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“Thanks to increased attention from special interest groups and an increase in funding to target domestic abuse, domestic violence cases are one of the most aggressively prosecuted types of crimes in the State of Connecticut,” says Frederick D. Paoletti, Jr., Founding Principal of the law firm of Paoletti & Gusmano, (http://www.paolettilaw.net), a criminal defense law firm with experience in handling Connecticut criminal defense cases on behalf of those charged with crimes related to domestic violence. “Anyone that has been charged or is under investigation for domestic violence needs an effective defense and immediate legal counsel, because what that individual does next can have serious consequences on the defense of their case.”

According to Paoletti, an experienced criminal defense attorney, like the ones at Paoletti and Gusmano, are skilled at defending domestic violence crimes in Connecticut, including charges such as assault, threatening, disorderly conduct, breach of peace involving spouses and boyfriends/girlfriends.

“When it comes to domestic violence there are two terms that anyone charged or under investigation should understand,” says Paoletti. “First is the term ‘family violence,’ which refers to an incident resulting in physical harm, bodily injury or assault, or an act of threatened violence that constitutes fear of imminent physical harm, bodily injury or assault between family or household members.”

Paoletti says that a family or household member can include spouses, former spouses, parents, children, relatives by blood or marriage, persons sixteen years of age or older presently residing together or who have resided together, persons who have a child in common, and persons in, or have recently been in, a dating relationship.

“A second important domestic violence term is ‘protective order,’” explains Paoletti. “A protective order issued in a family violence situation is criminal and is issued after the accused has been arrested for committing a family violence crime.”

According to Paoletti, a protective order may be issued after there has been an arrest in a family violence situation or if a firearm has been found at the scene of a domestic dispute.

“There are many other terms and definitions that are important when dealing with a family violence case,” explains Paoletti, “and it is important that anyone charged in a family violence related crime understand these terms and the consequences of their charges.”

Established in 1990, the law firm of Paoletti & Gusmano, (http://www.paolettilaw.net), located at 3301 Main Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06606, specializes in Connecticut criminal defense law and Connecticut personal injury law. Paoletti & Gusmano Attorneys at Law assist clients throughout Connecticut, including cities in Fairfield and New Haven counties such as Bridgeport, Danbury, Darien, Easton, Fairfield, Greenwich, New Canaan, New Fairfield, Newtown, Redding, Shelton, Sherman, Stratford, Weston, Westport, Wilton, Beacon Falls, Branford, Cheshire, East Haven, Guilford, Hamden, Madison, Meriden, Middlebury, Milford, Naugatuck, New Haven, North Branford, Prospect, Seymour, Wallingford, Waterbury, and Woodbridge. For more information and a free consultation call (203) 371-1000.

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According to Christopher Paoletti, Founder and President of Infidelity Investigations (http://www.infidelitypolice.com), a Connecticut private investigation firm that specializes in infidelity cases, the number of extramarital affairs is growing at an alarming rate, which is why private investigators like himself often work around the clock to help alleviate the emotional pain felt by victimized spouses.

“While statistics vary for the rate of infidelity that is taking place, mostly due to the amount of secrecy that is involved in such behavior, more and more people are admitting to adulterous affairs than ever before,” says Paoletti. “According to one study, more than 20 percent of married men and nearly 14 percent of married women have admitted to having an affair while married.”

According to Paoletti, studies also show that 70 percent of women and 54 percent of men that were victims of a cheating spouse had no idea that an extramarital affair was taking place.

“Because of the statistical increase in infidelity cases and the number of online affairs growing as well, a any spouse that thinks their significant other is being unfaithful, would be wise to hire a trustworthy private investigator to help verify their suspicions or alleviate their fears,” says Paoletti.

According to Paoletti, infidelity destroys the lives of all involved, including children and other family members. With years experience handling the delicate situation of infidelity, Paoletti says that he and his staff can provide everyone involved with solutions that can resolve infidelity issues discreetly, so that everyone can move on with their lives.

“At Infidelity Investigations, we never view our clients as a job,” says Paoletti. “We recognize that our clients are people going through a life-altering event and that they need someone that can understand, respect, and help their situation.”

Although some people feel that hiring a private investigator may somehow violate the cheating spouse’s privacy or rights, Paoletti says that sometimes it is the only safe and effective way to expose the truth.

Established in 2001, Infidelity Investigations is a bonded, fully insured and licensed private investigation firm in the State of Connecticut, specializing in infidelity investigations, surveillance, background investigations, attorney investigation services, and GPS tracking. For more information, call 203-268-6319 or visit www.infidelitypolice.com.

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“As with any professional service, having a criminal defense attorney with experience is the key to success,” says Frederick D. Paoletti, Jr., Founding Principal of the law firm of Paoletti & Gusmano, (http://www.paolettilaw.net), a reputable Connecticut criminal defense law firm located in Bridgeport, CT. “While some lawyers will accept any case that comes their way, a defendant will get better results with an attorney whose only focus is on criminal law.”

According to Paoletti, criminal lawyers with extensive experience understand how to aggressively represent their clients in and out of state and federal courtrooms.

“Just as important as a criminal defense attorney’s experience is his or her qualifications,” says Paoletti. “It is important to find a criminal law lawyer who is licensed to practice in Connecticut’s courts, as well as the United States Court of Appeals and the U.S. Supreme Court.”

Paoletti says that experienced and qualified attorneys are typically members of professional organizations, another aspect that defendants should be cognizant of when choosing a criminal defense attorney.

“Involvement in professional associations helps demonstrate a lawyer’s commitment to the legal system,” says Paoletti. “Some well-known associations include the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, American Bar Association and the Association of Trial Lawyers of America. It is also important to look for attorneys who are members of the trial lawyers and bar associations of the state in which they practice.”

Of course, trust should play a major role in choosing a defense attorney as well, says Paoletti.

“A trustworthy criminal defense attorney will be upfront about the merits of a defendant’s case and all associated fees,” says Paoletti. “During the initial consultation, defendants should find out what the case will cost. Flat fee agreements will ensure there are no hidden charges.”

In addition to getting to know a potential criminal defense attorney and investigating the fees that he or she charges, Paoletti suggests finding out what reputation they have with clients and in the legal community.

Established in 1990, the law firm of Paoletti & Gusmano, (http://www.paolettilaw.net), located at 3301 Main Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06606, specializes in Connecticut criminal defense law and Connecticut personal injury law. Paoletti & Gusmano Attorneys at Law assist clients throughout Connecticut, including cities in Fairfield and New Haven counties such as Bridgeport, Danbury, Darien, Easton, Fairfield, Greenwich, New Canaan, New Fairfield, Newtown, Redding, Shelton, Sherman, Stratford, Weston, Westport, Wilton, Beacon Falls, Branford, Cheshire, East Haven, Guilford, Hamden, Madison, Meriden, Middlebury, Milford, Naugatuck, New Haven, North Branford, Prospect, Seymour, Wallingford, Waterbury, and Woodbridge. For more information and a free consultation call (203) 371-1000.

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According to Christopher Paoletti, Founder and President of Infidelity Investigations (http://www.infidelitypolice.com), a Connecticut private investigation firm that specializes in infidelity cases, a new term, “chexting,” has been coined to describe cheating on one's spouse via text message.

“Although the term may be new, the act is not,” says Paoletti. “Celebrities like Tiger Woods and Jesse James have learned the hard way that text message evidence of extramarital affairs can lead to tremendous problems.”

Paoletti says that an increasing number of adulterous relationships are being discovered through modern technology. In some cases cheaters are caught through their cell phones, he explains, while others are caught using email, Internet chat rooms or instant messaging programs.

“When it comes to a private investigation into an alleged cheating spouse, compromising text messages and emails can provide proof that a spouse has been unfaithful,” says Paoletti. “This proof is often a slam dunk in divorce proceedings.”

In most cases, Paoletti says, cheaters slip-up and spouses find evidence of an extra-marital affair through voicemails, text messages and emails that the cheater forgot to erase. However, Paoletti says that even deleted messages can be recovered and used as evidence.

“While many cheaters believe that simply deleting text messages and emails can cover their tracks, the truth is that there are ways to retrieve deleted data. No matter how careful a cheating spouse may be, there is a good chance that a private investigator can recover evidence of his or her affair.”

Established in 2001, Infidelity Investigations is a bonded, fully insured and licensed private investigation firm in the State of Connecticut, specializing in infidelity investigations, surveillance, background investigations, attorney investigation services, and GPS tracking. For more information, call 203-268-6319 or visit www.infidelitypolice.com.

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According to Christopher Paoletti, Founder and President of Infidelity Investigations (http://www.infidelitypolice.com), a Connecticut private investigation firm that specializes in infidelity cases but also offers an array of other private investigation services, surveillance is necessary to garner proof of a cheating spouse.

“When it comes to surveillance as part of an infidelity investigation, you can’t trust just anyone to handle the task,” says Paoletti. “In most cases, you only get one chance to catch a cheating spouse, so surveillance operations must be handled with the utmost care and diligence.”

When choosing a private investigation firm to determine whether or not a spouse has been unfaithful, it is important to pick a company that has experience in undercover surveillance. Infidelity Investigations, for example, offers a dedicated team of surveillance investigators who are committed to what they do.

“Our investigators are highly trained to handle even the most adverse surveillance cases, such as when the subject is suspicious that he or she may be under surveillance,” says Paoletti. “We use the most advanced techniques available for each situation.”

According to Paoletti, video surveillance is the most popular and useful form of surveillance when it comes to catching a cheating spouse.

“Oftentimes,” he says, “the video footage obtained by a private investigator proves incredibly useful during divorce proceedings.”

A good private investigation firm, according to Paoletti, will utilize the latest state-of-the-art digital video and digital still cameras to document evidence that will successfully meet the needs of its clients.

“At Infidelity Investigations, we have conducted hundreds of successful video-surveillance operations,” says Poletti. “There is no job that is too difficult and there is no subject that is too elusive for our investigators.”

Paoletti is so confident in his company’s ability to garner video evidence as part of an infidelity investigation that even if another agency has unsuccessfully tried, he says that Infidelity Investigations will get the job done.

“Whether the surveillance is conducted from a vehicle, on foot, from a building, or from up in a tree, we will be there to document any pertinent information, action, or evidence,” says Paoletti. "They will never even know we are there.”

Established in 2001, Infidelity Investigations is a bonded, fully insured and licensed private investigation firm in the State of Connecticut, specializing in infidelity investigations, surveillance, background investigations, attorney investigation services, and GPS tracking. For more information, call 203-268-6319 or visit www.infidelitypolice.com.]]> http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100401-103822 No Author Thu, 01 Apr 2010 14:38:45 GMT http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100401-103046
“For anyone that has been arrested for a drug offense in the state of Connecticut, a conviction can have lasting consequences on your quality of life,” says Frederick D. Paoletti, Jr., Founding Principal of the law firm of Paoletti & Gusmano, (http://www.paolettilaw.net), a criminal defense law firm with experience in Connecticut drug cases. “In addition to the possibility of prison, anyone found guilty of a drug crime can lose every possession they have, including their car or house.”

That’s why, Paoletti says, an experienced criminal defense lawyer is critical to the success of a drug case.

“Anyone that has been charged with a drug crime should look for a criminal defense attorney that is skilled in defending all drug-related crimes,” says Paoletti, “whether it is the sale or possession of marijuana, sale or possession of cocaine, or possession or sale of prescription drugs.”

It is important, Paoletti explains, that a defendant choose a criminal defense lawyer that can recognize the differences in defending against these and other drug charges, such as the possession or sale of steroids or the possession and sale of narcotics.

“Anyone that is charged or under investigation for a drug offense should contact a Connecticut criminal defense attorney that can provide them with an effective defense and experienced legal counsel,” says Paoletti. “What a drug crime defendant does next can have serious consequences on the defense of the case.”

Established in 1990, the law firm of Paoletti & Gusmano, http://www.paolettilaw.net , located at 3301 Main Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06606, specializes in Connecticut criminal defense law and Connecticut personal injury law. Paoletti & Gusmano Attorneys at Law assist clients throughout Connecticut, including cities in Fairfield and New Haven counties such as Bridgeport, Danbury, Darien, Easton, Fairfield, Greenwich, New Canaan, New Fairfield, Newtown, Redding, Shelton, Sherman, Stratford, Weston, Westport, Wilton, Beacon Falls, Branford, Cheshire, East Haven, Guilford, Hamden, Madison, Meriden, Middlebury, Milford, Naugatuck, New Haven, North Branford, Prospect, Seymour, Wallingford, Waterbury, and Woodbridge. For more information and a free consultation call (203) 371-1000. ]]> http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100401-103046 No Author Thu, 01 Apr 2010 14:31:09 GMT http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100327-132623
Blogs are incredibly powerful for professionals that are trying to make a name online. For attorneys, a blog can create recognition and authority, but only if the power of the blog is harnessed properly.

A good legal blog will provide readers with original, informative content which will entice them to the firm’s website or social networking site. The image that companies can create with a blog will further build the firm’s corporate identity.

Attorneys have an added edge when it comes to blogging, but achieving long-term success involves patience. When a company is patient and consistent with its blogging efforts, success will follow. The key is to blog regularly and keep content fresh and timely.

The strength of the blog’s content, the depth of the writer’s knowledge and the quality of information provided in a legal blog will help develop trust with readers.

Legal blogs are becoming an increasingly popular way for law firms to augment their website, boost search engine rankings and increase authority in the field. This is why we recommend to all of our professional clients, not just lawyers, that they consider blogging.

For lawyers who are uncomfortable about writing, many companies offer content writing services that can bring their message and their ideas to life.

Copyright 2010 dzine it, inc. Web Design Company All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. ]]> http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100327-132623 No Author Sat, 27 Mar 2010 17:26:46 GMT http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100326-145535 Manhattan personal injury law firm, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration has fined a Buffalo company for numerous safety hazards at its factory in Depew, New York.

“The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has imposed fines against the firm Worldcolor Buffalo for 27 violations of safety and health standards at its printing facility in Depew, New York,” say George W. Ilchert, Esq., a partner with Lurie, Ilchert, Mac Donnell and Ryan, LLP (http://www.limrlaw.com), a personal injury law firm with experience in workplace safety cases. “When officials went to inspect the company’s plant in October 2009, they reported multiple health and safety hazards which they say, if left uncorrected, could be harmful to workers.”

According to Ilchert, officials from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) said that if left uncorrected, the violations put workers at risk of serious injury including lacerations, amputation, burns, hearing loss, exposure to asbestos, electric shock, or being caught or trapped in confined spaces or operating machinery.

“In addition to the various safety hazards that the company was cited for, OSHA states that the printing facility lacked a written plan for properly training employees for safety,” says Ilchert. “Also, OSHA claims that the company failed to inform its employees about asbestos in the insulation around pipes and failed to provide a Hepatitis B shots to employees who work in conditions where they are exposed to blood and potentially harmful bacteria.”

According to Ilchert, the inspection also revealed that there were repeated instances of improper transfer and storage of flammable liquids, a lack of protective gear for workers and inadequately maintained electrical equipment. Workers were also exposed to an inordinate amount of combustible dust, according to OSHA’s report.

Established for more than 50 years, Lurie, Ilchert, Mac Donnell & Ryan LLP, located at 475 Park Avenue South (32nd Street) New York, NY, 10016, specializes in representing victims of all types of accidents including construction and demolition, falls from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs, automobiles, trains, and buses, babies with cerebral palsy and other brain damage, general medical malpractice, saws and electrical tools without guards, and slip and fall cases. For more information, call 212-685-7417 or visit www.limrlaw.com.

The hiring of a law firm is an important decision that should not be based solely upon advertisements. Before you decide, ask us to send you free written information about our qualifications and experience. This press release is designed for general information only. The information presented in this release should not be construed to be formal legal advice nor the formation of a lawyer/client relationship. Attorney Advertising. ]]> http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100326-145535 No Author Fri, 26 Mar 2010 18:55:58 GMT http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100326-145254
According to George W. Ilchert, Esq., a partner with Lurie, Ilchert, Mac Donnell and Ryan, LLP (http://www.limrlaw.com), a personal injury law firm with experience in construction accident cases, James Lomma and his companies New York Crane and Equipment Corp. and J.F. Lomma, Inc. have been named in an indictment related to the May, 2008 deaths of two New York construction workers.

James Lomma and a former company mechanic, Tibor Varganyi, were recently indicted in Manhattan Supreme Court on charges of reckless endangerment, assault, and criminally negligent homicide in relation to this horrible construction accident,” says Ilchert. “The accident, which occurred on March 15, 2008, involved giant crane which broke and mashed into an apartment building on the Upper East Side. As a result of the accident, two construction workers, Donald Leo and Ramadan Kurtaj, were killed and the apartment building was damaged.”

According to court documents, Varganyi, 65, selected a Chinese company to fix the crane's turntable, based on lower cost estimates and shorter repair time. Ultimately, Ilchert says, the repair failed, causing the upper part of the crane to break off and fall 200 feet to the ground.

“This horrible construction accident could have been prevented if basic measures had been taken,” says Ilchert. “Those prosecuting the case say that the evidence will show that the defendants were deceitful and not candid with the New York City Building Department and that this deceit ultimately cost two men their lives.”

Reports say that the defendants, on the other hand, say they used a reputable company in China and that the crane had been thoroughly inspected before it was put into use. Even building department officials, they say, signed off on it.

“We are sure that justice will be served and the courts will get to the bottom of this tragic construction accident,” says Ilchert. “However, the construction industry depends on strict adherence to the rules to ensure the safety of construction workers and the people of Manhattan. If the defendants’ negligence caused these deaths, then they should be held responsible.”

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Established for more than 50 years, Lurie, Ilchert, Mac Donnell & Ryan LLP, located at 475 Park Avenue South (32nd Street) New York, NY, 10016, specializes in representing victims of all types of accidents including construction and demolition, falls from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs, automobiles, trains, and buses, babies with cerebral palsy and other brain damage, general medical malpractice, saws and electrical tools without guards, and slip and fall cases. For more information, call 212-685-7417 or visit www.limrlaw.com.]]> http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100326-145254 No Author Fri, 26 Mar 2010 18:53:17 GMT http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100322-081346 New York personal injury lawyer, a 28-year-old construction worker at the World Trade Center construction site fell at least 14 feet and suffered serious injuries.

“Jose Jerez, a 28-year-old construction worker was seriously injured while working on a doorway, 100 feet above street level, when he plummeted about 14 feet, landing on a plywood floor inside the One World Trade Center building, which is currently under construction,” says George W. Ilchert, Esq., a partner with Lurie, Ilchert, Mac Donnell and Ryan, LLP (http://www.limrlaw.com), a personal injury law firm, experienced in construction injury cases, serving New York City and the entire tri-state region. “Reports state that Port Authority rescuers lifted the victim out from inside the building in a wire basket and used a hoist to lower him to street level. An FDNY ambulance took Jarez to Bellevue Hospital, where he was initially listed in serious condition.”

According to Ilchert, construction accidents can often be attributed to the carelessness of managers or other people running a job site.

“Construction companies must follow strict safety regulations to ensure the safety of workers and the public,” says Ilchert. “Although contractors, construction firms, and those charged with the safety of construction workers are not always to blame for such accidents, anyone who has been the victim of a construction should consult a personal injury attorney to ensure that a full investigation is conducted to determine responsibility.”

According to Ilchert, many factors must be taken into consideration when determining if a construction accident was the result of negligence, equipment failure or dangerous worksite conditions.

“Those injured in a construction accident may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses or pain and suffering following a personal injury, says Ilchert.

Established for more than 50 years, Lurie, Ilchert, Mac Donnell & Ryan LLP, located at 475 Park Avenue South (32nd Street) New York, NY, 10016, specializes in representing victims of all types of accidents including construction and demolition, falls from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs, automobiles, trains, and buses, babies with cerebral palsy and other brain damage, general medical malpractice, saws and electrical tools without guards, and slip and fall cases. For more information, call 212-685-7417 or visit www.limrlaw.com.

The hiring of a law firm is an important decision that should not be based solely upon advertisements. Before you decide, ask us to send you free written information about our qualifications and experience. This press release is designed for general information only. The information presented in this release should not be construed to be formal legal advice nor the formation of a lawyer/client relationship. Attorney Advertising. ]]> http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100322-081346 No Author Mon, 22 Mar 2010 12:14:09 GMT http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100317-113641 New York medical malpractice attorney, Manhattan cosmetic surgeon Dr. Keith Berman has been named in a lawsuit filed in response to a botched breast augmentation.
George W. Ilchert, Esq., a partner with Lurie, Ilchert, Mac Donnell and Ryan, LLP (http://www.limrlaw.com), a personal injury law firm with experience in Manhattan medical malpractice cases, says that a Staten Island woman has filed a medical malpractice suit following a breast implant surgery that resulted in deformities and caused pain, disability, loss of self-esteem, humiliation and embarrassment.

The plaintiff, Maria Alaimo, a 47-year-old mother of two, is seeking $5 million in damages from Dr. Keith Berman, a Manhattan plastic surgeon, after a 2003 breast implant surgery resulted in what is known as a “double-bubble” deformity.

“Essentially, the plaintiff turned to Dr. Berman to enhance her breasts to a 36C and, instead of a pair of better looking breasts, she ended up with four breasts,” says Ilchert. “Even though Dr. Berman conducted a second corrective procedure on her breasts, she was left with even more unsightly scarring and damage than the first time.”

According to reports, post-op photos show heavy scarring on Alaimo’s breasts, which appear to be flattened on the bottom and severely swollen on the top.

Dr. Berman, a cosmetic surgeon who has been practicing for 23 years and offers an array of services including breast enhancement and tummy tucks, contends that Alaimo knew the risks before going into surgery and his lawyers say that when it comes to breast augmentation, some bodies respond well to the procedure while others do not.

“Although a jury will decide whether or not Dr. Berman botched this surgery, Mrs. Alaimo is well within her rights to seek compensation for her pain and suffering,” says Ilchert. “That is why medical malpractice attorneys are here to help patients that believe they are victims of surgical errors.”

Established for more than 50 years, Lurie, Ilchert, Mac Donnell & Ryan LLP, located at 475 Park Avenue South (32nd Street) New York, NY, 10016, specializes in representing victims of all types of accidents including construction and demolition, falls from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs, automobiles, trains, and buses, babies with cerebral palsy and other brain damage, general medical malpractice, saws and electrical tools without guards, and slip and fall cases. For more information, call 212-685-7417 or visit www.limrlaw.com.

The hiring of a law firm is an important decision that should not be based solely upon advertisements. Before you decide, ask us to send you free written information about our qualifications and experience. This press release is designed for general information only. The information presented in this release should not be construed to be formal legal advice nor the formation of a lawyer/client relationship. Attorney Advertising. ]]> http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100317-113641 No Author Wed, 17 Mar 2010 15:37:04 GMT http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100314-122447
A New York personal injury lawyer says that five people were struck by an SUV after it suddenly accelerated while backing up in a church parking lot.

According to George W. Ilchert, Esq., a partner with Lurie, Ilchert, Mac Donnell and Ryan, LLP (http://www.limrlaw.com), a personal injury law firm with experience in New York auto accident cases, one person was killed and four others were injured when a sport utility vehicle (SUV) backed into five individuals in a Brooklyn church parking lot. Reports say that the SUV accelerated suddenly prior to impact.

“Police reports state that a 2010 Mercedes SUV was pulling out of a parking spot at the Pyeong Ahn Presbyterian Church in Brooklyn after dropping off a passenger, when it suddenly sped up and struck a group of pedestrians near the church’s playground,” says Ilchert. “The vehicle then continued backing up at an excessive rate of speed, hitting a fence and another vehicle before finally coming to a halt.”

According to Ilchert, the cause of the sudden acceleration is still unknown and authorities are still trying to piece together the cause of the accident using video from the church’s security cameras.

“Among the victims injured in the accident were three adults and two children,” says Ilchert. “Unfortunately, one of the adults suffered fatal injuries.”

Reports state that two children, ages one and 10, as well as two adults, ages 36 and 41, were transported by emergency medical service crews to Lutheran Medical Center for treatment. Their injuries were not deemed to be life threatening.

“It is still unknown whether or not the unidentified 72-year-old driver sustained any injuries in the accident and no charges have been filed,” says Ilchert. “With any accident, it is advised that victims call a professional personal injury lawyer to ensure that their rights are protected and that they receive any compensation that they may deserve.”

Established for more than 50 years, Lurie, Ilchert, Mac Donnell & Ryan LLP, located at 475 Park Avenue South (32nd Street) New York, NY, 10016, specializes in representing victims of all types of accidents including construction and demolition, falls from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs, automobiles, trains, and busses, babies with cerebral palsy and other brain damage, general medical malpractice, saws and electrical tools without guards, and slip and fall cases. For more information, call 212-685-7417 or visit www.limrlaw.com.

The hiring of a law firm is an important decision that should not be based solely upon advertisements. Before you decide, ask us to send you free written information about our qualifications and experience. This press release is designed for general information only. The information presented in this release should not be construed to be formal legal advice nor the formation of a lawyer/client relationship. Attorney Advertising.
]]> http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100314-122447 No Author Sun, 14 Mar 2010 16:25:10 GMT http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100314-122213
According to a partner from a leading New York personal injury law firm, recent lawsuits against Toyota Motor Corporation should raise awareness about vehicle safety issues and the risk of accidents associated with driving defective automobiles.

According to George W. Ilchert, Esq., a partner with Lurie, Ilchert, Mac Donnell and Ryan, LLP (http://www.limrlaw.com), a personal injury law firm with experience in New York wrongful death cases, massive recalls in the auto industry, prompted by issues that range from unintended acceleration to internal software problems in antilock brake systems, have affected millions of drivers and he says that automakers should pay particular attention to the rash of lawsuits that have been filed as a result of the Toyota scandal.

“The news coverage of Toyota's recent problems has led to increased concern among individuals worrying about the safety of their vehicles and the risk of accidents associated with driving defective cars,” says Ilchert. “The aftermath of a car accident can be confusing and overwhelming, regardless of how minor it is, and in those first few moments following a crash, it’s hard to know exactly what or who was at fault.”

This is why it is essential, Ilchert says, that anyone involved in a car accident seek the advice of an attorney with knowledge and experience in handling car accident cases.

“Late last year, Toyota's problems began with the recall of about 4.2 million vehicles because of a design flaw that caused gas pedals to become trapped under the floor mat. However, reports of unintended acceleration and stuck pedals, even in cases where the floor mats had been removed, continued to grow,” says Ilchert. “Most recently, the company recalled more than 3 million vehicles due to faulty accelerator pedals that cause unintentional acceleration and an additional 400,000 vehicles for antilock braking system failures.”

As a result, Ilchert says, drivers across the country are concerned and the lawsuits against Toyota are piling up.

“Not every car accident is the fault of the car maker,” says Ilchert, “but it is important that anyone involved in a car accident contact a personal injury lawyer with the knowledge necessary to determine responsibility. It is the only way to gain compensation and ensure that others are not hurt in the future.”

Established for more than 50 years, Lurie, Ilchert, Mac Donnell & Ryan LLP, located at 475 Park Avenue South (32nd Street) New York, NY, 10016, specializes in representing victims of all types of accidents including construction and demolition, falls from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs, automobiles, trains, and buses, babies with cerebral palsy and other brain damage, general medical malpractice, saws and electrical tools without guards, and slip and fall cases. For more information, call 212-685-7417 or visit www.limrlaw.com.

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A New York City attorney website has not been properly optimized if it ranks higher on a major search engine during a search for Texas attorneys than it does in a search for New York attorneys.

For the most part, anyone that has been injured in a car accident or is looking for a good criminal defense attorney is searching for one in the area in which they live or where the incident took place. That is why hiring an experienced SEO expert to target the right set of clients is the best way to generate more business for a law firm. READ FULL STORY


Copyright 2010 dzine it, inc. New York Web Design All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. ]]> http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100306-074056 No Author Sat, 06 Mar 2010 12:41:19 GMT http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100306-073842 New York medical malpractice lawyer says that a recent lawsuit challenging the way Guidant stents were marketed to the public, should put medical professionals on notice.

“A recent lawsuit alleges that the makers of stents, approved to treat digestive tract cancers, had been illegally marketing the product to treat blocked blood vessels in other parts of the body,” says George W. Ilchert, Esq., a partner with Lurie, Ilchert, Mac Donnell and Ryan, LLP (http://www.limrlaw.com), a personal injury law firm with experience in New York medical malpractice cases. “In the recently unsealed lawsuit, a company representative admits that that he had been trained to market the devices, known as biliary stents, to doctors for uses that were not approved by the Food and Drug Administration.”

According to Ilchert, this sort of practice can have dire consequences for patients who have turn to their physicians, and the pharmaceutical companies that they rely on, for help in treating blocked blood vessels. ]]> http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100306-073842 No Author Sat, 06 Mar 2010 12:39:05 GMT http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100306-072533
“Now that both Tiger Woods and David Letterman have apologized for their infidelity and seem to be moving forward with their lives, America seems to be waiting to find out what cheating celebrity will be caught next,” says Christopher Paoletti, Founder and President of Infidelity Investigations (www.infidelitypolice.com), a Connecticut private investigation firm that specializes in infidelity cases but also offers an array of private investigation services. “Cheaters are caught every day, but we rarely hear about it because they are just average Joes and, while their infidelity may not matter to the rest of the country, it certainly matters to their spouses.”

According to Paoletti, his company is proof that you don’t have to be a celebrity to get caught up in a cheating scandal. He explains that while his firm offers an array of private investigation services, the majority of its clients are spouses that suspect their significant other is fooling around behind their back.]]> http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100306-072533 No Author Sat, 06 Mar 2010 12:25:56 GMT http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100306-072320 criminal defense lawyers at the Connecticut law firm of Paoletti & Gusmano, say there are a number of qualities that set the best apart from the rest

According to Frederick D. Paoletti, Jr., Founding Principal of the law firm of Paoletti & Gusmano, (www.paolettilaw.net), a criminal defense law firm that has been defending the rights of Connecticut residents for nearly two decades, there are certain things a person must look for if they want to hire the best criminal defense attorney.

“A good criminal defense attorney is one that has a proven track record of success and an unequaled commitment to client services,” says Paoletti. “First and foremost, your attorney has to know their stuff and be familiar with police procedure.” ]]> http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100306-072320 No Author Sat, 06 Mar 2010 12:23:43 GMT http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100306-072051 Manhattan personal injury lawyer says that a recent construction accident, in which a worker fell eight stories, sheds light on the dangers of working at construction sites.

“Although a 29-year-old New York construction worker is alive after falling eight stories and landing on scaffolding, his story is one that everyone in the construction industry needs to pay attention to,” says George W. Ilchert, Esq., a partner with Lurie, Ilchert, Mac Donnell and Ryan, LLP (http://www.limrlaw.com), a personal injury law firm with experience in New York construction accident litigation. “The dangers that construction workers face on the job cannot be ignored.” READ FULL STORY]]> http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100306-072051 No Author Sat, 06 Mar 2010 12:21:14 GMT http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100306-071737 New York construction accident attorney says that in 2009, there were fewer fatalities from NYC construction accidents than ever before.

According to George W. Ilchert, Esq., a partner with Lurie, Ilchert, Mac Donnell and Ryan, LLP (http://www.limrlaw.com), a personal injury law firm with experience in Manhattan construction accident litigation, New York City construction-related fatalities dropped substantially in 2009.

“Last year, there were only three workers who died as a result of construction accidents,” says Ilchert. “In 2008, 19 construction accident fatalities were reported. That is an incredible 84 percent decrease in the number of people killed in construction accidents.”

According to Ilchert, there were 12 construction workers killed on the job in 2007, while there were 18 construction accident fatalities in 2006. In fact, he notes, the number of construction accident fatalities in 2009 were the fewest ever. READ FULL STORY]]> http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry100306-071737 No Author Sat, 06 Mar 2010 12:18:00 GMT http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry091120-054744 Law Firm, a New York personal injury law firm that specializes in medical malpractice cases.

Online PR News – 16-November-2009 – According to the medical malpractice experts at the law firm of Lurie, Ilchert, Mac Donnell and Ryan, LLP (http://www.limrlaw.com), a leading New York City injury law firm that champions for the rights of those who have suffered as a result of misdiagnosed illnesses, if a patient is experiencing symptoms that are serious in nature, it is imperative that a rapid and accurate diagnosis is given.

"When an individual is seriously ill, time is of the essence and a missed diagnosis can cause irreparable damage or harm," says George W. Ilchert, Esq., a partner with the Lurie Law Firm.

"When someone puts their health in the hands of an experienced health care professional, they should expect a proper diagnoses and treatment so they can get well and move on with their life."

Ilchert says that although health care professionals are trained to provide quality care, mistakes can and will be made. Unfortunately, such mistakes can put a patient’s health in jeopardy.

"If a failure to diagnose a health condition properly is proven in the court of law and that negligence leads to injury or death, the patient has certain legal rights to collect damages," says Ilchert. "If you or someone you know has been involved in a New York failure to diagnose case, it is important to reach out to an experienced medical malpractice attorney."

Established for more than 50 years, Lurie, Ilchert, Mac Donnell & Ryan LLP, is a New York Personal Injury law firm, specializing in representing victims of all types of accidents including construction and demolition, falls from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs, automobiles, trains, and busses, babies with cerebral palsy and other brain damage, general medical malpractice, saws and electrical tools without guards, and slip and fall cases. For more information, call 1-800-679-4227 or visit www.limrlaw.com.]]> http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry091120-054744 No Author Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:48:07 GMT http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry091120-054610
Buffalo, NY (Lexis Nexis/PRWEB ) November 17, 2009 -- New York law firm Cellino & Barnes has won a $3.25 million personal injury settlement for its clients who were injured on the job in a truck accident. The Buffalo Department of Street Sanitation employees were performing their duties when a truck ran a red light and broadsided their vehicle. The sanitation workers were seriously injured in the resulting accident, and Cellino & Barnes lawyer Michael Cooper filed a personal injury lawsuit (002399/2006) in the 8th Judicial District of the New York Supreme Court in Erie County.

The plaintiffs suffered back, knee, neck and head injuries. "Both of our clients in this case underwent spinal fusion surgeries," personal injury attorney Cooper said. "The insurance company for the defendant did not want to settle, despite the severity of my clients' injuries." Cooper entered into an alternative dispute resolution process, seeking a settlement or a trial. "I negotiated vigorously in the ADR over an eighteen-month period," Cooper said, adding that he met with the judge and the defense lawyer over a dozen times on his clients' behalf. "When the defense finally understood that I was prepared to go to trial, they agreed to my settlement demands."

"Our firm's attorney Michael Cooper prepared the cases for trial and hired the best accident reconstruction experts in the country," law firm partner Stephen Barnes said. "As a result of our attorney's thorough preparation and persistence, the insurance companies ultimately agreed to his settlement demand of $1.75 million and $1.5 million, respectively." Firm partner Ross Cellino added, "Lawyer Michael Cooper's determination to proceed to trial was a key to the successful outcome of this serious personal injury case."

About Cellino & Barnes
Cellino & Barnes is a New York personal injury law firm with offices in Buffalo, Rochester, Melville, Garden City and Manhattan. Cellino & Barnes focuses strictly on personal injury cases, including auto accidents, medical malpractice, construction accidents, and premises liability claims. For more information about Cellino & Barnes visit www.CellinoandBarnes.com or contact the firm at (800) 483-2050.

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Queens, NY (NewYorkInjuryNews.com) – A kite string almost cost a Queen’s teenager his life when the kite razor-sharp string slit his throat in October 2009, announced the New York Post.

The teenage skateboarder, identified as “Jared”, was skating outside his home in Flushing, New York when he was clotheslined by a downed kite string. The kite’s string was lined with encrusted glass and sliced open the boy’s throat from ear to ear.

Jared collapsed to the ground with the wire ingrained in his neck. Neighbors rushed to his aid. The two good Samaritans turned the gravely injured boy over, while another man used his own shirt to tie around his neck to slow the bleeding. Jared was rushed to a local hospital where he required 400 to 500 stitches. Two of the teens lymph nodes were also lost in the tragic incident.

The boy’s parents are suing New York City and for even permitting the kite flying activity to be allowed in Flushing Meadows Park. The family is also suing the co-op complex for not immediately removing the hazardous wire that was left lying low between the two buildings.

Investigating police located the dangerous kite on the roof where it lay with 300 years of razor-sharp line. The family’s attorney stated that the New York City should be aware of the kite festivals that are occurring in Queens Park, which were motivated by the book and movie “The Kite Runner”.

The sport of kite-fighting — featured in the book and movie– is a sport largely played in South Asia and is a popular pastime in Afghanistan and Pakistan. The goal of game is for one of the two battling kites to cut the other persons kite down first with the sharp-glass-encrusted kite string, according to Wikipedia.

The lawsuit stated that power drills are used to reel in the sharp wire. People continue to battle the kites in Flushing Meadows Corona Park. Jared’s family filed the lawsuit in Queens Supreme Court to seek unspecified damages.

Bridget Hom

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A lawsuit has been filed in federal court seeking compensation from a natural gas drilling company operating in Dimock Township, Susquehanna County.
Fifteen families living on one township road, an area that has been identified by state environmental regulators as having contaminated drinking water infused with methane, filed the suit in order to force Cabot Oil & Gas to repair alleged damage to their properties “as a consequence of drilling for natural gas,” said the law firm that is representing the families in a statement.
A press conference will be held Friday morning at the entrance of a natural gas well pad on Carter Road to officially announce the court action.
The legal complaint is mostly centered on the methane contamination that actually afflicted a nine-square mile area, according to environmental regulators.
Carter Road is home to some of the residences that are now being provided drinking water by the natural gas operator since ordered by the state environmental regulator to do so after it was found that their wells were polluted with methane. One well literally exploded on New Year’s Day.
Methane is the principal component of natural gas, and it can be dislodged from its underground reserves if a natural gas operator fails to properly contain it.
Houston-based Cabot Oil & Gas has extensively drilled for natural gas in the township and the surrounding area. A company spokesperson was unavailable for comment on Thursday.
On November 4, the state Department of Environmental Protection fined the company $120,000 for allowing methane to enter the local drinking water aquifer. The extent of the contamination was discovered after the well exploded on New Year’s Day.
“These families entered into gas lease agreements with Cabot Oil & Gas. ... These lease agreements allowed Cabot to extract natural gas from beneath their properties in exchange for monetary compensation,” according to the statement. “These families, like so many others who signed leases, had high hopes for a better future with the revenue this activity was supposed to provide.”
The families are being represented by Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Firm, a prominent New York City-based firm that has litigated several civil-rights cases, and Zarwin Baum Devito Kaplan Schaer Toddy, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
“It’s the little guy standing up for themselves, and they left a mess” said Michael Lebron, a spokesperson for the litigants. “It’s David versus Goliath.”
Six Carter Road residents are expected to speak at Friday’s press conference, along with two of their attorneys.
The complaint asks that the company return their well water to its original state prior to gas drilling.
The families are further suing the company “for their loss of property value, emotional distress, and personal injury,” according to the statement. ip]]> http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry091120-054257 No Author Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:43:20 GMT http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry091114-083602 criminal defense attorneys at the Connecticut law firm of Paoletti & Gusmano, say that the chances of being picked up on a drinking and driving charge increase this time of year.

According to Frederick D. Paoletti, Jr., Founding Principal of the law firm of Paoletti & Gusmano, (http://www.paolettilaw.net), a criminal defense law firm that specializes in Connecticut DWI and DUI cases, many Connecticut drivers are at risk for being arrested this holiday season for driving under the influence, even if they don’t plan on drinking alcohol.

“Many people don’t realized that after they get pulled over, it is common for law enforcement officials to misinterpret the results of a field sobriety test and they can even influence blood alcohol concentration readings from a Breathalyzer,” says Paoletti. “Driving while under the influence is a serious traffic violation that can result in heavy penalties, even for first-time offenders in Connecticut. Understanding and dismissing some of the most common myths about driving under the influence can help you avoid that kind of trouble during the upcoming holiday season.”

According to Paoletti, one of the most common myths about DUI is that the smell of alcohol on your breath is proof of alcohol consumption or intoxication.

“Unfortunately, many law enforcement officers use the smell of alcohol as a gauge to determine if a driver has been drinking,” says Paoletti. “The truth is, alcohol is odorless and the odor more often comes from the ingredients found in alcoholic beverages. For example, a person who drinks a non-alcoholic beer will smell the same as someone who consumes a beer containing alcohol.”

Similarly, he says, the body naturally produces enough alcohol, particularly among smokers and diabetics, to fail a breathalyzer test in Connecticut, even if they’ve not had a drop of alcohol to drink.

“Breathalyzer tests are actually inaccurate thirty percent of the time,” says Paoletti. “The only way to get an accurate reading is through a blood test.”

In fact, Paoletti says that studies have shown that alcohol concentration in the breath can vary considerably and when an officer tells an individual to blow harder into a breathalyzer machine, the chances of getting the most concentrated levels of alcohol, from the bottom of the lungs, is greater.

“This puts individuals at serious risk when it comes to their rights,” says Paoletti. “If you or someone you love is pulled over this holiday season and accused of DUI, be sure to understand the truth about DUI testing and, if arrested, call a professional criminal defense attorney or DUI law firm that specializes in such cases.”

Established in 1990, the law firm of Paoletti & Gusmano, (http://www.paolettilaw.net), located at 3301 Main Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06606, specializes in Connecticut criminal defense law and Connecticut personal injury law. Paoletti & Gusmano Attorneys at Law assist clients throughout Connecticut, including cities in Fairfield and New Haven counties such as Bridgeport, Danbury, Darien, Easton, Fairfield, Greenwich, New Canaan, New Fairfield, Newtown, Redding, Shelton, Sherman, Stratford, Weston, Westport, Wilton, Beacon Falls, Branford, Cheshire, East Haven, Guilford, Hamden, Madison, Meriden, Middlebury, Milford, Naugatuck, New Haven, North Branford, Prospect, Seymour, Wallingford, Waterbury, and Woodbridge. For more information and a free consultation call (203) 371-1000. ]]> http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry091114-083602 No Author Sat, 14 Nov 2009 13:36:25 GMT http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry091029-183014
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Tel.800.658.1057]]> http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry091029-183014 No Author Thu, 29 Oct 2009 22:30:37 GMT http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry091027-091208 Lurie Law Firm, a top New York accident injury law firm, says that there are a number of ways to avoid accidents involving pedestrians and automobiles.

According to George W. Ilchert, Esq., a partner with the New York personal injury law firm of Lurie, Ilchert, Mac Donnell and Ryan, LLP (http://www.limrlaw.com), pedestrian accidents are one of the most common and most damaging automobile-related accidents.

“When a motor vehicle hits a pedestrian there exists the potential for more serious injury than in any other automobile accident,” says Ilchert, “because the victim is unprotected by all of the safety features found in a car.”

A pedestrian is a sitting duck, says Ilchert, which is why drivers and pedestrians need to follow a set of simple safety rules to avoid such accidents.

Ilchert offers the following tips to pedestrians to avoid injury:

• Pedestrians should only cross the street using marked crosswalks and never cross in the middle of the street or between cars. They should follow any crosswalk signals, as well, and never cross until the sign directs them to do so.

• When using crosswalks, Pedestrians should be sure that no motorists are turning into their path.

• Pedestrians should always watch for traffic while crossing the street and always look both ways before crossing.

• Pedestrians should never run into the street or assume that cars will stop for them.

For drivers to avoid pedestrian accidents, Ilchert offers these tips:

• Drivers should always keep their eyes peeled and remember that they can encounter pedestrians anywhere. Before passing through crosswalks, even if they have a green light, drivers should be sure that pedestrians are not attempting to cross.

• Drivers should always be aware of traffic controls and yield to pedestrians that may already be crossing the road.

• Drivers should never assume that a pedestrian can see them coming.

“Pedestrians and drivers have a shared responsibility when it comes to avoiding pedestrian accidents,” says Ilchert.

Established for more than 50 years, Lurie, Ilchert, Mac Donnell & Ryan LLP, located at 475 Park Avenue South (32nd Street) New York, NY, 10016, specializes in representing victims of all types of accidents including construction accidents and demolition, falls from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs, automobiles, trains, and busses, babies with cerebral palsy and other brain damage, general medical malpractice, saws and electrical tools without guards, and slip and fall cases. For more information, call 1-800-679-4227 or visit www.limrlaw.com. ]]> http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry091027-091208 No Author Tue, 27 Oct 2009 13:12:31 GMT http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry091023-183543
Jackson, Mississippi (WiredPRNews.com) - Carla Hughes, a 28-year-old former middle school teacher in Jackson, Mississippi, was found guilty of capitol murder Wednesday and sentenced to life in prison. Hughes was charged with killing 27-year-old Avis Banks and her unborn child in 2006. Banks, who was five months pregnant, was shot 4 times and then stabbed.

Prosecutor Michael Guest alleged that Hughes killed Banks in order to be with her fiancé, Keyon Pittman, who refused to leave Banks, whom he was sharing a home with at the time of the murder. Hughes was previously an honor student and described throughout the trial as having a kind nature, which left many in disbelief that she would commit such a heinous crime. The accomplished Hughes had been on the Dean’s list, won numerous awards and contests, and was known to many in her community as a humanitarian. One witness who took the stand described her as a peacemaker.

The parents of the slain woman, Frederick and Debra Banks, reached out and hugged the mother of Carla Hughes after the sentence was handed down. Both say they have no animosity toward Hughes or her family and are satisfied with the sentence. Hughes is not eligible for parole and is set to spend the rest of her life in prison.

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New York (WiredPRNews.com) – Pop icon Madonna is being sued by her neighbor for alleged noise violations. As reported by AFP, a woman who lives below the singer in her New York apartment recently filed suit with the New York State Supreme Court.

The lawsuit filed by Karen George is quoted in the report as alleging, “Madonna and one or more of her invited guests repeatedly dance and train… to unreasonably high-decibel, amplified music, causing noise and vibration to pour through the walls, ceilings and radiators.”

The suit further claims, “Ms. George has been forced to endure blaring music, stomping and shaking walls for approximately one and a half to three hours each day.”

Madonna has reportedly been threatened with eviction by the building board if the noise issue is not resolved.]]> http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry091023-183514 No Author Fri, 23 Oct 2009 22:35:37 GMT http://www.law-firm-news.com/index.php?entry=entry091023-183427
Colorado (WiredPRNews.com) – Last week, authorities were frantically searching for a young boy believed to have floated away in a giant balloon. Now authorities are stating the incident was part of a plan devised by his parents to help the family land a reality television show. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the parents of Falcon Heene, Richard and Mayumi Heene, may be charged with a felony for the alleged hoax.

Larimer County Sheriff Jim Alderden is quoted by the AP as stating of the six year old child’s whereabouts during the five hours authorities were searching for him, “For all we know he may have been two blocks down the road playing on the swing in the city park.”

Authorities are still investigating the matter.
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Washington (WiredPRNews.com) – Doing away with capital punishment can potentially save states in the U.S. hundreds of millions of dollars annually, according to a new study released Tuesday. As reported by AFP, the study found that the costs of executions, even those which are not carried out, significantly deplete state budgets and take funding away from more imperative program needs.

Richard Dieter, author of the study and director of the Death Penalty Information Center, is quoted by AFP as stating of the issue, “It is doubtful in today’s economic climate that any legislature would introduce the death penalty if faced with the reality that each execution would cost taxpayers 25 million dollars, or that the state might spend more than 100 million dollars over several years and produce few or no executions.”

Dieter is further quoted as stating of the issue, “Further down the road, only one in ten of the death sentences handed down may result in an execution. Hence, the cost to the state to reach that one execution is 30 million dollars… There is no reason the death penalty should be immune from reconsideration, along with other wasteful, expensive programs that no longer make sense.”

As noted in the report, a recent poll suggests that 65 percent of people in the U.S. remain in favor of capital punishment.

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