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Chibanda D (2016) Validation of screening tools for depression and anxiety disorders in a primary care population with high HIV prevalence in Zimbabwe. in Journal of affective disorders
Bastawrous A (2016) Six-Year Incidence of Blindness and Visual Impairment in Kenya: The Nakuru Eye Disease Cohort Study. in Investigative ophthalmology & visual science
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So I'm sitting in the bar and this couple walks in. A man rises to meet them and I hear those classic words: "Sorry we're late, we got caught behind a tractor." It is the country, but it's an excuse I've used on a number of occasions. To reach Ashfield you turn off the main road onto a single track road that runs and runs to the clubhouse. So it's a bit of a surprise to find that the address of the club is 44 Crehhanduff Road.
The three people sit down and they start discussing the couple's upcoming wedding. Well, when I say 'they' I mean the wedding planner and the fiancée, because the man remained very quiet indeed. Proper order too, I say. Wedding days are about the bride and the mothers, and the groom comes in a poor third. Ashfield has a decent sized clubhouse and I imagine it is a pleasant wedding venue.
I was told that you might need a hard hat playing the opening holes at Ashfield. Yes, it will probably help, although a shield might also help – you just never know what kind of deflections you're going to get off the pylons and overhead lines that run across the course. Your opening drive is a case in point.


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Queen Elizabeth's Contribution To The Creative World
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THROUGHOUT her 70- year reign, Queen Elizabeth's contribution and support for the creative industry was generous, unwavering and all too easy to take for granted.
The fact that the Queen had two honorary degrees in Music (awarded before she ascended the throne) – a Bachelor of Music (BMus) from the University of London and a Doctor of Music (DMus) from the University of Wales – is fittingly symbolic of her commitment to music.
While many continue to pour in tributes in memory of Queen Elizabeth II who died on Thursday, September 8 and will be buried today, September 19, Graphic Showbiz looks back into the life of the monarch and how well she served the creative, entertainment industry.
Queen Elizabeth II ascended the throne at the dawn of the age of mass media. Her coronation in 1953 was the first national television event and almost every step she took in public after that was documented on film. As a result, there were shows and documentaries to stream about her.
On the contrary, a number of actresses have attempted to portray what might have happened behind closed doors during her private moments.
Queen Elizabeth II watches a performance by Giovanni Guzzo on a Stradivarius violin at the Royal Academy of Music in London. Picture: PA
During Queen Elizabeth's reign, drama, poetry and art flourished. Playwrights like Christopher Marlowe and Shakespeare, poets like Edmund Spenser and scientists like Francis Bacon all found ways to express their genius, thanks to the patronage of Queen Elizabeth's court members. From the start of her reign, Queen Elizabeth was a major patron of the arts.
Previously, playhouses had often been castigated or closed down for being 'immoral,' but the Privy Council prevented the Mayor of London from closing the theatres in 1580 by citing Queen Elizabeth's personal fondness for theatre.
Not only did she support the arts, Queen Elizabeth also often featured. For example, Queen Elizabeth appears allegorically as several characters in Spenser's Faerie Queen.
During Queen Elizabeth's reign, attending plays was a popular pastime and that influenced the theatre of the time.
The theatres were set up in such a way that both rich and poor people could use them.
The poor would be forced to stand, while the wealthy would sit in the covered seats around them.
As a result, everyone enjoyed going to the theatre and that placed the financial condition of the entertainment industry in a better place.
Other forms of entertainment were dancing, chess, checkers and tennis. On street corners, there were street entertainers performing magic tricks among others.
Queen Elizabeth was known to enjoy chess and dancing.
Nobles also enjoyed hunting and horseback riding, which Queen Elizabeth also enjoyed.
All classes, however, reveled in the vicious entertainment of bear-baiting, in which dogs were unleashed on a bear while onlookers watched.
People bet on whether the dogs or the bear would win.
To say the least, Queen Elizabeth did not only put herself in ensuring the betterment of the entertainment industry but she also participated and was a big fan of varied entertainment related news and activities.
Due to her interest and engagement in the showbiz sector, the Queen got featured in many movies and music videos.
There were instances where script and movie writers wrote stories about the Queen and got people to play the roles.
All too soon, it is an end of an era as Queen Elizabeth will be buried alongside her husband Prince Philip in a small chapel in the grounds of Windsor Castle in a private ceremony after her state funeral today.
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Reared in Oakland, California, Malaku Quisada-McCray grew up with his single mother, and graduated from Berkeley High School. Thereafter he went on to attend Cal State Los Angeles and UCLA , majoring in Media Studies and Screenwriting. Malaku moved to Los Angeles to pursue his career in the arts after attending several workshops, acting classes, and working in various industry related jobs (costume design, wardrobe styling, producer assistant, personal assistant, image consultant and artist management).
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Q: VueJS Mixins Methods Direct Call I'm testing Mixins on VueJS and I have a question. Is there a way to call an event directly from a Mixins without having to assign it in my methods?
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The code above works. I was wondering how I could invoke the mixin function directly, something like this:

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Thanks!

A: Yes, you can call it directly. Methods from the mixin are merged with the Vue or component they are "mixed in" with. They can be called the same way as any other method.

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Red's Ivysaur redirects here. For the Ivysaur used by Pokémon Trainer in the Super Smash Bros. series, see Pokémon Trainer (Super Smash Bros.).
This Pokémon spent 13 rounds as Bulbasaur and 17 rounds as Ivysaur.
Saur (Japanese: フッシー Fusshi) is a Venusaur that Red owns in Pokémon Adventures and his second overall. He received him from Professor Oak. He is level 84 and his Characteristic is "somewhat stubborn."
Saur first appeared as a Bulbasaur in Bulbasaur, Come Home! inside Professor Oak's Lab. Red went to Professor Oak's Laboratory in hopes that the professor would teach him how to be a great Pokémon Trainer, and found a dark, empty laboratory. In one of the Poké Balls on an empty table was Bulbasaur. Professor Oak soon entered and startled Red, causing him to accidentally release all of Professor Oak's Pokémon from his lab. Red was ordered to retrieve Oak's Pokémon, and Bulbasaur was the last one to be found, in the closed Viridian Gym. Bulbasaur was scared, but Red used calming words to gain his trust, which caught Oak's interest, as in the past Bulbasaur was disobedient to the level of using Tackle on him. Disaster struck though as a wild Machoke appeared and attacked them. When all bets were off, Red took a wild guess and presumed that with the giant seed on Bulbasaur's back being his key trait, exposing him to rays of sunlight would be worth an attempt. He opened the curtains on the window, allowing him to use Solar Beam and defeat the bulky Pokémon in a flash. After the battle, Professor Oak saw the bonding occurring between Bulbasaur and Red, as well as the fact that Bulbasaur had learned how to use Solar Beam, and allowed Red to keep him, along with a Pokédex.
In Onix Is On!, Saur participated alongside Poli and Pika to help Red in his Gym battle to win the Boulder Badge. Saur was shown defeating an opponent's Sandshrew. Saur was later seen in Suddenly Starmie to fight against Misty's Starmie in order to win the Cascade Badge. Saur attacks with a Vine Whip attack but Starmie shrugs it off and defeats him with Bubble Beam.
He evolved into Ivysaur in Wartortle Wars at the gates of Celadon City when he battled an attacking Primeape. Green, distracting Red with fake applause for this evolution, sold Red a bunch of fake items that did nothing but hinder him. Red proceeded to give chase on Green to get his money back, while Green used the opportunity to steal Red's two Badges. However, a chain of events unfolded in the Rocket Hideout that left Red (disguised as a Team Rocket Grunt) and Green allied. Saur's Vine Whip was used to try to capture the Mew that appeared before them. After they managed to save Mew from being caught by the Rockets.
In A Tale of Ninetales, Saur is accidentally traded to Blue alongside Poli and Pika. During the three days that Blue has them he trains them vigorously. They later traded back, while keeping the serious attitude that Blue installed in them.
In Meanwhile…Vileplume!, Saur battled in Red's Gym battle against Erika in his fight to save Eevee. Red commands Saur to use Vine Whip and reel Tangela in, but Tangela tosses Saur away with little effort and defeats him.
In Kalling Kadabra, Red returns to Professor Oak's lab in order to find a way into Saffron City. The professor starts attacking and in response Red releases Saur to restrain Professor Oak with Vine Whip, but Professor Oak surprises them by exhibiting signs of Psychic power, and attacking Saur with a Psybeam. Recognizing the handiwork of a Psychic-type Pokémon, Red orders a Leech Seed from Saur, and as the "Professor's" energy is drained away it reveals itself as a Kadabra, which had been using its illusionary Hypnosis powers on Sabrina's command. As the Gym Leader herself appears, she graces Red with a warning before teleporting away. Before she teleports Saur uses Razor Leaf, but it goes right through Sabrina without doing anything to her. Saur later battled against Lt. Surge and Zapdos in Zap! Zap! Zapdos!. Saur's attempts to fight back with Razor Leaf seem hopeless until Red has Saur redirect the leaves it scattered from his Razor Leaf at Lt. Surge and Zapdos. The attack not only severs the wires directing Zapdos's electric power away from Surge, but also ruptures the Gym Leader's insulated suit, giving him a crippling dose of Zapdos's electricity that promptly knocks him out cold.
In The Winged Legends, Saur, Blue's Charizard, and Blasty battle against the merged version of Zapdos, Moltres, and Articuno. During the attack Saur evolves into Venusaur, which tips the scales of the battle towards the three starters' favor, and eventually defeats Sabrina and also separates the conjoined Legendary Pokémon.
In A Charizard...and a Champion, Saur is Red's first Pokémon used in Red's battle against Blue and his Charizard in the Pokémon League. Blue orders a Fire Spin that Saur barely dodges, but as Charizard lunges in for a follow-up attack Saur surprises him with a burst of Poison Powder. Red follows with a Razor Leaf that Blue is forced to assist his addled Charizard in dodging, before switching for Snor to continue. Saur is later sent back out against Charizard. Following Poli and Pika, he was able to defeat Charizard by using the thundercloud created by his teammates in conjunction with his Vine Whip acting as a lightning rod.
Saur was seen in Red's battle against Bruno in Can You Diglett?, battling against his Onix. Saur used his vines to cover the ground, ready to defend against Onix. The moment Onix came up, Saur used all his vines to push Onix back. Suddenly, Onix's tail comes up from behind Red and smashes into him and Saur, sending them underground. Underground, there are several holes that Onix could come through. When Onix appears, it starts to charge at Saur. Saur braces himself, but the attack stops at the last moment as Bruno stops the battle. Soon after, Saur, alongside Snor and Gyara, were called out to battle Lorelei, Bruno, and Agatha. With the power of the Badge Energy Amplifier, the Elite Four's Pokémon do a combination attack of Ice, Fighting, and Ghost powers, knocking the three out.
In Victim of Venusaur, Saur battles Bruno's Hitmonlee. Saur used Sweet Scent to distract the Kicking Pokémon long enough to save Lt. Surge from falling in acid. He was later switched in for Vee when Bruno sent out his Hitmonchan.
In The Legend, Saur is used alongside Blue's Charizard and Blasty to help Yellow defeat Lance's team.
Saur was seen in Forretress of Solitude, participating in Red's test to become Viridian City's Gym Leader. Saur first goes up against a Pineco, which he swiftly knocks out, as well as his next two opponents, a Forretress and another Pineco. However, the fourth opponent, another Forretress, resorts to its Spikes and puts up a fair fight against Saur. Red commands Saur to use Sweet Scent, then promptly switches him out for Snor.
In The Last Battle XIV, Saur participated in the final battle against the Masked Man. After the fight was over, he was taken to Mt. Silver to train with Gold.
In the Sevii Islands during My, My, My Mimic, Saur learned the move exclusive to the Grass-type starter families, Frenzy Plant, after training on Ultima's Jump Path, Catch Path, and Battle Path courses. Afterwards, the two boys' inability to perfect their respective move's accuracy would come to haunt them in the battle against Sird, Carr, and Orm. When Deoxys appeared, Saur nearly died shielding Red from the fearsome Pokémon's Psycho Boost attack.
Saur still managed to gather the strength to fight and participated in the battle on Trainer Tower in Meet Deoxys, and Deoxys, and Deoxys, and... against Deoxys' clones. Saur then agreed to be traded to Blue again to allow Red to Fly on Charizard and defeat the evil leader. After Giovanni's defeat, Saur was traded back to his original owner, but the two soon found themselves petrified by Sird with the four other Pokédex Holders and their Pokémon.
In The Final Battle VIII, the Kanto Pokédex Holders, Silver, and their Pokémon are freed from their petrified states by the power of Jirachi's wish-granting abilities. Together alongside the ten Kanto, Johto, and Hoenn Pokédex holders, Saur battled against Guile Hideout's fake Kyogre. Together with Crystal's Megaree and Emerald's Sceptile, Saur attacks with Frenzy Plant to destroy the fake Kyogre.
In Omega Alpha Adventure 11, Saur and Blasty battled Maxie and Archie in order to retrieve the stolen Red and Blue Orbs they took from Bill. Here, it is revealed that Saur and Blasty have gained the ability to Mega Evolve into Mega Venusaur and Mega Blastoise, respectively. Maxie and Archie counter by having their Camerupt and Sharpedo Mega Evolve as well. Eventually, Saur and Blasty succeed in defeating Camerupt and Sharpedo, but the battle is interrupted by the arrival of Groudon and Kyogre. Maxie and Archie use the orbs to turn Groudon and Kyogre into their Primal forms. With its new power, Groudon proceeds to easily defeat Red and Green by creating a sink hole to bury them under.
In Omega Alpha Adventure 21, Saur assisted in stopping the Grand Meteor Delta.
Prior to joining Red's team, Saur was a timid Pokémon due to never seeing anyone other than Professor Oak and would attack when startled. Upon leaving the lab, Saur quickly develops a close bond with Red and gets over his shyness. The two of them share a close bond and can even formulate plans without the use of words, as shown in their battle against Lt. Surge and Zapdos.
Although Red seemed excited when Saur first evolved into Ivysaur, the levels given for the Pokémon in the first volume show that he should have reached his evolution stage long ago, which would only indicate that Red was using his Pokédex to stop the evolution before, as that is the only way to stop a Pokémon from evolving in the series. Likewise, the second volume lists Saur as a level 38 Ivysaur, which is 6 levels higher than what would have been needed to evolve to his final stage.
Red from the games also uses a Venusaur in Gold, Silver, Crystal, HeartGold, SoulSilver, Black 2, White 2, Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, Ultra Moon, Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!. Red can also receive a Bulbasaur as his starter Pokémon in Red, Blue, Green, FireRed and LeafGreen.
Red also has a Bulbasaur in Pokémon Generations.
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Lucie has been in the industry since she was a teenager and a licensed cosmetologist since 2000. Her advanced education consists of Md Formulations, Actifirm ,Physicians Choice of Arizona, Dermalogica just to name a few. As far as your skin goes, it doesn't get any better that the undeniable talent of Lucie, she can treat all skin types and conditions.
Lucie will help restore your skins natural glow and beauty with her vast array of soothing and healing treatments. European facials, chemical peels, Microdermabrasion, and waxing talents are endless. She can also make even the most modest of clients comfortable during a Brazilian bikini wax. Rest assured Lucie will make certain your departure will leave you feeling restored and resplendent.


Take a common expression: "As long as you're up . . ." Paraphrase it: "As long as you're there, set it up." And you have a delivery idea that pays off three ways.
The customer who buys a piece that needs setting up-a canopy bed, say, that arrives in 16 parts or a fragile glass art table-will usually want you to do the job to be sure it's done right.
If you set up "as long as you're there," your customer can start enjoying her new furniture within minutes after it arrives. She won't have a lot of furniture parts cluttering her home for days or even weeks. And she won't have to hang around waiting for your service people to show up.
You'll eliminate paperwork and simplify your administrative operation.
You'll also be able to schedule your service crews more efficiently to take care of complicated set-ups.
Delivery crews welcome the idea of simple set-ups too. They not only upgrade their jobs-they up their incomes.
Complicated set-ups should of course be left to your own or contract service people with the necessary skills. And some set-ups shouldn't be touched by you at all.
A set-up that requires product alteration can lead to serious problems. The same goes for putting holes in walls and hanging mirrors and pictures. If they fall someday, you could be held liable.
Area rugs are simple enough to lay down-but lay them down rolled up. The minute your men start moving a customer's furniture, you run the risk of something being damaged.
As long as the set-up is a simple one that can be done "as long as you're there," it pays to do it. You'll close sales on the brightest possible note-for yourself and your men as well as for your customers.


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https://www.thetelegraph.com/news/article/Police-say-woman-stole-thousands-from-22-disabled-14876599.php
Police say woman stole thousands from 22 disabled students at William BeDell ARC in Wood River
Sanford Schmidt, sschmidt@thetelegraph.com
Updated 5:50 pm CST, Monday, December 2, 2019
William BeDell Achievement Resource Center, 400 S. Main St. in Wood River.
Photo: Google Maps
WOOD RIVER — A Granite City woman is accused of taking money from dozens of disabled students of the William M. BeDell Achievement and Resource Center in Wood River.
Andrea R. Schultz, 36, has been charged with a total of 44 offenses — 22 counts of unlawful financial exploitation of a disabled person and 22 counts of theft.
Schultz is accused of taking thousands of dollars from funds established for 22 different students of the center. The alleged thefts range from $141 to $2,307. The total is $14,200.
According to court documents, Schultz was responsible for overseeing money left for the residents by their families. The thefts — alleged to have occurred between Jan. 1, 2018, and Oct. 24, 2019 — were discovered when a resident noticed a shortage in funds expected to be in personal account.
Authorities said staff members of BeDell noticed the shortage and reported it, and have been cooperating with the investigation.


Titanfall 2 update 1.11 is now available on PS4, Xbox One, and PC. According to the official TitanFall 2 patch notes, there changes for weapons, Titans, and mode changes, and bug fixes.
In addition, Titanfall 2 update fixed a bug with Tone's Particle Wall taking more damage when aiming at a Titan behind it. Also, Pilot loadout menu will now properly display weapon skin name in the description area.


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Finding Aesthetic Functionality, TTAB Affirms Refusal to Register Copper Color for Irrigation Drip Tubes
January 8, 2019 January 8, 2019 | in The TTABlog| by John L. Welch
The Board affirmed a refusal to register the color "copper" for "flexible, plastic tubes used in subsurface drip irrigation systems," finding the proposed mark to be aesthetically functional under Section 2(e)(5). Moreover, assuming that the color "copper" is not functional for the goods, the Board found that the proposed mark lacked acquired distinctiveness under Section 2(f). In re Rain Bird Corporation, Serial No. 85044106 (January 3, 2019) [not precedential] (Opinion by Judge Robert H. Coggins).
Functionality: The Board observed that a color may be a source indicator (e.g., the green-gold dry cleaning press pads in Qualitex and the pink fiberglass insulation of Owens-Corning), or it can be functional (e.g., the black outboard motors in Brunswick and the black boxes for floral arrangements in Florists' Transworld (FTD)). [Or it can be neither – ed.].
A product feature such as color can be found functional if it serves a purpose that is so significantly useful or important to the class of consumers that competitors need it to compete effectively, and exclusive use of the feature by one producer would place competitors at a substantial non-reputation-related disadvantage. Brunswick, 32 USPQ2d at 1122-23; see also Qualitex, 34 USPQ2d at 1163-65; FTD, 106 USPQ2d at 1791; M-5 Steel Mfg. Inc. v. O'Hagin's Inc., 61 USPQ2d 1086, 1096 (TTAB 2001); TMEP § 1202(a)(vi).
Applicant Rain Bird did not dispute that the color "brown" is functional for drip irrigation tubing used above ground, but it argued that for its subsurface irrigation systems, "the Copper Color mark literally disappears beneath the ground, extinguishing any purported aesthetically functional aspect of the shiny metallic COPPER Mark."
The record showed, however, that Rain Bird's copper-colored subsurface tubing is in fact marketed for use above ground.The evidence also showed that drip tubing sold by competitors may also be used above ground.
[E]ven though Applicant has purposely drafted a description omitting above ground use, for which use it admits the color brown is functional, we note that subsurface tubing is a good which is used above ground. We have interpreted the nature of Applicant's subsurface goods in light of what the record shows the subsurface goods to include, which is tubing that may be used above ground.
Despite Rain Bird's "tactical decision to carve above-ground use out of the identification of goods," the Board found that "flexible, plastic tubes used in subsurface drip irrigation systems" includes drip
tubing that may be used above ground, since such use is "an ordinary aspect of the goods." Rain Bird's drip tubes will be viewed by consumers as being usable above ground when they are offered in the same marketplace with above ground irrigation tubes.
Rain Bird claimed that its "copper" mark "stands out from the aesthetically functional brown" colors used on other tubing that otherwise "seamlessly blends into the surface landscape." Definitions of "copper" generally supported the conclusion that copper is a shade of brown. Rain Bird's competitors use various shades of brown, including some that resemble copper, for their drip tubing to blend with the landscape.
Providing a variety of browns, include shades of what may be called "copper," serves the function of allowing irrigation tubing to blend into a variety of landscapes and mulch. Issuing the applied-for registration to Applicant would unfairly hinder competitors' use of a color that is commonly used for drip tubing. Considering the record as a whole, we find that registration of Applicant's proposed mark would put its competitors at a significant non-reputation based disadvantage, as in Brunswick and FTD.
Acquired Distinctiveness: For the sake of completeness, the Board also we considered Rain Bird's claim that the proposed mark may be registered on the basis of acquired distinctiveness.. Of course, a single color applied to a product can never be inherently distinctive, but it may be registered on the Supplemental Register or on the Principal Register under Section 2(f). "By their nature color marks carry a difficult burden in demonstrating distinctiveness and trademark character."
As shown in the multiple images of drip tubing . . . , most of the drip tubing of record is some shade of brown. It would be difficult to name each shade of brown as it appears in the record, but some appear to be copper colored. In view thereof, Applicant's use of copper, which is a shade of brown, is unlikely to be seen as an indication of source.
The Board found that Rain Bird had failed to demonstrate the "substantially exclusive" use required by the statute. And even though Rain Baird had proven some "look for" packaging and advertising, it submitted no data regarding same to place the advertising in context.
On balance, weighing together the[Converse] factors for which there is evidence, we determine that Applicant has not met its difficult burden of demonstrating the existence of secondary meaning. Applicant's evidence, taken altogether, fails to demonstrate that the relevant purchasing public has grown to recognize the primary significance of its proposed copper-colored mark as identifying the source of its products. For these reasons, we find that Applicant has not carried its "unusually high burden" of proving that its proposed mark has acquired distinctiveness. In re Owens-Corning Fiberglas, 227 USPQ at 424; FTD, 106 USPQ2d at 1794.
And so the Board affirmed the refusal.
TTABlog comment: My drip tubes look like the third one in the picture above. How about yours?
Precedential No. 39: TTAB Denies Concurrent Use Registrations For Wine Because Applicant Failed to Prove Prior Lawful Use in Commerce
On Remand, TTAB Reverses Course, Finds ALEX BRADLEY STAR INSIGNIA for Cigars Confusable with INSIGNIA for Wine


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HMG's Life Chances Strategy Inquiry
The Early Childhood Studies Degree Network states that there is substantial empirical evidence and numerous Parliamentary reports that recognise the importance of what happens in early childhood and the impact on life chances (APPG, Fit and Healthy Childhoods, 2015). The ECSDN strongly urges the government committee to use the Life Chances Strategy Inquiry, not just to add to this wealth of evidence, but to ensure that action is taken to actually support systemic transformation that will enhance the life chances of our youngest generation now and in the future.
Full text from ECSDN available at:
Download: ECSDN_Response_to_Life_Chances_Inquiry_Final.docx
Austerity Cuts to Children's Centres
Research led by Prof. Pamela Sammons from Oxford University's Deprtment of Education clearly indicates that whilst disadvantaged families benefit most from their use of Children's Centres, austerity cuts to service will be doubly harmful.
The ECCE study looked at 2600 families attending 117 phase 1 and phase 2 childrens' centres over a six year period.
Funding Crisis for 30 hours Childcare
National Day Nurseries Association has just published a report on the Government's proposed 30 hours free childcare provision and how it will be funded. NDNA's chief executive Purnima Tanuku said, 'The nursery sector is fully behind the principle of more support for parents. But serious funding shortfalls stand in the way of nurseries getting on board, despite their desire to help families with free childcare.
'Private, voluntary and independent nurseries deliver most of the Government's free places, currently 15 hours per week for all three and four-year-olds and some two-year-olds.
'But the nursery sector is reluctant to commit to offering more free hours when they already make a significant annual loss – an average of £34,000 per nursery (or £1.68 per child per hour) – on the funded places they currently provide.'
Julia Margo, chief executive at the Family and Childcare Trust said, 'The availability of expanded free early education for three and four year olds is absolutely crucial to helping parents who work or want to move back into work. In the short-term, the Government needs to make sure childcare providers get adequate funding so they are able to offer these extra hours. But without more radical reforms, the childcare system will not meet the needs of too many parents, children, childcare providers, employers, or the wider economy.'
Source: Catherine Gaunt, Nursery World / NDNA report
See also BBC News report at: http://www.bbc.co.uk/education-35587685
A Charter for Early Childhood
Early Childhood Forum launched A Charter for Early Childhood at the Houses of Parliament in 2014, designed to transform policy and practice based on our beliefs and principles. With the proposed and actual changes happening now, our 12 point Charter seeks consensus across the whole sector to guide politicians in their decision making, using the latest evidence from research and practice.
Some of ECF's charter principles are discussed in Sue Palmer's book called 'Upstart' which states the case for raising the school starting age and providing what the under sevens really need.
https://www.florisbooks.co.uk/book/Sue-Palmer/Upstart+Sampler/9781782502937
Download: ECF_Charter_2016.pdf


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Josh Redmond was the Technician who did maintenance on our A/C. He was efficient, professional, and courteous. He took time to explain what he was doing and recommended what could be done to prolong the life of our A/C. Highly recommend him and Eanes.
By Dawn B. on 07/09/19
What do a mouse and a bat have in common? They killed our a/c. Billie with Eanes Heating and Air ended his very full day by coming, in the dark, to get us back up and running! He quickly diagnosed the problem, had the part on hand and even kept his great attitude! Thanks, Billie!
By Donald C S. on 07/07/19
Great service. ON time, courteous, explained what he was doing and completed in a timely manner. highly RECOMMENDED
By Donald S. on 07/06/19
Eanes has been an excellent company to work with ever since I purchased my new hvac system from them in 2010. I had a capacitor go out (normal wear) at the worst possible time and they were out the next day to get me back up and running. Gene M. is one of the nice...
Eanes has been an excellent company to work with ever since I purchased my new hvac system from them in 2010. I had a capacitor go out (normal wear) at the worst possible time and they were out the next day to get me back up and running. Gene M. is one of the nicest guys you'll meet and did a fantastic job explaining my service work to me. As always, Eanes will be who I call for anything hvac !!!
By Jo C. on 07/04/19
They are truly a 24/7 company. My 14-year-old HVAC system stopped working last SATURDAY morning. I called them at 10 am and Abe was here around 4 pm. Costly problem so decided to replace system. Chris Louya of EANES was at my house within an hour with quotes. My sy...
They are truly a 24/7 company. My 14-year-old HVAC system stopped working last SATURDAY morning. I called them at 10 am and Abe was here around 4 pm. Costly problem so decided to replace system. Chris Louya of EANES was at my house within an hour with quotes. My system was installed yesterday (Wednesday). Doesn't get any better than that!
By Mark S. on 07/04/19
I am very pleased with the service provided by Eanes. Mo is a very competent professional with a great personality as well. I recommend Eanes to anyone who needs HVAC services.
By Kelly S. on 07/03/19
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By Lori S. on 07/02/19
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By Gale H. on 06/27/19
Our home is comfortable again. Spencer diagnosed our cooling problems... fixed them quickly, and was a joy to talk with throughout his visit to our home. While we do not expect our system to break, we know we will be in good hands if/when we call Eanes and request ...
Our home is comfortable again. Spencer diagnosed our cooling problems... fixed them quickly, and was a joy to talk with throughout his visit to our home. While we do not expect our system to break, we know we will be in good hands if/when we call Eanes and request Spencer for assistance.
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Hunter was thorough and knowledgeable. He got right under the house where it is hard to maneuver and hot to figure out what needed to be done. He put together a plan and cleaned up the unit. The AC works so much better now, I had to set the thermostat a degree h...
Hunter was thorough and knowledgeable. He got right under the house where it is hard to maneuver and hot to figure out what needed to be done. He put together a plan and cleaned up the unit. The AC works so much better now, I had to set the thermostat a degree higher! He was also patient and nice with my two rowdy dogs! Thanks, Hunter!
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Moe R. who came to do the service at my house was very friendly and professional. I would recommend Eanes and Moe to anyone.
By LORETTA F. G. on 06/25/19
Eanes provided us once more (June 20th) with an incredible service technician ,Chris W. , to do the spring servicing to our HVAC system. (Which incidentally they installed new for us last October). Chris was new to us but his demeanor, personality, knowledge , and ...
Eanes provided us once more (June 20th) with an incredible service technician ,Chris W. , to do the spring servicing to our HVAC system. (Which incidentally they installed new for us last October). Chris was new to us but his demeanor, personality, knowledge , and willingness to answer questions were so appreciated. I am an older person and our house had been burgled last year, but I felt at ease and comfortable with this young professional in my house. Many younger folks don't deal well with people my age, but this young man was such a pleasure to deal with and chat with. thanks Eanes for sending Chris W to us.
By Mike C. on 06/25/19
Brandon did a great job servicing our heat pumps. He was thorough in his work and answered all the questions l had for him. After Brandon's service I feel confident that our system will operate efficiently. Thanks Brandon, good job!
By Jeffrey R. on 06/22/19
Josh Redmon from Eanes came to our house to help us with our air conditioning system. He was extremely professional and capable, as well as being very friendly and personable. We are grateful for his help!
By richard b. on 06/20/19
Excellent service from Chris W. Very personable and professional. Kept us informed all through the service call, as well as the summary at the end. I do need a copy of the service report which he said would be e-mailed to me.
By Linda R B. on 06/20/19
Chris W. was extremely polite and pleasant. He was thorough in his his work and answered all of our questions. We were very pleased.
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Josh is always prompt, courteous and professional.
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When I was younger, I used to have this recurring dream; you know, one that comes back again and again, usually without being invited. I would be swimming in an ocean somewhere when suddenly, I began to sink – deeper, deeper, deeper. The water grew hands which grasped and grabbed at my flailing limbs, tugging and pulling me downwards into unknown depths. Deeper, deeper, deeper. I would feel an overwhelming sense of fear and would shut my eyes, tight. My whole body would tense in a meagre attempt to gain control over the situation, but it never helped. Ever. I became a miniscule being, unnoticeable in amongst a sea of darkness. Then the eyes would come. I would feel a million pairs of eyes staring at me, located anywhere and everywhere possible so that I couldn't escape because I was always being watched. Watched, judged, analysed. Identified. Then I would wake up.
Choose a username the screen states as I open Instagram. I mean, come on, I'm 16 now, I can't be known as 'Katyloves1D' anymore! People will think I'm childish. I change it to 'KatyKxx' because it's casual but classy and that's the image I'm going for. Choose a profile picture. Yes, I better change that too if I'm going to be noticed. I hop off my bed and skip to my wardrobe just to grimace at the contents; all my clothes are so boring! I sigh and head across the landing to my elder sister Tamara's room. She isn't home so I pull the wardrobe door open and pick out a tight black dress with a low neck. It's crushed velvet! Casual but classy. I slip it on and decide I also need some colour on my lips. A deep red Mac lipstick should do. Perfect. Back in my room, I grab my phone and turn the camera to face me. I bring my lips together in a cute pout which the popular girls all seem to do: hold, hold, hold – done! The perfect selfie! I quickly upload it as my profile picture and slip the dress back over my head. I would never wear this in public, it's so short! I scroll down my list of followers – only 120! I add about 30 boys that I've seen around school to boost the numbers (and boy to girl ratio). New age, new me.
At school, I show my best friend Casey my new and improved profile. She tells me I should upload some pictures of me in her running clothes, to appear sporty to my followers. People will be more interested if I have hobbies. Sure enough, the follower requests come rolling in when I check my phone after I leave her house that night; notification after notification. I like this new me. I have two new messages on Instagram from 'Joshjones145' and 'smithmax77' saying how cute I look in my profile picture. They think it's cool that I'm into running. It's strange, I've never run a race in my life – I hate sports!
I begin to feel a certain pressure to keep up my appearance so that my followers continue to take an interest in my life. I upload selfie after selfie, borrowing Tamara's running gear because it makes me look cute and sporty; boys begin to smile at me when I see them in the canteen or corridors at school, but I never really talk to them. There's no point, 'KatyKxx' can just message them online.
The great thing about social media is that you are in control of people's perception of you. You can create an identity and be whoever you want. I am the girl who would never wear a black velvet mini-dress in public, but am very willing to for pictures so that I can appear sophisticated on my Instagram profile. I would never run a race in my life, but my followers don't need to know that! If it keeps them interested in me, its fine to post pictures in Tamara's clothes. Even though I wouldn't have the confidence to talk to most boys in real life, my online self is the most confident person who ever existed. The thing is, there's the problem. A screen is separating me from this identity because it only exists online. This is why 1.7 billion people use Facebook and 600 million use Instagram; they can be whoever they want to be. They, or should I say we, can become entirely different people online. That is, if we choose to. You shouldn't choose to. You end up living two lives.
You see, when I was younger, I used to have this recurring dream. It doesn't come anymore but that's because I'm living it. The internet is my ocean. Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat and Twitter all have hands which grasp and grab at me, pulling me into the screen and into my online world. Deeper, deeper, deeper. The difference from the dream is, I never shut my eyes or fight against their limbs because I don't want it to stop: the feeling is addictive. The eyes still come; they always come because they never leave. I don't want to escape from their watching because I crave their attention: the likes, comments, friend requests. I want their acceptance. With each follower comes another pair of eyes. They still judge and analyse, but they don't identity me because online I can identify myself. I can be whoever I want to be. We invest so much time into these sites because we are investing time into our image and into what the eyes see, into their perception of us. When I used to wake up from my dream, the eyes would leave and the judgements disappear. But when I log off, the eyes are still there because they never leave. We desire their approval of our identity. We can be whoever we want to be, but we end up becoming what they want us to be.


One in 6 of every travel dollar is spent on wellness travel, resulting in an industry estimated worth of $563 billion every year.
As burnout, depression, and compassion fatigue among medical professionals become more widespread, physicians are employing a variety of solutions, from vacation time to guided meditation programs. One concept that combines various solutions is wellness travel: taking a trip specifically to promote personal wellbeing.
Boutique agencies, including Concierge Vacations, Inc., and Wanderwell, have capitalized not only on the functionality of wellness trips, but on the experience itself. For physicians who are used to a busy lifestyle, wellness travel is an excellent way to unplug and engage in self-care.
Susie Ellis, chief executive of the Global Wellness Institute, cited the worldwide epidemic of chronic disease as the primary reason behind the popularity of wellness travel.
With a plethora of choices, wellness travel is a great option for healthcare professionals. In order to combat issues such as burnout and fatigue, physicians can take a break from their daily routines to participate in wellness-promoting activities that recharge their bodies and minds. Whether it's yoga aboard a cruise ship or a week-long retreat with an expert trainer, wellness travel provides opportunities for individuals to get away and focus on their wellbeing.
Kennedy, K. Wellness travel: it's more than just staying fit on the road. Boston.com. June 5, 2018. https://www.boston.com/culture/lifestyle/2018/06/05/wellness-travel-is-more-than-just-staying-fit-on-the-road. Accessed July 11, 2018.
Foxe K. Kick-start a new habit on holiday — the wellness tourist boom is making people healthier and happier. Lonely Planet. February 10, 2017. https://www.lonelyplanet.com/news/2017/02/10/wellness-tourism/. Accessed July 11, 2018.


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ATLANTA — The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit has vacated a lower court's decision to deny class-action status in a lawsuit involving debt collection.
Ronnie Dickens had appealed a decision by the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida to not grant class-action certification in his suit against GC Services Limited Partnership.
"We are happy with the 11th Circuit's ruling and look forward to proceeding with the case in the district court," James Davidson, Dickens' attorney, told the Florida Record.
Dickens had filed the suit after receiving a debt collection letter from the company that indicated that GC Services was looking to collect a debt he allegedly incurred from Synchrony Bank. In the letter, the company allegedly said that if he disputed the claim, "we will obtain verification of the debt from our client and send it to you," according to the appeals court ruling.
However, Dickens, who contested the debt, sued the company and claimed the letter violated the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. In his claim, he argued that the letter failed to clarify that he needed to dispute the debt in writing before the collector would seek verification from its client, Synchrony Bank. He also alleged that the letter was false, deceptive or misleading.
However, GC Services indicated in a declaration from Mark Schordock, its executive vice president of operations, that its policy was to get written verification of the debt even if the company was informed in a non-written manner that the consumer disputed the debt.
Dickens attempted to get class certification for the case because GC Services allegedly sent over 9,000 similar letters to other individuals in Florida.
However, the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida denied a class certification of his complaint.
The appellate court sided with the plaintiff and vacated the district court's denial of class certification. The appeals court then sent the case back to the district court for further proceedings.
"We therefore vacate the district court's denial of class certification and remand this case to the district court for a new class certification determination," the appeals court said in the decision.
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A top 100 ENR General Contractor in the DC construction market.
Seeking a Corporate Safety Director that will direct and lead all safety and health activities in the company, as well as drive, oversee and elevate the organization's safety programs and initiatives. This role will also provide technical and managerial direction to ensure company's safety objectives are met.
A B.S. degree in Safety and Health or related degree, and/or equivalent experience.
15+ years of experience in Safety and Environmental Health in a Commercial Construction environment.
Required certifications include: OSHA 510 and/or OSHA 500.


Hello! I am a male Christian comic illustrator, here on Scratch! The name comes from my real name (Cameron) and the word Comix! I added the - at the start just cause.
RIP Stan Lee. You will be missed.
Q: Why haven't I done much?
A: No ideas, not much activity, and no motivation.
Check my IRL friend: @Strike-!
Check out @-Beta, He's an upcoming animator!
An OC for my friend!


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Q: Merge values with corresponding IDs r I have a data frame that looks like this:
ID1 Value1  ID2 Value2  ID3 Value3
1   566771  1   566771  1   575619
2   660608  2   660608  3   666272
3   362294  4   362294  4   367169

I want it to look like this:
ID1 Value1 Value2 Value3

How can I merge it so that it gets the values that correspond with the ID that matches ID1?
Thanks.

A: Maybe
names(df)[seq(1, ncol(df), by=2)] <- "ID"
Reduce(function(...) merge(..., all.x=TRUE), lapply(seq(1, ncol(df), by=2), function(x) df[x:(x+1)]))
#   ID Value1 Value2 Value3
# 1  1 566771 566771 575619
# 2  2 660608 660608     NA
# 3  3 362294     NA 666272


I have a brand new racing beat oil pressure regulator. Don't have the money to do my engile build at this time It is the race version 105 to 115 psi. All info about the part is in the link. These are 115 bucks new. I'm asking 80 obo. My name is Cody. 5303940562 call or text anytime. I have actual pictures I can text if requested. Thank you.


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Jurassic Predator
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Ministry advised to review curriculum
'PSEUDO-DISPUTE': Minister of Education Wu Se-hwa said that the new curriculum was promulgated in February last year and that new textbooks have already been printed
By Alison Hsiao and Abraham Gerber / Staff reporters
A legislative cross-caucus meeting yesterday decided against an extraordinary legislative session, as student protesters had demanded, and instead advised the Ministry of Education (MOE) to immediately launch reviews of curriculum guidelines in accordance with the Senior High School Education Act (高級中等教育法) and to allow schools to freely choose which textbooks they use.
A meeting in the legislature was held yesterday to decide whether an extraordinary legislative session was needed. The meeting had been scheduled to take place at 10:30am, but did not begin until nearly noon, after a prolonged cross-caucus negotiation behind closed doors.
Faced with the Chinese Nationalist Party (KMT) caucus' strong opposition, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) caucus withdrew its proposal to call an extraordinary legislative session to discuss whether to withdraw new curriculum guidelines. Instead, it was agreed in the cross-caucus negotiation that the Ministry of Education would be advised to adhere to Article 43 of the act to immediately establish a "curriculum council" to examine senior-high school curriculum guidelines, and that schools should be free to choose their own textbooks in the new school year.
Minister of Education Wu Se-hwa, left, shakes hands with Chinese Nationalist Party (KMT) Legislator Lai Shyh-bao before attending a meeting of the KMT legislative caucus in Taipei yesterday.
Photo: Lo Pei-der, Taipei Times
The KMT caucus, in a news conference before negotiations took place, said it had decided during its caucus meeting not to call an extraordinary legislative session for the curriculum controversy. The resolution was approved by "about 50 legislators that attended the caucus meeting" opposing the DPP caucus' proposal. The KMT holds 65 seats in the legislature.
"Minister of Education Wu Se-hwa (吳思華) was also present [at the caucus meeting] to report on the issue and said that the curriculum was promulgated in February last year. The anti-curriculum [protest] is a pseudo-dispute, since the new curriculum took effect on Saturday and the textbooks have been printed. It is impossible to recall the textbooks," KMT deputy caucus whip Lin Te-fu (林德福) said.
"Deputy Legislative Speaker and KMT presidential candidate Hung Hsiu-chu (洪秀柱) was at the meeting and agreed with the caucus' decision not to hold an extraordinary session. She also called for a 'just' debate on the issue that should be resolved among adults rather than using kids," KMT caucus whip Lai Shyh-bao (賴士葆) said.
Students occupying the courtyard of the Ministry of Education in Taipei yesterday discuss newspaper coverage of their protest against controversial amendments to high-school curriculum guidelines.
Photo: Chen Chih-chu, Taipei Times
The Legislative Yuan's resolution drew a mixed reaction from student representatives, who expressed concerns about the composition and mission of the proposed review committee, while reiterating demands that curriculum guideline adjustments be suspended.
Student spokesman Hsiao Chu-chun (蕭竹均) of the Apple Tree Commune Club said that students did not accept the outcome, but that they still hoped the proposed "review" would lead to a suspension of the guidelines.
"That they have initiated a review committee demonstrates that they believe there are problems with the guidelines' adoption procedures," he said. "If there are problems, then the guidelines should be suspended."
The committee's membership should be "open" and include academics of Taiwanese history, he said, adding that students should have the right to send representatives.
Hsiao said that students would remain camped in the forecourt of the ministry until it was certain when the review committee would be convened, as well as the composition of its membership.
"We suspect that the committee will not have much of an effect, because it would probably only be charged with writing a report," Taoyuan High School Alliance convener Peng Cheng (彭宬) said, adding that students hoped the DPP would continue to push for an interim session.
He said the demonstrators would not be dissuaded by the approaching Typhoon Soudelor, and that preparations were already under way to tie down tents and supplies.
Student spokespeople also emphasized that the resignation of Wu would not resolve the current stand-off.
"Wu resigning would only be him taking political responsibility for the absurd things he has done over the past two months — there is no way that his resignation would resolve the problem," Hsiao said.
Student spokesman Liao Chung-lun (廖崇倫) said that Wu's comments only showed his "helplessness," rather than any serious desire to apologize to students.
Students yesterday morning said they would not rule out an "upgrade" to the protests if an interim session was not called, but later said they would need to hold further internal discussions before announcing any further action.
Talks between Wu and a delegation of student leaders, including Northern Taiwan Anti-Curriculum Changes Alliance convener Chu Chen (朱震), broke down after the minister refused to suspend the implementation of the new guidelines.
A report on the legislature's resolution by DPP caucus whip Ker Chien-ming (柯建銘) yesterday afternoon in the ministry forecourt drew angry remarks from some members of the assembled crowd.
The DPP delegation quickly left the premises after a man stood up and yelled that their report was "crap" and demonstrated the "incompetence" of the DPP.
A brief disturbance erupted after a member of the crowd threw a water bottle at the police cordon in front of the compound, before student leaders re-established order.
Ker was the latest in a string of prominent pan-green politicians to visit the student encampment following Taiwan Solidarity Union Chairman Huang Kun-huei (黃昆輝) yesterday morning and DPP Chairperson Tsai Ying-wen (蔡英文) on Monday night.
Lin earlier yesterday criticized Tsai's visit, saying: "It is obvious that there was a political force behind the movement, especially when we see Tsai went to the compound."
Deputy Minister of Education Lin Teng-chiao (林騰蛟) said that the ministry "respected" the legislature's resolution, urging the students to end their protest "as soon as possible," as they had already received a "positive response" from both the executive and legislative branches of government.
He added that on Monday the ministry had already stated it was willing to conduct a "rolling review."
Lin Teng-chiao added that a new curriculum review committee would be convened and the ministry would be open to recommendations about members, including student leaders.
Meanwhile, in response to rumors that Chang An-le (張安樂) — the former leader of the Bamboo Union and founder of the China Unification Promotion Party, also known as the "White Wolf" — would "pass by" the ministry tonight to "urge" the students to go home, Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je (柯文哲) yesterday said he was not worried, because police would enforce the law, protecting students, as well as preventing the protesters from taking "drastic" action.
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BRIBES FOR VOTES: A probe found that funding for the scheme came from Huang Daonian, director of the Economic Bureau at Changsha City's Taiwan Affairs Office Five Taiwanese businesspeople working in China were yesterday found guilty of taking money from Chinese authorities to buy votes for Chinese Nationalist Party (KMT) candidate Han Kuo-yu (韓國瑜) in the 2020 presidential election. The Taipei District Court sentenced Association of Taiwan Investment Enterprises (台灣同胞投資企業協會) Changsha City Branch chairman Lin Huai (林懷) to three years and 10 months in jail, with deprivation of his civil rights for four years. The other four convicted in the case, who all received 20-month prison terms, were China New Family Association (中華兩岸新家庭協會) chairwoman Chiang Ming-sia (蔣明霞), Hunan Shaoyang City Association in Taiwan (湖南邵陽旅台同鄉會) director Chang Kuo-chun (張國君),
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Laurens County has some amazing landscapes, admired from a motorcycle is best. A motorcycle accident lawyer in Laurens can attest that this type of transportation is also an excellent way to beat the crowded traffic. Riding a motorcycle has its drawbacks. It can become dangerous riding a motorcycle. Those who have been involved in a motorcycle accident know this first hand. If you were involved in a motorcycle accident due to someone else's negligence, contact BT Smith Law Firm to speak to one of our motorcycle accident lawyers. The consultation is FREE so call today.
Motorcyclists are the ones who usually incur the most severe injuries and the highest property damage. Their best chance of recovering their losses is to work with a Laurens motorcycle injury lawyer.
At the Law Office of Brian T. Smith Law, we take on new motorcycle accident cases frequently. We know for a fact that motorcyclists are not always to blame for their accidents. When they come to us, our motorcycle attorney advises them and helps them recover their losses.
If you incurred losses in a motorcycle accident in Laurens, you should file a claim to recover your losses. A motorcycle lawyer can help with it. However, before you do that, it helps to make sure you did not violate the law yourself. A discussion with a motorcycle injury attorney will surely help. Until you schedule one, the following information may come in handy.
SC Code section 56-5-140 defines motorcycles by the number of wheels and the existence of a saddle. They should have two permanent wheels in contact with the ground or a trailer. They should also have a saddle for the rider. As any motorcycle injury lawyer may confirm, the definition excludes tractors.
All motorcycles with motors producing up to 5 horsepower qualify as motor-driven cycles. The term refers to motor scooters meeting the power requirement (SC Code section 56-5-150). SC law also acknowledges three-wheel motorcycles.
Their definition appears in section 56-5-155 of the Code. Any motorcycle lawyer should be able to explain it to their client. It covers vehicles with three permanent wheels in contact with the ground. It includes motorcycles with side attachments. The respective vehicles should have a saddle for the rider and handlebars or similar steering. The definition excludes tractors and automotive vehicles with three wheels.
If you are not sure where your vehicle fits, a Laurens motorcycle injury attorney can help.
SC Code section 56-5-3610 stipulates that, generally, motorcyclists have the same rights and duties as drivers. They not exempted from following rules and provisions that refer to other types of vehicles. Also, they have to follow all rules and provisions referring to motorcycles.
SC Code section 56-5-1550 establishes the speed limits for motor-driven cycles. The maximum speed allowed is of 35 miles per hour. Higher speeds are allowed for vehicles with headlamps visible from a distance of 300 feet.
SC Code section 56-5-1520 provides more information on vehicle speed limits according to the circumstances. If you are worried you broke the speed limits, you should consult a motorcycle injury lawyer. They will review your case and advise you accordingly.
Just like drivers, motorcyclists have to signal their intentions in traffic. SC Code section 56-5-2180 sets the rules they should follow. Motorcyclists should signal all their stop or turn maneuvers by using their hand or their arm. The same section specifies that all motor vehicles operated on highways be equipped with signal lamps. The rule covers vehicles longer than 14 feet and wider than 48 inches.
Ride only on the dedicated seat, carrying other passengers if the motorcycle design allows it.
Ride astride the dedicated seat, facing forward, and keeping each leg on the corresponding side.
Avoid carrying packages or bundles that prevent them from holding both hands on the handlebars.
Avoid carrying passengers in positions that may interfere with their view or maneuvers.
Never attach themselves or the motorcycle to another vehicle on the road.
If you were in violation of these requirements, give your motorcycle injury lawyer all the details. It helps your case if they know the truth from the beginning. This way, they can prepare your defense and protect your interests.
Under SC Code section 56-5-3640, motorcycles have the right to use an entire road lane. All other vehicles should respect their right. However, motorcyclists may ride two abreast on the same lane.
These rules do not apply to police officers on duty. Motorcyclists who know they have violated them should turn to a motorcycle injury attorney. The latter can help assess the role of their actions in the accident. They can advise them on how to proceed.
SC Code Section 56-5-3650 requires the presence of footrests for all motorcycles carrying passengers. Also, all motorcycles should have a rearview mirror, to allow the rider to monitor the rear traffic. A motorcycle injury lawyer may interpret noncompliance as a contributory fault.
Section 56-5-366 makes helmets mandatory for motorcyclists and passengers younger than 21. The helmets should have the approval of the Department of Public Safety. They should have a chin or neck strap and reflectorizing material on both sides.
Section 56-5-3670 requires motorcyclists younger than 21 to wear goggles and face shields. These need the approval of the Department of Public Safety as well. The operators of motorcycles with windscreens do not need goggles or face screens.
Section 56-5-4460 stipulates that motorcycles on public roads should have their headlights on. Violations qualify as a misdemeanor and bring about $25 fines and up to 10 days in jail. In case of an accident, it will take an experienced motorcycle lawyer to avoid contributory fault.
Section 56-5-4490 requires that motorcycles be equipped with one or two headlamps.
Section 56-5-4500 imposes headlamp placement at a height between 24 and 54 inches.
Section 56-5-4830 refers to vehicle lights more intense than 300 candlepower.
According to this law, such lights should be oriented outside the roadway. Their beams should not hit the roadway at more than 75 feet. The rule excludes head, spot, and auxiliary lamps, flashing signals, and school bus and emergency vehicles' warning lamps. Parked vehicles cannot have red or blue center lights unless expressly authorized. Flashing lights are only acceptable on authorized vehicles and as turn signals.
Again, any violation of the above stipulations could qualify as a contributory fault. Motorcyclists involved in accidents who are not sure where they stand should consult a motorcycle lawyer. The latter will analyze their case details and explain their situation. As any motorcycle injury lawyer may explain, contributory fault matters in accident claims.
Under South Carolina laws, accident victims can seek compensation for their losses even if they shared fault. However, their share of fault should not exceed 50%. If it does, they lose their right to any compensation. To distribute fault, the authorities, the insurers, and the court will consider the available evidence.
The experience of the motorcycle injury lawyers handling the case usually makes all the difference. The parties will obviously try to blame one another. The motorcycle injury lawyer will focus on defending their clients and proving their case.
If you shared fault for your accident, your compensation will be inversely proportional to your fault percentage. Thus, if you are 25% at fault, you will only receive compensation for 75% of the losses you incurred.
Since those losses will need justifications as well, it helps to work with a motorcycle injury lawyer. If you have not contacted one yet, you should, as soon as possible. Time is a sensitive matter when it comes to motorcycle accidents.
The time limits for civil action in South Carolina are subject to Title 15, Chapter 3 of the SC Code. For action following motor vehicle accidents, the deadline is usually 3 years. Sometimes, experienced motorcycle injury lawyers succeed to obtain a tolling or delay. This is usually possible for a motorcycle injury attorney representing a minor. Another scenario is when their client is mentally disabled and recovers after a long time.
To increase your chances of obtaining compensation, consult a motorcycle lawyer as soon as possible. The evidence is easy to obtain and witnesses are easy to locate immediately after an accident. If you wait too long, evidence may get lost, and witnesses may forget details. They may also change their address. Moreover, the sooner you file the compensation claim, the sooner you receive the money.
Of course, before you can file a compensation claim, you need to know with whom to file it. This is another decision better taken with the help of a motorcycle injury attorney. They will analyze the evidence and insurance coverage available and advise you accordingly.
Why Do Motorcycle Attorneys in Laurens, SC, Care about Insurance?
In motor vehicle accidents, the party at fault or their insurer covers all losses. If the party at fault is insured, most motorcycle injury lawyers will file the claim with the insurer. Their damage inspector will review the claim and answer, usually proposing a settlement.
After a couple of negotiation meetings or letters, the parties will almost always reach a settlement. Otherwise, the claimant or their motorcycle injury attorney can appeal and even go to court. Although the procedure involves quite a few forms and formalities, it is straightforward.
Unfortunately, we cannot say the same thing about lawsuits. They are the alternative to the insurance claim when the party at fault is uninsured. They take a lot of time, and they are costly and difficult to win. That is why almost any motorcycle injury attorney will try to avoid them.
Moreover, a favorable verdict does not guarantee the payment. If the defendant could not afford insurance, they probably don't have money for compensation either. No wonder most motorcycle lawyers will avoid lawsuits against individuals.
In South Carolina, all vehicle operators, including motorcyclists, need liability insurance. As any motorcycle injury attorney may confirm, the minimum coverage is 25/50/25. For property damage, it is of $25,000 per event. For bodily injury, it is of $25,000 per person and of $50,000 per event. When the party at fault is uninsured, the victims can access their own coverage.
Even if you don't remember, you probably carry uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage. The law forces all insurers to offer it to their clients. Yours must have offered it to you too. Unless you specifically refused it, chances are you still have it. To discuss available coverage and legal options, consult a Laurens motorcycle lawyer.
Obtain the compensation you deserve for your losses with minimum time and effort from you.
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At the Law Office of Brian T. Smith, we put our clients' interests above everything else. You can easily convince yourself of that by scheduling a free case evaluation. If you like how our motorcycle injury attorney works, you can hire their services. If you do not, you are free to walk away.
After speaking to a motorcycle personal injury attorney, we are convinced you will accept our offer, especially since we accept contingency agreements. This means that you only pay for the motorcycle accident attorneys services if we win. To benefit, call (864) 662 6821, ask to speak to one of our motorcycle lawyers. Ask any questions relating to your motorcycle wreck. Call our Laurens SC, office now and a motorcycle accident attorney will gladly take over the case and help you out!


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by Danny Zaken
The Israel-Lebanon maritime border agreement was approved by the Israeli cabinet five days before the elections, even though a final agreement had yet to be signed with French energy major TotalEnergies for the southern part of the Sidon-Qana offshore gas field, which extends into Israel's economic waters.
According to government promises, the basic agreement was supposed to be concluded before the Israel-Lebanon maritime border agreement was approved, so that ministers would have full information before voting on the deal. But it now appears that representatives from Israel's Ministry of National Infrastructures, Energy and Water Resources and the Ministry of Finance's Accountant General office, who have been part of the talks, had reached agreement with TotalEnergies, which has 40% of the rights to develop the field and another 20% in trust. However, its Italian partner Eni, which holds 40% of the field and a veto, has still not given its consent to the Israel-Lebanon agreement.
Sources close to the matter have told "Globes" that TotalEnergies had promised to obtain the agreement of Eni but had not done so before the Israeli cabinet meeting and has still yet to do so. The unsigned agreement was presented to Israel's ministers with the consent of TotalEnergies. Two of the ministers told "Globes" that the agreement was presented but they were given the impression that only a formal approval by the Italian company was necessary for the final signature.
"Eni was disappointed to be left outside of the talks"
A senior international source in the energy sector says that it is likely that Eni will give its consent, but it is also clear that the company was not satisfied that it was left out of the picture – due to the deep involvement of French President Emmanuel Macron in the negotiations on the Israel-Lebanon maritime border agreement. "It is possible that there will be a need for political involvement with the Italian government, which owns a third of Eni," the source believes.
A basic agreement is required for providing compensation to Israel from the production revenues from the Sidon-Qana field, 17% of which is in Israel's economic waters. However, setting the amount of compensation will be derived from the amount of gas that will be found on the Israeli side. The energy companies will present a detailed analysis of the field after the exploration drilling, including the distribution of the quantities. The formula for calculating the price for the amount of gas was postponed until the final agreement, which should be signed, after it becomes clear whether there is a volume of gas that is worth producing.
As reported by "Globes" at the end of last month, according to the estimates and data analysis of the geological survey in the Sidon-Qana field contains 100 BCM (billion cubic meters), which should make it very profitable – double the amount of gas contained in Israel's Karish field to the south.
Ministry of Energy: We have a strong bargaining position
Sidon-Qana gas field could contain 100 BCM
Israel and Lebanon sign maritime border pact
One of the possible problems arises from the fact that Lebanon is not part of the agreement between Israel and TotalEnergies, even though most of the idon-Qana field is in its economic waters. In the negotiations, there was concern that Lebanon might impose conditions and high tax or royalty requirements on the gas production companies, which might reduce the Israeli share. The Ministry of National Infrastructures, Energy and Water Resources says that Israel's bargaining position is strong, since the start of production from Sidon-Qana is subject to reaching the detailed compensation agreement between Israel and TotalEnergies and – ENI.
At the same time, the Ministry of National Infrastructures, Energy and Water Resources has hired the services of a US law firm specializing in agreements like this. The US law firm has been hired because US law is applicable to the economic clauses of the agreement. Initially, TotalEnergies demanded that French law be the determining factor, but Israel refused.
Published by Globes, Israel business news – en.globes.co.il – on November 7, 2022.
© Copyright of Globes Publisher Itonut (1983) Ltd., 2022.
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