Philadelphia, PA, USA, 01/20/2017 /SubmitPressRelease123/

Recently, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) issued a final rule that sets education and training requirements for new truck drivers.

The Entry-Level Driver Training Rule (ELDT) replaces a previous proposal that would have made it mandatory for new truck drivers to complete at least 30 hours of training behind the wheel before receiving their commercial driver’s license, reports New Jersey truck accident lawyer Rand Spear.

Instead, the new rule does away with minimum driving hours in favor of each individual driver being evaluated by his or her instructor. In sum, there are no mandatory training hours for new truck drivers. Rather, an entry-level truck driver is deemed competent and ready to drive whenever the instructor says so.

Obviously, one instructor’s idea of competence and readiness can vary widely from another’s — this lack of standard hours has caused concern among trucking safety experts.

No Minimum Hours for Classroom or Driving Instruction

The rule, which requires full compliance within the industry by February 7, 2020, applies to any individual seeking to obtain a commercial driver’s license for the first time.

This begs the question: If the ELDT rule doesn’t require specific behind-the-wheel training hours, what does it require?

The rule makes it mandatory for first-time commercial drivers to complete a driving knowledge program administered by an entity included on the FMCSA’s Training Provider Registry. New drivers are also required to complete training behind the wheel, but how many hours they must put in is based entirely on the person and the instructor.

It’s also worth pointing out that the new rule also fails to set a minimum hours requirement for classroom instruction for entry-level truck drivers.

No Retraining Requirements for Truckers Who Lose Their License

The new rule for semi-truck driver training also fails to implement any recertification or retraining requirements for truckers who lose their licenses or have them suspended.

Philadelphia truck accident lawyer Rand Spear explains, “Airline pilots and train conductors have training and education requirements that require a set number of hours of instruction. This makes sense, as these jobs require workers to operate machinery that is expensive, complicated, and can cause serious and deadly damage in an accident. Many safety advocates have called for the trucking industry to create more stringent standards for its drivers’ education and training, however, it remains to be seen whether carriers will do so in light of the new rule.”

If you have been injured in a semi-truck accident, one of the first things your lawyer is likely to investigate is the truck operator’s driving record and any history of accidents. When drivers are poorly trained, serious crashes can occur.

To discuss your truck or traffic accident case with a knowledgeable Philadelphia and New Jersey truck accident lawyer, call Rand Spear today at 888-373-4LAW.

Source: http://randspear.com/2017/01/18/new-jersey-truck-accident-lawyer-discusses-new-entry-level-driver-training-rule-truckers/

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Moshi, Tanzania, 01/18/2017 /SubmitPressRelease123/

TANZANIA, AFRICA–Zara Tours announces special packages, extra discounts, and new adventures for travelers who are ready to start planning trips to Tanzania. New year, new opportunities — the touring company has it easier and more affordable than ever to make this year one to remember.

In honor of Zara Tours’ 30th anniversary, travelers are also being offered a special discount of $100 USD off any tour that is confirmed by February 28th to take place any time between now and December 2018. This includes treks up Mount Kilimanjaro as well as safaris across Tanzania’s many protected wildlife zones.

Adventurer couples can plan a truly romantic Valentine’s Day getaway with a special $100 USD discount on any trip confirmed by January 31. From the beaches of Zanzibar to the heights of Kilimanjaro, there is a tour to match every couple’s style for the perfect trip away.

The annual wildebeest calving season will take place once again this February and March, and Zara Tours has organized a special safari just for those ready to witness this memorable time for themselves. Visitors should plan to sign up soon, as this is one of the company’s most remarkable events, drawing people from all over the world.

Early bookings are available for these adventures and more; don’t wait to plan your trip and enjoy your savings. For more information about Zara Tours, contact: zara@zaratours.com

About ZARA TOURS

ZARA TOURS, founded in 1987, is currently the No. 1 Kilimanjaro outfitter in Tanzania and one of the largest safari operators in the country. Proud to be known as one of the best operators in the region with a reputation for providing an exceptional, unforgettable and safe experience, ZARA TOURS owns and operates two hotels and four tented camps, has 88 safari and climbing expert guides who speak English, German and Spanish, and a fleet of fully-equipped vehicles that take tourists on safari adventures or treks up Mount Kilimanjaro. ZARA TOURS also runs ZARA Charity, which plays a vital role in the local community by supporting vulnerable groups such as orphans, Maasai women’s groups, and more.

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Kibworth Harcourt, Leicestershire, United Kingdom, 01/18/2017 /SubmitPressRelease123/

One of the UK’s leading choices for high quality, intelligently sourced finance solutions has recently spoken out on the importance of seeking out more accessible, alternative products, in what has become an increasingly restrictive market place for borrowers in the property sector. Highlighting the problems faced by those in search of property finance via more obvious lending channels, the team at Bridgingloans.co.uk claim that more and more borrowers are finding it almost impossible to gain access to the funds they need.

However, it now seems that the plight of the potential buy-to-let landlord or residential homeowner in search of suitable finance in order to expand or improve their portfolios is somewhat needless – as intelligent solutions exist which are easier to access and much more affordable than traditional borrowing products. In fact, with their lower rates of interest and increased cost effectiveness, bridging loans are quickly becoming one of the most convenient and easily sourced financial products in the market – a trend that easily looks set to increase throughout 2017 and onwards.

Loans for Any Purpose

“Our high quality bridging loan products are a progressively more practical and affordable alternative to traditional property finance products such as mortgages and second charge borrowing options. As a leading bridging loan expert, Bridgingloans.co.uk works directly with borrowers and lenders, at the same time, in order to ensure the most competitive financing solution for any given situation. We are able to source loans of any size or scale, with the most affordable borrowing rates on the market.” – Bridgingloans.co.uk

Although most people believe that bridging loans are typically only made available for purposes such as bridging the gap between property buying or selling transactions, this quite simply is not the case. It is true to say that this is one of the main reasons behind bridging loan borrowing, but bridging finance can be used for any legal purpose the borrower sees fit. Other reasons for taking out bridging loan finance include covering the cost of overdue tax bills, financing the purchase of new business equipment and the funding of repair or refurbishment works.

Unlike traditional loan products, which are proving harder and harder to gain access to for the everyday applicant, bridging loans are much easier to apply for and the terms are much more reasonable, particularly as the finance is secured against a property asset.  As the principal amount is typically repaid within a twelve month period, and with a singular repayment that includes the interest and setup fees, bridging loans are typically cheaper than almost all other forms of finance combined. They can also be arranged in a matter of days, as opposed to weeks.

Considering All Bases

“Once an applicant has filed a request for a bridging loan product, our team will start processing that claim almost immediately. Within a matter of hours, we will return a written agreement, which the applicant will need to sign in order to proceed with the borrowing process. If a client agrees to the term, we can instruct our legal and property valuing teams accordingly and they will carry out their duties whilst we process the paperwork – which speeds things up tremendously. You will then be expected to sign this paperwork before the funds are transferred to your account. With Bridgingloans.co.uk, we never charge upfront for our services and our fees are usually added to the single, rolled-up repayment at the end of the loan term.” – Bridgingloans.co.uk

Bridgingloans.co.uk is part of the UK Property Finance group and, as such, is a regulated and fully FCA approved company offering a highly dedicated and fully professional service for those in search of affordable and intelligent borrowing options. You can use the online bridging loan calculator provided on the company website in order to gain a quick and reliable insight as to how much your loan will cost you should you decide to proceed with borrowing.

Even if you are one of the lucky few who are able to get finance from a mainstream lender, in a time when so many potential borrowers fall short of having the right loaning credentials, an alternatively sourced, secured loan product from a company such as Bridgingloans.co.uk can often prove to be much more affordable and exceptionally more convenient.

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Dallas, TX, USA, 01/18/2017 /SubmitPressRelease123/

In some situations, the police arrest people, and the arrested persons can be charged with a crime, based on little more than someone accusing them, reports Dallas criminal defense lawyer John Helms. When this happens, the arrested person and their loved ones justifiably ask: Is this legal? How could this happen? Isn’t everyone innocent until proven guilty?

In my experience, these situations usually involve some type of assault or violence. It could be domestic violence, in which a spouse accuses the other spouse of abuse. It could be sexual assault on a child or an acquaintance, in which the accuser makes an “outcry” long after the alleged event occurs. What these situations have in common is that there are usually two people involved, no other witnesses, and the accuser is the alleged victim.

To answer the questions above, it is important to understand what proof is needed for an arrest or to charge someone and what proof is needed to prove that a person is actually guilty. They are very different. Below is a chart that illustrates the differences.

Highest

Proof Beyond A Reasonable Doubt (guilty of a crime).

Clear and Convincing Evidence (what the state must show to take a child from parents)

More Likely Than Not (the level of proof in a civil case—more than 50%)

Probable Cause (for an arrest warrant or for a grand jury to indict someone)

Reasonable Suspicion (for a police officer to pull over a car)

Lowest

No Evidence At All

As this chart shows, in order to get an arrest warrant, the police officer applying for the warrant only needs to show that there is probable cause to believe that the person committed the crime. This is a very low standard. One person’s word that someone abused, assaulted, or sexually assaulted them can be enough to meet this low standard. This means that the accused can be arrested. After that, a judge will set a bond for them, and if they can post the bond themselves or with the help of a bail bond company, they can be released, adds Dallas criminal attorney Helms.

The next step in a felony criminal case is for a grand jury to indict the person. Again, the grand jury only needs to find that there is probable cause to believe that the person committed the crime. And again, one person’s word can be enough.

A grand jury indictment is a “criminal charge.” It is a formal accusation that a person committed a specific crime. It is also where a criminal case begins. After an indictment, a criminal case is assigned to a judge, gets a case number, and goes on a court’s docket. It is also at this point that the government has to turn over evidence to the criminal defense attorney.

The fact that someone is arrested or indicted does not mean that the person is guilty. To be found guilty, the evidence must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the person is guilty. That is something a jury must unanimously decide at a criminal trial.

So the answers to the questions are: Is it legal for one person’s word to be enough to arrest or charge someone? Yes, it can be. How could this happen? It happens because an arrest or a criminal charge does not require proof beyond a reasonable doubt. They only require probable cause, which is a low standard. What happened to innocent until proven guilty? The fact that a person is arrested or charged does NOT mean they are guilty. In order to be found guilty, there must be proof beyond a reasonable doubt. A jury must unanimously decide this at a trial.

Does all this mean that there is nothing someone can do to avoid being arrested or charged with a crime based only on one person’s accusation? Absolutely not. If there is evidence to show that a person is innocent, you may be able to present it to the investigator before he or she applies for an arrest warrant. Also, you may be able to present evidence to a prosecutor before the case is presented to a grand jury, and many counties allow defendants to give the grand jurors a “packet” of information on why the grand jury should not indict the person.

To do any of these things, it is critical to hire an experienced criminal defense lawyer who knows how to do it and what is persuasive at each stage. I have had a lot of success heading off criminal prosecutions by presenting evidence to law enforcement or prosecutors before an indictment. The reason is that I know the kinds of evidence that can persuade an investigator or a prosecutor that they should not pursue a case. As a former prosecutor, I have worked with law enforcement at every level, and I know how prosecutors think.

It can seem very unfair that our system allows people to be arrested and charged with a crime based on what may seem like very little evidence. An arrest or a criminal charge can be devastating to lives, careers, and families even if the accused has not been tried and found guilty. That is why it is so important to protect yourself or your loved ones by hiring a skilled and effective criminal defense lawyer who knows how to begin the defense before the case even officially starts.

If you, a family member or someone you know has been charged with a crime or have been convicted and need help with an appeal in the Dallas area, contact Dallas criminal defense lawyer John Helms at (214) 666-8010 or fill out the online contact form. You can discuss your case, how the law may apply and your best legal options to protect your rights and freedom.

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New Jersey, 01/14/2017 /SubmitPressRelease123/

Summit Behavioral Health outlines why mental illness stigmatizes sufferers preventing them from seeking dual diagnosis addiction treatment

Mental health is just as important as physical well-being, however, many societies still struggle to recognize that mental illness is a medical issue—not a moral failing. Unfortunately, the stigma that so often surrounds mental health sometimes prevents people from seeking treatment for mental illness.

The Link Between Substance Abuse Disorders and Mental Illness

Although drug and alcohol abuse does not necessarily cause mental disturbance (or vice versa) there is a high prevalence of comorbidity between substance abuse disorders and poor mental health.

According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse1, there are three possible reasons for this:

Drug and alcohol abuse can exacerbate symptoms of mental disturbances, including an increased risk of psychosis.
Individuals who experience mental illness may be more likely to self-medicate by turning to drugs and alcohol.
Conditions like underlying brain deficits and exposure to trauma can contribute to both mental illness and substance abuse disorders.

Because substance abuse and mental health are often closely linked, it’s important for substance abuse disorder treatment plans to incorporate treatment for mental wellness. In most cases, this holistic approach is the best way to ensure long-term recovery.

Getting to the Bottom of the Stigma

The history of mental illness3 and the public’s perception of it sheds a great deal of light on why negative attitudes persist. Centuries of misinformation and abuse take time to undo, and people today are still experiencing the aftermath of a long history of mistreatment in the area of mental illness.

In various times throughout history, mental illness was regarded as a spiritual issue, with some individuals persecuted as witches or hosts for demonic possession. It’s tragic to think that so many innocent people were mistreated and imprisoned for a medical condition beyond their control.

Unfortunately, public attitudes didn’t improve much over the centuries. In the 1840s, American mental health reformer Dorothea Dix lobbied the government to create special hospitals equipped to treat mental health disorders.

In 1946, President Harry Truman signed the National Mental Health Act, which created the National Institute of Mental Health in 1949.

However, rampant abuse in mental hospitals in the 1940s and 50s led to a call for change. Throughout the 1960s, mental health hospitals throughout the U.S. closed, causing the number of institutionalized mentally ill to drop from a peak of 560,000 to 130,000 by 1980. Studies show that up to 70 percent of mental health patients with schizophrenia showed improvement and stability after the introduction of anti-psychotic drugs in the 1950s.

Although mental health treatment has improved in recent decades, the stigma associated with mental health disorders lingers. Research2 reveals that up to 55 percent of inmates in state prisons and 45 percent of federal prisoners have some form of mental illness. In many cases, these prisoners are forced to live in the general population because there are not enough beds available in mental facilities.

Fortunately, much work has been done in recent years to remove the stigma of mental health care. There are more treatment options than ever before, and people increasingly recognize mental health matters as medical issues, rather than a choice or a lack of good character.

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Are you interested in learning more about your treatment options? Summit Behavioral Health offers personalized addiction treatment programs. Call today. 1-888-465-4187.

Footnotes:

1 National Institute on Drug Abuse – www.drugabuse.gov/publications/research-reports/comorbidity-addiction-other-mental-illnesses/why-do-drug-use-disorders-often-co-occur-other-men

2 Research- www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2015/04/more-than-half-of-prisoners-are-mentally-ill/389682/

3 History of mental illness- www.pbs.org/wgbh/amex/nash/timeline/

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New Jersey, 01/12/2017 /SubmitPressRelease123/

Co-occurring disorders, also known as dual-diagnosis, refers to the condition of having both a substance use disorder –or alcohol dependence or addiction – and a mental health disorder simultaneously. In order to have long-term recovery, it’s important that both conditions are addressed, which can be challenging because they are often complexly intertwined. Learn more about dual diagnosis co-occurring disorders from addiction treatment experts.

Co-occurring disorders can often exist for a long time before being diagnosed. Often one disorder is thought to be the main cause of the other’s symptoms, resulting in only one condition being treated. Research has shown that isolating and treating only one of the co-occurring disorders doesn’t usually result in long-lasting recovery, because the other condition is not addressed. An integrated treatment for both disorders is needed.

Because co-occurring disorders have a complex relationship and treatment, there are some things you need to know. The following is a list of important facts about co-occurring disorders.

#1 – Co-Occurring Disorders are Quite Common

People who suffer from both a substance abuse disorder and a mental health disorder may be more common than you think. According to a report from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration1 (SAMHSA) about half of people with a severe mental disorder are also affected by substance abuse. Additionally, 37 percent of alcohol abusers and 53 percent of drug abusers report having at least one serious mental disorder. Overall, 29 percent of people with a mental disorder diagnosis abuse drugs or alcohol.

It is clear to see that the dual-diagnosis of substance abuse and mental health disorders is a serious issue that requires attention and specialized treatment.

Some mental health disorders co-occur with substance abuse more than others. Generally, the following mental health conditions are closely associated with alcohol or drug dependence:

Depression
Anxiety disorders
Personality disorders
Posttraumatic stress disorder
Eating disorders
Schizophrenia
#2 – Substance Abuse Can Look Like Mental Illness

Sometimes substance abuse causes symptoms that present like the symptoms of mental disorders. However, they are a direct result of the substance abuse, not a true co-occurring disorder, and can usually be treated by stopping the drug or alcohol use. The symptoms that mimic mental disorders may be related to the pattern of abuse, effects of the drug or alcohol, or withdrawal from a substance. Some examples include:

Psychosis or mania induced by methamphetamines
Severe anxiety due to benzodiazepine withdrawal
Depression due to stopping stimulants
Memory and cognitive problems as a result of chronic alcohol abuse
#3 – Mental Illness Can Lead to a Substance Abuse Disorder, and Vice-Versa

The relationship between substance abuse disorders and mental health disorders can be seen as a street on which traffic runs both ways. In other words, one can lead to the other and vice-versa.

Mental disorders can lead to drug or alcohol dependence in a number of ways. For example:

Self-Medication: Individuals with a mental disorder may use drugs or alcohol in an attempt to treat their symptoms themselves.

Lowered threshold for drug experimentation: A person suffering from a mental disorder may be more likely to experiment with drugs or alcohol, especially those with a disorder that involves impulsiveness or self-control issues.

Increased exposure to drugs or alcohol: Some disorders may lead a person to be more likely to be around drug or alcohol use. For example, young people with a behavioral disorder have been linked to substance abuse later in life.

The opposite is also possible – a substance abuse disorder may lead to a mental disorder:

Biological factors: The use of substances may have an effect on the chemistry of the brain which can create, intensify, or reveal various mental health disorders.

Environmental factors: Substance abuse may cause a user to experience more stress and have less support to deal with it, which may lead to the development of a mental disorder.

#4 – Common Underlying Factors Contribute to Co-Occurring Disorders

There are certain characteristics that may contribute to a person developing both a substance abuse disorder and a mental health disorder.

Genetics – Genes may create certain dispositions that make a person more likely to use drugs or alcohol or develop a mental health issue that paves the way for a substance abuse disorder.
Brain chemistry – The brain chemical dopamine is affected by both substance abuse and some mental disorders. Changes in the brain from one disorder can cause the development of the other.
Personality – Personality traits like risk-taking and novelty-seeking can relate to drug or alcohol abuse and mental disorders.
Environmental factors – Certain environmental factors may underlie co-occurring disorders as well. High stress levels, experiencing trauma, and exposure to drugs or alcohol in childhood all seem to be related to the development of co-occurring disorders.
#5 – Co-Occurring Disorders Have Physical, Emotional, and Social Effects

Living with co-occurring disorders can take a toll on all aspects of an individual’s life. The physical, emotional, and social effects can have long-lasting consequences if the co-occurring disorders are not treated.

Physical Effects

The physical effects of co-occurring disorders are varied depending on the type of mental disorder present and the type of substance being used – but they can be very severe. Each disorder is likely to worsen the negative effects of the other, amplifying the symptoms for both. With co-occurring disorders, sufferers are more likely to neglect self-care and their health which can also exacerbate physical issues.

Emotional Effects

People who have a dual-diagnosis are likely to feel distressed and frustrated by their disorders, which can lead to higher stress levels, feelings of disconnection with other people in their lives, lower self-esteem, guilt, and shame. All these things can contribute to the decline of a person’s emotional health, and increase the risk of depression and anxiety.

Social Effects

Relating to other people can be difficult for people with both a substance abuse disorder and a mental health disorder. They are experiencing double the issues of having a single disorder, and that can make social situations very challenging.

People who suffer from substance abuse or mental health issues often distance themselves from others, isolating themselves and reducing their support system without intention. Conversely, friends and family may find it hard to be around the person suffering as well.

Co-occurring disorders also often involve problems with finances, employment, housing, and legal issues.

#6 – Treatment for Co-Occurring Disorders is Complicated

Once a person is diagnosed with co-occurring disorders, the treatment can begin. People suffering from both a mental health disorder and a substance abuse disorder are likely to have symptoms that are more extreme, persistent, and resistant to treatment than either type of disorder alone, making treatment challenging. Some of the challenges include:

Dual-diagnosis disorders are typically more chronic than one order alone.
Co-occurring disorders usually have a more severe course of development.
Medication-assisted treatment is more challenging because the risk of abuse is higher.
People suffering from co-occurring disorders are frequently exposed to additional environmental risk factors.
#7 – Treatment for Co-Occurring Disorders Must Address Both Disorders Together

Treatment for people with co-occurring disorders must integrate both disorders in the recovery process, instead of treating each one separately. Just as the two disorders have intertwined, treatment and recovery must as well.

A dual-diagnosis of a mental health disorder and a substance abuse disorder will most certainly bring many challenges with it – for the individual, their family, and their friends. While the diagnosis of co-occurring disorders may make treatment more complicated, finding the right treatment facility or programs, becoming educated about co-occurring disorders, and having a strong support system can lead to a successful recovery.

If you have been diagnosed with co-occurring disorders, Summit Behavioral Health can address all of your treatment and get your recovery started. Please contact us on our website or call us today with your questions and concerns, we can help.

For further reading on this topic, read our article Mental Health Problems And Their Relationship To Addiction

Footnotes:

1 SAMHSA Report http://www.samhsa.gov/data/sites/default/files/NSDUH-FRR1-2014/NSDUH-FRR1-2014.pdf

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Taylor Mill , KY, United States, 01/11/2017 /SubmitPressRelease123/

The Northern Kentucky Cheer & Dance Coaches Association, Inc (NKCCA) announces this year’s competition will take place Saturday, January 28, 2017 at BB&T Arena on the campus of Northern Kentucky University (NKU). In addition to the 26th Annual Cheerleading and Dance Competition, the NKCCA has partnered with NKU Cheer to offer a Cheerleading Camp. The camp will take place prior to the competition for anyone interested 5yrs and older. In addition to the camp, the association recently announced an executive sponsorship with St. Elizabeth HealthCare.

The competition is expected to host nearly 100 local teams from Kentucky & Ohio encompassing over 1000 athletes. Proceeds from the competition are awarded in college scholarships based on academic performance, athletic ability, financial need, and essay submission. Previously, the NKCCA has awarded nearly a quarter of a MILLION DOLLARS in college scholarships! Admission at the door is $10.

The camp is open to anyone 5 years of age and older. Pre-register and pay by 1/20 for $35 or $40 up until 1/28. Campers receive a free t-shirt, free admission into the NKCCA competition, and the opportunity to perform at the NKCCA competition!

To register to compete, to attend the camp, become a sponsor, be a vendor, or provide a donation to support scholarships, visit the website at nkycheer.com or contact the NKCCA Director, Gayle Trame via email at nkcca92@gmail.com

About the NKCCA: The Northern Kentucky Cheerleading Coaches Association, Inc. (NKCCA), is a local Non-Profit Organization founded in 1992 by area coaches with the goal of fostering the growth of cheerleading & dance in the Northern Kentucky area with the mission to increase safety through training, education, and financial support. With the mission of promoting life-long skills through cheerleading, dance, and academics, ALL profits are given back to athletes by awarding college scholarships. Celebrating 26 years, the organization has grown to an 11 member Board of Directors, 27 Member Youth Board, and the largest locally hosted and attended annual competition!

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Carrollton, TX, 01/10/2017 /SubmitPressRelease123/

Operation Kindness – the original and largest no-kill shelter in North Texas – celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2016 and the accomplishment of breaking adoption records for the fifth consecutive year, resulting in 4,566 homeless animals finding forever homes.

“Last year we celebrated 40 years of finding homeless animals forever homes,” said Jim Hanophy, CEO of Operation Kindness. “Since our inception in 1976, we have saved the lives of more than 90,000 animals, growing to become North Texas’ largest no-kill animal shelter.”

“Annually, the shelter cares for more than 5,000 dogs and cats, with more than 300 animals available at the shelter daily and another 100-150 animals in the care of foster families. We are so grateful for the dedicated support of our generous donors, community partners, volunteers, foster families and staff who help us grow each year.”

For each animal adopted, Operation Kindness is able to save another animal’s life. Dogs and cats of all sizes, breeds, colors and ages are available for a small adoption fee, which includes vaccinations, worming, testing, microchipping, collar and ID tag. Adoption fees are $135 for cats/kittens and $185 for dogs/puppies.

Adoption fees also help cover the costs of caring for the animals including food, medicine, tests, spay/neuter surgery, other surgeries, medical procedures, rehabilitation and recovery. In 2016, Operation Kindness provided care to 4,887 animals; performed 2,875 spay/neuter surgeries, 20,656 exams and 250 medical surgeries; gave more than $100,000 worth of medicine; and provided more than 292,000 meals.

More than 50 percent of these animals came to Operation Kindness from transfer partners. The no-kill shelter partners with municipal shelters like Dallas Animal Services to help with their overpopulation. Allotting more than 50 percent of the shelter space to municipal shelter transfers, the rest of the space contains surrenders from first responders, good Samaritans and owners.

Operation Kindness, unlike other nonprofits, does not receive funding from the government, instead relying solely on funds from donations, grants and adoption fees to care for homeless animals. As Operation Kindness continues to expand their services to save more lives, their expenses grow as well.

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About Operation Kindness

Founded in 1976, Operation Kindness is the original and largest no-kill shelter in North Texas. Its mission is to care for homeless cats and dogs in a no-kill environment until each is adopted into responsible homes and to advocate humane values and behavior. In 2016, Operation Kindness celebrated their 40th anniversary and their achievement of saving more than 90,000 animals since their inception. Annually the shelter assists more than 5,000 dogs and cats, caring for an average of 300 animals daily with another 100-150 animals in foster homes.

Join Operation Kindness in their mission to care for homeless animals by becoming a member of the Happy Tails Society. This group of dedicated friends provides a monthly gift to help pay for the medical care, medicine, food, shelter, nurturing and behavior training the pets need to have a second chance at life. Learn more about Operation Kindness at http://www.OperationKindness.org or on Facebook (www.facebook.com/pages/Operation-Kindness/30251945822).

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Dallas, 01/10/2017 /SubmitPressRelease123/

The theme of this year’s event is “Breaking the Chains of Justice.”

Dallas, TX January 5, 2017 – Eberstein & Witherite 1-800Car-Wreck® is proud to announce its participation in, and sponsorship of, the 35th Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration and Parade. The Dallas-based law firm is one of an estimated 200 participants that includes community organizations, church groups, youth groups, nonprofit organizations, bands, drill teams and local businesses.

“We are honored to take part in this event, which celebrates the life, achievements and principles of a man that I greatly admire,” said Attorney Amy Witherite, founding partner of Eberstein & Witherite, the law firm of 1-800-Car-Wreck. “Just to be a part of all the goodwill that you feel at the many events surrounding this celebration is incredibly affirming about our ability to come together as a community.”

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The schedule of events includes a free Celebration Fair on Friday, January 13 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and a Candle Lighting Ceremony later that same day at 7:00 p.m.  Both will take place at the MLK Recreation Center, which is located at 2901 Pennsylvania Avenue in Dallas.

An Awards Gala will be held on Saturday, January 14 at 6:30 p.m. at the Fairmont Hotel in Dallas, with keynote speaker Dr. Walter Kimbrough, President of Dillard University in New Orleans, presiding over the festivities.  Attendance to the gala is $85 per person.

There will also be an Afterglow Event at the Fairmont Hotel’s Regency Ballroom immediately following the conclusion of the Awards Gala. Anyone who purchases a ticket for the Awards Gala will automatically receive admittance to the Afterglow Event.

The free parade, which will take place on Monday, January 16 at 10:00 a.m., will conclude the weekend’s festivities. 1-800-Car-Wreck will have a float in the parade, and members of the firm will be handing out candy and other items.

“Celebrating Dr. King is important and allows me and others to remember all his great works,” stated Raquel Daniels – Vice President of Marketing

“ We love sponsoring local events, and are excited to honor the life and legend of Martin Luther King Jr. It gives us a chance to give back to our community and to interact with the people that make this city so special.”

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Dallas-based law firm of Eberstein & Witherite, LLP, is a forefront personal injury law firm helping injured Texans and their families obtain compensation for damages sustained as a result of negligent individuals and large corporations. Their founding partner, attorneys, and legal team are committed to providing the highest quality of legal representation in the area to ensure they deliver one thing: results.  Eberstein & Witherite, LLP, excel in providing personalized service to their clients in business litigation suits, personal injury cases, and bad faith insurance claims.

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Smartphone apps may warn drivers they’re too drunk to drive and keep them off the roads says Philadelphia car accident lawyer Rand Spear.

Smart phones have become part of our everyday lives. When we go out with friends and family our smart phones come with us. We take pictures, videos and post on social media. If someone had a smart phone app that showed they had too many drinks to safely drive, could social pressure be brought to bear to keep that person, and others, safe? Any technology that can keep an impaired driver, one who’s an accident waiting to happen, from driving is worth a look says Philadelphia car accident lawyer Rand Spear.

Kit Delgado sees firsthand the death and injuries caused by drunk drivers on Philadelphia’s streets. He’s an emergency room physician at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center and a professor of emergency medicine and epidemiology at the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Medicine. In an interview with the Philadelphia Inquirer1 Delgado says he’s involved in research to help prevent the injuries that bring people to trauma centers. His focus is on cellphone use while driving and drinking and driving.

A technology he’s studying is personal breathalyzers, which, in one shape or form or another, have been on the market for more than twenty years. These newer, smaller versions of the technology used by police officers are linked to smartphones via apps. They can be purchased online from $35 to $140, says auto accident attorney Spear.

The user connects the device to the phone which accesses the app. You turn the app on, blow into the device, it measures your breath alcohol concentration (BAC) and the estimated level appears on the screen (the BAC amount that can result in an arrest for driving under the influence is 0.08, while your driving could be impaired at lower levels). Users can get an idea of their BAC levels over time and share them if they want.

To test their effectiveness the Colorado Department of Transportation provided smartphone breathalyzers to 225 randomly chosen bar patrons, Delgado says. The average BAC reading from 4,823 measurements was 0.087, above the legal limit. Nearly all of the participants, 84%, stated owning a smartphone Breathalyzer lowered their risk of a DUI adds Philadelphia accident lawyer Spear.

Many of the devices on sale are not approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and have not submitted or published data on accuracy, according to Delgado, which is motivating him to do his own testing. If a device’s test result is inaccurate and too low an impaired driver may feel he or she is safe to drive it may result in an accident. A device that reports readings that are inaccurate and too high will be ignored and unused.

Delgado says his study will be the first objective, rigorous test of the accuracy of smartphone breathalyzers. He advises the public not to buy one unless it’s approved by the FDA.

Delgado compares these devices to exercise trackers and other connected devices tracking behavior. It puts people on notice of their behavior and measures it which can result in a positive change, but without a long term strategy to stick with it and change behavior permanently the devices will only do so much good.

In 2017 Delgado will be involved in a study to test behavior strategies that use smartphone breathalyzers, text message reminders, rideshare app credits and behavior incentives to try to reduce alcohol-impaired driving and excessive drinking. Bar patrons in the Philadelphia suburbs who admit to past drinking and driving will be recruited for the study.

The truly smart way to approach drinking and driving is not to drink when you plan on driving. Since that’s not always how the situation is handled a technology that could keep impaired drivers off the roads, reducing the number of people injured and killed, should be developed and hopefully one day perfected.

If you or a loved one has been injured because of an intoxicated or impaired driver, contact an experienced motor vehicle accident lawyer right away. Your lawyer can answer your questions and help you determine the next steps in your case.

Call Philadelphia vehicle accident lawyer Rand Spear today at 888-373-4LAW today to discuss your case with a knowledgeable vehicle accident attorney.

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1 Philadelphia Enquirer http://www.philly.com/philly/health/Five-questions-for-Kit-Delgado-about-Breathalyzers-and-smart-phones.html?mobi=true

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