Understanding the Ticket to Work program and its benefits An individual who suffers from a disability due to a condition or illness encounters many obstacles; the onset of the disability or illness is a life-changing event. Many people can no longer work or provide for their families the way they once could. Fortunately, Social Security Disability benefits are available to help individuals with disabilities. Both monetary and medical assistance is available. So many people are grateful to have such life-saving services available to them. However, many often feel that ...

Truck drivers to receive more training to reduce trucking accidents? Trucking companies and their drivers are subject to many different regulations that officials hope help keeps roadways safer. Some rules are focused on the conditions of the vehicles that are being used by each fleet, and drivers can be penalized if they accumulate too many safety violations in a certain period of time. One of the unique challenges facing the trucking industry concerns the lack of experienced drivers for available positions. Companies sometimes have to hire new drivers, and many ...

Proposed New Jersey interlock law aims to prevent, rather than punish New Jersey is known for having strict DWI laws, meant to protect people from being hurt and also to prevent drivers found guilty from drinking and driving again. While drunk driving laws are necessary, it can be difficult for someone who has multiple convictions to recover from such a mistake. There is a bill currently being considered in our state's legislature that would focus more on preventing repeat drunk drivers, rather than strongly punishing those who are convicted. Currently, New Jersey ...

Human hormone study focuses on brain injury treatment When a person in Orange County is injured while at work, or conducting business on behalf of their employer, one of the injuries they may sustain is a traumatic brain injury. Brain injuries can have a drastic effect on people for the rest of their lives, preventing them from returning to work or even holding down any kind of job. In such cases, victims or their families can seek financial assistance through workers' compensation or Social Security Disability Insurance. Last year in New York City, a construction ...

New evidence of conflicting lab tests vacated sexual battery conviction While the goal of anyone accused of a crime is to avoid a conviction, for a person wrongfully convicted of a crime, the discovery of new evidence can be crucial. The recent Florida Supreme Court case of Swafford v. State demonstrates how new evidence resulted in the opportunity for a new trial for a man previously convicted of a sex crime and murder. A defendant challenges his conviction The defendant had been convicted of sexual battery and first-degree murder and was sentenced to life imprisonment ...

HealthUnity(R), a leading healthcare technology company dedicated to secure, privacy-protected health information acquisition, integration, exchange and analysis, will be introducing its wide array of clinical integration solutions at the HIMSS14 Annual Conference and Exhibition, February 23-27 in Orlando, Florida. The company is ranked as a top health information exchange (HIE) vendor in the 2014 Black Book(TM) Client Experience & Satisfaction Rankings of Healthcare Technology & Managed Services. It also received the 2013 Frost & Sullivan Best Practices ...

The law firm of Weisman, Kennedy & Berris is investigating potential claims against the National Interstate Corporation ("National Interstate" or "the Company") (NASDAQ: NATL) Board of Directors concerning the proposed acquisition of the Company by Great American Insurance Company, a subsidiary of American Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE:AFG). The investigation concerns possible breaches of fiduciary duties and other legal obligations owed by the National Interstate Board of Directors for failing to act in National Interstate's shareholders' best ...

Drunk driving suspected in LA freeway accident that leaves six dead A 21-year-old California woman has been arrested in connection with a recent freeway accident that resulted in multiple fatalities in the community of Diamond Bar, which is located roughly 35 miles east of downtown Los Angeles. According to a report by USA Today, the woman was arrested based upon allegations that she drove the wrong way down 60 Freeway while intoxicated. Witnesses to the horrific car accident told the California Highway Patrol (CHP) that the car being driven by the accused was moving ...

Falls now the leading cause of spinal cord injuries in America Researchers at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine report that falls have now overtaken motor vehicle accidents as being the leading cause of spinal cord injuries in the country. The study, led by Dr. Shalini Selvarajah (a surgical research fellow at Johns Hopkins), reports that a whopping 41.5 percent of spinal cord injuries seen in emergency rooms across America were the result of falls. By comparison, car accidents are currently responsible for about 35 percent of spine injuries. The study, ...

Office work can come with a surprising number of injury risks For most people, working in an office seems like a relatively safe job. There aren't a lot of hazardous materials or heavy equipment that can hurt someone, such as with a construction job. However, there are risks for just about every job, and there are many ways to get hurt in the office. Workers' compensation laws exist in Pennsylvania to protect office employees and other workers who get injured while doing their jobs. Nearly every worker in the state is protected under the Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation ...

Advanced Technology Consulting (ATC) experienced record revenues in 2013. Both regional offices--Cincinnati, OH, and Hartford, CT--exceeded previously held revenue highs set in 2012. ATC's 2013 revenues exceeded 2012 by approximately 30 percent. David Goodwin and Darren DeMartino founded ATC in 1999. Goodwin leads the Ohio office and DeMartino the Connecticut office. In the early days, ATC assisted customers with switched and dedicated long distance services. Since, ATC has expanded its services, helping leaders of organizations with cloud migration, Voice over IP (VoIP) ...

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Texas company Independent Contract Packaging (ICP) has been recommended for certification to ISO 9001:2008. The achievement was made possible with ISO 9001 consulting services from Qualaco, a consulting firm based in Houston. Qualaco's ISO 9001 consulting guides companies through the complicated process of certification. ICP went through an eight-month process that has led to an improvement in all operations of the company. Managers and employees have all been trained to understand the planning process and the importance of communication in the process of implementing ...

Bennerotte & Associates, P.A., is pleased to announce that Thomas R. Bennerotte has been chosen as one of the top 10 personal injury lawyers in the state of Minnesota. The National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys selected the attorney for this honor. The National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys offers attorneys further education on personal injury law. Its mission is to provide up-to-date knowledge that enables attorneys to offer the best possible representation possible, whether they are seeking compensation for car accident injuries or fighting for a ...

Do you know what malocclusion is? The term "malocclusion" refers to a number of conditions, such as, upper protrusion, spacing or crowding problems and irregular bite. To fix misaligned teeth or an improper bite, orthodontic treatment is in order. At Suter Orthodontics, Dr. Scott Suter offers an array of orthodontic devices in Colorado Springs: invisible braces, traditional metal braces, ceramic braces (tooth colored), palatal expanders, space maintainers, and invisible retainers. While the orthodontic devices may differ, there is one thing that remains the ...

Dr. Lee S. Cohen is an experienced Cherry Hill, NJ podiatrist who provides unique sports podiatry services to meet the needs of athletes. As a whole, Dr. Cohen and his team of podiatric professionals address treatment, injury prevention and athletic performance enhancement. Through his expertise in foot and ankle health care, Dr. Cohen is excited to be a featured speaker at the Day of Distance Coaching Clinic at Villanova University on Friday, March 21, 2014. "It is an honor to be a featured speaker at Day of Distance Coaching Clinic. Anyone who coaches distance ...

Premier Roswell dentist, Dr. Wyman Martin of The Martin Dental Center for Oral Health and Aesthetics, continues to utilize an educational practice blog for increased patient education and knowledge of dental health care. The information-rich blog provides new and existing patients with helpful resources for making educated decisions about their oral health. As the dental industry is continually advancing, Dr. Martin, an implant dentist in Roswell, understands the importance of keeping patients and visitors up-to-date with all of the new and exciting things taking place ...

For adults who want a straighter smile without undergoing visible, traditional wire-bracket braces, Dr. Thomas Morgan offers Invisalign as a clear solution. With Invisalign's clear aligners, Prior Lake residents can now straighten their teeth without anyone even noticing that they are undergoing treatment. Straightening teeth will not interfere with a person's busy lifestyle with the availability of Invisalign in Prior Lake. Requiring only one set of impressions and photographs of a patient's teeth, Invisalign's method is simpler than its predecessors. Impressions are ...

Dr. Kevin Kuffel, a Brookfield dentist, continues to utilize his practice's social media sites-Facebook and Twitter. The dentistry's Facebook and Twitter pages are two increasingly popular social media channels that were created in order to improve the practice's communication with current and potential patients on the Web. Social networking continues to remain an important Internet tool for dentists. Through Dr. Kuffel's social media channels, patients have the ability to participate in ongoing online conversations with their Brookfield dentist and other Facebook followers; ...

When it comes to a person's smile, Dr. Stephen Park is dedicated to keeping his patients smiling for a lifetime. Through an array of comprehensive services, Dr. Park helps his patients maintain healthy smiles. With over 20 years of experience as a dentist in Silver Spring, Dr. Park strives to provide his patients with superior dental health care under one roof. "It is my goal to help my patients smile with confidence for a lifetime. From routine dental visits to more complex dental procedures in Silver Spring, such as cosmetic dentistry, we are available to help ...

Parents often worry about their children's teeth, eyes, and other parts of their body. Moms and Dads teach their children how to wash, brush, and groom, but sometimes ignore their child's feet as they are still developing. Many adult foot ailments, as with other health issues, have their origins in childhood and can be present at birth. Periodic professional attention and regular foot care from Dr. Ed Davis, a San Antonio, Texas podiatrist, can minimize these problems in a child's life later on. "Neglecting your child's foot health invites problems in other parts ...

Dr. James Vito is dedicated to providing his patients with superior cosmetic and sedation dentistry services in Wayne. To further help his patients smile with confidence, Dr. James Vito is now offering dental implants and mini-implants in Wayne, PA to replace missing teeth. Many people who are missing teeth could significantly benefit from the new technology of dental implants or mini-implants. Missing a front tooth, or any tooth, can ruin a smile, and make eating difficult. Advances in dental technology are available to help patients who are missing a tooth or multiple ...

Drs. Robert Bradbury and Anthony Amato, dentists in West Hartford, encourage their patients to visit their information-rich practice website for increased dental education materials. With the addition of a vast patient education library, patients can visit the website for Drs. Bradbury & Amato, PC for further information on their upcoming treatments and procedures in West Hartford including dental implants and an array of others. "Knowing what to expect from your dental procedure can help you to understand its importance and alleviate your anxiety. By offering ...

Since February is International Prenatal Infection Prevention month, it is the perfect time for patients to become more aware of what's out there and the simple steps they can take to guard against infections and to protect the baby. At Complete Women's Healthcare, Dr. Dori Kasparek and Dr. Supriya Rao are available as gynecologists in Alpharetta and Johns Creek to provide patients with the care they need to remain healthy throughout pregnancy. "Pregnant women face an array of emotions, battle cravings and worry about kicks and twinges, but there is more to remember. ...

When it comes to sleep, a restless night of sleeping can interrupt a person's daily tasks. At World Class Smile Center, Dr. Richard Marill is available to work with his patients to create a proper treatment plan for patients in Alameda with sleep apnea. Through the availability of advanced dental treatments, Dr. Marill can easily help his patients get a better night's sleep with a proper sleep apnea treatment plan. "If you suffer from sleep apnea, we can help you get a better night's sleep with the use of dental devices. At World Class Smile Center, we will work ...