Top Government Judicial, Press release and news information from 24-7 Press Release Newswire en-us http://rss.24-7pressrelease.com/images/24-7PressRelease_rss_logo.gif http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/ http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press_releases_by_category.php?cat=388 http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/brian-mclaurin-comments-on-efforts-to-review-federal-law-344766.php Mon, 20 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT The recent announcement by US Congress to create the House Committee on the Judiciary Over-Criminalization Task Force of 201 has many anticipating a comprehensive review of federal law. Civil litigator Brian McLaurin weighs in on this development. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/dallas-family-lawyer-thomas-j-obrien-joins-rosewalker-344526.php Sat, 18 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT Dallas-based Rose•Walker LLP, a national trial and business law firm, is announcing the addition of accomplished family law attorney Thomas J. O'Brien as a partner. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/international-trademark-conference-in-dallas-highlights-importance-of-intellectual-property-in-todays-global-marketplace-344178.php Thu, 16 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT As the Internet provides a global marketplace for companies of all sizes, the need to protect business identity and brand image is of growing importance, according to the "Pulse of the City" radio program, sponsored by Munck Wilson Mandala. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/sex-offender-registration-has-dire-consequences-for-juveniles-343993.php Tue, 14 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT A report from Human Rights Watch issued in May 2013 revealed the damage that being included on sex offender registries can do to juvenile offenders. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/kind-attention-president-obama-and-all-education-leaders-any-wonder-that-a-mother-does-not-need-to-be-an-expert-on-wisdom-to-raise-a-wise-child-342516.php Sat, 04 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT Mr. Education Secretary: We simply do not need to even know what is wisdom to make society wise! Just follow what God is clearly telling us about wisdom. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/new-law-for-selfdefence-and-defence-of-property-342151.php Thu, 02 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT New Citizen's Arrest and Self-defence Act is in effect as of March 11, 2013. It introduces a new concept to the law in Canada: arrest within a reasonable time. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/new-study-reveals-prevalence-of-harmful-medication-among-seniors-wins-attention-of-attorney-michael-gopin-342396.php Thu, 02 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT New research from Brown University suggests that 21 percent of elderly Americans are prescribed medications that may pose harm. Personal injury attorney Michael Gopin comments on this new development. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/concurrency-to-share-microsoft-ediscovery-insights-in-free-educational-events-for-legal-and-it-managers-342424.php Thu, 02 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT Concurrency consultants will share eDiscovery solutions on the Microsoft enterprise platform in a series of free Microsoft eDiscovery events featuring SharePoint 2013, Exchange 2013, and Lync 2013, to be held in Chicago, Milwaukee, and Appleton, WI. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/wilmington-financial-crimes-defense-lawyer-ryan-stump-helped-client-avoid-jail-time-in-felony-embezzlement-case-341851.php Tue, 30 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Attorney Ryan Stump of Roberts Law Group, PLLC, successfully argued for a reduction of a felony embezzlement charge to a misdemeanor, avoiding active jail time for his client. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/top-mistakes-made-by-bankruptcy-pro-se-filers-339241.php Mon, 29 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Bankruptcy paperwork looks simple on its face, but handling your own Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy case is like navigating a minefield while blindfolded. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/atty-greg-l-johnson-named-top-40-under-40-trial-lawyers-341504.php Mon, 29 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Attorney Greg L. Johnson of The Yannetti Criminal Defense Law Firm has been awarded the coveted title of one of Massachusetts' Top 40 Trial Lawyers under 40 by the National Trial Lawyers Association. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/arizona-representative-wants-to-update-states-exemption-laws-341743.php Sat, 27 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Bankruptcy can be difficult enough without having to worry about which items will be liquidated and which items can be kept. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/rapoport-law-offices-pc-files-suit-based-on-failure-of-stryker-rejuvenate-modular-hip-system-341027.php Thu, 25 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT The lawsuit alleges that Stryker Orthopaedics designed, manufactured and sold a defective medical device called the Rejuvenate Modular Hip System, which was then implanted into the bodies of patients throughout the United States. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/dram-shop-liability-in-texas-341346.php Thu, 25 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Under Texas law, if a drunk driver was over served alcohol at a bar or restaurant prior to a car accident, the third-party victim of that accident may also be able to hold the bar or restaurant liable for their damages, which is known as Dram Shop liability. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/no-impact-on-whistleblower-claims-after-offlabel-drugs-ruling-340605.php Wed, 24 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Although off-label prescription drugs are involved in many False Claims Act cases, the Second Circuit Court of Appeals recent decision looks unlikely to have any major impact on whistleblower lawsuits. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/mediated-divorce-is-another-option-for-couples-in-connecticut-341147.php Wed, 24 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT For couples who would like their wishes to be heard and who are able to work together to some degree, electing to pursue mediated divorce may be a step in the right direction. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/new-report-high-number-of-exonerations-in-texas-dallas-in-particular-341145.php Wed, 24 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Texas is a leader in exonerating the wrongfully convicted, meaning there could have been mistakes made in the case against you. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/achieve-better-divorce-outcomes-through-collaboration-341143.php Wed, 24 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Collaborative divorce is a way to minimize divorce conflict and achieve a fair result, drawing on members of a professional team to settle divorce issues cooperatively. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/attorney-laurie-robbins-discusses-the-sandy-springs-city-development-project-340858.php Wed, 24 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Atlanta Attorney Laurie Robbins discusses what the Sandy Springs City Development Project means for the community. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/judge-mark-stevens-receives-an-endorsement-from-veterans-in-politics-international-inc-340952.php Wed, 24 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Chief Judge Mark Stevens received an endorsement from Nevada's top veterans advocacy organization, VIPI (Veterans In Politics International, Inc.). http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/houston-native-sammy-ford-iv-of-abraham-watkins-nichols-sorrels-agosto-amp-friend-was-recognized-on-the-2013-texas-rising-star-listing-340646.php Tue, 23 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT A 2007 graduate of the University of Texas School of Law, Sammy Ford IV was recently named one of the top up and coming Texas attorneys as determined by Super Lawyers. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/you-can-afford-divorce-339035.php Mon, 22 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Experts urge anyone who is in an abusive situation to not succumb to the temptation to stay, especially in bad economic times. Financial stress can make a bad relationship even worse http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/parental-alienation-does-it-really-exist-339481.php Mon, 22 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Parental alienation is an increasingly used tool in the war between divorced or divorcing parents. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/criminal-defense-lawyer-patrick-roberts-was-recently-named-one-of-the-top-100-trial-lawyers-in-north-carolina-by-the-national-trial-lawyers-340257.php Mon, 22 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Raleigh criminal defense lawyer Patrick Roberts of Roberts Law Group, PLLC, was invited to join the National Trial Lawyers after being selected as one North Carolina's premier litigators based on his experience and successes in the courtroom. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/houston-attorney-randy-sorrels-managing-partner-of-houston-law-firm-abraham-watkins-nichols-sorrels-agosto-amp-friend-was-recently-presented-with-the-south-texas-college-of-laws-deans-medal-340643.php Mon, 22 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT South Texas College of Law Alumnus Randy Sorrels received the Dean's Medal at the Houston law school's 2013 Awards Gala. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/vehicle-faults-prove-concerning-339686.php Wed, 17 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Driving a vehicle can, in itself, be a dangerous activity. Inclement weather, obstacles in the road and other distracted drivers are all disconcerting to drivers. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/coparenting-presents-unique-challenges-for-parents-340046.php Wed, 17 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Co-parenting styles after a divorce vary based on each family's unique circumstances, but there are some general rules and guidelines that result in long-term benefits for children. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/can-i-date-or-cohabit-during-divorce-339026.php Mon, 15 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Should you date or live with someone while your divorce is underway? Like so many things, it depends on many factors. Do you have children? Do you and your spouse have the same level of acceptance about the breakup of your marriage? http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/types-of-bankruptcy-fraud-that-hurt-your-bankruptcy-case-339126.php Mon, 15 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Ten percent of bankruptcy cases have some element of fraud associated with it. With over one million people filing bankruptcy each year, that translates to 100,000 people committing bankruptcy fraud annually. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/the-effect-of-government-intervention-on-a-whistleblower-award-339361.php Mon, 15 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT The False Claims Act was designed to provide an award to encourage potential whistleblowers to come forward and take steps to stop the waste of taxpayer dollars. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/according-to-ruben-law-firm-avoidance-of-divorce-mistakes-makes-process-easier-339493.php Mon, 15 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Ruben Law Firm encourages individuals to understand common divorce mistakes so as to simplify the process. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/lawyers-at-the-eichholz-law-firm-weigh-in-on-sobering-auto-accident-study-339496.php Mon, 15 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT The legal team at The Eichholz Law Firm considers the economic and human toll of auto accidents. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/custody-and-traveling-with-your-child-339456.php Sun, 14 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Many child custody clients have questions when a custody determination is being made as to how this agreement will affect their ability to travel with their child(ren). http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/marriage-ending-later-in-life-get-tips-for-going-through-quotgray-divorcequot-339501.php Sat, 13 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT More older Americans are getting divorced than ever before. Learn more about easing the transition from married to single when you get divorced later in life. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/new-law-for-selfdefence-and-defence-of-property-339073.php Fri, 12 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT New Citizen's Arrest and Self-defence Act is in effect as of Monday, March 11, 2013. It introduces a new concept to the law in Canada: arrest within a reasonable time. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/texas-parents-must-receive-the-child-support-to-which-they-are-entitled-339204.php Fri, 12 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Texas parents are understandingly dependent on the timely receipt of child support payments. When such payments are not made, there are several different options to ensure that payments are made. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/joseph-hollander-and-craft-expanding-its-wichita-ks-divorce-and-family-law-department-338812.php Thu, 11 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Joseph Hollander & Craft welcomes new divorce and family law attorney in Wichita, KS. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/h1-visas-are-gone-for-2013-now-what-338909.php Thu, 11 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT H1 visas are gone for 2013 - now what? http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/congress-introduces-new-sentencing-bill-amid-skyrocketing-prison-population-costs-339097.php Thu, 11 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT The U.S. criminal sentencing structure is far from perfect. Murderers often receive shorter prison sentences than those convicted of drug crimes. Fortunately, Congress is taking action to change this. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/does-it-take-a-sherlock-to-figure-out-if-holmes-is-in-the-public-domain-338883.php Wed, 10 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Two prominent historical characters have recently been the subject of lawsuits regarding licensing fees. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/reversal-by-irs-on-voluntary-disclosure-program-causes-concerns-338348.php Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Recent disqualification of taxpayers from participating in the Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Program comes as a shock to many, because some of the foreign account holders had received pre-clearance to participate. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/divorce-can-lead-to-issues-for-homeowners-338350.php Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT When a couple going through a divorce owns a home, there are many issues that will need to be addressed when considering the division of marital property. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/california-company-trading-on-our-good-name-is-trademark-infringement-338445.php Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT California footwear company Gravity Defyer Corp. is suing Under Armour for trademark infringement. Could your company benefit from a similar suit? http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/determining-child-custody-during-a-florida-divorce-338443.php Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Florida child custody is determined by a number of factors including age, health, special needs and living arrangements. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/trial-lawyers-danny-thomas-and-jonathan-soper-honored-for-108-million-wrongful-death-verdict-in-cult-case-337914.php Fri, 05 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Missouri trial lawyers Daniel "Danny" Thomas and Jonathan Soper were recently honored for obtaining a $108 million verdict on behalf of a couple who lost their daughter because of the actions of a religious cult. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/you-forgot-to-list-a-creditor-in-your-chapter-7-case-now-what-338242.php Fri, 05 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT The Chapter 7 bankruptcy process mandates that filers list the names, addresses and account numbers of all creditors. Under New Jersey law, a reckless omission of creditors could prevent debt discharge of money owed to creditors in certain circumstances. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/us-supreme-court-elaborates-search-issue-in-a-floridarooted-case-338246.php Fri, 05 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT The Supreme Court sheds light on a Fourth Amendment issue in a Florida-rooted case. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/jury-awards-23-million-in-california-nursing-home-abuse-case-338245.php Fri, 05 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Poor care provided to a resident in a California nursing home ultimately led to her death. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/division-of-retirement-benefits-is-a-critical-issue-in-military-divorces-338244.php Fri, 05 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT One of the most challenging issues in a military divorce involves retirement benefits. The USFSPA is a federal statute that guides the military when determining division of retirement benefits. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/can-i-date-or-cohabit-during-divorce-338249.php Fri, 05 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Dating or cohabitating could cause you problems while your divorce or child custody matter is pending, so be careful and discrete. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/paternity-actions-in-illinois-338250.php Fri, 05 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT Paternity disputes can quickly lead to other issues, such as the collection of past-due child support and visitation. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/supreme-court-to-decide-constitutionality-of-involuntary-blood-tests-337843.php Wed, 03 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT The United States Supreme Court will decide whether law enforcement must first obtain a warrant before forcing drunk driving suspects to take a blood test. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/us-supreme-court-to-consider-legality-of-warrantless-blood-draws-337847.php Wed, 03 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT The U.S. Supreme Court will decide a case dealing with warrantless blood draws in suspected DUI cases. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/employment-lawyers-quotkolman-ely-pcquot-offers-free-consultation-and-works-on-a-contingency-basis-with-three-pennsylvania-locations-in-philadelphia-pittsburgh-amp-penndel-337338.php Sat, 30 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT Free Employment Law Consultation For Victims Of Wrongful Termination, Sexual Harassment, Workplace Discrimination & Hostile Work Environments By Pennsylvania Employment Lawyers With Offices In Pittsburgh, Penndel & Philadelphia. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/drunk-driving-laws-in-virginia-get-tougher-every-year-337128.php Fri, 29 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT DUI is a serious problem in Virginia. There are several different DUI offenses and punishments, depending upon the facts of the case. Drunk Drivers in Virginia will face severe consequences if convicted, and the laws get tougher every year. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/spike-in-internet-sex-crimes-creates-demand-for-criminal-attorneys-337127.php Thu, 28 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT Los Angeles criminal defense attorneys Schwartz & Naderi defend individuals charged with Internet sex crimes. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/criticism-and-changes-to-the-maryland-sex-offender-registry-336761.php Tue, 26 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT Sex offender registries exist in one form or another across the nation, but there are differences state to state. However, most (if not all) state registries are public in nature. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/statewide-coal-safety-mine-review-is-requested-by-west-virginia-governor-earl-ray-tomblin-time-to-watch-the-watchers-of-coal-mine-safety-334394.php Mon, 25 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT Bordas & Bordas partner, Chris Regan, has provided his comments regarding the issue. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/boston-elder-law-attorney-to-present-elder-law-planning-seminar-334761.php Mon, 25 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT 21st Century Caregiving: An Insider's Guide to Navigating the Elder Law Planning World and Health Care Systems. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/government-issues-final-rule-regarding-physician-payment-disclosure-335541.php Wed, 20 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT The Centers for Medicaid and Medicare announced they had created the final version of the rule that will allow for the implementation of the Physician Payment Sunshine Act. Congress passed the Physician Payment Sunshine Act in 2010.