Like fireworks but quieter

 

Happ-Bee Independence Day!

 

Bees in flowers fascinate me.

Donations

Why does my couch look like this, and how can you help?

This month's community service project is helping to fill a shipping container with medical supplies for a Medical & Dental Clinic in disaster-struck Lebanon. You Can Help Too!

Have you got anything that you no longer use but that a clinic uses, such as...
* Wheelchairs, walkers, crutches ...
* Consumables such as gauze, pads, vinyl gloves ...
* Over-The-Counter medications and vitamins
* If a clinic uses it, they need it!

If you're in Western Washington and can get it to me, I'll get it to them (I'm in Seattle, the collection point is in Marysville). Otherwise ... check out the Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/.../ls/38SQY7GQ4R5EK/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex [For the "Ship-To" pick "SCM C/O CostPlus Furniture's Gift Registry Address"] That's a handy way to ensure your donations go directly into something that will change a life for the better - imagine how you would feel as a patient receiving such a gift!

To learn more about the clinic, see https://www.scmmedicalmissions.org/.../lebanon-free-clinic/

Yours in service ... Randy See less

Gus, A Neighbor Cat

 

Gus is the monochromatic version of his brother Brownie, who are my little buddies, perhaps because sometimes I feed them when their humans are out of town

Alyssum and BLM

Alyssum and more on the wall with a BLM sign.

Car Free

I have been six months without a car, more or less by choice. It is now a lifestyle.
My wonderful 1999 Saturn SL1, purchased new and run 218,000 miles, needed a new trani and it's hard to get parts. I chose to let it go and see how life goes in West Seattle without one. Thank you faithful friend; you have served me well.
1. My feet can take me to all the groceries I need. I have learned to shop for as much as fits in my backpack, and if I need more, then go back tomorrow. The round trip is 3100 steps, which is a good start on my daily 10,000.
2. Our bus system takes me wherever else I need to go. I'm getting a lot more reading in than I did when I drove everywhere.
3. Every now and then I can rent a car for a day with unlimited mileage. It's way cheaper than owning it all the time.
I can see that this lifestyle would not be for everyone. I have the time to walk a lot - and need the exercise; the bus and convenient stores are key; I don't have anyone depending on me to provide transportation. However, for me this has been pretty much a plus, especially when I see the money I am not spending on gas,

Free Continuing Legal Education webinars - July+ 2023

Dear friends and colleagues - Here’s this month’s edition of the Free CLE Webinar calendar for you to use and share with your colleagues. As always, every listing is free but not every one is approved for credit everywhere. You may be able to self-apply for credit in your jurisdiction. Let me know if you find an problem or - best of all! - some new provider’s program to list!

July Free CLE

July 3:
* Breached! Cybersecurity 101. By LexisNexis. Also Jul 10,17+25.
July 6:
* Moving from Cultural Competence to Cultural Humility: A Lifelong Learning Practice. By WSBA.
July 7:
* Marijuana in the Workplace: An Update and a Look Forward. By LexisNexis. Also Jul 14+24.
July 10:
* Breached! Cybersecurity 101. By LexisNexis. Also Jul 17+25.
July 11:
* How To Use AI in Your Firm (With Examples!). By Clio.
* Cybersecurity and Lawyer Ethics. By WSBA.
* Building Strong Client Relationships: Strategies for Attorneys. By Smokeball.
* Wrongful Convictions: Causes and Remedies - The Innocence Project. By Minnesota Law Library.
* The Intersection of Cannabis and Corporate Law: Navigating Complex Federal and State Laws. By The Knowledge Group.
* Trends to Watch in Environmental Law. By LexisNexis.
* Demystifying Subrogation in Quebec, and the Bedrock of Recovery Claims: the Insured Location. By Cozen O'Connor.
* Legal Evolution: Analytics and Artificial Intelligence in the Law. By LexisNexis. Also Jul 18+21.
July 12:
* Innovations in Deposition Technology. By Veritext.
* ESG Backlash in the United States: Litigation Risks. By Dechert.
* Eliminating Bias in the Legal Profession. By LexisNexis. Also Jul 28.
July 13:
* The Cyberthreat Landscape for Law Firms 2023 Mid-Year Report. By Alta Pro.
* Exploring Legal Research with Fastcase. By Fastcase.
* Expungement and Sealing for Southern Illinois Pro Bono Volunteers. By Public Interest Law Initiative.
* M&A Year In Review: Utilizing Research Tools To Identify Trends in the Deal Market. By LexisNexis.
* Expungement and Sealing for Southern Illinois Pro Bono Volunteers. By PILI.
July 14:
* Leveraging Technology to Prepare Briefs with Greater Efficiency and Accuracy. By LexisNexis.
* Marijuana in the Workplace: An Update and a Look Forward. By LexisNexis. Also Jul 24.
July 17:
* Addressing Legal Challenges in Cross-Border Asset Recovery. By The Knowledge Group.
* Breached! Cybersecurity 101. By LexisNexis. Also Jul 25.
July 18:
* 2023 Brings Multiple Waves of Additional Studies Regarding Mesotheliomas and Other Cancers Caused Solely by Genomic Factors. By Perrin.
* AI for Lawyers: Ethical Concerns and Best Practices. By LexisNexis.
* Exploring the Business Valuation Landscape: Key Considerations. By The Knowledge Group.
* The Theory and Practice of Cross-Examination in International Arbitration for Korean Practitioners. By Dechert.
* Legal Evolution: Analytics and Artificial Intelligence in the Law. By LexisNexis. Also Jul 21.
* Protecting, Clearing, and Enforcing Trademarks in International Trade. By Harris Bricken.
July 19:
* Operating a Thriving & Successful Family Law Practice. By LawPay.
* Digging for Treasure: Company Research Strategies for Attorneys. By Witkin Law Library.
* Subrogation Opportunities Connected to Construction Claims. By Cozen O'Connor.
* SECURE Act 2.0: A Comprehensive Guide to Prepare for Potential Changes. By The Knowledge Group.
* An Update on Marijuana laws in Minnesota. By Washington County Law Library.
July 20:
* ESG Lawsuits: Exploring Emerging Areas of Risk. By Bloomberg.
* Due Diligence in Intellectual Property Transactions. By LexisNexis.
* On Square Pegs and Round Holes: Exploring Neurodiversity in the Legal Profession. By Dakota County Law Library.
* What to Expect in Securities Litigation & Enforcement. By The Knowledge Group.
July 21:
* Legal Evolution: Analytics and Artificial Intelligence in the Law. By LexisNexis.
July 24:
* Marijuana in the Workplace: An Update and a Look Forward. By LexisNexis.
July 25:
* Banking Law Fundamentals. By LexisNexis.
* Exploring the AI Patent Landscape: Emerging Top Trends and Shifts to Watch For. By The Knowledge Group.
* Early Family Mediation. By WSBA.
* Breached! Cybersecurity 101. By LexisNexis.
July 26:
* Diving Deeper into Legal Research Potential: Advanced Online Legal Research Concepts. By LexisNexis.
July 27:
* Social Media in the Workplace: What Could Possibly Go Wrong?. By LexisNexis.
* Discretionary Denial and Beyond: Recent Developments in AIA Trial Practice. By Fitch Even.
* Mastering b Legal Research Techniques - Monthly Fastcase Webinar. By Fastcase.
July 28:
* Eliminating Bias in the Legal Profession. By LexisNexis.

August Free CLE

August 1:
* Cyber Law and Cybersecurity Insurance 101. By LexisNexis.
* Effective Approaches in Working with Traumatized Clients. By WSBA.
August 3
* Trends to Watch in Antitrust Law. By LexisNexis.
August 8:
* Piercing The Corporate Veil: Prevention & Litigation. By LexisNexis.
* Growth Summit: Unlock Your Law Firm's Potential. By Clio.
August 9:
* Groundbreaking Video Technology: From Advanced Web Cams to Detecting Deep Fakes. By Veritext.
August 10:
* AI for Attorneys: Chat GPT and Beyond. By Smokeball.
* Hair Relaxer Litigation – An Update. By Perrin.
* Exploring Legal Research with Fastcase. By Fastcase.
* Cybersecurity: An Attorney's Ethical Duty. By LexisNexis.
August 11:
* The Evolving Practice of Racial Exclusion: How White Minnesota Residents Adapted to State and Federal Court Decisions and Legislation During the 20th Century. By Minnesota State Law Library.
August 15:
* Researching Experts and Judges. By LexisNexis.
* Reducing Stigma to Avoid Burnout. By Minnesota State Law Library.
August 16:
* Collaborative Law. By Washington County Law Library.
August 17:
* Leveraging Technology to Prepare Briefs with Greater Efficiency and Accuracy. By LexisNexis.
* Tax Research FAQs: Tips on the What, Where, and How of Locating Tax Authority. By LexisNexis.
August 22:
* HIPAA - Understanding Enforcement, Penalties & Research Strategies. By LexisNexis.
August 23:
* Paid in Full: Tips for Ethical Billing & Avoiding Fee Disputes with Clients. By Attorney Protective.
August 24:
* Renewable Energy Developments in the U.S.. By LexisNexis.
* Mastering Advanced Legal Research Techniques - Monthly Fastcase Webinar. By Fastcase.
August 29:
* Bankruptcy Fundamentals. By LexisNexis.

September Free CLE

September 12:
* Mastering Microsoft Word: Tips and Tricks for Legal Professionals. By Smokeball.
* AI's Transformation of the Practice of Law, Access to Justice, and the Judiciary. By Minnesota State Law Library.
September 13:
* Data Security Ethics for Law Firms. By Veritext.
September 14:
* Leveraging Technology to Prepare Briefs with Greater Efficiency and Accuracy. By LexisNexis.
* Exploring Legal Research with Fastcase. By Fastcase.
September 15:
* A Handy Primer on Drafting and Updating Employee Handbooks. By LexisNexis.
September 20:
* Ethical Concerns - Conducting Research via Open Web. By LexisNexis.
* Washington County Law Library CLE. By Washington County Law Library.
September 22:
* Research Skills for IP Litigation. By LexisNexis.
September 27:
* Stay in Your Lane: The Ethics of Legal Marketing on the Information Superhighway. By Attorney Protective.
* National Security Review of Foreign Investment Transactions. By LexisNexis.
September 28:
* Mastering Advanced Legal Research Techniques - Monthly Fastcase Webinar. By Fastcase.
September 29:
* Finance Law Fundamentals. By LexisNexis.

October Free CLE

October 12:
* Leveraging Technology to Prepare Briefs with Greater Efficiency and Accuracy. By LexisNexis.
* Exploring Legal Research with Fastcase. By Fastcase.
October 18:
* What Lies Beneath: Identifying Potential Legal Malpractice Exposure. By Attorney Protective.
* Social Media - Discovery, Ethics, Evidence & Sanctions. By Veritext.
October 26:
* Mastering Advanced Legal Research Techniques - Monthly Fastcase Webinar. By Fastcase.

November Free CLE

November 9:
* Exploring Legal Research with Fastcase. By Fastcase.
November 14:
* Leveraging Technology to Prepare Briefs with Greater Efficiency and Accuracy. By LexisNexis.
November 15:
* Wrapping up Loose Ends: Ethical Considerations for Stepping Away From Your Practice. By Attorney Protective.
* Complex Cases Simplified: Gaining Logistical Control from Calendaring to Courtroom. By Veritext.
November 30:
* Mastering Advanced Legal Research Techniques - Monthly Fastcase Webinar. By Fastcase.

December Free CLE

December 5:
* Seal the Deal: Effective Settlement Agreements to Resolve Your Case. By Attorney Protective.
December 7:
* Leveraging Technology to Prepare Briefs with Greater Efficiency and Accuracy. By LexisNexis.

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Toyota Sun Pentagram

 My morning walk was with Julie after her morning meeting. We walked around Delridge, saw that the donut store was not open, and explored some streets I have not walk down. Of several interesting images, the one that sticks in my mind is the Pentagram created by the sun shining on a Toyota hubcap.

What does it mean?!?!?! lol