Ventana Research has released its 2012 Value Index for Business Intelligence (BI), the latest in a new category of quantified, research-based Indexes on technology vendors and products. Using this latest Value Index, business and IT organizations will be able to evaluate business intelligence software vendors' offerings more rapidly and accurately, allowing buyers to make choices based on a deeper understanding of how these offerings can address their specific requirements in business intelligence. Ventana Research exhaustive framework for BI goes beyond the traditional ...

Vijay Rajendran, founder of the newly launched global gourmet retailer Hungry Globetrotter announced today the concept for his second World Dinner Club package. The convenient, culinary tourism company provides curated dining experiences from international destinations including India, Morocco and Japan on a monthly basis. Packed with delicious recipes, sauces and spices October's offering will bring the flavors of Argentina directly to members' doorsteps with ingredients reflective of the region. Non-perishable items within the box include Gaucho Ranch Chimichurri, Balsamic ...

A recent article from Newsday reveals that although relatively new, electronic cigarettes are becoming increasingly popular. Although electronic cigarettes have been touted by celebrities, many still doubt the overall value and quality of e-cigs. Regal Cigs, an electronic cigarette producer and distributor, notes that while many may continue to assess the worth of the device, there are already many apparent benefits to the use of e-cigs. Regal Cigs believes that much of the consumer reluctance regarding electronic cigarette use comes from a lack of knowledge of how ...

As of this week, the deadly fungal meningitis outbreak has spread to 15 states, including Ohio. It has already infected 230 victims and killed at least 15 people. The manufacturer, the New England Compounding Center, has recalled more than 17,000 doses of contaminated steroid injections and experts worry that as many as 14,000 patients could be at risk of contracting meningitis. Although federal investigators are still determining what the manufacturer did wrong to cause the outbreak, Ohio fungal meningitis victims need to know that they have options. This kind of pharmacy ...

A complex modern economy involves a myriad of complex financial transactions every day. This is only natural. As Adam Smith wrote in The Wealth of Nations two centuries ago, it's part of human nature to engage in "truck and barter." Today, however, the U.S. Justice Department is increasingly concerned about the use of money from sources that may have been illegal. Truck and barter is one thing, money laundering is quite another. This article will discuss the DOJ's new initiative aimed at confronting money laundering and other forms of white collar crime. ...

While the number of people dying in auto accidents has steadily decreased across the United States since 2005, new statistics show Missouri is dealing with some troubling statewide motor vehicle accident trends. Not only have Missouri traffic deaths been rising, but in particular fatalities from accidents with big rigs have been increasing. Increasing Numbers According to the Missouri Highway Patrol (MHP), the number of people killed in motor vehicle accidents statewide dropped 40 percent between 2005 and 2011. After six years of reduction, however, the number of ...

When a car crash happens due to a motorist's negligence, those injured may seek relief through legal action. In a personal injury suit, the proper preservation of evidence may make the difference in determining accident fault and liability. Preserving the Accident Scene Evidence left at the crash scene must be preserved as soon as possible. For example, paint markings and skid marks are usually left behind but can fade away quickly. Police usually secure the scene, take photos, put together accident reports and mark the scene. Marking the scene usually involves using ...

You know about investment and hard work. You've worked your whole life, reinvested the fruits of your labor time and again, and have finally built a comfortable nest egg that will see you through your golden years and beyond. So what's the next big investment? How about your family? Yes, with the right estate planning tools, you can provide a head start in life to your children, your grandchildren and even later generations in your line of descendants. Not only may you pass on your wealth, if you do it through a dynasty trust, you can likely avoid most of the onerous ...

Roadway deaths from tractor-trailer collisions continue to be a problem nationwide and in Missouri. According a CBS news report, the number of roadway fatalities has increased by 21 percent from last year. A new study also reports that the number of fatalities from collisions in Missouri specifically involving tractor trailers also increased from 2010 to 2011. In 2010, the Missouri Highway Patrol reported that 105 people died from collisions involving tractor-trailers, but that number increased to 120 people in 2011. That number also does not include people who have been ...

Most individuals across the United States would agree that the summer of 2012 was one of the warmest in recent memory. Temperatures soared well above averages in various cities across the country. Because the summer season garners most of the construction work for the year, this past summer, thousands of employees were forced to work under the burning sun. Because recording-breaking heat can compromise the wellbeing of outdoor employees, health and public safety advocates are asking the Occupational Safety and Health Administration to issue a rule protecting construction ...

Recently, a study released by researchers from the University of Hawaii revealed potentially life-saving information for individuals who have been exposed to asbestos. According to the scientific report, certain types of spots on the skin can indicate whether a person is susceptible to malignant mesothelioma. The spots, which resemble moles, occur in people who have a BAP1 gene mutation. Scientists believe the BAP1 gene acts to suppress tumors and prevent cancer. For people who have a BAP1 gene mutation, however, the gene's ability to restrain cancer does not function ...

One Texas judge recently told our law firm that 90 percent of all divorce cases before him involve Facebook and/or Twitter. Yes, folks, we are deep into the 21st century, a century where court cases can turn on a Tweet or a Facebook wall post. As attorneys, we have come to accept that social media is an important part of our divorce practice. Most people involved in child custody battles today are part of Generations X and Y, the two groups that use Facebook and other social media the most. Perhaps your divorce ended because you found out that your spouse cheated ...

The responsibility for reducing car accidents in New Jersey falls on everyone from drivers themselves to auto manufacturers and transportation engineers. One important means of reducing vehicle-related injuries and deaths is smart public policies to enhance criminal penalties for dangerous behavior and educate people about the consequences. New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie recently proclaimed "No Texting While Driving Day" statewide to remind drivers of the state's cell phone bans and the dangers of distracted driving. One important focus of such campaigns is ...

A new device developed by researchers at the Commerce Department's National Institute of Standards and Technology could be used in the future to immediately identify brain trauma among athletes in high-impact sports like football and boxing. Traumatic brain injuries, including concussions, affect over a million Americans every year. The new technology could speed diagnosis and treatment of these serious injuries. New Device Can Detect Brain Trauma The new technology uses sensors that monitor the brain's small-yet-measurable magnetic field. The device provides essential, ...

With a stroke of his pen in July 2012, Pennsylvania Republican Gov. Tom Corbett changed markedly the state's policies that affect those convicted of crimes going forward. Specifically, the Criminal Justice Reform Act chips away at the long-standing state practice of automatically locking up criminals and throwing away the proverbial key by largely moving nonviolent offenders away from the general penitentiary population and attempting true rehabilitation. Amazingly for such a far-reaching measure, the bill passed both houses of the state legislature unanimously. However, ...

Personal Injury Lawsuits, in General Broadly, a personal injury lawsuit compensates a victim for harm sustained as a result of someone else's negligence. In most cases, the plaintiff is pursuing the defendant for reimbursement for property damage, physical harm, lost wages and other noneconomic damages such as pain and suffering. After a car accident, the case begins when the plaintiff submits all evidence of the incident (including property damage or injuries) to the defendant or the defendant's insurance company. He or she makes a settlement demand on the defendant ...

When Gov. John Kasich signed House Bill 99 in June, Ohio became the 39th state to enact a law banning texting while driving to reduce motor vehicle accidents. The law took effect at the end of August, and a six-month-long warning period will allow law enforcement to warn distracted drivers until officers are eventually allowed to issue citations. Ohio's law against texting while driving provides that no driver shall use a handheld electronic wireless communication device to compose, transmit or review text messages. For most drivers, the law creates a secondary offense, ...

Recovering From the Long-Term Financial Effects of Filing for Bankruptcy Going through bankruptcy is a stressful proposition, to say the least. However, for most people, the real anxiety lies not in the bankruptcy process itself, but rather in the fear of the unknown about what happens next. Will they be forever branded as being financially irresponsible? Will they ever be able to get a car loan? A mortgage? If you're considering bankruptcy but you're concerned about the potential future implications, don't despair. You are not alone in your fears. The good news though ...

New Jersey Imposes Grim Criminal and Civil Penalties for Fatal DWIs Criminal defendants who drank alcohol, drove and caused innocent deaths have been convicted of serious crimes and sentenced to severe penalties in New Jersey state courts. Some examples from recent news reports: -In September 2012, a 29-year-old Paterson man pled guilty to death by auto and vehicular homicide for the death of a 22-year-old woman who had been a passenger in a car the man hit when he allegedly ran a stop sign while drunk. The defendant received a four-year prison sentence. After serving ...

Birth-Defect Risks to Pregnant Women Taking Zoloft Pregnancy should be one of the happiest times of a woman's life. However, it can be a physically and emotionally challenging time, especially for mothers with clinical depression. Even without a pre-existing mental-health challenge like depression, the physical symptoms of pregnancy like nausea and fatigue, the hormonal changes, and normal fears and anxieties about the baby can bring on the blues. Women on medication like Zoloft, Prozac, Paxil and others to smooth out the symptoms of depression face a serious dilemma ...

Teens, Distracted Driving and the Danger of Texting For a parent, few moments in their child's life are more exciting than when their child drives off alone for the first time. It is exciting, because it marks one more milestone in their becoming an adult. It is also exciting in the sense that there are few times in their life where they will embark on something so dangerous. We have all read the statistics and they are daunting. The leading cause of death for teenagers is motor vehicle crashes. It is the leading cause of death because teenagers are generally healthy ...

New Federal Guidelines Expedite Short Sale Process In August, the Federal Housing and Finance Agency announced new guidelines that aim to streamline short sales, making the process easier for both lenders and borrowers. Starting Nov. 1, owners whose loans have been purchased or guaranteed by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac may qualify for a short sale if they have an eligible hardship. Eligible hardships include unemployment, divorce, disability, job location or a death of the borrower or co-borrower. The following are highlights of the new guidelines: -Homeowners who ...

Medical Malpractice: Physician Burnout A recent study finds that burnout is fairly common among physicians, and this proves troubling for many patients. Doctors are being overworked, and this can lead to problems with misdiagnosis and incorrect procedures. The Study The study, which was published in the Archives of Internal Medicine, looked at 7,288 doctors in June 2011. These doctors filled out surveys on their feelings of burnout and whether they believe it affected their personal work lives. The survey was called the Maslach Burnout Inventory and asked 22 questions ...

Parenting Time in New Jersey Sometimes those impacted the most by divorce are the children. Their daily life changes as does their relationships with their parents. They may even have new people introduced into their lives. It is imperative that parents stay involved in their children's lives following divorce in order for the children to adjust to their new lifestyles. With these interests in mind, many divorcing New Jersey parents strive to amicably establish some type of parenting plan outlining child custody and visitation. However, given the emotions that often ...

Hampton Inn Atlanta-Southlake Morrow GA Hotel offers close lodging to guests attending the upcoming Lake Spivey Road Race. The event will take place on November 3, 2012 at First Christian Church in Jonesboro, GA. It will include a 5K (3.1 mile) run/walk and a 15K (9.3 mile) road race in Lake Spivey, GA. Visit lakespiveyroadrace.org for event details and registration. "We are pleased to welcome participants and guests attending the Lake Spivey Road Race," shares Bob Tipton, General Manager at the Hampton Inn Southlake / Morrow Hotel. "Conveniently located ...