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Chicago Employment Lawyer says Employers Barred from Retaliating against Workers Engaging in Protected Conduct

December 7, 2010
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Even though there are a variety of laws that protect workers from discrimination, it still happens. Chicago, IL (Law Firm Newswire) December 7, 2010 – “If at any time you feel that you have been subjected to any sort of retaliation in the workplace, you will want to immediately call a Chicago employment lawyer and…

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Elder Law Attorney Michael J. Amoruso Presents at Stetson University College of Law 2010 Special Needs Trust National Conference

December 6, 2010
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Rye Brook, NY (Law Firm Newswire) December 6, 2010 – Michael J. Amoruso, Managing Partner at Amoruso & Amoruso, LLP, recently lectured at the Stetson University College of Law’s 2010 Special Needs Trust National Conference in Tampa, Florida. The conference, which was attended by special needs professionals, attorneys, estate planners, financial advisors and CPAs, provided…

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Aviation Lawyer Goes Global with This Weeks Plane Talk Radio Show

December 3, 2010
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This week on Plane Talk Radio, aviation attorney Stewart H. Lapayowker talks about fractional aircraft programs, the latest from the Dubai Air Show, and a special guest. Fort Lauderdale, FL (Law Firm Newswire) December 3, 2010 – Stewart H. Lapayowker, an aviation attorney whose practice focuses on private and corporate aviation transactions, will host “Plane…

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Father of Child Drowned by Mentally Ill Mother Files Lawsuit

December 2, 2010
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A mentally ill mom drowned her 5-month-old baby. This happened despite numerous warnings to authorities by the father. Southfield, MI (Law Firm Newswire) December 2, 2010 – The wrongful death lawsuit filed in this case also stated there was a violation of the 14th Amendment; where government can’t deprive citizens of life, liberty or property…

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Insurance Companies Study Reveals Increase In Medical Misdiagnosis Claims

December 1, 2010
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Statistics show that family practitioners and general internists get the diagnosis wrong a relatively high number of times when a person is having a heart attack. Austin, TX (Law Firm Newswire) December 1, 2010 – A very recent study on heart attack diagnosis released by the Physician Insurers Association revealed that malpractice in this area…

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Medical Malpractice On the Rise When Comparing Reports from 30 Years Ago

November 30, 2010
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Cleveland, OH (Law Firm Newswire) November 30, 2010 – “If you were around in the ’70s, you may recall a study done on medical malpractice insurance. It was actually commissioned by the California Hospital and Medical Associations. It revealed that one out of every 20 patients suffered injuries as a result of med mal and…

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Veterans Attorney Says DoD Should Consider Mental Anguish In Soldier Misconduct Cases

November 29, 2010
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Northville, MI (Law Firm Newswire) November 29, 2010 – Post-traumatic Stress Disorder is a widely known psychological disorder thanks largely in part to the aftermath of the Vietnam War, where thousands of soldiers returned to the United States unable to cope with everyday life. Despite increased understanding, however, there have been recent cases where the…

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Arkansas Injury Lawyer Says Bruises may be Sign of Elder Abuse In Nursing Homes

November 26, 2010
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Nursing homes are meant to be places of safety. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case. Little Rock, AR (Law Firm Newswire) November 26, 2010 – “If you’re in the situation where you need to place a loved one in a nursing home, you want to know they will be safe, treated with respect and dignity…

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Trademark Infringement Case Keeps Imported Toys In Storage

November 24, 2010
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Trademark infringement goes international these days when companies based in the U.S. sue companies based in Europe. Los Angeles, CA (Law Firm Newswire) November 24, 2010 – U.S.-based Smart Blocks Inc., a maker of construction toys, sued the Danish company Lego A/S, noted as one of Europe’s largest toymakers. Smart Blocks petitioned the federal court…

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Truck Accidents Becoming More Common According to Austin Accident Attorney

November 22, 2010
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Commercial trucks are a commanding presence on the highways. With over 80,000 Injuries reported each year, law enforcement must work diligently to determine who Is at fault as this plays an important role when filing a compensation claim. Austin, TX (Law Firm Newswire) November 22, 2010 – Truck accidents happen every day; a statistic many…

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