Cork-based design & printing company Upper Case have recently celebrated 25 years in business. Upper Case was originally founded as a typesetting and scanning bureau servicing the advertising, marketing and print sectors in 1988. In 1998 they evolved to become the first digital design/print bureau outside Dublin. The business expanded rapidly and in 2000 they invested EUR300,000 for its first digital production press. One year later they won their first Irish Print award for best digital print. Upper Case is Ireland's most decorated digital print agency, with ...

Premier Gifts brings in a range of quality gift products in partnership with Authentic Models this year. The company is launching their gift products in the forthcoming months along with their wide range of products available on their website. The Netherlands-based company Authentic Models provides objects and inspiration for the interiors industry coming up with an extraordinarily wide range of furniture, lighting and accessories that brings beauty and elegance to many homes. The product ranges from 1930s movie studios nautical lamps, gorgeous steamer trunks converted ...

Celebrating the win of the Gold Customer Service Award for 2013, Cash2Go, a trading name of First Stop Money, has prided itself on continuously providing customers with outstanding service and they are now able to showcase their success. The Gold Service Awards was established to recognise and congratulate Australian businesses for their innovative and positive attitude towards customers. Through customers voting, the end result was Cash2Go. Cash2Go offers Payday loans of up to $800AUD. With a quick and easy application form, they have been able to help thousands of ...

Mr. Ticket, traffic ticket attorney, now offers a free consultation for drivers who have received a traffic citation in Los Angeles County. This complimentary consultation allows drivers who are not sure whether they have a case for contesting their ticket can receive free advice before they decide to pursue their case in court. Police officers In Los Angeles County routinely issue tickets for a number of traffic violations, including reckless driving, hit and run, DUI or DWI, speeding, red light violations, failure to yield, failure to stop at a stop sign, driving without ...

In an effort to force the U.S. into the 21st century -- and to save itself billions of dollars -- the government switched all recipients of federal benefit checks to an electronic deposit system. The U.S. Treasury Department established a March 1, 2013 deadline for those who receive their government benefit checks by mail to enroll for electronic delivery of monthly checks. Federal benefits affected The change affects those who receive federal payments such as: - Social Security - Supplemental Security Income (SSI) - Disability Insurance Benefits (SSD or DIB) - ...

Within the hustle and bustle of the 2013 legislative session, North Carolina lawmakers are proposing significant changes to the criminal justice system. Some of the most noteworthy bills concern charges and sentences associated with drunk driving. Ignition interlock devices House Bill 43 would make North Carolina the 15th state to require ignition interlock devices for anyone convicted of driving while impaired. Ignition interlocks test a person's blood-alcohol level before allowing a car to start. North Carolina's current law requires the devices for many repeat ...

The ending of a relationship is often a very difficult time emotionally for all parties involved. If the couple has children, it will be necessary to determine child custody and parenting time agreements that allows parents to remain a part of the lives of their children. Sometimes parents are able to work out an arrangement to submit to the court for approval. However, if they are unable to come to an agreement on their own, the court will issue an order that both parties may dislike. Once child custody has been established, it can be very difficult to change and it ...

Back in 2005, the federal government made a number of important changes to the bankruptcy laws. The changes were encompassed in the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act, a landmark piece of legislation that reframed the way in which most people thought about filing for bankruptcy. Many people incorrectly thought that it was impossible to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection after 2005. Not long after that legislation was passed came the onset of the so-called "Great Recession" that our country is still feeling the effects of today. This ...

Police have a lot of power when investigating alleged criminal activity. If they suspect an individual may be involved in the distribution of illegal drugs, they will often conduct extensive investigations into the suspect. Despite these powers, police must still adhere to the rights afforded to citizens in the U.S. Constitution, specifically protections against searches and seizures that would violate the Fourth Amendment. A recent Supreme Court case addressed the use of drug-detecting dogs to establish probable cause to search a vehicle in a Florida traffic stop. After ...

Social workers are an invaluable resource to the millions of Americans struggling with illness, disability, poverty, abuse, addiction and innumerable other life hurdles. Social workers help these individuals manage their stress, connect socially and get access to programs and resources that can help them lead full and active lives. But for all the good social workers do, they also face very high levels of stress. Many social workers get close to their clients, and it can be hard to watch them struggle in the face of adversity when they are deserving of so much more. ...

The next time you see someone talking on a cell phone while navigating traffic -- or you catch yourself reaching for your own phone while behind the wheel -- here's a little food for thought: A National Highway Traffic Safety report found that distracted driving contributed to 10 percent of all fatal crashes in the United States in 2010 and 18 percent of all car accidents with injuries. What does that mean in actual numbers? It means that 416,000 people were injured and 3,092 people lost their lives in distracted driving crashes. Distracted driving includes cell phone ...

In difficult economic times, it can be a challenge for people to make ends meet. It can be even harder for those with disabilities to make enough money to provide for themselves and their families. A January 2013 study conducted by a federal agency showed that disability often plays a role in "food insecurity." Food insecurity When an adult in a home has a disability, it can be difficult for families to afford basic necessities. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, almost 15 percent of the household in the U.S. had trouble getting enough to eat ...

As mass shootings continue to plague our movie theaters, shopping malls and even schools, voices on either side of the gun control debate have grown louder. In many cases, gun control and gun rights advocates have struggled to find common ground. Those advocating for stricter gun control measures have suggested requiring universal background checks and placing restrictions on the size of magazines. Others who oppose gun ownership restrictions -- including at least one state representative in Missouri -- have resisted proposed gun control laws, including those that would ...

Recently, the Colorado Supreme Court reversed a centuries-old rule governing the use of confessions as evidence in criminal cases. The standard for admitting confessions as evidence in such cases has been the corpus delicti rule. "Corpus delicti" literally translates to the "body of the crime." In other words, the rule requires the admission of evidence -- besides the confession -- to prove that a crime actually occurred. The confession alone is not sufficient to show a crime was committed. In overturning the rule, the Colorado Supreme Court elaborated ...

Given the frequency of sinkholes in the Sunshine State, many Florida residents are well aware of the damage these craters can cause - everything from ruined landscaping to entire homes being swallowed up. However, a recent sinkhole scare at a local Tampa university demonstrated yet another potential hazard that may be linked to Florida sinkholes; namely, possible water contamination. USF boil water order According to the University of South Florida's (USF) newspaper - The Oracle - a boil water notice was recently issued after university officials received several ...

Despite a nationwide focus on decreasing the number of accidents caused by distracted drivers -- including public awareness campaigns with slogans such as "Stop the Texts, Stop the Wrecks," -- statistics show the frequency of distracted driving collisions is on the rise. According to a Missouri State Highway Patrol sergeant, distracted drivers are now the primary cause of motor vehicle accidents in the state. In 2011, the Missouri State Highway Patrol reported that distracted driving accidents led to 153 fatalities and approximately 10,000 personal injuries. ...

As new reports have revealed that a rising number of younger women are being diagnosed with breast cancer, the role of radiologists in ensuring the health of women in Ohio and across the country is as important as ever. According to a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, the number of women under 40 with breast cancer has increased by approximately 2 percent every year since the 1970s. In 2009, 2.9 out of every 100,000 women in the U.S. between the ages of 25 to 39 were diagnosed with advanced stages of breast cancer. This study was ...

One of the more recent technological advancements in the criminal justice world is DNA analysis. More and more frequently, especially in Texas, DNA evidence gathered from a crime scene is used to identify someone who may have been present. It is also used to exclude someone from consideration as a suspect or to save him or her from a wrongful conviction. DNA evidence in criminal cases DNA stands for deoxyribonucleic acid, and DNA is present in almost every cell of the human body. An individual's DNA is the same in many types of cells, such as saliva, blood, skin tissue, ...

For most people, it's not convenient to get a call from a debt collector. That's why federal law places restrictions on when a collections agent may contact a debtor regarding a call, prohibits debt collector harassment, and regulates other aspects of the debt collection industry. The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) is the primary piece of legislation that regulates debt collection in the U.S. The FDCPA is Title VIII of the Consumer Credit Protection Act, which was added in 1978. The FDCPA has the following objectives: - ...

According to an end-of-year report from the New York City Police Department, 1,306 pedestrians were hurt or killed in motor vehicle crashes in 2012, with 16 deaths. It turns out that this is actually positive news for the city. According to a January 2013 Department of Transportation report, the number of pedestrian fatalities and serious injuries was down significantly since 2001 - by 28 percent. And the reduction becomes more significant if one looks at earlier numbers. For example, the worst years for pedestrian fatalities were between 1920 and 1940. In the decade ...

Social media has become a central part of our lives. It is much more than a way to connect with friends or potential jobs. Twitter "tweets" now make appearances on newscasts and Facebook "likes" sprinkle across the Web. It shouldn't be a surprise, then, that Facebook, Twitter, Google+ and other social media outlets are also showing up in the courtroom. Take, for example, a young adult who admitted to drunk driving in a Facebook post by saying: "Drivin drunk.... Classic. ;-) but to whoever's vehicle I hit, I am sorry :P" (published in the ...

The Knoxville bankruptcy professionals at Clark & Washington recognize that even the rich and fabulous can fall from grace at one point or another. Zsa Zsa Gabor, a famous socialite and actress, found the unfortunate truth in this. War of Words Even though she was married nine times, divorced seven and had one marriage annulled, it was a libel lawsuit that made the renowned actress declare bankruptcy, not one of her famous divorces. Her prolonged feud with German-born actress, Elke Sommer, which began in 1984, finally spiraled into a very costly libel suit when ...

On February 2, 2013 Michael Ian Vargo won Playboy TV's newest reality show "The Man" Tournament of Champions Finale! A Playboy TV provocative reality dating show: The Man, where self-proclaimed Casanovas who are convinced they are Gods gift to even the most insatiable women, are put to the real test to prove that they, indeed, should be crowned, The Man. The show consist of three rounds: An introduction kiss, stimulating game, and spending alone time in the bedroom with two gorgeous female judges. After the intimate and final round in the bedroom "the close", ...

Adventure Travels of Pompano Beach announced today the launch of a new River Cruise Division and website; CheapRiverCruises.net to better serve the river cruising market with certified River Cruise Experts and a dedicated website. "The River Cruise market has matured and needs specialized agents. We have created a separate division, and have trained and certified our most experienced agents in the art of river cruising," said Glenda Clark, Vice President of Sales & Marketing. River cruises, a new favorite among seasoned travelers, are a great way to ...

Capsa Solutions, a leading provider of computer and healthcare storage cart products for healthcare facilities, today introduced three new product offerings at the annual HIMSS13 Conference and Exposition in New Orleans. The NEW AX Series Monitor Arms and Wall Mount System expands Capsa's reach into the health IT and point-of-care computing category where they currently offer a wide breadth of mobile computing carts and workstations. "The AX Series line is a natural extension to expand our portfolio of products that enable computing hardware and health IT directly ...