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Backpack Safety Tips for the Back to School Season

It’s important for parents to make safety a priority when shopping for school backpacks for -->

New Rules May Allow Benefits Long Denied to Vietnam-Era Veterans

NY Times: By Dave Philipps: Thousands of Vietnam-era veterans barred from receiving benefits because of -->

Nut Butter Recalls

Peanut and almond butters sold at Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s and other grocers are being -->

Driving with Kids: 5 Ways to Save Your Child’s Life

While you may not have control over other driver’s actions, you can take certain safety -->

New Technology Lets Parents Set Controls for Teen Drivers

With teens heading back to school, many parents fear letting their teens drive themselves to -->

VA touts progress on suicides; data tell another story

By Dennis Wagner, USA Today:  Seven years ago, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs rejected -->

Two Deaths Reported with Ace Bayou Bean Bag Chairs

Ace Bayou has recently recalled their Ace Bayou Bean Bag Chairs due to suffocation and -->

Obama to veterans: New culture of accountability at VA

By Gregory Korte, USA Today: WASHINGTON — President Obama announced a new series of executive -->

VA watchdog confirms patients died after receiving poor care

The Washington Post, by Dan Lamothe:  The Department of Veterans Affairs’ watchdog confirmed Tuesday that -->

Reducing Workplace Accidents: What Employers Should be Doing

All hazards identified by risk assessment should be addressed. The type of hazard, the degree -->

Electrical Safety Tips for the Workplace

Electrocution is one of the leading causes of fatalities in the workplace. Below are five -->

Report: VA scandal probe targets potential obstruction of justice

By Greg Zoroya, USA Today: The Justice Department and the FBI have joined the Veterans -->

8 Ways to Keep Your Kids Safe from Allergic Reactions at School

1.    Be Well Informed: Some states have standing food allergy/management guidelines. If you live in -->

Have You Received a Letter from Finkelstein & Partner: International Trust Company? THIS IS NOT OUR FIRM. THIS IS A SCAM.

If you have received a letter from Finkelstein & Partner: International Trust Company For the Transfer -->

Car Seat Safety – Avoiding the 10 Most Common Mistakes

Installation of a car seat is extremely important. Here are the top 10 most common -->

Military Spouse Attorneys to Gain Admission To Bar in Certain States

Military Spouses move from state to state due to their military  lifestyle.  Military spouses who are -->

VA details sweeping changes to speed care to veterans

USA Today, by Greg Zoroya:  The Department of Veterans Affairs promises sweeping changes — and -->

Governor Cuomo Reminds Motorists to Slow Down in Work Zones Following DOT Workers Death

On August 19, Governor Cuomo announced a new video public service announcement to remind motorists -->

Plastic Bits Prompt Massive Chicken Nugget Recall

A Georgia chicken company has issued a massive product recall on some of its chicken -->

Secretary McDonald Announces Town Hall Events at Veterans’ Facilities Nationwide

Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert A. McDonald has directed all Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare and -->