Most New York drivers understand that an intoxicated driving conviction or a serious traffic violation can come with a heavy fine and even jail time. However, there are a whole host of other consequences that can severely complicate a driver's life. For example, most drivers will see significant increases in their insurance rates. Commercial drivers may lose their license and their profession. In addition, New York law requires most drivers convicted of serious traffic offenses to pay a "driver responsibility assessment." Essentially, a driver responsibility ...

Several municipalities in Texas are taking steps to place more restrictions on registered sex offenders. These local ordinances are supported by some, but discouraged by others. Restrictions on Registered Sex Offenders The restrictions being placed on those with a sex offense basically extend to those who live around "child safety zones." These zones are off limits when a sex offender is on probation or parole, and regulate that the person cannot be within 500 feet of children. These restrictions, however, are lifted once the person completes probation or ...

Purchasing insurance coverage against the a person's death or loss of abilities is seldom a simple process, and a variety of unexpected factors might arise only when filing a life insurance or disability insurance policy claim. While one remedy for many policyholders might be a bad faith insurance claim, acquiring a comprehensive understanding of policy limits in advance is always a sound strategy. One type of insurance that is often available through employment plans and other sources is accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance. These policies, which ...

A brain health organization recently announced the results of a study of traumatic brain injuries. By looking at 500 veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, the research concluded that brain injury symptoms did not subside over the course of eight years. Instead, the veterans reported slightly worse conditions over the course of time. This research draws more attention to traumatic brain injuries as "invisible wounds." Even though veterans with brain injuries may look completely whole and healthy on the outside, painful and frustrating consequences can continue ...

The Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Airport Hotel (North, I-85) offers nearby lodging to educators attending the Georgia Educational Technology Conference (GaETC) 2012. The event will take place November 7-9, 2012 at Georgia International Convention Center. Striving to educate through technology, the Convention is celebrating its 25th year. The 2012 program will include: - Featured speakers - Sessions and workshops - Student showcase - Leadership Luncheon - Exhibitors' hall Registration is required to attend the GaETC 2012. Visit gaetc.org for information and ...

The Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Airport Hotel North announces a new Park, Stay, and Fly package for guests to enjoy. The package is perfect for those needing to leave their vehicle while on a trip. Book the Park, Stay and Fly package and receive parking and airport shuttle service included in your stay. Package is available for stays now through October 31, 2013. Request plan code "P1" when booking; some restrictions may apply. "Ranked as the world's busiest airport, parking at the Atlanta International Airport can be a hassle. This package is great because ...

Premier Surfaces, an Atlanta granite countertop company, encourages builders and do-it-yourself renovators to purchase their next granite countertop from the professional specialty showroom at Premier Services. A specialty showroom, such as Premier Surfaces, has an intimate knowledge of their product and can answer those difficult questions that big box home improvement stores may not be able to answer. "Premier Surfaces has a large collection of granite to choose from, making it possible for customers to find exactly what they are looking for," states Dara ...

Providence Insurance Group would like to take some time to discuss how important it is to have Georgia small business health insurance for the upcoming flu season. In recent years it has become very clear that the best approach to wellness is preventative care. For flu season, this can mean getting a flu shot, following healthy lifestyle behaviors, and heading to the doctor when you feel just a little ill, before it gets too serious. One of the top reasons that people in Atlanta end up neglecting the easiest of these steps, like going in for a flu shot, is that they ...

The makers of natural weight loss supplement Healthe Trim would like to offer some tips on how you can avoid gaining weight during tailgating season. Tailgates and football parties are excellent opportunities to spend time with friends and family and enjoy delicious food. However, the more appetizing the food, the greater the tendency to overindulge, making it a common time for unwanted weight gain. Luckily, by following these suggestions from the makers of the popular natural diet pill Healthe Trim, it should not be too difficult to eat smart and stay healthy this ...

Craftmark Solid Surfaces, an Atlanta granite countertops supplier, celebrates the idea of using granite in outdoor living spaces. From outdoor kitchen areas to walkways, the team at Craftmark can help you design your living space with durable and attractive granite. The team at Craftmark understands that design and durability are important to homeowners, and they encourage homeowners to invest in granite countertops. Granite countertops are both long-lasting and attractive additions to any backyard, and the knowledgeable staff at Craftmark can help homeowners find the ...

Angelica Corporation knows that the greatest fear many people have going into the hospital is that they will come out worse than they went in. Once of the ways that happens is with the prevalence of staph and MRSA infections that get their start in hospitals. One of the best ways to alleviate this common fear is via an appropriate healthcare linen service. Since most hospital patients will be spending a great deal of time in bed, hospital linen services that offer sanitizing of sheets, blankets and pillow cases can both destroy that fear and help prevent the spread of ...

Kitchen supply store Kitchen Inspire would like to discuss the many benefits of using dishes made of melamine for your restaurant. One of the greatest features of melamine dishes is that they are extremely difficult to break. If you are tired of hearing that frustrating sound of a dish shattering, making an extremely unpleasant environment for your guests, a cleanup job that interrupts your usual service, and another item that needs to be replaced, than melamine can really help. You dishes will not necessarily be shatterproof, but little accidents will probably just ...

4t Networks have developed a simplified way to handle disaster recovery and backup by utilizing Veeam. Veeam gives you a cohesive data protection strategy, so your data will be safe even during a disastrous event. Disasters can be caused by any number of factors, such as human error, weather, computer viruses, or malicious hackers. Having a good backup and disaster recovery plan is absolutely critical to protecting your data and your business. Luckily, this does not have to be a complicated process. With Veeam, you get replication with fast, flexible, and reliable ...

Tampa residents struggled during July, with 1,272 individuals and families filing for bankruptcy during that month. The Tampa bankruptcy attorneys Clark & Washington see these numbers as offering hope to families who feel alone in considering bankruptcy. It's all too common for Tampa residents to feel alone when they are considering bankruptcy. They often are concerned that they are making the wrong decision or that they will be looked upon harshly for filing for bankruptcy. The compassionate bankruptcy attorneys at Clark & Washington understand that making the ...

McCart Insurance, a leading Georgia health insurance provider and broker of Coventry One health insurance, wishes to explain to the public that buying health insurance should not be considered a do-it-yourself process. Endless conversations with insurance providers can leave consumers confused about which company to choose and which plans appropriately fit their needs without exceeding them. The experienced brokers at McCart Insurance encourage clients to do their homework and due diligence before purchasing affordable health insurance in Georgia. However, clients should ...

Attorneys Clark & Washington know that relentless calls from bill collectors and robbing Peter to pay Paul can negatively affect your health, your well-being and your hope for tomorrow. When the mortgage is behind or the credit card company is calling daily about past due bills, it can be hard to get out of bed much less imagine a time when things will get better. Talking to an Atlanta bankruptcy attorney is one way families can start to regain hope. Filing a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy can immediately stop harassing phone calls and even wage garnishments. ...

Atlanta plumbing company Plumb Xpress Plumbing and Drain would like to inform customers in the Canton area that they offer emergency plumbing in Canton. If you have ever had a plumbing emergency, you are aware of how critical a quick solution can be. That is why these Canton plumbers will be at your door in less than 90 minutes after you call for help. And, once there, most issues can be fixed the very same day, often within just an hour. Even if you have a major issue, like if you need a sewer line repair, you can expect the job to be wrapped up in only a few days. This ...

CocktailNerd.com, a popular electronic cigarette review site, has posted several Halloween discount codes for top-rated smokeless cigarettes. Many e-cig companies give discounts around holidays, but finding them can sometimes be tricky. CocktailNerd has done the work for their visitors by putting every Halloween sale its review team could find in one place. Discounted brands include V2 Cigs, Vapor Couture, Green Smoke, Premium E Cigarettes and Firebrand. The discounts can be applied to nearly all products including electronic cigarette cartridges, starter kits and accessories. ...

McCusker & Company, a leading worldwide provider of extended warranty services for the consumer electronics industry, is doubling down for the 2013 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. The company is expanding its marketing outreach for the show to its highest level ever. "CES 2013, which is the primary international showcase for personal electronics, will be a very important event for our companies. As in the past, we see this event as setting the stage for our future activities," said McCusker & Company Chief Executive Officer Will L. McCusker. ...

McCusker & Company, a leading worldwide provider of extended warranty services, today announced that it has been granted a service contract provider license from the Puerto Rico Office of the Insurance Commissioner. "This is a key milestone in the expansion of our international operations," said McCusker & Company Chief Executive Officer Will L. McCusker. "We are excited about the opportunity to acquire additional licenses and dramatically grow our sales and operations around the globe." The granting of the service contract provider license ...

The first departure is a three-night cruise to Belgium and Guernsey departing on Aurora on May 18 with prices starting at GBP299 per person. The second sailing will see Russell Watson perform on superliner Azura on a four-night cruise departing on July 5, calling at the same destinations. Prices are from GBP399pp. In addition to the performance, passengers on Azura can book pre- or post-performance dinner in celebrity chef Atul Kochhar's Sindhu restaurant, or Marco Pierre White's Cafe Bordeaux on Aurora (click here for more info on P&O Cruises dining experiences). The ...

Eonsmoke, a popular brand of e-cigarettes has just secured debt financing with an undisclosed mid-western financial institution to fuel further expansion of the Eonsmoke brand. The proceeds will be used for general working capital purposes. Eonsmoke has introduced 14 flavors in the past two years in operations and is planning to introduce several more. "We've expanded tremendously the past 12 months due to our corrugated plastic marketing strategy, introductions of new product flavors, and additional distribution throughout the United States," said Gregory ...

Bruegger's Bagels announced today that it will donate nearly $125,000 to Share Our Strength's Dine Out For No Kid Hungry campaign, as a result of a month-long fundraising drive on the brand's Facebook page and through coupon book sales in the company's 300-plus bakeries across the U.S. Bruegger's customers clicked and couponed in record numbers this year, allowing the bagel bakery to meet its aggressive fundraising goal - quadruple the amount raised in 2011. "Bruegger's employees and its guests pulled out all the stops this year in the fight against childhood ...

All health care workers in health care institutions should be vaccinated with the annual influenza vaccine to protect patients, argues an editorial in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal). "Each season, 20% of health care workers get influenza, and 28% of young healthy adults who get it have asymptomatic or subclinical infections," writes Dr. Ken Flegel, Senior Associate Editor, CMAJ. "Some of them may shed virus up to a day before symptoms appear. It is time that all people who work in a health care institution be vaccinated." In Canada, there are approximately ...

BOSTON -- An oral rinse of the antidepressant doxepin significantly eased pain associated with oral mucositis in patients receiving radiation therapy for cancers of the head and neck, a study led by Mayo Clinic found. The findings were presented at the American Society for Radiation Oncology annual meeting in Boston. MULTIMEDIA ALERT: A video interview with Dr. Miller is available for journalists to download on the Mayo Clinic News Network. "Oral mucositis or mouth sores is a painful and debilitating side effect of radiation therapy," says principal investigator Robert ...