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1) Statute of Limitation
Author:
Joseph Devine
Category:
Legal
If you have been hurt in an accident, it is important to seek legal action quickly. The court system will only accept cases for a certain amount of time after the incident occurs. This is more formally known as a statute of limitations which dictates the period in which legal remedy can be sought. After the period expires, an injured person has no right to seek compensation for damages. Therefore, it is important to be aware of your state's limitations.There are many different statute...
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2) The Five Most Dangerous Toys
Author:
Joseph Devine
Category:
Home and Family
It is a stressful time to be a parent. We are met every morning with troubling stories of crime, pollution, war and drug use. We like to think that our children are at least somewhat sheltered from the dangers of the world, enjoying their innocent games and hobbies. Sadly, we cannot even cling to this belief for long, as new stories are constantly being published about toy recalls and dangerously defective children's products. Here is a list of some of the most dangerous toys ever released.<...
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3) How to Become a Dog Breeder
Author:
Joseph Devine
Category:
Pets
If you are considering becoming a dog breeder, there are a few things that you need to do to make sure that you will be able to sell good breeds to people who may be interested. Becoming a dog breeder is a difficult process if you are not aware of laws that prohibit different types of breeding and selling.Breeding a dog in the Dallas area can be beneficial for anyone who is looking to make a small amount of profit for the dogs that they are working with. Breeding any type of pure bred...
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4) Understanding Rabies
Author:
Joseph Devine
Category:
Pets
If your dog or someone else's pet has been exposed to rabies there are a number of steps that you need to take in order to make sure that you're pet doesn't get sick. You should also make sure that you and your family doesn't get infected by the rabies that you may have been exposed to.One of the first things that you need to do is to make yourself aware of all the details of what rabies is. Rabies is defined as a viral disease in mammals, more commonly in house pets. This rabies dise...
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5) Choosing Between a Rat and a Mouse
Author:
Joseph Devine
Category:
Pets
When looking for the right pet for you and your family, there are many different factors that need to be considered in the process. Owning a small rodent such as a mouse or rat can be a difficult task if you are not prepared for all the responsibilities that go along with each of these pets.The first thing that you must understand is that there is a large difference between a mouse and a rat. You must also realize that each of them require special needs that need to be taken care of....
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6) A Long Life
Author:
Joseph Devine
Category:
Pets
Research has shown many degenerative and chronic diseases in humans are caused by an unhealthy diet, lack of exercise, minimal water, and emotional stress. These items also have an effect on your pet's health. The way you care for your pet along with the veterinarian will have an impact on his lifespan.The best care is preventative. As the owner, you spend the majority of the time with the pet and can notice when he is acting abnormal. That is the time to bring them into the veterinar...
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7) An Overview of Open Adoption
Author:
Joseph Devine
Category:
Home and Family
Because they are considered rather controversial now, many people do not realize that open adoptions were actually very common in the United States prior to the late 19th century. Before a child was adopted, more often than not, the biological parents had some form of contact with the adoptive parents. It is true, however, that the arrangements were not exactly the same as open adoptions are today. In those days, adoption was seen as a social arrangement: the birth parents relinquished respo...
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8) Sushi - It's Sour
Author:
Joseph Devine
Category:
Food and Drink
Sushi in Japan is vinegared rice topped with other ingredients including fish, various meats, and vegetables. Outside of Japan, the term is frequently meant to mean the raw fish itself or any fresh raw-seafood dishes. Sashimi is the sliced raw fish alone.Sushi is the rice component of the food. It is an archaic grammatical form of a word that is no longer used in other contexts. The literal meaning of sushi is "it's sour," a reference to the vinegar present in the rice.There ar...
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9) Overweight Pets
Author:
Joseph Devine
Category:
Pets
While we often think of obesity as effecting only humans, this is simply not true. Animals of all types can become obese if not fed properly and are not given their needed amount of daily exercise. According to recent studies, 50% of all dogs and close to 20% of all cats in the United States are overweight. This statistic is not only alarming, but should also signal a desperate need for owners to better monitor their pet's diet and exercise habits.The extra pounds that these overweigh...
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10) How to Make Your Home Ready For a New Pet
Author:
Joseph Devine
Category:
Pets
Bringing a new pet into your home can be an exciting experience; however, there are many things that need to be done to prepare your house and family for the arrival of a new pet. If there are children in the house, it is important to teach them how to behave around a pet. Make sure they know the rules and responsibilities that will be included with the arrival of a pet. Allowing your children to help with the care of the new animal will help them to become better acquainted with the animal....
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11) Federal Nursing Home Care Reform Act
Author:
Joseph Devine
Category:
Legal
A 1986 study conducted by the Institute of Medicine concluded many residents of nursing homes were being subject to ill treatment. This study fueled the efforts for reforms which became law in 1987. The Nursing Home Reform Act was passed as a portion of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987.The objective of the reforms was to ensure patients received the highest practical care to foster their mental, physical, and psychosocial well-being. The act established a Resident's Bill...
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12) Pet Squirrels Habitats and Lifestyle
Author:
Joseph Devine
Category:
Pets
A wild squirrel prefers to be in the woods because it is easy to find food and nesting material. However, the curious critters also venture to backyards in parks in urban areas. Squirrels tend to nest in hollow tree trunks or branches. The nests are composed of thistledown, moss, dried grass, twigs, feathers, leaves, and shredded bark.If the squirrel lives in captivity, it is best to try to mimic their outdoor environment. The cage should be a minimum of 3 cubic feet per squirrel. Mes...
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13) Native American Bar Association
Author:
Joseph Devine
Category:
Legal
The National Native American Bar Association NNABA serves those that practice Indian law. It exists to champion social, political, cultural, legal issues affecting American Indians, Native Hawaiians, and Alaska Natives. It offers regular, associate, and special memberships.The NNABA represents Indian Nations in addition to individuals. The lawyers are traditionally dual citizens of the United States and their tribal nation. As tribal citizens, the members are responsible for helping t...
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14) Conflict of Interest in the Auction Rate Securities Market
Author:
Joseph Devine
Category:
Finance
Months after the auction rate securities (ARS) market collapsed following a broker-dealer pullout, investors across the United States are still waiting for liquidity to return to investments they once thought were safe places to park their funds. Though some issuers of municipal bonds have made efforts to refinance their debt, holders of student loan backed auction rate securities have only a 99% auction failure rate to look forward to.The story of the ARS market collapse, like many o...
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15) Caring For Your Hamster
Author:
Joseph Devine
Category:
Pets
In the wild, hamsters must travel long distances in search of food. Since they are used to getting a lot of exercise, it is important to care for these needs once in captivity. Exercise wheels are beneficial. For Syrian hamsters, the wheel's diameter should be a minimum of 8 inches. Only use wheels with solid surfaces. Those with rungs present the opportunity for a leg to get caught and break.Chewables are important to help file the incisor teeth. Dog biscuitsor pesticide free twigs f...
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16) Selecting a Boarding Kennel
Author:
Joseph Devine
Category:
Pets
Neighbors and friends do not always have the time and experience to be able to provide proper care for your animal. However, a boarding service will have the professionals who can.By selecting a boarding facility, the pet avoids the stress of the long car or airplane ride. He also will receive more attention than if left home alone. The staff is trained to notice health problems that might occur and can get your pet help. Boarding facilities are also ideal for escape artists as their...
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17) Finding a Hard Money Lender
Author:
Joseph Devine
Category:
Finance
At first, hard money lenders may seem difficult to locate. However, you just need to know the right places to look. Professionals such as accountants, attorneys, and insurance agents have often have clients who are hard money lenders or more generically, private lenders. Especially, if they think they could profit by your endeavors, these professionals often will be eager to refer a source.Settlement attorneys are often very knowledgeable of individuals in the field since they write l...
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18) Pet Ownership in College
Author:
Joseph Devine
Category:
Pets
More and more American college students are becoming pet owners. And while some of them are used to the rigors of pet care, others are starting to realize that their lifestyles are not so pet friendly after all. Due to the extenuating demands of college life, full of exams, term papers, study sessions, and office hours, finding a balance between home life and school life seems a near-impossible task. It can be done, but it requires time, patience, and dedication.The first few years of...
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19) Transporting Hazardous Materials
Author:
Joseph Devine
Category:
Legal
Every day, 18-wheelers and other large trucks transport a large number of goods across the country. While many of the goods they transport are harmless, many others meet the description of a hazardous material. A hazardous materials is a substance or material including a hazardous substance which has been determined by the Secretary of Transportation to be capable of posing an unreasonable risk to health, safety, and property when transported in commerce.Hazardous materials are classi...
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20) Misconceptions in Drunk Driving Accidents
Author:
Joseph Devine
Category:
Legal
Since the failure of Prohibition decades ago, alcohol has become an important, inextricable part of our society. Whether having a casual drink with friends, going out to a nice dinner with a significant other, or yes, bar-hopping on a Friday night, countless Americans consume alcoholic beverages every year. Unfortunately, as many of us know, there is a darker side to alcohol consumption. Drunk driving accidents, for example, claim thousands of lives every year.The reaction to such in...
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