What is an Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP)?
An Education, Health and Care plan ("EHC plan") is a legal document which describes a child or young person's special educational needs, the support they need, and the outcomes they would like to achieve. An EHC Plan looks at all the needs that a child or young person has within education, health and care. Professionals and the child, young person and their family together consider what outcomes they would like to see for the child or young person by the end of a key stage and the plan identifies what is needed to achieve those outcomes.
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Additional Support and Guidance
All education settings have a member of staff who lead on supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN). For example, in schools this is the Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO). Some children also have involvement from a member of the Education Learning & Skills Services i.e. a specialist teacher in the communication & interaction team. You should discuss the EHC process with these members of staff before making a request.
Information, Advice and Support Services (IASS) offer free, impartial and confidential information, advice and support to disabled children and young people, and those with SEN from birth to 25, and their parents / carers. In Nottinghamshire the service is provided by Ask Us.
Their helpline operates Mon, Weds & Fri 9:00 - 13:00. Tues & Thurs 13:00 - 17:00.
Tel: 0800 121 7772 or email: email@example.com
The local authority's Integrated Children's Disability Service (ICDS) Statutory EHC Assessment Team coordinates the EHC process. If you have any other questions they can be contacted on (please note that the email address will depend on which district you live in):
- NEWARK, SHERWOOD & BASSETLAW
- MANSFIELD AND ASHFIELD
- BROXTOWE, GEDLING AND RUSHCLIFFE
- Tel: 0115 804 1275


Google expanding its Safe Browsing initiative to include apps which collect user data without the device owner knowing. The latest update adds additional protections in the forms of user warnings against Android apps that collect user and device data without permission.
The announcement came by way of the Google Security blog and is designed to protect Android device owners from “unwanted and harmful mobile behaviors on Android.”
This is primarily for the more common data collection aspects like the user’s phone number and/or email address. However, the announcement also details that any data collection that is happening which is not specifically related to the purpose of the app, will also need to prompt the user advising that this is occurring.
As well as providing the user with information on what the data is being used for and/or where it is going if it is being shared. Further still, the announcement also explains that this new measure is not only to account for apps available through the Google Play Store, but any Android app.
So downloading an app from somewhere other than the Google Play Store will not circumvent this new protection level that Google is putting in place. The same rules will still apply.
During analytics and crash reportings, the list of installed packages unrelated to the app may not be transmitted from the device without prominent disclosure and affirmative consent.
As part of this expanded enforcement, Google Safe Browsing will show warnings on apps and on websites leading to apps that collect a user’s personal data without their consent.
Therefore, it is in the interest of app developers to ensure their privacy policies account for any data retention, as well as providing an active prompt (and gaining the necessary permission) as suggested under the new Safe Browsing rules.
Starting in 60 days, this expanded enforcement of Google’s Unwanted Software Policy may result in warnings shown on user devices via Google Play Protect or on webpages that lead to these apps.
Webmasters whose sites show warnings due to distribution of these apps should refer to the Search Console for guidance on remediation and resolution of the warnings. Developers whose apps show warnings should refer to guidance in the Unwanted Software Help Center. Developers can also request an app review using this article on App verification and appeals, which contains guidance applicable to apps in both Google Play and non-Play app stores.
Back in September of this year, Google announced that more than three billion devices were now protected through the use of Safe Browsing.
Read: Google Finally Banning Apps From Play Store That Include Lock Screen Ads


Where and how will data be stored?
All personal data will be handled and stored in accordance with the current relevant legislation – the Data Protection Act 1998 and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) – and the University of Portsmouth Data Protection Policy as follows:
- Files containing personal data will be stored in a secure University archive;
- Copies of personal data will be encrypted immediately after collection, employing an AES 256-bit key algorithm, and stored on:
- A password-protected laptop;
- A password-protected USB drive (Aegis Secure Key 3.0);
where both passwords will be different, of 16 characters in length, and updated every three months.
No personal data will be transferred outside the EEA (and the server on which the online forum is stored is also based in the EEA).
Destruction, Retention and Reuse of Data
All research data will be handled in accordance with the University of Portsmouth Retention Policy, and managed in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act 2000, where:
- Personal data will be destroyed securely immediately after the limit period for the withdrawal from research had passed;
- Research data will be retained for ten years;
- Consent forms will be destroyed ten years after the completion of the project.
Your Rights (under the new General Data Protection Regulation)
- Right to be informed about the collection and processing of yor personal data.
- Right of access to your personal data which is stored for the purposes of this research project. wh
- Right of rectification of your personal data, if this is incorrect.
- Right to be forgotten, in the sense that you have the right to request for your personal data to be erased by contact the researcher.
- Right to restrict processing of your personal data.
- Right to data portability, which means that you can obtain the personal data in a format in which you can store, move, transfer and copy it.
You can find more detailed information about your rights on the Information Commissioner’s Office website here.


Columbus, Ohio's Ace Investigative TeamAce Investigations is a licensed, full-service investigative agency based in Columbus, Ohio. We provide professional, confidential and cost-effective investigations to individuals, attorneys, businesses and organizations throughout Ohio and the rest of the nation.
Ace is headed by Martin Yant, whose investigations and books have gained national and international attention for 30 years. Ace investigator Diana Rankin complements Mr. Yant's extensive knowledge of the inner workings of government and the criminal-justice system with her acumen, executive experience and exceptional people skills.
Ace provides a broad range of discreet investigative services for the public, corporations and the legal profession. We successfully provide our clients with accurate information in a prompt and professional manner. Among our specialties:
♠ Civil and criminal investigations
♠ Domestic relations cases
♠ Surveillance of all kinds
♠ Locating missing persons or AWOL witnesses
♠ Background checks
♠ Process service
We believe knowledge is power. So we use a combination of sophisticated investigative databases and old-fashioned shoe leather to get the information our clients need to make informed decisions or to right wrongs.
We have a passion for solving mysteries and providing answers for our clients. So please call us at 614-481-1941 if you have questions. No matter how large or small your problem, we are here to help.


Going to Law School: Everything You Need to Know to Choose and Pursue a Degree in Law (Paperback)
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Is a career in law right for you? Thinking of attending law school? Where should you apply? The verdict is in: This comprehensive guide has the answers to all your questions. Written from the perspectives of a veteran lawyer and a recent law school graduate, this guide covers every aspect of preparing for and pursuing a career in law. Going to Law School? takes you through the entire process--from what you need to do before applying to what you can expect during law school to what career paths you can follow after graduation. You'll find:
* Straight facts on the application and admissions process
* Tips on studying for and taking the LSAT
* Advice on determining which law school is right for you
* An insider's look at how law schools operate
* A thorough survey of career options.
About the Author
HARRY CASTLEMAN, a practicing lawyer, is Senior Business Counsel at Gaffin & Krattenmaker, P.C., in Boston. A graduate of Boston University Law School, he is the coauthor of eight books.
CHRISTOPHER NIEWOEHNER is a graduate of Harvard College and Harvard Law School.


Elizabeth F. Schwartz
LGBT rights attorney; focus on her book "Before I Do: A Legal Guide to Marriage, Gay or Otherwise"
Elizabeth Schwartz has been practicing law since 1997 and is a nationally recognized advocate for the legal rights of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community. She is the author of BEFORE I DO: A Legal Guide to Marriage, Gay or Otherwise. She lectures locally, nationally and internationally about the impact of nationwide marriage equality, and the continued importance of LGBT couples protecting their loved ones through estate planning, stepparent and second parent adoption. She focuses her practice both on family formation (adoption, insemination, and surrogacy) and dissolution, and handled the first divorce for a same-sex couple in Florida.


A Brief Guide to General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)for PCC Members
In the UK, data protection is governed by the Data Protection Act 2018 which controls how personal information is used by organisations, businesses and the government. Parishes must comply with its requirements, just like any other charity or organisation. This guide tells you what you need to do. You may also find our checklist (http://www.parishresources.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/GDPRchecklist.pdf) and sample consent forms helpful (http://www.parishresources.org.uk/gdpr/consent/), and there is a longer briefing note available for people leading on this at parish level (http://www.parishresources.org.uk/wp- content/uploads/Parish-Guide-to-GDPR.pdf).
Explaining the jargon:
Personal data is information about a living individual which is capable of identifying that individual.
Processing is anything done with/to personal data, including storing it. The data subject is the person about whom personal data are processed.
The data controller is the person or organisation who determines the how and what of data processing, in a parish usually the incumbent or PCC.
A. Underlying Principles,
The law is complex, but there are several underlying principles, including that personal data:
- will be processed lawfully, fairly and transparently.
- is only used for a specific processing purpose that the data subject has been made aware of and no other, without further consent.
- collected on a data subject should be “adequate, relevant and limited.” i.e. only the minimum amount of
data should be kept for specific processing.
- must be “accurate and where necessary kept up to date”
- should not be stored for longer than is necessary, and
- Is handled in a way that ensures appropriate security.
There is stronger legal protection for more sensitive information, such as religious beliefs.
B. Consent, Rights and Accountability
- Consent – if you’re sending direct marketing by post, you don’t need consent. However, if you’re putting someone’s name on a letter or flyer, you’ll need a lawful basis for using their personal data. This also applies if you know the name or other information which can identify the person you’re sending the marketing to.
- Rights – Data subjects have a number of rights, including that of knowing how data is used by the data
controller, of knowing what data is held about them, of correcting any errors and generally the right ‘to be forgotten’. The PCC will need to make provision for people to exercise these rights, including developing a Privacy Notice.
- The GDPR introduces a stronger requirement on accountability for data controllers. This means that you must be able to show that you are complying with the principles by providing evidence.
C. Key Points for Parishes
- Consent for one element of data processing does not give you permission to do anything else with it. You cannot mail everyone on your electoral roll, or even everyone for whom you have a Gift Aid declaration, with fundraising communications. You need further consent.
- If the purpose of an individual supplying data to the PCC is clear and unambiguous, then a separate consent is not required. For example, a completed electoral roll application form provides sufficient
consent to add them to the roll. Likewise, a completed Gift Aid declaration is sufficient consent for you to claim Gift Aid on the relevant donations. However, as stated above, you can’t then use that data for other purposes.
- Where you collect consents, e.g. to be added to an email mailing list, you will need to store those consents. You are likely to need several different consent forms (or elements within a single form) to cover different areas of data processing within the life of the church.
- Note that each incumbent or priest-in-charge is considered to be a separate data controller from their PCC because they are separate legal entities.
- In our case Richard Pepys acts as Data Controller for the Meon Bridge Benefice.
D. Further help available…
- This is a short guide for PCC members. There is a more detailed guide at http://www.parishresources.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/Parish-Guide-to-GDPR.pdf.
- The Information Commissioner’s Website has much helpful guidance: https://ico.org.uk


To file a complaint against a psychologist please see the following documents for the procedure.
Below is the Ethics Inquiry Form needed to file a complaint against a psychologist. You can contact the Board office using the email address below for a complete ethical inquiry packet. Please include your name, the address where you would like the packet mailed and include the name of the psychologist so that we can check to see if the licensee is in fact a licensed psychologist in WV.
If you have questions about a specific psychologist or school psychologist please contact the Board's Administrative Assistant for additional information.


A 13-year career as a prosecutor in the Clark County District Attorney’s Office has provided Dena Rinetti with vast experience involving trial litigation within the Eighth Judicial District Court, as well as several opportunities to argue cases before the Nevada Supreme Court.
Her litigation experience has been devoted primarily to matters set for jury trial, and Dena has tried over 50 jury cases as either lead counsel or co-lead counsel.
Currently a Chief Deputy District Attorney, Dena’s 13 years with the office have been spent working exclusively within the criminal division. She spent six years in the Special Victims Unit, specializing in crimes against women and children. Specifically, several years of her public service career have been devoted exclusively to cases involving physical child abuse resulting in substantial bodily harm or the death of a child.
Dena managed an extremely high case volume, which required daily court appearances. She worked closely with law enforcement discussing cases, attending briefings regarding suspicious child deaths, and reviewing search warrants. Additionally, Dena worked closely with members of the medical community reviewing suspicious injuries to children. Moreover, this case volume required her to research and draft pleadings, motions, writs of habeas corpus, and appellate briefs.
She also successfully argued several criminal appeals at the Nevada Supreme Court.


Cyber Security, Data Breach, and the Importance of PCI Compliance
Shannon MacDonald ● January 5, 2023 ● 6 min read
Addressing consumer concerns regarding cyber security is an important part of earning and keeping your customer’s trust and business. Data breaches and the fallout from these events can seriously hamper this trust. With the right PCI compliance practices and tools in place, your company can become one that consumers rely on for secure transactions every time.
The Modern Landscape of Cyber Security is Fraught with Risk
These days, it seems that nearly every news outlet features regular coverage of data breaches and newly-revealed risks to digital data security.
This makes sense when you examine the landscape of our modern markets. We do almost all of our shopping online – and most of our payment processing, too. Even brick-and-mortar retailers use digital forms of payment processing. Every time you swipe your card or enter your customer account information into a register, you are handing over your personal and financial data to that retailer, their payment processor, and others.
If that sounds concerning, you are not alone. Many consumers report worrying about the inherent risks of doing business this way. However, most of us are not in a position to stop using digital payment processing for our personal or business transactions. This means that nearly all of us are potentially at risk of experiencing data breach events during our lifetimes.
Data Breaches Expose Merchants and Consumers to Numerous Concerns
Hearing the phrase “data breach” may be frightening, but what do they really mean for those involved? More than just a consumer’s personal information being stolen, a breach also involves numerous risks to retailers, payment processors, and everyone else involved in the handling of this data.
Beyond consumers being really angry, and potentially losing not only their trust but their business – a business may also have to deal with:
- Hefty fines and fees. Should a breach occur, and you are non-compliant with the PCI DSS, your business could face large fines. Non-compliance for 1-3 months can cost anywhere between $5,000 - $10,000. 4-6 months can run you $25,000-$50,000 per month, while non-compliance for a period of greater than seven months can mean fines of up to $100,000 per month! These fines can spell certain death for an otherwise thriving business, so compliance is all the more important.
- Legal risks. Consumers can – and often do – bring legal action against businesses that allow their personal information to be stolen.
- Fraudulent chargebacks. If personal information is obtained and used to make purchases, these purchases can result in chargebacks. These chargebacks cost companies billions each year.
BIN Attacks and Card Testing and How to Avoid Attacks
The first six numbers of a credit card are known as the BIN, or Bank Identification Number. These are always linked to the entity that issued the card. A BIN attack is using a known BIN and systematically generating the remaining digits of a credit card number, usually by using BOTs. Scammers then visit a business’s e-commerce site and begin a process known as brute force card testing. This entails hundreds of rapid e-commerce transactions for small dollar amounts to confirm which card numbers work.
Small transactions of less than $1 are typically used in these tests. Small amounts are difficult for fraud detection systems to detect, and most consumers are unaware of them. The valid numbers are then used to conduct significantly larger transactions, resulting in losses for merchants and issuers.
BIN attack fraud is particularly dangerous because it involves no theft or data breaches—the victim's card number is chosen at random.
A PCI-compliant payment gateway is the first step in dealing with card testing and other types of e-commerce fraud. The system should contain AVS and CVV matching, as well as current fraud screening solutions. Protocols for preventing fraud, such as 3-D Secure, can also assist in avoiding card testing.
How Does PCI Compliance Protect Consumers and Merchants?
There are many reasons to minimize the risk of a data breach. Keeping this risk as low as possible is the primary goal of the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard or PCI DSS. Ensuring that your payment platform and daily operations are PCI compliant is the first step in ensuring the safety of your customers – and your business.
What exactly is PCI compliance? While the PCI DSS is not a law, it is a sweeping mandate across the entirety of the credit card industry that works to keep consumers safe. Specifically, this mandate exists to safeguard consumer data. Given how much data changes hands every day during financial transactions, it only makes sense for a standard like this to be necessary.
In order to accept credit card payments of any type, you must demonstrate and maintain PCI compliance. This standard also applies to your business if it is involved with financial transactions in any way, such as through processing or other services.
A qualified security assessor or QSA will provide self-evaluation tools for your business to determine your level of PCI compliance. While 100% compliance is obviously the goal, less than 30% of businesses receive this 100% rate during the initial period of evaluation. These evaluations can help a company finetune its everyday operations and payment protocols to raise this compliance level.
PCI compliance protects consumers by ensuring that their data does not become part of a breach. This protection also boosts business by increasing consumer trust and satisfaction. Safer financial transactions and a higher consumer satisfaction rating make this standard a win-win for companies of all kinds.
Security Scans for PCI Compliance
One of the best ways to ensure PCI compliance is through a security scan by an Approved Scanning Vendor.
This involves scanning your business’s IP address and network to identify any unauthorized access to the network or security vulnerabilities that could allow for unlawful access to corporate or consumer data.
Business owners should also engage in regular physical inspections of their point-of-sale systems to look for any unusual changes or physical devices that could indicate data siphoning, duplication, or other suspicious activity.
All of this is done to ensure that the business and payment processors are not only PCI compliant, but operating in the most efficient way to serve their consumers.
How Can Merchants Increase Security for Consumers Beyond PCI Compliance?
PCI compliance is important, but it is not the only way that merchants can ensure their consumers’ safety and protect against data breaches. Partnering with a payment processing solution that is both focused on this compliance and on helping you achieve it is another great way to provide your customers with the best possible service.
Need to talk about breach protection products?
Paystri is a full-service payment acceptance and technology provider that provides omnichannel support. With payment solutions tailored to the needs of modern businesses and their consumers, your company will have all the support you need to achieve and maintain PCI compliance. For more information on how we can help, contact us today!


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1. Tickets cancelled up to 41 days prior to the event will be refunded however, a $20 Cancellation Fee will be deducted from the amount refunded.
2. Tickets cancelled between 40 days and 21 days prior to the event will be refunded however, a $100 Cancellation Fee will be deducted from the amount refunded.
3. Tickets can not be cancelled from 20 days prior to the event, however they can be transferred in to another name.
Advanced class policy:
Please note that if you apply for the advanced class and a senior teacher deems that you are currently not at that standard, you will be placed in the general classes.


Do you know how to claim your expenses as a landlord?
According to the latest figures released by the ATO, Australia’s 1 895 775 property investors own 2.71 million rental investment properties around the country. Many landlords get it wrong when claiming tax deductions from the ATO simply because they are unaware of what expenses they can claim back from the ATO.
As a landlord, you can claim tax deductions for many of the expenses associated with your property. Some can be claimed immediately, while others are claimed over a number of years. For instance, if you have work done to your property, make sure to make note of whether the work is a repair or an improvement on your property. Repair costs are deductible in the year they occur, but the cost of improvements, ie. Capital costs, become part of the cost base. These figures are then used to calculate your capital gain or capital loss when you eventually sell your property.
Here is an indication of the type of expenses you are able to claim on your investment property:
- Council Rates
- Water Charges
- Interest on loan(s)
- Repairs and maintenance
- Property Agent fees/commission
- Plant depreciation
- Sundry rental expenses
- Capital works deduction
- Stationary, telephone and postage
- Body Corporate Fees
- Travel Expenses
- Land tax
- Gardening/ lawn mowing
- Cleaning Expenses
- Advertising for Tenants
- Pest Control
- Legal Fees
Whilst the list of possible expenses is extensive, the largest deduction for most people who have taken out a loan to fund an investment, is the mortgage – interest costs. These costs are tax deductible and should be no issue when claiming from the ATO as the interest costs are recorded on the lender’s statement upon repayments. The ATO states that the investor is able to claim 20 per cent of the borrowing expenses, which includes legal expenses and stamp duty, for the first five years after buying the property.
However, a common mistake made investors is to claim the interest costs for the whole 12 months when they have only leased the property fora portion of the year, as a holiday home for example. It is important to ensure that costs being deducted is proportioned to the time the property was rented or was available for rent.
In addition, some landlords also make the mistakes of claiming deductions for rental properties not available for rent or overstating deduction claims for the interest on investment loans which have a private proportion.
It is critical to be aware of what you as a landlord are able to claim, enabling you to receive the most from your tax reductions. Nevertheless, be sure to claim correctly as costly penalties are set in place by the ATO if your tax claims are incorrect. The ATO offers a comprehensive tax office guide, Rental Properties, which aim to help investors get their tax right. Find this publication at the ATO website.


Using the internet as a way to help you build your business, whether it’s an online or offline business, is an extremely cost-effective technique. When it comes to mass email marketing you can literally reach hundreds of thousands of potential customers all with the click of a button and with very little overhead (just the price of your internet connection and website hosting costs).
The low cost of this type of advertisement had a downside, companies started sending out millions of messages to unsuspecting email recipients who then started complaining about spam – unsolicited bulk commercial emails.
The rocketing number of spam emails that were being sent out created a backlash from the public which eventually led to new laws to prevent the abuse of the email message system, the CAN SPAM laws. These laws basically state that you can’t send out a lot of emails to random email addresses.
In order to be in compliance with the law, and not be accused of spamming, there are a few things you need to do:
1. Your email message must have an accurate ‘from’ heading where you put in your name or the name of your company.
2. The subject line of your email must be accurate and relate to the actual content of your email.
3. As the sender, you must provide an actual physical address for you or your company.
4. Make sure to clearly label your email if it contains adult content.
5. You cannot have a false header on your email.
6. You must provide a clear, and free, link for the recipient to ‘unsubscribe’ and if they click on that link they should immediately be removed from your email list and you should never send them another email.
7. Having an ‘opt-in’ list is probably your very best defense against being accused of spam. This method will encourage your website visitor to sign up to receive your emails. They are giving you permission to send them emails. In order to get them to sign up to your list, you can offer them an incentive such as a free report or a multi-part mini-course that they will receive over a period of a week or so. Whatever you offer them to get them to sign up, make sure it has real value to your subscriber. Take a little time and develop a report that has some real value and substance to it.
These are the basics of the law. I’m not an expert or a lawyer to make sure you take a little time and learn all the ins and outs of the CAN SPAM law so that you can make sure your company is in compliance. Don’t let the new laws scare you off from using mass email marketing since it can be a very effective marketing tool for your business.
If you take the time to find out what all the regulations are and then you follow them, you will be in compliance and you will be able to add a lot of customers to your business which will eventually lead to a lot more sales, and that’s what we all want.


AeroRepair is committed to providing a safe, efficient, and productive work environment for all employees. Using or being under the influence of drugs or alcohol on the job may pose serious safety and health risks. To help ensure a safe and healthful working environment, job applicants and employees may be asked to provide body substance samples (such as urine and/or blood) to determine the illicit or illegal use of drugs and alcohol. Refusal to submit to drug testing may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
Copies of the drug testing policy will be provided to all employees. Questions concerning this policy or its administration should be directed to the Office Manager.
The Company, by regulation, is required to have an FAA approved anti-drug and alcohol program. This program consists of training, pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, and random testing.


Dr. Ronald Stevenson
Dr. Ronald Stevenson has been member of the Board of Directors for two years. He is a lawyer who specializes in Indigenous constitutional rights and, until his retirement in 2019 was a senior lawyer with the federal Department of Justice. He also teaches at Osgoode Hall Law School and the University of Ottawa and holds degrees from Memorial University of Newfoundland, Oxford, Victoria, Osgoode and Ottawa. Dr. Stevenson has been active in the Ottawa music community as a singer and looks forward to contributing to the work of Music and Beyond.


In a shocking and unjust move, an Iranian court has sentenced Mahsa Yazdani, a mother whose son was killed by security forces during protests last year, to 13 years in prison. Yazdani was convicted on charges of blasphemy, incitement, insulting the supreme leader, and spreading anti-regime propaganda, after she publicly condemned the regime’s attacks on protesters and called for justice for her son.
Yazdani’s son, Mohammad Javad Zahedi, was shot several times at close range in the back and head during protests in September 2022. Videos and photos of his body riddled with shotgun pellets went viral on social media, sparking outrage and anger across the country.
After her son’s death, Yazdani bravely spoke out against the regime and its brutal crackdown on protesters. She shared her story with the media and called for justice for her son and others killed in the demonstrations.
Her activism did not go unnoticed by the authorities. In August 2023, she was arrested at her home and charged with a slew of offences. Her trial was swift and unfair, and she was sentenced to 13 years in prison, with the first five years to be served without parole.
Yazdani’s sentencing is a stark reminder of the Iranian regime’s intolerance of dissent and its willingness to persecute even those who have lost loved ones at the hands of its security forces. It is also a clear message to other families of victims of the regime’s repression that they will be punished if they speak out.
The Center for Human Rights in Iran has strongly condemned Yazdani’s sentencing, calling it “disgraceful”. It has also pointed out that hundreds of mothers in Iran have been blocked from pursuing justice for their murdered loved ones while themselves being persecuted for simply raising their voices.
Yazdani’s sentencing comes amid a broader crackdown on dissent in Iran. The regime has been cracking down on protesters, journalists, human rights activists, and anyone else who dares to speak out against it.
In recent months, there have been a number of other cases of mothers being persecuted for seeking justice for their sons killed by security forces. For example, the father and sister of Abolfazl Adinezadeh, a 17-year-old shot dead by security forces, were charged with “anti-government propaganda” in May 2023.
The international community must speak out against Yazdani’s sentencing and the Iranian regime’s persecution of families of victims of repression. The Iranian people have a right to justice and to live free from fear of persecution.


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The aim of this unit is to introduce legal and ethical policies, principles and practices, which guide working with children and young people, at all levels of sport participation.
Students learn about the legal and ethical issues, behaviour and obligations of a person in a position of authority in a sport organisation as well as the safety and welfare of children and young people. The unit assessment tasks, measure students’ knowledge of ethical principles and codes of conduct as well as their applied understanding of ethically and legally challenging case studies.
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More and more consumers look for opinions about a given product on the Internet before buying it. Meanwhile, a significant proportion of the entries that can be found on the web are false. Astroturf marketing, i.e. buying flattering opinions, is a growing problem also in Poland. The law allows to punish those who pay for positive comments. The penalty can reach up to 10% of the turnover of the year preceding the year of the decision. However, experts claim that proving such an act is difficult.
- Astroturfing, i.e. buying flattering opinions, is a phenomenon more and more frequently encountered on the Polish market. The Internet is full of offers from various entrepreneurs who want to provide their services in this way. Such an action may be qualified as an unfair market practice. It results directly from the provisions of the Act on Counteracting Unfair Market Practices,' Joanna Affre, advocate and managing partner in the law firm Affre i Wspólnicy, emphasizes in an interview with Newseria Biznes news agency.
Astroturfing, i.e. the location of artificial grass in English, consists in conducting campaigns which pretend to be the opinions of ordinary consumers. More and more companies and agencies, also in Poland, offer to entrepreneurs who introduce a product to the market or want to improve its perception, creating a positive climate around the product or service. According to some researchers, the problem is large and even several dozen percent of all opinions on the web are false.
- Impersonating yourself as a consumer when you are not one, and writing comments under products or services, thus spreading flattering or unflattering comments about your competitors by traders always misleads consumers. They obtain false information and create a false impression of the authenticity of the phenomenon. This can be qualified as an unfair market practice. Then the President of the Office of Competition and Consumer Protection may enter the game - explains Joanna Affre.
Under the provisions of the Act on Counteracting Unfair Market Practices and the Act on Competition and Consumer Protection, the President of the Office for Competition and Consumer Protection has the right to fight against such action. Both agencies that offer such activities and entrepreneurs who buy them are subject to penalties.
- If the President of the office considers that such actions constitute an infringement, he may initiate proceedings and impose penalties of up to 10% of the turnover of the year preceding the year of the decision. These may also be soft actions, i.e. asking entrepreneurs to stop such actions and thus terminate the proceedings - says the attorney.
However, in many situations companies are unpunished, mainly due to the difficulty of proving such an act to them. The institution of a mysterious client, often used e.g. in the West, may prove helpful. In the United States, in one of the cases the prosecutor impersonated an entrepreneur who wants to buy positive comments, obtained offers and with them also evidence.
- The President of the Office of Competition and Consumer Protection could also use the institution of a mysterious customer to gather evidence in such proceedings. He would also have a lot of work to do when browsing Polish websites - emphasises Joanna Affre. - Certainly, actions taken by dishonest entrepreneurs distort consumers' decisions about purchasing products or services in a very important way.
This is all the more so because more and more customers first read the opinions about them that are posted by internet users before buying a product or using the services of a given company.


Applying for jobs can be stressful for anyone, but for a student with a disability--whether visible or invisible, there are added layers of complexity. Should you disclose? Should you ask for accommodations during the hiring process?
Whether or not you choose to disclose, it’s important to be aware of the law. Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) makes it illegal for an employer to discriminate against a qualified applicant with a disability, and it applies to private employers with 15 or more employees, as well as to all state and local government employers.
An applicant with a disability, like all other applicants, must be able to meet the employer's requirements for the job-- including education, training, employment experience, and skills. In addition, they must be able to perform the "essential functions" of the job-- either on their own or with the help of "reasonable accommodation." An employer does not have to provide a reasonable accommodation if it will cause "undue hardship," meaning, if it’s significantly difficult or expensive.
This fact sheet, adapted from the Equal Opportunity Employment Commission’s website, answers some common questions about accommodations during the job search process:
1. I have a disability and will need an accommodation for the job interview. Does the ADA require an employer to provide me with one?
Yes. Employers are required to provide "reasonable accommodation" -- appropriate changes and adjustments -- to enable you to be considered for a job opening. Reasonable accommodation may also be required to enable you to perform a job, gain access to the workplace, and enjoy the "benefits and privileges" of employment available to employees without disabilities. An employer cannot refuse to consider you because you require a reasonable accommodation to compete for or perform a job.
2. Can an employer refuse to provide me with an accommodation because it is too difficult or too expensive?
An employer does not have to provide a specific accommodation if it would cause an "undue hardship"-- that is, if it would require significant difficulty or expense. However, an employer cannot refuse to provide an accommodation solely because it entails some costs, either financial or administrative.
If the requested accommodation causes an undue hardship, the employer still would be required to provide another accommodation that does not.
Example: A company conducts job interviews in a second floor office. There is no elevator. The company calls Tanya to arrange for an interview for a position. She requests a reasonable accommodation because she uses a wheelchair. Installing an elevator would be a undue hardship, but the employer could conduct the interview in a first floor office. The employer must move the location of the interview as a reasonable accommodation.
3. What are some examples of "reasonable accommodations" that may be needed during the hiring process?
Reasonable accommodation can take many forms. Ones that may be needed during the hiring process include (but are not limited to):
providing written materials in accessible formats, such as large print, braille, or audio files
providing readers or sign language interpreters
ensuring that recruitment, interviews, tests, and other components of the application process are held in accessible locations
providing or modifying equipment or devices
adjusting or modifying application policies and procedures.
Example: John is blind and applies for a job as a customer service representative. John could perform this job with assistive technology, such as a program that reads information on the screen. If the company wishes to have John demonstrate his ability to use the computer, it must provide appropriate assistive technology as a reasonable accommodation.
Example: An employer requires job applicants to line up outside its facility to apply for a job, a process that could take several hours. Tara has multiple sclerosis and that makes her unable to tolerate prolonged exposure to temperatures in the 90's. Tara therefore requests that she be allowed to wait indoors where it is air conditioned until the human resources department is ready to take her application. The employer would need to modify its hiring procedure to accommodate Tara.
4. Because of my learning disability, I need extra time to complete a written test. Does the ADA require an employer to modify the way a test is given to me?
Yes. An employer may have to provide testing materials in alternative formats or make other adjustments to tests as an accommodation for you. The format and manner in which a test is given may pose problems for persons with impaired sensory, speaking, or manual skills, as well as for those with certain learning disabilities. For example, an applicant who is blind will not be able to read a written test, but can take the test if it is provided in braille or the questions are recorded. A deaf person will not understand oral instructions, but these could be provided in a written format. A 30-minute timed written test may pose a problem for a person whose learning disability requires additional time.
Thus, the ADA requires that employers give application tests in a format or manner that does not require use of your impaired skill, unless the test is designed to measure that skill.
Example: An employer gives a written test for a proofreading position. The employer does not have to offer this test in a different format (e.g., orally) to an applicant who has dyslexia because the job itself requires an ability to read.
5. When do I have to tell an employer that I need an accommodation for the hiring process?
It is best to let an employer know as soon as you realize that you will need a reasonable accommodation for some aspect of the hiring process. An employer needs advance notice to provide many accommodations, such as alternative formats for written documents, and adjusting the time allowed for taking a written test. An employer may also need advance notice to arrange an accessible location for a test or interview.
Asking for an Accommodation
6. How do I request a reasonable accommodation?
You should inform the employer that you need some sort of adjustment to the application/interviewing process orally or in writing. It may take some time for them to arrange it, so you should give them as much notice as possible.
7. What happens after I request an accommodation?
The employer may need to discuss your request more fully in order to understand your disability and why you need an accommodation. You should respond to the employer's questions as quickly as possible and be sure to explain how a proposed accommodation would enable you to participate fully in all aspects of the application/interviewing process. If your disability and need for accommodation are not obvious, the employer may ask you for reasonable documentation explaining the disability and why an accommodation is needed.
Example: A tech company requires applicants to take a written test. Rodney has dyslexia and requests extra time for the exam, as a reasonable accommodation. The human resources associate is unfamiliar with dyslexia and requests information about the condition and why the accommodation is necessary. Rodney must provide this information.
8. I asked for a specific accommodation, but the employer offered me a different one instead. Do I have to accept it?
An employer has to offer an accommodation that will meet your needs. If more than one accommodation meets your needs, then the employer may choose which one to provide. You cannot insist on a specific accommodation only because it is a personal preference. If the employer's proposal does not meet your needs, then you need to explain why.
Example: Charles is blind and asks that a written test be read to him as a reasonable accommodation. The employer proposes to provide Charles with a braille version of the test, but Charles explains that he cannot read braille. Thus, a braille version would not be an effective accommodation. The employer then proposes to provide Charles with a recording of the test directions. While Charles preferred to have someone read the questions to him, the recorded version meets his needs and thus is acceptable as a reasonable accommodation.
Discussing Disability with the Potential Employer
The ADA prohibits employers from asking questions that are likely to reveal the existence of a disability before making a job offer (i.e., the pre-offer period). This prohibition covers written questionnaires and inquiries made during interviews, as well as medical examinations. However, such questions and medical examinations are permitted after extending a job offer but before the individual begins work (i.e., the post-offer period).
9. What are examples of questions that an employer cannot ask on an application or during an interview?
Examples of prohibited questions during the pre-offer period include:
Do you have a heart condition? Do you have asthma or any other difficulties breathing?
Do you have a disability which would interfere with your ability to perform the job?
How many days were you sick last year?
Have you ever filed for workers' compensation? Have you ever been injured on the job?
Have you ever been treated for mental health problems?
What prescription drugs are you currently taking?
10. May the employer ask me these questions after making a job offer?
Yes. An employer can ask all of the questions listed in Question 9, and others that are likely to reveal the existence of a disability, after it extends you a job offer as long as it asks the same questions of other applicants offered the same type of job. In other words, an employer cannot ask such questions only of those who have obvious disabilities. Similarly, an employer may require a medical examination after making a job offer as long as it requires the same medical examination of other applicants offered the same type of job.
11. May an employer ask me whether I will need a reasonable accommodation for the hiring process?
Yes. An employer may tell all applicants what the hiring process involves (for example, an interview, timed written test, or job demonstration), and then ask whether they will need a reasonable accommodation for this process. (See Question 16 for a discussion about employers asking about an applicant's need for reasonable accommodation for the job.)
12. I have an obvious disability. Can an employer ask me medical questions during an interview?
No. Except as explained in Question 15 below, an employer cannot ask questions about an applicant's disability either because it is visible or because the applicant has voluntarily disclosed a hidden disability.
13. After I got a job offer, the employer had me take a medical examination in which I revealed I have epilepsy. Can the employer withdraw my job offer?
While the employer had the right to require a post-offer medical examination, he cannot withdraw the job offer solely because you revealed you have a disability. Instead, the employer can withdraw the job offer only if it can show that you are unable to perform the essential functions of the job (with or without reasonable accommodation), or that you pose a significant risk of causing substantial harm to yourself or others.
Example: Darla receives a job offer to be a cook at a hotel resort, and during the medical examination she discloses that she has epilepsy. The hotel doctor expresses concern about Darla working around stoves and using sharp utensils. Darla tells the doctor that her seizures are controlled with medication and offers to bring information from her neurologist to answer the doctor's concerns. Darla also points out that she has worked as a cook for seven years without any incidents. The hotel will violate the ADA if it withdraws Darla's job offer based on her epilepsy.
14. During the hiring process, I gave the employer medical information that I do not want anyone else to know about. Must the employer keep this information confidential?
Yes. The ADA contains strict confidentiality requirements. Medical information revealed during the hiring process (pre- or post-offer) must be kept confidential, with certain exceptions. The confidentiality requirements protect both information voluntarily revealed as well as information revealed in response to an employer's written or oral questions or during a medical examination.
An employer may share medical information with other decision-makers involved in the hiring process who need it so they can make employment decisions consistent with the ADA. The ADA also permits an employer to share medical information with the following individuals:
supervisors and managers may be told about necessary restrictions on the work or duties of an employee and about reasonable accommodations
first aid and safety personnel may be told if the disability might require emergency treatment
government officials investigating compliance with the ADA
state workers' compensation offices, state second injury funds, or workers' compensation insurance carriers.
An employer also may use the information for insurance purposes.
Discussing Accommodation to Perform the Job
15. May an employer ask applicants on an application form or during an interview whether they will need reasonable accommodation to perform the job?
Generally, no. An employer cannot ask all applicants whether they would need reasonable accommodation to perform a job because the answer to this question is likely to reveal whether an applicant has a disability.
However, if the employer knows that an applicant has a disability, and it is reasonable to question whether the disability might pose difficulties for the individual in performing a specific job task, then the employer may ask whether she would need reasonable accommodation to perform that task. An employer might know that an applicant has a disability because it is obvious or she has voluntarily revealed the existence of one. If the applicant indicates that accommodation will be necessary, then the employer may ask what accommodation is needed.
Example: Carl has a severe limp and uses a cane because of his prosthetic leg. He applies for a job which does not require employees to move around but does require that they stand for long periods of time. The employer asks Carl about his ability to stand and whether he will need reasonable accommodation to perform the job. Carl replies that he will need accommodation. The employer asks Carl for examples of accommodations, and Carl suggests two possibilities: a tall stool so that he can sit down but still reach the necessary equipment, or alternatively, a "sit-stand" chair which will provide support and enable him to do the job.
Also, if the employer believes an applicant with an obvious disability will need a reasonable accommodation to do the job, it may ask the applicant to describe or demonstrate how she would perform the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Example: Alberto uses a wheelchair and applies for a job that involves retrieval of files that would seem to be beyond his reach. The employer can show him the files and ask him to explain or demonstrate how he would perform this task.
16. Do I have to tell the employer during the application process that I might need an accommodation to perform the job?
No. The ADA does not require that an applicant inform an employer about the need for a reasonable accommodation at any particular time, so this information need not be volunteered on an application form or in an interview.
Determining the best moment to tell a prospective employer about the need for reasonable accommodation on the job is a personal decision. Sometimes, applicants are not aware they may need a reasonable accommodation until they have more information about the job, its requirements, and the work environment. Some applicants choose to inform an employer during the application process after they better understand the job and its requirements. Others choose to wait until they have a job offer.
Being "Qualified" for the Job
17. What if my disability prevents me from performing some job duties?
An employer does not have to hire you if you are unable to perform all of the essential functions of the job, even with reasonable accommodation. However, an employer cannot reject you only because the disability prevents you from performing minor duties that are not essential to the job.
Example: Wei is deaf and applies for an position. The essential functions for this job are to research and write materials. While the job description states that the employee must also answer the phone, in practice the person in the role rarely does this because other employees have responsibility for this duty. The employer cannot reject Wei solely because she is unable to answer the phone since that is not an essential part of performing this job.
18. Can an employer refuse to hire me because she believes that my disability makes it unsafe for me to perform a job?
An employer can refuse to hire you only if your disability poses a significant risk of substantial harm to you or others. If an employer has such concerns, he must seek appropriate information to assess the level of risk and the nature of the harm. This can include asking questions about prior work experience and requesting specific information from your doctor related to health and safety.
An employer cannot refuse to hire you based on a slightly increased risk, speculation about future risk, or generalizations about your disability. The employer must also consider whether a risk can be eliminated or reduced to an acceptable level with a reasonable accommodation.
Example: An employer learns during a post-offer medical examination that Simone has depression. She has been offered a high-level managerial position, but the employer is concerned that the job will be too stressful, causing Simone's illness to worsen. Simone's depression is well-controlled with medication and she has been working for two years in a similar position with no effect on her depression or her performance. Based on this information, Simone's disability would not pose a high level of risk of harm and therefore the employer could not refuse to hire her based on fears that she will experience an increased number of depressive episodes or that she would be unable to perform the job.
Obtaining More Information about the ADA
19. How can I get more information about the ADA?
You can obtain more information about the ADA and its requirements through EEOC's website, https://www.dor.ca.gov. This website contains documents addressing various ADA issues, including the following:
These documents can also be obtained by calling EEOC's Publications Distribution Center at:
Also available from the Center is the ADA Technical Assistance Manual, a practical and comprehensive explanation of all of the ADA employment provisions. The Manual comes with a nationwide resource directory. All documents are free and available in alternative formats.
To obtain more information about the ADA, contact the EEOC at:
Other Accommodations Resources
When it comes to self-instituted accommodations, both Apple and Microsoft offer an array of accessibility resources. There are many accessibility features already possible with their products, many of which most customers are unaware. You may be able to incorporate shortcuts and features into your workflow by following the guidelines they provide.
For a searchable database of accommodations for employees with disabilities, JAN is a great place to start. The website also offers a template for accommodations letter, info to share with employers that gives advice on how to work with employees with particular disabilities, and a nice collection of publications that could help you talk about your needs, should you decide to disclose them.
The Department of Rehabilitation is a department of government run by the state of California. Most states have similar departments, also known as “vocational rehabilitation” in other states. Regardless of what they’re called, they have a similar mission: to that assist individuals with disabilities and help them obtain and retain employment. Some of the services offered include career assessment and counseling, help with job searches, training and interview skill coaching. DOR can also help by providing assistive technology to support students at their workplace.


Local SEND Offer - https://stockport.fsd.org.uk/kb5/stockport/fsd/localoffer.page
This report has been written taking account of the 0-25 SEND Code of Practice 2014, the Special Educational Needs and Disability Regulations 2014 and the Children and Families Act 2014.
Definition of Special Educational Needs
Children have special educational needs if they have a learning difficulty that calls for special educational provision to be made for them.
Children have learning difficulties if they:
• Have a significantly greater difficulty in learning than the majority of children of the same age
• Have a disability that prevents or hinders them from making use of educational facilities of a kind generally provided for children of the same age in schools within the LA
• Are under compulsory school age and fall within the definitions above or would do so if special educational provision was not made for them
Children are not regarded as having a learning difficulty solely because the language of their home is different from the language in which they will be taught.
Many children will have special educational needs of some kind at some time during their education. The majority of these will be overcome although a few children will need extra help for some or all of their time in school.
As a school we aim to fulfil the principles of the Code of Practice:
• All children with special educational needs should have their needs met
• The special educational needs of children will normally be met in mainstream schools
• The views of the child should be sought and taken into account where ever possible
• Parents have a vital role in supporting their child’s education and their views should be taken into account
• Children with special educational needs should have a broad, balanced and relevant education
The school’s policy details how this school will do its best to ensure that the necessary provision is made for any pupil who has special educational needs and that those needs are made known to all who are likely to teach them. We aim to identify children with special educational needs as early as possible. We aim to work closely with parents and recognise that partnership with parents can help to identify and recognise underlying causes for the child’s behaviour or needs. The named person responsible for the co-ordination of SEND provision is Mrs Nicola Clifford.
The Governor attached to SEN for the school is Mrs Cindy Davies.
To contact our SENDCo team please email firstname.lastname@example.org


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President: Eva Rey
Vice President/Secretary: Benjamin Wilson
Treasurer: Shawn O'Keefe
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is smoking cannabis for medical purposes not permitted?
There are two major concerns regarding smoking medicinal cannabis.
- Firstly, smoking is a particularly harmful way of taking medicinal cannabis, mainly because it poses comparable risks for bronchitis and lung cancer, as is the smoking of cigarettes. Smoking medicinal cannabis is not permitted by local or international Health authorities.
- Secondly, approved medicines used in Barbados are produced under strict conditions to ensure efficacy and safety. It is important that medical doctors know that medicines have been tested and are standardized by dose and therapeutic response. This means doctors can monitor the effects of the drug and doses can be adjusted according to a patient’s needs.
It is understood that smoked cannabis will not be prescribed in Barbados because smoked plant products will not satisfy governmental requirements.
- How will medicinal cannabis be accessed by pharmacies and doctors for prescription to patients?
The Barbados Medicinal Cannabis Licensing Authority grants licenses to facilitate the cultivation, processing, transport and dispensing of medicinal cannabis to patients. The Medicinal Cannabis Industry Act, 2019 outlines that medicinal cannabis products can be prescribed by a medical practitioner. A Pharmacy with a retail distributor's license can dispense medicinal cannabis when presented by a patient with a prescription and a valid form of identification.
Currently, there are five legally-approved medicinal cannabis drugs, placed on the National Drug Formulary for specific indications, via approval from the Minister of Health and Wellness utilising Section 12 of the Drug Abuse (Control and Prevention) Act Cap 131.
Please speak to your doctor or pharmacist for more information on accessing medicinal cannabis.
What are the short-term effects of cannabis use or THC based products?
Everyone's response to cannabis differs and can vary from one time to the next.
Like any other drug, cannabis can:
- Impair your ability to drive safely or operate heavy equipment
- It can cause drowsiness, slow reaction times, lower your ability to pay attention and impair coordination
- Affect your mental capacity
- Impair your concentration, memory and decision-making, and can impact your ability to perform well on the job or at school.
- Cause euphoria (a high) it can also cause anxiety or panic.
- In rare cases, cannabis can trigger a psychotic episode (not knowing what is real, experiencing paranoia, having disorganized thoughts and, in some cases, hallucinating).
   World Health Organization (WHO). The health and social effects of nonmedical cannabis use.
What are the long-term effects of cannabis use?
Using cannabis frequently (daily or almost daily) and over a long time (several months or years) can:
- Hurt your lungs and make it harder to breathe, if smoked
- Cannabis smoke may contain many of the same harmful chemicals found in tobacco smoke
- Affect your mental health
- Frequent use of THC based products over a long time increases the risk of cannabis dependence
- Increased risk of developing psychotic disorders
- Early exposure of cannabis use during the adolescent years can impair brain development and functioning
- Increased risk of cardiovascular disease
 Weinstein, AM, Cohen, K. Synthetic and Non-synthetic Cannabinoid Drugs and Their Adverse Effects-A Review from Public Health Prospective. Frontiers in Public Health 2018; 6:1-8. doi: 10.3389/fpubh.2018.00162.
What are the effects of cannabis on pregnancy and breastfeeding?
Cannabis use is discouraged during pregnancy and during nursing. Substances in cannabis can transfer from the mother to child and can affect your unborn or newborn baby.
How will side effects be dealt with as they are noted by the medical community?
Like any other prescribed medication, the administration of prescribed medicinal cannabis will be under supervision and monitoring by your doctor so to minimise harm, or negative interact to a patient. Factors like medical history, allergies, pregnancy, breastfeeding, co-morbidities, other medications that a patient may be taking will all be taken into consideration along with regular checkups.


Preamble to the Constitution of the United States, by the Committee of Style (Alexander Hamilton, William Johnson, Rufus King, James Madison, and Gouverneur Morris), September 12, 1787
We, the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect Union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.
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Trusts and Estates Associate Attorney – Pasadena Office
CMDB, a growing estate planning and administration, tax, real estate and business transaction law firm, is looking for an Associate Attorney with partner potential to join its family. The Associate Attorney must be a character-first, detail oriented, independent worker who proactively communicates, pursues growth and learning, and builds lasting relationships with co-workers and clients.
The Trusts and Estates Associate Attorney will be responsible for assisting our partners in client meetings to develop and implement a client’s estate plan, preparing estate planning documents, which include revocable living trusts, wills, durable powers of attorney, advance health care directives, charitable trusts, irrevocable trusts, and buy-sell agreements, administering trusts upon a settlor’s death, provide legal counsel to serving fiduciaries, handling probate court proceedings, working with the legal support team to accomplish his or her duties, and provide excellent customer service to our clients.
The Associate Attorney will work within the Trusts and Estates Practice Group under the direct supervision of Kelley Bannon Lashley, however, there will be cross-over work between the other practice groups of the firm as needed for each client’s plan.
Desired Skills and Expertise
The ideal Associate Attorney:
- Will have graduated at or near the top of his or her class and participated in a legal honor society (e.g., law review or law journal);
- Will have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in estate planning, trust and probate administration;
- Will have experience with sophisticated wealth transfer strategies including, business buy-sell agreements, irrevocable trusts, and charitable entities;
- Must possess exceptional attention to detail, excellent customer service, communication and organizational skills;
- Must demonstrate professionalism, be accountable and reliable, have the ability to prioritize tasks, and multitask in a high volume environment;
- Must respect and desire exacting standards regarding file setup, organization, database management, and overall accuracy of work and communication;
- Must recognize and solve complex problems as they arise;
- Must practice sound legal and business judgment;
- Must demonstrate highly proficient computer skills;
- Must be flexible and willing to learn new systems and practices;
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Must possess a sense of humor and empathy;
- Must want to work and learn from Certified Specialists in Estate, Planning, Trust and Probate Law and Taxation and Fellows of the American College of Trusts and Estates Counsel;
- Will have demonstrated leadership in his or her community; and
- Possess excellent practice management, leadership, interpersonal relationship building, entrepreneurial and strong business development skills necessary to become partner.
- J.D. degree from an ABA accredited law school
- Licensed (or willing to be licensed) to practice law in CA
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in estate planning, trust and probate administration
Salary varies based upon experience; minimum starting salary of $120,000 per year.
How to Apply
Please submit the following to email@example.com: (1) cover letter including why CMDB is the right firm for you, (2) resume, (3) sample letter or other work product that you produced and is not form generated, and (4) references. No phone calls or faxes, please.


In Texas, it is a crime to drive while intoxicated or drive people who are drunk or drinking. It is also not allowed to have an open mug, bottle, or can of beer in the car while sitting or driving. As long as the bottle has a broken seal, whether you are drinking or not, you will be in serious trouble once the police get you. This law that prohibits you from having an open liquor bottle in your car is called Open Container Law. It took effect in September 2001.
Defining an Open Container Law Violation
According to Texas Law, you go against Texas’ open container law if you have an open container of alcohol or liquor in the passenger area of a vehicle that is on a public highway. An open container can be an open bottle, a flask, container, or a can. Under this law, it doesn’t matter if the car is parked or moving.
The good side is that there are exemptions to this. The Open container law does not apply to motor vehicles that transport people who are paying for the service of being transported. These are vehicles like buses, limousines, and taxis. In these vehicles, it is okay to have open containers.
Another exemption is if an open container is found in a glove compartment, a trunk, or the back of the last upright seat then you won’t be charged. Vehicles that are designed to be homes such as campers and motor-homes are also exempted from this law.
Penalties for an Open Container DWI Offense
If an officer from the Houston Police Department charges you with an open container law violation, he or she will write you a ticket. You must sign the ticket as a promise to show up in court. If you are found guilty, then you are accused of a Class C Misdemeanor offense. You will be required to pay a fine of $500 with no jail term.
However, possessing an open container could attract DWI penalties if you were at the time driving while intoxicated. The sentence for a DWI offense is usually a minimum of 3 days but in this case, a DWI offense involving an open container is usually 6 days on the minimum. Your charges may also be severe if it is discovered that you violated DWI probation.
Not only that, the offense could affect other areas of your life like your education and career. You may end up missing out on important opportunities such as financial aid, scholarships, and work-study among others.
How To Fight A Houston Open Container Law Charge
There are ways you can escape from the open container law charge. With the help of a good DWI attorney, you can get a good defense leading to the charges being dropped. Some of the evidence that the court will need is you owning the container at the time you were stopped by a police officer and the container being opened. If there is no evidence, the charge may be dismissed.
Another defense is if the police were on an unlawful search at the time, then the evidence could be dismissed and the charge brought against you would have to be dropped.
What to Do When the HPD Pulls You Over
It is always good to know how to act and what to do when a police officer pulls you over. When you get stopped by a police officer, be cooperative but do not give them information that they have not asked for. Also, allow them to search your car if need be. Note that it is better if they perform their drinking driving tests instead of going to a hospital to have a BAC test.
In conclusion, all the penalties and consequences associated with violation of the open container law are not worth it. Always make sure you store your open containers in the trunk before you start driving.


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For further information about psychotherapy regulation, please visit The College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO).
As you may be aware, in November 2012 the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care requested that the Transitional Council for the College of Registered Psychotherapists and Registered Mental Health Therapists of Ontario reconsider the draft Registration Regulations related to the Registered Mental Health Therapist title.
The Transitional Council (TC) met on January 16, 2013 and, at that meeting, the redrafted Registration Regulations were presented to Council for their discussion and potential approval. While the discussion was centred on the two titles of Registered Psychotherapist and Registered Mental Health Therapist, there were also other very important changes in the draft regulations.
The Two Titles
The two options discussed for the Registered Mental Health Therapist Title were to have the RP and RMHT titles have the same registration requirements (the practitioner would be able to choose which title to use) or to include the RP title in the revised regulations and reserve the RMHT title for future use.
At the January 16, 2013 meeting, the Registration Regulation Committee announced that it had chosen to shelve the RMHT title and only proceed with the RP title. This was done in consultation with the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care and with the full support of the Ministry. The main reason cited for using only one title was to avert any possible public confusion and, thus, enhance public protection.
Education and Training Requirements
In the earliest drafts of the Registration Regulations, the requirement of a Master’s degree as ONE option for licensure was included. At the Ministry’s direction, this requirement was removed and only competency-based criteria were included. In the newest draft of the regulations, a Master’s degree has again been included as ONE of the options, as the Ministry now feels that this can be included. Competencies are no longer referenced but will be used as guidelines by the TC. The other options remain the same.
The clause now reads:
“ii. a master’s degree, which includes at least ten (10) semester courses (360) hours of training and education central to the practice of psychotherapy, recognized by the Registration Committee or a body that is approved by the Registration Committee; or”
In addition, the following was added
“The Registration Committee or a body approved by the Registration Committee shall not recognize a program unless one of its core components is to develop competency in the safe and effective use of self in the psychotherapeutic relationship.”
The grandparenting option required that candidates have at least 500 currency hours in Ontario. This has been changed to in Canada. This is an extremely important change, as we have many practitioners who practise across the Quebec-Ontario and Ontario-Manitoba borders.
Citizenship, Residency, Work Status
Former clauses 2(1) 5, 3(1) 2 and 3(1) 3 that were related to citizenship, residency and work status were eliminated. As part of the NAFTA agreement, they cannot be included in the regulations.
Definition of Currency Hours
This definition has been revised to include "other professional activities that impact the practice of psychotherapy." Examples of this would be teaching, supervising, research, serving on regulatory bodies.
Clause 5(1) 3 has been amended to read “The applicant must have successfully completed clinical experience that includes at least 450 direct client contact hours and at least 100 hours of clinical supervision related to these client contact hours. This clinical experience must not commence before the commencement of the educational program referred to in paragraph 1.”
The change was made for clarity.
The motion to accept these revised regulations and to allow them to be circulated for stakeholder feedback passed by a majority vote of the council.
The Professional Misconduct Regulation was approved by the Lieutenant-Governor-in-Council and filed with the Registrar of Regulations on October 19, 2012 as O. Reg. 317/12. The regulation, which will come into force on the day the Psychotherapy Act, 2007 is proclaimed, is posted here to the e-Laws website.
Please refer any questions or comments to CRPO.


Repossessions last year fell to their lowest level for almost 30 years.
There were 4,580 home-owner possessions, the lowest since 1980.
That year, there were 3,480 possessions, and 6.2m outstanding mortgages. At the end of last year, there were 9m outstanding mortgages.
In the final quarter of last year, 1,130 home owner mortgaged properties were taken into possession, down 3% on the same period in 2017.
Last year also ended with 77,610 home owner mortgages in arrears of 2.5% or more – 5% fewer than the previous year.
The number of buy-to-let mortgaged properties taken into possession in the last quarter of last year was 540, 14% down on the same period in 2017.
The number of buy-to-let mortgages where borrowers were in arrears of 2.5% or more in the last quarter of last year was 4,690 – unchanged from the previous year.
The figures, from trade body UK Finance, paint a slightly different picture to the latest statistics from the Ministry of Justice, also published yesterday, which show that potentially, the tide could be about to turn.
These show that mortgage possession claims increased by 30% between October and December last year in England and Wales.
Mortgage orders, warrants and repossessions by county court bailiffs were up by 29%, 30% and 5% respectively in the last quarter of last year, compared with the same period in 2017.
The average median time from claim to repossession rose to 55 weeks, compared with 42 weeks in the last quarter of 2017.
However, not all mortgage possession actions lead to actual repossessions and the Ministry of Justice does not disagree that there has been a fall in the number of mortgage possessions since 2008.


When Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Isn't The Very Best Debt Course of Action
Find out how Chapter 7 bankruptcy works, whether you can pass the eligibility "suggests examination," just what takes place to your home and auto in Chapter 7, which financial obligations will be released by Chapter 7 insolvency, and extra. A Chapter 13 insolvency involves paying back several of your debts to have the rest forgiven. It is necessary to recognize that while insolvency is a chance to begin again, it absolutely impacts your debt as well as future capacity to make use of loan. Bankruptcy is a legal procedure developed to stop collection phone calls and eliminate financial obligation completely.
The possibility of a borrower filing for personal bankruptcy will motivate some financial institutions to consent to lower the month-to-month payment, produce a long-term repayment strategy, or minimize the rate of interest or the debt. For something, you might not understand government or state insolvency laws or know which laws put on your case, particularly concerning what financial obligations can or can't be discharged.
We have the ability to help you with credit score counseling choices as well as could aid you purge your financial debt load via bankruptcy. Check out choices to Chapter 7 or Phase 13 personal bankruptcy before you file. Phase 11 is frequently described as reconstruction insolvency" due to the fact that it offers companies an opportunity to remain open while they reorganize business' financial debts and possessions so it could pay back creditors.
A bankruptcy attorney can help if you are having a hard time to pay off delinquent financial obligations as well as being pestered by collection companies. Nonetheless, it might be feasible to convert your phase 13 right into a phase 7 bankruptcy, if you are not successful. Your insolvency attorney can assist you avoid repossession, quit vehicle foreclosure, remove medical expenses, as well as discharge credit card financial obligation.
Such debtors ought to consider filing a request under chapter 11 of the Insolvency Code Under chapter 11, the debtor does not avoid bankruptcy yet could seek an adjustment of debts. And, if you do, you could have the ability to create an end result that can be a lot more beneficial than a Phase 13 insolvency. We understand that filing for bankruptcy can appear like a challenging procedure when you're bewildered with financial obligation-- especially if you're managing a wage garnishment, a pending claim, or a home repossession.
Filing bankruptcy could allow you to obtain a fresh financial beginning. Most individuals that declare bankruptcy select either a Phase 7 or Chapter 13 instance. When you state insolvency, your co-signer still might be lawfully obliged to pay all or component of your financing. Still, as a result of the long-lasting results of insolvency, some professionals think it's most useful when you have greater than $15,000 in debts.
Your bank card company will certainly choose whether you can keep your credit card after your bankruptcy. If you have not done so at this point, this may be where you recognize you need to find a personal bankruptcy legal representative Lawful advice is not a requirement for individuals declaring either Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 personal bankruptcy, however you are taking a significant risk if you opt to represent on your own.
The new insolvency law calls for credit scores therapy prior to bankruptcy filings anyhow so it's worth it to highly consider credit therapy as a bankruptcy option. The American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI) did a research study of PACER stats (public court records) from 2016 and also discovered that 95.5% of the 499,909 Phase 7 bankruptcy cases chose that year were released, meaning the person was no longer lawfully required to pay the debt.
To learn more concerning personal bankruptcy and other debt-relief alternatives, seek advice from a regional credit scores therapist or read the Federal Profession Payment's educational pages. The individuals as well as organisation who apply for insolvency have even more debts than money to cover them as well as don't see that altering anytime quickly.
Throughout this moment, a personal bankruptcy discharge can stop you from obtaining new lines of credit and may even cause problems when you make an application for tasks. The majority of the people filing bankruptcy were not particularly rich. Our bankruptcy attorneys could aid you to discover non-bankruptcy alternatives in order to help you discover the financial obligation relief service that their website is best for you.
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Alarmingly there is very little common knowledge about synthetic drugs. They are ‘designer’ drugs which are created to simulate the effects of street-drugs, whilst bypassing both the side-effects and the law.
The most common synthetic drugs are synthetic amphetamines and synthetic marijuana.
Shockingly both can be bought in retail, but their street name’s are ‘Bath salts’ and K2 or Spice respectively.
The law is constantly trying to adapt to the different ingredients that are being chemically engineered to copy street-drugs – this combined with the fact that they’re often sold as innocent ‘Bath salts’ or ‘incense’ means that synthetic drugs are both readily available and very difficult to combat.
This article will highlight the most common synthetic drugs, their effects, and their consequences.
What are Bath salts?
Bath salts are the slang term for a synthetic drug that simulates the effects of cocaine and/or amphetamines. The active agent within the drug that causes the high is mephedrone in Europe and MDPV in the US..
Bath salts are often misrepresented as plant food. This combined with packaging that advertises the fact that it is not fit for human consumption gives the drug a good chance to avoid the law.
What are Spice and K2?
Spice and K2 are essentially the same thing – synthetic marijuana. They consist of synthetic cannabinoids that mimic the effects of marijuana, however they are advertised as a legal high.
Both its affordability and availability make it a very popular drug. Its commonly seen as the legal alternative to marijuana.
What are the Consequences
Synthetic drug users often labour under the misapprehension that due to the fact that these drugs were designed to simulate street-drugs, they don’t have the same side effects. This is not the case.
The potential side effects are typically behavioural. Whether this is due to their addiction/dependency on the drug, or as a direct biological result is unknown. Regardless of being synthetic, these drugs still have the potential to ruin lives and should not be seen as a safe, legal alternative to street drugs.
What are the Side Effects
Side effects of synthetic marijuana are quite similar to those of real marijuana – they include paranoia, vomiting, increased blood pressure, increased heart rate, hallucinations, and the classic marijuana symptom, dilated pupils.
Similarly the side effects of Bath salts are similar to those they mimic (cocaine, LSD etc.). They can include increased blood pressure and heart rate, severe paranoia, and hallucinations with the potential to cause damage to themselves and those around them.
What is the Law doing?
There is a rising awareness for the dangers of synthetic drugs. Yet the dangers aren’t fully appreciated, in America only 42 states have actually banned the sale of synthetic drugs. The reason for this is the producers are constantly trying to keep ahead of the authorities – by synthesizing new drugs, they can’t be seen as illegal and can therefore technically be sold as legal highs till the authorities catch up with the newest ingredients.
As more and more synthetic drugs are banned, newer synthetics are created. The frightening fact is that those who create the drugs won’t care about side effects, as long as it achieves the desired high. These new synthetics have the potential to cause serious harm if this problem cannot be dealt with efficiently.
What is the Reality
Designer drugs are still drugs. There is a rising misconception that these are safe, legal highs; which they are not. Like any drug they have the potential to cause serious damage both to the user and those around them.
As with any drug there is the potential to develop an addiction. Synthetic drugs manufacturers attempt to give their products an innocent image. This can lead to naivety when dealing with these drugs. If a synthetic drug user develops an addiction, they could potentially believe its not possible to get hooked on synthetic drugs, meaning they don’t acknowledge their problem, and don’t get help.
People will use and experiment with new drugs, it is an unavoidable fact of society – but if this image of safe, synthetic drug continues then people will get hurt. They risk their health and their relationships, this can be avoided if synthetic drugs are viewed with the same sense of illegality, risk and taboo that street drugs are viewed with.
This guest post was provided by Stanely Martinson. Stanely has a myriad of interests but has recently been compelled to write about drug addiction as well as drug rehab, for more info on this subject, read here.


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The Board of Police Commissioners' duties is defined and established by I.C. 36-8-9-1 and Town Ordinance 32.01.
Board of Zoning Appeals
Under Indiana law (IC 36-7-4-900), the Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) is responsible for granting variances, developmental standards variances, variances of use (not available to area plan commissions), granting of special exceptions/conditional uses, and appeals from administrative decisions.
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The Economic Development Commission promotes and supports quality economic development to increase the number of quality jobs within the Town, to increase the non-resident share of the tax base, and to support local businesses.
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The Impact Fee Review Board hears appeals from developers and builders regarding the fees assessed for their proposed developments based on the Town of Brownsburg Zone Improvement Plan.
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The Redevelopment Commission promotes a positive town image through well-designed, high-quality development; assists with the planning and development of businesses in designated areas; secures a comfortable quality of life for residents; and aids in the elimination of inappropriate land use.
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