Read Top Government Headlines and Articles from http://governmentprnews.com en-us http://governmentprnews.com/rss_feeds.htm http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/illinois-to-require-insurers-to-cover-therapy-for-kids-106692.htm Sat, 04 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Insurance companies have historically covered only rehabilitative services to help people regain lost speech and movement skills. A new law requires insurers to cover children with disorders including Down syndrome, autism and cerebral palsy. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/dramatic-increase-in-truck-weight-limits-proposed-106699.htm Sat, 04 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT The coalition's focus is on a proposed increase in truck weight limits from 80,000 pounds to 97,000 pounds, an increase of more than 21 percent. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/bankruptcy-the-differences-between-chapter-7-and-chapter-13-106718.htm Sat, 04 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT There are two main types of bankruptcy filed by those with consumer debt: Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. The best type for any individual will depend on that person's current financial situation. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/kids-come-first-in-new-york-when-parents-relocate-106757.htm Sat, 04 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Moving to a new state is complicated enough, but especially difficult for divorced parents with custody of the children. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/wrongful-death-and-recovery-rights-of-children-in-minnesota-106759.htm Sat, 04 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT When someone loses their life as the result of another's negligent acts, the family has a right, under Wrongful Death laws, to recover for the lost life. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/severe-injuries-caused-by-motorcycle-accidents-106760.htm Sat, 04 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Riding a motorcycle gives you a sense of freedom, however, it can also be dangerous. Some of the most serious motorcycle-related injuries involve the head, chest and spine, and may be life-lasting. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/workers-compensation-benefits-for-union-workers-in-pennsylvania-106762.htm Sat, 04 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT All United States employees have the right to receive workers' compensation benefits for injuries. Union workers are also entitled to additional benefits provided to them by their labor organization. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/expunction-of-criminal-records-in-texas-106761.htm Sat, 04 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT People who were arrested for a crime, but not convicted, may be able to clear their records through expunction or nondisclosure orders in Texas. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/rapid-response-biodecon-launches-two-new-websites-to-raise-awareness-106717.htm Sat, 04 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Central Florida's Crime and Trauma Scene Clean Up Specialists, Rapid Response BioDecon, launch two new websites in their continuing campaign to ensure individuals, families and businesses are able to find help when faced with a difficult situation. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/craigs-list-entrapment-106734.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT As a criminal lawyer who practices in Orlando and Central Florida. I have handled many prostitution, assignation, and solicitation cases. I am constantly questioned by escorts who may or may not engage in prostitution the following question: DID THE POLICE ENTRAP ME? http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/just-got-in-an-accident-and-arrested-for-drunk-driving-106737.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Often time's people who get arrested for causing an accident while allegedly drunk will call and ask me what will happen to them based on the fact that there was an accident with people that may have been injured. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/escort-stings-106738.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT In the age of the Internet, there has been a proliferation of escort Web sites and directories. Some of the most common being Eros, CityVibe, Craig's List, The Erotic Review. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/expungement-is-it-truly-a-clean-slate-106741.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT The nice thing about expunging your record is that the law allows you to legally deny ever being arrested and you won't get into any legal trouble for denying your charges that were expunged, subject to certain statutory exceptions. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/injured-by-a-drunk-driver-what-do-you-do-106743.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT For injured victims, family members, and friends of those who have been killed or injured as a result of a drunk or drugged driver the first task is processing what has happened. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/marijuana-what-is-it-and-is-it-legal-in-the-state-of-florida-106747.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Hiring a lawyer is a good idea if you are arrested or charged with possession of marijuana as it can be a felony if you are caught possessing more than 20 grams of the plant. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/what-to-do-after-a-car-accident-106779.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT If you drive a motor vehicle the chances are good that you will be involved in an accident at some point in your life. Even the best drivers cannot control the behavior of others on the road. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/the-fear-of-losing-it-all-can-be-greater-than-reality-106529.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT People experiencing financial pressures often feel paralyzed by the fear of losing everything. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/chrysler-gm-bankruptcy-consumers-are-left-out-106530.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT The current Chrysler and GM bankruptcy plan eliminates consumer safety protections and shifts the safety burden to individual drivers, state governments and the federal government. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/more-trucking-accidents-in-texas-than-any-other-state-106531.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT More people were killed in crashes involving large trucks in Texas than in any other state in 2007. Over 10 percent of people killed in US truck crashes died in Texas. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/follow-the-rules-when-fishing-in-utah-this-summer-106532.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is working to reduce non-native fish populations and manage desired fish species in Strawberry Creek with targeted regulations. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/seeking-a-divorce-and-financial-independence-in-a-down-economy-106533.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT When the economy is down and debt loads are high, many people believe they cannot survive without their spouse's income and therefore opt to remain in unhappy marriages. There are better options. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/hours-of-service-laws-and-falsified-trucking-logs-106534.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Driver fatigue is one of the most common causes of trucking accidents; hours of service laws strive to combat driver exhaustion by limiting the amount of time truck drivers can spend on the road. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/prosecutor-asks-for-cameras-for-dui-cops-106535.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Cook County's top Traffic Court prosecutor has asked the Chicago Police Department to supply video-camera-equipped squad cars to officers who make frequent drunk driving arrests. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/supreme-court-redefines-warrantless-searches-106536.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT The Supreme Court has redefined warantless searches. Meaning, a warrantless search of the vehicle can no longer be justified on the grounds of enhancing officer safety. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/arrested-for-murder-at-13-exonerated-at-30-106537.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT A young man was arrested for murder at 13 years old and convicted at 14. For this crime he was given a 50 year prison sentence. Now, though, more than 16 years later, his conviction has been vacated. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/nursing-home-liability-106621.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Knowledge is indeed power and can help identify those facilities which provide the care you or your loved one are entitled to receive while holding those that do not accountable. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/the-auto-insurance-verbal-threshold-option-106623.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT The selection you make on your auto insurance policy will affect your legal rights to receive fair compensation from the careless driver who caused the accident. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/selecting-automobile-insurance-for-you-and-your-family-106624.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT The following is offered as a summary of the laws and pitfalls to avoid surrounding the selection of automobile insurance, along with recommendations as to the coverage which consumers should select. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/russell-a-krause-joins-the-ranks-of-leading-professionals-106680.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Russell A. Krause has worked in the government sector for 30 years http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/riskwatch-and-kraasecurity-launch-new-managed-service-for-risk-assessments-106466.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT The new Managed Service offered by this partnership dramatically increases the distribution capabilities of the RiskWatch software to clients in all industries for a easy monthly fee. It includes new web-based surveys. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/human-rights-activists-and-german-media-concerned-over-the-kazakhstans-criminal-hiding-in-vienna-106706.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Human Rights Activists and German Media Concerned Over the Kazakhstan's Criminal Hiding in Vienna http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/craig-goldenfarb-donates-bulletproof-vests-to-protect-teenage-police-explorers-106373.htm Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Craig Goldenfarb, a local personal injury lawyer, donated two bulletproof vests to the Palm Beach Gardens Police Department to protect high school Police Explorers during "ride alongs" with officers on active duty. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/the-stewart-law-firm-honored-for-crime-victim-service-106386.htm Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT The Stewart Law Firm, P.L.L.C. has received an Outstanding Service Award in recognition for the firm's service and commitment to victims of crime from Crime Victims First. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/icaptivate-introduces-ceo-publicity-to-entrepreneurs-worldwide-106447.htm Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Now CEO's will become Celebrities in their own right - Now The Corporate World Has Entertainment Publicists At Their Own Beckoning Call http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/billy-d-blair-joins-ranks-of-leading-professionals-106561.htm Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Billy D. Blair recognized for 32 years of professional excellence http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/law-enforcement-leader-msgt-tonya-j-goldasich-added-to-the-cambridge-whos-who-network-106578.htm Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT M/Sgt. Tonya J. Goldasich demonstrates 24 years of professional excellence http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/bill-banks-president-integrated-solutions-management-speaking-at-itsmf-usa-fusion-2009-106353.htm Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Enterprise Governance in a Virtual World: This session will identify six (6) of the most significant IT management challenges introduced or complicated by virtualization. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/doit-yourself-immigration-law-can-backfire-106401.htm Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT This articles examines some of the disasters that can occur with do-it-yourself immigration. Arguably the most complex area of law in the world has many traps. Lives, families, and careers are routinely destroyed daily with simple errors. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/antismoking-regulations-today-may-have-roots-in-nazi-policies-106425.htm Thu, 02 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT When examined in relation to known history, the anti-smoking policies of today may have their origins in Nazi Germany. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/a-primer-on-crossexamination-of-defense-experts-106359.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Every trial lawyer knows it--a case can be won or lost on the cross of your opponent's expert. Most attorneys have the skills for a basic cross-examination, but this article provides an additional framework for effective cross-examination of expert witnesses at both deposition and trial. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/the-fight-over-prop-m-may-not-be-over-yet-106209.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT In May, the court issued its ruling on the controversial changes to San Francisco's Rent Stabilization and Arbitration Ordinance -- a decision that was not a clear-cut victory for either side. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/the-impact-of-shoplifting-charges-on-immigration-status-106210.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT If you are in the US on a visa, you should take care to follow the law. Any criminal charges against you can serve as grounds to revoke your visa and send you home. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/new-jersey-requires-nursing-home-bed-upgrades-106211.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT In April, New Jersey Governor Jon Corzine signed a bill requiring the state's nursing homes to provide residents with pressure-relieving mattresses that prevent bedsores. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/divorce-the-collaborative-approach-in-texas-106212.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Through the collaborative method, a husband and wife reach a mutually agreed upon divorce settlement agreement, as an alternative to costly divorce litigation. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/new-developments-in-california-rape-shield-laws-106213.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Earlier this year a California court of appeals unexpectedly overturned the conviction of a serial sex offender, relying upon an unusual interpretation of the Evidence Code. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/federal-law-increases-severity-of-penalties-for-mortgage-fraud-106214.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Congress recently changed the scope of the federal fraud laws, resulting in enhanced penalties for individuals convicted of mortgage fraud and expanded enforcement efforts. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/protect-your-texas-commercial-drivers-license-106215.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Even traffic tickets in Texas can have dire consequences on your ability to retain your commercial driving privileges and in turn on your capacity to earn your living. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/keep-summertime-swimming-safe-106216.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT While a swimming pool is a great place for families and friends to have summertime fun, dangers can lurk beneath its surface. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/think-before-posting-106217.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT For many young adults, Facebook has become an extension of private life. Unfortunately, the public nature of the Internet has left some of these users facing unexpected consequences. http://governmentprnews.com/government_articles/2009/07/police-bust-21-students-in-university-drug-sweep-106218.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT Several students at the University of Illinois face both legal and academic sanctions following a police crackdown targeting drug sales on campus.