Longer sentences recommended for insider trading Article provided by Law Offices of John D. Kirby, A P.C. Visit us at http://www.johnkirbylaw.com Insider trading is classified as a type of securities fraud. Because it is often hard to calculate the amount of money involved in an insider trading scheme, it is also difficult to determine the number of victims. This in turn makes sentencing difficult. However, white collar crime is on the rise and the severity of penalties for convictions reflects that trend. In 2011, an average sentence in a fraud case was 23 months. ...

Former chief executive charged with fraud Article provided by Law Offices of John D. Kirby, A P.C. Visit us at http://www.johnkirbylaw.com Federal regulators recently charged Federico R. Buenrostro, the former chief executive of the country's largest pension fund, the California Public Employees' Retirement System, or CalPERS, with defrauding a private equity firm into paying $20 million to his close friend, Alfred J.R. Villalobos. The suit, brought by the Securities and Exchange Commission, alleges that Buenrostro intentionally gave contracts to clients represented ...

An overview of the Social Security appeal process Article provided by Mancini Schreuder Kline PC Visit us at http://www.mancini-law.com A disabled Michigan resident can appeal if the Social Security Administration denies the initial application for disability benefits or supplemental security income. Here are the levels and timelines for the appeal. Appeal request must be made in writing and within 60 days If the applicant would like to appeal, the applicant must file a request for appeal in writing within 60 days from the date when the applicant receives ...

DEA announces campaign to target Chicago-area drug trafficking Article provided by Law Office of Stephen L. Richards Visit us at http://www.richardscriminallaw.com/ Drug offenses are serious crimes that can bring strict penalties under both federal and state law. While all drug crimes can draw police attention, Chicago-area authorities have been focusing lately on counteracting Mexican drug trafficking cartels and the Chicago street gangs that collaborate with them. In February, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration announced that it would be launching a new ...

Misconduct results in overturned conviction Article provided by William Foreman, P.C. Visit us at http://www.williamforemanpc.net A recent high-profile decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit has received attention due to the misconduct of a police investigator, and the withholding of this information by prosecutors. This could lead to the reversal or even dismissal of cases for some Arizonans accused of crimes. The case concerns the homicide of a four-year old child. The child had wanted to see Santa Claus at a nearby mall. The boy's mother ...

Study links mild head trauma to "potholes" in brain tissue Article provided by Hiering, Dupignac, Stanzione, Dunn & Beck, PC Visit us at http://www.hdsdb.com/ A recent study of military combat veterans revealed that even so-called "mild" traumatic brain injuries can cause abnormalities in the brain's white matter tissues. These trauma-related abnormalities, which some experts refer to as "potholes," have been linked to long-term cognitive problems. Among civilians and soldiers alike, concussions and other traumatic brain injuries ...

Rules for division of property during a divorce Article provided by Bartle, McGrane, Duffy & Jones, LLP Visit us at http://www.bmdjlaw.com New York residents know dividing property can be one of the most challenging aspects of divorce. However, with a thorough understanding of New York property division laws, property division issues can be resolved fairly and efficiently. Separate and marital property It is important to understand that not all property is subject to division during a divorce. Property that is acquired during the marriage is generally ...

Kent County judge hears case regarding decriminalizing marijuana Article provided by Kortes, Lykins, Hunting & Jansma, PLLC Visit us at http://www.jansmalaw.com Last November, Grand Rapids residents took to the polls and voted to change the way marijuana possession is handled in the city. The city charter amendment made possession of marijuana a purely civil offense, eliminating criminal penalties for possessing the drug. Under the ordinance, those found in possession of marijuana in Grand Rapids, Michigan will be subject to a ticket and fine -- nothing more. Shortly ...

Factors to consider when purchasing long-term care insurance Article provided by Weiner & McCulloch, PLLC Visit us at http://www.elderlawhousing.com Thinking about and determining the resources needed to address the long-term care needs of an aging parent or family member is difficult yet important. Long-term care insurance may not be right for everyone's needs, but if long-term care insurance is appropriate for you or your loved one there are a number of factors to consider when choosing a policy. Personal risk factors To decide whether long-term care ...

New York "stop and frisk" tactics are under fire Article provided by Michael A. Ferraro, Esq., P.C. Visit us at http://www.orangecountynycriminallaw.com In 1968, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Terry v. Ohio that police officers could briefly detain ("stop") and pat-down ("frisk") a person when the officer has a reasonable suspicion that criminal activity is afoot and the person is armed and dangerous. Police departments nationwide use this "stop and frisk" technique, including the New York Police Department (NYPD). New ...

Employer's safety violations result in employee death Article provided by Norfleet and Lafferty LLC Visit us at http://www.norlaflaw.com/ Employers who fail to provide a safe work environment risk their employees sustaining a serious injury on the job. In a worst case scenario, an unsafe work environment results in fatality. Employee was not provided flame resistant clothing A natural gas producer recently experienced such a tragedy at one of its gas well sites after employee was killed from injuries he suffered during a flash fire. The employees were not ...

Proposed legislation helps drug offenders make a fresh start Article provided by Law Offices of David Paul White and Associates Visit us at http://www.davidpaulwhite.com/ Getting convicted of a Utah drug offense is a serious issue. Because of the stigma associated with drug crimes, it is often difficult for recovering drug addicts to build a stable lifestyle after getting clean and serving their sentences. Now, state lawmakers are considering legislation to help recovering addicts make a fresh start. Current Utah law does not allow expungement of a criminal record ...

Maryland's implied consent law for DWI and DUI Article provided by Greenberg Law Office Visit us at http://www.greenberglawyers.com It is important for people in Maryland to know their rights if they are pulled over on suspicion of driving while intoxicated or driving under the influence. In Maryland, a DWI is a more serious offense, carrying up to a $1,000 fine for a first-time offense and up to a $2,000 fine for a second offense. A person is considered to be driving while intoxicated if his or her blood-alcohol concentration is 0.08 or higher. A person who is ...

DWI crashes may be attributed to bars over-serving alcohol Article provided by Michalk, Beatty & Alcozer, L.P. Visit us at http://www.mbaattorneys.com The danger of drunk driving was emphatically brought to the attention of Texans by two violent crashes on Interstate 45. In one accident late at night, a suspected drunk driver was headed the wrong way when his car struck another vehicle, killing three people. A woman who was intoxicated had gotten into a wrong-way fatal accident on the same highway just two days earlier, crashing her pickup truck into a smaller ...

Overview of drunk driving offenses in New Jersey Article provided by Sitzler & Sitzler Visit us at http://www.sitzlerlaw.com/ New Jersey's drunk driving laws reflect how seriously the state takes driving while intoxicated. The state imposes stiff fines, license suspensions and alcohol education for most drunk driving offenses and jail time and other penalties for serious and multiple offenses. How New Jersey defines impairment In New Jersey, drivers are considered impaired if they operate a vehicle with a blood alcohol content, or BAC, of .08 percent or ...

Wrongful Death in New Jersey: What can and cannot be recovered Article provided by Nusbaum, Stein, Goldstein, Bronstein & Kron, A Professional Corporation Visit us at http://www.nj-injurylawyer.com The New Jersey Wrongful Death Act provides an opportunity for financial compensation to be recovered by the surviving family members of individuals who are killed as a result of the negligence or wrongdoing of another party, such as a vehicle accident or medical error. Most wrongful death claims in New Jersey are filed by the surviving spouse, children or parents ...

Contract provisions can limit liability for damages, if properly drafted Article provided by Nowak & Stauch, L.L.P. Visit us at http://www.txlegalmalpractice.com For many companies, contracts are a daily part of doing business. In today's increasingly litigious environment, a clause containing a limitation on liability can reduce exposure in the event of a lawsuit. However, a company seeking to add a limitations clause to standard contracts must proceed carefully in order to ensure the provision is enforceable. What is the benefit of a limitation of liability ...

Adelaide-based technology startup FitUsIn is taking the stage on Thursday at Town Hall as part of the ANZ Innovyz Start Demo Day. FitUsIn, one of ten companies selected for the ANZ Innovyz START program will showcase their website and mobile app to potential investors and the broader Adelaide community. The 13-week program is designed to accelerate the growth of startups with break-through ideas and has helped prepare the participants for investment. FitUsIn CEO, Vanessa Picker said the FitUsIn website and mobile app allows people to quickly search for gyms by ...

Julian Moses, president of Symphony Trade and Investment 57 (Pty) Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Eccotopia Ltd., http://www.eccotopia.com/ , has announced that The Republic of South Africa's Department of Water Affairs and Forestry (DWAF) has forwarded the permit application to Eccotopia to enable the use of mining waste water for the establishment and cultivation of the Eccotopia Megafolia tree plantation test site in Phoekeng. Phokeng is in the North West province of South Africa, and is the capital of the Royal Bafokeng Nation (RBN) which lies in the Rustenburg valley. ...

Chapman Freeborn Airchartering - the world's leading aircraft charter provider in the world - is delighted to announce a new partnership with Australian Luxury Escapes, a luxury tour operator with more than 20 years of experience in providing private and highly personalised insights into Australia's many attractions. With this partnership, Chapman Freeborn has been appointed the exclusive air charter provider and will work with Australian Luxury Escapes to create unique private jet tour experiences. Grant Charlesworth, Sales and Marketing Director of Australian ...

Building on its current success and popularity, Wine and Design has announced the opening of its newest franchise location in the Forest Acres area of Columbia. The company is owned and operated by Natasha Lorick and is on the second floor of Richland Mall located at 3400 Forest Drive. Columbia is the state capital and largest city in South Carolina. Columbia was the second planned city in the United States and received its first charter as a town in 1805. The city has embraced the arts with its theatres, galleries, dance companies, orchestra, art schools, outdoor art, ...

Perfect Polish, one of the leading polished concrete specialists, today announced the launch of their new polished concrete maintenance program for retail facilities. Low-maintenance polished concrete has been sold as the 'no maintenance' floor for many years. Though its durability exceeds any other flooring on the market, as with all flooring investments, polished concrete needs some minimal care to keep it's aesthetic. Neglect, harsh chemicals, and even repetitive foot traffic can dull the shine if the proper maintenance is not addressed. "Retail facilities ...

On Thursday, March 28th 2013, members of the Alpha Phi Omega Toledo chapter volunteered their time and energy to raise funds for Hospice of Northwest Ohio. Hospice of Northwest Ohio has been serving families of the Toledo community since 1981 and recently earned the Northwest Ohio Non-Profit Excellence Award. The services they provide our loved ones and families are indispensable to us and our health care system. The event was hosted by Sukit Hookah at their Toledo location at 3354 Dorr St. Several APO members acted as guest baristas to serve those in attendance. The ...

The leading and the most trusted wholesale solar equipment and accessory provider in South Australia - Fortends Solar - made solar more accessible for homeowners by offering high quality full solar panel system kits at a wholesale price! Although solar power in Australia is becoming an increasing popular option to generate clean energy and cut down on energy cost, there are still a number of homeowners who hesitate to install one. According to a recent research of the solar market for home use, it was found that the complexity of installing solar equipment as well ...

Student Loans Refinanced announced today that they have partnered with StudentCarta, a leading service provider in the student loan repayment industry, which will provide the avenue to assist more individuals struggling with Federal student loan debt. "At Student Loan Refinanced we are very happy to announce our partnership with StudentCarta our new relationship will enhance our abilities to reach more individuals with Federal student loan debt more efficiently and expediently", said Rick Troutman, Managing Partner of Student Loan Refinanced. According to Troutman, ...