Category Archives: General Public Interest
Health Care – Should Your Doctor Decide?
In years past, a doctor had the authority and power to decide what treatment and/or modality was appropriate. Each health care provider chose the remedy, relief &/or intervention based upon the following: (1) a specific diagnosis; (2) a tentative diagnosis [provisional]; &/or (3) a differential diagnosis [generally, that which relates to multiple conditions or causes … Read More
Do Older Drivers Have More Accidents?
According to a recent study of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, drivers 70 years or older, who make up about 10% of the population, are less likely to be involved in auto accidents and less likely to be seriously injured or killed. It is anticipated that by 2050, the number of people in this … Read More
Update on the Right to Carry a Concealed Weapon
In the recent case of Edward Peruta vs. County of San Diego, 10-56971, (February, 2014), the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals held a private citizen may carry a firearm in public for self-defense pursuant to the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. As a general rule, one previously could not carry a concealed … Read More
Handshake or Fist Bumping – Which Do You Prefer and Why?
Most of us will agree a handshake is the best way to express a connection with another person. It is a way to send a message; whether in addition to a verbal “hi” or “hello” it is most often deemed a sign of thoughtfulness &/or affection. Although many individuals may not like to be touched, … Read More
What are the Rights of Transgender Students in California?
Effective January 1, 2014, transgender students in kindergarten through the 12th grade must be accommodated. The new law prohibits public schools from discriminating on the basis of gender, gender identity and/or gender expression. This means public school students must be allowed to play on sports teams, participate in extracurricular activities and choose which bathrooms and … Read More
Should You Sign Up for a Store Credit Card (this holiday season)?
Have you ever purchased an item at a store and the salesperson asks “would you like to apply for a (name of the store) credit card? If so, you can save (they will stipulate anywhere from 5%-20%) on this purchase.” One issue to consider is whether you should first survey credit cards in the open … Read More