An individual injured or killed at a party due to the negligence of a host may be entitled to compensation, even if a third party other than the host had a hand in the injuries. The Connecticut Appellate Court discussed this principle in the case of Perez v. Cumba, where a teenage birthday party led to a tragic death. A teenage birthday ends with a stabbing The victim was attending a birthday party in East Hartford for a 15-year-old girl hosted by the girl's mother at her home. Although the mother had told the daughter she could invite five to 10 friends, approximately ...

Details surrounding last year's North Carolina State Fair Disaster are unfolding in recent weeks. According to the Charlotte Observer, a Georgia-based business believed to be the owner of a ride that malfunctioned and seriously injured three people at the State Fair, now claims that they do not own, and are not responsible for the "Vortex." Reports indicate that the company's disavowal of the thrill ride is its attempt to shield itself from liability. Public documents were recently released by the North Carolina Department of Labor, which is in charge of conducting ...

Over the years, there have been numerous cases where unscrupulous parents, managers or employers have squandered the earnings of famous children. Most notably, musician LeAnn Rimes and actors Gary Coleman and Macaulay Culkin sued their parents for mismanaging their money. Hollywood's first well-known child star, Shirley Temple, died at the age of 85 just last month. She starred in more than 50 films, earning more than $3 million, by the time she retired at the age of 22. That amount of income was a huge fortune back in the 1930s but, unfortunately, her father squandered ...

A person accused of a sex offense faces both significant criminal penalties and devastating social stigma. In addition, under the California law known as the Sexually Violent Predator Act, a convicted sex offender may be involuntarily committed even at the end of a prison term, if the offender is diagnosed with a mental disorder which makes it likely further offenses might occur. The California Court of Appeal case of People v. Superior Court of Placer County shows the difficulties that a convicted defendant may face, even after the defendant has served his time and ...

Distracted driving can be deadly. Numerous studies have been performed by some of the most prestigious research institutions in the country stressing the dangers associated with any number of activities behind the wheel, everything from eating and drinking to texting and emailing. In addition, businesses like cellphone carriers (including AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint and Verizon, with their "Texting & Driving, It Can Wait" campaign) and government agencies (the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's "Distraction.Gov" site and the National ...

Winter is the favorite time of the year for many people who live and visit Utah. Utah is a very popular destination for skiers and snowboarders, with several different resorts areas located across the state. With residents and tourists filling the resorts during the winter months, and thus with so many people on the slopes, it is not uncommon for there to be accidents. Resorts can be extremely dangerous places. They will often be filled with skiers and snow boarders who may not have enough experience for the conditions, which can increase the risk of accident. Skiers ...

A murder accusation can change one's life forever. A murder conviction can be even more devastating. A Florida man recently entered a plea of "not guilty" after being charged with second-degree murder, according to WESH.com Orlando. Officials claim the man is guilty of murdering his wife, after they had an altercation regarding a possible divorce. The wife and their two children are missing, and police have announced that all three are presumed dead. The man has also been charged for the death of the two children. The report indicates that the allegedly ...

When many people in Tarrant County, Texas, think of medical negligence, they think of undiagnosed diseases, inappropriate treatment or horrific procedural errors that leave people grievously wounded. Although tragedies like this do often occur, a recent Texas medical malpractice case in which the plaintiff was healthy and did not sustain physical injuries highlights the fact that negligence and malpractice can take many forms. Victim wrongly diagnosed with cancer According to the Houston Chronicle, the plaintiff was told that she had stage IV breast cancer in 2009, ...

After a divorce is completed, child custody disputes may still arise, particularly when one parent seeks to relocate with the child. Such decisions are generally driven by the best interests of the child, but they may also be impacted by issues such as whether the parents agree to a true joint custody arrangement during the divorce. The recent case of Singletary v. Singletary provided the Arkansas Supreme Court with the opportunity to discuss these issues. A mother wishes to relocate for her new husband's job The couple had one child, a daughter, and they were ...

If you have recently been slapped with a speeding ticket in North Texas, you are not alone. Authorities in some North Texas jurisdictions are reporting an uptick in speeding citations, even as another heavy enforcement period gets underway. While heavy speeding enforcement is not expected to go anywhere in the near future, some local police agencies are also trying out a new online strategy to bolster their crusade against excessive speed. Double digit increase in percentage of speeding tickets issued in one North Texas town With final figures compiled for last year, ...

The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania has vacated a 2011 Commonwealth Court decision and reinstated the earlier decision of a trial court judge who determined that the Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) suffered by the manager of a Pennsylvania Liquor Store during a robbery is, in fact, a compensable work injury and not the result of a "normal working condition." As a result, Martin LLC client Greg Kochanowicz will receive retroactive pay and await a new decision from the Commonwealth Court. Kochanowicz, a manager of a Bucks County liquor store, had worked ...

As Anaheim Automation continues to expand their different product lines; they have begun to implement changes on their website as well. To accommodate a constantly growing product base Anaheim Automation is changing the way their products are displayed, with the ultimate goal of improving user experience. Having used fundamentally the same template for years now, Anaheim Automation's web team and engineering department are working together to determine new ways to fit a wide variety of products onto a site that has thus far been conducive to a slim and structured group ...

Thomas Helfrich, Global Head of Social Media for Bayer AG, has been recognized for showing dedication, leadership and excellence in strategic communications. Mr. Helfrich has always appreciated the interaction aspects of social media. He recently became the global head of social media for Bayer AG, where he applies his expertise in strategic communications and campaigning. As a global enterprise with core competencies in the fields of health care, agriculture and high-tech materials, Bayer AG sets trends in research-intensive areas. Its products and services are designed ...

Assem-Pak, Inc. / Aluseal LLC Director of Quality Systems Kevin D. Bailey has been recognized for showing dedication, leadership and excellence in the glass industry. Mr. Bailey boasts more than 30 years of experience in the molded glass field, which includes helping two glass manufacturers achieve and maintain ISO certification. He has traveled worldwide, negotiating numerous quality programs with major pharmaceutical and cosmetic companies, and working on the PDA Task Force committee on the latest revision of the PDA Lexicon TR-43 released in October 2013. A specialist ...

He was inspired to start the company after a trip to Spain in 2010, where he visited Barcelona, Mallorca and Ibiza with friends, where he witnessed people pouring lemonade, Sprite or soda into their beers. Realizing that it was such a great tasting, day drinking beverage, he approached his friend of 20 years Johnny Metheny, better known as "Johnny Love" in the San Francisco bar scene and spirits industry. After two and a half years of perfecting the beverage, the two launched "Palmia Beer," in September of 2013 in the Marina district of San Francisco. ...

To the pleasure and honor of the law firm, Diamond & Diamond, Personal Injury Lawyers of Toronto, Ontario, has won the 2014 Consumers' Choice Award for Best Personal Injury Firm in Toronto. Jeremy Diamond, Toronto lawyer and partner at the firm could not be more pleased with this recognition. It is a commendation of the law firm, but it also means a great deal to each attorney on staff as it shows that their individual efforts have not been lost on their clients. The Consumers' Choice Awards are no small honor. To be given one of these awards, businesses must go ...

Stephanie London Hadlock has had an exhilarating career as an international model. She has been able to see much of the world, and enjoy the company of some of fashion's up-and-coming stars. She has been featured in publications such as Maxim, Playboy, and Southern Vixens Magazine. "I feel extremely lucky to have enjoyed the career that I have," Stephanie London Hadlock says when asked about her illustrious career in modeling. "Few people get to enjoy the advantages that I have in life, and I feel extremely blessed. This has inspired me to put something ...

Colleagues and business associates regard Jeff Nourse with a degree of awe. He is an innovative thinker and a brilliant strategist, they say; moreover he is a passionate, creative and driven leader. A proven history of accomplishment backs up this lofty assessment. Jeff Nourse, a native of Toronto, Canada, is a near-legendary figure in the business world. In a more than thirty-year career, he is credited with building a successful automotive supply company and a chain of medical spas. But Jeff Nourse firmly believes that new times lead to new opportunities, and he ...

Dr. Christian Heesch has seen much over the course of his 20-year career in medicine. He currently holds board certifications in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology, and Nuclear Cardiac Imaging. He has been published several times and has conducted medical studies in his field. Further, Dr. Christian Heesch has several patents to his name both inside the medical field and outside of it. One of the key aspects that Dr. Christian Heesch credits for allowing him to have such a diverse career is his experience working internationally. Dr. Christian Heesch ...

Richard Counts is pleased to announce the formation of a consulting alliance firm between Greystone Group, GmbH and Redcliff Energy Advisors, LLC. As the Chief Executive Officer of Greystone Group, GmbH, Richard Counts felt that it was important to begin to align with other leading energy companies in international business endeavors. As a result, the alliance between the Greystone Group and Recliff Energy was formed. Richard Counts is excited about this alliance, as he feels that its formation will help to streamline the sales and trades of natural energy sources. According ...

The Health Ranger founded Natural News in 2003 as a consumer advocacy website. Natural News, in its ten years online, has published thousands of articles on various health issues, including investigations into new technologies used in both agriculture and medicine. Natural News has received wide acclaim for its expert reporting, and has become the leader online for articles on health and natural products. Natural News, as well as the Health Ranger, have also been involved in various political campaigns. Natural News has allied itself with the Canary Party. It was also instrumental ...

The thought of getting serious dental treatment may cause you to feel a little nervous. In all honesty, certain procedures such as dental implants, extractions and root canal therapy can't be done without proper preparation. These procedures are some of the most popular dental services in the field besides general preventative care: cleaning, exam and fillings. For the most comfortable and precise dentistry, Drs. Tar and Crutchfield have installed a panoramic X-ray. "Our office implements only the technology that will benefit our patients. With precise diagnosis ...

What stressors are you dealing with this year? Are you worried about your taxes? Is the Valentine's Day budget still causing you problems? Is 2014 bringing in piles of work? Everyone deals with different stressors in different ways. For the most part, people eat, vent or sweat out their stress; however, some people leave it building, until it causes health issues. Recently, have you noticed that your jaw and teeth are a little sore? Does it feel like you have been grinding your teeth all night? Well, that's probably because you have. Teeth grinding is a common response ...

Are you tight lipped regarding your dental problems? It's not surprising. Many people have a hard time revealing their smiles when there is a crack, chip or uneven tooth. It tends to throw off the entire esthetic of your smile. In Columbus, cosmetic dentistry treatments have become much more appealing to patients because the procedures boost the shade and look of teeth, creating a more youthful grin. Whitening can change the color of teeth, but veneers can create a new shade and uniform appearance. To ensure proper placement of veneers, Dr. Goff and his team stress ...

The exterior windows and doors dealer, Custom Exteriors, offers advice on what type of door material you should choose for your home. Though multiple options exist, wood, fiberglass and steel are by far the most popular. Each of these types has its own distinct advantages and disadvantages, but some will work better than others depending on your needs. What Material Is Right for You? If you are shopping for a custom exterior door, you should aim to select a material that will be both durable and energy-efficient, yet still aesthetically pleasing. After all, a stunning ...