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	<title>frivolous lawsuits</title>
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				<title>Government Help On Health Insurance - Lower Costs!</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 21 Dec 2006 02:27:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>health insurance costs</category><category>health insurance plans</category><category>blue cross and blue shield of north carolina</category><category>bcbsnc</category><category>malpractice insurance</category><category>frivolous lawsuits</category><category>great health</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/government-help-on-health-insurance-lower-costs</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Health insurance costs have been on the rise for a very long time now. Health insurance plans are getting out of reach for many middle class families to afford. The biggest problem with this increase is that salaries have not risen nearly as fast. The only way most families can afford rates like]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+costs" rel="tag">Health insurance costs</a> have been on the rise for a very long time now. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+plans" rel="tag">Health insurance plans</a> are getting out of reach for many middle class families to afford. The biggest problem with this increase is that salaries have not risen nearly as fast. The only way most families can afford rates like this is for both parents to work. However this just causes more visits to the doctor's office, because most of the times the kids have to be put in day care. <br /><br /> If you have kids in day care or know someone that has kids in day care, then you know they are much more likely to get sick than kids that are not in day care. The reason kids get sick more often in day care is that they are around a bunch of kids that they can catch an illness from. Many people have tried to develop new ways to lower health insurance costs, but they have not worked very well so far. I believe that the only way that health insurance costs can be lowered is with the help of the federal government. <br /><br /> I think the largest problem with health insurance costs today is the higher insurance costs that hospitals must pay for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/malpractice+insurance" rel="tag">malpractice insurance</a>. The burden of these larger costs is then placed on the patients that visit the hospital. The malpractice insurance costs are high because of the many <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/frivolous+lawsuits" rel="tag">frivolous lawsuits</a> that are filed every year in America. <br /><br /> I believe that the federal government needs to get involved to place limits on the amount of money that can be won in these lawsuits, because this will slow down people who might want to sue for no reason. In turn this will allow malpractice insurance costs to be lowered, and also allow health insurance costs to go down as well. I do not think that these things will happen on there own, so I believe the only way health insurance costs will become more reasonable is if the federal government gets involved.   <bio>Visit <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bcbsnc" rel="tag">BCBSNC</a> - <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/blue+cross+and+blue+shield+of+north+carolina" rel="tag">Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina</a> for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/great+health" rel="tag">great health</a> insurance: <a href="http://www.ibdinsurance.com/" >http://www.ibdinsurance.com/</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Copyright Infringement Lawsuits Affect Individuals And Businesses</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jul 2007 14:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>copyright infringement</category><category>infringement lawsuits</category><category>infringement lawsuit</category><category>universal music group</category><category>email</category><category>youtube</category><category>ebay</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/copyright-infringement-lawsuits-affect-individuals-and-businesses</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ A copyright infringement lawsuit can occur for any number of reasons: someone using a song in a podcast or radio program, a writer "borrowing" information from another work, copying video or mp3 off the Internet without permission (or sometimes, even to another CD or DVD). Copyright infringement]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ A <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/copyright+infringement" rel="tag">copyright infringement</a> lawsuit can occur for any number of reasons: someone using a song in a podcast or radio program, a writer "borrowing" information from another work, copying video or mp3 off the Internet without permission (or sometimes, even to another CD or DVD). Copyright <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/infringement+lawsuits" rel="tag"><a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/infringement+lawsuit" rel="tag">infringement lawsuit</a>s</a> are not generally brought to the average person, unless they're downloading a LOT of music or movies, but usually for large operations: software pirates reselling goods on <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/ebay" rel="tag">eBay</a> or to some other unsuspecting victim, someone "sampling" a song to make another, or maybe a person reselling mp3s online. <br /><br /> When you understand the implications of it, copyright infringement lawsuits aren't frivolous as some people think. For the most part, the average person's familiarity with a copyright infringement lawsuit is taking down copyrighted material after receiving a nasty <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/email" rel="tag">email</a>. <br /><br /> If you use works from record albums by major recording stars (like Britney Spears or 50 Cent) to make a different recording as your own, then you can be sued for copyright infringement. Usually these suits will be lost because it's rather hard to prove inspiration, but they are rather costly and draining, especially if there isn't a large backing legal team. <br /><br /> Copyright infringement lawsuits for large enterprises can be costly and time consuming. If you work for someone, and you plagiarize someone on the company blog, the whole company can be sued, and you can be fired, for that infraction. Another large copyright infringement lawsuit is the eminent MySpace v. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/universal+music+group" rel="tag">Universal Music Group</a>, who is claiming that MySpace is knowingly committing copyright infringement by allowing users to upload copyrighted material. Even then, Universal Music Group has been negotiating with MySpace and couldn't come to an agreement -- then they filed suit. <br /><br /> Universal Music Group has an agreement with <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/youtube" rel="tag">YouTube</a>, where YouTube agrees to follow Universal's rules. It's worked out well thus far, and I think with an agreement in place "user created content" will retain a destination on the Internet. <br /><br /> This is a testament we all need to be with social networking sites and `user created content.' We need to watch ourselves, because many times we may not realize the veracity of our actions. <br /><br /> Sometimes, people break copyright laws on purpose. There is a huge market for pirated software -- from Windows to Photoshop to The Sims. It's very easy to share peer-to-peer, and because of that, people can resell pirated copies for a high price -- all profit. Or they'll download MP3 and resell them; or eBooks. People who resell these items get nasty penalties -- with both copyright infringement lawsuits and criminal cases. They'll pay a hefty fine and go to jail. <br /><br /> Copyright infringement lawsuits can affect any one of us -- from our friends on MySpace to our employer, to the computer geek down the street. It's easy to violate copyrights, and you have to watch yourself. The chances are good that you won't be involved in a major copyright infringement lawsuit, but you still need to ensure you're following copyright laws. <br /><br /> Copyright infringement lawsuits are important to determine what is, and isn't, applicable to copyright laws. Because of these lawsuits, our laws have changed regarding Fair Use, Internet use, and the Electronic Frontier Foundation and CreativeCommons.com. The lawsuits help us to understand what is, and what isn't fair -- and these organizations have helped the masses to understand what's so important about copyright, and why we need to defend our freedom of speech.   <bio>Brian Scott is a freelance journalist who covers copyright law for <a href="http://www.ResearchCopyright.com" >http://www.ResearchCopyright.com</a>. Download his free e-book, "Copyright Basics" at <a href="http://ResearchCopyright.com" >http://ResearchCopyright.com</a>.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Health Insurance: How We Can Make It Better</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Oct 2006 02:27:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>health insurance companies</category><category>health insurance problems</category><category>doctor health</category><category>cause health</category><category>doctors office</category><category>malpractice lawsuits</category><category>malpractice insurance</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/health-insurance-how-we-can-make-it-better</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[You almost have to take out a loan to pay for health insurance these days. Even if your company pays for half or more of your premium, a premium for a family still runs at least two to three hundred dollars a month. This is ridiculous, especially for people that do not visit the doctor very often.]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[You almost have to take out a loan to pay for health insurance these days. Even if your company pays for half or more of your premium, a premium for a family still runs at least two to three hundred dollars a month. This is ridiculous, especially for people that do not visit the doctor very often. However, everyone is worried that if they do not have health insurance, then they will need it and they will not be able to get the help that they need, or they will get substandard healthcare because they do not have insurance. Many factors have surfaced over the years that <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cause+health" rel="tag">cause health</a> insurance to continue to stay on the rise. <br /><br /> One of the major problems that cause health insurance to continue to rise is the amount of frivolous <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/malpractice+lawsuits" rel="tag">malpractice lawsuits</a> that are filed against doctors every year. Even if a doctor does not do anything wrong, they still have to pay the court costs, which usually are paid for out of their <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/malpractice+insurance" rel="tag">malpractice insurance</a>. And if a doctor does make a mistake they can pay ten's of millions of dollars in damages. All of this causes doctor's to pay more for malpractice insurance, which translates into higher costs to their patient's so they can continue to survive. One of the best ideas I have heard to help combat this problem, is legislature that puts a cap on monetary awards that are awarded for punitive damages in these lawsuits. Anything over the cap will be given to the state to help pay for schools, roads, and other things for the community. This will slow people down who want to sue just to get rich quick, but will still allow people to sue if a wrong has truly been committed. <br /><br /> Another major problem that causes <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+problems" rel="tag">health insurance problems</a> is the ability of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+insurance+companies" rel="tag">health insurance companies</a> to get out of paying the full amount requested by a doctor. Health insurance companies rarely pay half of what a doctor's office requests, so the doctor's office usually has to eat the lost costs. This causes doctor's offices to raise their prices to help shoulder the burden of these lost profits. An easy solution would be to implement some kind of regulations that would allow doctor's offices to collect the full amount for a visit. These regulations would force health insurance companies to pay the amount that doctor's charge, thus lowering the prices of doctor's visits for all of their patients.   <bio>You may not be able to transform the insurance industry today (and neither can we, unfortunately) but you CAN visit NC Health Insurance to get the best insurance for your money! <a href="http://www.ibdinsurance.com/" >http://www.ibdinsurance.com/</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>South Florida Accidents Lawyers Solve The Cases With Authority</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 21 Sep 2007 02:30:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>personal injury lawsuits</category><category>florida personal injury attorney</category><category>topics ranging from</category><category>strict liability</category><category>medical malpractice</category><category>personal injuries</category><category>car accidents</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/south-florida-accidents-lawyers-solve-the-cases-with-authority</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Dealing with the life people may experience numbers of incidents. All of them do not carry rejoice. Personal injuries are like this type of the incident. With the personal injuries people get overwhelmed and search for the good South Florida accident lawyers to suggest him the way of filing the]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Dealing with the life people may experience numbers of incidents. All of them do not carry rejoice. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/personal+injuries" rel="tag">Personal injuries</a> are like this type of the incident. With the personal injuries people get overwhelmed and search for the good South Florida accident lawyers to suggest him the way of filing the lawsuit. <br /><br /> A <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/florida+personal+injury+attorney" rel="tag">Florida personal injury Attorney</a> is usually experienced in a wide variety of personal injury topics, ranging from automobile accidents and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/medical+malpractice" rel="tag">medical malpractice</a> to drug litigation and defective products. <br /><br /> Florida Car Accident Attorney often works on a contingent basis, acquiring no fees unless a recovery is made in a case. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/personal+injury+lawsuits" rel="tag">Personal injury lawsuits</a> are filed by the victim of a personal injury against the liable party in order to seek compensation for damages. Personal injury lawsuits can be brought against a party for negligence, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/strict+liability" rel="tag">strict liability</a> or intentional wrongs. <br /><br /> A party can be charged in personal injury lawsuits for negligence if they failed to Personal injury lawsuits can be brought under a variety of circumstances with the suggestion of the Florida Injury Lawyers. Personal injury lawsuits can be filed for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/car+accidents" rel="tag">car accidents</a>, work injury, drug injury, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, slip and fall injury, exposure to toxic materials, dog bite injury, and in cases of wrongful death prevent injury. <br /><br /> In personal injury lawsuits, a victim seeks compensation for the injuries they have suffered. Compensation can include medical expenses, disability or deformity, loss of income and pain and suffering. <br /><br /> Most personal injury lawsuits can be settled out of the court system through negotiations with an adjuster from the defendant andapposes insurance company. If negotiations cannot be reached in this manner, a complaint of Law can be filed in the appropriate civil court. <br /><br /> The laws regarding personal injury lawsuits in each state are different. All states have a statute of limitations which places a time restriction on when personal injury lawsuits can be filed. <br /><br /> In personal injury lawsuits, finding a suitable Florida Accident Lawyer is an important question. It is a good idea to get referrals from your friends and acquaintances; asking doctors involved in medical malpractice cases are also good options. Another good way of finding a competent attorney is to refer to the internet lawyer directory. <br /><br /> If you suffered an injury unnecessarily, seek the help of a personal injury lawyer. No matter what type of personal injury case, such as automobile accident, medical malpractice, drug litigation or defective products, a personal injury lawyer will work for you on a contingent basis, never demanding fees unless the case is won and compensation due.   <bio>Don't pay until you win your case. <a href="http://www.booneanddavis.com" >http://www.booneanddavis.com</a> guaratnee offering for over 25 years. More <a href="http://www.networklawyers.net" >http://www.networklawyers.net</a> advice and tips for your case.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Can Nevada Corporations Protect Your Assets?</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 22 Aug 2006 08:27:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>lawyers</category><category>lawsuits</category><category>financial privacy</category><category>asset protection</category><category>nice</category><category>exponentially</category><category>federal government</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/can-nevada-corporations-protect-your-assets</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Did you know that in the USA there are considerably more lawsuits than anywhere else? Here are afew interesting facts:  1. Nine out of ten lawsuits filed in the world are filed in the United States.  2. We have over 800,000 lawyers in the U.S. That is 4 times more than all other lawyers in the]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Did you know that in the USA there are considerably more <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/lawsuits" rel="tag">lawsuits</a> than anywhere else? Here are afew interesting facts: <br /><br /> 1. Nine out of ten lawsuits filed in the world are filed in the United States. <br /><br /> 2. We have over 800,000 <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/lawyers" rel="tag">lawyers</a> in the U.S. That is 4 times more than all other lawyers in the world. <br /><br /> 3. If you own a business or are in a profession, you stand a one in three chance of being sued this year. <br /><br /> Is there any wonder, then, why so many lawsuits are filed? Ask yourself this question: how do many lawyers make money? Answer: by suing those of you who have something to lose. <br /><br /> So think about what you have to lose. Answer this question: do you have a home, stocks or bonds? How about mutual funds or an annuity? Maybe you won the state lottery or have a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/nice" rel="tag">nice</a> car or motor home? Or maybe grandma's nice inheritance. Whatever you may have, it's at risk if you get sued. <br /><br /> But lawyers aren't the only ones who can control your destiny. <br /><br /> Did you know that the powers of the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/federal+government" rel="tag">Federal government</a> have increased <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/exponentially" rel="tag">exponentially</a>? This has resulted in the destruction and destruction of your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/financial+privacy" rel="tag">financial privacy</a>. <br /><br /> The best way to control this power grab by the attorneys and the government is to restore the privacy that was granted to you in the U.S. Bill or Rights. These rights were fought for and plenty of blood was spilled for them. Remember, use them or lose them. <br /><br /> So do your homework and make sure you're protected from being sued. A Nevada corporation may be just the thing for you. And with the resources of the internet, you should have no problem finding some help. But first make sure you understand what you are buying. There is also plenty of bad advice out there. And, who knows, you might actually find a lawyer who knows what he's talking about when it comes to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/asset+protection" rel="tag">asset protection</a>.  <bio>Yvonne Volante, the author, is a big fan of protecting assets and writes for assetprotectionnv.com, which is the premier asset protection resource on the internet. You can see all of the articles over at <a href="http://www.assetprotectionnv.com" >http://www.assetprotectionnv.com</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Find A Solid Rental Lease.</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 25 May 2007 04:14:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>landlord tenant disputes</category><category>fortunately</category><category>courtroom battle</category><category>leases</category><category>rental lease</category><category>choice draft</category><category>adequate protection</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/find-a-solid-rental-lease</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ If you are going to be a landlord, I strongly advise having a well-prepared lease. A good lease will solidify the verbal agreement and important criteria between the landlord and the tenant. It will also be your strongest ally should a dispute arise between you and your tenant. A properly entered]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ If you are going to be a landlord, I strongly advise having a well-prepared lease. A good lease will solidify the verbal agreement and important criteria between the landlord and the tenant. It will also be your strongest ally should a dispute arise between you and your tenant. A properly entered lease will go farther in solving landlord/tenant disputes than any other document you have. In 99 percent of the cases, it is your first weapon in a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/courtroom+battle" rel="tag">courtroom battle</a>. <br /><br /> Finding a lease. <br /><br /> So once you understand what a lease is, the next question becomes, "Where does one find a good <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/rental+lease" rel="tag">rental lease</a>?" <br /><br /> That's an excellent question. One in fact, that I was having trouble solving for the scope of my book, How to Find That Quality Tenant. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/fortunately" rel="tag">Fortunately</a>, as I wrote the chapter on <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/leases" rel="tag">leases</a>, I was determined not to let the problem stop me from helping you find or develop a good lease. Therefore, let's begin with me telling you how you go about finding a lease that best fits your needs. As far as I am concerned there are basically three ways. I'll list each of them along with the advantages and disadvantages associated with each choice. <br /><br /> Draft your own. (Should you choose to do this, read my article on the contents of a lease available on the articles page at <a href="http://www.findthatqualitytenant.com" >http://www.findthatqualitytenant.com</a> to better understand what should be in a lease) <br /><br /> The advantage: it is cheap. <br /><br /> The disadvantage: you could make some costly legal mistakes by not having enough information or the wrong information in your lease. <br /><br /> If you choose to draft a lease yourself, there are books you can purchase that will walk you through the process, although I cannot say how well they work, because I have personally never tried to draft my own lease. <br /><br /> You can pick one up at an office supply store. <br /><br /> Advantage: It is easy to do. <br /><br /> Disadvantage: It could be too general to offer <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/adequate+protection" rel="tag">adequate protection</a>. When you need a lease right now, these store-bought leases can do the trick since they are so easy to find. They are cheap and simple but will offer the least amount of protection out of the three lease options. <br /><br /> You could have a real estate lawyer draft you a lease. <br /><br /> Advantage: It is tailor fit, offering you the best overall protection. <br /><br /> Disadvantage: It is more costly, although not nearly as costly as a poorly drafted lease followed by a tenant dispute. <br /><br /> As you can probably guess by that last comment, I recommend using a real estate lawyer to draft a lease. They know the laws for your state, county, and locale, and have a good idea which landlord/tenant disputes are most likely to trip you up. Let their expertise and past experiences work to your advantage. <br /><br /> In addition, when you are a landlord, you have at least some financial net worth; definitely more than your tenants will have. This automatically makes you prone to frivolous lawsuits and unwarranted demands by those tenants. <br /><br /> A properly drafted lease will offer maximum custom protection against many of the possible lawsuits and demands landlords are exposed to. Therefore, I would advise you to have a lawyer draft your lease and to do it from the time you put that first tenant in your first rental. <br /><br /> I know money can be extremely tight when you are first entering your landlording career, but I highly recommend using a lawyer from the beginning for this reason. If you draft your own lease or use a store-bought one and you have reasonable success with it for a couple of tenants, you could be lulled into a false sense of security. When you reach this point, you will never pay a professional to draft a lease for you until you end up with a legal dispute, which may of course, be too late. <br /><br /> Take my recommendation and spend the money initially on a lawyer structured lease. <br /><br /> (I am not a lawyer; therefore, if you have any legal concerns with anything in this article, please contact the appropriate legal counsel).   <bio>Don Conrad is author of the book, "How to Find That Quality Tenant". His book and his website (<a href="http://www.findthatqualitytenant.com" >http://www.findthatqualitytenant.com</a>) are dedicated to improving the landlords tenant selection process. On this website you will find educational articles, valuable links, real estate related forms, and more.  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Leadership Learning: The Real Costs Of Not Doing</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Jun 2006 21:32:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>saving money</category><category>leadership</category><category>front line leaders</category><category>hr directors</category><category>oxford university</category><category>opportunity cost</category><category>frontline</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/leadership-learning-the-real-costs-of-not-doing</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[A report from the Said Business School at Oxford University in the UK found that British businesses and public sector organizations are wasting almost $140 million on executive education programs that are poorly conceived and delivered.  The study went on to say that 35 per cent of HR directors and]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[A report from the Said Business School at <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/oxford+university" rel="tag">Oxford University</a> in the UK found that British businesses and public sector organizations are wasting almost $140 million on executive education programs that are poorly conceived and delivered. <br /><br /> The study went on to say that 35 per cent of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/hr+directors" rel="tag">HR directors</a> and 21 per cent of other executives believed that their current training and development programs were meeting corporate strategic objectives. The bulk of the money was being spent on individually developed courses for senior executives. <br /><br /> If those businesses want to quit wasting all that money on bad management training, I know where they can get their moneys worth. And it doesn't have anything to do with having more academics design special courses, events, and outings for senior staff. <br /><br /> Here's a novel idea folks. Why not spend your money on <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/leadership" rel="tag">leadership</a> training and development down in the trenches, where it will really do some good? <br /><br /> Most companies don't do nearly enough of that. In 2003, just 7 percent of training budgets in the US were spent on first line leaders and most of that was for learning administrivia and for prophylactic HR. <br /><br /> The fact is that <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/front+line+leaders" rel="tag">front line leaders</a> don't get much training at all and precious little of it is actually about leadership skills. Maybe that's because companies think they're <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/saving+money" rel="tag">saving money</a> by not investing in front line leader training. <br /><br /> True, there's no budget line item absorbing funds that might be spent on the executive dining room, or art for the CEO's office. But there are what economists call "<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/opportunity+cost" rel="tag">opportunity cost</a>s," the costs of not training front line leaders. <br /><br /> There's the opportunity cost of lost productivity. Good <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/frontline" rel="tag">frontline</a> leadership builds both morale and profitability. <br /><br /> There's the opportunity cost of lost leadership. Great companies develop most of their own leaders. If you have to go outside for leadership you incur recruitment costs and transition costs. <br /><br /> Finally, there's the cost of lawsuits. Good frontline leadership creates organizations where lawsuits are less likely. And, ff the company is sued over a supervision issue, defense will be easier if the leaders have been doing their jobs. <br /><br /> How about your company? Do you develop your own leaders? Do you help them develop the skills they need to improve morale and productivity and avoid lawsuits? Think about that the next time you consider the training budget.   <bio>Wally Bock is an author, speaker, consultant and coach who helps leaders improve the performance and morale of their teams. Wally's latest book is Performance Talk: The One-on-One Part of Leadership (<a href="http://www.performancetalk.com">http://www.performancetalk.com</a>). Find tips and resources about leadership at the Three Star Leadership site (<a href="http://www.threestarleadership.com">http://www.threestarleadership.com</a>). </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Accident Lawyers Play A Pivotal Roll In Our Legal System</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Feb 2008 04:20:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>personal injury attorneys</category><category>plaintiff lawyers</category><category>contingency fee</category><category>legal paperwork</category><category>unsavory reputation</category><category>accident lawyers</category><category>financial obligation</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/accident-lawyers-play-a-pivotal-roll-in-our-legal-system</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ We have all seen the commercials on television. The attorney appears on the screen and asks if you have been injured in a car accident, or a slip-and-fall accident, or in countless other scenarios where your injury could be worthy of financial compensation. To many, this tactic appears uncouth,]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ We have all seen the commercials on television. The attorney appears on the screen and asks if you have been injured in a car accident, or a slip-and-fall accident, or in countless other scenarios where your injury could be worthy of financial compensation. To many, this tactic appears uncouth, and its widespread use is one of the reasons that <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/accident+lawyers" rel="tag">accident lawyers</a> often suffer from an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/unsavory+reputation" rel="tag">unsavory reputation</a>. However, if you are among the unfortunate individuals who have been injured due to the negligence of another party, accident lawyers can be your only ally when seeking compensation for your damages or injuries. <br /><br /> Accident lawyers =96 also known as <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/personal+injury+attorneys" rel="tag">personal injury attorneys</a>, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/plaintiff+lawyers" rel="tag">plaintiff lawyers</a>, and trial lawyers =96 provide legal representation to parties who have been =96 or claim to have been =96 physically or psychologically injured due to the negligence or wrongdoing of another party. Accident lawyers specialize in tort law, which is a form of civil law that deals with relationships between individuals and/or organizations. In contrast, criminal law involves individuals and/or organizations and the State. When one party has injured another party, accident lawyers are there to help the injured party receive appropriate compensation for their ordeal. <br /><br /> When accident lawyers are hired to represent their clients they assume several responsibilities on their behalf. While adhering to a strict code of ethics, accident lawyers must carefully examine the potential case and weigh its merits before filing a lawsuit. If the case has merit, then the accident lawyers will file complaints, make arguments in court, draft <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/legal+paperwork" rel="tag">legal paperwork</a>, and research their client's case so that they can best represent their interests. <br /><br /> Accident lawyers are compensated in several different ways, although a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/contingency+fee" rel="tag">contingency fee</a> is the most common. A contingency fee is an agreement where the client has no <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/financial+obligation" rel="tag">financial obligation</a> to the attorney until the case is successfully resolved. Upon settlement, the attorney will then keep a portion of the money as compensation. Other less common forms of compensation for accident lawyers are flat fees =96 a set amount regardless of the outcome, retainers =96 money paid before representation takes place, and hourly rates =96 where the client is billed for each hour that is dedicated to their case. <br /><br /> In today's society, accident lawyers are an oft maligned group. They are blamed for frivolous lawsuits and escalating health care costs, among other things. While those charges have merit in some instances, one should not conclude that accident lawyers are not an important component of our legal system. Accident lawyers are the individual's last line of defense from further damage as a result of an accident or negligence. Sadly, we need accident lawyers after we have already been wronged, but with their competent representation we can not only receive just compensation, but the damages collected from negligent parties act as a deterrent from continuing to act in an irresponsible way in the future. In short; accident lawyers help prevent accidents as well.   <bio>For easy to understand, in depth information about accident lawyers visit our ezGuide 2 <a href="http://lawyer.ezguide2.com" >http://lawyer.ezguide2.com</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Supplement Regulating - Is It A Good Idea?</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 25 Apr 2006 20:50:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>senator dick durbin</category><category>dietary supplements industry</category><category>congress</category><category>health related</category><category>nutritional supplement industry</category><category>frivolous lawsuits</category><category>a piece of steak</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/supplement-regulating-is-it-a-good-idea</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Under the Adverse Event Reporting (AER) bill before Congress, dietary supplements could eventually be taken off the over-the-counter status. In this day of offhand and frivolous lawsuits, Congress is poised to pass legislation that would allow private citizens to sue the supplement manufacturers,]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[Under the Adverse Event Reporting (AER) bill before <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/congress" rel="tag">Congress</a>, dietary supplements could eventually be taken off the over-the-counter status. In this day of offhand and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/frivolous+lawsuits" rel="tag">frivolous lawsuits</a>, Congress is poised to pass legislation that would allow private citizens to sue the supplement manufacturers, and possibly the marketplaces as well, for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/health+related" rel="tag">health related</a> issues allegedly caused or aggravated by dietary supplements. Industry reporting of "adverse events" in a very formal way would also be a part of this package, much more complicated and detailed than that of the present requirements. The industry and the distributor could be held responsible in a court of law for the use or abuse of these supplements. This is akin to suing the butcher because I choked on <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/a+piece+of+steak" rel="tag">a piece of steak</a>, or maybe suing my barber because I'm not on the cover of G.Q. magazine. Ridiculous! <br /><br /> Given the circumstances of the proposed legislation, it may be fair to say that the parties responsible in bringing this issue out into the public and legislator spotlight are misguided, misinformed and ignorant. They fail to see the big picture, and the big picture is that the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/nutritional+supplement+industry" rel="tag">nutritional supplement industry</a> will possibly be decimated with the passage of this bill. Along with Congress' arrogant "bull in a china shop" attitude toward "protecting" the private sector, they are on course to remove our freedom of choice in health-related matters. Another real danger here is that the legislators are apt to accept the currently proposed AER bill because certain entities (<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/senator+dick+durbin" rel="tag">Senator Dick Durbin</a>) have threatened to re-introduce the issue upon defeat and include increasingly damaging restrictions to affect the industry. This is not about our protection. It is really about obtaining votes from an uninformed public by politicizing a nonexistent danger. <br /><br /> The AER bill before Congress is not a new issue. A very similar bill was defeated before the California Assembly in August of 2004. Many of the aforementioned reasons logically came into debate at that time. Wisely, the bill was seen for what it really is and was soundly turned away. The recent reasoning in Washington is that State-by-State regulating of nutritional supplements is practically non-existent, and when given the opportunity, as in California in 2004, "small-time" lawmakers from these States will completely botch the chance to adequately "protect" the average clueless consumer from this "real danger". <br /><br /> Despite the resistance from Robert Brackett, director of the Center for Food Safety and Nutrition (CFSAN) at the Food and Drug Administration, Washington presses on. Mr. Brackett stated, in so many words, that there is existing and sufficient regulatory authority already in place through the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA). He further stated through testifying before Congress that the current administration has no plans to change current policy. He believes in the rights of the private citizen to make their own informed health choices when it comes to supplements. <br /><br /> The general manager for NSF International, Kathleen Jordan, testified at the same hearing before Congressional lawmakers that the development of the Dietary Supplement Certification Program speaks volumes for informing and allowing consumers adequate protection from the unregulated sale of supplements. The non-profit and non-government organization is leading the way in sane and fair ideas like the recently developed NSF/ANSI Standard 173, which ensures proper nutrient count and identification of contents. On one point, everyone seems to be in agreement. That is, tighter control of anabolic steroids that were once contained in products marketed as "sports supplements". The misuse of the term "supplement" in this case is one of the reasons that people are confused on the difference between dangerous substances like steroids and harmless nutrient supplements like vitamins, minerals and herbs. <br /><br /> Most people who take vitamins and supplements are on their self-imposed schedule that is usually based on the recommended daily allowance (RDA). I take vitamins and supplements every day and the amounts I take are based on the RDA, and the recommendations of my physician. In other words, I have supplements in my system all the time, as I routinely stay on schedule with this. If I were to believe that RDAs of vitamins, minerals and herbs would adversely affect my health in any way, I would stop taking them immediately. Many people that hear of this bill before Congress are going to believe that a real danger does exist just because it is at issue. Others, who inevitably experience failing health in one form or another, will also remember that a dietary supplement debate raged on for years. <br /><br /> If the outcome of the legislation is to allow frivolous lawsuits to ensue, they will surface, even if the supplements have absolutely nothing to do with their ills. The eventual outcome, sadly, is predictable. Every ailment known to man will be blamed on these harmless supplements, the industry will be forced to regulate in order to protect their bottom line, and you won't be able to get dietary supplements without a prescription from your MD. When you then drive to your local drug store and are forced to pay hundreds of dollars for mere dietary supplements, remember that you had this one chance to voice your opinion by writing, calling or emailing your Senator or Congressman. <br /><br /> Fax Senator Dick Durbin at 202-228-0400, Fax Senators Tom Harkin at 202-224-9369 and Orrin Hatch at 202-224-6331Fax Senator Michael Enzi, Chairman of the Senate Subcommittee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions, at 202-228-0359. Tell them that you demand the freedom to make your own health related and nutritional supplements decisions. The truth is this: The AER bill is wrong! It is wrong for the private citizen and it is wrong to the dietary supplement industry. It is wrong for America!   <bio>This article was written by VitaNet® Health Foods at <a href="<a href="http://vitanetonline.com/">http://vitanetonline.com/.</a>"><a href="http://vitanetonline.com/">http://vitanetonline.com/.</a>.</a>. VitaNet strives to bring you the highest quality vitamins and herbs available on the market today. Browse our wide selection of discount supplements, vitamins and herbs. Reproductions of this article must include a link pointing to <a href="<a href="http://vitanetonline.com/">http://vitanetonline.com/.</a>"><a href="http://vitanetonline.com/">http://vitanetonline.com/.</a>.</a>. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Download Legal Free Music For Ipod</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 21 Aug 2007 22:25:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>free ipod downloads</category><category>ipod</category><category>ipods</category><category>lawsuits filed</category><category>riaa</category><category>free music</category><category>fortunately</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/download-legal-free-music-for-ipod</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Many websites have been popping up that promise you can download legal free music for ipods. But is it true?  Well, I have to tell you that you can find many songs on the web that are free to download. But the downloads from these sites are most certainly illegal and you could find yourself in a]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Many websites have been popping up that promise you can download legal <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/free+music" rel="tag">free music</a> for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/ipod" rel="tag">ipod</a>s. But is it true? <br /><br /> Well, I have to tell you that you can find many songs on the web that are free to download. But the downloads from these sites are most certainly illegal and you could find yourself in a lot of hot water if you download them. <br /><br /> I'm sure you've heard of the thousands of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/lawsuits+filed" rel="tag">lawsuits filed</a> by the Recording Industry Association of America (<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/riaa" rel="tag">RIAA</a>) against people who downloaded copyrighted songs or movies to their computer or ipod. These people have been forced to pay thousands of dollars in fines just because they wanted to grab a few songs for free. <br /><br /> You don't want to end up in court over some silly song do you? <br /><br /> <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/fortunately" rel="tag">Fortunately</a>, there is a way to download legal free music for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/ipods" rel="tag">ipods</a>. Well, almost free. <br /><br /> A paid membership site lets you download as many songs and videos your ipod can hold for just one small fee. That's a lot better than paying 99 cents for every song you want to download from other sites. <br /><br /> Think about it. The typical paid membership site charges around $39 for a lifetime membership which includes unlimited downloads. You could easily find and download 500 of your favorite songs while still only paying $39. <br /><br /> Compare that to other sites that charge per song. Five hundred songs at 99 cents each would cost you $495! Ouch! <br /><br /> It's obvious that a paid membership site is a much better deal. <br /><br /> Plus, they have a massive selection of music in every genre you could name, they offer technical assistance if you have a hard time downloading a song, and you can download free legal music for ipods with a clear conscience and no fear of lawsuits and legal bills. <br /><br /> If you're downloading <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/free+ipod+downloads" rel="tag">free ipod downloads</a>, you may be breaking the law and you could face serious fines or even jail time. Is it worth the risk? Instead join a membership site that charges one small fee for all the downloads you can handle.   <bio>Written by Mike Collins. To download 1000's of songs to your ipod free and legally, check out <a href="http://www.download-zone.info" >http://www.download-zone.info</a> download legal free music for ipod  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Understanding Hunting Leases</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 22 Aug 2007 14:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>hunting leases</category><category>agreements</category><category>this means that</category><category>understand that they</category><category>conversely</category><category>private lands</category><category>landowners</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/understanding-hunting-leases</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ If you have been thinking of using hunting leases for your next hunting trip you should spend a few minutes getting to know what they are and why they are used. If you are an old pro at this, you already know how important it is that you understand the agreement before signing it. If you are new]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ If you have been thinking of using <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/hunting+leases" rel="tag">hunting leases</a> for your next hunting trip you should spend a few minutes getting to know what they are and why they are used. If you are an old pro at this, you already know how important it is that you understand the agreement before signing it. If you are new to this, you will find some interesting tips in this article. <br /><br /> The vast majority of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/landowners" rel="tag">landowners</a> are now using hunting leases as a way of allowing hunters onto their <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/private+lands" rel="tag">private lands</a> without having to assume too much personal risk. These <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/agreements" rel="tag">agreements</a> are a way of protecting themselves and their property, and you should not be surprised if you are asked to sign one before being allowed to hunt on private lands. But what are these agreements and what should you know about them before signing one? <br /><br /> It is important that you understand the agreement is a legal and binding contract between you and the landowner. <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/this+means+that" rel="tag">This means that</a> hunting leases and the agreements that go with them will hold up in court if problems arise and the landowner decides to suit you. <br /><br /> You should also <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/understand+that+they" rel="tag">understand that they</a> are flexible. All hunting leases agreements can vary as the landowner wishes. He or she can put just about anything within reason into these agreements. This is why it is imperative that you read any hunting leases agreements that you are presented with before you sign them. You may be surprised at how many hunters simply skim over the document and then affix their signatures. You should always remember that what might have been in the agreement last year may not be there now, and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/conversely" rel="tag">conversely</a>, what was not there last time might be present today. <br /><br /> If you have any questions about hunting leases that you are present with you should ask the landowner for clarification. It is important that you do this, and the more detailed the agreement the more questions you will probably have. <br /><br /> You should keep in mind that landowners are using hunting leases and protection agreements more often now because they do not want to face lawsuits and they do not want to risk property damage that they cannot be compensated for should actual damages occur that you may be responsible for. They are also using them to avoid lawsuits should anyone in the hunting party be injured or killed. <br /><br /> Generally, hunting leases are reasonable and the conditions are acceptable to most hunters. Even so, you should understand that once you sign it you are essentially signing a legal contract. In many, if not most, cases the landowner may require all of the members of the party to sign the document. <br /><br /> Again, if there is something in hunting leases that you do not understand ask the landowner to explain it to you before you sign the document.   <bio>Feel free to browse our Online Hunting guides: <a href="http://www.huntingclubonline.com/leases" >http://www.huntingclubonline.com/leases</a> and unlock your free report `Plan the perfect hunting trip'   </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>What Everyone Needs To Know About Workers Compensation</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2008 23:15:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>offshore factories</category><category>small business owner</category><category>employee signs</category><category>small business owners</category><category>work environments</category><category>mandatory program</category><category>compensation program</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-everyone-needs-to-know-about-workers-compensation</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ If you're getting into small business entrepreneurship for the first time, you'll need to know the ins and outs of the Worker's Compensation program. This program is available and mandatory for most businesses to carry in the event that one of their workers is hurt on the job. In these instances,]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ If you're getting into small business entrepreneurship for the first time, you'll need to know the ins and outs of the Worker's <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/compensation+program" rel="tag">Compensation program</a>. This program is available and mandatory for most businesses to carry in the event that one of their workers is hurt on the job. In these instances, it falls to the business to pay the medical bills, and without Worker's Compensation, just one incident could be enough to sink a new company. The Worker's Compensation insurance not only covers the cost of trips to the hospital, but follow up doctor's appointments, prescription drugs, and even surgeries that may be called for in the event of an accident. Though Worker's Compensation can be costly, it is there to protect the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/small+business+owner" rel="tag">small business owner</a> from lawsuits. If an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/employee+signs" rel="tag">employee signs</a> on with Worker's Comp (which you should provide and make mandatory for all your workers), he essentially waives his right to bring legal action in the event of an accident. <br /><br /> The Worker's Compensation program was started in the early years of the twentieth century when work related lawsuits were getting out of hand. Enormous settlements, far exceeding what was required for medical expense, were being handed out as punishments to companies for failing to provide safe <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/work+environments" rel="tag">work environments</a>. Not only was this disastrous for small businessmen, but it usually resulted in workers being fired and even blacklisted in some instances from the industries they used to make a living. <br /><br /> Of course, the current system of Worker's Compensation has more than its share of detractors. These people argue that the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/mandatory+program" rel="tag">mandatory program</a> provides another reason for larger corporations to outsource much of their work to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/offshore+factories" rel="tag">offshore factories</a> in order to avoid both the chances for lawsuits and the program's premiums. Others argue that these corporations will find reasons anywhere to hire cheap labor from other countries, and the Worker's Comp reason is just another excuse. On the other hand, even <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/small+business+owners" rel="tag">small business owners</a> have their problems with the system, and some of them argue that the premiums are too high and make it difficult for new businesses to hire a workforce at a reasonable salary. <br /><br /> There are also increased movements toward privatizing Worker's Compensation, rather than having it available through the government. Already a couple of states have adopted private funds for Worker's Compensation insurance, which has lowered the cost of premiums and given in turn better care for the workers themselves. While some insist that a program this important should be left in the hands of the state governments, others disagree, pointing to examples where competition based insurance programs provide the best of both worlds to both employees and businesses. <br /><br /> Whether the future provides for a continuation of the trend in privatization or a full scale reform of the system as a government program, Worker's Compensation is not going anywhere. If you are starting your own business, familiarize yourself with the requirements for your district and state and make sure to budget accordingly. There are sometimes differing levels of insurance depending on inspections of your workplace and the nature of your business, so take advantage of any programs you can use to keep costs low.   <bio>Gerald Sherwood is the owner of this article to learn more about this topic visit <a href="http://www.PluginProfitsite.com/main_20663" >http://www.PluginProfitsite.com/main_20663</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Ali G: Good, Bad, Or...</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 13 Dec 2006 16:27:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>ali g</category><category>sacha baron cohen</category><category>european mtv</category><category>mtv award</category><category>20th century fox</category><category>gained notoriety</category><category>hbo</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/ali-g-good-bad-or</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Ali G is becoming a name more and more people are aware of. Debuting in 1998, this is a fictional character that is comically portrayed in movies and shows on the cable network HBO. The character of Ali G is played by the comedian Sacha Baron Cohen. The bold humor of this character is often]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/ali+g" rel="tag">Ali G</a> is becoming a name more and more people are aware of. Debuting in 1998, this is a fictional character that is comically portrayed in movies and shows on the cable network <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/hbo" rel="tag">HBO</a>. The character of Ali G is played by the comedian <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/sacha+baron+cohen" rel="tag">Sacha Baron Cohen</a>. The bold humor of this character is often controversial as it explores political arenas and often creates humor at the expense of identified groups including women, Jews, Gays, Christians, and Politicians. The character of Ali G is a gang member who resides with his grandmother in what can be referred to a ghetto area. <br /><br /> Ali G has <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/gained+notoriety" rel="tag">gained notoriety</a> in the music world as well. Featured as the limo driver in a Madonna video and recording an album with Shaggy exposed this character to a younger demographic. This fictional character was also the host of the 2001 <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/european+mtv" rel="tag">European MTV</a> award show. Many sports fans got a glimpse of Ali G during the ads he was in for the 2005/2006 season of the NBA. <br /><br /> With the recent release of the movie, Borat, the character of Ali G is finding himself in the fire of a heated debate among those who enjoy the humor of the character and those who feel this character has pushed the envelop far enough. Human rights groups are angry over the antics in this new film, believing they promote stereotyping and lead to labeling of groups. <br /><br /> In an interesting twist, many individuals who were interviewed for the mock documentary movie Borat are filing lawsuits. They claim their responses are being used in a different context than they were given, leading to their families, friends, and even employers viewing them as racists. The movie was released under <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/20th+century+fox" rel="tag">20th Century Fox</a>, who comments that there is no foundation for anyone to file a claim, and that all participants in the film did so voluntarily. <br /><br /> The persona of Ali G continues to have many faces from providing humorous entertainment, exploring the music world, being a controversial figure, and being under fire from human rights activists and possible lawsuits. The future of this character should prove to be quite interesting for those who take the time to follow it.  <bio>Check out our Ali G Videos at <a href="http://www.aligvideos.com/" >http://www.aligvideos.com/</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Limit Your Liability To Protect Your Assets</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 13 Jul 2006 04:27:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>adequate insurance coverage</category><category>insurance company</category><category>income tax</category><category>bankrupt</category><category>extra</category><category>business coverage</category><category>insurance investigators</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/limit-your-liability-to-protect-your-assets</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[If your business runs into serious difficulty, will it bring you down too? For example, what if one of your employees got involved in a serious car accident while working for you? Will the resulting lawsuit bankrupt you personally?  Here are just a few ways of protecting yourself against]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[If your business runs into serious difficulty, will it bring you down too? For example, what if one of your employees got involved in a serious car accident while working for you? Will the resulting lawsuit <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bankrupt" rel="tag">bankrupt</a> you personally? <br /><br /> Here are just a few ways of protecting yourself against catastrophic losses and lawsuits. <br /><br /> 1. Obtain <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/adequate+insurance+coverage" rel="tag">Adequate Insurance Coverage</a> <br /><br /> If someone slips on the sidewalk of your home and injures himself, he could sue you for damages. Your tenant`s or homeowner`s policy may cover you for liability in such an event. <br /><br /> However, what if it is your customer who falls on his way to visiting your home-based business? You will need an <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/extra" rel="tag">extra</a> rider on your house insurance to cover such incidental business use. The extra charge for this additional coverage is well worth it.  If you use a car for business use, insure it for such. Some people think that they are being clever writing off automobile expenses for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/income+tax" rel="tag">income tax</a> purposes but at the same time not informing the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/insurance+company" rel="tag">insurance company</a> that the car is being used for business. <br /><br /> This is false economy. If you ever get into an accident, police and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/insurance+investigators" rel="tag">insurance investigators</a> will certainly find out that you used the vehicle for business purposes. If you`re not paying for <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/business+coverage" rel="tag">business coverage</a>, why would the insurance company cover your claim? <br /><br /> As well, what do you think an income tax auditor would think of your claimed business expenses on the vehicle when your insurance policy indicates personal coverage only? Avoid this additional exposure to tax liability. <br /><br /> Be sure to obtain required workers` compensation coverage. Some have been held responsible for all the medical and other expenses of an injured worker, as well as fines for non-compliance to the law. These costs can be quite substantial and even bankrupt you. <br /><br /> Consider obtaining product liability insurance. This applies not just for any products you manufacture but also for products you sell that are made by others. <br /><br /> 2. Incorporate Your Business <br /><br /> Insurance may give you some protection against loss. However, you may suffer business losses and lawsuits that may not be covered by your insurance fully. What then? <br /><br /> An extra level of protection can be obtained by forming your own corporation. Even though incorporating yourself will result in extra paperwork and costs, it could be the best insurance you ever bought. <br /><br /> This is because the corporation is a seperate legal entity or person. Even though you may own the corporation, if the corporation operates the business, it is the corporation that will be sued or suffer loss. <br /><br /> If, for example, the corporation had severe business losses resulting in debts that could not be repaid, the corporation would be insolvent. You, as a shareholder, would lose your investment in the company but would generally not be responsible for any of its debts. Thus, you would not have to sell your home or other personal assets to cover the corporation`s liabilities. <br /><br /> On the other hand, there are cases where directors of a corporation can be held responsible for liabilities if they didn`t act responsibly. You can`t hide behind a corporation, commit criminal acts and expect to escape accountability. <br /><br /> 3. Protect Yourself With Legal Agreements <br /><br /> Properly drafted written agreements can protect you in many ways. First of all, they can sometimes prevent misunderstandings that can lead to legal problems. Secondly, they may limit your exposure to lawsuits and losses. <br /><br /> Contracts can limit your exposure to liability by including provisions restricting the scope of your work and responsibility, having disputes handled by arbitration rather than through the Courts, and specifying that the maximum damages payable shall not exceed the amount of the contract. <br /><br /> A special area to watch out for is the Internet. There are many laws that impact on websites including matters affecting children, privacy, earnings claims, and unsolicited e-mail (andquot;spamandquot;). Certain agreements and notices on your website may help to protect you. <br /><br /> Protect yourself from catastrophic losses and lawsuits. Take steps today to protect your assets by limiting your exposure to liability.  <bio>J. Stephen Pope, President of Pope Consulting Inc., has been helping clients to earn maximum business profits for over twenty-five years. For profitable Work at Home Small Business Ideas, <a href="http://www.yenommarketinginc.com/" >http://www.yenommarketinginc.com/</a> To see how you can profit from incorporating yourself, visit: <a href="http://www.yenommarketinginc.com/incorporation.html" >http://www.yenommarketinginc.com/incorporation.html</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Common iPhone Complaints</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2008 07:15:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>apple iphone</category><category>cellular phone networks</category><category>class action lawsuits</category><category>feature apple</category><category>battery feature</category><category>revolutionary innovation</category><category>screen browser</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/common-iphone-complaints</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ The hype surrounding the launch of the iPhone has given it great attention. We should not be surprised that the actual product did not live up to publicity for some people. Many people are complaining about how the iPhone did not meet their expectations. Surprisingly, within weeks of the launching]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ The hype surrounding the launch of the iPhone has given it great attention. We should not be surprised that the actual product did not live up to publicity for some people. Many people are complaining about how the iPhone did not meet their expectations. Surprisingly, within weeks of the launching Apple has already been bombarded with iPhone complaints and some first <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/class+action+lawsuits" rel="tag">class action lawsuits</a>. <br /><br /> With the brand new product, users have reported that there are bugs and deficiencies in the iPhone. The lack of memory expansion slot to increase the basic memory, the low call and speaker phone volume, slow download speeds on ATandT network, short battery life between charges and problems with text messaging are just a few of the iPhone complaints. <br /><br /> More iPhone complaints are that the browser does not save passwords, or synchronize passwords from the big-<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/screen+browser" rel="tag">screen browser</a>, he Mac RSS can not display aggregated feeds the way Safari can on a Mac, the inboxes in the email are not aggregated as they are in Apple Mail and that the iPhone has no search tools which is useful for finding music or contacts. <br /><br /> Iphone Complaints Regarding Battery <br /><br /> One of the lawsuits involves the iPhone battery. The iPhone battery is sealed in the unit and soldered on the inside of the device so it cannot be changed by the owner. The common iPhone complaints centered on the fact that this was not established before the release. Users wanted to be informed beforehand of this built in <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/battery+feature" rel="tag">battery feature</a>. <br /><br /> Apple had proudly stated that <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/apple+iphone" rel="tag">Apple iPhone</a> will be a monumental interface just like the iPod wheel and have distinctly touted its touch screen feature as <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/revolutionary+innovation" rel="tag">revolutionary innovation</a>. Most common iPhone complaints are about the touch screen being hampered by the use of gloves because the screen only reacts to human skin. <br /><br /> Some iPhone complaints are about its exclusivity to ATandT. Any individual will incur several thousands worth of call charges for calling local people using other <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/cellular+phone+networks" rel="tag">cellular phone networks</a> as well as calling abroad. The exclusive use of iPhone for ATandT is also one of the iPhone complaints since ATandT is said to have less coverage and not as great service compared to other cellular phone companies. <br /><br /> Your perception to the iPhone may have been biased due to the media hype that its release has generated. The growing number of iPhone complaints might just turn some people of from buying it. Although, many of the iPhone complaints have been dealt by Apple accordingly, the idea that such and innovative device could have so many errors is daunting. <a href="http://www.the-iphone.biz" >http://www.the-iphone.biz</a>   <bio><a href="http://www.the-iphone.biz" >http://www.the-iphone.biz</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Online Business And Domain Name Disputes</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 26 Nov 2007 14:30:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>consumer protection act</category><category>domain names</category><category>domain name</category><category>relationship</category><category>anticybersquatting consumer protection act</category><category>pertaining</category><category>jurisdiction</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/online-business-and-domain-name-disputes</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Disputes over domain names can be a part of online business. When a dispute over a domain name occurs you can always turn to the courts. Although courts have the authority to award control over domain names, don't expect a quick resolution. As usually, courts act slowly. Therefore, many businesses]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Disputes over <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/domain+names" rel="tag"><a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/domain+name" rel="tag">domain name</a>s</a> can be a part of online business. When a dispute over a domain name occurs you can always turn to the courts. Although courts have the authority to award control over domain names, don't expect a quick resolution. As usually, courts act slowly. Therefore, many businesses avoid the courts and turned to the name registrars for help. <br /><br /> Companies that do bring a court action must be prepared to spend a significant amount of money on legal fees. Your company is going to have to prove in court why a domain name needs to be transferred to another business. <br /><br /> In reaction to strong lobbying from trademark owners and famous individuals, Congress passed the Anticybersquatting <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/consumer+protection+act" rel="tag">Consumer Protection Act</a> in November of 1999. This act made it easier for individuals and companies to take over domain names that are confusingly similar to their names or valid trademarks. To do so, however, they must establish that the domain name holder acted in bad faith. <br /><br /> Web Site Terms of Use <br /><br /> From a legal standpoint, it is important to have a "Terms of Use" page on every business web site that describes the terms and conditions that govern the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/relationship" rel="tag">relationship</a> between the visitor of the website and its publisher. Properly written "Terms of Use" can be an invaluable tool in protecting your businesses from misunderstanding, frivolous lawsuits, and crippling legal exposure. <br /><br /> Terms of Use pages contain similar content, but there is no one size fits all solution. Each online business has a unique relationship with its customers that must be considered in its "Terms of Use". <br /><br /> Common Elements Of Terms Of Use <br /><br /> Choice of Forum - Choice of Forum provisions permit the parties to a contract to choose, with some limitations, the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/jurisdiction" rel="tag">jurisdiction</a> in which any disputes <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/pertaining" rel="tag">pertaining</a> to their relationship are resolved. In many cases, a web site's Terms of Use purports to require any legal action pertaining to the web site to be brought in the jurisdiction in which the online business is located that may be very inconvenient for a distant customer. <br /><br /> Choice of Law - Choice of Law provisions permit the parties to a contract to select, with some limitations, which particular jurisdiction's laws will be applicable to their relationship. Usually, a web site's Terms of Use will apply the law of: (1) the jurisdiction whose laws are most favorable to the publisher; (2) the jurisdiction in which the publisher is physically located; or (3) the jurisdiction whose laws are most familiar to the attorney who drafted the contract. <br /><br /> Limitation of Liability - These provisions allow one or both parties to place certain limitations on their liability for breaching the agreement of the parties. Properly drafted, Limitation of Liability provisions can cap a party's legal liability for certain conduct. <br /><br /> Indemnification - Indemnification provisions permit a party to shift the burden associated with an projected loss to the other party. In many cases, a web site's Terms of Use require the visitor of a web site to indemnify the web site's publisher toward any losses associated with the use of the web site's content. <br /><br /> Attorneys' Fees and Costs - In general, a party is required to pay his own legal fees and expenses, win or lose. Nevertheless, parties to a contract may, with some limitations, require that a party who loses in a legal action brought pursuant to the agreement pay the attorneys' fees and costs sustained by the prevailing party. <br /><br /> Your Terms of Use is one of the most important content created for your Web site; therefore, it is advisable to have an attorney look it over prior to posting. A well drafted Terms of Use contract can reduce your legal exposure while a poorly written one can increase your liability.   <bio>George Meszaros with Webene <a href="http://www.webene.com" >http://www.webene.com</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Lawyers And Lawsuits 101</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 05 Jun 2006 18:32:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>lawyers</category><category>attorneys</category><category>lawyer</category><category>free legal aid</category><category>finance industry</category><category>legal expertise</category><category>legal situations</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/lawyers-and-lawsuits-101</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[It's common sense at most times to decide whether lawyers and attorneys are needed. For crimes charges, lawsuits, and other court matters, it is almost second nature to us to call a lawyer. Other than these, most people would come up blank if asked for situations where lawyers are needed.  Other]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[It's common sense at most times to decide whether <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/lawyer" rel="tag">lawyer</a>s" rel="tag">lawyers</a> and <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/attorneys" rel="tag">attorneys</a> are needed. For crimes charges, lawsuits, and other court matters, it is almost second nature to us to call a lawyer. Other than these, most people would come up blank if asked for situations where lawyers are needed. <br /><br /> Other than court purpose, lawyers and attorneys attend to other matters depending on their expertise. There are lawyers who chose to master international laws, corporate laws, and those who practice in court. However, before hiring lawyers, several considerations must be looked into. The seriousness of the offense or matter is the primary question that should be answered. Parking tickets don't need an attorney's attention unless in cases of repeated offenses. Tax offenses, financial settlements, and real estate purchases are events that require the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/legal+expertise" rel="tag">legal expertise</a> of a lawyer. As a general rule, all matters that endanger or could threaten your financial interest and legal rights must be brought to the attention of a lawyer. <br /><br /> Despite the bad rep and all the flak lawyers and attorneys seem to be getting everywhere, consulting one is your best move especially in <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/legal+situations" rel="tag">legal situations</a> you're not able to fix alone. Unsure of hiring an attorney's services? You may check other organizations that offer legal aid. Most companies have consumer care departments which resolve consumer complaints. If problem arises from industries such as finance or banking, it would be good to seek the attention of the agency that regularizes the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/finance+industry" rel="tag">finance industry</a>. Civil and Human Rights advocacy groups also provide <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/free+legal+aid" rel="tag">free legal aid</a> and information. <br /><br /> However, some situations demand the attention of a lawyer as stated in our general rule. In general, it is advisable to consult lawyers and attorneys ASAP. The length of time it took you to take legal action might even be used against you in court. It's also a good thing if you are clear about your objectives in getting legal service. Whether you desire to be re-employed by your former employer, get your neighbor to keep off your property, or convict the person who endangered your life, be clear about it. This will give your lawyer a better perspective to prepare your case. It wouldn't hurt to compare lawyer rates. However, be sure not to divulge too much of your problem on lawyers that you wouldn't get. One of them might be the lawyer the other party hires. Be objective and have your lawyer assess your chances, the expenses, and the time it would take to resolve it. Be wary because you might be spending more on your lawyer and the case than what you would gain if you win.   <bio>For more valuable information on Lawyers and Attorneys see <a href="http://www.contactlawyers.com">http://www.contactlawyers.com</a> </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>Pesonal Injury Accidents</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2006 02:27:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>personal injury accident</category><category>personal injury accidents</category><category>personal injury lawyers</category><category>product liability claims</category><category>bet</category><category>norvell</category><category>personal injuries</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/pesonal-injury-accidents</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Personal injury accidents are on the rise. It's estimated that every year more than 90,000 people in the United States die due to personal injuries and even more are injured, but must live with the painful effects of their injury for many years.  However, many families don't realize that they may]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[<a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/personal+injury+accident" rel="tag">Personal injury accident</a>s are on the rise. It's estimated that every year more than 90,000 people in the United States die due to <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/personal+injuries" rel="tag">personal injuries</a> and even more are injured, but must live with the painful effects of their injury for many years. <br /><br /> However, many families don't realize that they may be due just compensation under the law for their injuries. Other families are grieving in the midst of a loss and don't realize they may also be due just compensation for the personal injury accident that took their loved one from them. <br /><br /> If you or a member of your family has been the victim of a personal injury accident, you need experienced, competent, and reliable <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/personal+injury+lawyers" rel="tag">personal injury lawyers</a>. If your family resides in the Greater West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Broward, and Martin County areas, then your obvious choice is the law firm of <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/norvell" rel="tag">Norvell</a> and Harvey. Always just a phone call away, the dedicated team at Norvel and Harvey are ready to take on your personal injury accident case to protect your rights and make sure you receive the full and fair compensation due to you under the law. <br /><br /> How do you know if you've been a victim of a personal injury accident? Personal injuries can occur from the use of dangerous or defective products. Manufacturers and companies that allow dangerous products to be on the market and readily available to the consumer are held accountable under the law. Norvell and Harvey are experienced at filing <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/product+liability+claims" rel="tag">product liability claims</a> on your behalf to make sure you receive fair and just compensation for your injury. <br /><br /> If an animal has attacked you, then you have been a victim of personal injury and are entitled to receive compensation for your damages. Norvell and Harvey can help you ferret out who the owner of the animal is and what their potential liability is. A team of lawyers familiar with animal attacks and recovering damages is your best <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bet" rel="tag">bet</a>. Even if you think you may have been partially to blame for your injury, consulting a personal injury attorney is a good idea. <br /><br /> Wrongful death lawsuits are based on the premise that one person has died due to the negligence or liability of another person, a product, or a company policy. Regardless of the cause, an attorney at Norvell and Harvey can make sure the families' rights are protected. In wrongful death lawsuits, the beneficiaries of the deceased, dependents, or relatives bring charges against the person or company they feel is responsible for the untimely death and seek monetary compensation for their loss. <br /><br /> Regardless of the type of personal injury accident you or your loved one has experienced, you shouldn't have to suffer without compensation. The law offers protection to people so that when personal injury occurs they can seek recompense for their damages, losses, and the potential problems they have to live with for the rest of their lives due to a personal injury accident. Being comfortable with the team of attorneys who can sort through all the nitty gritty legal rules and guidelines for you is important, especially when you are experiencing a loss and emotions may be raw. <br /><br /> Norvell and Harvey can be that comfort for you. With many years of experience in handling personal injury accident claims between them, the law firm of Norvell and Harvey can offer you peace of mind while you are suffering from personal or family loss. The attorneys at Norvell and Harvey are well known in both county and state circuits for their exceptional professionalism and caring attention to detail. It is no surprise that their services are so sought after by victims of personal injury. <br /><br /> Remember, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/personal+injury+accidents" rel="tag">personal injury accidents</a> are on the rise. It's estimated that every year more than 90,000 people in the United States die due to personal injuries and even more are injured. If you are the victim of a personal injury accident, there is only one team to call for help, Norvell and Harvey.   <bio>Reese Harvey is part of the team at <a href="http://www.Norvell-Harvey.com" >http://www.Norvell-Harvey.com</a> . Norvell-Harvey has been handling Personal Injury lawsuits in Florida for generations. </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>The Power Of Post Bankruptcy Cleanup</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2007 03:30:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<category>discharged bankruptcy</category><category>bankruptcy discharged</category><category>bankruptcy case</category><category>credit reporting agencies</category><category>fair credit reporting act</category><category>credit reporting act</category><category>fair credit reporting</category>		<guid>http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-power-of-post-bankruptcy-cleanup</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[ Have you had a bankruptcy discharged? Chances are that you still have derogatory information lingering on your credit report. This is not necessary. Credit repair expert Jim Kemish discusses the benefits of a post-bankruptcy cleanup.  Your Post Bankruptcy Credit Report  Have you had a bankruptcy]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ Have you had a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bankruptcy+discharged" rel="tag">bankruptcy discharged</a>? Chances are that you still have derogatory information lingering on your credit report. This is not necessary. Credit repair expert Jim Kemish discusses the benefits of a post-bankruptcy cleanup. <br /><br /> Your Post Bankruptcy Credit Report <br /><br /> Have you had a bankruptcy discharged? If you are like the vast majority of our post-bankruptcy customers you still have damaging derogatory information lingering on your credit report. This is not necessary. Once your bankruptcy is behind you it is time to take action. The law and the credit bureaus (believe it or not) are on your side. Take advantage of the opportunity. An intelligent effort will pay significant dividends. <br /><br /> The Post Bankruptcy Cleanup <br /><br /> Most people don't realize that the derogatory information associated with each of the discharged items can be removed by the credit bureaus upon request. This includes late payments that occurred on the discharged accounts, charge off and collection status notices, and past due balances. This information has an enormous impact on your credit scores. It is your right to have it removed. On the other hand, a public record of your <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/discharged+bankruptcy" rel="tag">discharged bankruptcy</a> will appear on your report for many years, but has relatively little impact on your credit. <br /><br /> The Life Span of a Bankruptcy <br /><br /> Once you have had a bankruptcy discharged a line item will appear in the Public Records section of your credit report. This single line item will include your filing and discharge dates, and is likely to linger for the full duration allowed by law. This reporting period will vary based on the type of bankruptcy that you elected. The <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/fair+credit+reporting+act" rel="tag">Fair <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+reporting+act" rel="tag">Credit Reporting Act</a></a>, also known as the FACT Act is the specific law that controls credit reporting (see section 605). The law states that <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/credit+reporting+agencies" rel="tag">credit reporting agencies</a> must cease reporting of Chapter 7 bankruptcies ten years after the date the <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/bankruptcy+case" rel="tag">bankruptcy case</a> is filed. Chapter 13 bankruptcies are treated differently and must be removed from your credit after 7 years. <br /><br /> The Two Year Effect <br /><br /> This single line item should not concern you! The presence of a bankruptcy on your credit report means little or nothing after two years have elapsed. This might surprise you. Many of the people that we speak to are under the false impression that after a bankruptcy you are destined to have bad credit for many years to come. This should not be the case. If you make the effort to clean up and rebuild your credit after your bankruptcy you should suffer little or no ongoing impact. <br /><br /> Planning for a Mortgage <br /><br /> In the credit repair business we are often contacted by people that would like to get their credit in shape for a potential mortgage application. This is very smart. You do not need any unnecessary derogatory items on your report when you are applying for a mortgage. As a matter of potential interest, Fannie-Mae offers its lowest interest rate mortgage programs to borrowers two years after a bankruptcy discharge (subject to other qualification of course). The real issue that plagues consumers is not the bankruptcy, but the unnecessary lingering derogatory items on the discharged accounts. <br /><br /> Credit Bureaus Can Be Stubborn <br /><br /> In spite of the fact that the credit bureaus are required to comply with a request to remove prior derogatory information they are typically slow to cooperate. A bankruptcy attorney will often submit a request to the bureaus to remove derogatory information. The majority of these requests are ignored or only partially completed. And so, in a terribly large number of cases old information will linger for up to seven years depressing the consumers credit score and making it impossible for them to get credit. <br /><br /> What to Do <br /><br /> Anyone who has attempted credit repair on their own is aware that the experience of dealing with the credit bureaus can be frustrating. An effective post bankruptcy cleanup can be done if you are just a little bit patient. Would you like some advice? I suggest that you keep your communications as terse as possible. Many people succumb to the temptation to tell their story to the credit bureaus. Do not ever, ever, ever include an explanation of your credit issues. <br /><br /> Minimize Your Communication <br /><br /> The people who work for the credit bureaus and process these requests are allowed to disregard your request if they feel that it is frivolous. I know that there would be nothing frivolous about your personal story. But every single extra bit of information that the clerk has to get through before they get to the essential documentation increases the possibility that you will get thrown in the "frivolous" category. Keep your communication to an absolute minimum. They will appreciate it and you will be rewarded with success. <br /><br /> Copyright =A9 2007 James W. Kemish. All Content. All Rights Reserved.   <bio>Jim Kemish is the president of Sky Blue Credit Repair Services a national credit repair business established in 1989. For more great information visit Sky Blue at <a href="http://www.skybluecredit.com" >http://www.skybluecredit.com</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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				<title>How To Make $200,000 Or More From My Mistake</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Great leaders study the lives of other great leaders.  Great generals study the battles of the past and learn how to develop new strategies, and utilize old tactics that worked, to wage warfare on the battlefields of today.  Great business people study the transactions and lives of other great]]></description>
    <content:encoded><![CDATA[ <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/great+leaders" rel="tag">Great leaders</a> study the lives of other great leaders. <br /><br /> Great generals study the battles of the past and learn how to develop new strategies, and utilize old tactics that worked, to wage warfare on the battlefields of today. <br /><br /> Great business people study the transactions and lives of other great business people before them. <br /><br /> One of the keys here is to learn from others mistakes. <br /><br /> This lesson is WORTH at least $200,000.00 to you. <br /><br /> Read on. <br /><br /> As a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/real+estate+investor" rel="tag">real estate investor</a>, you ARE in business for yourself. To be true to your business, you need to have EVERYTHING in writing. I'm not saying to not trust anybody, but be sure that ANYTHING and EVERYTHING you agree to is in writing. <br /><br /> (94% of the worlds <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/lawsuits" rel="tag">lawsuits</a> originate from the United States, on average, each American will be sued 5 times in their lifetime. 1 of those lawsuits will be successful and wipe them out of everything they own?) - <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/jj+childers" rel="tag">JJ Childers</a>, <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/asset+protection+attorney" rel="tag">Asset Protection Attorney</a> <br /><br /> Scary news, isn't it? <br /><br /> By not getting one sentence down on paper which I'd agreed to with another investor, I lost $25,000.00 CASH in 10 days. <br /><br /> Worse than that, I also lost three properties that ended up being worth more than $100,000 of their original value not 30 days later. That was a $125,000.00 lesson. My partner and I trusted what the other investor said, and then he took us to the cleaners. <br /><br /> It would've been a completely different story if we had one simple sentence down to protect ourselves. Bottom line, be sure to have everything that's said and agreed to down on paper, and signed by you, them, and notarized by a <a href="http://www.artwoo.com/tag/notary+of+public" rel="tag">Notary of Public</a> or Attorney. On a final note, Investors from around the world who have read this article of mine months ago are putting it to good use, and now seeing higher revenues with proper protection. <br /><br /> What's more, I'm going to let you in on a little secret. <br /><br /> Because these investors are using an amazingly simple yet powerful new web platform to click their way to wealth by trading real estate online as easy as stocks. They're doing this from their computer - in the time it takes to drink a latte. By donating $1.00 to charity today, you can setup your 7-Day Free Trial to find more deals, with bigger profits, and no hassles beginning right now at <a href="http://www.INSTANTRealEstateSolutions.com/" >http://www.INSTANTRealEstateSolutions.com/</a> <br /><br /> By the way, I know for a fact that this is a limited time offer and subject to change very soon. So, I'd strongly recommend taking advantage of it right now =96 besides, you've got nothing to lose and everything to gain. <br /><br /> Cheers,  Brad Wozny   <bio>Brad Wozny is a full time real estate developer, entrepreneur, producer, and investment trainer. Visit us at <a href="http://www.INSTANTRealEstateSolutions.com/" >http://www.INSTANTRealEstateSolutions.com/</a>  </bio>]]></content:encoded>
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