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by cjleclaire
Mar 21, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 34 34 recommendations | email to a friend
Eye Exams May Aid in Alzheimer’s Diagnosis In research designed to improve early detection techniques for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease, scientists in Australia have discovered that certain eye tests may provide a less invasive, though effective, tool. The study, conducted by AIBL (A...
EEOC Clarifies the Use of Criminal Background Checks in Hiring by cjleclaire
Mar 15, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 39 39 recommendations | email to a friend
Author: Hans & Associates, P.C.   NBC News reported that the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) approved by a four-to-one vote new rules for employers who use criminal background checks when screening candidates for hiring. The new guideline addresses the issue of workers w...
SIRR Northern Brooklyn/LIC Public Workshop by Page3
Mar 14, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 7 7 recommendations | email to a friend
The Special Initiative for Rebuilding and Resiliency (SIRR) addresses how we should rebuild New York City to be more resilient in the wake of Hurricane Sandy but with a long-term focus. We invite you to join us for a facilitated conversation about how to rebuild Williamsburg, Greenpoint, DUMBO,...
Does Your Student Need a Tutor? by Page3
Mar 14, 2013 | 1 1 comments | 32 32 recommendations | email to a friend
Do you know someone who needs a tutor?   Our school has arranged to have "internet based" tutoring services provided through our school's website.  This service is based around an iPad or similar tablet.  You learn by connecting with tutors from around the world no matter where you are. We are ...
by cjleclaire
Mar 07, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 24 24 recommendations | email to a friend
Paying for Home Health Care According to government estimates, within 20 years nearly one in five Americans will be over the age of 65. As baby boomers continue to age, demands for medical care will increase significantly. For most Americans, that has long meant an eventual move into a nursing...
by cjleclaire
Mar 06, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 26 26 recommendations | email to a friend
What Does the National Restaurant Association (NRA) Think about the Proposed Minimum Wage Raise? Author: Stephen D. Hans In the State of the Union address, President Obama proposed that Congress should raise the federal minimum wage in stages from $7.25 to $9.00 by 2015. He also p...
by cjleclaire
Mar 06, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 18 18 recommendations | email to a friend
Federal Judge States that Judicial Approval Not Necessary for FLSA Settlements Author: Hans & Associates, P.C. Typically, when parties would settle their disputes over Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) issues, such as minimum wage and overtime claims, they had to present their settlemen...
Study Finds New Gene That Increases Risk of Alzheimer’s by cjleclaire
Feb 27, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 36 36 recommendations | email to a friend
Author: Star Multi Care: Stephen Sternbach Law Office of Bonnie Lawston: Bonnie Lawston In separate studies, two teams of researchers have found a mutation in a gene linked with inflammation that is tied to the most common form of Alzheimer’s. According to one scientist, those individuals ...
What Role Do You Play in Exposing Vehicle Defects? by cjleclaire
Feb 26, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 28 28 recommendations | email to a friend
Author: Sackstein Sackstein & Lee, LLP Our Family Serving Yours for Over 60 Years Average Americans are probably not aware of the vital role they play in automobile safety. While being a safe driver is of course extremely important, another factor in safety is having safe vehicles, w...
Ranger Conservation Corps by Page3
Feb 26, 2013 | 0 0 comments | 34 34 recommendations | email to a friend
An internship program for High School students interested in learning about the natural world, working outdoors, and in making new friends.  We meet after school one day a week for 2 - 2 1/2 hours.  It's also a great way to earn community service!  Spring session begins late February. For more ...