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4 Dec 0001, 4:00 pm
On February 19, Associated Press reported that Hera McLeod, mother of a 15-month-old boy who drowned while in his father’s care, is suing the psychologist who suggested the visitation. The court-ordered unsupervised visitation came after Margaret Wong, a psychologist who evaluated the boy’s father, told the judge that visitation would be appropriate.
Now, the boy’s mother alleges professional negligence in a wrongful death suit against Wong. The attorney representing… [read post]
4 Dec 0001, 4:00 pm
By Michael Reiter, Attorney at Law
Too many people go to law school with goals that are not necessarily, in my humble opinion, conducive to being happy, productive member of the legal community. Before considering spending money to become an attorney, no matter the path, young people in the United States should ask themselves, “Why do I want to be a lawyer?” Law can be a difficult profession, not at all like what you might see in television and the movies. One thing… [read post]
20 May 2013, 8:39 pm
According to AccessGeorgia.com, the E. coli O157:H7 outbreak in Stephens County, Georgia has grown to 11 confirmed cases linked to the BBQ Shack in Toccoa, Georgia.
“The Georgia Department of Public Health (GDPH), the North Health District, and the Stephens County Health Department continue to investigate an outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections that occurred during early May,” said District 2 Public Health spokesman Dave Palmer.
Palmer said 10 of the cases were Georgia residents, while… [read post]
20 May 2013, 8:34 pm
According to AccessGeorgia.com, the E. coli O157:H7 outbreak in Stephens County, Georgia has grown to 11 confirmed cases linked to the BBQ Shack in Toccoa, Georgia.
“The Georgia Department of Public Health (GDPH), the North Health District, and the Stephens County Health Department continue to investigate an outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 infections that occurred during early May,” said District 2 Public Health spokesman Dave Palmer.
Palmer said 10 of the cases were Georgia residents, while… [read post]
20 May 2013, 5:58 pm
By the way, I think they should rename Salmonella I:4,5,12:i:- to Salmonella Firefly.
According to a report released by the Health Department, as of May 5, 2013 at least 196 patrons and 4 employees of Firefly who consumed food and/or drinks at the Firefly restaurant during April 21-26, 2013 have been determined to be confirmed or probable cases of Salmonella infection.
Thus far, surveillance for additional cases revealed 200 people who became ill after eating at Firefly during April 21-26,… [read post]
20 May 2013, 3:48 pm
Many aspects of the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) are set to take effect this year. Expectedly, this is causing certain groups to make dubious claims about the effect the law will have on businesses and the “tyranny” of requiring health insurance. Those who support the law are doing a decent job of reminding that the goal of the law is actually to lower costs--and there are signs that the goal will be met over the long-term.
But it is also crucial not to forget a second aspect of… [read post]
20 May 2013, 3:34 pm
Outbreak may be over, but state officials say cases demonstrate dangers of eating raw dairy products
At least 25 Minnesotans have been sickened with salmonellosis linked to eating a raw Mexican-style cheese, queso fresco, state health officials said. The outbreak illustrates the dangers of consuming unpasteurized dairy products.
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) and the City of Minneapolis have been investigating the outbreak and the source of… [read post]
20 May 2013, 3:25 pm
WNCN reports that a Salmonella outbreak stemming from a Fayetteville hotel has now reached 70 possible cases, 12 of which are out of state. The Cumberland County Department of Public Health says 70 people have reported signs or symptoms consistent with salmonella infections. Five people have been hospitalized.
All seem to have eaten at the All American Sports Bar and Grill and The Café Bordeaux within the Holiday Inn Fayetteville – Bordeaux on Owen Drive. The hotel’s… [read post]
20 May 2013, 3:24 pm
North Carolina:
WNCN reports that a Salmonella outbreak stemming from a Fayetteville hotel has now reached 70 possible cases, 12 of which are out of state. The Cumberland County Department of Public Health says 70 people have reported signs or symptoms consistent with salmonella infections. Five people have been hospitalized.
All seem to have eaten at the All American Sports Bar and Grill and The Café Bordeaux within the Holiday Inn Fayetteville – Bordeaux on Owen Drive. The… [read post]
20 May 2013, 3:16 pm
WTAW reports that the Brazos County Health Department reports the source of 10 recent E. coli infections was ground beef served at a local restaurant. However, the Department has not yet named the restaurant.
Investigators believe five confirmed cases and five probable cases made up an isolated incident and is not an ongoing threat to public health. It is not known if the cause was due to improper temperature, improper cooking, or cross-contamination.
The health department says the… [read post]
20 May 2013, 3:11 pm
WNCN reports that a Salmonella outbreak stemming from a Fayetteville hotel has now reached 70 possible cases, 12 of which are out of state. The Cumberland County Department of Public Health says 70 people have reported signs or symptoms consistent with salmonella infections. Five people have been hospitalized.
All seem to have eaten at the All American Sports Bar and Grill and The Café Bordeaux within the Holiday Inn Fayetteville – Bordeaux on Owen Drive. The hotel’s… [read post]
20 May 2013, 1:49 pm
Immigration reform is a contentious issue. We have been tracking the immigration reform proposed by the Senate Group of 8. Our Senator, Marco Rubio has been very involved in this effort. The proposal earmarks funds to beef up border security to stem the flow of undocumented immigrants. Another major part of the proposal is a path to citizenship for the more than 11 million undocumented immigrants currently in the United States.1986 Amnesty
The path to legal residency and citizenship is the most… [read post]
20 May 2013, 1:45 pm
Connecticut Train Crash Highlights Rail Dangers, But Also Improvements in Rail Safety
Back in the 1980's there was a radio commercial encouraging people to "take the train to the plane." If you think about it even a little bit, the tune will come to you. New York City is well known for its subway trains and trains leading to other parts of the country. The Metro-North Railroad line runs between New York City and New Haven, Connecticut. This rail line transports around 30,000 people every day. … [read post]
20 May 2013, 1:01 pm
A large boat carrying four passengers caught fire off Egmont Key in St. Petersburg Sunday.
The passengers on board ended up in the water and were picked up by another boater.
According to the coast guard, it is unclear at this time what started the fire on the 42-foot Hatteras.
Spectators said that all you could see from the shore was huge plumes of black smoke.
The fire burned the boat to the waterline, and then it sank. Coast Guard officials have warned others in the area that it is a… [read post]
20 May 2013, 12:36 pm
One reason corporate structures were created was to protect individual business owners and related entities from personal liability. Unfortunately, some parties take advantage of the corporate structure by acting improperly or in breach of contract, believing there will be no personal recourse. This creates problems for individuals victimized by these companies and, just as importantly, [...] [read post]
20 May 2013, 12:01 pm
Honoring Our Federal Defenders The Federal Bar AssociationInvites youto an event honoringOur Federal Defenders~ Introduction by ~The Honorable Chief Judge Carol Bagley AmonUnited States District Court Judge for the Eastern District of New York~ Role of the Federal Defender Conducted By ~Loretta E. LynchUnited States Attorney for the Eastern District of New York~With remarks by~David PattonExecutive Director and Attorney-in-Chief of the Federal DefendersDate:May 20, 2013, 5:30pmReception to… [read post]
20 May 2013, 11:53 am
How can your lawyer screw up your case? Let me count the ways. Here are three examples.
Benjamin A. Post v. St. Paul Travelers Ins. Co., a United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit decided July 31, 2012, is a reported decision where attorney Post represented a hospital as a defendant in a medical malpractice case. He made the decision to redact portions of the hospital's medical policies, to the detriment of the defendant hospital. This was discovered by the plaintiff''s attorney pre… [read post]
20 May 2013, 10:20 am
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has reported that a Florida man smashed into a utility pole on the intersection of South Boulevard and Hebron Street at around 2:30 on Friday morning. Thereafter, he was taken to the hospital and charged with DWI and reckless driving. After the accident occurred, power was shut off completely for many [...]The post Florida Man Charged with DWI After Smashing Through Utility Pole appeared first on . [read post]
20 May 2013, 10:15 am
Hell hath no fury like a patent practitioner romantically scorned. Continue reading »Follow Above the Law on Twitter or become a fan on Facebook.Tags: 1st Amendment, Arthur J. Usher IV, Arthur Usher IV, Attorney Misconduct, Bad Ideas, Biglaw, Bose McKinney & Evans, Constitutional Law, First Amendment, Free Speech, Indiana, Krieg DeVault, Legal Ethics, Partner Issues, Partners With Issues, Summer Associates, Women's Issues
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20 May 2013, 10:09 am
By George F. Indest III, J.D., M.P.A., LL.M., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law
Often we learn after the fact that a health professional such as physicians, dentists and other health professionals has received NAS Insurance, has had a legal problem, and has not been able to locate an attorney or law firm that accepts this type of insurance. We have offices in Florida and Colorado, but we have attorneys licensed in Florida, Colorado, Louisiana, the District of Columbia, Virginia and… [read post]