The University of Virginia Cavaliers share a nickname with the Cleveland Cavaliers NBA franchise, but that’s where the similarities end. The explanation for the University of Virginia Cavaliers nickname actually involves a story of historical significance to the region. Located in Charlottesville, Virginia, the school with a total student population of about 20,000 is often referred to simply as UVA […]
Does your family need the help of a guardianship attorney?
If you suspect that a sweetheart should have an assigned guardian, but are not exactly sure if it is possible, it is vitally important that you learn more about which situations require legal guardians and which do not. Understanding when it is possible to have one established can save your family a lot of conflict and heartache. How a Guardianship […]
How Can an Employment Lawyer Help?
Employment Lawyer Help A consultation with an employment lawyer in Vancouver can be extremely helpful in the event of a lawsuit, or on behalf of someone claiming unfair dismissal. It is always best to have legal representation, as it’s not in the employee’s best interest to attempt to fight against a company at-will. At-will employment means that employers can hire […]
SAT is six weeks away: hyperventilation begins
Take a deep breath and then exhale as quickly as possible. Then repeat the process until you feel dizzy and fall. Then you will hit your head and form a blood clot in your brain. Then he will miraculously transform into a megaavant, like Rain Man. Then, you will get 10,000 on your SAT. Then you will die. And then […]
The human instinct to stretch: let go of your inner cat
Each of us has a built-in solution to the impact of technology on our bodies (think of software built into a computer). We all have a built-in instinct to stretch. Your body wants to correct and improve its posture all the time because it wants to be efficient, like a computer. Being efficient is the basis by which the body […]
Juan Diaz – "The baby bull"
Diaz, 24, recently lost his WBA, WBO and IBF title belts to Nate Campbell on March 8, 2008. The loss was the first of his fighting career. Diaz suffered a severe cut to his left eye caused by a head butt, the cut affected Diaz’s vision throughout the fight. Diaz reports that his left eye is now completely healed after […]
Fun facts about the Dominican Republic
DID YOU KNOW THAT … Dominican Oscar de la Renta is one of the best-known fashion designers of the 21st century. He was born on July 22, 1932 in Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic, one of the most beautiful cities in the Caribbean. Her clothes are worn by Americans like Laura Bush (first lady) and Hillary Clinton […]
How Lawyers Can Carefully Cope With Changes In The Legal Profession
The legal profession faces an avalanche of changes in the way it conducts its business. We believe that we are used to change because that is the nature of the law. We live in the ever-changing world of the courts, business, technology, and law. Now we are also experiencing a world where books are being replaced by e-books, where DVDs […]
Sun Tzu Art of War: Handling a Large Force Like a Small Force
Sun Tzu said: Handling a large force can be similar to handling a small force. It is a question of organization and structure. Directing and controlling a large force can be similar to directing and controlling a small force. It is a matter of communications and training. – Chapter Five, Sun Tzu The Art of War In these lines, Sun […]
How do I know if I need braces?
It is a common question. And it’s a question that only your orthodontist can really answer. Whether you are considering wearing braces to improve your own appearance or have been referred to an orthodontist by your child’s dentist, it is important to see a qualified professional for a thorough consultation and diagnosis. You may be surprised how many different areas […]