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3 Legal Documents Every Graduating Senior Needs to Ensure Parents Can Make Important Medical and Financial Decisions on Their Child’s Behalf
As a legal adult, privacy laws can prevent parents from making medical decisions on their child’s behalf. For that reason, parents of graduating seniors are urged to help their child prepare HIPAA forms, a Power of Attorney and an Advance Health Care Directive to ensure they are consulted should their child become incapacitated or seriously injured in an accident. - April 13, 2011 - Georgia Estate Plan: Worrall Law LLC
Law Offices of Kent W. Meyer (Roseville, Ca) Announces the Release of a Buy – Sell Agreement Article. This Article May be Useful to Any Business Owner.
Kent W. Meyer, MBA, PhD, JD, LLM shares his knowledge of Buy - Sell Agreements. The purpose of this article is to educate business owners or potential business owners with the hopes that those who read it will draft the necessary documents to protect their business interests. Specifically, this... - April 12, 2011 - Kent W. Meyer Law
Veteran and Attorney Shoots PSA and Commercial at Local Vietnam Museum
Wade Coye, attorney and veteran of the U.S. Army, recently completed two video shoots at the Cpl. Smedley National Vietnam War Museum in preparation of his upcoming Memorial Day speaking engagement. - April 10, 2011 - Coye Law Firm
Attorney Cinnamon Rice Joins Zausmer, Kaufman, August, Caldwell & Tayler, P.C.
Rice has experience handling personal and commercial lines of business and a wide variety of litigation, including first and third-party auto, premises liability, construction, maritime, fraud and insurance coverage. - April 09, 2011 - Zausmer, Kaufman, August, Caldwell & Tayler, P.C.
Bar President Elect John Howe Joins the Law Offices of Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC
Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC (LLL&S) announces that John M. Howe, founding attorney of the Law Offices of J.M. Howe and President Elect of Palm Beach County Bar Association, has joined the Firm on an “Of Counsel” basis, and he will be focusing in the practice areas of... - April 09, 2011 - Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith
Lease Alternatives: Cohen Firm Helps Businesses Find Commercial Lease Solutions
Business owners are no longer able to pay the rates of yesterday and need relief from inflated lease payments. The Cohen Firm has announced that it intends to provide relief for beleaguered businesses that are being "drained" of their cash flow by outdated and exorbitant leases. - April 07, 2011 - The Cohen Firm
Attorney Michael A. Schwartz Joins Zausmer, Kaufman, August, Caldwell & Tayler, P.C.
Schwartz specializes in the defense of first and third party auto claims and commercial general liability claims. - April 07, 2011 - Zausmer, Kaufman, August, Caldwell & Tayler, P.C.
Cohen Firm Tackles Bankruptcy Field, Enlists Intern Help
The Cohen Firm is starting up a bankruptcy practice to meet the demands of the current economy. The firm has decided to utilize intern assistance to work on the project. - April 06, 2011 - The Cohen Firm
Carolina Ballet Board Chair Melanie Dubis Announces A Midsummer Night’s Dream Gala
Fundraising Event on April 30 to Benefit Carolina Ballet - April 02, 2011 - Melanie Dubis
Peter Strauss Chosen to Speak at AICPA Conference in Las Vegas
Peter J. Strauss, Esq. has been selected as a speaker at the American Institute of CPA’s (AICPA) Conference: Tax Strategies for the High-Income Individual. The 2011 conference will be held at the Bellagio in Las Vegas, NV on May 5th and 6th. His topic will be, “What Every CPA Needs to... - April 01, 2011 - The Strauss Law Firm
Texas Super Lawyers® Rising Star Edition
Klemchuk Kubasta LLP Attorneys Names to Texas Rising Stars List - April 01, 2011 - Klemchuk LLP
Law Firm Uses iPad and Other Technology in Denied Disability Benefits Claims
The attorneys and staff of the Coye Law Firm are beginning to use technology more and more in the course of a denied disability claim. Technology helps improve the claimant's chances of being awarded disability benefits for their disabling condition. - March 31, 2011 - Coye Law Firm
The Law Offices of Benjamin H. Cooper PC is Pleased to Announce the Addition of Attorney's Pooja Chawla and Lawanda D. Ross in the Practice of Labor & Employment
The Law Offices of Benjamin H. Cooper, PC welcomes Pooja Chawla, Esquire and LaWanda D. Ross, Esquire to the firms practice of Labor and Employment. Pooja Chawla received her undergraduate and post-graduate degrees in Delhi, India. Ms. Chawla practices law in Birmingham, Alabama and is a member of... - March 31, 2011 - Cooper-Johnson A Professional Law Group LLC
Dr. Leigh-Davis, Popular Television Personality, Announces New Format for “On This Very Week,” and Forthcoming Google Gadgets
Dr. Leigh-Davis, popular television legal analyst, is creating Google gadgets for her renamed TV show, “On This Very Month.” - March 30, 2011 - Dr. Leigh-Davis
Dr. Leigh-Davis and Confidence Magazine, Again Team Up with iTunes, to Promote London Expansion
The previous iTunes giveaway proved so successful; Dr. Leigh-Davis and Confidence Magazine, are again giving Londoners a free iTunes music mix CD, along with, a free issue of Confidence Magazine. - March 30, 2011 - Dr. Leigh-Davis
Employment Law Attorneys Address HR Challenges, Trends at April Seminar; Fisher & Phillips Provides Practical Solutions for Workplace Problems at Atlanta Event
Fisher & Phillips LLP, one of the nation’s leading law firms in the field of labor and employment law, will have a one-day seminar in Atlanta to address upcoming employment law changes and challenges facing employers in 2011. The “One Day, Many Solutions” seminar will be... - March 30, 2011 - Fisher Phillips Denver
Attorney Melissa Brumback's Blog Named Best Overall Blog in the Construction Industry
Ragsdale Liggett PLLC attorney Melisaa Brumback was selected among dozens of competitors to win the Best Construction Blog. - March 27, 2011 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
Chester/Kubasta Lead ABA “Grey Market” Roundtable Event
Kelly Kubasta and J. F. (Jim) Chester, senior partners in the Dallas-based intellectual property law firm of Klemchuk Kubasta LLP, recently lead a roundtable discussion about the implications of the recent Supreme Court decision in Omega, S.A. v. Costco Wholesale Corp. Each quarter, the American... - March 27, 2011 - Klemchuk LLP
Parker Poe’s Melanie Dubis Partners with Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce on Social Media Policy
Dubis Denotes Rules and Restrictions for Use with Social Networking Sites. - March 27, 2011 - Melanie Dubis
Fisher & Phillips Attorneys Selected to 2011 New Jersey Super Lawyers®
Fisher & Phillips LLP announced today that four of its New Jersey attorneys are included in 2011 New Jersey Super Lawyers®, a publication which recognizes lawyers state-wide for their practices in labor and employment law. Partners Rosemary Gousman, Alan Lesnewich and Christopher Mills, along with Senior Counsel Cynthia Jacob, are honored with the distinction. - March 27, 2011 - Fisher Phillips Denver
Gary S. Lesser, Esq, Managing Partner of Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC Elected by Peers to Florida Bar Board of Governors
Gary S. Lesser, the managing partner of Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC (LLL&S), has been elected by his peers to The Florida Bar Board of Governors for the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit, Seat 4. He will be sworn into office for a two-year term at The Florida Bar's Annual Convention in... - March 25, 2011 - Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith
Attorney Gary August Selected Among Michigan Lawyers Weekly’s Leaders in the Law 2011
As a shareholder of the firm, August serves many high profile clients in cases involving construction law, general litigation, and insurance coverage. - March 25, 2011 - Zausmer, Kaufman, August, Caldwell & Tayler, P.C.
Markhoff & Mittman Partner Participates in Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire Memorial Dinner
Daniel Elias, Partner of Disability Law Firm, Markhoff & Mittman, P.C., and his band will help entertain the crowd and raise funds for scholarships at The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire Memorial Dinner on March 25, 2011. - March 24, 2011 - Markhoff & Mittman PC
James L. Conner II Named Partner at the Law Firm of Ragsdale Liggett
Jim Conner has been named partner at Ragsdale Liggett law firm in Raleigh. He heads the environmental and health care litigation practice groups. - March 24, 2011 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
Fort Myers Real Estate Attorney Tyra Read Appointed to Cape Coral Construction Industry Association Board
Southwest Florida Real Estate Lawyer Tyra Read has joined the CCCIA Board of Directors. - March 24, 2011 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Bagolie Friedman Offers Bus Safety Tips After Deadly Chinatown Bus Crashes, Steer Attention Toward Driver Certifications and Safety Guidelines
To help minimize the risk of a crash passengers request driver credentials, report aggressive driving or reckless behavior to bus carriers and/or the police, and only ride buses from established companies with solid safety records. - March 23, 2011 - Bagolie Friedman Injury Lawyers
SaferProducts.gov Will Aide & Educate Consumers
Philadelphia personal injury law firm Sheridan & Murray encourages buyers to utilize new site; pushes manufacturers to improve safety. - March 23, 2011 - Sheridan & Murray, LLC
Autism Awareness Month: Atlanta Special Needs Attorney at GeorgiaFamilyLaw.com Has 3 Key Planning Steps for Parents of Special Needs Children
April is Autism Awareness Month, which seeks to educate the public about the needs and challenges facing those with autism spectrum disorders. Yet despite the observance, Atlanta special needs attorney Steve Worrall warns that many parents of special needs children are still in the dark as to 3 key planning steps designed to protect their child if the unthinkable happens. - March 23, 2011 - Georgia Estate Plan: Worrall Law LLC
Christopher D. Hopkins, Esq Named General Counsel for Brand New Day Inc.
Christopher D. Hopkins, Esq was recently named General Counsel for Brand New Day, Inc. Brand New Day is a not-for-profit community development corporation. - March 20, 2011 - The Law Office of Christopher D. Hopkins, LLC
The Law Firm CrimLaw Gets a Face Lift with a New Website
Leading law firm in Australia that employs some of the best criminal lawyers re-launches the website, makes it more informative. - March 19, 2011 - CrimLaw
Elder Law Attorney, Mary M. Markovich, P.A. to Facilitate Affordable Veterans Affairs Bootcamp Training in Raleigh, NC.
Attorney Mary Markovich, JD, MBA has been a North Carolina Elder Law Attorney for over 17 years. Several years ago Ms. Markovich deliberately shifted focus and went on a personal mission to work with her clients who need help in paying for long term care expenses. Mary combines the expertise of a... - March 19, 2011 - The Law Offices of Mary Markovich, PA
Fisher & Phillips Employment Law Seminar April 7 in Houston: "One Day, Many Solutions"
The Houston office of Fisher & Phillips, the national labor and employment law firm, is hosting a one day seminar for anyone with responsibility for managing people and policies impacting the workplace. - March 18, 2011 - Fisher Phillips Denver
Dr. Leigh-Davis and Confidence Magazine Give Away Free Music, in Celebration of the London Edition of Confidence Magazine
Although working on the American TV show “The Legal Analyst,” Dr. Leigh-Davis hopes to attract new readers to Confidence Magazine, by giving away iTunes music mix CDs, to Londoners. - March 17, 2011 - Dr. Leigh-Davis
Ragsdale Liggett Has Named David K. Liggett Managing Partner of the Law Firm
Attorney David K. Liggett has been named to succeed his father, Frank R. Liggett III as managing partner at Ragsdale Liggett PLLC, one of the most respected law firms in North Carolina. - March 17, 2011 - Ragsdale Liggett PLLC
Collins Einhorn Attorney Deborah Hebert Promoted to Partner
Hebert focuses on insurance coverage law while devoting a significant portion of her practice to preparing coverage opinions, advising clients of their contract rights and obligations, and managing coverage litigation. - March 17, 2011 - Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff, P.C.
The Trust Store California Estate Planning Law Firm Launches Innovative Online Skype Centered Legal Practice
The Trust Store Estate Planning Attorneys Today Announce the Opening of the First California Trusts and Estates Law Firm to Base it's Practice Around Skype Video Teleconferencing. - March 15, 2011 - The Trust Store
New York Attorney Announces Increase in Injuries from Fosamax and DePuy Hip Replacements
Their firm has seen an increase in the number of cases relating to Fosmax and DePuy hip replacements. Fosamax the drug known to treat and prevent osteoporosis, has been shown to increase the risk of femur, hip and thigh fractures. Some patients that were given the defective DePuy implant had to undergo revisionary surgery, causing extensive pain and suffering. If you are experiencing such discomfort, victims should seek help immediately from their doctor or medical professional. - March 12, 2011 - Rudolph F.X. Migliore, P.C.
Philip Mullins Joins Attorneys on Call Program to Provide Free Legal Advice
Attorney Philip Mullins, of Thomas, Ferguson & Mullins, L.L.P. appeared on the WRAL-TV segment Attorneys on Call, to field legal questions on Friday, March 4th. Mullins appeared as part of his community service in his role as Durham County Bar Association President for 2010-11. WRAL TV was one... - March 11, 2011 - Thomas, Ferguson and Mullins, L.L.P.
Costly DUIs Arise at Spring Training Baseball Games According to Corso & Rhude
Cactus League baseball games pose a very costly DUI risk for baseball fans, according to the Law Office of Corso & Rhude. In Arizona, even a first offense DUI can bring jail time. And out-of-state residents who travel to Arizona to follow their favorite baseball team are not exempt from the... - March 10, 2011 - Law Office of Corso & Rhude, PLLC
Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC Underwrites Fit & Fun Sports Program for Second Year at Levis Jewish Community Center for Children with Special Needs
The law firm of Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC continues to provide significant funding to bring “fun and fitness” to more than 75 children and teens with special needs who are enrolled in the upcoming Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center Fit & Fun Sports Program... - March 10, 2011 - Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith
The First Annual Wear ‘em for Wellness Day on Friday, April 29, 2011 - Sponsored by Jaburg & Wilk, P.C
Wear ‘em for Wellness Day on Friday April 29th to benefit The Wellness Community-Arizona Jaburg Wilk, P.C is sponsoring the first annual Wear ‘em for Wellness Day on Friday, April 29, 2011. Businesses are encouraged to allow each employee to wear jeans on Friday, April 29th in exchange... - March 09, 2011 - Jaburg & Wilk, P.C.
Fisher & Phillips Provides Practical Solutions to Workplace Problems at April Seminar in Denver
National labor & employment law firm, Fisher & Phillips, hosts a one day seminar in Denver to prepare employers, managers and workforce decision makers for the employment law challenges and changes they will face in 2011. - March 09, 2011 - Fisher Phillips Denver
Law Professor, Dr. Leigh-Davis, Blasts the Historical Way Law School is Taught
Dr. Leigh-Davis was the sole person in a televised roundtable discussion, who did not favor the Socratic Method. - March 09, 2011 - Dr. Leigh-Davis
Dr. Leigh-Davis Hopes to Give More Lectures in London, as She Takes Charge of the London Location of Confidence Magazine
Although working on the American TV show “The Legal Analyst,” Dr. Leigh-Davis is headed to London to add her input to Confidence Magazine; and she hopes London will come calling with more opportunities for her to lecture on the American legal system. - March 08, 2011 - Dr. Leigh-Davis
Frankfurt Listings: Go Public Fast: New Fully Compliant Frankfurt Exchange Public Shells and Listings Available Now Through Frankfurtlistings.com
Merger Law Associates Ltd. has UK Plc. shells on Frankfurt Stock Exchange. These shells are fully compliant with the new rules and regulations of the Open Market Segment of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. - March 07, 2011 - Merger Law Associates
Litigator Heidi S. Reiff of Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC Installed as President Elect of Palm Beach County Justice Association
Heidi Reiff, an attorney at Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC (LLL&S) has been elected by her peers and installed as the President-Elect of the Palm Beach County Justice Association (PBCJA), an organization of more than 450 trial attorneys and paralegals in Palm Beach County that... - March 06, 2011 - Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith
Motley Crue to Tour South America in 2011
Legendary rockers Motley Crue will tour South America in May 2011 with support act Buckcherry - March 04, 2011 - Gabe Reed Productions
Attorney Kellie L. Howard-Goudy Joins Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff P.C.
Howard-Goudy focuses her practice on professional liability claims, toxic tort and private security defense. She also holds specialties in defense litigation, including property insurance defense, contracts, premises liability and commercial litigation. - March 04, 2011 - Collins, Einhorn, Farrell & Ulanoff, P.C.
Rachel Gebaide Appointed to Jewish Family Services Board of Directors
Attorney Rachel D. Gebaide and partner with Lowndes Drosdick, Doster, Kantor & Reed, P.A., has been appointed to serve on the board of directors for Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando (JFS). Ms. Gebaide represents employers in federal and state courts and before administrative agencies... - March 03, 2011 - Lowndes, Drosdick, Doster, Kantor & Reed, P.A.
Chicago Attorney Vivek Jayaram Leads Copyright, Trademark, and Licensing Workshop for Artists
On January 29, 2011 Chicago attorney Vivek Jayaram of Jayaram Law Group led a workshop titled “Legal-Ease: Rights, Incorporation and Protections for Artists” which teaches visual artists, graphic designers, and musicians about registering and enforcing copyrights, trademarks and... - March 03, 2011 - Jayaram Law Group