For many, the start of a new year signals a time to make some kind of change in their lives and become more like their ideal self. For others, January marks the time to make a different kind of change, one that’s much easier to do: cut your property tax bill. The tax appeal process…
It took no one by surprise when Dubai’s booming bubble burst just after the global recession kicked into gear. The real estate and construction industries, which were among Dubai’s main economic contributors for several years, suddenly found themselves in dire straits. Businesses went bankrupt and expats quickly left before things became unbearable. But that was…
Structured settlements have become a natural part of personal injury and workers’ compensation claims in the United States, according to the National Structured Settlement Trade Association (NSSTA). In 2001, NSSTA life insurance members issued more than $6.05 billion in annuities issued as settlement of bodily injury claims. This represents a 19 percent increase from 2000….
1. Remove sarcasm from your presentation style – don’t tease or embarrass your players. Sarcasm and public displays of criticism are negative. Negativity breeds anger, resentment, and frustration. These emotions and feelings create stress that can lead to injury, illness, and loss, not to mention players, especially young athletes, may never want to play sports…
The debate around mandatory ski helmet use has reignited following a series of high-profile incidents. The two incidents of greatest interest are the death of British actress Natasha Richardson and the jailing of a German politician for the manslaughter of another skier following a collision. The consensus of opinion among the medical profession and ski/snowboard…
Whenever a law enforcement officer uses more force than is necessary to restrain and control an offender, either verbally or physically, he or she has committed a crime considered police brutality. While police brutality has a long history around the world, in the United States today it is not an acceptable procedure. It is the…
Planning for your business succession can be a daunting thought. Unfortunately, many people continue to grow their business without planning for what will happen when they retire or die. Small business owners are particularly hesitant about estate planning because they are overwhelmed with day-to-day operations. Additionally, they are often reluctant to make decisions that may…
The beauty and reverence of a handmade Katana cannot be argued with. Its elegant and specific design has spilled over into film and literature. Known for being able to finish off an enemy with a single blow, Katana swords are one of the most sought-after historical weapons in the world. Katanas, also known as samurai…
One of the most frequently asked questions by adults and children is the origin of the toothbrush. There are various schools of thought as to when the actual toothbrush was created, but it is necessary to look back in time for the earliest evidence of oral hygiene. The Chinese were believed to have created the…
Like it or not, we’re moving into a more automated era in both business and home life, with technology like Amazon’s “Alexa” Echo already becoming part of daily routines. As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to shape and accelerate the way we handle information and process data, this advancement is also leading to increased business efficiency….
