Archive for December 2016
Ounce of Prevention for the New Year
Benjamin Franklin was quoted as saying “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” The American Heritage® New Dictionary of Cultural Literacy, Third Edition, defines this quote as meaning that “a little precaution before a crisis occurs is preferable to a lot of fixing up afterward.” Many people will start a new business…
Read MoreContingency Fees-How They Work-Why They Are Important
Contingency fees, in the words of a recent court decision, provide “access to counsel for individuals who would otherwise have difficulty obtaining representation”. Litigation is expensive and time consuming. Those injured by the negligence of another, while on the job, or simply disabled, often cannot afford to hire an attorney on an hourly basis. Under a…
Read MoreClient Spotlight: The Reading Solutions for All Learning Lab
Reading is a fundamental skill which is necessary to function in American society. Without the ability to read, individuals will have difficulty filling out applications or following the directions for taking prescription medications. Many jobs require reading as a part of job performance. Consequently, people are often limited in what they can accomplish without good reading…
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