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National newswire stories from across the U.S., sourced from the Neotrope® News Network

National US News

National US News
National newswire stories from across the U.S., sourced from the Neotrope® News Network

Employers with 1099 Contractors Can Learn to Prepare for Workers Comp Claims

SAN DIEGO, Calif., Dec. 5, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- We are all looking to operate as lean as possible and many employers turn to 1099 employees to reduce tax and insurance burden, says Jamie Reid, CEO of AccuSure. But a big question remains: if they file a work comp claim, would it be covered? Can the insurance company charge premium on a work comp audit? These are important for employers to know.

Is This New Indie Music Band Dissing Taylor Swift on Her Tumultuous Love Life?

SINGAPORE, Dec. 5, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mamiboys, an International performing indie band on the M-Boyz Recordz label, has recorded a new single, which by all intent is a jab on Taylor Swift's music career and personal love life. Although the indie band does not explicitly mention Taylor Swift by name, there are insinuations in the Mamiboys' 'Not Another Breakup Sh*t' that cannot be ignored, according to the band.

Certain Strategic Data Services Aimed at US Businesses Represent $160 Billion Opportunity over Five Years, says Insight Research Corp.

DURANGO, Colo., Dec. 4, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Insight Research projects that the aggregate market for a key group of data services will grow two to three times the rate for basic transport services, representing more than a $160 billion opportunity for carriers over the next five years. With many voice and legacy data services declining, these high growth areas targeted to U.S. businesses include business broadband, IP VPNs, Ethernet, IP applications in the cloud, and hosting services.

Varicose to Perfect Receives Vein Center Accreditation by IAC

DAYTON, Ohio, Dec. 2, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Varicose to Perfect, state of the art vein treatment centers with offices in Springboro and Dayton, Ohio, have been granted accreditation in Superficial Venous Treatment and Management by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC).

Families Overjoyed as the U.S. House of Representatives passes the Sudden Unexpected Death Data Enhancement and Awareness Act (S.2746/H.R.669)

WASHINGTON, D.C., Dec. 3, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- 'After six years in Congress, I am overwhelmed with the bill's passage,' said Laura Crandall, SUDC Foundation President and mother of Maria who died inexplicably at the age of 15 months. 'This legislation marks the first time our federal government even recognizes the existence of sudden unexplained deaths of children after their first birthday. I am proud of our government today.'

Seattle Bash announces the 13th Annual INDULGENCE New Year’s Eve Bash returning to the EMP Museum

SEATTLE, Wash., Dec. 3, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Seattle Bash, a leading event production company in the Puget Sound area, today announced the INDULGENCE New Year's Eve Bash would continue the long tradition of being held at the EMP Museum in downtown Seattle, December 31, 2014.

North Capital Investment Technology Closes $1 Million Seed Funding Round

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Dec. 3, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- North Capital Investment Technology has closed its seed funding round of $1 million, attracting support from major institutional investors including JFO, Karlani Capital and Green Visor Capital.

Potential Car Accident Prompts New Product Launch

OVERLAND PARK, Kan., Dec. 3, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Arlene Mathews, registered nurse and owner of Care Dynamics, Inc., not only learned from a near car accident, but took it to the next level and launched a new product - the 'Automotive Tissue Valet.' The Automotive Tissue Valet holds a standard-to-large sized box of tissues and can be placed within easy reach of the driver or passengers.

TeamSnap Acquires Rostering Mobile App HomeTeam

BOULDER, Colo., Dec. 3, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- TeamSnap, used by 7 million people around the world to coordinate their sports and other ongoing group activities, today announced it has completed the acquisition of HomeTeam, a mobile app used to organize team rosters, schedules and contacts, developed by Silicon Valley's Crescent Computing. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Fine Artist Cindy Walton’s Work Featured in 40th Anniversary Winter Show at Green Hill Center for North Carolina Art

GREENSBORO, N.C., Dec. 2, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Noted abstraction fine artist Cindy Walton has been chosen as one of 40 artists from the last 10 years chosen to show selected works at Winter Show 2014, a well-respected exhibition in North Carolina. The show opens with an exclusive 'First Choice' art credit event on Wednesday, Dec. 3; a 'Collector's Choice' ticketed fundraising event on Saturday, Dec. 6; and a free public offering on Sunday, Dec. 7, 2-5 p.m.

Mid America Mortgage to Integrate Affinity Lending Solutions

ADDISON, Texas, Dec. 3, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mid America Mortgage, Inc. (Mid America) owner and Chief Executive Officer Jeff Bode, and Houston-based Affinity Lending Solutions, LLC (Affinity), president and Chief Executive Officer Scott R. Valby, today announced their intention to integrate Affinity's production operations and branch network into Mid America's mortgage platform.

Quandis Responds to White House Request to Partner with Banks and Servicers for New Military Personnel Program

FOOTHILL RANCH, Calif., Dec. 2, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Quandis, Inc., a leading provider of mortgage servicing software, announced that it rolled out a website to help address President Obama's New Executive Actions to assist service members, veterans and their families.

United Wholesale Mortgage Introduces Investor Edge Product

TROY, Mich., Dec. 2, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM), one of the nation's largest and fastest growing wholesale lenders, announced that it rolled out a new product called Investor Edge, which is designed specifically for borrowers that are looking to purchase or refinance non-owner occupied investment properties.

Families Empowering Families at Community Connections Receives 2014 Neotrope Non-Profit PR Grant

WASHINGTON, D.C., Dec. 1, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Families Empowering Families at Community Connections, is pleased to announce it is one of 10 recipients for 2014 of Neotrope's annual J.L. Simmons Non-Profit PR Grant award. With this commitment, Neotrope(R) will provide public relations and cause-marketing support to Families Empowering Families over the next year to raise awareness around its programs and accomplishments.

New Huntron Tracker 3200S adds capabilities to our Analog Signature Analysis (ASA) product line

MILL CREEK, Wash., Dec. 1, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Huntron Inc. announced the addition of the Huntron Tracker 3200S, 'This Huntron product encompasses our product history, our leadership position with Analog Signature Analysis (ASA) and most importantly product improvements requested by our customers. The Huntron Tracker 3200S also provides a unique bridge from manual based tests to our line of Access Robotic Probers,' said Bill Curry, President at Huntron Inc.

Dimensions announces becoming a Clean Energy business and EPA Green Power Partner

RALEIGH, N.C., Dec. 1, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Dimensions in OH and S, Inc. is proud to be a Clean Energy business and EPA Green Power Partner. By supporting local wind and solar projects through national clean energy provider, Arcadia Power, we are helping to reduce America's dependence on non sustainable and environmentally unfriendly fuels. This is an important way to make our workplace a better place and to encourage other businesses to consider reducing their carbon imprint.

Pennsylvania Dog Trainer Dispels Traditional Dog Training Techniques

PHOENIXVILLE, Pa., Dec. 1, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- You can teach an old dog new tricks (as well as their owners), according to Christine Pazdalski, owner of Puppy Love, LLC. She says that while most people are familiar with conventional dog training doctrine, it does not have to be the only dogma out there.

EPIC Ranked #20 among Top Large Group Employee Benefits Broker/Consultants

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Dec. 1, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, has been ranked #20 among the nation's top large group employee benefits consultants by Employee Benefit Advisor.

Pennsylvania Dog Trainer Christine Pazdalski Dispels Traditional Dog Training Techniques

PHOENIXVILLE, Pa., Dec. 1, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- You can teach an old dog new tricks (as well as their owners), according to Christine Pazdalski, owner of Puppy Love, LLC. She says that while most people are familiar with conventional dog training doctrine, it does not have to be the only dogma out there.

WinXDVD Unlocks Cyber Monday Deals by Giving away WinX HD Video Converter Deluxe

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., Nov. 30, 2014 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- WinXDVD Software, a productive multimedia development group, part of Digiarty Software, Inc., today unlocks 2014 Cyber Monday deals featuring the giveaway of WinX HD Video Converter Deluxe v5.2.2 through Dec. 4. The promotion is accompanied by a 75 percent off WinX Black Friday Gift Pack, and a lowest priced but fully licensed DVD video converter bundle that includes also a well-known DVD ripper, which was offered at a just-concluded round.

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