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Freeland Systems Files Copyright Infringement Claim Against Kardia Health Systems and It's President, Doug Marinaro
Court grants Freeland Systems' request to file a claim of Copyright Infringement against Kardia Health Systems. - June 03, 2010 - Freeland Systems
Oil Rig Blowout & Spill Experts are High in Demand on Zintro.com
Investors, Law-firms, and Consultants are seeking Oil Rig Blowout & Spill Experts on Zintro.com. - June 02, 2010 - Zintro, Inc.
San Francisco DUI Attorney, Kimberly Lutes-Koths Saves CA Driver’s License for Bay Area Client Accused of Drunk Driving: Toothache Leads to DUI Arrest
Kimberly Lutes-Koths, an attorney at the San Francisco Bay Area Criminal Defense firm, Summit Defense, successfully argued at a San Francisco DUI DMV Administrative Hearing yesterday resulting in her client’s driver’s privilege being restored. - May 31, 2010 - Summit Defense Attorneys
Moye White Executive Director Honored by Association of Legal Administrators
Lorri Salyards, Executive Director of Denver law firm, Moye White, receives the ALA's “Association Outstanding Volunteer Award” - May 30, 2010 - Moye White
Beltz & Ruth: Ready to Roll with #4LAW
Rainer Agency has signed renowned law firm Beltz & Ruth on with their innovative marketing tool, the Mobilek Wireless code #4LAW. Beltz & Ruth is set to launch #4LAW mid-summer. - May 30, 2010 - Rainer Agency, Inc.
Social Networking Resource for Accident & Injury Victims: Local Kansas City Personal Injury Firm Joins Facebook and Twitter
Roswold Law Group has joined the world of social networking to provide injury victims with a resource to find local news and information about what to do after you have been involved in an accident. - May 30, 2010 - Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys
The Dayton Law Firm Discusses Importance of Estate Planning to Baby-Boomers
With the growing number of baby-boomers entering their golden years, it is very important to introduce the benefits of estate planning, such as incapacity issues and estate tax planning. - May 28, 2010 - The Dayton Law Firm
Outside Counsel Solutions Adds Jan S. Wimpfheimer as Co-Managing Partner
Outside Counsel Solutions announces the expansion of its corporate practice with the hire of a new corporate lawyer, Jan S. Wimpfheimer. Jan was most recently a partner at Herzog, Fox & Neeman and will serve as Co-Managing Partner of the firm, along with Dov Schwell. - May 27, 2010 - Schwell Wimpfheimer & Associates LLP
Quick Companies Cautions for ASIC Fee Increase
The March Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures released on April 28, 2010 shows that the fees charged under the Corporations (Fees) Act 2001 and Corporations (Review Fees) Act 2003, will be increased as of July 1, 2010. The fees will be indexed each financial year based on any raise in the CPI. The... - May 26, 2010 - Quick Companies
ManilaVisa an Accomplished Visa Service
The well known Legal Services in Thailand (Siam Legal International) has accomplished its new division in the Philippines. - May 26, 2010 - ManilaVisa - Visa Application, Immigration Consultants, Visa Services Philippines
Outsourced Paralegal Services Reaches Company Milestone: 500 Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Cases Have Been Filed Since 2009
Freelance bankruptcy paralegal service, Outsourced Paralegal Services LLC (OPS), has filed a total of 500 bankruptcy cases nationwide since May of 2009. - May 24, 2010 - Outsourced Paralegal Services
Celesq® is an Accredited Provider in the State of New York (Certified by the New York State Continuing Legal Education Board)
Mandatory CLE jurisdiction. Celesq® is an Accredited Provider in the State of New York (certified by the New York State Continuing Legal Education Board) for the period July 1, 2010 through June 30, 2013 for the following categories and methods of presentation: Prerecorded audio (which... - May 24, 2010 - Celesq(R) AttorneysEd Center
Free Intellectual Property Law App Now Available for iPhone
iPhone app for patent and trademark attorneys released - May 22, 2010 - Erik M. Pelton & Associates, PLLC
Investigative Advisory Group and Kivu Consulting Partner to Assist Clients with Increasingly Complex Investigations
Two of California’s leading investigations and litigation support firms are working together to meet growing client demand for understanding and resolving today’s increasingly complex cases. - May 20, 2010 - Kivu Consulting, Inc.
NAMWOLF Lauds San Diego Gas & Electric for Increasing Opportunities for Minority and Women Owned Businesses
The National Association of Minority and Women-Owned law firms (NAMWOLF) applauds San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E), a unit of Sempra Energy for its commitment to provide opportunities for minority and women owned businesses. SDG&E announced on May 13, 2010 the closing of a public... - May 19, 2010 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Greenspoon Marder Growth Spurt Spurs New Lines of Business
Greenspoon Marder, a full-service business law firm, has opened two new practice areas and expanded three others, with the recent hiring of five new attorneys. The Florida-based firm now offers International Tax services, to complement its domestic practice, and Public Insurance Adjusting, to... - May 18, 2010 - Greenspoon Marder
Jury Verdict in PowerRPC and JRPC Copyright Infringement Lawsuit
A federal jury entered a verdict of copyright infringement against Chordiant Software, Inc. for infringing the copyrights of PowerRPC and JRPC technologies in the Chordiant Marketing Director product. - May 17, 2010 - Netbula, LLC
Henderson Franklin Welcomes Attorney Kevin Noell to Litigation Team
The law firm of Henderson Franklin is pleased to announce that Attorney Kevin Noell has joined the firm as an associate in the Tort and Insurance Litigation practice group. Prior to joining Henderson Franklin, Kevin worked for a statewide insurance defense firm representing clients in cases... - May 16, 2010 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
The Connolly Law Firm Announces New Offshore Asset Reporting Laws Could Prove Costly to Investors
The Connolly Law Firm and its associates is one of the Nation’s leaders in providing offshore asset protection structures. For many years the Connolly Law Firm has warned individuals, who establish offshore asset protection structures and accounts, that proper reporting is a key to their... - May 14, 2010 - Connolly Law Firm
David J. Fernandez Joins Carter Ledyard & Milburn LLP
Expands Firm’s New York Corporate Practice - May 13, 2010 - Carter Ledyard & Milburn LLP
Mitratech Extends TeamConnect with Proof, Privacy, and E-Signature Services by RPost
The TeamConnect / RPost offering provides Corporate Counsel confidence in email transmittal, the ability to expedite contract activation, and improved VAT support. - May 13, 2010 - RPost
Greenspoon Marder Attorney Receives President’s Call to Service Award
William Berger, senior partner, co-chair of the litigation department and managing partner of the West Palm Beach offices at Greenspoon Marder, P.A., was presented with the President’s Call to Service Award, the highest honor awarded by the office of the President of the United States for... - May 12, 2010 - Greenspoon Marder
St. Louis Attorney, Susan Kister, Announces New Website: www.kisterlaw.com
Announcing the release of www.kisterlaw.com. For more than 25 years, Attorney Susan Kister has provided criminal defense and post-conviction relief to people across Missouri and Illinois and throughout the United States. She has handled countless cases involving drug charges, violent crimes, homicide, sex offenses, fraud, racketeering and more. - May 09, 2010 - Susan S. Kister, P.C.
Criminal Defense Attorney Richard Zemble “Tip of the Week”
The Law Office of Criminal Defense Attorney Richard Zemble added a “Tip of the Week” to his zemblelaw.com web site and his Facebook group “Law Office of Richard Zemble.” - May 08, 2010 - Law Office of Richard Zemble
St. Louis DWI Defense Attorney Grant Shostak, of Shostak & Shostak, LLC, Offers Free Book for Missouri DWI Defendants
DWI defense lawyer Grant Shostak has co-authored a must have book for anyone charged with DWI or other alcohol related driving offense in Missouri. The comprehensive legal guide explains the laws related to DWI in an easy to understand manner and is free to members of the public. - May 07, 2010 - Shostak & Shostak, LLC
Spike in Use of Popular Reflux Drug to Treat Infants Causes Alarm
Reglan, metoclopramide never approved for use in infants - May 06, 2010 - Blizzard, McCarthy & Nabers
Jackson Lewis LLP Continues Growth in Baltimore
Jackson Lewis LLP (www.jacksonlewis.com), one of the country’s largest and fastest growing workplace law firms, announced three additional attorneys, including a prominent partner from Hogan & Hartson, have joined its Baltimore office. This brings the number of employment and labor... - May 06, 2010 - Jackson Lewis LLP
May is Elder Law Month
In honor of Elder Law Month, Kathleen Flammia, P.A., is hosting two seminars to provide information and tools for the public to talk about their wishes with family and healthcare providers, Medicaid, Long-Term Care and Estate Planning. On May 18th, 2010 from 5:30-8:30 p.m., Attorney Kathleen... - May 06, 2010 - Flammia Law PA
Local Chicago Attorney Appointed Visiting Professor at D.C. Law School
Chicago-based general counsel and litigation attorney Bruce B. Jackson will fulfill a one-year visiting professorship assignment at Catholic University of America - Columbus School of Law as “Distinguished Practitioner in Residence.” Jackson has been of Counsel with the firm of Anthony J. Madonia & Associates, Ltd. since its inception almost fifteen years ago. - May 06, 2010 - Anthony J. Madonia & Associates, Ltd.
Corso & Rhude Wants Arizonans to Remember Five DUI Facts This Cinco de Mayo
Arizona Law Firm Believes Drivers Should Know their Rights. - May 05, 2010 - Law Office of Corso & Rhude, PLLC
Arkfeld on Electronic Discovery and Evidence: the Spotlight on Legal Holds
Updated and expanded through January, 2010 this edition (1300+ pages) includes a detailed discussion of ediscovery federal and state cases with critical cross references to the underlying technology and legal concepts such as legal holds, FRE 502, burdensome, “meet and confer” and court sanctions. Also included are four Best Practices Guides, Practice Forms and eBook on a CD-ROM. - May 04, 2010 - Law Partner Publishing, LLC
Informational Interview for Missouri Accident Victims by Attorney Grant Shostak of Shostak & Shostak, LLC Now Available
As the guest of the simulated One on One radio show, attorney Grant Shostak of the St. Louis, Missouri law firm Shostak & Shostak, LLC, discusses issues confronting persons injured in auto and truck accidents, slips and falls, and on the job injuries in Missouri. - May 03, 2010 - Shostak & Shostak, LLC
Phase 1 of WisInjury.com Complete
Phase 1 of WisInjury.com is complete. WisInjury.com is now in ‘Beta Testing.’ Wisconsin attorneys who specialize in representing injury victims are invited to add their firm to the site. During the ‘Beta Testing’ phase, the listing fees are reduced to compile as many new... - May 03, 2010 - WisInjury.com
Connolly Law Firm Helps Businesses Prepare for New Liability Exposure Under the Ledbetter Bill
The Connolly Law Firm and its associates is one of the Nation’s leaders in providing comprehensive asset protection structures for business owners. For many years the Connolly Law Firm has continued to inform individuals as to the destructive effects of litigation on uninformed and, thus,... - May 01, 2010 - Connolly Law Firm
Doan Law Firm Bankruptcy Attorney Craig Hill Awarded "Outstanding Intern of the Year"
Southern California Bankruptcy Law Firm proudly announces the honor bestowed upon one of its talented young attorneys. - April 28, 2010 - Doan Law Firm, LLP
San Diego Patients Participate in the Worldwide Marijuana March
San Diego Patients Participate In The Worldwide Marijuana March 2010. San Diego medical marijuana patients and their supporters will meet at 11am and march together from Crystal Pier on the boardwalk to the lifeguard station at Mission Beach and back again in support of the medical marijuana... - April 26, 2010 - Southern California NORML
Expertise of Surveillance Showcased Through Publication
Chris Loomis, P.I., of Chris Loomis Consultations, an Arcadia, California (Los Angeles County) based licensed private investigations firm, has once again been published on the topic of surveillance. - April 25, 2010 - Chris Loomis Consultations A Private Investigations Firm
The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms Lauds Laurie N. Robinson on Recent Article, Driving Diversity
The National Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms applauds Laurie N. Robinson for driving diversity and encouraging corporations to open their preferred provider lists to MWBE law firms. - April 25, 2010 - National Association of Minority and Women-Owned Law Firms
Fitzpatrick, Cella, Harper & Scinto Receives 2010 Burton Legal Achievement Award
Fitzpatrick, Cella, Harper & Scinto, one of the world’s premier intellectual property law firms, is pleased to announce that Donald J. Curry, Partner in the New York office, was named a recipient of the 2010 Burton Award for Legal Achievement. Mr. Curry will receive this award for his... - April 24, 2010 - Fitzpatrick, Cella, Harper & Scinto
Rainer and Rasansky Reinvent Vanity Number as Premier Marketing Tool
Attorneys Robert K. Rainer and Jeff Rasansky have invested in a long neglected toll free vanity number, and are re-introducing it as the most cost-efficient and effective way to unite clients and lawyers. - April 23, 2010 - Rainer Agency, Inc.
MySmallClaim.com Offers Helpful Solutions to Californians Going to Court
A new Internet-based service focusing on facilitating small claims actions by plaintiffs has established itself. MySmallClaim.com is a comprehensive professional document preparation service that assists individuals in preparing for small claims court. With a thorough understanding of the small... - April 22, 2010 - MySmallClaim.com
MCLE News for Texas Attorneys: New Programs Accredited for TX Participatory Credit Effective May 10, Including New International Oil & Gas Series
Celesq® AttorneysEd Center today announced some timely reminders and news for attorneys admitted to practice in Texas. Celesq® AttorneysEd Center is an accredited sponsor by the State Bar of Texas, Committee on MCLE, and a number of Celesq®’s online programs are approved for... - April 22, 2010 - Celesq(R) AttorneysEd Center
Fort Myers Attorneys Thomas Gunderson and Russell Schropp Named to Super Lawyers Corporate Counsel Magazine
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A., is pleased to announce that two Fort Myers attorneys, Thomas H. Gunderson and Russell P. Schropp, have been named by the national Super Lawyers Corporate Counsel magazine as top attorneys in their practice areas of real estate and land... - April 22, 2010 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Liles Parker PLLC, Attorneys and Counselors at Law, Announces the Appointment of Leonard V. Schneider IV, Esq. As Partner of the Firm
Liles Parker PLLC, a boutique firm with offices in Washington, DC, San Antonio, TX and Houston, TX, is pleased to announce that Leonard V. Schneider IV, Esq. has joined as a Partner of the Firm. With a solid litigation and administrative background, Mr. Schneider will be working out of the Firm's Houston office. - April 21, 2010 - Liles Parker, PLLC
Biggest Sale of the Year on Safety Training Videos
National Safety Compliance is offering its annual spring sale on OSHA safety training videos. NSC's Safety Library Builder (SLB-15) will be discounted $200 until May 28, 2010. National Safety Compliance is a provider of OSHA safety training videos for all US employers. These high quality and... - April 20, 2010 - National Safety Compliance, Inc.
New Door Title, LLC Launches New Website Aimed at South Florida Home Buyers, Realtors, Real Estate Developers and Lenders
New Door Title, LLC, a full service residential and commercial title agency, launched a new website offering a full range of title services, title insurance, loan restructuring and short sale solutions. Alan Polin of Polin & Associates, a successful law practice based in Coral Springs, Florida,... - April 19, 2010 - New Door Title
Fitzpatrick, Cella, Harper & Scinto Honored as Firm of the Year in Life Science/Biotech and Pharmaceutical IP Litigation by Managing Intellectual Property
Fitzpatrick, Cella, Harper & Scinto, (www.fitzpatrickcella.com) one of the world’s premier intellectual property law firms, has been recognized by a leading international magazine for IP owners – Managing Intellectual Property (http://www.managingip.com/about) – in two... - April 18, 2010 - Fitzpatrick, Cella, Harper & Scinto
Linda M. O'Rourke a Local CPA Earns Exclusive “Accredited in Business Valuation” (ABV) Credential as Valuation Expert
Linda M. O’Rourke, a CPA valuation expert and principal of O’Rourke and Associates located in Clearwater, FL has recently been awarded the ABV Credential by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). The ABV Credential, established in 1998 by the AICPA, is granted... - April 16, 2010 - O'Rourke and Associates
Attorney Rex Gump of Moberly, Missouri Successfully Mediates Serious Personal Injury Case
Attorney Rex Gump had a successful outcome in mediation for two Plaintiffs injured by a speeding car that clipped their vehicle. - April 16, 2010 - Tatlow, Gump, Faiella & Wheelan, LLC
New Release by Anonymous Doctor Adds Logic to Debate of Civil Union and Marriage Rights- Published by Dog Ear Publishing
Both sides of the same-sex marriage debate should take a look at this Dog Ear Publishingpublished book that makes a simple suggestion: Remove civil rights from marriage for both gays and straights. The author believes that civil unions should define a legal relationship and be a civil right for... - April 16, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing