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4 Mortgage Refinancing Errors Your Longtime Clients Must Avoid

Maintaining client relationships means hopefully selling them another house in the future, and representing them as the seller agent as well. As such, it’s imperative you guide them in all aspects of homeownership even in times when they are not buying or selling. One key topic is refinancing. Here are four mortgage refinancing mistakes to…

The post 4 Mortgage Refinancing Errors Your Longtime Clients Must Avoid appeared first on RISMedia.




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US Supreme Court to hear Nvidia bid to avoid securities fraud suit




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A Forensic Accountant on How Companies Can Avoid Fraud and Scandal

From Theranos to Enron, we can't get enough of corporate scandals. We also can't get enough of the intriguing people who perpetrate them. But instigators of fraud are not all Disneyesque villains chasing money and power at any cost, says DePaul University accounting professor Kelly Richmond Pope. She studies white-collar crime and finds that besides intentional perpetrators, there are also accidental and righteous ones. And she shares real stories of these long-overlooked employees and explains exactly which behaviors and incentives should raise red flags for managers and leaders. Pope is the author of the new book Fool Me Once: Scams, Stories, and Secrets from the Trillion-Dollar Fraud Industry.




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I tried to hit my daily protein target while avoiding ultra-processed foods like protein powder and bars. I learned 4 lessons.

Protein powders, yogurts, and bars make hitting our protein targets easy, but can contain UPFs. Here's what happened when health reporter Rachel Hosie quit them for a week.




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Avoiding the wrath of illegal data

To mitigate the risks associated with illegal data, organizations need to implement data governance policies and procedures to ensure that all data is properly documented, stored, and maintained.




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Venmo Scams: Common Tricks and How to Avoid Them

If you use Venmo often, here are the main Venmo scams to be aware of so you don't get caught out.



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Carrier's Failure to Issue Disclaimer of Liability to Additional Insureds Can't Avoid Coverage

A federal appellate court ruled that an insurance carrier’s failure to issue notice of its disclaimer of liability to two additional insureds prevented it from relying on an exclusion to defeat demands…




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Adjuster's Miscalculation of Lien Doesn't Allow Worker to Avoid Payment

The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania upheld a determination that a worker was required to pay the full amount of her employer’s lien against her third-party recovery, even though the estimate…




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Worker Can't Get Writ to Avoid Arbitration of Claim Against Nonsubscribing Employer

A Texas appellate court denied an injured worker's petition for mandamus relief of a trial judge’s order compelling him to arbitrate a negligence claim against his nonsubscribing employer. Adrian Murillo worked…




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Carrier Can't Void Employer's Policy or Proceed With Breach-of-Contract Claim

A federal appellate court ruled that an insurance carrier could not void a policy based on an employer’s misrepresentation, nor could it maintain a breach-of-contract claim against a marketing agent for failing to…




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Avoid the Subpoena: Write a Ratable Psych Report

In this 60-minute webinar, 10 key components of psychological reports that must be internally consistent will be discussed. Each component will be covered in detail and considered in relation to…




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A Practical Approach to Using the MTUS & Formulary Wisely to Avoid Treatment Denials

Whether you are an employer, claims examiner, medical provider or attorney, this program will provide you with a clear understanding and practical approach of how the MTUS and Formulary to…




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Court Voids Award to Worker for Burn Injury, Vacates Award on Wage Claim

The Alabama Court of Civil Appeals ruled that a circuit court lacked jurisdiction over a worker’s claim for compensation for a work-related injury and that an individual member of the…




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8 WordPress Development Mistakes to Avoid in 2022

WordPress is an incredibly versatile and powerful platform. But, like with any tool, it’s simple to make errors while using it because of the variety of possibilities available. Although some faults might harm your website, others can be catastrophic. That’s why it’s so important to be aware of them to be safe. When it comes […]

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B9: Implementing a Content Management System: Can you Avoid the Pain?

Dan Smith, The University of Southampton will use his experience of rolling out a successful Web CMS to help attendees with potential problems.




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Connecticut Employers Have New Burdens, Avoid Others, Following 2023 Legislative Session

While significant bills impacting Connecticut employers were signed into law, proposed employer mandates on pay transparency, paid sick leave, and predictive scheduling failed to gain the necessary votes for passage in 2023. Here are some of the year’s notable legislative developments.

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Michigan Supreme Court Voids Existing Minimum (Cash) Wage and Paid Sick Leave Laws and Revives Old Laws

UPDATE: On August 21, 2024, the Attorney General and State of Michigan asked the Michigan Supreme Court to clarify – no later than September 15, 2024 – various rulings in its July 31, 2024 decision, e.g.: 1) How the state should calculate CPI adjustments for the preset minimum wage rates in 2025 through 2028; 2) Whether, aside from in 2025, future minimum wage rates will take effect on February 21 or January 1; and 3) Whether the court intended to have the minimum cash wage increase from 80% (2028) to 100% (2029) rather than 80% (2028), 90%




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Recruitment and Staffing Agency Quandaries: Avoiding Claims of Reverse Discrimination in Hiring a Diverse Workforce

An effective way to increase diversity hiring is to require diverse candidate slates for interviewing. Such slates include at least two diverse or women candidates in the pool of finalists. Employers should take heed, however, because there are limits to which a recruiter or a staffing agency can go in building such a slate. Alyesha Dotson discusses the avenues to intentionally recruit for diversity in a fair and smart manner to avoid violating antidiscrimination laws.
  




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How to Avoid a Claim of 'Pretaliation'

Jeff Nowak and Rich Falcone talk through a hypothetical HR dilemma involving a workplace complaint.

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Proper Planning and Swift Action Can Help Employers Avoid Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Prosecution

While the Department of Justice (DOJ) has initiated at least two new Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) enforcement actions against U.S. companies, it has also announced several decisions not to prosecute—most recently involving a U.S. biotech firm and its subsidiaries. The November 16, 2023, declination letter is instructive for companies concerned about protecting themselves against the consequences of employees who take it upon themselves to flout internal anti-bribery policies.




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Avoiding Whistleblower Claims In The COVID-19 Era

Jeanine Conley Daves and Alexa Laborda Nelson explain how employers can take steps to ensure they are in compliance with the recent COVID-19 relief plans and avoid potential whistleblower litigation.

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Avoid litigation, loss of trade secrets when employees leave

Joon Hwang advises employers to review and scope the terms of their restrictive covenants and confidentiality agreements to ensure they are well defined to meet their business interests.

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New Case Provides Lessons That May Help Companies Avoid Pitfalls When Structuring Independent Contractor Relationships

The district court's opinion denying cross-motions for summary judgment in Bobbitt v. Broadband Interactive, Inc., No. 8:11-cv-2855 (M.D. Fla. Oct. 21, 2013) illustrates how not to structure an independent contractor relationship and how not to lay the groundwork to defend that relationship in the event of litigation.  The case also serves as a warning that even well-conceived independent contractor relationships may be open to question by a court that is inclined to distrust them.

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Crash Course in U.S. Employment Law: How a Multinational Based Outside the United States Can Avoid Big Mistakes Managing a U.S. Workforce

  • Multinationals based outside the United States that enter the U.S. market and employ U.S. staff tend to encounter hurdles, and to make mistakes, because the U.S system of labor/employment regulation is of a fundamentally different character from those of every other country in the world.  




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US employers warn staff to remain civil to avoid election conflict

Bradford J. Kelley and James McGehee say employees’ controversial posts on social media can damage brand reputations and expose companies to discrimination and harassment claims.

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Avoid Spooky Traffic and Let CTA Be Your Broomstick to the Hot Chocolate Race and Fun Events Across the Region

Choose CTA as the best transit option to get around the city. Customers can save money by purchasing an unlimited rides pass, either the 1-Day ($5) – far more economical and convenient than the price of gas and parking - or the 3-Day ($15) pass – a real budget-saving move.




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Size matters in the battle to adapt to diverse environments and avoid extinction

TORONTO , ON — A new University of Toronto study may force scientists to rethink what is behind the mass extinction of amphibians occurring worldwide in the face of climate change, disease and habitat loss. The old cliché “size matters” is in fact the gist of the findings by graduate student Stephen De Lisle and […]




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Four Tips to Avoid Losing an HVAC Sale

As contractors, we wonder constantly: From quote to quote, why did we win this job but lose that one?




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Common Combustion Testing Errors to Avoid This Fall

Just because an HVAC technician installs a system according to current codes and standards, it doesn’t always mean it’s safe.




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Episode 494: Robert Seacord on Avoiding Defects in C Programming

Robert Seacord, author of Effective C, The CERT C Coding Standard and Secure Coding in C and C++, discusses why the C programming language can be insecure, the top 5 security issues and the tools and techniques you can employ to write secure code in C.




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Episode 494: Robert Seacord on Avoiding Defects in C Programming

Robert Seacord, author of Effective C, The CERT C Coding Standard and Secure Coding in C and C++, discusses why the C programming language can be insecure, the top 5 security issues and the tools and techniques you can employ to write secure code in C.




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Episode 528: Jonathan Shariat on Designing to Avoid Worst Case Outcomes

Jonathan Shariat, coauthor of the book Tragic Design, discusses harmful software design. SE Radio host Jeremy Jung speaks with Shariat about how poor design can kill in the medical industry, accidentally causing harm with features meant to bring joy...






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What steps should be taken to avoid choosing the incorrect current and voltage transformers?

Electrical systems normally use current and voltage transformers for protection and measurement purposes. They represent the power system’s eyes and ears, and it’s essential to fully understand how they work, how to make the correct specification and most importantly, the... Read more

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8 tips to avoid ground loops when dealing with signal level circuits

General recommendation is to properly design and implement the facility’s grounding system to avoid unwanted involvement of ground loops with the operation of the equipment. This kind of approach can also eliminate the need to consider equipment modifications and to... Read more

The post 8 tips to avoid ground loops when dealing with signal level circuits appeared first on EEP - Electrical Engineering Portal.




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Failure cases of LV/MV electrical equipment and what should have been done (to avoid them)

Generally, the useful life of power system components heavily depends upon the level of care given to them and their duty cycles. For example, a circuit breaker on mainly switching duty can last 40 to max. 50 years. The majority... Read more

The post Failure cases of LV/MV electrical equipment and what should have been done (to avoid them) appeared first on EEP - Electrical Engineering Portal.




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Coach's Corner: Hire Right, Avoid PR Disasters

Hiring the right people through good interviewing and vetting processes can help you choose the best possible people to represent your company moving forward, and avoid PR crises.




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Common Pitfalls to Avoid When Selecting PPE for Restoration & Remediation Work

Discover crucial tips that help you avoid common PPE pitfalls and ensure your team is protected against hazardous chemicals and atmospheric dangers.




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South Florida Resort Avoids Parking Lot Flooding from Extreme Weather




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‘It’s going to suck’: Climate world absorbs a reality they’d hoped to avoid: Trump is back!

https://www.politico.eu/article/climate-world-diplomats-donald-trump-victory-clean-energy-fossil-fuels-greenhouse-emissions/ By Karl Mathiesen, Sara Schonhardt and Zia Weise Green stocks wobble as officials rush to respond and activists brace for the unknown. ‘It’s going to suck,’ one said. Their worst nightmare is now a burning reality. Climate diplomats and top-ranking activists on Wednesday struggled to project calm as it became inevitable: Donald Trump is returning to the White […]




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Matsuyama avoids collapse and rallies to win FedEx Cup playoffs opener

With his command of the tournament slipping away, Matsuyama rolled in a 25-foot birdie putt on the 17th hole to regain the lead and then hit two shots as precise as any he hit all day for one last birdie to win a wild PGA Tour postseason opener at the FedEx St. Jude Championship.




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How to go cashless while also avoiding credit card debt

Tracking your spending, using prepaid cards and setting low credit limits can prevent you from spending money you don't have when using digital payment methods.




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3D Printing Podcast – Xometry Speaks On Outsourced 3D Printing – And Avoiding 3D Printing Problems

How to choose? How to 3D Print? Why would Xometry be able to help a firm by being an outsourced 3D Printing bureau? Are there advantages to using a service bureau in general? Speak directly to Greg Paulsen by finding him at www.Xometry.com



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Avoiding Financial Suicide as a Roofing Contractor

Navigating tough economic times is never easy, but don’t make it harder by not being realistic about examining overhead costs.




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Avoiding Common Roofing Contractor Pitfalls

If you take the right steps, these seven common roofing contractor pitfalls can be avoided and your business can thrive.




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IRE 2022 Session Preview: Avoiding Critical Mistakes in Your Roofing Business

In this session, Monroe Porter will review some of the more common problem areas roofing contractors should consider when running their business.




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7 Landmines to Avoid in Your Roofing Business Exit, Part One

Avoid these seven issues with the help of an exit planner so you can gracefully leave your business without outliving your money.




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7 Landmines to Avoid in Your Roofing Business Exit, Part 2

An exit planner can lead you through the tricky process of leaving your business, discovering the various values and taxes that may otherwise be missed.




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VIDEO: Common Safety Hazards to Avoid in Low-Slope Roofing

Safety consultant Tammy Clark reports from a jobsite to remind roofing contractors of hazards to avoid when on a low-slope or flat roof.