What factors can compromise a criminal case? Article provided by Robert J. DeGroot Visit us at http://www.robertjdegrootlaw.com Many defense attorneys often wonder: what makes a criminal case strong? As they uncover the answer to this question with each practicing experience, professionals must also examine the different factors that can hurt a case. Did you know that 10 factors are common to most wrongful criminal convictions? A study, performed by American University in Washington, D.C., identifies the following factors as relevant or common to erroneous convictions: ...

When is a revocable trust right for you? Article provided by Cohen Law Services, LLC Visit us at http://www.cohenlawservices.com Trusts are an estate planning tool that can provide increased financial security, greater privacy protection and tax benefits. Mike Janko, a director with the National Association of Financial and Estate Planning (NAFEP) recently discussed the many benefits of a trust with CNN Money. In that conversation, he noted that the benefits of a trust are available for those with a net worth beginning at $100,000 and up. The estate planning ...

Estate plans: Not just for the rich and famous Article provided by Cohen Law Services, LLC Visit us at http://www.cohenlawservices.com Estate plans are tools that help ensure a person's assets are distributed according to his or her wishes. Although many people consider these financial tools important only for the rich and famous, an estate plan can offer benefits for everyone regardless of their net worth. What is an estate plan? Estate plans provide an action plan for how a person's estate and healthcare issues are handled in the event of a person's death ...

Four tips for using social media wisely during divorce Article provided by Lindsay, Lindsay & Parsons, Attorneys at Law Visit us at http://www.llptx.com/ In an increasingly connected world, social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter frequently play a major role in divorce cases. According to a survey by the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, more than four out of five U.S. divorce lawyers say they have seen an increase in the use of social networking evidence in divorce cases. To avoid sabotaging your own divorce with social media, keep the following ...

Workers' compensation claims in Arizona Article provided by Jerome, Gibson, Stewart, Stevenson, Engle & Runbeck, P.C. Visit us at http://www.jeromegibsonlaw.com Workers' compensation laws ensure that employees are not without protection when injured at work. Workers' compensation provides a way for employees to get paid for expenses they have incurred because of their work-related injury. "Medical only" and "time lost" claims Generally, there are two types of workers' compensation claims that can be made. The first kind is a "medical ...

Can a police drug dog legally sniff your house? Article provided by R. Todd Bennett, P.C. Visit us at http://www.rtoddbennettpc.com The Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution ensures that "[t]he right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated." The case law defining and carving out exceptions to that phrase is ever expanding. Though the Fourth Amendment implications of using drug detection dogs is largely settled, the U.S. Supreme Court could make sweeping ...

Left-behind items more common in surgery than expected Article provided by The Law Offices of Daniel A. Kalish Visit us at http://www.personalinjurylawnewyork.com/ Patients undergoing surgery rightfully expect that the surgeon will perform the procedure competently and without making obvious mistakes. However, according to research carried out by USA Today, surgeons leave surgical objects behind in patents more than a dozen times a day. According to existing government data, this type of surgical error happens about 3,000 times per year nationwide. However, since ...

Design defect in some Ford models may cause unintended acceleration Article provided by Morris, Downing & Sherred, LLP Visit us at http://www.njpersonalinjurylawlawyers.com A recent lawsuit against automaker Ford claims that a design defect in the braking system of some cars may cause sudden, unintended acceleration. The specific models named in the suit include the 2008-2010 Taurus sedan, 2007-2010 Edge crossover, 2004-2010 Explorer sports utility vehicle and 2006-2010 Lincoln MKZ sedan. The suit cites a 2011 report by the U.S. Department of Transportation ...

Divorcing Baby Boomers: Plan for retirement Article provided by Law Office of Douglas C. Smith Visit us at http://www.dcsmithpllc.com Over the past two decades, the number of people over 50 years of age who have gotten divorced has risen steadily. In fact, according to a study conducted by Bowling Green University, from 1990 to 2010, the number of so-called Baby Boomers who got divorced doubled. In 2009, one out of every four divorces in the United States involved individuals at or above 50 years of age -- in total, more than 600,000 people over the age of 50 ...

Truck under-rides less effective in certain types of trucking accidents Article provided by Hoffman Legal Group, LLC Visit us at http://www.hoffmanlegalgroup.com/ When we travel on an interstate highway or other high-traffic road, we know that we need to pay close attention to all of the vehicles that are around us. Some drivers may be aggressive, and make a move that causes others to have to react quickly. If someone is not paying attention, an accident may be unavoidable. These motor vehicle accidents on such busy roadways often collect other drivers as well. ...

U.S. Supreme Court rules on reliability of drug-sniffing dogs Article provided by Law Office of Gerard S. Williams, P.A. Visit us at http://www.gerardwilliamslaw.com For years, law enforcement officers have relied on drug-sniffing dogs to alert them to the presence of illegal drugs. In a traffic stop, a drug-sniffing dog's alert can give police justification to search a suspect's vehicle without a warrant. Many have decried this practice, arguing that drug-sniffing dogs aren't reliable enough to give police legitimate grounds for a warrantless search. They reasoned ...

Appealing a commercial property tax assessment in Pennsylvania Article provided by Hoegen & Associates, PC Visit us at http://www.hoegenlaw.com/ With the commercial real estate market still feeling the effects of the Great Recession, many small business owners in Pennsylvania are choosing to appeal their property tax assessments in the hopes of lowering their tax burdens and improving profitability. In some cases, business owners are able to reduce their tax liability by thousands of dollars as a result of filing a successful appeal of a real estate assessment. Commercial ...

Cary Family Dental is proud to announce that Dr. Allan Acton has been named a Lifetime Qualified Member of the Crown Council, an association of independent dental practices focused on improving patient care, their office, and the world around them. All members of the Crown Council demonstrate a commitment to excellence, but Qualified Members go above and beyond to earn this respected yearly recognition. Lifetime Qualified Members are those who achieve 'Qualified Member' status for five years in a row. Membership in the Crown Council is by invitation only. Lifetime Qualified ...

CMT is hosting the Myanmar Transport & Logistics (MTL) Summit with the Ministry of Transport in Yangon on May 12-15, 2013, in light of the upcoming master plans and investments targeting at the nation's logistics, supply chain and transport infrastructure to cater to the economy's growth and sectorial needs. Other high-level representatives from international companies will front sessions on supply chain management including Managing Partner at EBI Consultancy, Mr Jan-Willem Adrian. He will talk about total logistics solutions, as well as insights on cost effective ...

Streamline Painting of Denver, is proud to be the painting contractor that completed the interior painting of Fro Yo Rox in Roxborough Park. The new, locally owned frozen yogurt store built by Hill Commercial Construction, combines unique architecture, creative lighting and fixtures, and bold, bright, contemporary paint colors. Fro Yo Rox, located in the King Soopers Shopping Center is certain to become a popular dessert destination. Local resident owners aim to make Fro Yo Rox the centerpiece eatery of the community, where families, teams and friends can gather to celebrate ...

Spearheaded by Program Director, Helen Gammons, the Henley Business School will officially launch it's new MBA in the Music Industry program in Hollywood at the Musexpo global music event, May 5-8, 2013. Helen Gammons, a 30 year music industry veteran, entrepreneur and educator, will address delegates during the conference/convention, and reveal how the MBA will prove to be a major game changer for the global music industry in the New Millennium. The program officially launched at MIDEM 2012 and courses began in September. "The program we offer is a core MBA ...

MediPurpose(tm), a manufacturer and master distributor of medical products, today announced a new logo for its babyLance(tm) safety heelstick. Along with a restyled baby's foot icon, the logo also features the brand's updated product description -- "safety heelstick" -- that reflects last month's U.S. FDA 510(k) clearance as a sharps prevention device. The logo was designed by R+M, a North Carolina branding agency. MediPurpose has been partnering with R+M for other branding projects, which include both babyLance and MediPlus(tm) Advanced Wound Care products. A ...

It's a fact. The fashion industry and it's experts can come off snobby, unrelatable and pompous. Which makes Los Angeles personal stylist, Rayne Hagstrom's, and co-author, Nicole Drake's release of their book, Ultimate Guide to Style From Drab to Fab, a breath of fresh air. This book will help women develop their fashion taste in regards to their job, age, occasion, and overall lifestyle in a fun and down-to-earth way. http://StyleByRayne.com/ultimate-guide-to-style/ As expected, the launch of Ultimate Guide to Style: From Drab to Fab! has officially put the "how ...

20th Anniversary Forum to Address Critical Social Issues of School Safety and Bullying Registration for the 2013 National Forum on Character Education begins April 3. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the conference, which provides information and strategies from global thought leaders for implementing character education programs in schools. Themes included in this year's Forum include school safety, civic engagement, character education and the Common Core, leadership, and community involvement. The conference takes place at the Renaissance Hotel in Washington ...

Nick and Beth Flerlage of RE/MAX Alliance Group have qualified for the 2012 RE/MAX Platinum Club Award. Only 4 percent of agents in the RE/MAX network achieved this prestigious award in 2012. The Flerlages are longtime associates in the Venice, Florida, office. Both graduates of the University of Maryland, Nick has an M.B.A. in Marketing and Beth has a B.S. in Business. "Nick and Beth have been integral members of our team and are more than deserving of this very prestigious award," said RE/MAX Alliance Group Broker and Co-Owner Peter Crowley. "We ...

CMT announced yesterday that, after careful review, Josh Umbehr, MD of AtlasMD is one of fourteen (14) Top Docs in concierge medicine, direct primary care and private medical practices in the United States. CMT chooses only a few select physicians in the concierge medicine and/or direct pay business model environment who meet the criteria to qualify as a "Top Doc." In 2012, sixteen (16) doctors were chosen to receive this honor. In prior years, even fewer. The criteria evaluated for recognition includes but is not limited to educational efforts, patient ratings/reviews, ...

IOMIC USA, manufacturer of innovative, revolutionary and dynamically designed grips, announced today that the winners of the JLPGA T Point Ladies Golf Tournament, JLPGA AXA Ladies Golf Tournament, and Ladies European Tour Lalla Meryem Cup all used IOMIC grips. "All three of these young professionals played exceptionally well on the way to their respective victories," said Katz Murai, Overseas Division of IOMIC. "We are pleased that they rely on the revolutionary grip technology of our grips to give them great feel and control shot after shot and we congratulate ...

Dallas-based TrizComhas addedmarketing software start-up HipLogiq and its social media software products, SocialCompass and SocialCentiv, to its client roster.The firm will represent and position the company's expertise in social media marketing as well as promote new products as they are launched. Several products are expected later this year. "Our growing company is making a huge impact in a very crowded software market," says Bernard Perrine, co-founder and CEO of HipLogiq. "It's critical that business owners understand how we're different and what ...

Global Monitoring reintroduces its GMU 8100 Remote Monitor under the Messenger brand name. The Messenger remote monitoring units are designed to track and react to conditions at remote, unattended or inaccessible locations. Messenger brand remote monitoring units were originally introduced by Dancer Communications more then 20 years prior to its acquisition. Steve Sanislo, founder of Global Monitoring who was also founder of Dancer Communications, resurrected the Messenger brand to distinguish its remote monitoring units among others on the market. Offering dial-up ...

Sunshine Village Ski and Snowboard Resort announced the lineup for its popular Spring Concert Series today, with Banff's Chronic kicking off the five week long outdoor music event. The resort's Spring Concert Series, which will see six local bands entertain on-mountain guests, will take place every weekend from April 20th and 21th through May 18th and 19th. This year's artists include returning favourites TR3, who bring their infectious dance music to the slopes and New Moon, to entertain with their reggae-influenced beats. "Sunshine's Spring Concert Series ...