How Do I Know if I Have a Personal Injury Claim?
2010-12-04
A personal injury claim can be filed if you or someone you love has suffered a personal injury by someone else's intentional act or careless behavior. You will want to speak with a personal injury attorney to know if you have a personal injury claim. Every claim is different and the specifics of the accident that caused your injury will determine what type of claim you have.
Many accidents can cause a personal injury and result in a personal injury claim. Some of the accidents that lead to a personal injury claim include:
- Auto accidents
- Truck accidents
- Motorcycle ...
Questions About Lipoabdominoplasty
2010-12-04
What is lipoabdominoplasty?
Lipoabdominoplasty is an advanced plastic surgery procedure that combines liposuction with the tummy tuck procedure. It was introduced by a Brazilian plastic surgeon named Dr. Saldanha several years ago. Combining liposuction and abdominoplasty is done so that excess areas of fat and skin are removed at the same time the abdominal muscles are tightened.
This is a safer technique than using traditional liposuction or traditional abdominoplasty and preserves the lymphatic and vascular systems, which helps in the healing process. Lipoabdominoplasty ...
Is Liposuction an Alternative to Losing Weight?
2010-12-04
Regular exercise and a healthy diet can go a long way to helping get in shape and toned up. However, diet and exercise alone can't always get the lingering fatty deposits keeping you from getting the contoured shape you desire. There is a plastic surgery procedure that can help get rid of that unrelenting fat. Liposuction surgically removes fat from the body in order to better define already toned areas.
Liposuction Procedure
Tumescent liposuction, the most popular form of liposuction, relies on a special solution to prepare the fat for removal. This solution is ...
Bicycle vs. Automobile Accidents
2010-12-04
Bicycle riding is an enjoyable and healthy activity enjoyed by thousands of Floridians, but it can also be dangerous as well. Every year thousands of bicyclists suffer serious injuries caused by negligent motorists. A bicyclist is fatally injured every six hours and nearly half of them are under sixteen years old.
Risk of Bicycle Accidents
Bicycle riders all know the risk of an accident usually comes from three sources:
- Reckless, inattentive or belligerent drivers
- Swinging car doors
- Jaywalking pedestrians
At the same time, a bicycle rider must also be ...
In Michigan, Super Drunk is Super Bad
2010-12-04
In Michigan on October 31, scary costumes on trick or treaters won't be the only thing to be frightened of; a new Michigan statute goes into effect changing the penalties for those convicted of driving drunk.
The section 257.625 of the Michigan Statues creates a new category of drunk driver, for those with blood alcohol content (BAC) above .17.
This category, is labeled by some "Super Drunk Law," but the Grand Rapids Press quotes Anne Readett, spokesperson for the Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning as saying, "We don't really like calling it the super drunk ...
Drunk Driving Laws in Virginia
2010-12-04
Drunk Drivers in Virginia will face severe consequences if convicted, and the laws get tougher every year. From license suspension to jail time, a wide range of civil and criminal punishments are possible. For those who are repeat offenders, the penalties increase substantially. Prosecutors are under increasing pressure to remove drunk drivers from roadways, and will handle DUI cases aggressively. While the state has specific punishments in place, there are additional consequences for being convicted of a DUI. If you have been charged with a DUI, an experienced attorney ...
The Psychology of Investment Fraud
2010-12-04
If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is. But scammers often use psychological tricks to influence potential investors to buy into fraudulent investment schemes. It is sometimes difficult to recognize the difference between a legitimate investment opportunity and a fraudulent scheme. Understanding a little of the psychology of fraud can help investors recognize it.
Providing a Credible Source
One of the most prevalent techniques used to convince people to invest is creating the impression of a credible source. According to the Financial Industry Regulatory ...
West Virginia Schools Get Warning from Federal Government about Bullying
2010-12-04
It's time for West Virginia schools to live up to their legal obligations and take action to stop bullying. This was the message sent by federal education officials to the state's K-12 schools and colleges in a recent letter. A federal government survey of West Virginia high school students found that 23 percent had been the victim of bullying in the last 12 months -- one of the highest percentages of high schoolers in the country.
Federal anti-discrimination laws, including the 1964 Civil Rights Act, prohibit harassment based on race, religion, ethnicity, sex, color, ...
NYPD's Adoption of Iris Scanning Technology may Violate Civil Liberties says Top New York Lawyer David Perecman
2010-12-04
In a move questioned by the New York Civil Liberties Union and some of New York's top lawyers, the New York Police Department is now using machines to photograph and scan the irises of prisoners as they pass through New York Central Booking. The department claims that this new high-tech identification program is part of a failsafe measure meant to prevent escapes as suspects move through New York's complex and winding court system.
Individuals deeply concerned with civil liberties and privacy, like New York top lawyer David Perecman, are uneasy with new regime of personal ...
NYPD's Adoption of Iris Scanning Technology May Violate Civil Liberties, Says Top New York Lawyer David Perecman
2010-12-04
In a move questioned by the New York Civil Liberties Union and some of New York's top lawyers, the New York Police Department is now using machines to photograph and scan the irises of prisoners as they pass through New York Central Booking. The department claims that this new high-tech identification program is part of a failsafe measure meant to prevent escapes as suspects move through New York's complex and winding court system.
Individuals deeply concerned with civil liberties and privacy, like New York top lawyer David Perecman, are uneasy with new regime of personal ...
New York Medical Malpractice Attorney David Perecman Reviews March of Dimes 2010 Premature Birth Report Card
2010-12-04
New York received a "D" grade on the March of Dimes 2010 Premature Birth report card released Wednesday. Every year, approximately 31,187 are born premature in New York State, according to the organization.
Premature birth is the leading cause of death in newborns, and one of the leading causes of infant deaths. Babies who are born premature and survive are at greater risk for lifelong health problems including cerebral palsy, learning disabilities, intestinal problems, respiratory problems, blindness and deafness.
"Whenever babies are born prematurely, doctors ...
Escalator Accident Causes New York Elevator Accident Attorney to Examine Frequency of Related Incidents
2010-12-04
Officials decided to close all 31 escalators at the Frank R. Lautenberg Secaucus Junction Station in New Jersey after an accident Sunday evening injured five people.
Following a New York Jets game, fans were riding up a 25-foot-long escalator with it came to an abrupt stop. Some people who were on the escalator at the time lost their balance and fell. A man and a woman suffered head injuries, while the other three had knee and rib injuries. All were taken to local hospitals.
According to an official, none of the escalator caused injuries were life-threatening.
"What ...
Are We Licensing Teens to Drive Without Adequate Training?
2010-12-04
Even with driver's education courses and a year's worth of behind-the-wheel practice, a new study recently released by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety (FTS) indicates that many teens still do not have the skills necessary to safely drive in a number of road conditions. Despite that, about one-third of teens are still getting their drivers' licenses within one month of being legally eligible to do so, meaning that countless teen drivers hit the road each year without the ability to handle their vehicles properly.
The FTS data, compiled as part of a research study ...
New Jersey Debates Oversight of Nurse Anesthetists
2010-12-04
A suggested revision to current New Jersey Department of Health and Human Services (DHSS) regulations now requiring nurse anesthetists to work in tandem with anesthesiologists could mean big changes for operating rooms all over the state. The change would allow these nurses to administer anesthesia without direct doctor oversight, as long as physicians could be reached in emergencies.
The change would not be shocking for the medical community as a whole -- 30 states already let specially trained nurses administer anesthesia without supervision from physicians -- but ...
Toyota Recall: Have They Really Solved the Problem?
2010-12-04
A recent LA Times story highlights the latest development with cases involving the unintended acceleration of Toyota automobiles and giving rise to product injury claims.
The story discusses a lawsuit filed in California alleging that Toyota failed to report incidents of sudden acceleration. Employees from dealerships are claimed to have either seen sudden acceleration in vehicles or duplicated it.
The suit also alleges Toyota repurchased the vehicles and used confidentiality agreements to buy the customers silence.
The lawsuit filing ran to over 1,100 pages and ...
Staying Aware During the Winter Driving Season
2010-12-04
Accidents can occur on the roads and highways regardless of the time of year or road conditions. The winter months, however, increase conditions that promote serious accidents and injuries. According to a study by the University of California Berkley, adverse weather conditions result in 7,000 fatalities, 800,000 injuries and more than 1.5 million car crashes nationally each year.
The report, as cited in Forbes Magazine, also found that the most dangerous day of the year to drive is the day after the first snowstorm of the season. During this time, people are unprepared ...
Texas Statewide Warrant Roundup
2010-12-04
As government budgets across the country feel more and more pressure, state and local municipalities must find other means to generate revenue. In Texas, the annual statewide warrant roundup helps cities collect millions in outstanding fines.
Last March, over 250 law enforcement agencies from around the state participated in the roundup. Typically, these events occur in the spring though many other cities and jurisdictions conduct other roundups throughout the year, as Dallas County did recently.
In August, Dallas marshals sent notices to those with outstanding warrants ...
British Airways Increases Flights to Cancun Shortly After New Route Launched
2010-12-04
British Airways recently announced that it is to increase the number of scheduled flights it operates to Cancun in Mexico to three a week following its popularity with customers.
Shortly after the inaugural British Airways flight to Cancun touched down in Mexico's most important tourist destination, chief finance officer Keith Williams told guests at a gala dinner to mark the occasion that customer demand had led the airline to increase flight frequency from twice to three-times a week starting from March 2011.
The inaugural flight to the Mexican resort departed on ...
The Harley Medical Group Sees an Uptake in Surgery Bookings for Christmas
2010-12-04
The Harley Medical Group is reporting a 35% surge in patients booking in for surgical procedures YOY as an early present for themselves, the month before Christmas.
Many patients are taking extended Christmas holidays to ensure a full recovery is made before they return to work in the New Year. The most popular surgical procedures for Christmas 2010 include: Breast enlargement, Nose Reshaping, and Liposuction.
Lisa Littlehales, Clinic Manager at The Harley Medical Group, said: "Surgery is a life changing decision that takes a lot of careful consideration, and financial ...
British Airways Adds Flights to Stockholm from London City
2010-12-04
British Airways has taken up options for two new Embraer E-190 jets, one year after the first aircraft in the new fleet went into service, and is about to launch a new double daily flight to Stockholm from London City Airport.
BA CityFlyer, the wholly owned subsidiary of British Airways, originally placed firm orders for six Embraer 170 and five Embraer 190SR efficiency jets, known as E-jets, with options on three further 98-seat Embraer 190s.
They are now converting two of these options for delivery in Spring 2011.
Peter Simpson, BA CityFlyer managing director, ...
National Trust Christmas Gifts That Make a Real Difference
2010-12-04
National Trust is urging shoppers to forget those unwanted Christmas jumpers, socks or candles and think red squirrels and large blue butterflies this Christmas when searching for the perfect present for that difficult-to-buy-for family member or the friend that has everything.
National Trust virtual gifts help to raise much needed cash for a wide range of conservation projects and could help solve the annual what-to-buy-for-Christmas headache.
Money raised in previous years has helped to fund an important research project at Formby to help secure the survival future ...
Superbreak Announces New Paris For Less Promotion
2010-12-04
Superbreak, weekend city break specialist, has announced the launch of its brand-new two-night 'Paris for Less' promotion to offer customers even more value for money on their short break.
As another festive season approaches, the Yorkshire based tour operator has launched its brand-new two-night Paris for Less promotion to give customers more for less in Paris this winter. Customers can choose from one of six free sightseeing tickets on offer, with more expected to be added to the promotion over the next few weeks. With a choice of budget 3* to luxury 5* hotels spanning ...
'Tis the Season to Shop Safely
2010-12-04
As the Philadelphia area plunges into the busy holiday shopping season, Oxford Valley Mall encourages all residents to preserve their comfort and joy by using common sense and 10 safety tips to protect themselves and their valuables while shopping. In fact, it's wise to keep these tips in mind any time throughout the year that large numbers of people gather.
Holiday Shopping Safety Tips
1. When parking, lock your car and take your keys with you.
2. Do not leave valuables in plain view in your car. Lock the valuables and all packages in the trunk.
3. When shopping ...
RX Corp Created a New Online Drugstore rxbuys.com to Be Used by Customers Worldwide for Generic Viagra
2010-12-04
It is natural that all customers using the services of online pharmacies would like to get high quality medicines paying less for them and getting their order within the shortest possible time. That is why the emergence of www.rxbuys.com is very timely and well-taken. This site assures new and regular clients with wide range of products, faster service and guarantees of security. It uses the most updated methods to make every client feel protected from cheating and information pilfering. The ways of delivery and payment are various and can be chosen by the customer according ...
Attorney Says CDC Study on Birth Defects Implicates Popular Fertility Drug
2010-12-04
On July 18, 1975, Terence Mix appeared before an FDA advisory committee to testify about how Clomid (clomiphene citrate) posed a risk of birth defects to the human embryo. He had hoped at the time to draw public attention to the risk and to compel the drug's manufacturer to add a warning to its labeling. Little did he know that it would be another 35 years before his message would reach the general public. But on November 26, 2010, the journal, "Human Reproduction," published over the internet the results of a study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) ...
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