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Humane, or Just Hypocritical? Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Respond to PETA Killing Controversy

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:05:05 GMT

The accusations that PETA has euthanized massive amounts of animals, some of which were determined by veterinarians to be fit for adoption, have led to various organizations within the animal rights and welfare movement attacking each other’s reputation. Attorney Richard P. Console, Jr., explores the accusations and the difficulty animal lovers face in knowing which sources of information to trust in his latest article, “‘Humane’ Goals: Are Animal Rights and Welfare Groups Hurting or Helping?”

(PRWeb May 16, 2013)

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When it’s Doctors vs. Nurses, Patients Lose: Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Examine the Controversial Proposal of Giving Nurse Practitioners More Independence

Thu, 09 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT

As the shortage of primary care physicians becomes increasingly influential and even dangerous, Nurse Practitioners are now stepping up to fill the void – or they would be, if state laws allowed them to. In his latest article, “The Great Healthcare Debate: Is Increased Autonomy for Nurse Practitioners the Answer to the Doctor Shortage?” attorney Richard P. Console, Jr., examines the questions that such new regulations would raise and calls for compromises that would benefit patients in every state.

(PRWeb May 09, 2013)

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The Death of our Privacy: Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Look into Privacy Policies on Social Media Sites

Fri, 03 May 2013 07:00:00 GMT

A February, 2013 article in the New York Times describes social media sites, including Facebook, as a kind of personal vault where sensitive information can accumulate for years, making a big haul for those looking to steal private info. Richard P. Console Jr. seeks to tackle the serious infringements on our privacy in his latest work, "Privacy is Dead and We Gladly Killed It."

(PRWeb May 03, 2013)

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Fear of Brain Injury Shouldn’t End Sports: Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Stand Up Against Sports Bans for Safety Reasons

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT

In recent months, sports-related brain injuries have made headlines nationwide, in part because of concerning new information regarding the long-term severity of head injuries. In his latest article, “Cutting off Your Nose to Protect Your Head: Banning Sports Is Not the Only Answer to Preventing Brain Injuries,” attorney Richard P. Console, Jr., urges researchers and the sports industry to consider other ways to prevent or reduce the amount of sports-related brain injuries rather than banning sports like football and boxing entirely.

(PRWeb April 26, 2013)

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Justice is Death: Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Dig into Evolving Attitudes on Capital Punishment in the United States

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT

As James Eagen Holmes awaits trial, prosecutors made it known this past week that they will seek the death penalty for his crimes, according to a March 2013 article in NBC News. Attorney Richard P. Console Jr. tackles that issue, and the evolution of capital punishment, in his latest work, “Death is Death.”

(PRWeb April 11, 2013)

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Protecting What’s Personal: Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Warn Consumers of Confusing Social Media Privacy Policies

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT

Historically, privacy policies on social media sites have created controversy, at times even leading the Federal Trade Commission to file official complaints against companies. In his most recent article, “A Little Privacy, Please! Your Rights and Social Media Policies, ”attorney Richard P. Console, Jr., examines the troubling developments of confusing privacy policy revisions.

(PRWeb April 10, 2013)

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Futuristic Medicine in the Modern Age: Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Examine the Implications of Knifeless Surgeries

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT

Surgeries without knives are making recovery processes easier and allowing patients unfit for the trauma of surgery to receive life-saving treatments. In his latest article, “No Knife Operations: The Next Generation of Surgeries,” Console explores the impact of these new medical technologies on the course of patients’ recovery and examines the implications for the future of medicine.

(PRWeb April 08, 2013)

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When Ignorance Equals Danger: Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Examine the Problem of Inadequate Recall Information for Consumers

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT

Each year, unsafe products cause $900 billion worth of harm in the form of injuries, deaths, and property damage – often to children. In his latest article, “Deadly Hazards in Your Home: What You Don’t Know About Product Recalls,” Console looks into the reasons why many consumers are not aware of recalls.

(PRWeb April 05, 2013)

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The Hidden Dangers of Nips and Tucks: Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Examine the Risks of Cosmetic Surgery

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 07:00:00 GMT

The increasing number of cosmetic surgeries indicates that the public may mistakenly believe these procedures are risk-free. In “Skin-Deep Beauty, Profound Risks,” Richard P. Console, Jr., examines the implications of underestimating the dangers of cosmetic surgery.

(PRWeb April 01, 2013)

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Sanctity of the Soda Fountain: Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Comment on Harvard Public Health Study Regarding Chronic Disease and Sugar Consumption

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT

More than 25,000 people die every year in the United States from preventable diseases, according to a recent study released by Harvard’s School of Public Health and made public by multiple media outlets, including USA Today, in March 2013. In his latest article, “A Big Gulp of Death” attorney Richard P. Console Jr. digs into the data involving obesity in the United States and the occurrences of chronic disease.

(PRWeb March 29, 2013)

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When Dream Vacations Become Nautical Nightmares: Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Examine Cruise Ship Safety

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT

Recent cruise ship mishaps have politicians calling for changes across the entire cruise line industry. Richard P. Console, Jr., reflects on the impact that these recent events could have on improving passenger safety in the long run and the plausibility of establishing a Passenger Bill of Rights his most recent article, “Will a Bill of Rights Help Cruise Ship Passengers Left Out to Sea?”

(PRWeb March 27, 2013)

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Animal Abuse Doesn’t Just Hurt the Dog: Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Look into the Public Safety Threat Posed by Animal Cruelty

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT

Animal abuse has long been linked to violence against humans. In his latest article, “Catching the Red Flags: How the Animal Cruelty Legacy Impacts Public Safety,” Richard P. Console, Jr. argues that animal cruelty is not only an animal rights issue, but a threat to public safety.

(PRWeb March 26, 2013)

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Deadly Threats Lurking in Every Meal: Richard P. Console, Jr., Looks Into the Increasing Danger of Severe Food Allergies

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT

Though we assign food a place in our hearts and our histories as well as our stomachs, it is no friend to the 15 million Americans suffering from food allergies. Richard P. Console, Jr. delves into the myths and realities of food allergy dangers and the search for a cure in his latest article, “Every Bite You Take: The Growing Danger of Food Allergies.”

(PRWeb March 25, 2013)

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Heart Beats: Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Weigh in on the FDA’s New Warning Against Zithromax

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT

A year-old report from the New England Journal of Medicine has prompted the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to warn doctors and patients about sharply increased heart risks when taking the popular antibiotic azithromycin, more commonly known as Zithromax or Z-Pak. In Philadelphia, personal injury attorney Richard P. Console Jr. wonders what this new federal alert could mean for patients who’ve already suffered a severe reaction to Zithromax.

(PRWeb March 22, 2013)

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Holding the Control: Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Examine Consumer Empowerment Through Online Petitions

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT

As the use and influence of social media communities has increased, so has the number of Americans taking a stand for safer food products with the help of online petitions. In his latest article, “Answering to Us: How Consumer Efforts Get Dangerous Products off the Market,” Richard P. Console, Jr., examines the trends behind successful consumer empowerment movements and urges all consumers to read, understand, and research product safety information.

(PRWeb March 21, 2013)

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Insurance Bad Faith Attorney Richard J. Hollawell Granted Certification by New Jersey Supreme Court in Badiali v. New Jersey Manufacturers Insurance Group

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT

Now entering its sixth year of battle on this case, attorney Richard J. Hollawell of Console & Hollawell, P.C. will get to plead his case in Badiali v. New Jersey Manufacturers Insurance Group (Supreme Court of New Jersey 071931) in front of the New Jersey Supreme Court. Hollawell is extremely pleased with the Supreme Court’s decision to hear the case, and feel it is a step in the right direction for consumer rights.

(PRWeb March 20, 2013)

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Arm the Flight Attendants? Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Talk about Issues Surrounding New TSA Security Standards in Airports and Airplanes

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will allow pocketknives, souvenir bats, and sports equipment as carry-on items beginning in April, a sharp change from security standards in place after the events of September 11, 2001, according to a March 2013 article published by CNN. Attorney Richard P. Console Jr. confronts the issue surrounding airplane security in his article, “Blades on a Plane.”

(PRWeb March 18, 2013)

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Celebrating 132 Years of Humanitarian Aid: Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Educate Community Members During Red Cross Month 2013

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT

Despite nationwide familiarity with the name, few people know just how much the American Red Cross has to offer families affected by disasters, accidents, and wars. In observance of American Red Cross Month 2013 this March, attorney and managing partner Richard P. Console applauds the valiant efforts of the charity and shares little-known information about the organization’s founding and current programs and services available.

(PRWeb March 15, 2013)

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When Romance Goes Wrong: Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Warn Men of Hidden Dangers in Marriage Proposal Plans

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT

In recent years, catastrophic marriage proposals have included engagement rings as choking hazards, hot-air balloon collisions, and downed planes carrying “Will you marry me?” signs. From a unique legal and safety-minded perspective, Richard P. Console Jr. cautions men about the dangers of elaborate proposals and urges them to plan ahead to minimize any risks to themselves or their intended brides-to-be in his recent news release, "Dangerous Proposals: Don't Try These at Home."

(PRWeb March 14, 2013)

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Our Outsides May Be Clean, Bur Our Insides Are Dirty: Attorney Richard P. Console Investigates the Chemicals in Our Cosmetics

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT

Endocrine-disrupting chemicals called phthalates have been linked to allergies, asthma, cancer, obesity, and neurodevelopmental problems in newborns, according to a recent study by the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Richard P. Console, managing partner of the law firm Console & Hollawell, seeks to discover why the Food and Drug Administration refuses to view the chemicals in our cosmetics as safety risks despite concerned scientists, medical professionals, and environmental health campaigners nationwide.

(PRWeb March 13, 2013)

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Fake Prescription Drugs Endanger Lives Across America: Richard P. Console, Jr. Addresses the Dangers of Counterfeit Medications

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT

Fake prescription drugs have been blamed for nearly 100,000 deaths each year worldwide, but many Americans are still unaware of the dangerous substances that could already be infiltrating their medicine cabinets. Richard P. Console of Console & Hollawell examines the impact of the counterfeit drug crisis on the health and safety of every American family in his new work, "These Aren’t the Drugs You’re Looking For: Counterfeit Meds in America."

(PRWeb March 12, 2013)

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Richard P. Console Warns Women that Wearing High Heels Can Cause Permanent Physical Damage

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 07:00:00 GMT

Many women wear high heels without knowing the serious risks posed by such unnatural footwear, including the possibility of permanent foot, leg, and joint damage. Some women are going so far as to have elective surgery to slice off a pinky toe in the name of fashion.

(PRWeb March 11, 2013)

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Cheaper Could be Lethal: Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Look into Ingredients in Processed Foods

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Americans consume 31 percent more processed food than fresh items, according to a report published by the New York Times. Alarm over rising obesity rates and occurrences of juvenile diabetes across the country has personal injury attorney Richard P. Console Jr. asking questions, digging for answers.

(PRWeb March 08, 2013)

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Attorney Richard P. Console Addresses Autism Stigma after Gun Violence

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Tragedy, public outrage, and wildly inaccurate rumors are a disastrous combination. In the wake of recent and deadly gun violence across the nation, public speculations that Autism Spectrum Disorders contributed to the horrific actions of these gunmen have only increased stigma against an often misunderstood population.

(PRWeb February 14, 2013)

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Inside Job: Medical Negligence Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Comment on Risks to Dialysis Patients and Impending Legal Action Over Fresenius Controversy

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 08:00:00 GMT

One in 10 adults in the United States has some form of chronic kidney disease, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Hundreds of thousands are on dialysis, dependent on drugs manufactured by companies like Fresenius Medical Care to remove toxins from their blood.

(PRWeb February 11, 2013)

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Dirty Drugs and We Know It: Attorneys at Console & Hollawell Comment on ISMP Survey Relating to Contaminated Drug Compounds and the Risks to Consumers

Fri, 08 Feb 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Many supposed ‘sterile’ drugs are often contaminated, according to a new survey of hospital pharmacists conducted by the Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP). The report, highlighted in a recent article by NBC News, says 13 percent of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians believe contamination of compounded sterile drugs occurred in their shops in 2012.

(PRWeb February 08, 2013)

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Smokers Welcome? Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Warn Against New Study Claiming Smokers’ Lungs Okay for Transplant Recipients

Fri, 01 Feb 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Analysis of lung transplant data from 2005 through 2011 by Temple researchers reportedly shows lungs transplanted from smokers with pack-a-day habits for more than 20 years are ‘likely safe.’ Personal injury lawyer Richard P. Console Jr. disagrees with this assertion from a patient safety standpoint.

(PRWeb February 01, 2013)

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Medical Breakthrough Opens New Lane in NFL Concussion Lawsuits: Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Remark on Research Finding CTE Evidence in Living Ex-Players

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Researchers conducting a pilot study out of the University of California Los Angeles have discovered signs of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) in the brains of living former NFL players. ESPN reports this event marks the first time brain scans have produced images of the proteins that cause the degenerative disease.

(PRWeb January 29, 2013)

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Colorado Shooter’s Psychiatrist Sued: Lawyers at Console & Hollawell See The Beginnings of Long Legal Battles in the Wake of a National Tragedy

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 08:00:00 GMT

The widow of a man killed in last year’s mass shooting at a Colorado movie theater has filed a lawsuit against the alleged gunman’s psychiatrist and the university employing her. The suit, filed in Colorado District Court (1:2013cv00080) on behalf of Chantel Blunk, claims Dr. Lynne Fenton, a psychiatrist working at the University of Colorado who saw alleged shooter James Holmes as a patient, did not notify authorities when she believed Holmes to be a risk to community safety.

(PRWeb January 21, 2013)

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ER Visits Possibly Linked to Energy Drinks Double since 2007: Attorneys at Console & Hollawell Call for Greater Transparency to Protect Young People from Further Harm

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Emergency room visits linked to energy drinks have doubled since 2007, according to a new report from the federal government. From 2007 to 2011, government researchers estimate the number of ER visits due to consumption of the highly-caffeinated beverages has soared from 10,000 nationwide to more than 20,000.

(PRWeb January 17, 2013)

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Hog Ties, Duct Tape, and Airlines: Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Discuss Liability Concerns over Restraining Passengers Mid-Flight

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Passengers on an Icelandair flight bound for New York subdued a fellow traveler who became aggressive, reportedly duct-taping him to his chair, according to a CNN report. The passenger, who allegedly spat at those around him, screamed profanities, and tried to choke the woman next to him, was met by police at John F. Kennedy Airport after the plane landed.

(PRWeb January 15, 2013)

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Punch Drunk Tired: the New Jersey Car Accident Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Warn Motorists of the Serious Risks of Drowsy Driving

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 08:00:00 GMT

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently shed light on a disturbing trend on America’s roads—drowsy driving. While many may not realize it, drivers get behind the wheel while tired all the time, and these sleepy can cause plenty of destruction.

(PRWeb January 14, 2013)

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Staring Down the Barrel of a Station Wagon: Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Recommend Caution over Crash-Related Fatalities and Gun Deaths

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Deaths from motor vehicle accidents across the country continue to decline to historic lows over the last 10 years, while firearm fatalities have steadily climbed over the same period. A new study compiled by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and reported on by USA Today shows that in several states, including Arizona, Michigan, and Colorado, the rate of deaths linked to firearms has exceeded those connected to traffic accidents.

(PRWeb January 11, 2013)

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Philadelphia Malpractice Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Explore Negligence as Overdoses from Prescription Painkillers Now Kill More People than Heroin

Tue, 08 Jan 2013 08:00:00 GMT

Overdoses from prescription painkillers kill an estimated 15,000 people each year in the United States, more than those caused by heroin and cocaine combined, according to a report published by TODAY. Many patients across the country aren’t taking these powerful medications to get high, the report stated.

(PRWeb January 08, 2013)

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Philadelphia Accident Attorneys at Console & Hollawell Call to Attention the Rising Number of Fatal Accidents over the Holiday Season

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 08:00:00 GMT

State police in Pennsylvania have released figures about motor vehicle crashes occurring over the holiday, and the numbers are not pretty. The Star Gazette reports accidents claimed the lives of seven people and injured 315 others from December 21 through Christmas.

(PRWeb January 07, 2013)

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New Jersey Personal Injury Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Comment on Backlash Following $100 Million Legal Claim in Newtown Massacre

Fri, 04 Jan 2013 08:00:00 GMT

There has been much controversy surrounding the recent $100 million claim filed, and subsequently withdrawn, following the Newtown shooting. The notice was filed by Connecticut attorney Irving Pinsky on behalf of the family of an unidentified six-year-old—the child survived the shooting, according to Reuters.

(PRWeb January 04, 2013)

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Wake-Up Call: Medical Malpractice Attorneys at Console & Hollawell Express Concern After Surgeon Gives Hepatitis B to Patients

Wed, 02 Jan 2013 08:00:00 GMT

A doctor with a chronic liver infection who performed joint replacement surgeries on patients in the United States unknowingly passed the virus to at least two patients, according to NBC News. The doctor, who remains unidentified, reportedly had chronic hepatitis B “for some time” without symptoms before coming in contact with patients and unknowingly passing the disease on to them.

(PRWeb January 02, 2013)

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Fake Drugs Entering the U.S.: Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Highlight Federal Warnings About Counterfeit Medications

Fri, 28 Dec 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Federal regulators are warning more than 350 doctors and medical practices across the country that the Botox they received from a supplier in Canada does not carry federal approval and is most likely counterfeit. The reportedly fake anti-wrinkle drug, shipped by a company owned by Canada Drugs, does not have the approval of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and therefore the agency can’t guarantee its effectiveness or its safety, according to NBC News.

(PRWeb December 28, 2012)

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A Serious Problem: Medical Malpractice Lawyers at Console & Hollawell React to Alarming Doctor Error Statistics from Johns Hopkins University Researchers

Wed, 26 Dec 2012 08:00:00 GMT

Every patient hears the same old adage: there’s no such thing as a routine surgery. While any procedure carries its own inherent risks, researchers from Johns Hopkins University are finding an alarming number of medical ‘never ever’ events after a thorough analysis of medical malpractice claims across the country.

(PRWeb December 26, 2012)

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New Jersey Accident Lawyers at Console & Hollawell Commend Montgomery County’s ‘Operation Safe Holiday,’ Urge All to Participate

Mon, 24 Dec 2012 08:00:00 GMT

There is no excuse for the nearly 12,000 drunk-driving accidents that occurred across Pennsylvania last year.* A recent report from Philly Burbs* explained that in order to combat the high occurrence of these kinds of accidents, officials across Montgomery County are standing together with ‘Operation Safe Holiday.’

(PRWeb December 24, 2012)

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