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http://wise-base.com/association-of-lawyers/ | 2017-12-16T13:07:21 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-51/segments/1512948588072.75/warc/CC-MAIN-20171216123525-20171216145525-00599.warc.gz | 0.980113 | 362 | CC-MAIN-2017-51 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-51__0__17613198 | en | Attorney-at-law or simply attorney is the name given to the practising lawyers in many countries and provinces all over the world. The term originated in parts of England and Wales and later began to be used by many others too. People often ask, what is the difference between an attorney and a lawyer?
Though these two terms are often used to imply the same thing, there is a subtle difference in between them. Lawyers simply refer to the people who are trained in law. They might not be trained or authorised to provide legal guidance to anybody. Attorneys, who are basically lawyers, are practically trained to practice law in a jurisdiction and have passed an exam for the same.
So, it can be said that “all attorneys are lawyers but all lawyers are not attorneys”.
Association of lawyers is something which you will find in many countries nowadays. These associations can be non-profit ones with welfare policies or can even be a body or association from where it is possible to get lawyers for fighting cases or seeking legal help. These bodies are usually formed on the basis of the expertise that these lawyers have. While some of them are formed of lawyers specialised to handle criminal cases, others may deal with civil ones. These associations thus act as the resource pools of lawyers and if you do not know whom to approach to seek legal help in case of a legal case, you may appoint from here. On the other hand, associations with welfare schemes such as child welfare or wildlife conservation are also prevalent in many jurisdictions. These are not meant for finding lawyers for consultancy but a group of like-minded lawyers who aim at contributing towards the society. State By State Requirements to Become a Lawyer http://www.lawyeredu.org/attorney-vs-lawyer.html | law |
https://locktonasaverb.com/website/false-positives-covid-related-employment-claims | 2023-01-29T14:45:25 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764499744.74/warc/CC-MAIN-20230129144110-20230129174110-00007.warc.gz | 0.928847 | 116 | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__29044448 | en | Jan 25, 2022
COVID and the associated vaccine mandates continue to provide employers with unique challenges and concerns. Interestingly, COVID-related claims and lawsuit outcomes associated with employment have not (to date) lined up with employers’ worst fears. On this episode, Marie-France Gelot, Senior Vice President, Insurance and Claims Counsel, talks about activity in the field of employment practices liability insurance as it pertains to vaccine mandates and draws historical reference to other challenging periods for employers. Listening will give you an update on the status of vaccine mandates and an insightful perspective. | law |
https://procodeinc.net/communities/eaton/ | 2024-03-03T09:15:19 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947476211.69/warc/CC-MAIN-20240303075134-20240303105134-00500.warc.gz | 0.951411 | 234 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__159791682 | en | Town of Eaton
8am – 5pm
Be sure to take note of the important items listed below that may affect your application and inspection.
The Town of Eaton has adopted an ordinance that went into effect on May 22, 2021 which requires all contractors performing work within town limits to be licensed through the Town. Contractors will need to register in the Cascade software. If you have already registered and need to be licensed, please contact the Town of Eaton for payment and upload your proof of liability insurance via Cascade with the Town of Eaton listed as the insurance certificate holder.
The Town of Eaton has adopted the 2018 I-Codes along with the 2012 Energy Code and 2020 National Electrical Code. Please see the Town of Eaton Code Adoption Document in the Related Resources section. New fees were adopted in January 2021.
Health Department plan reviews and related permits are conducted separately by Larimer and Weld County Health Departments. If you are building or remodeling a restaurant, bar, grocery store, hotel, health care facility, daycare center, or school you will need to contact the health department for their submittal requirements. Click here for health department contact information. | law |
https://deskundigonderzoek.nl/en/about-me/ | 2023-09-27T14:08:35 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510300.41/warc/CC-MAIN-20230927135227-20230927165227-00681.warc.gz | 0.967241 | 1,057 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__247447393 | en | Investigator since 1984
What I once had in mind was becoming a teacher of economics. I wanted to be a passionate teacher who shared his insights and love for economic processes. I even obtained my first-degree teaching qualification. But things turned out differently.
In 1984 I became a State Auditor at the Tax and Customs Administration, where I worked for seven years. I learned to passionately describe facts in the context of a circumstance, within a relevant legal framework. In fact, I still do that in most of my assignments to this day.
I learned a lot at the Tax and Customs Administration. We were the first to learn to see the taxpayer as a customer, although said taxpayer may not have been quite ready for that yet. I still do not see a person involved in an investigation as my opponent, but as a person or legal entity in which I have an interest, who must be able to make his case properly and must be protected in his rights. Only then can a sense of justice be created, which is so important to avoid inequalities.
After a period of 4 years as a tax consultant at Loyens & Volkmaars, I joined KPMG in 1995 as a chartered accountant in the forensic accounting profession. At that time, fact-finding was usually aimed at establishing unlawfulness. I learned a lot about fraud and integrity and what motivates people to give a false impression with the intention of obtaining an undue advantage. Yet this is not the essence of the profession of forensic accountant; the interpretation belongs in the legal domain and not in that of the fact-finding investigator, who, moreover, is rarely a behavioural scientist.
Nowadays, having held senior positions at Andersen, EY and Grant Thornton, among others, I am both an expert in independent financial economic research and an expert in integrity and fraud management, and sometimes these two areas come together, for example when an auditor comes across indications of fraud in his audit or when an organisation suspects corruption or fraud. And the great thing is that in addition to carrying out investigation and consultancy assignments, I now also teach a lot in my areas of knowledge, with passion of course, and thus gradually learn more and more from behavioural science.
An assignment must always serve a legitimate interest and be relevant. I don’t look for ways to specifically target someone. My role is to carry out independent fact-finding in order to clarify a statement for the purpose of finding the truth. This can be done as an expert in a lawsuit or as a forensic accountant in a fraud investigation. But I always want to know in advance what the outcome of my investigation will be used for. Only then is an investigation relevant.
Passion, energy and commitment drive me to do my job as well as possible. I am not flawless and always invite my client to refute my findings, to contradict them, until we know that we are right or that our differences of opinion are permanent, but that we do at least agree on that.
An expert investigator always determines what (closed) question their client wants to answer with the results of their investigation. The investigator checks with his client what he intends to do with the results of the investigation.
On the basis of this knowledge, the investigator establishes the legal framework within which the investigation takes place. That legal framework will determine the further design of the investigation.
Within that framework, the investigator formulates the factual (open) investigation questions to be answered factually and the resulting plan of action, so that the client gets exactly the facts he needs to answer his question and justify the intended action.
That makes an investigation relevant.
The results of an investigation do not depend on the choice of one or the other expert investigator. The opinion or judgment of the investigator is irrelevant.
The investigation is free of values and does not lead to a judgement by the investigator, but provides the foundation underneath the judgement by the client, the lawyer or the court.
An investigator records his sources and the results for each claim in his report. The authenticity of the sources and results should be recorded as well as possible.
An interview report is valuable if it turns out to have been shared with the interviewee and has been received back with corrections. If this was done by e-mail, the file includes the related e-mails. Preferably, the file should also include a sound recording of the interview.
An investigation that is designed to be relevant should always be reproducible. Another expert investigator should arrive at similar results with a similar design.
In fact, an investigation design can be seen as a set of specifications for the construction of a house; if you put all the building blocks together in an agreed manner, the same structure is created.
Koninklijke Nederlandse Beroepsvereniging van Accountants
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
Start in time!
Clearly, time is an important factor in expert investigation. Therefore, please contact me as early as possible. Not only does this ensure better file creation, but it also saves you time. | law |
https://africatradenews.com/en/money-laundering-morocco-leaves-the-gray-area-of-the-gafi/ | 2023-12-11T03:36:42 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679103464.86/warc/CC-MAIN-20231211013452-20231211043452-00892.warc.gz | 0.955501 | 479 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__42416433 | en | The group welcomes the fact that the Kingdom has fully implemented its commitments to combat money laundering and the financing of terrorism within the established deadlines. A positive impact is expected on the sovereign rating and positioning during negotiations with international financial institutions.
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has decided, unanimously among its members, to withdraw the Kingdom of Morocco from the enhanced supervision process, known as the "grey list", after evaluating the conformity of the national system with international standards. related to the fight against money laundering and the financing of terrorism, and this, since the adoption by the FATF, in February 2021, of the specific action plan for the Kingdom of Morocco. This decision was made at the FATF General Assembly, held in Paris, France, from February 20 to 24, 2023.
This decision by the FATF follows the positive conclusions contained in the report of the group's experts, sanctioning the field visit carried out in our country from January 16 to 18, 2023.
This report, under which Morocco has been removed from the gray list, welcomed the Kingdom's formal political commitment to the conformity of the national mechanism to combat money laundering and the financing of terrorism with international standards, as well as the full compliance by our country with all its commitments within the established deadlines.
The decision to withdraw Morocco from the enhanced monitoring process, known as the "grey list", is the culmination of the efforts and proactive actions of the Kingdom of Morocco, in application of the Royal High Directives, which have involved a battery of legislative measures, organizational, awareness-raising and monitoring measures, applied by the different national authorities and institutions concerned, under the coordination of the National Financial Information Authority, in collaboration with legal entities under public or private law.
Morocco's exit from the gray list will have a positive impact on sovereign and local bank ratings, in addition to reinforcing the Kingdom's image and its positioning in negotiations with international financial institutions, as well as the confidence of foreign investors in the national economy.
In order to consolidate the achievements of recent years, the Kingdom of Morocco reiterates its firm commitment to continue strengthening the national mechanism to combat money laundering and the financing of terrorism, in accordance with the evolution of international standards in the matter, and emphasizes that this commitment now has a strategic and institutional nature aimed at preserving the national financial system against the dangers of financial crimes. | law |
http://indianalandtitle.net/index.php/services/escrow-settlement-services | 2020-08-15T04:26:22 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-34/segments/1596439740679.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20200815035250-20200815065250-00572.warc.gz | 0.892036 | 268 | CC-MAIN-2020-34 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-34__0__109917772 | en | To convey a property from a seller to a buyer, or encumber a property with a new mortgage, Indiana Land Title provides escrow and settlement services as a neutral third party to the transaction. Indiana Land Title acts upon the instructions of the principals and may be requested to coordinate key tasks such as:
- Deposit and disburse funds
- Process and coordinate the flow of documents and funds
- Keep all parties informed of progress to the escrow
- Respond to the lender’s requirements
- Coordinate the signing of loan/closing documents
- Prorate and adjust insurance, taxes, rents, etc.
- Record the deed and loan documents
- Prepares a final statement outlining funds received and to be disbursed in the transaction
Why work with Indiana Land Title?
- Indiana Land Title provides escrow/settlement services that are backed by a large, financially stable corporation
- Indiana Land Title is the only company with a single, national closing platform. Our leading-edge technology provides a superior ability to communicate and process orders
What do we offer?
- Top-flight customer service and support
- Expertise in handling complicated transactions, especially in today's challenging environment
- Cutting-edge technology for an enhanced ability to communicate and process orders
- Outstanding customer service and support | law |
https://communicationfirst.org/communication-equity-call-to-action/ | 2024-03-01T06:36:12 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947475203.41/warc/CC-MAIN-20240301062009-20240301092009-00388.warc.gz | 0.944337 | 3,611 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__5803537 | en | Download the Communication Equity Call to Action in PDF format here.
CommunicationFIRST and the 47 undersigned supporters of communication rights, access, and equity urge the incoming Biden-Harris Administration to take immediate and specific steps to safeguard and advance the human and civil rights of people with disabilities, especially individuals who have little to no understandable speech and rely on augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). Children, working age, and older people with significant communication disabilities have always been among the most marginalized in our society.
The pandemic and racial disparities are threatening the health and lives of these persons in an unparalleled manner. Individuals who require AAC are often institutionalized, isolated, immunocompromised, and wrongly regarded as lacking in the capacity, need, or right to communicate and make decisions about their lives. This has been found to be endemic in health care contexts; see, for example, here, here, and here. Furthermore, Black Americans and other people of color are more likely to experience stroke, ALS, Parkinson’s, and other conditions that may require them to use AAC. Research also indicates that individuals who belong to racial, ethnic, and linguistic minority communities who need AAC frequently face added difficulties in obtaining it; see, for example, here, here, and here. We must not allow such injustices to linger, especially at this time.
We strongly urge the administration to act on the following nine steps in its first six months, by no later than July 26, 2021, the 31st anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
1. Investigate and prevent health care discrimination against people with communication disabilities.
The Departments of Justice (DOJ) and Health and Human Services (HHS) must investigate the death of Sarah McSweeney, an AAC user who died in an Oregon hospital reportedly in significant part due to the blatant biases of members of her medical team and their judgment that her life was not worth saving. The investigation should make an explicit finding on whether her civil rights were violated and if so, what enforcement actions will be taken. The agencies should also announce the steps they will each take to help prevent future egregious discrimination and the taking of disabled lives. The President should issue the directive to investigate immediately upon taking office and the investigation’s findings and consequent enforcement and policy recommendations should be made public within 180 days.
2. Assure the effective communication rights of children and adults with speech-related disabilities, especially in public health emergencies.
The Departments of Justice, Health and Human Services (HHS), and Homeland Security (DHS) should develop and issue joint guidance to clearly delineate the effective communication rights of individuals with expressive disabilities, including those that rely on AAC, tailored to the missions, authorities, and responsibilities of all three agencies. Most federal guidance on effective communication to date has focused on the first two types of communication disabilities — vision and hearing — while neglecting by comparison the third type relating to speech. This lack of specific guidance has created obstacles to ensuring civil rights protections of people who cannot rely on speech to be understood. This has proven especially challenging during the pandemic.
DOJ should take the lead on this effort because of the coordination role it plays in the consistent enforcement of the ADA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act across the federal government. It is also crucial that HHS and DHS develop this joint guidance given the complementary roles both play in assuring the health, well being, independence, and security of all people particularly during the pandemic and other disasters and emergencies as well as the paramount role effective communication must play in such vital efforts.
This guidance should build on the joint FAQs on effective communication issued in November 2014 by the Departments of Education and Justice and should take effect no later than July 26, 2021. Additionally, since all other federal agencies have an obligation to comply with and enforce the effective communication requirements of ADA and Section 504, each should be directed to use it to develop guidance of their own.
3. Clarify the ADA’s anti-discrimination, integration, and effective communication requirements for people with speech-related disabilities in all facets of life.
The civil rights guaranteed to individuals who rely on AAC under the ADA, Section 504, and the Olmstead decision are routinely ignored and violated in the best of times, resulting in such persons continuing to experience widespread isolation, abuse, neglect, and institutionalization, and extreme discrimination in communication access, education, health care, employment, and all other facets of life. The pandemic has only exacerbated these injustices. It is critical that DOJ, in coordination with other federal agencies and stakeholders, develops and implements guidance, training, technical assistance, and other measures to clarify, stress, and emphasize to all covered entities what the ADA anti-discrimination, integration, and effective communication mandates mean for children as well as working age and older adults with significant expressive disabilities. The guidance and activities should be developed for, applied to, and carried out during both the pandemic and the post-pandemic era.
4. Guarantee equal educational access for students with significant expressive disabilities.
Despite progress in increasing equal and inclusive educational opportunities for individuals with disabilities from early intervention through post graduate studies, students who rely on AAC to be understood are still branded as “less than” from the start. They are assigned low expectations and assumed to be less likely to learn, less intelligent, less likely to communicate, and less likely to connect or to make a life for themselves. The President-elect knows first-hand what it is like to grow up with a speech disability and the importance of us all replacing the prejudices, discrimination, and dreams never lived with greater understanding, justice, and opportunities.
The Biden-Harris Administration should take several immediate actions to advance educational access and opportunities and outcomes for persons who use AAC throughout life:
- The Education and Justice Departments should offer information, training, and technical assistance to students with significant expressive disabilities, their parents, teachers, schools, state education departments, school districts, higher education institutions, and other stakeholders on the importance of ensuring effective communication in a range of educational contexts, and ways to comply with the communication provisions of the ADA, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The rights of individuals using AAC to enroll, attend, and have equal access to post-secondary, graduate, post-graduate, and other lifelong educational, employment, or other educational opportunities should be clarified.
- The Education and Justice Departments should immediately develop and issue joint guidance on the educational access and communication rights of students who use AAC during the pandemic. The guidance should be followed by training and technical assistance.
- The Education Department should review the extent to which Intelligence Quotient (IQ) tests and similar cognitive assessments are inappropriately used with students with motor and speech disabilities, resulting in lifelong discriminatory and harmful effects, and determine appropriate short- and long-term actions to prevent and reverse their use and effects. The Education Department should also take action to ensure that actual or perceived intellectual disability is never used as a basis to deny a student access to AAC.
5. Ensure safe and equitable access to instruction during the pandemic.
Students who rely on AAC to be heard and understood generally have multiple co-occurring disabilities and health conditions that can affect learning, mobility, coordination, personal care, and physical and emotional needs. They therefore often require in-person assistance from an adult throughout the school day. They also face significant increased risk of both contracting and dying from COVID19. Entering group settings in school buildings before a vaccine is available for children significantly increases these risks. As a result, many AAC users for safety reasons must continue to be educated remotely. But because many school districts are denying AAC users the in-person support they need to access virtual learning, they are effectively shut out of the same educational opportunities being provided to students without disabilities.
On January 4, 2021, CommunicationFIRST released the results of a national survey of families about student experiences attempting to access safe instructional opportunities during the pandemic. We learned that while many students are being denied access to the supports they need to safely access virtual instruction from home, more than a dozen school districts in nine states have figured out a way to comply with the ADA and to safely provide in-person aides to support these most vulnerable students from their homes or elsewhere, to ensure they have equal access to the same educational opportunities being provided to nondisabled students throughout the pandemic.
The Biden-Harris Administration must make the issuance of such guidance and the provision of related training and technical assistance one of its highest priorities. No student should be forced to choose between avoiding COVID19 health risks and receiving basic access to educational opportunities.
6. Stress and invest in lifelong literacy learning and success.
Educational and career success requires effective communication. Communication is generally most versatile, flexible, and effective in those settings when expressed with language. The majority of what people wish to communicate in sign, spoken, and written language is spontaneous and cannot be adequately conveyed in one word or stock phrases. To be understood, those that use text-based AAC must literally spell out most of what they say each day. It is imperative, therefore, that these children and adults are afforded the opportunities, tools, and support they need to learn, strengthen, and use optimal literacy skills at every stage of their life. Its development must begin at a young age and continue throughout life and is pivotal to our humanity. AAC, American Sign Language, Braille, plain language, technology and other accommodations make it possible for all people to communicate as never before. Yet, far too many who need AAC lack it and are consigned to lifetimes incommunicado. Urgent actions to end this vicious cycle must begin now.
Accordingly, the Education Department should work with other federal agencies, persons with significant expressive disabilities, families, teachers, states, school districts, higher education, foundations, and experts in AAC, lifelong literacy learning, aging, health care, and other providers to develop a national strategy for identifying the causes, effects, and extent of this discrimination and taking short- and long-term actions to combat it by creating greater equality of opportunity for people with significant communication disabilities.
7. Remove bureaucratic barriers under Medicare and Medicaid that deny people with disabilities access to the AAC they need to communicate.
Children and adults with significant expressive communication disabilities and their families experience enormous barriers and hardships in obtaining necessary AAC assessments, devices, and services in typical times. COVID19 has made matters even worse. The Centers on Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), for example, has refused to respond to calls from CommunicationFIRST and other organizations to permit Medicare to pay for telehealth assessments to determine whether beneficiaries’ accessing a speech generating device is a “medical necessity.” In other words, Medicare is insisting that such evaluations take place only in-person, requiring people with disabilities to choose between risking their lives and forgoing communication. This policy, coming from an agency charged with ensuring improved health of Americans, is both incomprehensible and unconscionable. In another bureaucratic nightmare, according to press reports, the Arizona Medicaid program instituted a practice over a year ago to automatically deny claims to pay for communication devices.
CommunicationFIRST and the undersigned organizations are deeply concerned by these incidents and the biases and discriminatory attitudes that undergird them. We fear that other public and private insurers have similar policies and practices in place already or might institute them in the future if no action is taken. To unjustly deny anyone their ability and right to express themselves subverts our nation’s creed.
The HHS Secretary should immediately direct CMS to reverse Medicare’s refusal to pay for telehealth AAC assessments and to investigate and reverse any state practice that denies Medicaid funds for AAC devices. CMS also should work with other federal and state insurers, state insurance commissioners to assure that public and private plans have AAC coverage policies and practices that meet the requirements of the Affordable Care Act and ADA as well as other federal and state laws.
8. Promote equitable access to AAC more broadly.
Despite great advances in technology, education, law, and other fields, many people with significant speech-related disabilities continue to be denied access to robust, language-based AAC strategies, tools, and supports necessary to effectively communicate with others. Students of color, English learners, and those from lower income families face even greater barriers to accessing effective AAC. Deep-seated, systemic prejudice posits such persons cannot comprehend or produce language, and therefore do not need any tools to communicate more effectively. Such bias results in egregious discrimination and degradation.
Research shows that those who lack access to effective AAC are more likely to experience institutionalization, abuse, lower levels of education, and worse employment and health outcomes. Children and adults with significant communication disabilities who are Black, indigenous, or people of color or whose primary language is not English face additional barriers and discrimination. Over three decades after the enactment of the ADA, it is time to bring these gross injustices to an end. As a nation, we must ensure all people with significant communication disabilities have access to AAC and the opportunities to lead decent lives regardless of race, age, class, disability, gender, language, living situation, sexual identity, socioeconomic status, or other classification.
The Biden-Harris Administration should conduct a comprehensive, whole government effort to identify the causes, effects, and extent of this discrimination as well as the short- and long-term actions that must be taken to combat it by creating greater equality of opportunity for people with significant communication disabilities. We strongly recommend the Domestic Policy Council be charged with leading this review in consultation with the Departments of Justice, Education, HHS, other federal agencies, people with significant communication disabilities, their families, and other stakeholders and that the review’s findings and recommendations be made available to the public and begin to be implemented within the first year of the Administration.
9. Improve and expand data gathering and analysis efforts, and encourage data-driven decision making.
The National Academies of Sciences reports that data on individuals with significant communication disabilities are limited and disjointed and are rarely gathered, analyzed, or used to shape policies and programs that purportedly are designed to serve this high support-need population. How effective are the billions in federal dollars devoted to these programs in terms of ensuring improved education, communication, health, employment, and quality of life? Similarly, characteristic data on this population’s socio-economic status as well as the barriers and discrimination they endure in every sphere of American life is also terribly lacking. In fact, no reliable statistical survey or administrative data exist at the national or state level on the socio-economic characteristics, quality of life, or the unmet needs of this population. When people go uncounted, their needs, rights, abilities, and aspirations are ignored.
Given the known and unknown impacts the pandemic has had on people with significant communication disabilities, it is vital that the Biden-Harris Administration close these gaps in data, knowledge, and policy-effectiveness now. In its review on the need to eliminate discrimination and advance equality of opportunity for such individuals, the Domestic Policy Council should recommend steps to close these gaps.
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Over the past year, COVID19, the struggle for racial equity, and threats to our democracy have shown us once again that, as Dr. King wrote, “The ultimate tragedy is not the oppression and cruelty by the bad people but the silence over that by the good people.” We call on President-elect Biden, Vice President-elect Harris, and the new Congress to join with us and provide leadership to end the oppression of silence that is ever present in the everyday lives of millions of marginalized children and adults with significant communication disabilities.
Questions may be directed to CommunicationFIRST’s Policy Director, Bob Williams, at [email protected], or Executive Director, Tauna Szymanski, at [email protected]. Thank you for your commitment to people with expressive communication disabilities.
Alliance Against Seclusion and Restraint
American Association on Health and Disability
American Association of People with Disabilities
American Physical Therapy Association
Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA)
Assistive Technology Law Center
Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD)
Autism and Communication Center
Autism National Committee
Autism Society of America
Autistic Self Advocacy Network
Autistic Women & Nonbinary Network
Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law
Brain Injury Association of America
Center for Public Representation
Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates
Disability Justice League
Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund
Disability Voices United
Fund for Community Reparations for Autistic People of Color’s Interdependence, Survival, & Empowerment
HIGH IMPACT Mission-based Consulting & Training
Justice in Aging
Moms of Black and Brown Children
National Association of State Directors of Developmental Disabilities Services
National Center for Learning Disabilities
National Council on Independent Living
National Disability Rights Network
National Down Syndrome Congress
National Health Law Program
National Joint Committee for the Communication Needs of Persons with Severe Disabilities (NJC)
State of Education
The Advocacy Institute
The Alliance for Citizen Directed Supports
The Arc of the United States
The Aurelia Foundation-Creative Steps Adult Program
The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies
Therapist Neurodiversity Collective
Union for Reform Judaism
United Cerebral Palsy
United States Society for Augmentative and Alternative Communication
World Institute on Disability | law |
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https://www.lawyers-portugal.com/portugal-work-permit | 2021-02-26T01:47:23 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-10/segments/1614178355944.41/warc/CC-MAIN-20210226001221-20210226031221-00129.warc.gz | 0.93588 | 1,367 | CC-MAIN-2021-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-10__0__227266802 | en | Obtaining a Work Permit in Portugal
Obtaining a Work Permit in PortugalUpdated on Monday 24th August 2020
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The requirements for legally working in Portugal vary according to the nationality of the employee. Obtaining a work permit in Portugal is a preliminary and mandatory step and it can also be discussed with the employer before the relocation is complete. Our lawyers in Portugal can explain the main aspects each foreign employee needs to take into consideration before deciding to apply for a job in the country. All foreigners who wish to find out more details about the relevant employment laws can talk to one of our experts.
Do I need a work permit if I’m an EU/EEA or Swiss resident?
EU/EEA and Swiss residents do not need a work permit in order to be able to have a job in Lisbon or any other Portuguese city. Non-EU nationals, however, need to apply for a Portuguese work permit before they may begin employment. The application for this permit is subject to an evaluation from the relevant labor force authority in the area where the individual will work or reside. In almost all cases, the applicant must bring forward proof of employment or, in other situations, proof of marriage in Portugal to a national.
Our team of lawyers in Portugal who specialize in immigration matters can give you more details on the policy for those foreign nationals who want to work in Portugal for longer periods. Here is an infographic that explains more:
Short-term work visa in Portugal
Persons accepting jobs on a short-term in Portugal will have to apply for a specific visa in this matter. This is the Portuguese short-term visa which is issued for no more than 6 months. The labor authorities in Portugal will have to make verifications in this matter and evaluate the workers soliciting a short-term work visa. This kind of visa comes with a temporary residence in Portugal which can be prolonged alongside the visa validity in the case of persons involved in academic teaching or scientific research in this country.
Long-term visa in Portugal
The following information about the long-term visa for Portugal helps foreigners understand better the conditions imposed:
- This kind of visa is issued to foreigners wanting to work more than just 6 months in Portugal.
- Being part of the Schengen Area, Portugal allows foreigners to travel within 26 countries with this kind of visa without any restrictions.
- The bilateral agreements signed by Portugal with New Zealand, Canada, USA, Japan, Australia, and Israel allow the residents of these countries to apply for a long-term work visa within 90 days from the date of their arrival in the country.
- The next thing to consider is to apply for a Portuguese residence permit, in order to legally work and live in Portugal.
The legal requirements for obtaining a short-term or a long-term visa for Portugal can be entirely explained by our team of lawyers in Portugal, so feel free to address your inquiries at any time.
Working in Portugal
Employment in Portugal is subject to a contractual agreement between the employer and the employee. Once the individual finds a suitable job, it is usually the task of the employer to begin the application process for a Portuguese work permit. EU/EEA and Swiss nationals do not need a special work visa/work permit, however, if they intend to work in the country for a long period of time they will need a residence permit.
You can talk to one of our attorneys in Portugal for in-depth information about all of the aspects of the Employment Law and other relevant legal requirements for foreigners. Our lawyers can help you if you are looking to become an employee in the country or if you wish to start your own business or register a sole trader.
What does an employment contract comprise?
An employment contract can be signed on a fixed term, for an indefinite period, part-time or on a short duration, depending on the job and requirements of the employer in Portugal. This kind of contract comprises information about the job, the rights of employees, the rules of the company, the working hours, the responsibilities, maternity leave, holiday breaks, remuneration and many more. All the details of an employment contract can be explained in legal terms by our Portuguese lawyers, so feel free to ask for our support at any time.
What is the EU blue card?
The authorities in Portugal implemented the Blue Card Scheme which acts as a work visa and residency permit in this country and which is available for highly qualified professionals. The validity of EU blue cards might prolong for 4 years, depending on the job contract of foreigners, mentioning that they can work in all Schengen Area countries except for UK, Ireland, and Denmark. In matters of documents for an EU blue card, evidence of proper accommodation, the permission for checking the criminal record, health insurance and the registration to the National Health Service in Portugal plus the valid passport are needed and requested by the Portuguese immigration authorities. The renewal of the EU blue card will also depend on the criminal record of the holder, if there was no criminal activity registered during the previous period.
Sole traders in Portugal – what are the main visa requirements?
Foreigners from non-EU or EFTA (European Free Trade Association) countries can easily set up their freelance activities or small businesses, by applying for the same visas as employees in Portugal. The difference is that additional documents will be solicited for the type of activities you wish to develop in Portugal. The registration for tax purposes is mandatory for sole traders in Portugal, as part of the incorporation procedure.
Work visas for training and volunteers in Portugal
Foreigners wanting to perform volunteer work and unpaid training in Portugal will have to apply for special residence and work permits for which documents like the ones showing they have enough funds to support the living in the country, they have proper accommodation and no criminal records are needed. The work visa is issued for 6 months or for the time the training and/or volunteer work takes place in Portugal.
In terms of business and investments, foreigners can choose Portugal from varied reasons, among which the ease of doing business, investment encouragements and so on. Below you can find some interesting information about business and investments in Portugal:
- USD 143.6 billion was the FDI stock registered in 2018 in Portugal;
- the FDI flow in 2018 represented around 70% of Portugal’s GDP;
- investments of EUR 250,000 are necessary for revitalizing companies in Portugal;
- Portugal ranks 34th out of 190 countries according to the Doing Business report for 2019.
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https://www.waylandaccess.com.au/2023/07/26/the-length-of-time-does-it-take-with-respect-to-an-international-matrimony-to-be-recognized-by-the-us-government/ | 2024-04-16T00:44:09 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817036.4/warc/CC-MAIN-20240416000407-20240416030407-00731.warc.gz | 0.959943 | 659 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__99162283 | en | Marrying within a foreign country is definitely an exciting and rewarding knowledge, but it can also be time-consuming and expensive. You must find out about the requirements for getting hitched abroad before you begin the process.
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The first step in buying a marriage permit is to apply with the provincial office of vital statistics, which relates to laws regarding the solemnization of marriages. This kind of office will provide you with an application variety, which you need to complete and submit using your documents.
You will need to provide a copy of your passport and a photocopy of your birth license. You will also require two witnesses who are occupants of the region where you are residing, or who all live in the location where you want to get married.
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If your partner would like to get a green greeting card, you must record a petition together with the USCIS. This requires filing Form I-130 and Application form DS-160. The green card process can be a long one, but your spouse might eventually become granted a natural card after the application is approved.
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https://addisonindependent.com/crime?page=22 | 2021-01-26T00:14:27 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-04/segments/1610704792131.69/warc/CC-MAIN-20210125220722-20210126010722-00037.warc.gz | 0.968912 | 1,321 | CC-MAIN-2021-04 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-04__0__156197759 | en | MIDDLEBURY — Game wardens with the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Department have been investigating a series of wild animal poaching incidents in Addison County for the past five weeks, and they are asking tor the public’s help so they can wrap up the investigation.
Lt. Justin Stedman, leader of Fish and Wildlife’s central district, said the investigation was triggered by a series of reports of dead animals in incidents in Middlebury and New Haven that had similar characteristics.
This week, the department said it had arrested two young men in Middlebury as a result of the investigation.
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BRANDON — Police raided the home of a Brandon man late last week and arrested him on 10 drugs and firearms charges.
On Nov. 1, detectives with the Vermont Drug Task Force arrested Harold Paul Mahoney, 61, at his trailer on Conway Terrace.
On Monday, Mahoney pleaded innocent in Rutland Superior Court, criminal division, to four counts of selling crack cocaine, one count of possession of crack cocaine, a count of possession of a narcotic, and four counts of possessing a firearm after being prohibited from doing so because he was convicted of a violent crime.
Police said Mahoney’s arrest for...
VERGENNES — Vergennes police are serving notice early that the city’s winter ban on overnight parking on city streets will take effect on Dec. 1.
Between that date and March 31 vehicles left on city streets between 2 and 6 a.m. are subject to being ticketed and/or towed. Police said owners of the vehicles will be liable for the charges related to towing and storage of the vehicles as well as fines that escalate for repeat offenders.
Police ask residents and guests to please do their part to help the city’s department of public works to keep Vergennes streets free of snow and ice.
MIDDLEBURY — Middlebury police cited Winston G. Forbes, 18, of Salisbury for driving under the influence following a traffic stop that police said stemmed from a report of a deer jacking on Abbey Pond Road on Nov. 3.
Police said Forbes refused to provide an evidentiary breath sample.
Middlebury police said they were assisted by Vermont State Police and officials from the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department.
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ADDISON COUNTY — Vermont State Police were dispatched to a Bennett Road home in Monkton on Nov. 3 at around 12:25 p.m. for a report of a suspicious individual who was discovered hiding in a barn.
Troopers said they found a woman identified as 37-year-old Jessica Baker of Starksboro and determined she had unlawfully trespassed into the barn. Police said they discovered that Baker was also in possession of a regulated drug.
They took Baker to Porter Medical Center for evaluation and later released her with a citation for unlawful trespass and possession of a regulated drug.
State police in the...
VERGENNES — Vergennes police responded to a variety of incidents between Oct. 21 and 27, including traffic violations, citizens’ disputes, medical issues, and truant and/or unruly juveniles.
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MIDDLEBURY — Middlebury police cited Dominick Ekroos, 18, of Middlebury for driving a vehicle without the owner’s consent and leaving the scene of an accident following a crash at the intersection of Happy Valley Road and Route 7 North on Oct. 22.
Police said their investigation showed the vehicle had been stolen from Cedar Court and other vehicles had been damaged during the incident there.
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ADDISON COUNTY — At around 6:30 p.m. on Oct. 18, Vermont State Police were dispatched to an address on Creek Road in Salisbury for a motor vehicle complaint. A resident told the dispatcher that a vehicle had driven onto his property, gotten stuck and was then yelling.
Troopers arrived and located three subjects; one of them was 32-year-old Mark Kennedy of Weybridge. Police report that during their investigation, Kennedy began acting in a belligerent manner by yelling obscenities. Kennedy became uncooperative and was placed under arrest for impeding public officers and disorderly conduct....
BRISTOL — On Oct. 5 at 9:37 a.m., the Bristol Police Department responded to a report of a burglary on West Street. The person leaving the residence was described as a white male, approximately five feet tall, wearing medium to dark clothing and possibly a hat, and was reported to have been walking toward Main Street.
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SHOREHAM — Two out-of-state men were cited for trafficking cocaine and Fentanyl following an investigation at a Shoreham home on Thursday, Oct. 24.
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This training introduces supervisors to the Occupational Health and Safety Act. It focuses on the health and safety rights and responsibilities of workers, supervisors and employers. It also serves as a general introduction to workplace health and safety.
Supervisors can use this free training program as one way to meet the minimum training required by the Occupational Health and Safety Awareness and Training regulation. | law |
https://www.wiltoncsd.org/home/visitors | 2024-04-16T06:27:49 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817073.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20240416062523-20240416092523-00876.warc.gz | 0.946738 | 1,352 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__189141803 | en | The safety and security of its students and staff is a top priority in the Wilton Community School District. As such, the District has enacted a number of policies and procedures relating to visitors at District buildings during regular school hours.
Starting October 2nd, 2023 visitors to the school during the hours of 7:45 AM - 3:15 PM will be required to provide a Driver's License, which will be scanned through the School Gate Guardian visitor management system. The system uses the identification to conduct a background check, which includes the national sex offender database. A visitor's badge is then printed, which includes the visitor's name and a small photo.
FAQs for Parents and Community Members School Gate Guardian Visitor Management System
1. What is School Gate Guardian?
School Gate Guardian is a visitor registration system designed to enhance school safety and security. When visitors arrive at a school, they present a government-issued identification such as a driver’s license. The driver’s license is then scanned and compared with information from several databases including the registered sex offender database and a locally-stored database created by the District that could include parents or guardians with restraining orders or visitors that have been deemed a threat to students and staff.
2. Why has the Wilton Community School District decided to use this type of system?
Student safety is one of our highest priorities and a computerized visitor management system allows the school district to more clearly and accurately identify visitors. In the unlikely event an incident does occur, police and other authorities will have access to these electronic visitor logs which have a photograph of the visitor, as well as a date and time stamp of their entry and exit times.
3. When did this system go into effect?
The School Gate Guardian Visitor Management System goes into effect on October 2nd, 2023.
4. What information is the School Gate Guardian retrieving from the photo ID?
The only information the system scans to perform the proper searches are the first name, last name, date of birth, address, license number and the description/photo of the visitor. None of this data will be shared with any other company or organization other than law enforcement, and this will only occur in the event of an incident. No data is stored in the School Gate Guardian system.
5. Is my information secure during the background check screening process?
School Gate Guardian encrypts information as it is sent out over the Internet to perform the background check.
6. Does the Wilton Community School District have the right to require visitors and parents to produce a state-issued ID before entering school facilities?
Yes. District personnel must be certain of who is in our buildings, what the purpose of their visit is, whom they are here to see, and if they have the authority or the right to have access to our facilities and students. We can only do this by performing the appropriate checks.
7. How long does the scanning/check-in process take?
The entire process should take less than three minutes to complete; often it will be much faster than that. We recommend arriving on campus with enough time to complete the required scanning/check-in.
8. What if a parent/guardian does not have a government-issued ID?
No, visitors will be granted access to the facilities without a government-issued ID such as a driver’s license.
9. If a positive match does occur indicating a visitor is a registered sex offender, what procedures have the staff members been trained to do?
School Gate Guardian checks the nearly 600,000 registered sex offenders in this country. Occasionally, parents or relatives of one of our students may be deemed a registered sex offender. This person does have the right to conduct business on school property, but our staff members have been trained to bring in an administrator to assess and address the situation. The system displays a positive match in a discreet and silent fashion so these instances are usually handled in a non-public way to avoid any embarrassment to the individual. In the event the visitor is identified as having a match to the sexual offender database, our staff has been trained to remain calm, ask the visitor to wait for assistance, and seek immediate help from other District personnel or law enforcement officials. The staff has been trained to not go into any further details with the visitor until the appropriate persons have arrived.
10. Do I need to scan photo identification if I need to drop something off such as my child’s lunch, book, money, instrument, etc.?
The process for dropping off items remains the same: parents or guardians who need to drop off items at school for their child or other school personnel should enter the Main Entrance. When greeted by school personnel, visitors should indicate that they have something to drop off and can leave the items with the secretary. The secretary will deliver the items to the appropriate person.
11. What will happen when a visitor enters the school?
The visitor will give his/her government-issued identification card (such as a driver’s license) to the building secretary who will scan the card through the School Gate Guardian system. The card-reader will gather necessary information from the license. Frequent volunteers and outside vendors may be issued a key tag for entrance to the buildings. In this case, the key tag is scanned. The information will then be run through a sex offender database, as well as a district-maintained database. If no matches are found, the secretary will print a visitor badge, which includes the visitor’s name, photo, reason for visit and location of visit. If the visitor appears in the sex offender database, a pop-up message will discreetly appear on the secretary’s computer screen. Staff members have been trained in how to handle this situation.
Upon completion of the visit, the visitor will return to the secretary and scan the barcode for exit. All visitors are required to exit the building through the main entrance and scan the visitor barcode or key tag. After scanning for exit and leaving the building, the visitor may dispose of the visitor badge. Key tags for frequent visitors should be kept for future use.
12. If I’m a parent/guardian who has already had my ID checked, do I need to do it every time I arrive on campus?
Yes. All visitors to any school facility will be scanned by the School Gate Guardian System. Their information, including a photo, will appear on the computer screen for a staff member to verify identity. Scanning each time a visitor enters a school facility assures that the information is accurate and up-to-date. | law |
http://classroomsalon.com/license/license.aspx | 2017-03-29T01:15:41 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-13/segments/1490218190134.67/warc/CC-MAIN-20170322212950-00180-ip-10-233-31-227.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.863759 | 1,200 | CC-MAIN-2017-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-13__0__112395507 | en | Carnegie Mellon University
BY USING THIS SITE, YOU ARE AGREEING TO THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THESE TERMS, YOU MAY NOT USE THE CLASSROOM SALON SYSTEM.
This is a license agreement ("Agreement") between your company, academic institution, non-profit organization or yourself (called "Licensee" or "you" in this Agreement) and Carnegie Mellon University (called "Licensor" in this Agreement). All rights not specifically granted to you in this Agreement are reserved to Licensor.
GRANT OF LICENSE: Licensor hereby grants to Licensee a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the Classroom Salon system for your own non-commercial internal purposes, without the right to sublicense or to otherwise sell or transfer to any third party, pursuant to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. As used in this Agreement, the term "Classroom Salon System" means Classroom Salon software made accessible to Licensee by Licensor pursuant to this Agreement through the website: www.classroomsalon.org.
PROPRIETARY; COPYRIGHT: Licensee acknowledges that the Classroom Salon system is proprietary to Licensor, and as such, Licensee agrees use the Classroom Salon system only in accordance with the terms of this Agreement. The Classroom Salon system is owned by Licensor and is protected by United States copyright laws and applicable international treaties and/or conventions.
PERMITTED USES; FEEDBACK: The Classroom Salon system may be used for your own non-commercial, internal purposes only. Licensor is not obligated to implement any suggestions and/or feedback you might provide regarding the Classroom Salon system, but to the extent Licensor does so, you are not entitled to any compensation related thereto.
USES NOT PERMITTED: You may not modify or copy the Classroom Salon system. You have not been granted any trademark license as part of this Agreement and may not use the name or mark "Classroom Salon system," "Carnegie Mellon" or any name or mark confusingly similar thereto without the prior written permission of Licensor. You may not sell, rent, lease, sublicense, lend, time-share or transfer, in whole or in part, or provide third parties access to, the Classroom Salon system.
ASSIGNMENT: You may not assign this Agreement or your rights hereunder without the prior written consent of Licensor. Any attempted assignment without such consent shall be null and void.
TERM: The term of the license granted by this Agreement is from Licensee's acceptance of this Agreement by clicking "I Agree" below until terminated as provided below.
The Agreement automatically terminates without notice if you fail to comply with any provision of this Agreement. Licensee may terminate this Agreement by ceasing using the Classroom Salon system. Licensor may terminate the availability of the Classroom Salon system or this Agreement at any time. Licensor may license the rights to commercialize the Classroom Salon system to a commercial entity at its own discretion, and said commercial entity may require Licensee to obtain a sublicense to continue to use the Classroom Salon system. You agree that all provisions which operate to protect the proprietary rights of Licensor shall remain in force and, as such, survive the term of the Agreement.
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES: THE CLASSROOM SALON SYSTEM IS PROVIDED "AS-IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND INCLUDING ANY WARRANTIES OF PERFORMANCE OR MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE OR OF NON-INFRINGEMENT. LICENSEE BEARS ALL RISK RELATING TO QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE OF THE CLASSROOM SALON SYSTEM.
SUPPORT AND MAINTENANCE: No support, installation, or training by the Licensor is provided as part of this Agreement.
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW, LICENSOR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INDICENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOST PROFITS RELATED TO LICENSEE’S USE OF AND/OR INABILITY TO USE THE CLASSROOM SALON SYSTEM, EVEN IF LICENSOR IS ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
EXPORT REGULATION: Licensee agrees to comply with any and all applicable U.S. export control laws, regulations, and/or other laws related to embargoes and sanction programs administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control.
SEVERABILITY: If any provision(s) of this Agreement shall be held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court or other tribunal of competent jurisdiction, the validity, legality and enforceability of the remaining provisions shall not in any way be affected or impaired thereby.
NO IMPLIED WAIVERS: No failure or delay by Licensor in enforcing any right or remedy under this Agreement shall be construed as a waiver of any future or other exercise of such right or remedy by Licensor.
GOVERNING LAW: This Agreement shall be construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania without reference to conflict of laws principles. Licensee hereby consents to the personal jurisdiction of the courts located in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, and waives Licensee’s rights to venue outside of this county.
ENTIRE AGREEMENT: This Agreement constitutes the sole and entire agreement between Licensee and Licensor as to the matters set forth herein and supersedes any previous agreements, understandings, and arrangements between the parties relating hereto. | law |
http://www.lovelywitches.co.uk/2015/09/china-animal-testing.html | 2017-04-27T12:58:59 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917122167.63/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031202-00250-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.96661 | 871 | CC-MAIN-2017-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__41235368 | en | Recently I've been contacted by a few companies who sell in China, but still claim to be cruelty-free. The China issue can be a confusing one so I'd like to do my best to explain it here.
Skirting around the issue
When I email companies about their cruelty-free status, I always ask if they sell their products in mainland China. Frustratingly, I often receive a reply like this:
"As of June 30, 2014, animal testing for ordinary cosmetics produced and sold inside China was no longer legally mandated."Note that this does not answer the question of whether the company sells in China, but also tries to make it seem as though animal testing in China is no longer required by law. This article from Humane Society International explains the change in the Chinese law in June 2014. Since this change, some products may not be required by law to be tested on animals but this is no guarantee that they won't be. The company can still choose to test on animals in China, because it's perfectly legal to do so.
Post-market animal testing
Chinese authorities are also likely to conduct post-market animal testing. This is where they take finished products off the shelves and test them on animals. As Humane Society International explain, this practise has probably increased since the change in the law. In regards to the likelihood of post-market testing, HSI also state:
"HSI believes that until this is no longer the case, no cosmetics company can sell its products in China and credibly purport to be cruelty-free."The Body Shop recently tried to work around this rule by selling their products in Chinese airports, but when customers found out that these could be subject to post-market animal testing the products were quickly removed from the Chinese market. Any product sold in China can be subject to post-market animal testing, without a company's consent or knowledge.
When animal testing isn't required
So when are cosmetics not subject to animal testing in China?
- Products that are made and sold in Hong Kong. Although part of China, Hong Kong has separate animal testing laws, so cruelty-free companies can sell there. This why I specifically ask companies if they sell products in mainland China.
- Products manufactured in China for foreign export only. If it's not being sold to the Chinese public, their government says it's ok. So there are cruelty-free companies who make their products in China, but don't sell them there.
- E-commerce. Products sold and posted directly to customers from e-commerce websites are not required to be tested on animals. So cruelty-free companies can sell to Chinese customers directly through their websites.
So can a cruelty-free company sell in China?
No. When a company chooses to sell their products in China, they are consenting to test those products on animals, to use a third party to test on animals, or have the Chinese government test on animals for them. Currently, there is no way for a cruelty-free company to sell in China. Do not let any company try and convince you otherwise!
Lush, for example, refuse to sell products in mainland China until the law is changed in order to eliminate any chance of their products being tested on animals. Hilary Jones, Lush ethics director, states:
"LUSH and other cruelty-free companies are still unable to trade in China currently, as this legislation does not allow for fully non-animal tested cosmetics to come to market."The change in the law in June 2014 is an important first step, but it will be a long way until China is free from animal testing.
To learn more about this topic, I also recommend reading Logical Harmony's post about Animal Testing and China and Elephant In The Room's excellent infographic for Understanding China's Animal Testing Laws. My Beauty Bunny has a list of brands selling in China, so you know which ones to avoid.
This China & Cosmetics Animal Testing FAQ from Humane Society International gives a really comprehensive breakdown of the specifics. Also check out Cruelty Free International who along with Humane Society International are campaigning to end animal testing both in China and worldwide.
How do you feel about brands that sell in China? Is it ok if a company doesn't conduct animal testing themselves? | law |
https://www.thatscrafty.co.uk/termsandconditions.html | 2022-08-17T02:04:27 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572833.78/warc/CC-MAIN-20220817001643-20220817031643-00490.warc.gz | 0.948057 | 1,618 | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-33__0__171588510 | en | Terms and Conditions
This contract is made under the following terms and conditions. Please read these terms and conditions carefully as they affect your rights and liabilities under the law.
The contract is between you (The Buyer) and That’s Crafty! (The Seller) whose registered office is at Unit 1E Bates Ind. Estate, Church Road, Harold Wood, Romford, Essex RM3 0HU, England. The goods shall be the products supplied by the seller to the buyer according to these terms and conditions.
We will take payment from your card at the time you place your order. Taking payment does not mean we have accepted your order and in the event of us not accepting your order, a full refund will be given as soon as reasonably possible (and in any event within 14 days of us advising you that your order has not been accepted).
Unless otherwise stated, all prices shown are inclusive of VAT. The prices shown do not include any delivery costs, which will be added to your total order price where applicable.
Except where otherwise set out in these Terms of Sale, the price payable by you for the goods is the price given by That’s Crafty! at the time you place your order.
All products remain the property of That’s Crafty! until paid for in full.
Whilst we try to ensure that all the prices on That’s Crafty! website are accurate, errors may occur. If we discover an error in the price of the goods you have ordered we will inform you as soon as reasonably possible. You will then be given the option of re-confirming your order at the correct price or cancelling your order.
If we are unable to contact you using the contact details you provided during the order process, we will treat the order as cancelled and notify you by email.
If you decide to cancel your order after we have informed you of a pricing error and you have already paid for the goods, we will give you a full refund within 14 days of cancellation.
Privacy and Your Security
To ensure that your credit, debit or charge card is not being used without your consent, we will validate name, address and other personal information supplied by you during the order process against appropriate third party databases.
You can rest assured that this is done only to confirm your identity, that a credit check is not performed and that your credit rating will be unaffected. All information provided by you will be treated securely and strictly in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998.
That’s Crafty! agrees not to disclose any information or data files supplied with, stored on, or recovered from client’s equipment except to employees or agents That’s Crafty! subject to confidentiality agreements or as required by law.
Delivery times are given in good faith and approximate only. Please refer to our delivery page for full details on delivery areas and charges. We cannot be held responsible for any direct or indirect expenses caused due to late delivery. We make every effort to deliver all your items within the specified period set and we will always do everything within our power to keep to a delivery date but there may be circumstances beyond our control that cause delays. We shall contact you to let you know if we are having any problems getting a delivery to you within that time. Late delivery does not constitute a reason for the buyer to cancel the contract. We also reserve the right to deliver the goods in more than one visit when deemed necessary.
We advise you to inspect the goods upon delivery. If any damages are discovered after delivery they must be notified to us in writing via email ([email protected]) within 14 days following the delivery time. Any claims submitted after this period will not be accepted.
For overseas orders please check our "Overseas Delivery" page for further information.
Your Rights to Cancel
As a retail consumer you may cancel your contract with us in writing at any time up to the end of the fourteenth day from the date you received the goods.
If you do not pay the costs of return delivery, we shall be entitled to deduct these costs from the amount of your refund. The goods remain your responsibility until we have accepted your return delivery.
Once you have cancelled your order and we have received any relevant returned goods, any payment taken by us will be returned to your original payment method as soon as possible and in any event within 14 days of cancellation. If you chose the option to have the goods delivered by more expensive means than our cheapest standard delivery option offered, you will only be refunded the cost of the standard delivery option.
If your original order was over £20 and you qualified for free postage, if you return one or several of the items and your order value then falls below £20, you will be refunded for the item/s less £2.95 postage.
Our Right to Cancel
We reserve the right to cancel the Contract between us if:
If we cancel your order in part or in full, you will be notified by email and we will refund your payment method that was used for the transaction with the full cost of any cancelled items within 14 days of cancellation. We shall not be held liable to pay any additional compensation for any reason. There may be times when we or our suppliers have insufficient stock to complete the order or the items may have been discontinued, in these circumstances we may offer alternative items of equivalent quality and price. Should this be the case, you will be notified in writing prior to your delivery; if we receive no instruction to the contrary this will be taken as acceptance of the changes.
Quality and Guarantee
Any proprietary goods manufactured and supplied by other companies will be subject to their own guarantee.
We will request that the items be returned to us and in such circumstances you must return goods to us or we may ask for you provide us with photographic evidence of the alleged defect.
If after examination the alleged defect is found by us or by our supplier to be manufacturing fault and therefore covered by the product Guarantee, we shall either replace the goods or refund the cost of returning the goods to us. We shall not be liable for a breach of any of the warranties if:
Once we have agreed the return of a faulty item, you have 30 days from the date of the agreement to return the item to us. We will not accept returns received after 30 days. Any goods replaced and returned to us will become our property.
You may not transfer any of your rights under these Product Terms & Conditions to any other person.
If you breach these Product Terms & Conditions and we choose to ignore this, we will still be entitled to use our rights and remedies at a later date or in any other situation where you breach these Product Terms & Conditions.
By registering any of your personal details with That’s Crafty! you are agreeing to allow us to contact you regarding any of our products or services. We will not pass on any of your personal details to third parties for marketing purposes.
These Product Terms & Conditions are subject to English law. We will try to solve any disagreements quickly and efficiently. If you are not happy with the way we deal with any disagreement and you want to take court proceedings, you must do so in England.
Our entire liability to you under these Terms of Sale shall not exceed the price paid for the goods you have purchased through That’s Crafty!
Where you buy as a consumer, these Terms of Sale will not affect your rights under English law which cannot be otherwise excluded. For more information contact your local Citizens Advice Bureau (www.citizensadvice.org.uk) | law |
https://30432.livehelpnow.net/30432/kb/article/77908/logging-more-hours | 2024-04-12T18:01:50 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816045.47/warc/CC-MAIN-20240412163227-20240412193227-00572.warc.gz | 0.952536 | 148 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__775003 | en | What if I need to log more than eight Hours?
If you work over eight hours in a day, your immediate supervisor must make a comment in your weekly logs. The USMAP website will not allow any hours over 12 to be entered into your account without an override for that semi-annual reporting period. If your situation requires greater than 12 hours a day, your supervisor must provide a request to USMAP for override with justification and their contact information. Once received and approved you will be able to log over 12 and up to 18 hours for one semi-annual reporting period. A written request via email or USPS is required for each semi-annual reporting period. Extended hours are subject to audit by the Department of Labor. | law |
https://www.motorcycle-mot-norwich.co.uk/privacy/ | 2024-02-28T15:29:40 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474737.17/warc/CC-MAIN-20240228143955-20240228173955-00700.warc.gz | 0.918871 | 600 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__32286785 | en | In line with the new General Data Protection Regulation that is enacted from 25th May 2018, we’ve updated out Privacy Notice so that anyone who wishes to be informed about what we do with their data should find out everything they need to know on this page. Naturally, if there is anything that you would like to know about how we process your personal data that you can’t see here, please get in touch.
The legal basis for storing and processing your data is contractual.
You can request to see, rectify or delete your data at any time. Your full rights are listed at the bottom of this notice.
To make it easy for our customers to get in touch with us we provide a contact form on our website. We ask for a person’s name and basic contact details so that we can get back to them to arrange a time to visit and give a quote for the work they want done. We only use this data for the purposes of contacting you about your specific enquiry. This data arrives as an email and is never stored on a database.
We use the third-party provider RWD Click to store our emails.
When we receive a visitor to www.motorcycle-mot-norwich.co.uk, if the user has consented to cookies, we use Google Analytics to collect the standard internet log information. Google Analytics works by reading the user's IP address then setting a cookie on www.motorcycle-mot-norwich.co.uk containing a unique ID (so Google can get accurate audience figures). The IP address is then never used again. The unique ID has no personal identity information held within it.
We share this information with the RWD Click who use the anonymised information to compile website use statistics on which they can base any improvements to our website.
If you object to Google Analytics collecting data, you can download a browser add-on that will prevent Google Analytics from using your data: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
We will store the data you share with us for 12 months. When you are coming up to your next MOT, we will send you a reminder. If you rebook with us we will keep your data on our files. If you choose not to rebook, your data will be deleted in line with GDPR guidelines. The data will be stored on the secure server operated by our website hosts RWD Ltd.
The GDPR enshrines rights that individuals may exercise in relation to their data:
If you feel that any of these rights are being infringed, we will do everything that we can to address the problem.
If you have any questions at all about the personal data we hold or you wish to uphold one of the rights above in relation to that data please get in touch with us by emailing us: [email protected]. | law |
https://www.buynomics.com/terms-and-conditions | 2024-04-16T10:25:19 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817081.52/warc/CC-MAIN-20240416093441-20240416123441-00444.warc.gz | 0.909726 | 5,471 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__166212131 | en | Section 1 - Scope of application, Subject of the SaaS-Agreement
(1) Subject of this SaaS-Agreement are the provisioning and the maintaining of Licensor’s SaaS-Solutions – within the frame of the availability according to Section 4. The main features of the buynomics pricing platform, a SaaS-Solution of Licensor are:
- The platform allows users to integrate all their relevant pricing data (e.g., sales data, conjoint analyses) to be used for pricing decisions
- The platform allows users to configure their products offer and simulate the effects on sales, revenue, and profit – and choose the best option among different scenarios
- The platform helps users optimize their prices
(2) Further services, like training or customizing are not subject to this SaaS-Agreement and may be requested separately.
(3) The SaaS-Solutions of Licensor are only offered towards entrepreneurs within the meaning of Sec. 13 German Civil Code (i.e., entrepreneur means a natural or legal person or a partnership with legal personality who or which, when entering into a legal transaction, acts in exercise of his or its trade, business or profession.)
(4) These Terms and Conditions are exclusively applicable on the usage of the SaaS-Solution. The Licensee’s Terms and Conditions are not applicable. This also applies in the event that Licensor has not expressly rejected Licensee’s Terms and Conditions.
Section 2 – Further development; Support
(1) Licensor may further develop the range of functions of the SaaS-Solutions, unless original functionality is substantially limited thereby.
(2) The SaaS-Solutions are free from errors, if they fulfill the functions contained in the product description of buynomics (see Section 1.1) as amended from time to time or separately agreed upon. Licensor does not warrant that the functions of the SaaS-Solution meet the requirements for a specific use case of Licensee, unless otherwise agreed contractually.
(3) Licensor provides a ticket system. All error messages have to be submitted via the ticket system by Licensee built within the tool (Button – give feedback). Licensee is to provide reasonable assistance to Licensor in analyzing errors, for example, through screenshot or system descriptions; Error messages are to be sent to Licensor as promptly as possible. If a SaaS-Solution is defective, Licensor shall – within a reasonable time – remedy reported errors insofar as a reported error is reproducible.
Section 3 – Rights of use; Open Source Components
(1) The SaaS-Solutions of Licensor are protected by copyright. Licensor shall grant Licensee no rights of use and exploitation exceeding the intended use. The scope of the intended use arises from these SaaS-Agreements and the specific subscription model. Any further use, exploitation, modification and duplication shall be prohibited. Licensor is not allowed to sub-license the right to use of a SaaS-Solution.
(2) For the operation and the use of the SaaS-Solution, the system and software requirements specified by Licensor must be complied with. Compliance with the system requirements lies solely in Licensee’s area of responsibility.
(3) Licensee shall not be entitled to edit the SaaS-Solution or to make any changes to it. The source code shall remain solely with Licensor. The rights of Licensee to decompile according to Sections 69d and 69e German Copyright Act shall remain unaffected.
(4) Licensee shall not be authorized to remove or change copyright notices, trademarks, ownership information as well as other features for the identification of Licensor of the SaaS-Solution.
(5) Licensee shall be entitled to permit Licensee’s employees to use the SaaS-Solution, if such employees are registered as users according to Section 5. Licensee ensures that such employees will comply with the terms of the SaaS-Agreement. The granting of additional rights of use is solely the responsibility of Licensor. Licensee shall be liable for infringements of the terms of the SaaS-Agreement by Licensee’s employees as for Licensee’s own infringements and shall notify Licensor of any violations without undue delay. Any exceeding transfer of rights of use to third parties shall not be permitted.
Section 4 – Availability
(1) The SaaS-Solutions of Licensor are available on 99% on the time in an annual average.
(2) Maintenance services announced at least seven (7) days in advance (at a maximum of 3 hours/week on an annual average) will not be considered in the calculation of Section 4(1).
(3) Licensor endeavors to perform maintenance services at times at which – on average – the SaaS-Solutions are not used frequently (i.e. in the weekend).
Section 5 – Registration; Account
(1) For each Licensee an administrator account is created in which the Licensee can activate employees and representatives for the use of the SaaS-Solution. For each employee and representative an own user account has to be created. Only employees and representative of the Licensee are allowed to be provided with a user account.
(2) For the creation of each account, a full name, address and e-mail-address have to be indicated. The Licensee ensures the accuracy of account information and keeps this information up-to-date.
(3) An account is personalized and may only be used by the registered employee and/or representatives.
(4) The Licensee is obliged to use secure passwords (at least 8 characters, including a special character) and not to keep any written notes about passwords. Passwords shall not consist of an easy to guess word/expression, for example, a person’s name or date of birth or a word/expression that are used to access other services, The Licensee commits its employees who have a user account to a correspondingly careful handling of passwords.
(5) Licensor may suspend a user account / administrator account if there are indications that it has been used unauthorized and / or attempted or unauthorized access to the SaaS-Solution from the user account / administrator account or the backend systems of Licensor (“hacking”). In such a case, Licensor will promptly notify the Licensee via the e-mail address linked to the user account / administrator account and allow him access via the creation of new accounts again, unless there are facts, which suggest that the Licensor or one of his employees attempted to gain unauthorized access to the Licensors systems.
(6) Access to the SaaS-Solution requires an Internet browser (Google Chrome is recommended) in its current version. The device that calls the SaaS-Solution must be connected to the Internet.
Section 6 – Liability
(1) Licensor shall have unlimited liability in case of intentional or grossly negligent breaches of obligation, damage to life, body or health, both within the statutory framework in accordance with mandatory laws, such as in accordance with the German Product Liability Act or the product safety acts. In addition, Licensor shall be liable within the scope of guarantees assumed.
In case of slightly negligent breaches of material contractual obligations, Licensor shall have unlimited liability regarding typically foreseeable damage. These are obligations whose fulfilment actually enables the performance of the contract and on the compliance with which the contractual partner may regularly rely upon.
Liability for slight negligence is otherwise excluded.
If liability in accordance with the aforementioned provisions is excluded, this shall also apply to the agents and vicarious agents of Licensor.
(2) Licensor shall not be liable for damage arising from settings in the SaaS-Solutions for which Licensor is not responsible.
(3) Occurrences of force majeure (including strikes, lockouts and similar occurrences, insofar as they cannot be foreseen, are severe, and are not the fault of Licensor), which make it significantly more difficult or impossible for Licensor to provide the services owed, shall entitle Licensor to postpone the performance of the obligations by the duration of the obstacle and an appropriate start-up period.
(4) Licensor shall be liable for additional cost incurred during the use of SaaS-Software (in particular, for the cost of data transfer via mobile communications including data roaming) only if Licensor is responsible for intent, gross negligence or the breach of material contractual duties.
Section 7 – Licensee’s duty of care and security
(1) Licensee is obliged to use an up-to-date virus scanner / inspection program to check files that Licensee uploads to buynomics in advance for viruses, worms, trojan horses, etc. that may impair the integrity of files and/computer hardware and software and only to upload files that are free of such components. Licensor shall, insofar as it discovers such files or components, notify Licensee thereof without undue delay. If such files or components pose a direct risk to the functioning or integrity of the services of Licensor or the facilities of third parties, Licensor may delete such data or components in order to avoid damage. This may be done even without informing Licensee in advance if the associated risk cannot be mitigated in any other way with appropriate financial and time effort.
(2) If there are signs of use contrary to these Terms and Conditions, Licensor shall be entitled, taking into account the severity of the breach with regard to the interests of Licensee, to block the access of Licensee and/or individual employees to SaaS-Solution until the signs are refuted. Licensee shall be notified thereof. If this means that Licensee can no longer use the SaaS-Solution, Licensee shall not be entitled to an extraordinary right of termination.
Section 8 – Payment models; Termination
(1) The license fees accrue per user account, and if not agreed otherwise, the following terms apply.
(2) If Licensee choses an annual subscription, the payment becomes due after the start of each 12-months-period. The annual subscription may be terminated by notice 3 months prior to the end of a 12-months-period. The termination notice must be submitted in text-form (i.e. E-mail). If the annual subscription is not terminated, it is automatically prolonged for a further 12-months-period
(3) The subscription fee does not include manual services. Licensor may charge extra services, which include manual work, separately. Details will be defined in a separate agreement.
(4) The prices and terms for the paid services shall apply in accordance with the Licensor’s price list agreed at the time of the agreement or at the time or valid at the time of later extensions or separately agreed terms and conditions. If there is a price increase of more than 4% of the previous fee in accordance with the price list at the time of an extension, Licensee shall be entitled to terminate this agreement. Paid services shall be extended automatically if determined in the price list or in separately agreed terms and conditions for the service and if they are not terminated within the notice period stated in the price list or other separately agreed terms and conditions. Termination for good cause shall remain unaffected.
(5) If due license payment is not received, Licensor may charge interest on arrears at the level defined by statutory German law. Licensor shall, furthermore, be entitled, without prejudice to other rights, to block Licensee’s use of the use of the SaaS-Solution after issuing a reminder giving a reasonable deadline for the payment.
(6) Licensor shall be entitled to terminate this license agreement for good cause, in particular in case of serious breaches of these Terms and Conditions or in the event of infringement of Licensor’s copyrights in the SaaS-Solution. Any and all of Licensee’s rights of use shall expire upon receipt of the notice of termination. In less severe cases, Licensor shall allow Licensee a grace period to correct the situation. If the issue occurs repeatedly, Licensor shall be entitled to terminate the agreement without notice.
Section 9 – Amendments of these Terms and Conditions
The Terms and Conditions and the SaaS-Agreements based upon them may be amended or supplemented at Licensor’s discretion to an extent that is reasonable for Licensee. In such event, Licensee shall be notified in writing (e.g., to the email address provided by Licensee or via the information service for the product) not less than six weeks prior to the change coming into effect. The amended or supplemented Terms and Conditions shall apply unless Licensee objects prior to the date when they come into effect. Licensor is obliged to inform Licensee about the consequences of an omitted objection. If the changes of the Terms and Conditions and the SaaS-Agreements does not significantly affect Licensee (for example because the changes does only consist in the addition of a further product or a change of a technical term), Licensee does not have the right to object. If Licensee does object, Licensor may terminate this agreement with a notice period of one month after notification of the objection.
Section 10 – Data processing
Licensor processes personal data of Licensee and Licensee’s employees in accordance with Art 28 General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”) based on the terms and conditions of commissioned data processing of bionomics (Annex 1),
- if Licensee is based in the EU and/or
- if Licensee conducts business in the EU and/or
- if Licensee load up personal data from individuals which life and/or work in the EU
- If the GDPR is applicable due to any other reason based on Art 2 and 3 GDPR.
Section 11 – Final provisions
(1) Should individual provisions of these Terms and Conditions be or become ineffective, they shall be replaced by provisions most closely resembling the economic intent of the ineffective provision. Should a provision of these Terms and Conditions be or become ineffective, the effectiveness of the remaining provisions of these Terms and Conditions or agreements shall remain unaffected.
(2) This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Germany. Exclusive legal venue shall be Cologne, Germany, where Licensee is a legal entity under public law.
Terms and conditions of commissioned data processing of Buynomics
§1 Subject matter and duration of the Data Processing Agreement
(1) The Subject matter of this Data Processing Agreement conducted by buynomics (“Supplier”) towards any customer of buynomics (“Client”) within the frame a SaaS-Agreement and/or any further services agreement (hereinafter collectively referred to as “Service Agreement”). Client is and keeps to be the controller of the processed personal data.
(2) Nature and purpose of the intended processing of data are precisely defined in the Service Agreement.
(3) The duration of this Data Processing Agreement corresponds to the duration of the Service Agreement.
4) The subject matter of the processing of personal data comprises the following data types/categories:
Names and position of Controller’s employees for internal communication purposes
E-Mail Addresses and Account data of Controller’s employees for internal use to set up the accounts in the tool and for communication between buynomics and the Controller
Transaction data/ payment data – which also might include personal data for the billing purposes if no company-email can be provided for invoices
(5) The categories of data subjects comprise of:
§2 International data transfer
(1) The undertaking of the contractually agreed processing of data shall be carried out exclusively within a member state of the European Union (EU) or within a member state of the European Economic Area (EEA), except Client has its seat outside the EU and EEA.
(2) Suppliers does subcontract Amazon Web Services EMEA SARL, 38 avenue John F. Kennedy, L-1855, Luxembourg (“AWS”) and has selected the exclusive usage of data centres in Germany.
(3) Each and every transfer of data to a state which is not a member state of either the EU or the EEA requires the prior agreement of the Client and shall only occur if the specific conditions of Article 44 et seq. GDPR have been fulfilled.
§3 Technical and organisational measures
(1) The Supplier shall establish the security in accordance with Article 28 Paragraph 3 Point c, and Article 32 GDPR in particular in conjunction with Article 5 Paragraph 1, and Paragraph 2 GDPR. The measures to be taken are measures of data security and measures that guarantee a protection level appropriate to the risk concerning confidentiality, integrity, availability and resilience of the systems. The state of the art, implementation costs, the nature, scope and purposes of processing as well as the probability of occurrence and the severity of the risk to the rights and freedoms of natural persons within the meaning of Article 32 Paragraph 1 GDPR must be taken into account.
(2) Supplier refers to the “AWS Security Standards”, as laid down in the AWS GDPR Data Processing Addendum(.pdf).
(3) Suppliers organizes its own internal It-Security according to the standards of ISO 27001.
(4) The technical and organisational measures are subject to technical progress and further development. In this respect, it is permissible for the Supplier to implement alternative adequate measures. In doing so, the security level of the defined measures must not be reduced. Substantial changes must be documented.
§4 Authority of the Client to issue instructions
(1) The Client shall immediately confirm oral instructions (at the minimum in text form).
(2) The Supplier shall inform the Client immediately if he considers that an instruction violates data protection regulations. The Supplier shall then be entitled to suspend the execution of the relevant instructions until the Client confirms or changes them.
(3) The Supplier may not on its own authority rectify, erase or restrict the processing of data that is being processed on behalf of the Client, but only on documented instructions from the Client.
(4) Insofar as a data subject contacts the Supplier directly concerning a rectification, erasure, or restriction of processing, the Supplier will immediately forward the data subject’s request to the Client.
(5) Insofar as it is included in the scope of services, the erasure policy, ‘right to be forgotten’, rectification, data portability and access shall be ensured by the Supplier in accordance with documented instructions from the Client without undue delay. Even if the aforementioned services are not included in the scope, Supplier supports Client in complying with Article 17 GDPR (’deletion of data’).
§5 General duties of the Supplier
(1) In addition to complying with the rules set out in this Data Processing Agreement, the Supplier shall comply with the statutory requirements referred to in Articles 28 to 33 GDPR; accordingly, the Supplier ensures, in particular, compliance with the following requirements:
- Confidentiality in accordance with Article 28 Paragraph 3 Sentence 2 Point b, Articles 29 and 32 Paragraph 4 GDPR. The Supplier entrusts only such employees with the data processing outlined in this contract that have been bound to confidentiality and have previously been familiarised with the data protection provisions relevant to their work.
- Insofar as the one party is subject to an inspection by the supervisory authority, an administrative offence or criminal procedure, a liability claim by a data subject (for example claims based on Article 15 to Article 21 or 82 GDPR) or by a third party or any other claim in connection with the Data Processing Agreement, the parties shall make every effort to support the other party.
- Supplier and Client support each other in drafting the necessary records of processing activities according to Article 30 Paragraph 1 and 2 GDPR.
- Supplier shall mark the data which is stored and processed according to this Data Processing Agreement with the aim to make all data identifiably as Client’s data and make the data clearly assignable to the Client.
(2) The Supplier shall assist the Client in complying with the obligations concerning the security of personal data, reporting requirements for data breaches, data protection impact assessments and prior consultations, referred to in Articles 32 to 36 of the GDPR. These include:
- Ensuring an appropriate level of protection through technical and organizational measures that take into account the circumstances and purposes of the processing as well as the projected probability and severity of a possible infringement of the law as a result of security vulnerabilities and that enable an immediate detection of relevant infringement events.
- The obligation to report a personal data breach immediately to the Client
- The duty to assist the Client upon request with regard to the Client’s obligation to provide information to the data subject concerned and to immediately provide the Client with all relevant information in this regard.
- Supporting the Client upon request with its data protection impact assessment
- Supporting the Client upon request with regard to prior consultation of the supervisory authorites
(1) Subcontracting for the purpose of this Agreement is to be understood as meaning services which relate directly to the provision of the principal service. This does not include ancillary services, such as telecommunication services, postal / transport services, maintenance and user support services or the disposal of data carriers, as well as other measures to ensure the confidentiality, availability, integrity and resilience of the hardware and software of data processing equipment. The Supplier shall, however, be obliged to make appropriate and legally binding contractual arrangements and take appropriate inspection measures to ensure the data protection and the data security of the Client's data, even in the case of outsourced ancillary services.
(2) Outsourcing to subcontractors or changing the existing subcontractor are permissible when:
- The Supplier submits such an outsourcing to a subcontractor to the Client in writing or in text form with appropriate advance notice; and
- The Client has not objected to the planned outsourcing in writing or in text form by the date of handing over the data to the Supplier; and
- The subcontracting is based on a contractual agreement in accordance with Article 28 paragraphs 2–4 GDPR.
(3) Currently the following subcontractor provides services on which the SaaS-Solutions of Supplier are based:
Amazon Web Services EMEA SARL
38 avenue John F. Kennedy, L-1855, Luxembourg (“AWS”)
Hosting, Cloud Services
§7 Supervisory powers of the Client
(1) The Client has the right, after consultation with the Supplier, to carry out inspections or to have them carried out by an auditor to be designated in each individual case. With respect to audits conducted in the data centres of AWS, reference is been made to Sec. 10 and 11 of the Data Processing Addendum of AWS, which shall also apply between Client and Supplier.
(2) The Supplier shall ensure that the Client is able to verify compliance with the obligations of the Supplier in accordance with Article 28 GDPR. The Supplier undertakes to give the Client the necessary information on request and, in particular, to demonstrate the execution of the technical and organizational measures.
(3) Evidence of such measures, which concern not only this specific Data Processing Agreement, may be provided by
- Compliance with approved codes of conduct pursuant to Article 40 GDPR;
- Certification according to an approved certification procedure in accordance with Article 42 GDPR;
- Current auditor’s certificates, reports or excerpts from reports provided by independent bodies (e.g. auditor, data protection officer, IT security department, data privacy auditor, quality auditor);
- A suitable certification by IT security or data protection auditing (e.g. according to ISO/IEC 27001)
§8 Deletion and return of personal data
(1) Copies or duplicates of the data shall never be created without the knowledge of the Client, with the exception of back-up copies as far as they are necessary to ensure orderly data processing, as well as data required to meet regulatory requirements to retain data.
(2) After conclusion of the contracted work, or earlier upon request by the Client, at the latest upon termination of the Service Agreement/this Data Processing Agreement, the Supplier shall hand over to the Client or – subject to prior consent – destroy all documents, processing and utilization results, and data sets related to the contract that have come into its possession, in a data-protection compliant manner. The same applies to any and all connected test, waste, redundant and discarded material. The log of the destruction or deletion shall be provided on request.
(3) Documentation which is used to demonstrate orderly data processing in accordance with this Data Processing Agreement shall be stored beyond the contract duration by the Supplier in accordance with the respective retention periods. It may hand such documentation over to the Client at the end of the contract duration to relieve the Supplier of this contractual obligation.
§9 Limitation of liability
(1) The liability of Supplier under this Data Processing Agreement is limited in the same way as in the Service Agreement.
§10 Miscellaneous Choice of Law
(1) No modification of this annex and/or any of its components – including, but not limited to, Supplier’s representations and warranties, if any – shall be valid and binding unless made in writing and then only if such modification expressly states that such modification applies to the regulations of this annex. The foregoing shall also apply to any waiver or modification of this mandatory written form.
(2) In case of any conflict, the regulations of this annex shall take precedence over the regulations of the Service Agreement.
(3) Where individual regulations of this annex are invalid or unenforceable, the validity and enforceability of the other regulations of this annex shall not be affected.
(4) This annex is subject to the laws of the Federal Republic of Germany and the place of jurisdiction is Cologne. | law |
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Delhi Judicial Service Recruitment Notification 2022 Out! A total of 123 vacancies (55 Existing and 68 Anticipated) have been informed to fill the positions by conducting Delhi Judicial Service Examination 2022. This article covers all the major aspects pertaining to the Delhi Judicial Services Recruitment and Exam. There are certain criteria for which the candidates are subject to be disqualified for the Delhi Judicial Services Recruitment Exam which is also mentioned below in this article. Candidates are advised to go through the official notification before applying for the Delhi Judicial Service Examination.
- The date and time of commencement are 28.02.2022 (10:00 AM) and the last date and time for filling the Online Application Form are 20.03.2022 (10:00 PM).
- The selection process contained three stages namely, Delhi Judicial Service Preliminary Examination, Delhi Judicial Service Mains Examination and Viva-voce.
- The scale of the pay of members of the Delhi Judicial Service is Rs. 56100-Rs. 177500 in the 10th level of matrix of 7th CPC Revised Corresponding Pay Matrix and Pay Level.
|Delhi Judicial Services Examination (DJSE) 2022|
|Organization Name||Delhi High Court|
|Post Name||Judicial Service|
|Apply Online Start Date||28th February 2022|
|Deadline of Online Application||20th March 2022|
|Preliminary Exam Date||27th March 2022|
|Selection Process||Prelims, Main and Viva Voice|
|Official Site||High Court of Delhi|
How to Apply for Delhi Judicial Services Recruitment?
The desiring candidates can apply for the Delhi Judicial Services Recruitment from the official website of Delhi Judicial Services following the steps mentioned below. The online application window will be opened from 28th February 2022 and the same will be closed by 20th March 2022.
Step 1: Open the official website of Delhi Judicial Services Examination.
Step 2: Find the link stating Apply for the Delhi Judicial Services Examination.
Step 3: Once you click on it, the application form will be displayed on the screen.
Step 4: Fill in the details asked in their respective spaces.
Step 5: Upload the documents asked like the photo and signature.
Step 6: After uploading the documents, proceed further to the payment page.
Step 7: Make the payment as per your category.
Step 8: Print a copy of the Delhi Judicial Recruitment Application Form for further use.
Delhi Judicial Service Examination Application Fee
The desiring candidates will have to pay a certain amount of money for filling the application form which will be different for different categories. The application fee for different categories are mentioned below.
|General category||Rs. 1000/-|
- The application fee can be paid online through Debit Card or Internet banking.
- The Delhi Judicial Service Examination Application form need not be sent in hard copy to the Delhi High Court.
Size and format of the documents to be uploaded
|Photograph||jpg or .jpeg format||50-100 kb|
|Signature||jpg or .jpeg format||20-50kb|
Delhi Judicial Service Recruitment Vacancy
The Delhi Judicial Service Recruitment Vacancy has been announced along with the official notification which is mentioned below in the article.
|Category||Break up of vacancies||Total no. of vacancies|
- Among the above said 123 vacancies, 10 vacancies are reserved for PwD candidates.
- The category-wise bifurcation of anticipated vacancies may undergo a change as the same would depend upon the category of the officers of Delhi Judicial Service to be promoted and would be finalized only after the officers are actually.
|Other Judicial Service-Related Exams Links:|
|Kerala Judicial Service||West Bengal Judicial Service|
|BPSC Judicial Services||PPSC Judicial Service|
Delhi Judicial Service Examination Eligibility Criteria
The candidates will have to fulfill the minimum criteria set for the candidates in order to be eligible for the post of Delhi Judicial Service Examination 2022. The Delhi Judicial Service Examination Eligibility Criteria 2022 are listed below in the article.
The candidate applying for the Delhi Judicial Service Examination 2022 will be eligible if he or she is:
- A citizen of India.
- A person practising as an Advocate in India or a person qualified to be admitted as an Advocate under the Advocates Act, 1961.
- A person who has not attained the age of 32 years as on 1st January 2022 i.e. the 1st day of January of the year in which the applications for appointment are invited.
Note: If on verification at any time before or after the Preliminary Examination (objective), Main Examination (written), and the viva voce, it is found that the candidate does not fulfill any of the eligibility conditions, then the candidate may be debarred from the examination without any notice or further reference.
- A person having more than one wife living will not be eligible for an appointment to the service.
- A woman who is married to any person who has a wife living will not be eligible for an appointment to the service.
Delhi Judicial Services Examination Selection Process
Candidates applying for the Delhi Judicial Services Examination 2022 will have to go through three stages. And the candidates will be selected for the Delhi Judicial Services Recruitment only if they satisfy all the criteria set and if they successfully qualify all the three stages of the Delhi Judicial Services Examination Selection Process.
- Prelims Examination
- Main Examination
- Viva Voice
After the candidates are announced as qualified in the Main examination will have to send two sets of attested copies of the documents mentioned below.
- Proof of age (Certificate of Matriculation or other equivalent examination).
- Mark sheets & Pass Certificates in respect of Xth and XIIth Class.
- LL.B. degree or another equivalent law degree.
- Semester Wise Mark Sheets, Consolidated Marksheet, Certificates, and degrees of all courses passed or attended.
- Advocate’s license and certificate of enrolment with Bar.
- Pass Certificate in respect of All India Bar Examination, if qualified.
- Acknowledgment of filing of Income Tax Returns / Statement of Account and Assessment Orders for the years as indicated in the Application Form.
- A certificate in Original issued by the Bar about the period of practice duly countersigned by the Registrar General or a specially authorized officer of High Court of State or the District Judge in case of the district where practicing.
- In case of a candidate who claims to belong to one of the Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe categories, a Certificate issued by a Sub-Divisional Officer/Additional District Magistrate/Revenue Assistant or any other Officer, who has been designated by the State Government concerned as competent to issue such a certificate.
- If the candidate is in service at the time of submission of the application form, Original Certificate from the employer as to whether in the performance of his/her duties, he/she acts or pleads regularly in court(s) as an advocate on behalf of his/her employer or otherwise.
- In case of a candidate claiming reservation/relaxation on account of being Persons with Disability, Disability Certificate issued by a Government Hospital/Medical Board in accordance with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 in support of his/her claim
Note: A candidate, who claims to belong to SC/ST/PwD categories, if declared successful in the Main Examination (Written), must submit the original Caste/Disability Certificate (as the case may be) to the Joint Registrar (Exams-DHJS & DJS), Delhi High Court within ten days of the declaration of the result.
Delhi Judicial Service Recruitment Preliminary Exam
The Delhi Judicial Service Preliminary Examination will be an Objective type paper and will be held on Sunday, the 27th March 2022 (11 AM to 1.30 PM). The expected exam pattern based on last recruitment cycle is given below.
- The Preliminary exam for the Delhi Judicial Service Recruitment 2022 will be a screening test that would be qualifying in nature.
- The paper will be an objective type of paper including 150 questions.
- The total marks dedicated to the Preliminary Exam will be 150 marks.
- For every incorrect answer, there will be a negative marking of 25% of negative marking.
|Sl. No||Subjects||Number of questions||Total marks|
|4||Constitution of India|
- There will be a negative marking of 25% of the marks assigned for every incorrect answer.
- The syllabus for the Prelims exam is mentioned in the below article.
Delhi Judicial Service Recruitment Syllabus
The Preliminary Examination shall include questions on
- General Knowledge
- Current Affairs
- English Language
- Constitution of India
- Evidence Act, Limitation Act
- Code of Civil Procedure
- Criminal Procedure Code
- Indian Penal Code
- Contract Act
- Partnership Laws
- Arbitration Law
- Specific Relief Act
- Transfer of Property Act
- Sale of Goods Act
- Negotiable Instruments Act
- Indian Succession Act
- Hindu Succession Act
- The Prevention of Corruption Act
- The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO Act)
- The Recovery of Debts and Bankruptcy Act (DRT Act)
- The Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest Act (SARFAESI Act)
- Motor Vehicles Act
- Industrial Disputes Act
- Payment of Wages Act
- Workmen‟s Compensation Act
- Minimum Wages Act
- Factories Act
- Payment of Gratuity Act
- The Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act
- Commercial Courts Act
- Provident Funds Act
- Information Technology Act (IT Act) and
- TradeMarks & Copyright Laws.
Delhi Judicial Service Main Exam
The mains examination syllabus is indicative in nature. Once the official syllabus is made available by the authorities the same will be updated.
|Paper-I||General Knowledge & Language – This is to test the candidate‟s knowledge of current affairs etc. and power of expression in English. Credit will be given both for substance and expression. Conversely deduction will be made for bad expression, faults of grammar and misuse of words, etc.||150||2 hours|
|Paper-II||Law – I – Constitution of India, Code of Civil Procedure, Indian Evidence Act, Limitation Act, Registration Act, Commercial Courts Act, Court Fees Act, and Intellectual Property Laws.||200||3 hours|
|Paper-III||Law – II – Transfer of Property Act, Indian Contract Act, Sale of Goods Act, Indian Partnership Act, Specific Relief Act, Arbitration Law, Personal Law, The Recovery of Debts and Bankruptcy Act (DRT Act), The Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest Act (SARFAESI Act), Motor Vehicles Act, Labour Laws, and Banking Laws.||200||3 hours|
|Paper-IV||Law – III – Indian Penal Code, Criminal Procedure Code, Indian Evidence Act, The Prevention of Corruption Act, The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, The Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, Information Technology Act, Negotiable Instruments Act and The Prevention of money laundering Act.||200||3 hours|
Delhi Judicial Service Examination Minimum Qualifying Marks
The candidates will have to secure more than the minimum qualifying marks in order to qualify the Delhi Judicial Services Examination 2022.
Minimum qualifying marks for Preliminary Examination:
|Category||Minimum Qualifying Marks(in %)|
|Reserved Categories, i.e., SC, ST, and Persons with Disability (deaf and hard of hearing)||45%|
Minimum qualifying marks for the Main (Written) Examination:
|Category||Minimum Qualifying Marks in each Paper (in %)||Minimum Qualifying Marks in the aggregate (in %)|
|Reserved Categories, i.e., SC, ST, and Persons with Disability (deaf and hard of hearing)||40%||45%|
Delhi Judicial Services Examination Viva Voice
The Delhi Judicial Services interview guidelines will be notified soon. The following information is as per the last recruitment cycle. Once the official communication is provided in this regard, the same will be updated here.
- Viva-Voce will carry 250 marks.
- A candidate of the general category must secure minimum 50% marks and a candidate of the reserved category i.e. Sc/ST/PwD (deaf and hard of hearing) must secure minimum 45% marks in viva-voce to be eligible for being recommended for appointment to the service. | law |
https://www.thesturmlawfirm.com/ | 2021-08-05T01:33:52 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-31/segments/1627046155268.80/warc/CC-MAIN-20210805000836-20210805030836-00657.warc.gz | 0.944106 | 464 | CC-MAIN-2021-31 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-31__0__91461085 | en | Specializing in Criminal Defense, DUI Defense, Traffic Violations, and Personal Injury in the Atlanta Metro-Area
BLAKE B. STURM, ESQ.
Blake B. Sturm founded The Sturm Law Firm in Atlanta, Georgia, where he specializes in criminal defense at both the trial and appellate level. Mr. Sturm works passionately and tirelessly to defend those accused of criminal misconduct, and realizes that each case is unique and requires an individualized and thorough approach.
Mr. Sturm has performed as lead counsel on hundreds of complex criminal defense cases, including, but not limited to: violent crimes, possession crimes, theft crimes, and DUI cases. He is a zealous and honest advocate for his clients, each of which he takes time to get to know personally. Mr. Sturm is often able to obtain reduced charges through effective negotiation strategies and exhaustive trial preparation. He has an exceptional command of the law, which has resulted in the securing of numerous pre-trial dismissals through the argument of creative, targeted, and ultimately successful motions. Mr. Sturm has been deemed “a natural in the courtroom,” and stands ready to take cases to trial, where appropriate. This year alone, Mr. Sturm has taken several criminal cases to jury trial and attained verdicts of not guilty on all counts.
Prior to starting his own firm, Mr. Sturm worked for Georgia’s most successful criminal appellate attorney, as well as a top Georgia trial attorney. During this time, Mr. Sturm critically assisted in all aspects of trial, including independent discovery and case file analysis, the preparation and argument of various motions, the development of case strategies, jury selection, witness-examination preparation, and oral argument. Mr. Sturm was intimately involved in roughly one hundred state and federal cases spanning multiple areas of criminal law, including malice and felony murder, armed robbery, sex crimes, extortion, drug trafficking, and white-collar crimes. Additionally, Mr. Sturm researched and drafted numerous appellate briefs on a range of Constitutional issues for multiple State of Georgia courts, including the Supreme Court of Georgia. He is an expert at researching complex legal issues and crafting compelling arguments.
Mr. Sturm is a graduate of Vanderbilt University and Emory University School of Law. | law |
https://www.vrk.lt/statiniai/puslapiai/rinkimai/2004/seimas/tp_aprasymas_e.htm | 2021-04-14T02:07:14 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-17/segments/1618038076454.41/warc/CC-MAIN-20210414004149-20210414034149-00055.warc.gz | 0.9633 | 1,076 | CC-MAIN-2021-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-17__0__40118476 | en | The Constitution of Republic of Lithuania about Parliamentary elections
Article 55 The Seimas shall consist of representatives of the People. 141 Seimas members who shall be elected for a four-year term on the basis of universal, equal, and direct suffrage by secret ballot.
The Seimas shall be deemed elected when at least three-fifths of the Seimas members have been elected. The electoral procedure shall be established by law.
Article 56 Any citizen of the Republic of Lithuania who is not bound by an oath or pledge to a foreign state, and who, on the election day, is 25 years of age or over and has permanently been residing in Lithuania, may be elected a Seimas member.
Persons who have not served their court imposed sentence, as well as persons declared legally incapable by court, may not be elected members of the Seimas.
Article 57 Regular elections to the Seimas shall be held no earlier than 2 months, and no later than 1 month, prior to the expiration of the powers of the Seimas members.
Article 59 The term of office of Seimas members shall commence from the day that the newly-elected Seimas convenes for the first sitting. The powers of the previously elected Seimas members shall expire as from the opening of the sitting.
Newly-elected Seimas members shall acquire all the rights of a People's representative only after swearing in the Seimas to be loyal to the Republic of Lithuania.
Seimas members who either do not take an oath in the manner prescribed by law, or who take a conditional oath, shall lose the mandate of a Seimas member. The Seimas shall adopt a corresponding resolution thereon.
In office, Seimas members shall act in accordance with the Constitution of the Republic of Lithuania, the interests of the State, as well as their own consciences, and may not be restricted by any mandates.
The Law on Elections to the Seimas
- Citizens of the Republic of Lithuania who, on the day of the election, are 18 years of age shall have the right to vote. Citizens who have been declared legally incompetent by the court shall not participate in elections.
- Any citizen of the Republic of Lithuania who is not under allegiance to a foreign state and is at least 25 years of age on the day of elections, and who permanently resides in Lithuania may stand for election as a member of the Seimas. A citizen of the Republic of Lithuania shall be considered to be a permanent resident of the Republic of Lithuania, whose data about a place of residence are entered into the Population Register of the Republic of Lithuania, or a citizen who, under the Civil Code, is recognised as having a permanent place of residence in the Republic of Lithuania. Persons who, with 65 days remaining before elections, have not yet served their sentence imposed by the court, as well as persons who have been declared legally incompetent and incapable by the court may not stand for election as members of the Seimas.
- Persons who on the day of elections are in the active or alternative military service, also officers, non-commissioned officers and re-enlistees of the national defence system, police and the internal affairs service who, with 65 days remaining before elections, have not retired from the service, and officers of other military-type and security services who are on the payroll may not stand for election as members of the Seimas.
- Other direct or indirect abridgements of suffrage of the citizens of the Republic of Lithuania on the grounds of their origin, political convictions, social or property status, nationality, sex, education, language, religion, or the type or character of their occupation shall be prohibited.
Article 3 Every citizen of the Republic of Lithuania who has the right to vote shall have one vote in a single-member constituency and one vote in the multi-member constituency , and these votes shall have the same value as the votes of any other citizen who has the right to vote. Every voter shall have an equal right to express his opinion about the candidates who are on the list of candidates for which he votes in the multi-member constituency, and this opinion shall have the same value as the opinion of any other voter who has voted for this list.
Article 4 There shall be no voting by proxy in the elections of the Seimas members.
- Voters shall vote in person and by secret ballot. It shall be prohibited for a person to vote instead of another person or to vote by proxy. A voter who because of his physical disability cannot cast a ballot himself, may vote with the assistance of another person whom he trusts as laid down in Paragraph 6 of Article 66 of this Law. If the secret of another person’s voting has come to the knowledge of anyone, it shall be prohibited to disclose it.
- It shall be prohibited to control the will of the voters during the elections. It shall be prohibited during the voting to influence the will of an elector to vote for or against any candidate or a list of candidates. A voter must have adequate conditions to mark his ballot in privacy and without interference. It shall be prohibited to handle the ballot in such a way that the secret of voting might be disclosed. | law |
http://www.insurersforall.com/personal-loan/tds-on-life-insurance-policies/ | 2018-02-24T14:10:48 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-09/segments/1518891815812.83/warc/CC-MAIN-20180224132508-20180224152508-00332.warc.gz | 0.965848 | 825 | CC-MAIN-2018-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-09__0__41931291 | en | Life insurance policy holders may receive a communication from their insurance service providers about the tax deduction rule in effect from 1st October 2014. The new rule first announced by the finance minister Mr. Arun Jaitley during the annual budget calls for a tax deduction at source from maturity proceeds of all life insurance policies in case the total premium paid is more than 10 per cent of the sum assured is applicable from October 1 2014.
The government introduced the changes in TDS for insurance policies as per the New Finance Bill of 2014 by introducing a new section 194 DA in the income tax Act of 1961. As per the new section, tax shall be deducted at source (TDS) on payouts for all insurance policies exceeding Rs. 1 Lakhs in a financial year which are not exempted for income tax under section 10(10D). While many people have left with a bitter taste as they took life insurance policy considering the fact that it would not warrant for any tax deductions, financial analysts and tax experts believe this is a step in the right direction as income tax payers were evading tax liable on their insurance policies. Let us take a look at the introduction of TDS deduction on insurance policies and its impact on the common man.
Current insurance tax laws: As per the current life insurance and taxation laws, all life insurance policies are affected directly by two distinct sections of the income tax act namely Section 80C and Section 10(10)D. Under Section 80C, an insurance policy holder can seek tax deduction on the premium paid in the last financial year up to a maximum limit of Rs. 1.5 Lakhs. The maturity proceeds paid out to the insurance policy holder including ULIPS, traditional policies or term pans are exempted from taxable income in case the premium paid in any year is more than 10% of the total sum assured for policies bought after April 1, 2012 and 20% of the sum insured for policies bought between April 1 2003 and 31st March 2012.
Introduction of Section 194 DA: In case if the above conditions not being met or the policy holder had a policy not included under the ambit of the above mentioned sections, the onus to disclose the type of policy and pay its designated tax was with the policyholder. Since a large number of people were evading payment of tax unknowingly and knowingly, the government decided to introduce a new rule that would deduct tax at source for all insurance policies.
As per the new section 194DS introduced in the new finance bill of 2014, tax would deducted at source (TDS) on payouts to Resident Indian insurance policy holders in case their cumulative payout across all policies which are not exempt under section 10(10D) equals or exceeds Rs. 1 Lakhs in one financial year.
Insurance policies likely to come under the ambit of new TDS Deduction Law: All insurance policies including ULIPs, term insurance plans and traditional insurance policies except annuity, pension plans, insurance policy for a disabled dependent and employer sponsored group life insurance are likely to come under the ambit of the new TDS rule as per the new finance bill of 2014. Most single premium policies are likely to come under the TDS deduction rule unless they offer single premium to the tune of 10 times the premium as total sum assured. In other words all life insurance policies that are not eligible for tax exemption under Section 10 (10D), will see 2 per cent tax deducted at source on the sum paid to the policyholder.
Quantum of TDS deduction: As per the new finance bill of 2014, section 194DA of the income tax Act of 1961 would deduct a total of 2 percent tax at source on the total sum to be paid to the policyholder with a valid and registered PAN number. In case the policyholder does not have a valid PAN which is registered, a total of 20% tax would be deducted at source. All those insurance policy holders who do not have their PAN numbers registered with their insurance service providers need to get their PAN numbers registered to avoid deduction of 20% tax deduction as TDS. | law |
https://jimtof.org/en/agreementAM.html | 2023-12-09T11:04:42 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100909.82/warc/CC-MAIN-20231209103523-20231209133523-00029.warc.gz | 0.912396 | 4,850 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__247900314 | en | In conjunction with participation in Additive Manufacturing Area in JIMTOF 2024 to be held from Tuesday, November 5 to Sunday, November 10, 2024 (hereinafter referred to as the Area), the applicant wishing to participate in the Area (hereinafter referred to as the "Applicant") and Tokyo Big Sight Inc. (hereinafter referred to as "TBSI") hereby agree to observe these "Provisions of the Exhibition Agreement", "Exhibition Guidelines", as well as the "Exhibitors’ Manual" and such other rules and regulations that TBSI establishes and provides to the Applicant (hereinafter collectively referred to as the "Provisions of the Exhibition Agreement").
◆ Article 1. - Application for Exhibition and Agreement
◆ Article 2 – Size of Exhibition Area and Location of Exhibition Booth
◆ Article 3. - Conclusion of Agreement
◆ Article 4. – Payment of Booth Rental Fee
- Based upon the size of the exhibition area stipulated in Article 2 hereof, TBSI shall invoice the booth rental fee set forth in “Exhibition Guidelines” to be established by TBSI. The Applicant shall be obliged to pay the booth rental fee invoiced by TBSI by way of remitting payment to the bank account indicated on the invoices by the due dates designated in the respective invoices.
- If the Applicant is a member of an organization and the organization itself invoices and collects the booth rental fee on behalf of the Applicant, the payment to the relevant organization by the Applicant shall be deemed the payment of the booth rental fee to TBSI by the Applicant (the same shall apply with respect to the payment and receipt of the booth rental fee stipulated in these Provisions of the Exhibition Agreement).
◆ Article 5. – Bank Transfer Fee, Etc.
◆ Article 6 - Period of Use of Exhibition Space
◆ Article 7 - Prohibition of Assignment of Exhibition Space
◆ Article 8 - Cancellation or Modification of Exhibition Agreement
The Applicant may not cancel or modify the Exhibition Agreement, in
principle, whether in whole or in part, except to the extent that the
Applicant notifies TBSI of such intention in writing or otherwise and
obtains its consent thereon, in which event, however, the Applicant shall
be required to pay a penalty to TBSI in the amount set forth in the table
below, according to the date on which TBSI receives notification in
writing or otherwise from the Applicant.
Deadline Cancellation fee On or after the date on which the lump sum payment for the booth rental fee is due 100% of the booth rental fee (total amount inclusive of tax)
If any amount of the booth rental fee is already paid, all or part of the amount already paid shall be applied to the cancellation fee. Further, the amount of the cancelation fee to be paid when a part of the Exhibition Agreement is cancelled shall be calculated based upon the amount of the cancellation fee corresponding to the size of the exhibition area to be cancelled.
- If the Applicant loses its status as a member of an organization, this shall constitute a modification of the agreement, and the status of the Applicant thereunder shall be changed to that of a "non-member." In this case, TBSI shall additionally charge the Applicant for the amount to cover the difference in the booth rental fee, and the Applicant shall pay such amount to TBSI.
If TBSI considers that any of the items set forth below has occurred with
the Applicant, TBSI may cancel the Exhibition Agreement without any
prior notice, in which case, TBSI shall not be required to return to the
Applicant any amount of the booth rental fee already received, and TBSI
shall not be held liable for any damage, etc. to the Applicant as a result
thereof, and be entitled to demand compensation from the Applicant for
damage, etc. If the Exhibition Agreement is cancelled during the period
of the Fair, the Applicant must forthwith discontinue all actions relevant
to participation in the Area and restore the Exhibition Space to its original
condition at its own expense as stipulated in Article 16 of this Agreement
pursuant to instruction from TBSI:
i) If there is a risk that the Applicant may violate the purpose of the Area;
ii) If there is a risk that the Applicant may disturb public order or offend good morals;
iii) If there is a risk that the Applicant may inconvenience other exhibitors;
iv) If there is a risk that the Applicant may cause damage to the building of the venue, or to the facilities or instruments installed thereat;
v) If the Applicant is found to be an organized crime group, a member of an organized crime group, a person or organization affiliated with an organized crime group, a corporate extortionist or a group engaging in criminal activities under the pretext of conducting social campaigns or political activities, etc. (hereinafter collectively referred to as the "Antisocial Forces");
vi) If any false statement is made in the application form to participate in the Area;
vii) If any change is made to the contents of the exhibit but approval of TBSI is not obtained thereon;
viii) If the Applicant breaches any of the Provisions of the Exhibition Agreement or fails to comply with TBSI's instructions;
ix) If any of the foregoing items occur to the co-exhibitor or represented company of the Applicant;
x) If the Applicant commits any act that is not appropriate at the Area; or
xi) If the Applicant is otherwise considered to hinder the management and operation of the Area.
◆ Article 9 - Change of Schedule and Cancellation of Fair
- TBSI may change the dates, opening hours and size of the venue or cancel the Area itself in the event of a natural disaster, a large-scale epidemic of an infectious disease, due to regulations or at the request of the government, an administrative agency or a public institution or an organization similar to the foregoing, if the land or building where the Area is to be held becomes unsuitable, or due to other force majeure events beyond the control or responsibility of TBSI.
- TBSI shall not be held liable for any damage that the Applicant may suffer as a result of the circumstances provided for in the preceding paragraph.
- When the dates, opening hours or size of the venue are to be changed pursuant to the provision of Paragraph (1) above, TBSI shall be entitled to take necessary actions without securing the consent of the Applicant, and the Applicant may not terminate or modify the Exhibition Agreement because of the change that may be made.
- If the Fair is to be canceled pursuant to Paragraph (1) above, TBSI shall return to the Applicant the booth rental fee already paid to TBSI after deducting therefrom the amount set forth in the table below as necessary expenses. If the Applicant has not paid the booth rental fee by the time a decision is made to cancel the Fair, the Applicant shall be obliged to pay to TBSI the applicable amount set forth in the table below.
|Date of decision to cancel Fair||Necessary expenses deducted from the booth rental fee|
|By Thursday, February 29, 2024||0% of the booth rental fee (total amount inclusive of tax)|
|Between Friday, March 1 and Friday, May 31, 2024||10% of the booth rental fee (total amount inclusive of tax)|
|Between Saturday, June 1 and Monday, September 30, 2024||20% of the booth rental fee (total amount inclusive of tax)|
|Between Tuesday, October 1 and Monday, October 28, 2024||50% of the booth rental fee (total amount inclusive of tax)|
|On or after Tuesday, October 29, 2024||100% of the booth rental fee (total amount inclusive of tax)|
◆ Article 10 – TBSI’s Care and Exemption from Liability
- During the period of the Area as well as the period for delivery and removal of the exhibits, TBSI shall endeavor to manage and preserve the exhibits and the venue in general by exercising due care as a good manager. TBSI shall be entitled to request the Applicant to suspend or restrict delivery and removal of the exhibits or performing demonstrations or otherwise effect other measures as may be necessary for the smooth operation of the Area, in which event, the Applicant shall be required to immediately effect such measures as may be requested by TBSI at its own cost.
- If the Applicant fails to effect the necessary measures as set forth in the preceding paragraph, TBSI shall be able to effect such necessary measures on behalf of the Applicant, and the cost and expenses needed for such measures shall be borne by the Applicant. TBSI shall not be responsible for any damage that may be suffered by the Applicant as a result thereof.
- TBSI shall not be held liable in any way if any of the Applicant’s exhibits, decor or other similar items are damaged or stolen if it results from a natural disaster, force majeure event, or for other reasons not attributable to TBSI.
◆ Article 11 - Applicant's Duty of Care
- The Applicant shall, by its own responsibility and at its own cost, exercise due care for the proper management of its exhibits, decor or such other items during the period of the Fair as well as the period for delivery and removal, and endeavor for a smooth operation of the Area pursuant to the Provisions of the Exhibition Agreement during the course of delivery and removal and performance of demonstrations, etc.
- The Applicant shall be liable, personally, or jointly and severally with its agent, for any damage that may be caused to TBSI or a third party due to an intentional act or negligence of itself or of its agent.
- The provisions of the preceding two paragraphs shall apply mutatis mutandis to co-exhibitors and represented companies.
- The Applicant shall be liable, jointly and severally with co-exhibitors or represented companies, as the case may be, with respect to the liabilities of co-exhibitors or represented companies under paragraph (2) of this Article, which applies mutatis mutandis pursuant to the immediately preceding paragraph, or under the preceding paragraph.
◆ Article 12 - Exhibits
- The Applicant may designate as its exhibits those articles that are shown in the “Items to be exhibited” incorporated in the “Exhibition Guidelines” that TBSI establishes separately herefrom, and may exhibit only those articles that are approved by TBSI in advance.
- If the Applicant exhibits an article in violation of the preceding paragraph, and TBSI requires the Applicant to immediately remove such article, the Applicant must immediately do so at the Applicant's expense.
- If the Applicant fails to remove the article immediately as required under the preceding paragraph, TBSI shall be entitled to take necessary measures on behalf of the Applicant, and the cost and expenses needed for such measures shall be borne by the Applicant. TBSI shall not be liable for any damage that may be caused to the Applicant as a result thereof.
◆ Article 13 – Obligation to Pay Fees for Use of Facilities
- When the Applicant finds it necessary to use the facilities and/or services provided by TBSI (hereinafter referred to as “Ancillary Facilities”), the Applicant must go through the formalities prescribed in the "Exhibitors’ Manual" established by TBSI separately herefrom and pay the prescribed fees by the respective prescribed due dates.
- If co-exhibitors or represented companies deeds the Ancillary Facilities, the Applicant shall be responsible to go through any and all necessary formalities therefor and pay the fees that may be necessary in relation thereto.
- If the Applicant is a member of an organization, the provisions of Article 4, paragraph 2 shall apply mutatis mutandis.
◆ Article 14 – Execution of Decorative Work
- Any decorative work must be executed by the Applicant by its own responsibility and at its own cost within the Exhibition Space.
- When performing decorative work, the Applicant shall be required to abide by the relevant provisions of the "Exhibitors’ Manual" established by TBSI separately herefrom.
- If the Applicant executes any decorative work in violation of the preceding paragraph, TBSI may require the Applicant to immediately carry out such work as may be necessary to repair or rectify it at the Applicant's expense. In such a case, the Applicant must immediately repair or rectify the relevant decoration.
- If the Applicant fails to immediately repair or rectify the relevant decoration as required under the preceding paragraph, TBSI shall be entitled to repair or rectify it or take such other measures as TBSI may deem appropriate, and the cost and expenses therefor may be charged to the Applicant. TBSI shall not be liable for any damage to the Applicant that may result from this action.
◆ Article 15 - On-the-Spot Inspections
- When it is necessary for the reason of security, fire, or crime prevention, or otherwise necessary for the purpose of administration and operation of the venue, TBSI or its representative may, with proper prior notice to the Applicant, enter and inspect the Exhibition Space, and take any measures deemed appropriate by TBSI, in which event the Applicant shall be required to cooperate with TBSI in taking such appropriate measures.
- When an appropriate measure must be taken emergently, it shall be deemed sufficient if TBSI gives an ex post facto report thereof to the Applicant.
◆ Article 16 - Restoration to Original Conditions
- The Applicant shall return the Exhibition Space to TBSI after removing all exhibits, decorations and all other fixtures and equipment set up by the Applicant within the Exhibition Space at its own expense and restore it to its original condition (hereinafter referred to as the "Restoration to Original Condition") by the expiration of the period of the right to use the Exhibition Space.
- If the Applicant fails to restore the Exhibition Space to its original conditions pursuant to the preceding paragraph, it shall be deemed that the Applicant has relinquished its rights of ownership to any and all exhibits, decorations and all other articles left in the Exhibition Space, and TBSI can dispose of any such articles at its discretion and may charge the cost and expenses therefor to the Applicant. The Applicant may neither make any claim nor raise an objection toward TBSI in connection therewith.
- In restoring the Exhibition Space to its original conditions, the Applicant may not request TBSI to purchase any of its exhibits, decorations or other articles, demand payment of compensation for removal, or make any other claim whatsoever to TBSI.
◆ Article 17 - Prohibited Acts
ii) Displaying exhibits, performing decorative work, distributing catalogs or otherwise engaging in advertising activities outside the Exhibition Space within the building and site of the venue, except to the extent otherwise approved by TBSI in advance;
iii) Engaging in any act that may cause inconvenience to other exhibitors, visitors or TBSI;
iv) Engaging in any act that may cause damage to the building, facilities or site of the venue, including the Exhibition Space;
v) Engaging in any acts that are prohibited under the Provisions of the Exhibition Agreement; and
vi) Engaging in any other acts or actions that TBSI considers inappropriate.
◆ Article 18 - Observance of Regulations
◆ Article 19 - Handling of Personal Information
- When the Applicant obtains personal information at the Area, it must comply with the Act on the Protection of Personal Information and other applicable laws and regulations, and acquire, manage, and administer such information in an appropriate manner.
- When using personal information, the purpose of use must be announced and notified in advance, and the relevant information must be used within the scope of purpose so announced or notified.
- Any dispute that may arise with a third party in relation to the acquisition, management or administration of personal information shall be resolved at the responsibility of the Applicant.
◆ Article 20 - Jurisdiction
◆ Article 21 - Status of Organizing and Supporting Organizations
◆ Other Matters
Provisions of the Exhibition Agreement for Additive Manufacturing Area in JIMTOF 2024 in PDF, please click here
Collection, Usage, and Provision of Personal Information
When Tokyo Big Sight acquires personal information, the purpose of usage must be clarified and the information must be gathered in legal and fair means. The usage and provision of personal information must remain within the clarified and predefined usage and provision.
Purpose of Usage for Personal Information
Tokyo Big Sight uses personal information gathered from customers for the following purposes.
(1) Contact parties or follow procedures related to the use of facilities managed by Tokyo Big Sight.
(2) Provide Information related to exhibitions, conferences, and other business activities organized by Tokyo Big Sight.
(3) Perform tasks including sending information and necessary materials, confirming receipts, payment to parties that have applied for an exhibition, or conference organized by Tokyo Big Sight.
(4) Perform surveys related to improving customer satisfaction, related to the planning and development of organizing an event, or providing building services.
(5) Send the Tokyo Big Sight promotional magazine or invitations to Tokyo Big Sight organizing events.
(6) When personal information is gathered for other purposes, the purpose of usage is clarified.
(7) Comply with laws, directives, and guidance from governmental organizations.
Provision to Third Parties
Tokyo Big Sight will not provide or disclose personal information provided by customers to third parties except in cases where the customers’ consent is given or where the information must be supplied for legal reasons. However, necessary personal information may be provided to the subsidiary company Big Sight Service Corp. for the purpose of providing a requested service.
Tokyo Big Sight may outsource the handling of personal information in order to fulfill the purpose of usage. The entrusted parties enter into a contract with the personal information protection protocols so that the handling of personal information continues to be managed and controlled.
Proper Management of Personal Information
Tokyo Big Sight takes appropriate safety measures for collected personal information to prevent unauthorized access, falsification, destruction, leakage, or loss. Employees who handle personal information are provided with training and educational activities to protect personal information.
- Disclosure, Correction, or Deletion of Personal Information
Tokyo Big Sight endeavors to manage the latest and most accurate personal information. Tokyo Big Sight will promptly comply with customer requests to check, change, or correct registered information, to stop providing services, or to delete registration.
Compliance to Laws and Other Standard Practices
Tokyo Big Sight practices the handling of personal information according to laws and other standard practices, and constantly strives to make improvements to the above activities.
（Questions and comments about personal information）
Personal information management: FAX:+81-3-5530-1222
Name and contact information for responsible person
The responsible party is:
Tokyo Big Sight Inc.3-11-1 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo 135-0063 JAPAN
You can reach our data protection officer at:
Tokyo Big Sight Inc.
Personal information management
3-11-1 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo 135-0063 JAPAN
Purposes of processing the data
Tokyo Big Sight Inc., co-organizer, and its contractor process your registered personal data for the purposes as below, if you give us your consent.
(1) To satisfy contractual requirementsTokyo Big Sight Inc., co-organizer, and its contractors may use personal information registered with consent beforehand for the purpose of satisfaction of contractual requirements.
(2) To send e-mail newsletterTokyo Big Sight Inc.usually use email for provision of informationrelated to exhibitions, conferences, and other business activities organized byTokyo Big Sight Inc.
(3) To answer the inquiry, if any
(4) Correspondence to the request, if any(e.g. providing the show brochure or information, etc.)
(5) To introduce vendor/service provider for the exhibition
(6) To provide information from vendor/service provider for the exhibition
(7) To introduce seminar/event/exhibition(8)To investigate and analyze access tendencies of official websiteof the respective exhibition organized by Tokyo Big Sight Inc.
Recipients of the data
Only those who absolutely need your data to satisfy our pre-contractual, contractual and legal obligations or to communicate with you will receive access to said data. These can include:
・Tokyo Big Sight Inc.
・Co-organizer of the exhibition
・Contractors of respective exhibition organizedby Tokyo Big Sight Inc.
・Data processorassigned by Tokyo Big Sight Inc.
・Exhibitors who utilize lead retrieval system at the respectiveexhibition organizedby Tokyo big Sight Inc.
Additional data recipients can be those to whom you have given your consent for data transmission on a case-by-case basis.
Transmission to Japan
Japan hastheadequacy decision by the EU Commission. With your consent or to satisfy contractual or legal obligations, we transmit data to Japan. Tokyo Big Sight Inc. manages personal data with appropriate protection measures such as identification and recognition of access, restriction, management of authorization, recording, measure for the malware, and safety measure at data transmission. You canget detail of measures with contact to Tokyo Big Sight Inc.
- Categories of personal data concerned
Tokyo Big Sight Inc. will collect and processyour personalinformation such as your name, name of company, section, position, address, phone number,fax number, e-mail address, country, and business category.
Duration of storage
Your data will be stored until our contractual obligations have been met. The data will be deleted if your knowledge is no longer necessary or if the purpose ceases to exist.
Your rights under the data privacy law
With respect to personal data concerning you, you have the right to access your information, rectification, erasure, restriction of processing, and data portability.
At any time you can revoke consent given to us to process your personal data with effect for the future.EU residentsalso have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory data protection authority according to Article 77 GDPR.。
Your consent of data provision
Provision of personal data isn’t a statutory or contractual requirement, or a requirement necessary to enter into a contract. Data subject is not obligated for making contract. But you can’t register as exhibitor or visitor unless you provide your personal information required to fulfill onthe form.
Automated decision-makingincluding profiling
We do not use personal data for any automated decision-making including profiling to create or perform contractual relationships.
The inquiry form of the respective exhibition organized by Tokyo Big Sight Inc. uses encrypted transmission via SSL for the purpose of personal data protection.
Implement appropriate measures
Tokyo Big Sight Inc.implements appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure a level of security appropriate to the risk.
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Article 1: Name and Purpose of Guild
Section 1: The name of this organization shall be Orange County Modern Quilt Guild, a not-for-profit organization, to be referred to in this document as the Guild.
Section 2: The mission of the Guild is to support and encourage the growth and development of modern quilting through art, education and community.
Section 3: The Guild is organized and will be operated exclusively for charitable and
educational purposes, including for such purposes, the making of distributions to organizations that qualify under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or the corresponding section of any future federal tax code. The Guild is additionally organized to do any and all lawful acts that may be necessary, useful, suitable or proper for the furtherance of accomplishment of the purposes of this Guild. Notwithstanding any other provision of these articles, the Guild shall not carry on any other activities not permitted to be carried on (a) by an organization exempt from federal income tax under sections 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or the corresponding section of any future federal tax code, or (b) by an organization, contributions to which are deductible under section 170(c)(2) of the Internal revenue Code, or the corresponding section of any future federal tax code.
Section 4: The Guild is an affiliate member of the Modern Quilt Guild Inc. Through a group exemption with the Modern Quilt Guild Inc., the Guild is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Within the scope of these purposes, the Guild is organized and operated to:
- Develop and encourage the art of modern quilting,
- Work with other guilds and groups with a similar purpose,
- Encourage new quilters and other fiber artists interested in non-traditional and non-art fiber projects,
- Offer educational opportunities through classes, workshops and sharing of information,
- Support and provide opportunity for “charity” or other works that provide back to the community through the use of modern quilting skills.
The assets and property of the Guild are hereby pledged for use in performing its exempt purpose.
Article 2: Requirements to be exempt as an Organization described in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code
Section 1: The organization is organized exclusively for charitable, religious, educational, or scientific purposes, including, for such purposes, the making of distributions to organizations that qualify under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or the corresponding section of any future federal tax code.
Section 2: No part of the net earnings of the organization shall inure to the benefit of, or be distributable to its members, trustees, officers, or other private persons, except that the organization shall be authorized and empowered to pay reasonable compensation for services rendered and to make payments and distributions in furtherance of the purposes set forth in Section 1 hereof and in Article 1 of these bylaws.
Section 3: No substantial part of the activities of the organization shall be the carrying on of propaganda, or otherwise attempting to influence legislation, and the organization shall not participate in, or intervene in (including the publishing or distribution of statements) any political campaign on behalf of or in opposition to any candidate for public office.
Section 4: Notwithstanding any other provision of these articles, the organization shall not carry on any other activities not permitted to be carried on (a) by an organization exempt from federal income tax under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or the corresponding section of any future federal tax code, or (b) by an organization, contributions to which are deductible under section 170(c)(2) of the Internal Revenue Code, or the corresponding section of any future federal tax code.
Section 5: Upon the dissolution of the organization, assets shall be distributed for one or more exempt purposes within the meaning of section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, or the corresponding section of any future federal tax code, or shall be distributed to the federal government, or to a state or local government, for a public purpose. Any such assets not so disposed of shall be disposed of by a Court of Competent Jurisdiction of the county in which the principal office of the organization is then located, exclusively for such purposes or to such organization or organizations, as said Court shall determine, which are organized and operated
exclusively for such purposes.
Article 3: Membership
A. Personal membership in the Guild is open to any person, regardless of race, color,
creed, sex or natural origin, who subscribes to the purposes of this Guild. Membership becomes valid with payment of dues and completion of membership form. Members shall be supplied with a membership list, with the understanding that this list will not be used for commercial purposes except by Affiliates. Only members in good standing may participate in workshops or other special events.
B. Junior members ten to eighteen years of age shall have an individual sponsor. Membership becomes valid with payment of dues and completion of membership form, co-signed by a parent or guardian. Junior members shall have all the privileges of active membership, except holding elective office.
C. Affiliate memberships are available upon payment of affiliate dues as set by the
Board. Affiliate members may be any business and may attend general meetings, but
shall not have voting privileges, hold office, or constitute any portion of a quorum.
Section 2: Guests are welcome to attend two (2) meetings free and are expected to become dues-paying members no later than the third (3rd) meeting. Non-members shall sign in at each meeting. A meeting attendance fee for visitors or for special meetings may be adopted in the annual budget.
Section 3: Members will receive a membership roster and free admission to Guild meetings as scheduled, except for special programs where extra costs must be defrayed. Additional programs and workshops are subject to admission charges to the membership and guests.
Section 4: Any decisions made by the voting of the general membership shall be made by a majority of the members present at a regular or special meeting, when all members have been notified by posting of a notice on the OCMQG website via email. No provision is made for absentee or proxy vote.
Article 4: Meetings
Section 1: The Guild shall schedule a regular meeting January through December on the last Thursday of the month, starting at 6:30 pm, with the December meeting designated as optional with a “to be determined” date each year. Other meetings may be announced by telephone or email at least 72 hours in advance.
Section 2: Special meetings may be called by the President, other Board members, or by action of the membership. All members are to be notified of special meetings by telephone or email.
Section 3: The place of Guild meetings shall be arranged by the members of the board, with the approval of the Executive Board.
Section 4: OCMQG Workshop Registration and Cancellation Policy
- Cash, Check, or Paypal may be used to register for a workshop. Checks should be made out to OCMQG; one check per workshop.
- All workshops need to be paid in full at the time of registration and are not refundable unless there is a waiting list, or the attendee can find someone to replace them.
- If a guild member wishes to take the workshop but does not have payment at the time, they will be placed on the wait list until payment is received. Wait-list persons will be contacted in order of sign-up.
- OCMQG guild members have priority registration up to the month prior to the workshop when registration is opened to non-members. Non-members pay a surcharge of $10.
- Workshop registration is opened up 3 months before the workshop. If the workshop becomes full, a wait list is started. Wait-listed members and non-members do not pay for the workshop until workshop space becomes available.
- When there are required tools, notions, patterns, etc., sold in advance of the class, a separate check will need to made out to the teacher of the class, not to the guild.
- No-shows are not entitled to a refund.
- If the guild cancels a workshop, workshop fees will be refunded.
Section 5: Challenge Rules When Tallying Votes – Special Circumstances
In the case of a first place tie within a category, both first place winners receive a gift card and ribbon. In the case that a single person wins all three categories, we give that person a “Best In Challenge” commendation, awarding them a gift card and special ribbon. Then, the 2nd place person in each category would move up to 1st.
Article 5: Officers
Section 1: The Guild shall have a President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer. Instead of a President and Vice-President, the Guild may choose to elect Co-Presidents. These individuals shall constitute the Executive Board of the Guild.
Elections will take place at the October Business Meeting. Newly elected officers shall assume their duties at the close of the November Meeting and remain in office for one year or until their successors have been installed. Persons holding office must be 18 year of age and over and be a member in good standing.
The President shall be the Chief Executive Officer of the Guild and shall preside at all
general, special, and Board meetings. The President shall be the official spokesperson for the Guild. The President shall instruct the Secretary regarding the issuance of notices, minutes and general correspondence.
The Vice President shall serve as assistant to the President in all matters. The Vice
President shall perform such duties as requested by the President. In the absence of the President, the Vice President shall conduct Guild meetings and/or Board meetings. In the event that the President cannot complete the term of office elected to, the Vice President will assume all duties and responsibilities of the office of President for the remainder of the term. The Vice President will have a set of checks, and all financial website passwords in case the Treasurer is unable to fulfil their responsibilities. The Vice President shall serve as Parliamentarian with responsibility to see that the rules set forth in the bylaws are followed. The Vice President shall oversee the review of these bylaws every two years.
The Secretary shall keep records of minutes including all motions made and
carried at each general, special, and Board meetings, and shall take care of general
correspondence. The Secretary will conduct Guild meetings in the absence of the President and Vice President.
The Treasurer shall have the care and custody of the Guild’s funds. The Treasurer shall pay all bills and sign all checks. The Treasurer shall provide a transaction log by month to the Vice President prior to monthly Board Meeting. Additionally, the Treasurer shall provide an updated budget to the Board prior to each monthly board meeting. The Treasurer is responsible for developing and introducing a budget to the Board in August for the next year to be present to the members at the October Business Meeting. The Vice President will have a set of checks, and all financial website passwords in case the Treasurer is unable to fulfil their responsibilities. Before the close of each fiscal year, the Treasurer shall prepare the books for audit.
Section 3: Any elected officer(s) may be removed from office by a 2/3rds vote of members present at any general or special meeting, when all members have been notified.
Article 6: Finances
A. The fiscal year shall run from January 1-December 31.
B. The amount of annual dues to the Guild shall be set by the general membership, on the recommendation of the Board. Annual dues shall be levied at a rate determined by the majority vote of those present at the October Business Meeting, payable no later than December 31 of each year. New members joining between July 1 and December 31 of each year will pay half rate. Membership termination shall occur upon failure to pay annual dues.
C. Beginning in 2014, the Budget Committee shall meet in July of each year and shall
consist of no less than four (4) members: the current President, Treasurer, and at least two members from the general membership. The Budget Committee shall submit a budget to the Executive Board, which budget shall be submitted to the membership by email prior to the October Business Meeting. Any future changes shall be approved by the general membership.
D. The Treasurer has the power to sign all checks for the Guild. The President, Vice
President, and Secretary have the power to sign all checks in the absence of
E. The President shall appoint an auditor with the approval of the Board. The audit is to be done prior to the November Board of Directors Meeting.
Article 7: Committees
Section 1: Any new committees and activities may be formed by a majority vote of the Board of Directors. Details of specific committees will be stated in Board Policy. Suggested committees include but are not limited to:
A. Philanthropy – Chairperson(s) shall work as a community service facilitator to
develop Guild projects and promote participation of the Guild’s general membership.
B. Facilities and Hospitality – Chairperson(s) shall greet new members and visitors at
general meetings and assist in organizing a meeting place for the guild.
C. Web Master – Chairperson(s) shall update the Guild website each month after the Guild meeting.
D. Social Media – Chairperson(s) shall keep a record of Guild events and
display this information, and shall take photos as required at general meetings and
special Guild events which will be displayed on the Guild website, and social media.
They are also responsible for responding to all inquiries received via the Guild’s social
media channels in a timely manner.
E. Block-of-the-Month/Quarter – Chairperson(s) shall select and print pattern(s) and be responsible for the Block-of-the-Month/Quarter at general meetings.
F. Nominating Committee – The Committee shall be responsible for selecting at least
one member for each of the four elected offices. Every effort should be made to
nominate two. The Committee’s recommendations will be presented to the general
membership at the October meeting.
G. Membership – Chairperson(s) shall be responsible for the collect and maintain a record of dues and all members, update the MQG website with current member information and providing member information.
H. Workshop and Speakers – Chairperson(s) shall search for guest speakers and workshop instructors.
I. Program & Education – Chairperson(s) shall develop monthly meeting content,
coordinate and direct any special events at monthly meetings. They are also responsible for organizing guild outings and field trips.
J. Raffle and Door Prize – Chairperson(s) shall procure monthly raffle and door prizes from the membership or merchants.
Article 8: Governing Boards
Section 1: The Executive Board shall be composed of the elected officers of President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer.
Section 2: The Board of Directors of the Guild shall consist of the Executive Board, the appointed standing committee chairpersons, and all past Presidents in good standing. All shall have full voting powers on Board decisions.
Section 3: If a vacancy occurs, except in the office of President, the vacancy will be filled by appointment by the Executive Board.
Section 4: A quorum at board meetings will consist of five (5) members in good standing.
Article 9: Elections
Section 1: The President shall appoint two (2) members of the Nominating Committee and the remaining members of the Executive Board shall appoint the third (3rd) member. Every effort will be made to nominate at least two (2) candidates for each office. Beginning in 2014, the Nominating Committee’s recommendation is to be presented to the general membership at the September General meeting.
Section 2: Beginning in 2014, voting shall be by ballot at the October Business Meeting. Each member attending the October Business Meeting will be given a ballot. There will be an opportunity to make nominations from the floor. The results of the election will be reported immediately by the President, with a report on the Guild website to follow. The new officers will assume their duties at the close of the November General Meeting.
Article 10: Amendments to the Bylaws
Amendments to these bylaws shall be made by majority vote of members present at a
regular or special meeting, when all Guild members have been notified in writing by
email of all changes at least ten days prior to said meeting.
Article 11: Effective Date
Section 1: The bylaws shall take effect immediately upon their adoption. Revisions, additions, or deletions are to be effective upon the date so voted by the membership.
Section 2: These bylaws supersede any and all previously adopted by the Orange County Modern Quilt Guild.
Section 3: These bylaws shall be reviewed in the last quarter of all odd numbered years under the direction of the Vice President (Parliamentarian).
Article 12: Parliamentary Authority
The rules of Robert’s Rules of Order, newly revised, shall govern the Guild in all
cases to which they are applicable and in which they are not inconsistent with the rules of the Guild.
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There are three types of Public Limited Corporation that allow the operations described above to be carried out: traditional Public Limited Corporations, Free Trade Zone Corporations and Simplified Public Limited Corporations.
This time we will focus on traditional Public Limited Corporations. We discard the Free Trade Zone Corporations due to their high operating cost and high requirements, as well as the Simplified Public Limited Corporations for having a mandatory social security contribution which makes it costly in the long term.
The traditional Simplified Public Limited Corporation is the most popular in Uruguay, and it can be used to carry out activities both locally and abroad due to the principle of territoriality applicable in the country. To the extent that the company does not obtain income or have assets in the national territory, it will not pay taxes except for the Tax on the Incorporation of Corporations (ICOSA).
The Stock Company must pay an annual tax to the control of Stock Companies (ICOSA), which amounts to approximately USD 500 per year.
As we commented previously, as long as the company does not have income or assets in Uruguay, it will not pay taxes, but it must file annual sworn statements before the General Tax Directorate (DGI) and have an accounting in accordance with International Financial Standards.
In case of carrying out International Trading of goods or services, whose origin and destination are not Uruguay, you may opt for a fictitious tax regime (Resolution 51/97) where the income tax rate to be paid will be 0.75 %.
The sale of the shares of the Corporation are subject to Non-Resident Income Tax (IRNR) at the rate of 2.4% on the amount of the share purchase agreement.
Despite the fact that it is possible to acquire a Public Limited Corporation from the moment of its formation, what usually happens in practice is the acquisition of already constituted Corporation without previous activity. This is because the entire setting up process can take more than 90 days to complete. The acquisition of an S.A. already constituted allows to start its activities practically immediately.
The capital of the company can belong in its entirely to one or more shareholders, who can be both natural or legal persons resident or non-resident of Uruguay.
Whether the shares are Registered or Bearer, the final beneficiaries (physical persons) must be notified to the Central Bank of Uruguay in each modification of the ownership of the shares. Said communication is not public in nature, so no person may request information unless a duly justified court order.
The representation of the Company will be in charge of the Board of Directors, which may be made up of one or more natural or legal persons resident or non-resident in Uruguay. The Board of Directors may meet in the country or abroad, with the frequency that is deemed convenient and obligatory when imposed by the statute.
Companies must hold at least one Annual Ordinary Shareholders' Meeting that approves the balance sheet, decides on the destination of the profits and appoints directors, unless in the latter case the statute provides for longer periods for the exercise of the position of director. Shareholders' Assemblies must be held in Uruguay, and shareholders may be represented by proxy.
Scope of application
Uruguayan Public Limited Corporations are an excellent tool for multinational companies to carry out international trading or intermediation operations between countries. The great advantage is the low level of income tax it has and the high degree of recognition before other tax authorities to justify its operations.
It is also useful for activities such as making collections and payments abroad originated for different reasons, such as provision of services, counseling, commissions, etc., in order to concentrate the profits in the Corporation and reduce the taxes to be paid.
With regard to intellectual property, Public Limited Corporations are an excellent way to maintain ownership of a trademark or patent that is licensed to different companies, concentrating royalties on the Public Limited Corporation in order to reduce the tax that is paid on them.
In the case of investments in assets, either in real estate abroad or in financial investment portfolios, Public Limited Corporations are a great tool to reduce or defer taxes in the country of origin in a legal way.
In order to avoid inheritance rules, the bearer shares of the Stock Company allow it to be the owner of a property, for example, and transfer it freely. Also, since there is no hereditary transmission, inheritance tax is avoided. A similar effect can be achieved in the event of dissolution of the conjugal partnership.
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Small business estate planning is just as important as planning for your own personal finances. Depending on the structure of your company, what you need to have in place varies. Since your business has multiple owners, your needs are different from that of a sole-proprietor. In your case, you will need a Buy-Sell Agreement.
“Figuring out a succession plan for your business is absolutely essential, because people’s lives are always changing. No matter what happens–whether a co-owner goes through a divorce, dies, or just wants out, planning ahead will help ensure that the business stays intact. Things like this can really rip apart a business–and create unwanted legal costs–if you haven’t planned ahead,” adds Rocket Lawyer Founder and Executive Chairman, Charley Moore.
A Buy-Sell Agreement, sometimes referred to as a ‘business prenup’ or ‘business Will’, has many functions. The agreement can let your co-owners purchase your shares of the business. Alternatively, these agreements can designate an heir, so that a capable child or designated successor can inherit your part of the company. In this case, all the owners must mutually agree on that heir. You can also set up provisions for what happens if a co-owner simply wants out of your business.
Ownership transfers are complicated and potentially costly processes, but a Buy-Sell agreement can help actually lower the taxes on estate transfer. You and your co-owners can also set asides portions of your life insurance policy to provide the liquid cash necessary to help your deal with estate taxes and other costs associated with this type of asset transfer. Consider their needs when creating your life insurance policy or when creating your estate plan, so that the transfer of assets is a gift, not a burden.
For further information, please visit www.rocketlawyer.com
E-mail questions to [email protected]. | law |
https://www.accuroot.com/AAVL_user_terms | 2019-08-21T14:08:36 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-35/segments/1566027316021.66/warc/CC-MAIN-20190821131745-20190821153745-00541.warc.gz | 0.912326 | 257 | CC-MAIN-2019-35 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-35__0__17103502 | en | AAVL Terms & Conditions
Terms & Conditions
- AccuRoot shall not be responsible to Users for conducting any due diligence on the participants included on the AAVL.
- Users should use their best judgement and due diligence process when deciding to work with a particular participant.
- Users shall be solely responsible for the outcome resulting from their decision to work with a participant listed on the AAVL.
- AccuRoot shall not be liable for any loss suffered by any User or Participant as a result of their participation in, or use of, the AAVL.
- In addition, AccuRoot shall not be responsible or liable for any advice given or services provided by the participants listed on the AAVL notwithstanding the fact that such providers may have been introduced to the user through AccuRoot and the AAVL.
- You agree that you will not sue, either directly or indirectly AccuRoot or any of its employees, directors, officers, owners or any related companies or subsidiaries, regarding the AAVL or the Terms and Conditions contained herein.
- Users hereby acknowledge and understand that AccuRoot shall not be liable for the actions, services or products rendered to the user by any of the participants listed on the AAVL. | law |
https://www.a-msystems.com/t-warranty.aspx | 2017-02-25T02:55:36 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-09/segments/1487501171646.15/warc/CC-MAIN-20170219104611-00117-ip-10-171-10-108.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.908674 | 897 | CC-MAIN-2017-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-09__0__165726182 | en | A-M Systems, LLC Limited Warranty
What does this warranty cover?
A-M Systems, LLC (hereinafter, "A-M Systems") warrants to the Purchaser that the Instrument, including cables, Headstage Probes and any other accessories shipped with the Instrument,(hereafter the "hardware") is free from defects in workmanship or material under normal use and service for the period of three (3) years. This warranty commences on the date of delivery of the hardware to the Purchaser.
What are the obligations of A-M Systems under this warranty?
During the warranty period, A-M Systems agrees to repair or replace, at its sole option, without charge to the Purchaser, any defective component part of the hardware. To obtain warranty service, the Purchaser must return the hardware to A-M Systems or an authorized A-M Systems distributor in an adequate shipping container. Any postage, shipping and insurance charges incurred in shipping the hardware to A-M Systems must be prepaid by the Purchaser and all risk for the hardware shall remain with purchaser until such time as A-M Systems takes receipt of the hardware. Upon receipt, A-M Systems will promptly repair or replace the defective unit, and then return the hardware (or its replacement) to the Purchaser, postage, shipping, and insurance prepaid by the Purchaser. A-M Systems may use reconditioned or like new parts or units at its sole option, when repairing any hardware. Repaired products shall carry the same amount of outstanding warranty as from original purchase, or ninety (90) days which ever is greater. Any claim under the warranty must include a dated proof of purchase of the hardware covered by this warranty. In any event, A-M Systems liability for defective hardware is limited to repairing or replacing the hardware.
What is not covered by this warranty?
This warranty is contingent upon proper use and maintenance of the hardware by the Purchaser and does not cover batteries. Neglect, misuse whether intentional or otherwise, tampering with or altering the hardware, damage caused by accident, damage caused by unusual physical, electrical, chemical, or electromechanical stress, damage caused by failure of electrical power, or damage caused during transportation are not covered by this warranty. Products may not be returned to A-M Systems for service, whether under warranty or otherwise, which are contaminated by infectious agents, radioactive compounds or other materials constituting a health hazard to employees of A-M Systems
What are the limits of liability for A-M Systems under this warranty?
A-M Systems shall not be liable for loss of data, lost profits or savings, or any special, incidental, consequential, indirect or other similar damages, whether arising from breach of contract, negligence, or other legal action, even if the company or its agent has been advised of the possibility of such damages, or for any claim brought against you by another party. THIS EQUIPMENT IS NOT INTENDED FOR CLINICAL MEASUREMENTS USING HUMAN SUBJECTS. A-M SYSTEMS DOES NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR INJURY OR DAMAGE DUE TO MISUSE OF THIS EQUIPMENT. Jurisdictions vary with regard to the enforceability of provisions excluding or limiting liability for incidental or consequential damages. Check the provision of your local jurisdiction to find out whether the above exclusion applies to you.
This warranty allocates risks of product failure between the Purchaser and A-M Systems. A-M Systems hardware pricing reflects this allocation of risk and the limitations of liability contained in this warranty. The agents, employees, distributors, and dealers of A-M Systems are not authorized to make modifications to this warranty, or additional warranties binding on the company. Accordingly, additional statements such as dealer advertising or presentations, whether oral or written, do not constitute warranties by A-M Systems and should not be relied upon. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from one jurisdiction to another.
THE WARRANTY AND REMEDY PROVIDED ABOVE IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. A-M SYSTEMS DISCLAIMS THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE, WITHOUT LIMITATION.
(Effective June 01, 2010) | law |
https://carisuk.com/2020/11/01/cameroon-time-for-un-action-over-the-anglophone-crisis/ | 2023-06-10T10:34:38 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224657169.98/warc/CC-MAIN-20230610095459-20230610125459-00767.warc.gz | 0.971157 | 2,388 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__74446915 | en | The murder of schoolchildren during an attack in the city of Kumba has brought widespread condemnation and put a renewed spotlight on the fighting in Cameroon’s Anglophone regions. The warring parties have failed to resolve their differences and atrocities have been committed by both sides in the course of the conflict. There are calls for the UN to be involved. They are overdue and the situation needs to be addressed at the level of the Secretary General.
On the 24th of October there was what has been described as a new low in Cameroon’s Anglophone crisis when seven children were killed and many more injured by gunmen in an attack on a school in the city of Kumba. No one has claimed responsibility for the attack, which has been condemned by the government, separatist leaders and human rights organisations. It has put a renewed spotlight on a conflict between the government and armed groups riven by human rights violations that include massacres, the destruction of villages, sexual violence and torture. A dispute over law and teaching that escalated in 2016 led to the declaration of independence by Ambazonia Governing Council in 2017 and fighting between the government and separatists. This underwent a major escalation in 2019 and has led to an estimated death toll of over 3000 and the displacement of over 600,000 people. A unique characteristic of the conflict has been the deliberate closure of schools by the separatists, removing 800,000 children from education.
At the heart of the dispute was language: The Northwest and Southwest regions of Cameroon are English speaking whereas the majority of the country speaks French. This is due to the colonial history of the region that saw the Southern Cameroons and Cameroon joined together in a botched withdrawal by the British and French. It left Cameroon with different law and education systems in the English and French speaking areas. The government was accused of filling key posts with people trained in the French traditions, thus marginalising the English speaking minority. The Anglophone minority are proud of their traditions and had described the government’s approach as ‘forced assimilation’. For its part, the government is committed to centralised governance and allows governance at the local level provided that it doesn’t conflict with national law. The 2016 dispute began over the appointment of French-speaking Judges, which were seen as threatening the common law system in the Northwest and Southwest regions. This dovetailed with a general feeling of marginalisation amongst Anglophones as the campaign by lawyers and teachers was linked to that for greater civil and political rights. The government responded harshly and arrested hundreds of protestors and would later arrest the leaders of the separatist movement. A notable characteristic of the Anglophone crisis is that its main incompatibility is constitutional, meaning that amongst the potential solutions was the reform of how the regions were governed. The deterioration into armed conflict was a situation that was utterly out of proportion to the dispute that fuelled it and separatist demands moved from autonomy to independence.
International action has been limited given the scale of the crisis. The EU and the US have condemned the violence but have taken little other direct action (advocating within the EU and US not withstanding). The US has been pushing for sanctions while France supports the government. The most influential regional power is Nigeria, who absorbed the Northern Cameroons during decolonisation but is partnered with Cameroon in their battle against Boko Harem. The African Union has discussed the crisis in a closed meeting at a summit but has otherwise steered clear. For its part, the UN seems to be waiting for the AU to act, which has yet to happen in any substantive form. We should note that Cameroon’s President, Paul Biya, is able to count on support in the region and that the AU is fundamentally resistant to changes arising from territorial and governance disputes.
The Cameroonian government in Yaoundé has generally sought to avoid outside involvement in the crisis with the exception of Swiss mediators from the Centre for Humanitarian Dialogue and has sought to deal with the crisis internally and on its own terms. An attempt by the Swiss in 2019 failed to stop the fighting due to mistrust from within the separatist movement but they have been mandated by the government to try again. An experienced diplomat and mediator, Günther Bächler, has been working with the parties and the church in Cameroon during 2020. A national dialogue in 2019 also had little impact on ending the fighting but in 2020 there has been secret talks between government representatives and separatists from the diaspora in Ghana and then jailed separatist leaders in the neutral territory of the Episcopal Centre of Mvolyé. Despite the willingness of the sides to talk major fighting has continued and there have been many instances of atrocities similar to the one that took place in Kumba. For the government the war is a classic insurgency and for the separatists it is a guerrilla war. For everyone else it is brutal and frequently atrocious.
Whilst the warring parties are willing to talk there is little of note coming out of it and they are deadlocked over the conditions for a cessation of military activities. The momentum for a peaceful solution is driven by civil society, including the Catholic Church and women’s groups in the Anglophone regions, and on the 27th October some 35 groups issued an open letter calling for a ceasefire and UN peace talks. This coincides with a call from separatist leaders for the UN to mediate. The Cameroonian opposition has been critical of both the government and the separatists, noting that separatist violence allowed Biya to deal with international pressure to find a solution. They also say that the Biya regime is corrupt and needs to go. Maurice Kamto, an opposition leader, languishes in prison following a disputed election that some say he actually won. A major difficulty in the talks is the divisions within both the government and the separatists.
Inside the government there is the expected jockeying for influence, particularly given that the question of Bika’s succession is wide open but this has found its way into the peace process, with the Prime Minister, Joseph Dion Ngute, and Secretary General of the Presidency, Ferdinand Ngoh Ngoh, at odds.There is more widespread division in terms of attitudes to dealing with the separatist insurgency and the government has shown itself unable to agree on what has actually been discussed or agreed in talks with the secessionists. As far as coming up with a joined up approach to the crisis goes, it’s a shambles. Given that there is the added possibility of a forthcoming succession crisis with factions and interests split along ethnic lines and a war with Boko Haram that is responsible for over 2,500 deaths between 2014 and 2017, the government does in fact have a lot on its plate (see the previous blogs on this). This is not, however, a valid reason not to deal with a disaster in the Anglophone regions that the Biya government contributed to by its own mishandling of the situation, or its failure to prevent war crimes by its own forces.
For their part, the separatists lack central control and there are differing opinions on issues such as the utility of violence, political solutions (independence/autonomy /confederation) and the use of school strikes. There are a myriad of political organisations, some linked to armed groups and disagreement on finding solutions to the conflict other than armed struggle. Hardliners insist on fighting on and there are small semi-criminal actors reliant on a war economy. This makes it difficult to refer to the separatists as a movement, even as a decentralised one. While there are two major Ambazonian interim governments (referred to as IG Sisiku and IG Sako, after their leaders) they act as umbrella groups for other factions and there are also unaffiliated militias on the ground alongside what are described as ‘Fake Amba’ allegedly in the pay of the government. The recent peace talks have mostly been with the IG Sisiku, whose leader is imprisoned in Cameroon. These talks have been condemned by the IG Sako, whose leader is based in the US. Much of the debate takes place in the diaspora. In turn, the IG Sisiku was critical of the 2019 Swiss mediation attempt which the IG Sako took part in. This prevented a unified separatist presence for talks with the government and effectively derailed the attempt altogether. The government has generally favoured talking to separatist leaders from IG Sisiku whom are incarcerated in Cameroon’s jails, meaning the exclusion of the IG Sako leaders in the diaspora. Despite the divisions, one separatist leader, Ayaba Cho Lucas, has claimed that the factions are working together. One notable concession by the separatists has been to drop the call for the army to withdraw from the Anglophone regions and to return to their barracks instead, allowing the police and gendarmerie to take over.
The government stance is to push forward with decentralisation agreed at a 2019 Grand National Dialogue alongside a firm military response. The parliament approved a bill granting special status but secessionists have rejected this as having emerged out of a dialogue dominated by the ruling CPDM party, which some of the opposition had walked out of. Whilst the government is pushing reform the population of the Anglophone region didn’t turn out to vote in the February elections. The separatists have indicated preferences that talks should take place outside of Cameroon, involve all separatists and not just those handpicked by the government, and should involve a trusted international actor. The government is divided on the matter, with some members advocating entrusting negotiations to a third party outside of Cameroon. The IG Sisiku has called for the demilitarisation of the Anglophone regions, prisoner releases and an amnesty for leaders in the diaspora. Separatists and the government are deadlocked over the deployment of the military with the former saying there will be no ceasefire unless the army returns to barracks. It isn’t clear exactly how much operational control the IGs have over their affiliated groups.
There has been significant pressure for the UN to become involved in the resolution of the conflict. One separatist IG has called for it, the opposition believes that the UN should be involved and the signatories of #EndAnglophoneCrisis are a who’s who of civil society groups and international campaign groups. These include the women’s groups working in the Anglophone regions. While it is the case that the government and the separatists have engaged in talks there has yet to be a substantive outcome and there is substantial evidence that the forces of both sides have committed war crimes. Their interests have been supplanted by the call of civil society and peace activists for an immediate general ceasefire and referral of the dispute to the UN in the form of the UN Special Representative for Children and Armed Conflict, the UN Special Adviser on the Responsibility to Protect, and the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights. An additional argument is that the dispute be taken before the UN Security Council and be addressed directly by the appointment of a Special Envoy by the UN Secretary General (which could be a dual appointment with the Centre for Humanitarian Dialogue). This would push forward the move to a negotiated settlement through raising international censure of the situation, enabling the formation of a resolution regarding funding streams for the combatants and providing the independent mediator that both parties say they desire with the support of the Secretary General. The Anglophone crisis remains one that is constitutional in nature and is resolvable through political means.
Dr Carl Turner, Conflict Resolution Analyst.
In 2019 there were two blogs regarding the Anglophone crisis that provide more background to the conflict and can be accessed at: https://wordpress.com/post/turnerconflict.com/1848 and https://wordpress.com/post/turnerconflict.com/1851. | law |
https://www.des.nh.gov/news-and-media/new-hampshire-department-environmental-services-announces-pfas-removal-rebate?fbclid=IwAR234X2RlPQ2NVkchi34DIcfy6cDZycIVfS9jgY5f8N3cgSHwXRBobW2YHg&fs=e&s=cl | 2023-10-03T23:51:27 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511284.37/warc/CC-MAIN-20231003224357-20231004014357-00799.warc.gz | 0.919135 | 741 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__104832916 | en | New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services Announces the PFAS Removal Rebate Program for Private Wells
Concord, NH – The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES) announced today that the Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Removal Rebate Program for Private Wells is now accepting applications. The program provides rebates to private well users for up to $5,000 for the installation of PFAS treatment or up to $10,000 for a service connection to a public water system.
Eligible private well users would be able to document an exceedance of a regulated PFAS compound(s) with no offer of alternate water from a third party. An exceedance would be a result above New Hampshire’s Ambient Groundwater Quality Standards (AGQS) for four PFAS compounds, which are: 12 parts-per-trillion (ppt) for perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA); 15 ppt for perfluorooctane sulfonic acid (PFOS); 18 ppt for perfluorohexane sulfonic acid (PFHxS); and 11 ppt for perfluorononanoic acid (PFNA).
“New Hampshire leads the country in identifying PFAS contamination and acting on those findings,” said Governor Chris Sununu. “These rebates will go a long way to help hundreds of homeowners affected by PFAS contamination to connect to clean drinking water sources or install treatment systems for their homes.”
NHDES has collected more than 7,200 PFAS samples from approximately 6,200 wells across the state and has identified several thousands of locations that exceed one or more of the AGQS. While there are provisions in state rules for parties that are responsible for contamination of groundwater to remedy water supply wells that violate AGQS, not all PFAS contamination found in the state has been attributed, either technically or legally, to a responsible party. In instances where there is no identified responsible party for a contaminated water supply well, the burden of providing safe drinking water resides with the well owner. Third parties have addressed over 1,000 wells that exceed AGQS for PFAS by providing alternate water, either temporarily or permanently, in accordance with state rules.
If NHDES sampled your well, an email or letter will be sent out to you indicating that the program is accepting applications. If you sampled your well yourself or hired someone else to sample your well, please email [email protected]. Eligible applicants can be reimbursed for the installation of treatment or a service connection back to September 30, 2019.
“This innovative PFAS Removal Rebate program provides helpful funding for homeowners burdened with the costs of treating wells contaminated with PFAS above New Hampshire’s drinking water standards,” said Bob Scott, Commissioner of the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services.
Funding for the program is provided by the New Hampshire Drinking Water and Groundwater Trust Fund and surplus funding from the State General Fund authorized under HB 1547. For more information on the program, including eligibility requirements and a link to the application, visit the PFAS Removal Rebate Program for Private Wells webpage.
NHDES will host a webinar for affected private well users Wednesday, August 3, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. to introduce and discuss the specifics of the rebate program and to answer questions.
To register to attend the webinar, click on the following registration link. | law |
http://charlottecountydemocraticwomensclub.com/2018/07/ | 2019-02-18T06:42:28 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-09/segments/1550247484689.3/warc/CC-MAIN-20190218053920-20190218075920-00459.warc.gz | 0.983358 | 448 | CC-MAIN-2019-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-09__0__132740508 | en | Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Scott Pruitt is out after months of speculation and scandal. His resignation came just two days after a CNN investigation revealed an ex-top aide alleged Pruitt and his staffers held regular meetings to “scrub” controversial events from his calendar. The ethics clouds had been gathering long before that, though, as lawmakers from both parties, environmental groups and government watchdogs raised questions about his spending, housing arrangements, security team and raises for political appointees. Pruitt is the subject of 14 probes into his conduct as EPA chief, and the agency’s inspector general says they will continue. Still, President Trump yesterday stuck with Pruitt, tweeting that he has “done an outstanding job.” EPA deputy Andrew Wheeler, a former coal lobbyist, takes over for Pruitt.
A black Oregon state representative says someone called the police on her while she was canvassing door-to-door in her district.
Rep. Janelle Bynum represents District 51, which includes the area of Clackamas County, where she was campaigning.
In a Facebook post Tuesday, the Democrat wrote that a woman notified police that Bynum was suspicious because she was “spending a lot of time typing on my cell phone after each house.”
Bynum is running for reelection in the fall, and said she takes notes when she’s visiting her constituents to keep an account of what her community cares about.
She praised the deputy who responded for being professional, and said she asked him if she could meet the woman who made the call, but she was not available.
“The officer called her, we talked and she did apologize,” Bynum said, without specifying the race of the caller.
CNN has reached out to Bynum and the police department for comment. Bynum told local media that someone called 911 and reported that she was spending too much time at houses in the area.
In recent weeks, there have been a series of widely-publicized instances of police being called on black people engaging in regular activities. In one incident in Ohio, someone called the police on a 12-year-old boy for mowing the wrong lawn. | law |
http://newyorklegal.de/ | 2018-04-20T14:03:17 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-17/segments/1524125938462.12/warc/CC-MAIN-20180420135859-20180420155859-00635.warc.gz | 0.932779 | 199 | CC-MAIN-2018-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-17__0__141028396 | en | New York Legal is a collective of New York lawyers & business specialists offering unbundled services with offices in Berlin and New York. Unbundled means that we discuss how you can take on as much of the work as possible, significantly reducing costs and producing more bespoke outcomes.
The collective combines the expertise of practitioners in the areas of business transactions, copyright, intellectual property, moral rights, licensing, fiduciary obligations, foreign and domestic taxation, trusts and estates, commercial litigation, real property litigation, and immigration law.
We are at the forefront of alternative dispute resolution, mediation and arbitration. We can reframe and facilitate new approaches to issues, enabling parties to achieve enhanced outcomes without litigation.
You can use your computer or smartphone to have a secure virtual meeting via Clickmeeting™. We also streamline document exchange through Mycase™, an online platform that allows encrypted communication and document exchange. This means you can update and work with us from anywhere at any time. | law |
https://soldier4soldiers.com/va-loans/va-loan-guidelines | 2024-02-28T13:18:31 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474715.58/warc/CC-MAIN-20240228112121-20240228142121-00599.warc.gz | 0.968427 | 262 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__117494424 | en | To qualify for any VA Loan option, the Department of Veteran's Affairs require that the applicant be an Active Duty Service member, Reservist, National Guard member, or a Veteran meeting certain requirements. These Veterans are eligible for VA Loans after no-less than 90 Days of active duty service. Veterans that have 181 days of active duty service, no dishonorable discharge, and/or 90 days of active duty during war are eligible for VA Loans.
National Guard and National Reserve members are also eligible for these military loans after there competition of their initial contract or a complication of a military deployment.
As of April 15, 2021, National Guard members are now eligible for VA home loan benefits if they have performed not less than 90 cumulative days of full-time National Guard duty, of which, at least 30 of those days must have been consecutive. Full-time National Guard duty includes training or other duty in the member's status as a member of the National Guard of a State or territory, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or the District of Columbia, for which the member is entitled to pay from the United States or for which the member has waived pay from the United States. Full-time National Guard duty does not include inactive duty, such as monthly drills. It also does not include basic or initial training. | law |
https://heartchild.info/web/2013/03/17/safe-and-sustainable-reaction-to-the-high-court-ruling/ | 2023-09-21T09:41:16 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233505362.29/warc/CC-MAIN-20230921073711-20230921103711-00677.warc.gz | 0.960998 | 1,260 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__264766763 | en | Please see below a statement from Sir Neil McKay following today’s judgment in the High Court.
Thursday, 7th March 2013
Sir Neil McKay CB, Chair of the Joint Committee of Primary Care Trusts said:
“I am very disappointed with the Court’s decision. The pressing need to reform children’s heart services is long overdue and experts have cautioned that further delay in achieving the necessary change would be a major set back in improving outcomes for children with heart disease.
“The judgment focuses on a single matter of process, but the case for the reconfiguration of children’s heart surgical services remains strong. There is a rare consensus on the need for change right across the board – NHS staff, medical royal colleges, professional associations and national charities all support the case for fewer larger surgical centres, new national quality standards and stronger networks of care.
“The consultation – which we undertook with an honest and open mind – was the largest carried out by the NHS and respondents were staunch in their support of the need for change. There is nothing in the Court’s judgment that supports the Claimant’s accusations that the consultation was a “rubber stamping” exercise. The judge in fact found that:
“This was a comprehensive consultation, lasting a matter of months and prompting 77,000 responses. Thought and care was given to the consultation process both as to its content and implementation. When considered necessary, independent work or advice was commissioned; professional groupings provided advice when requested. Those responsible for, and involved in, the setting up and implementation of this process aimed to provide one which was informed, detailed and transparent”.
“This case has focused on a narrow technical point relating to whether 450 sub-scores generated by the Kennedy panel should have been available to respondents to consultation. The Joint Committee of PCTs itself chose not to examine the sub-scores as it did not believe that it had either the expertise or the evidence to second-guess the panel’s conclusions. For the same reason the sub-scores would not have assisted respondents to consultation. Respondents were provided swathes of documentary evidence to consider during consultation, including a detailed 155 page narrative report prepared by the panel.
“The panel members agreed their scores after a rigorous on site assessment of the surgical units. I believe that most respondents – of whom there were around 77,000 – would have been very surprised had the JCPCT chosen to substitute its own scores for those of the independent panel, which is in essence the foundation of the Claimant’s case.
“We do not yet know what the Court will decide in terms of next steps. We are making representations to the Court that it should not quash the decision in its entirety as the Claimant seeks. Once we have the Court’s judgment on this point we will strongly consider the possibility of appeal.
“The Claimant wishes for the NHS to abandon its plans for the reconfiguration of children’s heart services against the express wishes of the vast majority of respondents to consultation. I never forget that the purpose of our work is saving lives and improving quality of life for children, and on behalf of the NHS I want to reassure families, patients and clinicians that we remain as determined as ever to reconfigure services for children with congenital heart disease in the interests of better outcomes and a more safe and sustainable service for children and their families.”
What happens next?
Safe and Sustainable will continue. The NHS is determined to reconfigure services in England for children with congenital heart disease. Patients, families and NHS staff have waited too long for change. Professional associations, medical royal colleges, national charities and independent experts first called for change following the tragic circumstances of unnecessary deaths following heart surgery at Bristol nearly two decades ago.
We need to understand whether the Court will quash the JCPCT’s decision in its entirety, as the Claimant seeks, or whether it will impose a less draconian remedy. We are making representations to the Court that a quashing of the decision would be unfair and unnecessary. Once we have the Court’s judgment on this point we will strongly consider an appeal if we believe that this would enable us to reach a final decision on reconfiguring children’s heart services in a reasonable timeframe.
There are several elements of ongoing work of planning for implementation that will continue. The Clinical Implementation Advisory Group (comprising representatives of the relevant professional associations) will continue its work to develop new quality standards for Children’s Cardiology Centres and District Children’s Cardiology Services, and the development of Children’s Congenital Heart Networks.
Professor Terence Stephenson, Chairman of the Academy of Medical Royal Colleges, said:
“The Academy recognised that the Safe and Sustainable review concluded that fewer larger surgical centres and the development of local networks of care will improve cardiac services for children based on the evidence of their review of the evidence linking volume of cases to outcomes. Change remains a matter of urgency – it is 12 years since the report of the Bristol Inquiry was published and patients have waited too long for improvements to be made.”
Professor Sir Roger Boyle CBE, former national director for heart disease and stroke commented:
“After waiting so long for change and coming so close to making real improvements for children with congenital heart disease, it is very disappointing to hear that Save Our Surgery’s judicial review has been upheld on a technicality. There is widespread support among the medical royal colleges and professional associations for pooling children’s heart surgery into fewer, larger centres and developing networks of care. Parents and clinicians across the country have been calling for change for many years. The quality and safety of the service is paramount and further delay is most unwelcome. Making changes to NHS services is never easy but I call upon the NHS to redouble its efforts and ensure these vital improvements are introduced as quickly as possible. It’s incumbent on the NHS to see this through; anything short of that would be to fail children and their families across the country.” | law |
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http://specials-idleshare.blogspot.com/2008/11/car-accident-lawsuits.html | 2019-02-17T03:59:57 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-09/segments/1550247481612.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20190217031053-20190217053053-00201.warc.gz | 0.965141 | 2,066 | CC-MAIN-2019-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-09__0__192381283 | en | Despite significant safety improvements in automobile and in the design of roads, car accidents remain quite common. It is likely that any given person will be involved in at least one serious automobile accident during his or her lifetime. This article explores when a car accident may result in litigation.
If you are involved in a car accident, you may benefit from reviewing these suggestions about what to do after a car accident, and from consulting a personal injury lawyer.
Litigation After Car Accidents
Not every car accident will result in litigation. Where nobody is injured or injuries are minor, it may be possible to resolve all claims for medical care and property damage directly with the drivers' car insurance companies. The greater the damage or injury that results from a car accident, the more likely it is that a lawsuit will follow.
Causes of Car Accidents
There are a wide variety of possible causes for automobile accidents, including:
Driver Error - The most common cause of car accidents is driver error. Common errors which contribute to accidents include failure to yield the right of way, following too closely, driving at excessive speeds, unsafe passing, and disregard of traffic control devices.
Distractions - When the driver's attention becomes diverted from the road, the chances of an accident increase. Distractions may occur from outside of the car, such as when something at the side of the road draws a driver's attention. Distractions also occur inside cars, such as where the driver attempts to read or put on makeup while driving, change CD's in the CD player, dials a cellular phone, or attempts to parent an upset or unruly child.
Intoxication - Motorists whose ability to drive is impaired as a result of the consumption of alcohol or drugs are more likely to cause car accidents.
Bad Weather - Sometimes, bad weather conditions will contribute to an accident by interfering with visibility, diminishing traction on the road surface, or otherwise making it more difficult to drive a car. A driver should take the effects of the weather, such as strong cross-winds or slippery roads, into consideration when driving. Sometimes the weather will cause an unexpected hazard, such as black ice or flash flooding, which may not be detected by a driver until it is too late to avoid the hazard.
Road Design - A poorly designed roadway, intersection, or means of controlling traffic can at times cause or contribute to an accident. Poorly placed and poorly designed road signs or barriers can cause unnecessary injury when vehicles collide with them. At times, such defects will result in liability by the governmental agency responsible for the design and maintenance of the roadway, although governmental immunity may apply.
Road Conditions - The conditions of a roadway can be bad for a number of reasons, including weather, poor design or maintenance, or the presence of objects or debris on the roadway. Such factors can cause or contribute to accidents.
Vehicle Defects - At times an accident will result from a defect with a driver's vehicle, such as a tire blowout, brake failure, or other mechanical failure. Sometimes the injuries suffered in an accident will be made worse by a design or manufacturing defect with a vehicle, such as a design defect which makes an SUV more susceptible to rolling over in an accident or a gas tank more likely to ignite in a collision, or a manufacturing defect which causes a seatbelt to fail or an airbag to deploy improperly.
Most automobile accident litigation involves two vehicles, with a driver or passenger from the first vehicle claiming that the driver of the second vehicle caused the accident through negligent driving. Sometimes the litigation will involve the driver and passenger of a single vehicle, with the passenger claiming injury as a result of the driver's negligence. At times, litigation will be against a governmental agency which is alleged to have failed to properly design or maintain a roadway or intersection. Car accident litigation may also include a product liability claim against the manufacturer of a vehicle or part of a vehicle, alleging a design or manufacturing defect which contributed to the accident. A claim might also arise against a mechanic or service center whose work left a vehicle in a hazardous condition.
Special issues can arise in automobile litigation which make it more difficult to litigate a car accident claim, which make additional parties potentially liable for injuries, or which must be considered during the course of litigating a case. Special issues arising from the accident itself include:
Hit-and-Run Accidents: Where the driver who causes an accident fails to stop at the accident scene, it may be difficult for the victim of the accident to later identify the at-fault driver so as to bring a lawsuit.
Car-Pedestrian Accidents: Where a motor vehicle collides with a pedestrian, the pedestrian will often suffer catastrophic injury. Pedestrians often have difficulty making claims against drivers, with accidents frequently attributed to the conduct of the pedestrian.
Car-Motorcycle Accidents: Motorcycle drivers are susceptible to serious injury, even in collisions which would be relatively minor had they occurred between cars. Some suggest that motorcyclists suffer from a predisposition by juries to blame them for causing an accident, even where the driver of a car was clearly negligent.
Car-Bicycle Accidents: Bicyclists are vulnerable to serious injury when hit by cars, and are aslo susceptible to having drivers open car doors in front of them - a hazard which can cause them to be caterpaulted over the car door in a collision. Drivers often report that they did not see the bicyclist until after the collision, or that they misjudged the bicyclist's speed. Some bicyclists engage in very hazardous actions, such as ignoring traffic signals or riding on the wrong side of the road, making an accident much more likely. The most severe and lasting injuries to bicyclists tend to be head injuries, so helmet use is encouraged.
Bus Accidents: Bus accidents can be quite serious, given the size and mass of a typical bus, and the fact that passengers are usually unrestrained. Special issues can arise in accidents involving school buses, and in the context of loading and unloading passengers.
Semi Truck / Tractor-Trailer Accidents: The drivers of "big rigs" are subject to state and federal regulation, governing how many hours a day they can drive, how much sleep they are to get each night, and the condition and maintenance of their trucks. Drivers typically get paid by the mile driven, and thus have a strong incentive to ignore rules which limit their driving time. Obviously, when a semi truck causes an accident, the consequences to any smaller vehicle and its passengers can be devastating.
After-Market Vehicle Modifications: Where a vehicle has after-market modifications, such as being raised or lowered, having powerful or tinted headlights or foglights intalled, or window tinting, those modifications may affect both the safety of the vehicle for its occupants and the hazard posed by the vehicle to other drivers.
Accidents Caused by Road Debris: Where road debris causes an accident, whether in the form of objects or parts which have fallen off of vehicles, or debris that is kicked up from the roadway and collides with another vehicle, it can often be difficult to determine who was at fault for the presence of the debris on the road. States may also limit liability based upon how long the debris was on the road.
Special issues which may affect liability include:
Governmental Immunity: States may limit an injury victim's ability to sue when the driver of the vehicle that causes an accident is a governmental employee who is working at the time of the accident, or where the accident involves a government-owned vehicle.
Owner Liability: Where the driver of a vehicle has the owner's permission to operate that vehicle, many jurisdictions will hold the owner jointly liable for injuries caused by the driver's negligent operation of the vehicle.
Employer Liability: Where an employee is driving a vehicle "on the job", or as the lawyers might say "within the course and scope of employment", the employer may be jointly liable for injuries caused by the employee's negligent driving conduct.
Cellular Phone Usage: In a number of states, courts are increasingly receptive to the argument that where a driver who causes an accident is talking on a cellular phone, the call was work-related, and the driver's employer expects employees to handle work-related phone calls while driving, the employer may share liability for an accident caused by the employee.
The insurance problems car accident victims have with insurance coverage typically fall into three categories:
Uninsured Driver - Where the at-fault driver is uninsured, it can be difficult for a person who is injured in a car accident to obtain appropriate compensation. Where the injured person is uninsured, states are increasingly modifying their laws to limit the uninsured accident victim's right to sue for pain and suffering damages. Many drivers carry "uninsured motorist coverage" through their own automobile insurance policies, so that they have a source of compensation in the event that the other driver fails to carry insurance or cannot be identified.
Underinsured Driver - Similar to the uninsured driver, some drivers carry inadequate insurance coverage, often at the minimum level required by state law. Many states have very low insurance requirements, which unfortunately means that some of the worst drivers on the road carry inadequate coverage due to the high cost of insurance which results from their bad driving records. Some carinsurance companies offer underinsured motorist coverage, so drivers can protect themselves in the event that they are in an accident caused by somebody who carries inadequate coverage.
Insurance Company Bad Faith - When people make claims with their insurance companies, they sometimes run into difficulty with the insurance company's refusal to negotiate the claim fairly. For example, an insurance company may refuse to offer fair value for a "totaled" car. In "no fault" states, where drivers insure for their own accident-related medical care, it can involve the improper denial of coverage or reimbursement by the insurance company.
Statute of Limitations
Anybody who is considering bringing a legal claim as a result of a car accident should note that their ability to pursue their claim will be limited by the statute of limitations of the jurisdiction where the accident occurred. | law |
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He joined the Central Bank of India in 1965, moving to the Union Bank of India in 1969, where he worked for 28 years, and held a series of positions, including that of General Manager.
In 1996, he was appointed Executive Director of the Central Bank of India. He joined ICICI Bank in July 1997 as Executive Director, and was appointed Managing Director and CEO in 1998. Following the merger of ICICI and ICICI Bank in 2002, he served as Joint Managing Director of ICICI Bank.
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http://www.sherryfiester.com/experts.html | 2017-04-24T23:00:25 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917119995.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031159-00170-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.931523 | 1,278 | CC-MAIN-2017-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__293014799 | en | Sherry Fiester’s work is receiving recognition from experts and writers in the United States – and across the globe.
Barry Ernest, Author –“The Girl on the Stairs”
It is an unfortunate fact that persuasive myths abound when one studies the JFK assassination. The subject seems saturated with disinformation and literary garbage. My kudos go to Sherry, who takes the right approach here. She skillfully attacks and puts to rest some of the more blatant myths not with biased counter opinion, but with forensic truths. I’m a strong proponent of this method to solving the puzzle and so I greatly admire this book. It is a must read for those seeking facts instead of fallacy.
Barry Krusch, Author –“The Case Against Lee Harvey Oswald” and “The 21st Century Constitution”
One of the primary keys to understanding the JFK assassination case is understanding how the rules of the game were violated in practically every area; ludicrously substandard Secret Service protection, ludicrously substandard autopsy procedures, and a ludicrously substandard Dallas Police Department investigation. Sherry fills an important hole in JFK research, showing how the Dallas Police Department violated protocols that were in place as early as the 1950s. The reader can take this information and start to put the pieces of the puzzle together: could there really have been so many unintentional failures in so many different areas within a 24-hour period?
Cyril Wecht, MD, JD, Author –“From Crime to Courtroom,” “Mortal Evidence,” “A Question of Murder,” and “Cause of Death”
The passing of a half century has not dulled the intensity of interest and consternation regarding the death of President Kennedy. Indeed, as more information is tediously extracted from official government files and new technology is utilized in analyzing the scientific aspects of this matter, the percentage of Americans who reject the Warren Commission’s conclusion that Lee Harvey Oswald was a sole assassin continues to grow. Ms. Fiester’s fascinating, extensively researched book presents a powerful and cogent basis for repudiation of the WCR. A true literary dissection performed with a sharp analytical scalpel.
Ian Griggs (UK), Author –“No Case to Answer”
I have met many so-called “experts” during four decades spent researching the Dallas case, but Sherry Fiester has proven herself to be a genuine expert in the true and legal meaning of the word. “Enemy of the Truth” is a major contribution to the research community; proving Sherry is certainly doing her part in revealing the truth of what happened in Dealey Plaza.
Jim Marrs, Author – Crossfire, Our Occulted History, Rule by Secrecy and The Terror Conspiracy
Sherry Fiester separates scientific fact from informed speculation and uninformed theories. Follow Fiester’s lead as she takes the reader down the tortuous path of winding complexities of forensic science in relation to the Kennedy assassination as she explodes one myth after another.
Lamar Waldron, Author –“Watergate: The Hidden History” , “Ultimate Sacrifice” and “ Legacy of Secrecy”
Sherry Fiester’s excellent new book is sensible, well informed, and methodical—things that are often all too rare in books about the assassination of President Kennedy. Drawing on her extensive forensic and law enforcement background, her careful analysis uses the most recent studies and evidence to debunk important myths that still surround JFK’s shooting. Even when covering technical or complex issues, her book is easy to follow while still conveying important information. I highly recommend it.
Larry Hancock, Author –“Someone Would Have Talked,” “NEXUS,” and The Awful Grace of God”
Forensics science has advanced significantly in the decades following the 1964 inquiry into the death of President Kennedy. Contemporary scientific methods have invalidated or brought into strong question the techniques used in the assassination investigation. Yet, up to now no experienced, law enforcement criminalist has stepped up to the challenge of re-examining the President’s murder with current day knowledge – until now. In Enemy of the Truth, Sherry Fiester does just that; and anyone with even a passing interest in JFK’s murder needs to examine her analysis and conclusions.
Phil Dragoo, Historical researcher
I find Fiester's work to be quietly significant in the manner of an iceberg or tectonic shift with forensic analysis that provides all-important clarity. Her placement of the source for the head shot is stunning. So many grains at so many feet per second, at a certain angle to the horizontal with a given azimuth, entering the right temple, exiting the right occipital parietal, taking with it hope for peace.
Stuart Wexler, Author –“The Awful Grace of God”
Sherry Fiester’s treatment of the ballistics evidence is even-handed, accessible and insightful. She clears away the misconceptions about what the evidence shows and doesn’t show, opening up the reader to her informed and original approach to what happened in Dealey Plaza.
Vincent Palamara, Author –SURVIVOR'S GUILT: The Secret Service and The Failure To Protect The President and JFK: The Medical Evidence Reference
Fiester has written a masterpiece on the JFK assassination that embraces the scientific method, not just the same theory-driven work we see time and again from countless authors on this case. This is not a book you will read once and then consign to the dust bin of history; far from it. "Enemy of the Truth" is a fine work that you will find yourself refering to again and again.
William LeBlanc, Certified Forensic Crime Scene Investigator
Forensics can be a complicated subject, yet Fiester provides the reader with easily understood, accurate, information. Enemy of the Truth is so comprehensive in its approach, this work should be used in the instruction of all new crime scene investigators nationwide. | law |
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LAW No. 4039
Concerning domestic and stray companion animals and the protection of animals from any exploitation or use for economic profit.
President of the Greek Republic
We publish the following law which passed in the Greek Parliament
In order to enhance the application of the provisions of this law, the following definitions (shall) apply:
(a) An Animal is every living organism that has the capacity to experience feelings (sentient being) that lives on the land, air and sea or in any other aquatic ecosystem or wetland.
b) Well-being of an animal is the set of rules that humans must apply to animals, regarding
– their protection and good treatment, so that they don’t suffer and they are not in pain
– their stay in a dry and clean space, protected from weather conditions, without them being permanently tethered somewhere and live within inappropriate spaces/structures (e.g. made out of materials such as metal)
– the provision of medical care as well as food and water, according to their needs,
– their daily exercise or walk and in general regarding the care and respect humans must show to animals.
c) Companion animal is considered any animal that is kept or is intended to be kept by a human, mainly inside his residence for reasons of love for animals or companionship.
d) Domestic companion animal is every animal which is not considered wild, and is kept or is intended to be kept by a human, mainly inside his residence, for reasons of love for animals or companionship and is placed under the immediate care of its owner, holder or guardian. Dogs used for hunting, protection of herds, and guardianship of spaces, assistance and protection of people with disabilities are also considered companion animals, as well as search and rescue dogs and dogs used in the army and security forces.
e) Stray animal is considered any companion animal which is either homeless or is found outside the limits of its owner’s, keeper’s, or guardian’s residence and is not under his immediate supervision and control. Hunting and flock guarding dogs, as well as rescue and search dogs, are not considered stray animals during their hunting, training, flock guarding, search and rescue missions.
f) A companion animal is considered dangerous when it consistently demonstrates unprovoked aggressive behavior towards humans or other animals, as well as any animal suffering or is carrier of a severe infection, which can be transmitted to humans or other animals and is not treatable.
g) Small companion animal is a companion animal the weights not more than ten (10) kilos.
h) Stray animals shelter is a special facility, intended for the care and temporary stay of a large number of stray or unwanted companion animals.
i) Serious disease is any disease of imminent and of high risk towards human health or animal health (of the same or any other kind).
j) Circus is the temporary outdoor facility or tent, in which several types of entertaining shows and performances, which include music and dancing, take place and this for profitable purposes, in order to entertain the public. Animals also participate in these performances or not.
k) A travelling variety company with a diverse program is a group of people which carries out, on a permanent or temporary basis, various sequences of entertaining programmes, performances, small comical theatrical events, songs, dancing with various content and in which animals participate or not.
l) The competent authorities in charge of the Online Registration Database for companion animals and their owners are the authorities that ensure the correct implementation, functioning and surveillance of the entire system that consists of the electronic identification (micro chipping) and registration system for companion animals and their owners.
m) The Competent Authorities in charge of the Implementation and Monitoring of animal protection rules and of the (online) system as well as the registration process of companion animals and their owners are the authorities which, at District, Regional and Local (municipalities) level are responsible for the correct implementation and application of the Online Registration Database system for companion animals and their owners − in collaboration with the authorities of previous case (l) – as well as for the imposition of sanctions in case of non-compliance with regulations regarding animal protection.
n) Competent bodies that can certify/acknowledge infringements of the law are the institutions responsible for the acknowledgement of such infringements, discovered during the exercise of their monitoring duties (Municipal police, Special police for hunting clubs, employees of the Customs and Veterinary Health Inspection Stations)
o) The Competent Body responsible to carry out the electronic identification (microchipping) and registration process for companion animals and their owners on the Online Electronic Database is the veterinarian who, based on the procedure foreseen, by submitting an online request to the Directorate of Informatics of the Ministry of Rural Development and Food, is certified, acquires a special password for the online Electronic Database for the identification and registration of companion animals, he carries out the electronic identification process and registers the animals in question and their owners in the online Electronic Database, issues the health booklet or passport of the animal, in case the animal is to be transferred abroad, and updates the database with the necessary information.
1. Competent authority for the protection of animals and in charge to ensure compliance with the law regarding their welfare is the Directorate of Veterinary Affairs (KAFE) of the Ministry of Rural Development and Food. Competent authorities responsible for the management of the online Electronic Database for the registration of companion animals and their owners are the following:
- the Directorate of Veterinary Affairs (KAFE), which belongs to the Ministry of Rural Development and Food and
- the Directorate ‘’Informatics’’ of the Ministry of Rural Development and Food
2. Competent authorities in charge of the implementation and enforcement of animal welfare law and of the identification and registration system for companion animals and their owners are the Veterinary Directorates of the Directorate-General ‘’Regional Agricultural Economy’’, the Directorates of Rural Economy and regional Veterinary Units in the country as well as the Veterinary Services of the Municipalities and where these do not exist the offices of Agricultural Development of the corresponding Municipality.
3. Competent Body responsible for the implementation of the identification and registration process for companion animals and their owners on the online Electronic Database is the veterinarian, who is certified by the legal process referred to in article 4 of this law.
1. In order to implement the present law the Competent Authorities which are responsible for the Management of the Online Electronic Database for the registration of companion animals and their owners of article 2 of this law, have the following duties:
A. The Directorate of Veterinary Perception of Medicines and applications (KAFE) of the Ministry of Rural Development and Food:
a) to suggest the issuance of ministerial decisions, referred to in this law,
b) to issue circulars aiming to implement the electronic microchiping and registration of companion animals and their owners for every topic that concerns companion animals
c) in collaboration with the Directorate of Informatics of the Ministry of Rural Development and Food: AA) to control of the operation of the online electronic database, in which the various microchipping data of the companion animals and their owners BB) the enrichment of the online Electronic Registration Database of companion animals and their owners with the necessary information and to constant upgrade/update and CC) the granting of access codes to veterinarians, certified through the legal process.
B. the Directorate of Informatics of the Ministry of Rural Development and Food
a. to provide the necessary hardware/software infrastructure (central/host computers, network etc.) for the operation of the central online electronic database in which the microchiping data of the various companion animals and their owners are registered as well as the supply of detectors of the electronic instruments used for microchipping, foreseen in article 4 paragraph (4).
b. to ensure the constant functioning, the technical support, maintenance and protection of the electronic infrastructure, which supports the system.
c. has the obligation to backup data for security reasons, so that the elements recorded on the database are available for inspection for a period of at least three (3) years.
2. In order to implement this law the Competent Authorities of Application and Control of the microchiping and registration system for companion animals and their owners, of article 2(2) (shall) have the following responsibilities:
a. the cooperation with the Entity/body Implementing the michrochiping and registration of companion animals, in order to coordinate their actions and for the provision of technical instructions for the complete and homogenous application of the electronic microchipping and registration of companion animals.
b. the control and supervision of the Institution of Implementation of the michrochiping and registration of companion animals.
3. The Entity/body Implementing the microchipping and registration of companion animals and their owners, of article 2, paragraph 3, have the following duties:
a. to carry out the microchipping of companion animals with the use of appropriate means of electronic microchipping and registration of the date microchipping of the companion animals and their owners has taken place on the online Electronic Database and their constant update.
b. The responsibility to update/inform the animal owners and holders, with whichever appropriate way, for their obligations regarding the implementation/application of the electronic microchipping of companion animals and regarding the requirements of the present law regarding microchipping and registration of companion animals.
c. The issuing of a health booklet or pet passport after the animal is microchipped according to annexes 2 and 3, if the animal will be taken abroad, as well as the note of any change of owner, free of charge, during the Veterinary examination of the animal or during its vaccination.
Online Electronic Database for the electronic identification and registration of companion animals and their owners – Micro chipping, health book or passport
1. In the Directorate of Informatics of the Ministry of Rural Development and Food an Online Electronic Database for the identificaion and registration of companion animals and their owners is being created. In the online Electronic Database data referring to the recognition of companion animals (such as color, breed, sex, loss, delivery to another owner, death) are indexed by certified vets as well data referring to the recognition of their owner (such as name, address, telephone number and identity or passport or other equivalent document, such as driver’s license or insurance booklet), as the provisions ‘on personal data’ must be kept explicitly. Certification of veterinarians is achieved by submitting an electronic application to the Directorate of Informatics of the Ministry of Rural Development and Food and by the provision of an access code to the online Electronic Database to the applicant veterinarian. The Online Electronic Database is connected directly with the veterinary offices and in general with all locations where microchipping of companion animals is carried out. Certification of veterinarians from Directorates of Agricultural Economy and Veterinary practice of Regional Areas of the country is compulsory. In the online Electronic Database logical parameters correlating the number of animals per owner are introduced, to ensure animal welfare and compliance with basic sanitary rules.
2. the same requirements with regard to electronic microchipping and registration of data process for companion animals apply for electronic microchipping and registration of stray (not owned) companion animals.
3. a. Microchipping of each companion animal is mandatory, with the exception of dogs used as guardians of flocks, for which is it considered optional, under the condition that they do not participate in genetic improvement programs in order to improve and stabilise certain breeds. The costs of microchipping and registering of owned companion animals shall be borne by their owner and that of stray companion animals by the corresponding municipality or the animal welfare group or interfering body, which can/may purchase the electronic means for michrochipping directly from the market.
In the case of sensitive social groups ((AMEA) – PEOPLE with DISABILITIES – with a percentage of disability greater than or equal to 80%, large families, people with 3 children, single parents, the unemployed registered in the registers of the O.A.E.D., those who live out of the welfare allowance), companion animals owners bear only the costs of the electronic appliance used in microchipping and the remaining services are offered free of charge, when microchipping is carried out at a veterinary office or in special dispensaries at the municipalities, the inter-municipal centres and the Directorates of Agricultural Economy and Veterinary pracice at Regional Sections of the country.
For the realization of the electronic microchipping or the issuing of a health booklet or passport the owner of the owned animal is obliged to demonstrate to the veterinarian, who has been certified, his identity card or passport, or any other equivalent document, in order to confirm his personal data and so that the unique code of the microchipped companion animal becomes interlinked to elements to the animal owner’s metadata. The certified veterinarian shall provide to the owner of the animal, with no charge, certificate of registration and microchipping, based on the model of the annex 1, with the microchip number of the animal, its characteristics (gender, color, breed) and owner’s information (name, address, and telephone number and passport number or other official document).
b. The O.T.A. (Organisation of Municipalities and Local Authorities), in order to ensure the sustainability and correct operation of its infrastructure, which is related to the stray and owned animals’ management stray animals, may impose, upon a decision of the Council, contributory asset value, which cannot exceed the amount of three (3) euro, per microchipped animal. The aforementioned asset value is received and within thirty (30) days it is attributed to the closest OTA by the veterinarian who performed the microchipping and registration of the animal in the Online Database of the Ministry of Rural Development and Food providing also to the OTA by the veterinarian, copies of certified electronic identification.
4. The microchipping and identification of each animal is carried out with the positioning to the left side of the animal’s neck a system of electronic identification of the animal (transponder), which is a passive device of recognition of radio frequency read-only, in accordance with the prototype ISO 11784 and technology HDX or FDX-B and it can be read from a compliant reader compatible with prototype ISO 11785 and is recorded in the online Electronic Database for microchipping and registration of companion animals and their owners. The providers of the electronic means of microchipping, wholesale or retail are obliged to provide to the Greek market electronic means of microchipping according to the aforementioned requirements and instructions in the Greek language.
5. Electronic michrochipping and registration, the issuing of a passport or health booklet, in accordance with the examples of annex 2 and 3 are carried out by veterinarians who are certified to work legally in Greece, in veterinary offices or specially designated locations of cross-municipal centres, Directorates of Rural Economy and Veterinary of the Regions of the country as well as the animal protection groups. A health book is not required, if the companion animal in question already has a passport.
In case the microchipping of owned animals takes place at a veterinary office or a place which belongs to the OTA or out of cooperation with OTA, the owner of the animal apart from the cost for the electronic microchipping may have additional costs for the provision of microchipping services, which may be imposed, when determined by decision of the relevant OTA
6. The veterinarians who perform the electronic microchipping of owned companion animals, are obliged to check the functionality of the means of electronic microchipping and to use the instruments, which meet the requirements of paragraph 4. In case of a complaint because of use of means of electronic microchipping which do not comply with paragraph 4, the persons who possesses or uses these applications are obliged to provide full evidence to comply with paragraph 4, to the competent authorities (for control) and application of the system of article 2.
7. The owner of any pet animal is obliged to inform the veterinarian, who is certified to be responsible for the modification of the data recorded on the database and concern either him (such as name, address, phone ID number or passport number or other equivalent document) either the companion animals as such, which has declared its name (such as death, loss, delivery to another owner), at the latest within 15 days after the change with the aim to update the information of the Electronic database. In every case of necessary change of owner, it is necessary to note it down to the health booklet or animal passport, free of charge, during the annual veterinary examination of the animal or its vaccination, that that the electronic database is updated.
8. The completion of the data in the health booklet of the animal or passport is carried out in manuscript (handwritten) or through the application of the Electronic database. The sole code of electronic microchipping of the companion animal in question, is written down in its health booklet or passport, in manuscript or via the identification label.
9. In order to identify the owners of companion animals that are microchipped for the control of the health booklet or passport and in general the application of the present article the services of the Municipal Police, the Hunting Control Authority of the hunting associations and the officers of Customs and Veterinary Health Control stations (SYKE) are supplied with necessary / appropriate detectors, whose market expenditure is borne by the Ministry of Rural Development and Food.
10. Not later than one month after the publication of this law, the Pan-hellenic Veterinary Association, is obliged to deliver in electronic form, compatible with the Online Electronic database, the data of owners and microchip codes of companion animals, which the vet has begun recording prior to the date the present law came into force, while constantly maintain access to the aforementioned database through a designated password. Moreover, an access code is also provided to the OTA so that they too can have control over owned or stray animals within their administrative boundaries.
11. The Online Electronic database for microchipping and registering of companion animals and their owners will start to function one month after the date of publication of the present law in the Journal of the Government.
12. By decision of the Minister of Rural Development and Food the terms upon which the electronic database was created in particular regarding issues relating to the certification process and provision of a password to the parties responsible to carry out microchipping and registration of animals and their owners in the electronic online database, as well as any other matter concerning the organisation and functioning of the database.
Responsibilities of a companion animal’s Owner
1. The owner of a companion animal is obliged:
a) to arrange that the animal is microchipped and registered, and to see to it that its health booklet is also published before the animal abandons its place of birth and definitely within a period of two months after its birth, or within one month after its founding or its adoption, as well as for the placement of a metal tag, provided every year by the veterinarians during the animal’s annual vaccination against rabies, on a visible place on the animal’s collar.
b) to declare within five days the loss of the animal to a veterinarian who has been certified to access the online Electronic Database for Microchipping and Registration of companion animals and their owners.
c) to follow the rules that enhance the animal’s welfare and to care for its veterinary examination, which is proven by the vet’s notes in the animal’s health booklet or its passport, as well as to ensure the animal has comfortable, healthy and suitable accommodation, accustomed to its natural way of living, allowing it to be able to stand in a natural upright way, without hampering its natural movements and its ability to exercise as much as it is necessary to maintain its health and welfare.
d) to always have with him the animal’s passport if you are travelling with your animal abroad, which must be in conformity with the Annexes 2 and 3,
e) to not abandon his animal, while in case he wishes to leave it he must inform the competent Office of the municipality of his place of residence about his intention, to hand the animal in to the competent office, and to obtain from a certified veterinarian a copy of the modified status of its registration on the Online Electronic database for microchipping and registration of companion animals, where the municipality will be considered / noted as the temporary owner of the currently stray animal.
f) to ensure the immediate cleaning of the animal’s faeces of the animal, except in the case of assistance dogs
g) to ensure that the animal is sterilized, if he does not want to keep the newborn animals, or may not be able to find new owners for them.
2. The owner of the pet is liable for any damage or loss caused by the animal, in accordance with article 924 of the (Civil Code- Astikos Kodikas). For stray animals, other than those referred to in paragraph 5 of article 9, the responsibility shall be borne by the Municipality concerned.
3. Especially the dog owner: a) shall see to it that his dog is always accompanied when walked b) must take the appropriate measures to prevent his dog from leaving his property and entering into another property or in public spaces.
4. The owner of a hunting dog, either during hunting or during any other outing together with the dog for the aforementioned purpose, is required to carry with him an up-to-date health book or passport of the dog. The obligations of 1st and 2nd case in the preceding paragraph shall not apply to assistance dogs, as well as for dogs used for guarding flocks, hunting dogs and search and rescue dogs during the guarding of the herd, hunting, training and search and rescue, respectively.
5. The hunting license is removed from every hunter whose dog, used in hunting, is not microchipped in accordance with subparagraph I of paragraph 1 and whose microchip number has not been registered in handwritten form or with an identification tag in its health booklet or passport, until the animal is microchipped. The means of transport used in this case, must be appropriate with adequate space, lighting and airing and to satisfy the physiological needs of the animal.
6. Apart from the areas designated in accordance with the procedure laid down in article 57 of the n. 2637/1998 ‘’Recommendation for Accounts Certification Agency, Paying Agency and control of Community Aid Orientation and Guarantee, Certification and Supervision Agency of agricultural products, Directorate-General and positions of staff in the Ministry of Agriculture and « Rural Land Development Company » S.a. Ucc and other provisions» (first 200), in hunting areas under supervision it is allowed to set only limited workout space for dogs and skill competitions for hunting dogs may take place according to the terms and conditions laid down, in both cases, by joint decision of the Minister of Environment, Energy and Climate Change and Minister of Rural Development and Food.
7. After 30 days from the publication of this law have passed, the publication of any notice/advertisement regarding sale, adoption, or donation of companion animals without mention of the animal’s microchip number is prohibited in any kind of printed material, flyers, posters, or websites”.
8. a. It is forbidden to import companion animals in Greece that have not been micro-chipped. The microchip data of imported animals (microchip code and name of importer), from countries outside the EU are recorded at points of entry into Greece and the online electronic database of the Ministry of Rural development and food is directly updated.
- Removal of the microchip device from the owner or any other person or vet from the companion animal is forbidden (in order to avoid the phenomenon of abandonment of the animal).
Rearing, breeding and marketing of companion animals
1. Any natural or legal person or Association of persons involved in rearing, breeding or selling of companion animals for commercial purposes must be equipped with a corresponding permit allowing its establishment and operation, issued by the Directorate General of Regional agricultural economy and Veterinary Practice of the immediate Region, in which his residence or seat is located, must be subject to the surveillance of the aforementioned authority and to comply with the conditions laid down in presidential decree 184/1996. For the granting of authorisation for rearing, breeding and marketing of companion animals, the rules on welfare, safety rules, the rules providing adequate veterinary perception on the animals and the provisions of s. 604/1977 and s.p. 4 must be complied with. The dogs and cats that are bred reared, or the ones destined to be sold have a health book or passport, must be microchipped and registered in the online Electronic Database referred to in article 4. Within spaces built for rearing, breeding or marketing of the animals must comply with all the rules on welfare, security and provide adequate veterinary care. When more than two female dogs used for breeding are bred, or more than two births per year take place among dogs used for breeding, compulsory licensing is required for reproduction, breeding and marketing of companion animals. For every female breeding dog records must be kept. Female breeding dogs should not be not be reproduced before the second reproductive cycle and never before a period of nine months after the last date of birth. Reproduction is also prohibited after the 9th year of the age of the animal.
2. It is not allowed to select for breeding purposes companion animals whose anatomical and physiological characteristics or attributes of behaviour may, depending on the species and breed, be proven harmful for the health and well-being of the female breeding dog and its descendants. The determination of harmful characteristics is done by decision of the Minister of Rural Development and Food.
3. The sale of companion animals less than eight (8) weeks old is not allowed.
4. Authorization for breeding, reproduction and marketing of companion animals, as well as authorization for dog training (license as dog instructor) is decided by decision of the Minister for rural development and food and any other competent Minister regarding the specific terms and conditions which must be met by the breeding spaces, as regards facilities, living quarters or subsistence animal welfare conditions and the equipment needed, per animal species, the competent supervisory authority, the control mechanism and sanction system, as well as any other relevant matter.
5. Upon the sale of an animal, the “Declaration of purchase of an animal by a new owner’ is signed between the seller and the buyer/new owner, according to the model of ‘Declaration of purchase of an animal’ of annex 5.
Organisation of exhibitions with companion animals
- Any natural or legal person or Association of persons which organises exhibitions with companion animals must possess a relevant authorization which is issued by the competent Veterinary Services of the …. Municipality and where this has not been established by the Office of Agricultural Development of the municipality.
- During the exhibition pets must be under the direct supervision of the owner, keeper or escort, which must not cause fear or pain. Companion animals which manifest aggressive behavior towards other animals or humans, are required to wear a muzzle or must be removed from the exhibition. The presence of a veterinarian is compulsory throughout the duration of the exhibition.
- Companion animals which participate in exhibitions must be microchipped and registered and their escorts must carry their health booklet or the health passport with them, showing that they are vaccinated and have undergone recent external and internal deworming.
- It is prohibited for mutilated animals to participate in any kind of exhibition.
Keeping companion animals at home
- It is allowed to keep (owned) companion animals in every home. In apartment buildings, consisting of two apartments and more, the keeping of companion animals is allowed in every apartment provided that they:
a) reside in the same compartment as the owner, b) do not remain permanently on the verandas or the open spaces of the apartment c) their stay in the apartments of the apartment building is subject to compliance with the rules on welfare, health and police regulations on public nuisance and d) they are electronically microchipped, registered and have a health book.
The keeping of companion animals cannot be prohibited because of the apartment building’s regulation, if the aforementioned conditions are respected. According to the same regulation the maximum number of animals permitted in each apartment may be limited to two (2) animals.
2. It is allowed to keep companion animals which have been microchipped and registered legally and carry a health book in houses/residences on the condition that the rules of good treatment and animal welfare are complied with, as well as the current sanitary provisions and police regulations on public nuisance.
3. It shall be prohibited to maintain and keep companion animals in public spaces of an apartment building. However, it is allowed to keep them in the front entrance area (piloti), on the roof, in the akalypto horo, in the garden, as long as a unanimous decision of the General Assembly supports this.
4. The aforementioned arithmetic constraints apply only to dogs and cats. Regarding other pets, the conditions set out in paragraph 2 must be complied with.
Gathering and management of stray companion animals
1. The Municipalities are obliged to care for the collection and management of stray companion animals, in accordance with this article. This competence may be exercised also by coalitions of municipalities, as well as by animal welfare associations and groups in collaboration with the competent Municipality, as long as they have the infrastructure, consisting of the existence of adequate installations or vehicles intended to carry the animals and human resources with experience in animal handling. By decision of the Minister for rural development and food the type and the number of installations and vehicles is set/determined as well as the experience the human resources, the animal welfare associations and groups, must possess to be able to perform of the responsibilities of this paragraph.
2. For the aforementioned purpose each Municipality or neighbouring or cooperating Municipalities establish and operate municipal or cross-municipal dispensaries of veterinary medicine and shelters for stray companion animals stray animals, allowing cooperation with animal welfare groups and associations interested to join, as well as volunteers who care about animals, in private or commissioned or assigned from the public sector. Municipalities may also receive financial assistance from public or private bodies in order to facilitate the establishment and operation of shelters. Shelters of stray companion animals are places of temporary residence and care of the animals and their establishment and functioning shall be governed by the provisions regarding accommodations for animals n. 604/1977 and presidential decree 463/1978. Checking compliance with the conditions of their operation is exercised by the competent Regional Directorate-General of agriculture and veterinary medicine, in accordance with article 12 of 604/1977. The administrative fines foreseen by paragraph 2 of the same article vary accordingly from 1,000 to 10,000 Euros. Under the supervision of the Municipalities shelters or dispensaries of veterinary medicine for stray companion animals may be established and operate, and from animal welfare groups and associations, which have the appropriate veterinary personnel (1 veterinarian per 50 animals), the technical infrastructure, the facilities and the equipment needed, in accordance with the provisions of s. 604/1977 and presidential decree 463/1978.
3. for the collection of stray companion animals teams of trained and experienced people in capturing companion animals are formed, who are driven and supervised in their work by a veterinarian, as designated by the competent Veterinary services of the municipality and, wherever this has not been established, by the Office of Agricultural Development of the corresponding Municipality or by the Directorate of Agriculture Economy and Veterinary medicine of the Regional Section.
4. stray companion animals that are collected, are transported in parts to existing shelters for stray companion animals, municipal dispensaries of veterinary medicine, or in exceptional cases to private dispensaries of veterinary medicine, with appropriate infrastructure, and they can accommodate them temporarily and for a reasonable period until their recovery, they are subjected to veterinary examination, are sterilised, microchipped as stray companion animals and are registered ion the online electronic database. If the Veterinary examination shows that they are injured or suffering from curable disease, they are submitted to appropriate medical treatment.
If the animals are found to be dangerous or that they suffer from an incurable disease or that are completely incapable to keep themselves alive due to old age or because of invalidity, and to keep them alive is contrary to the rules of their welfare and the animal welfare groups of the area deny to take them under their care, supervision and handle their adoption, then those animals are euthanised.
5. Stray companion animals when collected and it is confirmed by the number of their microchip that they have an owner, who has declared or neglected to declare their absence, are returned to him.
6. When stray companion animals are collected and found to be healthy or have become healthy again after a certain treatment, as well as those coming by tradition from their owner thereof may be adopted by adults or by animal welfare associations which operate legally.
7. In any event, companion animals which are adopted are directly microchipped and registered on the online Electronic Database with complete details of the provisional and the definitive owner, and subjected to external and internal deworming and vaccination. When an animal is given for adoption, the “Declaration of Adoption of the animal by a new owner’’ is signed between the Manager of the sanctuary or animal welfare group and the new owner, in accordance with the model ‘ Declaration of animal Adoption’ of Annex 4.
8. When a stray companion animal is adopted by a new owner who is not a permanent Greek resident, the animal is delivered directly to the new owner provided that the animal has been neutered, microchipped and registered in the online electronic database with complete details of the holder which are confirmed/proven by an official document of the holder. It is forbidden to maintain and keep these animals in shelters outside Greece.
9. Companion animals under the age of five (5) months, which have not been adopted provisionally remain in animal shelters, run by the Municipalities or the local cross-municipal centers and the animal welfare groups / bodies and associations collaborating with them, until the animals become five (5) months old, and receive the necessary veterinary care. Companion animals which are adopted and in accordance with veterinarian’s judgement are deemed healthy, they are directly reintegrated into their own environment, within the administrative boundaries of the municipality in the area of which they were taken in, after it is checked that they are microchipped and that they were submitted to de-worming, vaccination and neutering.
10. When stray animals are reintegrated into their natural environment the density of the stray animals’ population of the area in which they are placed is taken into account beforehand. The Municipalities together with the animal welfare groups/bodies and associations collaborating with them, bear the responsibility to supervise and care for the reintegrated stray animals. In order to do that they may also create feed and water supply points for these animals. Reintegration of strays is not allowed in areas with hospitals, schools, sports centres, motorways, expressways, ports, airports and archaeological sites.- The decision of the five members Chamber Committee of paragraph 12 of this article regulates the procedures determining the density of the stray animals population in the area where the animals are placed/ reintegrated, as well as the delimitation of areas which may not be used for this purpose.
11. The sterilization/neutering of stray companion animals, as well as their microchipping and registration are carried out free of charge by volunteers and foreign experts who fulfill all necessary conditions in order to be able to legally pursue the profession of veterinary surgeon in Greece, in accordance with EU and national legislation. The neutering can also take place in mobile facilities, appropriate for veterinary use. Mobile veterinary facilities are authorised by the competent Veterinary services of the Municipality, and where this has not been issued by the Office of Agricultural Development of the relevant Municipality, where the veterinarians will be working in, if the requirements laid down in the Decree of the Ministry of rural development and food, issued in accordance with the arrangements issued in paragraph 13, are fulfilled. The foreign volunteer veterinarians in order to perform neutering of stray animals, can also use the facilities of the offices of the Directorates, Departments and the competent Veterinary Services of the region, the Regional section or the municipality, as long as there are spaces available, under the supervision of a certified veterinarian. These facilities are offered for a specified period of time, with the prior notification of a month and the approval from the heads of the relevant services.
12. In each Municipality a five member Monitoring Committee is established by decision of the Mayor, which is put together in order to monitor the programme of stray animals management, two members of which are appointed by the most representative animal welfare groups and associations which are located in the municipality or in the relevant Regional section. The Commttee admitted a compulsory (1) veterinarian and one (1) representative of a hunting Club located in the municipality or the relevant Regional section. The aforementioned Committee decides on the hazard of a companion animal, according to the definition in paragraph 6 of article 1 of the present law, and addresses the problems arising from the management of stray animals. The Municipalities, regional sections and Regions create a network of information for the citizens on the animals available for adoption.
14. In accordance with the presidential decree issued upon the proposal of the Ministers of Finance, Interior and Rural Development and Food:
a) the terms and conditions for the granting of an operating license to establish sanctuaries/refuges for stray companion animals, provided for in law 604/1977 and presidential decree 463/1978, to the municipalities from the Region, may be modified, new or additional terms and conditions for the operation of shelters may also be established, as well as the time needed for adaptation of the already operating shelters for stray companion animals and
b) the municipality, Municipal associations, which are granted for the establishment and operation of a shelter, are determined, the level, the process and the prerequisites of funding for the aid and any other relevant matter.
Movement and Transport of pet animals
1. the movement and transport of pet animals is governed by the provisions of Regulation (EC) No 998/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council of the 26th May 2003 ” on the animal-health requirements applicable to non-commercial movement of companion animals and on the amendment of the Council Directive 92/65/EEC’’ of Regulation (EU) 388/2010 of the European Commission of the 6th May 2010 of Council Regulation (EC) No 1/2005 of 22nd December 2004 ‘’on the protection of animals during transport’’, as well as by the provisions of presidential decree 184/1996 (A’ 137).
2. With regard to more favourable rules of the Traffic and Circulation Code (K.O.K) and of Public Transportion, the transport of small companion animals is allowed in all road, rail and fixed rail means of public transport, as well as in taxis and passenger ships, as long as the animals are placed in secure transport cages and accompanied by the owner or possessor. Guide dogs can be transported without a transport cage and regardless of their size as long as they bear a muzzle and leash.
3. Passenger ships must have clean cages, protected from adverse weather conditions, for the transport of large pets.
4. Paragraphs 1 and 2 shall not apply during the movement or transport, carried out by teams responsible for the gathering of stray animals and the teams of animal transport of article 9 to and from the dispensaries of veterinary medicine, the veterinary clinics and shelters within the country’s territory
Prevention of access of companion animals to waste and gathering of dead animals
1. The operators of slaughterhouses, butchers, hospitals, army camps, food disposal shops catering facilities and general health sites of interest are obliged to take appropriate measures to prevent the access of stray animals to the waste of their establishments.
2. The services which, in accordance with the relevant provisions are responsible for the cleanliness of roads, of national provincial and urban network, are directly obliged to remove dead animals from the streets and sidewalks and to ensure that their incineration or landfill is carried out, according to national and Community provisions. Incineration stations for companion animals are established and operated by Municipalities and Joined Municipalities.
3. The Presidential Decree, issued on the proposal of the Ministers of the Interior, Health and Social Solidarity and Rural Development and Food, lays down the appropriate measures and obligations of the operators referred to in paragraph 1 in order to achieve the prevention of access of companion animals to waste and of services of competent bodies referred to in paragraph 2 and for the gathering of dead animals. The disposal of dead companion animals (incineration, landfill, etc.) is carried out in accordance with the applicable national and Community law.
Ban of use of any animal to every kind of entertaining shows, events and other relevant activities
1. It is prohibited to retain any kind of animal in the circus or in a circus with a varied program, if these animals are used in any way and for any purpose in their programme, they take part in shows, or parades, or appear in front of the public.
2. It shall be prohibited to retain any kind of animal in recreational games, car racing platforms, musical concerts, exhibitions, fairs or other artistic or entertaining festivities/events, where animals are used in whatever way for whichever purpose in their programme.
3. Fish rearing, education/training and use of animals for any kind of fights shall be prohibited as well as the rearing and use of dogs and cats for fur, skin or meat for the manufacture of medicinal or other substances.
1. Out of the prohibitions laid down in article 12, paragraphs 1 and 2, the following institutions are excluded: legally operating zoos, aquariums, pet shops, care centers of species of wild fauna and game breeding facilities, governed by special provisions, provided that no shows involving animals are taking place in the aforementioned locations.
2. The provisions of article 12 (shall) apply taking into account article 7, as well as taking into account special provisions relating to racing horse and horse racing.
Competent authority responsible for the application of article 12 is the Organization of Local Self-Government, which issues the authorization/business licenses or carrying out of performance/event in accordance with article 81 of n. 3463/2006.
1. In cases where for-profit, entertainment or artistic performances, music, theatre or other related art or other artistic or recreational events or programs from the ones mentioned in Article 12, a special license is required; the license applicant must submit to the authority competent to issue the permit and affirmation of Law 1599/1986 that he doesn’t keep animals on the premises for use in any way in the program or event without prejudice to the exceptions listed in Article 13.
2. The competent authority of Article 14 has the right to make spot checks at the site of the company at any time before or after the issuance of the permit, in order to determine whether the provisions of this law are fulfilled. During the audit, the authority may request the assistance of the police, if necessary. The company is obliged to assist the authority in the course of the audit. In case of refusal to assist the authority, the operating license is not granted or, if it is already granted, it is revoked.
3. The authority of Article 14 is responsible for receiving and examining complaints of others, individuals or associations, concerning infringements of the provisions of Article 12 of the present law. In case of a complaint the authority is obliged to make spot check at the site
during the next business day at the latest.
- With prejudice to cases especially foreseen within the existing EU and national legislation, and the provision of the third sentence of paragraph 4 of Article 9 the following acts are prohibited: torture, abuse, poor and brutal treatment of any animal species, and any act of violence against him, such as especially poisoning, hanging, the drowning, burning, crushing and amputation. The neutering of the animal and any veterinary
act with a therapeutic aim, is not considered amputation of the animal.
- It is prohibited, except in films and in general audiovisual material with an educational purpose, the sale, marketing and exhibition – online circulation of audiovisual material, such as videos or other type of film or photographic material that shows any act of violence against animals, as well as sexual intercourse between animals or between animals and humans for profit or sexual gratification of people who attend or participate in them. This prohibition includes the case of dueling between animals.
- If a pet injured in a traffic accident, the perpetrator of this act is obliged to immediately notify the relevant municipality, in order to provide to the injured animal the necessary veterinary care.
Development and implementation of programs aiming to prevent and control/cure zoonoses
1. The prevention and treatment of diseases transmitted from animals to humans or to other animals of the same or to another species, is carried out through specific programs, compiled by the General Directorate of Veterinary Affairs of the Ministry of Agricultural Development and Food and are implemented by the veterinary
services of the local government.
2. If rabies occurs in an animal, the General Directorate of Veterinary Affairs may take additional steps either in a particular region of the country or across the Territory other than those provided by the provisions of Laws 1197/1981 and 2017/1992.
3. By decision of the Minister of Agricultural Development and Food the veterinary health rules and conditions relating to the prevention of risk of invasion or escape to the country of epizootic diseases are determined.
Education, training, promotion of animal welfare
1. The competent authorities of the Ministry of Agricultural Development and Food in cooperation with other bodies/agencies ensure: a) to organize training seminars and to promote from the media, informative and educational programs of individuals who are owners or possess a companion animal and people engaged in farming, education, trade and keeping of those animals as well as to inform local communities and groups about the content of the provisions concerning the protection of animals, b) to promote, raise awareness, and develop the idea of animal welfare in kindergartens and schools with events, lectures, screenings, seminars addressing the handling of stray animals and other appropriate educational programs.
2. By joint decision of the Ministers of Finance and Rural Development and Food activities referred to in the preceding paragraphs can be financed and terms and conditions for such funding can be determined accordingly.
Additional provisions regarding animal protection
1. By order of the competent prosecutor the companion or other type of animal of an individual who has breached the provisions of Article 5 paragraph 1 a, b and c and Article 16 is removed temporarily or permanently from him, and the animal is given to the shelter of the relevant municipality or to other animal-friendly company or association interested to take him. If the treatment the animal has undergone was particularly brutal and caused severe pain or fear to it, its removal is permanent. By order the prosecutor may also prohibit the acquisition of another animal to the offender.
2. The competent prosecutor when dealing with a publication or complaint can, with an on-site inspection, verify/assess/ascertain the conditions of a stray animal shelter or farm, and if those are not compatible with the requirements defined in Article 9 and the special provisions governing their operation, he can, with a temporary arrangement, define measures to be taken by the owner of the shelter or kennel, and the period within which the owner to comply with those measures.
1. The illegal trade of companion animals according to the terms of the present law (Article 6, paragraph 1 and Article 10 paragraph 1) is punished with imprisonment of at least
a year and a fine of five thousand (5,000) euros to fifteen thousand (15,000) euros.
2. Violators of the provisions of paragraphs a and b of Article 16 are punishable by imprisonment of at least one year and a fine of five thousand (5,000) to fifteen thousand (15,000) euros.
3. Violators of the provisions of Article 12 are punishable with imprisonment up to two years and a fine of five thousand (5,000) to fifteen thousand (15,000) euros.
4. Violators of the provision of case b of paragraph 8 of Article 5 as well as the theft of any companion animal is punished with imprisonment up to six months and a fine of up to three thousand (3,000) euros, while the theft of a hunting dog or assistance dog is punished with imprisonment up to one year and fine of five thousand (5,000) up to eight thousand (8,000) euros.
5. In the cases described in the preceding paragraphs, the report of acknowledgment of the offense, which is drawn up by a competent authority, is forwarded on the same day to the municipality responsible for the enforcement of the administrative sanctions and fines foreseen.
6. In case of recidivism the fines foreseen in paragraphs 1, 2 and 3 are doubled.
Administrative penalties and fines
The administrative penalties and fines imposed for violations of the provisions of this law are listed in the Table below.
Administrative penalties and fines
In case of violation of the provisions of the present law the following fines are imposed:
|Failure to provide the appropriate municipality with a copy of the Certificate of electronic identification||Article 4 par. 3 point b||300 euros|
|Failure to microchip and register a companion animal within the time limit required, or to declare the loss of a companion animal||Article 4 par. 7|
Article 5 par. 1
Point a300 eurosFailure to follow/comply with the rules of ensuring the welfare of the companion animal or to ensure its veterinary examinationArticle 5 par. 1
Point c)300 eurosAbsence of a passport / health booklet of the in case of travel abroad or before the animal leaves its place of birthArticle 5 par. 1
Point d)300 eurosAbandonment of the animal without complying with provisions par.1 point b) and e) of Article 5 and avoidance of sterilization of the animal, without complying with provisions par.1 point g) of Article 5Article 5 par. 1
Point b), e) and g)300 eurosFailure to place metal tag on the animal or failure to clean the environment from the animal’s excretaArticle 5 par. 1
Point a) and f)100 eurosFailure to comply with the rules ensuring a safe walk for the dog, or cause of damage by a dog or failure to take appropriate measures in order to prevent a dog from leaving the property of his master/companion/ guardianArticle 5 par. 2 and 3300 eurosLack of an updated passport or health booklet of a hunting dog during transport of the animalArticle 5 par.4300 eurosPublication of an advertisement concerning companion animals to be given for adoption or free of charge concession/allowance or purchase of such an ad to a newspaper, leaflet or website without mentioning the animals microchip number or the coordinates of the animal welfare group which is promoting the animalArticle 5 par.7300 eurosbillboard an advertisement concerning companion animals to be given for adoption or free of charge concession/allowance or purchase without mentioning the animals microchip number or the coordinates of the animal welfare group which is promoting the animalArticle 5 par 7300 eurosEntrance of a companion animal which is not microchipped to the Greek TerritoryArticle 5 par.8
point a)300 eurosRemoval of microchip device by the owner or another person or the veterinarianArticle 5 par.8
Point b)3.000 euros and removal /confiscation of license to perform the veterinarian professionRearing, breeding or sale of companion animals for marketing reasons without a permitArticle 6 par.13.000 eurosFailure to microchip and register dogs and cats that are being reared, bred or soldArticle 6 par.13.000 eurosSale of companion animal younger than 8 weeks of ageArticle 6 par.31.000 euros per animal soldStay of companion animals destined for breeding, reproduction or sale for marketing reason in unsuitable space/premises, failure to follow animal welfare and safety rules and lack of necessary veterinary careArticle 6 par.12.000 eurosFailure to maintain updated health booklets/ passports for companion animals destined to be bred, reproduced or sold for marketing reasonsArticle 6, par.11.000 euro for the first animal without a passport, with an additional fine of 10% for each of the following onesFailure to maintain records for every female animal used for reproduction/breeding in the breeding premises, which should be open for supervision/control at any momentArticle 6 par.11.000 euro for the first animal, with an additional fine of 10% for each of the following onesImpregnation of female, breeding dogs before their second reproductive cycle takes place, and especially not earlier than 9 months pass after their last labour.Article 6 par.11.000 euro for the first animal, with an additional fine of 10% for each of the following onesOrganisation of exhibitions with companion animals without permitArticle 7 par.15000 euros per day of the exhibitionCausing fear or pain to a companion animal during an exhibition or failure to provide direct supervision of a companion animal during the exhibition or failure to use a muzzle or to provide protection from an animal expressing violent behavior.Article 7 par.21.000 euro per animalFailure to microchip and register a companion animal that participates in an exhibition and participation of a mutilated animalArticle 7 par.3 and 41.000 euro per animalFailure to maintain updated health booklets/passports of animals participating in an exhibitionArticle 7 par.31.000 euro for the first animal, with an additional fine of 10% for each of the following onesa) failure to keep animal welfare rules, provisions regarding health and compliance with rules of maintaining neighborhood peacefulness for companion animals that are kept in residence houses and apartment buildingsArticle 8 par.1 and 2300 euros per animalKeeping and stay of an animal in the common spaces or in the garden of an apparment buildingArticle 8 par.3300 euro per animalMovement or transport of companion animals when violating the provisions of Regulation 998/2003Article 10 par.1500 eurosMovement or transport of more than 5 companion animals which is violating the Penal Code (P.D) 184/1996 and Regulation 1/2005Article 10 par.11000 eurosTransport of a companion animal with a means of public transport without following the rules indicated in Article 10 par.2Article 10 par.2300 euro per animalLack of use of suitable cages in passenger ships in order to transport large companion animalsArticle 10 par.35.000 eurosFailure to take appropriate measures to prevent companion animals to have access to garbage from those responsible in article 11 par.1Article 11 par.1600 eurosKeeping of an animal in a circus or variety show for any purpose or under any context as well as participation in a show or parade or exhibition to the public.Article 12 par.120.000 euros for every animal keptKeeping of an animal in a company as indicated in article 12 par.2 if it is used in whichever way or for whichever reason in the company’s programmeArticle 12. par.210.000 euros for every animal keptKeeping of an animal in an outdoor public exhibition with the aim to obtain financial benefit — for a profitable purpose— in order to make profitArticle 12 par.35.000 euros for every animal used for this purposeBreeding, training and use of an animal in any kind of animal fightArticle 12 par.410.000 euro per animalBreeding or/and use of a dog or cat in order to produce fur, skin, meat or for the manufacturing of pharmaceutical or other substancesArticle 12 par.310.000 euro per animalAbuse, torture, abuse or animal cruelty and any act of violence inflicted upon an animal, the sale, marketing and exposure/circulation via the internet of any type of audiovisual material, in which any act of violence against an animal as well as sexual intercourse between animals or between animal and human for profitable reasons or sexual gratification of those watching or participating in the aboveArticle 16 par.a’ and par.b’30.000 euros per animal and per incidentAbandonment of injured animal after a road accident takes placeArticle 16 par. c300 euros
2a. In the case of paragraph 1 of Article 8, there is recurrence of an offense when the offender does not comply within 10 days from the acknowledgment of the violation.
b. In case of recurrence the above fines are doubled every time, while the business permit of the offenders of Articles 6, 7 and 12 is removed
for a period of one month to one year.
3. Competent bodies responsible for the acknowledgment of breaches
of the present law are the instruments of the Municipal Police, of the Hunters Control Association.
of hunting clubs and the staff of Customs and Stations of Health Veterinary Inspection (BIP). If a Municipality does not have a municipal police department, the acknowledgment of the violations is made by instruments/bodies of another competent department of the municipality.
4. During the finding of the violation/infringement it is acknowledged
on site by the competent body the administrative fine foreseen and a copy of the acknowledgment of the violation/infringement is sent to the Veterinary Service
of the territorially competent municipality and where this has not been
established to the Office of the Agricultural Development of the Municipality
or the Directorate of Agricultural Economy and Veterinary Office
of the relevant Regional Unity, for the imposing of the acknowledged fine.
5. The offender has the right to appear in person or submit a written statement within a document period of five (5) working days to the Head of the Office of the veterinary service of the competent municipality of the area and in case this has not been established, to the Head of the Office of Rural Development of the competent municipality, or the Chief
of the Department of Agricultural Economy and Veterinary ,, Office of the relevant regional unit in order to preput/express his objections. The decision, according to which the objections are examined must be fully justified with reference to specific incidents and data.
6. If no objections are raised or if they are discharged the administrative penalty is confirmed by the Head of the Authority, and the payment is half-done within ten days from the acknowledgment of the offense. If the aforementiond period/deadline expires the Administrative fine is paid to the beneficiary OTA / local government without discount within two (2) months from its acknowledgment
7. Fines to administrative violations, which were not paid within the period of two (2) months, are acknowledged after the passage of this period of two months time within a period of three (3) months from the relevant local government (OTA) the competent DOY of taxation of the offender. The certification/acknowledgement of these fines is done with writing and send out of cash registers, as specified in Article 58 of the Penal Code 16/1989, they are introduced by a special code Number of State Budget Income, and the amounts received, after the expenses of reception are deducted (the net amount), are attributed by four months to the Ministry of Interior matters, which distributes them to the local governments, based on coefficients determined by decision of the Minister of Interior matters, and issued according to a proposal of the Central Union of Municipalities of Greece. These amounts are exclusively granted to improve municipal shelters and veterinary clinics and in order to meet the costs arising from the implementation of this law.
8. In case of repetitive offenses, the competent service which certifies it, defines a reasonable time for it to be lifted, and if the offender does not comply with, a new fine is imposed after the acknowledgement of every new infringement.
9. The specific issues relating to and how the process regarding the fine collection, disposal and re-adjustment of fines as well as any other related topic are defined according to a joint decision of the Ministers of Finance, Interior and Rural Development and Food
Final and transitional provisions
1. The provisions of this law here of shall not affect other provisions of laws or international conventions ratified by law and provide greater protection to which-any kind of animal.
Furthermore, it does not affect the provisions of the “hunting” Law (Legislative Decree 86/1969), as this applies as well as the provisions of this regulation.
2. Wherever the provisions of this law refer to Electronic tagging (microchipping) of companion animals, it is meant to include the microchipping of dogs and cats.
3. Annexes 1 to 5, referring to provisions of this current law, are an integral
part of it.
4. Circus businesses, circus troupes with a
diverse program or other similar companies with similar content which operates occasionally or permanently in Greece and have animals which are to be used in their events or include in their programme shows with any kind of involvement of any kind of animal, must comply with the provisions of this law within seven
months after its entry into force, otherwise the business license is removed and specific administrative and criminal penalties foreseen by the law are imposed.
5. Within two years from the publication of this Law shelters for stray animals are created and operate in every Municipality or adjacent municipalities or cooperating Municipalities.
Upon entry into force of this law the provisions of Articles 1 to 13 of Law 3170/2003 are repealed, except for paragraph 6 of Article 7, as well as any other general or special provision that regulates with a different manner issues of this current law of law or comes into conflict/contradicts (with) its provisions.
1. The third article of law 3495/2006 (A 215) «Ratification of the new revised text of the International Convention of Plant Protection ” is renumbered to Article five.
2. Between the second and fifth articles two articles are inserted, which are as follows:
Official National Organisation for Plant Protection
As the Official national organisation for plant protection for the implementation of the the International Convention for the Protection of Plants of the current law, the Directorate responsible for Crop Production of the Ministry of Rural Development and Food shall be responsinble
In order to implement the International Convention for the Protection of
Plants of the current law, the presidential decree issued after a proposal by the Minister
of Rural Development and Food and the competent minister foreseen for every case, and upon recommendation of the Department responsible for the protection of Crop Production determines/defines:
a) The services and pest control entry points, their responsibilities, the Plant Health auditors and their legal duties, official laboratories for the analysis of official samples
as well as specifications for their operation.
b) The terms and conditions for the implementation of international norms and standards, in accordance with Article X (4) of the International Convention for Plant Protection
c) The fees or dues for those who pay them, the services provided, according to which the benefit payment is done and the process of reimburdement.
d) Any other necessary technical and detailed issue for the implementation of the International Convention of this law. ”
Article 17 of law 2637/3998 as it had been amended, replaced and supplemented with paragraph 5 of Article 24 of Law 2945/2001, paragraph 6 of Article
29 of Law 3147/2003 and paragraph 4 of Article 19 of Law 3170/2003 is replaced as follows:
“1. The Law Office of OPEKEPE conducted by lawyers of Article 23 paragraph b of this law.
2. OPEKEPE offers legal aid from the Special EU Law Office of the Legal State Council which operates at the Ministry of Rural Development and Food. The advisory work provided upon interrogation by the Minister of Agriculture and Food on matters of EU law.
3. By decision of the Minister of Agriculture according to a proposal from the President of OPEKEPE, a Joint Committee for legal and technical-legal support is recommended, in order to provide legal assistance:
a) concerning the immediate resolution of issues arising during OPEKEPE’s functioning/operation as a recognised Paying Agency and avoid corrections in financial matters against the Greek Republic, and b) for technical-legal processing of regulatory instruments and conventions. As for the functioning of the Commission the remainder provisions of Article 21 paragraph 2 of Law 4024/2011 (A 226) apply. The corresponding operating Committee is deleted as from 30.9.2011. Any compensation paid from 31.3.2011 to 30.9.2011 will not be searched.
4. In judicial affairs, every current reimbursement of legal costs in favour of OPEKEPE is acknowledged / confirmed by a special code and collected by the competent tax office
and then it is attributed to OPEKEPE.
5. OPEKEPE enjoys all procedural and imperfections of the State in government and regarding its judicial cases, the ‘Code on Trials of the State.
6. Travelling expenses OPEKEPE staff made out of base until the date the current law came into force, do not fall under the scope of paragraph 8 of Article 45 of Law 3943/2011. Hereinafter paragraph 8 of Article 45 of Law 3943/2011 (A 66) will not apply concerning/ in relation to out of base travelling expenses office staff of OPEKEPE has done, related to physical spot checks which, in accordance with EU regulations, OPEKEPE is obliged to conduct.
7. Any other general or special provision in relation to matters governed by the current provision is repealed. ”
Entry into force
The current law apples/comes into force up from the its publication date in the Official Journal of the Greek Government. | law |
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Following is a list of frequently asked questions about this settlement.
What is the lawsuit about?
Plaintiff, Henry Lee (“Lee”), filed a class action lawsuit against Buth-Na-Bodhaige, Inc. d/b/a The Body Shop (“Defendant or The Body Shop”), which owns and/or operates The Body Shop stores in the United States. The Action alleges that Defendant willfully and intentionally violated the Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Action of 2003 (“FACTA”). FACTA requires that all but the last five digits of a consumer’s debit or credit card number be deleted from the credit or debit card receipts presented to customers at the point of sale. Specifically, Lee alleges that Defendant violated FACTA by providing its customers with credit or debit card receipts displaying more than the last five digits of the card number.
Why is this a Class Action?
In a class action, one or more people referred to as Class Representatives (in this case there is only one, Henry Lee) sue on behalf of people with similar claims. All of these individuals are Settlement Class Members and together they constitute a Settlement Class. One court resolves the issues for all Settlement Class Members, excect for those who expressly exclude themselves from the Settlement Class.
Why is there a Settlement?
The Court did not decide in favor of Lee or The Body Shop. Lee believes he would have prevailed at trial, while The Body Shop maintains that Lee would not have prevailed at trial. There was no trial. Both sides have agreed to a settlement, as to avoid the risks inherent in trial, while simultaneously providing the affected Settlement Class Members with an opportunity to receive compensation. The Class Representative and the attorneys for the parties believe that it is in the best interest of all Class Members to settle the Action on the terms generally set forth herein, in order to avoid the uncertain outcomes, risks and delays associated with further litigation.
How do I know if I am part of the settlement?
For settlement purposes, the Court has certified a Class consisting of all people who meet the following definition:
All persons who used a debit or credit card to make a purchase at any of The Body Shop’s retail locations in the United States and whose electronically-printed receipt displayed more than the last five digits of that person’s debit or credit card number, during the period from April 23, 2014 to January 14, 2016.
If you receive Notice of the settlement by mail or email, according to The Body Shop’s records, you are a Settlement Class Member.
What can I get from this Settlement?
If the Court approves this settlement, you will receive a $12.00 gift card for use at The Body Shop. This gift card will be treated the same as cash, toward the purchase of any items for sale, including discount items and promotions, and which can be used to pay applicable tax on the purchase. The $12.00 gift card can be redeemed, either in whole or in part, at any of The Body Shop’s retail locations or online at www.thebodyshop.com/en-us/. The $12.00 gift card can be combined with any other transaction except for prior purchases and, once activated (which must be done within 175 days of the mailing of the gift card and activation code to you) will never expire.
When will I receive these benefits?
You will receive these benefits within approximately 30 days after the Court enters a Final Approval Order. This estimation is premised on the assumption that no objections are received and the Order is not appealed.
I want to be a part of the settlement. What do I do?
If you received a notice by email or mail, you do not need to do anything to be a part of the settlement. If you did not receive a notice by email or mail, but between April 23, 2014 and January 14, 2016 you used a debit or credit card to make a purchase at any of The Body Shop’s retail locations in the United States and the electronically-printed receipt displayed more than the last five digits of your debit or credit card number, you can file a claim to join the settlement.
What am I giving up to remain in the settlement?
By staying in the class, all of the Court’s orders will apply to you, and you give Defendant a “release.” A release means that you cannot sue or be part of any other lawsuit against Defendant about the claims or issues in this lawsuit regarding the display of debit or credit card numbers prior to the Class Closing Date.
How much will the Class Representative receive?
The Plaintiff, Henry Lee, will receive a payment of $4,000.00 for his services to the Settlement Class Members. This payment is subject to the Court’s approval.
How do I get out of the Settlement?
As a Class Member, you have the right to exclude yourself from the Settlement Class and the Settlement Agreement. This is referred to as Opting-Out. To exclude yourself from the settlement, you or your duly authorized agent must mail a letter stating that you want to be excluded from the Henry Lee v. Buth-Na-Bodhaige, Inc. d/b/a The Body Shop, Case No. 2017-L-000604. Be sure to include your name, address, telephone number and your signature.
You must mail your exclusion request so it’s postmarked no later than September 7, 2020, to the claims administrator:
The Body Shop FACTA Settlement
c/o Atticus Administration
PO Box 64053
St. Paul, MN 55164
An opt-out notice that does not include all of the foregoing information or that is sent to an address other than the one designated in the Notice as noted above or that is not received within the time specified, shall be invalid. No Class Member, nor any person acting on behalf of or in concert or in participation with a given Class Member, may request the opt out of any other Class Member(s) from the Class.
If I exclude myself, do I still receive benefits from this settlement?
No, you will not receive anything resulting from the settlement, but you will have the right to assert the claims raised in this case against The Body Shop on your own. If you exclude yourself, the time you have in which to file your own lawsuit (called the “statute of limitations”) will begin to run again.
Do I have a lawyer in this case?
The Court has named Joshua C. Dickinson, Thomas W. Hayde and Robert L. Lash as Class Counsel. You will not be charged for these lawyers; however, they will receive a payment from the Defendant in an amount to be determined by and approved by the Court. If you want to be represented by your own lawyer, you may hire one at your own expense.
How will the lawyers be paid?
The Body Shop has agreed that Class Counsel is entitled to an award of reasonable attorney’s fees and expenses payable from The Body Shop. The Body Shop has agreed not to oppose Class Counsel seeking up to $500,000.00 in combined attorney’s fees and costs. The award is in addition to, and shall in no manner reduce, the amount of benefits due to the Settlement Class. Class Counsel intends to file an application for attorney’s fees, costs and expenses through Final Judgment. The attorney’s fees and costs will be paid by The Body Shop directly.
Is this a fair settlement?
Class Counsel believes that this settlement is fair, reasonable, adequate and in the best interests of the Settlement Class. In reaching this conclusion, Class Counsel has analyzed the benefits of the Settlement and the litigation risks that the Class Representative and Settlement Class Members face if the case were not settled, including, among other things, an adverse decision on class certification, an unfavorable outcome on the merits, as well as the expense and length of continued proceedings necessary to litigate this Action The claim asserted on behalf of the Settlement Class against The Body Shop is under FACTA. FACTA is a federal privacy protection statute which restricts the credit or debit card information that can be printed on a receipt and provides for both individual actions and class actions. FACTA damages are available for either a negligent violation or a willful violation. Plaintiff has not alleged a negligent violation in the Complaint. For a negligent violation, the person bringing the suit may recover only actual damages suffered whereas, for a willful violation, statutory damages of between $100.00 and $1,000.00 are to be awarded, and in the Court’s discretion, punitive damages. The person bringing the suit may also recover attorneys’ fees and expenses for prosecuting the suit, if the lawsuit is successful.
In this case each Class Member who does not opt-out or exclude themselves from the settlement will receive a $12.00 gift card.
What is the Defendant’s view of this settlement?
As stated elsewhere, by settling this lawsuit, The Body Shop is not admitting it has done anything wrong. The Body Shop expressly denies the claims asserted by the Plaintiff and denies all allegations of wrongdoing and liability.
How do I tell the Court I do not like this settlement?
If you are a Settlement Class Member, you can object to the settlement. In order to object to the settlement or any part of the settlement, you must timely send a letter (or legal brief) to Class Counsel at the addresses set forth below providing (a) your full name and address, (b) the words “Notice of Objection” or “Formal Objection”; and (c) set forth, in clear and concise terms, the legal and factual arguments supporting the objection to the proposed Settlement Agreement, including any legal support you wish to bring to the Court’s attention and a description of any evidence you wish to introduce in support of the objection. Class Counsel will be responsible for gathering and filing the objections with the Court. If you are objecting to the settlement, you may appear at the Final Approval Hearing. If you wish to appear and be heard, your objection must additionally state that you intend to appear at the Final Approval Hearing, your specific objections, and the name, address and telephone of any attorney who will speak or appear on your behalf.
Any objecting Class Member who fails to timely object in the manner prescribed in the Notice shall be deemed to have waived any objections, shall be foreclosed from making any objection (whether by appeal or otherwise) to the Settlement Agreement, and shall waive their right to appear at the Final Approval hearing. An objector may withdraw their objection at any time.
You must mail your objection so that is it postmarked no later than September 14, 2020 to:
Class Counsel: Joshua C. Dickinson, Esq. and Thomas W. Hayde, Esq., Spencer Fane LLP, 1 North Brentwood Blvd., Suite 1000, St. Louis, MO 63105; Tel: (314) 863-7733; Fax: (314) 862-4656
Class Counsel: Robert L. Lash, Hur & Lash, LLP, 600 Sylvan Avenue, Suite 109, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632; Tel: (212) 468-5590; Fax: (212) 468-5599.
Where and When is the Final Approval Hearing?
The Court will hold a final approval hearing on November 4, 2020 in the courtroom of Judge Heinz M. Rudolf, 10 Public Sq., Belleville, Illinois 62220, Courtroom 403. The purpose of the hearing will be for the Court to determine whether the proposed settlement is fair, reasonable and adequate and in the best interests of the Settlement Class and to determine the appropriate amount of compensation for Class Counsel and the Class Representative. At the hearing, the Court will be available to hear any objections and arguments concerning the fairness of the proposed settlement, assuming the objections have been properly filed as described in the Notice.
YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS HEARING TO BENEFIT FROM THE SETTLEMENT. The hearing may be postponed to a later date without notice.
How do I get more information about this settlement?
In addition to the contents of this website, you may call or write to Class Counsel:
Joshua C. Dickinson, Esq. and Thomas W. Hayde, Esq., Spencer Fane LLP, 1 North Brentwood Blvd., Suite 1000, St. Louis, MO 63105; Tel: (314) 863-7733; Fax: (314) 862-4656
Robert L. Lash, Hur & Lash, LLP, 600 Sylvan Avenue, Suite 109, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632; Tel: (212) 468-5590; Fax: (212) 468-5599.
DO NOT ADDRESS ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THE SETTLEMENT OR LITIGATION TO THE CLERK OF COURT OR THE JUDGE. | law |
https://www.balatontourism.com/tandc.htm | 2020-02-26T01:56:36 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-10/segments/1581875146176.73/warc/CC-MAIN-20200225233214-20200226023214-00106.warc.gz | 0.951338 | 449 | CC-MAIN-2020-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-10__0__5581501 | en | Booking Terms & Conditions
- Laszlo and Sheelagh Lipot act entirely as an aid to communication between the holidaymaker and the accommodation owner.
- Information about properties has been compiled by Laszlo and Sheelagh Lipot as accurately as possible and is correct at the time of going to press. We check that properties match our descriptions at the start of every season and regularly thereafter.
- Laszlo and Sheelagh Lipot cannot under any circumstances accept any liability for loss of life, personal injury, sickness, loss, damage or accident to personal property however caused which may be sustained during the holiday, to the tenant or any member of the party or invited guest.
- To book accommodation, the electronic Booking Form must be sent to
Laszlo and Sheelagh Lipot (we will print it and pass it to the accommodation owner) and a non-refundable deposit of 25% of the total accommodation costs must be paid by bank transfer to the accommodation owner. The balance shall be payable
to the accommodation owner, in cash, at the commencement of the holiday
- The holidaymaker undertakes to keep the property and all furniture, fixtures and effects in or on the property in the same state of repair and condition as at the commencement of the holiday and also undertakes to leave the premises in the same state of cleanliness and general order in which it was found. All damages and breakages are the holidaymakerís responsibility and their cost shall be refundable on demand.
- The property owner and his/her representatives are to be allowed access to the property at any reasonable time.
- The number of persons using the holiday property must not exceed the maximum number stated in the advertisement, unless alternative arrangements have been previously agreed with the accommodation owner.
- The accommodation owners reserve the right to refuse any booking and return any monies accompanying it.
- Pets are not allowed in the accommodation, the accommodation grounds, on the strand/ sunbathing areas around the lake, nor in the Lake.
The Local Council has a policy of charging pet owners a hefty fine if
they are caught taking their pets onto the sunbathing areas or into Lake Balaton | law |
https://www.parpounas.net/ArticleSideGallery/ArticleID=1106 | 2024-04-15T22:13:08 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817033.56/warc/CC-MAIN-20240415205332-20240415235332-00804.warc.gz | 0.949494 | 1,370 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__59372887 | en | Green Dot to manage packaging waste ...membership reaches 110 and growing Green Dot (Cyprus) Public Co. Ltd., a not-for-profit organisation set up on the initiative of the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry in cooperation with leading industrial and commercial companies, is ready to commence operations to satisfy the legal and regulatory requirements pertaining to packaging waste. Green Dot (Cyprus) General Manager Kyriakos Parpounas told the Financial Mirror that Green Dot Cyprus is taking steps to establish a national packaging management system, which once operational will allow Cyprus to meet its EU obligations regarding packaging waste management, recycling and meeting environmental targets. “We are at the last stage before we commence full operations,” said Parpounas, explaining that the relevant permits from the Council of Ministers are expected to be issued soon in order to comply with legislation on packaging waste that has been in effect since January 1, 2006. Green Dot Cyprus is a member of PRO EUROPE, the European umbrella organisation of Green Dot schemes, and aims to provide a cost-effective packaging management system in cooperation with the local authorities (Municipalities) and the public. By joining the Green Dot system, manufacturers and importers of every type of product that needs packaging will be able to fulfil their legal obligations concerning the recycling and recovery of used packaging. The packaging and packaging waste laws set specific targets which have to be achieved by organisations in an individual or collective way. Parpounas explained that as of January 1, 2006 when the legislation came into force, companies are responsible for recovering at least 50% of their packaging waste & recycling 25% of the total with a minimum 15% recycling criteria per packaging material (glass, paper, plastic, metals, wood etc.) More than 110 large Cypriot companies are already either shareholders or members of Green Dot Cyprus with the list growing fast. Some of the names now cooperating with Green Dot include the Shacolas Group, Orphanides, CA Papaellinas, Papantoniou, Carrefour Chris Cash & Carry, Metro, Ambrosia, McDonalds, Lanitis Bros., KEO, Cosmos Trading, Photos Photiades Group, Iakovos Photiades, Electroline, Hadjikyriakos and Mallouppas & Papacostas to name a few. In an attempt to gain valuable expertise, Green Dot has brought in consultants from Belgium to learn from their experience and the overall European experience. Transferring responsibility By virtue of the Law and the Regulations, packagers and importers of packed goods are responsible for collecting and sorting packaging waste and ensuring that such waste is directed for re-use or to authorised treatment facilities. In effect companies have two choices. Either do this on their own or join a collective scheme like Green Dot and in the process transfer their legal responsibilities to the collective system. This may explain the rush with which companies are now joining Green Dot, as it offers them the most cost-effective solution to stay within the provisions of the law, but at the same time, help in efforts to make Cyprus a cleaner and environmentally friendly place. The Green Dot “Mark” Any product with the registered trademark of Green Dot means that the company selling the product is a member of Green Dot. It does not mean that the packaging is from recycled products or that it can be necessarily better used than others for recycling. Parpounas commented that companies producing or importing products bearing on their packaging the “Mark” should contact Green Dot Cyprus to learn about their obligations as soon as possible. Packaging Means every product made of any material of any nature, ranging from raw materials to processed goods, from the producer to the user or the consumer. Packaging consists of (a) sales packaging or primary packaging meaning the packaging of a singly product (shelve packaging); (b) grouped packaging or secondary packaging meaning packaging used to transport products in primary packaging to the point of sale (brown corrugated cardboard or other) and (c) transport packaging or tertiary packaging, meaning packaging used to protect and transport secondary packaging (wooden pallets, straps, wrappings etc.) Parpounas said that once the relevant permits are received, Green Dot will first target the industrial waste groups (b) and (c) with waste collectible at factory level or warehouses, while the primary collection of waste from households in cooperation with the Municipalities will start at a later stage but during 2006. In order to be able to operate effectively, Green Dot requires all member firms to provide it with the actual amount of packaging placed by the companies on the market with the additional requirement to understand and accept that spot checks and audits will be run every year to verify the information. The current legislation allows small operators with up to 5 tons of packaged product sales within a year not to abide by the tough provisions of the legislation. This means that smaller producers or importers, placing in the market under 5 tons a year does not need to join a collective system like Green Dot, but Parpounas is hoping that the drive to go environmentally friendly and the support & persuasion from the government will convince big and small to join. Types of waste Parpounas said the main group of products targeted by Green Dot are paper, plastic, wood, metal and glass (packaging materials). He explained that Green Dot is not a recycling or a waste management company but will help in the development of waste processing companies. At the moment there are a number of small plastic and aluminium recycling plants in Cyprus, and some processing plants for glass, paper and metal waste. The treatment plants usually separate the waste, with the good recycled part used back by the same or another industry to produce the same type of goods, while the residual waste that can not be recycled may be used to produce alternative sources of energy, such as the one aimed for Vassiliko for utilising waste after treatment as an alternative fuel in the production of cement. Culture change Parpounas acknowledges that Cyprus needs a major culture change regarding waste treatment and environmentally friendly policies, but is confident that with the right awareness effort from the System and the government and strict implementation of the law, the public will react positively and cooperate. In any event, Cyprus has no choice since if it does not implement the law then it will be the subject of penalties from Brussels, and from 2013 onwards, will look to even tougher criteria to meet. “Germany, Belgium, France, Scandinavian and other countries have met and surpassed the EU targets on waste management while other member states are behind. Unfortunately, Cyprus is way behind even compared to some of the other new member states, which is why for the good of our country, we need to rush and embrace this concept,” concluded Parpounas. | law |
https://qpharmacorp.com/2013/page/2/ | 2020-04-06T14:24:43 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-16/segments/1585371637684.76/warc/CC-MAIN-20200406133533-20200406164033-00194.warc.gz | 0.961066 | 163 | CC-MAIN-2020-16 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-16__0__59528294 | en | QPharma is advising its life sciences clients to be aware of regulatory updates, trends, and reporting deadlines outlined by the Physician Payments Sunshine Act and similar state-level laws.
QPharma has announced the latest addition to its growing list of quality and compliance consulting solutions with the launch of its QStaffing division.
As part of its continuing efforts to inform and educate the life sciences industry about the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, which formally passed into law this year, QPharma, Inc. is offering a Sunshine Act eLearning module for presentation on learning management systems.
QPharma has announced the recruitment of John Cunningham to the position of Executive VP of Sales.
QPharma has announced the promotion of Dawn L. Gabriel, Ph.D. to the position of Chief Compliance Officer. | law |
https://reklamjuridik.se/english/ | 2024-02-25T22:36:07 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474643.29/warc/CC-MAIN-20240225203035-20240225233035-00882.warc.gz | 0.832614 | 203 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__164712837 | en | Law Firm ReklamJuridik
Advokatfirman ReklamJuridik is a Swedish boutique law firm founded in 1996, specializing in trademarks, advertising law, copyright and sponsorship.
The law firm offers registration of Swedish trademarks as well as EU-trademarks and handles litigation in IP matters and marketing law.
It is important that advertising agencies and other companies involved in advertising verify that a planned campaign is in compliance with Swedish legislation, such as the Swedish Marketing Act, the Copyright Act, the Trade Marks Act and the Act on Names and Pictures in Advertising.
With its profound experience and solid knowledge in this area, ReklamJuridik promptly and confidently gives legal advice.
Please contact Advokatfirman ReklamJuridik for further information.
Advokatfirman ReklamJuridik i Sverige AB
271 31, Ystad
Phone +46-8-611 75 15 | law |
https://awkwardlypenned.com/2015/12/06/203/ | 2018-08-21T11:40:18 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-34/segments/1534221218122.85/warc/CC-MAIN-20180821112537-20180821132537-00136.warc.gz | 0.976625 | 2,632 | CC-MAIN-2018-34 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-34__0__129526186 | en | I have never purposed to use this site as a vessel for my political commentary—because I am not the type to brandish my views without provocation, and because the two or three people who visit the site (thanks guys) probably know well my political leanings, or lack thereof. But intentions often change. The entirety of our existence in this world, and, indeed, of the world itself, is temporal, fluid, in a continual state of flux. If we are to call ourselves human—if we are to trudge successfully through our lives together on an ever-shrinking planet—we need to, if not embrace its ambulation, at least confront it with a degree of mutability.
During the last 365 days in America, 209 have been marred by what the law categorizes as mass shootings—acts wherein four or more people are injured or killed by firearms in one instance and by the same individual or group of people. This is clearly a problem. No matter where your politics carry you, they cannot hold you so firmly as to keep you from acknowledging that something is wrong in our country right now.
I have three guns. Not one of them is registered, and I have not attended even an hour of instruction on their usage. I have bought ammunition for each of those guns with the same impediments that might prevent me from buying a loaf of bread. My mother has two handguns, she is not sure why. She has also the licensure to conceal them on her person in several states. The training that was required to obtain her permit was but an hour or two, and, still, she has no confidence in her ability to use them.
I am responsible with my firearms, as, I am sure, many of you are who might be reading this. It is clear, however, that many are not. Aside from the methodical killings that have plagued the news in the latest years, there are a tragic number of deaths and injuries caused by those who are simply irresponsible. I am not pointing merely to accidental shootings, which occur far too frequently, but also to deliberate events brought about by domestic disputes, gang violence, drunken arguments, and on and on and on, ad nauseam. When a person’s temper gets the better part of their sense—when the value of life, and the power of a gun to end it, is only second, at best, to the value of bravado—then, too, and perhaps to a more disgusting degree, is the imprudence of a person evinced.
We have placed more legislation in the path to a driver’s license then to gun ownership. There are states in our nation that erect more daunting obstacles before voter registration. I fail to see how anyone can argue logically for this circumstance. When I was fifteen, I acquired a learner’s permit, which I had to maintain for a year before getting an official license. Moreover, anyone wishing to drive legally in America must take a fairly rigorous exam, and periodically renew their license. An eighteen year old with a clean criminal record can purchase a gun from an array of purveyors, with little more than a few dollars and a few days’ time. There are gaping holes in this loosely knit protection that allow small, private sellers and individuals to trade, buy, and sell guns without any criminal inquiry or waiting period whatsoever. Who thinks this makes sense? Why is there no process to educate and license gun owners, and in the process determine their mental and emotional acumen?
I like guns as much as the next guy. They are fun to shoot. I think that, perhaps, I feel a bit safer with one in my home; although, experience tells me that this in unfounded. I see no issue with gun ownership, so long as its owner is learned and stable. But we do not currently have a system to ensure either of these two things. Of the last fourteen shootings that have garnered large-scale news coverage, all fourteen were carried out with legally purchased weapons. With the exception of one, all had submitted to criminal background checks, and passed them. (The one had purchased his gun from a dealer; but because his background check did not produce a result within three days, it was waived. He then killed thirteen people in Binghamton, N.Y., taking advantage of a huge gap in federal firearms law). Those that passed the background checks were later found to have a trove of offenses and qualities that send up every red flag of our common sense. Some had restraining orders, others had documented histories of domestic violence, the majority had deep-seeded, and largely untreated, emotional problems. The young man who murdered nine people in Roseburg, OR., in October of this year, suffered from acute anxiety, learning disorders, and had been enrolled in a learning center in California for teens with mental disabilities. Another, who killed six people in Tuscan, AZ., was expelled from a community college there because officials on campus found that he presented a serious risk to students and staff. They bought their weapons problem free.
The background checks that these individuals submitted to were either flawed, or wholly uncomprehensive. Some failed to find court documents; others overlooked things like domestic disputes or court orders for psychiatric treatment because those are not criminally chargeable offenses.
The most recent shooting, in San Bernardino, CA., uncovered such a copious amount of ammunition that I wonder how it was possible for the shooters to obtain their arsenal without bringing the attentions of some authority. But we monitor even less the purchase of bullets. They were able to stockpile thousands upon thousands of rounds, from major store and the internet, that they could have sustained a firefight for days before running low. It concerns me greatly, and it should everyone, that we can go into a Bi-Mart and buy up their entire stock of 9mm rounds without anyone so much as batting an eye. I am hard-pressed to believe that the person looking at my license, to confirm my age, has even the concern to do that.
Still more troubling is the ire-laden backlash that these events seem to inspire in their wake from opponents to stricter gun control. As the victims of the Paris shootings were being mourned, Black Friday gun sales set a new record, leading to nearly 200,000 criminal background checks in a one day period. Now, how can it be expected that a thorough investigation of so many individuals can possibly take place in such a cramped window of time? The reality is that many of those sales went through with waived checks, because of the loopholes in the law forcing the FBI to complete its inquiry in three days, or else heedlessly approve it. This topped the previous record sales, and subsequent background checks, set on Black Friday, the year after 26 were killed, mostly children, in Newtown, Conn., in 2012.
I am not suggesting that we ban guns. I don’t know that I agree with outlawing assault weapons, even (by that logic, we should not be allowed to buy sports cars, or Rolex watches). I think that, anytime we place wholesale restrictions on anything, not only do we provoke contestation of those laws we place, but we cause many to pay for the crimes of few. Our country was not founded on those principles. Our country was founded, though, on a sense of enlightenment, a pride in the human ability to grow and adapt.
For a long time, it has been argued that stricter gun control infringes on our constitutional rights. But there are rights that extend far past the constitution. There are human rights, and one of those rights is that we should all be free to live without everyday fearing that someone might come walking into our workplace, our school, or our movie theater and start viciously spraying bullets. We have the right to feel safe. Our current gun laws are effectually stomping this right into the dirt. The right to security is vastly more important than any right to purchase firearms without federal interrogation.
We have to remember also that the U.S. Bill of Rights was written and ratified in a context nearly 225 years apart from our own. It was a provision, in large part, to imbue citizens with the duty to protect the country in the face of foreign invasion or domestic uprising. The country had an armed force of 6,000 soldiers, at the time, meant to protect a vastly expanding population and geographic sprawl. The Second Amendment was a fiat that citizens were to form the major defensive force of the nation, not that citizens had the right to enjoy the possession of arms.
It is a different time. We have one of the largest armies in the world, and a population of over 320 million, from varying backgrounds, with vastly disparate beliefs and abilities. I’m not arguing that qualified persons should be barred from owning guns; but, I do advocate making a lot more hoops for us to jump through. If that means that some might have to give up their guns, so be it. If they want to get them back, then it will be worth the time and effort that we should require of them to do so.
It is simply too easy for anyone to be armed in our country. We have the highest gun related crime rate of any developed country, and the loosest gun laws. There is more regulation in earning the ability to cut someone’s hair professionally, then there is in buying a twelve-gauge shotgun, and all the rounds for it that one can carry, and more. We can’t buy Sudafed, in some states, without putting our names on a list, and presenting identification. I’ve never heard of any flu-ridden person complaining that their liberties are being trounced by the state when they go to the Walgreens pharmacy.
We need to see this for what it really is. It is not a matter of either banning all guns, or letting them circulate freely (as they seem to do now). It need not be so polarized, so black and white. It need not be a fight between two completely contrasting ideologies. It need not be a political battle. It is a mandate for the safety of a people. It is a matter of tightening the belt on an extraordinarily dangerous tool. Take a look at your driver’s license; remember the process of earning and maintaining that. Were your rights impinged upon?
A lot of people will say that guns don’t kill people, people do. But that only brings up one half of the equation: people with guns kill people—with guns. It is true that the problem is not the gun itself. It is but a tool; by itself, it is harmless. It is the hand that the gun gets into that presents the danger. We need to require gun owners to be thoroughly educated and licensed. It is wholly sensible. Furthermore, we need to submit to holistic, rigorous inquiry into every sphere of ourselves. We cannot have such unstable people with such fast and deadly methods to betray their conditions.
We have to realize that compromise is not an expletive. We have to come to terms with the fact that our rights, as detailed in the Constitution, are interpreted and reinterpreted over the years to fit the time. I value my right to safety and security before my right to purchase a firearm without interference. I have never been given, in any palpable strength, that safety or security from the guns I do possess, but knowing that those around me who have them have gone through an exacting and onerous process to own and operate their guns would. We can’t expect a cure-all, but we can certainly try harder than we do to keep weapons away from those who obviously should not have them. We have highway laws, environmental and economic laws; we submit ourselves to federal investigations virtually every day; we enjoy a great many things, in safety, at the helm of our government, without regard at all, other than the advantage we glean from them. It is time to catch up to the context that we now live in.Nothing can stop, altogether, these awful things from happening in our country—in our world—but our right to safety gives us the duty to make it much harder for people to carry out such horrible violence. Our right to safety and security ought to take precedence over our right to arms, because how much security can a gun give you when so many people, who wish to rid you of all your rights, are brandishing weapons too. If the answer to being safe from gun violence is simply to own guns ourselves, then we have truly regressed. For, in a world governed by that logic, bullets will be piercing the air like so many particles of dust. When you fight fire with fire, everyone gets burned; and if the winner is made to suffer injury, while the loser lies dead, is there a winner at all? | law |
http://www.peterhof.rs/consulting/antitrust-counseling/?lang=en | 2020-07-11T20:50:25 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-29/segments/1593655937797.57/warc/CC-MAIN-20200711192914-20200711222914-00574.warc.gz | 0.963008 | 472 | CC-MAIN-2020-29 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-29__0__172301681 | en | Competition is always a good thing. It forces us to do our best. A monopoly renders people complacent and satisfied with mediocrity.
Companies are often unaware that certain anti-competitive decisions and actions on the market violate the Law on Protection of Competition. For example, they deal with direct competitors on the division of markets or prices, impose to customers the price at which they have to sell their product, along with other producers boycott a common supplier, they demand from their buyers to sell only their products in a given category. These are but a few examples of anti-competitive moves by companies, and because of such practices they could be fined up to 10% of annual revenue, thereby significantly undermining their reputation. Given the low level of knowledge in this area and a significant risk of punishment by the Commission, we see a large area of possibilities how we can help our customers through education and continuous consulting.
We have been dealing with these issues since the foundation of our company. We were engaged in major cases of abuse of dominant position, restrictive agreements of both horizontal and vertical nature, as well as in the application of restrictive agreements and concentrations. Our team, driven by knowledge and expertise, can create and implement an integrated Antitrust Compliance program for your company, but can provide answers to many questions through continuous consulting.
Some of the most common questions are: Do I even need to notify the Commission of the concentration, what is a relevant market for me, is my rebate policy transparent and whether it complies with the sales contracts, am I the dominant player in the relevant market, are certain specific contractual clauses anticompetitive, should the Commission be notified of this agreement regarding the exemption from the ban, and many other issues. We have cooperated for several years in continuity with a few major clients who are dominant players in their markets.
What type of services do we offer in this segment?
- Consulting with the aim of eliminating abuse of dominant position
- Development of economic studies for the needs of clients against whom the Commission has initiated proceedings
- How to repot concentration to the Commission
- How to repot restrictive agreements to the Commission
- Analysis of sensitive contracts
- Harmonization of sales / discount policies with the law and practice of the Commission
- Introduction of corporate antitrust programs (manual, training, continuous consultancy) | law |
http://www.sandglaw.net/ | 2023-12-11T15:32:22 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679515260.97/warc/CC-MAIN-20231211143258-20231211173258-00817.warc.gz | 0.933504 | 353 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__201934361 | en | |Welcome to Severaid & Glahn, PC
Severaid & Glahn, PC is a professional corporation based in Sacramento. The attorneys of Severaid & Glahn have more than 30 years of experience primarily in contract and real property law, with an emphasis on representing community associations. Severaid & Glahn represents community associations and other clients throughout northern California from the San Francisco bay area to the central valley to the Lake Tahoe basin.
Severaid & Glahn provides comprehensive support to community associations - from drafting of governing documents to contract review and general legal representation. We work closely with community association officers, boards and managers assisting them in navigating the increasingly complex and ever changing landscape of statutory regulation and case law, affecting all California community associations.
Severaid & Glahn can also assist community associations in meeting their needs for neutral mediation under the mandated meet & confer statutes and in establishing meet & confer programs and procedures consistent with the statutory requirements. With the necessary expertise in community association affairs, Severaid & Glahn’s attorneys and staff can help the mediating parties to focus on the relevant issues and more quickly resolve their differences.
Whether your association is in need of assistance in enforcement of assessment obligations, some sound advice with regard to application of the governing documents, or just a review of documents for compliance with the maze of statutes and rules facing community associations across California, Severaid & Glahn can provide associations and their boards of directors with the necessary information and tools to successfully serve their individual communities.
Severaid & Glahn offers legal services in other practice areas as well, including real estate transactions, trust transfers, will drafting, contract drafting and contract negotiation, in addition to facilitative mediation in other civil and probate matters. | law |
https://nimbleaccounting.co.uk/support-for-the-self-employed/ | 2024-02-22T01:36:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473598.4/warc/CC-MAIN-20240221234056-20240222024056-00038.warc.gz | 0.947343 | 223 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__150986372 | en | Support for the self-employed
REMEMBER THAT THE BELOW DOES NOT APPLY TO DIRECTORS OF LIMITED COMPANIES; THEY ARE NORMALLY EMPLOYEES, NOT SELF-EMPLOYED.
What support is there?
The Government announced on 26th March the ‘Self-employment Income Support Scheme’ or SEISS.
The scheme aims to be similar to the Job Retention Scheme in the amount that it grants.
This scheme will allow you to claim a taxable grant worth 80% of your trading profits up to a maximum of £2,500 per month for the next 3 months.
The payment will be made in one instalment, and those are likely to start only in June 2020.
Am I eligible?
Remember, this only applies if you are self-employed and not if you are employed by your own limited company (if you are employed by your own limited company, see instead the ‘Job Retention Scheme’.
If you are self-employed, there are further conditions, which can be found here. | law |
http://johnstonowen.com/can-i-adopt-my-spouses-children/ | 2023-12-04T09:14:27 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100527.35/warc/CC-MAIN-20231204083733-20231204113733-00365.warc.gz | 0.930817 | 681 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__243718140 | en | March 12, 2013
Can I adopt my Spouse’s Children?
The biggest issue in the adoption of a stepchild is whether or not the biological parent is willing to surrender his or her parental rights. The surrender is an unconditional, permanent termination of the biological parent’s rights.
The law imposes a number of procedural hurdles to ensure that the surrendering parent understands the consequences of what he or she is doing. The surrendering parent has the right to withdraw the surrender if the parent does so in writing within 10 days of executing the surrender.
Under certain circumstances it is possible to have the Court involuntarily terminate the biological parent’s rights. The Court may involuntarily terminate the biological parent’s rights if it finds any of the following:
(1) That the child has been abandoned by the parent;
(2) That the parent cannot be found after a diligent search;
(3) That the parent is insane or otherwise incapacitated from surrendering his or her rights;
(4) That the parent has failed to exercise proper parental care or control due to misconduct or inability as defined by law;
(5) That the parent, for a period of one year or longer immediately prior to the filing of the adoption, has without justifiable cause significantly failed to communicate or to make a bona fide attempt to communicate with the child in a meaningful, supportive, parental manner; or
(6) The biological parent, for a period of one year or longer immediately prior to the filing of the adoption, has without justifiable cause significantly failed to provide for the care and support of the child as required by law or judicial decree.
The Court must still find that an adoption is in the child’s best interest even if a termination of the biological parent’s rights is authorized. The Court will appoint an agent to thoroughly investigate the adopting parent’s background, including a criminal background check and a home evaluation.
Adoption is a huge step for the adopting parent as well as the child. If the adopting parent and his or her spouse ever divorce then the adopting parent has an obligation to continue financially supporting the child. He or she could also seek custody of the child in a divorce action. Furthermore, the adopting parent and adopted child acquire inheritance rights from and through each other the same as if they were blood relatives.
It is very important to hire an adoption attorney with a significant amount of experience handling adoptions, particularly when the adoption is contested by the biological parent. There are numerous deadlines that must be strictly followed. It is impossible to describe in this brief article the many minute details that must be satisfied to properly effectuate an adoption.
Johnston, Owen & Bullard maintains this website exclusively for informational purposes. The material appearing on our website is in no way intended to constitute legal advice. Viewing this information does not create an attorney-client relationship between you and Johnston, Owen & Bullard. Furthermore, the content on this website may not indicate the current state of the law. The law changes constantly. Johnston, Owen & Bullard is not liable for the use or interpretation of information contained herein and expressly disclaims all liability for any actions that anyone or any entity may take or not take based on the content appearing herein.
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https://www.inexda.org/terms-and-conditions/ | 2024-02-28T22:02:29 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474746.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20240228211701-20240229001701-00622.warc.gz | 0.920291 | 486 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__102396690 | en | INEXDA has appointed a data protection officer.
This section provides fact sheets on the processing of personal data by INEXDA. In accordance with the provisions of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of 27 April 2016, entering into force on 25 May 2018, and the amended data privacy law 78-17, each fact sheet provides the information that must be made known to the persons concerned.
In particular, the details of the divisions in charge of access and rectification rights are specified.
You can exercise these rights:
⦁ by going to the address given and presenting an official document bearing your photo,
⦁ by post, enclosing the photocopy of your signed identity document.
In order to meet its legal and regulatory requirements, the INEXDA processes personal data for the purpose of monitoring anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing activities and for the application of financial sanctions. These processing operations comply with Authorisation No AU-003 published by the Commission nationale de l’informatique et des libertés (CNIL – the French data protection agency) to which they are reported.
To contact the data protection officer: https://www.inexda.org/contact/
Data protection information of the site
Contributors’ personal data
In accordance with Articles 14 et seq. of the GDPR, you have the right to access and, if necessary, rectify any personal data as well as the right to oppose their recording or dissemination on this site.
Visitors’ personal data
Users are informed that during their visits to the site, a cookie may automatically be installed on their web browser. A cookie is used to store information about users’ browsing history on the website. Configuring their browsing software allows users to be informed of the presence of a cookie and, if they wish, to refuse it. Only your email address is stored when you send us an email. It is stored until your email has been treated. It is only used by the Banque de France which undertakes not to send it to any third parties. Pursuant to Articles 38, 39 and 40 of Act n°78-17 of 6 January 1978 on information technology, data files and civil liberties, you have the right to access and, if necessary, rectify any personal data as well as the right to oppose their recording. | law |
http://coililly.com/terms-conditions/ | 2018-07-21T13:06:46 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676592579.77/warc/CC-MAIN-20180721125703-20180721145703-00165.warc.gz | 0.914297 | 610 | CC-MAIN-2018-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-30__0__33490623 | en | Welcome to the Coililly Web Site. Please review the following basic terms that govern your use of and purchase of products from our Site. Please note that your use of our Site constitutes your agreement to follow and be bound by those terms (the “Agreement”).
Please visit http://coililly.com/our-guarantee/ for more information.
We may from time to time change the terms that govern your use of our Site. Your use of our Site following any such change constitutes your agreement to follow and be bound by the terms as changed. We may change, move or delete portions of, or may add to, our Site from time to time.
Unless otherwise noted, all materials, including images, illustrations, designs, icons, photographs, video clips, and written and other materials that appear as part of this Site (collectively, the “Contents”) are copyrights, trademarks, trade dress and/or other intellectual properties owned, controlled or licensed by Coililly . The Contents of our Site, and the Site as a whole, are intended solely for personal, noncommercial (other than for the purchase of merchandise from our site) use by the users of our Site. You may download or copy the Contents and other downloadable materials displayed on the Site for your personal use only. No right, title or interest in any downloaded materials or software is transferred to you as a result of any such downloading or copying. You may not reproduce (except as noted above), publish, transmit, distribute, display, modify, create derivative works from, sell or participate in any sale of, or exploit in any way, in whole or in part, any of the Contents, the Site, or any related software.
Coililly Communications to You
You agree that Coililly may send electronic mail to you for the purpose of advising you of changes or additions to this Site, about any of Coililly products or services, or for such other purpose(s) as Coililly deems appropriate.
Product Information Colors
We have made every effort to display as accurately as possible the colors of our products that appear at the Site. However, as the actual colors you see will depend on your monitor, we cannot guarantee that your monitor’s display of any color will be accurate.
Links to Other Web Sites and Services
To the extent that this Site contains links to outside services and resources, the availability and content of which Coililly does not control, any concerns regarding any such service or resource, or any link thereto, should be directed to the particular outside service or resource.
From time to time there may be information on Coililly.com that contains typographical errors, inaccuracies, or omissions that may relate to product descriptions, pricing, and availability. We reserve the right to correct any errors, inaccuracies or omissions and to change or update information at any time without prior notice (including after you have submitted your order). We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you. | law |
https://pupilhouzz.com/terms-and-conditions/ | 2023-06-02T09:00:50 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224648465.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20230602072202-20230602102202-00783.warc.gz | 0.921206 | 721 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__274695654 | en | Our terms and conditions govern the rules and regulations that relate to the use of our website available at https://pupilhouzz.com/. By visiting our website, you agree to accept and be bound by these terms and conditions. Kindly discontinue your use of Pupil Houzz if you do not agree to be bound by the terms and conditions provided on this page.
Definition of terms
“The Company”, “Ourselves”, “We”, “Our” and “Us”, refers to our Company Pupil Houzz.
“Party”, “Parties”, or “Us”, refers to both the client and Pupil Houzz.
“Contents” means articles and or blog posts.
“Terms”, refers to the offer, acceptance, and consideration given in exchange for the provision of assistance to the client in the appropriate manner necessary to meet the client’s needs in respect of the provision of the Company’s stated services, in accordance with and subject to, the prevailing law of PLEASE PUT YOUR COUNTRY NAME HERE.
The above terminologies or other words whether singular, plural, capitalization, and/or he/she or they, may be used interchangeably and hence refer to the same thing.
Except as provided otherwise, Pupil Houzz owns all the intellectual property of this website. We reserve all the rights to contents posted to our website and you may not use them for any purposes whatsoever, without prior authorization from us.
External link liability
Where any link has been provided on our website, we represent that all information in such a link is not the property of Pupil Houzz. These links are relevant for SEO purposes and we will not bear liability for whatever may arise from such a link. You are thus advised to use these links at your utmost discretion.
Other websites, such as Government and relevant websites in Home Improvement Services may link to our websites. However, such links must not be:
- Imply a false representation
- Such that bears any form of libel, defamation, and/or other criminal or civil liabilities.
Removal of links from our website
If you find that your website has been linked to our page, you are entitled to contact us for the removal of such a link. Our team will look into your request and attend to it as soon as practicable.
- You represent that any comment you make on our website is yours and you are at the age of consent to do so.
- Your comment is not in breach of any privacy terms, copyrights, patents, and trademarks of any third party.
- That your comments do not contain any libelous words, indecent or inappropriate words, and/or other offensive materials that may infringe on other people’s rights.
- That your comment will not be used to solicit any commercial and/or business activities relating to any illegal activity.
Thus, Pupil Houzz will not bear any liabilities that may arise from your breach of these or any other warranties not stated above. | law |
http://jamesbroughel.com/journal-articles/ | 2021-12-04T02:11:12 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-49/segments/1637964362923.11/warc/CC-MAIN-20211204003045-20211204033045-00049.warc.gz | 0.787099 | 517 | CC-MAIN-2021-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-49__0__4888131 | en | Broughel, James and Dustin Chambers. Federal Regulation and Mortality in the 50 States. Risk Analysis (in press).
Broughel, James. 2021. Sovereign Wealth Funds: A Potential Solution to Market Failure and Government Failure. Economic Affairs 41(2): 241-51.
Bailey, James, James Broughel and Patrick McLaughlin. (in press). Larger Polities are More Regulated. Journal of Public Finance and Public Choice.
Broughel, James and Michael Kotrous. 2021. The Benefits of Coronavirus Suppression: A Cost-benefit Analysis of the Response to the First Wave of COVID-19 in the United States. PLoS ONE 16(6): e0252729. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0252729
Broughel, James. 2021. “The Unlikely Story of American Regulatory Socialism.” Quarterly Journal of Austrian Economics 24(1): 147-65.
Broughel, James and Robert Hahn. 2021. “The Impact of Economic Regulation on Growth: Survey and Synthesis.” Regulation & Governance (in press).
Broughel, James and W. Kip Viscusi. 2021. “The Mortality Cost of Expenditures.” Contemporary Economic Policy 39(1): 156–67.
Broughel, James. 2020. “Cost-Benefit Analysis as a Failure to Learn from the Past.” The Journal of Private Enterprise (35)1: 105-113.
Broughel, James. 2019. “The Mighty Waves of Regulatory Reform: Regulatory Budgets and the Future of Cost-Benefit Analysis.” Business, Entrepreneurship & Tax Law Review (3)2: 206-223.
Broughel, James. 2018. Book Review of Pricing Lives: Guideposts for a Safer Society. Independent Review (online edition).
Broughel, James. 2015. “What the United States Can Learn from the European Commission’s Better Regulation Initiative.” European Journal of Risk Regulation (6)3: 380-381.
Graham, John D. and James Broughel. 2014. “Stealth Regulation: Addressing Agency Evasion of OIRA and the Administrative Procedure Act.” Harvard Journal of Law & Public Policy: Federalist Edition (1)1: 30-54. | law |
https://www.swfc.co.uk/news/2018/october/supporters-safety-reminder/ | 2022-06-30T14:15:33 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-27/segments/1656103821173.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20220630122857-20220630152857-00094.warc.gz | 0.960921 | 163 | CC-MAIN-2022-27 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-27__0__29299532 | en | The Owls are reminding supporters that we have a zero tolerance policy to crowd safety offences regarding pyrotechnics and guilty parties will receive a minimum three-year ban from Hillsborough.
Despite previous warnings from the club on the seriousness of the use of flares and smoke bombs, devices of this nature were ignited by home fans during last Friday’s Championship fixture with Leeds.
Anyone attempting to take any form of pyrotechnic inside Hillsborough will be liable for sanction.
It should also be noted that the FA can issue stringent penalties against clubs whose supporters breach legal safety guidelines and put fellow fans at risk.
Finally, we are also reminding supporters that all bottle tops will be removed from drinks purchased on the concourses inside the stadium for safety reasons.
Thank you for your co-operation. | law |
http://gilbertval.com/ | 2018-02-19T07:56:07 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-09/segments/1518891812556.20/warc/CC-MAIN-20180219072328-20180219092328-00729.warc.gz | 0.944667 | 183 | CC-MAIN-2018-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-09__0__88786055 | en | Gilbert Valuations specializes in business valuation, complex commercial litigation, Intellectual property valuation, and forensic accounting. We work closely with attorneys and business owners to provide expert services related to business valuation as well as economic damages in many types of commercial litigation.
Our assignments often deal with difficult or unusual circumstances. We have significant experience in rebutting the reports of other expert witnesses. Gilbert Valuations’ services are used to help measure risk and determine value for court matters, arbitration, insurance issues, due diligence, wealth management and negotiations.
We assess, document, and value damages to businesses, individuals or estates, strengthen or defend litigation actions, and assist with mergers, personal wealth and estate planning, and business analysis. We are focused and knowledgeable in our chosen field of practice and pay particular attention to responsive customer service.
Based in Portland, Oregon, we provide services primarily in Oregon, Washington and California. | law |
https://www.1-800-shaved-ice.com/vehicleexpense.html | 2023-10-02T07:37:14 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510983.45/warc/CC-MAIN-20231002064957-20231002094957-00092.warc.gz | 0.961677 | 166 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__253725837 | en | Don't forget vehicle insurance
Did you know that you may be able to take a portion of your mileage on your personal car as a tax deduction on your yearly tax return? The IRS will allow a deduction of.XX cents a mile (depending on year) for every mile you classify as business mileage. Visit the IRS website for updated information.
Business mileage may include a trip to your local grocery store or wholesale dealer to pick up supplies. It may even include travel to and from your place of business. We suggest keeping a log in your vehicle and write down any mileage used for business. You will need this information as proof to the IRS.
As with any legal or accounting advice in this manual, it is imperative that you first speak with an attorney or certified public accountant to make sure that this applies in your situation. | law |
https://www.hastingsflyfishers.co.uk/rules.html | 2024-04-14T06:59:36 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816875.61/warc/CC-MAIN-20240414064633-20240414094633-00854.warc.gz | 0.941312 | 359 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__158126302 | en | Rules For Members & Visitors (Abridged)
The fisheries open at 8.00am (6.30am during the midsummer
period) and fishing is permitted only from that time until the closing time
posted in the Fishing Lodge, but this is not later than one hour after sunset.
All anglers must enter their names in the catch register before starting to fish
and complete the entry when they have finished fishing.
Bag limits are six fish on a day ticket and four fish on a half day ticket.
All sizeable trout must be retained (the minimum length is 10 inches), and not
returned to the water: and no angler may continue to fish during any day after
they have taken the limit of trout of takeable size.
No second permit can be issued after a limit bag has been taken.
Permit valid for one rod and line with artificial fly floating or sunk. Dapping
with a blow line is allowed. Trolling of flies behind a moving boat, spinning,
and threadline fishing involving the use of a controller or weight of any
description attached to the line is not permitted. Ledgering on the bottom with
sunk lines with static floating flies (booby flies) is not permitted. The line
must not be left in the water unattended. Two droppers only in addition to the
point fly are permitted.
Wading is permitted except on the dams but only up to the depth of thigh waders.
Chest waders are not allowed.
No boat shall be brought within 50 metres of any bank fisher or within 50 metres
of the dam and no boat shall be nearer than 40 metres to another boat.
No dogs, no radios and no litter. | law |
https://ofsmizzou.org/time-running-out-to-claim-2007-tax-credits/ | 2018-02-17T19:10:45 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-09/segments/1518891807660.32/warc/CC-MAIN-20180217185905-20180217205905-00734.warc.gz | 0.970114 | 1,134 | CC-MAIN-2018-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-09__0__69900412 | en | People are rushing to file their tax returns before the April 18 deadline. Unfortunately, many are unaware that they are – or were – eligible for hundreds or even thousands of dollars worth of tax refunds, credits and exemptions they didn’t claim. The IRS has more than $1.1 billion in unclaimed tax credits and refunds from 2007, but time is running out. Those who were eligible in 2007 can still claim this money if they file by April 18.
Many people don’t realize that they can retroactively file returns or amend previously filed tax returns and receive refunds for up to three prior tax years. People who learn they were eligible for a certain exemption or tax credit from 2007, for example, can still file a return for that year and receive that money – but only until April 18. The IRS owes hundreds or even thousands of dollars to people who didn’t know they were eligible for that money. It is critical right now for families to not leave any money lying on the table; and many people are leaving hundreds of dollars untouched simply because they don’t know it is there.
One tax credit that can be confusing is the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). A common misconception exists that a person must also claim a child as a dependent on their tax return in order to receive the EITC. This is not true. A person can claim this credit if the child in question lives with them for more than 50 percent of the year and otherwise qualifies them for the EITC.
A “qualifying child” (the child who qualifies the household for the credit) can be a son, daughter, adopted child, stepchild, foster child or descendent of any of them, such as a grandchild. A brother, sister, stepbrother, stepsister, or a descendant of any of them, such as a niece or nephew, also will qualify the household to receive the credit. The person who has a qualifying child living with them for more than 6 months out of the year may be eligible for several hundred dollars. People must meet income guidelines and have earned income to receive the credit. The size of the credit varies depending on the amount of adjusted gross income.
2010 Tax Year EITC Income Limits
Earned income and adjusted gross income (AGI) must each be less than:
- $43,352 ($48,362 married filing jointly) with three or more qualifying children
- $40,363 ($45,373 married filing jointly) with two qualifying children
- $35,535 ($40,545 married filing jointly) with one qualifying child
- $13,460 ($18,470 married filing jointly) with no qualifying children
2010 Tax Year maximum credit
- $5,666 with three or more qualifying children
- $5,036 with two qualifying children
- $3,050 with one qualifying child
- $457 with no qualifying children
*The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) provides a temporary increase in EITC and expands the credit for workers with three or more qualifying children. These changes are temporary and apply to 2009 and 2010 tax years.
People who do not earn enough to be required to file an income tax return also are at risk for missing the EITC because filing a return is the only way to claim it. To understand who is at risk for failure to claim the EITC because they don’t have to file a return, see the rules about who must file at http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p501.pdf. People who owe no taxes can still get the EITC. Finally, many workers who are at least 25 and under 65 may not know that they can qualify for an EITC benefit for low-income workers who do not have children living in their homes.
Unemployment or change of income mid-year can cause people to miss the EITC and certain other tax credits and refunds because those who made enough money to be ineligible for many credits last year, may not think to claim them this year if they suffered a loss or reduction of income. It is very important for families to understand and take advantage of all the credits that exist.
The rules can get tricky. You can read more about the Earned Income Tax Credit, find eligibility screening tools, and find information about locating free help with taxes at http://www.irs.gov/individuals/article/0,,id=96406,00.html?portlet=2.
There have been several other tax credits available during the last three years, including Residential Energy Credits, the Child and Dependent Care Credit, Child Tax Credit, Additional Child Tax Credit, Homeownership Credits, Missouri Property Tax Rebate and others.
If you find out you were eligible for tax credits in the three prior tax years, you can amend your return by filing a 1040-X or, if you didn’t file at all, still file a past return now. There will be no penalty if you didn’t owe any taxes or were due a refund. While 2007 returns must be filed by April 18, returns for any year since then can still be filed for at least the next year.
Call 1-800-TAX-1040 at the IRS for additional information about federal tax credits or 573-751-3505 at Missouri Department of Revenue for information about state tax credits or the Missouri Property Tax Rebate for elderly or disabled low-income renters or homeowners. | law |
https://www.busybus.co.uk/terms-and-conditions/ | 2024-03-02T12:16:37 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947475825.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20240302120344-20240302150344-00098.warc.gz | 0.921122 | 5,216 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__137973255 | en | Terms and Conditions
These Terms and Conditions constitute a written agreement between BusyBus Ltd and its Customer (this being the person(s) who uses the products or services of BusyBus). BusyBus and its Customer(s) accept and agree to be legally bound by these Terms & Conditions. A credit or debit card guarantee, full or part payment and acceptance of such by BusyBus to use the products or services of BusyBus signifies an understanding and acceptance of these Terms & Conditions.
Advance reservations are recommended to prevent disappointment. Such reservations can be made through the BusyBus website (www.busybus.co.uk), directly with the BusyBus telephone booking line: +44 (0)844 585 4444 or through an approved BusyBus booking representative (such as Tourist Offices, Hotels and other such outlets).
2. Booking Options, Payment & Guarantee
If booking directly with BusyBus online, your credit or debit card details will be requested to complete your purchase and a “print-at-home” ticket will be generated. Full payment, as itemised, shall be debited and your account statement will identify the transaction as “BusyBus” but will be processed through “WebTicketManager”. This is our 3rd party payment clearing provider who operate our secure, PCI compliant online booking system and are a UK Registered company ( www.webticketmanager.com )
If booking directly with BusyBus by any means other than online, your credit or debit card details may be requested to complete and/or guarantee your reservation. Payment, as detailed, shall be debited accordingly and your account statement will identify the transaction as “BUSYBUS”.
If booking through an approved BusyBus representative, payment will be taken in accordance with their own terms and conditions of ticket sales. Your reservation is duly guaranteed by the issuing of a payment receipt or tour ticket(s).
Where payment has not been completed, BusyBus may, at their discretion, provisionally reserve your seat(s) but reserve the right to re-allocate them should another client request and secure them by payment. In this case, you shall be duly notified and given the chance to complete your payment.
3. Payment (Or Balance Payment) For Tours or Private Hire without Overnight Stops
Full payment (or balance payment, if applicable) must be made prior to completing your tour or travel. If a credit or debit card was used to secure your booking, then payment can be debited to this card before the end of your tour or travel. Alternatively, payment may be collected by the driver. Personal Cheque (with guarantee), cash, Visa, MasterCard, Switch, Solo, Delta, JCB, Maestro, Electon and American Express are all acceptable forms of payment. A full receipt can be issued upon request.
4. Cancellation by the Customer for Tours or Private Hire without Overnight Stops
BusyBus regret that the cancellation policy stated herewith is strictly imposed without exception as seating is limited and both highly costly and disruptive when not used:
|Period Before Tour or Private Hire Start Day
|% Payable Of Total Booking Value
|8 Days Or More
|7 Days > 4 Days
|3 Day > 1 Day
|0 Days / No Shows / After Scheduled Departure
5. Cancellation by the Customer in mitigating & exceptional circumstances
- 5.1: This paragraph appends clause 4 above and is specific to cruise ship excursions where a passenger is unable to complete their booking due to the failure of port arrival or docking of the cruise liner.
|Period Before Tour or Private Hire Start Day
|% Payable Of Total Booking Value
|Ship fails to dock
|0% (FULL REFUND)
- 5.2: This paragraph appends clause 4 above and is specific to Covid Related Circumstances where a passenger is unable to complete their booking due to Restrictive Legislation and/or Evidenced Incapacity. In such circumstances BusyBus will:
a: Offer to move the booking to an alternative date or
b: Provide a booking credit (voucher) valid for 18-months to self-serve an alternative date of choice or
c: Provide a 100% refund against any vouchers in “b” above should they expire unused.
6. Cancellation by BusyBus for Tours or Private Hire without Overnight Stops
Where BusyBus cancels, for whatever reason, and an alternative cannot be offered or taken, there shall be no penalty or administration charge and a refund in full (if applicable) shall be made within ten (10) working days of such a cancellation being advised and confirmed. No compensation, consequential losses or other such claim shall be accepted in the event of such a cancellation.
7. Payment (Or Balance Payment) For Tours or Private Hire with Overnight Stops
You will be required to pay a deposit payment when you book representing 10% of the total tour cost if booked more than 8 weeks prior to the departure date. If booked less than 8 weeks prior to the departure date then 100% is payable. In all cases, including balance payments, 100% of your tour must be paid 8 weeks prior to departure. Personal Cheque, cash, Visa, MasterCard, Switch, Solo, Delta, JCB, Maestro, Electon and American Express are all acceptable forms of payment. A full receipt can be issued along with a credit / debit card confirmation if applicable.
8. Cancellation by the Customer for Tours or Private Hire with Overnight Stops
BusyBus regret that the cancellation policy stated herewith is strictly imposed without exception, as seating is limited and both highly costly and disruptive to the company when not used:
|Period Before Tour or Private Hire Start Day
|% Payable of Total Booking Value
|8 Weeks (56 days) or More
|8 Weeks > 2 Weeks (56 days > 14 days)
|14 Days > 1 Day
|0 Days / No Shows / After Scheduled Departure
9. Cancellation by BusyBus for Tours or Private Hire with Overnight Stops
Where BusyBus cancels, for whatever reason, and an alternative cannot be offered or taken, there shall be no penalty or administration charge and a refund in full (if applicable) shall be made within ten (10) working days of such a cancellation being advised and confirmed. A maximum compensation, upon written request, consideration and acceptance, will be payable in accordance with the following:
|Period Before Tour Start Date
|Maximum Compensation Per Person
|8 Weeks (56 days)
|8 Weeks – 2 Weeks (56 days > 14 days)
|2 Weeks – Tour Start (14 Days > 0 Days)
Compensation will not be payable and no liability will be taken where we are forced to cancel as a result of unusual or unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which we could not have avoided even with all due care. No compensation will be payable if we cancel as a result of your failure to comply with these terms or if we have to cancel due to the Minimum Occupancy (see below) not being achieved. No additional compensation, consequential losses, additional travelling costs or other such claim shall be accepted in such an unfortunate event.
10. Booking Amendments
Wherever possible, a booking amendment shall be accommodated without charge or penalty if requested ten (10) days or more prior to the booking.
An administration charge of 5% of the net booking value shall be payable for all amendments made less than ten (10) days prior to the booking departure if such an amendment is possible.
Where an amendment cannot be made and the original booking cannot be fulfilled, then the Cancellation Policy detailed above shall be applicable.
11. Minimum Occupancy
Some BusyBus tours are conducted on a minimum occupancy basis. In the event that minimum occupancy is not met by 3pm on the day prior to the scheduled departure where there are no overnight stops involved, then the booking may, at the discretion of the management, be cancelled in accordance with our Cancellation By BusyBus clause above. For bookings involving overnight stops this notice shall be issued within a minimum of 14 days prior to the departure date and in doing so will release BusyBus of any compensation liability.
12. Prices Quoted
Prices quoted shall be current at the time of booking, acceptance and acknowledgment. The price agreed shall not be subject to any change unless forced due to circumstances beyond our control. Such circumstances shall include fuel surcharges or price increases exceeding 10% imposed after the booking, civil riot, region or National emergency, war, route closure, etc. Where such a price amendment is necessary, you will be notified in writing no less than twenty-eight (28) days prior to your booking. Should a price amendment be unacceptable, the booking may be cancelled in accordance with our Cancellation Policy above but without penalty or administration charge if confirmed as cancelled ten (10) days or more prior to the departure date.
13. Price Inclusions
Your BusyBus price shall include sightseeing as indicated on the itinerary (if applicable), transportation vehicle, qualified driver, tour escort (may be the same person as the driver – if applicable), statutory insurance, VAT, all taxes, loan of route map (and other associated items – if applicable) and anything specifically mentioned as “included”.
14. Price Exclusions
Your BusyBus price shall exclude personal insurance, snacks, lunch, beverages, optional activities and excursions, gratuities and any other items not specifically mentioned as being included.
15. Concession Requirements
As a general rule, bookings will be accepted at face value at the time of booking. However, at the driver’s discretion, proof of any concession entitlement claimed may be requested at any time during fulfilment of the booking. Such proof shall include passport, identity card, student card or any other such document that contains a recognisable photograph and date of birth. Failure to produce such evidence immediately upon request may result in the concession being withdrawn and payment being requested amounting to the difference between what has already been paid and the full published adult price.
16. Attractions, Highlights & Stops
Attractions, highlights and stops visited during fulfilment may have specific reservation rules, payment procedures, health & safety rules and terms & conditions which shall be applicable in full in conjunction with these terms & conditions. Your BusyBus Escort will provide the details for these (if available) upon request.
As in any product and service of this type, you are entirely responsible at all times for your own safety and for that of others, especially whilst off the vehicle. Going off any unmarked pathways, through closed gates, barriers or otherwise is done so entirely at your own risk and no responsibility can, or shall, be taken by BUSYBUS in such an instance. If in doubt, please ask.
17. Personally Escorted
Some BusyBus tours are fully escorted by at least one member of BusyBus staff who is suitably trained in matters relating to the tour. Their knowledge and training includes BusyBus rules and procedures, health & safety, general first aid, geographical matters and local fact information. All BusyBus vehicles are supplied with an Operating Manual that shall include vital information about the tour, route, emergency procedures, hospitals, etc.
Where seat positions are not specified, seating assignments will be on a “first come, first serve” basis. In order for passengers to share equally in the comfort of the vehicle and sights of the tour, seats may be rotated in a definite pattern upon request and at the discretion of the Driver or Tour Guide.
Some BusyBus tours are designed, routed and aimed at an adult audience. It is, therefore, not recommended that pre-speech children take such a tour as they may become bored, distract the accompanying adult from their tour and generally become disruptive to other passengers.
Children under the age of sixteen (16) shall not be permitted to use BusyBus unless booked with, and accompanied by, an adult at all times. Full responsibility for children remains with the accompanying adult, including general behavioural control so as not to disturb the other passengers.
20. Special Needs
Unfortunately, BusyBus is currently unable to offer special or modified vehicles to accommodate disabled or special need passengers requiring a wheelchair or other such mobility assistance and/or special seating. It is our intention to operate such a modified vehicle in due course but for the time being please discuss matters of this nature with us prior to booking and we will make every effort to accommodate special needs accordingly. We reserve the right to require persons who are unable to travel independently to be accompanied by a companion who is able to provide any necessary assistance and take full responsibility accordingly.
21. Animals / Pets
Animals and pets shall not be permitted to use BusyBus with the exception of a registered and documented guide dog in accompaniment of a visually impaired person. Full responsibility for such an animal remains with the accompanying person, including feeding, hygiene and general control so as not to disturb the other passengers.
22. Passenger Comfort
For the comfort and safety of all our passengers, the use of alcohol, tobacco and non-prescribed drug products is strictly prohibited on our vehicles at all times.
BusyBus operates within UK laws that include compulsory and statutory insurance against accident and third party liability. Passenger insurance against personal injury, item theft, loss, or any other such event is not included and it is highly recommended that you take out your own Travel Insurance in good standard travel procedures.
24. Identification Documents
As is good practice (but not law in the UK) it is recommended that you carry with you some form of personal identification. This should also include detailed medical information about yourself (if applicable). Such identification is the sole responsibility of each person.
25. Pick Up and Drop Off
Some BusyBus tours depart from various locations on the BusyBus route. Upon securing your reservation, you have the choice of joining BusyBus at any one of the three convenient locations offered by BusyBus (Chester – Chester Railway Station, City Road, Chester, Liverpool, World Museum, William Brown Street, Liverpool or Manchester – The Station, Bay A Manchester Airport.) If you need to transfer to one of the departure locations, costs, fees and/or parking charges may apply which will be your responsibility.
Please be in a visible location when waiting for BusyBus. We strongly suggest you plan on arriving at least fifteen (15) minutes prior to the departure time. We will endeavour to return you to your drop-off point within fifteen (15) minutes of the scheduled drop-off time but cannot guarantee this due to traffic or other non-controllable influences.
Unless otherwise arranged and documented at the time of booking, BusyBus will be limited to collecting and dropping passengers only at the places booked. Additional or alternative pick up and drop off points will be at the sole discretion of the driver.
26. Late Arrival
In the interests of all, BusyBus operates a strict time-keeping policy for all pick-ups and will allow only fifteen (15) minutes after the scheduled pick-up time to lapse prior to departing. In the event of missing a departure, then the booking will be deemed as cancelled in accordance with our Cancellation Policy above and the full booking price shall be forfeited. In such an instance, it shall be the passenger’s sole responsibility to travel further if required. No compensation, consequential losses, additional travelling costs or other such claim shall be accepted in such an unfortunate event.
During a tour, it is the passenger’s responsibility to return to the vehicle or group on time, as agreed with the Tour Escort at each stopping point. Only fifteen (15) minutes shall be allowed to lapse after the scheduled meeting time prior to departure. Every effort shall be made to seek out a late person but in the event of a passenger missing departure, and the remainder of the trip, then the tour will be deemed as cancelled in accordance with our Cancellation Policy above and the full tour price as stated on the booking form shall be forfeited. In such an instance, it shall be the passenger’s sole responsibility to travel further (or return to the tour starting point). No compensation, consequential losses, additional travelling costs or other such claim shall be accepted in such an unfortunate event.
Passengers may bring with them, or accumulate, baggage that shall be of a suitable size so as to fit in the rear luggage compartment, overhead storage racks or under the seat. Child pushchairs, golf sets and additional baggage are also permitted as long as they are suitably folding and portable so as to fit into the bus’s standard storage compartments. We will eventually get Van Shelving to have more storage space in the back compartment of our buses. It is best to check with BusyBus prior to bringing or purchasing any large item. BusyBus will not accept any liability for loss, damage, breakage, theft, general handling or otherwise of any baggage.
28. Overall Enjoyment
BusyBus will not accept responsibility for your overall enjoyment. Whilst every effort will be made to maximise your pleasure and experience, it is accepted that every person’s preference and tastes are unique and it would be impossible to satisfy all of our customers all of the time. However, BusyBus recognises that its own success is dependent on word of mouth referral and prioritises customer satisfaction accordingly.
29. Weather Conditions
BusyBus will not accept responsibility for last minute alterations or cancellations due to weather or other related circumstances that are beyond our control. In the event of such an occurrence, you will be offered an alternative tour date or cancellation in accordance with the Cancellation By BusyBus clause above.
30. Traffic & Road Conditions
BusyBus will not accept responsibility for delays or otherwise due to traffic and/or road conditions or other related circumstances that are beyond our control. In the event of such an occurrence, no compensation, consequential losses or other such claim shall be accepted.
31. Vehicle Breakdown or Immobilisation
BusyBus will not accept responsibility for last minute cancellations, delays or other related circumstances due to vehicle breakdown or immobilisation. In the event of such an occurrence, no compensation, consequential losses or other such claim shall be accepted. If this occurrence happens after departure BusyBus shall be responsible for returning you to your confirmed drop-off point within a reasonable time.
In so far as our duties extend in providing a professional, safe and fit-for-purpose product, BusyBus, its staff and its agents shall not be liable for any injury, loss, expense, damage, accident, delay, irregularity, stranded individual, personal negligence, weather, quarantines, sickness, disease, act of God, Government restriction, legal regulation or otherwise which are adjudged to be out of BusyBus’s control.
BusyBus, it’s staff and it’s agents shall not be liable for any injury, loss, expense, damage, accident, delay, irregularity, stranded individual, personal negligence, weather, quarantines, sickness, disease, act of God, Government restriction, legal regulation or otherwise for any individual or company furnishing sub-contract services, transportation, attractions, accommodation or any other product or service in connection with a BusyBus Tour.
It is clearly stated, understood and agreed that, to the fullest extent to which liability may be excluded or avoided, BusyBus will have no liability, whether in contract or otherwise, for any losses, costs or damages, and in no event will be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, punitive, expectancy or consequential damages, even if they are foreseen or foreseeable, arising or resulting from, or related to, the services and products of BusyBus.
In all cases, the maximum liability payable by BusyBus shall not exceed the total fee collected for the provision of the goods and/or services provided.
BusyBus provides its service strictly on an “as is” basis without warranties of any kind, either expressed or implied, including, but not limited to, the implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose. Your UK statutory rights are unaffected by our Warranty terms.
BusyBus is not responsible for, provides no representations, warranties or guarantees with respect to, and will not be held liable in any way for any content, information, services or material on any third party supplier, including, without limitation, any third party recommended, named or utilised by BusyBus during a tour.
It is clearly stated, understood and agreed that, to the fullest extent to which warranty may be excluded or avoided, the maximum warranty payable by BusyBus shall not exceed the fee collected for the provision of the goods and/or services provided.
34. Reserved Rights
1: The right is reserved to make operational changes at any time, whether to the route, itinerary or otherwise, with or without notice, which is considered necessary prior to departure.
2: The right is reserved to cancel any booking at any time, should conditions or circumstances necessitate, offering substitutes of equal value or a full refund without administration charge or penalty as detailed under our Cancellation by BusyBus clause above. If circumstances warrant such action a full and documented reason shall be provided.
3: The right is reserved to require persons who are unable to travel independently to be accompanied by an adult companion who is able to provide all necessary assistance and take full responsibility accordingly.
4: The right is reserved to decline to accept, or retain, any person as a member of the passengers at the discretion of the Tour Guide or Driver. If circumstances warrant such action a full and documented reason shall be provided and an equitable cash amount without penalty or administration charge shall be refunded in accordance with our Cancellation by BusyBus clause above. In such an instance, it shall be the passenger’s sole responsibility to travel further (or return to the tour starting point). No compensation, consequential losses, additional travelling costs or other such claim shall be accepted in such an unfortunate event.
Reasons for such action shall include, but not be limited to:
- Violent, racist, verbal abuse or other such unacceptable behaviour.
- Failure to comply with the laws of the United Kingdom.
- Drunk and disorderly behaviour.
- Misuse of un-prescribed drugs.
- Refusal or failure to comply with health & safety issues.
- Refusal or failure to provide suitable evidence of entitlement to partake in a tour.
- Refusal or failure to pay the correct fee for taking a tour.
- Any other behaviour deemed disruptive, dangerous or insulting to other passengers.
- The right is reserved to re-allocate an unsecured booking at any time.
- The right is reserved to make alterations or changes to these Terms & Conditions at any time, ensuring that customers with existing bookings receive the latest copy prior to taking their booking. Should the revised Terms & Conditions be unacceptable to a pre-booked customer, the booking may be cancelled without penalty or administration charge as detailed under our Cancellation by BusyBus clause.
35. Force Majeure
Except where otherwise expressly stated in these conditions, we cannot, and will not accept liability or pay compensation where the performance or prompt performance of our contractual obligations is prevented or affected by, or you otherwise suffer any damage or loss, as a result of “force majeure”. For the elimination of doubt, in these conditions, “force majeure” means any event which we, or our sub-contractors, could not, even with all due care, foresee or avoid. Such events include, but are not limited to, war, threat of war, riot, civil strife, terrorism, industrial disputes, natural disaster, adverse weather, fire, etc.
36. Complaints & Disputes
Any disputes or complaints must be brought to the attention of BusyBus in writing no longer than twenty-one (21) days from the origin such. BusyBus shall then be granted an additional sixty (60) days to investigate and resolve such a dispute or complaint without involving third parties or outside solicitors, litigation or counsel.
In the event of a complaint or dispute not being satisfactorily resolved, both parties (the Customer and BusyBus) irrevocably agrees that the dispute will be settled and determined by final and binding arbitration pursuant to the United Kingdom and that such arbitration will be conducted in accordance with the Rules and Procedures in current effect under English law.
BusyBus Ltd ¨ Unit 2, Silverdale Park ¨ Station Lane ¨ Mickle Trafford ¨ Cheshire ¨ CH2 4TA ¨ United Kingdom
TELEPHONE: 0844 585 4444 ¨ Int’l: +44 (0)844 585 4444
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Monty serves as Chief Legal Officer for Alleviant Health Centers. He is excited about the opportunity to be a part of Alleviant’s growth from a start-up company into a large national provider of innovative mental health treatment. Monty’s involvement with past start-ups has taught him that, on the path to success, there is no substitute for delivering valuable results to clients every day.
Monty was born and raised in Searcy, Arkansas, and has been a resident of Little Rock for 25 years. His passions (outside of work) are music and aviation, but he devotes most of his time (and money) to being a father to his son, Lucian.
- J.D., UALR Bowen School of Law School, with Honors
- BSEE, University of Arkansas
- State of Arkansas
- United States District Court for the Eastern District of Arkansas
- United States Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals
Memberships & Activities:
- Arkansas Bar Association
- Pulaski County Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- Judge Henry Woods Inn of Court | law |
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Prosecutor Ryan Love said he was surprised by the plea, which came on the day a jury was to be selected to try Bernal.
“We were not making any (deal) offers to him,” Love said.
James Rook, 43, of Cincinnati, Ohio, and his wife, Margie, 41, died June 24, 2006, when Bernal's truck collided head-on with their car on U.S. Highway 331 in Walton County.
Arnulfo Morales, known as Jose Barrintos Bonta, a 28-year-old passenger in Bernal's pickup, also died as a result of the wreck.
Courtesy Walton County Department of Corrections
Bernal was further charged with severely injuring Magan Doherty, 14, a passenger in the Rook car, and Jorge Rivera, 41, another passenger in the pickup.
Neither the state attorney's office nor the Walton County Jail could find proof Bernal was a legal resident at the time of the deadly accident and surmised he was in the U.S. illegally.
The jail had his country of residence listed as Mexico, and no Social Security number for him was in its records.
Defense attorney Michael Weinstock said he advised his client to plead after Walton Circuit Judge Kelvin Wells agreed to cap the maximum sentence for Bernal at 55 years, as mandated by state sentencing guidelines.
The number of deaths that occurred as a result of the wreck gave Wells leeway to set aside guidelines and order a life sentence, but the judge agreed to the cap, Love said, after the family of the victims went along with it.
“This is probably in Mr. Bernal's best interest,” Weinstock said of the plea agreement. “But we were prepared to go to trial and actively defend him on this.”
The Rook family had begun arriving in DeFuniak Springs for the trial when they were notified of Bernal's decision to enter a plea. Some were expected to record statements later this week that will be played at sentencing.
Family members were traveling in a three-vehicle caravan from Cincinnati and had arrived in Walton County at about 5 p.m. on the day of the fatal wreck.
The Rooks were accompanied in the lead car by their 14-year-old daughter, Kylie, and Kylie's friend, Magan Doherty.
Bernal was driving his pickup truck north and had passed another car, the Florida Highway Patrol said. Bernal lost control, overcorrected and crossed the center line into the Rooks' path.
Kylie Rook received minor injuries. Doherty was listed in critical condition at Gulf Coast Medical Center in Panama City the day after the wreck.
The Rooks' son, Chris, was driving behind them in another car when the crash happened. He was unharmed.
Pete Wolniewicz, a volunteer with the Okaloosa-Walton chapter of Mothers Against Drunk Driving, had intended to “monitor” the Bernal trial this week.
“We in MADD are tracking this sort of thing,” he said. “We had planned to be in court just to keep abreast of what was going on in the courtroom.”
Wolniewicz said the Bernal case is one of “five or six” pending in the two-county area that MADD is paying attention to.
Daily News File Photo
Emergency workers transport the injured to hospitals in the photo from June 25, 2006. Three people were killed in the accident and Jose Bernal plead guilty to three county of DUI manslaughter on Monday. | law |
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What type of identification is acceptable? State law is very specific.
What is a notary public?
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Where do I get blank forms?
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Can wills be notarized?
Wills are a very special type of document and can actually be invalidated (voided) if notarized. Generally, the rule of thumb is that you only notarize wills if an attorney has told you to do so or if you have purchased a preprinted form and the instructions tell you to do so.
Someone has promised to pay me some money. Can the promissory note be notarized to make it legal?
Yes and no. First, the fact that you have an agreement to pay, even orally, may be a completely legal binding agreement. However, there are many laws regarding contracts that an attorney should be used if the dollar amount is high. A notary can witness the signing of the document. The important signer will be the person who has promised to pay the money. In this case, the notary is stating the the signer signed in front of the notary. The advantage of this is that the signer cannot later claim that he did not sign.
Getting paid is something entirely different. If the borrower does not have the money, the lender, regardless of whether a document was notarized or not, will not get money that doesn't exist. The notarized document says that the borrower will pay, not that he can pay. The notarized document will only help in court because the borrower will not likely be able to claim that they didn't sign the document.
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Alright, enough with the technicalities. This comprehensive guide compiled by real estate financing experts at RTI Bridge Loans reveals everything you need to know about trust deed loans, including:
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- How trust deed loans work
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- Trust deed vs. mortgage (similarities and differences)
…and much more. Let us get started.
Table of Contents
- » What is a Trust Deed?
- » How Does a Trust Deed Loan Work?
- » What does a Trust Deed Loan Include?
- » Differences Between a Trust Deed vs. Mortgage
- » Get a Trust Deed Loan in California
What is a Trust Deed?
Also known as Deed of Trust, a trust deed is an agreement between a lender, borrower, and trustee designed to secure a real estate loan transaction. The lender (beneficiary) gives the borrower (trustor) funds to purchase a real estate property in exchange for a promissory note, and the trustee holds the legal title to the home until the borrower pays off the loan.
The trustee is a neutral third party with bare or legal title to the property. Their primary responsibility is to auction the property when the borrower defaults on payments. They pay the sale proceeds to the lender to the extent of the unpaid debt.
What if the trustee is unable to sell the property? Then, they should give the property to the beneficiary. Some states mandate the use of trust deeds in real estate financing, while others offer the choice between the mortgage and trust deed. No state accepts a combination of both options. However, there are a few states that use other similar-sounding documents to secure loan transactions. For instance, security deeds in the State of Georgia.
How Does a Trust Deed Loan Work?
In a trust deed loan agreement, a lender finances a home purchase. The borrower (trustor) gives the lender a promissory note to guarantee that they will repay the loan. The promissory note highlights the trust deed loan terms, including the interest rate. The trustee holds the title to the property while the lender pays off the loan.
Based on the conditions defined in the trust deed, the lender can compel accelerated payment of the loan, take the property back, or have the trustee sell it. The lender keeps the promissory note, while the borrower only keeps a copy. It is marked as fully paid when the property buyer pays the trust deed loan entirely. Following defaults, the trustee has the authority and duty to sell the property.
That in mind, let us delve into the three parties to a trust deed:
In a real estate transaction, the trustor is the party whose official legal title to a property is put into the trust (put another way, the borrower).
The title specifies the actual ownership of the property. And while the title is held in the trust, you (as the trustor) still have equitable title to the property, provided you stick to the terms and conditions of the trust deed. That gives you the right to live in the property and gain equity even while repaying the loan.
The beneficiary is the individual or company whose investment interest is being protected. In most real estate transactions, it is the lender. The deed of trust serves as the beneficiary’s guarantee that the trustor will pay the loan off.
The trustee holds the legal title to the property as the trustor makes the loan payments. They should be neutral and not do anything that unduly benefits the rest of the parties.
When you pay off the loan at or before the end of the term, the trustee dissolves the trust and transfers the property title to you. When the trust deed loan enters default status, it is the role of the trustee to sell the property pledged as the loan collateral.
The borrower retains some rights during the foreclosure process. After the trustee files a notice of default with the county, the trustor has a particular time length (typically two weeks to four months) to reclaim the property by completing all required payments, including fees.
Foreclosure sales under trust deeds follow different procedures from judicial foreclosures, which have stringent parameters and higher accountability levels. Most states do not require judicial supervision for trust deed foreclosure sales.
Upon sale completion, the trustee distributes the proceeds between the lender and the borrower. The beneficiary receives the money needed to clear the debt, while the borrower gets the remaining amount.
What does a Trust Deed Loan Include?
A trust deed loan agreement must contain particular pieces of information to qualify as a legally binding document. The details include :
It is the amount of money the trust beneficiary lends so the trustor can purchase a property. Typically, the principal amount is equal to the home’s market value minus the down payment. The figure lets the borrower know exactly how much they should pay to pay off the debt and dissolve the trust.
Legal Description of the Property
A property’s legal description is not the street address but the official description on file with the county.
The standard option is the metes and bounds description, which defines the property’s boundaries identified by natural landmarks such as roads and rivers. Alternatively, the legal description can specify the subdivision’s official name, the block number, and the specific lot in question.
It is the time frame in which the trustor must pay off the loan. If you are negotiating with an individual, the loan length could be anything you both agree upon.
With traditional lenders, the period for trust deed loans ranges anywhere between 8 and 30 years, depending on the loan type and borrower’s financial capacity.
To save on interest, you can clear the debt before the end of the term. However, such a course of action is subject to the loan agreement terms.
You may need to fulfill specific requirements to obtain a loan through a trust deed. For example, the lender may require you to occupy the property as your primary residence for a certain period. Some may demand that you pay mortgage insurance for a particular duration or even throughout the loan term.
Ask about late payment fees, particularly the amount and when the payments become due. For example, the loan payments may be due on the third of each month, but the trust deed loan agreement may stipulate that the late fees be assessed if you fail to submit payments by the 15th of the respective month.
Prepayment penalties may apply. This policy subjects the borrower to a fine if they pay off the trust deed loan before maturity.
Power of Sale Clause
The power of sale clause authorizes the trustee to conduct non-judicial foreclosure when the borrower fails to meet their obligations under the promissory note and trust deed. That eliminates court involvement and speeds up the sale process, as long as the parties adhere to the terms outlined in the deed of trust.
Acceleration and Alienation Clauses
These clauses have different triggers but a similar impact on the trustor.
An acceleration clause becomes applicable when the trustor is behind payments. Depending on the terms, this clause may take effect immediately if the borrower misses a single payment or even after several non-payments. The lender pursues foreclosure proceedings if the trustor fails to pay off the loan within a duration specified by the acceleration notice.
Also known as the due-on-sale clause, the alienation clause takes effect when the lender wants to prevent anyone who purchases the property from assuming the loan under its present terms. The clause entitles the lender to full payment of outstanding loan balance and applicable fees and interest when the trustor sells the property and transfers the title.
Another trigger for the alienation clause is when the lender tries to put the property in an LLC. LLC’s limitation of liability might limit the lender from holding you accountable for the loan. That is why they could leverage the alienation clause to demand full loan payment before the transfer.
Differences Between a Trust Deed vs. Mortgage
We can organize the trust deed vs. mortgage discussion in similarities and differences between the two real estate arrangements.
- Neither is a home loan: Neither a deed of trust nor a mortgage is a home loan. You use a home loan to buy or build a new home – a property you do not own. In comparison, a mortgage or trust deal loan is a contract that places a lien on a property you already own.
- The lender can foreclose your home: Should you fail to fulfill your obligations defined by a deed of trust or mortgage, the lender is entitled to foreclose your home to recover their debt. The foreclosure may vary between the two loans, but the ultimate goal remains the same.
- Both are subject to state laws: State laws will dictate your lender’s choice of contract. In some states, only a trust deed is legally accepted, while in others, lenders can only offer mortgages. Some states like Michigan and Alabama allow lenders to choose between mortgage and deed of trust.
- Type of foreclosure: The foreclosure process varies depending on the type of contract. If you have a mortgage, your lender will follow a judicial process to recover the loan through a foreclosure. If it is a trust deed loan, the law allows the beneficiary to pursue a foreclosure without involving the courts.
- Foreclosure length and expense: It takes longer and more money to foreclose on a mortgage because the lender has to go through the courts. With a trust deed loan, the lender invests less money and time on foreclosing a home.
- The number of parties: A mortgage involves only the lender and borrower. Trust deed adds a neutral member to make the total number of parties equal to 3. The trustee is usually an escrow company whose attorney kicks off the foreclosure process when you default on the trust deed loan.
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Trust Deed Loan FAQs
1. What is the Principal Amount?
It is the loan amount the trustor owes the beneficiary. Once the borrower starts making the payments, the loan balance becomes the Principal Amount.
2. Interest Adjustment Date vs. Maturity Date: What is the Difference?
The interest adjustment date is the date when the interest starts to accumulate on your loan. The maturity date is the date when the final payment of the loan balance becomes due.
3. What is an Annual Prepayment of the Principal?
It is an option that allows you to pay a percentage of the original principal amount each year before the maturity date. The arrangement can help you save a ton of money on interests and build equity faster.
4. Where Do I Get My Property’s Legal Description?
The County Recorder’s Office should provide the complete legal description of your property as long as you present your municipal address or tax parcel number.
5. Can I Sell a Property with a Trust Deed?
Yes, you can; however, you will require the lender’s approval. The proceeds from the sale will be used to pay off the lender, and you get to keep the remaining amount. The trustee ensures appropriate disbursement of the money. | law |
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https://pierre-rochard.medium.com/urgent-bitcoin-legislation-4e715b7864d2?source=user_profile---------2---------------------------- | 2024-04-15T09:13:06 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816954.20/warc/CC-MAIN-20240415080257-20240415110257-00483.warc.gz | 0.930462 | 268 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__78166973 | en | On November 3, 2020, the IRS seized 69,370 bitcoin worth over $1 billion.
The United States Attorney’s Office (Northern District of California) has filed a civil complaint for forfeiture and I expect the United States to prevail in court.
Past seizures of bitcoin were auctioned off by the U.S. Marshals Service.
In 2014 and 2015, the United States seized and sold more than 144,000 bitcoin, then worth $122 million but now worth almost $3 billion.
The expeditious auctioning off of seized bitcoin was, in my view and with the benefit of hindsight, a mistake. The Federal Reserve can create an infinite quantity of US dollars, the proceeds received in the auction. Bitcoins can not be created out of thin air and there is a limited quantity of them.
I humbly ask our legislators to draft and pass a bill with amendments to the Judiciary Act of 1789 and any other relevant statutes. These amendments would, by operation of law, halt the auctioning off of any bitcoin (BTC) seized by the United States until future legislation is passed.
The U.S. Marshals Service is to hold any bitcoin it receives, giving Congress time to deliberate on the disposition of this unique asset. A large strategic reserve of bitcoin may be crucial for our national security. | law |
http://digitalads.org/how-youre-targeted/publications/state-law-approaches-address-digital-food-marketing-youth-executive-summary | 2017-04-24T13:18:15 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-17/segments/1492917119361.6/warc/CC-MAIN-20170423031159-00080-ip-10-145-167-34.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.927001 | 3,767 | CC-MAIN-2017-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-17__0__260799658 | en | Why focus on digital food marketing?
Legal and child development scholars have identified promising theories for why all marketing, including digital food marketing, targeting children under 8 years of age, is inherently deceptive.1 Prior to age 8, research demonstrates that children cannot understand the persuasive intent of advertising. Food marketing campaigns targeting youth integrate food packaging, websites, mobile applications (apps), and viral marketing techniques to get children and teens to request and consume unhealthy food and beverage products. Our research into the digital marketing tactics currently being deployed with children and teens found a number of clearly articulable and specific state consumer protection law issues that warrant regulatory oversight.
State governments are at a critical juncture with respect to ensuring the future health of their residents. Diet-related disease threatens the current and future well-being of children and teens. The Centers for Disease Control projects that by 2050, 1 in 3 U.S. adults could have diabetes.2 The number of diabetics living with limb loss is projected to triple by 2050, and African American and Hispanic diabetics are almost 3 times as likely as non-Hispanic white diabetics to lose a limb.3 Medical costs associated with diet-related disease are projected to rise between $22 and $48 billion per year by 2030 with a substantial portion paid for by Medicare and Medicaid.4 This chronic disease burden begins in childhood when eating preferences and food culture are ingrained. Food marketing plays a major role in the foods children and teens desire, perceive as tasting good, request their parents to buy for them and ultimately purchase for themselves. State oversight of digital food marketing is integral to protecting vulnerable child and teen consumers.
The state consumer protection approach
This report focuses on how state consumer protection law can be used to limit harmful digital food marketing to children and teens. State consumer protection laws grant state attorneys general (SAGs) broad authority to protect consumers from unfair and deceptive marketing. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and self-regulatory bodies like the Better Business Bureau's Children's Advertising Review Unit (CARU) have, to date, been the primary players in oversight of food marketing to children. The magnitude of the health threats posed by diet-related disease and their impact on state healthcare systems is on par with tobacco-related disease. As occurred with tobacco marketing, intervention by SAGs is the game-changer needed to accelerate progress on food marketing to children.
State law profiles
Ten states were selected based on the percentage of the child population residing in the state, prior SAG action to address food marketing, prior SAG action to address digital marketing in general, scope of consumer protection authority granted under state law, and geographic diversity. For each of the ten states we generated a digital marketing legal profile of laws and regulations beyond general prohibitions on unfair and deceptive acts and practices that might be used to curtail digital food marketing to children. See Appendix for AR, CA, CT, FL, IL, MA, NY, OR, TX and VA state profiles.
Digital food marketing tactics selected for legal analysis
Digital food marketing encompasses a broad range of tactics. Marketing tactics were selected for state consumer protection legal analysis based, in part, upon whether the tactic:
- Is material to the purchase of a food or beverage item by a child, teen or, in some cases, a parent
- Is unaddressed by self-regulatory guidelines (e.g., marketing targeting adolescents)
- Falls outside of the scope of the FTC's current rulemaking authority (e.g., unfair advertising to children)
- Has been the subject of prior self-regulatory enforcement, but remains relatively unchanged and widespread
- Exploits age-specific vulnerabilities of child and teen consumers.
This report also covers personal jurisdiction issues related to digital food marketing and federal preemption of state regulation of mobile food marketing.
Key digital food marketing characteristics
Digital food marketing works in conjunction with traditional marketing campaigns using television, print media, and food packaging. There are, however, some key differences between digital and traditional food marketing tactics:
Digital marketing is harder for youth to identify as marketing: Digital food marketing works in conjunction with traditional media such as television, print media, and food packaging by integrating websites, mobile applications (apps), viral marketing techniques and location-based tactics to get child consumers to request and consume unhealthy food and beverage products. Research into children's ability to identify digital marketing as a form of advertising indicates that digital marketing is harder for them to identify than traditional television commercials.
A 2013 study explored the ability of children versus adults to recognize advertisements embedded in mock webpages.5 Adults identified all of the advertisements, but 6-year-olds identified just one quarter, 8-year-olds about half, and 10-year-olds identified about three-quarters of the advertisements shown. The study authors noted that similar studies of children's ability to identify television commercials have found that children can identify commercials as distinct from programming by the age of six and understand persuasive intent around 8 years of age. Thus, digital advertisements are harder for children to identify as marketing than television commercials.
Digital marketing tactics such as food-company produced websites and apps with engaging, branded content for children likely are even harder to identify than advertisements embedded in webpages. Whether or not young consumers can even identify marketing that utilizes new media as advertising is a key starting point when analyzing whether or not digital food marketing is unfair or deceptive to its target audience of child consumers, because deceptive marketing in the form of entertainment or news has been deemed a deceptive trade practice with adults.6
Marketing is no longer a one-way communication: Traditional marketing tactics delivered a commercial message on television, radio or in print, and that was the extent of the communication. The new food and beverage marketing is interactive, delivered online and via handheld devices, and is driven by huge caches of data that consumers generate when they make online or mobile purchases. Marketers have unprecedented access to consumer data that can be used to target and tailor marketing messages to maximize sales.
Path-to-purchase: The "path-to-purchase" model of marketing integrates physical location, purchase and consumption history, and prior engagement with unhealthy food and beverage marketing to guide consumers as they make food purchasing decisions. This tactic may seriously undermine public health efforts to reduce the consumption of unhealthy foods and beverages. As the core demographic for junk food marketing and heavy mobile device users, teens are prime targets for path-to-purchase marketing.
The power of social marketing: Social media marketing is designed to get consumers to share commercial messages. It is most successful when young consumers share commercial content without realizing that they have become marketing proxies for large corporations.
Key consumer protection findings
State consumer protection laws have yet to fully catch up to advances in digital marketing, but there exist many opportunities for SAGs to play a more robust role to protect children and teens from harmful digital food marketing. The following are key areas where SAGs can play a productive role using their existing legal authority:
Unfair and deceptive food packaging: Food and beverage packaging is a prime jumping-off point for children into the digital marketing world. Food packaging often directs children to company websites for activities, videos, and contests. Product packaging is a major loophole in CFBAI's self-regulatory framework governing the nutritional quality of foods marketed to children under 13.7 The integration of digital marketing components into food packaging is designed to prolong children's exposure to unhealthy food marketing and exploits children's natural curiosity. These packaging features are totally unrelated to any actual food product characteristics. As such, they are not governed by the federal Nutrition Labeling and Education Act and are subject to state consumer protection law provisions.
Disguising advertising as entertainment so that the target audience is unable to identify it as commercial in nature has been found to be deceptive with adults.8 Child-directed codes, invitations to visit a website, directions for how to download a mobile app to play a game or to experience an augmented reality feature designed to interact with packaging are similarly deceptive because they are intended to lead children to engage with content that they likely cannot even identify as advertising.
Privacy: Privacy protections are important to protect children and teens from aggressive digital junk food marketing. States have successfully enforced the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) to protect children under 13 years old. Teens, however, are a key target demographic for digital food marketing and are not protected by COPPA. Other state privacy and general consumer protection laws can be invoked to protect them. SAGs can play a vital role to fill the gap around teen privacy, especially with regard to targeted and localized digital marketing.
Advergames: The FTC's 2009 report on food marketing expenditures to youth found extensive use of advergames by food marketers.9 Advergames are digital games and apps produced by food companies that integrate products or contain food and beverage company branding. Advergames have been repeatedly cited by CARU for blurring the line between commercial and non-commercial content, yet they remain commonplace and relatively unchanged.10
The detrimental impact of advergames on child health is supported by sound research linking them to increased overall calorie intake as the result of increased snacking after playing advergames featuring food.11 Food companies use direct inducements on retail food packaging and on food company websites in order to enhance the advergaming experience. Inducements to purchase that are linked to advergames make the tactic highly material to the purchase of unhealthy food products.
Such direct inducements to purchase products linked to advergames are difficult for children to filter or avoid because they simply do not recognize the inducement as marketing. Instead, children view such inducements only as an opportunity to play a game. Children cannot avoid the health harm caused by playing advergames — the powerful cueing effect on eating behavior — because it is deeply subconscious.
Advergames offend the established consumer protection law principle against deceptive marketing in the form of entertainment or news that a reasonable member of the target audience likely will not recognize as marketing. Advergames violate this principle because children likely perceive advergames simply as entertainment and not as a form of marketing. All of these factors render the use of advergames with young children an unfair trade practice.
Similarly, advergames are a deceptive trade practice, because children likely cannot recognize advergames as marketing. This means that children are likely to be misled into requesting or purchasing products in order to play games.
Digital sweepstakes and contests: Incentives-based, interactive marketing uses digital technology to deploy sweepstakes to younger and younger audiences. Complex digital sweepstakes schemes are being deployed by major food companies like Kraft Foods with children 6 to 12 years old. SAGs have primary responsibility for policing promotions and children, who cannot protect themselves, are in need of protection from predatory sweepstakes.
In the past five years, CARU has issued 12 complaints against its member companies for sweepstakes and instant win games that exploit children's inability to comprehend that a free means of entry exists or the actual odds of winning prizes.12 Food companies were responsible for half of these cases. CARU's work has uncovered a pattern of abuse in the use of sweepstakes with children under 12 years-old warranting more robust legal interventions by SAGs.
Sweepstakes trigger existing state consumer protection laws governing games of chance and illegal lottery laws. These promotions should be viewed from the perspective of the vulnerable children that they target. Sweepstakes are lawful when they remove the element of consideration. This is done by providing an "alternative means of entry" (AMOE). A free AMOE "allows participants to enter a sweepstakes without purchasing a product, paying money, devoting a substantial amount of time and effort, or otherwise giving anything to the sweepstakes sponsor in exchange for the opportunity to participate."13
Young children, however, lack the sophistication to understand the concept of "no purchase necessary" or that an AMOE exists. A 2004 report by the American Psychological Association on advertising to children found that young children do not comprehend the intended meaning of even the simplest commonly used disclaimers. The report noted that "fewer than one in four kindergarten through second grade children could grasp the meaning of 'some assembly required' in a commercial," and even the use of child-friendly language like "you have to put it together" only resulted in half of children being able to understand the disclaimer.14 Young children simply cannot be expected to understand disclaimers conveying that an AMOE exists. When the target audience is not adequately informed that an AMOE exists, sweepstakes are rendered illegal lotteries for failure to remove the element of consideration.
Sweepstakes are the province of state regulators, and industry self-regulation has uncovered widespread use of sweepstakes in ways that exploit children's inability to comprehend that a free means of entry exists and to understand the actual odds of winning prizes. The use of games of skill where young children play simple videogames is also highly suspect as such games may not be adequately skill-based. SAGs have primary responsibility for policing promotions and children, who cannot protect themselves, are in need of protection from these predatory marketing practices.
This report also explores how food companies use video games produced by the entertainment software developers as a marketing platform. It contains a guide to social media food marketing using Facebook and Facebook marketing tactics that raise consumer protection concerns for teen consumers.
Excerpted from State Law Approaches to Address Digital Food Marketing to Youth by Cara Wilking, JD; Mark Gottlieb, JD; Melinda Bonacore; Andrew Cheyne, C.Phil; Pam Mejia, MPH, MS; Lori Dorfman, DrPH; Jeffrey Chester, MSW. December 2013, Public Health Advocacy Institute, Inc., Berkeley Media Studies Group and Center for Digital Democracy.
Support for this research was provided by a grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation's Healthy Eating Research Program (#69293).
1 Samantha Graff et al., Government Can Regulate Food Advertising To Children Because Cognitive Research Shows That It Is Inherently Misleading, 31 Health Affairs 392 (2012).
2 Press Release, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Number of Americans with Diabetes Projected to Double or Triple by 2050 (Oct. 22, 2010), http://www.cdc.gov/media/pressrel/2010/r101022.html.
3 Kathryn Ziegler-Graham et al., Estimating the Prevalence of Limb Loss in the United American Diabetes Association, Living with Diabetes: African Americans & Complications, http://www.diabetes.org/living-with-diabetes/complications/african-americans-and-complications.html (last visited June 27, 2012); Nat’l Limb Loss Info Ctr., Minorities, Diabetes and Limb Loss (May 2008), http://www.amputee-coalition.org/fact_sheets/multicultural/all_groups.pdf (citing Robert Preidt, Blacks, Hispanics Hospitalized More Often for Diabetes, Heart Disease, HealthDay: News for Healthier Living, Aug. 15, 2006).
4 Y. Claire Yang et al., Health and Economic Burden of the Projected Obesity Trends in the USA and UK, 378 The Lancet 815, 818 (2011); Jeffrey Levi et al., F as in Fat: How Obesity Threatens America's Future 2012, 1, 32 (2012), http://healthyamericans.org/assets/files/TFAH2012FasInFatFnlRv.pdf.
5 Mark Blades et al., Children's Recognition of Advertisements on Television and Web Pages, 62 Appetite 190 (2013).
6 For a summary of case law related to stealth marketing, see Center for Digital Democracy, et al., Complaint and Request for Investigation of PepsiCo's and Frito-Lay's Deceptive Practices In Marketing Doritos to Adolescents [hereinafter CDD Complaint], (Oct. 19, 2011), http://digitalads.org/sites/default/files/publications/digitalads_ftc_complaint_2011.pdf (last visited September 12, 2013).
7 Children's Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative, Council of Better Business Bureaus, Inc., Children's Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative and Core Principles Statement (Sept. 2010), http://www.bbb.org/us/storage/0/Shared%20Documents/Enhanced%20Core%20Principles%20Third%20Edition%20-%20Letterhead.pdf (last visited Nov. 18, 2013).
8 CDD Complaint, supra note 6.
10 See, e.g., Press Release, Children’s Advertising Review Unit (CARU), CARU Recommends Spangler Revise ‘Dum Dum’ Website to Clearly Disclose That Games, Activities are Advertising; Company Agrees to Do So (Dec. 17, 2010), http:// www.caru.org/news/2010/CARUDumDumPR.pdf (last visited Nov. 18, 2013).
11 Jennifer L. Harris et al., US Food Company Branded Advergames on the Internet: Children's Exposure and Effects on Snack Consumption, 6 J. Children Media 51, 52 (2012); Frans Folkvord et al., The Effect of Playing Advergames that Promote Energy-Dense Snacks or Fruit on Actual Food Intake Among Children, 97 Am. J. Clinical Nutrition 239 (2013).
12 CARu, Case Reports, http://case-report.bbb.org/search/search.aspx?doctype=1&casetype=2. (last visited Oct. 21, 2013).
13 Tywanda H. Lord & Laura C. Miller, Playing the Game by the Rules: A Practical Guide to Sweepstakes and Contest Promotions, 29 Franchise L. J. 3, __ (Summer 2009).
14 Dale Kunkel et al., Report of the APA Task Force on Advertising and Children. Section: Psychological Issues in the Increasing Commercialization of Childhood, 5, 10 (Feb 20, 2004), http://www.sfu.ca/cmns/faculty/kline_s/320/06-spring/resources/sup_readings/childrenads.pdf (last visited Nov. 18, 2013). | law |
https://www.alpacasadventure.com/overview-terms-conditions/ | 2023-12-02T05:49:42 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100327.70/warc/CC-MAIN-20231202042052-20231202072052-00179.warc.gz | 0.926527 | 806 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__39006064 | en | The exclusive subject matter of the contract with ALPACAS ADVENTURE is the hiring of a camper or motorhome. We are under no obligation to provide any travel services, and in particular no package of travel services.
- The Hirer and any other driver must be at least 25 years old and must have been in possession of a respective national and comparable international driving licence for at least two years. The delivery of the camper requires the presentation by the Hirer and/or driver(s) of the driver’s license and the valid identification card/ passport at the time of taking possession.
- The minimum rental period is seven days. During high season minimum rental period is fifteen days.
- Rental rate includes 250 km per day. If you would like to have more mileage available, you can add 100 km- or 250 km packages (as much as you want) against a fee. If you eventually exceed your mileage allowance anyway, you will be charged € 0,50 for every additional kilometer.
- For every rental a flat rate service- and cleaning charge of € 80,- will be invoiced.
- In case of a withdrawal from the binding booking caused by the Hirer, the following cancellation fees shall become due :
- Until 70 days before the start of rental, 15 % of the rental charge
- Between 69 to 30 days before the start of rental, 50 % of the rental charge
- Less than 29 to 4 days before the start of rental, 80 % of the rental charge
- 3 days befor of rental or in case of failure to receive, 95 % of the rental charge
- To confirm the booking a deposit of 30% of the rental charge, with a minimum of € 300,- must be paid.
- Complete rental charge calculated on the basis of the booking details must be received not later than 45 days before the commencement of the hire in an account of the Rental Firm to be notified to the Hirer, free of any charges.The security deposit to an amount of € 1.400,- must be paid to the Rental Firm by means of credit card at the latest when the vehicle is collected for guaranteeing compliance with the contractual obligations (MasterCard or Visa. No American Express Card !). A payment of the deposit with Prepaid Credit Cards or cash is not possible.
- Vehicles can be collected and returned from Monday to Friday after arrangement. During weekend, collection and return are only possible after prior arrangement and subject to the payment of an additional charge of € 120,- each day in case of. Camper can be handed off and returned in other cities inside Chile against a respective fee. We neither deliver nor accept return of a camper on 01. January and 25. December.
- The Hirer confirms to have received the vehicle in a flawless technical condition and equipped with the required documentation, the appropriate tools, tyres and accessories and obliges himself to keep it in a good condition. Furthermore, he obliges himself to always comply with the obligations and restrictions set forth in the applicable Road Traffic Regulations. It is absolutely prohibited to smoke inside our vehicles and camper. Pets may only be carried subject to the Rental Firm’s express approval. Cleaning expenses caused by non-compliance with these regulations must be borne by the Hirer.
- Daily insurance rate is € 25,-. In accordance with the principles of a comprehensive vehicle insurance [Kasko insurance], the Rental Firm will, in case of a damage, fully indemnify the Hirer against liability for material damage, subject to an excess to an amount of € 1.400,- to be borne by the Hirer.
- If you want to cross to Argentina, you will need special documents to take vehicle out of the country done by a notary against fee . It also requires an additional insurance for Argentina. Please advise us in time, so we can arrange this for you. | law |
https://www.familylegacystrong.com/about | 2024-03-04T12:28:06 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947476442.30/warc/CC-MAIN-20240304101406-20240304131406-00848.warc.gz | 0.958325 | 220 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__207506473 | en | About the Author
Michelle Adams is an attorney, speaker and legacy consultant. She has over 25 years of leadership and personal development experience in the corporate, non-profit and government sectors.
Michelle's work as an estate planning attorney inspired her to coach parents and individuals to think about the intangible gifts they could share with their loved ones. Michelle is passionate about helping individuals define their personal legacy and working with families to intentionally create the legacy they wish to leave for the next generation.
Working with Michelle Adams
Michelle is licensed to practice law in the state of Colorado. She assists Colorado residents with crafting the proper legal documents that protect loved ones in the event of death or disability.
As a consultant, she works with clients throughout the United States who want to create a legacy plan for their families, businesses or organizations. Additionally, she facilitates family and board retreats that foster deeper connections, build trust and create inspired action.
Michelle also speaks extensively on the subject of estate planning, leadership legacy and personal and family legacy-building. She is known for her engaging presentations and relatability to her audiences. | law |
http://www.fortunelegal.com/ | 2018-01-18T13:57:08 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-05/segments/1516084887414.4/warc/CC-MAIN-20180118131245-20180118151245-00316.warc.gz | 0.981976 | 341 | CC-MAIN-2018-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-05__0__74376900 | en | Scott has obtained jury verdicts in favor of his clients on scores of occasions in state and federal courts since 1985. He has settled hundreds of other cases without the necessity or risk of trial. In 1986, Scott obtained the first reported multi-million dollar jury verdict ($3.3 million) in the United States on behalf of a single employment discrimination victim in Vance v. Southern Bell Tel. & Tel. Co.
, which went to trial here in Jacksonville, in federal court. More recently, during the past few years, Scott and his staff have made recoveries totaling several million dollars on behalf of his clients.
Scott has a reputation for being tenacious and creative while advocating for his clients. He is rated “AV” by his peers, which is the highest rating an attorney can receive concerning ethics and legal ability. He is admitted to practice in the United States Supreme Court, in several federal courts, and all courts in the State of Florida. For nearly twenty years, Scott taught trial skills to other lawyers from around the country, as a faculty member of the National Institute for Trial Advocacy. He is also certified as a mediator by the Florida Supreme Court. Scott is also a member of the National Employment Lawyers Association, The Florida Bar, and the Jacksonville Bar Association. He is currently co-chair of the Jacksonville Bar Association’s Labor and Employment Law Committee.
Scott usually represents no more than 10-15 individuals at a time to ensure that he can be personally involved in every case. Naturally, there is no guarantee that Scott or his firm can make any specific recovery in any particular case. Each case must be evaluated based on its own unique facts and circumstances. | law |
https://marketinic.com/using-contract-lifecycle-management-software-for-accountants-attorneys-and-law-firms/ | 2023-12-06T02:07:48 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100575.30/warc/CC-MAIN-20231206000253-20231206030253-00599.warc.gz | 0.953201 | 833 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__151869607 | en | Most people think about lawyers and accountants as having very different jobs. And, to be fair, that’s not an entirely wrong way of looking at it. Accountants help businesses and individuals manage their finances—tracking budgets, organizing and managing to spend, paying bills on time, and predicting future expenses. Lawyers deal with the legal side of things—consulting on real estate transactions, negotiating contracts, and representing clients in a courtroom. But just because they don’t seem like they have much in common doesn’t mean that these two professions don’t often cross paths.
What is contract lifecycle management software?
Contract lifecycle management software is exactly what it sounds like: a software-based system that helps law firms, accounting firms, and other businesses manage contracts through each stage of their lifecycle. It can be used to create new contracts in addition to managing existing ones.
Contract lifecycle management software provides benefits such as easier workflow automation, streamlined document production, faster review processes, and near real-time visibility into contract status across multiple departments or teams within an organization. In addition to these features, contract lifecycle management can also help improve data security by implementing cloud solutions for storing documents securely online rather than locally on individual devices like laptops or desktops at workstations in an office environment where employees may not always follow security protocols correctly.
Legal & corporate contracts
It is a known fact that contracts are an important part of the business. They are used to protect your company from legal issues and financial risks by outlining the conditions, responsibilities, and limitations related to the agreement.
Contracts can be used to protect your business from intellectual property theft as well as ensure that you’re getting your money’s worth when selling products or services. In addition, contracts are also essential for establishing that both parties agree on a set of rules and boundaries for working together; this reduces disputes down the line by providing a reference point for resolving any issues that may arise.
Small business manager’s dream
If you’re a small business owner, you need to understand how your finances work. You need to know where the money goes and how much is coming in. This will help you avoid problems with cash flow and create projections for your business’s future.
This software allows anyone who runs their own business, including accountants and attorneys, to quickly compile financial data into useful reports that determine where their money is going.
Accounting & financial management simplified
Managing your firm’s accounting and financial management can be a challenging task. With all the invoicing, payment processing, reporting, and financial management processes you have to deal with, it can become overwhelming. However, thanks to automation software that integrates seamlessly with your accounting system (think QuickBooks), you can simplify these tasks and make them easier for everyone at your firm.
Whether it’s one-off invoices or recurring ones like monthly retainer agreements or subscription-based services for clients, automated business invoice software allows attorneys and law firms to send out professional-looking invoices quickly through an email link where clients simply click on it in their inboxes to pay online using any major credit card or electronic check from their bank accounts. No more wasting time trying to send out paper invoices via snail mail when everything is done electronically.
Attorneys who are paid by the hour need an easy way of generating bills for clients so they can pay them easily online without having to calculate their billing rates manually every single time which takes up a lot of precious time during busy seasons like tax season where demand is at its highest peak but manpower isn’t always available due diligence requirements
Contract lifecycle management software can help you stay on top of your contract generation and portability while saving you time and frustration. It can also make it easier to work with those vendors and customers who insist on involving an attorney or external legal counsel during the contracting process. And if you’re an accountant, attorney or law firm yourself, then CLSM will certainly help streamline your processes. | law |
http://www.trade-compliance.org/tag/re-exports | 2013-06-19T20:10:53 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-20/segments/1368709101476/warc/CC-MAIN-20130516125821-00011-ip-10-60-113-184.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.947957 | 209 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-20__0__213060024 | en | BIS has extended the denial of re-export privileges to Iran for Mahan Airways. The company may not directly or indirectly partipate or benefit from any transaction subject to EAR (Export Administration Regulations) for 180 days. It is also a violation of the EAR for any person to participate in a transaction subject to the EAR involving a denied party.
BIS explains their reasoning in a recent news release on their website:
Evidence obtained by BIS shows that Mahan Airways continues to disregard U.S. export controls. BIS evidence also shows that Mahan Airways has violated the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the TDO involving re-exports to Iran of U.S. origin aircraft and that such violations have been significant, deliberate and covert, and there is a likelihood of future violations.
For additional information view the BIS news release.
The EAR plays an important role in trade compliance, and the penalties for violating these regulations can range from denial of export privileges like the above to corporate fines and even imprisonment. | law |
https://aclspokane.org/vi/2024-legislative-agenda/ | 2024-04-22T19:41:24 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818337.62/warc/CC-MAIN-20240422175900-20240422205900-00190.warc.gz | 0.937922 | 631 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__148912575 | en | Join us in supporting our 2024 Legislative Agenda. These bills were chosen with consideration of the ACL Spokane’s priorities and our coalition and partner work. This list is not exhaustive, but is where we feel our efforts can best support positive impacts in our community.
This would close a major loophole in our tax code by having our state’s 100 or so billionaires pay more of their share so that everyone in Washington can thrive. The state wealth tax would collect a 1% property tax from multi-millionaires and billionaires by taxing wealth held in stocks, bonds, and other financial intangible property above $250M that currently remains untaxed by Washington’s revenue system. Only the wealthiest in our state—fewer than 0.01% of Washingtonians—would ever pay.
This bill would ensure every worker in Washington state was eligible for unemployment insurance regardless of immigration status.
Improving housing stability for tenants subject to the residential landlord-tenant act and the manufactured/mobile home landlord-tenant act by limiting rent and fee increases, requiring notice of rent and fee increases, limiting fees and deposits, establishing a landlord resource center and associated services, authorizing tenant lease termination, creating parity between lease types, and providing for attorney general enforcement.
This bill helps law enforcement officers focus on traffic stops related to road safety issues such as impaired/distracted driving and reckless driving, and help drivers fix their vehicles to address low-level violations using City, County, tribal, and nonprofit grant pilot money (repair vouchers, tail light installation workshops, helmet vouchers, fee waivers for expired tabs, etc.).
Police should not be investigating police misconduct. When police officers engage in criminal misconduct—including and especially the deadly use of force—there should be an independent mechanism that investigates and holds law enforcement accountable.
An act relating to strengthening and clarifying the authority of the attorney general to address law enforcement and local corrections agency misconduct through investigations and legal actions.
Expands on last year’s Free School Meals bill (HB 1238) to extend access to ALL students. HB 1238 provides free meals at schools where over 40% of children are eligible for free or reduced-price meals. This year, HB 2058 was proposed to bring free school meals to every Washington student regardless of income.
Expand the age range so that all filers 18 and older can access the credit, ensuring that young adult workers and working seniors are fully included.
This legislation helps ensure mergers do not result in loss of care – gender affirming, reproductive, end of life. The Keep Our Care Act would ensure health entity mergers, acquisitions, and contracting affiliations increase rather than reduce access to vital health services.
Improve access to affordable health care coverage and services for all Washington residents, regardless of immigration status. This includes individuals who are uninsured and underinsured due to immigration status restrictions. The campaign is calling on the Washington State Legislature to ensure the proper implementation of the Medicaid-like program providing no-cost healthcare to undocumented Washingtonians.
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https://www.reederproperties.com/blog/smart-screening-matters-property-management-tips/ | 2024-04-20T01:06:09 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817463.60/warc/CC-MAIN-20240419234422-20240420024422-00629.warc.gz | 0.928733 | 1,876 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__113589848 | en | Updated January 12, 2022
Property investors need to increase their vigilance during tough times. While it can cause panic to lose a resident or deal with an empty property during a crisis, relaxing your guard and your screening protocols will only create more problems.
Rental scammers love to use a crisis to take advantage of property owners with a vacancy to fill. We often find that during a down economy, the volume of rental scams increases. Renters that prey on inexperienced (or desperate) property owners can create expensive problems that put you in a worse financial position than dealing with an empty property. When you can’t evict a bad renter during a crisis, you’re stuck with a problem—indefinitely.
Don’t resign yourself to a less-than-ideal renter or being overwhelmed by what might feel like a no-win situation: property management is here to help! Here’s what investors need to keep in mind when screening renters during tough times.
Please note: This article is not intended as a substitute for the great legal advice of a skilled attorney. It’s designed to help property owners get a little footing during these troubling times for our community. If you need direct legal counsel, reach out to your allies at Reeder Asset Management!
Professional Scammers Love a Crisis
Discouraged property owners are a prime target for “Serial Squatters.” For example, if your resident stopped paying rent or a lease ended without renewal, you have an empty property to fill—and a scammer is more than ready to move in! Be aware that:
- Choosing a new renter that seems “okay” on paper might be tempting.
- Serial Squatters are experts at looking like perfect residents during the application process. They have all of the answers on the application and during an interview.
- They might even have too-good-to-be-believed references—which should be a big red flag to you during the screening process.
These kinds of renters are hard to spot, but that’s where the experience of an expert property manager can help save investors from letting these bad renters move into a property.
Remember this general rule of thumb when screening renters: if they seem too good to be true, they probably are! Experienced property management professionals can help you avoid these renters, even when tough times tell you that “any” new resident is better than one more month with no renter at all.
How to Spot a Professional Scammer
A thorough screening process is the best tool to dig beneath a “perfect” application and the put-together appearance of these devious renters. When screening applicants, property owners can look for some tell-tale signs that you’re not dealing with an honest, legitimate applicant. Residential property management experts know that Serial Squatters often:
- Pay cash upfront for the application fee, security deposit, and first month’s rent. Unfortunately, this tactic makes it tempting to approve them to live in your property.
- Make a big show of how much they know about all things rental law. They’ll offer insights without prompting, and it’s often irrelevant to the interview conversation.
- Provide fake, scripted references. If more than one reference gives you a similar story about the applicant, they were probably coached!
- Have gaps in their rental history and multiple evictions. Running a background check reveals these details that you won’t find on the rental application!
Never approve an applicant until a background check supports the information they put on an application. If you’re not sure your screening process is thorough enough, let a property manager handle it for you.
Scams Don’t fool Property Managers
We’ve seen (almost) everything!A good property management company can tell you that professional scammers continue to get more creative in how they trick property owners. Therefore, a property manager with a professional screening process can help keep them out of your Salt Lake City property.
Our screening process requires these identifying resources:
- A copy of a driver’s license or state-issued ID
- Social Security number
- Date of Birth.
With that information, we conduct a background check that includes:
A Credit Report
A credit report is pulled to understand an applicant’s financial history better. This information can help landlords determine an applicant’s ability to pay rent on time. A credit report includes an applicant’s credit score, credit history, current debts and obligations, and other information that creditors use to determine an individual’s creditworthiness and whether they can afford the monthly rent.
Prior Rental History
A rental history report includes a tenant’s rental history for the past seven years. This report includes the addresses where the tenant has lived, the landlords’ contact information, and the dates of occupancy. It can also let you know if a potential renter has broken a lease in the past, made late rent payments, and if they have had an eviction.
Public Records Search
A public records search includes an individual’s criminal history, including arrests, convictions, and incarcerations. It can also include bankruptcy filings and civil judgments. This can help identify potentially dangerous renters who could damage the rental property or put neighbors in danger. Sometimes good people commit crimes when they are young and foolish. It doesn’t necessarily disqualify a person from renting your property if something shows up, but more questions should be asked.
A Social Security Fraud Search
A social security fraud search is the process of verifying an individual’s social security number to ensure that it is not being used fraudulently. This is important because it helps to protect against a potential renter who might try to take advantage using an alias. A thorough tenant screening will also search the National Criminal Alias search.
Sex Offender Registry Search
A sex offender registry search is a search of state or federal sex offender registries to determine if someone is listed on one or more registries. The information shown includes the individual’s name, date of birth, addresses, photos, and descriptions of their crimes.
Previous Landlord Verification
There are a few reasons why a landlord might want to speak with a former landlord before renting to a tenant. One reason is to get an idea of how well the tenant paid rent and if they caused any damage to the property. Another reason is to find out if the tenant caused any problems with their neighbors.
Employment and Income Verification
There are a few important reasons why it’s essential to verify a potential renter’s employment and income. First, it’s important to ensure that the renter can afford to pay rent. You don’t want to end up with someone who can’t pay rent and ends up defaulting on the lease. Second, it’s important to verify that the person is actually employed. Investors don’t want to rent to someone who may not have the financial stability to stay in the apartment for the entire lease term.
Pet Screening (For Pet-Friendly Properties)
If you allow pets in your rental properties, you should still perform a pet screening. This information will tell you the type of breed the resident has and whether they could be a danger to others or damage the property. It’s also important to ensure that the renter has a valid pet license and that their pet is up-to-date on all of its vaccines.
We leave no detail uncovered related to placing the best-qualified renter in your property. Letting professional property management experts screen your residents also helps protect your investment property from lawsuits. In addition, we follow all fair housing regulations to avoid discriminatory practices during the screening process.
A Property Management Company Helps Screen Renters During Tough Times
Scam artists love to take advantage of a crisis. However, property owners must stick to a proven screening process during tough times—or call in the professionals for help!
It’s important to perform a thorough tenant screening to prevent any potential problems that might come up during the lease term. By considering these factors, we’re able to help you find the perfect renter for your property and keep it safe from harm or damage.
Don’t let tough times override your renter screening practices! Instead, let us apply our tenant screening services when looking for your next prospective resident with an exhaustive background check, including criminal records, bankruptcy filings, civil judgments, sex offender registries, and more so you can rest easy knowing they are qualified.
Reeder Asset Management understands dealing with lost rental income during tough economic times. Instead of relaxing your renter criteria, it’s essential to stay strong and hold out for the right residents! Let our team help you keep professional renters out of your Salt Lake City properties—in good times and tough times. We’re here to help!
Learn more about how we handle rent collection in a recession with our free Collecting Rent In a Crisis Handbook! | law |
http://www.saint-lukes.co.uk/data-privacy-notice | 2019-10-15T16:39:41 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-43/segments/1570986660067.26/warc/CC-MAIN-20191015155056-20191015182556-00055.warc.gz | 0.927768 | 1,695 | CC-MAIN-2019-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-43__0__100450083 | en | St Luke’s Church, St Albans
46 Cell Barnes Lane, St Albans AL1 5QJ
DATA PRIVACY NOTICE
1. Your personal data – what is it?
Personal data relates to a living individual who can be identified from that data. Identification can be by the information alone or in conjunction with any other information in the data controller’s possession or likely to come into such possession. The processing of personal data is governed by the General Data Protection Regulation (the “GDPR”).
2. Who are we?
The Data Controller for St Luke’s Church, St Albans is its Parochial Church Council (hereafter referred to as ‘The PCC’) contact details below. As Data Controller, the PCC decides how your personal data is processed to deliver the church’s mission in the local community. The PCC works together with the Vicar, who is joint data controller. That means that both PCC and Vicar are responsible to you for how we process your data.
3. What data do we hold / process?
This could include:
Names, contact detail (addresses, email addresses, telephone numbers), photographs.
Where they are relevant to our mission (or where you provide them to us) we may process demographic information such as gender, age, date of birth, marital status, family composition, and dependants.
Where you make donations – your name, address, signature and financial identifiers such as bank details (branch address, bank sort-code, account number), payment card numbers, payment / transaction identifiers.
The data we process is likely to constitute sensitive personal data because, as a church, the fact that we process your data at all may be suggestive of your religious beliefs.
4. How do we process your personal data?
The PCC complies with its obligations under the “GDPR” by keeping personal data up to date (except in the case of one-off Gift Aid declarations, where the original declaration will be retained as required by HMRC); by storing and destroying personal data securely; by not collecting or retaining excessive amounts of data; by protecting personal data from loss, misuse, unauthorised access and disclosure and by ensuring that appropriate physical and technical measures are in place to protect personal data.
We use your personal data for the following purposes: -
To enable us to provide a voluntary service for the benefit of the public in a particular geographical area as specified in our constitution;
To administer membership records;
To fundraise and promote the interests of the church;
To manage our employees and volunteers;
To maintain our own accounts and records (including the processing of Gift Aid applications);
To inform you of news, events, activities and services running at St Luke’s;
To share your contact details as appropriate with the Diocesan office and other local Anglican organisations so they can keep you informed about news in the area / diocese and events, activities and services that will be occurring locally / in the diocese and in which you may be interested;
To carry out comprehensive safeguarding procedures (including due diligence and complaints handling) in accordance with best safeguarding practice from time to time with the aim of ensuring that all children and adults-at-risk are provided with safe environments;
To minister to you and provide you with pastoral and spiritual care (such as visiting you when you are gravely ill or bereaved) and to organise and perform ecclesiastical services for you, such as baptisms, confirmations, weddings and funerals;
To deliver the Church’s mission to our community, and to carry out any other voluntary or charitable activities for the benefit of the public as provided for in the constitution and statutory framework of each data controller;
To seek your views or comments;
To notify you of changes to our services, events and role holders;
To send you communications that may be of interest to you. These may include information about campaigns, appeals, other fundraising activities;
To process a grant or application for a role;
5. What is the legal basis for processing your personal data?
Most of our data is processed because it is necessary for our legitimate interests, or the legitimate interests of a third party (such as another organisation in the Church of England). An example of this would be our safeguarding work to protect children and adults at risk. We will always take into account your interests, rights and freedoms.
Some of our processing is necessary for compliance with a legal obligation. For example, we are required by the Church Representation Rules to administer and publish the electoral roll, and under Canon Law to announce forthcoming weddings by means of the publication of banns.
We may also process data if it is necessary for the performance of a contract with you, or to take steps to enter into a contract. An example of this would be processing your data in connection with the hire of church facilities. We would also process data for carrying out obligations under employment, social security or social protection law, or a collective agreement;
As a religious organisation, we are also permitted to process information about your religious beliefs to administer membership or contact details. Our processing may include both current and former members (together with those who have regular contact or connection with us).
Where your information is used other than in accordance with one of these legal bases, we will first obtain your explicit consent to that use.
6. Sharing your personal data
Your personal data will be treated as strictly confidential and will only be shared with other members of the church in order to carry out a service to other church members or for purposes connected with the church. We will only share your data with third parties outside of the parish with your consent.
7. How long do we keep your personal data?
We keep data in accordance with the guidance set out in the guide “Keep or Bin: Care of Your Parish Records” which is available from the Church of England website [see below for link].
Specifically, we retain electoral roll data while it is still current; Gift Aid declarations and associated paperwork for up to 6 years after the calendar year to which they relate; and parish registers (baptisms, marriages, funerals) permanently.
7. Your rights and your personal data
Unless subject to an exemption under the GDPR, you have the following rights with respect to your personal data: -
The right to request a copy of your personal data which the PCC holds about you;
The right to request that the PCC corrects any personal data if it is found to be inaccurate or out of date;
The right to request your personal data is erased where it is no longer necessary for the PCC to retain such data;
The right to withdraw your consent to the PCC processing this data at any time;
The right, where there is a dispute in relation to the accuracy or processing of your personal data, to request a restriction is placed on further processing;
The right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioners Office.
8. Further processing
If we wish to use your personal data for a new purpose, not covered by this Data Protection Notice, then we will provide you with a new Notice explaining this new use prior to commencing the processing and setting out the relevant purposes and processing conditions. Where and whenever necessary, we will seek your prior consent to the new processing.
9. Contact Details
To exercise all relevant rights, queries or complaints please in the first instance contact the Parish Administrator at [email protected].
You can contact the Information Commissioners Office on 0303 123 1113 or via email https://ico.org.uk/global/contact-us/email/ or at the Information Commissioner's Office, Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire. SK9 5AF.
Details about retention periods can currently be found in the Record Management Guides located on the Church of England website at: - https://www.churchofengland.org/about-us/structure/churchcommissioners/administration/librariesandarchives/recordsmanagementguides.aspx
St Luke’s Data Privacy Notice (PDF file) | law |
https://www.kaplittlegal.com/top-5-questions-to-ask-before-signing-an-llc-operating-agreement/ | 2024-04-14T18:05:30 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816893.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20240414161724-20240414191724-00476.warc.gz | 0.960666 | 2,542 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__100289719 | en | 1. Who’s in charge, and how will decisions be made for the LLC?
A limited liability company, or “LLC”, is basically a partnership with the legal protections of a corporation. As with a traditional partnership, the partners – or “members” – of an LLC need to decide how decisions will be made. Most LLCs are either “member-managed” or “manager-managed”. The former means that all of the members together manage the LLC, while the latter means that one or more managers will manage the LLC. A partnership is usually governed by a partnership agreement, which sets out how the partnership is governed, and the various rights and obligations of the partners. An LLC has an “operating agreement” that is similar to, and serves the same purpose, as a partnership agreement.
For LLCs with just 2 or 3 members, decisions can be made either unanimously or by majority vote (which usually means majority of membership interests, or percentage ownership, and not majority of members). This simple arrangement makes sense if the members know each other well and have a strong relationship based on trust and prior collaboration.
However, for an LLC with more than 3 or 4 members, or an LLC with just 2 members who do not have a shared work history, a more detailed decision-making process is necessary. For routine matters, a simple majority of membership interests is usually acceptable. But what about key decisions, such as admitting new members, or selling the LLC, or changing its business focus, or raising new capital from outside investors or lenders, or incurring significant debt to expand the business, upgrade infrastructure or invest in new technologies? Those are just a few of the types of important decisions that will affect all members.
A common way of balancing this tension between democratic (majority-rule) governance, and the need to give dissenting or minority shareholders a voice, is to require a “supermajority” vote for such decisions in the operating agreement. The required vote percentage is a matter for the members to agree on, but a common formula is to require the affirmative vote of at least 2/3 of the membership interests. A lower bar would be more than 50% of the membership interests, which is often the same as 2/3 if there are only 3 members.
In some cases, even if there are multiple members, one or two members may be the driving force behind the LLC. They may bring all or most of the start-up capital, or they may have highly valuable skills or relationships that will add considerable value to the LLC. The other members may play a more passive role either because they’re investing a comparatively small amount of capital, or they’re contributing only specific or limited services or know-how. In these situations, the members may agree that it’s logical and fair that the “principal members” have disproportionate control over decision-making. In fact, many passive minority members want the driving members to be in control, because of their superior knowledge or skills. Thus, certain key decisions may be left to the sole or joint discretion of the principal members.
2. Who will fund the LLC if more capital is needed?
In the start-up phase of a new LLC, the members will usually discuss an initial budget before the members have made their initial investments. But what if the money runs out before the initial goals are achieved, or before the LLC starts generating revenues? In certain industries like life sciences, it is understood and expected that a start-up will “bleed cash” for months or years before a promised technology achieves success in the marketplace. In most other industries, members would expect to recoup their investment within a reasonable period of time, at most a few years.
A problem arises when a new LLC burns through cash faster than the members had anticipated. In the start-up world, a common phrase is “runway length”, which is an offhand way of asking how much money – or “runway” – the business has left. For a promising LLC that is desperate for new capital, new investors bringing fresh capital can be expected to exploit those circumstances, and bargain for more equity at a lower valuation. For an “ordinary” LLC that is not shooting for the moon, shortfalls in operating capital can only be remedied if the LLC secures new loans or lines of credit, or if the existing members add to their initial investment, or make additional capital contributions.
Partnerships refer to the latter as a “capital call”, which is what happens when the general partner (or the manager or majority of membership interests in an LLC) requires limited partners (or other members of an LLC) to make additional capital contributions so that the LLC can continue operating for some period of time. In practice, capital calls are a highly sensitive issue since passive or minority partners or members are reluctant to accept an open-ended liability to make additional investments, especially if the LLC’s prospects are uncertain. Some LLC operating agreements provide that members will not be required to make additional capital contributions against their will. That essentially leaves open the question of who will fund ongoing needs if the LLC’s capital runs low and there are no options for external funding (either new investors or debt). In such event, one or more members will have to step up and invest additional capital for the LLC to continue operating (and in such event, the additional capital will usually increase the membership interest percentage of the contributing members, and dilute, or reduce, the membership percentage of the non-contributing members).
3. Will the members be allowed to sell their membership interests or exit the LLC ?
For any number of reasons, such as a need for liquidity, at some point some of the members may wish to sell their membership interests and/or resign from the LLC. Remaining members might object to a sale because the purchaser of the selling member’s interest will now become their partner as a new member of the LLC. If the purchaser is not reputable, or is competing with the LLC, or has interests that conflict with those of the LLC, the remaining members could be negatively impacted. Alternatively, if the selling member has found a buyer who is willing to pay an attractive price, other members may wish to sell their interests as well.
Resignation may also present issues if the resigning member wants the LLC or the remaining members to buy out his or her interests. Even without a mandatory buy-out, the mere act of resigning could negatively impact the balance of voting power among the remaining members, or result in that member avoiding certain responsibilities or obligations that should be shared equally among the members.
For those reasons, it is common for the members to agree in their operating agreement that no member may resign or sell their membership interests without the consent of the other members (either all or a majority of interests). This restriction, for better or worse, places all members on an equal footing.
In multi-member LLCs, it is common to include in the operating agreement a restriction sometimes referred to as a “drag and tag”. A drag right means that if a controlling member (usually the holder(s) of a majority of membership interests) finds a buyer who wishes to buy out all of the members and purchase the LLC, the controlling member can “drag” along the other members and force them to sell on the same terms and for the same price. At first glance this right may seem unnecessary, since presumably the controlling members would only sell on favorable terms, and presumably the other members should be pleased to sell on the same terms. However, without a drag right, some of the minority members could hold up the transaction by demanding an even higher price or additional benefits. Also, most purchasers of a controlling interest in an LLC will want to acquire 100% of the membership interests and become the sole owner. A drag right allows the controlling members to “shop the company” without having to negotiate terms in advance with each individual member.
Similarly, a “tag” provides that if any member receives a “bona fide offer” from a prospective purchaser, the other members must be notified and offered the right to sell their shares on the same terms, usually on a pro rata basis. For example, if an LLC has 5 equal members (20% membership interests each), and one member receives a buy-out offer, the remaining members would have to be notified and given the same right. If all 4 members choose to exercise that right, then each member could only sell a pro rata portion of their membership interests, or 20% each. It is somewhat rare for a purchaser to want to purchase only a minority interest in a private LLC, but it does happen (e.g., for tax-loss sales among members). As a practical matter, though, the tag right usually applies when a controlling member has found a Buyer that is content with owning only a controlling interest. In that case, the tag right ensures that the remaining members will have the opportunity to sell a pro rata portion of their membership interests in the same “exit event” as the selling controlling member.
4. What happens if a member dies, or becomes sick or disabled ?
Because an LLC is akin to a partnership, the untimely death, illness or disability of a member can raise numerous issues for the LLC and the other members. If the affected member is a passive investor, with little or no involvement in management and direction of the LLC, the impact will probably be minimal. But if the affected member is also the manager, or has specialized skills or knowledge critical to the LLC’s success, that member’s absence will likely have a profound effect.
There are several ways to manage and mitigate the impact of a member who passes, or who becomes unable to continue to participate in the affairs of the LLC. One common mechanism is to include in the operating agreement (or in a subsequent agreement) a “buy-sell” agreement. While the terms vary, most buy-sell agreements provide a mechanism to determine the buy-out price of an affected member’s interest, and whether other members can be required to fund the purchase. Alternatively, the members may wish to allow the affected member’s executor, guardian or designated representative to continue holding the membership interest, but without any voting or management rights.
Though not mandatory, it is both prudent and common for the LLC to take out “key man” life insurance on the members or managers most important to the LLC. This type of insurance protects both the LLC and the other members by providing a death or disability benefit to the LLC itself. In most cases, the LLC would then use the proceeds to buy out the affected member’s interests. However, if the affected member’s family or heirs wish to retain the interest, and the LLC consents, then the insurance proceeds could instead be used to hire new professionals.
5. How will disputes be resolved?
Just like the best of marriages, even the best business partnerships will be tested and face their share of ups and downs. Most of the time LLC members are able to work things out by focusing on their shared interests in seeing the LLC continue to grow and be profitable. Still, there are any number of circumstances that may create “irreconcilable differences” among members with equal voting power or other forms of leverage. Just like a marriage that has run its course, an LLC that can no longer be operated by its members, either due to fundamental and irresolvable disputes, or a lack of needed fundings, or some other cause, must be dissolved. Generally that is accomplished by paying off any remaining debts of the LLC and filing articles of dissolution. But, like a dissolving marriage, “business divorces” can similarly range from amicable to deeply hostile. If the members cannot resolve their differences over how to dissolve the LLC (and often, who owes what to whom), often the only recourse is judicial dissolution or bankruptcy. In either scenario, ultimately the courts resolve these issues one way or another. Therefore, it is always best practice to provide a dispute resolution mechanism in the Operating Agreement (a common option is binding arbitration, sometimes with mandatory pre-mediation). | law |
http://www.polymia.by/2019/07/over-450000-people-attracted-to-2nd-european-games-minsk-2019-fan-zones/ | 2023-03-24T08:57:35 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296945279.63/warc/CC-MAIN-20230324082226-20230324112226-00309.warc.gz | 0.9744 | 528 | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__189557227 | en | Over 450,000 people attracted to 2nd European Games Minsk 2019 fan zones
Over 450,000 people visited fan zones of the 2nd European Games Minsk 2019. No incidents were registered over there during celebrations and competitions, BelTA learned from Deputy Chief of the Central Office for Law Enforcement and Prevention of the Belarusian Internal Affairs Ministry Dmitry Kuryan on 1 July.
The officer noted that a colossal amount of preparations had been done before the games. “It allowed us to enable rather good law and public order in places where competitions and mass events were taking place,” he said.
Fan zones were organized all over the country for those willing to root for the athletes. The fan zones attracted over 450,000 people, Dmitry Kuryan specified. In his words, no incidents or emergencies were registered in venues of the 2nd European Games Minsk 2019 and the fan zones. Only in several cases people contacted the police, for instance, some people left or lost their belongings. Police officers promptly helped with their recovery.
“Statistics demonstrates that the average number of crimes per day in Minsk during the 2nd European Games was virtually half of the number we usually register,” Dmitry Kuryan said.
According to Stanislav Solovei, an official spokesman of the Traffic Police Department of the Belarusian Internal Affairs Ministry, no serious traffic accidents involving 2nd European Games Minsk 2019 transportation had been registered either. He also praised good work of 25 female traffic wardens.
Oleg Panchuk, a representative of the Healthcare Ministry, Head of the Department for Organizing Medical Protection in Emergencies, said that there are no complaints about medical aid. Medical service during the games was requested slightly more than 1,600 times, including over 1,100 times at competition venues and 492 times outside them. Medical aid was provided to over 1,500 people on the spot. “Medical evacuation was necessary in 49 cases. 29 patients were hospitalized,” Oleg Panchuk informed. As many as 60 foreign participants of the games came to medical institutions on their own. A total of about 800 medics were employed during the 2nd European Games Minsk 2019.
In turn, Sergei Novik, Head of the Emergency Response and Alleviation Services Office of the Belarusian Emergencies Ministry, said that rescue workers and assets were recruited from the reserve during the 2nd European Games Minsk 2019. The extra assets did not affect safety in any way.
Belarusian police will remain in a heightened security mode till 4 July. | law |
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https://production.foxbangor.com/news/item/49060-lagrange-father-son-arrested-on-drug-charges | 2019-09-22T06:12:05 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-39/segments/1568514575168.82/warc/CC-MAIN-20190922053242-20190922075242-00032.warc.gz | 0.978233 | 142 | CC-MAIN-2019-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-39__0__168175003 | en | According to a release from Maine drug agents, authorities stopped a truck traveling south on Interstate 95 in Waterville Monday.
Inside the truck were Lloyd MacFarlane, Sr., 55, and Lloyd MacFarlane, Jr., 24, as well as 400 Oxycodone tablets police say were going to be sold.
Drug agents then executed a search warrant at their home on Medford Road in Lagrange.
The search turned up more than 100 Oxycodone tablets, eleven firearms and just under $30,000 in suspected drug proceeds.
The two have each been charged with aggravated trafficking.
They are being held at the Kennebec County Jail and scheduled to make their first court appearance Wednesday. | law |
https://goodmanfielder.com/privacy-policy/ | 2021-02-28T15:57:11 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-10/segments/1614178361510.12/warc/CC-MAIN-20210228145113-20210228175113-00342.warc.gz | 0.9267 | 1,512 | CC-MAIN-2021-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-10__0__36010078 | en | At Goodman Fielder we recognise and respect your privacy. We are committed to protecting the personal information we may collect from time to time.
Goodman Fielder Pty Limited and its related companies are bound by privacy laws in Australia and New Zealand, including:
This policy sets out how Goodman Fielder Pty Limited and its related companies manage personal information held by it, including how we collect, disclose and use personal information. You will also find information about how to contact us if you have any questions about privacy issues including how to update or access your personal information or make a complaint.
By providing your personal information to us, you consent to our collection, storage, use and disclosure of your personal information in accordance with this policy.
What information is covered by this policy?
This policy sets out how we manage your ‘personal information’ which is generally any information or opinion about an identified individual or an individual who is reasonably identifiable. ‘Personal information’ and ‘sensitive information’ are as defined under the applicable Privacy Laws. Some parts also cover ‘credit related information’.
Any personal information we collect about you will be dealt with in accordance with this policy, unless we tell you that it will be dealt with in a more limited way on a particular form or website.
Providing your personal information will always be optional for you. However, some services may not be available to you if you choose not to provide it.
What information do we collect and how do we collect it?
We only collect information that we consider necessary for our business activities and based on our relationship with you. The kinds of personal information collected by Goodman Fielder include:
If we have extended a credit facility to you, we will also collect information internally about your payment performance. We may also collect personal information about you from publicly available sources, or in some cases, from credit reporting agencies that we deal with.
If you, or a company of which you are the director, apply to us for credit, we may obtain a credit report about you from a credit reporting body. We may also obtain a credit report about you (when the Privacy Laws permit us to do so) if you have guaranteed, or have offered to guarantee, an application for a credit facility for a company or someone else.
When we request a credit report from a credit reporting body, we will provide information to the credit reporting body that identifies you, and we may give them information about the type and amount of credit applied for or provided to you (or your company)
How do we store your information?
We hold personal information and credit information in:
Our storage mechanisms may be managed in a number of ways. These may be managed or administered internally by Goodman Fielder and may be held locally in Australia or New Zealand, or, they could be managed by a third party storage provider with whom Goodman Fielder has a contractual relationship and be either managed locally or overseas.
How do we protect your information?
We will take all reasonable steps to protect your personal information from misuse, interference and loss, as well as unauthorised access, modification or disclosure. The ways we do this include:
Use and Disclosure
We may use and disclose your personal information and credit information for the following purposes:
Do we disclose your personal information overseas?
Goodman Fielder is a leading food company across Australia, New Zealand and Asia Pacific.
We may disclose your personal information overseas for the purposes described above. This may include transferring your information to our related companies, agents, business partners and service providers located outside Australia and New Zealand, including in Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Singapore, Malaysia, China, India, Philippines Indonesia, New Caledonia, France and the US.
We will ensure that any overseas transfer of personal and credit information are in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 or other applicable laws. We will also take reasonable steps to ensure that any overseas recipients of personal information have appropriate safeguards to ensure the integrity and security of that information.
What about links to other websites?
Opting In and Opting Out
We are committed to full compliance with the Australian Spam Act and the New Zealand Unsolicited Electronic Messages Act.
You will have the option to subscribe to certain promotional and marketing email and/or text communications. By subscribing to our email and/or text communications, or otherwise providing us with your email address and/or mobile number, you consent to receiving emails and/or texts (as the case may be) which promote and market our products and services, or the products and services of others, from time to time.
You can opt out of those communications at any stage by utilizing the corresponding “unsubscribe” or “opt out” facility. Once you have unsubscribed from our email or text communications, we will remove you from the corresponding marketing list as soon as is reasonably practicable.
How do you access your personal information and update it?
You can ask us for access to the personal information we hold about you. You can also ask us to update or change any personal information we hold about you, if that information is wrong, missing parts or out of date.
You can also ask us to delete your personal information, which we will do unless we are legally required or otherwise permitted to continue storing your information.
It’s easy – just email our Consumer Advisory Centre at [email protected] and include the words ‘ATT: THE PRIVACY OFFICER’ or call us on 1800 638 112 (free call from Australia) or 0800 100 538 (free call from New Zealand).
We will respond as quickly as possible. Please note that we may need additional time to respond to requests for large amounts of information.
How do you make a complaint?
We take your concerns seriously. If you have any concerns about privacy or the use or collection of your personal information by Goodman Fielder please email our Consumer Advisory Centre at [email protected] and include the words ‘ATT: THE PRIVACY OFFICER’ or call us on 1800 638 112 (free call from Australia) or 0800 100 538 (free call from New Zealand).
We will respond as quickly as possible and handle all complaints in a way that is fair and consistent. If you are not satisfied with our response, you can make a formal complaint with the relevant privacy regulator:
Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC)
Phone: 1300 363 992
Director of Compliance
Office of the Australian Information Commissioner
Mail: GPO Box 5218
Sydney NSW 2001
Office of the Privacy Commissioner
Complaints may be made:
Phone: 0800 803 909
Fax: +64 (4) 474 7595
Mail: Office of the Privacy Commissioner, PO Box 10094, Wellington 6143
It may become necessary for us to update the terms of this policy. Any changes will be updated on our website. Your continuing relationship with us following any updates constitutes acceptance of this policy as amended. We recommend that you check back from time to time to make sure you are aware of any updates.
If you’re interested in supplying one of our products, or would like to do business with us we’d love to hear from you. | law |
https://newjersey.phonenumbers.org/scams/ | 2023-04-01T22:23:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296950363.89/warc/CC-MAIN-20230401221921-20230402011921-00007.warc.gz | 0.93409 | 1,689 | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__216288927 | en | New Jersey phone scams are fraudulent activities perpetrated against residents of the state using telephone services. Live phone calls, text messages, and robocalls are all employed by phone scammers in their schemes. Phone scams typically aim to steal money and sensitive information. Phone scammers in New Jersey often disguise identities, but phone lookup applications can unmask them.
The Division of Consumer Affairs (DCA) of the New Jersey Office of the Attorney General (OAG) protects residents from phone scams. It educates them on how to identify and avoid phone scams while also enforcing the Consumer Fraud Act and its regulations. New Jerseyans who are victims of phone scams can file complaints with the OAG by submitting the consumer complaint form to the DCA’s office at:
124 Halsey Street
Newark, New Jersey 07101
P. O. Box 45025
Residents can also send completed forms to the DCA by email. Alternatively, New Jersey phone scams can be reported to local law enforcement agencies or the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The commonly perpetrated phone scams in New Jersey include:
- Medicare Phone Scams - Scammers pretend to be employees of Medicare and ask targeted New Jerseyans to replace insurance cards.
- IRS Scams - The callers claim to be with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and tell New Jersey residents to pay their owed taxes immediately.
- Lottery Phone Scams - New Jerseyans get phone calls announcing they have won bogus prizes. They must send money to claim their winnings.
- Grandparent Scams - Fraudsters pose as loved ones, usually grandchildren, to extort elderly New Jerseyans
- Electric Utility Scams - Scammers who pretend to be with local utility companies contact New Jerseyans to rip them off.
- Tech Support Scams - These are scams in which scammers claim to be representatives of targeted New Jerseyans' computer companies. They typically aim to steal their marks' personal information.
Other prevalent scams in New Jersey include:
- Charity scams
- COVID-19 scams
- Jury duty scams
- Telemarketing scams
- Disaster-related scams
- Vehicle warranty scams
- Credit card scams
- Debt collector scams
What are New Jersey IRS Scams?
IRS scams happen all year round but are particularly prevalent around tax season. Scammers pretend to be Internal Revenue Service (IRS) employees and cheat residents out of money and/or steal their personal information. The callers will claim that call recipients owe some money to the IRS and threaten arrest or legal action. To avoid these actions, they instruct targets to pay immediately via some unusual payment channels like wire transfer, gift cards, or bitcoins. Sometimes, these scammers spoof Caller IDs of the IRS to make their calls and demands appear legitimate.
The IRS cautions residents that it does not make threatening phone calls or request tax payment over the phone. The IRS only initiates communication with taxpayers by mail unless taxpayers request phone engagements. New Jerseyans can fish out the identities of IRS scammers by doing reverse phone lookup searches on the callers' numbers. Victims of IRS scams can file complaints online with the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA). The IRS warns residents not to send money to persons claiming to be its employees over the phone.
What are Lottery Phone Scams?
New Jerseyans can uncover the identities of fraudsters who engage in lottery scams using phone lookup applications. In these scams, the fraudsters will claim to be agents of familiar legitimate lottery companies and tell targeted persons that they won lotteries. The calls recipients might not have even entered any contest and yet, fall for such baits. To facilitate claiming the winnings, the callers will ask their targets to pay some fees upfront. Such money they will claim covers taxes and other service charges. Their preferred means of receiving payment are preloaded cards, credit cards, wire transfer, or iTunes cards. If you receive this type of call, know that it is a scam, end it immediately to avoid falling victim. Once their victims send money, the scammers disappear, and tracing such payments are usually hard.
The New Jersey Office of the Attorney General warns residents against lottery scams and advises them never to send money when they receive such calls. Also, New Jerseyans should never share their credit card details with anyone over the phone, especially if they did not initiate such calls. If you are a victim of a lottery scam in New Jersey, report your encounter to any law enforcement agency in your locality. You can also file a complaint online with the FTC.
What are Electric Utility Scams?
Scammers are falsely claiming to be representatives of local electric utility companies to steal from New Jerseyans. These scams have multiple variations. In a popular version, the callers will attempt to trick their targets into giving out billing and personal information. They achieve this by promising to lower targets' monthly cost of their utility bills as bait. The aim is to commit identity theft with such information. In another variant, the scammers will claim that their marks have outstanding electric bills and must pay immediately to avoid service interruption. They often target both business and residential customers of electric utility companies and demand payment by gift cards or wire transfer.
New Jerseyans must know that legitimate utility companies will never threaten to shut off electricity without prior multiple written notices. Hang up on such a call if you receive any, and do not send money or share personal and billing information. Contact the phone number provided on your previous utility bills to confirm the caller's claim. Report New Jersey electric utility scams by submitting a completed complaint form to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs (DCA) via email.
What are Credit Card Scams?
New Jerseyans understand the implication of having compromised debit or credit cards. Phone scammers impersonate employees of banks or card companies and take advantage of cardholders' fears to rip them off using this scheme. Phone lookup services can help retrieve the identities of these fraudsters. In most cases, the scammers employ text messages. The texts often come as fraud alerts, notifying targeted cardholders of some supposed frauds on their cards. To stop such thefts, the scammers will instruct their targets to send card details and PIN in response to those texts. It is important to emphasize that banks, card companies, or their employees will never ask for such information. Your card information is confidential and should not be shared with anyone, especially not over the phone. New Jerseyans who believe they are victims of this scam can register formal complaints online with the FTC or report to their local law enforcement agencies.
How Do I Avoid Becoming a Victim of a Phone Scam?
- The most reliable way of avoiding phone scams is by ignoring calls from unknown numbers. Allow such calls to go to voicemail.
- If you answer a call and suspect it might be a scam, hang up immediately and report it by sending a completed complaint form by email to the DCA. You can also search the caller's number on a phone lookup website to verify if they are what they claim to be.
- If you receive an automated robocall, end it immediately. Do not follow instructions to push any numbers to speak with live persons. It is a trick to identify active phone numbers, and that will lead to more robocalls.
- Do not share information such as your social security number, credit card details, or bank account information with unknown persons over the phone. Also, do not send money to them even if they threaten arrest or jail while claiming to represent government agencies.
- Register your phone number on the DNC Registry managed by the FTC to prevent robocall scams. Dial 1 (888) 382-1222 from your phone number to enroll.
- Block numbers you have identified as scam phone numbers. Most cell phones have built-in functions that allow users to block incoming numbers. Third-party call-blocking applications such as Truecaller, Nomorobo, and Hiya can also block telemarketers' unsolicited calls.
Keep abreast of the latest phone scams. Fraudsters are persistently advancing in their schemes to extort residents. New Jerseyans can get up-to-date information on phone scams from the FTC's website. | law |
http://egbs.com.au/news/item/51-vba-seminar-series-off-to-a-great-start | 2018-11-15T13:33:06 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-47/segments/1542039742685.33/warc/CC-MAIN-20181115120507-20181115142507-00071.warc.gz | 0.925982 | 146 | CC-MAIN-2018-47 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-47__0__100215486 | en | The 2015 VBA Seminar Series began last week with a booked out Melbourne seminar and more than 350 practitioners attending sessions in the first week.
The free seminars are being held for building and plumbing practitioners around the state until 6 May 2015.
Sessions for building practitioners will focus on changes to the Building Code of Australia 2015, including Victorian variations, as well as an update on the 'Sunsetting' project to evaluate the Building Regulations, and our review of industry practice notes. Sessions for the plumbing industry will focus on plumbing standards, the Plumbing Code of Australia 2015 and common technical enquiries.
For more information on the 2015 VBA Seminar Series or to register for an upcoming session, visit the VBA website. | law |
https://psbeautytry.com/crypto-scams-usa-how-crypto-scam-recovery-companies-can-help/ | 2023-12-02T18:41:35 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100448.65/warc/CC-MAIN-20231202172159-20231202202159-00069.warc.gz | 0.920504 | 1,095 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__105162576 | en | Cryptocurrencies have gained significant popularity in recent years, offering a decentralized and secure means of financial transactions. However, the rise of cryptocurrencies has also attracted scammers who exploit unsuspecting individuals through various fraudulent schemes. To combat this issue, Crypto scam recovery companies have emerged, playing a crucial role in investigating and recovering funds lost to crypto scams in the USA. This article aims to provide an informative and descriptive exploration of crypto scam investigation in the USA, focusing on the role of recovery companies and the assistance they offer to victims of crypto scams.
Crypto scams encompass a range of deceptive practices aimed at defrauding individuals in the cryptocurrency market. These scams can take various forms, including fake initial coin offerings (ICOs), Ponzi schemes, pump-and-dump schemes, fraudulent exchanges, and phishing attacks. Scammers often exploit the anonymity and complexity of the crypto market to trick victims into making investments or sharing sensitive information.
Crypto scams can have devastating consequences for victims. Individuals who fall victim to these scams may suffer significant financial losses, leading to financial hardship and emotional distress. Moreover, crypto scams erode trust in the cryptocurrency market, hinder its mainstream adoption, and undermine the overall integrity of the industry.
These agencies are specialized in investigating crypto scams and helping victims recover their lost funds. These companies employ experienced investigators who possess knowledge of blockchain technology, cryptocurrency transactions, and the methods employed by scammers. They employ various techniques such as data analysis, forensic investigation, and information gathering to track and uncover the identities of scammers and their illicit activities.
These organizations collaborate with law enforcement agencies in the USA to assist in the investigation and prosecution of crypto scammers. By sharing information and providing evidence, these companies support law enforcement efforts, increasing the chances of apprehending and bringing scammers to justice. This collaboration also helps in establishing legal precedents and creating a deterrent effect to prevent future crypto scams.
Fake ICOs and investment schemes lure individuals with promises of high returns on their crypto investments. These scams often involve fraudulent companies or individuals creating deceptive websites and marketing materials to attract potential investors. Investigation companies play a crucial role in identifying these scams, exposing fraudulent entities, and helping victims recover their investments.
Ponzi schemes in the crypto space involve scammers promising high returns to investors, using funds from new investors to pay off previous investors. These enterprises investigate and unravel these schemes, tracing the flow of funds and assisting victims in recovering their losses. Their expertise in blockchain analysis helps in identifying the movement of funds and determining the extent of the fraud.
Phishing and hacking attacks target individuals’ crypto wallets or exchange accounts, aiming to steal their cryptocurrencies. These recovery companies assist victims of such attacks by guiding securing their accounts, recovering stolen funds, and investigating the perpetrators behind these cybercrimes.
These Cryptocurrency fraud recovery organizations utilize advanced blockchain analysis tools to trace and analyze cryptocurrency transactions related to scams. By examining transaction patterns, wallet addresses, and blockchain data, these companies can identify the flow of funds and potentially track down scammers.
These agencies possess legal and regulatory expertise related to cryptocurrencies and financial regulations. They navigate the complex legal landscape surrounding crypto scams, assisting victims in filing complaints, providing evidence for legal action, and collaborating with regulatory bodies to enforce compliance and protect investors.
In cases where victims’ funds are held on cryptocurrency exchanges or platforms involved in scams, these firms engage in negotiations with these entities. They work towards recovering the funds on behalf of the victims, leveraging their expertise and industry connections to facilitate the return of stolen or lost cryptocurrencies.
While specific statistics on crypto scams in the USA may vary, it is crucial to highlight the prevalence and impact of these scams on individuals. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), reports of cryptocurrency-related scams in the USA increased significantly in recent years, with losses reaching millions of dollars. These statistics underscore the need for robust investigation and recovery services to combat crypto scams and protect investors.
Case Studies: Successful Investigations and Recovery
In this case, a crypto scam recovery company in the USA investigated a fraudulent initial coin offering. By analyzing the blockchain transactions and conducting thorough due diligence, the investigators discovered the scam and identified the individuals behind it. Through legal action and negotiations with exchanges, the recovery company successfully assisted victims in recovering a significant portion of their lost investments.
In another case, a crypto scam recovery company worked with victims of a large-scale hacking attack on a cryptocurrency exchange. Through blockchain analysis and collaboration with law enforcement agencies, the recovery company traced the stolen funds to various wallets and exchanges. By utilizing their legal and regulatory expertise, they successfully negotiated with the involved entities, resulting in the recovery of a substantial portion of the stolen cryptocurrencies for the affected individuals.
These firms also contribute to preventing future scams through educational initiatives and preventive measures. They collaborate with industry stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and consumer protection agencies to raise awareness about crypto scams, provide guidance on secure practices, and advocate for stronger investor protection measures.
Crypto scam investigation companies play a vital role in investigating and recovering funds lost to crypto scams in the USA. Through their expertise in blockchain analysis, collaboration with law enforcement agencies, and knowledge of legal and regulatory frameworks, these companies assist victims in their pursuit of justice and fund recovery. By Crypto scams recovery, negotiating with exchanges, and raising awareness, crypto scam recovery companies contribute to safeguarding the integrity of the cryptocurrency market and protecting investors from fraudulent activities. | law |
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