Cheap Blood Clot Detection Device
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04-27-2007: Horsehead Nebula
This wide field image of the Horsehead region near the bright star Alnitak in the belt of Orion was taken from the New Forest Observatory, Brockenhurst, England. It was processed by Noel Carboni. The Horsehead Nebula is at center -- click on for a large view. This photo results from a continuing international iternet collaboration for the ... (Read on Source)
SEO Chat Forums - What problem can be with my site
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Search Engine Optimization (Improving Traffice to Your Site)
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DAZ 3D(TM) Announces 'The Next Dimension in 3D Art': Version 6 Proves Carrara Will Be in Every 3D
DAZ 3D, Inc., a leading developer of professional quality 3D models and software, announced today the upcoming release of their popular 3D software, Carrara. This latest version will allow users to choose from an unprecedented array of tools while exploring new dimensions in 3D creation. Carrara 6 provides 3D figure posing and animation, modeling, environment creation, and rendering tools within a single application. Robust, advanced, and easy to use, Carrara 6 is recognized as the complete, all-in-one 3D solution for digital content creators in many industries including magazine, comic book, newspaper, TV and film -- to name a few. (PRWeb Aug 7, 2007) Post Comment:Trackback URL: http://www.prweb.com/pingpr.php/Q3Jhcy1IYWxmLUNvdXAtSGFsZi1UaGlyLVplcm8=
Care About Facebook as a Business?
Then hit this conference. Dave is great, and this is sure to be stimulating.... (Read on Source)
ICANN Establishes Forum on Allocation Methods for Single-letter and Single-digit Domain Names
Yahoo adds media playing, languages to messaging (Reuters)
Reuters - Internet media company Yahoo Inc said on Tuesday it is adding media-playing features, large file transfers, new languages and other tools to its instant messaging service.
FoodSnark Reporting Food Poisoning News and Safety Information in Time for the Holidays
With the holiday season in full swing, parents are concerned about the lead content of the toys Santa is bringing. FoodSnark.com helps families take greater precaution to keep kids safer from food poisoning this holiday season and into the new year. (PRWeb Dec 18, 2007) Post Comment:Trackback URL: http://www.prweb.com/pingpr.php/RW1wdC1TaW5nLVNxdWEtQ3Jhcy1UaGlyLVplcm8=
Big Mods for the Small Eee PC
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Follow-up Or Die - Your Accountant Will Love You Posted By : Arthor Pens
It took me over three years to learn why I had been successful and also why I had been failing so bad in sales. Read this statistic about the importance of following up from an association of professional salesmen.
The Economy Primary
With the electorate increasingly focused on the nation's sagging economy, the fight for "economy voters" has become a central front in the battle for the GOP nomination. In nearly every early-voting state, the winner prevailed among those most concerned about the economy.
Krystal Prepares Guests for Sphenopalatineganglioneuralgia as it Rolls Out New Premium Slush Beverag
Available in seven all-natural flavors, the Krystal Freeze™ debuts March 27 in conjunction with an online campaign that offers guests tips on coping with brain freeze. (PRWeb Mar 27, 2008)
Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Krystal_Freeze/Slush_Beverage/prweb801554.htm
Some Plants Can Adapt To Widespread Climate Change
While many plant species move to a new location or go extinct as a result of climate change, grasslands clinging to a steep, rocky dale-side in Northern England seem to defy the odds and adapt to long-term changes in temperature and rainfall, according to a new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. The 13-year experiment involved subjecting 30 small grassland plots to microclimate manipulation.
Microsoft Worldwide Telescope vs. Google Sky
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New Firefox Plug-In Double-Checks So-Called Unsafe Sites
LinuxInsider: "...the latest version of Firefox has made security a top priority, and it will alert the user if a site you're about to click on appears to be a hacker's hook."
New giant clam species discovered
The scientists believe their findings may represent one of the earliest examples of the over-exploitation of marine organisms by humans. T. costatahas "very peculiar characteristics" that set it apart from two other species of giant clam that are also found in the area. (Read on Source)
How Decoupled is The Innovation Economy From Rest of The Economy?
What a week of market mayhem! How odd having that as the backdrop to the Web 2.0 Expo in New York. We have been sounding alerts about the economic backdrop to our world of innovation for nearly a year. Back in February we wrote that this is not our bubble . Since then, the news from the economy has gotten worse and nobody is suggesting it will ... (Read on Source)
Move Over for My Smartphone, Honey
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Microsoft?s secrecy gameplan tested as more Win7 screenshots leak
As this week ended, more screenshots of an alleged test build marked as ?M3″ (Milestone 3) of Windows 7 leaked across the Web ? something about which neither Microsoft nor some of its testers seem very happy.
Microsoft is believed to have begun releasing M3 builds inside and outside the company to selected testers starting around September 12.
To date, the Windows 7 team has managed to keep a fairly tight lid on test builds. while the M1 build of Windows 7 leaked widely starting at the end of 2007, the M2 build didn?t get much traction. But M3 builds seem to be making their way around; I myself saw one M3 build, thanks to a source of mine, earlier this week.
A Guide Through the Linux Sound API Jungle
Lennart Poettering: "At the Audio MC at the Linux Plumbers Conference one thing became very clear: it is very difficult for programmers to figure out which audio API to use for which purpose and which API not to use when doing audio programming on Linux. So here's my try to guide you through this jungle ..."
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Salesforce.com extends cloud computing service (CNET)
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Are Negative Thoughts Keeping You Overweight?
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Collecting Past Due Payments From Clients
Posted by Sarah Bird, Esquire
May It Please the Mozzers,I want to briefly touch on some collections methods and issues today. This articles assumes you've done the preemptive stuff like have a detailed, signed contract and taken a large deposit to hedge against risk.
A personal guarantee allows you to sue the owner personally for the money owed and not just the business. This is important because a lot of times a business can look cash poor even while the owner is still making a tidy profit. And if the business fails, you can't require the owner to pay you unless the owner has personally guaranteed the contract. A personal guarantee may allow you to garnish the owner's wages and/or put a judgment on the owner's house. (Remember, you only get a 'judgment' if you go to court and win.)
A promissory note is a kind of contract in which the debtor promises to pay a principal amount and interest by a certain date. Again, it's best if the business owner signs the promissory note both as a representative of the business and in his or her personal capacity. You can find sample promissory notes on the web, but if you're nervous about drafting it, hire a lawyer to help you. Keep in mind that it is illegal to charge too high an interest rate, so know your state's laws before trying to charge someone 30% interest!
If your personal collection efforts aren't successful, then you can either (1) turn the account over to a collection agency; (2) take the client to small claims; (3) hire an attorney to write a collection letter for you; or (4) hire an attorney to start a lawsuit for you. These methods are not universally appropriate. Let's look at each one individually:
1. Collection Agency. You can pay a collection company (usually a certain percentage of the collected amount, plus fees) to get the money for you. Collection agencies do nothing but collections all day long, so they are experts at locating the debtor and getting them to pay up. They work with courts and credit rating companies. They are very often successful at collecting at least most of the debt, but not always. You will need to provide the collection company substantiation for the amount, such as the signed contract and a printout of the debtor's account. Collection agencies, in my opinion, are best for smallish debts. Collection agencies are also good if the debtor lives in another state. Just make sure you find a collection agency that's national in scope or in the state where the debtor is located.
2. Small Claims Court. If the debt is small enough and you live in the same area as the debtor, you can take the debtor to small claims court. There are strict limits on the dollar amount you can ask for in small claims. Regardless, I wanted to put this option in the list in the event that you have problems with smaller amounts. Also, you have to bring the small claims action where the debtor is located. Thus, this is really only an option if the debtor is local to you. Attorneys aren't allowed in small claims court.
3. Attorney Debt Collection Letter. Some debtors are really intimidated by letters from attorneys. Maybe it's the letterhead? Maybe it's because it shows how serious you are about the matter? Some attorneys will charge a nominal fee to write a threatening collection letter on your behalf. The price could range anywhere from $50 to $350. If you have a pre-existing relationship with an attorney, she may give you a better deal. Note: some debtors get nasty letters from attorneys all the time so they are not particularly moved by them. Thus, attorney-drafted collection letters don't work every time, but they do work sometimes. When they do, it's a great deal for you because it means you didn't have to pay commissions, just a one-time fee!
4. Have your attorney file a lawsuit. If the debtor doesn't respond to a collection letter from you or your attorney, you can hire an attorney to sue the debtor for you. Sometimes, unfortunately, the only way to get paid is to start a lawsuit. This is a last resort because it is expensive and uncertain. It's only worth it if you are owed a large amount, the debtor has the actual ability to pay (you can't bleed a turnip!), and you have good substantiating evidence of the debt (a promissory note would be ideal). It's also much more attractive if your contract with the debtor allows you to get attorneys fees and costs in the event of a dispute. That way, you can ask the debtor to pay your attorneys fees as well. Take a look at your contract because if it allows you to collect attorneys fees and costs, then a lawsuit is a much more attractive option. Lastly, be sure and hire an attorney who works in the state (preferably the county) where the debtor resides. Generally, you have to sue the debtor where he or she lives. Thus, you need an attorney who is licensed to practice law in that state and comfortable in those courts.
One final note about using a collection agency versus an attorney: a lot of people like collection agencies because they require minimal payment up front; you only pay omission if they collect. On the other hand, attorneys require you to pay a retainer up front.
There's no exactly right or wrong way to go about this, so just do a little research about what commission (and fees!) a collection agency would charge you, and whether your contract allows you to recover attorneys fees. You can also switch tactics. Sometimes clients would ask me to sue the debtor after a collection agency was unsuccessful collecting the money.
I'm going to end on an important piece of advice: Sometimes it's better to just let go. Never forget that we're emotional beings and often get carried away by them. Don't let your feelings of anger, guilt, and revenge drive you to pursue a debt beyond what is permitted by debtor's laws or just good financial sense. Learning to let go is also an important skill that needs to be developed over time.
I hope this post helped broaden your collections horizons and made you aware of some important collections issues. Please let me know if you have follow-up questions or concerns.
Respectfully,
Sarah
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