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		<title>Campaign to Promote Employment for People with Disabilities in Pennsylvania</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2009 17:43:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[CAMP HILL, PA - Many people with disabilities want to work, but need training and help to find a job.  In addition, many individuals are afraid of losing social security and medical benefits.  AHEDD, a private, non-profit agency announces the &#8220;Works for me&#8221; campaign.  The initiative will expand awareness about how people with disabilities can [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="aligncenter"><a href="http://www.thesuasionway.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/wfm-logo-jpeg.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-141 alignright" style="float: right;" title="wfm-logo-jpeg" src="http://www.thesuasionway.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/wfm-logo-jpeg.jpg" alt="" width="247" height="235" /></a><strong>CAMP HILL, PA</strong> - Many people with disabilities want to work, but need training and help to find a job.  In addition, many individuals are afraid of losing social security and medical benefits.  AHEDD, a private, non-profit agency announces the &#8220;Works for me&#8221; campaign.  The initiative will expand awareness about how people with disabilities can join the workforce.</p>
<p>Launching in October to coincide with National Disability Employment Awareness Month, the campaign will respond to what research has found to be several of the greatest barriers to employment among individuals with disabilities - the fear and/or misunderstanding of not receiving the support or training needed to obtain a job or losing financial security and health care benefits if employment is achieved.</p>
<p>&#8220;People with disabilities may be able to join the workforce and increase their financial well being,&#8221; according to John Miller, AHEDD Vice President.  &#8220;The Social Security Administration and PA Department of Public Welfare have made improvements to policies and introduced new initiatives to promote employment.  These efforts complement existing resources and services provided by the PA Office of Vocational Rehabilitation and Career Link system.  There are numerous options available to help individuals find employment and increase their financial well being.  &#8220;Works for me&#8221; helps individuals navigate what is sometimes a confusing system.&#8221;</p>
<p>&#8220;Works for me&#8221; is a resource for people with any kind of disability including mental health, physical, sensory or developmental.  Through a Hotline number (1-866-902-4333 ext. 192), an individual can quickly and easily connect with a coordinator to determine which program is best for them and receive the guidance they need to make a decision about employment.  Information is also available at www.WorksForMe-PA.org.</p>
<p>In Pennsylvania, there are over 530,000 working aged individuals with disabilities (ages 18-64), and over 60,000 youth receiving benefits from the Social Security Administration.  According to a National Beneficiary Survey conducted by Mathematica Policy Research, 44% of beneficiaries reported a goal of getting a job or a better paying job within the next five years.  Of these, over half were working or actively seeking employment during the prior year of the survey.  This study and related initiatives contrast a common stereotype that people with disabilities can not work and will rely on government benefits for their entire life.  According to Miller, &#8220;this represents a profound economic development opportunity for the state and local communities.&#8221;</p>
<p>On an individual level, there are countless benefits associated with employment for people with disabilities.  &#8220;Employment gives a sense of purpose, pride, accomplishment and becomes part of a person&#8217;s identity,&#8221; he explained.  &#8220;It provides an opportunity to take part in the community, develop new relationships and give back to society.&#8221;  The &#8220;Works for me&#8221; program will encourage those who want to be employed and have the drive and motivation to join the workforce to do so without facing intimidation from complex and confusing rules and other barriers.</p>
<p>The &#8220;Works for me&#8221; campaign kick-offs in October with statewide television and billboard advertising in addition to the launch of a new Hotline and Web site.  The campaign will share personal stories of people with disabilities who, through employment, have benefited both personally and financially.  One such featured story will be that of Oni, a 50-year-old, Philadelphia woman employed as a Community Work Incentive Coordinator.</p>
<p>Oni is working because it helped her improve her quality of life.  She discovered the WIPA program and found out what she&#8217;s eligible to receive without losing benefits.  &#8220;Since working, I&#8217;m getting to a point where I don&#8217;t have to rely on social security anymore,&#8221; Oni said.  &#8220;And it&#8217;s opened doors for things I wasn&#8217;t aware of.&#8221;</p>
<p>&#8220;I was scared that I would start to work and lose my benefits,&#8221; she explained.  &#8220;But, I found out about WIPA, and realized that&#8217;s not true.  I&#8217;ve had improvements made to my home to make it more accessible and received funding for my wheelchair.&#8221;</p>
<p>&#8220;Works for me&#8221; represents resources that can direct you to agencies and programs that help people with disabilities in Pennsylvania get a job.  We will review your specific situation and guide you to resources that will help you find a job, obtain training, keep health insurance, get assistive technology, or find other support you may need.  There are many great reasons to work and, with the resources we have available, it is possible!  And, contrary to what some people believe, you can work without losing your financial security or health care benefits.  &#8220;Works for me&#8221; is here to help answer your questions about working!</p>
<p>To learn more about personal stories or obtain additional information, please contact Karen Gross at (717) 432-2468 or visit www.WorksForMe-PA.org.</p>
<p>About AHEDD<br />
AHEDD is a private, non-profit agency with a mission to serve the community as a catalyst in the employment and development of persons with disabilities.  Established in 1977 with headquarters in Camp Hill, PA, AHEDD serves the community by collaborating with business, government and people with disabilities.  AHEDD provides employment services and community education through a field office network throughout Pennsylvania and Delaware.  AHEDD has collaborated with Suasion, LLC of Dillsburg, PA to design and launch the &#8220;Works for me&#8221; campaign.  Suasion is a marketing and communications firm providing services to nonprofit and mission-based for-profit organizations such as health care providers; educational institutions; social services; advocacy, protection and education organizations; associations; and, long term and continuing care facilities.</p>
<p>This document was produced with funds from the CMS Medicaid Infrastructure Grant (CFDA# 93.768).</p>
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		<title>Experienced Trial and Appellate Attorney Named Vice-Chair of Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of PA</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2009 17:36:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[(Harrisburg, Pa.) &#8212; Active trial and appellate attorney, Carl D. Buchholz, III has been named the new Vice-Chair of the Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania effective September  19, 2009. While his term as Vice-Chair is one year, he has also been reappointed for his second three-year term as a Board member. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; color: #000000; font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://www.thesuasionway.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/carl-buchholz.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-138 alignright" style="float: right;" title="carl-buchholz" src="http://www.thesuasionway.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/carl-buchholz.jpg" alt="" width="172" height="253" /></a></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman,Times,serif;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">(Harrisburg, Pa.)</span> &#8212; Active trial and appellate attorney, Carl D. Buchholz, III has been named the new Vice-Chair </span></span><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman,Times,serif;">of the Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania effective September  19, 2009. While his term as Vice-Chair is one year, he has also been reappointed for his second three-year term as a Board member. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman,Times,serif;"> Having been appointed to the Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania in 2006 as a Board member, Buchholz feels privileged to be named Vice-Chair. &#8220;It is an honor not only to be reappointed to the Board, but to be appointed Vice-Chair. I look forward to using my past experience as a Board member to help me carry out the duties of Vice-Chair and assisting Board Chair William Pietragallo, III in carrying out the work of the Disciplinary Board.  I hope to carry out those duties as well as outgoing Vice-Chair Frank O&#8217;Connor did,&#8221; says Buchholz, a Philadelphia native.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman,Times,serif;"> The Disciplinary Board is an independent agency funded by the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania and consists of 14 members, of whom 12 are attorneys and two are non-lawyers, from across the state.  The Board assists the Supreme Court in carrying out its exclusive jurisdiction over the licensing and discipline of attorneys in Pennsylvania.  The members meet regularly to decide cases, policies and board administrative matters. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman,Times,serif;"> Buchholz has prior experience in addressing ethical issues involving lawyers, having served on the Supreme Court&#8217;s Client Security Fund Committee as both Board member and Chairman. The Client Security Fund reimburses clients whose lawyers misappropriate their clients&#8217; funds.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman,Times,serif;"> Buchholz is a partner at Rawle &amp; Henderson, LLP, which has seven offices located throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, in addition to its main office in Philadelphia, Pa. With over 39 years of experience in law, Mr. Buchholz has substantial experience representing clients in appellate, insurance coverage, maritime, and casualty and premises liability matters.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman,Times,serif;"> As head of Rawle &amp; Henderson&#8217;s Appellate and Maritime Departments, Buchholz has appeared before the Pennsylvania Supreme, Superior, and Commonwealth Courts, as well as United States Supreme Court. Buchholz&#8217;s practice also includes litigating insurance coverage and indemnity disputes related to commercial contracts and insurance policies. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times New Roman,Times,serif;"> Buchholz received his law degree from Villanova Law School in 1970, where he was a member of the Villanova Law Review and graduated with honors. He is a Proctor in Admiralty, and a member of the bars of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the United States District for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, the United States Court of Appeals for Third Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court.</span></span></div>
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<p><strong>About the Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of PA</strong></p>
<p>The Disciplinary Board&#8217;s goals are to protect the general public, maintain a high standard of integrity in the legal profession, and safeguard the reputation of the courts of Pennsylvania. The Disciplinary Board was created by the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania to review conduct and assure compliance by all attorneys to the Pennsylvania Rules of Professional Conduct. For more information about the Disciplinary Board, please visit www.padb.us.</p>
<p>For more information regarding this press release, please contact Megan Kurtz at 717-432-2468 or email at &#x4d;&#x65;&#x67;&#x61;&#x6e;&#x40;&#x54;&#x68;&#x65;&#x53;&#x75;&#x61;&#x73;&#x69;&#x6f;&#x6e;&#x57;&#x61;&#x79;&#x2e;&#x63;om.</p>
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		<title>Aggressive Actions Taken To Stop Disbarred Lawyer From Continuing To Practice</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[(Harrisburg, Pa.)— In early August of this year, the Office of Disciplinary Counsel (ODC) filed in the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County a civil complaint, therein asking the Honorable Pamela Pryor Dembe, President Judge of that court, to enjoin a disbarred Philadelphia attorney from continuing to practice law. The last time ODC had [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: ">(Harrisburg, Pa.)</span></strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: ">— In early August of this year, the Office of Disciplinary Counsel (ODC) filed in the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County a civil complaint, therein asking the Honorable Pamela Pryor Dembe, President Judge of that court, to enjoin a disbarred Philadelphia attorney from continuing to practice law.<span> </span>The last time ODC had to take such a drastic step to prevent a disbarred attorney from practicing law was 20 years ago.<span> </span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: ">The Office of Disciplinary Counsel is the investigative and prosecutorial arm of the Disciplinary Board, which is an agency of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.<span> </span>The primary mission of ODC and the Disciplinary Board is to protect the public.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: ">The complaint, which was filed against former attorney Allen L. Feingold, alleged that after his disbarment, Feingold pursued civil claims on behalf of himself and former clients as “co-plaintiffs”; failed to advise clients of his inability to practice law, as required by Supreme Court rules; and, used letterhead in the name of a licensed attorney, Jeffry Pearson, to mail and fax correspondence to lawyers, judges and clients, without Pearson’s knowledge or consent.<span> </span>In addition to requesting injunctive relief, ODC’s complaint requested that Judge Dembe appoint retired Supreme Court Justice Russell Nigro to serve as conservator and to take control of the files of Feingold’s former clients.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: ">In March 2006, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court suspended Feingold for three years for failing to correct false testimony given by a client during a deposition, instructing an employee in a medical office to falsely say that she could not locate the client-patient’s medical records that had been subpoenaed by opposing counsel, and filing two frivolous lawsuits.<span> </span>In August 2006, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court suspended Feingold for two years, to run consecutively to the first suspension, for choking a judge <em>pro tem </em>who had entered a ruling that Feingold did not agree with.<span> </span>Both orders of suspension directed Feingold to comply with rules requiring that he notify clients of his suspension and disengage from the practice of law.<span> </span><span> </span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: ">Under disciplinary enforcement rules promulgated by the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania attorneys who are on inactive status, administratively suspended, suspended or disbarred are allowed to work in a law office that is staffed on a full-time basis by a supervising attorney who is licensed and in good standing.<span> </span>The rules, however, place significant restrictions on the former attorney.<span> </span>Direct communication with clients and third parties is limited to ministerial matters, such as scheduling and billing, and the former attorney is not allowed to render legal consultation or advice, appear on behalf of a client in court or at a deposition, negotiate a settlement, or handle client funds.<span> </span>A former attorney who is suspended or disbarred is not allowed to work for any law firm or lawyer with whom the former attorney was associated on or after the date on which the acts that resulted in the loss of license occurred, through and including the effective date of the disbarment or suspension.<span> </span><span> </span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: ">In June 2007, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court entered an order holding Feingold in contempt for willful violation of the suspension orders and referred the matter to the Disciplinary Board for a hearing to determine the sanction.<span> </span>After finding that Feingold failed to notify clients of his suspensions; failed to withdraw his appearances from cases; continued to engage in “law-related activities;” and, failed to pay costs associated with the proceedings that led to his suspensions, the Disciplinary Board unanimously recommended that Feingold be disbarred.<span> </span>In August 2008, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court disbarred Feingold.<span> </span>The Disciplinary Board’s reports and recommendations to the Supreme Court in the suspension and disbarment matters are available at the Disciplinary Board’s Web site at <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.padb.us</span>. <span> </span><span> </span><span> </span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: ">According to the complaint for injunctive relief filed by ODC in the Court of Common Pleas, “there exists no adequate remedy at law to prohibit defendant’s [Feingold’s] conduct and therefore an injunction is necessary and warranted in this matter.”</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: ">William Pietragallo, II, Chairman of the Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of PA, said, “The disciplinary system exists to regulate attorney conduct, and ensure proper action is taken for individuals who don’t follow the rules. While an injunction is very rare, there are times when this drastic measure must be taken in order to protect the public.”</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: ">After hearings on several dates, Judge Dembe entered an order on September 2, 2009 enjoining Feingold from engaging in the unlawful practice of law, and an order on September 10, 2009 appointing Justice Nigro to act as conservator “to protect the interests of [Feingold’s] present and former clients.”</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: ">About Office of Disciplinary Counsel</span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: ">The Office of Disciplinary Counsel (ODC) is the investigative and prosecutorial division of the disciplinary system, and its primary mission is protection of the public. The role of ODC is to investigate complaints against attorneys, and when appropriate, prosecute.<span> </span>ODC also provides educational programs for attorneys and consumers. The Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of PA is responsible for the ODC.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: ">About Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania</span></strong></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: ">The Disciplinary Board’s goals are to protect the general public, maintain a high standard of integrity in the legal profession, and safeguard the reputation of the courts in Pennsylvania.<span> </span>The Disciplinary Board was created by the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania to review conduct and assure compliance by all attorneys with the Pennsylvania Rules of Professional Conduct and Pennsylvania Rules of Disciplinary Enforcement.<span> </span>For more information about the Disciplinary Board, and information about Pennsylvania attorneys, including license status and public discipline, please visit <a href="http://www.padb.us/">www.padb.us</a>.<span> </span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: ">For more information about this press release, please contact Megan Kurtz at 717-432-2468 or <a href="mailto:&#x4d;&#x65;&#x67;&#x61;&#x6e;&#x40;&#x54;&#x68;&#x65;&#x53;&#x75;&#x61;&#x73;&#x69;&#x6f;&#x6e;&#x77;&#x61;&#x79;&#x2e;&#x63;om">&#x4d;&#x65;&#x67;&#x61;&#x6e;&#x40;&#x54;&#x68;&#x65;&#x53;&#x75;&#x61;&#x73;&#x69;&#x6f;&#x6e;&#x77;&#x61;&#x79;&#x2e;&#x63;om</a>.</span></p>
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		<description><![CDATA[(York, Pa.) – Over the last several weeks, the I Can! Challenge, a free, step-by-step health improvement program, has changed the lives of many people living with heart disease or diabetes. As a result of the success, and to continue to motivate individuals, a community celebration event will be held on Saturday, August 1st, from [...]]]></description>
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<p style="text-align: left;"><strong>(York, Pa.)</strong> – Over the last several weeks, the I Can! Challenge, a free, step-by-step health improvement program, has changed the lives of many people living with heart disease or diabetes. As a result of the success, and to continue to motivate individuals, a community celebration event will be held on <strong>Saturday, August 1st, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Brown’s Orchards &amp; Farm Market in Loganville</strong>. The <strong>FREE</strong> event is open to the public. It’s an opportunity to celebrate wellness and health, and motivate attendees to be healthy.</p>
<p>The I Can! Challenge offers those with heart disease or diabetes support by giving simple, easy-to-follow tools to help improve their condition. Jenny Felizzi of York, one of the five public challengers, states, “This new lifestyle has been such an eye-opener for me.  I can&#8217;t believe how different I feel and how many areas of my life these changes have touched - changes I never would have expected.”</p>
<p>While the 12 weeks of the Challenge are coming to an end, the lifestyle and health changes made by participants should not. The five challengers, along with the public, have learned that these changes are for life. There’s a need for them to continue watching food portions, exercising, communicating with their doctor, and more as they continue on in their lives. Therefore, the celebration event will include healthy fun for the whole family! People attending can hear the success stories of those who have participated and learn healthy lifestyle tips. The event will help people that want to become motivated to improve their health or to continue and maintain a healthy lifestyle.</p>
<p>Area health-related organizations will be on site, including: <strong><em>Family First Health, Susan P. Byrnes Health Education Center, YMCA of York, TOPS, York Literacy Council, Eight Stones Yoga, and more</em></strong>. They provide services, such as health care and education, fitness, nutrition, adult literacy, and more! People can also participate in live demonstrations, such as yoga, portion control, and basic cardio fitness, as well as enter to win door prizes! Live entertainment will be provided throughout the day from <strong>WARM 103.3’s Kelly West and WSOX 96.1’s Fuzzy Summers. </strong></p>
<p>Another public challenger, Vickie Kelly of Red Lion states, “I sure am thankful for this Challenge; it is helping me help myself.”</p>
<p>The I Can! Challenge is a program of Aligning Forces for Quality in South Central Pennsylvania. To learn more about this press release or the event, sponsored in part by Highmark Blue Shield, please visit www.icanchallenge.com or contact Stefanie Hare at 717-432-2468 or &#x53;&#x74;&#x65;&#x66;&#x61;&#x6e;&#x69;&#x65;&#x40;&#x74;&#x68;&#x65;&#x73;&#x75;&#x61;&#x73;&#x69;&#x6f;&#x6e;&#x77;&#x61;&#x79;&#x2e;&#x63;om.</p>
<p><strong>About the I Can! Challenge</strong><br />
The Challenge is a free 12-week program for those with diabetes or heart disease in York and Adams counties. The program provides participants with direction and support with diet, exercise, stress relief and more. Those interested in taking the Challenge can sign up online at <a href="http://www.icanchallenge.com">www.ICanChallenge.com</a>.</p>
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		<title>York County Marketing Firm Hires New Account Coordinator Stefanie Hare</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2009 18:09:39 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[(Dillsburg, Pa.) - Suasion, an integrated marketing communications firm dedicated to serving nonprofit and mission-based organizations, has selected Stefanie Hare to serve as Account Coordinator. Ms. Hare&#8217;s primary responsibilities include assisting with public relations, advertising, and street level marketing programs.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.thesuasionway.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/stefanie.jpg"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-135" title="stefanie" src="http://www.thesuasionway.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/stefanie.jpg" alt="" width="217" height="314" /></a><strong>(Dillsburg, </strong><strong>Pa.)</strong> - Suasion, an integrated marketing communications firm dedicated to serving nonprofit and mission-based organizations, has selected Stefanie Hare to serve as Account Coordinator. Ms. Hare&#8217;s primary responsibilities include assisting with public relations, advertising, and street level marketing programs.</p>
<p>Victoria Radabaugh, founder and President of Suasion, LLC, feels Ms. Hare will be a great addition to the Suasion team.  According to Ms. Radabaugh, &#8220;Stefanie possesses the experience and enthusiasm to contribute greatly to our mission. We are thrilled to have Stefanie&#8217;s writing and communications skills to support our clients&#8217; objectives. In addition to her public relations experience, Stefanie brings to us a great passion for the work we do and the clients we serve.&#8221;</p>
<p>Previously, as Marketing &amp; Public Relations Associate for a Baltimore area museum, Ms. Hare was responsible for public relations, news media relations, and written and oral communications. While there, she also contributed to building public awareness and executing marketing initiatives and strategies.</p>
<p>Ms. Hare also worked for a research company, where she recruited and mentored student interns, developed extensive research reports, and wrote all of the company&#8217;s press releases.</p>
<p>&#8220;I&#8217;m very excited to bring my experience to Suasion and look forward to supporting Suasion&#8217;s unique mission,&#8221; said Ms. Hare.  &#8220;It is exciting to be part of such a dynamic team that works so hard and creatively to make a difference.&#8221;</p>
<p>Ms. Hare is a graduate of Towson University, where she double majored and earned her degree in Public Relations and Communication Studies. In her free time, she enjoys playing piano and guitar, quilting, and going on nature hikes.</p>
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About Suasion</strong><br />
Suasion is a marketing and communications firm providing successful communications including public relations, advertising, Web site development, market research, grassroots marketing, branding, customer service training and strategic planning to organizations driven by a social mission. Organizations in the health care, social service, long term care and educational markets receive effective services in the most efficient means possible.  For more information on Suasion, visit <a href="http://www.thesuasionway.com">www.TheSuasionWay.com</a>, or contact Megan Kurtz at <a href="mailto:&#x6d;&#x65;&#x67;&#x61;&#x6e;&#x40;&#x74;&#x68;&#x65;&#x73;&#x75;&#x61;&#x73;&#x69;&#x6f;&#x6e;&#x77;&#x61;&#x79;&#x2e;&#x63;om">&#x4d;&#x65;&#x67;&#x61;&#x6e;&#x40;&#x54;&#x68;&#x65;&#x53;&#x75;&#x61;&#x73;&#x69;&#x6f;&#x6e;&#x57;&#x61;&#x79;&#x2e;&#x63;om</a> or 717-432-2468.</p>
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		<title>NOT JUST ANOTHER WALK-A-THON FOR CENTRAL PA RESIDENTS</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 16:45:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[(Camp Hill, Pa.)—Many organizations have walks to raise money for their cause, but the Center for Independent Living of Central PA (CILCP) is doing something a little different than the rest. Many of CILCP’s consumers use wheelchairs, walkers, scooters, or other adaptive equipment to live their lives and do their everyday activities. So, it’s no [...]]]></description>
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<p><strong>(Camp Hill, Pa.)—</strong>Many organizations have walks to raise money for their cause, but the Center for Independent Living of Central PA (CILCP) is doing something a little different than the rest. Many of CILCP’s consumers use wheelchairs, walkers, scooters, or other adaptive equipment to live their lives and do their everyday activities. So, it’s no surprise that they’re making sure their walk is accessible to all. People with any type of disability or ability are invited to sign up for the first annual Walk ‘N Roll for Living Well on July 18th at City Island.</p>
<p>Participants of all ages, abilities, and disabilities will walk, roll, or jog three laps around City Island in Harrisburg, rain or shine. Following the walk at 10 a.m., attendees will be able to enjoy food, drinks, and festivities until 2:00 p.m.</p>
<p>As an organization made up and serving people with all types of disabilities in Central PA, the proceeds will help the CILCP continue to provide services and ensure people with disabilities are living well – from finding housing and transportation, to providing accessible fitness equipment, as well as other services that assist people to live independently.</p>
<p>Everyone is encouraged to participate by forming teams or joining individually. Participants who register by June 25, 2009, receive a free Walk ’N Roll t-shirt and a discounted registration fee of $20.00. After June 25, the registration fee is $25.00, and participants are not guaranteed a t-shirt. Children age 5 or younger may participate for free, but will not receive a t-shirt.</p>
<p>In addition, families and corporate teams are encouraged to raise a minimum of $100 in sponsorship donations from neighbors, family, friends and business associates. Prizes will be awarded to the Individual, Family Team and Corporate Team that raise the most donations.</p>
<p>Theotis W. Braddy, Executive Director at CILCP, states “The Walk ‘N Roll for Living Well is one of the many things we’re doing as part of our Living Well With A Disability initiative. Our organization has been established by people with disabilities, for people with disabilities to assist in achieving goals, meeting challenges, fulfilling dreams, and ultimately to live well. In addition to unifying the community, this event will help us provide more opportunities for people with disabilities and increase public awareness. Anyone at any given moment can become disabled and we want to be able to continue to provide the services to individuals as long as we can.”</p>
<p>Tanya Foster, evening news anchor from CBS 21 and CW15, and Central PA’s Living Well With A Disability spokesperson will serve as host for the event.</p>
<p>For more information or to register, visit <a href="http://www.CILCP.org">www.CILCP.org</a> or call 717-731-1900 or (717) 737-1335 (TTY). Participants may also register on the day of the event at the Carousel Pavilion. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. and the walk ‘n roll begins at 10:00 a.m. All City Island facilities and the route are accessible. Sign language interpreters and CART will be provided.</p>
<p>The event is supported by CBS21 News, CW15, PinnacleHealth, Keystone Professional Property Services, and Conforti Physical Therapy &amp; Fitness Center.</p>
<p><strong>About CILCP</strong><br />
The Center for Independent Living of Central PA (CILCP) is a consumer controlled, cross disability organization dedicated to assisting people with disabilities to achieve and maintain independent life styles.  The organization assists individuals with any type of disability to find resources available to meet their needs, wishes and aspirations through Living Well With A Disability. To learn more about the CILCP visit their Web site at <a href="http://www.cilcp.org">www.cilcp.org</a>, and to learn more about Living Well With A Disability, visit <a href="http://www.livingwellwithadisability.org">www.livingwellwithadisability.org</a>.</p>
<p>For more information regarding this press release, please contact Megan Kurtz at 717-432-2468 or email at <a href="mailto:&#x4d;&#x65;&#x67;&#x61;&#x6e;&#x40;&#x54;&#x68;&#x65;&#x53;&#x75;&#x61;&#x73;&#x69;&#x6f;&#x6e;&#x57;&#x61;&#x79;&#x2e;&#x63;om">&#x4d;&#x65;&#x67;&#x61;&#x6e;&#x40;&#x54;&#x68;&#x65;&#x53;&#x75;&#x61;&#x73;&#x69;&#x6f;&#x6e;&#x57;&#x61;&#x79;&#x2e;&#x63;om</a>.</p>
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		<title>Discplinary Board of Pennsylvania Makes Address Change Process Easier for Attorneys</title>
		<link>http://www.thesuasionway.com/2009/05/discplinary-board-of-pennsylvania-makes-addresschange-process-easier-for-attorneys/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2009 19:01:33 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[(Lemoyne, Pa.) - The Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania announces an improvement in the way Pennsylvania attorneys submit address changes. Now, attorneys are able to change their address by visiting the Web site, http://www.padisciplinaryboard.org/addressrequest/login2.php, and submitting the form online.
 
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<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">By providing attorneys with the ability to submit the information electronically, the Disciplinary Board is simplifying the process for attorneys, keeping up-to-date with current technology, and remaining cost efficient. Should attorneys not want to submit the information online, they still have the option to print and mail the form. The Disciplinary Board requires all address changes to be reported within 30 days of moving.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>In a four to six month period, the Disciplinary Board processes about 7,000 requests.</p>
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<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">To access the form, attorneys are required to enter their attorney ID number and the last four digits of their social security number. For those using the online forms, information is submitted immediately.</p>
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<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">“We are continually finding new ways to enhance the communications and administrative functions for attorneys and consumers. We are excited to provide a method that’s efficient for everyone involved,” Joe Farrell, Executive Director of the Disciplinary Board said.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">The Disciplinary Board is an independent agency funded by the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>It consists of 14 members, of whom 12 are attorneys and two are non-lawyers, from across the state.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>The Disciplinary Board’s goals are to protect the general public, maintain a high standard of integrity in the legal profession, and safeguard the reputation of the courts in Pennsylvania. The members meet regularly to decide on cases, policies, and board administrative matters.</p>
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<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">For more information about the Pennsylvania Disciplinary Board, please visit <a href="http://www.padisciplinaryboard.org">www.padisciplinaryboard.org</a> or contact Megan Kurtz at 717-432-2468 or <a href="mailto:&#x4d;&#x65;&#x67;&#x61;&#x6e;&#x40;&#x54;&#x68;&#x65;&#x53;&#x75;&#x61;&#x73;&#x69;&#x6f;&#x6e;&#x77;&#x61;&#x79;&#x2e;&#x63;om">&#x4d;&#x65;&#x67;&#x61;&#x6e;&#x40;&#x54;&#x68;&#x65;&#x53;&#x75;&#x61;&#x73;&#x69;&#x6f;&#x6e;&#x77;&#x61;&#x79;&#x2e;&#x63;om</a>.</p>
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		<title>Local Nonprofit Earns A Symbol of Trust</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2009 18:59:21 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[(Camp Hill, Pa.) – The Center for Independent Living of Central PA (CILCP), a non-profit organization that’s made up of and serves people with all types of disabilities has been awarded the Pennsylvania Association of Nonprofit Organizations (PANO) Seal of Excellence. After a lengthy and very involved process, CILCP was evaluated to determine its compliance [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong><a href="http://www.thesuasionway.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/tucker-janetta-pano-award.jpg"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-129" title="CILCP\'s President, Tucker Hill and Director of Operations, Janetta Green proudly accept the PANO award." src="http://www.thesuasionway.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/tucker-janetta-pano-award.jpg" alt="CILCP\'s President, Tucker Hill and Director of Operations, Janetta Green proudly accept the PANO award." width="235" height="308" /></a>(Camp Hill, Pa.)</strong> – The Center for Independent Living of Central PA (CILCP), a non-profit organization that’s made up of and serves people with all types of disabilities has been awarded the Pennsylvania Association of Nonprofit Organizations (PANO) Seal of Excellence. After a lengthy and very involved process, CILCP was evaluated to determine its compliance with PANO’s Standards for Excellence: An Ethics and Accountability Code for the Nonprofit Sector.</p>
<p>The Standards for Excellence is based on values such as honesty, integrity, fairness, respect, trust, responsibility, and accountability. All of the requirements needed to receive this honor go beyond the minimum legal requirements outlining how governed nonprofits should operate. CILCP’s programs and services, management, fundraising, and financial practices were reviewed extensively before the certification was awarded.</p>
<p>As a result of CILCP’s dedication to establishing and maintaining an organization of trust, CILCP can now display the Seal of Excellence. “We are proud to display the Seal of Excellence. We want the community to have confidence and trust in our organization. CILCP’s work on behalf of individuals with disabilities demonstrates our dedication to our cause and to meeting the highest standards of ethical practice,” Janetta Green, Director of Operations for CILCP said. </p>
<p>According to Joe Geiger, Executive Director of PANO, “Organizations that are successful in the certification program should be commended for their commitment to excellence and integrity. With every new organization that meets the Standards, we move one step closer to the day when the public feels confident that its nonprofit organizations are acting ethically.”</p>
<p>The first effort of its kind in the nation, the Standards for Excellence program was developed by a team of volunteers from Maryland’s nonprofit community. Pennsylvania, as well as five other states, offer this program.</p>
<p><strong>About Center for Independent Living of Central PA</strong></p>
<p>The Center for Independent Living of Central PA (CILCP) is a consumer controlled, cross disability organization dedicated to assisting people with disabilities to achieve and maintain independent life styles.  The organization assists individuals with any type of disability to find resources available to meet their needs, wishes and aspirations through Living Well With A Disability. To learn more about the CILCP visit their Web site at <a href="http://www.cilcp.org">www.cilcp.org</a>, and to learn more about Living Well With A Disability, visit <a href="http://www.livingwellwithadisability.org">www.livingwellwithadisability.org</a>.</p>
<p>For more information regarding this press release, please contact Megan Kurtz at <a href="mailto:&#x4d;&#x65;&#x67;&#x61;&#x6e;&#x40;&#x54;&#x68;&#x65;&#x53;&#x75;&#x61;&#x73;&#x69;&#x6f;&#x6e;&#x57;&#x61;&#x79;&#x2e;&#x63;om">&#x4d;&#x65;&#x67;&#x61;&#x6e;&#x40;&#x54;&#x68;&#x65;&#x53;&#x75;&#x61;&#x73;&#x69;&#x6f;&#x6e;&#x57;&#x61;&#x79;&#x2e;&#x63;om</a> or (717) 432 – 2468.</p>
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		<title>Center for Independent Living of Central PA Receives Nonprofit Innovation Award</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 26 May 2009 18:56:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[(Camp Hill, Pa.)—The Center for Independent Living of Central PA (CILCP) was recently recognized for its innovative program, Living Well With A Disability, at the Central Penn Business Journal’s 2009 Nonprofit Innovation Awards ceremony. CILCP, a nonprofit organization, which is made up of and serves people with all types of disabilities, won the award for [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong><a href="http://www.thesuasionway.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/suasion-staff-nonprofit-innovation-awards-2009-web.jpg"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-128" title="Theo Braddy with Suasion, who developed the campaign." src="http://www.thesuasionway.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/suasion-staff-nonprofit-innovation-awards-2009-web-350x264.jpg" alt="Theo Braddy with Suasion, who developed the campaign." width="350" height="264" /></a>(Camp Hill, Pa.)—</strong>The Center for Independent Living of Central PA (CILCP) was recently recognized for its innovative program, Living Well With A Disability, at the Central Penn Business Journal’s 2009 Nonprofit Innovation Awards ceremony. CILCP, a nonprofit organization, which is made up of and serves people with all types of disabilities, won the award for the “Brand Identity/Unique Marketing Campaign” category.</p>
<p>The entries in the “Brand Identity/Unique Marketing Campaign” category were judged on factors such as: how innovative the campaign is; its purpose; how it furthers the mission of the organization; its benefits to the community; changes that have been brought because of it; its ability to be a model to other organizations; and results that weren’t anticipated.</p>
<p>In partner with Suasion, a marketing and communications firm focused on non-profits and social services, CILCP recognized they were challenged by the lack of understanding of the organization’s name. “With Suasion’s support, we understood that the “Center for Independent Living” is a phrase that few outside of the independent living arena understand. Relative to the number of people who could benefit from CILCP’s services, few were aware of our services,” stated Theo Braddy, Executive Director of CILCP.</p>
<p>In addition, most social services organizations are very program-focused, which is largely due to the way these organizations operate. CILCP is no different in this regard.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>Each program within the organization may operate fairly independently and not take advantage of the efficiencies and shared resources inherent in a more collaborative approach. As such, CILCP’s previous marketing efforts were largely made up of individual program managers acquiring new consumers for their own program, with little cross marketing or sharing of consumers between programs.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span></p>
<p>In an effort to communicate the organization in a way that resonated with their target audience, and to provide an umbrella that would attract people to all of its programs, a new brand identity and marketing campaign was developed: Living Well With A Disability - One Call. Countless Resources. Endless Opportunities. The unique concept describes exactly what CILCP supports people in doing, and provides a single point of entry for all of CILCP’s services and programs.</p>
<p>Living Well With A Disability is a one-stop resource designed to make sure all individuals with disabilities are living well. By calling a toll-free number (1-877-TO-LIV-WELL), an individual can arrange for a free Living Well With A Disability assessment. The assessment, conducted face-to-face by a Living Well specialist looks at all aspects of a person’s life including housing needs, transportation, employment, social life, hobbies and even dreams and aspirations. Following the assessment, a plan is prepared by the consumer with the assistance of a Living Well specialist. They identify areas of improvement, and outline resources and activities to achieve the consumer’s goals. The consumer is directed to the appropriate programs within CILCP for services in support of this plan.  Outside resources are also recommended, as needed.  This system ensures that all the appropriate services offered by CILCP are benefitting the consumer. It is a one-stop resource where no request is too large or too small.</p>
<p><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">The outcomes of the branding continue to exceed prior records. The number of CILCP consumers has increased by 330% in one year, and the program was recently launched by Pittsburgh’s Three Rivers Center for Independent Living. </span></p>
<p><strong>About Center for Independent Living of Central PA</strong><br />
For over 20 years, CILCP has been serving people with all types of disabilities who live in Cumberland, Dauphin, Perry, Mifflin, and Juniata counties. It is a consumer controlled, cross disability organization dedicated to assisting people with disabilities to achieve and maintain independent life styles. From achieving a small task to accomplishing a life-changing goal, CILCP is helping people with disabilities exceed their lifestyle expectations through one point of contact.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>For more information on Living Well With A Disability visit <a href="http://www.livingwellwithadisability.org/">www.LivingWellWithADisability.org</a>, and for more information on CILCP, visit <a href="http://www.cilcp.org/">www.cilcp.org</a>. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></p>
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		<title>Pittsburgh Native Named Chair of Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of PA</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[(Lemoyne, Pa.)- Allegheny County trial lawyer and Pittsburgh native, William Pietragallo, II has been named Chair of the Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania effective April 1, 2009. 
 
Having served on the Disciplinary Board for the past year as Vice Chair, Pietragallo is looking forward to leading the organization as Chair. “I am [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: "><strong><a href="http://www.thesuasionway.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/william-pietragallo-photo.jpg"><img class="alignright size-medium wp-image-127" title="New Chair of Disciplinary Board, William Pietragallo, II" src="http://www.thesuasionway.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/william-pietragallo-photo.jpg" alt="New Chair of Disciplinary Board, William Pietragallo, II" width="176" height="199" /></a>(Lemoyne, Pa.)-</strong></span><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: "> Allegheny County trial lawyer and Pittsburgh native, William Pietragallo, II has been named Chair of the Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania effective April 1, 2009. </span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: ">Having served on the Disciplinary Board for the past year as Vice Chair, Pietragallo is looking forward to leading the organization as Chair. “I am honored to be appointed Chair. It is made up of a group of distinguished, capable and honorable lawyers, and I will do my very best to fulfill the confidence that the Supreme Court has placed in me,” Pietragallo said. </span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: ">The Disciplinary Board is an independent agency funded by the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania and consists of 14 members, of whom 12 are attorneys and two are non-lawyers, from across the state.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>It assists the Supreme Court in carrying out its exclusive jurisdiction over the licensing and discipline of attorneys in Pennsylvania.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>The members meet regularly to decide cases, policies and board administrative matters. </span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: ">Pietragallo is the founding partner of Pietragallo Gordon Alfano Bosick &amp; Raspanti, LLP, which has six different locations, including the Pittsburgh office. With over 35 years of experience in commercial litigation, business, securities and complex civil litigation, Pietragallo has been named as a Pennsylvania Super Lawyer and is also recognized by that publication as one of the outstanding attorneys in Business Litigation and Corporate Counsel.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">  </span>He is listed in The Best Lawyers in America for the “Bet-the-Company Litigation.”</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: ">In addition, he has been listed by the BTI Consulting Group as one of 114 lawyers nationally who have been designated by Fortune 1000 companies as providing “superior client service.” </span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: ">Pietragallo received his law degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law in 1972, where he now serves as an Adjunct Professor. He also serves as Chairman of the Board of Magee-Womens Hospital of Pittsburgh, and Executive Member of the Board of the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, and UPMC Health Plan. </span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 2;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: "><strong>About the Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of PA</strong></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: ">The Disciplinary Board’s goals are to protect the general public, maintain a high standard of integrity in the legal profession, and safeguard the reputation of the courts of Pennsylvania. The Disciplinary Board was created by the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania to review conduct and assure compliance by all attorneys to the Pennsylvania Rules of Professional Conduct. For more information about the Disciplinary Board, please visit www.padb.us.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; line-height: normal;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: ">For more information regarding this press release, please contact Megan Kurtz at 717-432-2468 or email at <a href="mailto:&#x4d;&#x65;&#x67;&#x61;&#x6e;&#x40;&#x54;&#x68;&#x65;&#x53;&#x75;&#x61;&#x73;&#x69;&#x6f;&#x6e;&#x57;&#x61;&#x79;&#x2e;&#x63;om">&#x4d;&#x65;&#x67;&#x61;&#x6e;&#x40;&#x54;&#x68;&#x65;&#x53;&#x75;&#x61;&#x73;&#x69;&#x6f;&#x6e;&#x57;&#x61;&#x79;&#x2e;&#x63;om</a>. </span></p>
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