How businesses can recover past-due debts Article provided by Manfred Sternberg & Associates, PC Visit us at http://www.msternberg.com Many businesses sell their goods and services on credit to their customers. Some may have had long-term relationships that are built on decades of prior transactions, and there is complete confidence that each side will deliver on its obligations. Other businesses may be looking to expand their customer base, and take a chance on new buyers in the hopes of developing a more lasting arrangement. While many of these deals will ...

Pennsylvania may soon allow adult adopted children access to birth certificates Article provided by Gary R. Swavely, Jr. Visit us at http://www.readingpalawyer.com Adoption is a rewarding but sometimes taxing process. As all families are unique, so too are adoptions. A stepparent may wish to formally adopt a stepchild. Grandparents may wish to adopt a minor whose parents may not be capable of caring for the child. Couples unable to conceive may wish to raise a child whose biological parents do not have the means to do so. Once completed, an adopted child can ...

Understanding trade secrets and protections against misappropriation Article provided by Reminger Attorneys at Law Visit us at http://www.businesslawresults.com Trade secrets are an important component to any business--just ask the global iconic Coca-Cola Company. Their priceless million-dollar Coke recipe invented in the late 19th century has been guarded from disclosure for decades. But what exactly encompasses a trade secret? Is a trade secret the same as a patent? Many people may be surprised to know that both are different and that a trade secret doesn't ...

Federal court finds Texas' ban on same-sex marriage unconstitutional Article provided by Heinrich Christian, PLLC Visit us at http://www.heinrichlaw.com Things are likely to change in Texas for same-sex couples because of a Feb. 26, 2014, federal court finding that the state's ban on same-sex marriage violates the U.S. Constitution's guarantees of due process and equal protection under the law. Texas marriage licenses will not be issued to couples of the same gender in the immediate future, though. Citing prevention of "legal and practical complications," ...

Addressing and avoiding common real estate disputes in California Article provided by Enterprise Counsel Group, A Law Corporation Visit us at http://www.enterprisecounsel.com While Bloomberg reports that U.S. homebuyer and homebuilder confidence slumped to record lows during the past number of months due to horrible winter weather, California avoided much of the downturn in activity. In fact, while much of the country sat twiddling their thumbs during February, Southern California buyers were busy bemoaning the lack of inventory. This is good news for sellers ...

Texas man arrested for DWI despite blowing 0.00 on breath test Article provided by Law Offices of Q. Lynn Johnson, PLLC Visit us at http://www.qlynnlaw.com After more than a year wait, prosecutors have finally dropped the drunk driving charges pending against a Texas man who registered an alcohol concentration of only 0.00 percent at the time of arrest. And, although it may seem unbelievable for a Texas driver to be charged with driving while intoxicated after blowing the lowest possible breathalyzer reading, what is even more surprising is the fact the police officials ...

Considering the marital debts in divorce agreements Article provided by Richard Hasley Visit us at http://www.hasleylaw.com The breakdown in communication that leads to the end of many marriages can continue causing problems during the divorce proceedings. The spouses may not be able to find any agreements on basic issues, which can prolong the entire divorce. The stress level of the parties will increase, and the entire matter can quickly spin out of control. Some spouses may actually be able to find an agreement on certain issues with one another, but they ...

Truck company with poor safety record involved in fatal crash Article provided by The Healy Law Firm Visit us at http://www.illinoistruckingaccidents.com The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is responsible for crafting the rules that truck and bus companies in the U.S. must follow in order to stay in business. These rules cover a variety of topics, but the overall focus is the same: safety. Indeed, federal safety rules are key to preventing truck accidents. While most trucking companies do their best to carefully follow federal safety rules, there are some ...

Low staffing levels at Cal/OSHA hurting workers? Article provided by Law Offices Of Thomas M. DeBenedetto Visit us at http://www.workerinjurysandiego.com California workers depend upon many different groups to ensure their safety when they are on the job. They trust that their employers are following all of the property safety precautions and doing whatever possible to prevent a serious accident from happening on-the-job. Workers also rely upon agencies like the California Division of Occupational Safety & Health (Cal/OSHA) to step in and request changes when ...

Modifying child custody orders in Texas Article provided by Law Office of Brian Turner Visit us at http://www.brianturnerlaw.com Under Texas law, divorced couples with children are obliged to follow the terms of their child custody orders. Unless they receive permission from the court, any deviation from the terms of the order can be met with serious legal consequences. Although custody orders must be strictly followed, it does not mean that they cannot be changed. If the circumstances of either parent change significantly, he or she may ask the court to modify ...

Michigan lawsuits for personal injury from dog attacks Article provided by Howard Law Group Visit us at http://www.howardlawgr.com Two German shepherds loose in the suburban Detroit area reportedly were involved in a series of unprovoked attacks that caused personal injuryin early February 2014. Before the two dogs were shot in separate incidents by law enforcement, they had apparently: -Attacked a woman who had gotten out of her car in the late afternoon to help them, requiring about 50 stitches for puncture wounds on her legs from dog bites and eventual cosmetic ...

Pennsylvania may require more drunk drivers to use ignition interlock Article provided by Law Offices of Anthony Urban, P.C. Visit us at http://www.urbanlaw.com Drunk driving has long been known as a dangerous activity. Nearly one in three traffic deaths involve alcohol. In an effort to cut down on injury and death resulting from drunk driving, state Senator John Rafferty introduced legislation early in 2014 that would require all drivers with a single DUI conviction to install an ignition interlock device in their vehicles in order to have driving privileges reinstated. ...

Heavy snowfalls, low temperatures and more car crashes in Massachusetts Article provided by Giarrusso Norton Cooley & McGlone, P.C. Visit us at http://www.gncm.net The 2013-2014 winter has already been the most brutal in recent memory, with no respite yet in sight. The Northeast has been repeatedly battered with snow and unusually frigid temperatures. In Massachusetts, one of the most heavily affected states, the poor driving conditions pervasive throughout this winter can be a significant contributor to motor vehicle accidents. Drivers should be prepared ...

Rancho Santa Fe Estate and Fine Jewelry located at 6024 Paseo Delicias in Rancho Santa Fe will be hosting a trunk show featuring the jewelry of artist Konstantina Dimitra Mahlia (Mahlia Collection) beginning Thursday, March 27th from 4:00 p.m. through 9:00 p.m. and continuing through Friday, March 28th and Saturday, March 29th, both days from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Refreshments will be served and children and pets are welcome to attend. Born in Vancouver, B.C. to Greek immigrants, Konstantina is renowned for her harmonious and creative designs that define the Mahlia ...

El Portal, Sedona's Luxury Hotel located in the heart of the city, continues its tradition of welcoming all four-legged friends to its unique lodging experience with the announcement of a March Pet Photo contest and a Sedona Getaway to the winner! By submitting posts of adorable, cute, and funny pet photos through the hotel's social media channels: Facebook, Twitter, Google+, and "Liking" or "Sharing" their entries, guests are invited to participate to win a two-night stay at El Portal, plus a generous $100 food credit to sample local culinary delights, ...

NASA will bring together 50 social media users to Kennedy Space Center for a two-day event, Mar. 15 - 16, 2014, for the launch of the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida. Brooklyn native, Myeashea Alexander has been selected as one of 50 social media representatives to attend the event. The cargo resupply flight to the International Space Station by Space Exploration Technologies (SpaceX) is targeted to liftoff at 4:41 a.m. EST Mar. 16. As a NASA Social attendee, Alexander and the other 49 participants will interact with engineers ...

Michael Carson, Head Football Coach and Founder of the Georgia Prep Sports Academy (GPSA), (www.GeorgiaPrepSportsAcademy.org), a rigorous post high school graduate academic athletic program for students who wish to continue their desire to earn a four-year scholarship at an accredited four year college met with Vice President Joseph Biden and shared the merits of GPSA's program. "The mission of GPSA's post-graduate sports program is to provide young men and women the opportunity to continue their education and to obtain a college degree while participating in collegiate ...

BALAM Dance Theatre (BALAM), a non-profit professional dance theatre company, returns to New Jersey to premiere its new Out & About series program, Dancing Warriors, a dance presentation featuring Balinese, Japanese Noh, French Baroque and Spanish dances, as well as Iaido (Japanese sword) and period fencing. The program includes an audience participation segment. The performance will be presented at the Leonia Public Library in Leonia, New Jersey, located at 227 Fort Lee Road, on Sunday, March 23 from 2:00-3:00 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. The ...

Artemis Gallery LIVE will get the jump on the Ides of March with a March 14, 2014 auction of fine antiquities, Pre-Columbian, Far Eastern, Native-American and ethnographic art. "This auction is truly special," said Teresa Dodge, owner of Artemis Gallery LIVE. "Our usual offering of authentic ancient art is complemented by unique and exciting African, Native-American and Spanish Colonial pieces - it's like taking a trip around the world, without leaving the comfort of your home, since it is an online event." LiveAuctioneers will provide the Internet ...

The first round of the Bitcoin exchange game by German company draglet has ended. Over a period of three months, more than 1,100 participants traded and tried to qualify for the prize distribution. The winner increased his starting capital by 700%. 1.5 Bitcoin of prizes were distributed amongst the 100 best participants. During the first round, a total number of 26.008 orders have been processed and 944.496 Bitcoin were traded. This is the transaction volume of a bigger Bitcoin exchange site. The customer's feedback was used to enhance the trading software. In the ...

After the success of their "Ladies Love Brunch", which gathered more than 20 influential women from around the greater Cleveland area in late February, The Cleveland Young Professional Minority Women's Group (CYPMWG) will host their official launch "Bold" on March 21st at 6pm in Downtown Cleveland at a private location. Since the organization's founding in early January, the group has already gained the attention of Cleveland leaders and other young professional organizations with their hands on approach to connecting, empowering, and fostering discussions ...

Don McCauley of the Free Publicity Focus Group and Danielle Hampson, Executive Producer of The Authors Show, founders of The Authors Marketing Powerhouse, have announced The Authors Show radio and broadcast schedule for the week of March 10, 2014. The new show schedule is available at the Authors Marketing Powerhouse site. For those who hope to sell books on the Internet, the challenge can be daunting. It can be confusing difficult, time consuming and expensive. Book Marketing, branded as The Authors Marketing Powerhouse, helps authors overcome these challenges by providing ...

Pro Art Gallery, the gallery that celebrates innovative and cutting edge art in the Middle East, announced that it is hosting a new exhibition titled 'Spirituality in Motion', which will showcase artworks by renowned contemporary Iranian artist Hossein Irandoust. The exhibition will run from March 12-20, 2014 at the Pro Art Gallery, located at the Palm Strip Shopping Mall in Jumeriah 1 on Jumeirah Beach Road, Dubai. Pro Art Gallery will also hold a special opening night for art lovers, connoisseurs and collectors on March 12th 2014 from 7:30 pm onwards. The 'Spirituality ...

Ventana Research today released the findings of its latest benchmark research, on the topic of big data analytics. The research explores how business units and IT organizations are using emerging information technology to address a new generation of competitive needs. The analysis in this new research, the latest from the leading business and technology market research firm, has yielded important best practice recommendations for gaining value from big data by applying analytics - an undertaking that half of organization view as very important as the growth in volumes of ...

Midsize companies are seizing opportunities around the cloud to create innovative new HR services and business models that decrease time to market, create operational efficiencies in HR and engage employees in new ways. HR Cloud services like Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), Software-as-a-Service (SasS), Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) and Business Process-as-a-Service (BPaaS) are more than technology delivery paradigms. Whether an organization wants to consume or offer HR cloud services--they can leverage the CommonOffice.com infrastructure cloud to achieve new levels ...