By day, insects provide the white noise of the South, but the night belongs to the amphibians. In a typical year, the Southern air hangs heavy from the humidity and the sounds of wildlife. The Southeast, home to more than 140 species of frogs, toads and salamanders, is the center of amphibian biodiversity in our nation. If the ponds and swamps are the auditorium for their symphonic choruses, the scientists of the U.S. Geological Survey's Amphibian Research and Monitoring Initiative, or ARMI, have front-row seats. Amphibians, which rely on water for part or all ...

NEW YORK, May 18, 2013. Chronic trauma can inflict lasting damage to brain regions associated with fear and anxiety. Previous imaging studies of people with post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, have shown that these brain regions can over-or under-react in response to stressful tasks, such as recalling a traumatic event or reacting to a photo of a threatening face. Now, researchers at NYU School of Medicine have explored for the first time what happens in the brains of combat veterans with PTSD in the absence of external triggers. Their results, published in Neuroscience ...

Study reports daydreaming main cause of distracted driving Article provided by Stoops & LaCourse PLLC Visit us at http://www.stoopslacourse.com Car accidents are traumatizing experiences, especially those that involve young victims. Unfortunately, distracted driving is most prevalent among young drivers. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Association website on distracted driving, approximately 16 percent of distracted driving related crashes involve drivers under age 20. Additionally, around 11 percent of drivers under age 20 involved in fatal ...

The truth about bankruptcy in Mississippi Article provided by James W. Amos Visit us at http://www.amoslawfirm.com Financial struggles have plagued many people throughout the country in recent years. Some thought purchasing a home would lead to financial security, only to find themselves upside down owing more for their home than it's currently worth. Others who invested in their education find themselves struggling to pay off loans for degrees that may or may not lead to employment in this difficult job market. Regardless of the reason behind financial struggles, ...

Tips lead Denver police to a hit-and-run suspect Article provided by VanMeveren Law Group P.C. Visit us at http://www.vanmeverenlaw.com A car accident is a traumatizing experience. The situation becomes more complicated when the driver who caused the accident disappears. However, sometimes police tips result in an arrest of a hit-and-run suspect, which is what occurred in a recent incident. Suspect has a history of alcohol related driving arrests According to ABC 7 news in Denver, CO, a 30 year-old man was recently arrested for leaving the scene of a fatal ...

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month Article provided by VanMeveren Law Group P.C. Visit us at http://www.vanmeverenlaw.com Colorado residents may be aware that April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month. However, most residents probably do not know that this campaign began in Colorado and was prompted by the death of a nine year-old girl who was killed by a distracted driver in 2008. Cell phones are one of the key causes of distracted driving The National Safety Council states that approximately 24 percent of accidents in 2010 involved ...

Vehicle searches in New York: What are your rights? Article provided by DeRoberts Law Firm Visit us at http://www.derobertslawfirm.com Seeing the flashing lights of a police car behind you can may make your heart race and your palms sweat. Drivers sometimes feel powerless when they get pulled over because they are not aware of their rights and fear for the worst. Motorists may be particularly concerned about whether police have a right to search their vehicle subsequent to being stopped for a traffic violation. Two New Yorkers arrested following a vehicle search A ...

Be wary of social media during divorce Article provided by Allen E. Schwartz Visit us at http://www.aeslaw.net With the advent of the internet, email and social media, communication has become instantaneous. In the past, it took time to write a letter and then address an envelope or find another way to send the message. In a divorce when relations are already strained a Facebook post or tweet written in anger can come back during a motion hearing or trial. In addition, social media may not only be dangerous during a divorce, it can also affect your marriage. ...

An overview of child custody in Illinois Article provided by Scott B. Meyer, Attorney at Law Visit us at http://www.scottbmeyerlaw.com Going through a divorce can be emotionally challenging, especially if there are children involved. It can help if spouses are able to work together to some degree and negotiate some of the key matters in their divorce outside of court. In many cases, if divorcing parents can agree on a child custody and visitation arrangement themselves, a judge will uphold their agreement. However, if the parents cannot reach an agreement, a judge ...

Oklahoma dentist suspected of putting 7,000 patients at risk of HIV Article provided by Gregg W. Luther Visit us at http://www.greggwluther.com There has been quite the public health scare in the last few months in Oklahoma. According to a report by the Associated Press, the Oklahoma Board of Dentistry has filed a 17-count complaint against a Tulsa oral surgeon who is accused of putting approximately 7,000 patients at risk of contracting hepatitis B, hepatitis C and HIV. The issue first came to light when a patient of the oral surgeon tested positive for hepatitis ...

Healthcare negligence may warrant medical malpractice lawsuit Article provided by Gregg W. Luther Visit us at http://www.greggwluther.com When most people go to the doctor, be it for a routine examination or for major surgery, they trust that they will be in good hands. While this trust is usually well-founded, mistakes do happen. In fact, medical errors occur much more often than most people might realize. According to a report cited in the Wall Street Journal, surgeons in the United States operate on the incorrect body part as many as 40 times per week. All ...

Asbestos Claims And Lawsuits Face A Difficult Road Article provided by Elk & Elk Co., Ltd. Visit us at http://www.elkandelkakron.com An Ohio couple has filed a lawsuit in West Virginia's Kanawha Circuit Court against 70 defendants. They claim that these defendants are responsible for the husband's diagnosis of asbestosis in June of 2011. The man was employed as a laborer and maintenance worker from 1954 until 1997. The claim argues that he was exposed to asbestos and asbestos-containing products in the workplace. The lawsuit is based on allegations of negligence, ...

Child custody and visitation issues for military parents in Texas Article provided by Law Offices of Disrud and Garcia Visit us at http://www.disrudgarcialaw.com Child custody can be among the most complicated aspects of any divorce or breakup, and for military parents the issues involved can be even more complex. When members of the military divorce in Texas, one of the biggest questions they may have is how their child custody and visitation rights will be affected by deployment. Child custody during deployment When a custodial parent is deployed, Texas ...

Getting started on a divorce in Arizona Article provided by Clark Family Law PC Visit us at http://www.clarkfamilylawpc.com Arizona spouses who decide divorce is inevitable will need to take steps to begin the legal process. Many documents are required in all divorces In Maricopa County the spouse who initiates a divorce--the petitioner--must file these documents with the clerk of court at the courthouse: -Summons -Petition for Dissolution of Marriage (Divorce) With or Without Children -Notice Regarding Creditors -Notice of Right to Convert Health ...

New legislation in Minnesota increases synthetic drug penalties Article provided by Bass Law Firm, PLLC Visit us at http://www.thebasslawfirm.com Most people associate drug charges with drugs such as marijuana, cocaine or heroin. However, according to a Pioneer Press report, synthetic drug use remains widespread throughout the state. Synthetic drugs are man-made substances created to mimic drugs such as marijuana. They are typically found in shops under names such as bath salts or herbal incense. Harmful effects of synthetic drugs are still largely unknown According ...

Grounds for divorce in Tennessee Article provided by Runyon & Runyon Visit us at http://www.runyonandrunyon.com Many are following the divorce drama that encompasses reality TV star, Kim Kardashian, and her estranged husband, NBA player Kris Humphries. After a 72-day marriage, Kardashian filed for a divorce. Humphries, however, is seeking an annulment claiming that the marriage was a fraud. According to ABC News, Humphries is accusing Kardashian of only marrying him for publicity and for her reality show. Kardashian, who is pregnant with famous rapper Kanye ...

Foreclosure numbers decrease in Massachusetts Article provided by Victor A. Denaro Visit us at http://www.victoradenaroassociates.com Unfortunately, many families in Massachusetts and throughout the United States have had to face the possibility of losing their homes to foreclosure. However, according to a report in the MetroWest Daily News, the amount of foreclosure petitions filed has been on a steady decline in recent months. Data released by The Warren Group, a company that provides real estate financial information for the New England area, noted that the ...

Supreme Court considers deportation for drug crimes conviction Article provided by Murphy & Price, LLP Visit us at http://www.jdmurphylaw.com Being charged with a crime can be a nerve-wracking time for someone who has never been facing jail time. These individuals may not know what to do in these situations, and could try to bargain with the prosecution in an effort to get a reduced sentence. Certain offenses, especially drug crimes, are considered to be non-violent, meaning that the prosecution may not seek extensive jail or prison time for those convicted. ...

Domestic violence and New York law Article provided by Law Office of Virginia Geiss Visit us at http://www.geisslaw.com Domestic violence is a concern for victims, offenders and society. Often times, many individuals do not even realize that they are victims of domestic violence or that they are inflicting domestic violence on others. Understanding domestic violence, the present laws and what to do may prove to be imperative. Recent changes to New York domestic violence laws New York is working to change the all-too-common problem of domestic violence within ...

Longtime Juneau, Alaska resident Marcy L. Peska released her debut novel Magic All Around, on Mother's Day on Amazon Kindle's digital publishing platform KDP (Kindle Direct Publishing). Marcy set Magic All Around in Juneau because, "There's nowhere more enchanting than Southeast Alaska. The land, the ocean, the climate, the wildlife; this region is magic." Magic All Around is contemporary fantasy written for adults. Dog-lovers will delight in the canine antics that shape this story and genre readers will relish a fresh voice in the field. Marcy's loving portrayal ...

The Lucentra Corporation is well into the restructuring and revitalization of its market segments. As a consulting firm that specializes in the expansion and development of businesses, Lucentra uses these market segments to inform clients on the markets they may consider expanding into. Lucentra has already focused on its agricultural products and aircraft and air parts service areas; this week Lucentra moves into apparel and textiles. Market trends are constantly changing. Lucentra's apparel and textile service area is meant to keep clients informed as these changes ...

Birch Equipment has been honored as an Arthritis Foundation Community Partner for 20 years of involvement as a Jingle Bell Run sponsor, participating in the annual run with a Birch Equipment Team and being part of the foundation's golf tournament. Birch's long-term involvement with the foundation started in support of multiple employees and their families affected by arthritis. The company's participation has generated $30,000 in contributions with a third of that raised through the company Jingle Bell Run Team in the last six years. Birch's team has most recently been ...

Athletic Scholarship Corporation (ASC) welcomes Blanton Simmons, an alumnus of Marquette University and former star of their nationally prominent basketball program, to their management ranks. Once known as a Marquette Warrior he helped lift his team to a NCAA tournament berth and a twenty-three and six record. In his adult career Blanton has mentored numerous NCAA D1 basketball players. "His first-hand knowledge of the recruiting process as a blue chip high school player with over seventy-five offers will prove to be an asset to our management team." said AJ ...

For 10 to 12 days beginning June 11, Cassie Schumacher will ride solo in the Race Across America to raise awareness and support of veterans' issues through the non-profit organization, Pedal For Heroes USA. She will embark on an extraordinary journey that will test the utmost limits of her physical endurance, mental resilience and commitment. As a competitor in the 2013 Race Across America (RAAM), Schumacher will race her bicycle, pedaling on her own power across the length of the entire American continent, 3,000 miles from Pacific to Atlantic, stopping to sleep only ...

Light Iron, a leading postproduction house based in Los Angeles, has expanded its use of Christie Solaria Series digital cinema projectors offering rich, saturated color, high brightness and sharp, 4K resolution to its ever growing clientele. "We've used other manufacturer's 4K projectors when 4K projectors first hit the streets, but the fact of the matter is it's more important to be the best at something than the first. And the best 4K solution is exactly what Christie brings to the market. With its reliable and proven name, it was an easy decision to make Christie ...