Law and Legal Press Releases

Dutch and Aussies Formalise Visa Arrangement

Australia appeals to the citizens of the Netherlands greatly. And just this year the spirit of a Dutchman-led Socceroos captured the attention of the world during their most successful World Cup campaign.

More Australian Working Visas Set to be Approved by the Government Next Year

For the financial year 2006-2007, the Australian government has launched 20,000 additional job vacancies in its continuing effort to combat skills shortage. A total of more than 100,000 jobs are now available in the land down under, which is what makes the Australian working visa the most popular Australian visa of all.

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SSA Proposes Changes To SSN Assignations

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is proposing some changes on the way they assign the US Citizens' Social Security Number. The main essence of the change would revolve around eliminating the geographical significance in the Social Security Numbers' first three digits, or the area number. The SSA intends to end the allocation of area numbers, entirely on the assignation of SSN to individuals residing in particular States of the country.

Disability Insurance - Sadly Overlooked By Many

According to recent reports, one-third of the workers in America are likely to become disabled for extended periods even before they reach the age of retirement. Thus, having a disability insurance is a positive investment for when this time comes, even if we are hoping against it. Mrs. Cindy Wrenn of Knoxville, Md. realized this when she had brain aneurysm and stroke at the age of 28 years old. Upon her disability, she realized that the premiums for disability insurance she and her husband paid for have not just been a drain on their checking accounts.

Microchip Technology files piracy case against a Chinese company

Microchip Technology, Inc. maker of semiconductor products announced that it will file charges against a Chinese company, which allegedly manufactures copied microcode and some other information that are proproprietary information of the company. The semiconductor manufacturer based in Chandler, Arizona declared this statement on Wednesday.

Millions Of Chinese Brand Faulty Tires May Have Been Sold To Public

A lawyer who has Philadelphia clients alleging that Chinese brand faulty tires caused a tragic car accident last year indicated that there could be millions of the suspected tires sold all over the United States, far more that the initial estimates made. The car crash incident was one of two car accidents that led to a recollection of the Chinese-made tires. This was the latest in the series of alerts conducted that questions the safety of Chinese-made products sold in the country.

Program on TBI and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder introduced by the Illinois Governor

During the eve of the Fourth of July Independence Day celebrations, Governor Rod R. Blagojevich of Illinois and Director Tammy Duckworth of the Illinois Department of Veterans' Affairs (IDVA) announced a pioneering program that would benefit National Guard members from Illinois who have returned from war. The program involves screening for TBI or traumatic brain injury for Illinois Veterans and toll-free round-the-clock call for psychological assistance for those suffering from post traumatic stress disorder or PTSD.

Swimming Pool Drain Pump Sucks Out Girl's Intestines

In Minneapolis, Abigail Taylor, 6 years old, was severely injured and hospitalized due to a horrific accident in a public swimming pool. While wading through the pool on June 29, Abigail happened to sit on an open drain, with a suction pump that was powerful enough to tear out some of her intestinal area.

Four Killed In Van Rollover Mishap

In Bridgeport, Connecticut, a minivan rolled down from a steep hill and went under a pond on Wednesday. The woman who owns it chased after the rolling vehicle and jumped back inside before it was ditched into the pond. The mishap killed her and the two children inside the van during the time of the rollover. Another child together with the other two is presently in critical condition, according to the authorities.

Blackstone Group To Go IPO Amidst Impending Tax Law Changes

Blackstone Group LP, a private-equity corporate heavyweight based in New York City is expected to have an initial public offering (IPO) of its units starting June 25. However, its investors were cautioned that certain changes in the tax laws included in a bill to be passed before the Congress might affect their future earnings.

Employer's Liability for Rest Period and Meal Violations expanded by the California Supreme Court

The Supreme Court of the State of California, U.S.A. issued a new ruling, which would increase the cost employers have to face if they fail to grant their non-exempt employees with regular rest and meal breaks. These benefits are rightfully provided for employees according to a state statute. According to the Labor Code of California, Section 226.7, when an employer fails to grant non-exempt employees with rest breaks or meal periods they rightfully deserve, the employee can be entitled to a one hour of pay for every break period missed.

Social Security Benefits For Persons With Hearing Impairment

The Social Security law also provides Social Security disability benefits for persons with hearing impairments. Hearing impairment is a qualified physical disability, which entitles the disabled individual to become eligible to receive benefits from the Social Security disability program. The method for evaluating impairments in an individual's hearing is defined in the Blue Book's Section 2.08 of the Social Security Administration.