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NYC Tackles Possible PCB Contamination in Schools
By Minara El-Rahman | Last updated on
New York City and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have announced a pilot program that would look into the possible PCB contamination in building...
Missouri Supreme Court to Decide on Malpractice Cap Law
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The Missouri Supreme Court is set to rule on whether a 2005 law which set a medical malpractice cap violates the state constitution. According to the Insurance...
Parents Sue Over Loss of Therapy for Autistic Children
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Parents of more than 100 autistic children in eastern Los Angeles have filed a class action against the nonprofit agency Eastern Los Angeles County...
University Kindle Program Settlements under ADA
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The Department of Justice released a press release that announced three university Kindle programs settlements under the ADA (Americans With Disabilities Act)....
The Soda Fountain: Breeding Ground for Fecal Bacteria?
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A recent study shows that the soda fountain may harbor some unwelcome additions in the form of fecal bacteria. CNN reports that almost half of the 90 drinks...
The In-Car Infotainment System: What Risks are Posed?
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The introduction of the dashboard computer in cars has safety experts worried about distracted driving. The New York Times reports that companies such as...