Craftsman Direct Handyman Home Improvement has added sunrooms and lanai enclosures to their home improvement services in the Triangle and the Triad. Craftsman Direct is ready to build a sunroom addition to your house or convert your deck or screened porch into a four seasons lanai enclosure. "Enclosing a deck or porch is a great way to extend the usable space in your home," said Lee Mendel Smoak, President of Craftsman Direct. "It is typically not difficult to convert an existing deck or screened porch into a fully climate-controlled living space. We have ...

While predictions of a triple-dip recession seem to be coming a reality, small businesses demonstrate confidence regarding their own prospects according to new research. PerDM predicts a 5% growth for business at the end of the first quarter despite the gloom of the British economy. According to the latest confidence benchmark by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) and Deloitte, 51% of marketers in small organisations are more confident about their career prospects over the coming year compared to 2012. Furthermore, 28% of small business marketers predict a near-term ...

Strategic Five Marketing have revealed their power of resilience in today's tough economy. The outsourced marketing company based in Birmingham, have reported growth for every quarter throughout 2012. "Outsourcing is a very cost-effective marketing tool for many companies, especially since the credit crunch"; says managing director Ben Lambert. "Therefore, the outsourcing market is very competitive and we have continuously focused on our goals in order to achieve such great result and further growth over the past months", continues Ben Lambert. The current ...

Matt Wassall CEO of MJ Experia Marketing says 'An eco-friendly reputation helps promote your business and it is our priority to encourage other businesses to do the same in leading by example'. MJ Experia Marketing, an outsourced sales and marketing company in Birmingham, has committed to reducing their environmental impact and continually improving their environmental performances as an integral and fundamental part of their business strategy. Learn More http://www.experiamarketing.co.uk/ Matt Wassall, CEO of MJ Experia Marketing explain ʺthe benefits ...

Boutique footwear brand Moda in Pelle launches a Spring Summer 2013 line that is bright, bold and beautiful with splashes of fuchsia, orange and coral on both footwear and accessories. The high-fashion shoe brand expects a very successful season with strong designs and the fact that this is their first SS13 line to launch since implementation of Bronto's Marketing Platform. Utilising the Bronto email marketing platform, Moda in Pelle welcomed new subscribers and improved email click rates. "Switching our ESP to Bronto has given us the opportunity to advance our ...

Mr. Ring officially took his position at the annual Chairman's Banquet and will serve a one-year term. The ACCA is the nation's largest association of indoor environmental systems professionals. Mr. Ring is president and CEO of New Jersey-based Meyer & Depew Co. In making the announcement, Paul T. Stalknecht, President and CEO of ACCA stated, "Bobby Ring now brings his own unique energy and outlook to continue the association down the path that has been set, while adding focus to some areas that are of great interest to him. The members can be confident that ...

For over 170 years Glasgow based auctioneers McTear's have provided an avenue for customers from all around the world to furnish their homes with the millions of objects that have passed through the auction room doors. McTear's is world famous for auctions of fine & rare Whisky, holding several world records in the sale of whisky. Such is the international demand for the expertise of McTear's specialist in the category, its annual calendar has seen an increase from four auctions to ten in 2012. Also known for sales of rare Port, Cognac, Vintage Wine and occasionally, ...

Creating Creating loving relationships takes work, and sometimes you need extra support when you reach a bump in the road. Aspire Health Services LLC offers caring and professional short-term therapy that empowers couples to meet the challenges they face and develop stronger relationships. To further that goal, the practice recently launched a new blog at: http://www.aspirehealth.com/blog. The new blog was designed to educate and support those looking for couples counseling in New Jersey or other mental health services. On the blog, Ellen Deckoff, MSW, LCSW, shines ...

With competition getting fierce in the online gambling market, it stands to reason that top brands in the business will seek out ways to make their products even more attractive. As such, players responded in delight when All Jackpots Casino, the Kahnawake licensed online casino announced that it was making strides in the mobile gambling industry by launching the brand new, Android and Apple compatible All Jackpots Mobile Casino. "We're living in a mobile world, and mobile apps for just about everything are in high demand. All Jackpots Casino's new mobile casino ...

Dr. Osmani Diaz, dentist in Pembroke Pines, is happy to be offering patients with a clear alternative to the conventional braces. With Invisalign, there are no brackets or wires so no one can tell when patients are wearing them. Invisalign is perfect for teenagers and adults alike to provide beautiful, straight teeth. "I am very glad that our practice is offering Invisalign. This product has become more and more popular because of the fact that patients do not need to hide their smiles while straightening them. Invisalign is proven to be effective and I hope our ...

Dr. Jonathan Eagle, dentist in Grand Rapids, is pleased to invite patients to leave reviews of their time spent at his practice on various search engines such as Google, Yahoo! Yelp and Citysearch. To share their experiences, patients are encouraged to leave testimonials and reviews by visiting Google or any other popular search engine. The availability of the reviews online also allows fellow patients to read how their experiences were with Dr. Eagle, family dentist in Grand Rapids. "It is important for me to see my patient's honest opinion after receiving our ...

Dr. Jonathan Eagle, dentist in Grand Rapids, is advising against oral piercings to all of his patients, especially ones in their teens. Oral piercings are a popular trend in today's society but it is important to realize that they can cause long-term consequences such as cracked or chipped teeth. "It is important for me to educate my patients on the dangers of oral piercings. Some parents might think they are harmless, when in fact they can cause serious damage to teeth that can be expensive to treat. I hope all of my patients ask themselves if the risk is work ...

Stratos Jet Charters, one of the fastest growing private jet charter companies in the nation, is pleased to announce the newest air carrier added to their innovative Approved Vendor Program. Based in the Los Angeles area, their newest vendor provides world class private jet charter service to and from San Luis Obispo (SBP), Santa Barbara (SBA), Van Nuys (VNY), Long Beach (LGB) and all other Los Angeles area airports. The unique Approved Vendor Program is unlike any other in the jet charter industry. To be included as an approved vendor with Stratos Jets, Part 135 Air ...

New Jersey bill would ratchet up sentences for child porn convictions On March 18, the New Jersey Senate passed a bill that could have important implications for anyone accused of possessing child pornography or distributing child pornography. While the bill still needs to clear the New Jersey Assembly and be signed by the governor to become law, so far it has received broad bipartisan support; it flew through the Senate on a unanimous vote, and is not likely to lose momentum. Mandatory sentences, expanded definition of distribution of child pornography The new ...

Fatal 2 car, truck accident on I80 reportedly caused by wrong-way, drunk driver A terrible confluence of events led to a deadly accident on Interstate 80 earlier this month. A man driving a minivan allegedly got behind the wheel while under the influence of alcohol. The resulting motor vehicle accident caused one fatality and involved three vehicles. According to police reports, the minivan driver -- who is from Chicago -- drove west in the eastbound lanes of Interstate 80. He drove straight into another car, causing the vehicle to spin into the median. While in the ...

Sacramento distracted driving awareness campaign in full effect Sacramento residents are likely to be familiar with the phrase "Phone in one hand; ticket in the other." The slogan is part of the media campaign aimed at informing California motorists of the consequences of driving while distracted. Last year, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced two pilot programs -- in Sacramento, California and Delaware -- to spread awareness about the dangers of distracted driving. The federal government provided $2.4 million for agencies in those two states ...

Parents can be dangerous drivers All it takes is a cry, a giggle, a dropped toy or pacifier. If you are a motorist who routinely transports your kids, you may find your loved ones as a distraction on the road. Nevertheless, it is important to keep your attention on the task of driving. According to Distraction.gov, 3,331 people were killed in car accidents involving a distracted driver in 2011. Furthermore, an additional 387,000 individuals were injured in motor vehicle crashes caused by inattentive motorists in this same year. A study from the Safe Kids Worldwide ...

Cross collateralization can leave people with hard choices in bankruptcy Credit unions are a popular alternative to traditional banks for many people. Members say they enjoy an atmosphere that is more focused on the customer and the better rates they can sometimes get on loans and savings accounts. However, credit unions often use cross collateralization with their loans, which can be detrimental to the borrower, especially when the borrower is seeking discharge of his or her debts in Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Chapter 7 bankruptcy Chapter 7 bankruptcy is a valuable ...

US Supreme Court to decide if warrantless blood draws OK in DWI cases Earlier this year, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a case involving the right of those suspected of driving while under the influence to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures. The case before the Supreme Court stemmed from an incident in which a driver was pulled over by a police officer for speeding. The law enforcement official believed the driver was under the influence of alcohol and performed field sobriety tests. The motorist refused a request to take a breathalyzer, ...

First U.S. Actos trial underway in California Superior Court In early March 2013, the first trial of a lawsuit involving the diabetes drug, Actos, began in a Los Angeles courtroom. The case involves a type 2 diabetes patient who took Actos to treat his diabetes symptoms and then developed bladder cancer. The plaintiff sued Takeda Pharmaceuticals, the drug manufacturing giant based in Osaka, Japan, alleging that the company hid evidence of a dangerous link between its drug and a heightened chance of developing bladder cancer. A Bloomberg article details early testimony ...

U.S. Supreme Court decides one of two drug-sniffing dog cases The use of drug-sniffing dogs seems commonplace to police work these days, but certain constitutional issues regarding the Fourth Amendment's protection from unreasonable search and seizure involving drug-sniffing dogs have not yet been resolved. The resolution of these issues is profound for criminal defense purposes. Near the end of last year, the U.S. Supreme Court heard two cases on the potential limits to police using drug-sniffing dogs. The first dealt with the reasonableness of a warrantless search ...

Child pornography cases increasing in Washington Few crimes receive as much attention in the media as child pornography charges. If the offender has any occupation that provides access to children, there will be additional pressure on prosecutors to obtain a conviction. Because these cases have such a high-profile, many of the suspects are presumed guilty before they have an opportunity to offer a defense against the accusations. This can impact a person's entire life - families can be ruined, jobs and professional licenses may be in jeopardy, and this is before any ...

Wisconsin's new child pornography law faces criticism In 2012, a new law was enacted in Wisconsin that imposes a mandatory prison sentence for individuals convicted of the charge of possessing child pornography. In an attempt to ensure consistency in sentencing, the law requires individuals to be sentenced to three years in prison in almost all circumstances. As the new law is being applied to new cases, however, some judges and other members of the court system say this one-size-fits-all approach is not appropriate. Under the old law, judges had the discretion to ...

Defending theft crimes - a look beyond the legal system Theft crimes often have a mental health connection. Studies have shown that addictive/compulsive behaviors like those present in substance abuse cases are often seen in those who compulsively commit theft crimes such as shoplifting. For others, there may be some traumatic event that contributes to the urge to steal. Recognizing that theft is not just a legal issue changes the focus to a holistic approach in the defense of this criminal charge. Competing considerations Obviously, anyone facing theft charges ...

When prescription medicine hurts instead of helps the patient Doctors, nurses, hospitals and pharmacists have the duty to see that medication is prescribed carefully and appropriately, filled accurately and administered correctly. The stakes couldn't be higher: prescription mistakes can cause injury, death and addiction. Medical professionals are expected to adhere to the reasonable standards and practices of others within in their specialties in their communities. Failure to do so may open them up to medical malpractice liability. Patient screening In contemplation ...