When a British emergency room doctor saves the life a woman who apparently attempted suicide, he is accused of committing a crime and stands trial. Not only is Dr. Matthew Kemble’s medical practice at risk, but also his liberty. If he is found guilty of trespassing on a woman’s right to die, he could go to jail.
The novel Do No Harm exposes the dangers faced by conscientious doctors in Britain. Dr. Kemble’s decision to treat a patient in defiance of her Living Will pits him against English Law, public opinion and his own profession. The legal and personal battles he faces raise many questions about the role of the physician in the modern world, contemporary beliefs about autonomy and human rights, and the increasingly bitter clash of values in twenty-first century Britain.
Set in and around London, the story explores the interrelated stories of a physician facing ruin and imprisonment at the height of his career, his old friend and doggedly determined lawyer, Jonathan Kirkpatrick, and Maria, a passionate, dedicated but intensely lonely young campaigner who while working for the defense proves incapable of staying out of trouble herself.


Naples alimony lawyer Russell Knight (https://divorceattorneynaplesfl.com/cohabitation-and-alimony-in-florida/) of The Law Office of Russell Knight has recently released an insightful article on the subject of cohabitation and alimony in Florida. The article provides valuable information on how cohabitation impacts alimony payments and the legal procedures surrounding these issues in the state of Florida.
In the first few paragraphs of the article, Naples alimony lawyer Russell Knight highlights the fact that alimony is awarded in a Florida divorce if the court finds that one party has a need for alimony and the other party has the ability to pay. The article goes on to explain that if the ex-spouse receiving alimony moves in with a boyfriend, girlfriend, or gets remarried, the presumption might be that the new partner is now supporting the ex-spouse, and the old ex-spouse should be relieved of their obligation to pay alimony. However, this is not the case under Florida law.
According to Naples alimony lawyer Russell Knight, “Cohabitation is a basis for modifying alimony after a Florida divorce.” He adds that the burden to prove a supportive relationship rests with the person trying to reduce or terminate alimony (the alimony payor). The article further elaborates on the factors a court can consider when determining if a supportive relationship exists and the different steps a court must take to modify alimony based on cohabitation.
The article also discusses the concept of proving a supportive relationship and the potential defenses that can be used by the alimony-receiving spouse. For instance, they may argue that the new partner does not really help the alimony-receiving spouse that much. However, Knight notes that the law in Florida does not consistently require the payee ex-spouse to prove they need alimony after a supportive relationship is proven.
The importance of clear contractual terms in alimony agreements is also emphasized in the article. Parties can agree on specific terms upon which alimony will reduce or cease, making the process more straightforward for everyone involved. Additionally, the article clarifies that any motion to modify alimony is only retroactive to the date of filing, but if the parties contracted in their marital settlement agreement for alimony to end upon cohabitation, the alimony ends upon cohabitation, not upon the filing date.
To better understand the complexities of cohabitation and alimony in Florida, consider reading the article by Naples alimony lawyer Russell Knight. The detailed analysis and legal insights provided can be invaluable for individuals facing these issues during a divorce or post-divorce.
About The Law Office of Russell Knight:
The Law Office of Russell Knight is a family law firm based in Naples, Florida, dedicated to helping clients navigate the complexities of divorce, child custody, and other family law issues. With a team of experienced attorneys, the firm offers personalized and compassionate legal representation to ensure that clients achieve the best possible outcomes for their cases.
Law Office of Russell Knight
1415 Panther Ln #218


Ryan is a litigator that thrives when confronted with complex legal and factual disputes, and prides himself on providing innovative and practical solutions.
He has a keen interest in fraud law and construction matters, and is developing a diverse practice that includes all aspects of insurance and commercial litigation.
He has represented clients with matters before all levels of Court in Ontario, and has trial experience. In particular, Ryan has been involved in successfully securing a Mareva injunction in a fraud matter, the successful resistance of a misnomer motion in a multi-million dollar construction lawsuit, and successfully appealing a trial decision at the Divisional Court on behalf of an automobile insurer. Ryan also has experience representing clients in confidential mediations and arbitrations, both domestic and international.
Outside work, Ryan is a fervent supporter of his hometown Toronto sports teams (in particular the Raptors and Maple Leafs). Even in the face of perennial disappointment, Ryan can be found cheering at the screen, or in the arena, with his friends and family for every game.
Prior to joining the firm in 2016, Ryan was a summer and articling student at a large national law firm in downtown Toronto, where he gained experience in both litigation and corporate law.
Associations / Memberships
- Law Society of Ontario
- The Advocates' Society
- Toronto Lawyers Association
- 2016, Admitted to the Bar of Ontario
- 2015, University of Toronto, Juris Doctor
- Graduated with Distinction Standing (2012-2015)
- Recipient of the Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg Prize in Contracts (2013)
- Recipient of the Blakes Scholar Award (2014)
- 2012, Queen’s University, Bachelor of Arts (Honours)


What is Typically an Appropriate Venue in a Lawsuit?
You might be wondering: Where is the best place to resolve a legal dispute in general? It depends on what your situation is. A lawsuit can be filed in any legal court that can give you a fair trial. But a defendant can transfer a case if they have a good reason to. You should choose a court that is capable of handling your claim.
When is SS1391 (b)(3) a proper venue in a case? This fallback provision allows for personal jurisdiction to be asserted in any judicial district. If defendants reside outside their home states, plaintiffs may look to this provision to provide venue. However, plaintiffs must establish that they have sufficient contacts with the defendant in a given district in order to file suit in that court.
Venue is important in federal civil actions because of geography and subject matter jurisdiction. A court that has personal jurisdiction over one defendant may not necessarily have subject-matter jurisdiction over another. A state with multiple federal district may not be the right venue. A federal court in another state might be the appropriate venue if a plaintiff files suit in one district, but is subject to jurisdiction elsewhere.
When filing a lawsuit, SS1391(b)(6) specifies that the district in which the defendant is personally liable is the appropriate venue. This rule generally applies to civil actions where the defendant is an individual and where a substantial part of the events gave rise to the lawsuit. This rule is particularly important in patent infringement cases. The following are examples of cases where SS1391(b)(6) may be appropriate in a lawsuit.
The federal venue statute is found at 28 U.S.C. SS 1391 is the definition of a federal civil action. It also describes its key components and distinguishes it from jurisdiction. Venue is important because a plaintiff’s filing in the proper venue does not guarantee the court has jurisdiction over the subject matter or parties to the lawsuit. As a result, a lawsuit can be dismissed or transferred if venue rules are improper.
The courts consider the entire chain of events when deciding the proper venue for a lawsuit with Abogados en San Bernardino. This includes the relationship between the parties and the district. Henderson v. Laser Spine Inst. is a case that illustrates the use of this fallback provision. LLC, a dispute involving fraud and negligence as well as intentional infliction or emotional distress. In this case, the defendant company’s relationship with the plaintiff in Maine was sufficient to establish personal jurisdiction in the Eastern District of Virginia.
A plaintiff will choose the judicial district where the alleged harm occurred. Normally, the venue is the state or county where the defendant resides. This is a geographical exercise. Some states have only one federal district while others can have as many as four. If the defendant is located in another state, the plaintiff must choose that state or county. SS1391(b)(7) is typically an appropriate venue in a lawsuit.
Courts consider the sequence of events when deciding where to file a suit. A dispute under SS1391B(8) will normally be heard in a district where a significant part of the events took place and the defendant has personal authority over the plaintiff. Personal jurisdiction refers to the place where a plaintiff can file a lawsuit, even if it is not located in the state.
There are exceptions to this rule about venue. A lawsuit arising from a contractual promise of performance must be filed in that county. This applies to creditor suits that arise from personal contracts and household agreements. A contract that contains personal use provisions is not allowed to waive venue requirements under subsection c.
To challenge an issue of venue in a case, file a motion for venue dismissal. The code of civil procedures lists the proper venue. This statute is often waived, but must be filed with initial response to complaint. The courts have special rules for venue, such as that the lawsuit can be moved from one federal district to another or from a state court to a federal court. Venue may be a defense in cases that involve foreign countries.
Venue is the place where a lawsuit is filed in a federal court. Rules are specific to federal courts and govern the venue of federal civil actions. A lawsuit must be filed in federal court. The plaintiff must establish personal jurisdiction in the appropriate district. In some cases venue is determined by law of the state where the defendant lives, such as a New York or California court.


Common Code Compliance Issues
Year-Round Watering Schedule:
Click HERE for the City of Cape Coral watering schedule
Grass, weeds, vines, palmetto scrub or other noxious growth must be kept less than 12 inches high. This includes all portions of an owner’s property, including along fences and poles.
Garbage and Trash Collection:
No refuse receptacle shall be placed out for collection earlier than 5:00 p.m. on the day prior to and the receptacles shall be taken in after the collection has been made that evening.
Horticulture refuse too large for receptacles and consisting of tree branches, brush, trimmings shall be cut in lengths not exceeding 6 feet and not more than 50 pounds. Palm fronds must be neatly stacked with fronds facing the same direction. Horticulture can be placed in carts, cans or paper horticulture bags accumulations shall be bundled and tied and placed in compact piles at curbside or street line within the confines of residents’ or owners’ side property lines. Deposits of refuses shall not obstruct pedestrian or vehicular traffic. No refuse shall be placed on property owned or occupied by others without permission.
Litter, Trash and Debris:
Litter, trash, and debris cannot be left in yard and must be disposed of properly. This includes broken or junk vehicles, vehicle parts, appliances, building materials, tires, trash, paper, cardboard, plastics, plant trimmings, fallen limbs, palm fronds, and fruit.
Storage of Junk:
Storage of junk is not permitted. For example, indoor items that cannot be kept outside include household appliances, auto parts, indoor furniture and building materials. Examples of items that can be stored outside include barbecue grills, lawn furniture, hoses, garden tools, and outdoor play equipment.
The City prohibits outdoor storage of items throughout the year due to natural weather events and to protect property values. Nuisance accumulations include the storage of materials which do not meet the definition of garbage, refuse or rubbish and which may have some real or perceived value to the owner of private property upon which it is located, but which constitutes by its existence, a nuisance in that it devalues the underlying or adjacent property, creates a public nuisance, nuisance per se or attractive nuisance, as defined by law, or threatens the public health, safety and welfare.
Prohibited Parking on Pervious Surfaces:
Parking is prohibited on any pervious surfaces in residential zoning districts. The prohibition includes, but is not limited to parking on the grass, sod, shell, rocks, dirt, or stones. In residential zoning districts, parking is permitted on approved impervious surfaces, which includes concrete, asphalt, paver block, stone pavers and rock pavers.
Parking or storage of vehicles or watercraft on vacant lots is prohibited.
Inoperable or unregistered motor vehicles, boats, and boat trails cannot be stored except in a fully enclosed structure. An inoperable vehicle is one that is not equipped with all the parts that is necessary to legally and safely operate on public streets. Also included is any vehicle, registered or unregistered, with one or more flat tires that cannot be driven under its own power.
Parking is thoroughly regulated in the city. Commercial vehicles, trailers, etc., are regulated both on vacant lots and in all residential neighborhoods.
Boats & Boat Trailers:
Boats and boat trailers may be parked or stored in the rear yard behind the last structural wall of the primary structure. Boats and boat trailers may not be parked, stored or kept in front or side yard of a single or multi-family residence, or on a vacant lot in a residential area. A maximum or two boats on trailers, or an empty boat trailer may be parked in the rear yard provided it/they are not allowed to fall into a state of disrepair. All boats and boat trailers must have a current registration from the State of Florida. This requirement also applies to any boats moored at docks or seawalls or stored on boat lifts or davits.
Boat Parking Permits:
When a boat is owned or leased by the person who also owns or leases the residential property on which such boat is to be parked upon the premises of the resident for a permit not exceeding 72 hours for loading and cleaning provided that a permit is first obtained from the City.
There shall be a minimum of a 48-hours interval between the expiration of one permit and the issuance of another and you must have a permit.
Recreation vehicles may be parked entirely within the confines of a garage or carport. However, when a RV is used for visitor transportation, a 10-day permit can be obtained allowing temporary residential parking. Residents can also obtain a temporary RV permit for 72 hours before and again after 48 hours after a trip. Pop-up campers are allowed in a closed state (only) in the rear yard of a residential property. For permits call Code at 239.574.0613.
All structural repairs, additions, accessory structures to residential or commercial property require a permit from the City. Repairs include new fencing, most plumbing, and electrical work, driveway alterations, changes to swales, right-of-way, and sheds. Converting a screened porch or lanai to a room is permissible, but only after a building permit is obtained. Before beginning the work, call 239.574.0546.
All property owners are responsible for maintaining the city owned right-of-way lying between the owner’s property boundaries and the pavement.
Except as allowed in this section, it is not lawful for any person to keep, raise, maintain, or pasture an animal that does not fit under the definition of a domestic animal including, but not limited to, cattle, chickens, goats, sheep, swine, other livestock, exotic, or wild animals in all zoning districts, whether improved or unimproved. The provisions of this section shall not apply to any property located in a district zoned Agricultural.
Garage sales may be conducted for a period of up to 3 consecutive days, no more than 3 per calendar year per residence, and no more than one sale in a 30 day period. To obtain a permit, you can get one at CapeCoral.net or at the Code Office.
Call 811 before you dig:
Smart digging means knowing where utility lines are buried before you dig in order to protect yourself from injury and prevent damage to underground utility lines. One easy call to "811" starts the process of getting underground utility lines marked for FREE. Calling 811 in Florida routes you to Sunshine State One Call. Your utility companies then send a professional locator to your location to mark underground lines within two full business days. Once the lines are marked, you will know the approximate location of your utility lines and can dig safely.
Other Helpful Numbers:
City of Cape Coral Main Line (239) 574-0401
Lee County Animal Control (239) 533-7387
Hyacinth & Mosquito Control (239) 694-2174
Citizens Action Center (239) 574-0425
Parks & Recreation (239) 573-3128
Non-Emergency Police and Fire (239) 574-3223
Building Permits (239) 574-0546
Cape Coral Licensing (239) 574-0430
Waste Pro (239) 945-0800
Customer Billing Services (239) 574-7722
Utilities (Water breakages or main breaks) (239) 574-0891
Cape Coral Affordable Housing (239) 471-0922
Friends of Wildlife (239) 980-2593
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FFWCC) Hotline (863) 648-3200
CROW (Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife) (239) 472-3644
Lee County Electric (239) 656-2300


One very important document for shareholders of a company is the share/ bond certificate. They are the legal proof of the share ownership. It is also a mandate that the organisations issue a Dividend/ Interest Warrant for each of the shareholder against the amount they are eligible for. Since it is a financial matter, the certificates and warrants require a number of security features like watermark, fugitive ink, hologram seals, etc.
Manipal Technologies has in place a well-equipped production facility for producing large volumes of bonds. They are embedded with security features of the highest order as far as any financial organization maybe concerned.


Alternative Dispute Resolution or Legalism? Beyond the Schism!
Under the umbrella term Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), discourses around mediation and other non-judicial approaches to conflict resolution have been constrained by a predominantly legal narrative ultimately founded on an `either-or’ dichotomy between status quos instead of allowing a third way resting on a `both-and’ approach. The highly influential ADR critic Owen M. Fiss rejected ADR as a threat to human rights, public values and justice. He argued that the legal script is the only reliable bulwark against demoralization under the spread of capitalism, and a yardstick by which public values can be maintained. Given the increasing commodification of justice and the law’s blindness for complex processes and structures, it is apparent that the legal tradition by itself has proven to be incapable of defending these values effectively. An approach to conflict transformation — which goes beyond being an Alternative Dispute Resolution to the judicial process, and transcends the dualism of either-or — may offer a more adequate response to address the challenges Fiss was justifiably concerned about. Mutli-disciplinary problem-solving teams, deep reconciliation and dialogue approaches are needed to address underlying conflicts the symptoms of which may become salient as legal breaches.
Table of Contents
I: Introduction: Is legalism better suited for dispute resolution?
II: Key Diagnosis: High risk of commodified justice
III: Key Prognosis: Careful: Capital may subvert the rule of law
IV: Key Therapy: Conflict Transformation conciles legalism & ADR


Here is a preview of our new public service announcement we will be broadcasting on our local school news programme.
Three years ago today, Joseph Frederick’s suit against secondary school principal Deborah Morse and the Juneau School District reached the US Supreme Court. Joseph Frederick was suspended for displaying the beside banner across from his school during the Olympic torch relay leading up to the 2002 Winter Olympics. In response, he sued, citing freedom of speech as provided by the first amendment of the US Constitution.
Applying the logic of the previous three landmark school speech cases (Tinker, Fraser, and Hazelwood), the Supreme Court ruled in favour of the Juneau School District, reasoning that “Bong Hits 4 Jesus” was considered promotion of illegal drugs and was thus contrary to the basic educational mission of the school.


These terms and conditions (the ‘Terms and Conditions’) govern any participation in this charitable auction (the “Auction”). By bidding in the Auction, you expressly agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.
1.The Cape Leopard Trust. (‘CLT’)
1.1 Proceeds of this Auction, conducted on behalf of SA Mint, will be donated to The Cape Leopard Trust. The successful bidder will be asked to make immediate payment by electronic funds transfer (EFT) in accordance with Clause 6.2. Full details will be supplied to the bidder when the auction concludes. See clause 4.4 below.
1.2 SA Mint and Cape Leopard Trust staff and relatives are excluded from taking part in the Auction.
2. Legal status of bids
2.1 Each placement of a bid will constitute a legal offer which, on acceptance by SA Mint and the CLT, will form an agreement which will be binding on the bidder.
2.2 For the avoidance of doubt and as set out in clause 4.4 below, all bids will remain valid until payment for the item or items being offered for auction (the ‘Items’) have been received.
3. Bidding process
3.1 Persons wishing to enter the Auction must register on the website www.legacylive.co.za with their full name, contact details and bid amount.
3.2 All entries must be received by 18:00pm (Central African Time CAT) on the closing date of the auction (15 November 2014).
3.3 The winning bid in the Auction will be the highest bid which meets any conditions which may be applicable (the ‘Winning Bid’).
3.3 If a bid is followed by a higher bid that is later removed for any reason, it will be open to SA Mint and the CLT to accept the earlier bid, as though the higher bid had never been made.
3.4 If a bid is successful, The SA Mint will notify the bidder by telephone or email to confirm the amount of the Winning Bid, details of the Items, and to arrange payment and delivery.
3.5 If there is any delay or technical difficulty involved in executing payment by the successful bidder for the amount of the Winning Bid, SA Mint and CLT reserve the right to offer the Items to the next highest bidder.
3.6 SA Mint and CLT reserve the right to refuse or remove bids in its absolute discretion if….
3.7 SA Mint reserves the right to close the Auction early or to extend it at any time and at its discretion.
3.8 Further to clause 4.7 above, if the Auction is cancelled for any reason and subsequently re-activated, all previous bids will lapse and bidding will recommence.
4.9 If there is a dispute between bidders, SA Mint and CLT is under no obligation to become involved in such a dispute. SA Mint and CLT, its officers, employees and agents are hereby released from any claims, demands or damages arising out of or in connection with any such disputes.
5.1 An Electronic Funds Transfer EFT must be received within ten  working days of the winning bidder receiving confirmation that the bid is the winning bid. SA Mint and CLT cannot accept any liability for payments not received.
5.2 Unless otherwise agreed by SA Mint and CLT, Items will not be released to the Winning Bidder until payment has been received and cleared funds have been received.
5.3 The Winning Bidder is responsible for any bank charges or costs that may accrue due to currency conversion or international payment gateways.
7.1 The auction will be conducted in South African Rands (ZAR).
7.2 The amount of the Winning Bid shall be inclusive VAT at 14%
8.1 SA Mint and CLT endeavours to ensure that the information and other material on the Online Auction Website www.legacylive.co.za are correct and complete, but does not accept liability (except as set out below) for any errors or omissions from these Terms and Conditions.
8.2 SA Mint and CLT will make all reasonable efforts to correct errors and omissions as quickly as practicable after being notified of them.
9. Data Protection
9.1 SA Mint complies with the provisions of the Data Protection Act 1998, under South African Law in processing personal information. As such, your personal information will be held confidentially by SA Mint and will only be used by SA Mint or disclosed to a third party if such use or disclosure is required for the purposes of delivering the Items to the winning bidder or as otherwise instructed by you.
9.2 If necessary, SA Mint and CLT will co-operate with any investigation by any governmental body or any court or tribunal legitimately exercising rights and such co-operation may be without notice to you.
10.1 If any provision of this Agreement shall be prohibited by or adjudged by a Court to be unlawful void or unenforceable such provision shall to the extent required be severed from this Agreement and rendered ineffective as far as possible without modifying the remaining provisions of this Agreement and shall not in any way affect any other circumstances or the validity or enforcement of this Agreement.
11. Third Party Rights
11.1 This Agreement does not create or confer any right under the Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999, under South African Law, which are enforceable by any person who is not a party to this Agreement.
14.1 All bidders agree that regardless of any statute or law to the contrary, any claim or cause of action arising out of or in relation to an Auction or these terms and conditions must be filed within one (1) year after such claim or cause of action arises or be forever barred.
15.1 This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa whose courts shall be courts of competent jurisdiction.
Access to and participation by you in the Auction is confirmation that you have understood and accepted the above Terms and Conditions.
16. The Cape Leopard Trust is Registered as a Charity with PBO Number 930 016 841.


The battle between BT and BSkyB which has been raging for seven years already, has been brought into the headlines yet again over the status of the court case.
BT have been challenging BSkyB and their restrictive attitude towards rival pay-TV companies offering their sports channels. Now, following a successful case at the Court of Appeal, BT have taken the case to a competition tribunal.
“The telecoms giant appealed against a decision by the Competition Appeals Tribunal. The CAT had struck out an order by the communications watchdog Ofcom that said BSkyB had to offer Sky Sports to rivals at a lower price.
The Court of Appeal however sent the case back to the CAT today after it made ‘errors of law that mean the judgment cannot be upheld’. The panel of three appeal judges found the CAT failed to appreciate the importance of Ofcom’s conclusion that BSkyB’s wholesale pricing structure itself caused ‘competition concerns’.
BT’s victory is the latest round of a battle dating back to 2007, several years before it mounted an all-out assault on BSkyB with the launch of BT Sport. At the time it was dipping a toe in the waters of television with its BT Vision set-top box and wanted to offer Sky Sports as part of the package.
After a three-year investigation, Ofcom ordered BSkyB to cut its prices in 2010, prompting four years of court battles so far. Virgin Media had also complained about Sky Sports prices.
BT said the Court of Appeal’s decision would give it the chance to raise the current issue of its failure to secure a wholesale deal to offer Sky Sports to subscribers who have its more modern YouView set-top box, which was introduced last year alongside BT Sport.
The rivals have both said they want to do a deal but have failed to agree reciprocal wholesale terms for Sky Sports and BT Sport.
A BT spokesman said: ‘We are glad that this issue will now be considered afresh and are hopeful that the outcome will finally deliver increased competition in pay TV which would be in the best interests of consumers.
‘BT remains unable to offer Sky Sports 1 and 2 on its most important TV service YouView. Sky’s refusal to offer access to these channels on reasonable terms causes serious harm to consumers and must be resolved urgently.’
The decision was also welcomed by regulators, who have been frustrated by the legal quagmire and were embarrassed by the CAT’s original finding against them.
An Ofcom spokesman said: ‘Ensuring fair and effective competition in the pay TV market has always been Ofcom’s objective.
‘Ofcom’s 2010 decision that Sky must offer premium sports channels to other providers was designed to deliver choice and innovation to consumers through greater competition.’
The Government is currently preparing laws that would restrict the rights of companies to appeal against regulatory decisions.
A BSkyB spokesman said: “This does not alter in any way the CAT’s fundamental findings, overturning Ofcom, that Sky engaged constructively with other distributors over the supply of its premium sports channels, and that Virgin Media is able to compete effectively with Sky on the basis of Sky’s rate card prices.
‘Sky continues to believe that Ofcom’s 2010 decision is flawed and that the WMO obligation ought properly to be removed, and will continue to pursue all available options to achieve this aim.’”
This article was originally published at: The Telegraph.


Ottawa Neighbourhood Watch
Post date: Dec 19, 2017 3:37:53 PM
Neighbourhood Watch is a program to help neighbours watch out for neighbours. It aims to get citizens involved in discouraging and preventing crime at the local level. They are extra eyes and ears for reporting crime and helping each other. The ultimate success of Neighbourhood Watch depends largely on a commitment to cooperation between area residents and the police - and more importantly, between residents themselves.. They are extra eyes and ears for reporting crime and helping each other.
Your neighbours know who you are, what type of car you drive, and may be the first to notice a suspicious person at your door or window. A police officer patrolling your community may not recognize a stranger in your yard - but your neighbour will.
By simply getting to know the neighbours around you, you'll be well positioned to recognize someone or something that's suspicious.
What kind of activities should I be aware of?
§ Someone screaming or shouting for help.
§ Someone looking in windows of houses or parked cars.
§ Property being taken out of houses when no one is at home or from closed businesses.
§ Vehicles moving slowly for no apparent reason.
§ Anyone being forced into a vehicle. Strangers sitting in a car or stopping to talk to a child
Some common questions:
What if I forgot to lock my vehicle, front door and items are taken. Should I report it. Absolutely. If someone has been checking into your vehicle for items, they are committing a crime. You need to report it so that the Ottawa Police is made aware of potentially extra crimes in your neighbourhood
What are my responsibilities as a Watch Member?
§ Be alert!
§ Know your neighbors and watch out for each other.
§ Report crimes and suspicious activities to the Police.
With Neighbourhood Watch, you can learn:
how to make your home less inviting to thieves (free CPC consultation available)
to be aware of suspicious behavior and how to take appropriate action
how to participate in Operation Identification by marking your personal property
to encourage others to reduce or prevent local criminal activities
As a member, your only duty is to look out for your best interests and those of your family and neighbours. You could do this by:
ü keeping your own home secure
ü monitoring your neighbour's homes during their absences
ü being a good neighbour, the kind you would like to have living next door
ü taking appropriate action when a crime is suspected
"Neighbourhood Watch? No offence, but I value my privacy. I mind my own business and I expect my neighbours to do the same. What's wrong with that?"
Nothing at all. We all value our privacy. But Neighbourhood Watch is simply a program designed to help neighbourhood crime - it could be vandalism, physical assault, or whatever is deemed as suspicious or a crime in progress. One of the ways you can help achieve this goal is by being alert to the behavior of strangers. A Watch makes it a whole lot easier to identify strangers once you get to know your neighbours and for this reason, watched neighbours tend to be more cohesive, caring communities. So, bottom line, it really comes down to deciding what kind of community you want to live in, and what level of participation makes it work for you.
To sign up as a member (it's free!) of the Bel Air Community Neighbourhood Watch, to receive regular updates on crime activity in our neighbourhood, contact:
Suzanne Brown, Watch Coordinator, Bel Air


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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
REGULAR MEETING 10:00 AM
The Board of Supervisors of the County of Del Norte and the governing body of all other special assessment and taxing districts, for which said Board so acts, is now meeting in regular session. Only those items that indicate a specific time will be heard at the assigned time. All other items may be taken out of sequence to accommodate the public and staff availability. Items followed with a ** indicate material attached in the agenda packet.
A closed session may be held at some time during the meeting to discuss litigation and/or personnel matters. There is a 90-day statute of limitations relating to decisions rendered after a public hearing of the Board of Supervisors and a 60-day statute of limitations relating to ministerial actions of the Board of Supervisors. NOTE: If you challenge the decision of the Board of Supervisors in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in the notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Board of Supervisors at, or prior to, the public hearing. (Govt. Code § 65009). When providing written correspondence to the Board of Supervisors you must provide a copy to the Clerk of the Board for inclusion in the official record.
Hold a closed session to consider and discuss litigation and personnel matters: (a) Conference with Legal Counsel- Existing litigation pursuant to Government code 54956.9(d)(1) Brown v. County of Del Norte, et. al 13-CV-01451-SC; Gleason v. Bowen 34-2014-80001786; Mike Riese v. County of Del Norte, et al. Case No. CV 12-3723 WHO; McGahuey v. Del Norte County CVUJ2016-1174; Grassroots v. California Coastal Commission et al. Superior Court of California, County of San Diego, Case No. 37-2016-00006073-CU-MC-CTL, (b) Conference with Legal Counsel- Anticipated litigation 1) significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Govt’ Code 54956.9(d)(2) – one; 2) Initiation of litigation Conference with Legal Counsel pursuant to Govt’ Code 54956.9(d)(4) – one; (c) Conference with Labor Negotiators pursuant to Government Code 54957.6 between County Negotiator: Jay Sarina, CAO and SEIU; (d) Conference with Real Property Negotiators: Property: APN 140-140-2 Klamath Baseball Field Agency Negotiator: Jay Sarina, CAO; Negotiating Party: Yurok Tribe; Under Negotiation: transfer to Tribe including but not limited price and terms. (e) Public Employee Performance Evaluation: Title: Chief Probation Officer.
· The Chair requests any deletions, corrections or additions from Board members to the agenda at this time. In order to add an item to the agenda, the matter must have come to the attention of the County subsequent to the posting of the agenda and the matter requires action before the next regular meeting of the Board of Supervisors.
· Receive other brief reports or announcements relative to the County of Del Norte programs and projects, progress of the two by two committees, goal committees and/or Board and staff travel/training reports.
1. 10:25 A.M.COMMENT PERIOD: Members of the public may address the Board on matters which are within the jurisdiction of the Board. If you are addressing the Board regarding a matter listed on the agenda, you may be asked to hold your comments until the Board takes up that matter. Please limit your comments to three minutes or less.
2. 10:30 A.M. Hold a Public Hearing, waive full reading and introduce the proposed Ordinance to allow the First 5 Commission to define that its current membership of, "Not less than seven nor more than nine," will include two non-voting alternate members as requested by the Executive Director of the First 5 Commission.**
7. Approve and adopt a Resolution for exception to the 180 day waiting period when hiring a retiree since his or her retirement date per government code §7522.56 & §21224 as requested by the County Administrative Officer.**
8. Approve and adopt a Resolution approving the first amendments to the Joint Powers Agreement and Plan for the Del Norte County Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Service Authority and authorize the Chair to sign the First Amended Joint Powers Agreement for the Del Norte County Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Service Authority as requested by the Director of the Community Development Department.**
9. Approve and adopt a Resolution authorizing the Community Development Director to submit applications for up to a five year period to the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) for grant programs to support the County's illegal disposal site abatement efforts as requested by the Director of the Community Development Department.**
10. Approve the Del Norte County Adopt-A-Road Program and direct the Community Development Department-Roads Division to implement the program as requested by the Director of the Community Development Department.**
12. Approve and authorize the Chair to sign the First Amendment to the Agreement with Charis Youth Center (Agreement #2016-120) to provide Residential and Mental Health Services for the period April 01, 2016 through June 30, 2017, not to exceed $90,000.00 as requested by the Director of Health and Human Services.**
13. Approve and authorize the Chair to sign the First Amendment to the Agreement with Victor Treatment Centers, Inc. (Agreement #2015-118) providing children's mental health services for the period July 01, 2015 to June 30, 2016, not to exceed $76,000.00 as requested by the Director of Health and Human Services.**
14. Approve and authorize the Chair to sign the Agreement with Pasquale Romano for Certified Child Abuse and Domestic Violence Prevention Services from July 01, 2016 through June 30, 2017 not to exceed $30,000.00 as requested by the Director of Health and Human Services.**
15. Approve and authorize the Chair to sign the Agreement with Restpadd, Inc., Redding, CA to provide acute inpatient psychiatric services from July 01, 2016 through June 30, 2017, not to exceed $360,000.00 as requested by the Director of Health and Human Services.**
16. Approve and authorize the Chair to sign the Agreement with Red Sky Roofing, Inc. for the reroof of the Flynn Center Building in the amount of $104,400.00 as requested by the County Administrative Officer.**
17. Approve and authorize the Tax Collector and County Administrative Officer to sign the Printing and Mailing Services Agreement with Pre-Sort Center of Stockton, Inc. as requested by the Treasurer-Tax Collector.**
18. Consider miscellaneous legislative and budget matters pertinent to the County of Del Norte. Authorize the Chair to sign and send appropriate letters with respect to matters pending before the state or federal governments.
Kylie Heriford, Clerk of the Board
County of Del Norte, State of California Date Posted: October 7, 2016
THE AGENDA AND ACTION SUMMARY ARE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY WEBSITE: www.co.del-norte.ca.us


|Mother Emanuel AME Church|
Four years ago yesterday, on the anniversary of the 1822 hanging, Mother Emanuel was the site of another unspeakable crime when a white supremacist named Dylan Roof opened fire during a prayer service, murdering nine innocent people and wounding four others. His actions were motivated by nothing but hatred, and he was convicted of 33 federal charges including murder and hate crimes. In January of 2017 he was sentenced to death.
Tomorrow evening, we will attend a candlelight vigil in the Gaillard Center Memorial Gardens across the street from the church, in remembrance of the lives and legacies of the Emanuel 9 and the four survivors of the shooting. It is sponsored by the Church, the City of Charleston, and other collaborative partners.
Unfortunately, we live in an era when there are far too many senseless acts of violence. Some are simply insane and aimed at random strangers while others, like this one, are directed at particular groups or individuals. Being close to the site of such tragedy drives it home to us, and we join in the sorrow and grieving of this community. Amidst such pain, it is right and appropriate to honor those whose lives were lost, and we feel privileged to be able to participate.


Victims of various forms of cyber fraud lost a total of $95 million between January and August 2018 and the amount is projected to hit $120 million by the end of the year.
“This trend obviously is very worrying and there is the need to build the capacity of the Cybercrime Unit of our police service and, in particular, all the law enforcement agencies in Ghana to fight the growing menace,” said Mr. Ambrose Dery, the Minister of the Interior.
Mr. Dery made this known when he opened the fifth African Working Group Cybercrime meeting for heads of cyber crime units of the police service of 15 African countries in Accra.
The meeting was organised by the INTERPOL General Secretariat, the Council of Europe, in collaboration with the Ghana Police Service.
Statistics from the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service shows that about 82 per cent of the cases reported to the cybercrime unit were related to fraud.
The victims, in most of the cases, were defrauded through romance, investment, advanced fee payment, email compromise, identity theft, mobile money, social media impersonation and Automated Teller Machine (ATM) fraud, among others.
In 2016, the amount lost to fraud and that stolen via cyberspace was $35 million. The figure increased to $69.5 million in 2017, an almost 100 per cent increment.
Globally, Mr. Dery said cybercrime cost was on the rise, with experts estimating it to hit $21 trillion by 2021.
These estimates, he said, would include damage and destruction of data, stolen money, lost productivity, theft of intellectual property, theft of personal and financial data, embezzlement, fraud, post-attack disruption to the normal course of business, forensic investigation, restoration and deletion of hacked data and systems and reputational harm.
The global cost of cybercrime, he said, rose to unprecedented levels in 2017 where it cost the world about $608 billion.
With Africa seeing 20 per cent growth in the use of the internet, Mr. Dery said the emergence of new technology was increasingly turning the continent into a source, as well as a target of cybercrime.
“Here in Africa, the cybercrime attacks for individuals, businesses and government has increased over the years. Cybercrime cost Africa an estimated $3.5 billion in 2017,” he said.


St Fiachra’s Junior School Anti-Bullying Policy
In accordance with the requirements of the Education Welfare Act (2000) and guidelines issued by the NEWB, the Board of Management has adopted the following anti-bullying policy within the frame work of the school’s overall code of behaviour. This policy fully complies with the requirements of the Anti-Bullying procedures for Primary and Post Primary Schools which were published in September 2013.
The Board of Management recognizes the very serious nature of bullying and the negative impact it can have on the lives of pupils and therefore is committed to the following key principles of best practice in preventing and tackling bullying behaviour:
- A positive school culture and climate which is welcoming of difference and diversity, encourages disclosure and discussion incidence of bullying behaviour and promotes respectful relationships across the school community.
- Effective leadership
- A school-wide approach
- A shared understanding of what bullying is and its impact
- Implementation of education and prevention strategies that build empathy, respect and resilience in pupils and explicitly address the issues of cyber-bullying and identity based bullying.
- Effective supervision and monitoring of pupils
- Supports for staff
- Consistent recording, investigation and follow up of bullying behaviour
- On-going evaluation of the effectiveness of the anti-bullying policy.
In accordance with the Anti-Bullying Procedures for Primary and Post-Primary Schools bullying is defined as follows: Unwanted negative behaviour – verbal, psychological or physical – conducted by an individual or group against another person or persons and which is repeated over time. Isolated once-off incidents of intentional negative behaviour , including a once-off offensive or hurtful text message or other private messaging, do not fall within the definition of bullying and should be dealt with in accordance with the school’s code of behaviour. However, in the context of this policy, placing a one -off offensive public message, image or statement on a social network site or other public forum where it can be viewed and/or repeated by others will be regarded as bullying behaviour.It is important that parents are aware that users of Facebook and other social networking sites must be 13 years or over. Negative behaviour which does not meet this definition of bullying will be dealt with in accordance with the school’s code of behaviour.
The relevant teachers for investigating and dealing with bullying are:
- Deputy Principal
- All Class Teachers
- Learning Support Teachers
- Any Teacher
The school’s procedures for investigation, follow-up and recording of bullying behaviour and the established intervention strategies used by the school for dealing with cases of bullying behaviour are as follows:
Reporting Bullying Behaviour: Any pupil parent or guardian may bring a bullying incident to the attention of any teacher in the school. All reports including anonymous reports of bullying, will be investigated and dealt with by the relevant teacher. All staff members, teaching and non-teaching, must report any incidents of bullying behaviour witnessed by them, or mentioned to them, to the relevant teacher.
Investigating Bullying Behaviour: In investigating and dealing with bullying, the relevant teacher will exercise professional judgement to determine whether bullying has occurred and how best the situation might be resolved. Parents/guardians and pupils are required to co-operate with any investigation. Generally incidents will be investigated outside the classroom. Interviews will be conducted with sensitivity and due regard to the rights of all concerned. When analysing incidents of bullying behaviour, the relevant teacher will seek answers to questions of what where when who or why. If a group is involved, each member will be interviewed individually at first and thereafter as a group. It may be appropriate to ask those involved to write down their account of the incident. in cases where it has been determined that bullying has occurred, the parents/guardians of all involved will be contacted to inform them of the matter and explain the actions to be taken. It should be noted that any situation where disciplinary sanctions are required, is a private matter between the pupil being disciplined, his/her parents or guardians and the school.
Follow-up and recording: In determining whether a bullying case has been adequately and appropriately addressed, the relevant teacher must take into account whether the bullying has stopped, whether issues between the parties have been resolved, whether relationships between the parties have been restored and any feedback received from the parties involved. Follow-up meetings with relevant parties will be arranged separately with a view to bringing them together at a later date if the victim is ready and agreeable. Where parents/guardians are not satisfied that the school has dealt with a bullying case in accordance with these procedures they must be referred, as appropriate to the school’s complaints procedures. In the event that parents/guardians have exhausted the school’s complaints procedures and are still not satisfied, the school must advise them of their right to make a complaint to the Ombudsman for Children.
It is imperative that all recording of bullying incidents is worded in an objective and factual manner. The school’s procedures for noting and recording are as follows:
Informal pre-determination that bullying has occurred
- All staff will make a written record of any incident witnessed by them or notified to them. For any reports being investigated, the relevant teacher will keep a written record of the reports, the actions taken and any discussions with those involved regarding same. The relevant teacher will inform the principal of all incidents being investigated and will give her/him all reports for safe keeping. Written records will be kept on file in the principal’s office.
Formal Stage 1– determination that bullying has taken place
- If it is established that bullying has taken place the relevant teacher will keep appropriate written records which will assist her /his efforts to resolve the issues and restore, as far as is practicable, the relationships of the parties involved. All written reports will be given to the principal for safe keeping. Formal Stage 2
- The relevant teacher must use the recording template at Appendix 3 (DES Anti-Bullying Procedures) to record the bullying behaviour where he/she considers that it has not been adequately or appropriately addressed within 20 school days after he/she has determined that bullying occurred.
- Where even a single incident involves any of the following behaviours it must be recorded and reported immediately to the Principle or Deputy Principal :- Physical aggression, Offensive graffiti, Extortion, Harassment or the production, display or circulation of written words or other material aimed at intimidating another person.
- When the recording template is used it must be retained by the relevant teacher and a copy maintained by the principal. These records will be stored in a safe secure way in the principal’s office.
The Board of Management confirms that appropriate supervision and monitoring policies and practices are in place to both prevent and deal with bullying behaviour and to facilitate early intervention where possible.
This policy was adopted by the Board of Management on 17th June 2014.


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Facebook has failed to strike from its own history an unfortunate matter involving the trademark for Timeline, the storytelling version of the profile that attempts to chronicle each member’s life events.
The social network, which was first sued in September 2011 by Chicago company Timelines Inc. for infringement, now faces a jury trial, scheduled for April 22, over the mark.
U.S. District Judge John W. Darrah said today that Facebook was not able to invalidate Timelines’ claim to the mark, Bloomberg reported. “At this stage in the proceedings, it is not unreasonable to conclude that as to this group of users, ‘timeline(s)’ has acquired a specific meaning associated with plaintiff,” the judge wrote in the ruling.
Launched in 2009, Timelines.com is a Web site that lets users collaborate to document historical events. The company, which has 1,000 active users, is seeking damages equivalent to advertising revenue generated from Facebook’s Timeline, Timelines attorney Douglas Albritton told Bloomberg.
When reached for a comment, a Facebook spokesperson declined to provide a statement on the legal matter.


History of the Mural | The Mural Controversy
"What a nice thing for the Mayor to suggest," said Matin after hearing about the resolution. Kimberli will also be involved with the evolutionary phase of the mural, which will be left to the charge of the Carrboro Art Committee. Anyone who would like to be involved in the process should call Kimberli at 969-6886. Howard Dvorsky and Dale Carlson are two of the original artists who plan to be on hand for the event. The hope is to maintain as much of the original work as possible.
The Mural will be repainted on September 28 during the Carrboro Music Festival. The Mural was originally created last year during the Music Festival.
The following resolution was introduced by Alderman Jacquelyn Gist and duly seconded by Alderman Alex Zaffron.
A RESOLUTION EXTENDING THE DEADLINE FOR MODIFYING THE WALL MURAL LOCATED AT 103 EAST MAIN STREET Resolution No. 169/2002-03
Whereas, local businesses and artists created a beautiful mural on the wall of Jade Palace Restaurant in downtown Carrboro; and
Whereas, the mural is in conflict with Carrboro's sign ordinance because of its use of commercial messages; and
Whereas, the Mayor and Board of Aldermen recognize the artistic merit of the mural and value the commitment of its creators to reflect the fabric of Carrboro's daily life; and
Whereas, the Board wishes to find a compromise that allows the mural, in some form, to remain.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN OF THE TOWN OF CARRBORO:
Section 1. That the deadline for removing or changing the mural shall be extended to September 28, 2003, the day of the Carrboro Music Festival or its rain date.
Section 2. That the Carrboro Art Committee shall be charged with making changes to the mural to bring it into compliance with our ordinances. The committee shall strive to rework the mural in a manner that retains its artistic integrity.
Section 3. That the abovementioned deadline shall only be extended if the creators of the mural agree to relinquish decision-making authority for its revision to the Carrboro Art Committee.
The foregoing resolution having been submitted to a vote, received the following vote and was duly adopted this 13th day of May, 2003:
Ayes: Joal Hall Broun, Mark Dorosin, Jacquelyn Gist, Diana McDuffee, Michael Nelson, Alex Zaffron
Noes: John Herrera
Absent or Excused: None


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WASHINGTON, D.C. September 11, 2014 – (Motor Sports Newswire) -
Name of product: Arctic Cat Wildcat Trail and Wildcat Trail XT Side by Side
Hazard: Oil can leak from the oil cooler lines, posing a fire hazard.
Consumer Contact: Artic Cat at (800) 279-6851 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.articcat.com and click on Consumer Care, then Product Recall and then List of Safety Bulletins for more information.
Units: About 5,600
Description: This recall involves all 2014 Arctic Cat Wildcat Trail and Wildcat Trail XT side-by-side utility vehicles with Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN) 000001 through 316232. The VIN is located on the frame tube near the driver’s side front wheel. These units were sold in red, green, lime green, team arctic green and mat black. The words “Arctic Cat” and “Wildcat Trail” appear on the sides of these vehicles and on the hood.
Incidents/Injuries: Arctic Cat has received 60 reports of oil leaking and one report of fire. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled side-by-side utility vehicles immediately and contact an Arctic Cat dealer to schedule a free repair.
Sold exclusively at: Arctic Car dealers nationwide from December 2013 through July 2014 for about $11,400 to $12,400.
Manufacturer: Arctic Cat, Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn.
Manufactured in: United States
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury or death associated with the use of thousands of types of consumer products under the agency’s jurisdiction. Deaths, injuries, and property damage from consumer product incidents cost the nation more than $1 trillion annually. CPSC is committed to protecting consumers and families from products that pose a fire, electrical, chemical or mechanical hazard. CPSC’s work to help ensure the safety of consumer products – such as toys, cribs, power tools, cigarette lighters and household chemicals -– contributed to a decline in the rate of deaths and injuries associated with consumer products over the past 40 years.
Federal law bars any person from selling products subject to a publicly-announced voluntary recall by a manufacturer or a mandatory recall ordered by the Commission.


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Perhaps no single member of Pi Kappa Alpha has had as great an impact on both the Fraternity and the nation as Elbert P. Tuttle. Tuttle's first work for the Fraternity at the national level came when he was elected Grand Chancellor at the 1927 Atlanta Convention. At the 1929 Memphis Convention, Tuttle was elected Grand Princeps - the Fraternity's highest office - a position he would hold until 1938. Tuttle left his most significant mark on the Fraternity at the 1933 Troutdale Convention when he convinced Junior Founder and Grand Treasurer Robert Adger Smythe to give up control of the Fraternity's finances after irregularities were discovered. A lawyer by profession, Tuttle established his reputation as a lawyer committed to upholding the principle of law and for supporting African American defendants throughout the 1930s. As a member of the Georgia National Guard in 1931, he helped save a black man from lynching by an angry mob, later agreeing to serve as the man's lawyer. Two years later, Tuttle took on the case of another black man who had been sentenced to 18 years of hard labor for simply distributing literature calling for the end of segregation. With the outbreak of World War II, however, Tuttle left his law practice to enlist in the Army, rising to command a field artillery battalion of the 77th Infantry Division. Although he was offered a non-combat staff position, Tuttle refused to be a non-combatant while young men - including his son and nephew - served in active combat. Seeing action in the Pacific theater, Tuttle took part in the invasion of Guam, Leyte Gulf, and Okinawa. In 1954, Tuttle was appointed to the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit - the court responsible for the majority of Southern states. Accepting the appointment just weeks after the Supreme Court's decision in Brown v. Board of Education, Tuttle walked into a political and judicial firestorm as political leaders urged their constituents to defy federal law, and many state and federal judges refused to enforce the Brown decision and other civil rights rulings. Judge Tuttle, however, upheld the law - reversing lower court judges and blocking unlawful treatment of black citizens. His notable rulings included: requiring Mississippi to permit black citizens to vote, ordering the first black student admitted to the University of Mississippi, and blocking an order from a lower court that would have permitted the expulsion of over 1,000 black Alabama high school students who had been arrested for demonstration for civil rights. Refusing to allow the Fraternity system to continue to discriminate either, Tuttle urged Fraternities throughout the period to give up discriminatory membership practices and to accept any worthy member, regardless of race. For his adherence to principle in the face of adversity during the Civil Rights Era - which came in the form of local ostracism, hate mail, and even threats of physical violence - Judge Tuttle was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1981.


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A PUPPY is deﬁned here to be a Biewer Terrier puppy which is in good health at the time of sale, and embodies the characteristics of the Biewer Terrier breed. This PUPPY is registrable (registered) with AKC.
Deposit in the amount of $100 is required to be on the waiting list. ________________(buyer)
Deposit in the amount of $1000 is required to reserve a PUPPY. Deposits are non-refundable, but can be applied to purchase another puppy from future litters when one becomes available, up to one year after the date of deposit. _______________ (buyer)
Rebate in the amount of $150 (pet only) will be sent to the buyer along with the puppy’s papers once proof of spay/neuter is sent to the BREEDER. ________________(buyer)
The BREEDER guarantees the above described dog to be healthy at the time of the sale. It is the buyer’s responsibility to submit the puppy to a certiﬁed veterinarian for a complete health assessment, at the buyer’s expense, within 5 days following receipt of puppy, otherwise this full contract/guarantee is void. If the puppy is found to be other than healthy by the BUYER'S certiﬁed veterinarian within 5 days of delivery the appropriate statement from the BUYER'S veterinarian should be submitted to the BREEDER, and puppy shall be returned to the BREEDER immediately. The Puppy will be replaced with a comparable puppy when one becomes available. All expenses associated with the return of the puppy are the responsibility of the buyer.
Never at any time will money be refunded this will be only for replacement puppy when one becomes available.
All appropriate shots for the PUPPY'S age have been given, and a record of this vaccination history is supplied. Said PUPPY is guaranteed for 1 year against life threatening congenital defects (genetic disorders). A congenital defect is a problem that will not allow the puppy to grow or age to normal life expectancy. If this dog develops a serious hereditary disease speciﬁcally leg perthes or liver shunt within one year from the date of purchase, another puppy shall be given as a replacement as soon as one becomes available. Exceptions are patellar luxation or tracheal collapse because of environmental issues. If within the ﬁrst full year of the puppy’s life, the puppy is diagnosed by at least two certiﬁed veterinarians as having a life-threatening genetic defect that is not treatable, a statement shall be provided to the BREEDER and if the BREEDER’s veterinarian agrees with this statement the BREEDER will replace the puppy within 1 year of delivery with a puppy from an available litter or future litters. In the event of death due to congenital defect, an autopsy must be performed within 24 hrs of death and a lab report done to determine the cause of death. This is to be done by a licensed veterinarian of breeder’s choice. If it is found that the puppy was abused in any way, this guarantee is void.
If buyer chooses to keep puppy after being diagnosed as having a congenital defect, all related expenses are the responsibility of the buyer. Under no circumstances shall Seller be held responsible for veterinary and other medical expenses incurred.
There is no guarantee on size, color, conformation, coat quality, disposition, bite and show quality if puppy less than six months old at the time of sale.
The BREEDER does not assume any liability for any injury to said puppy after delivery.
The BUYER agrees to maintain the puppy's health in good condition, and to provide yearly examinations, vaccinations, heartworm test, and any other usual procedures necessary to assure good health.
The BREEDER has done everything possible to produce healthy sound puppies both by breeding only healthy dogs and by raising the puppies in the best way possible in regards to diet, exercise, socialization and veterinary care. There are many factors that can inﬂuence growth and development, such as diet, exercise, weight gain, and etc.. The BUYER assumes the responsibility to carry on with the appropriate vaccinations, exercise and feeding schedule, as supplied by the BREEDER. The BUYER agrees to keep the puppy slim throughout its normal growth period. The BREEDER can offer no further guarantees once the care of the puppy is no longer under their control. Buyer agrees to limit puppy’s exposure to other persons, animals and public places. Parvo-Virus, Distemper, etc. are highly contagious viruses that a puppy is susceptible to until they receive their last booster shot from the vet. We do not guarantee against these viruses since they can easily be obtained from any public place.
The BUYER agrees that neither he/she nor the BUYER'S estate/executors may sell this PUPPY or transfer ownership of this PUPPY without the BREEDER'S knowledge and written consent within one year of purchase.
The BUYER hereby agrees that if at any time the Buyer cannot take proper care of the puppy, the BUYER must contact the BREEDER and the BREEDER will have the ﬁrst choice to either: (a) take the PUPPY back or (b) assist the BUYER in ﬁnding a suitable home for the PUPPY.
The BREEDER neither makes nor implies any warranties or guarantees, expressed or implied, other than those written in the agreement including, without limitation, the warranties of merchantability and ﬁtness. This document constitutes the entire agreement between the Breeder and Buyer with respect to this sale. The Buyer's signature below indicates that he/she has read, agrees and does understand all the conditions of the Sales Agreement and Contract of Sale. In the event of legal matters it will be conducted in the courts of Williamson County, TX. By signing all parties involved with the sale and purchase of pup/dog have agreed they have read agree to and understand the terms and conditions of this contract. If there are any questions from either party they need to be addressed before the signing of the contract. This contract becomes legally binding once all signatures required have been signed to this contract. It is this breeder’s advice that the dog be spayed between 6 - 8 months as this is when the dog usually has double canines and they can be pulled at the same time as the spay/neuter.
Sex: female / male
Total price : __ _________
Seller: Karen Holderby
Address:_711 Lackey Creek Road__________________________________
_______Liberty Hill, Texas 78642__________________________________ Phone__512-740-0911__________________________________________
This agreement is non-transferable.
1. PET QUALITY is a quality classiﬁcation set by the breeder indicating that this dog will not be used for breeding and will be in a loving home and pet ONLY.
2. FULL REGISTRATION and Pedigrees will be provided upon Buyers receipt of said dog(s). Full registration is granted to show potential / breeding dogs only.
3. SPAY/NEUTER is a surgery done by a veterinarian that renders the animal unable to produce offspring.


2010 AAO Decisions (CARc)
July 24, 2010 2 Comments
USCIS has updated its website with EB-5-related decisions from the Administrative Appeals Office through February 18, 2010. The following is a summary of salient points from the newly-posted decisions:
Nov 09, 2009_01: No content of note.
Jan 06, 2010_01: This decision concerns a stand-alone EB-5 case involving an operational hotel purchased through investment by the petitioner in 2006. It was denied for the following reasons:
- The petition did not establish creation of 10 new jobs (in addition to preserved jobs) and did not provide a satisfactory business plan.
- The petition did not establish a personal investment of $1,000,000 (“an investment by a corporation cannot be considered a personal investment by its sole shareholder”). (This issue was introduced by the AAO, not a point in the original denial by the service center.)
Feb 18, 2010_01 to _07: These decisions concern I-526 petitions filed in August 2008 for an investment within Capital Area Regional Center Job Fund (for renovation of the former Watergate Hotel). The decisions are similar, and include the following reasons for denial:
- The petition was supported by agreements substantially amended from those filed with the original regional center proposal, and did not disclose that the agreements had been amended. The petitioner subsequently filed an amendment with USCIS, but this did not help matters since “amendments to agreements or business plans that postdate the filing of the petition will not be considered.” CARc’s informal and ex parte communications with a USCIS official concerning the acceptability of the amendments were also not admitted.
- The Operating Agreement included disqualifying provisions relating to reserve accounts, interim investments, membership units in exchange for services and the waiver of expense fees from the aliens.
- EB-5 Project Capital toward job creation and organizational fees were paid out of the same account, and it wasn’t demonstrated that the account included sufficient funds to pay organizational fees without the use of any of the $500,000 being invested by each alien.
- Use of EB-5 investment to back a letter of credit to secure a construction loan does not sufficiently place the investors’ funds at risk for job creation.
- The petitioner did not demonstrate that the location of the investment was considered a TEA at the time of filing or investment.
- The business plan included “material changes” from the original business plan. (“While we recognize that business plans often require some flexibility to deal with unforeseen circumstances, the business plan and the terms of the commitment letter in this matter have been amended with nearly every filing. These amendments go far beyond mere clarifications.”) The petitioner failed to demonstrate that the original business plan and projections continued to be viable.
I note that, as usual, all the decisions cite Matter of Ho on business plans.


Papers of BAS. Humanities and Social Sciences
Vol. 7, 2020, No. 2
Characteristics of multimodal transport:
Problems and trends
Abstract. This article discusses the characteristics of multimodal transport in the context of the existing international legal framework. In connection with the performance of various modes of transport, there is currently no international agreement covering transport operations that involve more than one transport mode. For this reason, a number of global and regional initiatives are under way to harmonize the rules for international multimodal transport of goods. The joint efforts of the international community are focused on finding less polluting and more energy-efficient transport solutions.
The legal relations between the participants in the multimodal transport chain (sea, rail, road, air, water), as well as between the carriers and the other participants in multimodal transport (freight forwarders, multimodal transport operators, dry ports, etc.) have their specific features. These relations should be covered by a potential new legal framework. The allocation of responsibilities between all participants is an issue characterized by its complexity and the need to harmonize the legal frameworks for multimodal transport operations and international legal regulation.
Keywords: intermodal transport, multimodal transport, combined transport, multimodal contract, transport of goods


Following the #MeToo movement against sexual harassment some promising measures have been taken in science the US. The National Academy of Sciences in Washington can now expel members who have violated its Code of Conduct, including sexual harassment, see also here.
The National Science Foundation (NSF) has also introduced renewed policies to ensure that the research climate it supports is free of sexual harassment.
The new policy requires that institutions with NSF funds informs the NSF of issues related to sexual harassment committed by the NSF-funded principal investigator or co-principal investigator. Read more here.


The California Supreme Court has done it again! The Supreme Court Justices in California have ruled that freedom of religion is subordinate to the rights of those with same gender attraction. Apparently Justice Joyce Kennard wrote that two Christian fertility doctors, who practice in a private health care facility and refused to artificially inseminate a woman of same gender attraction, have neither a free-speech or religious exemption from state law. In essence, religious freedom is being trampled upon and subordinated to the wants and desires of an individual of same gender attraction who wants to be artificially inseminated. I can see if we are dealing with a life or death situation and the individual needs immediate medical care, the doctors have taken an oath and would be obligated to provide the best of care. But when it is simply elective and fulfilling a want or desire, for the courts to compel performance is beyond the breach.
As noted in my previous post, we find that the wants of those with same gender attractions being imposed upon society, wherein the same gender attraction community has turned to the judiciary to legitimize and legislate their lifestyle upon the majority interests in society. Our freedoms and liberties are without doubt being trampled upon, and it is not in our advocacy for freedom nor in our advocacy for Marriage. Our freedoms and liberties are being trampled upon in the name of "tolerance", "discrimination" and "choice." This is not about the heterosexual community imposing our lifestyle upon the homosexual community - On the contrary it is about the homosexual community imposing their lifestyle upon us to legitimize their elective choice and want. Surely, in our society the homosexual community can live as they wish, but when they seek to impose their lifestyles upon others, they trample upon the freedoms and liberties upon which this nation is founded.
As we choose our next POTUS, may we consider the criticality of this decision and choose wisely. In Senator Obama we have a man who reflects the attitudes and interpretation of our modern judiciary, legislating, dictating and imposing upon the freedoms and liberties that we cherish. A man who epitomizes the attitudes and philosophies of generational entitlement. In Senator McCain we have a man who believes and has fought for the freedoms and liberties that we share. A man who believes that our freedoms are endowed to preserve our society, not simply to fulfill our wants at the expense of others. Choose wisely and stand for freedom.


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