Exempt property in a Texas bankruptcy Article provided by Lee Norton Bain, Attorney at Law Visit us at http://www.leebainlaw.com/ Many people believe that if they file for bankruptcy protection, they will be required to give up all of their possessions; however, that is generally not the case. Bankruptcy protection is designed to assist those with financial issues and give them a new beginning without having to stress over insurmountable debt. Accordingly, individuals who have been contemplating filing for bankruptcy protection should continue to do so, keeping ...

Married to single: Tips for a smooth transition after divorce in Texas Article provided by Hortick & White, PLLC Visit us at http://www.jsw-law.com/ Divorce is a difficult process. With nearly 50 percent of married couples ending their relationship in divorce, many couples find themselves navigating through this complicated emotional and financial separation. Legal and financial experts have noticed some common mistakes made by divorcing couples. Being aware of these common missteps can help you avoid making them yourself and increase your odds of a smooth ...

When can a Pennsylvania parent seek to modify a custody order? Article provided by Law Offices of Maribeth Blessing LLC Visit us at http://www.mbfamilylaw.com As children grow up their needs often change. A child custody arrangement that worked for a toddler may need adjustment as the child starts attending school. One of the parents may have an employment opportunity and seek to relocate, which would require a different custody schedule. Parents who agree on child custody changes can often do so informally. However, absent temporary minor alterations to an existing ...

Government Crackdown on Health Care Fraud Yields Record Recoveries Article provided by Nathans & Biddle, LLP Visit us at http://www.nathanslaw.com The rising cost of health care has caused everyone to look at their spending, including the U.S. Government. Eliminating health care fraud has become a top priority. To accomplish this government agencies and law enforcement have been pouring their resources into identifying and prosecuting medical and dental professionals, suppliers, agencies, hospitals and pharmaceutical companies who have defrauded the government. Last ...

Brain injury concerns in the workplace Article provided by The Law Offices of Gary M. Kazin Visit us at http://www.kazinlaw.com While on the job, especially in a dangerous profession, workers have to tackle their occupations with caution. Even the most cautious worker, however, can be subjected to an injury. One of the most troubling injuries that could occur on the job is a brain injury. The dangers of a brain injury Every brain injury is different and it is extremely difficult for professionals to generalize as to what the outcome of a specific brain injury ...

Michigan woman imprisoned for income tax evasion Article provided by Law Offices of Angelique M. Neal, PLC Visit us at http://www.nealtaxlaw.com According to a press release posted March 26, 2013 on the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Western District of Michigan's website, a Michigan woman was sentenced to one year in prison for tax evasion and ordered to pay nearly $1,000,000 in restitution. The woman, who owns and operates five movie theaters in Michigan, had earlier plead guilty to felony income tax evasion relating to corporate and personal income taxes. ...

How substance addiction is factored into the SSDI disability equation Article provided by Law Offices of Judith S. Leland, APLC Visit us at http://www.disabilitylawfirm.com The Social Security Administration recently clarified its policy on the impact of "drug addiction and alcoholism," or DAA, when the agency analyzes whether an applicant for Social Security Disability Insurance (or Supplemental Security Income) is disabled from working and qualifies for benefits. In March 2013, the new Social Security Ruling, or SSR, took effect, detailing how SSA ...

Negative effects of divorce on children may be overstated Article provided by Law Offices of Dischell, Bartle & Dooley, PC Visit us at http://www.dischellbartle.com At any given time, thousands of children across the U.S. are going through the confusing and often painful process of watching their parents go through a divorce. While various studies claim that children whose parents have divorced may be more inclined to smoke, drop out of school or get divorced themselves, more studies show that relatively low numbers of children suffer serious, long-term ill ...

One approach to immigration reform, and who can immigrate Article provided by Eric M. Bernal & Associates, LLC Visit us at http://www.ericmbernallaw.com Recently, Senator Marco Rubio's plan to reform immigration in the United States made headlines after an outline of it was published in The Wall Street Journal. Senator Rubio's plan came after President Obama stated in his State of the Union Address that there needed to be nation-wide immigration reform and called on Congress to act. Senator Rubio proposed that the U.S. should expand the number of visas given ...

A number of recent federal employment law cases pertain to Colorado Article provided by Bryan E. Kuhn, Counselor at Law, P.C. Visit us at http://www.bryankuhnlaw.com Employment law is critical for both workers and employers. If you're an employee, you need to know your legal rights, and want to be treated with the fairness you deserve in workplace decisions. If you're an employer, it's important to stay in full compliance with the law, and defeat any potentially costly lawsuits that do not have merit. Employment law is constantly evolving, and the past several ...

Federal employment law case out of Colorado good for employees Article provided by Bryan E. Kuhn, Counselor at Law, P.C. Visit us at http://www.bryankuhnlaw.com Doing the right thing is not always easy. Yet, it should never cost you your job. There are many employment laws that protect you from wrongful termination and other unfair treatment at the workplace. For example, you may not be discriminated against because of your race, age or gender. You also may not be retaliated against for reporting wrongful discrimination and certain other illegal conduct. In ...

Chapter 7 debtors keep their exempt property Article provided by The Rollins Law Firm Visit us at http://www.therollinsfirm.com In life, there are a number of occurrences that can lead to financial downfall -- loss of a job, a medical emergency, even the inability to keep up with the rising cost of living. When faced with a financial crisis, many individuals begin to look for a way out. Filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection has proven to be a viable option for many who have faced this situation in Mississippi and throughout the United States. Approximately ...

Abuse in nursing homes and assisted living facilities is not uncommon Article provided by The Law Offices of Goldfine & Bowles Visit us at http://www.goldfineandbowles.com/ Choosing a place for an elderly loved one is one of the most daunting decisions one can make. There are many great nursing homes and assisted living facilities throughout the United States. However, there are also some accused of committing terrible acts of elder abuse and neglect. An example of abuse and neglect in an assisted living facility A recent story in The Seattle Times detailed ...

Facebook leader joins in push for immigration reform Article provided by Petty & Stewart, PLLC Visit us at http://www.roypetty.com Executives throughout the tech industry are encouraging legislative leaders to consider immigration reform. One of the latest proponents, Mark Zuckerberg of Facebook fame, recently announced a new organization composed of various entrepreneurial leaders throughout Silicon Valley who will push for changes to the current immigration system. The group is pushing for both immigration reform and increased science and math education ...

Special visas available for young immigrants Article provided by Petty & Stewart, PLLC Visit us at http://www.roypetty.com The rate of foreign children entering the United States alone is on the rise. One cause of this increase is likely the violent drug culture currently booming in Central America. Children are fleeing gangs and drug cartels and fear what would happen if they were returned to their home countries. Children are also entering the United States to live with loved ones already in the country. Regardless of the reason for coming to the U.S., ...

Police seek expansion of Connecticut workers' compensation benefits Article provided by Sousa & Stone, LLC Visit us at http://www.sousastonelaw.com New legislation is set to be considered by the Connecticut Senate that would expand the workers' compensation benefits available to first responders for mental illness they experience after responding to a traumatic event. In the wake of the tragic Newtown shootings, some are finding the state's current workers' compensation system is not fully equipped to handle these situations and the care that is often required ...

An overview of Connecticut workers' compensation benefits Article provided by Sousa & Stone, LLC Visit us at http://www.sousastonelaw.com In Connecticut, almost all employees are covered by the Connecticut Workers' Compensation Act, which provides benefits to workers injured on the job or who develop a work-related disease. This article provides an overview of the benefits possibly available to workers, but anyone who may have a claim should consider getting more information from an attorney with experience in workers' compensation claims. Who is eligible ...

Working together to raise a child after divorce Article provided by The Offices of Keane Law, LLC Visit us at http://www.jameskeanelaw.com Even under the best of circumstances, raising a child takes a lot of dedication and commitment from both parents. Once a couple has a child, parents can no longer make decisions that are simply in their own best individual interests. Instead, parents must be sure that the needs of their child are being addressed and that the child has everything he or she needs to succeed in life. When parents decide that they will file for ...

Understanding the consequences of marijuana use among Virginia students Article provided by Anderson & Mulrine, PLLC Visit us at http://www.loudounlawfirm.com A certain amount of experimentation is a normal and healthy part of teenage life. Most teens will end up changing hairstyles, music tastes and even their group of friends a number of times before they graduate from high school. This is only natural as teens work to figure out who they are and who they want to be. It is important to remember, though, that Virginia teens can get into serious trouble if ...

Tennessee marital property laws and who gets what Article provided by Parker and LaDuke Visit us at http://www.parkerandladuke.com Divorce in Tennessee today is much more complicated than it used to be. Often both spouses work, may own property, and have careers. There may be multiple retirement funds, investments, vehicles, bank accounts, inheritances, and luxury goods. This means that if a marriage comes apart, there can be a great deal of confusion over what exactly falls under the definition of marital property under Tennessee law and what each spouse should ...

Portland-based web series "The Digits" has recently joined forces with education icon PBS to offer educators a free teacher-tested math resource for their elementary school students. Created by Scotty Iseri, The Digits will be part of PBS LearningMedia beginning mid-April 2013 and will offer teachers ten appisodes (web episode that's also available as an app) of The Digits. "I have been watching PBS from before I can remember so you can imagine how proud I am that PBS has acknowledged the educational value of The Digits," said Iseri. "The Digits ...

The new Colorado Army National Guard Readiness Center serves as a home station for a National Guard unit, and can house one company of 140 soldiers. New readiness centers are being built in communities across Colorado to increase the value of the National Guard to the local community, and to better support them in times of need. The building is also an asset to the local economy, as it is expected to increase jobs and bring nearly $12 million of revenue to the state. The 35,553 square foot building construction was overseen by FCI of Grand Junction Colorado and includes ...

Come to the library for a free hour of blissful, classical music and more! PAUL STEIN, a violinist with the Los Angeles Philharmonic for the last 30 years, will bring an all-new program to the Crowell Public Library on Monday, June 10, from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Playing music by Bach, John Williams, Liszt and Henry Mancini, Paul Stein brings many sides of the violin to the San Marino Library. He has been a member of the Los Angeles Philharmonic for over 30 years, and has performed many family concerts with Chamber Music Express. The library concert is designed for families ...

Golden Shovel Agency, a leader in combining web technologies and design expertise to present communities in their best light, is proud to be a gold-level sponsor and participant at the Mid-America Economic Development Council (MAEDC) 2013 "Best Practices" conference May 15-17 in Sioux Falls, SD. Attending from Golden Shovel Agency are: Matt Marshall, Director of Sales; Victor Perez, Director of Communications; Joni Anderson, Client Account Manager; and Aaron Brossoit, VP of Business Development for Golden Shovel and member of the MAEDC board. Golden Shovel's ...

STX Golf, known for producing classically inspired putters with a modern style, announced today that their bold and edgy Pitch Black 1 and Pitch Black 2 Putters are now available in left handed models. According to STX Golf Marketing Manager Jason Dengler, "We're extremely happy to release these left handed models of the Pitch Black Series. There has been an international demand for them, particularly from Canada." The STX Pitch Black Series of Putters incorporate the company's newly engineered, electric yellow, premium F.E.E.L. Technology insert with a ...