Accutane to treat acne is not worth the devastating side effects. “It is no secret that Accutane has serious side effects, side effects both doctors and the durg makers are aware of. Nonetheless, it continues to be prescribed,” said Charlie Donahue, a Manchester injury and medical malpractice lawyer with offices in Keene, New Hampshire. “This drug is the basis of thousands of lawsuits across the country, with one plaintiff recently receiving $25 million for his […]

Do your research before spending money on new flooring products. “I’ve seen a lot of less-than-stellar flooring products over the years I have been in business, and some of them have been touted as being ‘brand new.’ New is nice, but if the quality isn’t there, why spend the money on flooring that will not last?” said Dean Dupre, owner of Champion Tile, a Tampa flooring and tile installation company. “It’s a waste of your […]

A personal follow-up to exclusive Medicare supplement leads can make a big difference to sales figures. “In a world that is virtually upside down these days, personal service in sales is remembered. Unfortunately, many sales people make the mistake of thinking what is important is the final sale,” said Clelland Green, RHU, CEO, and president of Benepath.net. “While the final sale is important, it is not the ‘be all, end all.’ Personal touches are often […]

Despite what Americans think, Obama health care will not cover everyone. “We hear this all the time, that the health care reform bill will cover everyone and that we must get insurance in place by 2014 or pay a fine. We know that the Supreme Court just backed ObamaCare, but what many do not know is that the changes coming in 2014 will not cover everyone,” said Clelland Green, RHU, CEO and president of Benepath. […]

Long lasting flooring is a bonus these days. Ceramic tile flooring is a good choice for many years enjoyment. “If you want a long lasting floor, one that still looks good forever and a day and is cost effective, you might want to consider ceramic tile flooring. It’s easy to clean and maintain and takes a good beating. Just remember not to drop anything on it. If you have kids, this might not be a […]

For do it yourself projects, always make sure the right tools and sealer is at hand. “I’ve seen some nice flooring installed in a way that made me cringe. This was largely due to the fact that the person attempting to put it in used the wrong sealer, among other things. Not all flooring jobs need a professional installer, but many of the DIY jobs need one later,” added Dean Dupre, who owns Champion Tile, […]

Since the kitchen is the heart of the home, try upgrading the flooring to make its personality come alive. “There are a whole lot of things you can do in the kitchen to upgrade the floor. Perhaps go with porcelain tile, a stone tile pattern, cork flooring or even laminate. But the most elegant of all the upgrades is a tile rug. They aren’t that common and are they ever a conversation piece,” suggested indicated […]

Recently, a Connecticut company was fined for violating hazardous waste management laws after the Environmental Protection Agency inspected its chemical distribution facility and warehouse. Hubbard-Hall formulates and distributes more than 5,000 chemicals out of its facility in Waterbury and another location in Wilmington, Massachusetts. The company was fined $111,290 ¨C $63,200 for concerns from its Waterbury facility and $48,090 from Wilmington. The EPA New England office has levied enforcement actions against 13 companies who have […]

Those who live with pre-existing conditions often have a difficult time getting affordable health insurance. “I’ve heard this said many times over: that people with pre-existing medical conditions have a hard time getting health insurance that is reasonably priced. It is not impossible to find affordable health insurance, but it can be a challenge. That will change in 2014,” added Clelland Green, RHU, CEO, and president of Benepath in Pennsylvania. If health care reform stays […]

This past holiday some families may have chosen to give one of the family vehicles to a teenage child to spare the expense of buying a new car. Many families choose to give an already-paid-for automobile to one of the children as a holiday gift. This tells the child that they have earned trust and proven that they are responsible. It can be a touching moment when a teenager takes the keys of their very […]