Tips for successful post-divorce co-parenting Article provided by Law Office of Douglas C. Smith Visit us at http://www.dcsmithpllc.com If you are recently divorced and a parent, it does not mean that you will never see your ex-spouse again. In fact, you and your ex will be parents forever and, in most circumstances, will have to develop a relationship that allows you to co-parent together until your children become adults. An effective co-parenting relationship puts the hurt and pain from the divorce aside and focuses on the children's best interests. This, however, ...

Texas VA Program Offers Alternative Form of Nursing Home Care Article provided by Law Office of Tom Kemmy Visit us at http://www.kemmylaw.com/ Finding quality nursing home care can be difficult. A quick Google search can scare away any applicant, since the search generally yields article after article of stories alleging nursing home abuse at facilities that claim to provide quality care. Fortunately, some residents in Texas are finding they qualify for a promising alternative -- Dallas VA's Medical Foster Home program. The program, which is gaining popularity ...

Texas Behind in Overdue Child Support Payments Article provided by The Rachel Firm Visit us at http://www.meganrachel.com/ Texas collects more child support than any other state, but when it comes to collecting overdue payments, Texas is behind. This causes many problems for parents who are struggling to make ends meet and pay for their children's educational expenses and even keep their children fed. The state has a responsibility to these children and must make sure that they are doing everything in their power to collect their past due child support. Highlights ...

Partial closures at Granby Library to address mold, construction defects Article provided by The Nelson Law Firm, L.L.C. Visit us at http://www.nelsonlawfirm.net/ Just six years after it was built, the Granby Library has been forced to undergo a series of partial closings in recent months due to problems with mold, rust, condensation and water damage. The damage, which has been linked to construction defects in the library's fire-sprinkler system, was discovered after pipes in the building's ceiling cavity froze on two occasions, first in February 2011 and again ...

Politics affects international adoptions Article provided by Bardol Law Firm, LLC Visit us at http://www.stldivorcelawfirm.com Missouri families welcome children who are added to their families through adoption, just like those who are theirs by birth. Children may come to families through a variety of adoption methods, including international adoption. Recent developments have raised concerns for families in Missouri and the rest of the United States, as one source of many international adoptions may be drying up. Americans have welcomed many Russian children Statistics ...

Child custody in Missouri Article provided by Bardol Law Firm, LLC Visit us at http://www.stldivorcelawfirm.com Divorce often results in a very difficult time for both parents and children. Parents are coping with high emotions, and children are often left with many questions, including where they will live, what will happen to their friends and what does the divorce means for them. Because children can be greatly affected by the divorce process, parents are encouraged to take great care and work side-by-side with the court system to make custody arrangements that ...

Collaborative law: A friendly divorce remedy for PA families Article provided by Bentley Law Offices, P.C. Visit us at http://www.bentley-law.com Divorces are an unfortunate reality that many Pennsylvania families are facing. Given the often hostile nature of divorce proceedings, it is imperative for the process to be as amicable as possible. Recent developments have been made in the realm of family law that is making the divorce process less painful for the parties involved. Once such technique is the emergence of collaborative law. Collaborative Law Collaborative ...

Effects of Traumatic Brain Injuries May Last Longer than Previously Expected Article provided by Law Office of Young & Nichols Visit us at http://www.youngnichols.com According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 1.7 million people in the United States suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) each year. Experts estimate that the cost of TBIs - including both direct medical costs and lost work productivity - reaches tens of billions of dollars annually. Traumatic brain injuries are, indeed, a serious health problem in the United ...

Texting While Driving Still Dangerous, Even with Hands-Free Technology Article provided by Law Office of Young & Nichols Visit us at http://www.youngnichols.com According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 3,092 people were killed and an additional 419,000 people were injured in motor vehicle accidents involving distracted drivers in 2010, the last year for which statistics are available. Overall, distracted driving related crashes accounted for approximately 18 percent of all motor vehicle accidents that year. Experts and lawmakers ...

How to prevent and stop wage garnishment Article provided by The Ford Law Firm, PLLC Visit us at http://www.forddebtlaw.com One of the most unfortunate results of a person's inability to pay financial obligations is the possibility of wage garnishments. A wage garnishment is where a creditor, after many unsuccessful attempts to collect a debt, gets a court order to obtain an owed amount from the person's paycheck. Wage garnishment can be a very uncomfortable experience because it can interfere with other financial obligations. The process may also cause embarrassment ...

Pennsylvania county using hotels to "jail" convicted drunk drivers Article provided by Blanarik Law Offices Visit us at http://www.blanariklawoffices.com Over the last several years, law enforcement departments throughout the United States have been working on developing creative ways to address drunk driving offenses. Most have focused on striking a balance between deterring future violations and ensuring that the corrections system has the resources and jail space to protect public safety by focusing on the most dangerous criminals. Pennsylvania is ...

Fort Collins Colorado Police Announce DUI Sobriety Checkpoints Article provided by Stout Law Firm, LLC Visit us at http://www.stoutcoloradolaw.com In an effort to reduce Driving Under the Influence (DUI) accidents in Colorado, the Fort Collins Police Department along with the Larimer County DUI Taskforce are setting up Sobriety Checkpoints throughout Fort Collins. This is not the first time law enforcement officers have used sobriety checkpoints in the area. Officers in the state are just finishing a summer campaign to crackdown on DUIs called "100 Days ...

Increase in grey divorces leads to special issues during property division Article provided by Mark Abzug, P.A. Visit us at http://www.coralspringslaw.com Each marriage has its ups and downs. When first starting out, it can be difficult for husband and wife to balance life and work. If they decide to have children, this can increase the responsibilities that they have, and may place a financial strain on the relationship. When money is tight, it can increase the stress that the couple may be feeling, leading to arguments. It is has often seemed that the longer ...

Police brutality concerns Article provided by Sivin & Miller, LLP Visit us at http://www.sivinandmiller.com/ Most people assume that police officers act in ways that are designed to protect the public from harm. The police force is designed to protect the public and offer their services in order to keep society safe and orderly. Although many officers do just this, some officers do not always follow the correct rules and procedures. Police brutality is a real concern that everyone should be aware of. Recent reports Recently, a Brooklyn man was beaten by ...

Wrongful convictions bring about change in New York Article provided by Sivin & Miller, LLP Visit us at http://www.sivinandmiller.com/ Being charged with a crime is a serious and scary event, but being convicted of a crime that you did not commit is terrifying. The legal system, however, is not perfect, and unfortunately innocent people can end up in jail for crimes that they did not commit. A recent wrongful conviction Three men were convicted of committing two murders in 1995 and have served 18 years in prison. The three men were charged with killing ...

St. Louis Arrests for Gun Crimes on the Rise Article provided by Rosenblum Schwartz Rogers & Glass PC Visit us at http://www.rsrglaw.com/ St. Louis police have targeted certain areas of the city in an attempt to reduce criminal activity, especially those involving guns. The initiative, which began in late August, continued throughout the Cardinals' playoff games and met with surprising success. Mayor Francis Slay indicated some of the gains from playoff home games -- estimated at $400,000 per game -- would go towards keeping the program alive while the mayor ...

Youth prescription drug abuse at unprecedented levels, study finds Article provided by O'Malley Law Office, P.C. Visit us at http://www.omalleylawoffice.com Young people today are abusing prescription painkillers at a rate 40 percent higher than previous generations, a recent study by the University of Colorado Denver revealed. Researchers found that abuse of prescription pain medications like Vicodin, valium and OxyContin is now the second-most common form of illegal drug use in the United States, following marijuana. The study's lead author, Richard Miech, ...

As Jurney Jurray, LLC the boutique of handcrafted jewelry and accessories continues to look forward to a fabulous year in fashion, the company unveiled its lasted fashion contribution of designer handbags, rightfully dubbed "glam-bags," with the addition of jewelry artisan, Jenee Dionne's touch. Nearly three years in the making, Jurney Jurray designer Jenee Dionne has finally unleashed a fierce and funky collection of handbags. The home-sewn handbags are created with a mixture of conventional and non-conventional fabrics, such as upholstery, bagging, burdet, ...

The unique artwork of local artist, Gladys Jimenez, can be viewed at three different art galleries in San Diego for the months of February and March 2013. Gladys likes to paint representational paintings in oil. Her classic style stands out from the rest. Gladys began painting in 1985, after a summer trip to Europe were she was able to explore the Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh museum in Amsterdam, the Louvre in Paris, and other great art museums in Rome and Florence, Italy. Upon her return to Los Angeles, Gladys knew she had to paint. She bought art supplies and ...

Cookie Culture is the newest up-and-coming online fashion retailer to make waves in the industry. The original Dutch brand has hit the European market and is starting to spread it's wings worldwide by offering the latest fashion for women online. Cookie Culture also offers free shipping for their customers who order over 75 Euros. Orders placed before 5:00pm will be shipped the same day. Customers within The Netherlands, order before 2pm and receive next day delivery. By adding new items to the range constantly Cookie Culture keeps a fresh image online, making sure it's ...

Latest fashion brand GCGme is the hottest new retailer that offers women's fashion online and worldwide. Offering consumers a wide range of dresses and women's clothing with free standard shipping worldwide. Items are shipped in one business day of payment. GCGme also offers free upgrade to express postage for purchase of three items or more. GCGme entered the market little over a year ago. With an array of items and new items being added regularly to the range, keeping the brand fresh. As well as being a retailer, GCGme offers wholesale options to distributors online/offline ...

Augie Meyers, Ruben V, and a host of Texas artists join forces to support one of their own. WHO: Ron Young WHAT: "Forever Young": Cancer Benefit WHEN: Sunday, February 17, 2013 2:00pm-9:00pm WHERE: Sam's Burger Joint 330 East Grayson San Antonio, TX 78215 When singer/songwriter Ron Young announced his cancer diagnosis, he was overwhelmed by the support of his family, friends, and fans. Now, they're coming together, along with some of the biggest names in South Texas music, to celebrate his life and help him in his fight. On Sunday, February ...

The Music Sales Group today announced the launch of its new digital education division, MusicFirst , offering teachers and students easy-to-use, affordable, cloud-based music education services and related activities. With MusicFirst , exploration, creation, sharing, and assessment are instantly accessible at any time on any internet-enabled device: computer, iPad, smartphone, laptop, or even a Smart Board. All teacher and student work is saved in the cloud. Software is automatically updated. Students have instant access to programs and their work. The service costs ...

I Am JMARiiE, Atlanta's newest media outlet for all things fashion and lifestyle, is proud to announce the release of our first full issue magazine. This issue features an exclusive interview and photo spread with everyone's favorite podomatic Dj, DJ Baby Yu. As you read through our Inaugural Issue you will also find articles on celebrity stylist Middleman Fresh, singer Qwanell Mosley, handbag designer Janelle Ford, up and coming actor and model Lakyle Thomas, female rappers RADiiO DOLLS, fashion advice from Dr. Courtney Hammonds and a feature on Atlanta's newest reality ...

For a while now, trends in fiction reading have been changing. A growing number of adult readers have been gravitating towards books that you'd usually find under 'young adult'. It's so popular, a new crossover genre has emerged, known as "new adult. It's a genre that's fast gathering speed, and that established writer C. Elizabeth is excited to contribute to. C. Elizabeth has been writing adult romance novels for several years. Her most recent outing, however, is a supernatural romance geared for a broad range of readers. Designed for adults, mature teens and young ...