oDesk Reports Major Trends in 2008 Freelance Job Market

San Mateo, CA (PRWEB) January 15, 2009

oDesk, the leading marketplace for online workteams, has compiled and analyzed data from over 100,000 freelance jobs posted in 2008. The findings, which show the most critical skills to stay employed, are summarized in the three reports below.

Web Developer Skills in Most Demand

PHP programmers were by far the most in-demand web professionals in the oDesk marketplace in 2008. Other hot programming skills that employers are looking for include Ajax, MySQL, CSS, and Graphic Design.

Fastest Growing Skills by Demand Growth

WordPress developers (+427%) and SEO consultants (+242%) enjoyed the greatest increase in demand for their particular skills, reflecting small businesses’ ongoing need to have a strong web presence. Growth in writing and Excel reflects the increasing number of jobs oDesk buyers are outsourcing as well as oDesk’s expansion into these categories.

Jobs with the Least Competition

Freelance professionals can also improve their chances of finding jobs by focusing on skills with the least competition. oDesk’s findings show that Database Modeling, LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL and PHP), Facebook, and Drupal represent some of the best opportunities for freelancers because demand for these skills far outweighs the number of available contractors.

“In these difficult economic times, it’s harder to earn a living which makes it even more important for freelancers to focus on the skills that are most in demand,” said oDesk CEO Gary Swart. “oDesk will continue to publish useful data to help freelance professionals stay informed about the skills that are most in demand.”

About oDesk

oDesk (http://www.oDesk.com) is the leading marketplace for online workteams with the best model for both buyers and providers:

For buyers: guaranteed work – every hour billed is an hour worked. Screen captures of each provider’s desktop taken at random intervals enable buyers to audit the hours and work completed so they have confidence every hour billed by a remote team member is an hour worked. This capability also enables the buyer to collaborate more closely and re-direct the provider if necessary, much like you do when you manage by walking around.

For providers: guaranteed payment – every hour worked is an hour paid without the hassle of invoicing or slow-paying clients making oDesk the preferred marketplace for 170,000+ professional contractors including software engineers, web developers, graphic designers, writers, researchers, admins, and customer service agents.

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oDesk Reports Major Trends in 2008 Freelance Job Market

Sharon Kleyne Reports on Eye Misting- an Entirely New Approach to Dry Eye Relief

Grants Pass, OR (PRWEB) February 20, 2012

Sharon Kleyne, Founder of Bio-Logic Aqua Research, has discovered a new approach to dry eye relief and treatment: an all-natural all-water mist applied to the air in front of the eyes rather than directly into the eyes. The eye mist is absorbed directly into the tear film without the inconvenience, mess or blurred vision associated with commercial eye drops.

Mrs. Kleyne is best knows as host of the Sharon Kleyne Hour Power of Water syndicated radio talk show.

With dry eye symptoms now the number one reason for eye doctor visits in the United States, one of Sharon Kleyne’s personal missions, with the support of thousands of eye doctors across the United States, is to educate the public about dry eye prevention and the tear film.

According to LASIK pioneer Marguerite McDonald, MD, a frequent Sharon Kleyne Hour Power of Water guest, occasional dry eye symptoms, left untreated, could lead to severe chronic dry eye, which for some may be debilitating and even life-altering. Dry eye can also lead to corneal ulceration, impaired vision and numerous eye diseases.

Researchers have long known that the simplest and most natural method of soothing dry eyes is to add two-to-five microliters (millionths of a liter) of all-natural water to the tear film. A commercially viable method of administering water in these minute quantities was discovered in 1999, when Bio-Logic Aqua Research developed an application method that supplements tear film moisture with an all-natural, ultra-fine, pH balanced (6.49) water mist, applied with a personal, hand-held misting device.

Eye misting instantly soothes dry eyes and is convenient and easy to apply even with unsteady hands. Unlike eye drops, users don’t need to touch their eyelids, tilt back their heads or aim droppers. A two-second eye mist application allows the tear film to absorb exactly the amount required, and the mist does not flood the tear film or disrupt the natural tear film structure.

All-water eye misting instantly soothes computer eye strain and can be done while wearing contact lenses. The eye mist is 100% safe and, unlike eye drops, may be applied as often as desired. There are no additives, chemicals, preservatives or propellants. The eye mist will not cause eye make-up to run and has a four-year shelf life.

Sharon Kleyne cautions that for maximum benefit, the eye mist must be correctly applied. The most common error, she explains, is attempting to apply the mist like an eye drop and aiming directly into the eyes. Applying too much mist can negate some of the benefit.

The objective, according to Sharon Kleyne, is simply to create a swirl of moisture around the face, like the humidity in the air, from which the eyes absorb as much water as they need. Brief blinking is OK.

Sharon Kleyne’s radio talk show, Sharon Kleyne Hour Power of Water, is sponsored by Bio-Logic Aqua Research, whose Nature’s Tears

Sharon Kleyne Reports on Eye Misting- an Entirely New Approach to Dry Eye Relief

Metal-on-Metal Hip Implant Study Finds Metal Ions Trigger Painful Immune Reaction, Bernstein Liebhard LLP Reports

New York, New York (PRWEB) October 22, 2012

Researchers at the University of New Castle in the U.K. may have discovered the reason behind the pain and suffering experienced by some recipients of metal-on-metal hip implants, Bernstein Liebhard LLP reports. According to a report from The Northern Echo, researchers there have determined that the shedding of metal ions from metal-on-metal hip implants may be mistaken by the immune system for bacteria. As such, the immune system triggers a component called Toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4), which results in a secretion of chemicals that can cause inflammatory lesions pseudo tumors – around the joint. Writing in the Annals of Rheumatology Research, the New Castle University scientists asserted that the findings provide the first explanation for the chronic inflammation and tissue damage that is seen in some patients with failed metal-on-metal hip implants.*

This is just the most recent study to confirm the significant risks associated with metal-on-metal hip replacements, says Bernstein Liebhard, a nationwide law firm representing clients who sustained injuries from a variety of metal-on-metal hip systems. The Firm is currently offering free and confidential lawsuit reviews to individuals who suffered serious complications, including metal poisoning, due to metal-on-metal hip implants.

Metal-on-Metal Hip Implant Dangers

The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) is currently reviewing the safety of metal-on-metal hip implants. According to the agency, metal particles shed by such devices can result in an adverse local tissue reaction that causes damage to bone and/or tissue surrounding the implant and joint. As a result, the implant can become loose or cause pain, leading to revision surgery. There are also some case reports in the literature of patients in which high levels of metal ions in the bloodstream may have caused other types of symptoms or illnesses elsewhere in the body, including effects on the heart, nervous system, and thyroid gland, according to the FDA.**

Individuals who experienced metal-on-metal hip problems may file lawsuits against the devices manufacturers to seek compensation for their injuries. The lawyers at Bernstein Liebhard LLP are actively filing cases involving the DePuy ASR hip implant and the metal-on-metal Pinnacle hip system. The firm is also investigating cases concerning the Biomet M2a Magnum hip implant, as well as Wright Profemur and Conserve metal hip implants. In addition, Bernstein Liebhard LLP is closely following developments of the June 2012 Smith & Nephew metal liner recall and the July 2012 Stryker recall of its Rejuvenate and ABG II modular-neck hip stems.

Bernstein Liebhard LLP is offering free lawsuit consultations to anyone injured as a result of a metal-on-metal hip replacement device. Individuals who have endured hip implant failures, metallosis, pain, or revision surgery due to one of these devices may be entitled to compensation for their medical care, pain and suffering, and other damages. A wealth of information about metal-on-metal hip implant lawsuits is available at Bernstein Liebhards website http://www.consumerinjurylawyers.com/ , or by calling one of our attorneys at 1-877-779-1414 today.

*thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/9990102.Experts_find_explanation_for_hip_joint_pain/#.UH_MGHvT1pA.wordpress

**fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ProductsandMedicalProcedures/ImplantsandProsthetics/MetalonMetalHipImplants/ucm241604.htm

About Bernstein Liebhard LLP

Bernstein Liebhard LLP is a New York-based law firm exclusively representing injured persons in complex individual and class action lawsuits nationwide since 1993, including those who have been harmed by dangerous drugs, defective medical devices and consumer products. The firm has been named by The National Law Journal to the Plaintiffs Hot List, recognizing the top plaintiffs firms in the country, for the past 10 consecutive years.

Bernstein Liebhard LLP

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New York, New York 10016

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Metal-on-Metal Hip Implant Study Finds Metal Ions Trigger Painful Immune Reaction, Bernstein Liebhard LLP Reports

Turbine Interactive Reports on Petersen"s Presentation at WordPress Event

Lincoln, NE (PRWEB) June 14, 2012

Jason Petersen, founder and CEO of Lincoln-based digital marketing firm Turbine Interactive, told attendees at WordCamp Kansas City earlier this month not to underestimate the capabilities of the open source software.

“Many users think of WordPress only as a blogging platform and basic content management system (CMS),” Petersen said, “but it has the capability to function as a robust, enterprise-level CMS with great front-end user experiences on mobile platforms and even responsive design applications.”

WordCamp is a locally organized conference that covers everything related to WordPress, the open source personal publishing software used by more than 25 million web and blog sites worldwide. In his session on Word Press as a Dynamic Platform, Petersen said that WordPress has become his platform of choice.

Ive worked with 1,300 organizations and built more than 1,000 websites over the past 15 years and even created my own website development platform, Petersen said, but today we use WordPress for most of our projects. We cant match the resources, the dynamic development community and the customer satisfaction.

Petersen said that WordPress has been a leader in meeting the design challenges associated with new mobile devices by constantly providing new plugins and updates.

WordPress has shown support for more progressive applications including responsive design, he said. This unique community of untrained, self-taught, hard core and hybrid developers creates a synergy I have not seen in any other CMS to date.

This was the second year for the Kansas City WordCamp event and the second year that Petersen was invited to speak. The event is intended to be relaxed and supportive for all levels of WordPress users, organizer Josepha Haden said on the event’s website. More than 200 WordCamps have been held in 116 cities in 38 countries.

About Turbine Interactive

Turbine Interactive is a digital marketing firm that helps businesses power websites by energizing their unique online brands. Turbine creates the tools and shows its clients how to leverage interactive technology, such as websites, social media and mobile phone applications to fuel profitable strategic marketing plans. Turbine Interactive is headquartered in Lincoln, NE, and offers more than 40 years of combined experience to clients nationwide. The company is led by Jason Petersen. For more information, call 402.817.1224 or visit http://thisisturbine.com

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New Metal-on-Metal Hip Implant Study Emphasizes Importance of Patients Symptoms in Evaluating the Need for Hip Replacement Revisions, Bernstein Liebhard LLP Reports

New York, New York (PRWEB) December 25, 2012

Researchers in the U.K. are urging doctors to consider patient symptoms when determining whether or not to perform metal-on-metal hip implant revision surgery, Bernstein Liebhard LLP reports. According to a report from Orthopedics Today Europe, researchers with Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil found that while MRI and ultrasound are useful in screening metal-on-metal hip replacements, there are a significant percentage of hips which have failed with negative radiology findings. Their findings were presented at the British Orthopaedic Association Congress this past September.*

This research confirms what we have seen with some of our clientsthat pain could signal device failure, says Bernstein Liebhard LLP, a nationwide law firm representing clients who sustained injuries from a variety of metal-on-metal hip systems. The firm is currently offering free and confidential lawsuit reviews to individuals who suffered serious complications, including metal poisoning, due to all-metal hips.

This latest study retrospectively examined imaging results from 25 hips (16 patients) between March 2011 and May 2012. Out of that group, 23 hips had ultrasound scans and 21 had also undergone MRI scans preoperatively. During revision surgery, multiple tissue samples were retrieved from the area surrounding the artificial joint. Four patients had both negative MRI and ultrasound results, but were still revised due to pain and were found to have histopathology positive metallosis. One patient had a positive ultrasound and negative MRI result; similarly, one patient had a positive MRI with a normal ultrasound, according to the research team.

Metal-on-Metal Hip Replacement Lawsuits

Victims of metal-on-metal hip implant complications may file lawsuits against the devices manufacturers to seek compensation for their injuries. The lawyers at Bernstein Liebhard LLP are actively filing lawsuits in the multidistrict litigation established in the U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio, for claims involving the DePuy ASR hip implant (MDL No. 2197). The firm is also involved in the federal litigation underway in the Northern District of Texas concerning the metal-on-metal DePuy Pinnacle hip device (MDL No. 2244). The firm is also closely following developments in the July 2012 Stryker Rejuvenate recall, and the June 2012 Smith & Nephew metal liner recall. Bernstein Liebhard LLP also continues to investigate cases concerning the Biomet M2a Magnum hip implant, as well as Wright Profemur and Conserve metal hip implants.

According to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA), metal particles shed by metal-on-metal hip implants may result in an adverse local tissue reaction that has the potential to cause damage to bone and/or tissue surrounding the implant and joint. According to the agency, there are also some case reports in the literature of patients in which high levels of metal ions in the bloodstream may have caused other types of symptoms or illnesses elsewhere in the body, including effects on the heart, nervous system, and thyroid gland. In May 2011, the FDA issued orders for postmarket surveillance studies to manufacturers of metal-on-metal hip systems. The agency believes these studies will enable it to better understand all-metal hip implants and their safety profiles related to metal ion concentrations in the bloodstream. **

Bernstein Liebhard LLP is offering free lawsuit consultations to anyone injured as a result of a metal-on-metal hip replacement device. A wealth of information about metal-on-metal hip implant lawsuits is available at Bernstein Liebhards website http://www.consumerinjurylawyers.com/ , or by calling one of our attorneys at 1-877-779-1414 today.

*healio.com/orthopedics/hip/news/print/orthopaedics-today-europe/%7B3C85A3A3-B4BE-4F83-B4CC-CB1BAF323817%7D/Consider-both-imaging-and-symptoms-before-metal-on-metal-hip-arthroplasty-revisions#.UMwAM788udQ.wordpress

**fda.gov/MedicalDevices/ProductsandMedicalProcedures/ImplantsandProsthetics/MetalonMetalHipImplants/default.htm

About Bernstein Liebhard LLP

Bernstein Liebhard LLP is a New York-based law firm exclusively representing injured persons in complex individual and class action lawsuits nationwide since 1993, including those who have been harmed by dangerous drugs, defective medical devices and consumer products. The firm has been named by The National Law Journal to the Plaintiffs Hot List, recognizing the top plaintiffs firms in the country, for the past 10 consecutive years.

Bernstein Liebhard LLP

10 East 40th Street

New York, New York 10016

(877) 779-1414

ATTORNEY ADVERTISING.

New Metal-on-Metal Hip Implant Study Emphasizes Importance of Patients Symptoms in Evaluating the Need for Hip Replacement Revisions, Bernstein Liebhard LLP Reports