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Under Perens’ definition, open source describes a broad general type of software license that makes source code available to the general public with relaxed or non-existent copyright restrictions. The principles, as stated, say absolutely nothing about trademark or patent use and require absolutely no cooperation to ensure that any common audit or release regime applies to any derived works. It is an explicit “feature” of open source that it may put no restrictions on the use or distribution by any organization or user. It forbids this, in principle, to guarantee continued access to derived works even by the major original contributors. (Wikipedia, 2009)
By this definition and in so many words, open-source means free. By eliminating the costs associated with licenses, this only leaves the costs of development. If you have a skilled and honest developer, he/she will be able to fill you in on the open-source tools that they use regularly.
Always mention to your developer that you’d like to know if there are any open-source tools available to help achieve your goals. This will give you the advantage of lower costs and could save a lot of time. If your developer isn’t willing to offer open-source solutions or doesn’t know how to use any of them, steer clear! Having an arsenal of open-source tools readily available ensures that the developer is diverse in knowledge and is really trying to give the client the best bang for their buck. Here are a few examples of open-source solutions that could save you time and money:
Open Lazlo is a great new way to create Flash-like animations on a budget. It is an open-source software that developers can download and use. Open Lazlo facilitates such projects as animations, custom video/media players, games, image galleries, etc.
Example:
www.brabendercox.com- This site features an interactive, customized media player as the header on the home page. Incorporating Open Lazlo saved the programmer a lot of time and Brabender Cox a lot of money, and achieved exactly the same result as if the more expensive and time consuming option (Flash) had been used.
Drupal is an open-source content management system. Content management systems are set up to help non-technical people manage the text and images of their Web sites. There are proprietary solutions for content management as well, like NuContent, however some people find open-source CMS solutions more suitable due to the flexibility of design modules that enable Web site owners to have different features. One reason that Drupal could be a good solution for your Web site is that no programming is required, meaning that a good Web developer can integrate this software with little or no programming knowledge, thereby keeping the cost lower. One disadvantage of using a software like Drupal is that there isn’t as much control over the design elements of the site versus a more custom, proprietary solution like NuContent. A good Web design firm should be able to steer you in the right direction, based on your individual needs and budget.
Blender is a free open-source 3D content creation software. Blender.org has a large community of developers all over the globe that constantly update and add how-to’s to the site. Many use Blender for 3D character animation and video production. Finding a reputable Web design firm that is familiar with Blender could save you time and money by creating animations, characters, and other interactive projects on a significantly lower budget.
J-Query is a Javascript library that helps developers save time by being able to create items like event systems, image galleries, animations, and many other interactive features for Web sites. A community of developers is constantly adding to the plethora of applications that jQuery can do. Another great advantage of open-source is that everyone contributes to the development, which generally results in high quality, effective software.
PHPList is an open-source newsletter list manager. Unlike some of its more expensive counterparts, PHPList is available to download on the Web for free and is easy to integrate into any Web site. With tracking and the ability to send attachments this is a highly valuable free solution.
If you are interested in any of these open source applications, ask your Web developer to fill you in. If they are not sure about them, each solution has its own site and articles on the Web. You might also be giving your developer a tip! The more you know about the open-source technologies that are out there, the more savvy Web site shopper you will become.
If you know that there are ways to save money, it doesn’t hurt to mention them to any of the prospective Web design/programming companies you are interviewing for Web site work. If the firm you are considering tries to discourage you from using open-source, there is a good possibility you will end up paying a premium for your site. Look elsewhere. In this economy you should find a Web design and programming firm that will work with you to achieve your goals in the most cost-effective way while still providing a high quality end result.
Find a Web design/programming company whose developers have a constant thirst for knowledge – developers that are always riding the latest techno-wave. If you find a Web design firm like this you will find progammers/developers that are passionate about their work and are not just doing it for the money. If you find that you will rarely be disappointed and you will rarely overpay.
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Divorces are time-consuming, emotionally taxing, and often
unnecessarily expensive. However, the following tips may help
the amount of time you need to spend on your matter, which, in
turn, may cut down on your costs when working with your divorce lawyer.
Ask your lawyer before “helping” her or him Sometimes, your best
intentions turn out to be very bad ideas. For instance, many
people try to record their spouse’s telephone conversations with
third parties, or they try to hide income. These actions may
lead to more work on the attorney’s part and that will increase
attorney’s fees. There are many other examples of how people
have tried to “help,” while only making the situation worse. The
important thing to remember is – always ask your divorce lawyer
first.
Keep your cool Most couples would not even consider a divorce if
their relationship were not already a volatile one. The actual
legal process of a divorce often exacerbates the situation and
sometimes pushes one or the other spouse even closer to the edge
of reason. This is when people smash vases, flatten tires, and
burn clothes… Not only does the property itself cost you money,
but such behavior makes the entire process more time-consuming,
and therefore even more expensive. Even something like changing
the locks without a court order can add hours of work to your divorce attorney’s
schedule and you will pay for that in the long run. Take a deep
breath, and remember that you are hurting yourself financially
and emotionally by losing your temper.
Collect records and keep track Find and organize receipts for
recent purchases. Avoid spending more than usual. Proving what
you have or have not spent can make a big difference in your divorce settlement.
Keep track of who picks up your children from school and who
attends their events and activities, as this may be useful in
custody cases. Every divorce case is different, so be sure to
ask your lawyer what records you should create and keep.
Promptly do what your divorce attorney asks Every time your
lawyer has to call and remind you to get those receipts or
documents, that’s a little extra addition to your bill. If your
lawyer is forced to get the records elsewhere, your bill can
grow unnecessarily.
Prepare for telephone calls Rather than calling your attorney’s
office five separate times with five different questions each
day, make a list throughout the day and call to ask all of your
questions at once. This saves time and money for everyone, and
will allow your divorce lawyer to serve you better.
Your divorce attorney is not a therapist Most people involved in
a divorce will have a lot on their minds. In many cases, your
divorce lawyer will know more about your situation than even
your family and friends know. This may tempt you to discuss the
emotional side of your divorce with your attorney. Depending on
how much your attorney charges, this might be more expensive
than seeing a therapist, who would also be better qualified to
assist you emotionally. If you just need to vent, calling family
and friends is probably the way to go.
Tell the truth Your divorce lawyer may ask you some personal or
embarrassing questions, or you might be stashing away some money
on the side. Regardless of your reasons, it is never wise to
lie, hide or manipulate the truth when speaking to your
attorney. If something pops up later that should have been known
from the start, it could end up costing more than just your
pride.
How much will a divorce cost? Marital dissolution is like
removing a piece of tape from your skin; the slower you go, the
more painful it gets. When asked how much a divorce will cost,
New Jersey divorce
attorney, Karen
Meislik said, “The answer is up to you. Divorce attorneys
work on an hourly basis. If you and your spouse can work out
some of your issues and limit the scope of your disagreements,
your divorce will be less costly”.
Now that you know how to keep the time and costs to a minimum
while getting a divorce, you can concentrate on more important
things – like your health and emotional well-being.
This content does not constitute a client-attorney relationship
in any way. It is not meant to be used as professional legal
advice. If you require advice about divorce proceedings, please
contact a divorce attorney
More and more consumers are gravitating to products that are personalized or can be customized for their individual tastes. They love the feeling that they are buying something unique that allows them to stand out in the crowd.
The consumer research trend company, Trend Watching, has written about the shift to one-of-a-kind products. In a recent online newsletter, their editors write, “No longer do consumers want to be like the Joneses, the Mullers or the Li’s. When individuality rules and conformity is frowned upon, owning something no one else has is hot.”
Applying this concept to the mass consumer market, Trend Watching goes on to write that buyers are looking to be masters of their own “Youniverse.”
Emphasis on the You.
Along these same lines, from the Oct. 27, 2008 issue of U.S. News and World Report, the publication describes the consumer market as it shifts from mass to unique. They coined the word “Meconomy” to describe this new trend.
Emphasis on the Me.
Where did this yearning for uniqueness come from? The modern personalization industry is pretty much an American phenomenon. Our country is comprised of people who just plain love to own things that are personalized.
That personalization could be as simple as a first name on a mug or a soft nursery blanket with baby’s initials. It might be custom-designed sneakers for the obsessive runner or make-up that is blended to perfectly match someone’s skin coloring. It might even be personalized stationary and postage stamps customized with a photo of the family pet. Today, the personalization options are practically endless.
The economy is even having a positive effect on the personalization industry. Faced with a deepening recession, shoppers are demanding that their purchases be more meaningful. A customized gift will fill this need.
U.S. News and World Report Agrees, “By customizing, shoppers can get the most out of less frequent splurges. And, the trend is not restricted to those with money – it spans ages, income groups, and regions.”
Customization has become even more popular and prevalent with online purchases. Websites make it easy to create products just the way you want them.
If you are a Baby Boomer, you will no doubt remember the Burger King “Have it Your Way” ad campaign from the 1970s. It was a catchy jingle with a simple message: visit Burger King rather than the ubiquitous McDonalds and we’ll fix your burger any way you want it.
In essence, Burger King was emphasizing the fact that they would individualize your fast-food experience. The campaign seems simple and tame now, but it was pretty revolutionary back then. Burger King was able to stand out when everyone else was promoting price and predictability.
Today’s consumers want their buying experience to be tailored and personalized just for them. Sure, Wal-Mart will still be the destination for household staples and buyers will visit Costco for the best electronics deals. But for many other purchases, buyers are looking for companies and choices that are outside of the big box. Instead of a name brand that is mass produced (and marketed to the hilt), they want products that relate to their life, a product that makes a personal connection. They want to “have it their way.”
Personal injury attorneys provide valuable legal assistance to those injured in an accident through no fault of their own. Attorneys have the skills to help victims of personal injury obtain justice through compensation, in the form of monetary damages for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. In certain instances, personal injury victims may even be entitled to punitive damages.
Financial Effects of Injuries
Injuries can cause much more than physical pain. Financially, injuries can be devastating. Victims of personal injury may not be able to return to work, and may be crippled by ever-mounting medical bills. Attorneys are able to obtain settlements and verdicts from the parties responsible for serious injury. In the case of fatal accidents, wrongful death claims can secure damages from the responsible party. Compensation can never take away an injury or a loved one’s unexpected passing, however, it can ensure a future free of financial worry.
Types of Accidents
Personal injury lawyers represent victims injured in all types of accidents, including car accidents, truck accidents, motorcycle and bicycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, slip and fall accidents, construction accidents, boating accidents, aviation disasters, and accidents caused by defective products. Wrongful death attorneys provide representation to surviving family members of those killed in fatal accidents.
Serious Injuries
Types of injuries resulting from a serious accident can be mild to severe or even catastrophic, and may include broken bones, abrasions, burn injuries, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries and other types of trauma. Some injuries are so serious that victims require lifelong medical care. An experienced attorney can help you obtain the highest possible compensation for your injuries, and ensure all of your medical needs in the future are taken care of.
Discussing Your Case With a Personal Injury Attorney
Talking to an accident attorney can help you better understand your legal rights, and ensure you do not miss out on an opportunity to recover the compensation you need for your injury. Don’t trust your case to just any lawyer – find a law firm with experience handling your type of case. All cases are different, and compensation can vary widely depending on the type and severity of the injury, and other factors. If you have been injured, discussing your case with an experienced and qualified attorney with a proven record of success is an important first step to obtaining justice.
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Do you ever feel like twenty-four hours in a day isn’t enough? I frequently find myself wishing that I had an extra hour or two each day to get done all of the things on my task list. With small children still at home, I am constantly getting distracted from my home-based business to attend to their needs. It has become imperative to use the time that I have to work efficiently. I have found a few ways to use my work time more effectively and I’m willing to share a few of my secrets with you.
First, don’t answer the phone every time it rings. If your phone rings constantly while you are trying to work, let your answering machine act as your personal assistant. Check you Caller ID and if you don’t recognize the number or know that you can return the call at a later time, let the caller leave a message.
Schedule a time each day or every other day that you will set aside to return phone calls. Try to keep each phone call short if possible, so that you are able to return all calls. Whenever possible, offer to email the person any requested information to save time rifling through paperwork or searching your office.
Second, use your email program wisely. Set up a spam filter so that you won’t have to dredge through useless emails each day. Use the folders, labels and other tools provided to file your emails in a way that works for you. I set up a folder for each common type of email that comes through – payments, forms, correspondence, etc – and file each email that I receive. This keeps my inbox tidy and allows me to easily find emails when I am ready to handle it. Also, when I’m working on a project for my business I close my email program. This keeps me focused on the project at hand.
Another email shortcut that I use is to mark important emails with a flag or star depending on the email program. I use this only for emails that require a response. I read through my emails each morning and sort, flag and delete as necessary. When I go back through my email later in the day I go to the marked emails first and respond to as many as possible. I then move through the folders and take care of any emails that are awaiting.
Third, organize your office. Keep the top of your desk neat and take the time every few weeks to go through your drawers and files and clean them out. Throw away the paperwork that you no longer need and find a new home for any useless items that have collected there. I keep a business card holder on my desk to use as a quick reference when I need someone’s contact information. I also use a letter hold to keep track of bills and a set of bookends to keep my reference books handy.
If you are a sticky-note fanatic like me take a moment at the end of each day and transfer your notes to your calendar or planner. The more sticky notes you can eliminate each evening, the more time you’ll have to accomplish important tasks the next morning.
Finally, if your business has grown to a level where you can no longer handle all of the necessary tasks on your own, consider hiring a virtual assistant (VA). Most virtual assistants will allow you to hire them hourly per project, so that you are able to stay within your business’s budget. Virtual assistants can handle most any task – from updating your website to sending out press releases about your business. One of the best things that I have done for my business is to hire a VA. Her help gives me the freedom to work more efficiently and have time to spend on other things.
There are many ways to use your time for effectively when working from home. Use the tools that you have at your fingertips to help you get more work done in less time. Don’t get bogged down trying to do everything – know when you need assistance. By keeping yourself focused on the task at hand you’ll save more time than you can imagine.
Jill Hart is the founder of Christian Work at Home Moms, CWAHM.com. Jill is a contributing author in The Business Mom Guide Book and I’ll Be Home For Christmas and co-author of the upcoming book, Home Based Blessings. Jill has articles published across the web on sites like DrLaura.com and ClubMom.com. Jill and her husband, Allen of CWAHD.com reside in Nebraska with their two children.
Product liability cases keep Los Angeles personal injury lawyers busy. To learn how to find a lawyer in Los Angeles contact one of the many Lawyer Referral Services in the Los Angeles area.
Product liability is when distributors, manufacturers, suppliers, retailers and any others who manufacture products sell a product that injures a person by product defect or false marketing promises. The manufacturers, distributors, etc., are then liable for any damage that is caused to the consumer because of a defect in a product.
Claims can be based on strict liability, breach of warranty or negligence. There are no federal products liability laws so statutory provisions are diverse throughout the states. Model Uniform Products Liability Act or (MUPLA) can be used but it is merely voluntary.
Another code that has been in existence since 1952 is the Uniform Commercial Code. This code was brought about to help protect consumers when they do business across state lines. For example, there may be a product manufactured in State A, warehoused in State B and sold in State C.
Consumer protection statutes provide specific remedies for a variety of product defects. For example, there are lemon laws that protect the consumer against being sold a very defective automobile. There are also recalls that occur for food and for products.
A variety of lawyer referral services can assist in recommending outstanding Los Angeles product liability lawyers. Good lawyers in the Los Angeles area are able to assist clients as they prepare to bring lawsuit against the company or person whose responsibility it was for the product defect that caused injury to them or a family member.
Personal liability obliges the individual to be responsible for an incident to a person’s mind, body or property by paying the injured party with their assets. A personal injury lawyer can help. One way to find a good lawyer is to use a lawyer referral service.
Breach of warranty occurs when there is an express warranty, implied warranty or implied warranty of fitness for a particular purpose. The express warranty states a particular stipulation in a written contract. An implied warranty is a guarantee imposed in state law. The seller may not have made the promise but the buyer will still receive protection.
Finding a personal injury lawyer who has experience with product liability cases can be originated through one of the Los Angeles referral services. Many good lawyers practice in the Los Angeles area. Once you receive a name and phone number, it is critical that you meet with the attorney in person so that you can obtain a written retainer agreement and agree on an hourly rate.
You must prove that the product is defective either by manufacturing or defects in marketing. Design deficiencies can occur prior to the product being manufactured and could be dangerous to use because of a design flaw. Manufacturing defects occur during production or construction. Marketing defects may include improper instructions or the failure to warn the consumer about known dangers.
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Our personal injury practice includes cases stemming from a wide range of accidents and incidents of negligence, including motor vehicle accidents (car, truck, motorcycle, bus and taxicab accidents, as well as plane crashes, train collisions, boating accidents, and rollover accidents), construction and work site injuries, defective products, dog bites, pedestrian and bike accidents, premises liability, and nursing home abuse. We have successfully recovered large settlements and verdicts for victims of catastrophic injuries such as brain injury, back, neck and spinal cord injury, and burn and smoke inhalation injury, as well as for those who have lost family members to wrongful death.
When you have suffered a serious injury, medical bills, lost wages and other financial burdens can be overwhelming. Our personal injury lawyers focus on maximizing your financial recovery by pursuing all available avenues of compensation. We determine if you are eligible for workers’ compensation benefits or Social Security disability benefits in addition to any personal injury compensation.
Obviously, from the get go of a personal injury claim, it is very important to determine its potential value. An even more important question is, how much can I recover on my personal injury auto accident claim? The value and the potential recovery of your personal injury claim are not the same. The first question that must be answered is, what is the maximum potential recovery of my personal injury claim?
To determine what the maximum potential recovery of your personal injury claim, you must first know how much insurance is available. The first thing to determine is how much liability insurance does the adverse driver have? In the State of Nevada, this can be determined by the use of NRS 690B.042, which simply states that an adverse carrier must release proof of liability insurance upon receipt of a medical authorization and a list of your health care providers. Sometimes, we can get a general idea of how much insurance is available by taking a look at the adverse driver’s insurance company. Generally speaking, major insurance carriers like State Farm, Farmers, and Allstate, are companies that will write liability policies above the statutory minimum. The minimum liability insurance in the State of Nevada is $15,000.00 per person and $30,000.00 per accident. Other company’s only write minimum policies, because these company’s are not as financially solvent as the major carriers. These marginal insurance companies try to limit their exposure by only writing minimum liability coverage policies.
Another important factor increasing the value of your personal injury claim is egregious behavior on the part of the adverse driver. Was he drunk? Was he using drugs? Was he engaging in a speed contest or reckless driving at the time of your accident? Does he have a felony record? Egregious conduct on the part of the adverse driver can raise the value of your claim. Juries don’t like these Defendants.
Your pre-existing injury and prior treatment, if any, can effect the value of your claim. If you have no pre-existing conditions related to your injury and you had no prior treatment for a similar injury, your claim will be worth more. If you are claiming a neck or back injury and you have had prior treatment for conditions involving your neck and back, or if you had prior claims involving injury to these body parts, an insurance company will offer less money to settle these claims.
if you have an injury that will cause you to have pain and suffering in the future and cause you to incur future medical bills, this will add value to your claim. (Caveat: insurance companies don’t like future damages and have a tendency to downplay them.”)
As you can see, calculating the total amount of the value of your personal injury auto accident claim is not easy. Juries struggle with placing a price on things that do not normally carry a monetary value.
Consider these things in your decision to litigate your personal injury claim.
Some insurance adjuster’s will make a commission on your claim, in the event that they settle your claim for less than the authority provided to them by the insurance company. Therefore, adverse adjusters under certain circumstances may have a monetary stake in your claim.
Most personal injury accident claims settle before litigation. In order for a personal injury attorney to successfully settle a personal injury claim, it is sometimes necessary for the attorney, the health care providers, and health insurance carriers to compromise their financial positions on a personal injury claim in order to provide adequate compensation to the injured party.
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If you or your loved ones are injured due to negligence or deliberate actions of some individual or authority then you can file a personal injury compensation claim. Different types of compensation claims are covered under New York Personal Injury Law. It is generally difficult to receive justice and compensation from the negligent authority. If you or somebody close to you was a victim of medical malpractice then pursuing a personal injury case can get complicated. It is never advisable to go alone when it comes to filing a personal injury lawsuit. If you seek legal counsel from an experienced personal injury lawyer then it will help you improve your chances of receive justice and compensation from the negligent individual/or authority involved.
Following are some of the FAQs related to New York personal injury law.
Is it compulsory to hire a personal injury attorney?
No, it is not compulsory as per the law. However, in certain cases your injury lawsuit can get complicated. If there were any state authorities involved, then you would be having slim chances of getting any compensation regardless of your injuries and damages. There are several experienced attorneys who offer free personal injury consultation on contingency basis. These lawyers will work on no-win-no-fee policy and only receive a fraction of amount from the final compensation claim amount. Therefore, they will only receive their fees if they succeed in winning your case. Hiring a personal injury attorney will certainly increase your chances of winning your case.
What is the statute of limitations?
The statute of limitations is a set amount of time during which you must file a lawsuit. You cannot file a personal injury lawsuit once the statute of limitations has expired. The statute of limitations could vary from state to state.
New York Statute of Limitation
Personal Injury: 3 years.
Fraud: 6 years.
Libel / Slander / Defamation: 1 year.
Injury to Personal Property: 3 years.
Product Liability: 3 years.
Contracts: 6 years.
Whether it is advisable to go for a personal injury settlement or a jury trail?
This is bit difficult to decide, but an injury lawyer will help you take the right step in the right direction. You should discuss these issues with your lawyer and he will let you know the best options available to you.
What are the different types of compensations which are covered under New York Personal Injury Law?
You will receive compensation for various types of injuries which includes medical bills, damage to your property, suffering and trauma, damage to your health and other types of physical injuries, injuries received in an accident. This amount will variate depending upon your injuries and losses.
You should get in touch with a New York personal injury lawyer who will help you receive justice and compensation from the negligent individuals or authorities involved.
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