Trucking associations challenge new hours of service rules in court Article provided by Mitchell & Shapiro LLP Visit us at http://www.mitchellshapiro.com Truckers often must work late or early hours in order to ensure that their delivery schedules are maintained. As a result, the federal government regulates how often truck drivers must take a rest from their labors, which are called hours of service rules (HOS), to make sure that truckers are alert and well rested when performing their job. In 2011 the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), ...

Bankruptcy is a solution to those struggling with medical debt Article provided by The Hamzy Law Firm, LLC Visit us at http://www.hamzylaw.com/ When you think of people with high amounts of medical debt, you may think of the uninsured. Although it is true that those without insurance often struggle to pay their medical bills, even those with comprehensive health coverage often find themselves in the same situation. Copayment, deductibles, prescriptions, out-of-pocket expenses and, not to mention, the ever-growing number of procedures that are not covered can cause ...

Differentiating short-term and permanent worker for workers' comp Article provided by Walters & Zinn, Attorneys at Law Visit us at http://www.walters-zinn.com Many working people in California and throughout the country are unaware of their right to receive workers' compensation after they get hurt on the job. While it is true that some states differentiate between the types of workers who can receive workers' compensation, California's laws are less vague on the subject. According to the California Worker's Compensation Institute, just about all people who ...

California reforms its workers' compensation system Article provided by Walters & Zinn, Attorneys at Law Visit us at http://www.walters-zinn.com The state of California has enacted reforms to its workers' compensation system that make permanent changes to disability benefits and the Independent Medical Review process. The new reforms took effect on January 1, 2013 and are projected to save the state $1 billion per year in workers' compensation costs. The reforms have the support of both business organizations and workers' advocate groups. However, some ...

Details about NASCAR CEO's divorce revealed Article provided by Krusch & Sellers, P.A. Visit us at http://www.kruschlaw.com Couples who are in the process of getting a divorce often experience mixed feelings. Depending on the circumstances, the decision to divorce might have been mutual, or one person might have finally made the decision that the marital ties had to be severed. Some divorces can involve complicated emotional and psychological challenges, and NASCAR CEO Brian France's divorce is one recent example. The details about France's divorce from a ...

Upcoming move: What divorced California parents need to know? Article provided by Richard A. Fleming Visit us at http://www.flemingfamilylaw.com Whether moving across the state from Anaheim to the Bay area or across the country to Boston or New York City, separated or divorced parents must consider how the move will affect their child custody arrangement. Following a divorce, it may be necessary to move for work reasons or to be closer to family, but parental relocation often requires modifying a custody or visitation order. Some parents are able to reach a new ...

Vouture Jewelry has launched an online store where customers can design and order very affordable charm bracelets. Since the charm bracelet's resurgence in the fashion scene in 2002, many new variations of have been created. Like amulets in the past, people use charm bracelets to represent aspects of their personalities. "Vouture Jewelry came out of our personal beliefs in creating and wearing unique beautiful creations of our own. We have always loved and admired the beauty of fashion as a form of art and expression and through the creation of your unique jewelry ...

Cricket Express has been involved as a sponsor of Auckland Cricket for 17 years and this new deal continues that close relationship. Auckland Cricket CEO Mark Cameron was pleased to be able to announce a renewal of the contract. "Cricket Express provides a fantastic service for cricketers and is the acknowledged expert when it comes to cricket equipment. That cricket knowledge and experience make them a great fit with us and it's a relationship that's worked very well for a long time. Auckland Cricket is proud to have them on board again as a sponsor and thrilled ...

Cabinets Made EZ announces today that it will be offering Green Sure Sherwin-Williams products to their RTA cabinet product line. Sherwin-Williams, America's #1 coating source engineered and designed Green Sure to help reduce the environmental impact. Unlike many other coating products Green Sure meets and exceeds the most stringent industry performance specifications. Cabinets Made EZ is not only supplying quality cabinetry to contractors for new kitchen construction and kitchen remodeling but also "Do It Yourselfers" are finding Cabinets Made EZ is the perfect ...

On June 9th, one hundred guests are expected at Clearwater's Fort Harrison for a Chef's Showcase, featuring a five-course meal created by five different area chefs. All of the ticket proceeds will benefit the Clearwater Community Volunteers. The event is being co-hosted by Tampa Bay Magazine. Participating chefs include the Fort Harrison's Executive Chef, Zoltan Vajna; the Deputy Executive Chef of the Fort Harrison, Nico Roth; Hyatt Resort at Clearwater Beach's Executive Chef Richard Preston; Gourmet Foods International Corporate Chef Asbel Reyes and the Chief Chocolate ...

Element Media, Inc., Hawaii's leading custom publishing firm specializing in magazine publishing, integrated marketing and events, is bringing chart-topping, Grammy Award-winning musician Jeff Peterson to its stage to perform his slack key guitar at the exclusive 3rd Annual Pacific Edge Magazine Business Achievement Awards Gala on Thursday, May 30th, 2013 from 5:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. at Pier 10 at the Aloha Tower Marketplace. Jeff Peterson won the first Grammy Award for Hawaiian music in 2005 for his performance on a CD entitled Slack Key Volume II. He also contributed to ...

Proud to launch the sale of their latest product on Amazon.com VIPVIP Imports based in Las Vegas, Nevada is poised to gain market value for their recently christened company. "We believe wholeheartedly in the superiority of our newest product." said Joe Summers, Director of Marketing at VIPVIP Imports. "The SOLID CORDZ organization is an excellent one to be in partnership with when it comes to bringing well-made products to the forefront of the American marketplace." The much heralded SOLID CORDZ product line features a one foot extension cable showcased ...

On Thursday June 27th for the First Inaugural Image Entertainment Distinction Awards 2013 presented by Madonna Williams for Glamsense Divas; co-founder of People's Resource and Development Association (P.R.a.D.A) will receive the Humanitarian Award for her role in the community under P.R.a.D.A and their efforts to help the youth. P.R.a.D.A a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization established in 2007 strives to provide assistance to low income families. The organization runs three successful youth development programs at their Bronx headquarters with the goals of helping their ...

Tutor Doctor, a worldwide tutoring franchise that provides individualized home-based instruction to learners of all ages, has become the foundational sponsor of "The Why Factor", a non-profit community outreach program created to spark inspiration in students, parents, and educators alike to help break through the barriers that hold them back and get inspired. The one-on-one, in-home tutoring service is on a mission is to fuel student dreams through motivation, inspiration and collaboration. Tutor Doctor is pleased to bring Shayne Smith, one of the motivational ...

Capital Safety, home of the DBI-SALA and PROTECTA brands of fall protection equipment has announced the launch of their new and improved DBI-SALA Force2 Shock Absorbing Lanyard Range, lighter, stronger and more durable than ever. The Force2 fall protection lanyard range features Hi-10 energy management material, the smallest shock pack in the world, the lightest and strongest connector combinations, durable REPEL Technology webbing, and a rugged and durable soft cover with protected labels. The Force2 Lanyards are manufactured with the lightest and strongest components ...

Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), a private, non-profit agency designated as an Aging Services Access Point (ASAP) serving the greater Brockton and Plymouth county areas, has received a total of $8,385 in donations to their Emergency Fund from the business community. OCES would like to thank the following companies for their generous donations to the Emergency Fund, which provides funds for food, fuel and medications to elders and individuals with disabilities who are on a fixed income and in a crisis situation: AAA Southern New England, Affinity Home Health Care, ...

The Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce (SPACC) and Brandography, a Minneapolis Internet marketing agency, recently announced the winner for their co-sponsored "Doggone Worst Website" contest, a digital makeover competition. Now, they are revealing a sneak peek of their progress. After advancing to the top five finalists, Oak Meadows, a non-profit independent and assisted senior living community, took the title as "Doggone Worst Website." The site, oak-meadows.org, received several hundred votes. The prize behind the title includes $10,000 worth of ...

Relief 2.0, an organic movement of volunteers and organizations to promote efficient disaster response and sustainable disaster recovery will be running Relief 2.0 - Tohoku: Road to Recovery -- a photo and photography exhibit at Rosarito Art Festival. Paintings, photos and handicrafts will be available for sale at the show, and the proceeds empower the survivors to support themselves instead of relying on donations. "Tohoku: Road to the Future" was first opened in Fukuoka by Nobel Peace Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus on July 19, 2012. This show has been ...

The producers of Fishtrack, the Internet's primary source for salt-water fishing data, have launched a new mobile application, Buoyweather. In addition to the sea surface temperature charts, chlorophyll maps, and big game fishing videos featured on Fishtrack, the producers of Fishtrack are making it simple to check marine forecasts no matter anglers' location. Designed to give seven-day marine forecasts for those searching for exciting action with big game fish, Buoyweather makes it simple to check up-to-date marine forecasts and weather conditions from anywhere in ...

Alzheimer's Association, Orange County today announced the selection of IDEA HALL, an integrated branding, marketing, and public relations agency, to drive greater visibility and financial support for the cause in the county. IDEA HALL will promote the recently announced Cornerstone Campaign to raise $10 million to expand available services for families affected by the disease, maximize awareness of the organization's 24/7 1.800.272.3900 helpline and ALZ.ORG website, oversee co-branding relationships with the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim and Anaheim Ducks, and increase ...

San Francisco-based environmental law and litigation boutique Barg Coffin Lewis & Trapp, LLP has added David M. Metres as an associate. Metres joins the firm from the San Francisco office of Paul Hastings, LLP, where he was a member of the Environmental practice group. He has experience advising clients on regulatory, enforcement and litigation matters arising under federal, state and local environmental laws, including the Clean Water Act, the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA), the Resource Conservation & Recovery ...

This fall, CLC Network, a national non-profit that encourages people with varying abilities and disabilities to live as integrated members of their communities, will equip great teachers to reach academically talented middle school students through online learning. The english and mathematics courses, aimed at schools seeking to expand their curriculum offerings and parents who home educate, are taught by master teachers who customize learning to fit individual student needs. The courses are "teacher led," a unique feature that allows students to work independently ...

Zombie bigfoots have taken over AlphaDogs in the comedic/horror film Love In The Time Of Monsters. Directed by Matt Jackson., this outrageous tale of love follows two sisters as they travel to a cheesy tourist trap and battle toxic monsters dressed in bigfoot costumes to save the ones they love. While violent and scary at times, the premise of the story is about sacrifice, courage, and forgiveness. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PY4Nx8O39rU When it came down to finding a post-production facility that could be trusted to deliver the vision the filmmakers had in mind, ...

Intellinet, a management consulting and Microsoft-centric technology services firm, announced today that Mark Seeley, Intellinet President & Senior Partner, has been named a finalist for the 2013 "Microsoft Sales Specialist Partner of the Year" award. The 2013 Microsoft Partner Awards recognize excellence among Microsoft's 640,000 partners worldwide and highlights partners that have developed and delivered exceptional Microsoft-based solutions during the past year. Awards are presented in multiple categories, with winners chosen from a set of nearly 3,000 ...

BookKeeping Express, the first U.S. franchise focused solely on bookkeeping services, recently announced the opening of its first office in Katy, TX serving businesses throughout Katy, Richmond and portions of Houston. BookKeeping Express offers a much-needed service to businesses, so they can get back to doing what they do best. "We help business owners to achieve three key objectives: lower their taxes, optimize cash flow, and increase their profits," said Byron Davenport, Director of Business Development of BookKeeping Express in Katy. "I am excited ...