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Former Olympic Coach to Plead Guilty
Former Olympic swim coach Rick Curl has agreed to plead guilty to a charge of child sexual abuse at a hearing on Feb. 21 in Montgomery County Circuit Court in Maryland.
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Swimming for a Good Cause
It happens every June when tens of thousands of people around the world hop into swimming pools at the same moment. Sometimes there are so many arms and legs in the water, it’s almost hard to imagine...
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AOAP Conference & Expo a Hit
The 2013 AOAP Conference & Expo attracted more attendees and exhibitors than last year, as well as strong support for its educational program.
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APSP J-1 Coalition Averts Disaster
The Association of Pool & Spa Professionals has announced that its J-1 Coalition successfully achieved clarifications from the U.S. State Department, enabling pool management companies to receive...
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Connecticut Drownings Spark Bills
Two drownings in Connecticut high schools have spurred state legislation that some claim could pose an unmanageable financial burden.
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CPSC Head to Leave in Fall
Inez Tenenbaum, chairman of the Consumer Product Safety Commission, will not seek renomination for her post.
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CYA Revisited
Two experts write a letter to the editor in response to the Aquatics International April 2013 article titled, "Is CYA Out on the Inside?"
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Suits Filed Over Disabled Pool Access
Lawsuits have been filed against hotels charging non-compliance with ADA rules on pool access.
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Foreign Entrapment Suit to Be Heard in USA
Resort chain Sandals will be sued in U.S. District Court over an entrapment death that occurred in a Bahamian resort.
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State Department Clarifies J-1 Visa Requirements
J-1 Visa rules clarified for pool management companies
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IPSSA, NSPF Work on Courses
The two associations have joined forces to develop course materials required for pool service technicians in Florida.
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Federal EB-5 Program Helps Waterparks
The federal government's EB-5 visa program for foreign investors can generate millions in financing for job-creating projects.
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Cohn Entrapment Lawsuit Settled
The family of a high-profile entrapment victim has settled a wrongful death lawsuit.
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Amusement Giant Reaches Class Action Agreement
Lawyers for a major amusement entertainment firm have agreed to settle a class action lawsuit over a 2008 viral outbreak at its New York waterpark resort.
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A Tribute to Esther Williams
A look at the extraordinary life of swimming legend Esther Williams (1921-2013).
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VGB Drain Covers Due to Expire
Many suction outlet covers that were installed to comply with the VGB Act soon will be in need of replacement.
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ISHOF Contemplates a Move
The International Swimming Hall of Fame is thinking of moving when its lease expires in 2015.
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Abuse Victim Calls Out USA Swimming
An abuse victim wants USA Swimming to be held accountable for her former coaches violations.
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USA Swimming Hires Lobbyist Over CA Sex Abuse Bill
USA Swimming has confirmed its opposition to a California Senate Bill which would extend the statute of limitations for seeking damages for childhood sexual abuse. The organization has reportedly hired...
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