Daily Archives: August 10, 2011 - 4 results

A non-prescription fetal test kit can accurately identify the gender of a seven-week-old fetus. That’s controversial because right-to-life advocates fear it may be used to enable gender-selection abortions. It seems at least as likely to enable important, lawful health decisions.   Over-the-counter test can predict sex of a seven-week fetus Test raises fears it will lead to gender-selection abortions Test can also help with screening for genetic/hereditary diseases/disorders Like this article? Share it with others using this link: http://bit.ly/q2JTmw   …

Here’s a look at legal news of the day: When it rains it really pours. Homeowners all over the country are dealing with flood clean up this spring and summer, whether it’s due to widespread floods or a gully-washer rain filling up the basement. However, take enough time to get clean up and post-flood fixes done correctly. Your state’s attorney general may be keeping watch for seasonal scammers, too.   Contractors doing shoddy work and outright scammers explode on the …

A courtroom’s an intimidating place. It’s not just the judge in the black robe and all the mysterious procedure. It’s the business that goes on there too. So to make litigants and witnesses more comfortable, should dogs be allowed with them?   More courtrooms open to letting dogs help witnesses testify Specially trained dogs provide emotional support to children, alleged victims Courts and some states already allow props, "support persons" Like this article? Share it with others using this link: …

Free learning is often best, especially when it comes to driving. But, learning what you can’t do on the road ticket-by-ticket can add up to a tidy tuition bill. A friendly construction zone sign reminded me the other day that hand-held cell phone use will get me a ticket and hefty fine.   You aren’t alone if you engage in certain "driving don’ts" Use common sense and traffic laws to keep you on the right side of the road Like …