BizVizable, owned by Advice Interactive Group, has launched a new digital agency aimed at helping small business owners in Houston, TX. The new agency, BizVizable Houston, provides local search tools for business owners in the area looking to increase their rankings on search engines like Google, Yahoo, and Bing. As the the Internet, social networking sites, and e-commerce become more and more popular, business owners are quickly discovering the need to grow their businesses online. However, this requires so much more than simply having a website or a social media profile. ...

Cogent Road, a provider of innovative cloud-based mortgage technologies, announced the upcoming version of its Roohmz Enterprise Loan Production System will seamlessly integrate with DocMagic's loan level compliance/audit engine. The new integration incorporates DocMagic's efficient loan document preparation and sophisticated auditing directly into the Roohmz workflow management engine. Each audit will come preloaded in Roohmz as an individual "event" that can be dropped directly into any loan production workflow. A single click runs an audit and stores the ...

More and more, Americans are having children outside of marriage. In Massachusetts, if the mother is unmarried at the time of birth, the child will not have a legal father and no father's name will be listed on the birth certificate, unless and until paternity is established. A single mother has custody of the child automatically. What does it mean to have a legal father? Having a legal father is important to all involved. Obviously, it not only helps develop a father-child relationship, but also significant legal rights kick in. For example, the legal father can ...

On April 17, 2013, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its opinion in Missouri v. McNeely, a case dealing with the question of whether police officers need warrants before taking blood samples from those suspected of driving under the influence who refuse to submit to chemical tests. The Court held that there is no automatic exemption from the Fourth Amendment's warrant requirement when police are seeking blood samples from DUI suspects. Blood test thrown out by state court The case before the Court arose from an incident that occurred after a man was pulled over for speeding ...

One of the more common forms of distractions for drivers comes from devices in vehicles. People take their eyes off the road while driving to tune radios, adjust temperature controls, and consult g.p.s. devices. As technology advances, the number of electronics available in automobiles grows, making distracted driving even more of a problem. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued new guidelines for auto manufacturers in April 2013 to help them make vehicles that reduce driver distraction. NHTSA proposed guidelines The NHTSA has determined that drivers ...

Las Vegas has long been one of the nation's most notorious cities for pedestrian accidents, and last year things got even worse. According to Metro Police, 2012 was a record-breaking year for such accidents in the Las Vegas area, with collisions between vehicles and pedestrians spiking 80 percent from the previous year, KLAS-TV reported. A report issued by Allstate on April 10, 2013, listed Las Vegas as one of the top 10 most dangerous cities for pedestrians. Las Vegas is ranked sixth on the list, just below Riverside, California, and above Memphis, Tennessee. Infrastructure ...

In 2011 the U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling in Dukes v. Wal-Mart, holding that a lower court had improperly certified a class in an employment class action suit against Wal-Mart. The Court said that the proposed class, which encompassed 1.5 million women nationwide who had worked for Wal-Mart since 1988, was too large to meet the standards for a class action suit. After the court's ruling, the plaintiffs have filed new claims in federal courts in various states, including Florida, trying to overcome some of the obstacles the first case met. New lawsuits filed regionally In ...

Whether a New York school district is responsible for a student getting hurt at a school-related function depends on how much control the district has over the activity, says a recent appeals court opinion. If the school has enough control over what is happening at the event that it could monitor and stop negligent activities or dangerous behavior that could cause an accident or injury, then it may be liable if it does not fulfill its duty to prevent negligent harm when someone is injured as a result. The Germantown example In 2009, a five-year-old girl was injured ...

With almost one in two marriages ending in divorce, legal and financial experts are beginning to notice some common and costly mistakes. Missteps include: not seeking the right professional assistance during the divorce process, a focus on finalizing the divorce as soon as possible and not properly reviewing and adjust estate plans after the divorce is finalized. It may seem counterintuitive, but those who hire professionals to help with a divorce can actually save money. The two professionals most likely to benefit those going through a divorce are legal and professional ...

Even in the bitterest divorce, few people would like to believe that their spouse would conceal assets from them in order to affect the outcome of a property settlement, alimony or child support order. Unfortunately, however, asset concealment during divorce occurs more often than many people are aware. Therefore, it is important for divorcing spouses to be on the lookout for potential warning signs that a spouse may be hiding assets. Being secretive about financial matters If your spouse suddenly becomes cagey about financial matters, it may be because he or she ...

Social Security disability benefits may be available to people who are not able to work because of a disability. The process of applying for and eventually receiving benefits can take a long time, and if one's application is initially denied -- which happens often -- the appeals process can take an average of 373 days, according to the Associated Press. Some people with great need for disability benefits may qualify for expedited benefits through the Compassionate Allowances program, however, which grants benefits more quickly to individuals with certain conditions. The ...

While most Illinois motorists are aware that the penalties for driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI) are quite severe in the Land of Lincoln, many may be surprised to discover that the mere act of refusing to take a breath test if arrested for a DUI in Illinois has severe consequences all its own. This particular notion - that Illinois drivers can face penalties for refusing to submit to a breath test - is rooted in Illinois' implied consent law. Specifically, this law states that drivers are "deemed" to have given consent to be tested for alcohol or ...

Every parent wants to ensure his or her child's safety. Parents play the primary role in a child's decisions and care, but when a child begins school, parents find themselves having less control. Their child is now in the care of teachers and other adults, and parents can only hope that their child is in safe hands. A school fight that broke out in New Jersey Recently, FOX News reported that two 15-year-old girls got into a fight while at school. A teacher restrained one of the girls early in the fight but then allegedly backed off. The fight lasted for two minutes ...

Our economy is slowly beginning to rebound, but the most recent recession has had a severe impact on the financial health of many individuals. A lot of people were out of work for a significant amount of time, draining any financial resources that they may have set aside. Home values plummeted, trapping many people into mortgages for way more that their homes would ever be worth. Some may have relied upon credit cards to get them through the difficult times. Others may have taken out home equity loans. Many simply stopped paying their bills, leading to collection actions ...

Some people facing divorce do not want The War of the Roses, but rather a more respectful, reasonable approach. A couple may not be angry or confrontational despite the impending end of their marriage, or even if negative feelings are there, they may feel they can work through things and come to agreement. Another fear can be that the traditional divorce process is going to eat up too many of a family's assets through legal fees, not leaving enough to set up two separate households. Collaborative divorce One approach to divorce in New Jersey and in many other states ...

During the months of May through September, more than 20 children per day are treated in U.S. hospital emergency rooms for injuries sustained on rides at amusement parks, fairs, malls, arcades and other locations, according to a recent study. The study, conducted by researchers at the Center for Injury Research and Policy, affiliated with the Research Institute at Nationwide Children's Hospital, involved an analysis of the ride-related injuries of 92,885 U.S. children age 17 and under between the years 1990 and 2000. These figures represent an average of 4,423 ride-related ...

After the tragic death of a young man from Boulder who passed away in a car accident after texting while driving, increased attention is focused on the dangers of distracted driving in Colorado. The accident happened in the same month that a new study was released showing that voice-activated texting is no safer than typing a text message while driving, contributing to the risk of a distracted driving accident. In April 2013, a 22-year-old Boulder man was killed in a car accident after texting behind the wheel. According to Colorado Daily, witnesses say he drifted close ...

All people make mistakes at one time or another. Some mistakes are harmless, while others can be quite costly. In the field of medicine, a health care professional's mistake can mean the difference between life and death. Doctors, nurses and even hospital administrators are expected to maintain a very high level of skill and follow the normal standards of care that are required by such professionals. If an individual comes to realize that the standard of care has not been met, he or she should be aware that there may be legal options available to them, such as filing a ...

When driving a car, truck or other motor vehicle, anything that takes your mind or eyes off the road or your hands from the steering wheel is a dangerous driver distraction with potentially devastating consequences. These driver distractions can and do lead to serious, life-altering injuries and death. Avoiding car accidents is as simple as taking seriously the level of attentiveness and responsibility required while driving a motor vehicle. Sadly, driving becomes just another daily rote task for many of us, and we forget that while cars provide us with tremendous convenience, ...

Distracted driving refers to any activity that can cause a driver to be distracted from the road. This can lead to serious car accidents resulting in life-changing injuries (head, neck and back injuries, burn injuries, broken bones, scarring and disfigurement, loss of limb, brain injuries, or paralysis) and death. There is no such thing as a driver distraction that does not endanger the driver, passengers, others on the road, and pedestrians. Driver distractions can include texting, talking on the phone, eating and drinking, conversing with passengers, grooming, reading, ...

Oxygen is a crucial component in the healthy development of an unborn baby. If something compromises the flow of oxygen to the fetus, a dangerous condition may result, known as hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE). Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy can cause profound injury, including severe brain damage and death, so it's crucial for doctors to recognize the warning signs and act quickly. This typically involves monitoring a baby's oxygen levels during birth. If hospital staff members detect a low oxygen level, it may necessitate an emergency C-section. Getting an ...

The 28 county area of Metro Atlanta encompasses a population of more than five million people. With a population that large also comes many accidents on and off the job. It is important to have access to a qualified and knowledgeable Atlanta workers' comp attorney who understands your rights. Workers' Compensation in Metro Atlanta On the job accidents happen in every field. It is important that you have excellent legal representation from an Atlanta workers' comp lawyer who knows the ins and outs of the process. You and your family deserve the benefits that you may ...

It is that time of year where everything has been blooming, the cold is long gone and the air has gotten significantly warmer. But if your yard has taken a beating this winter, you might want to get it back to its original state before summer. Or maybe the warmer weather has you in the mood to make some changes to your property. Getting Your Yard in Shape After the Winter Months The winter months can leave you with patchy spots in your yard and fallen branches. If you had frost damage, you might be left with some sickly looking plants. With your busy schedule, that ...

Are you renovating or building a new home? Maybe you have an empty lot that you are trying to clear. Or do you own a business and need an Atlanta dumpster rental for your waste? Whether your needs are residential or commercial, it is important to dispose of your waste in a thoughtful manner. It's Only Trash, Isn't It? No, not really. There are many kinds of waste that can be created. In construction, there is drywall, lumber, concrete, wiring, metals and more. Just think about redoing the bathroom in your home. You will probably have to deal with disposing of old tiles, ...

Don't you love the touch of class that your granite countertops give your home? To keep your granite countertops looking great you have to take care of them, however. One important way to do that is by checking your countertop sealant. Testing Your Granite Countertops If you just bought a home that has existing granite countertops or if your countertops are older, you may not be sure if they have been sealed or if they need to be resealed. There are a couple of easy, effective tests that you can use to find out. The first test requires that you place a few drops ...