Have you ever known someone innocent to be convicted of a crime by their own family? Well I do. Sheilyn was living in a small county with her daughter and husband for almost two decades. The two never had the greatest marriage, but Sheilyn made it her responsibility to make it work and protect her daughter from what her father was really like. And for a long time, she was successful. Until her daughter turned sixteen. Her father encountered a woman he dated and deeply loved when he was in college. However, he left her after three years of dating because he thought he had to submit to his values. That notion went out the door when he saw her again. Months started to go by as he gave his heart to his old flame and away from his wife Sheilyn and their daughter. He even started to abuse her and his daughter by stalking them, locking his wife out of her room, yelling at them, and going to any means to keep them under his control. All this pressure built up and blew on one night that would be plastered into Sheilyn and her daughter’s memories forever.

Her husband filed a TRO on her using no evidence so that he could keep control of the house and toss his wife to the street. You see, in their home county, an individual is able to pull off perjury in court by writing a false eloquent declaration of domestic violence against another person and have them removed from their home without any proof of prior disturbance, police records, or activity at the home.  If this person is eloquent and skilled in their writing ability, they are able to submit several pages of perjury that are never substantiated. If a judge reads the declaration and feels there is domestic violence even though there is no actual proof of violence, the person can be removed without notice for a minimum 21 days. Often time, the dirty attorney orchestrating the “domestic violence” charge is able to stretch the time period to several weeks by extending the court date due to medical appointments, sickness or conflict in schedule.

Domestic violence is defined by physical assault, verbal, or psychological. Under this definition countless individuals, usually wives, have been removed from their homes for a minimum of 21 days and during this time, a husband will strip the wife of the family finances, take the children and skip town. As the wives desperately seek the children and find out their husband is no longer in the county, they search for their children in other counties.  In the meantime without any funds, they apply for welfare and public assistance including free counsel in their efforts to locate their children. A record number of wives who were once middle-class were now in the welfare system and this caught the attention of the District Attorney of the State and they were compelled to find out why. After research, it was discovered that a record number of these cases originated in one particular county. The District Attorney of the State set up a task force to identify and prosecute the attorney(s) committing this perjury in the county.

Sheilyn, being one of these wives, was lucky enough to have her daughter who was old enough to choose whom she went with. The daughter left with Sheilyn as they were thrown out of the house. That night, they were given ten minutes to vacate their home under the force of a policemen that her husband hired. It broke Sheilyn’s heart to have her daughter witness the abuse of a mother who has never been violent nor has any record of violence.  She knew that she would be scarred for life from the perjury so easily committed in the court of law from the false documents.

Endless court fightings with her husband then ensued. Luckily, she exhausted him enough for him to drop the case. It allowed her and her daughter to be put back into their house and be free of his presence. The fights still continued and they never went to trial because it was based on several pages of eloquently documented perjury.  The dirty attorney of her husband was well polished in this tactic. Eventually, he bluffed the attorney of Sheilyn, the defendant, into making a false deal. She called the bluff and it was dropped but the wording she used was written into a document that damned her. It would cost her more money to remove so she let go of it for her daughter’s sake.

Some time later, a parallel case was opened by the District Attorney of the State but never finished because the dirty attorney of her husband dumped piles and piles of documents in discovery thus burying any chance to pin-point each perjured lie.  Sheilyn wanted to protect her daughter and did not pursue the case. The husband, in the end, got away with the perjury and the dirty attorney could now set up his next victim.

Years have gone by and now her daughter is going off to college soon. However they struggle to come up with the money to pay for it because of what her husband and his attorney made her pay. The dirty attorney and the judge are to blame for countless abuse against women and children, including her.  If the judge had just run a back-ground check into the alleged accused, they would discover that the accused was being framed. Because of well fabricated lies, the innocent were left in the dust.

https://kellerlawoffices.com/framed-for-crimes/

https://kellerlawoffices.com/criminal-sexual-conduct-charges-dismissed/

https://kellerlawoffices.com/foggy-memories-false-charges/

https://www.justice.gov/ovw/domestic-violence

https://www.nlg.org/guild-notes/article/beyond-bars-dirty-lawyers-and-crooked-judges/

Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death for teens aging 15 through 19.  This would suggest that teens do not have the maturity to drive starting at the young age of 15.  At this age, most teens do not understand the responsibility of buying a vehicle and/or insuring a vehicle.  Most early teen drivers receive these benefits from a guardian or parent(s). Without any responsibility, it is unreasonable to expect a teen to take driving seriously since they are not the ones paying for it. It is not until they bear the burden of the cost that they seriously consider the importance of safe driving.  A vehicle becomes a valuable asset if the asset is obtained through personal hard work.

With this in mind, increasing the driving age to 17 will increase the likelihood that the teen purchased or at least purchased or helped purchase the insurance for the vehicle with their own money.  Even a fender-bender will increase insurance rates and, when a teen pays for the increased insurance, this accident will greatly affect the concentration level of the teen driver for fear of the increased cost.  Also, at the more mature age of 17, using a cell phone while operating a motor vehicle may decrease due to the teen driving to work or to college. The responsibility level of the teen and the fewer distractions of driving with several friends will decrease the probability of an accident.

Other than increasing the age to drive, since many states have called for this, there can be more regulation placed upon cellular devices. In this age of technology, States should require the teen driver to carry a tracking device to track the number of hours driven on the permit.  Currently, it is a person’s word rather than concrete evidence and proof that the teen driver spent the required hours behind the wheel. A device should be assigned to each teen driver during the permit period so it will track the actual required hours needed. This device will also track the time of day the teen drives.  If it registers after 10:00 p.m. during the permit period, the teen driver must wait until they reach the age of 18 and must start the permit process from the beginning. All hours driven on the previous permit will be deemed null and void. Many would argue that this is an invasion of privacy. However, those same people may have some things to hide. To be honest, if we know we are doing the right thing, in this case logging the required hours to receive a license, then there is no need to be upset. We are obeying the law.

For teens 18 to 19 years old, the requirements during the permit period should be as strict as the requirements for 15 to 17 years.  This will reduce the number of accidents because not all teens have the money to pay for private driving lessons. It may also extend the permit period into the 20’s and thus increasing the maturity level of the new driver.

In addition to these measures, all high schools should be required to stage a realistic crash scene complete with destroyed vehicles and crash victims both direct (in the vehicle) and indirect (in the surrounding area of the crash).  This should be a two to three day event complete with fictitious casualties, funerals, grief counseling, and other events associated with a fatal motor vehicle crash. The education should highlight easy-to-remember statistics like the number of accidents and fatalities directly related to cell phone use.  The education should also touch on driver distraction of having friends in the vehicle or just eating a messy hamburger while driving. There are a couple high schools that have implemented this idea. Every four years, they put on such an act to make real to its students the consequences of irresponsible driving. While some students may not take to heart the seriousness of this, others view it as a warning and heed to it. Sadly, there are always going to be young drivers who will have to learn the hard way. But it is the states’ responsibility to implement certain methods to increase awareness to those who will listen.

https://mattsharplaw.com/news/cellphone-textalyzer-device/

https://mattsharplaw.com/news/blind-spot-safety/

https://www.nsc.org/road-safety/safety-topics/teen-driving

https://www.nhtsa.gov/road-safety/teen-driving

We never used to be so concerned with distracted driving or getting into an accident since the drivers were careful most of the time. However, we had an incident when our family was on our way to Pismo Beach for vacation.  While driving, we almost got into an accident because the driver was sending selfies on his phone to a friend and the passenger in the front seat was getting angry because they did not feel safe while the family driver was engaged in this activity while driving.  An argument ensued with the family driver and the rest of the family passengers and, all of a sudden, the family driver drifted into on-coming traffic and an accident was narrowly avoided because another family passenger screamed out “watch out.” Due to this narrow escape with death, our family adopted the following plan “Behind the wheel – Family is First.”

BEHIND THE WHEEL – FAMILY IS FIRST

1)    Prior to even turning on the engine to the automobile, the family driver will place the cell phone in the trunk area of the automobile. This way, there is no access to the phone to respond to texts nor is the driver tempted to use the device.

2)    The passenger sitting next to the driver in the front seat will also place the cell phone in the trunk area of the automobile.  The passenger will engage in conversation with the driver to keep the driver alert.

3)    The passengers in the back seat are able to keep their phones but they are not able to share any information derived from the phone with the passenger and driver in the front seat. Doing so distracts the driver and leads to increased likelihood of an accident.

4)    The passengers in the back seat are able to share information from their phones with other passengers in the back seat but they must share information quietly.

5)    The passengers in the back seat are not allowed to discuss any information found on their phone including text messages, social media or even the purchase of goods with the driver and the front seat passenger.

6)    If a passenger in the back seat does share information with a front seat passenger or the driver, the passenger in the back seat engaging in this activity must place the phone in the trunk area of the automobile and lose the privilege of use until the family reaches their destination. While this may prove difficult for young passengers since they do not yet understand the dangers of distracted driving, they will learn over time.

7)    If navigation is needed for the trip, the passenger sitting behind the driver in the back seat is responsible for following the navigation, watching the road, and letting the driver know the directions, i.e., see Interstate 80 up ahead, take it south.

    The main point of our family plan is to limit as many distractions as possible. The common ones in our commutes is showing the drivers various things on the phone or asking them to deter their attention away from the road. Since we have almost come close to being in an accident, we adopted this plan to create discipline in our driving and to safeguard our passengers.

https://ankinlaw.com/teen-driving-safety/

https://ankinlaw.com/textalyzer-app-distracted-driving/

https://ankinlaw.com/dangers-of-distracted-driving/

https://ankinlaw.com/motor-vehicle-accidents/distracted-driving/

https://www.farmers.com/learn/plan-and-prep/distracted-driving/

https://www.nsc.org/road-safety/safety-topics/distracted-driving

Lets face it; the more we move, the healthier we are. That is how we are designed. Using cars has taken away some of that desire to move due to its use being so widespread and more efficient in terms of time. Sadly, it does not seem to click with people that cars are not worth the investment in certain circumstances. If applicable, such as in a city or a small town, the healthiest and most eco-friendly way to get around is with a bike. It gets in your cardio for the day and you leave less of a footprint on the planet. On the flip side, there are valid arguments related to the dangers of riding a bike. To name a few examples, there is increased vulnerability to irresponsible drivers, inhaling toxins in heavily polluted areas, and not being as fast as its auto counterpart.

    Before we get into the fluctuating dangers of bicycling, we shall look at the good it brings. Like any other type of exercise, it is great for burning off those extra calories, reducing fat, reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease by 14% according to People for Bikes Statistics Library, and improving mental health because of more brain activity and blood flow. Running or walking provides the same benefits, but bicycling is a more efficient way of achieving the same results while doubling as a means to commute to work. For all the older folks on their way to the office, it is great for their bones since it alleviates the stress of their weight off the bones and joints. With such great health benefits both for the young and old, we have no excuse to not use such a convenient way of transportation. We save money both on the gym and at the pump.

    Now if some are fine with spending some extra bucks on a gym membership while believing that a car is a better way to get to work, we shall take a look at the costs. Using a bicycle to commute is overwhelming cheaper than operating and maintaining a car. According to Queensland Government: Department of Transport and Main Roads, it takes fifty-five cents per kilometer to run a car in Australia, for example, while a bike only takes one percent of that for obvious reasons like gas and maintenance. Also, having your best friend idling in traffic contributes to $28 million wasted per year while taking advantage of a bike eliminates that cost and is faster than sitting on the highway. Looking at the strain on the environment, increasing biking commutes from 12% to 15% would save 3.8 billion gallons of gas plus reduce gas emissions by 33%, meaning less not-so-nice stuff in our lungs. Lastly, the United States releases more CO2 due to our use of cars than any other economy except China, which contributes to the greenhouse effect and global warming. With the evidence presented here, It is clear to see that bicycling wins hands down in terms of our wallets and our health.

    However, it would be very irresponsible for me to say that bicycling is the saving grace for our health, bank accounts, and the environment. Bicycling does come with its downsides. News has reported a rise in bicycling fatalities by 8.7%, which poses as concern since the stats show we are not as safe on a bike as we might in a tin can of a car. That figure equates to 677 fatalities and 48,000 people injured. Using Britain for example, bicyclists are the second most threatened group of road users since many have died because of drivers. The biggest concern, however, is the inhalation of pollution. UC San Diego conducted a study on bicyclists and bus commuters to measure how much pollution they have inhaled. Compared to those who commuted by car, they experienced the highest levels of pollutants, proving detrimental to their health.

    I understand that bikes do not solve all our problems when it comes to getting to work. In many cases, there are individuals who live very far away from work and are limited to taking the family car in the garage. However, with the risks listed above, some things need to be put into perspective. With all the bicyclists that were either injured or killed, fault is placed on both drivers and bicyclists who are not looking and not following the rules of the road. We could have a bicyclist cross the street when they are supposed to be stopped or have a driver running a red light over the crosswalk. The safety of a bicyclist is up to whether they are responsible enough to obey all the laws and wear all the safety gear to minimize injuries. The same responsibility is placed on car drivers. In reference to the exposure to pollutants, that is not the biker’s fault. In fact, the cars we drive and our careless industries are to blame. If cars were traded in for bicycles, the air we breathe would be thousands of times healthier for any breathing creature. Sadly, not many are going to take that initiative, which is why bikers have to be more careful about when and where they choose to commute. Because of the choices of the majority, those of us who want to benefit ourselves and the environment suffer. But that is a completely separate topic to be discussed at a later date. Moving on to the costs of using both types of commute, biking wins. Its cheaper, nicer on the environment, and better for our bodies. If anyone is willing, you can be part of the change to benefit your body and change our economy that is more mindful of the choices we make.

https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/cycling-health-benefits#lp-h-1

https://www.tmr.qld.gov.au/Travel-and-transport/Cycling/Benefits.aspx

http://peopleforbikes.org/our-work/statistics/statistics-category/?cat=environmental-statistics

https://www.minnpost.com/cityscape/2013/01/how-cycling-can-be-dangerous-your-health/

https://mainorwirth.com/blog/driverless-car-fatality/

https://mainorwirth.com/blog/sharing-the-road-with-cyclists/

https://mainorwirth.com/blog/crash-course-in-bicycle-safety/

As Americans, we have so many opportunities in business and the freedom to be our own employer as a small business owner.  Our first priority in considering the prospect of owning our own business is carefully considering what type of business and the associated costs including the costs of employee safety.  A person considering a small business may already have a skill set derived from prior employment or exposure in a particular industry. In considering what specific business to own, the knowledge of the industry is vital to ensuring a safe workplace environment for employees.  Each industry has its own safety costs associated with employee workplace hazards, exposure to materials and the operation of equipment by employees. The safety of each employee is evaluated by the position the employee performs and the safety measures for that position are governed by the federal agency Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). OSHA has laid out certain regulations for each sector of industry for all businesses including small business owners. Business owners must abide by local, state and federal OSHA regulations or put their employees at greater risk of sickness or injury along with the possibility of being fined by OSHA.  For example, there is a greater safety risk factor and cost for an employee operating large equipment than there is an employee working at a desk answering phones or entering data. Also, there is a greater cost associated with the income level and number of hours worked. However, the small business owner has some protection under the OSHA Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act (SBREFA) of 1996. This act allows the small business owner some alterations or leniency associated with the safety of employees in the workplace.

All that aside, the very first consideration of a potential small business owner is liability insurance and workmans’ compensation for protecting your employees in the space that they work. Depending on the potential income and risk of the potential business in a particular industry, the small business owner is able to choose to operate as a sole proprietor or as a small business with any number of designations as defined by the number of employees.  If the number of employees exceeds a certain limit, additional safety requirements could include sexual and general harassment training. The beauty of operating as a sole proprietor is that the employee workplace safety is the responsibility and liability of the independent contractor in whom the small business owner hires on contract. The business owner is only responsible for purchasing liability insurance on his or herself based on the particular industry standards.  The business owner is exempt from purchasing workmans’ compensation insurance because he or she has no employees, thus reducing the costs to run the business. In this case, some regulations laid out by OSHA do not apply.

The detriment of a sole proprietorship is that it limits the small business owner of absolute control over the reputation that the business gains over time.  Workplace safety can not be enforced through contracted work thus potentially subjecting the small business owner to liability. This can greatly limit income potential and growth and can lead to potential legal implications.  Adding employees will allow the small business owner to control and enforce workplace safety and maximize income and growth. The small business owner must consider the cost of insurance and develop a business plan that generates enough income to cover all the costs of employee workplace safety along with the costs of insurance, employee pay and benefits.

To achieve optimal success, the small business owner must define each employee position with a written job description clearly defining the safety instructions of their given tasks. The work place safety standards are governed by the industry standards as defined by the laws of local, state and the federal government.  The small business owner must insure that all employees perform the specific position in which they are hired and clearly define the safety workplace standards for that position. As an example, if an employee is hired to sit or possibly stand at a desk operating a computer and/or do paperwork, the safety standards that must be set in place are governed by that position.  If that employee is caught performing a job using potentially harmful equipment that requires additional safety standards to perform the job, the employee is no longer safely protected and the work environment is not safe for that employee working that job. The small business owner must then make a decision to provide additional training and provide safety items such as protective glasses and gloves and change the job description of the employee or restrict the employee from performing jobs not listed in the job description for which they were hired.  A responsible small business owner will insure that all employees are safely protected in the workplace and will make adjustments accordingly to insure the on-going safety of each employee. It would be irresponsible to have an employee complete a task not outlined in their job description even if the person normally working in said position is absent for a day or they had the skill set to perform such a task.

In considering the prospect of owning a small business, the small business owner must research the employee workplace safety laws associated with the industry of the small business of choice. Such are provided by OSHA.  Let us say for example that a small business owner wants to open a medical equipment repair business. The medical industry governs the employee safety requirements and standards. The small business owner must design a program complete with written instructions for each employee to meet such standards as disinfection, battery safety, handling, and repair.  The program may require detailed instructions, check-lists and certain supplies on hand in case of an emergency. Depending on the location where the medical repair is performed, it may also require surgical clothing and a mask. All this information must be outlined in detail and presented to each employee to insure the safety of all employees.

To provide a safe workplace, the small business owner must be knowledgeable and financially able to provide all aspects associated with securing safety along with being responsible for everyone who works for him.  If any safety procedure as dictated by the industry is overlooked, the small business owner runs the risk of legal problems not only from employees but also clients. Therefore, being familiar with the OSHA guidelines and implementing such principles are the best ways to ensure an employee’s safety and maintain quality in products or services.

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