Remember the United Airlines television commercial that shows a montage of people coming off a plane and being greeted by family and friends? The tagline was "We know why you fly..." That concept inspired Feinmann's design center event series this fall called HomeCentric: Living Well in Your Home. What do we mean by that? For years social scientists and psychologists have been predicting that our homes will become ever more important to us as the world around us quickly changes and, indeed, their predictions have rung true. To counterbalance the abundance of ...

The NBA regular season tips off today and Intertops Sportsbook sees the defending national champ from Miami as an opening day winner. The early line sees the Heat as a 6.5 point favorite to win at the Celtics. The popular internet sportsbook - the one that took the very first online bet way back - offers odds and props on every NBA game throughout the 2012/13 season, continually updating its prices on the Division, Conference and Championship titles as the season progresses. "Every NBA team plays 82 games - that's a lot of basketball to come!" said Intertops' ...

To show that they have a firm grip on what's hot in videography and social issues, corporate videographers Domino Effect Production, LLC have a special mission this October. The Susan G. Komen foundation has invested over $2 billion in the last 30 years into research, advocacy and community health focused on preventing breast cancer, an especially swift spreading form of the infamous illness. That is why Domino Effect Productions, the corporate video production company, has chosen to pitch in to help Race for the Cure by donating a portion of their proceeds during this ...

Tablet2Cases.com, the Internet's definitive resource on tablet cases, today reports some nice results - and dozens of happy prizewinners - from the first month of its Facebook-centered Free Cases Daily promotion. In its drive to give away 365 tablet cases from its extensive stock, Tablet2Cases closes out October with seven more quality cases up for grabs and 100% free of charge. "We've seen excellent response and gotten some nice compliments to Free Cases Daily from Facebook users," said Tablet2Cases CEO Pasha Gecko. "And the great thing about internet ...

An article written by Dr. R. Barbara Gitenstein, President of The College of New Jersey, and published by The Huffington Post posits there is a significant difference between the educational aspects of training for a job and planning for a career. The idea caught the attention of experienced high school science teacher Christopher Merrall. Throughout the piece, Dr. Gitenstein reflects upon the responsibility institutions of higher education have to consider the needs of the employment sector when creating and enhancing academic courses of study. She goes on to argue, ...

It is easy for the search engine layman to assume that Google is a fairly static entity, but the reality is that Google is changing all the time, updating its algorithms hundreds of times over the course of a given year. These algorithmic updates are typically minor, but they are never pointless; the search giant is constantly seeking to ensure that the results it delivers are as relevant and as user-centered as possible. On this note, Google recently announced new algorithmic updates that will make local search results a bigger priority than ever before. This development ...

Cystic Fibrosis is a genetic illness that affects the lungs and digestive systems of 30,000 adults and children in the United States today. To combat this statistic, a local father created and just today launched a phone app to help him administer Cystic Fibrosis treatments to his son.   When a child has Cystic Fibrosis their body produces a thick, mucus from a defective gene and its protein product. This sticky material clogs the lungs, leads to infections, obstructs the pancreas, and causes poor digestion. To treat the illness in infants and young children, chest physical ...

On October 15, 2012, Rachel Cordova, Rosalinda Mendoza, and Martha Yates filed a class action complaint in the Superior Court of San Diego, against United Education Institute ("UEI") alleging that the school took advantage of them, by convincing them to take out large student loans with the promise that, upon graduation, they would receive job placement assistance that would find them well-paying jobs in their chosen filed. Ms. Cordova and Ms. Mendoza attended a UEI location in San Diego County, and Ms. Yates attended UEI in Los Angeles. The lawsuit alleges that ...

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) recently sponsored campaigns in Hillsborough and Miami-Dade counties designed to increase awareness of pedestrians and bicyclists sharing the town's busy roadways. The four-week program, called "Alert Today, Alive Tomorrow...Safety Doesn't Happen by Accident," was the first of its kind in the state. The Campaign The multimedia campaign consisted of interactive demonstrations by the FDOT and local officials, televised messages and public education sessions designed to remind drivers and pedestrians/bicyclists ...

A new U.S. Senate subcommittee report raises serious concerns about the quality of decision making on applications for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. The findings underscore the need for an applicant to have an experienced advocate at every stage of the process. A knowledgeable SSDI attorney can act as his or her client's watchdog before the Social Security Administration, or SSA, by looking at whether the agency is appropriately developing and evaluating the claim for disability insurance. The SSDI Program SSDI is a federal program that provides monthly ...

As technology advances, new trends in unsafe driving habits emerge, endangering everyone from motorists to pedestrians on the roads. This problem is particularly apparent with the current mode of communication in vogue -- texting. In recent years, texting while driving has become a growing epidemic, leading to many injuries and fatalities caused by motor vehicle accidents. Texting while driving is particularly dangerous because it involves three different types of distraction. In order to read or compose a text message, the motorist must take his or her eyes off the ...

Anybody who has visited the hospital emergency room lately knows just how long you have to wait to receive treatment. In many cases, the staff simply isn't large enough to accommodate everyone who needs care. This overcrowding isn't just inconvenient--it puts patients at risk of harm. Studies have shown that patients in overcrowded emergency departments are more likely to suffer adverse consequences or fall prey to medical errors. Why Are Hospitals Overcrowded? Conventional wisdom says that hospital emergency rooms are overcrowded because they are filled with uninsured ...

Pittsburgh employees know the importance of receiving overtime pay. When they sacrifice time with their family to put in more hours at work they expect to be compensated for that time. They also know disputes over receiving correct overtime can sometimes be common. Whether an employee qualifies for overtime depends on how they are classified. Because of a number of misclassifications, the Department of Labor (DOL) is currently focusing on this problem. The result is an increase in the number of wage and hour lawsuits. The DOL recently stated that they are pursuing ...

An important distinction between the types of credit one can obtain is that of secured and unsecured. The difference is straightforward, but very significant, especially if you file a bankruptcy. The Security Interest Many loans carry what is known as a security interest with them. The mortgage loan and a car loan are perhaps the most common type. As with many financial instruments, they are made up of more than one document. There is the mortgage, which contains the terms of your loan, such as amount and repayment schedule, which may be known as the promissory note ...

Social networking has become an essential part of our lives over the years, as it helps us keep in touch with our friends, colleagues and family members, and easily meet new people with the click of a mouse. But, when social networking sites are used to reconnect with old flames or begin new affairs, it can leave a trail that your former spouse's divorce attorneys may find very useful. In fact, more and more divorces are somehow related to social networking sites. In recent years, divorce attorneys report a significant increase in "Facebook divorces" -- ...

The 6th Amendment of the United States Constitution guarantees, via the speedy trial clause, that all individuals charged with a crime have a right to a speedy trial. Specific states, like New York and Arizona, also have constitutional state amendments guaranteeing this right. A case in point involves a 65 year old woman who was facing drunk driving charges in New York. Her case lasted more than two years and involved numerous court appearances due to the alleged prosecution's need for additional time to prepare. The judge, however, indicated that the delay was a violation ...

New trends in eDiscovery, or electronic discovery, have emerged this year. Discovery is when the parties during litigation must provide various records and documents as evidence in a case. These documents are considered potentially relevant to the case. When these records are in an electronic format, they are known as eDiscovery. This may include items such as emails, Word documents, spreadsheets, audio and video recordings, and websites. Once all parties submit this data, the eDiscovery is indexed and placed into a database. Then, the eDiscovery is coded so legal teams ...

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 ...