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Weitz & Luxenberg is told 95% of Eligible Stryker Hip Patients Now Enrolled in Settlement Program

NEW YORK, N.Y., June 15, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Nationally prominent personal injury law firm Weitz and Luxenberg, P.C., today said that 95 percent of registered eligible patients are now enrolled in the Stryker modular hip settlement program. This program has been established to ensure that each injured patient will receive a share of more than $1 billion as compensation for problems encountered with Rejuvenate and ABGII metal-on-metal modular hip implants. (Press Release)

First Novel Non-Laser Tattoo Removal Service to Enter the Rocky Mountain States

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., June 12, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- It has been estimated that about 6 million Americans have at least one tattoo they want removed or changed, but are unwilling to do it with a laser. Mundy Tattoo Removal is the first to address that large unmet need in all of the Rocky Mountain States. As part of Tattoo X studio, Mundy Tattoo Removal just became the first certified Tatt2Away(R) center in Colorado, according to Rejuvatek Medical, Inc., manufacturers of Tatt2Away. (Press Release)

International Jazz Legend Manu Dibango to Publish English Memoir with Oracle Group International

WASHINGTON, D.C., June 12, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Oracle Group International debuts its Publishing Division with the acquisition of the memoir of Cameroonian born international jazz legend Manu Dibango to be released on December 1, 2015. To support the publication of this endeavor, Manu Dibango will embark on a U.S. Tour scheduled to coincide with the release of this book. (Press Release)

From Pooper-Scoopers to Business Owners, Entrepreneurs Purchase N.Y. Doggie Daycare Franchise: Hounds Town USA

FARMINGDALE, N.Y., June 12, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Young entrepreneurs Jennifer Jung and Candice Vogel recently took the big leap from employees to business owners to seize opportunities in the booming pet care industry. Jennifer and Candice began as entry-level kennel workers at Long Island-based Hounds Town USA, a fully interactive doggie daycare and pet care franchise. (Press Release)

Mrs. Georgia Teams Up with Hillside to Support Treatment for Traumatized Children

ROSWELL, Ga., June 11, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Nova Kopp, the most recent winner of the Mrs. Georgia United States Pageant, has already started to roll up her sleeves and is acting as 'ambassador' for a group that supports children and families in need. (Press Release)

India's Target Ship Management to Continue Business Expansion

MUMBAI, India, June 10, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Target Ship Management India (TSMI), a Human Resources company established in the year 2013, is growing fast with its dedicated employees and is now on a growth path with a pool of talent of seafarers and extended business opportunities for ship owners all over the world; with all kinds of vessels to be a part of the expanding family of TSMI. (Press Release)

Local Seattle Roofer Ups Business 60-percent with Social Media and Door-to-Door Marketing

SEATTLE, Wash., June 10, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Eco Roof Service expanded its business by 60 percent in just a few months through new marketing channels like social media and door-to-door. Social media marketing had increased its name recognition and attracted new customers, announced Aaron Zarling of the Seattle roofing company. (Press Release)

Asheville NC Couple Launches 'Cottage Cooking' Classes

ASHEVILLE, N.C., June 10, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Ready to do a little culinary exploration? Let Cottage Cooking take you down a new path. Cooking classes are given in an intimate 1915 cottage located in downtown Asheville and staff caters to small groups of up to four. (Press Release)

JOSEPH EVE CPAs Leading Classes at Tribal Gaming Regulators and Commissioners Certification Series

KALISPELL, Mont., June 8, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- JOSEPH EVE CPAs Partner Joseph Eve and Lindan Elliot will teach two sessions at the Tribal Gaming Regulators and Commissioners Level II Training Certification Series June 9, 2015 at KwaTaqNuk Resort Casino in Poulson, Montana. (Press Release)

Eastern Pennsylvania Now Sports Latest in Tattoo Revisions

WILKES-BARRE, Pa., June 5, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Rejuvatek Medical, Inc., Sandy, Utah, announced the opening of their latest Tatt2Away(R) center in Eastern Pennsylvania at Marc's Tattooing and Body Piercing. Tatt2Away offers a patented, innovative alternative to laser tattoo removal that is less painful, less costly, and more effective at removing all tattoo colors of pigment. (Press Release)

D-Link India signs MoU with Telangana gov for collaboration to develop local IT industry and cultivate local talent

TAIPEI, Taiwan, June 5, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Driving forward with their local India presence, D-Link signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Telangana government to bolster the local IT industry by improving network infrastructure, investing in the region, and developing new talent. (Press Release)

Florida Attorney David Goldman Gives Commencement Speech to Graduating Class of Westcoast School

SARASOTA, Fla., June 5, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On Thursday, June 4, 2015, attorney David L. Goldman of the law firm of Shapiro, Goldman, Babboni and Walsh gave the commencement speech to the 2015 graduating class of the Westcoast School of Human Development in Sarasota, Florida. For over 30 years the Westcoast School has been led by its founder, Dr. Henry L. Porter, and has been teaching students from Kindergarten through 12th grade. (Press Release)

Michigan's Griffin Pest Solutions Named a 'Top 100' Company

KALAMAZOO, Mich., June 5, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Kalamazoo-based Griffin Pest Solutions ranked 79th on the 2015 Pest Control Technology magazine Top 100 List, an annual compilation of the leading pest management companies in the United States. The list was included in the magazine's May issue. (Press Release)

National Inclusion Project Champions Gala to feature Co-Founder Clay Aiken and Project Runway's Justin LeBlanc

RALEIGH, N.C., June 3, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Supporters and friends of the non-profit National Inclusion Project are invited to be a part of an amazing night of celebrating the heroes in our lives and the Superheroes we aspire to be. The annual Champions Gala will be held September 26 with proceeds going to ensure that children with and without disabilities can play, learn and laugh TOGETHER. Co-founder Clay Aiken will perform, and Justin LeBlanc, Season 12 'Project Runway' Finalist, will speak. (Press Release)

Mid America Mortgage Hires David Tracy as National Underwriting Manager in Texas

ADDISON, Texas, June 2, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mid America Mortgage, Inc. (Mid America) owner and Chief Executive Officer Jeff Bode announced the lender has hired former Fannie Mae underwriting consultant David Tracy as National Underwriting Manager. A 20+-year residential and commercial mortgage veteran, Tracy will be responsible for revitalizing Mid America's underwriting operations nationwide. (Press Release)

eSignSystems' Brad Dupont to Speak at IASA Conference Panel Session on Topic of eSignature Customer Experience

TUCSON, Ariz., June 2, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- eSignSystems, a division of DocMagic, Inc., announced that it will be holding a panel session at the Insurance Accounting and Systems Association's (IASA) 87th annual Education Conference and Business Show. The panel is entitled 'The Customer eExperience! Making it Seamless with eSignatures and eDelivery.' Brad Dupont of eSignSystems will be both moderating and speaking on the panel. (Press Release)

ShortSave Adds Mortgage Servicer Dashboard Tools, Borrower Document Fulfillment / eSignatures

MONUMENT, Colo., June 2, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ShortSave, Inc., the provider of an award-winning borrower-facing mortgage default servicing system, announced it has made several upgrades to its platform to improve analytics and compliance tracking for servicers, as well as enhancements to the borrower experience. (Press Release)
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New Research Exposes Folly of Wisconsin's Prevailing Wage Repeal Proposal: Will Cost Thousands of Jobs

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Jonathan Jackson and Enation to Storm the Tipp City Miyelo Music Festival

TIPP CITY, Ohio, June 1, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Trebius Promotions along with Twelve3South Studio is proud to announce the surprise addition of Jonathan Jackson + Enation to the roster of artists performing at Miyelo Music Festival, presented by Dave Arbogast on July 18 in Tipp City, Ohio. (Press Release)

Tatt2Away Announces Newest Studio Offering DEScoverup, a New Non-Laser Tattoo Modification System

EDGEWOOD, Md., May 29, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Evolved Body Art is now offering the Tatt2Away(R) non-laser tattoo modification system, with its DEScoverup process, according to Rejuvatek Medical, Inc. of Sandy, Utah. Each piece of tattoo art can be memorable for better - and for worse. And when it becomes 'for the worst' many choose to cover it up. (Press Release)

Health Koncepts, a New Health and Wellness Company in N.J. Launches, Giving Employers an Enhanced Benefits Program

BLOOMFIELD, N.J., May 28, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Health Koncepts is proud to announce a new and exciting health and wellness program that was carefully designed to bring 'Complete Health and Wellness' to its participants and provide employers with an enhanced benefits portfolio. After intensive research by Health Koncepts CEO, Mr. Quincy Luzunaris, the 'Complete Health and Wellness' package was developed to combat the social ills that plague our nation. (Press Release)

Ohio's RB Jergens Miyelo Sponsorship Paves the Way for Music Festival

TIPP CITY, Ohio, May 28, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Trebius Promotions is proud to announce that RB Jergens has joined Miyelo Music Festival's sponsors, adding generous support to the event's fundraising efforts, which benefit local charities, including Pink Ribbon Girls. Pink Ribbon Girls meets the practical needs of families affected by breast cancer. (Press Release)

Florida Summer Events: Enjoy Complimentary Beach Music at The Avenue Viera

VIERA, Fla., May 27, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The first Live After Five event at The Avenue Viera's Central Park will be held on Thursday, June 4 from 5 - 8 p.m. This year's theme is Hot Tropical Nights, which will feature Caribbean and Reggae beach music. (Press Release)

Soulful Singer Cheryl Pepsii Riley can 'Still Believe' with New Music Release

NEW YORK, N.Y., May 27, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- When Cheryl 'Pepsii' Riley sings, every ear in the room listens. She has the kind of sultriness that seeps underneath every nook and cranny in the listener and grips with a firm hold. It's one of the reasons why famed director Tyler Perry has continued to cast her for over a decade now in his many productions. (Press Release)

ACSIA Partners Offers Free Speakers on a Hot Topic: How to Pay for Long-Term Care When Public Programs Won't

KIRKLAND, Wash., May 27, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Today ACSIA Partners announces the availability of a national network of speakers with expertise in long-term care funding. They're prepared to address any group about how to cover the long-term care expenses most longer-living Americans will incur at some point. (Press Release)

N.Y. Hospital Data Breaches Affects Thousands of Patients

NEW YORK, N.Y., May 26, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Weitz and Luxenberg P.C. is investigating another privacy breach that has resulted in the theft of patients' personal information at several hospitals in New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. These hospitals all used the billing services of Medical Management LLC, based in North Carolina, announced the law firm. (Press Release)

New EaseUS Todo Backup 8.3 Version – Premium Data Backup Performance Software

NEW YORK, N.Y., May 22, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As a worldwide leading data backup and recovery software company, EaseUS Software recently declared that the new release of EaseUS Todo Backup 8.3 will get close to a perfect data backup software through optimizing multi-language translation, reducing data storage requirements and satisfying different users' demands. (Press Release)

THE DROP 22 CHALLENGE – A Veteran Treatment and Suicide Prevention Drive

NEW YORK and CHICAGO, May 22, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Government statistics have revealed a problem of epidemic proportion among our returning Military: a suicide rate of 22 Veterans a day. The cause of the problem is often Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and/or Traumatic Brain Injury, according to the non-profit Drop 22 Challenge organization. (Press Release)

See Police and Fire Department Live Demonstrations at First Responders Day

VIERA, Fla., May 22, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Stop by The Avenue Viera to meet Brevard County first responders on Saturday, May 30 from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. The Brevard County Sheriff's Office and Fire Department will be on hand to answer questions and give live demonstrations. (Press Release)

Celebrate Brevard County Teachers at The Fifth Annual Saved by the Bell Teachers Party

VIERA, Fla., May 21, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- KISS 95.1 and Lite Rock 99.3 are sponsoring the fifth annual Saved By The Bell Teachers Party on Friday, May 29 at The Avenue Viera from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. The party is in appreciation of Brevard County teachers and celebrates the end of the school year. (Press Release)

Heidelberg Infuses Miyelo Fest and Pink Ribbon Girls with Spirits, Sponsorship

TIPP CITY, Ohio, May 21, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Trebius Promotions announced today that Heidelberg Distributing Company, the Midwest's largest beer, wine, and spirits distributor, is now the official beer sponsor for Miyelo Music Festival presented by Dave Arbogast, a day-long summer music event to be held in Tipp City, Ohio, July 18, 2015. (Press Release)

Nearly Two Thousand Run/Walk for Epilepsy in the Northwest

SEATTLE, Wash., May 20, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Nearly two-thousand people will march in thirteen cities throughout the Northwest for the 12th Annual Northwest Run/Walk for Epilepsy. All events benefit the uncompensated programs provided by the Epilepsy Foundation Northwest. (Press Release)

Arbogast Rolls with Miyelo Music Festival in Ohio, Airstream in Tow

TIPP CITY, Ohio, May 20, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- As Festival Presenting Sponsor, Dave Arbogast Buick GMC Vans RVs has added its name to the growing list of sponsors of Miyelo Music Festival, a day-long event in Tipp City, Ohio. Presented by Trebius Promotions, the event will benefit local causes, including breast cancer charity Pink Ribbon Girls. (Press Release)

Forerun UrgiChart Joins ADP AdvancedMD Marketplace to Provide Innovative Solutions for Private Practices

WALTHAM, Mass., May 19, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Forerun Inc. today announced it has joined the ADP(R) AdvancedMD(R) Marketplace to help private medical practices in urgent care by providing UrgiChart - an intuitive electronic health record enabling physicians to document efficiently, freeing up more time for patient interaction, streamlining clinical decision-making and increasing operational improvement. (Press Release)

Marsha Fountain to Retire as President of The Oncology Group

AUSTIN, Texas, May 19, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Oncology Group today announced that its owner and president, Marsha Fountain, will retire effective May 29, 2015. Steve Black, who has served as vice president of The Oncology Group since August 2013, will take over as president. (Press Release)

IDS Inc. Hits Four of Five TRID Development Milestones

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, May 19, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mortgage document preparation vendor International Document Services, Inc. (IDS), announced it is on schedule and has achieved four of its five major development milestones for the TILA/RESPA Integrated Disclosures (TRID) implementation. The final development milestone for IDS is to update the Escrow and Imports sections of idsDoc, after which users will be able to test and review the documents. (Press Release)

The Mortgage Bankers Association of Arkansas announces Installation of 2015 – 2016 Board of Directors

MEMPHIS, Tenn., May 18, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Mortgage Bankers Association of Arkansas (MBAA) held its installation of new officers and board members during the 3rd Annual Tri-State MBA Conference. The Conference involved mortgage professionals from Arkansas, Mississippi Tennessee and was held May 4 - 6 at the Cook Convention Center. (Press Release)

Audience IntelliList Benefits Local Market Targeting

SCHAUMBURG, Ill., May 18, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On May 15, Cogensia launched Audience IntelliList - the marketer's new, go-to solution for selecting the best targeted direct mail and email marketing lists. Loaded with key information to target and acquire new customers, IntelliList's database contains more than 113 million households. (Press Release)

IDS, Pavaso Partner to Create End-to-End Digital Mortgage Closing Environment

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah and PLANO, Texas, May 18, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mortgage document preparation vendor International Document Services, Inc. (IDS) and Pavaso, a provider of innovative real estate technology, announced the two firms have entered into a partnership. Through this alliance, the two firms will develop an integration between Pavaso's Digital Close(TM) electronic closing platform and IDS's flagship doc prep system idsDoc. (Press Release)

First Tattoo Studio in Tennessee to offer Innovative Non-Laser Tattoo Removal or Modification

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn., May 15, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Rejuvatek Medical, Inc. announced today the opening of the very first Tatt2Away(R) non-laser tattoo removal system in No Egrets Tattoo Studio. Tatt2Away is a brand new patented process designed for tattoo studio artists to be able not only to remove tattoos but also to selectively remove part of an existing tattoo in order to place a new one over it, called cover up. (Press Release)

MEDITE Cancer Diagnostics, Inc. Announces Change of Auditor

ORLANDO, Fla., May 14, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- MEDITE Cancer Diagnostics, Inc. ('Company,' OTCQB symbol: 'MDIT' / OTCBB:MDIT), specializing in the development, manufacturing and marketing of molecular biomarkers and premium medical devices for detection, risk assessment and diagnosis of cancer and precancerous conditions, announces change of auditors. (Press Release)

Lumber Liquidators' Laminate Flooring Installers Urged to Contact Weitz and Luxenberg

NEW YORK, N.Y., May 14, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Lumber Liquidators' Chinese-made laminate flooring has dangerously high levels of formaldehyde, a toxin so harmful that Weitz and Luxenberg, P.C. filed a class action lawsuit in March against the company on behalf of consumers who installed this highly toxic flooring in their homes. (Press Release)

Former FBI Agent Turns Back Clock with Release of New Novel, '784 Broadway'

BOSTON, Mass., May 14, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- James Ring, author of the 5-star terrorist thriller 'Necessary Assets,' has shifted genres with his second book, '784 Broadway' (ISBN: 978-1506164182), where he brings to life his immigrant Italian heritage by recounting summer visits to his family's small greengrocer store in New York's Hudson Valley, Omni Publishing Company announced today. (Press Release)

OpenClose Releases Version 4.0 of its OC Optics Web-based Enterprise Analytics and Reporting Module

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., May 14, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- OpenClose, an enterprise-class, multi-channel end-to-end loan origination system (LOS) provider, announced that it has released version 4.0 of OC Optics(TM), a web-based analytics and reporting system that integrates tightly with its LenderAssist(TM) LOS platform. The enhancements provide clients with more control, added functionality, and robust editing and configuration tools that effectively customizes data analysis and reporting outputs. (Press Release)

EbitCreative Launches First Wearable Tech Product Geared Towards Women

RICHMOND, Va., May 13, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EbitCreative, a new start-up wearable technology company, announced the launch of its first product - the Lollipop PC - a mobile application designed to help busy women get through the day. (Press Release)

JOSEPH EVE will Present '4 Casino Accounting Trends to Watch in 2015' at Great Plains Indian Gaming Conference

KALISPELL, Mont., May 12, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Casino Accounting experts Joseph Eve and Lindan Elliott of JOSEPH EVE CPAs will present '4 Casino Accounting Trends to Watch in 2015' at the Great Plains Indian Gaming Conference May 18 - 20, 2015 at Mystic Lake Casino in Prior Lake, Minnesota. (Press Release)

Weitz & Luxenberg Probes Claims of Unsolicited Calls from telemarketers, debt collectors and others

NEW YORK, N.Y., May 8, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Weitz and Luxenberg today announced it will investigate potential claims from consumers pestered by unsolicited phone calls or spam text messages from telemarketers, debt collectors and others. (Press Release)

Healthcare Insights to Present Session on Costing Solutions at 2015 International MUSE Conference in Nashville

LIBERTYVILLE, Ill., May 8, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Healthcare Insights, LLC (HCI), a leader in providing financial management software and services to hospitals and health systems nationwide, will be presenting its solutions for reducing healthcare costs and improving patient care during the annual International MUSE Conference in Nashville later this month. (Press Release)

Arkansas Mutual to Join Constellation, expand liability insurance to enhance strength of health care community

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., May 8, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Arkansas Mutual Insurance Company announced today that it will be joining Constellation, a mutual holding company, and its family of companies. Arkansas Mutual is a provider of medical professional liability insurance for physicians, located in Little Rock; it will be the third Constellation member company, joining MMIC and UMIA. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed. (Press Release)

Taste Over 100 Beers at World of Beer's Craft Brews In The Park in Viera Florida

VIERA, Fla., May 7, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- More than 100 different beers from 25 craft breweries will be available to sample at Craft Brews In The Park at The Avenue Viera on Saturday, May 9 from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. World of Beer is hosting an American Craft Beer Week celebration featuring live music, performers, food and amazing beer. (Press Release)

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