Press Releases by Category Politics, Law & Society
i1connect News: Former UN Secretary General Kofi Annan to Lead African Agricultu …
New York, NY - June 25, 2007 - Six months after he left the UN, Former United Nations Secretary, General Annan, is to head up an organization set up by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to try to revolutionize the productivity of Africa's millions of small farmers.
Addressing the World Economic Forum in Cape Town , where his role was unveiled, Mr Annan said sub-Saharan Africa was the only…
i1connect News: Blair to Work on Middle East Peace and Interreligious Dialogue
New York, NY - June 25, 2007 - Today, outgoing British Prime Minister met with current Catholic Pope Benedict XVI in Vatican City.
Blair held long talks with Pope Benedict XVI, with the Vatican stop on his farewell tour fueling rumors that he plans to convert to Catholicism. The two men met privately for 25 minutes, and then were joined for further talks by English Cardinal Cormac Murphy-O'Connor.…
GARDERE PARTNERS LISTED AMONG CHAMBERS USA's TOP BUSINESS LAWYERS
DALLAS/HOUSTON – For the fourth consecutive year, Gardere Wynne Sewell LLP has been recognized as one of the top Texas law firms in Chambers USA’s annual listing of “America’s Leading Lawyers for Business.” Additionally, 20 of the firm’s partners were recognized as being among the best in their fields.
Chambers USA, a guide published annually by London-based Chambers & Partners, recognizes the top business law firms and leading individual attorneys in…
i1connect News: Imperato Speaks Out on Weapons Sales
West Palm Beach, FL 6/22/07– During his bi-weekly presidential broadcast, 2008 Presidential Candidate Daniel Imperato spoke out regarding international sales of weapons.
\"First of all, the United States and its administration need to recognize the game of ping pong that is being played. It is being played in the West Bank and Gaza. Now it is being played in Iraq. And who is left…
Baron & Budd's Russell Budd Honored With Prestigious Justice Association Award
DALLAS – Attorney Russell Budd of Dallas’ Baron & Budd, P.C., has earned the prestigious Wiedemann Wysocki National Finance Council Award from the American Association for Justice.
Mr. Budd is among only 14 attorneys nationwide to receive the 2007 award, which honors attorneys for their commitment to the legal profession and their efforts to improve the civil justice system.
“I am very honored to be recognized by the American Association for Justice…
Baron & Budd Earns Selection in National Survey as One of the Leading Mass Tort/ …
DALLAS – Dallas-based Baron & Budd, P.C., has earned selection to The Legal 500 listing of the country’s top law firms based on the firm’s work in mass tort claims and class-action litigation.
Baron & Budd is included in The Legal 500’s recently published third volume, which ranks the country’s top litigation firms. Firm clients, other attorneys and judges were interviewed by The Legal 500 staff to determine which firms…
i1connect News: The Imperato Bloomberg Effect on an Independent America
New York, NY 6/21/07– Earlier this week, New York City Mayor, Michael Bloomberg, announced that he was severing his ties with the Republican Party and declaring himself as an independent.
Although widely speculated, Bloomberg\'s announcement was unexpected at this point and has been viewed as the first step towards an independent presidential run.
Now as political pundits and news media anchors debate about whether Michael Bloomberg can win,…
Brian Melton Recognized as Top Corporate Defender In Dallas Business Journal
DALLAS – Lawyers, judges and in-house counsel say that Brian D. Melton, a name partner in the Dallas law firm Shackelford, Melton & McKinley, is one of the top corporate defense lawyers in the DFW area.
The survey conducted by the Dallas Business Journal focuses on qualifications, recent legal successes and overall reputation. Mr. Melton is recognized in a DBJ special report called “The Defenders” that reached newsstands on June…
„CATHOLICS FOR AMNESTY“ ASK FOR DONATIONS TO AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL
Internet initiative opposes Cardinal Martino
Hanover / Wuppertal, Germany, June 21, 2007 - This Thursday, the Internet initiative „Catholics for amnesty“ went online und asks all Catholics to make donations to amnesty international. With its appeal, the initiative directly opposes Cardinal Martino‘s boycott call. Martino, on his part, had called upon all Catholics and Catholic organizations not to support the human rights organization financially any longer.
Martino, President of the…
Presidential Candidate LIVE Broadcast
West Palm Beach, FL – June 20, 2007 - Today, Imperato for President 2008, the official Presidential Campaign Committee for Daniel Imperato, announced that they will be holding their sixth presidential live broadcast this Wednesday June 20, 2007 at 8pm EST.
Daniel Imperato is currently an independent candidate for the office of President of United States of America, and is seeking the nomination from the Libertarian Party.
During this broadcast, Imperato…
RINF News Reveals Hotel That Banned 9/11 Hero
Five times honoured hero and last man out of the Twin Towers, William Rodriguez, was scheduled to speak in Peterborough, UK, until event organisers were forced to cancel.
William Rodriguez is currently embarking on a European tour, covering much of the UK.
The event venue in Peterborough, the Bull Hotel, has been inundated with telephone calls and emails requesting an explanation from annoyed members of the public, as it is completely unacceptable…
Thompson & Knight Recognized Again by The Legal 500 US
Thompson & Knight LLP is proud to announce the Firm has been ranked in the third volume of The Legal 500 US. This issue is dedicated to ranking litigation attorneys and firms in the United States, and the Firm’s Environmental Practice was included in the elite group. Thompson & Knight is listed among 14 other firms in this category.
James C. Morriss, Scott D. Deatherage, and…
Secrets the Political Left and Right Won't Tell Americans About the Immigration …
The political right says Senate Bill 1348, Comprehensive Immigration Reform Bill of 2007, gives illegals amnesty. It says the same thing will happen for 12 million illegals now as did in 1986, and spark an even bigger immigration flow. The right is right - and wrong.
The political left says SB 1348 will adversely affect families of illegals by creating a point system based on skills and…
Turkishpolitix is now online with new interface
Turkishpolitix.com launches new user-friendly interface. The web-portal is dedicated to Turkish politics and aims to be the leading gateway to news, information and knowledge on Turkish affairs. It covers a wide range of topics from foreign policy to domestic affairs.
Today, Turkey as the World’s 19th largest economy is a rapidly developing country, an emergent market, and a regional power with the second largest army in the NATO. On 3 October…
2008 Independent Libertarian Presidential Candidate Daniel Imperato to Attend 20 …
Washington D.C. 6/13/07– As a gesture for multipartisan relations, 2008 Independents Libertarian Presidential Candidate Daniel Imperato has agreed to attend the 2008 NRCC (National Republican Congressional Committee) President\'s Dinner with United States President George W. Bush.
Tonight\'s dinner will take place at the Washington Convention Center at 7pm. Several key members of Congress are expected to attend along with business leaders from across the country.
…
Yet Another Manifestation of Humanism
13.06.2007 - Andijan, Uzbekistan - On June 12 the consideration of the application of appeal on the case of Gulbakhor Turaeva took place in the city of Andijan. She has been charged on several articles of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Uzbekistan, in particular, the encroachment on the constitutional order of the country, producing or dissemination of materials, which contain the threat to public security and social order,…
Iranian-American publication refutes Lieberman's plan for attacking Iran, asking …
Los Angeles, June 13, 2007: Los Angeles based Amrikaee Magazine has made a strong statement in condemning the comments made by Senator Joe Lieberman of Connecticut last Sunday in encouraging a military strike against Iran. The publisher of the Iranian-American publication has gone further in an open letter to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, asking her to visit Tehran and meet with local officials, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei and President…
Congressional Hearings Focus on FDA’s Handling of Avandia
At a June 6, 2007, congressional hearing, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration was questioned on its handling of the dangers associated with GlaxoSmithKline’s diabetes drug Avandia.
Rep. Henry Waxman (D-Calif.), chairman of the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, accused the FDA of being to lax in monitoring the safety of Avandia. He said the FDA never completed a required post-market study of the drug, constituting “a major failure of…
Mark Werbner Named One of Dallas’ Top Business Defense Attorneys
DALLAS – Attorney Mark Werbner of Dallas’ Sayles Werbner has earned a spot among the Dallas Business Journal’s “The Defenders” listing of Dallas’ elite defense attorneys.
Mr. Werbner is one of five attorneys profiled in the newspaper’s June 8 special section. To compile the list, Dallas Business Journal reporters interviewed general counsel, judges and attorneys from across the Dallas/Fort Worth area in order to identify the area’s top defense counsel.
“When a…
Perfect Home Living Adds New Director of Investigations
Today's financial lenders may find themselves under the microscope for loans that aggravate incidents of real estate fraud. Perfect Home Living adapting to market change has added a Director of Investigations to assist lenders with this problem area.
Salt Lake City, UT / Press Release / -- Steve Ketter, the number one private investigator formerly with…
El candidato presidencial para el 2008 del partido Libertariano Daniel Imperato …
West Palm Beach FL – 7 de Junio del 2007- Hoy, Imperato para el presidente 2008, el comité presidencial oficial de la campaña de Daniel Imperato, a anunciado que sostendrán su quinto debate y difusión presidencial en vivo este jueves de 7 de junio del 2007 en los 8pm EST.
Daniel Imperato es actualmente un candidato independiente a la oficina del presidente de los Estados Unidos de América, y…
2008 Independent Libertarian Party Presidential Candidate Daniel Imperato to Hav …
West Palm Beach, FL – June 7, 2007 - Today, Imperato for President 2008, the official Presidential Campaign Committee for Daniel Imperato, announced that they will be holding their fifth presidential live broadcast this Thursday June 7, 2007 at 8pm EST.
Daniel Imperato is currently an independent candidate for the office of President of United States of America, and is seeking the nomination from the Libertarian Party.
During this broadcast, Imperato…
New Website Helps Writers and Authors Understand Copyright Law in Plain English
ResearchCopyright.com, a free online resource providing copyright information, has debuted at ResearchCopyright.com, to help writers and authors understand the complexities and myths of copyright law in plain, simple language.
ResearchCopyright.com is the brainchild of Bill Hadley, a professional journalist who specializes in copyright law; he is the author of the book, "Online Copyright Manual for Everyone." Hadley has compiled everything he knows on copyright law into a friendly online newspaper format.…
Imperato Warns about Terrorism from South America, JFK Terror Plot Foiled
New York 6/5/07— A suspected terrorist cell planned a \"chilling\" attack to destroy John F. Kennedy International Airport, kill thousands of people and trigger an economic catastrophe by blowing up a jet fuel artery that runs through populous residential neighborhoods, authorities said Saturday.
Three men were arrested, and one was being sought in Trinidad on Saturday. In an indictment charging the four men, one of them is quoted as…
Juvenile Justice - No Kids Play
Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere and today we have a juvenile being branded as a serial killer by media all over India.
Since 02/06/07, the media in India has been extensively covering and sensationalizing the case of a nine-year-old juvenile who has allegedly killed three children in the past one year. The press has branded him as a ‘serial killer’; it has gone to the extent of publishing…
Federal Elections Commission (FEC) Equal Time Used Only for Democrats and Republ …
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With political jockeying at an all time high for the upcoming presidential election, some have wondered where the \"equal-time\" clause has gone for FEC (Federal Elections Commission) registered candidates.
Originally, the equal time clause was created to provide all legal candidates for office equal access to television exposure. This was later limited to provide this privilege to only the two major parties.…
Imperato For President Names Lou Jasikoff As New Jersey Campaign Coordinator
Trenton, NJ – Today, Imperato for President 2008, official campaign of 2008 Independent Libertarian Presidential Candidate, Daniel Imperato, announced that they have added Lou Jasikoff as their New Jersey Campaign Coordinator.
The Imperato for President 2008 campaign released the following statement on the appointment,
\"We are pleased to have Mr. Jasikoff on the team. He is someone who brings valuable political experience to the team, having run…
Imperato Calls it Again: US military seeks ceasefires in Iraq
West Palm Beach , FL - After 18 months of calling out to our Administration, 2008 Presidential Candidate, Daniel Imperato, has finally had the first steps of his Iraq plan implemented: cease-fire.
According to published reports by the Financial Times, US military officers in Iraq are attempting to negotiate ceasefires with some insurgent groups that have been responsible for the violence in the country.
Lt General Raymond Odierno, commander of ground…
i1connect News: Imperato Supports Poppy Eradication in Afghanistan
Recent reports from London-based Financial Times, have the United States new poppy eradication program coming under fire from Afghan President Hamid Karzai as well as member of the international community.
Detractors of the US policy contend that the plan will incite more Taliban insurgency with the destruction of the opium crop which accounts for roughly one-third of Afghanistan\'s GDP.
In the United States, 2008 Presidential Candidate Daniel Imperato has long…
"Paul Revere Rides" Blog launches, giving Americans a ready resource to understa …
“Americans are less secure than they believe themselves to be,” Hart-Rudman Commission report, 2000. Snap forward to 2006. Jeff Hohlstein became alarmed after reading “War Footing,” by Frank Gaffney. It was chilling and in some cases unbelievable. After doing his own research, Hohlstein found Gaffney’s book to be quite credible. And scary. He also found that the Hart-Rudman statement is truer today than ever before.
“Americans are poorly informed by the…
Imperato Calls it Again: Russian Relations turn Pale
West Palm Beach, FL 6/04/07- Russian President, Vladimir Putin, launched a stinging attack yesterday on US \"imperialism\" moments after holding a meeting in Moscow with Greek President, Karolos Papoulias, during which the two men confirmed stronger ties between Greece and Russia.
A day after Moscow tested a new strategic ballistic missile, the Russian leader also accused the USA of sparking a new arms race between the two countries.
\"We…
Imperato dice que "ahora está el tiempo" con Cuba
West Palm Beach 6/04/07, FL - después de informes publicados confirmó a presidente de Cuba, Fidel Castro, está en su manera a una recuperación completa, el candidato presidencial, Daniel Imperato para el 2008, llamó a una reunión inmediata con Fidel Castro.
\"Ahora está el tiempo,\" Imperato indico. \"hemos esperado demasiado tiempo para reparar las indiferencias con nuestro vecino, el cual se encuentra a tan solo 90 millas al sur.…
Imperato Says "Now is the Time" with Cuba
West Palm Beach, FL – After published reports confirmed that Cuba\'s President, Fidel Castro, is on his way to a full recovery, 2008 Presidential Candidate, Daniel Imperato, called for an immediate meeting with Fidel Castro.
\"Now is the time,\" stated Imperato. \"We have waited far too long to mend the fence with our neighbor 90 miles to the south. Cuba could be a very important ally and…
Imperato lo llama otra vez: Apuro en África del Este
West Palm Beach, FL 6/4/07 Después de la reciente actividad en Somalia y África del este, i1connect tomó la época de ver los qué EE.UU. actuales tuvo que decir el candidato presidencial Daniel Imperato sobre la región.
Un buque de guerra de ESTADOS UNIDOS atacó una blanco sospechada de Qaeda del al en Somalia norteña el viernes, el CNN divulgado, y las colinas golpeadas los misiles dichas los residentes adonde los…
Imperato Calls it again: Trouble in East Africa
West Palm Beach, 6/04/07 FL – After the recent activity in Somalia and East Africa, i1connect took the time to see what current US Presidential Candidate Daniel Imperato had to say about the region.
A U.S. warship attacked a suspected al Qaeda target in northern Somalia on Friday, CNN reported, and residents said missiles pounded hills where foreign jihadists fled after clashing with local forces.
Those suspects were…
Frank Buonanotte Sues OASAS and Henry Zwack for $90 Million
In one of the most horrendous cases of political corruption, the lives of over 1500 patients were put at risk. Henry Zwack, a notoriously corrupt New York State official closed a group of alcohol and drug rehab clinics in an effort to retaliate against its CEO, Frank Buonanotte, after the two were engaged in a verbal altercation. In the most iniquitous manner, Zwack single handedly destroyed one of…
Chrysler Bidder Imperato To Support Workers at Employee Buyout Demonstration
Detroit, MI – 6/1/07 Today Chrysler Bidder Daniel Imperato endorsed the workers movement at the Chrysler Corporation and the Chrysler Employee Owned Buyout Committee.
Imperato who had originally proposed an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) for the workers of Chrysler has now placed his backing behind the employee committee, headed by Michele Mauder.
To his support, Imperato will be attending a worker\'s rally this Monday at Chrysler Headquarters in Auburn Hills.
\"I\'m…
Thompson & Knight Attorney Elected Chair of Goodwill Industries of Central Texas …
Thompson & Knight is pleased to congratulate Partner Jeffrey S. Boyd on his election as Chair of the Board of Directors of Goodwill Industries of Central Texas (GICT). Boyd has served on the GICT Board of Directors since 2001.
The mission of GICT is to enhance the quality and dignity of life for individuals, families, and the community by providing job-related services for people with barriers to employment. With…
Imperato to Address 2007 Louisiana Libertarian Party State Convention
Alexandria, LA – Today Imperato for President 2008 announced that Daniel Imperato will be addressing delegates of the Louisiana Libertarian Party State Convention this June 2, 2007.
At the convention, Imperato will be spreading the message of his new 33 million man and woman e-March. The march was created to take back America and show Democrats and Republicans that America is ready for a change.
Imperato has…
Thompson & Knight Attorney Named One of "The Nation's Top 10 Antitrust Lawyers" …
Thompson & Knight is pleased to congratulate Partner Gregory S.C. Huffman on being named one of “The Nation’s Top 10 Antitrust Lawyers” by United States Lawyer Rankings 2007.
Lawyers are nominated for inclusion in the United States Lawyer Rankings by members of the Bar, Judiciary, and by senior management of large corporate and institutional clients. Lawyers are not allowed to nominate themselves, nor any members of their own firm. …
Mutual Trades Applaud Defeat of "Double Lawsuit" Bill
INDIANAPOLIS - The Minnesota Association of Farm Mutual Insurance Companies (MAFMIC) and the National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (NAMIC) stated today that “consumers win” with the legislative defeat of harmful Bad Faith “Double Lawsuit” proposals.
If passed, the “Double Lawsuit” proposals would have allowed trial attorneys to sue not only the party they think is responsible for an injury, but that party’s insurance company as well.
“Minnesota insurance consumers should breathe…
Thompson & Knight Attorney Recognized as 2007 Outstanding Tax Lawyer
Dallas (May 24, 2007) – The international law firm of Thompson & Knight is proud to announce former Managing Partner Buford P. Berry has been selected as the recipient of the 2007 Outstanding Texas Tax Lawyer Award. The award is bestowed by the State Bar of Texas Section of Taxation for a lifetime of significant contributions and experience relating to taxation law and will be presented at the Texas…
Sarkozy must drop "one China" policy
Tuesday, May 22, 2007, Freiburg, Germany - The Formosan Assoiation for Public Affairs Europe (FAPA Europe) called on French President Nicolas Sarkozy to drop the \"one China\" policy today. Due to the \"one China\" policy, France does not have diplomatic relations with Taiwan, despite the fact that Taiwan is an independent, democratic nation.
\"Nicolas Sarkozy stated clearly in his acceptance speech that the pride and duty of France would be…
Libertarian Party Independent 2008 Presidential Candidate Daniel Imperato to Hav …
West Palm Beach, FL – May 23, 2007 - Today, Imperato for President 2008, the official Presidential Campaign Committee for Daniel Imperato, announced that they will be holding their second presidential live broadcast this Wednesday May 23, 2007 at 8pm EST.
Daniel Imperato is currently an independent candidate for the office of President of United States of America, and is seeking the nomination from the Libertarian Party.
During this broadcast, Imperato…
Presidential Hopeful Imperato Speaks Out About the Bush Administration's Relatio …
Added: (Fri Sep 23 2005)
Today, Presidential Hopeful Daniel Imperato reiterated his stance on having mutual respect for the leaders of the world. Imperato stated that he\'s disturbed to see the deterioration of relationships in the middle east, particularly Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, and Iran.
\"Our very powerful, domineering group of countries has over 6000 years of culture behind them. Our administration needs to have over 6000 years of understanding of their…
Thompson & Knight Attorney Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Dallas (May 22, 2007) – The international law firm of Thompson & Knight is proud to announce Partner Rust E. Reid as the recipient of the 2007 Lifetime Achievement Award presented by the Dallas Bar Association’s (DBA) Probate Section. The award is given in recognition of Mr. Reid’s 47-year career in trusts and estates law.
Mr. Reid is the fifth member of the Probate Section to be…
Two Promoted to Shareholder at Munck Butrus
DALLAS –Munck Butrus, P.C., is pleased to announce that attorneys David M. Doyle and Bradley C. Mall have been promoted to the position of shareholder in the firm’s Dallas office.
Mr. Doyle has been named a shareholder in the firm’s Intellectual Property Section, while Mr. Mall has been named a shareholder in the firm’s Litigation Section.
“David and Brad provide their clients, and this firm, with a tremendous amount of expertise and…
Leading Independent Presidential Candidate Speaks Out About Inside Trading and F …
(reprinted from September 7, 2006)
West Palm Beach, Fl – September 7, 2006 – Today, 2008 Independent Presidential Candidate Daniel Imperato raised alarming questions about U.S. government officials, and how they may have used insider knowledge to spike oil prices. Imperato stated \"The American people must ask this government why gas prices are decreasing at the same time that major primary elections are being held across the country. Is there a…
Basic PCT Formalities Course
The german Forum Institute for Management expandes continuously all over Europe. Its prosperous seminar \"Basic PCT Formalities Course\" ist now also arranged in Athens.
The purpose of this seminar is to inform the participants how to prepare an international application for filing under the PCT and subsequently monitor the consecutive procedural steps, time-limits and payment of fees in the PCT international phase up to and including entry into the national…
The EPC 2000: - Changes in Substantive Patent Law and Procedural Patent Law, Req …
Since the conclusion of the EPC in 1973, a number of deficiencies as well as many proposals for improvement had been noted. In 1998 the Administrative Council of the European Patent Organisation agreed on a catalogue of legal and technical points for revision.
The nearly one hundred proposals for changes to the EPC were collected in a Basic Proposal for the Revision of the EPC, approved by the Administrative Council…
