A resolution has been introduced to the New Jersey Legislature to study use of alimony in New Jersey and identify issues that may need reform. The resolution, introduced by Assemblyman Sean Kean and Wayne Deangelo, calls for the creation of a "Blue Ribbon Commission to Study Alimony Reform." The core section of the resolution states: "In particular, the commission would review the scope of State alimony laws as compared with those in other states, trends in alimony awards, whether current economic conditions have affected trends in State alimony ...

Making mistakes is a part of growing up. For most of us, the consequences of our youthful transgressions amount to little more than a scolding from parents, perhaps an apology or some community-minded labor, and a lesson well learned. Yet, for hundreds of inmates in America's penal system, mistakes made as juveniles define their entire adult lives. According to Amnesty International and the Human Rights Watch, the United States is the only country in the world that regularly sentences juveniles to life in prison without the possibility of parole. True, the sentence is ...

Probation officers across South Texas will soon be embracing new technology as a way to keep tabs on DWI offenders. A new portable breathalyzer, the SoberLink, will enable officers to administer tests and learn the offender's location at any time during the day. The device can also take a user's picture, and the built in GPS device provides the location of where the test was taken. Unlike ignition interlock devices, Soberlink provides a number of user conveniences that make BAC testing easier and discreet. It includes text message reminders for testing, real time testing ...

The experts at Consumer Reports found that cars often provide inadequate protection against injuries, especially whiplash, during rear-end crashes. Fortunately, there are several things drivers and passengers can do to make sure they are using their head restraints as effectively as possible. Rear-end crashes occur when one vehicle is hit by another from behind. Injuries can arise from a rear-end crash at as little as 10 miles per hour. Victims of a rear-end crash are especially susceptible to neck injuries like whiplash because the torso is pushed violently forward ...

Across the country, nursing home residents are put on strong antipsychotic medications to treat such ailments as aggression and agitation. Often times, they are given these powerful medications for "off-label" uses without their consent or without the knowledge and consent of family members - sometimes leading to nursing home injuries. Some U.S. legislators would like to change that. Antipsychotic medications are typically used to treat psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia or bi-polar disorder, psychotic symptoms such as delusions and hallucinations, and ...

Michigan criminal defense attorney John Freeman to moderate live webinar "Collateral Consequences of Criminal Convictions" on Wednesday, June 27, 2012; State Bar of Michigan's Institute of Continuing Legal Education. Eligibility There are many requirements that students must meet for federal student loan eligibility. Certain criminal convictions may affect a student's eligibility to receive such loans. To receive federal loans, students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA specifically asks about a student's criminal ...

After successfully opening a second office in Wilmington, North Carolina, to better serve our Wilmington and Fayetteville clients earlier this year, the Roberts Law Group, PLLC, recently launched a Wilmington criminal defense website. We've provided helpful information and resources for those facing criminal charges in and around New Hanover County as well as a blog that will be updated weekly with news and changes in the law related to criminal defense in North Carolina. Roberts Law Group, PLLC, was founded by former New Hanover County Assistant District Attorney Patrick ...

Because each foreign country is a sovereign state, each has its own set of rules, policies, and procedures concerning the admission of United States citizens with criminal convictions into the country. Consequently, it is vital to counsel clients that may travel to foreign countries for business or pleasure that a criminal conviction may prevent entry into a foreign country. Moreover, since each country sets its own rules on the admission of persons with a criminal history, it is critical that attorneys and clients carefully review the rules and regulations of an intended ...

The Hampton Inn Atlanta Airport Hotel North I-85 offers close lodging to NASCAR fans attending the Richard Perry Driving Experience. Taking place at Atlanta Motor Speedway in Hampton, GA July 12-15, 2012, the Driving Experience lets participants either ride shotgun or get behind the wheel and drive a 600 horsepower NASCAR race car at speeds of up to 165 mph. Known as one of the fastest tracks in NASCAR, Atlanta Motor Speedway is a 1.54 mile quad-oval track. "NASCAR race fans are sure to enjoy visiting Atlanta Motor Speedway this summer and experience roaring around ...

Hampton Inn & Suites Scottsboro Hotel recently received the 2011 Circle of Excellence Award by Hampton Hotels U.S. This award is given to properties ranked in the top 10% in service, product, and quality among over 1,250 Hampton Inn and Hampton Inn & Suites hotels nationwide. The Hampton Inn & Suites Scottsboro AL Hotel is part of Hotel Evolution, LLC, a hospitality management, development, and consulting company. Located at 24747 John T. Reid Parkway, in Scottsboro, this interior corridor Hampton Inn & Suites offers guests 81 well appointed, non-smoking ...

Sheraton Atlanta Perimeter Hotel North, located at Atlanta Perimeter Center, is offering a new special 4th of July Package for stays between July 1-6, 2012. Guests who book the Celebrate July 4th Package will receive: - Rates from $99 per night - Complimentary upgrade to a King Suite - Breakfast for 2 people in the hotel's Park Grille Restaurant - One (1) free in-room movie up to a $15 value per night - One (1) complimentary bottle of wine or 5 soft drinks per stay - Round-trip tickets for MARTA with shuttle to and from Dunwoody MARTA Station to transport guests to ...

Small business owners who understand the importance of group Georgia health insurance plan coverage have two choices: they can either contact all of the insurance companies and try to negotiate the best group plan on their own, or they can contact a group health insurance broker and have them do the legwork for you. As a prudent business owner, you know that your time is valuable, so there's no reason to waste your time when a broker can take care of your insurance needs. Georgia small business health insurance has many variables and details that must be considered during ...

The Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Airport Hotel (North, I-85) offers convenient lodging to travelers celebrating Independence Day at Centennial Olympic Park in downtown Atlanta, GA. The 2012 4th of July Celebration includes downtown Atlanta's best fireworks display. Park gates open at 6pm and fireworks start at approximately 9:40pm. "Conveniently located only a short drive from downtown Atlanta, we are excited to welcome families visiting town for the 4th of July holiday," explains Wendy Worley, the Hartsfield hotel's Director of Sales and Marketing. "Our ...

Hampton Inn Gaffney Hotel was recently named an official lodging for the 2012 South Carolina Peach Festival. Taking place in Gaffney, SC, the festival will kick-off July 12 and run through July 28. In addition to featuring arts, crafts, carnival games, and music entertainment, other activities will include: - Golf Tournament - BBQ Cook-off - Peach Desert Contest - Car Show - Peach Jam - Road Race - Pageant - Mud Bog Rated one of the Top 20 Events in the Southeast, the festival offers fun activities for the entire family. Most of the events will take place in ...

Kuoni, the award-winning luxury holiday provider, is delighted to be marketing Kuoni within Barrhead Travel retail outlets in Scotland. The company has decided to feature a dedicated Kuoni area in four of Barrhead Travel's existing offices, Oswald Street Superstore in Glasgow, East Kilbride, Cumbernauld and Aberdeen with more planned throughout Barrhead Travel's 36 office estate. This is Kuoni's first foray into Scotland with a physical presence unlike England where they have 21 shops of their own and will launch in-store concessions in selected John Lewis outlets this ...

Aer Lingus Regional's first flight from Ireland West Airport Knock to Birmingham has taken to the skies, giving a boost to the west of Ireland's business and tourism industries. Aer Lingus Regional, operated by Aer Arann, now flies once daily from Ireland West Airport Knock to Birmingham, offering both business and leisure travellers direct, convenient and cost effective access to Great Britain's second largest city. Commenting on the launch of the service, Aer Arann's Interim Chief Executive Sean Brogan said: "We are delighted to commence our Aer Lingus Regional ...

British Airways has revealed that, according to its recent poll, the Caribbean tops the list of destinations where the public would most like to spend their summer holiday. Caribbean holidays have proved popular, followed closely by sunny South Africa and Florida. The results may not come as much of a surprise, as the British summer continues to disappoint with long spells of cold and wet weather. British Airways has made it even easier for customers to get away to several Caribbean destinations as well as family favourite, Florida, with extra flights from Gatwick ...

Jumeirah, the global luxury hospitality company and a member of Dubai Holding, is delighted to announce the success of Senior Lecturer and Director of Culinary Arts at the Emirates Academy of Hospitality Management (EAHM), Michael Kitts, after taking home the People's Choice Award at the Craft Guild of Chefs Awards in London. The award, which celebrates those who have made an outstanding contribution to the industry, highlights Chef Kitts' role in developing Dubai's culinary scene since joining Jumeirah Group in 2001 as part of the pre-opening team of EAHM. Gerald ...

Owing money to the IRS can be so daunting, so overwhelming, that it can literally take over your life. The whole idea of having to apply any income to unpaid taxes, usually with interest, creates a lot of problems with a lot of families. This is the tough situation Therese (Warren, MI) found herself in when she entered the offices of Blue Tax. She had a tax debt close to $27,000! All returns were filed and she was compliant with the IRS. The challenge was to prove to the IRS that Therese was in a hardship position and to try to place her into a Currently Non-Collectible ...

With just 30 days to go until the 2012 London Olympics, the finishing touches are being put to the greatest sporting spectacle on Earth as London prepares to wow the world. After hosting the Summer Games in 1908 and 1948, London is ready to take centre stage for the third time in history - an unprecedented landmark for what is arguably the most cosmopolitan city on the planet. But the next 30 days in London do not simply represent a month-long finger-twiddling vacuum to fill. Before the fabled Olympic flame is lit at Danny Boyle's "Green and Pleasant" British ...

The new GBP60 million Thames cable car spanning the river from the O2 Arena in Greenwich to the ExCeL Exhibition Centre opens at midday on Thursday 28th June. Sponsored by the Dubai-based airline Emirates, the Thames cable car will carry up to 2,500 passengers per hour in each direction (the equivalent of 50 buses) and will be accessible with an ever-trusty Oyster Card before, during and after the London Olympics. A single adult pay-as-you-go Oyster fare will cost GBP3.20 while the cash fare will be GBP4.30, Transport for London (TfL) said. Children under the age of ...

BEYOND Stores, one of the leading and most secure online furniture websites offering competitive prices, has announced that they are now carrying two additional furniture manufacturing companies: Modus Furniture International and Diamond Sofa. By expanding its product and offering with these two quality brands, BEYOND Stores continues to keep up with the latest trends in interior design. Modus Furniture International manufactures contemporary bedroom and dining room furniture, as well as top quality home entertainment systems. Diamond Sofa designs urban loft contemporary ...

Small-group-tour specialist Adventures Abroad Worldwide Travel is delighted to announce a brand new series of tours to North Korea, a landmark 'first' for the company, which celebrates its 25th anniversary this year. The new North Korea tours provide a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit one of the most secretive and intriguing countries in the world; an organized tour is the only way to visit the DPRK--there is no alternative. North Korea is the second atypical destination to be added to Adventures Abroad's tour schedule in 2012; Iraqi Kurdistan tours have been ...

Squeeze on spending power remains as inflationary pressures ease The 0.3% decline in spending power, after inflation, illustrates that conditions for consumers remain tough largely due to weak income growth. On average, consumers had around GBP34 less to spend on non-essential items in May compared with the same time last year. Due to unseasonal weather and calendar effects, extra caution should be applied when interpreting recent short term movements in the data. However, it does appear that there were some positive signs for consumers in May as growth in essential ...

Robert Egby's seventh book in which he explores the peculiar earth energies and their powers of attraction and healing in the south-west has been published. Entitled "Holy Dirt, Sacred Earth: A Dowser's Journey in New Mexico" the author sets out by asking the question: Is there truth in the much talked about magnetism that has drawn so many personalities to northern New Mexico, the so-called Enchanted Land? D.H. Lawrence, Mabel Dodge Luhan, Arnold Ronnebeck, Georgia O'Keefe, Carl Gustav Jung, Dennis Hopper were among the cutting edge celebrities who openly ...