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Heat Network Regulations 2014 - Act Now and Avoid Fines
Many landlords are failing to comply with new Heat Network Regulations 2014 because of a lack of awareness. Find out why landlords need to act now. - March 10, 2016 - TEAM (Energy Auditing Agency Ltd.)
New Day Underwriting Managers Explores Dynamics of the Changing PLL Marketplace
Leading Industry Experts Discuss Pollution Legal Liability (PLL) Coverage & Role in Facilitating Transactions & Managing Financial & Operational/Legacy Environmental Risks - March 09, 2016 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
CompCiti Marks 20 Years of IT Solutions: Rolls-Out Custom Enterprise Cloud, Security, and Upgrade Services in New York
CompCiti celebrates its twenty-year anniversary as a valued IT network solutions provider in New York this year. To mark the occasion, CompCiti expands its offerings with the introduction of custom hardware and software upgrades, cloud computing, and security products. - March 09, 2016 - CompCiti
Cognate Launches Trademark Monitoring Service
Cognate has just announced the launch of their trademark monitoring service, enabling customers to not only publicly document their common law trademark rights, but also monitor and protect them as well. - March 09, 2016 - Cognate.com
Gottlieb, Rackman & Reisman, P.C. Hosted "Meet the Artist" Reception for Nathan Slate Joseph and Zigi Ben-Haim
On March 2, Gottlieb, Rackman & Reisman, P.C. hosted an art reception in honor of world-renowned artists Nathan Slate Joseph and Zigi Ben-Haim, celebrating their contributions to the art world. Diana Muller who is counsel to the firm said about the event: “Gottlieb, Rackman & Reisman... - March 06, 2016 - Gottlieb, Rackman & Reisman, P.C.
Fisher & Phillips Announces Jeff Barnes and Mauro Ramirez Have Been Named to the 2016 List of Texas Rising Stars
The Houston office of Fisher & Phillips, a management-side labor and employment law firm, announced today that Jeff Barnes and Mauro Ramirez have been named to the 2016 Texas Super Lawyers® Rising Stars list. This exclusive list recognizes less than 3 percent of Texas lawyers. Additionally,... - March 06, 2016 - Fisher Phillips, Texas
LCBA and Lee Schools Conclude Another Successful Local Mock Trial Season
Fort Myers High School advances to statewide competition in Orlando. - March 04, 2016 - Lee County Bar Association
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on The Evolution of Cyber Insurance Industry: Unraveling the Complexities Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled: The Evolution of Cyber Insurance Industry: Unraveling the Complexities Live Webcast. This two-hour event is scheduled... - March 04, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Belluck & Fox Mesothelioma Victims Center Now Provides Vital Legal Tips for a Diagnosed US Navy Veteran and Their Family for a Much Better Settlement
The Belluck & Fox Mesothelioma Victims Center is now offering no nonsense legal tips formulated to help a US Navy Veteran who has been diagnosed with mesothelioma anywhere in the nation to ensure they much better mesothelioma compensation. The Center says, "We can’t overemphasize... - March 03, 2016 - Mesothelioma Victims Center
Tennessee's Only Free Child Support Calculator App for iPhone and Android - Miles Mason Family Law Group, PLC
Now parents and attorneys can download Tennessee's only free child support calculator app developed by Memphis divorce attorney Miles Mason, Sr. Parents can visit www.MemphisDivorce.com/Tennessee-child-support-calculator-app/ to try out the Online Tennessee Child Support Calculator and follow the... - March 03, 2016 - Miles Mason Family Law Group, PLC
Jeffery Leving’s “Delight” Featured in Top Art Exhibition in Virginia
Noted artist and famed attorney Jeffery M. Leving is featured in artspace gallery’s prestigious exhibition, “Within Reach,” held at Zero East 4th Street in Richmond, Virginia. Leving’s painting “Delight” (14.75x17.75 in), acrylic and oil on canvas, is featured... - March 03, 2016 - Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving Ltd.
Dr. Subramanian Swamy Releases "President of India on Emergency 1975-1977," by Dr. Janak Raj Jai
Dr. Subramanian Swamy released "President of India on Emergency 1975-1977" by Dr. Janak Raj Jai in the presence of Former Chief Justice Chhattisgarh High Court Yatindra Singh and Mr. Sanjay Joshi, a prominent leader and social activist. - March 03, 2016 - LexisNexis India
Brian P. Murphy Opens New Personal Injury Law Practice; Weighs in on Family’s Right to Pursue Lawsuit in Recent Nursing Home Death Case
Nursing home murder case triggers new questions about a family’s right to pursue legal action against care facility. Personal injury attorney Brian P. Murphy addresses these concerns from his new law practice that exclusively serves Pennsylvania & New Jersey nursing home abuse & neglect victims. - March 02, 2016 - The Law Firm of Brian P. Murphy, PC
Celesq® Announces March CLE: Ethics-Conflicts; IP; Cybersecurity, Data Security, Privacy; Corporate, Securities; Contract, Trial Skills
Celesq® AttorneysEd Center has announced the following web casts for March 2016: Ethics: Conflicts of Interest Principles Applied To IP Law (2626) Live web cast: March 23, 2016 (12:00 noon ET) In this program geared to IP practitioners, Anthony Lo Cicero discusses the Rules of Professional... - March 02, 2016 - Celesq(R) AttorneysEd Center
Pain Recovery Center of Tyler Offers the Quad Video HALO Technology
The Quad Video HALO Technology™, designed to capture the injection process, is available at Pain Recovery Center of Tyler for patients suffering from a work injury, home injury or motor vehicle accident in the greater Tyler, Texas area. - March 02, 2016 - Pain Recovery Center of Tyler
Forcing Apple to Help Government Violates Constitution, Says A Just Cause
Abuse of Power is Becoming Commonplace by Government & Courts Since 9/11, Says A Just Cause - March 01, 2016 - A Just Cause
Belluck & Fox Mesothelioma Victims Center Now Offers a Vital New Service to Ensure a Person with This Cancer Understands How the Compensation Process Works
The Belluck & Fox Mesothelioma Victims Center says, "We want to make certain that a person who has been diagnosed with mesothelioma understands how the mesothelioma claim process actually works. We do everything possible to keep it as simple as possible for the victim and family. The first... - February 29, 2016 - Mesothelioma Victims Center
Economic Development Incentives Inc. Announce Successful Financing for a Majority of All MA Brownfields Tax Credit Dollar Closings for 2012-2014
Bob Dorfman and Hal Davis of Economic Development Incentives Inc. announce successful financing for a majority (59%) of all MA Brownfields Tax Credit dollar closings for calendar years 2012 through 2014 (average), based on statistics recently published by MA Department of Revenue (DOR). - February 26, 2016 - Economic Development Incentives Inc.
John F. Nichols, Sr., Esq. Recognized as an Attorney of Distinction by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
John F. Nichols, Sr., Esq. of Houston, Texas has been recognized as an Attorney of Distinction for 2015 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of law. About John F. Nichols, Sr., Esq. Mr. Nichols, Sr., Esq. has 50... - February 26, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Devastated Rockford Father Reunited with Daughter Thanks to Leving Law
Matrimonial attorneys James Hagler and Selwyn M. Skevin from the Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd. successfully reunited a devastated Rockford father with his 21-month-old baby daughter. The father had no contact with her for most of her life. Previous attorneys from other law firms had failed... - February 25, 2016 - Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving Ltd.
James Walker, Partner, Richards Kibbe & Orbe LLP to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Webcast
James Walker, Partner, Richards Kibbe & Orbe LLP to Speak at The Knowledge Group’s Cross-Border Internal Investigations: Retooling Your Firm’s Investigation Framework Live Webcast. - February 25, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Biotechnology Research Advisor Joins Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel
Philadelphia intellectual property firm hires new scientific advisor to support patent practice. - February 25, 2016 - Panitch Schwarze Belisario & Nadel, LLP
Dimension Awarded a Major Victory
Dimension, Inc. announces that it was awarded a major victory in a recent ruling by the Court of Clark County Nevada, Judge Elizabeth Gonzales presiding. TMM, Inc.’s request to voluntarily dismiss all claims against Dimension, DFMI, Lawrence Panik, Bruce Hoyt, Lyman P. Hurd PhD and John Elton... - February 24, 2016 - Dimension, Inc.
Access (ADA) Expert Talks About Small Businesses at Risk of Litigation
Many Businesses do not know what is an ADA barrier is, or how to resolve it. That makes many properties vulnerable to lawsuits and loss of money. But ADA Compliance allows for a better business environment for all persons regardless of any type of disadvantage. - February 24, 2016 - California Access Consultants
Justice A K Patnaik Launches LexisNexis’ Book "Law and Sports in India-Development, Issues and Challenges, 2nd Edition"
LexisNexis®, a leading provider of content and technology solutions for legal, corporate, tax, academic and government markets, launched "Law and Sports in India-Development, Issues and Challenges, 2nd Edition" by Justice Mukul Mudgal & Vidushpat Singhania at India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, on February 19, 2016. - February 23, 2016 - LexisNexis India
The Knowledge Group Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Adoption and Implementation Issues of the CEO Pay Ratio Rule: What You Need to Know Live Webcast
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast entitled: Adoption and Implementation Issues of the CEO Pay Ratio Rule: What You Need to Know Live Webcast. This two-hour event... - February 23, 2016 - The Knowledge Group
Belluck & Fox Mesothelioma Victims Center Now Provides the Most Experienced Attorneys to Represent a Diagnosed US Navy Veteran and Their Family-Nationwide
The Belluck & Fox Mesothelioma Victims Center says, "We are 100% devoted to the proposition that a US Navy Veteran, or any person for that matter who has been diagnosed with mesothelioma receives the very best possible compensation for this cancer caused by asbestos exposure. We have put... - February 22, 2016 - Mesothelioma Victims Center
Personal Injury Attorneys Melissa Scartelli and Peter Paul Olszewski, Jr. to Present CLE on Expert Witnesses
The day-long seminar sponsored by NBI will discuss the best ways to use expert witnesses in a lawsuit. - February 21, 2016 - Scartelli Olszewski, P.C.
Four “Rising Stars” Recognized at Ferguson Case Orr Paterson LLP
Four attorneys with Ferguson Case Orr Paterson LLP have been named to the Rising Stars list of Super Lawyers for 2016. This is a repeat honor for partners Bret Anderson, Jesse Cahill and Douglas Goldwater, and the first recognition for Kymberley Peck, an associate with Ventura County’s... - February 20, 2016 - Ferguson Case Orr Paterson
Philadelphia Family Law Attorney Kathleen M. Tana to Present Webinar on Adoption for the National Business Institute
Philly lawyer will give a webcast CLE for fellow attorneys on the often intricate and multi-faceted process of adoption. - February 20, 2016 - Willig, Williams & Davidson
Parker Poe Expands Financial Services Practice with Four New Attorneys
Additions Strengthen Firm’s Banking and Capital Markets Group - February 20, 2016 - Parker Poe
Henderson Franklin to Host 24th Annual HR Law & Solutions Seminar
The Employment Law Practice Group at Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. will host the firm's 24th Annual HR Law & Solutions seminar on Monday, April 4, 2016 at the Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort & Spa. This annual seminar is designed to update and educate business owners,... - February 20, 2016 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Mike Masuda Recognized by California Super Lawyers
Noland, Hamerly, Etienne & Hoss is proud to announce that Mike Masuda, a shareholder with the law firm has been selected to the 2016 Northern California Super Lawyers list, an honor reserved for those lawyers who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Mr. - February 20, 2016 - Noland, Hamerly, Etienne & Hoss
How’s My Case Launches, Offers Streamlined Case Assessment Process for Personal Injury Clients
New platform brings together technology, data, and legal experts to deliver unparalleled case assessment experience - February 20, 2016 - How's My Case
DogsBite.org Releases 2015 Dog Bite Fatality Statistics; Percentage of Deaths Attributed to Pit Bulls Rises to 82% and Other Trends
In 2015, canines killed 34 Americans. Pit bulls and their mixes contributed to 82% (28) of these deaths, the highest fatality count on record for the breed and the highest percentage in the nonprofit's 11-years of data collection. - February 19, 2016 - DogsBite.org Incorporated
Past Speaker of Louisiana House of Representatives Chuck Kleckley Joins Adams and Reese
The law firm of Adams and Reese is pleased to announce that Charles Edward “Chuck” Kleckley (R-Lake Charles), former Speaker of the Louisiana House of Representatives from 2012 to 2016 and a successful Lake Charles businessman, has joined the firm as a Government Affairs Advisor... - February 19, 2016 - Adams and Reese LLP
Williams Family Law Welcomes New Associate
New attorney joins leading Bucks County divorce and child custody law firm. - February 19, 2016 - Williams Family Law, P.C.
Darlene Grace Anderson Recognized as a Woman of Excellence by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Darlene Grace Anderson of Boca Raton, Florida has been recognized as a Woman of Excellence for 2015 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of law. About Darlene Grace Anderson Ms. Anderson has over 24 years of... - February 18, 2016 - Strathmore Worldwide
Moye White Welcomes Associate Andrew Spruiell
Andrew Spruiell has joined the Denver law firm Moye White LLP as an associate and member of the firm's Business Section. His practice focusses on mergers and acquisitions, commercial transactions, business planning and debt and equity financing. - February 18, 2016 - Moye White
Fort Myers Land Use Attorney Amanda Brock Named President of Real Estate Society
The law firm of Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is pleased to announce that Attorney Amanda Brock has been named President of the Real Estate Investment Society of Southwest Florida (REIS). Brock concentrates her practice in the area of land use and environmental law. She handles... - February 17, 2016 - Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A.
Velexo Hires New In-House Counsel
Velexo, a Software-Enabled-Services (“SES”) company, announced today that attorney Ladan Shelechi has joined their team in the Corporate Compliance and Legal Affairs group. Ms. Shelechi will serve as the company’s In-House Counsel to manage legal affairs, risk mitigation, third... - February 16, 2016 - Velexo
Lawsuit Alleges Dealership Skipped Recall Work, Injured Woman Settles for Over $2 Million
A lawsuit filed on behalf of a Kansas woman settles for over $2 million. The suit alleged that a car dealership skipped recall work on a vehicle after charging to perform the work. The vehicle later malfunctioned and seriously injured the woman resulting in the loss of a leg. - February 15, 2016 - Copley Roth & Wilson, LLC
Don Barbo Returns to VMG Health’s Business Valuation Practice
VMG Health welcomes back Don Barbo as a managing director in healthcare business valuation services. - February 13, 2016 - VMG Health
Kaiser Wahab Contributes Corporate and Commercial Law Expertise to Lexis Practice Advisor
Riveles Wahab LLP partner Kaiser Wahab has contributed articles and sample annotated agreements related to New York business and commercial law to LexisNexis’ Lexis Practice Advisor. Lexis Practice Advisor offers practical, in-depth advice to attorneys on contract drafting and other... - February 13, 2016 - Riveles Wahab LLP
Jury Awards $25 Million to Motorcyclists Injured by Truck; Puts Most Blame on Trucking Company
A $25 million judgement has been entered in Nueces County District Court against a Chicago-area trucking company and two others in a crash that severely injured two local motorcyclists, announced 18-wheeler injury attorney Billy Edwards. A Nueces County Jury had found that Dillon Transport, Inc. was 60 percent at fault in the accident because it did not properly supervise its drivers. - February 12, 2016 - The Edwards Law Firm
49th Street Bail Bonds Welcomes Newly Licensed Bail Bondsman
Clearwater, FL Bail Bonds Office Adds Lori Ponder to Their Licensed Staff. - February 12, 2016 - 49th Street Bail Bonds
Foundation Title and Red Bank Title Agency Merger
Announcement of the merger between two important Monmouth County, NJ Real Estate Title Insurance and Settlement Companies. - February 11, 2016 - Foundation Title LLC
Think Tank Dinner with Warren Buffett Addresses Current Market Concerns
Joe Della Monica, an Independent Private Wealth Adviser of Ameriprise Financial, met privately with Warren Buffett and J.B. Pritzker over dinner at Pritzker’s home. Famed attorney Jeffery M. Leving, named one of “America’s Best Lawyers” by Forbes Radio, was also present at... - February 11, 2016 - Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving Ltd.
Attorney Jeffery Leving Keynotes National Families and Fathers 17th Annual Conference
On Thursday, February 18, Chicago Fathers Rights Attorney Jeffery M. Leving will be a keynote speaker at the National Families and Fathers 17th Annual Conference in Los Angeles, California. Mr. Leving’s topic, Co-parenting and Child Support Does Not Equal High Conflict, will focus on... - February 11, 2016 - Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving Ltd.
Yeargan Law Releases New Web Resources on Reckless Driving in VA
The Law Office of Wilfred Ward Yeargan recently released new resources on the defenses and penalties associated with being charged with reckless driving in the Commonwealth of Virginia. - February 11, 2016 - The Law Office of Wilfred Ward Yeargan