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Zurker: Social Network for the 99 Percent?
Publish Date: Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:00:05 -0500
What do you do if your pet enterprise fails? If you're a brave (or perhaps foolhardy) entrepreneur, you build something even more ambitious. Such is the case with Nick Oba. When his contributor-driven online magazine failed back in 2010, he came up with a bigger idea: take on Facebook, but make the members into shareholders. And thus Zurker was born.

Overlooked Google Ranking Factors
Publish Date: Wed, 01 Feb 2012 08:00:12 -0500
When trying to rank well on Google, you want to get as many factors working for you as possible. If you can use a few effective techniques your competitors overlook, so much the better. Keep reading for some ideas.

Bing Local Basics
Publish Date: Tue, 31 Jan 2012 08:00:05 -0500
You run a local business, and you claimed your Google Local listing so searchers would see your website. That's a start, but with Bing and Yahoo together holding more than a quarter of the search market in the US, you're still leaving money on the table. Fortunately, you can easily get onto Bing Local by following a few simple steps.

The EXACT Method for Crushing It On Google
Publish Date: Mon, 30 Jan 2012 08:00:08 -0500
In this article Im going to lay out a method so devastatingly effective for getting top search rankings really fast that its simplicity might surprise you.

Feed Your Blog`s Readers Well
Publish Date: Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:00:07 -0500
What do a great cook and a great blogger have in common? A lot more than you might think. So grab a quick snack and keep reading for an explanation you can really sink your teeth into.

Google Simplifies Its Privacy Policies
Publish Date: Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:00:06 -0500
Streamlining and simplifying seem like such good things on paper. Strangely, though, when Google is the one doing the simplifying, and the subject of the process is its privacy policy, most observers get hot under the collar. Why is it so bad when Google does it?

Laying Out An SEO and Traffic Generation Strategy
Publish Date: Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:00:07 -0500
I've only just started writing here at SEO Chat and already I think Ive created a bit of a problem. Ive discussed several techniques, but provided no real way of turning those into a single cohesive strategy. Consider this piece the first part of my correcting this issue.

Google to Penalize For Excessive Above-the-Fold Ads
Publish Date: Tue, 24 Jan 2012 08:00:08 -0500
Every marketer knows that anything “above the fold” will attract the most attention. That's why many advertising-supported websites put lots of ads near the top of the page. Now these ads are attracting some possibly unwanted attention from Google.

The Google Search Optimization Truth You Aren`t Being Told
Publish Date: Mon, 23 Jan 2012 15:00:04 -0500
Personalized search makes it much tougher to know your site's exact standings in the SERPs. But you can use some of the recent changes to Google's features to help your pages turn up high in the results, and attract the traffic you're looking for.

SOPA and PIPA: Bad Ideas
Publish Date: Fri, 20 Jan 2012 08:00:05 -0500
Google blacked out its logo earlier this week to protest two bills currently making their way through Congress: the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) and the Protect IP Act (PIPA). They're not alone; many websites went completely black, displaying statements as to why they oppose these bills and often linking to other sites for more information. But the battle's not over yet.

10 Steps To Being #1 On Google
Publish Date: Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:00:05 -0500
The title says that there are 10 steps to being number one on Google. The truth is that there is only method -- and it is an absolute Google domination machine.

Jerry Yang Resigns from Yahoo
Publish Date: Wed, 18 Jan 2012 17:00:07 -0500
After 17 years, it comes down to this. In a surprising move, Yahoo co-founder Jerry Yang resigned from his position on the search company's board of directors – and from all other positions within the company. This resignation is effective immediately.

Real Link Wheel Secrets To Top Google Rankings
Publish Date: Tue, 17 Jan 2012 11:30:05 -0500
Many people have heard of link wheels. These are a somewhat old (and black hat I might add) technique for getting ranked well. The problem is that all too often the advice that I see given regarding how to build them is either poor advice (such as doing it the black hat way) or just plain wrong. Fortunately, there's a way to do them that doesn't require you to go over to the dark side and risk Google penalties.

Google Flight Search Not a Monopolist Move
Publish Date: Tue, 10 Jan 2012 16:30:06 -0500
Google must feel very put-upon at times. It tries to help searchers find what they're looking for, and prides itself on not being evil. Lately, though, whenever it does the former, observers accuse it of doing the latter – even if some other search engine did it first. Such is the case with Google Flight Search.

Yahoo Hires PayPal President for CEO
Publish Date: Thu, 05 Jan 2012 13:00:05 -0500
Yahoo officially named PayPal president Scott Thompson to take over as its CEO. Thompson brings a deep knowledge of technology to this challenging position. Will it be enough to get the beleaguered search company back on the right track?

Google-Is-More-Than-Just-A-Search-Engine
The architects of the most powerful search engine in the world have included some really handy algorithms in their service, which allow searchers to quickly locate particular and specific types of information...

SEO-Goals-for-2011
While a lot of folks are talking about which SEO trends to look for in 2011, I thought it would be helpful to share my top SEO goals for 2011 instead. I think most of us already know we should continue to focus on mobile, social media marketing and local search engine optimization in 2011.

How-to-Create-Stronger-Websites-with-Fewer-Links
Today, we discuss how to create stronger websites and rank higher with fewer links using your own website as a pivotal dynamo for on page SEO. There is a distinct correlation between seed keywords, site structure and rankings. For those who omit these critical connections are inadvertently creating more work than reward for their long-term SEO efforts.

Search-Engine-Optimization-Myths
A "myth" is a traditional story, idea, or explanation which is widely accepted, but actually untrue or unproven. Misconceptions can also be described as modern-day myths. When it comes to Search Engine Optimization (SEO), the myths and misconceptions are abundant. We will try to dispel some of the more common Search Engine Optimization myths here...

SEO-Web-Design-Tips
Making sure visitors can reach your pages, hear your message and see the connected visual cues to take action means integrating SEO, design and conversion cues simultaneously. Creating visually appealing website that ranks as good as it looks is vital for your websites' success.

Five-Reasons-Why-Creating-a-Facebook-Page-Is-Better-Than-Creating-a-Facebook-Group
Facebook with its highly interactive nature and over 150 million active users worldwide offers an attractive choice of platform when considering social media marketing.

5-SEO-Internal-Linking-Errors-to-Avoid
We all know the value of external links from other websites, but what about the power of internal links for SEO or how they impact ranking algorithms to determine which pages serve what function within a website? Below are 5 common on page SEO boo-boos to avoid when optimizing your websites internal link structure that can sap your websites performance.

Target-Buyers-not-Browsers-with-Keywords
When you are targeting an organic SEO campaign, placing the proper value and emphasis on keywords can mean the difference between your website being an educational resource or a commercial landing page that converts.

blekko-The-Search-Engine-for-SEOs
Have you heard about blekko yet? Probably not. Anyone who doesn't read a ton of search engine optimization news blogs every day probably wont know what blekko is for a very long time, if ever. However, for those of us who spend a substantial amount of our business life online, blekko is worth taking a look at.

The-Difference-Between-the-SEO-and-Affiliate-Mindset
Today's topic is the difference, advantages and disadvantages of SEO and affiliate marketing mindset. The affiliate mindset is bred as a hybrid of function and opportunity. What lays between them is utility and sensationalism (for the publisher) and satisfaction (for the end user) if the combination of traffic and the offer is compatible.

Everything is Marketing
Publish Date: Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:00:04 -0500
Ask a business owner how they re marketing their company and they might talk about pay-per-click campaigns loyalty discounts newspaper ads search engine optimization and more. That s accurate as far as it goes but it s only part of the picture....

Landing Page Tips
Publish Date: Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:00:06 -0500
Your landing page should be geared to making visitors convert whether that means buying a product signing up for a newsletter making a donation or requesting more information. If it isn t doing the job keep reading for some relatively simple adjustments you can make to improve its persuasiveness....

Is Social Media on Your Resolutions List?
Publish Date: Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:00:05 -0500
If you still haven t gotten involved in social media to promote your business what s holding you back Using it will help you fulfill your business resolutions to reach a larger market and improve your bottom line. Let me show you why 2 12 is a great year to get busy with social media....

Thinking Beyond the Sale
Publish Date: Wed, 28 Dec 2011 08:00:05 -0500
When you re building and adding content to your e-commerce website you want it all to lead to one thing the sale. But not everyone who arrives at your site is ready to buy just then. Turn your back on these visitors and you re leaving money on the table....

How to Be Transparent Online
Publish Date: Thu, 22 Dec 2011 13:00:04 -0500
You ve probably heard that if you want to develop a good relationship with your customers and the general public your company needs to be transparent. That s especially true if you get into social media. But what exactly is meant by being transparent It s simpler than you think....

Commentary on Supreme Court Case Law Under The Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act in the Area of Commercial Activity
Publish Date: Mon, 01 Aug 2005 12:01:01 EDT
Presented and Submitted at the International Association of Defense Council Mid-Year Meeting July 3-8, 2005 Colorado Springs, Colorado

Flores v. The Lower East Side Service Center, Inc.
Publish Date: Mon, 01 Aug 2005 12:01:01 EDT
Third-Party Claim Against Injured Plaintiff's Employer Under New York's Workers' Compensation Law Permitted Despite Absence Of Signed Indemnification Agreement

Roane v. Greenwich Swim Committee
Publish Date: Mon, 01 Aug 2005 12:01:01 EDT
The case involved a suit brought by a swimmer who sustained injuries during a rescue attempt. Stephen Roane, the plaintiff, participated in the Greenwich Point One Mile Swim, held in the Long Island Sound and organized by the Greenwich Swim Committee.

Country Wide Insurance Co. v. National Railroad Passenger Corp.
Publish Date: Mon, 01 Aug 2005 12:01:01 EDT
The Second Circuit has certified five questions to the New York State Court of Appeals regarding the application to summary judgment of § 388(1) of the New York Vehicle and Traffic Law. Section 388(1) creates a presumption, either express or implied, that a driver of a vehicle is operating the vehicle with the owner's

Islam v. Modern Tour, Inc.
Publish Date: Mon, 01 Aug 2005 12:01:01 EDT
In the case of Islam v. Modern Tour, Inc., a U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, plaintiff suffered severe injuries to his hand as he was attempting to clear an obstruction from the chute of an ice bagging machine during the course of his employment.

Pommells v. Perez
Publish Date: Mon, 01 Aug 2005 12:01:01 EDT
The plaintiff was involved in a three car accident on March 15, 1998. He received treatment and physical therapy immediately following the accident, continuing the treatment for six months thereafter. Plaintiff initiated suit on June 24, 1998, alleging serious injury (herniated disc).

Brown v. Dunlap
Publish Date: Mon, 01 Aug 2005 12:01:01 EDT
The plaintiff was a rear seat passenger in a vehicle that was struck from behind by a truck on June 25, 1999. An ambulance transported the plaintiff to a hospital where he complained of neck and back pains.

Carrasco v. Mendez
Publish Date: Mon, 01 Aug 2005 12:01:01 EDT
The defendant's car struck the plaintiff's vehicle on May 31, 2000. Less than two months later the plaintiff initiated an action alleging an accident-related serious injury.

U.S. Underwriters Ins. Co. v. City Club Hotel, LLC
Publish Date: Mon, 01 Aug 2005 12:01:01 EDT
The New York Court of Appeals has permitted an insured to recover attorney's fees incurred while defending the insurer's declaratory relief action, despite the fact that the insurer fulfilled its duty to defend in the underlying suit.

Joanne Calabro v. Philip Stone
Publish Date: Mon, 01 Aug 2005 12:01:01 EDT
An insured's recorded statement to his insurance carrier, made in connection with a personal injury suit brought against him, is not protected from disclosure. The insured attempted to resist disclosure on the grounds that either an attorney-client privilege or the work product doctrine protected the statement.