Illinois Governor Pat Quinn has been quite vocal about his support for a marriage equality measure. But will Governor Quinn's backing be enough to convince outgoing Illinois legislators to support a same-sex marriage bill? The governor seems optimistic that a marriage equality bill could be on his desk by January; according to the Associated Press, at a December 10 press conference, Governor Quinn urged lawmakers in the state House to "vote their conscience" on the issue, and commented that he hopes a marriage equality bill will move forward before January 9. January, ...

Oklahoma takes impaired driving very seriously. A buzz after a couple drinks at a happy hour with co-workers could be enough to put you over the legal blood alcohol content limit of .08. There is little tolerance for underage students who drink alcohol; the legal BAC limit for underage drivers is .02. In one recent case, a Musckogee County judge is facing scrutiny after crafting an unusual sentence for an underage drunk driver. What led up to the unique sentence? In 2011, an intoxicated 17-year old driver hit a tree. His friend, who was riding as a passenger in ...

As everyone knows, many underage U.S. college students drink alcohol. At Penn State and other Pennsylvania colleges and universities, the situation is no different. In fact, the Centre Daily Times reports that in 2011 a shocking 657 college students at Penn State were seen medically for "alcohol overdoses" with an average blood-alcohol content at "an all-time high" of a frightening 0.287. The University of Pennsylvania provides information about the consequences of high BACs. BAC measures the amount of alcohol in a person's blood at a given moment. ...

Despite forecasts for an improving economy, many people in the U.S. will find themselves in a much worse financial situation later this year than they expect. Although 2012 financial reports show a decrease in use of credit cards and overall debt loads for the average consumer, banks and other lenders are loosening their grip on their coffers, making it easier for people to borrow and use credit. The number of filings for bankruptcy in Michigan were down last year, but not because borrowers were being more responsible. With a pending election and a sluggish economy, ...

Seemingly each session, the Supreme Court will hear cases regarding actions by law enforcement personnel in their investigations into drug crimes. The Court is asked to determine if these procedures infringe upon our constitutional rights. Often, the decisions expand the use of police power, making it more difficult for those accused of crime to present a strong defense against the accusations. Recently, the Court heard a case concerning the use of a drug-detecting dog during a Florida traffic stop. This case could lead to many more people being charged with drug crimes. A ...

Unfortunately, the news is becoming all too common of Floridians who die because they or someone else uses cell phones to text behind the wheel. Only 29 years old, a Tampa man died in a single-vehicle crash on a Tuesday evening in November 2012 near the Gandy Bridge in St. Petersburg. His cell phone was found in the front seat displaying an incomplete text message, suggesting that the driver had probably been texting when he lost control of his speeding car. The driver apparently overcorrected after having veered onto the median and hit a power pole and palm trees. He ...

It is a truth universally acknowledged that surgery is something no one wants to go through. However, if it is necessary, patients rightfully expect that the surgeon will exhibit the level of vigilance and competence necessary to make the operation go smoothly and error-free. Unfortunately, a recent study confirms that certain types of surgical errors that surgeons agree should never happen--called "never events"--actually happen more often than you would believe. Never events include egregious mistakes such as accidentally leaving medical tools or equipment ...

It may be one of the most agonizing physical diseases. The pain is more than twice as distressing as a broken bone. It is more excruciating than childbirth or having a limb amputated. The condition is reflex sympathetic dystrophy syndrome (RSD), otherwise known as complex regional pain syndrome. There is very little known about the disease; yet, researchers suspect that the disorder commences with a traumatic injury, such as a car accident. It is estimated 50,000 people develop RSD each year. Research suggests that cause is not only neurological, but also inflammatory ...

There's no feeling like gliding across an open field or tearing over a frozen lake on your favorite snowmobile. For many Minnesotans, snowmobiling is the recreational activity that defines winter, something to look forward to during the long months of cold temperatures and early darkness. Yet, thrilling as it is, snowmobiling can be a dangerous activity; Minnesota snowmobile accidents are all too common. From defective sleds to carelessness by fellow riders, the potential risks to snowmobilers are vast. Defective sleds, reckless snowmobilers, road traffic all serious ...

In September 2012, the Court of Appeals of Oregon opined on issues relating to the division of inherited property pursuant to a divorce. The case sheds light on some important property division issues. Morton v. Morton began when Wife filed for divorce. A lower court awarded Wife spousal support and allocated the couple's property and debts between Husband and Wife. After the case, Husband appealed the property division. The crux of the appeal was Wife's inheritance from her father during the last years of the couple's marriage. In the Court of Appeals, Husband challenged ...

Trucks can be dangerous on Florida's roads and streets. Recently, the city of Tampa was considering a settlement in a lawsuit filed on behalf of a child who was seriously injured by a utility truck driven by a city employee. Child struck by a city truck In November 2009, a four-year-old was riding his tricycle near his home in unincorporated Hillsborough County. This area receives water service from the city of Tampa, and a meter reader for the city was in the neighborhood to check water meters. The meter reader was using a city truck and had been out of the truck ...

According to Chicago police officials, the city ended 2012 with a total of 506 homicides. This number represented an increase of 15 percent from 2011. In the first 16 days of 2013, Chicago logged 25 homicides -- on pace to overtake the 40 homicides recorded a year ago in January of 2012. Yet, even with homicides on the rise, murder convictions are down in the Windy City. Some experts believe that one of the primary reasons is that fewer people have been willing to come forward as witnesses. Witnesses reluctant to talk to Chicago police Twenty years ago, the clearance ...

America's Best understands that most people only think about their eye health if they can't see or if the need a new pair of glasses. But for people over 50, cataracts may be an issue that can cause a deterioration in vision. Understanding the risks and how to detect cataracts can help people over 50 to protect their vision. Cataracts are a clouding of the lens of the eye that can be caused by age, exposure to sunlight, certain medications or injury. Some health conditions may also contribute to the development of cataracts. Cataracts are like a filmy haze that cover ...

Team Pest USA, an Atlanta pest control company, is pleased to announce that it is now offering money back on services for any customer who refers a new customer through its new referral program. Existing customers will receive a $100 credit or discount on their current Team Pest USA account when they refer other homeowners who ultimately become Atlanta termite control, pest control and/or wildlife/exclusion customers with Team Pest USA. Customers can submit referrals by filling out a convenient form online or calling the Team Pest USA office at 770-985-4444. Customers ...

Atlanta workers' compensation attorneys are on Twitter. If there is one website that has exploded in growth in the last couple of years, it is Twitter. This social media platform has experienced unparalleled expansion since it started just a few years ago. Sites like Facebook and Pinterest are noteworthy competitors, but Twitter seems to be in a league of its own. This is why the Atlanta workers' compensation attorneys at Cummings & Middlebrooks decided to create an account for their business. Specializing in Atlanta workers' compensation law, the firm knew there ...

Steelray Software, a leading project viewer software company, is excited to announce their newest release. Project Analyzer 3.2 is a schedule analysis application that customers can use to create, organize and analyze all of their schedules. According to Brian Leach, CEO of the project viewer firm, "It can be considered a one stop shop for all project schedule quality needs. From start to finish, this is one application you don't want to be without." There are many features in this program that can be used individually or in conjunction with one another. Most ...

As we enter the New Year, most of us also take some time to set new personal goals as well as adjust ways of living and thinking that are not benefiting us or our loved ones. By far, the most common New Year's resolution is to lose weight. It's actually become a steady source of income for the health and fitness industries as they prepare for an influx of customers this time each year. Coventry health Georgia cautions consumers to avoid shortsightedness with their fitness goals and seeking assistance from supplements that promise a 'too much, too fast' approach to weight ...

Corporate Colocation, Los Angeles largest independently owned SAS Type II Data Center continued to thrive and expand in 2012 with new growth centered on the Asia Pacific Market for which it is perfectly positioned on the border of the Pacific Rim. Top Tier facilities and a proprietary combination of hot air extraction and air side economizing provide a completive advantage, while reducing harmful C02 Output. Currently Corporate Colocation Inc. occupies over 15,000 Sq. Feet of Data Center Space at 530 West Sixth Street in Los Angeles with additional deployments at ...

Eyelash growth products have become very popular, and offer attractive results, but most consumers are not aware of the vastly different side effects that can result from various active ingredients. While some newer products have no side effects, there are hormone and prostaglandin analog containing formulations that can permanently change eye color (iris discoloration) and turn eyelids darker. Fortunately, it is possible to avoid the side effects of eyelash growth products and select safe options. Option 1 (Good) Latisse is the only product on the market that is dispensed ...

PaySimple, the cloud-based platform for managing and growing small businesses, announced today the launch of three new integrated partners. PaySimple technology now powers the payments, recurring payment plan, invoicing, and financial reporting functionality of three fitness management software systems, including Colorado-based ZenPlanner. The partners built integrations for their software systems through the PaySimple API. PaySimple's API facilitates the development of custom applications, allowing partners to expand their current product offering and interface to ...

Priceless jewels, ice age art, Roman remains, Russian riches, 80s fashion, endangered species, a Bowie bonanza and the science behind the Big Bang. This is just a handful of topics covered by the London museum scene in 2013, which promises to be yet another ground-breaking year. LondonTown.com has left no stone uncovered in its new 244-page guide to London 2013, which includes write-ups of all the major museum exhibitions over the next 12 months and an in-depth article about the must-see shows in the capital. Two blockbuster exhibitions stand out at the British Museum ...

MapsWithMe, debuted in 2011 with the Lite version for iOS, experienced the hockey stick in 2012 by gradually increasing the features set and ultimately releasing the Android version. This year the user base has grown 10 times hitting the 7-digit milestone. MapsWithMe is a mapping tool designed to make their users' travel experience smoother and safer. The maps themselves along with search, bookmarks and other features operate completely offline and do not require Internet connection. Including the maps of all the countries and cities in the world in one compact app ...

The uplifting and spirit strengthening books, "You Are Already Healed!!!" by Pastor Carrie Harper Walton and "The Miracle of Hope: The autobiography of Hope Victoria Walton Charles", by Hope V. W. Charles are available for paperback and electronic book readers alike. The strength of the Walton family's faith led these two women through many potential tragedies that resulted instead in a manifestation of divine miracles. "The Miracle of Hope" is a powerful testament of one women's perseverance through the struggles of life. Written off as ...

If a horror video drops on YouTube and no one watches it, does it make a sound? That's one riddle that's been solved, thanks to MovieScreams.com which curates nothing but horror and sci-fi viral video uploads. And trust me, these deserve an audience. MovieScreams.com, the worlds first online horror film theater is now screening sci-fi and horror videos, with uploads every week that showcase work by video artist, filmmakers, animators, actors, screenwriters and horror fans around the globe. "With this online global initiative, we're not looking for what's 'now,' ...

The Macef Fair 2013 opens in Milan on January 24, 2013, the international exhibition of home furnishing, where the Italian architect Claudio Giuliano www.claudiogiuliano.com will be present there to meet the customers, partners, and hold private consultations about the choice of furnishings and designer pieces for home decor. The fair hosts pavilions for furnishing accessories, interior decorations, designer objects, furniture and equipment for the outdoor decor and silverware for the home. Besides the attractiveness of the fair for what it exhibits, especially the giftware ...