Top Government Local, 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=391 http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/research-shows-australian-poker-machine-operators-are-not-putting-enough-back-into-local-communities-280100.php Wed, 16 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Online Pokies 4U has published the results of Uniting Care Australia's research which shows that Poker Machine Operators are only putting a fraction of the money spent on pokie machines back into local communities. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/franklin-county-commissioners-columbus-chamber-unveil-2012-franklin-county-retail-report-280639.php Wed, 16 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Comprehensive report contains data including employment, real estate changes. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/gov-scott-signs-nofault-bill-but-dont-expect-your-premiums-to-decrease-280011.php Mon, 14 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Florida Governor Rick Scott has signed the no-fault insurance bill into law. With Scott's signature, auto insurance premiums are likely to stay exactly where they are now: high. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/susan-loudon-recognized-by-worldwide-whos-who-for-excellence-in-community-advisory-services-279892.php Mon, 14 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Ms. Loudon's enthusiasm for community service led her to become a Wigan Councillor http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/raleigh-law-firms-business-development-head-named-to-triangle-business-journals-40-under-40-279937.php Mon, 14 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Ginny Allen, who recently joined Cranfill Sumner & Hartzog LLP as Chief Business Development Officer, has been selected as a Triangle Business Journal's 2012 "40 Under 40" Award winner. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/never-tilt-your-head-at-the-library-or-bookstore-again-with-shelflook-azymous-interactives-new-iphone-app-279572.php Fri, 11 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Azymous Interactive announces the release of ShelfLook, a useful and unique new iPhone app that lets users look at bookstore and library shelves without twisting their necks or bending downwards to read book titles. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/seeking-disability-benefits-in-fibromyalgia-cases-279497.php Fri, 11 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT The disability insurance industry has capitalized on biases against fibromyalgia to deny claims, if objective tests do not show a disability from FMS. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/ineffective-assistance-of-counsel-applies-to-plea-bargain-279498.php Fri, 11 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT In Lafler v. Cooper, the Supreme Court applied the ineffective assistance standard to a plea bargain, where the defendant rejected the plea on counsel's advice and received a far worse sentence. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/divorce-amp-stock-options-valuations-exercised-options-and-taxes-oh-my-279501.php Fri, 11 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Splitting stock options at divorce does not need to lead to headaches. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/the-police-are-at-your-door-do-you-know-what-to-do-279502.php Fri, 11 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Police can be intimidating when they show up at your door. Knowing what to do and what not to do is critical to protecting your rights. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/floridas-war-on-drugs-targets-those-seeking-state-aid-279503.php Fri, 11 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT A recent bill that attempted to restrict released drug felons' access to welfare benefits highlights the potentially serious consequences of a drug conviction. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/speed-limits-matter-when-trying-to-prevent-serious-accidents-279505.php Fri, 11 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Even a small increase in speed above the speed limit can increase your chance of a crash involving death or serious injury. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/study-shows-the-benefits-of-speed-limiters-for-commercial-drivers-279506.php Fri, 11 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT According to a study released by the NHTSA, speed limiters help commercial vehicles avoid accidents. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/large-trucks-pose-heightened-risks-to-oklahoma-drivers-279499.php Fri, 11 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Large trucks can be a great hazard to other drivers on the road. Knowing how to avoid accidents and what you should do if you are in one is important for all drivers in Oklahoma. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/worldwide-whos-who-names-luisa-mcconnellchandler-professional-of-the-year-in-government-administration-279700.php Fri, 11 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Luisa McConnell-Chandler is honored for her accomplishments within her community over the past 25 years http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/cushing-amp-dolan-pc-invites-you-to-its-annual-spring-seminar-278432.php Thu, 10 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Your 2012 Gift Planning Survival Guide http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/district-of-columbia-public-schools-to-install-500kw-solar-array-at-dunbar-high-school-278875.php Wed, 09 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT District of Columbia Public Schools to Install 500KW Solar Array at Dunbar High School which will save the school system $2.5 million over the life of the system in energy costs. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/court-ruling-restores-benefits-to-those-with-certain-arrest-warrants-278960.php Wed, 09 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT A new ruling requires the SSA to provide benefits to eligible individuals with certain outstanding warrants. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/diana-gonzalez-abogada-de-las-oficinas-de-ferrer-shane-pl-quiere-hacer-justicia-279150.php Wed, 09 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Nos arguyesemos a anuncia que nuestra destacada abogada, Diana Gonzalez, se postula para juez del Condado de Miami-Dade en La Florida. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/bedbug-chasers-franchises-its-bed-bug-killing-business-278668.php Tue, 08 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT BedBug Chasers, a World Class provider of heat remediation services and manufacturer of US made bed bug heat remediation equipment is franchising its service business. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/providence-bankruptcy-decision-looms-278746.php Tue, 08 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT The city of Providence is seriously considering its options in the wake of a $20 million budget deficit. The mayor and city managers are looking at bankruptcy as a last resort to restore the city's fiscal health. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/new-jersey-police-enforcing-ban-on-synthetic-marijuana-277855.php Mon, 07 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT The state of New Jersey is now taking aggressive action against sellers of synthetic marijuana. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/rhode-island-senator-drunk-driving-case-stirs-debate-277892.php Mon, 07 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Police recently charged Rhode Island Senate Majority Leader Dominick Ruggerio with drunk driving. The fact that a state representative had such a publicized incident with alcohol highlights some of the problems with drunk driving in Rhode Island. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/new-york-personal-injury-lawyers-at-trolman-glaser-amp-lichtman-represent-several-victims-of-a-new-york-tour-bus-crash-278474.php Mon, 07 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT According to attorney Jeffrey Lichtman, a lawsuit has been filed against the tire manufacturer, tour bus company, bus driver and bus manufacturer involved in the tour bus crash in upstate New York last summer. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/motorcycle-checkpoints-round-one-went-to-the-government-but-the-fight-has-only-just-begun-278602.php Sun, 06 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT In his battle on behalf of motorcyclists to prevent the New York State Police and other agencies from conducting motorcycle-only checkpoints, attorney Mitchell Proner has vowed to carry on the fight. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/dividing-the-spoils-or-spoiling-for-a-fight-disputed-lottery-winnings-278620.php Sun, 06 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Lottery pool participants must act as quickly as possible to ensure that illegally retained lottery proceeds can be located and kept secure until justice can be served against the ticket buyer. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/those-with-parkinsons-disease-able-to-claim-ssdi-benefits-278622.php Sun, 06 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Parkinson's disease is an eligible condition for SSDI. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/runaway-car-accidents-nhtsa-study-looks-at-who-is-causing-them-278621.php Sun, 06 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT A recent study from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) looked at truck and car accidents caused by drivers who make the most basic and serious driving error: they hit the gas pedal rather than the brakes at a critical moment. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/safety-tips-to-protect-colorado-landscapers-from-work-injury-278619.php Sun, 06 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Tips for preventing workplace injury for Colorado landscapers. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/new-york-medical-malpractice-lawyer-from-the-perecman-firm-commends-new-yorks-ellis-hospital-for-acquiring-innovative-infection-prevention-technology-278629.php Sun, 06 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT New York medical malpractice lawyer David Perecman applauds New York's Ellis Hospital for introducing an innovative technology designed to increase the safety of patients. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/new-york-personal-injury-lawyer-from-the-perecman-firm-comments-on-new-york-ferry-accident-following-official-national-transportation-safety-board-explanation-278634.php Sun, 06 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT New York personal injury lawyer David Perecman comments on ferry safety following the National Transportation Safety Board's newly released report on why the Andrew J. Barberi Staten Island ferry crashed in 2010. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/new-york-civil-rights-violation-lawyer-from-the-perecman-firm-comments-on-sexual-orientation-and-gender-discrimination-lawsuit-against-nypd-278640.php Sun, 06 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT New York civil rights violation lawyer David Perecman comments on an openly gay New York police sergeant's sexual orientation and gender discrimination lawsuit against the NYPD. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/new-rules-will-combat-sudden-unintended-acceleration-278652.php Sun, 06 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Federal regulators have introduced new rules designed to prevent accidents caused by sudden unintended acceleration. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/irs-extends-fbar-filing-deadline-278459.php Sat, 05 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Federal tax authorities have extended the deadline for FBAR filings to June of 2013. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/georgia-senator-declines-to-pursue-singlefile-rider-law-278460.php Sat, 05 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Proposed single-rider legislation meets heavy resistence in Georgia legislature. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/despite-reporting-law-heath-care-costs-still-hard-to-find-278458.php Sat, 05 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Unfortunately, it can be surprisingly difficult in California to get an accurate picture of how much a medical procedure will cost. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/tiffanys-law-may-leave-alleged-drunk-drivers-facing-stiff-penalties-278457.php Sat, 05 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT If passed, Tiffany's Law could drastically affect the penalties for those charged with drinking and driving. Before accepting a plea, New Yorkers charged with DWAI need to understand the consequences. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/child-porn-convictions-come-with-serious-penalties-278461.php Sat, 05 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Child pornography crimes may bring long state or federal prison sentences. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/from-toxic-mold-and-lead-paint-to-fires-and-broken-stairways-injury-lawsuits-against-new-york-landlords-278478.php Sat, 05 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Apartment building owners and landlords are responsible for keeping their buildings safe. When tenants are injured after a fall down a broken stairway or assaulted due to inadequate security, property owners can be sued for negligent maintenance. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/tricks-auto-insurers-use-to-avoid-paying-your-claim-278055.php Fri, 04 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Your insurer is not your friend. Insurers will often use tactics to avoid paying policyholders' claims in a fair and timely manner. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/previously-approved-medical-devices-skirt-past-fda-evaluation-278056.php Fri, 04 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT A loophole in federal law requires the FDA to approve some previously-recalled medical devices. Now, the agency says it wants to see that changed. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/what-you-need-to-know-about-birth-injuries-278173.php Fri, 04 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Birth injuries are surprisingly common in the U.S.; if your child has suffered one, consider contacting a birth injury attorney. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/teens-at-higher-risk-for-brain-injury-in-car-accidents-278172.php Fri, 04 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Car accidents are a leading cause of serious injury, including concussions, skull fractures, traumatic-brain injuries and even death among teens. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/servicemembers-beware-new-drugs-added-to-routine-military-screenings-278174.php Fri, 04 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT The serious penalties that accompany illicit drug use in the military may now be levied for a broader array of substances. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/video-recording-in-delivery-rooms-may-film-medical-mistakes-278195.php Fri, 04 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Hospitals and courts struggle with how to handle video recordings of delivery that show medical malpractice responsible for infant's injury. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/burton-blatt-institute-names-inaugural-olinsky-law-group-fellow-278404.php Fri, 04 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Alumnus's Gift Will Support Next Generation of Disability Leaders http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/van-nuys-criminal-defense-attorneys-expand-practice-278220.php Thu, 03 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT The team of highly experienced criminal defense attorneys at the Law Offices of Naderi & Weinrieb are excited to announce an expansion of the firm to serve more courts and areas throughout the San Fernando Valley. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/new-program-to-increase-safety-of-commercial-trucks-on-nations-roads-277741.php Thu, 03 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Department of Transportation's Compliance Safety Accountability program analyzes safety violations to keep unsafe commercial truckers off the roads. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/is-your-home-childsafe-avoid-liability-for-visiting-childrens-injuries-277822.php Thu, 03 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Learn more about some of the most common and easily-overlooked threats to children's safety within the home -- and how homeowners who fail to address them can be held liable for resulting injuries. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/heart-defibrillator-defect-responsible-for-twentytwo-deaths-277861.php Thu, 03 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT A popular heart defibrillator component has been found to be the cause of death in 22 cardiac patients around the country. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/obama-administrations-2013-budget-estate-tax-planning-changes-277862.php Thu, 03 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT The Obama Administration recently released its 2013 budget proposal, which calls for a decrease in the estate tax exemption level and an increase in the top rate that beneficiaries must pay. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/additional-bus-inspections-aim-to-reduce-new-york-accidents-277864.php Thu, 03 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Governor Cuomo has provided $1 million in funding to increase bus transportation safety in New York, reducing the number of bus accident fatalities. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/automakers-want-cell-phones-included-in-new-distracted-driving-rules-277865.php Thu, 03 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Should cell phones be included in the DOT's distracted driving rules? Automakers suggest that they should. Learn more in the following article. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/who-pays-for-your-injuries-after-a-florida-bike-accident-277866.php Thu, 03 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT What insurance covers you after a Florida bike accident? What happens if you are injured by a dog? Learn more from Steven Wingo, attorney at law. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/minnesota-appeals-court-expungement-ruling-good-for-employment-prospects-277868.php Thu, 03 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT If you have an old conviction for a crime, it may prevent you from living the life you want. However, a new Minnesota court ruling could help you expunge criminal records and get a fresh start. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/doctors-may-be-held-liable-for-birth-injuries-caused-by-forceps-277869.php Thu, 03 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Forceps-assisted delivery can cause birth injuries. If your child has been injured, you have legal options. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/medtronic-may-have-withheld-risks-of-bone-therapy-drug-277870.php Thu, 03 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT A popular spinal surgery therapy made by Medtronic might have previously undiscovered risks when used off-label. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/utica-and-marcellus-shale-drilling-expansion-increases-risk-of-injuries-277872.php Thu, 03 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT The Utica shale and Marcellus shale drilling expansion raises environmental as well as human health concerns. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/should-teens-be-prosecuted-for-having-sex-277867.php Thu, 03 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Should teens be criminally prosecuted for having sex? A number of advocates say no, despite what sex offender laws require. Learn more in the following article. http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/minnesota-dwi-testing-still-questionable-in-wake-of-source-code-issues-277863.php Thu, 03 May 2012 07:00:00 GMT Mired in a DWI case? Unreliable test results, rather than your level of actual impairment, may be to blame.