Author Archives: Finkelstein & Partners

The Most Dangerous Cities in New York State

A social media website, www.mylife.com released a list of the top 10 most dangerous cities -->

New Report Reveals Nation Still Not Fully Equipped to Support Women Veterans

U.S. Veterans Magazine:  While the federal government has raced to establish programs to serve combat -->

Surviving spouses soon to get tuition benefit

By Travis J. Tritten, Stars & Stripes: WASHINGTON — An overhaul of the troubled Department -->

Veterans Journal: VA’s town hall events seek feedback on benefits, health care

Providence Journal:  Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert McDonald has directed all Veterans Affairs health-care and -->

Halloween Safety Tips

This Shocking Video of a Car Accident Reminds Us That Split-Second Decisions Can Have Devastating Consequences

Footage taken by a truck’s dashcam has revealed the moment a car cuts across two -->

Louis Garneau Recalls Aerodynamic Bicycle Helmets Due to Injury Hazard

Louis Garneau has issued a recall for its Aerodynamic Bicycle Helmets due to an injury -->

Many tie Iraq, Afghanistan War veterans’ illnesses to burn pits, dust

By Steve Liewer / World-Herald:  Burn pits used especially in the early days of the -->

Children of vets exposed to Agent Orange, other chemicals should file VA claims

Veterans Corner by Jim Vines:  Everyone knows Agent Orange is bad, and exposed veterans know -->

Focus on Raising Awareness About Healthy Habits to Prevent or Identify Breast Cancer Symptoms Earlier

October is not just about raising funds for fighting Breast Cancer. It’s also a month -->

VA announces $22.3B IT services contract

Federal Times, by Aaron Boyd:  The “next generation” of the Transformation Twenty-One Total Technology Program -->

On recruiting tour, Veterans Affairs secretary woos medical students

Associate Press, by Wilson Ring: Secretary of Veterans Affairs Bob McDonald at the VA’s headquarters -->

NEW: ALL VA APPEALS MUST BE FILED ON STANDARD FORMS

Standard Claims and Appeals Forms A Rule by the Veterans Affairs Department on 09/25/2014 Final -->

Cold & Flu Prevention this Season

You know the symptoms – a runny nose, a sneezing and scratchy throat. Are you -->

Car Seat Installation: It’s Time We Get it Right

Check out this silly video from Buckle Up for Life. It’s their campaign to raise -->

Oct 15th 2014: OPERATION GRATITUDE: LETTERS TO VETERANS AND ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE MEMBERS

In October we joined together with area scouts and students to say ‘thank you’ to active -->

Slips, Trips and Falls: How to Stay Safe in the Home

Falls are the second-leading cause of unintentional death in homes and communities, resulting in more -->

Construction Employers Add 16,000 Jobs in September

Construction employers have added 16,000 jobs and the sector’s employment rate has fallen to 7%, -->

Tuna Fish Recall at Stop & Shop and Giant

Stop & Shop and Giant supermarkets have each posted the following tuna fish recalls on -->

Parents: Speak Early, Speak Often about Teen Driving Safety

Car crashes are the leading cause of teen deaths in New York State. An involved -->

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is breast cancer awareness month! Pink is everywhere during this colorful time of year. -->