Little Rock, AR (Law Firm Newswire) August 15, 2012 – Reckless driving and DWI are to blame in an accident that killed one, injured another. “A bizarre set of circumstances has led to the death of a former nurse,” said Mike Smith, an injury and accident lawyer, practicing personal injury law in Arkansas. This was…

Brandon, FL (Law Firm Newswire) August 15, 2012 – The newly-created United States Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) recommended to Congress that people be allowed to erase some of their student loan debt if they file for bankruptcy. However, even if the change is made, it may not bring the needed relief debtors want. “Filing…

Northville, MI (Law Firm Newswire) August 14, 2012 – A diagnosis of post traumatic stress disorder may change the hiring, retention and termination of veterans. “It is no surprise that post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is becoming a significant issue, as it relates to the hiring of veterans returning home. Close to 200,000 U.S. soldiers…

Austin, TX (Law Firm Newswire) August 14, 2012 – Texan arrested in fatal hit and run was driving under the influence. “In this case, two brothers were walking beside I-37 when one of them was hit by a blue Chrysler PT Cruiser that took off. The man, a 39-year-old, died at the scene,” said Brooks…

Miami, FL (Law Firm Newswire) August 13, 2012 – Many believe the Latin vote is Obama’s only hope for re-election. “This election, compared to the first one Obama ran, is quite entertaining, although for different reasons,” said Larry S. Rifkin, managing partner at Rifkin & Fox-Isicoff. “During the first one, the House was on fire…

Atlanta, GA (Law Firm Newswire) August 13, 2012 – Nasty case generates a lot of dissention in the community. “Wrongful death lawsuits may, literally, involve anyone, even members of the clergy,” said Stephen Ozcomert, a lawyer practicing personal injury, accidents and malpractice law in Atlanta, Georgia. In this case, a father shot his son to…

Brunswick, GA (Law Firm Newswire) August 10, 2012 – Several bicyclists were hit by a tractor trailer on a Georgia highway. Two from Jackson County were hospitalized and another died in the accident. All of the bicyclists were age 60 or older. The trio, all experienced cyclists, had been on a very long tour starting…

Cleveland, OH (Law Firm Newswire) August 9, 2012 – Parents who suspect their child has a birth defect may qualify for assistance. “For parents with a child who has cerebral palsy, it is difficult to know if it was the result of negligence at birth because, neurologically speaking, symptoms of cerebral palsy may not manifest…

Dallas, TX (Law Firm Newswire) August 09, 2012 – The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) introduced an electronic filing system in May 2012. The system, called USCIS ELIS, allows applicants to submit forms electronically, although currently the system can only be used for one form, the I-539, which individuals use to extend or change…

Austin, TX (Law Firm Newswire) August 8, 2012 – A biker, whose main reason for living was to ride his motorcycle, lost his life in a head-on collision. “There is just no explaining how some accidents happen, nor why they happen,” said Bobby Lee, an Austin personal injury attorney of Lee, Gober and Reyna, in…