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Opening night for the 2nd Act Players' latest production, the dramatic look at divorce and the power of true love entitled Boys in the Basement, opens FRIDAY, NOV. 6, only a few short days away. Here are the Top 5 reasons to buy your tickets for one of our six performances before this weekend is over. Click on the show title to go to the ticket site right now:
5. Like a fine craft beer, we have only a limited supply. With ony six scheduled performances, Boys in the Basement is like a rare seasonal craft beer, Enjoy it now before it's all gone!
4. Discounts? We have discounts. Watching every penny? Who isn't these days, but fear not, you can get discount tickets for Friday night shows if you've been divorced, are going through a divorce, or are an adult child of divorce. We also have special low, low pricing for students on Friday and Saturday nights.
3. Who else is offering an original two-act play in such a convenient location? Boys will be performed at the Noyes Arts Center in Evanston, right next to the Noyes Street station on the Purple Line, so it's easy to get there by public transportation from Chicago and points north and south. If you're driving, parking is free — try finding that in the Loop or at any off-Loop theater these days.
2. Let's talk about it? Love discussing a play after you've seen it? You;re in luck, the playwright (me) and director of Boys will stay after Friday night shows to discuss it with the audience. Cast members might be there too, you never know what actors might do. So come on a Friday and let's talk.
This is a play that's really worth seeing. Divorce from a man's perspective? Who writes about that? If you really want to know how men think, this is your chance. And there are only six shows to do it in. So buy your tickets today! Go to:
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Home INTERNATIONAL Sikh Candidate's Billboard Graffitied With 'ISIS' In NZ
Sikh Candidate's Billboard Graffitied With 'ISIS' In NZ
Wellington: A Sikh candidate, who is running for a place in the city council of Hamilton in New Zealand, has had one of his election billboards defaced with the word 'ISIS' plastered over it in black paint.
Yugraj Singh Mahil, the first Sikh to run for a place on Hamilton's city council, was pictured on the billboard with another candidate Anna Casey-Cox, Radio New Zealand reported.
Both are first time candidates in the city's east ward, standing as part of the Community Voice group. Mahil said the campaign had been going well until he received the news that one of his billboards in the suburb of Hillcrest was graffitied with the word "ISIS".
"It's more than insulting. People mostly change the appearance of the person but tagging such a group is very harsh, very distressful," he was quoted as saying.
Mahil said in his 17 years in Hamilton he had never faced this sort of behaviour. "I think this is due to the turban; that happens sometimes, people get confused, they think only Muslims wear turbans," he said.
However, with Hamilton's gurdwara the first to be established in New Zealand, he said, most people in the area were more aware. "Sometimes these sort of things, I think teenagers or kids they do it, they don't have enough knowledge about the religions and they don't know the difference," he said.
Anna Casey-Cox said she found out yesterday when she saw a photo of the billboard on Facebook and within 20 minutes they were able to take the billboard down and clean off the words.
She said it was one thing to deface a billboard with something like a moustache, but painting the name of the violent extremist group was sick and ignorant.
"This was a different kind of defacing of a billboard and it was just at a whole different level. And I think it's just somebody who's not even thinking. It's just someone who is relatively ignorant has done it," she said.
"I really don't know what the motivation would be other than to incite some concern in the community and get at the Muslim community perhaps," she added.
Mahil said his wife is now too scared to leave the house while his two daughters are also horrified.
"My daughter and my wife got really upset … my wife is a little bit worried about going outside so we try to be safe and don't go out at night, but still I have to go out and want to give this my best shot," he was quoted as saying by the New Zealand Herald.
"It means the whole community gets shocked, all of the Sikh community. I have been receiving calls from various Sikh leaders that this is bad and we have to make a noise about it and raise awareness," he said.
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'Captain Marvel' clobbers the competition to stay atop box office
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Female-led superhero movie "Captain Marvel" took in an estimated US$69.3 million over the weekend, outearning the combined North American totals of the next nine films, industry watcher Exhibitor Relations reported Sunday.
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[LOS ANGELES] Female-led superhero movie "Captain Marvel" took in an estimated US$69.3 million over the weekend, outearning the combined North American totals of the next nine films, industry watcher Exhibitor Relations reported Sunday.
The Disney/Marvel blockbuster had a huge opening last weekend - the biggest ever for a female-fronted superhero flick - and, with the foreign total of US$494 million added in, "is now assured of ultimately earning US$1 billion," according to the Hollywood Reporter.
The film, which stars Brie Larson as a former fighter pilot who gains superpowers and finds herself embroiled in a galactic conflict, has already passed the lifetime takes of superhero adventures including "Ant-Man and the Wasp" and "Iron Man 2", according to Variety.
Far back in second spot for this three-day weekend was a new animated production from Paramount, "Wonder Park", at US$16 million.
The film, set in an amusement park based on the imaginings of a young girl (Brianna Denski, whose previous work included a Lysol commercial), has far to go to make up the nearly US$100 million Paramount spent to make it. Jennifer Garner, Matthew Broderick, Mila Kunis and John Oliver also provide voices.
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In third was another new release, CBS and Lionsgate's teen drama "Five Feet Apart", at US$13.2 million. It stars Haley Lu Richardson and Cole Sprouse as teens who fall in love while being treated for cystic fibrosis, a disease that requires them to keep a distance from each other.
Universal's "How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World" took in US$9.3 million for fourth place. Voiced by Jay Baruchel, America Ferrera, Cate Blanchett and F Murray Abraham, it tells the story of young Hiccup and his dragon Toothless on their quest to find a dragon utopia.
And in fifth was Lionsgate's "A Madea Family Funeral" at US$8.1 million. Actor/director Tyler Perry, who plays the irreverent title character, says it will be the last in the profitable Madea series.
Rounding out the weekend's top 10 were:
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Singapore could have seven locally designed and built satellites in the earth's orbit by next year. NTU had launched the first two made-in-Singapore satellites in 2011 and last year, the former in partnership with DSO National Laboratories. NTU's 130kg tropical weather monitoring satellite, the Velox-CI, funded by the Economic Development Board, will be complete by September.


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B-CU's season ends with loss at Wake Forest
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Kendra Cooper scored 11 points as Bethune-Cookman saw its second consecutive season with a postseason appearance conclude after a 71-42 loss to Wake Forest on Thursday night at LVMJ Coliseum.
Ariel Stephenson scored 20 points as the Demon Deacons (16-15) hit two 3-pointers to start the second quarter and begin pulling away from a 29-23 halftime lead. Wake Forest opened its lead to 44-31 after three quarters and scored 27 fourth-quarter points.
"The girls came out and competed. (Wake Forest's) size and shooting ability took over," B-CU head coach Vanessa Blair said.
"Wake Forest is long. For our girls who are 5-5 and they have someone 6-1 closing out of them, it definitely changes their game."
B-CU saw itself with a big deficit to start the game. The Demon Deacons hit six of their first eight shots to lead 15-4. The Wildcats' bench helped stabilize things and it was 21-11 at the end of the first quarter.
In its best stretch of the game, B-CU held Wake Forest scoreless for 4:21 and scored 10 unanswered points to tie it at 21 on two Cooper free throws with 3:39 left in the first half. Wake Forest would then score eight unanswered points before Kanesha Battle's jumper closed it to 29-23.
Ashanti Hunt and Kailyn Williams, who finished her career with 993 rebounds, each scored eight points for B-CU. The freshman Battle added seven, while the sophomore Hunt had a team-high eight rebounds.
B-CU concludes its season with a 21-11 record and its second Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference regular-season championship.
"The program has come so far and it was great to accomplish a second straight postseason berth," Blair said.
"Our freshmen and sophomores are fearless and have been all year. We have a bright future because of them."


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The caravans travelled far beyond the limits of the empire.
Nearly submerged by the swirling waters of the Trent on Monday were caravans parked near the Britannia Inn at Farndon.
A considerable amount of forwarding was done by the caravans.
A large part of his revenue is derived from tribute exacted from the salt caravans.
The caravans from Kano were also frequently pillaged by the Tuareg, so that the prosperity of the town declined.
The southernmost, Gaza, was joined by a road to the mixed peoples of the Egyptian Delta, and was also the port of the Arabian caravans.
Near Bilma is a small circular oasis, kept green by a fine spring, but immediately to the south begins the most dreary part of the Saharan desert, over which the caravans travel for fifteen days without discovering the slightest trace of vegetable life.
Wherever oases are found they present similar features, and are naturally the halting-places and points of departure of desert caravans.
The Caravans The three modern caravans are set among spacious lawns, surrounded by trees and shrubs and overlooking the brook.
In his youth Muhammad traveled widely with camel trading caravans.
The park offers superb self-catering caravans and luxury pine lodges available all year, and touring and camping facilities from March to October.
They provide self catering holiday accommodation in static caravans and cottages as well as touring caravan pitches.
Each of our 4-6 berth caravans offers comfortable spotlessly clean accommodation.
On the site there's also a caravan park for up to five touring caravans, open all year round.
The romantic view of horse-drawn caravans has long since passed.
The two bedroomed caravans have one bedroom with a double bed and another bedroom with two singles.
Following our arrival, a section of Woodham's yard soon resembled a Gipsy encampment with caravans, tents and vans arrayed!
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He also frequently employed his soldiers in collecting the taxes from the estates of those magnates who refused to contribute to the public burdens, in protecting the towns from the depredations of the robber barons, or in convoying the caravans of the merchants.
The fiery blasts of summer, furnace-heated over the red-hot Kizil Kum, are hardly less to be feared than the ice-cold shamshir (or north-western blizzard) of winter, which freezes men when it finds them in the open desert, and frequently destroys whole caravans.
The pilgrimage retained its importance for the commercial well-being of Mecca; to this day the Meccans live by the Hajj - letting rooms, acting as guides and directors in the sacred ceremonies, as contractors and touts for land and sea transport, as well as exploiting the many benefactions that flow to the holy city; while the surrounding Bedouins derive support from the camel-transport it demands and from the subsidies by which they are engaged to protect or abstain from molesting the pilgrim caravans.
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Recently completed expansion programs at both Knottingley and South Cave sites have resulted in easily accessible displays of both new and used caravans.
Old caravans, small railway carriages and other unusual items can be used to great effect.
Tin Can Tourists - Although not a vintage trailer park, the members of this organization take their classic automobile trailers on caravans.
By interacting with other Airstream owners in a forum environment, you can find resources for parts, get repair and maintenance advice, find out about rallies or caravans, and discover many other beneficial tips.
For families that wish to sample the outdoors without the aggravation of pitching tents or enduring cold nights, static RVs (referred to as caravans) may provide a suitable alternative.
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From here the caravans start for Persia, and at certain periods of the year long trains of camels may be seen, and Persian merchants conspicuous by their high black caps and long robes.
The route which these caravans follow is a chaussee as far as Erzerum, but this in places is too much broken to admit of the transit of wheeled vehicles.
The Hausa are often traders, traversing the country in large caravans.
This last class trades with the other three and despatches caravans to Illorin and other places, where the Kano goods, the "potash" and other merchandise are exchanged for kolas and European goods.
But while the province in many parts presents a landscape of luxuriant beauty, it is a prey to the ravages of disease, principally malarial fevers due to the extensive swamps formed by waters stagnating in the forests, and to the frequent incursions of the Goklan and Yomut Turkomans, who have their camping-grounds in the northern part of the province, and until about 1890 plundered caravans sometimes at the very gates of Astarabad city, and carried people off into slavery and bondage.
There is reason to believe that before the 6th century B.C. the caravans reached Damascus without coming near the oasis of Tadmor; probably, therefore, we may connect the origin of the city with the gradual forward movement of the nomad Arabs which followed on the overthrow of the ancient nationalities of Syria by the Babylonian Empire (6th century B.C.).
Originally an Arab settlement, the oasis was transformed in the course of time from a mere halting-place for caravans to a city of the first rank.
The true Arab despises agriculture; but the pursuit of commerce, the organization and conduct of trading caravans, cannot be carried on without widespread connexions of blood and hospitality between the merchant and the leading sheiks on the route.
Their caravans (auvoeiac) travelled right across the desert to the great entrepots on the Euphrates, Vologesias, about 55 m.
It is true that the king had a revenue, collected by the vicomte and paid into the secretum or treasury - a revenue composed of tolls on the caravans and customs from the ports, of the profits of monopolies and the proceeds of justice, of poll-taxes on Jews and Mahommedans, and of the tributes paid by Mahommedan powers.
Rohlfs informs us that " any one who did not know the way " by which the caravans passed " would only have to follow the bones which lie right and left of the track."
His attacks on the pilgrim caravans, begun in 1783 and constantly repeated, startled the Mahommedan world,' and compelled the attention of the sultan, as the nominal protector of the faithful.
It already, however, bore within it the germ of decay; the accumulation of treasure in the capital had led to a corruption of the simple manners of the earlier times; the exhaustion of the tribes through the heavy blood tax had roused discontent among them; the plundering of the holy places, the attacks on the pilgrim caravans under the escort of Turkish soldiers, and finally, in 1810, the desecration of the tomb of Mahomet and the removal of its costly treasures, raised a cry of dismay throughout the Mahommedan world, and made it clear even to the Turkish sultan that unless the Wahhabi power were crushed his claims to the caliphate were at an end.
The latter were indubitably the Ugrian nomads of the steppe, akin to the Tatar invaders of Europe, who filled the armies and convoyed the caravans of the ruling caste.
In the south communication is maintained chiefly by camel caravans.
Formerly a rendezvous for slave caravans Lindi now has a more legitimate trade in white ivory.
Caravans from Dar-es-Salaam to Tanganyika take 60 days to do the journey.
When the prologue to Job speaks of plundering Sabaeans (and Chaldaeans) on the northern skirts of Arabia, these may be either colonists or caravans, which, like the old Phoenician and Greek traders, combined on occasion robbery with trade.
The great salt caravans pass through it, as well as pilgrims on their way to Mecca.
The chief articles brought by the caravans are ostrich feathers, skins and ivory and one of the principal imports istea.
The vast size of the market-squares with their surrounding porticos, and the importance of the caravans of merchants who traded with other nations, show that mercantile had risen into some proportion to military interests.
The permanent population is under 10,000; but from October to April the population rises to 30,000 or more by the arrival of caravans from Ogaden and Dolbahanta.
The ivory and feather caravans from Wadai and Borku have latterly deserted it altogether.
The arrival of the first railway train, on the 9th of February 1880, marked a new epoch in the history of Santa Fe, which until then had remained essentially a Mexican town; but with the discontinuance of the wagon caravans over the old trail, it lost its importance as the entrepot for the commerce of the South-west.
Meanwhile Raynald of Krak took advantage of the position of his fortress, which lay on the great route of trade from Damascus and Egypt, to plunder the caravans (1182), and thus helped to precipitate the inevitable attack by Saladin.
A compact with the Turks, made in 1370 and renewed in the next century, saved Ragusa from the fate of its more powerful neighbours, Servia and Byzantium, besides enabling the Ragusan caravans to penetrate into Hungary, Croatia, Bosnia, Servia, Bulgaria and Rumania.
Dikwa is the centre of an important trade of which the chief articles are coffee, sugar, velvet, silk and weapons, as well as gold and silver objects brought by caravans from Tripoli.
Good roads connect some of the great Hausa cities, and Kano and Kuka are starting-points for caravans across the Sahara to the Mediterranean.
In Northern Nigeria up to the moment of the British occupation the foreign trade was chiefly in the hands of Tripoli Arabs whose caravans crossed the desert at great risk and expense, and carried to the markets of Kuka and Kano tea, sugar and other European goods, taking away the skins and feathers which constituted the principal articles of export to the Mediterranean coast.
Later it became a halting-place for the caravans of slaves brought from Darfur to Egypt.
The other centres of population are Shingeti, Wadan and Ujeft, Shingeti being the chief commercial centre, whence caravans take to St Louis gold-dust, ostrich feathers and dates.
Illorin is a great trading centre, Hausa caravans bringing goods from central Africa, and merchandise from the coasts of the Mediterranean, which is distributed from Illorin to Dahomey, Benin and the Lagos hinterland, while from the Guinea coast the trade is in the hands of the Yoruba and comes chiefly through Lagos.
From its situation on the route of the caravans between Smyrna and western Asia on the one hand, and Armenia, Georgia, &c., on the other, the city became a place of extensive trade, and its bazaars are well stocked with the merchandise of both Europe and the East.
From Missouri caravans of pack animals, and later wagon trains, set out in May of each year on the Boo m.
At Tashkurghan the caravans from India and Bokhara meet, and from here the merchandise is distributed all over the country.
Serious rioting arose only in Shiraz and Fars, where some persons lost their lives and a number of caravans were looted.
In the 15th century the great Eastern trade with Europe was carried on by the Venetian Republic - Venice was the gate from West to East, and her fleets, richly laden with goods brought down to the shores of the Mediterranean in caravans, supplied Europe with the luxuries of the Orient.
In early days Mexican and American military detachments escorted the caravans on either side of the international line.
Their caravans traversed the length and breadth of the peninsula.
The trade with Santa Fe began about 1804, although regular caravans were begun only about 1825.
In every direction English influence penetrated, and Englishmen before 1603 might be found in every quarter of the globe, following Drakes lead into the Pacific, painfully breaking the ice in search of a north-east or a north-west passage, hunting for slaves in the wilds of Africa, journeying in caravans across the steppes of Russia into central Asia, bargaining with the Turks on the shores of the Golden Horn, or with the Greeks in the Levant, laying the foundations of the East India Company, or of the colonies of Virginia and Newfoundland.
It is served by dug-outs, three in number in 1899, and capable of carrying about fifteen men on a trip. Formerly the trade was very considerable, and the Burmese had a customs station on the island, from which the place takes its name; but the rebellion in the great state of Theinni, and the southward movement of the Kachins, as well as the Mahommedan rebellion in Yunnan, diverted the caravans to the northern route to Bhamo, which is still chiefly followed.
Traffic is carried on principally by means of caravans of camels, horses, asses and oxen.
An active trade was carried on by means of caravans, corn and silk especially being mentioned at a very early date.
Caravans from Sus laden with copper-ware, olive oil, butter, saffron, wax, skins, dates, dried roses, &c., are sent to Marrakesh, four days' journey from Tarudant.
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They set off in caravans, bought their freedom one by one or ran away, and drove or walked toward the "warm rivers."
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Cristiano Ronaldo unveils the best memory of his career
With everything he has gained in his career, hard for Cristiano Ronaldo to choose the best time. But he still has a little idea.
When you have (almost) won everything like Cristiano Ronaldo, we imagine that it is not easy to choose the best time. Yet even in the head of CR7, there are moments more important than others. During the presentation of the Nike Mercurial News in Lisbon last week, the Portuguese played the game and unveiled this memory that still makes it vibrate today. The victory to the Euro? His first Champions league? A victory in Clasico? None of this! What he holds above all is his arrival in Manchester. Nothing to do with the climate of course. It all started with the match between the Sporting Lisbon and MU in August 2003: "I remember two days before the game, I was with my teammates and one of them said to me: ' You can imagine, if you play well against Manchester United, you could play there!
rest belongs to the story as the other one would say: "I told him: ' No wait, it's too soon, it's too early '." This was the key because I played the game well that night. At the end of the match, Sir Alex Ferguson came to me to ask me to come see the training conditions in Manchester. Two days after the game, I was there. And I thought that by signing the contract I was going to be able to return to Lisbon. But he (Ferguson) replied "No, you're going to stay here and train with us tomorrow." I was nervous! It was a fantastic surprise. Things then came naturally. "Signing up at Manchester United was probably the happiest moment in my life." It's for you, Fergie!
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Justice Available for Family? Donna Martinez, Amanda Y. Martinez Identified as Victims In Deadly Las Vegas Car Accident.
Donna Martinez, Amanda Y. Martinez Identified as Victims In Deadly Las Vegas Car Accident. (Stock Photo: MurrayLegal.com)
Update: Fox5Vegas.com has identified the cause of death for the victims in a deadly December 27 Accident. According to the report, "Donna Martinez, 48…died of thermal and blunt-force injuries, and the coroner ruled her death an accident…Amanda Y. Martinez, 29, died of blunt-force trauma caused by the accident."
A motor vehicle accident involving seven vehicles Thursday evening, December 26, 2019, left four people dead and two others injured.
As reported by ReviewJournal.com, "[o]fficers were called to Durango Drive and Desert Inn Road just before 5:30 p.m. after police said a driver sped through a red light and hit another moving car."
According to the report, "[f]our people were killed and two were critically burned…[s]even cars were damaged in total."
Fox5Vegas.com is reporting, "a speeding car hit another from behind, forcing it into the intersection. Three cars that were pushed together burst into flames. The driver of the speeding car died…[t]hree people in the car they hit died, including a child. Bystanders rescued two other people involved in the crash, including another child."
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Security Failure? Las Vegas Fashion Show Mall Shooting Leaves Three People Injured.
Las Vegas Fashion Show Mall Shooting Leaves Three People Injured. (LasVegasSun.com)
Could the shooting at a Las Vegas mall have been prevented and are justice and compensation available to the victims? Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.
Three people were injured in a shooting at a Las Vegas, Nevada mall Tuesday evening, January 21, 2020.
As reported by 8NewsNow.com, "[p]olice are investigating a shooting at Fashion Show Mall that left three people injured…it all unfolded Tuesday evening when a group of juveniles got into an argument…right before the group was about to get into a fight, one person pulled out a gun and fired it into the crowd."
According to the report, "[t]he victims were transported to the hospital and are expected to live…one was shot in the face, another in the leg, and bullets hit a third person in the chest and face."
LasVegasSun.com is reporting, "[a]n early investigation indicates there may have been one shooter believed to have fled the scene before officers arrived…[a]dditional suspects might be involved, although no arrests had been announced. "
Mall patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises they are visiting. The level of security provided at the property is of significance, and is a relevant consideration when analyzing whether this shooting may have been prevented. The following questions are also important in assessing whether this incident may have been avoided:
Have prior incidents of violence been reported on or near the property, and, if so, were any security measures added after any prior incidents?
Did the mall have adequate security in place at the time of the shooting?
What security measures, such as visible surveillance cameras, and security personnel, were in place to deter crime and protect the victims at the time of the incident?
Was the mall aware of any suspicious people or activity on the property prior to the shooting.
Property owners are generally required to protect against foreseeable harm to anyone and everyone legally on the premises. Should the investigation into this incident reveal facts that establish that the property owner or management lacked adequate security to protect its visitors, the victims may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for their injuries.
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Posted in: Premises Liability, Security Negligence and Shopping Center Crime
Tagged: Fashion Show Mall Shooting, Las Vegas Fashion Show Mall Shooting and Las Vegas Mall Shooting
Security Negligence? Citgo Gas Station Shooting, Lake Worth, FL, Leaves Man Fatally Injured.
Lake Worth, FL Gas Station Shooting Leaves One Man Fatally Injured. (CBS12.com)
Did negligent security contribute to this shooting death and are justice and compensation available to the victim's family? Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.
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Gunfire erupted Tuesday night, January 21, 2020 at a Lake Worth, Florida gas station leaving one man dead.
As reported by CBS12.com, "[t]he shooting happened at the Citgo gas station on 10th Avenue North around 9 p.m."
According to the report, "[w]hen deputies arrived, a man was found dead from gunshot wounds."
A suspect has been arrested in connection with the shooting according to the media report.
The shooting investigation is ongoing.
Gas station and convenience store patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises they are visiting. The level of security provided at the property is of significance, and is a relevant consideration when analyzing whether this shooting may have been prevented. The following questions are also important in assessing whether this incident may have been avoided:
What security measures, such as monitored surveillance cameras, clear windows, and visible security personnel, were in place to deter crime and protect the victim at the time of the shooting?
Was there any suspicious people or activity on the property prior to the shooting?
Property owners are generally required to protect against foreseeable harm to anyone and everyone legally on the premises. Should the investigation into this incident reveal facts that establish that the property owner or management lacked adequate security to protect its visitors, the victim's family may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for their loss.
Posted in: Gas Station Crime, Premises Liability and Security Negligence
Tagged: Citgo gas station on 10th Avenue North, Citgo gas station shooting Lake Worth and Lake Worth FL Gas Station Shooting
Security Failure? Aurora, CO Apartment Complex Home Invasion/Shooting Leaves Resident Injured.
Aurora, CO Apartment Complex Home Invasion/Shooting Leaves Resident Injured. (Stock Photo: MurrayLegal.com)
Did negligent security contribute to the home invasion and shooting at an Aurora apartment complex and are justice and compensation available to the victim? Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.
A man was injured during a home invasion at an Aurora, Colorado apartment complex early Saturday morning, January 18, 2020.
As reported by SentinelColorado.com, "[p]olice were called to the apartment at 2155 S. Rifle Way at about 2:30 a.m. after reports of a possible shooting."
According to the report, "a man was awakened in his apartment by strangers and then shot multiple times."
The victim was taken to an area hospital.
Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the shooting.
KDVR.com reported on a shooting in this same apartment complex on January 13, 2020.
Residents and guests of apartment complexes have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The level of security provided at the apartment complex is of significance, and is a relevant consideration when analyzing whether this home invasion may have been prevented. The following questions are also important in assessing whether this incident may have been avoided:
What security measures were in place to deter crime and protect the victims at the time of the incident?
Have there been prior incidents of violence on the property, and were any security measures added after any prior incidents?
Was the complex aware of any suspicious persons or suspicious activity on the property prior to the incident?
Property owners are generally required to protect against foreseeable harm to anyone and everyone legally on the premises. Should the investigation into this incident reveal facts that establish that the apartment complex owner or management lacked adequate security to protect its residents and visitors, the victim may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for his injuries.
Posted in: Apartment Crime, Premises Liability and Security Negligence
Tagged: 2155 S. Rifle Way, Aurora apartment complex home invasion and Aurora apartment complex shooting
Security Negligence? John A. Fernandez Fatally Injured in Hampton, VA Apartment Complex Shooting.
John A. Fernandez Fatally Injured in Hampton, VA Apartment Complex Shooting. (WTKR.com)
Did negligent security contribute to the shooting death at a Hampton apartment complex and are justice and compensation available to the victim's family? Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.
A man was fatally injured after a shooting at a Hampton, Virginia apartment complex Sunday night, January 19, 2020.
As reported by DailyPress.com, "[d]ispatchers received a call about the shooting around 8:53 p.m….[it] happened in the 5100 block of Goldsboro Drive, which is [at]…apartments in the Northampton area."
According to the report, "the victim…a 27-year-old man from Hampton…was pronounced dead at the scene."
WTKR.com is reporting the victim as "27-year-old John A. Fernandez."
Residents and guests of apartment complexes have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises. The level of security provided at the apartment complex is of significance, and is a relevant consideration when analyzing whether this shooting may have been prevented. The following questions are also important in assessing whether this incident may have been avoided:
What security measures were in place to deter crime and protect the victim at the time of the shooting?
Was the complex aware of any suspicious persons or suspicious activity on the property prior to the shooting?
Property owners are generally required to protect against foreseeable harm to anyone and everyone legally on the premises. Should the investigation into this incident reveal facts that establish that the apartment complex owner or management lacked adequate security to protect its residents and visitors, John A. Fernandez's family may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for their loss.
The Murray Law Firm has extensive and successful experience in handling security negligence claims on behalf of victims and their families, and suggests that an immediate, unbiased inspection of the property will need to be performed so as to limit evidence from being altered, damaged or destroyed. The complexities of pursuing a negligent security case are well understood by the legal team at The Murray Law Firm, and it is imperative that John A. Fernandez's family retain a capable law firm who will work without delay to protect their interests.
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Security Negligence? Magnolia Pointe Apartments Shooting, Durham, NC Leaves Young Teen Injured.
Magnolia Pointe Apartments Shooting in Durham, NC Leaves Young Teen Boy Injured. (WRAL.com)
Did negligent security contribute to shooting at a Durham apartment complex and are justice and compensation available to the victim? Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.
A teen boy was injured after a shooting at a Durham, North Carolina apartment complex early Sunday morning, January 19, 2020.
As reported by WRAL.com, "[a]round 1:30 a.m., officers with the Durham Police Department responded to the Magnolia Pointe apartment complex."
According to the report, "They found a 14-year-old boy behind one of the buildings suffering from gunshot wounds. He was transported to the hospital and was listed Sunday night as in serious but stable condition."
ABC11.com reported on a shooting at this location in January 2019.
Tagged: Durham apartment complex shooting, Magnolia Pointe apartment complex and Teen boy shot Magnolia Pointe apartment complex
Security Negligence? Quail Meadows Apartments Shooting, Forest Park, OH, Leaves One Juvenile Injured.
Quail Meadows Apartments Shooting, Forest Park, OH, Leaves One Juvenile Injured. (Local12.com)
Did negligent security contribute to shooting at a Forest Park apartment complex and are justice and compensation available to the victim? Read Our Legal Take below to find out what legal options are available.
A juvenile was injured after a shooting at a Forest Park, Ohio apartment complex Thursday night, January 16, 2020.
As reported by WLWT.com, "officers responded to the scene of a shooting at Quail Meadows Apartments on Quailridge Court at around 10:15 p.m."
Local12.com is reporting, "Forest Park Police say it was a juvenile who was shot…[t]he victim was taken to the hospital with multiple wounds to his legs."
No suspects have been identified, the investigation is ongoing.
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Security Negligence? Isaac Robinson Fatally Injured in Phoenix Convenience Store Shooting, Suspect Arrested.
Isaac Robinson Fatally Injured in Phoenix Convenience Store Shooting, Suspect Arrested. (Stock Photo: MurrayLegal.com)
Gunfire erupted Saturday afternoon, November 16, 2019 at a Phoenix, Arizona convenience store leaving one man dead.
As reported by AZFamily.com, "27-year-old Isaac Robinson was in the parking lot of [a convenience store] at Ninth Street and Bell Road on Nov. 16, around 1:30 p.m., when he got into an argument with two men."
According to the report, "Robinson was then shot and later died at the hospital."
Fox10Phoenix.com is reporting, "Phoenix police announced Thursday that 32-year-old [suspect] was taken into custody Wednesday night [Jan. 15]."
Convenience store and gas station patrons have a right to feel safe and secure while on the premises they are visiting. The level of security provided at the property is of significance, and is a relevant consideration when analyzing whether this shooting may have been prevented. The following questions are also important in assessing whether this incident may have been avoided:
Property owners are generally required to protect against foreseeable harm to anyone and everyone legally on the premises. Should the investigation into this incident reveal facts that establish that the property owner or management lacked adequate security to protect its visitors, Isaac Robinson's family may seek justice and elect to pursue legal claims and substantial compensation for their loss.
The Murray Law Firm has extensive and successful experience in handling security negligence claims on behalf of victims and their families, and suggests that an immediate, unbiased inspection of the property will need to be performed so as to limit evidence from being altered, damaged or destroyed. The complexities of pursuing a negligent security case are well understood by the legal team at The Murray Law Firm, and it is imperative that Isaac Robinson' s family retain a capable law firm who will work without delay to protect their interests.
Posted in: Convenience Store Crime, Premises Liability and Security Negligence
Tagged: 7-Eleven at Ninth Street and Bell Road, Isaac Robinson and Phoenix Convenience Store Shooting


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EA and DICE have made some changes to Star Wars: Battlefront 2's crates and progression system
EA and DICE have announced that they have made changes to crates and progression based on player's feedback. According to the press release, the beta gave the team a chance to test all of its systems in action and tune things up for better balance. As such, Epic Star Cards, the highest tier of Star Cards available at launch, have been removed from Crates.
Players will need to reach a certain rank to craft upgraded Star Cards, and weapons are locked behind specific milestones. Moreover, class-specific gear and items can be unlocked by playing as them.
EA and DICE will be continuously looking at player feedback to help fine tune and improve this system and others in the game. The teams claimed that they are committed to keeping the community together. It's also worth noting that all post-launch content will be free.
Star Wars: Battlefront 2 releases on November 17th!
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A powerful storm swept through Rio de Janeiro, Brazil's second-largest city with a population of 6.3 million, late Wednesday into Thursday, February 7, 2019, bringing heavy rain and strong winds and leaving at least 6 people dead. The storm hit just several days after the city experienced its hottest January in 97 years – temperatures were as high as 42 °C (107.6 °F).
Meteorologists said the storm dumped more rain in just two hours than the city usually receives in a month, which is about 105 mm (4.1 inches) for February.
Streets quickly turned to rivers, sweeping away cars, motorcycles, downed trees and power poles, while mudslides destroyed hillside favelas and closed roads.
Iconic tourist hot-spots like Copacabana and Ipanema registered winds of up to 110 km/h (68 mph).
At least 6 people were killed, authorities said February 7. Two people were killed and two others injured when a home collapsed in the western part of the city, while a mudslide in Rocinha, Rio's largest favela claimed one life. In the south-side favela of Vidigal, one person was crushed by a wall that collapsed and two perished when a tree fell on a bus. Firefighters took a young woman in Vidigal to a hospital, but there was no word on the nature or severity of her injuries.
Featured image: Floods in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on February 7, 2019.


You're a devil. You're a menace.
No more love for you is your penance.
How stupid was I to think you were different?
You know that evil has its ways.
It's powered by the dark, weakened by sunrays.
I was immersed in your smoke and mirrors.
Then I was winded, in horror, by the terrors.
Is when I remember the dream.
You and me together, happily forever.
Of course, it wasn't meant to be.
Why do you, why do you hurt me?
I hate you with everything I got.
When will I live without you afflicting me?
When will this poison spell stop?
Always wanting to hurt me.
Broken pieces on the floor. Your poison just pours and pours.
I've just been wanting you to love me.
Sticks and stones can't break my soul.
You oughta know I don't need my bones.
You the road to redemption, blocked by your deception.
You're the devil on earth, from your head to your toes.
When you breathe, it's fire that blows.
The poison in your eyes, in the dark, it glows.
The poison from your mouth, it overflows.


Rev. Matt Sipe of Delano UMC stands beside Bishop Bruce R. Ough as the bishop leads a prayer at Delano's Big Tent Revival in October.
Some of you remember the days when there was a strong sense of district identity and when the clergy and laity in each district gathered together in many different configurations. Some of this still happens—for example, with our wonderful and faithful Big Waters District United Methodist Women—but there aren't many groups other than our district committees that meet on a regular basis. These days, it's hard to get people together, especially with the geography of the Big Waters District, and even more difficult to try and figure out the purpose of a United Methodist district given the shifts in our American religious landscape. I'm still not an expert on the Book of Discipline, but even there, I couldn't find any clear statements about our purpose as a district. Indeed, much of our sense of connection these days as Minnesota United Methodists is with the conference as we seek to live out our imperatives of growing in love of God and neighbor, reaching new people, and healing a broken world, which is a wonderful thing.
Having said that, I have come to see that districts are called to a unique and powerful purpose these days. As I see an increase in energy and hopefulness across the district and see a willingness to innovate, take risks, and experiment with new and different ways of being the church, I see more clearly the work of the district. Much of my role is about telling the stories—the stories of hope and transformation that are happening across the district. I am the steward of these stories and a connector. I help folks receive these stories and begin to ask the questions of, "What does this season of transformation mean for our church?" And, I put people together as they experiment and innovate so that they are continually learning, growing, and supporting one another. What a joy and privilege that is for me!
One of my key learnings is that transformation and revitalization can only begin with prayer. As I've watched the churches in this district that are changing, revitalizing, and doing deep transformative work, instead of just "rearranging their furniture," every one of them started as a whole congregation in prayer. A particular type of prayer. The other thing I've learned is that a new program will not lead to revitalization. Copying what some other church is doing will not work. It has to begin with prayer, and the work that results from that season of prayer needs to be something that is organic to each unique church in its unique setting.
Gracious and Holy God, send your Holy Spirit to: Break through, renew, and revive Delano UMC, unleashing your vision for the mission of making disciples and transforming the world. Empower the congregation and pastor to do justice, to love kindness, and to walk humbly with you, O God. Boldly use me, without limits, delays, or excuses to: defend the poor, offer abundant life, and heal a broken world. Create in me a clean heart and a joyful desire to follow your way of light, love, and truth. We pray in the precious and powerful name of Jesus. Amen.
Lord, we offer Minnetonka UMC to you. We are your people, this is your church. We come to you seeking your guidance, your purpose, your vision. Align our will with yours, so that we will be willing to do whatever it takes to carry out your plan. We ask you to break through in new ways in our church. Show us the great ministry you have in store for us. Help us dream your dreams. Pour out your Holy Spirit on us, giving us the vision, boldness, and confidence to do all that you call us to do. Amen.
So, once again, I want to urge everyone to say a prayer for your church and to figure out which prayer God calls you to pray together as the people of Christ. I promise that it will change your lives and your churches!


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Welcome to the VET21001 Toolkit!
The VET21001 Toolkit is the output of an applied research project with the same name, co-funded by the Erasmus+ programme of the European Union.
Its initial goal was to facilitate EQAVET adoption by providing VET schools with ready-to-use tools inspired by ISO 21001:2018[1]. However, considering the interest and feedback received from other educational sub-sectors during the project lifetime, it became obvious that the toolkit can also support the implementation – stand-alone or integrated – of other standards, both proprietary and formal, such as ENQA-ESG[2], ISO 9001, among others. For this reason and to make the Toolkit more inclusive, the term VET-provider was substituted by the broader term educational organization across the toolkit. The tools included in the VET21001 Toolkit are a possible approach to the requirements of the before mentioned standards but are not the only path to conformity towards them. Different approaches are possible and can be developed and implemented in educational organizations.
Presented as an open-source e-book supported by a website, the VET21001 Toolkit includes:
a glossary with terms and definitions necessary for the correct interpretation of the Toolkit's content;
the management tools description and guidelines on its application, including
Editable Tool templates, ready to be used as is or after context adaptations
Use cases, in the form of filled Tool's templates by different organizations to illustrate its application
The tools and guidelines at the VET21001 Toolkit are organized in ten thematic clusters. These are:
Leadership & Strategy
Quality & Risk Management
Data Protection & Control
Knowledge and Human Resources
Involvement of Stakeholders
Partnerships & Providers
Infrastructure & work environment
Design & Delivery of Services
Analyses & Evaluation
Review & Improvement
Each cluster provides a short introduction to the theme and lists, in the form of a matrix, the EQAVET criteria and its indicative descriptors at VET-provider level, as well as the ISO 21001:2018 requirements that are related to the theme.
In the case of EQAVET, the full text of the criteria and indicative descriptors are provided and to enable the development of the relationship-matrices, the EQAVET criteria and its indicative descriptors were numbered. The rationale used for the numbering was top-down, both for the criteria (first digit) and its indicative descriptors (second digit), following the order in which they appear in the European recommendation.
In the case of ISO 21001, the number and title of the clauses are provided, but not their full content, due to ISO copyrights. For this reason, it is recommended that users are in possession of ISO 21001 when using this Toolkit. ISO 21001 can be bought from the ISO store, as well as from any national standardization body, which list can be consulted at the ISO website.
The VET21001 Tools proposed can be used "as is", but they can also be adapted as needed, both in terms of branding (by changing the VET21001 Logo to those of the Users) and in terms of fields (by adding, removing, or changing the current fields to adapt the tool to new contexts).
In clusters in which multiple alternative tools are being proposed to address the same requirements, users should select the preferred tool depending on the context of the organization.
The Use Cases provided as examples come from inside and outside the VET21001 Consortium. For this reason, some of them might be in the native language of the User. Any branding in the Use Cases identify the User testing the tool and not the author of the tool.
[1] Any references to ISO 21001 in this document are referring to the 2018 version.
[2] European Standards and Guidelines for Quality Assurance published by the European Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education
How to navigate the VET21001 Toolkit
You can access the VET21001 Toolkit by cluster or by element. The option by cluster will lead you directly to all tools that support each of the ten thematic clusters. The option by element will lead to you to an overview of the different elements that compose the VET21001 Toolkit.
By Cluster


Patidar quota agitation leader Hardik Patel today stirred a controversy by making a claim about the resignation of Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, who rubbished it as "lies" and "false rumours".
During his visit to Rajkot today, Patel claimed that Rupani had resigned during yesterday's cabinet meeting after being asked by his party to do so.
"Rupani had resigned yesterday during the cabinet meet. I am saying this with full confidence. Rupani was asked to resign because he has failed to handle the administration properly," the 24-year-old quota agitation spearhead told reporters.
"A new chief minister will be appointed within 10 days. The party (BJP) will choose either a Patidar or a Rajput as the new chief minister," he further claimed.
"I have not given any resignation and there is no question of doing so because people have given us their mandate to serve them for five years," said Rupani.
Terming Patel as a "Congress agent", he said some people were spreading such false rumours to derail Gujarat's journey of development.
"It is possible that some people did not like the poll outcome. People know that he (Hardik) has worked as a Congress agent for many years. Thus, it is natural that he is feeling uncomfortable. Otherwise, what he has claimed is totally false," Rupani added.
Deputy Chief Minister Nitin Patel also rubbished such claims, saying it was the handiwork of the BJP's opponents.
"Our chief minister has not resigned. No such development took place yesterday. These all are false and baseless rumours being spread by the BJP's opponents to stir controversies.
But, we (BJP leaders) will always remain together despite such rumours," he asserted.


The Beckwith Road Tract is a recreational property with underlying timberland investment qualities. Approximately 60% of the total acreage is 14-year-old planted pine, ready for its first thinning in 2019. The majority of those planted pine acres are on former agriculture lands which results in better than average tree growth. In addition to its growth qualities, this area currently provides regular income through pine straw raking.


Trolled the archives to play along with Ailsa's weekly photo challenge at Where's my backpack? Sure wish I had my box of Crayola crayons to correctly name all the shades!
Lovely. I'm particularly struck by the shipwreck photo, but all are lovely.
Haha! That's what I'm talking about! I like the way you think.


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Q: Polygon compression for Integer coordinates I have polygon in raster with "signed int" 2D coordinates. Polygon has its vertices ordered in clockwise direction.
I want to store this polygon in some more "space friendly" way, that just store the sequence of int x, y coordinates. If I compress this file with rar, I got sizes about 3.5x smaller than uncompressed.
Is there any better representation than simply storing x,y in a sequence?
The compression should be lossless.

A: If your polygon is (x1, y1), (x2, y2) ... (xn, yn), you can write it as,
x1, x2-x1, x3-x2, xn-xn-1, y1, y2-y1 ..., yn-yn-1
Typically the differences between adjacent x,y values will be smaller than the absolute values, so you can store the deltas as variable length ints.  By doing this, each x,y pair can typically be stored in 2 or 4 bytes rather than 8.

A: It's hard to provide a definite answer as the result depends on a lot of factors. I did a fast test with GZIPOutputStream to compress individual polygons and the results depend much on the number of points of the polygon, but also on its area.
Basically I created polygons with an increasing number of vertices randomly distributed in a predefined area. Then I sorted the vertices clockwise and compressed the differences with GZIP
For polygons that fit into a standard screen (1440x900):
D Npoints: 3 Uncompressed: 24 Compressed: 41 Ratio: 0.58536583
D Npoints: 4 Uncompressed: 32 Compressed: 49 Ratio: 0.6530612
D Npoints: 5 Uncompressed: 40 Compressed: 58 Ratio: 0.6896552
D Npoints: 6 Uncompressed: 48 Compressed: 61 Ratio: 0.78688526
D Npoints: 7 Uncompressed: 56 Compressed: 66 Ratio: 0.8484849
D Npoints: 8 Uncompressed: 64 Compressed: 72 Ratio: 0.8888889
D Npoints: 9 Uncompressed: 72 Compressed: 80 Ratio: 0.9
D Npoints: 10 Uncompressed: 80 Compressed: 84 Ratio: 0.95238096
D Npoints: 11 Uncompressed: 88 Compressed: 89 Ratio: 0.98876405
D Npoints: 12 Uncompressed: 96 Compressed: 94 Ratio: 1.0212766
D Npoints: 13 Uncompressed: 104 Compressed: 96 Ratio: 1.0833334
D Npoints: 14 Uncompressed: 112 Compressed: 102 Ratio: 1.0980393
D Npoints: 15 Uncompressed: 120 Compressed: 108 Ratio: 1.1111112
. . .
D Npoints: 99 Uncompressed: 792 Compressed: 457 Ratio: 1.7330415

The compression ratio decreases for larger areas (1440*4x900*4):
D Npoints: 3 Uncompressed: 24 Compressed: 45 Ratio: 0.53333336
D Npoints: 4 Uncompressed: 32 Compressed: 55 Ratio: 0.58181816
D Npoints: 5 Uncompressed: 40 Compressed: 60 Ratio: 0.6666667
D Npoints: 6 Uncompressed: 48 Compressed: 67 Ratio: 0.7164179
D Npoints: 7 Uncompressed: 56 Compressed: 70 Ratio: 0.8
D Npoints: 8 Uncompressed: 64 Compressed: 79 Ratio: 0.8101266
D Npoints: 9 Uncompressed: 72 Compressed: 87 Ratio: 0.82758623
D Npoints: 10 Uncompressed: 80 Compressed: 93 Ratio: 0.86021507
D Npoints: 11 Uncompressed: 88 Compressed: 102 Ratio: 0.8627451
D Npoints: 12 Uncompressed: 96 Compressed: 109 Ratio: 0.88073397
D Npoints: 13 Uncompressed: 104 Compressed: 113 Ratio: 0.920354
D Npoints: 14 Uncompressed: 112 Compressed: 119 Ratio: 0.9411765
D Npoints: 15 Uncompressed: 120 Compressed: 125 Ratio: 0.96
D Npoints: 16 Uncompressed: 128 Compressed: 135 Ratio: 0.94814813
D Npoints: 17 Uncompressed: 136 Compressed: 137 Ratio: 0.99270076
D Npoints: 18 Uncompressed: 144 Compressed: 137 Ratio: 1.0510949
D Npoints: 19 Uncompressed: 152 Compressed: 148 Ratio: 1.027027
D Npoints: 20 Uncompressed: 160 Compressed: 148 Ratio: 1.081081
D Npoints: 21 Uncompressed: 168 Compressed: 154 Ratio: 1.0909091
D Npoints: 22 Uncompressed: 176 Compressed: 160 Ratio: 1.1
    . . .
D Npoints: 99 Uncompressed: 792 Compressed: 520 Ratio: 1.5230769

I'm not sure how you can get sizes that are 3.5 smaller but I assume that you compressed a bunch of polygons together. Compressing multiple polygons together would obviously increase the compression ratio.
Of course this is not a usable approach for a program, as it would have to keep decompressing the polygons to draw them into the screen which would require more memory, and CPU beating the whole purpose. I just wanted to get some figures...

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I freely admit I come from a privileged background; I had a good education and a supportive family. I was brought up understanding the values of working hard at school and aspiring to a good career of my own. I am not by any stretch of the imagination "working class".
In my view Jeremy Corbyn is a bit of a snake oil salesman when it comes to university funding.
Historians will judge the David Cameron years as those that led up to the Brexit referendum. But he should also be remembered for leading a coalition government that fizzed with ideas and innovative ways of making our country and the wider world a fairer, better place.
Labour fought the last election on promises to implement a mass programme of nationalisation, which included the energy, water, rail and mail sectors including some PFI deals. But it doesn't end there!
A political consensus is emerging here at Westminster about what has to be done to save the NHS which we all know is in crisis. The main cause that has been targeted is social care, which has been created by an ageing population and yes, cuts to local Government.
First, Happy New Year to everyone! And now to the politics. The scale of challenges in 2018 will continue apace.
Since I last wrote we have had a budget. Always a high-risk moment for any Chancellor but this one went off relatively smoothly. The only real shock in it were the growth figures, which were projected downwards.
It's been a febrile time up here in Westminster. The allegations that have been reported concerning the conduct of politicians from different political parties has rocked everyone.
An impetuous push for independence by the Catalans, coupled with a ham-fisted hardline response from the Spanish Government in Madrid has given the country its biggest constitutional crisis in the 42 years since the death of the dictator General Franco.


The American Cancer Society is selling its building on route 209 in Stroud township, but representatives say services are still available.
"The building isn't there but the American cancer society is in your community and the services remain the same," said Program Manager,Jennifer Washney. "We're providing rides to treatment,we provide programs and services and information," she added.
The road to recovery is a free pickup and drop off service from the American Cancer Society to patients, to help people battling cancer get to appointments.
"You know there going to be there when you finish and take you right home it's really a blessing," said Client, Kathleen Benaram. "I really appreciate all the help I've gotten from them," she added.
Since beginning the process of selling their Monroe county location back in November after 24 years of ownership, the American cancer society has been focusing more funding on their community outreach programs like the 'Road to Recovery'.


10. Wavelet Methods for Time Series Analysis - The wmtsa package is a software supplement to the book entitled "Wavelet Methods for Time Series Analysis" written by Donald Percival and Andrew Walden. Cambridge, England: Cambridge University Press, 2000.
12. Dynamic Time Warp - Comprehensive implementation of Dynamic Time Warping algorithms in R. Supports arbitrary local (eg symmetric, asymmetric, slope-limited) and global (windowing) constraints, fast native code, several plot styles, and more.
13. PASTECS - PASTECS (Package for the Analysis of Space-Time Ecological Series) provides several methods to deal with space-time ecological series. This is the old repository. Please, go to https://github.com/phgrosjean/pastecs for the latest version!
17. depmixS4 - hidden Markov model classes - depmixS4 fits hidden Markov models on multi-var time series, subject to constraints on the parameters. Responses are from glm and some additional distributions; transitions can be time-dependent.
18. Early Warning Signals Toolbox - The Early-Warning-Signals Toolbox provides to the general practitioner available methods for estimating statistical changes in timeseries that can be used for the in-time identification of critical transitions.
19. Time Series Database Interface - Time Series Database Interface (TSdbi) provides a common API to retrieve data from various sources, to simplify user interaction and so programs can be portable wrt the source. SQL implementations also provide a complete database table design.


Tradition meets modernity in a territory of 693 square kilometers, now a city-state. While it has existed for barely two centuries, Singapore has already become one of the most expensive cities in the world.
On an ancient trade route, Singapore gained independence from the federation of Malaysia in 1965. Often referred to as a city-state, it undeniably represents a very successful model. Its dynamism and modernity have attracted investors from around the world, making it an emblem of prosperity in Southeast Asia. Ever prim, the city regularly tops rankings of the most expensive capitals in the world. A self-proclaimed 'ideal city', it has the haughty nonchalance of a place where people feel safe. Everything is clean, square, beautifully restored, almost sanitized. Yet amid the almost oppressive modernity, you can still find fragments of the past. From Arab Street to the Marina, from Bug is to Little India, the heart of the city makes the different cultures it hosts beat in unison.
Singapore is also called the 'garden city' as its parks and green areas are so numerous, representing almost half of the city's total area. Its trees sometimes seem almost futuristic, like the gigantic ones in Gardens by the Bay, which reach heights of 50 meters.
The British naturalist Stamford Bingley Raffles, who discovered the world's largest flower, the rafflesia, is best known for having founded Singapore in 1819. Today, a beautiful colonial hotel, nearly 130 years old, bears his name. Step through the doors and you will feel carried away on a magnificent voyage through time.
Museums, bars, restaurants... Singapore is a city of diversity and refinement, in which going out is a pleasure. Everything sounds enticing. But the ride would not be complete without sampling the city's cuisine, which reflects all its cultures. For this, nothing beats a culinary stopover at Lau Pa Sat, located among the skyscrapers. In the wake of its river, through its legendary arteries, such as Orchard Road, or on its small streets that crisscross the traditional 'shop-houses' of Chinatown, Singapore is to be discovered in a thousand ways.
Finish your meal in Singapore at "2am: dessertbar"


This family of products has been developed to operate on Microsoft Windows operating systems. RSLogix 5 supports the Allen-Bradley PLC-5 family of programmable controllers. RSLogix 5 programming package is accustomed with programs created with Rockwell Software's DOS-based programming packages for the PLC-5 processors, making program maintenance across hardware platforms convenient and easy.
Via RSLogix 5 all project information can be consolidated and displayed as a Project Tree with "Point-and-Click" accessibility. Numerous rungs are edited simultaneously and program using symbols that we have not yet assigned addresses to using the Program Editor. Besides, errors get corrected at our own convenience using the Project Verifier.
RSLogix 5 enables us to move to any rung or instruction we require by clicking on the cross-referenced item using the Online Cross-Reference. Cross-reference information can be viewed simultaneously with our control program online or on a report.
Add addresses to instructions by dragging them from the Data Table Monitor, Database Files, or the Address/Symbols Picker to the desired instruction.
Rapidly move instructions within a project or from one project to another.
Move data table elements from one data file to another.
Using Advanced Diagnostics RSLogix 5 locates problem areas in our application.
Using Search and Replace, it easily locates and replaces addresses and description text.
Examines the status of data table elements simultaneously with the Custom Display Monitor.
Review status bit settings including scan time, math registers and interrupts settings via Tabbed Displays.
Access I/O configurations, program files, data table files and more from the Consolidated Project View.
Using RSLogix 5 we can build and classify groups of symbols using the Symbol Group Editor. Furthermore we can assign addresses or symbols to ladder instructions by the Symbol Picker.
WYSIWYG reporting lets we preview every detail of our data before sending it to a printer.
We can import projects developed using the MS-DOS products or export to them from RSLogix. We can even develop our projects using all of the time-saving features of RSLogix and later run them using any of the appropriate DOS-based programming packages. Moreover when we decide to migrate to the new Rockwell Automation control architecture, ControlLogix, we can easily transfer our existing projects created in any of Rockwell Software's previous programming products to RS Logix allowing us to protect our control investment.
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Eric Mack develops the overload theme, with a post titled "methodology + technology = productivity", I personally prefer process to methodology, which sounds a bit too formal for most people, but I agree fully with him on the principle. Too many times on enterprise projects I have been told by customer to "just give us the technology we will figure out how to use it", months to years later and the project has either failed or a rich eco-system of incompatible business processes have been wastefully developed to solve the same business need.
Now I always like to start with the business need first, process second and technology third, of course this means that you need to follow an iterative approach as the technology can modify your original perception of business need and process, but thats fine so long as you prototype. Personally as I work in infrastructure I like to dog food all of my projects as well.


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VH1 Unveils New Real Estate Docu-Series "Love & Listings" Premiering Wednesday, July 31st at 9:00PM
The series offers an exclusive look into the life of Suge Knight's son Suge Jacob Knight, a real estate trainee determined to forge his own path and recover his family legacy following his father's alleged legal woes.
[via press release from VH1]
Suge Knight's son Jacob Knight to star
Star-studded clientele features Jermaine Dupri, Jordin Sparks, Amber Rose, Ray J, Brandy Norwood and more
(New York, NY) June 28, 2019 - VH1 launches new real estate docu-series "Love & Listings," which is set to premiere Wednesday, July 31 at 9:00PM ET/PT. The eight, one-hour episodes open the doors to the glamorous and scandalous lives of Southern California's young, ambitious real estate agents and their elite celebrity clientele.
The biggest names in Hollywood, including Jermaine Dupri, Jordin Sparks, Amber Rose, Ray J, Brandy Norwood, Laz Alonso, and more look to this group of talented real estate moguls when it's time to buy and sell their Hollywood dream homes. In between closing million-dollar deals, the lines between business and pleasure blur and the real drama begins.
The series offers an exclusive look into the life of Suge Knight's son Suge Jacob Knight, a real estate trainee determined to forge his own path and recover his family legacy following his father's alleged legal woes. Knight struggles both personally and professionally under the weight of his family name as he strives to rise in the ranks of LA's real estate game.
Meet the cast:
Zac Diles is a former professional football player and has since suited up for a new type of game: real estate. After eight years playing ball, Zac has built a network of clients out of his former teammates (and adversaries). Zac's love for the ladies (including other agents) often gets him in trouble. Despite being in a relationship with Kat Tat from VH1's "Black Ink Crew: Chicago," Zac finds himself caught between his current girlfriend Kat and fellow cast member and ex-girlfriend Samantha, who is determined to get him back.
A part-time waitress struggling to fulfill her dream of becoming a celebrity real estate agent, Ajani Scott moved her hustle over to the world of real estate to make some money while she builds her professional network. Seeing her potential, veteran agent Erik Miles has taken Ajani on as an apprentice at his own agency. The stakes are high as Ajani learns to put her money where her mouth is, which jeopardizes Erik's A-list clientele.
Taylor Schwartz is a rookie agent. Despite her young age, she is a force to be reckoned with. She has the charm, smarts and beauty to reel in new clients, but her fiery temper often lands her in hot water, leaving her career in jeopardy. Working under Tai's wing, Taylor begins to wonder if the "grass is greener" when fellow real estate competitor Andrew Clinkscale offers her a position.
Andrew Clinkscale is a top agent at one of Beverly Hills' most prestigious real estate agencies. However, Andrew wasn't always on top. He grew up through the foster care system and was homeless twice in his life. He's seen the bottom and is determined to never go back. Andrew's professional and personal life soon collide as romantic rumors with another real estate agent begin to arise. Will the swirling affair rumors around the engaged "golden boy of real estate" bring him down?
Samantha Barretto recently moved to LA and has quickly moved up the real estate food chain by joining one of the most prestigious agencies in Beverly Hills. While running in the same industry circles as her ex-boyfriend Zac, Samantha's feelings for him begin to heat back up and start to affect her professional life.
Sarah Scheper is a proven real estate power player who originally conquered the market in Orange County. After overcoming personal struggles, Sarah has embraced her sobriety and turned over a new leaf in LA. While Sarah quickly becomes the queen of Beverly Hills real estate, her reputation is threatened when she begins an on-again, off-again relationship with Jacob which leads to friction between him and the other agents.
Erik Miles is a charming lawyer-turned real estate agent, a one-stop shop with his own imprint at a West Hollywood agency. The son of a successful athlete, Erik is willing to take risks to close deals which often pays off... but sometimes blows up in his face.
Tai Savet is eager to break bread (and the bank) with his unique LA-based brokerage firm as the go-to agent for the biggest names in show-biz. From Tai's perspective, the future is bright and primed for expansion, especially with a roster of hip millennials on his team, including Taylor and Jacob.
Alexandre Anu is a real estate titan at of one of LA's premiere brokerage firms and continues to grow his elite clientele. All of his listings are high-end luxury properties with an extensive client roster of A-list celebrities and top business executives.
'LIKE' "Love And Listings" on Facebook, follow @LoveAndListingsVH1 on Instagram and @LoveAndListings on Twitter. Join the conversation using #LoveAndListings!
"Love & Listings" is executive produced for VH1 by Entertainment One (eOne), Creature Films and Purveyors of Pop (POP), and produced by Relevé Entertainment. Tara Long serves as executive producer for eOne with Mark Ford and Kevin Lopez for Creature Films and Nate Green and Matt Anderson for POP, alongside Holly Carter for Relevé. Christopher Costine and Sean Matthews also serve as executive producers. Lily Neumeyer, Paula Aranda, Jennifer Aguirre, Fernando Mills and Todd Radnitz are executive producers for VH1. Concept by Releve's Holly Carter.
About VH1:
VH1 is the dominant pop culture brand for adults 18-34. The network is available in 86 million U.S. households and has an array of digital channels and services including the VH1 App, VH1.com and @VH1. VH1 is a unit of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIAB). For more information, please visitwww.VH1press.com, VH1.com, or the VH1 Facebook page. Follow us on Twitter @VH1PR.
About Entertainment One:
Entertainment One Ltd. (LSE:ETO) is a global independent studio that specialises in the development, acquisition, production, financing, distribution and sales of entertainment content. The Company's diversified expertise spans across film, television and music production and sales; family programming, merchandising and licensing; digital content; and live entertainment. Through its global reach and expansive scale, powered by deep local market knowledge, the Company delivers the best content to the world.
Entertainment One's robust network includes international feature film distribution company Sierra/Affinity; Amblin Partners with DreamWorks Studios, Participant Media, and Reliance Entertainment; Makeready with Brad Weston; unscripted television production companies Whizz Kid Entertainment and Renegade 83; live entertainment leaders Round Room Live; world-class music labels Dualtone Music Group and Last Gang; innovative music platform Audio Network; and award-winning emerging content and technology studio Secret Location.
Relevé Entertainment, LLC. Bio:
Relevé Entertainment is a multi-faceted entertainment company specializing in talent partnerships, brand development and television/film production. The company consistently delivers high-quality, "break-through" family and faith and redemptive programming that engages national audiences. Production credit includes, upcoming music competition series, The Next Big Thing (BET). Company recently produced My Father's Daughter: The Victoria Gotti biopic (Lifetime), docu-series Chad Loves Michelle (OWN) and upcoming television biopic The Clarks Sisters: The First Ladies of Gospel with producing partners Queen Latifah, Missy Elliot and Mary J. Blige (Lifetime.) The company is currently developing Music to My Ears: inspired by a true story, for FOX family. Additional Production credits include, the Oxygen franchise "Preachers of L.A, Detroit and Atlanta" as well as "Fix My Choir" (Oxygen), "The Sheards" (BET Networks) and The Sheffields (FYI/A&E Networks.) Our core areas of operation include Television & Film, Client Partnerships, as well as our Community Engagement Initiatives, such as The Merge Summit.
· LOVE & LISTINGS (VH1)


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There are 7 scapulohumeral muscles that connect the scapula and Humerus. The role of these muscles are to stabilize the glenohumeral joint as well as to move the arm through all planes of motion.
In order to assess the length of the scapulohumeral muscles, it's important to first test the latissimus dorsi length. This gives you a 'starting point' or a baseline for shoulder flexion that you can expect to see during the scapulohumeral mucle length test.
The proper position to assess the length of the scapulohumeral muscles is in supine (lying face up) with knees flexed to 90˚.
Lie face up on a flat surface with knees bent to 90˚.
Passively flex one arm overhead, keeping the thumb pointed upward so the Humerus stays laterally rotated.
Monitor for these compensatory motions: the lateral border of the scapula protrudes more than ½ of an inch from the lateral side of the thorax. Other faulty motions may include scapular posterior tilting, anterior displacement of the humeral head, or excessive scapular abduction.
Apply a correction to a protruding scapula by placing the arm in 90˚ shoulder flexion. Apply a manual pressure to the lateral border of the scapula so that it dos not protrude more than ½ inch from the thorax.
At the end range, medially rotate the Humerus. If greater range is achieved, then the teres major is a primary contributor to the shortness.
Decreased Range: If you are not able to achieve the same range as the latissimus dorsi test, you have found the scapulohumeral muscles to be short.
Understanding the relationship between the scapulohumeral muscles and their length and flexibility can help to isolate the primary muscles involved in a restricted pattern of motion.
If the lateral rotators or posterior capsule is tight, the following motions can be used as a stretch. I'll list two here and welcome more within the comments!
Prone Medial Rotation – Position yourself face down on an elevated surface with the humerus in line with the scapula so that your arm is in a 90˚/90˚ position (use a towel roll to support humerus). Perform pure medial rotation without pressing your shoulder into the towel roll (rotate your arm so your fingers are pointing towards your feet). Pure medial rotation is a conservative way to stretch the lateral rotators.
Horizontal Adduction – You can perform this motion while lying on your back, standing, or in a chair. Raise your arm to 90˚/90˚ (shoulder and elbow flexion) and turn your arm so that it's parallel to the ground (palm facing down). With your other arm, gently pull your elbow towards the midline of your body while trying to keep the scapula from moving. This might require support from the back of a chair or even lying on a surface so the scapula is blocked.
What other stretches would you suggest to help lengthen the scapulohumeral muscles?
On my mother's side there were three Missouri fmliay farms; in my husband's fmliay there were four Colorado fmliay farms. Oh, the stories about near misses and mangled hands and feet, the calls for help from neighbors when a husband or son was bleeding after an accident or a child had fallen in a dry well!But all of my uncles, without exception, would say that while nothing is more dangerous than working with the land, it is also true that nothing makes you wiser and stronger than learning your lessons and counting your blessings while working with the land.You might be surprised how your daughter and son-in-law figure this out and make it work. If you go to help, please do the cooking, cleaning and bottle feeding of needy animals instead of tackling jobs with dangerous machines or beyond your comfort zone or experience level. We need you to be okay, too!


Local residents of The Shire will gather at the Cronulla RSL on Thursday 25th August 2016, for free audience entry at a public speaking event. Members of the Cronulla RSL Toastmasters Club will compete with contests for impromptu speaking and also humorous speaking.
These annual shows are special events, as winners will progress to compete in further rounds. Successful first place individuals will compete in an area of clubs and potentially a division of the entire south coast.
Visitors will be entertained by hilarious humorous speeches. These funny talks will lighten up the night as everyone starts laughing.
Impromptu speeches will be performed on the spot, in what members call "Table Topics." These are topics anyone could be asked at any table - be it the dinner table or the board table. This is a real life skill for people to think on their feet.
Audience members will gain free experience of quality public speaking skills. Visitors can join the club as members to regularly practice these same techniques.
Registrations can be made through Meetup or by contacting the President.
Further information is available at the official web site of the Cronulla RSL Toastmasters Club.


Beauty Generation, the world's top-rated turf miler, faces only five rivals in the Stewards' Cup (G1) at Sha Tin Racecourse Jan. 20. Some will be using the race as a steppingstone to Dubai.
Gainesway Farm, whose roster heading into the 1980s contained an envious collection of Poule d'Essai des Poulains (French Two Thousand Guineas, G1) winners, has high hopes for well-supported Karakontie.
Ron Perry and wife Barbara Ranck-Perry rose to prominence in 2018 by racing two-time Eclipse Award finalist Marley's Freedom.
Plaintiffs AmTote International and Parimax Holdings and defendants Kentucky Downs, Exacta Systems, and Magellan Gaming have reached a resolution of their existing litigation.
The announcement that trainer Mike Machowsky would head up Fasig-Tipton's California initiative was the next step in North America's oldest sales company's effort to establish itself in the Golden State.
Masar, last year's Investec Derby (G1) winner, flew out to a winter training camp in Dubai this week to continue his recuperation from the leg injury that curtailed his classic-winning campaign.
City of Light settled in nicely at Gulfstream Park Jan. 17 on the morning after shipping cross-country from his Southern California base for a scheduled start in the $9 million Pegasus World Cup Invitational Stakes (G1) Jan. 26.
Canadian Horse Racing Hall of Fame member William (Bill) Graham died Jan. 15. He was 81.
Finger Lakes Racetrack in upstate New York is again authorized by the state to spend up to $2 million from its casino capital account on a new turf track, according to a budget plan released this week by Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
J. Keeler Johnson handicaps the Lecomte Stakes (G3) at Fair Grounds.


In a busy town like Billings, Montana bicycle accidents are an unfortunate reality. In any metropolitan area where pedestrians and motorists have to interact, lack of awareness of bicyclist safety and too many hazardous intersections can lead to tragic and often preventable bike accidents. These accidents may involve life-threatening injuries such as severe concussions and brain trauma. If you or someone you love has been in a bicycle accident in Billings recently, we want to hear from you at Heenan & Cook, PLLC Our bicycle accident attorneys can help you.
Many bicycle accidents occur because of motorist negligence. Not just distracted drivers or those texting and driving, but those who drive recklessly around bicyclists out of anger and impatience. Some drivers try to intimidate bicyclists by following and passing too closely, overtaking them and then making a turn, or failing to give them the right of way. Although bicyclists are not as fast as motor vehicles, they have just as much right to the roadway in Billings, Montana.
Montana's roads and city streets are the territory of bicyclists as much as motor vehicle operators. The Department of Transportation encourages travel by bicycle. Bicyclists are allowed on any road or sidewalk unless local laws otherwise restrict use.
No state law requires bicycle riders of any age to wear a helmet. In Billings, however, there is a municipal law that mandates bicyclists under the age of 16 wear a helmet. If someone breaks this law and has an accident, it does not always mean the bicyclist cannot obtain compensation.
Two bicyclists are only allowed to ride side by side on roads with multiple travel lines. In any other instance, bicyclists must ride single file. Bikers should stick to the right-hand side of the road as much as possible, although state laws do allow them to travel to the far left when making a left turn.
Bicyclists must have functional brakes, a white headlight visible from 500 feet, reflective gear visible from at least 300 feet, and a rear tail light or red rear reflector. Bicyclists must have one hand on the handlebars at all times, even if carrying items.
Failing to obey state and local bicycle laws as a bicyclist or a motorist can have repercussions in a bicycle accident. The insurance company or judge will look at any rules broken and weigh them in terms of whether they contributed to the accident.
In Montana, modified comparative fault rules make it possible to receive compensation as an injured bicyclist even if you were partially responsible for a crash. Speak to the attorneys at Heenan & Cook, PLLC, for more information about this law and how it may affect your case.
Don't leave the scene of a bicycle accident until authorities determine it is OK to do so. You must call 911 and report the crash if it caused injuries or deaths and remain at the scene until help arrives. If you are injured in the accident, stay as still as you can until paramedics arrive. If you suffered an injury such as a spinal cord injury, moving the wrong way could worsen the damage. Stay calm while you wait for help to arrive at the scene.
If the driver that struck you stayed at the scene, get his/her name, contact information, license plate numbers, and insurance company information. You will need this information to file your insurance claim. You will also need at least the basic details of your bicycle accident, such as where you were, when it happened, and how it happened. Gather as much information about your accident as you can, including photographs if possible. The more facts you collect about your wreck, the stronger your case.
Bicycle accidents often cause serious personal injuries, such as bone fractures, concussions, traumatic brain injuries, spine injuries, road rash, lacerations, contusions, and internal bleeding. Never skip the hospital as the victim of a bicycle accident. Even if you do not think you have injuries, tell the police officers you aren't sure until you've visited a doctor. Many serious head, brain, and back injuries can have delayed symptoms – especially if adrenaline is pumping through your body from the collision. Call an ambulance or at least go to the hospital as soon as possible after a bicycle accident in Billings.
Once you've received treatment for your injuries, it's time to call the at-fault driver's insurance company. Montana is a fault state, meaning the party that is at fault for your injuries will be the one you call for damage recovery. If you were the victim of a hit-and-run bicycle accident, call your own auto insurance company and find out if you have uninsured/underinsured motorist insurance. If so, this will cover your damages even if police never identify the at-fault driver. Stick only to the facts of the case as you know them during your first conversation with an insurance company. Never admit fault.
The other driver's insurance company will want to get you to settle for as little as possible; or, better yet, deny your claim altogether. The insurance claim adjuster's main goal is not to reimburse you for damages – it's to save the company money. Keep this in mind when discussing your accident with an insurance agent. Don't agree to give a recorded statement and don't say yes to a fast settlement. Instead, take your time and review your case with a lawyer before signing up for a settlement that cannot be changed.
Heenan & Cook, PLLC, can take over your bicycle accident case in Billings no matter how far along you are in the process. Call us the day you get into your crash or after an insurance company has already offered you an initial settlement. We'll jump right in and immediately start protecting your rights. Hiring a lawyer to represent you during bicycle accident claim negotiations can make a big difference in the amount the insurance company offers for your damages. Most insurers will do everything they can to avoid a personal injury trial.
After an injurious bicycle accident, you may be able to settle your claim satisfactorily through the other driver's car insurance company. However, insurance companies typically try to get accident victims to settle for as little as possible, to protect the financial status of the company. In the event of a bicycle accident, injuries can easily be catastrophic and require thousands of dollars in medical costs. Some victims may need to pay for ongoing treatments and rehabilitative therapies.
If the insurance company isn't offering what we believe your case is worth, we can take the claim to court in pursuit of fair compensation. We'll put our resources, connections, and experience to work on your behalf. We'll fight for full reimbursement of your medical bills, pain and suffering, bicycle property damage, and lost wages through all available outlets. It all starts with a FREE personal injury consult in Billings.