Press Releases by Category Politics, Law & Society
New York Crime rate rises again, Maksim Kapelnik arrested and Gloria Cruz commen …
Crime rate in New York is on the rise and the statistics of 2010 are pretty much disturbing. Murders are increased by 14 percent while rapes and other violent crimes rose by 26.7 percent. Increase in robberies was 4.89 percent, which makes the picture of New York even more horrible. NYPD has been failed to control the crime rate which is quite alarming.
The reason of this increasing crime rate…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 6
Despite rampant poverty and deteriorating protection of human rights the Ukrainian authorities seek acceptance in Washington and Brussels, of their guardianship of democracy and suitability for visa free travel.
Ukraine fumbles the protection of human rights
The 2010 worldwide report from Human Rights Watch shows Ukraine to be disadvantaged in the key areas of racism, migration, censorship and pressure on the media. The judicial reform programme, which appears to ignore the requested…
Brooklyn man, Maksim Kapelnik stopped on Emmons Avenue
A Brooklyn man was busted after cops stopped him for running a red light in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn on Thursday evening, and found his vehicle was stuffed with approximately 100 pounds of marijuana.
Maksim Kapelnik, 23, was driving a gray 2010 BMW X6 along Emmons Avenue about 8:30 p.m. when he rolled past a red light and made a left hand turn on Shore Parkway, while failing to signal, said police.
A…
Playing By The "One Vote" Rule
Our system of government is a wonderful thing. The idea is that everyone gets “one vote,” and the majority wins. In Congress, whether State or Federal, the same simple rule should apply. After everyone has a chance to be heard, each person gets “one vote” to influence the decision-making process according to the dictates of their own conscience. After a count of the votes is taken,…
Playing By The "One Vote" Rule
Our system of government is a wonderful thing. The idea is that everyone gets “one vote,” and the majority wins. In Congress, whether State or Federal, the same simple rule should apply. After everyone has a chance to be heard, each person gets “one vote” to influence the decision-making process according to the dictates of their own conscience. After a count of the votes is taken,…
Global MBA gender balance is possible in 2011
Female applicants outnumber male in Western Europe.
February 8th, London
According to the latest QS TopMBA.com Applicant Survey 2010, the global percentage of females looking to study for an MBA has risen from 35% in 2006 to 48% in 2010. Although globally, male applicants still outnumber females, this figure is as close to parity as it has ever been.
Surprisingly in Western Europe, females represent 54% of respondents; suggesting the future of business…
WSFS Adds Fraud Prevention Training to Edcomm Banker’s Academy Curriculum
WSFS has recently added Fraud Prevention training to its existing Edcomm Banker’s Academy’s curriculum for Compliance and ACH training.
New York, NY, March 02, 2011 -- WSFS has recently added Fraud Prevention training to its existing Edcomm Banker’s Academy’s curriculum for Compliance and Automated Clearing House (ACH) training. Focus on Fraud Prevention will be hosted and maintained by Edcomm Banker’s Academy’s Learning Management System (LMS), Learning Link®.
Focus on Fraud Prevention, from…
Gardere’s Peter Vogel Earns ‘Standing Ovation’ From State Bar of Texas
DALLAS – Peter S. Vogel, chair of the Electronic Discovery Group and Technology Industry Team at Gardere Wynne Sewell LLP, has been honored by the State Bar of Texas for his exceptional contributions in 2010 to the Bar’s continuing legal education efforts.
“I am very humbled by this recognition,” says Mr. Vogel. “It is a great honor to work with the people who make TexasBarCLE the best provider of continuing legal…
Chris Faiella Recognized by Missouri Lawyers Weekly for Top Verdicts & Settlemen …
The Law Firm of Tatlow, Gump, Faiella & Wheelan, LLC would like to congratulate partner Chris Faiella for again being recognized by Missouri Lawyers Weekly for Top Verdicts & Settlements of 2010. In March 2010, Chris reached a $3.125 million dollar settlement for his client who was injured after getting pinned between two vehicles in 2008. The client suffered severe permanent injuries to both legs, including an above-the-knee…
New Points Test Proposed - The Changing Face of Australian Migration
On 1 July 2011, the Australian government is expected to release a new points test for independent skilled migration to Australia.
Simply put older more experienced skilled professionals and trades people from English speaking backgrounds will benefit from these changes and may then become eligible for permanent migration to Australia where they previously has not been.
As an example a 39 year old Engineer, Nurse or IT professional with 8 years experience…
Capt Amarinder Singh’s Fans Launch ‘CaptainForCM’ Online Campaign website and Fa …
Heating up the political war on the internet , on Saturday, February 26, 2011 fans of Captain Amarinder Singh, President PPCC have launched an online campaign called “CaptainForCM” by creating a website www.captainforcm.com and a Facebook page www.facebook.com/CaptainForCM . The campaign CaptainForCM is aimed to create awareness among public and particular in Youths and NRI’s from State.
The website is being updated on daily basis and will provide all…
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich opens the books on his billions
Chelsea Football Club owner, Roman Abramovich, has recently had to make a declaration of just how wealthy he actually is.
Russia’s fifth richest man has announced he will run for re-election as a member of parliament for Chukota, Russia, where he served as Governor for eight years from 2000. Russia’s election laws require all candidates standing for election to declare their assets before they run for office.
According to the declaration, Roman…
TEMPLES, CHURCHES AND OTHER RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS WIN CIVIL RIGHTS BATTLES WIT …
Bloomfield Hills, MICH. – A Hindu faith community based near Philadelphia is among the latest in a trend toward growing numbers of religious organizations successfully defending constitutionally granted civil rights in a land use case against a United States municipality. The Adhi Parasakthi Charitable, Medical, Educational, and Cultural Society of North America, also known as ACMEC, saw its nearly two-year-long legal battle end Feb. 8, 2011.
A court order…
California Thrift and Loan Company Chooses Edcomm Banker’s Academy for Complianc …
A Thrift and Loan Company based in California has chosen Edcomm Banker’s Academy to provide Compliance training.
New York, NY, February 25, 2011 -- A Thrift and Loan Company based in California has chosen Edcomm Banker’s Academy to provide three years of Compliance training. The Company has also opted to use Edcomm Banker’s Academy’s Learning Management System (LMS), Learning Link®, for hosting and maintenance of Focus on Compliance.
Focus on Compliance, from…
Credibility International’s Tim Hart Recognized in Who’s Who
Tim Hart of Credibility International is recognized in first listing of experts by Who’s Who Legal.
Washington, DC, February 25, 2011 -- Leading forensic accountant and expert on damages, Tim Hart of Credibility International has been included in the 2011 edition of The International Who’s Who of Commercial Arbitration: Expert Witnesses – the first ever listing of experts by Who’s Who Legal.
Nominees were selected based on comprehensive, independent survey work with…
Illinois Injury Attorney partners with Illinois Employment Lawyer
CHICAGO, IL -- Barry Zlotowicz, Illinois employment lawyer and President of the Chicago Legal Group has developed an informal affiliation with Illinois injury attorney Paul Wolf of Mitchell, Hoffman & Wolf. Mr. Wolf is a Chicago personal injury lawyer who has practiced personal injury for twenty-five years. Mr. Wolf’s practice is based in downtown Chicago but he is available for consultation throughout Illinois.
Mr. Wolf has handled hundreds of Chicago personal…
Jacquelyn DiCicco Joins Law Firm of John M. Zenir, Esq. as Associate
MINEOLA, NY — The Law Firm of John M. Zenir, Esq., PC, announces the addition of Jacquelyn DiCicco as its new Associate.
Ms. DiCicco is a recent graduate of Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center. She has distinguished herself at Touro, having participated in the Family Law Clinic with distinction, where she represented clients under all areas of family law. During her time at the Family Law Clinic, she engaged…
DALLI & MARINO, LLP ANNOUNCE SUIT AGAINST CITY OF NEW YORK FOR DEC. 27 SNOWSTORM …
MINEOLA, NY — Attorneys John Dalli and Salvatore Marino of Dalli & Marino, LLP announced today that they will file a multimillion-dollar lawsuit against the City of New York on behalf of the family of a Brooklyn woman who died as a result of negligence by multiple city agencies in conjunction with the December 26-27 snowstorm. The firm says her death was caused by an inefficient 911 emergency system and…
The Law Firm of Levi & Korsinsky, LLP Launches an Investigation into Possible Br …
Levi & Korsinsky is investigating the Board of Directors of Duncan Energy Partners L.P. for possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of state law in connection with a proposal from Enterprise Products Partners L.P. to acquire all the outstanding common units of the Company in an exchange valued at approximately $2.4 billion.
New York, NY, February 24, 2011 -- Levi & Korsinsky is investigating the Board of Directors of…
Adelphi University to Host “Women in Government: Encouraging the Next Generation …
Adelphi University is pleased to announce the upcoming event, “Women in Government: Encouraging the Next Generation,” scheduled to coincide with the national celebration of Women’s History Month in March. Event attendees will hear stories from female elected officials, learn about the experiences that inspired them, and how they were able to chart a successful future for themselves, among other topics. Jointly hosted by Adelphi and the Honorable Leslie C. Gross,…
Edcomm Banker’s Academy Launches Business Writing Training Program for Individua …
Edcomm Banker’s Academy has recently launched its Business Writing training program for individuals.
New York, NY, February 23, 2011 -- Edcomm Banker’s Academy has recently launched its Business Writing training program for individuals looking to begin or advance their career in the financial services industry. The same great program that has been used by thousands of banks, Overview of Business Writing provides individuals the knowledge, skills and certification needed to effectively…
The Law Firm of Levi & Korsinsky, LLP Launches an Investigation into Possible Br …
Levi & Korsinsky is investigating the Board of Directors of Clinical Data, Inc. (“Clinical Data” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: CLDA) for possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of state law in connection with the sale of the Company to Forest Laboratories, Inc.
New York, NY, February 23, 2011 -- Levi & Korsinsky is investigating the Board of Directors of Clinical Data, Inc. (“Clinical Data” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: CLDA)…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 4
Ukrainian government makes claims about its obligations to the European Union whilst pulling tightly on Tymoshenko’s leash. With fight against corruption losing its strength the shadow economy is in boom.
The government comes under fire over restriction of opposition mobility
Ex-Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko was recently denied permission to take a political trip to Brussels by the General Prosecutor's Office of Ukraine, who stated that they considered her to be a flight…
Taiwan President urges Beijing to step up political reforms
By Elaine Hou
ROC President Ma Ying-jeou called on mainland China Feb. 21 to step up political reforms leading to democracy, rule of law and the safeguarding of human rights.
“I hope Beijing will carry out reforms while maintaining economic prosperity and development,” Ma said. He added that democracy and human rights are Taiwan’s core values and he hopes they will become a shared cross-strait language.
Ma’s remarks came in response…
Sayles Werbner Announces Lawsuit in Colorado Bus Crash
FORT WORTH, Texas – The Dallas trial law firm Sayles Werbner is announcing a lawsuit filed on Feb. 22 against Fort Worth-based Gotta Go Express Trailways Inc. on behalf of nine church members who were injured following a Colorado bus crash in December 2010.
Noted trial lawyer Mark Werbner, co-founder of Sayles Werbner, filed the lawsuit in Tarrant County’s 236th District Court on behalf of Patricia Davidson and her two minor…
Int. Op: Get Frightening Details of Shooting of U.S Special Agents In Mexico fro …
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Get the Frightening Details from Immigration/Border Security Experts Wald and Misner
In the wake of Friday's funeral for slain U.S. Immigration and Customs Agent Jaime Zapata, new details are emerging about the brazen daylight assault that killed the agent and gravely injured his partner.
Rep. Michael McCaul (R-Tex.) said that the agents rightly identified themselves as American diplomats before they were shot, and that "this was an intentional ambush…
Orlando Senior Care Service Agency Lists Out Advantages of a Hiring a Profession …
Orlando, FL ( openpr ) February 18, 2011 – Reports from, The National Association of Area Agencies suggests that by the year 2030, nearly one in five people will be over the age of 65*. As the baby boomer generation grows older there is an increasing trend where seniors wish to age in their own home and engage professionals from an Orlando in-home care agency to help with their daily…
Madonna ex, Guy Ritchie, evicts squatters from property in London
The group of squatters who have taken over Guy Ritchie’s £6 million (US$9 million) London property have been ordered to leave.
The group, who call themselves “The Really Free School”, were represented in court by first-year law student Tom Brianmurray, who claimed the eviction notice had not been properly placed and requested further time to prepare a defence.
However, district Judge Marc Dight, on hearing the defence lawyer was in fact a…
Pilani Shridhar University Observes World Day of Social Justice
Without Social justice which is the underlying principle for peaceful and prosperous coexistence within and among nations, the dream of Fair Globalization cannot be achieved.
No one has doubt that social development and social justice are indispensable for the achievement and maintenance of peace and security within and among nations and that, in turn, social development and social justice cannot be attained in the absence of peace and security or in…
Top LA Lawyers Help Injured Victims Get Settlement in Rear-End Collision
Los Angeles – Expert personal injury attorneys of Mesriani Law Group, one of LA’s leading law firms, have successfully negotiated for the settlement of claims by two injured victims of a rear-end collision that occurred in December 2009.
According to the victims, they were traveling westward near the intersection of Devonshire Street and Wilbur Avenue when the incident happened. As they were slowing down to a red traffic light, another…
The Beverly Hill Playhouse Opens Up Acting Classes San Francisco for Acting Stud …
Beverly Hills, CA ( openpr ) February 17, 2011 – Have you ever had a dream to make it big on Film/TV but never had the right push from experts in the field to kick start your acting career? Need fine tuning on your directing, playwriting, and stage movement and speaking skills? Most opportunities exist in Los Angeles or New York but the tough competition amongst the many talented and…
Legal Web Design Firm Reports Trend toward Virtual Law Offices
February 16, 2011 (San Diego, CA) – In working closely with law firms and legal software, legal web design firm Legal Web Experts is reporting an increased trend toward virtual law offices in recent years. A method of delivering legal services from anywhere the client or attorney can access the internet, virtual law offices are joining a trend set by other industries in taking many primary business functions online.
While…
419legal.org Launches Internet Scam Directory
"419legal.org, an internet community devoted entirely to informing visitors about 419 emails and other types of internet related fraud announces the launch of a comprehensive database of the most searched internet scams. 419legal.org will begin keep visitors up-to-date on the most frequently searched scams on the internet. The database is being updated on a monthly basis and provides a good jumping point into the forum so that visitors can interact…
Boniva Lawyer Jason Byrd and Cohorts Now Accepting Boniva Claims Nationwide
The Byrd Law Firm is issuing a public invitation for claims in relation to the dangerous drug, Boniva. The drug, which has been extremely popular in treating Paget’s Disease and Osteoporosis, has been linked to numerous dangerous side effects.
The manufacturer of Boniva failed to alert both physicians and patients of the drug’s possible side effects. Some of the more serious complications include Osteomyelitis, also known as deadjaw, and Osteonecrosis…
BUZZELL, BLANDA & VISCONTI, LLP ANNOUNCES FORMATION OF LAW PRACTICE
MELVILLE, NY — Buzzell, Blanda & Visconti, LLP announced the opening of its law firm in Melville. The limited liability is formed by its partners Joseph F. Buzzell, Nicole Blanda and Tara Visconti, who previously worked for Rivkin Radler at its Real Estate, Zoning and Land Use practice group.
Buzzell, Blanda & Visconti is a full-service law firm concentrating in real estate law, with issues pertaining to land use and zoning.…
Democracy Watch, 2011 - Issue 3
The Ukrainian government and oligarchy seek to improve investment attractiveness and their reputation in the West, failing to appreciate the extent to which they are blemished by the national lack of democratic principles, freedoms and transparency.
The future of big business directly depends on the development of democracy
Under President Yanukovych the interests of big business remain Ukraine’s primary concern. This may explain why Cyprus was neglected from the recent Cabinet of…
According to Google Translate, Berlusconi has never lost Elections…just like Bus …
Probably it was due to an oversight. Yesterday, a friend of mine (a famous Italian writer) pointed me out a bizarre fact on Google Translate. Win some, lose some: in the true sense of the word…
There are several kinds of mistakes, but this one seems to be a glaring one. If you try to translate (on http://translate.google.it/) this sentence from Italian to English “Berlusconi non ha vinto le elezioni”, here…
Employee Background Check Authenticates an Employee's Credentials
Employee background check services from Safe Hiring Solutions ensuring companies in avoiding fraud citizens and hiring honest and dedicated professionals.
17 Feb 2011: Safe Hiring Solutions, one of the industry's most extensive background checks, employment screening, investigation and verification service providing firms, offers employment background check services at minimal rates. It comprises of a wide selection of clients ranging from corporations, schools, hospitals, churches, property owners, leasing managers to non-profit organizations…
Farella Braun + Martel Names New Practice Area Leaders
Farella Braun + Martel announces new practice area leaders. Partner Thomas Mayhew was named chair of the Business Litigation practice, Partner Samuel C. Dibble was named chair of the Business Transactions practice, Partner Matthew J. Lewis has stepped up to chair the Distressed Assets practice, and Partners David J. Lazerwitz and David Stoll were appointed to co-chair the Renewable Energy and Clean Technologies practice.
“The new practice chairs are strong…
Cowles & Thompson’s Adams Elected Texas Bar Foundation Fellow
TYLER, Texas – Trial attorney Kyna Adams, a shareholder in the Tyler, Texas, office of Cowles & Thompson, P.C., has been elected as a Fellow in the Texas Bar Foundation.
The Texas Bar Foundation is the largest charitably funded bar foundation in the country. Fellows are selected based on a demonstrated record of professional achievements and commitment to the community at large. Membership is restricted to one-third of 1…
Law Firm Sees Light at the End of the Tunnel for Local Ground Zero Workers
Troy G. Rosasco, Founding Partner of the law firm Turley, Redmond, Rosasco & Rosasco, LLP, says a new law to help 9/11 survivors and first responders who became ill after being exposed to contaminants at the Ground Zero site during and after the September 11, 2001 attacks will provide much-needed medical care and financial compensation for police officers, firefighters, construction workers, emergency personnel and volunteers who were at the scene…
Taiwan President welcomes democratic developments in Egypt
By Meg Chang
ROC President Ma Ying-jeou hopes to see the rapid establishment of democracy in Egypt in accordance with the people’s will, Presidential Spokesman Lo Chih-chiang said Feb. 12.
Ma called for the restoration of political and economic order in Egypt as soon as possible to ensure regional security in the Islamic world, Lo added.
Lo’s remarks came after Hosni Mubarak stepped down as Egyptian president amid countrywide protests that…
Ottawa Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth Ranked Best Online Accident and Injury …
As the internet becomes the premier source of information for people seeking advice on personal injury and accident law, Ottawa Injury Lawyer David Hollingsworth wins accolades from Best Attorneys Online for Best Accident and Injury Lawyer.
The online market for personal injury and accident lawyers has grown exponentially over the past years and with it the number of sites and directories devoted to legal services. It is difficult to…
SS Legal Firm Offers the Most Deserving Boca Raton Personal Injury Lawyer for it …
SSLegalfirm has proved its mettle among the most dependable law firms. Much credit to their excellence must go to the Boca Raton personal injury attorney who hold proven expertise in law matters.
15 Feb 2011: Saban & Solomon, better known as SS Legal Firm has been highly successful in helping innumerable clients to get the judgment they crave for. A bulk of credit for such an exceptional reputation must go to…
Gardere Partner’s Article on Class Actions, Arbitrations Published in Noted Jour …
DALLAS – The World Arbitration and Mediation Review, which publishes scholarly works on worldwide mediation and arbitration law, recently published an article by William G. Whitehill, a partner in the Trial section of Gardere Wynne Sewell LLP.
The article, “Class Actions and Arbitration Murky Waters: Stolt-Nielsen S.A. v. AnimalFeeds International Corp.,” explores questions raised in the April 27, 2010, Stolt-Nielsen decision by the U.S. Supreme Court. The article can be found…
Law Professor and Media Personality, Dr. Leigh-Davis, Presides Over Law Library …
Today, most law libraries may feel like a ghost town, as lawyers increasingly conduct research through the internet. However, law professor, retired attorney and media personality, Dr. Leigh-Davis, believes tangible law libraries have much to offer.
Currently, with so many people, including attorneys, using the internet for research; a law library could feel very lonely. Although a lot of older attorneys and academics would argue: there is no substitute for an…
Free Dating 24-7 Alter New Site Design
Kent, England (28 January, 2011) - Free Dating 24-7, one of the UK’s leading free dating sites, announce that they have altered their website’s new design after finding that the re-launch had caused significant bounce rate issues.
Following a complete overhaul of their website in November 2010, Free Dating 24-7 has revealed that the bounce rate of site visitors and members had significantly risen after the changes were implemented. The…
Court in Jimi Hendrix case finds Washington Publicity Law Unconstitutional
SEATTLE WA (February 10, 2011)—With a catalog that has sold over 20 million albums in the U.S. alone, it’s understandable why Jimi Hendrix is still making headlines over 40 years after his untimely death.
Recently, Janie Hendrix, Jimi’s stepsister and the head of Seattle-based Authentic Hendrix and Experience Hendrix, filed a lawsuit against Las Vegas-based Hendrix Licensing. Hendrix Licensing is controlled by Andrew Pitsicalis, and is most known for having Leon…
Companies Opting Background Checks as Safe Hiring
Background checks service from Safe Hiring Solutions helping companies in hiring dynamic and dedicated professionals.
10 Feb 2011: SafeHiringSolutions.com, a leading employment screenings and background checks firm, is gearing IT firms and other domain companies in verifying their employee's background history strictly and helping them in hiring dymanic professionals. The pre-screening process is executed to prevent fraudulent claims of designations, criminal records and tenure of the employees.
Fraudulent or incorrect information are…
Austrian Ambassador Thomas Mayr-Harting to Speak at Adelphi University on March …
Adelphi University is pleased to welcome Permanent Representative of Austria to the United Nations and Ambassador Thomas Mayr-Harting as he speaks on “An Austrian Perspective from the Security Council: Human Rights and Rule of Law.” The event will take place on Wednesday, March 2, 2011, at 3:00 p.m. in the Thomas Dixon Lovely Ballroom of the Ruth S. Harley University Center, 1 South Avenue, Garden City, NY. It is sponsored…
