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 ...

According to Brendan Carman, MPT, Director of Rehabilitation at Mass Bay Spine & Sport Physical Therapy (MBSSPT), getting back into shape is a process that shouldn't be rushed. Jumping into a fitness program or class after a significant exercise hiatus of more than three months, could cause serious injury. Carman, who is a Physical Therapist and certified Athletic Trainer at MBSSPT explained that exercise-induced injuries occur when a person tries to do too much, too quickly to attain fitness goals.  The most common injuries are: Achilles tendonitis and other ...

Automation Control Technology Partners, Inc. (ACTP) is proud to announce the launch of its new home automation brand, TiO (Turn it On). TiO is an entirely new approach to home automation, one driven by an "outside in" philosophy that focuses on the customer experience. TiO home automation solutions will provide professional integrators with an easy-to-install, elegant home automation solution that offers powerful features, maximum flexibility and a new pricing model that will allow home automation to reach a broad base of consumers. "TiO is driven by our ...

AMF Bowling Centers Inc., (AMF) is proud to announce the launch of the new and improved Summer Unplugged and AMF Summer Pass programs for 2013. The programs have been simplified to provide easier access to the bowling games: two free games for each child ages 15 and under registered in the Summer Unplugged program, and two games a day to the owner plus three guests ages 16 and over for each paid AMF Summer Pass. Previously, coupons were required to redeem all bowling games. With the launch of the new program, all members will receive membership IDs and membership cards, ...

On Friday, May 10th, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Las Vegas Dermatology is proud to offer special discounts in observance of the Mother's Day holiday weekend. Botox will be 15% off a regular priced vial. Purchase one syringe of Juvederm and receive the second syringe at ½ off when the appointment is booked during this event. All patients who receive any service on Friday, May 10th, 2013 will also receive a FREE Illuminize Peel (a $125 value). Everyone booking an appointment that day will receive a raffle ticket and will be entered to win a Spring Hand Bag with matching ...

Small Biz Thoughts is pleased to announce that SMB Nation 2012 Jim Locke Memorial Community Award winner Rayanne Buchianico will speak on Demystifying Quickbooks at the IT Business Reboot 2013 Online Conference. Buchianico, an Accountant and Managed Service Provider (MSP) Business Consultant, will share her expertise in making the number crunching aspect of running an IT business simpler and smoother. Karl W. Palachuk, the conference host and best-selling technical author, welcomes Buchianico's participation in the conference. Karl says "Rayanne's contribution ...

Some things just seem to get better with time. Fine wine, classic cars and leather jackets all improve with age. Like beach glass polished by ocean waves, smooth jazz gets smoother as time goes by - especially when it's composed and produced with the masterful touch of Grammy Award winner Jim Peterik - founding member of The Ides of March and Survivor and co-writer of hits like Vehicle, Eye of the Tiger and Burning Heart. The iconic composer fell in love with the genre years ago, seeking respite from the sound and fury of rock. His latest creation is Jim Peterik's Lifeforce ...

MedicalMime, an innovative force for change in healthcare IT, announces the availability of MimeMC version 1.1 for public use. With this new release, MedicalMime significantly increases their value proposition for the already powerful cloud-based EHR solution. "We are very pleased with this new release and what we have created for healthcare providers around the country", enthuses William Verhoeven, Lead Developer of MedicalMime. "Version 1.1, while looking familiar to the end-user, is a substantial improvement to efficiency, stability, and speed. Most ...