As one of the four chosen companies in road construction services, SGS INTRON has been selected by Rijkswaterstaat of the Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and the Environment to develop an ultra-quiet road surface. Started on 20 January 2014, this innovative, four-phase project is scheduled to be completed with an implementable ultra-quiet road surface in 2016. Rijkswaterstaat Rijkswaterstaat, part of the Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and the Environment, is responsible for the design, construction, management and maintenance of the main infrastructure facilities ...

This is the second year that Miratech has been chosen as a top outsourcing service provider. Rankings will be unveiled in the Fortune 500 issue of FORTUNE magazine later this year, in a special advertising feature produced by IAOP. The 2014 Global Outsourcing 100 and the World's Best Outsourcing Advisors lists and sub-lists recognize the world's best outsourcing service providers and advisors. These rankings are based on applications received and evaluated by an independent judging panel organized by IAOP. The 2014 panel is led by IAOP Chief Advisor, Thought Leadership, ...

What if all this time right under your nose was the greatest cure of all time? There are many wild cannabis strains worldwide growing all over the countryside and NewCure.org has stumbled upon one unbelievable Ditch Weed strain. Introducing, DW Cannabis! Yes, DW stands for Ditch Weed. So what is so special about the DW strain anyway? How about NO THC? To be exact, 0.22% is an extremely small trace of THC to the point of saying "there is just no THC" but the DW strain has one of the highest levels of Cannabinoids (CBD) of any strains in the world with an average ...

As the consequences of environmental damage caused by Industry becomes more prevalent, Wallace Morgan Inc announced how they plan to help reduce environmental costs through their going 'green' policy. As reports estimate world's top firms cause $2.2tn of environmental damage, Wallace Morgan has announced their commitment to being a 'green' company by rolling out a new energy efficiency policy. Government agencies are offering a variety of tax credits, rebates and other incentives to support energy efficiency, encourage the use of renewable energy sources, and support ...

Growth in the social media industry has not impacted Marketing on 6th, NYC and their direct marketing campaigns. Like yin and yang, boom's significant other is never far away, especially when current economic and social trends are examined. The inevitable 'bust' associated with any 'boom' can certainly be applied to the rise of social media marketing over the past five years, as many have disregarded this faddish movement as exactly that; a craze built on the wave of excitement generated by a fresh and innovative approach to marketing. However, whilst the whirlwind ...

Deborah Clark, co-author of 'The Unstoppable Woman's Guide To Emotional Well-Being' has been chosen as one of '50 Great Writers You Should Be Reading'. Winners will appear in this year's edition of the book. Clark was chosen as the result of her appearance on The Authors Show Radio. "I feel privileged and honored," Clark stated, "to be included in the "50 Great Writers" 2013 edition. This is a moment in my life that I will cherish always. Thank you to everyone who has continued to support me and my work." The book offers some great solutions ...

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 that it is adding - for the first time in its 20-year history - a new profession: teachers. Teachers need continuing education curriculum that helps them reach and teach the special needs students they have in their classrooms. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, the number of children and youth ages 3-21 receiving special ...

Industrial Motions, Inc. announces the release of their latest workplace injury prevention and employee wellness program called WorkDay Warm-Up. This exercise program combines stretching exercises with simple strengthening exercises to provide employees with the most well rounded workplace exercise program available. "This unique blend of stretching and strengthening for the workplace has evolved through feedback from the workers themselves," said Frank Murray MSPT, President/CEO of Industrial Motions, Inc. "Traditional workplace exercise programs," ...

Despite recent challenges and leadership changes, Merge, according to providers, is performing stronger than ever before. This according to the newly released KLAS report Weathering Change: Merge Healthcare Imaging Suite 2014. KLAS spoke with 147 Merge customers to gather insight on how Merge is performing. In addition, 31 of Merge's key customers were interviewed. Of those, the majority reported that they planned to add new Merge modules and solutions within the next two years, a statistic rarely heard in the current healthcare IT industry. "Providers report ...

Construction company settles racial harassment suit On January 27, 2014, a construction company that conducts business around the world settled a racial harassment lawsuit filed by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on behalf of one of the company's employees who worked as a technician for the company. State and federal laws prohibit racially-based harassment in workplaces, and people should be aware of how they can defend their rights in the workplace. Employee suffered offensive treatment The lawsuit that the EEOC filed on behalf of the employee alleged ...

California child custody and parenting time basics Child custody issues can be complex and contentious. Parents often disagree on the best way to share custody and end up needing a court order to settle the matter. Before getting too deeply involved in a custody dispute, California parents should understand some of the basics of child custody and visitation in California. Types of custody in California California law identifies two types of child custody: -Legal: Legal custody is the right to make decisions about a child's upbringing, health, education and welfare. ...

Kalamazoo man faces charges for heroin possession after a traffic stop Many criminal investigations evolve from traffic stops. That was the case, for example, when local police arrested a Kalamazoo suspect during a routine traffic detention. The man was allegedly hiding heroin inside his shoe and body. In late January 2014, an officer from the Kalamazoo Valley Enforcement Team stopped the suspect on the road. The man allegedly consented to a search of his vehicle and pursuant to the investigation, officers claim to have found heroin hidden in the man's shoe. The suspect ...

Police focusing on DUI in San Diego - Results in more intrusion into your freedom by checkpoints When a city begins to see a large number of crimes repeatedly occurring in a certain part of town, they will often consider steps that they should take to help prevent these things from happening in the future. They may increase police presence or devote more resources to making the community safer for all residents. San Diego has recently experienced a number of serious car accidents caused by motorists who were allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol at the ...

The sad truth about deadly Texas car accidents Given the fact that Texas is one of the most populated states in the country, it makes sense that there is a relatively high fatal auto accident rate, but the truth about these crashes is both sad and surprising. According to figures provided by the Texas Department of Transportation, in 2012 (the most recent year for which relevant data is available), nearly 3,400 Texans lost their lives in motor vehicle accidents. That is a sharp increase over recent years, and it illustrates some sobering facts: -On average, someone ...

Employer "ultra rigid" in workers' comp denial, court finds for employee A case out of New Jersey can provide a lesson for employers across the country. In the case, an employee was leaving her job when she was involved in a car accident. More specifically, the majority of her vehicle had left the employer's garage when she was hit by an oncoming vehicle. The employee's car was struck as she attempted to merge from the garage onto the city roadway. The employee was injured and filed a claim for workers' compensation. The employer denied the workers' compensation ...

Nebraska upholds gun restriction against man convicted of misdemeanor Nebraska recognizes a person's right under the Second Amendment to bear arms. However, a person can lose that right if convicted of a violent crime. The state upholds the right to deny a permit to carry a concealed handgun for people who have previous violent convictions or for those who the state otherwise views as a danger to themselves or others. On January 17, the state's highest court recently revisited this issue and ultimately upheld the Nebraska State Patrol's decision to deny a man's right ...

Punishment is possible even if you refuse a DUI breath test in Virginia Under the law in Virginia, drivers are already "deemed" to have given consent to have their breath or blood tested for the presence of alcohol should they ever be arrested for driving under the influence (DUI). Otherwise known as Virginia's implied consent statute, this particular law not only creates presumed consent based merely upon the operation of a motor vehicle upon a Commonwealth highway but it also establishes the grounds for punishing drivers who refuse chemical testing following ...

Hospital errors and the impact on patient health Many medical facilities have certain procedures in place that are designed to limit the number of mistakes that could happen when treating patients. Some do a much better job than others, and patients often want to know where they should go to avoid being subjected to potential errors. Some medical facilities have a very poor record when it comes to providing care to their patients. Preventable errors lead to health complications, potentially leading to medical malpractice claims against these facilities and the medical ...

Be careful about working together with spouse on your divorce In some situations, people going through a divorce decide that they can work with their spouse to address all of the tough issues that arise. They attempt to put aside their emotions, only to realize that they are soon bogged down into the same feelings that they had leading up to the divorce. If they are not careful, they will find themselves unable to make progress, or worse, stuck in a situation that they cannot resolve. One of the biggest mistakes that many divorcing couples make is that they want to ...

Thousands of criminal cases compromised in Florida? Many criminal cases often turn on important, tangible evidence. For example, many drug investigations depend on the evaluation of materials found at the scene of the investigation or purported crime. In many cases, a criminal lab must assess and inspect evidence in an effort to confirm or dispute whether the materials are, in fact, criminal in nature. Recently, a Florida crime lab employee resigned just as local authorities discovered a lab was missing crucial drug evidence. The employee submitted a letter of resignation ...

Missouri considering changes to whistleblowing laws Every day, workers report to their occupations to perform their daily job activities. These employees know that their employers expect them to complete tasks in a timely and cost-efficient manner. For most companies and their employees, this is the usual routine. As long as the employer is not subjecting their employees to unnecessary safety risks or asking them to break laws, there will generally not be any major problems. However, when employers break laws, employees may feel obligated to report this wrongdoing ...

SpartanNash Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer David M. Staples has been recognized for showing dedication, leadership and excellence in mergers and acquisitions. Mr. Staples has nearly three decades of experience in business finance and mergers, with 14 years as executive vice president and chief financial officer of SpartanNash. His expertise lies in the areas of finance, mergers and acquisitions. SpartanNash is a grocery food retailer and distributor; it is the largest food distributer in revenue serving military commissaries in the United States. ...

Dingo Software, a company focused on Asset Wellness, is pleased to announce that Grant PUD has recently purchased a one-year software license renewal for Trakka, Dingo's cloud-based predictive analytical and workflow maintenance management software tool. Along with the extension, Grant PUD has also elected to purchase Dingo's expert Condition Intelligence analysis services related to the use of Trakka. This new agreement is comprised of the Core Trakka Data Analysis and Rules-Based Condition Intelligence Module Software License Renewal, and will now also include Dingo's ...

Tanya Halcrow, the Director and Co-Founder of the Shared Plate, has been recognized by Worldwide Branding for showing dedication, leadership and excellence in restauranting. In her current role for a year, Ms. Halcrow's duties are managing company operations and providing food education regarding international cuisine and planning events. With her expertise in international cuisine, Ms. Halcrow launched Shared Plate in 2013 with a colleague; Susan Morton. In five years, they aim for the continued growth of the brand and concept. She attributes her success to her passion ...

Johannes N. Combrinck, Design Manager for Material Handling of AMEC, was recently named a VIP member of Worldwide Branding. This special distinction honors individuals who have shown exceptional commitment to achieving personal and professional success. Mr. Combrinck has 41 years of professional experience, with six years as a design manager of material handling for AMEC. On a daily basis, he is responsible for overseeing 24 designers who are engineering and designing material handling systems for mining facilities. AMEC is an engineering and project management consultancy ...