As a green builder involved with the development of multi-family properties, Marco Bitran believes that today's projects must involve a high degree of eco-conscious construction and resources. While Bitran works to employ eco-friendly solutions into his projects--such as tankless water heaters and cellulosic foam insulation--he notes that there are many things that residents and communities can do to "go green" post-construction. For instance, Bitran is a strong proponent of composting, noting that it is an exceptional way for today's citizens to reduce waste ...

Alexander Salahshour, who is a chef and caterer, is issuing a statement to the press about a new way to learn how to cook. With the rise of tablets and smartphones, it is easier than ever to begin to learn the basics of cooking. A new article explains how a startup based in San Francisco called Feast is helping to make cooking lessons more accessible. David Spinks, the co-founder and CEO of Feast, explains that he wanted to take popular online education methods in order to develop a platform specifically for cooking lessons. The tool centers around a community where ...

A first-time look into ECG technologies shows gaps in vendor solutions around bidirectional interoperability. According to a new KLAS report entitled ECG 2013: Interfacing Is the Heart of the Matter, providers are expressing concerns around bidirectional communication between their resting-ECG carts and their data-management solutions. The report points out that some customers of GE MUSE, the market leader in ECG data management, are considering other options based on price, value and technology-leadership concerns. Epiphany customers give positive marks on bidirectional ...

Are you looking to add a little glamour to your home while preserving the contemporary feel of your interior design? Are you looking for that eye catching touch, to finish a room in a more traditional home, with a bit of pazazz? Available from Simple Flooring in black and grey, glitter carpet is a great addition to a home looking for that extra something. If you'd like to add it a little sparkle to your home, have you considered a black glitter carpet? Perfect for the areas with high traffic such as kitchens and children's bedrooms, our glitter carpets are not only great ...

Los Angeles cosmetic dentist, Dr. Poneh Ghasri, offers porcelain veneers at Mid-Wilshire Dental Care. Dental veneers can quickly and efficiently enhance a smile that has been damaged by stains, chips, gaps or other aesthetic flaws. They can often be placed in as few as three dental appointments and can last up to 20 years. Candidates for dental veneers generally enjoy good dental health and are interested in a smile solution that can address many aesthetic issues at once. Veneers are strong, long-lasting and stain resistant, and they can be customized to fit the unique ...

A broken windshield can put a serious damper on a driver's day. Because driving with a broken windshield is hazardous and illegal, mobile auto glass repair and replacement services are critically important in getting drivers back on the road. Los Angeles mobile auto glass replacement and repair company, Mobile Auto Glass Inc., is offering mobile windshield and rear window replacement. All auto glass is specially made to fit in a vehicle. Known as safety glass, it is designed to be stronger and more resilient to damage than other types of glass, and it is especially ...

Dr. Shoreh Ershadi, CEO of the Anti-Aging Institute of California, has been selected for inclusion in the 2013 Edition of the Latin American Who's Who. The Anti-Aging Institute of California, Inc. is a global leader in the field of natural supplements and promotes high-quality health products designed to improve cardiovascular health and reduce the health risks often associated with aging, including DON'T PAUSE, which has been specifically designed to provide natural menopause relief. Dr. Ershadi developed this special combination of ingredients to provide women with ...

Driver fatigue a common cause of auto accidents For many commuters, it is not uncommon to yawn while headed to work on Monday mornings. While some may see this sort of sleepiness as normal, new data indicates that fatigued driving is a serious safety concern. According to a recent study by the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, driver fatigue is responsible for approximately 20 percent of all car accidents in the U.S. The study indicates that fatigue is a much more serious problem among drivers than once believed. The Virginia Tech study is unique because researchers ...

Hit By A Drunk Driver In TexaS? You Have Legal Options In 2011, alcohol-related accidents in Texas claimed more than 1,000 lives. According to the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT), more than 400 people in other vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists and passengers in the impaired driver's car were killed in a drunk driving accident. In other words, drunk drivers are seriously injuring or fatally injuring many others besides themselves when they choose to drink and drive. The tragedy of an alcohol-related crash cannot be overstated. It is the result of one or several ...

Custody modifications give some New York parents the summertime blues Summer break for children means soaking up the rays, getting a break from the rigors of school and having lots of fun. For countless families around the country, it also means taking a vacation to spend quality time together and make memories that will last a lifetime. Such vacations become more complicated when parents are divorced. Breaking down the issues involved When one parent, regardless of whether he or she has sole physical custody, joint physical custody or only visitation rights, wants ...

Gun possession debates and possible changes coming for Illinois As a community in Connecticut debates what to do with the Sandy Hook elementary school, the national debate in Washington D.C. over reforming gun laws has stalled. Discussion had focused on broader background checks and some limits on what gun owners may possess. The new discussions underscore the serious nature of a gun charge for illegal possession. In Illinois, the debate had raged around conceal and carry and what requirements must be in place before an individual may obtain a permit. Late last year, ...

Will the U.S. lower permitted blood alcohol content levels for drivers? The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is recommending that Maryland -- and all other states in the nation -- lower its legal blood alcohol content (BAC) limit from .08 to .05 in an effort to reduce drunk driving accidents. This proposal would bring a drastic change for many drivers. While every person reacts differently to alcohol, if you weigh 140 pounds, two drinks can put you over the recommended limit. For those who weigh less, a.05 BAC can equate to the consumption of just one alcoholic ...

Missouri child relocation laws: You can't just pick up and move The economic downturn of recent years has led to thousands of layoffs, resulting in countless moves by those unfortunate Missouri workers desperately searching for employment. And, while these types of relocations are often tricky enough, they can become a whole lot more complicated if the person moving is also attempting to relocate with his or her child - in particular, when this parent shares custody or visitation with the child's other parent. In circumstances such as these, Missouri parents need to ...

Federal laws ensure workers are paid for every last minute of overtime Most New York workers are generally familiar with the federal overtime law that expressly dictates that hourly employees must be paid at least one and one-half times their regular hourly rate for all time worked beyond 40 hours in any given workweek. However, while the rule may appear simple enough on the surface, it can often be difficult to enforce in a daily work environment - for instance, if an employer regularly cuts his employees' lunch breaks a mere few minutes every day. Sadly, in circumstances ...

The means test in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy Contrary to what some might think, everyone is not entitled to file for bankruptcy protection. There are a number of factors that have to be considered before such a determination can be made. The means test is often used to help individuals figure out their bankruptcy eligibility, and it can also be used to help that person determine whether a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 should be filed. Eligibility for Chapter 7 protection Under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code, in order for a person to be eligible for Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection, ...

DUI case brings increased attention to police procedures The United States Supreme Court routinely hears cases that concern the power that police have when they are investigating crimes. In many of these matters, an individual will contend that the police have violated his or her constitutional rights. It is up to the court to decide whether or not the behavior of the officer was permissible. The Court recently announced a decision concerning a DUI stop in Missouri. The ruling is expected to lead to major changes for police departments across the country concerning ...

Robot enthusiasm questioned amid rise in robotic surgery malfunctions Technological advances and 21-century digital devices have done wonders for society. However, their utilization often turns out to be a double-edge sword. They are seen as lifesaving products yet they are deadly when they malfunction. For cellphones that malfunction, users may simply just face the small and short inconvenience of being out of touch with family and friends. However, for products that are used in life or death situations, a malfunction is much more than a small inconvenience. One ...

Texas dog bite fatality rate the highest in the nation A shocking dog bite case recently made national news and has reignited public debate about the subject of animal attacks. The frightening attack took place in Grimes, Iowa, and resulted in a woman having her nose bitten off by an out-of-control dog. The incident only ended after Caren Henry's husband, Laine, began fighting the dog, actually biting it on the nose in order to get it to let go of his wife. The victim faces a myriad of painful cosmetic surgery that will harvest cartilage from other parts of her body ...

Mental health aid proposed for Sandy Hook workers The shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary School have sparked debate in the Connecticut legislature over a bill to provide workers' compensation benefits to workers who suffer from mental illness due to workplace trauma. The proposed legislation would amend the state's workers' compensation laws to create a fund for workers exposed to the death or maiming of another person in the workplace. The legislative measure focuses on the shootings in Newtown, Connecticut, and would compensate police, firefighters, teachers and other ...

Workers' compensation, SSD may be an option for chronic pain sufferers Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome (RSDS), Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), shoulder-hand syndrome, causalgia and Sudeck's atrophy, are all terms used to describe the same painful and debilitating illness known as chronic pain syndrome. Because of the severity of pain and disability associated with chronic pain syndrome, workers' compensation benefits, Social Security disability benefits or both, may be available to provide financial support to individuals who are unable to work because of ...

Drunk driving a danger for North Carolina drivers Public safety officials have identified driving while intoxicated as a serious threat to those on the road. They have undertaken national public awareness campaigns educating the public about the dangers of drinking and driving, as well as cooperating with state and local law enforcement organizations to increase enforcement of driving while intoxicated laws during times of the year when drinking and driving seems to be more prevalent, such as the winter holiday season and the beginning of summer. Despite all of the efforts ...

Annual events raise awareness about traumatic brain injuries in Connecticut With the arrival of spring, the Brain Injury Alliance of Connecticut (BIAC) - a non-profit organization advocating education about the effects of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and dedicated to helping those who are suffering - gears up for annual public events. The BIAC uses events like their "Tour of Lights Bike-A-Thon" and annual golf tournament as platforms to both raise money and awareness about the myriad ways that a TBI will touch a victim's life. The BIAC also functions as ...

Affordable Care Act expands whistleblower protections for employees For many years, the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) -- a division of the U.S. Department of Labor -- has provided protections to employees by establishing programs, policies and procedures aimed at creating safe and healthy working conditions for all U.S. workers. OSHA regulations also address whistleblower protections. If a worker files a complaint -- blows the whistle -- or brings to light a safety issue or health code violation, his or her employer is prohibited from retaliating ...

The temperatures are beginning to rise in Florida along with the humidity. Did your Orlando air conditioning system struggle through last summer? Are your energy bills higher than they should be? Now is a great time to call Gembecki Mechanical Services. They are currently offering $300 off on a 16-SEER Two-Speed Amana System. What is a SEER rating? The SEER rating is similar to the miles per gallon rating on a car. SEER stands for the Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio. The efficiency of a matched unit HVAC system is measured and rated. A matched unit would include the ...

Fisher-Price has long been known for creating quality baby products at reasonable prices. They are now linking up with one of the best sources for trusted, name-brand diapers and training pants. Stork Nest carries the premium diaper brands and potty training products you love at prices that you can actually afford! Since 1930, Fisher-Price has offered quality products at a great value. Their disposable diapers maintain that same uncompromising standard. Fisher-Price diapers are always ultra-soft, hypoallergenic and fragrance-free to keep your baby's sensitive skin safe. ...