Read Top Law and Legal Headlines and Articles from http://www.lawprnews.com en-us http://www.lawprnews.com/rss_feeds.htm http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/raleigh-dwi-lawyer-launches-online-north-carolina-dwi-case-review-service-261464.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT The Chetson Firm, a Raleigh criminal law firm, announced the launch of an online and free case review service for people concerned about DWIs in North Carolina. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/latest-tracker-i9-software-update-ensures-easier-everify-compliance-adds-online-training-and-enhances-form-i9-reporting-tools-261483.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Tracker Corp released the latest round of enhancements to its Tracker I-9 software, version 7.4, including complying with all current changes to E-Verify (v23), hosting E-Verify video tutorials, enhancing E-Verify batch closing, and more. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/young-athletes-concussions-and-the-prevention-of-brain-injuries-261485.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT States are beginning to take action to respond to the problem of concussions in football and other youth sports. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/woman-dies-in-fatal-new-york-elevator-accident-261486.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT A New York elevator accident highlights the potentially fatal dangers of elevators. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/north-carolina-workers-compensation-who-is-an-quotemployeequot-261487.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT A common legal issue that arises in the workers' compensation context is whether an employment relationship actually exists. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/new-federal-regulations-for-truckers-in-2012-do-they-go-far-enough-261488.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT New FCMSA regulations for truckers might not go far enough to protect those who share the road with big trucks. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/the-future-of-internet-policy-bills-261489.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT The recent defeat of two controversial bills, PIPA and SOPA, showed how Internet users can rally together to challenge controversial laws. What does it say about future Internet laws? Learn more in the following article. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/home-foreclosures-rise-in-chicago-after-lull-261490.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT A recent increase in foreclosures around Chicago is putting pressure on homeowners to explore options like bankruptcy to save their homes. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/state-court-rules-on-medicinal-marijuana-law-orders-implementation-261491.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT A Maricopa County judge recently ruled on the lawsuit to stop the implementation of Arizona's medicinal marijuana law. Read more about the suit and the next steps for the Arizona Department of Health. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/failure-to-communicate-by-distracted-doctors-leads-to-medical-mistakes-261492.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Many medical malpractice claims involve a breakdown in communication between diagnosticians and treating physicians. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/first-robinson-helicopter-r66-crash-victims-families-hire-baum-hedlund-261768.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT The aviation accident attorneys at Baum, Hedlund, Aristei andamp; Goldman are representing the families of the two men killed in Robinson Helicopter Company's first R66 crash which occurred on July 12, 2011 near Flandes, Colombia. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/2/w-mckinley-smiley-jr-recognized-by-cambridge-whos-who-for-excellence-in-philanthropy-261761.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Mr. Smiley draws attenton to those who never seek recognition for their humanitarian efforts http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/queller-fisher-washor-fuchs-amp-kool-llp-announces-compassionate-representation-261335.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT From New York, Queller, Fisher, Washor, Fuchs andamp; Kool, L.L.P. offers compassionate representation to the clients in legal matters of personal injury. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/wahab-amp-medenica-partner-cochairs-federal-bar-association-fashion-law-cle-261416.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Wahab andamp; Medenica partner Olivera Medenica has organized a fashion and intellectual property law panel to be held on Tuesday, February 7, 2012. CLE credit is available for NY and NJ. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/divorce-and-taxes-in-connecticut-261493.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT An overview of the tax implications of alimony and other divorce settlement payments. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/financial-advisor-in-indiana-convicted-in-ponzi-scheme-worth-7-million-261494.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT In recent years, the Securities and Exchange Commission has placed a high priority on prosecuting Ponzi schemes like Hauke's. The SEC has brought over 100 enforcement actions against 250 entities for Ponzi schemes since 2010. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/washington-parenting-plans-261495.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT An overview of the requirements of Washington Parenting Plans. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/property-division-settlement-considerations-261496.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Questions for individuals to ask when negotiating a divorce property division settlement. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/the-texas-view-of-child-custody-261497.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT In a high conflict divorce, a child custody dispute may end up in court for a judge to determine what is in the best interest of the children. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/chapter-13-an-overlooked-form-of-bankruptcy-for-individuals-261498.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Many people overlook the option to file Chapter 13 bankruptcy which allows individuals to develop a repayment plan. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/north-carolina-teen-dead-after-drunk-driver-causes-car-crash-at-80-mph-261499.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT A recent crash in Holly Ridge, N.C. brought home the dangers of drunk driving in tragic fashion. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/new-jersey-now-requires-all-foreclosure-consultants-to-be-licensed-261500.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT In December 2011, New Jersey lawmakers passed the Foreclosure Rescue Fraud Prevention Act to help homeowners avoid foreclosure consulting scams. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/what-do-texas-courts-look-at-in-deciding-child-custody-disputes-261501.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT In Texas, courts consider the best interests of the child when making child-custody determinations. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/legal-fatherhood-establishing-paternity-in-texas-261502.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT A single man may be a biological father in Texas, but he cannot be a legal father without both him and the mother signing an official Acknowledgment of Paternity form. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/how-is-spousal-support-determined-in-oregon-261503.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Spousal support (known elsewhere as alimony) is a monthly payment from one ex-spouse to the other, and is designed to minimize any unfair financial consequences following divorce. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/chapter-11-and-13-bankruptcies-keeping-businesses-open-during-tough-times-261504.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Chapter 11 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy has been helping businesses stay open during the current economy. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/lawsuit-filed-against-trucking-company-after-auto-accident-261505.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT In Texas, a trucking-accident victim's family is allowed to sue both the truck driver and his employer for wrongful death under the Civil Practice and Remedy Code. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/decrease-in-workrelated-fatalities-seen-in-texas-in-2010-261506.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT The Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers' Compensation reported 456 work-related fatalities in Texas in 2010, a 5 percent decrease from 482 in 2009. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/case-dismissed-criminal-defense-attorneys-greenberg-and-greenberg-win-motion-to-exclude-evidence-261169.htm Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Case Dismissed! Criminal Defense Attorneys Greenberg and Greenberg Win Motion to Exclude Evidence http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/redigi-wins-major-court-victory-in-fight-for-consumer-digital-rights-261654.htm Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Capitol Records was denied a request for a preliminary injunction in attempt to shut down ReDigi, the online marketplace for pre-owned digital media. ReDigi is fighting to ensure ownership rights to lawful digital purchases remain intact. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/personal-injury-attorneys-fisher-amp-talwar-launch-new-and-improved-website-260922.htm Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Los Angeles attorneys Fisher andamp; Talwar introduce a new website to help Southern California injured victims find solutions to their personal injury and other legal problems. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/california-bankruptcy-lawyer-law-offices-of-robert-kevin-lee-is-proud-to-announce-nationwide-chapter-7-11-and-13-bankruptcy-services-261716.htm Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT The Law Firm of Robert Kevin Lee had been in the forefront bankruptcy law, providing high skill bankruptcy-related legal services to thousands of esteemed and prestigious clients in Los Angeles County. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/cfla-announces-new-program-for-attorney-sponsorship-on-industrys-toprated-website-261260.htm Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT CFLA announces its new andquot;Attorney Profile Sponsorshipandquot; on its top rated website www.CertifiedForensicLoanAuditors.com, receiving more than 10,000 views daily, and has more than 7,500 back links directed to its source. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/avoiding-a-dui-is-there-an-app-for-that-260389.htm Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Your cell phone now may be able to help you avoid a DUI. Recently, several developers have created applications designed to tell users when they have had too much alcohol to operate a motor vehicle. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/spine-injury-information-many-doctors-dont-explain-261189.htm Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Many doctors still don't adequately explain the anatomy of the spine, the reasons for a patient's pain and the anticipated treatment plan. Here we will discuss the intricacies of spinal injuries and how a skilled personal injury attorney can help. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/zylab-launches-2012-webinar-series-with-a-deep-dive-into-the-ediscovery-challenges-for-construction-litigation-on-february-15-259754.htm Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Jones Day's Steve Bennett and Mary Mack of ZyLAB to lead andquot;De-Constructing eDiscoveryandquot;. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/beverly-hills-dui-attorney-amir-soleimanian-offers-legal-assistance-for-fighting-dui-charges-260889.htm Mon, 06 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Drivers no longer need to fight DUI charges alone as the leading DUI attorney of Beverly Hills is now offering legal assistance. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/nicaragua-and-russia-sign-bilateral-investment-treaty-261096.htm Sun, 05 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Nicaragua and Russia signed a Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) on January 26th, with the purpose of promoting and protecting investments between both countries. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/orlando-personal-injury-attorneys-announce-contingency-fee-lawsuit-program-for-automobile-accident-victims-261161.htm Sun, 05 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT The car accident and personal injury attorneys at Jaspon and Armas have announced a andquot;No Fees Until We Winandquot; program to assist victims of car accidents throughout the Orlando area with pursuing potential car accident law suits. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/house-passes-regulatory-flexibility-improvements-act-of-2011-261047.htm Sun, 05 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Summary of the proposed Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act of 2011 and how it benefits small businesses. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/minneapolis-firm-announces-new-shareholder-261117.htm Sun, 05 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT The Twin Cities family law firm of Walling, Berg andamp; Debele, P.A., is pleased to announce that on January 9, 2012, Jessica J.W. Maher became a shareholder of the firm. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/texting-while-driving-a-major-problem-for-american-teens-261138.htm Sun, 05 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Because of their inexperience, teen drivers are more likely than any other group to cause a fatal accident. If they use a cell phone, the risk is even higher. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/ntsb-study-spotlights-dangers-of-discount-tourist-bus-services-261137.htm Sun, 05 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT A recent NTSB study found that the fatal bus accident rate for discount intercity carriers is seven times higher than the rate for conventional bus operations. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/facing-a-disability-employer-benefits-and-social-security-may-both-help-261140.htm Sun, 05 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Learn more about how your employer-provided disability insurance meshes with Social Security Disability benefits. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/what-is-the-missouri-putative-father-registry-261141.htm Sun, 05 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT The Missouri putative father registry helps men legally claim their child, which can be a step toward establishing a relationship with the child. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/south-texas-waterquality-concerns-from-eagle-ford-shale-fracking-261139.htm Sun, 05 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT South Texas is home to the Eagle Ford Shale rock formation that has vast, rich concentrations of energy deposits. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/texas-governor-vetoes-texting-ban-261048.htm Sun, 05 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT As many states pass laws that prohibit cellphone use while driving, Texas Gov. Rick Perry took a step in the opposite direction this summer when he vetoed a bill designed to ban texting while driving. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/custody-and-visitation-disputes-in-virginia-rules-and-guidelines-261049.htm Sun, 05 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Not seeing a child everyday is one of the many fears parent's have as they go through the divorce process. Read on to learn what to expect during child custody or visitation hearings in Virginia. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/prisoners-with-harsh-crack-cocaine-convictions-to-be-released-early-261143.htm Sun, 05 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT Thanks to the Fair Sentencing Act of 2010, people previously sentenced on crack-related charges may be able to benefit from sentence reductions and potentially be released from incarceration early. http://www.lawprnews.com/law_and_legal_articles/2012/02/leandras-law-and-new-york-ignition-interlock-device-sentencing-261142.htm Sun, 05 Feb 2012 08:00:00 GMT New York has a number of laws that place severe penalties on those driving under the influence of alcohol and other substances.