South Carolina State Troopers Report Fewer Summer Traffic Fatalities Personal injuries and wrongful deaths resulting from car accidents, truck accidents and motorcycle accidents are a tragic fact of life in South Carolina. However, some good news was recently announced by the South Carolina Highway Patrol, which released traffic wreck figures for the high-travel 100 days of summer. State troopers reported a reduction in summer traffic fatalities, a time of the year when many families hit the road for vacations and activities. Overall 2012 traffic fatalities in South ...

New York Court: Viewing Child Pornography Not the Same as Possession Possessing child pornography is a serious crime in New York. However, in the age of the Internet, it is sometimes unclear what "possession" really means. Is it enough to simply visit a webpage that contains illicit material? Or does a person need to take affirmative steps to download or otherwise save the prohibited images? The New York Court of Appeals recently addressed this issue, holding that simply visiting a webpage that contains child pornography is not enough to support a conviction. The ...

Tennessee Motor-Vehicle Accident Numbers on the Rise This Year It only takes a few minutes of online searching to discover information about recent Tennessee motor-vehicle accidents: -A 16-year-old teenage girl from Seymour and one of her pastors died in a fiery head-on collision while riding home in a van from a Gatlinburg church retreat. -A 60-year-old Bradley County woman died when her car hit another that was traveling toward her the wrong way in the wrong lane after dark with the headlights off. The other driver is being investigated for possible drug use. ...

Social Security Disability Insurance: Worth Fighting For People know that money is deducted from their paychecks and sent to the federal government for Social Security, and most assume this means they will receive monthly retirement benefits in their golden years. What many are not aware of is that the Social Security program is even a broader safety net than that cast by retirement benefits. The law provides for monthly disability insurance benefits for workers if they become disabled from working before retirement age. According to the Social Security Administration, ...

To ensure that a criminal defense case has the greatest possible outcome, defendants should entrust a team of expert lawyers with the tools and experience required for complex criminal matters. In Tampa, Florida, the attorneys at O'Brien Hatfield, P.A., go out of their way for clients. This dynamic duo has a history of high-profile successes. For example, defense attorney Mark O'Brien was recently able to reduce the potential sentence for a defendant in a newsworthy case involving accusations of child pornography and rape. Specifically, a former assistant cruise director ...

On Friday, October 19, Philadelphia personal injury lawyer Dean Weitzman of Silvers, Langsam & Weitzman, P.C., - also known as My Philly Lawyer - will present a continuing education seminar to the Pennsylvania Association of Paralegals (PAP) on the influence of social media on litigation and trial strategy. As social media - such as Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and G+, among others - have seemingly become a part of everyday life, their impact on the courtroom cannot be overlooked. Particularly in Philadelphia personal injury lawsuits, statements made on social media ...

The high-profile split of Hollywood stars Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes has brought to the forefront an issue that most couples might not consider when thinking of divorce: how religious beliefs and dogma might influence the dissolution of a marriage. No one knows for sure if the split of "Tom-Kat" is a direct result of Tom's steadfast belief in the teachings of Scientology, but the issue of whether differing faiths could "make or break" a marriage is an important one that bears further scrutiny. What Role Does Religion Play in a Marriage? Traditionally, ...

General Motors offered to buy back Chevrolet Volt vehicles after a defect investigation was opened into the car's battery. The National Highway Safety Administration opened the investigation after two Volt batteries caught on fire following crash simulations. The first battery caught on fire three weeks following a simulation. The second battery caught on fire only a week later. In yet another simulated crash, a battery emitted smoke and a spark. There is currently no explanation for the battery fires. To appease customer concerns, GM offered free loaner vehicles ...

It may not be surprising to learn that bicycle and pedestrian accidents in New York City are commonplace, but the statistics are upsetting. While pedestrians account for approximately 11.4 percent of traffic deaths in the United States, that percentage jumps to 49.6 percent in New York. Bicycle statistics are not much better; bicyclists account for 6.1 percent of all traffic deaths in New York City, three times the U.S. average. (See the data in this 2012 road safety study by the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute.) New York, of course, has many ...

An estimated 1.7 million Americans sustain a traumatic brain injury (TBI) each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A traumatic brain injury can occur from any type of trauma to the head, and some of the most common causes are auto accidents, falls and being struck by objects. Maritime workers who often work under dangerous conditions with heavy equipment may be at increased risk for traumatic brain injuries from falls, falling objects and other hazards of work at sea. Injuries at Sea Maritime workers work on many different types of ...

Cloud hosting company 4t Networks is pleased to announce that it is partnering with Semaphore Co to provide customers with flat-fee Disaster Recovery assessments. Though disaster can happen to anyone at any time, with causes ranging from human error, a virus, hackers, or even natural disaster like hurricanes, many companies are not properly prepared with a viable disaster recovery plan. While no one expects disaster to actually strike, preparing yourself beforehand is much easier than dealing with the repercussions that can arise afterwards without a Disaster Recovery ...

4t Networks wishes to encourage those in North Carolina to be prepared with a viable backup and disaster recovery plan. Chances are that if you reside in North Carolina, you already know how truly devastating a hurricane can be to the physical structure and inventory of a business. In today's world, however, the virtual damage that a hurricane can do is often equally as harmful. In response to this heightened risk that comes with hurricane season, 4t Networks is raising awareness and helping organizations to protect themselves by offering a 50 percent discount off ...

Atlanta dumpster rental company Haul Masters would like to remind the public that the company also offers full service junk removal in Atlanta, GA. With Haul Masters, full service really does mean full service. This includes on-time pick up even for same day services, all lifting and loading no matter where you need things removed from, the removal of almost anything you would like removed, and even the sorting and recycling or donating of all salvageable goods and materials. The benefits of full service junk removal are many. One of the biggest advantages is that ...

Atlanta bus charter Samson Trailways would like to inform customers that they now offer athletic transportation for schools. School related athletic events require an incredible amount of transportation. Athletes will need to be picked up and dropped off at games, picked up from the airport and dropped off at whatever their overnight accommodations are, and taken safely home again when it is all over. You can make this whole process, which can sometimes be quite chaotic, particularly on a game day, much easier on yourself and on the teams by hiring a charter bus to ...

If you grew up watching football live in the stands, you know there's something about the crisp autumn air that makes the game just a little bit better. Atlanta landscape design company Property Masters Landscape & Design encourages you to bring that stadium feel to your home by adding an outdoor viewing area for your football and tailgating parties. Property Masters Landscape & Design can create an outdoor patio in Atlanta that is perfect for hosting a football party to watch your favorite college or professional football games. The addition of an outdoor screening ...

Atlanta limousine rental company Metro Limo understands the grape crush is an important time of year at a vineyard. This is the time when grapes are harvested and first crushed to start the wine-making process. From August to October, vineyards are hard at work, but that doesn't mean they aren't still open for business. During the grape crush can be a great time to visit a vineyard and see what goes into making your favorite wines or learn to love some new ones with a North Georgia vineyard tour. Using a limousine to coordinate and navigate your fall winery tour is ...

On a contract job, the waste produced is usually far more than traditional curbside disposal services are willing to pick up. Most garbage companies have limits on the amount of trash that they will haul away and some even refuse to pick up construction waste. Unlike many other garbage companies, Atlanta dumpster rental company GreenStar Waste is willing to work with contractors to ensure that the job's waste is properly removed. Atlanta roll off dumpsters can be surprisingly affordable in comparison to other haul-away services, making them a boon for contractors. The ...

Georgia group health insurance broker Providence Insurance would like to warn you that flu season is on its way, leaving everyone, including your employees, at risk for coming down with this serious illness. As flu season approaches, it is more important than ever to encourage wellness amongst your employees. A sickly staff can cause serious setbacks for a small business, and you do not want to flu to get in the way of your company's growth. To protect your business interests and to keep your team healthy, you can make an effort to handle this problem before it even ...

Atlanta video production company Optimum Productions now has a resources page. It is filled with articles that give great advice on how you can make your video production work a valuable asset to your business. Optimum Productions has a mission to bring the power of uplifting media to Atlanta, and the world. With a philosophy that is very different from most corporate video production companies, Optimum Productions recognizes the widespread effects that media can have on the world, good or bad. Using the highest quality equipment and a skilled team built upon a ...

The auto mechanics at Express Oil Change & Service Center encourage drivers to get their car's oil changed every 3000 miles to maintain the health and life span of your car. Severe and extreme driving conditions, like commuter traffic, can place undue stress on your engine, which can mean that your oil change should occur around every 3000 miles to be protected. Studies have shown that day-to-day commutes, with the stop-and-go traffic, are to most often to blame for increase the wear on your car. Common belief is that cars should have the oil change every 3000 ...

Plumb Xpress, a Marietta plumbing company, offers their services to the Marietta area residents and business owners. If you have a plumbing need, trust the expert team at Plumb Xpress Plumbing and Drain to fix the issue with hours, not days. Plumbing in Marietta can become damaged and backed up over time, and you don't have time to waste when it comes to plumbing. The experienced professionals at Plumb Xpress Plumbing and Drain understand this and offer Marietta a 90-minute guarantee: a Plumb Xpress Plumbing and Drain plumber will be on site within 90 minutes of your ...

Confused.com has teamed up with Brake, the road safety charity, to highlight the benefits and dangers of ''Baby on Board' signs and remind parents about safety for younger passengers. 37% of parents (almost 2 in 5) have displayed a 'Baby on Board' sign either currently or in the past. Now it's time to find out if they are a help or a hazard. Confused.com's new research among 2,000 drivers (50% of whom have children under 16) found that 80% of the parents who use baby on board signs think they improve safety, while 46% of drivers said that 'Baby on Board' signs obscure ...

When your car breaks down, who do you turn to? Why not turn to your local Express Oil Change & Service Center? Express Oil Change & Service Center offers more than just oil changes in Atlanta. The auto mechanics at Express Oil Change & Service Center can offer any driver a professional and knowledgeable staff in auto repair. Sure, Express Oil Change & Service Centers can change the oil in your car, but their staff are also highly qualified auto mechanics. They are your friendly neighborhood mechanics, all in one site. Atlanta auto repair shouldn't ...

McCart Insurance, a premier Georgia health insurance provider and Coventry One health insurance broker, reminds workers of the fixed insurance prices that the state of Georgia sets. If your employer does not provide health insurance, you can find affordable health insurance in Georgia with McCart Insurance. Not every employer provides their employees with the luxury of health insurance, which can leave workers in a precarious situation of needing coverage but not having it. However, the team at McCart Insurance can help these workers find affordable health insurance ...

Atlanta moving company A.C. White Relocations recommends booking your holiday move early. The holidays are a popular time for families to move, and local Atlanta movers book up quickly for the winter holiday season. A.C. White Relocations recommends booking the movers for your holiday move as soon as dates are certain. Atlanta relocation over the holiday season may not seem like the best way to celebrate, but for many people it offers the perfect time. There's little to no need to take a day, or several, off work, and the children are on break from school, making it ...