In a letter this week to Chairman Jon D. Leibowitz, the Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA) once again called on the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to investigate possible violations of the Magnuson-Moss Act by automotive manufacturers. "Tying warranties to the use of new, authorized replacement parts is illegal under the Magnuson-Moss Act," said Michael E. Wilson, ARA's Chief Executive Officer, adding that automakers' unfounded disparagement of recycled original equipment manufactured (OEM) parts is also a potential violation of the Lanham Act. Late last year, ...

Emeril Lagasse, Rachael Ray, Jamie Oliver, Giada De Laurentiis and approximately 17,000 wine and food lovers expected to converge at the Whole Foods Market Grand Tasting Village, February 26 & 27, 2011 one of the main events at the 10th Annual Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival presented by Food & Wine. This year for the first time Parrano cheese will be sampled at this signature event of the festival, which is the most visually stunning event as it takes place right on the beach. Culinary demonstrations will be conducted by Food Network celebrity chefs including ...

2011 marks the 80th Anniversary of ATD-AMERICAN, a manufacturer and distributor of thousands of items, including office chairs and furniture, school chairs and school furniture. Fortune 500 companies and thousands of other businesses, government agencies and organizations make ATD their first choice for high-quality office furniture, including office chairs, office desks, ergonomic office chairs, conference room furniture and lounge and reception room furniture. Educators count on ATD as a leading school furniture supplier. Our collection of school furniture includes ...

Ceridian, a market leading global HR and payroll services provider, today announced that Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has given its official approval for the use of Ceridian's electronic P60s. This means Ceridian's customers can now use these electronic end of year documents and have the option to stop using paper altogether. Alongside the obvious environmental benefits, employees will be able to store all their P60 information in electronic form and retrieve it when necessary for self-assessment and proof of earnings. Simon Parsons, Director of Payments, ...

Dr. Frank Gold, a dentist in Oshawa, is honored to announce that Source Dental has been chosen, for the fifth consecutive year, the Best Dental Office by the readers of The Oshawa-Whitby This Week newspaper. This is a great recognition and award to receive, demonstrating Dr. Gold's continuous commitment to providing the best in quality dental care for his patients. "It is an honor to be selected by the readers of The Oshawa-Whitby This Week newspaper for the fifth year in a row as the Best Dental Office in Oshawa and the Durham region. Being recognized by the readers, ...

Dr. Natalia Stadler of All Smiles Dental, a leading Pompano Beach dentist, has introduced the launch of the practice's new, innovative patient education resources. Patients can easily access the practice's website for valuable information on dental health care topics and issues at any time. By visiting the practice's website, patients can access an education library to view information on various dental health topics. Dr. Stadler and her qualified staff believe that educated patients are better equipped to make important decisions regarding their oral health. Patients ...

InterContinental Montelucia Resort & Spa is celebrating the start of the spring training season by awarding one lucky baseball fan with the "Ultimate Spring Training Vacation" prize package via a sweepstakes on Facebook. The winner of this package will get the opportunity to throw the first pitch at the Giants vs. Dodgers spring training game on Feb. 26, two VIP tickets to the game, two-night's luxurious accommodations at Montelucia and two roundtrip tickets courtesy of Southwest Airlines. With its central location, Montelucia is just a short distance away from many ...

Niche Retail LLC, marketing and ecommerce solution providers, recently returned from Magento's inaugural "Imagine eCommerce Conference", held in Los Angeles, California. The company, which recently became a Magento enterprise solutions partner, was excited to attend the conference, which was expected to invigorate the growing ecommerce business and help to shape the industry with exciting speakers and showcases. Through its partnership with Magento, Niche Retail has full access to the open source program's ecommerce functionality, making it available to clients all ...

American Brick Company (Ambrico), has announced the opening of the company's newly designed showroom at the headquarters in Warren, MI. Ambrico's state of the art showroom is now open to the public. Containing a wide assortment of thin brick samples and project ideas, the showroom is open to contractors, building owners, home owners and anyone else looking for the latest products and designs for thin brick installation. The thin brick products on display in the Ambrico showroom feature the latest designs in the advanced faux brick and thin brick products from top rated ...

The X Factor is one of the most exciting shows on television. Thanks to Wink Bingo you can play it. Not everyone has the ability to be a television star so Wink Bingo provides you the next best thing. Not only can you play the game but you can win some money. What can be better than that? It is a video slot game that has 5 reels and 20 paylines, so each spin gives a player 20 possible chances at hitting the jackpot. Of course the game takes the players through the whole experience they are used to seeing on television. The X Factor slot game takes players the whole way ...

MedWOW, the internationally-acclaimed global medical equipment platform, is pleased to announce the launch of the website in Portuguese, to better serve buyers, sellers and service providers in Portugal and Brazil. The unique, user-friendly website serves key players in the medical equipment industry, by combining customer support in eight languages, with comprehensive professional services and exceptional reliability. The entire site, including: the comprehensive search engine, all support and customer services, comparison features and all news articles and information ...

In a recent, tentative ruling, a superior court judge in Los Angeles County voided the disputed marital property agreement between Frank and Jamie McCourt -- an agreement Frank McCourt claimed made him the sole owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers. The 100-page ruling by Judge Scott Gordon not only opens the door to a possible sale of the franchise, but also warns of additional and protracted litigation on the horizon. The contentious divorce is reportedly one of the most expensive in California history; it included a trial lasting 11 days in September. Protracted litigation ...

By 2025, the elderly (those over age 65) will account for 20 percent of drivers on the road. Although it is promising that life expectancies are increasing, there are safety concerns about the rising number of elderly drivers on the road. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), older people accounted for 8 percent (183,000) of the individuals injured in traffic crashes and for about 15 percent of traffic fatalities in 2008. In Kansas, elderly drivers accounted for 66 of the state's nearly 500 fatal crashes, and in Missouri, older drivers ...

In a bold move, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has taken a stance against behind-the-wheel use of mobile phones by commercial bus and truck drivers. Proposed regulations -- which some see as a huge step in the direction of increasing safety on the road -- would prohibit use of handheld mobile phones as well as preventing the driver from dialing, holding a cell phone or reaching for a phone while the vehicle is in motion. This particular proposal is seen as the middle ground between several proposals on opposite ends of the debate around using ...

During labor and delivery, obstetricians, nurses and hospital staff involved in the birth are responsible for taking every reasonable step to ensure that the process goes as smoothly as possible. One of the ways they can do this is by properly monitoring the vital signs of mother and baby during labor and delivery and taking appropriate actions when signs of distress are present. Improper monitoring often leads to serious birth injuries. The obstetrics team has several options for monitoring the health of mother and baby. For example, some hospitals use external monitors ...

What is Stevens Johnson Syndrome? Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS) is a rare disorder that occurs when the body has an intense allergic reaction, usually to a medication or drug; however, the reaction also can be brought on by an illness or infection. The allergic reaction affects the skin and mucous membranes, especially around the mouth, eyes and nose. Those who have SJS usually will experience flu-like symptoms first, including a sore throat, fever, cough and burning eyes. As the disorder progresses, a fast spreading red to purple rash will appear and blister on ...

The decision to get divorced is a major one, but in some ways, the decision is the easy part. After the decision comes the division of two intertwined lives, which is challenging even in the best of circumstances. When considering divorce, it's important to consider the significant ways in which your life will change. Where will your children live? Although Florida once heavily favored mothers as primary caregivers, these practices are gradually changing and laws increasingly recognize the roles that both parents play in a child's upbringing. Rather than offering ...

The tragic death of a bicyclist in Monroe last month has put the spotlight on the plight of bike riders throughout North Carolina. Everyone has heard that bicyclists and pedestrians have the right of way, but not every driver yields. When the driver is intoxicated -- like the driver who has been charged with second-degree homicide for allegedly killing the bicyclist while driving under the influence of alcohol -- rules of the road are ignored and serious injuries occur. Bicycle Accidents Don't Just Happen in the Summer This accident proves that bicycling along a major ...

Divorce can be an emotional experience for both spouses. For children, it can be one of the most difficult periods in their life. When one parent moves away from the other and children are involved, however, the process becomes even more complex. Whether a job opportunity or another relationship drives one parent to relocate with the children, the non-custodial parent often finds himself or herself struggling to stay part of each child's life. But with the rise of technology, some divorced parents are finding it easier to stay in touch with their children and keep their ...

Even if a fiance(e) or spousal visa petition is approved (i.e., the foreign spouse/fiance(e) receives the right to sit for an immigration interview), that does not necessarily ensure that a visa will be issued. In fact, there are several reasons why a petitioner will be deemed inadmissible to the U.S. These include a petitioner who: - Has a communicable disease - Has been convicted of certain crimes - Is addicted to drugs or alcohol - Is likely to become a public charge (i.e., need physical, mental or financial support through social service programs) - Has a two-foreign-residency ...

Oftentimes individuals with mental or physical disabilities want to work despite their limitations. Federal laws seek to empower those who wish to work and prevent employers from discriminating against individuals with disabilities or who are perceived to have disabilities. California's Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) provides even greater levels of protection from discrimination. Federal and California laws go further than simply preventing discrimination; they also require employers to make certain accommodations to allow individuals with disabilities to work. ...

It's that time of the year again: tax-return season. However, this year the stakes are even higher than usual. The IRS announced that it plans to audit 11 percent more tax returns in 2011 than it did last year. IRS audits are not pleasant. Not only do they require extensive documentation while placing a great deal of mental stress upon a person or business, but audits cause tax law issues to arise. These legal tax issues are best handled by a tax attorney. An audit does not mean that the filer did anything wrong, yet it should always be taken seriously. Of course, ...

Those convicted of domestic violence already face severe consequences in Florida. However, the consequences may be raised a notch in the next few years. Some states, such as Texas, have proposed laws for the creation of a free online database that would list the name, date of birth and photograph of individuals convicted of domestic violence or dating violence. Texas State Representative Trey Martinez Fischer filed the House Bill. Fischer says the proposed law would promote safer dating, because men and women could search for their prospective date's name before agreeing ...

The blanket legal term "premises liability" encompasses a wide range of personal injuries occurring on property belonging to another person. The property can be owned by a small business, family, giant corporation or municipality, but regardless, each property owner has a duty to keep his land in reasonably safe condition to protect people who might enter it. What is Premises Liability? As stated, the term "premises liability" can be used to describe a number of different legal causes of action arising from personal injuries sustained on another's land. If ...

M&S Pet Insurance has revealed that if it came down to "it's me or the pet", 42% of people would always choose their cat or dog over their partner, according to a recent survey it conducted. The survey found that almost 42% of cat and dog owners would cancel a date if their pet was ill. So people who find themselves without a date this Valentine's Day may want to blame the dog instead of their partner. Yet despite the nation's love for their dogs and cats, take-up of pet insurance is still relatively low. Only 42% of dog owners and 26% of cat owners have insurance ...