OSHA Issues Confined Spaces in Construction Proposed Rule

OSHA Issues Confined Spaces in Construction Proposed Rule: "U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) today published in the Federal Register a proposed rule to enhance the protection provided to construction employees working in confined spaces. The agency is accepting public comments on the proposed standard until January 28, 2008"

PBWC Announces Madeleine Albright and Cokie Roberts as Keynote Speakers

PBWC Announces Madeleine Albright and Cokie Roberts as Keynote Speakers The Professional Business Women of California is pleased to announce Former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright and ABC News Political Commentator & NPR Senior News Analyst Cokie Roberts as keynote speakers for its 19th Annual Conference to be held April 29, 2008 at Moscone Center in San Francisco.

Free Gifts Weren't Free; FTC Settlement Calls for $650,000 Civil Penalty

A large online advertiser that drove traffic to its Web sites using spam e-mails with misleading subject lines has agreed to settle Federal Trade Commission charges that it failed to disclose that consumers have to spend money to receive the so-called "free" gifts it offers. Free Gifts Weren't Free; FTC Settlement Calls for $650,000 Civil Penalty

IRS Announces 2008 Standard Mileage Rates; Rate for Business Miles Set at 50.5 Cents per Mile

IRS Announces 2008 Standard Mileage Rates; Rate for Business Miles Set at 50.5 Cents per Mile: "WASHINGTON -- The Internal Revenue Service today issued the 2008 optional standard mileage rates used to calculate the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes."

Renting a Car for the Holidays? The I.I.I. Provides Rental Car Insurance Tips

With so many people planning to visit family and friends over the holidays, there are likely to be long lines at rental car companies across the country. Properly insuring a rental car can be tricky. Unfortunately, many consumers don’t even think about car rental insurance until they get to the counter, which can result in costly mistakes, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I) Renting a Car for the Holidays? The I.I.I. Provides Rental Car Insurance Tips

Latest Malibu Fire Victims May Be Eligible For Disaster Aid

PASADENA, Calif. -- Homeowners, renters and businesses affected by the most recent Malibu fire may register for disaster assistance from federal and state agencies along with Southern California residents who lost property during the October/November wildfires. Latest Malibu Fire Victims May Be Eligible For Disaster Aid

Debt Collection Services RFP- Bid Submittal Deadline 12/5/2007

Debt Collection Services RFP- Bid Submittal Deadline 12/5/2007: "The California Department of Insurance is soliciting proposals for the selection of a prime contractor to provide debt collection services. Proposer organizations must have been in the debt collection service for at least five (5) years, and must have at least one California office. Proposer must provide one contract manager with at least five (5) years debt collection experience. "

Pre-Employment Physical Exam Services RFP - Bid Submittal Deadline 12/5/2007 4:30 PM

Pre-Employment Physical Exam Services RFP - Bid Submittal Deadline 12/5/2007 4:30 PM: "These services are to provide comprehensive pre-employment physical exams for the Department of Mental Health, Coalinga State Hospital, employees, potential employees, staff, and other persons as ordered by the Coalinga State Hospital physician."

Server Based Computing Service RFP- Bid Submittal Deadline 12/6/2007

Server Based Computing Service RFP- Bid Submittal Deadline 12/6/2007

Federal Court Finds Kevin Trudeau in Civil Contempt

Federal Court Finds Kevin Trudeau in Civil Contempt: "On November 16, 2007, a U.S. District Court judge found Kevin Trudeau in contempt of court for violating a 2004 permanent injunction. The Court found that Trudeau violated the permanent injunction when he misrepresented the contents of his book, “The Weight Loss Cure ‘They’ Don’t Want You to Know About,” in several infomercials. "

Budget Rent-A-Car Settles FTC Charges on Fuel Fees

Budget Rent-A-Car Settles FTC Charges on Fuel Fees: "Budget Rent-A-Car has agreed to settle Federal Trade Commission charges that it failed to adequately disclose a “fuel” fee automatically charged to customers who drove fewer than 75 miles. According to the FTC, Budget falsely claimed that renters who returned a car with a full gas tank would not incur any fuel charges. The agency alleges that renters who drove fewer than 75 miles incurred a fuel charge whether or not they returned the car full. The settlement bars Budget from misrepresenting any charge, fee, cost, or material term or condition related to renting a car, and requires the company to clearly and conspicuously disclose any fuel-related fee or requirement."

Health games and Game Technologies Grant

Health games and Game Technologies Grant: "The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation is accepting applications for its Health Games Research grant program. Health Games Research: Advancing Effectiveness of Interactive Games for Health is a national program of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) that funds research to enhance the quality and impact of interactive games that are used to improve health. The goal of the program is to advance the innovation, design and effectiveness of health games and game technologies so that they help people improve their health-related behaviors and, as a result, achieve significantly better health outcomes."

Lottery Check Scam: Court Halts Bogus Check Scam Targeting Lottery Winners; Money Transfers Used to Defraud Consumers

Lottery Check Scam: Court Halts Bogus Check Scam Targeting Lottery Winners; Money Transfers Used to Defraud Consumers: "A federal district court has halted a bogus lottery and prize-promotion scam that provides victims with counterfeit cashier’s checks and false promises of large cash prizes, pending trial."

Toy Recall: Brown Sues Toy Companies For Lead

Toy Recall: Brown Sues Toy Companies For Lead: "California Attorney General Edmund G. Brown Jr. and Los Angeles City Attorney Rockard J. Delgadillo today sued twenty companies for manufacturing or selling toys with 'unlawful quantities of lead"

Honda Hybrid Begins Phase-Out on January 1

Honda Hybrid Begins Phase-Out on January 1: "WASHINGTON - The Internal Revenue Service announced today that American Honda Motor Company, Inc, has submitted quarterly reports indicating that its cumulative sales of qualified vehicles to retail dealers reached the 60,000-vehicle limit during the calendar quarter ending Sept. 30, 2007."

IRS Reminds Charities and Churches of Political Activity Ban

IRS Reminds Charities and Churches of Political Activity Ban: "WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today reminded section 501(c)(3) organizations, including charities and churches that federal law prohibits them from becoming directly or indirectly involved in campaigns of political candidates."

Title Insurance Kickbakcs: HUD And State Of Florida Settle Case Against First American Title Co. In Alleged Kickback Scheme

Title Insurance Kickbakcs: HUD And State Of Florida Settle Case Against First American Title Co. In Alleged Kickback Scheme: "Under the terms of the settlement agreement announced today, First American will shut down 84 partnerships and pay $5 million to the U.S. government and the State of Florida."

12,682 Harmful Cosmetic Eye Product Seized ( eyelash)

12,682 Harmful Cosmetic Eye Product Seized ( eyelash): "For patients using the prescription drug, using the Age Intervention Eyelash in addition to the drug may increase the risk of optic nerve damage because the extra dose of bimatoprost may decrease the prescription drug's effectiveness. Damage to the optic nerve may lead to decreased vision and possibly blindness."

Update: Beware of Mortgage Scams

Update: Beware of Mortgage Scams: "Mortgage foreclosure fraud is on the rise, with thieves posing as lenders or housing counselors offering to 'help' people at risk of losing their homes to foreclosure. More than likely, the consumer pays high upfront fees for questionable services, and in the worst cases, thieves have tricked people into signing over ownership of their homes."

Timely Tips for Tax Season: FDIC Reports

Timely Tips for Tax Season: FDIC Reports: "Make good use of your refund. Consider paying down or paying off your loans and other bills, starting with the ones that charge the highest interest rates on unpaid balances. Start or add to an existing savings account. Or, fund a retirement account or college savings plan"