If you have knowledge of fraud against the government, you can become a whistleblower and file a qui tam lawsuit. Under the False Claims Act, whistleblowers can file claims on behalf of the government to recover lost money from the fraudulent actions of the defendant. These are very complex claims and require the assistance of an experienced qui tam attorney. Where and When to File your Qui Tam Lawsuit The False Claims Act is a federal law, and as a result, your case can generally be filed in a federal court. However, some states have also enacted their own False ...

Nurses who care for patients with dementia now have a tailored approach to dental hygiene for their charges, thanks to a pilot study by a team of nurses. "Poor oral health can lead to pneumonia and cardiovascular disease as well as periodontal disease," said Rita A. Jablonski, even though these illnesses are not usually associated with the mouth. According to Jablonski, assistant professor of nursing, Penn State, persons with dementia resist care when they feel threatened. In general, these patients cannot care for themselves and need help. Jablonski and her team introduced ...

Science is finally confirming what grandma knew all along: infants wake up taller right after they sleep. Findings from the first study of its kind measuring the link between daily growth and sleep show the two are inextricably linked. Specifically, growth spurts are tied to an increase in total daily hours of sleep as well as an increase in the number of daily sleep bouts, the time from the onset of sleep until awakening. "Little is known about the biology of growth spurts," says Michelle Lampl, MD, PhD, Samuel C. Dobbs professor of anthropology, Emory University, ...

Denver, Colo. (May 1, 2011) -- A drug commonly used to treat kidney cancer may increase the effectiveness of chemotherapy for mesothelioma, according to a study published in the May issue of the Journal of Thoracic Oncology. Temsirolimus, a kinase inhibitor, blocks the action of mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR), a protein that regulates cell growth, which can slow tumor growth. It's used to treat advanced renal cell carcinoma. But researchers in Austria have found that temsirolimus also may slow the growth of malignant pleural mesothelioma cells. Mesothelioma, a ...

A new kind of sensor could warn emergency workers when carbon filters in the respirators they wear to avoid inhaling toxic fumes have become dangerously saturated. In a recent issue of the journal Advanced Materials, a team of researchers from the University of California, San Diego and Tyco Electronics describe how they made the carbon nanostructures and demonstrate their potential use as microsensors for volatile organic compounds. First responders protect themselves from such vapors, whose composition is often unknown, by breathing through a canister filled with ...

There has been numerous requests from Hawaii residents for a kama'aina discount for the "Invitation To Foodies" culinary seminar at the Makena Beach and Golf Resort on Maui. This seminar benefits three Maui non-profits. The non-profits are the Friends of the Children's Justice Center of Maui, Haku Baldwin Center and Ka Lima O Maui. As sponsors of the event, TasteHawaiiOnline.com had to first consider how a discount would affect the quality of the seminar, the lecturers, the presentations and the food. Local chef personalities are asked to share their knowledge ...

Each May, since 1988, National Foster Care Month has raised awareness for millions of Americans across the country. Originally purposed to recognize and show appreciation to foster parents throughout the nation, National Foster Care Month has transferred that focus towards the needs of the children, specifically the teenagers, aging out of the system. Today, National Foster Care Month continues to broaden awareness, uniting individuals and organizations through strong support and recruitment programs nationwide. When parents can not keep their children due to crisis, ...

Polaris Software Lab Limited (POLS.BO), a leading global Financial Technology company, today announced the fourth quarter and annual results for FY 2010-11. The company delivered strong and stable results led by impressive product wins, multiple large engagements with leading Tier 1 global banks & financial institutions and further consolidated its market presence in key business geographies. Key Performance metrics For the quarter ended 31 March 2011, Revenue grew by 9% Q-o-Q to Rs. 437.53 crore from Rs. 399.9 crore and 25% Y-o-Y to Rs. 437.53 crore from Rs. 351.04 ...

From tanks to taxis and tuk-tuks to time-travelling Deloreans, happy couples are no longer content, it seems, to ride off into the sunset in a white limo or a vintage Rolls. These days, it's as much about making a statement as getting to the church on time. After all, what is a wedding for if it's not to attract attention? Well, that and ever-lasting love, of course... While Kate will arrive at Westminster Abbey in the 1977 Rolls-Royce that was damaged by protesters in London in December, and depart as a Duchess in the horse-drawn carriage used by Charles and Diana, ...

The Small Business Economic Impact Alliance announced today their support for the "Red Tape" legislative bill SB 951, introduced by California Senator Ted Gaines. This bill takes a comprehensive approach to reducing the financial burden on California businesses, particularly small businesses, brought about by over-regulation. If it passes, SB 951 will require all state agencies to review their current regulations and reduce the number of existing regulations by one-third. In addition, the bill will have an impact on future regulations in two ways. First, it ...

By special invitation from The American Osteopathic Colleges of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Dr. Kevin Sadati has been asked to speak on his inimitable 'Double-C Plication' Facelift technique. Dr. Sadati's paper on his special technique was recently published by The American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery to very positive feedback from his peers. This year, the 95th Annual Clinical Assembly of the AOCOO-HNS/Facial Plastic Surgery will be held in Tucson, Arizona on May 6, 2011. Dr. Sadati has been asked to speak at several prestigious medical conventions ...

Texas Christian University's (TCU) Mary Wright Admission Center in Fort Worth was one of the most significant construction projects of 2010, the Associated General Contractors of America announced today. As a result, the project's contractor, Linbeck Group, LLC, was one of 20 firms to receive the association's Aon Build America Award. "We are honored to be acknowledged by our peers in receiving this award," said Harold Hebson, Client Executive and Senior Vice President for the Linbeck Group. "We want to thank TCU for making this project possible and all collaborators ...

Diamond & Design Jewelers will hold a fundraising event on Saturday, April 30th at The Commons in Chino Hills to raise $5,000 for St. Jude's Children's Hospital. The event will include an exciting raffle for a $3,000 diamond ring and gift cards from popular local restaurants. Guests will enjoy live entertainment, free food, and drinks. Jewelry is available for sale during the event, with 10% of the sale benefiting St. Jude's Children's Hospital. The event will be held from 2:00 p.m. through 6:00 p.m.. St. Jude's Children's Hospital is the #1 cancer hospital for ...

Gareb Shamus, President and CEO of Wizard World, Inc. (WIZD)("Wizard World"), today announced the addition of a Los Angeles Comic Con to Wizard World's 2011 lineup. The show will take place on Sept. 24-25, 2011 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Superstar Mike Deodato Jr. is the first guest of honor at the event. The Brazilian artist, well known for his work on The Amazing Spider-Man, Captain America, The Mighty Thor, Wolverine, X-Men, The Avengers, and Batman, will be making a rare U.S. appearance. "We are ecstatic to come to the rejuvenated downtown ...

Shearer, former England and Newcastle United captain and still the Premier League's record all-time goalscorer with 260 goals, recently signed an exclusive two year contract with the leading Asian sportsbetting and gaming site to act as Asian Ambassador in support of the company's promotional campaigns within the region. Currently recognised as one of the greatest living footballers, Shearer is also one of the most popular TV sports figures in Europe today, regularly appearing weekly as a television pundit for the BBC and Al Jazeera, sharing his much-respected views ...

Internationally recognized contract research organization GenScript USA Inc. has launched two local websites in France (www.genscript.fr) and Spain (www.genscript.es) to further improve customers¡¯ browsing experience in European countries. The website launches allow increased visibility of GenScript¡¯s custom services, products and a series of bioinformatics tools to customers in France and Spain. Any information search on GenScript¡¯s new websites can be done within a fraction of a second. The launch of local websites in Germany, France, and Spain is part of GenScript¡¯s ...

The rising popularity of the multi-vendor expos, and the economy of late, are two largely contributing factors to the success of the Quarter Mania hosted in the Phoenix area by Crysti Sheldon, owner of Pink Ladies Enterprises, Inc. and independent representative for Brown Bag Party. The Quarter Mania, Sheldon states, is a hybrid cross between an auction, raffle, home party, expo and Girls Night Out. Each vendor provides three or four items from their popular product line, or highly sought specialized service, and the bidding starts at only a quarter. On March 26, ...

A century's expertise and experience in distance education has helped shape a range of new courses on offer by Cengage Education (Australia) to students anywhere. The new courses are in the faculties of Business, Accounting & Finance and Community Services & Health, and are offered by Cengage Education through a new partnership with Integrated Care & Management Training (ICMT). In the Business, Finance & Accounting faculty, the new Certificate IV in Training & Assessment is custom-designed for students pursuing training and assessment roles in ...

Spring season is just getting started, but ETCO Homes already has plenty to celebrate. Since the end of February, their popular Crescent Heights neighborhood in Placentia has sold seven beautiful new homes, making it one of Orange County's most coveted new home communities! Featuring limited immediate move-in residences, premium included upgrades and a remarkable family-friendly atmosphere, this incredible collection of homes invites you to open the door to your wow and experience exceptional living at a value beyond compare. So don't delay! With striking interiors, an ...

Patrick McElgunn, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist with Piedmont Plastic Surgery and Dermatology in Charlotte, NC, has been named to the 2011 - 2012 Best Doctors in America list. Each year, Best Doctors, Inc. conducts the largest independent survey of the medical profession to form an unbiased list that represents the top 5 percent of doctors in the U.S. in over 400 specialties and subspecialties across the country. "To say I am honored to be included in this respected list of high-quality medical practitioners is an understatement," said Dr. McElgunn. ...

Lake Arrowhead Village and the Village Merchants Association are proud to announce the lineup for the FREE 2011 Lake Arrowhead Village Summer Concert Series to be held weekends May 13-September 5, 2011 on Center Stage. Featuring music from virtually every genre, the concerts will be held on Friday and Saturday nights at 6:30 p.m. as well as Sundays and Mondays during long holiday weekends. Underwritten by the Lake Arrowhead Village and the Village Merchants Association, Burrtec Waste Industries, Inc., KOLA 99.9 FM, the Rim of the World Historical Society and Ontario ...

Outpost24 has successfully helped the leading real estate website in The Netherlands in finding an automated process for vulnerability management to reduce the amount of time spent on finding and correcting identified vulnerabilities manually. With several sources of income stemming from webvertising, email marketing and sponsorship of the fundamental elements of the website averaging 11 million visits and 250 million page views per month - the securing of Funda's external network was imperative to Funda IT Manager Marcel Begnor. Marcel Begnor, Funda IT Manager, says ...

Tarpaflex is now offering strong, waterproof, and lightweight heavy duty tarps on sale. These high-quality low density polyethylene products are now on sale at Tarpaflex.com. Heavy duty tarps that made are of high-quality low density polyethylene are now on sale at Tarpaflex. Those who are looking for strong, waterproof, and lightweight protection against the elements can rely on these affordable products. For a limited time, green/silver, silver, white, and clear heavy duty polyethylene tarpaulins are on sale at Tarpaflex. Laminated on both sides and resistant to ...

Newport Beach, CA. April 28, 2011. M.E. Weaver and Associates, LLC, (MEWA), an experienced leader in IT staffing, announced today that Joyce Pardue has joined the Company as Director of IT Healthcare. What differentiates Ms. Pardue from other IT staffing executives is her 360-degree view of the Healthcare IT Staffing industry, which she developed through her years of leading and staffing high-visibility, technical projects. Ms. Pardue has acquired expertise in working with technology such as: Eclipsys, Affinity, Lawson, Equitable RE Management System, Choridiant CRM, ...

overseeing Massachusetts and California operations. She will have profit and loss responsibility for these groups and, as a senior technical leader, will oversee a growing professional practice. Ms. Cogan brings to the position over 17 years of industry experience and will focus her efforts on developing expanded project reach and strengthening client relationships on behalf of the company. Ms. Cogan's unique combination of technical knowledge coupled with her keen understanding of strategic client management will be paramount in driving Geocomp's continued sales ...