor accidently leaves a surgical item inside the body, the result can severely harm -- or even kill -- the patient. For example, a left behind sponge can equate to hundreds of thousands of dollars in further medical assistance and medical malpractice costs.
The sponge case is often called a "never event," as it should never happen. Moreover, it is difficult to know exactly how often sponges are left behind in bodies. According to numbers from the Mayo Clinic, there was approximately one "foreign object" case for every 5,500 operations from 2003 to 2006. Furthermore, ...
Black ice on New York City plaza causes hazard for pedestrian
2014-04-16
Proving that a person or entity controlling or managing property is aware of any dangerous conditions in and around their building can be a difficult task in New York.
In the recent case of Tompa v. 767 Fifth Partners, LLC, a pedestrian was injured while walking through the plaza in front of the old GM building at 767 Fifth Avenue when she slipped on a thin sheet of ice spread over a large area near a fountain. The building managers claimed they had no notice of the icy condition of the plaza, claiming their employees routinely inspected the area where the pedestrian ...
Aggressive drivers remain a concern in Wisconsin
2014-04-16
According to the National Conference of State Legislatures, in 2012 approximately 2.36 million people were injured in motor vehicle crashes. Further, approximately $32 billion was spent on medical expenses arising from motor vehicle accidents. Chillingly, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT) advises that approximately one-third of all highway crashes are now attributable to aggressive driving behavior.
Whether driving on Interstate 43, or on a relatively quiet rural road, one of the most frightening things to encounter is an aggressive driver. At one time ...
Trucking accidents lead to calls for changes to improve motorist safety
2014-04-16
Recently, a truck driver in Alabama was killed when his vehicle struck a guardrail on Interstate 85. The crash occurred just before 1:30 A.M., when not as many other vehicles were on the roadway. This may have prevented the truck from involving other vehicles in the crash.
Because of truck accidents like this, federal and state government officials have been focused on improving safety for motorists across the country. Drivers are under strict requirements that limit the amount of time they may be behind the wheel. In order to restart their workweek, drivers must have ...
Using expungement and sealing to clear your criminal record in Illinois
2014-04-16
Having a criminal record can significantly affect your life, as it can make it significantly harder to be hired, obtain housing or obtain a loan. In Illinois, there are certain procedures that you can take to clear your criminal past or limit its disclosure. Under the law, these procedures are called expungement and record sealing.
Expungement in Illinois
Under Illinois law, if criminal record is expunged, the record of it is destroyed by law enforcement. Only cases that were prosecuted by the State of Illinois may be expunged (i.e. out-of-state and federal cases ...
"Anti-CSI effect" jury instruction leads to reversal of burglary conviction
2014-04-16
In a criminal trial, the prosecution must prove the defendant's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. If something happens during a trial which appears to change this required burden of proof, a defendant's conviction must be reversed.
The Maryland Court of Appeals wrestled with this issue in a burglary case, where a jury instruction was given--inspired, in part, by a popular television show.
An alleged burglary . . . with no scientific evidence?
In the case of Robinson v. State, police officers were called to a scene, where the defendant and another man were detained ...
Third party's right to be beneficiary of IRA owned as community property
2014-04-16
In the case of In re Estate of Kirkes, the Supreme Court of Arizona decided that a departed individual could designate more than 50 percent of an individual retirement account held as a community property asset to a third party, but only where the living spouse receives at least 50 percent of the worth of the estate and the distribution is not otherwise fraudulent or unjust.
Background
The decedent held the IRA in his name. He named his son from an earlier marriage as a beneficiary to receive 83 percent of the IRA. Under a previous designation, the decedent's widow ...
More than 300 deaths linked to recalled GM cars
2014-04-16
There have been several news stories recently about faulty ignition switches in General Motors (GM) vehicles, such as Chevy Cobalts manufactured from 2005 to 2010, as well as Saturn Ions made from 2003 to 2006. Keys can fall out of the ignition, causing the vehicle to lose their power steering and brakes. The engines shut down completely, and this can leave the motorists in a very vulnerable position.
According to GM, the ignition problems in the vehicles have been connected to at least 13 deaths in motor vehicle accidents. However, U.S. safety regulators have recorded ...
Reducing risk of dangerous drivers: Head-on crashes and truck accidents
2014-04-16
Sharing the road with dangerous drivers can have dire consequences. Even the safest of drivers have no control over the way others operate their vehicles. The chances of walking away from a motor vehicle accident unharmed are slim, particularly when the crash involves a large vehicle or a tractor-trailer.
AlaskaDispatch.com reports that Anchorage Police have identified the victim of a recent head-on collision. The accident took place near Potter Marsh, on Alaska's Seward Highway. Around 7:00 p.m. a 29-year-old Whittier firefighter's car crashed into a tractor-trailer. ...
InterSystems Seeing the Most Worldwide Growth, While Siemens Continues to Dominate Market Share
2014-04-16
InterSystems is gaining the most ground in signing new hospitals outside the United States, while Siemens continues to have the largest EMR market share. This and other key findings were released in the latest KLAS report, Global EMR Market Share 2014: Vendor Momentum outside the United States
"The global EMR landscape continues to grow at an increasing rate," said report author Chris Brown. "The vendors who are winning the most market share are the ones who are best adapting to country-specific requirements and providing integrated solutions."
The report looked at ...
Jason A. Brodie, Esq., is a Recipient of the Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell Honor of Distinction
2014-04-16
Brodie & Friedman, P.A., is pleased to announce that Jason A. Brodie, Esq., is a recipient of the Client Distinction Award -- the Martindale-Hubbell honor of distinction that is awarded to fewer than 4 percent of the 900,000 or more lawyers listed on lawyers.com and martindale.com.
Martindale-Hubbell -- one of the country's most-notable attorney rating services -- put together satisfaction ratings, provided by clients, to help distinguish and recognize superior lawyers in the U.S. Mr. Brodie received top rankings for excelling in the areas of responsiveness, communication, ...
Al Carlson Guest Lectures Villanova Class
2014-04-16
Partner Alfred J. Carlson of the Workers' Compensation, Social Security/Long Term Disability and Veterans Benefits law firm of Martin, LLC recently served as a guest lecturer to the Workers' Compensation Class of Villanova Law School professor Hon. Todd B. Seelig.
In his April 8th talk, Carlson focused on the subject of settling a Workers' Compensation case, helping students understand what factors should be considered, including Medicare, Social Security Disability and Subrogation issues.
Carlson has been a litigator in Pennsylvania workers' compensation law since ...
Fast Haul Announces Publication of 2014 Earth Day Infographic
2014-04-16
Fast Haul, a green junk hauling and trash removal company servicing the San Francisco Bay Area, has announced the publication of a new infographic commemorating this year's Earth Day (April 22, 2014). The infographic, titled "Growth of the Green Movement", highlights the roots and development of the green movement in the United States, popular environmental ordinances that have been enacted in certain regions and are now spreading across the nation, and the top ranked "greenest" cities in the U.S. today. To view the "Growth of the Green Movement" infographic, visit: http://www.fasthaul.com/ecoblog/2014/03/27/growth-of-the-green-movement-infographic. ...
Davies Chibale Celebrated for Excellence in Human Resources
2014-04-16
Davies Chibale, Human Resources Consultant of Engineered For Success has been recognized for showing dedication, leadership and excellence in human resources.
Mr. Chibale has eight years of professional experience, with three years as a human resources consultant of Engineered for Success. On a daily basis, he is responsible for helping clients draft, submit and obtain approval of enterprise bargaining agreements for use as terms and conditions of employment. He also provides workforce planning and remuneration advice on strategic people issues to directors and senior ...
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