The Weekly Reporter May 21, 2009 Issue by John Gabriel

$50 Million Dollar Lawsuit Filed Against Costco .................................................... John Gabriel, Award Winning Writer jgabriel@theweeklyreporter.com

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Costco Wholesale Corporation of Issaquah, Washington is facing a lawsuit filed in San Diego California on Friday May 15th. The suit asks for $50 million dollars minimum punitive damages from the giant warehouse club. The case was filed in the San Diego County Superior Court. Mary Pytelewski, a full-time clerk who’s worked nearly a decade in Costco’s warehouse in San Marcos, California, filed the suit today on behalf of herself and all other similarly situated Costco employees. She and the class are represented in the matter by David W. Sanford and Steven L. Wittels of Sanford Wittels & Heisler LLP and Ed Chapin and Jill Sullivan, Of Counsel to Sanford Wittels & Heisler LLP, along with other affiliate counsel. Mr. Sanford is resident in the firm’s Washington, D.C. office; Mr. Wittels is resident in the firm’s New York City office; and Mr. Chapin and Ms. Sullivan are resident in San Diego. The complaint alleges that Costco has routinely prevented its employees from leaving at the end of the day. It alleges that the workers were required to wait for fifteen minutes each night after the end of their workday so managers within the company could remove jewelry from cases and check the cash registers. “Costco makes the false claim that locking these employees inside its warehouses until store managers and supervisors complete their closing routines is necessary for store security,” said Silence Breaking Story

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Bolingbrook Trustees

Angered When Questioned .................................................... Ralph LaPorte rlaporte@theweeklyreporter.com ....................................................

Trustee Schanks explained that a thick packet of information relating to the expenses used to be prepared but no longer is. Mayor Claar said the information is available on Fridays for examination by anyone who wishes to examine it. When Kurowski-Alicea complained that she has not been able to examine the information the mayor said she can come to the village hall on Fri-

The May 12th Bolingbrook Village Board Meeting became the scene of anger and personal attacks as Trustees lashed out at citizens wanting answers to questions. Only minutes before the public comments segment of the board meeting Mayor Roger Claar, Clerk Carol Penning, and Trustees Sandra Swinkunas, Michael Lawler, and Joseph Morelli were sworn in by Judge Paula Gomora to serve new terms in their respective offices. Former mayoral write-in candidate Bonnie KurowskiAlicea put her first question to Trustee Morelli. She wanted to know if he examined the expenses he voted to approve for payment earlier in the meeting. He said he had received the information Robert Bowen’s questions angered board members about the expenses. Kurowski-Alicea asked if that was in an email or in a packet; he said days to look at it. She asked if it was going to be made available he got a packet. Trustee Patricia Schanks put to the public online but no one the veracity of that statement responded. Mayor Claar prointo question when she sponta- vided a copy of the exhibits to neously responded that packets her. are no longer distributed “as a Kurowski-Alicea believes the Trustees are blindly approving cost cutting measure.” what are referred to vague-

ly as Exhibits A and B. She pressed the Mayor and he said he makes a copy of the information available before each meeting so anyone who wants to see it can examine its contents. She wanted to know if it is available on the website. It is not. Kurowski-Alicea says it is $2.3 million dollars that was spent without explanation and approved by trustees who don’t seem to have a clue as to what they are approving. Trustee Ricardo Morales asked her if she intends to attend each and every meeting to disrupt it. The lady’s conduct was very controlled and was not disruptive in any manner except that her direct questions made some trustees uncomfortable. Supporters of the administration rose and applauded as though sanctioning secrecy in government. Resident Robert Bowen wanted to know why Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests are routinely denied without an explanation or without instructions as to the right to appeal the denial. He cited an example of a request for information about a company doing business with the village. It took a number of requests to obtain the data and it was not supplied for 10 weeks. He pointed out that the 70 days it took to get action was far from Silence Breaking Story Continued

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Will County celebrates National Preservation Month with sign ceremony

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JOLIET – There were smiles and congratulations all around as Will County celebrated the placement of the final sign denoting it as a Preserve America community. May is National Preservation Month, an appropriate time for the celebration. “This Place Matters!” is the theme of the celebration sponsored by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Will County Executive Larry Walsh said before Thursday morning’s ceremony, “It’s obvious that we believe this year’s national theme. From my office, to the Land Use Department headed by Curt Paddock, the Historic Preservation Commission chaired by Virginia Ferry, the County Board which has supported these efforts, not only do we know that this place matters, but we’re willing to put in the work needed to support the words.” The County received the designation from then-first lady Laura Bush in 2008. It is the only county in Illinois to have earned the designation. It joins seven communities in the state, including Lockport, to be so honored. Will County obtained signs like the one posted at the County Office Building that the Highway Department has posted at 17 entrances to the county. The Preserve America distinction provides numerous benefits for the County. Benefits include: White House

recognition; eligibility to apply for Preserve America grants; inclusion in the Preserve America website directory; inclusion in national and regional press releases; and official notification of designation to state tourism offices and visitor’s bureau. Will County’s Preserve America status opened up new funding opportunities and in 2008, it received a $25,000 Preserve America grant to continue its rural structures survey project. This month, the County utilized the funding to launch its rural structures survey project in Wilmington and Jackson Townships. Since the National Trust for Historic Preservation created Preservation Week in 1971 to spotlight grassroots preservation efforts in America, it has grown into an annual celebration observed by small towns and big cities with events ranging from architectural and historic tours and award ceremonies, to fundraising events, educational programs and heritage travel opportunities. Due to its popularity, in 2005, the National Trust for Historic Preservation extended the celebration to the entire month to provide an even longer opportunity to celebrate the diverse and

unique heritage of our country’s cities and states, and enable more Americans to become involved in the growing preservation movement. Although Will County’s 2008 Preserve America community designation is recent, the County has been engaged in efforts to incorporate the preservation of the County’s historic and cultural assets in its growth and development plans for 17 years. Will County adopted its Historic Preservation Ordinance in 1992, which established the nine-member Will County Historic Preservation Commission as well as the County’s Register of Historic Places. Amy Munro, manager of the Will County Historic Preservation Commission, said, “The Commission, under the leadership of the County Executive, County Board and, most importantly, Will County residents, works together to protect, enhance, and enjoy the places that matter to them.” Learn more about National Preservation Month at www.PreservationNation.org/PreservationMonth and Preserve America at www. preserveamerica.gov/. Learn more about Will County’s historic preservation program at www.willcountylanduse.com/HPC/.

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Are You Neglecting Your 403(b) Plan? is appropriate for your risk tolerance and time horizon. Given these features, why aren’t more people participating in their 403(b) plans? One key reason seems to be that many eligible employees, especially Are you a teacher? Or are you em- teachers, also are covered by a penployed by a non-profit organization? sion plan — and they think a pension, In either case, you may have a 403(b) combined with Social Security, may retirement plan available to you. Your be enough to meet their retirement in403(b) is similar to 401(k) plans offered come goals. by companies, yet some evidence sug- But that’s probably not true. You’ll gests that participation in 403(b) plans likely need at least 80 percent of your is lower than that found in 401(k)s. If working income during retirement — you’re not taking advantage of your and that figure could easily rise, de403(b), you may want to reconsider — pending on your retirement lifestyle. because your plan can provide a big Consequently, you will need to exploit boostThursday to your retirement savings. every & single avenue of retirement savApril 30th Friday May 1st If you’re not familiar with a 403(b), ings — including your 403(b) plan. you’ll want to understand the key ben- In 2009, you can defer up to $16,500 efits: of your salary to a 403(b), plus an ad • Tax-deferred earnings — Your ditional $5,500 if you’re 50 or older. money grows on a tax-deferred basis, You can put in another $3,000 if you which means it can accumulate faster have 15 or more years of service with than if it were placed in an investment a qualified organization and you conon which you paid taxes every year. tributed, on average, less than $5,000 a • Pre-tax contributions — Typically, year to your 403(b) plan. you fund your 403(b) with pre-tax dol- Of course, you may not be able to lars, so the more you put in, the lower put in the maximum annual amount to your annual taxable income. (Some your 403(b) plan. But if your employer 403(b) plans may allow a Roth option, matches part of your contributions, which allows your earnings to grow you should at least consider contributtax-free, provided you meet certain ing enough to earn the match — othconditions. However, your contribu- erwise, you’re walking away from “free tions are made with after-tax dollars.) money.” • Variety of investment options — While it’s often a good idea to conYou should have a variety of invest- tribute to your 403(b), you may find ment choices with which to fund your some extra challenges in 2009, because 403(b), so you can build a portfolio that .............................................................. Mary Jo Ardizzone Maryjo.ardizzone@edwardjones.com Edward Jones | www.edwardjones.com ..............................................................

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Mary Gorski, a fourth grade student at Arbury Hills School in Mokena, earned the Illinois and Northern Indiana School Safety Patroller of the Year award from AAA, Chicago. Mary won this honor after Arbury Hills’ School submitted her name as the best candidate to represent and promote their School Safety Patrol program. Mary Gorski will be recognized with patrollers from other states at the National AAA School Safety Patrol award event in Washington, D.C. to be held May 18-20. Mary will be accompanied by both her parents, John and Jean Gorski, who are both active participants in the Frankfort/ Mokena community. John currently serves as a Frankfort Township Committeeman for the Republican Party. He and his wife, Jean, are devoted to their family, church, and community.

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the rules governing 403(b) plans have changed. Previously, your plan may have allowed you to invest with several 403(b) providers, or “vendors,” and you could make tax-free transfers between them. Under new IRS rules, however, you can now move assets from one vendor to another only if both vendors are on your plan’s “approved” list. Consequently, many employers will likely reduce the number of 403(b) vendors and investment options, so you’ll have to evaluate the new “approved vendor” list to see which vendors would be most fitting for your financial goals. In any case, if you aren’t already contributing to your 403(b), start now. And if you already are participating in your plan, make sure you’re getting the most out of it — someday, you’ll be glad you did. This article was written by Edward Jones on behalf of your Edward Jones financial advisor. Edward Jones, its employees and financial advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. You should consult with a qualified tax or legal specialist for professional advice on your specific situation.

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The Successful Method to Growing Young ................................................................. ARAcontent info@theweeklyreporter.com .................................................................

The Senior Services Center of Will County will be hosting its 14th Annual Golf Outing on Wednesday, July 8th starting at 8:00am at the Mistwood Golf Course located in Romeoville. This event is open to all ages. Early Bird Registration is now under way! Golfers who register by June 10th will save $20.00 towards their registration. The cost is $105.00 per golfer and $420.00 for a foursome. Early bird registration assures you will have a spot to play and saves a little cash. All proceeds go towards funding of our many senior benefiting programs and services provided by the agency. REGISTER TODAY! Again this year, participants will en-

joy a round of “scramble” golf, complimentary breakfast, lunch at the turn, and a reception with buffet dinner. They’ll also be able to participate in skill contests, raffles, and each will receive a goodie bag. Prizes will be awarded to the winning teams and to golfers in other specific categories, including longest putt and longest drive. Persons interested in pre-registration or sponsorship opportunities are asked to contact Carletta Seay at (815) 7239713 or toll free at 1-800-892-1412. You can also register on-line at www. willcountyseniors.org/golfouting.htm. The Senior Services Center is a United Way of Will & Grundy County agency.

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(ARA) - As we grow older, we look forward to the changes that life brings -- retirement, grandchildren, financial security and travel. Other changes that we might not accept so readily are the aches, pains and mental slowdowns that leave us longing for the good old days of our youth. We think we have to put up with degeneration when aging, but that is not true. Staying active is key for a healthy lifestyle, but what else can we do to benefit our bodies as we age?

The human growth hormone (HGH) might be a key element in feeling your best as you age. When HGH was first discovered, its only purpose was thought to be to stimulate body growth to adult size. Recent studies have found that one of the main reasons the body ages is because of the decrease in HGH, which helps the body regenerate. It is possible that aging symptoms -rise in blood glucose, high blood pressure and even skin wrinkles -- can be treated by maintaining HGH levels in the body. Receptor sites for HGH exist in almost every cell in the human body, so regeneration and healing effects can be quite comprehensive. Until now, HGH therapy was injectable, costly and messy, available only

to celebrities and the very wealthy. In 1997, a group of doctors and scientists developed an all-natural source-product which causes your own natural HGH to be released again. GHR, manufactured by GlobalHealth Products, is a capsule that works as a natural releaser for HGH. It has no known side effects, unlike the synthetic version, and has no known drug interactions. Aging baby boomers and seniors can feel young again by realizing HGH potential. Some think that HGH is so comprehensive in its healing and regenerative powers that it has the capability to displace many prescription and nonprescription drugs. HGH is known to

help treat hemorrhoids, autoimmune diseases, macular degeneration, cataracts, fibromyalgia, angina, chronic fatigue, diabetic-neuropathy, hepatitis C, chronic constipation, high blood pressure, sciatica, kidney dialysis, and heart and stroke recovery. As seniors and others deal with health care coverage problems, it is important to look at what you can do for yourself to ensure your healthiness. HGH can be particularly helpful to the elderly who, given a choice, would rather stay happy, healthy and independent in their own home. HGH gives the possibility of real health, not just treating sickness. For more information on HGH and the GHR capsule please visit www.BIEHealth.us or call (877) 849-4777.

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Physicians Demand Iran Release AIDS Doctors

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(ARA) - If you are one of the 27 million Americans who suffer with joint pain from osteoarthritis (OA), you are not alone. Eighty-four percent of OA sufferers report joint pain as an intrusive part of their daily lives, which prevents them from participating in activities including yard work, driving and household chores. Additionally, over half haven’t been able to participate in sports as much as they’d like, according to a new independent study funded by Elations, a fruit-flavored glucosamine and chondroitin drink. These daily experiences of aches and pains can be attributed to “Boomeritis,” an increase of joint aches, pains, injuries and ailments experienced by older active adults as they reach their 40s, 50s and beyond. The term Boomeritis was coined in 1999 by Dr. Nicholas A. DiNubile, an orthopedic surgeon at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. “This year marks the 10-year anniversary of Boomeritis, and it’s time to take action,” says Andrea Metcalf, nationally recognized baby boomer fitness expert and trainer. “Overcoming OA and battling the effects of Boomeritis means making the effort to exercise, supplement and practice small steps daily to help your body slow down the deterioration of joint and bone strength that naturally comes with aging.” To win the battle over Boomeritis, Metcalf recommends six steps: * Practice anti-inflammatory living. Reduce joint inflammation and discomfort by eating a diet that includes lean proteins, fresh fruits and vegetables

and highly absorbable glucosamine and chondroitin supplements such as Elations. When taken daily it can help relieve joint discomfort in just six days. Learn more at www.elations.com. * Do two yoga poses. Tree pose and downward dog really help balance your body. Yoga in general helps calm the body. The tree pose (standing on one leg, place left foot on the inside of the right leg with hands in a prayer position at chest) helps strengthen the lower body and core while the downward dog (hands on ground out in front with hips high and heels down) helps stretch the hamstrings and lower back. * Get moving. Try to move your body at least 10 minutes after each meal or three times a day. Everyone needs regular exercise, which helps keep your muscles toned and joints flexible. * Stretch on all fours. The “pointer” is a move done on hands and knees involving one arm reaching forward and the opposite leg reaching back. Hold for at least four counts and repeat on the other side. This move helps strengthen the core and the back for better posture. * Get your five-a-day. Make sure you are getting your five servings of fruits and vegetables a day. They contain essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber that may help protect you from chronic diseases and help you maintain your weight. Go to www.fruitsandveggiesmatter.gov for helpful tips on how you can get your daily servings. * Get at least six hours of sleep per night. Proper rest and recovery aids the body’s ability to rebuild and rejuvenate. Studies have shown that adults who sleep six to seven hours a night live longer.

New York, NY (Vocus/PRWEB ) May 12, 2009 -- A Nobel Peace Prize laureate organization and a coalition of health and human rights activists held simultaneous events in New York, Washington, DC, and 20 countries on Tuesday to call for the release of two Iranian physicians imprisoned since June. Physicians for Human Rights (PHR) organized the “Global Day of Action for the Alaeis” to demand the release of Drs. Kamiar and Arash Alaei, worldrenowned HIV/ AIDS specialists who were indicted in December by the Iranian government on charges of communicating with an “enemy government.” The rallies and PHR’s campaign work on behalf of the Alaei brothers were noted in editorials in Tuesday’s New York Times, Los Angeles Times and Boston Globe. The brothers traveled across the US and the world to share Iran’s model of HIV prevention and treatment. The Iranian government alleges they were working to recruit people to foment a “velvet revolution.” “Such allegations hurt the future of public health and indicate a dangerous trend toward punishing health professionals for working in the US or having US citizenship,” said Sarah Kalloch,

PHR’s Director of Outreach. “Physicians for Human Rights believes that treating AIDS is not a crime--it’s good medicine.” In January, Kamiar and Arash Alaei were sentenced to prison terms of three and six years respectively in Tehran’s notorious Evin Prison. According to sources close to the brothers’ case, the appellate court received their appeals on March 17 and the following day--without a hearing--rejected their appeals and upheld their sentences. Their attorney, Massoud Shaffiie filed a final appeal on May 7 to Iran’s judiciary chief Ayatollah Mahmoud Hashemi Shahrudi under Article 118 of the Iranian Constitution. “It appears that the jailing of people on trumped-up charges has more to do with appeasing the conservatives in advance of Iran’s national elections in June,” said Jonathan Hutson, PHR’s Chief Communications Officer. “The case of these physicians is part of a crackdown on international scientific and academic exchange, which undermines efforts of all who seek to protect the health of the Iranian people.” Silence Breaking Story Continued

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Air National Guard Evaluates Rockwell Collins C-130s Data Link System Tucson, Ariz. (Vocus/PRWEB ) Rockwell Collins (www.rockwellcollins.com) recently demonstrated a lowcost solution to enable U.S. Air Force C-130 aircraft to fully participate in multiple tactical situational awareness networks. The Air National Guard, Air Force Reserve Command Test Center and Air Force Reserve Command utilized the Rockwell Collins AN/ARC-210 radio and the Raytheon Company’s

Situational Awareness Data Link (SADL) to provide beyond-line-of-sight and line-of-sight network information. This information was integrated in the Rockwell Collins Data Link Processor, featuring OpenEdge™ software, and was displayed on the Rockwell Collins Flight Information Management System (FIMS). The FIMS provided the aircraft’s position and location of other aircraft participating in the network on a moving map to the pilot and co-pilot, as well as text chat and mission assignments from a command and control facility. A standard Air Force laptop

computer was used by the navigator, mirroring the same capabilities as the FIMS. The FIMS is also capable of processing and displaying electronic charts, real-time graphical weather, live video feeds via data link, and aircraft management applications. Rockwell Collins’ OpenEdge solutions enhance mission effectiveness of tactical units by providing situational awareness and battlespace collaboration capabilities using currently deployed network and communication infrastructure. These capabilities provide near-term, affordable Net Centric Operations functionality to the tactical edge users. “This successful flight test validates our ability to utilize low-cost, off-theshelf products to provide real-time situational awareness to the aircrew,” said Phil Jasper, vice president and general manager of Mobility and Rotary Wing Solutions. “Our expertise in integrating situational awareness and network communications onto existing aircraft enabled this concept to become a reality.” Rockwell Collins (NYSE: COL) is a pioneer in the development and deployment of innovative navigation, communication and aviation electronic solutions for both commercial and government applications. The company employs nearly 20,000 people.

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Senate Bill 94 Threatens Citizens’ Foreclosure Rights

Irvine, CA (Vocus/PRWEB ) May 12, 2009 -- United Law Group, a leading provider of legal foreclosure prevention and foreclosure litigation services issued a statement today against SB 94 stating that the bill threatens the very rights it claims to protect. Authored by Senator Ron Calderon to prevent unethical loan modification companies from charging an upfront fee for services, the bill includes language that would prevent citizens from obtaining legal representation for foreclosure prevention and during foreclosure litigation proceedings. “The people behind the bill claim that it protects Americans who are working hard to achieve the American dream,” said Sean Rutledge, Managing Director for United Law Group. “Unfortunately, while SB 94 comes out strongly against unscrupulous businesses, it also attacks the very people whose job it is to represent our citizens. Unless it is stopped, this bill will force ordinary citizens to represent themselves during the complex foreclosure process. The result: more foreclosures and more homeless Americans.” “Supporters of the bill claim that Obama’s administration put plans in place to help and that modification scam artists are diverting consumer attention from legitimate sources of assistance,” said Richard Stinstrom, Senior Litigation Attorney for United Law Group. “The reality is that the government programs have done little to provide real solutions to honest citizens.” In an article on ML-Implode.com, feature columnist Martin Andelman reported that roughly seven months into the Homeowner’s HOPE™ Hotline HUD just one mortgage had been modified. Legal foreclosure prevention services, on the other hand, offer a genuine service to the consumer according to the group. These services also pose a sig-

nificant threat to banks. United Law Group helped over 500 families since January of this year. For Gail Talbert of Los Angeles, CA this meant a principal reduction of $207,186 and a modification of mortgage terms from an ARM at 9.00% to a 30-year fixed loan at 5.875%. “Enabling homeowners to retain experts to negotiate loan modifications is not in the best interest of the banks,” said Stinstrom. “These institutions prefer dealing directly with consumers who lack the knowledge of the law and skills to negotiate with trained professionals because it gives them the upper hand in the negotiations. SB 94 sets people up to suffer at the hand of predatory banking practices.”

United Law Group is a national law firm with offices in California, New York, Florida, Ohio, Nevada & Arizona. It is the largest foreclosure prevention and litigation firm in the country with attorneys licensed in every state. Dedicated to helping homeowners facing hardships to keep their houses, United Law Group uses legal channels to compel banks to modify adjustable-rate to fixed-rate mortgages, reduce principal and interest, and create other fair solutions between the lender and borrower. For further information on United Law Group, visit http://www.unitedlawgroup.com or call Corvi Urling, Executive Consultant for United Law Group, at (800) 680-5717.

Big Bear American Made Choppers Face Lawsuit Syracuse, N.Y. (PRWEB) May 11, 2009 -- A product liability trial arising out of an alleged custom motorcycle defect begins today in the United States District Court for the Northern District of New York. The plaintiff ’s claims against the defendant, a California-based company with a worldwide distribution network, include defective design, defective manufacturing, inadequate warnings, breach of warranty and negligence. The Honorable David E. Peebles, United States Magistrate Court Judge, will preside over the trial, which is expected to last two weeks. The plaintiff in the lawsuit captioned Marcus J. (Marc) Mathews v. Big Bear American Made Choppers, Inc. (Case No.: 5:04-

cv-1206), is a forty year old resident of Solvay, New York. He is represented by Anthony S. Bottar and Michael A. Bottar, of the Syracuse, New York law firm of Bottar Leone, PLLC. According to the complaint, on June

13, 2004, the plaintiff was riding his three month old Venom ProStreet

motorcycle in Alton, New Hampshire when the front fender assembly failed causing the nearly 10 pound fender to come into contact with and lock the front tire of the motorcycle. The plaintiff then lost control of the motorcycle, crashed into another motorcycle, and was thrown into a ravine where he sustained severe arm and leg injuries. After more than two years of surgeries, the plaintiff ’s right leg was amputated above the knee. According to court records, the Alton Police Department, with assistance from New Hampshire State Troopers, conducted an investigation after the accident which revealed that two of the four ¼”-20 screws intended to hold the motorcycle’s front fender to the bike had fallen out prior to the accident. Eyewitness accounts, a tire imprint on the underside of the front fender, and a distinct skid signature left on the road-

way led the police to conclude that a defect in the motorcycle caused the accident. After three years of discovery, the plaintiff ’s attorneys claim that Big Bear American Made Choppers had actual or constructive notice, more than one year prior to the plaintiff ’s accident, that the method it selected to attach the Venom’s front fender to its lower legs was inadequate. Bottar Leone, PLLC, is a trial law firm based in Syracuse, New York. Since 1983, the Firm’s legal team has limited its practice to representing the victims of negligence and malpractice throughout the State of New York. For additional information on the news that is the subject of this release, contact: Jillian Owdienko Director of Public Relations Bottar Leone, PLLC at 315-422-3466 or visit http://www.bottarleone.com

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Summer Classes Start Now!!!

Finding and Keeping Confidence ......................................................... Andrea Sala /WR asala@theweeklyreporter.com Andrea Sala is the Principal at Scarlet Oak School District 145 .........................................................

Along with setting high expectations for your children you also need to make certain they know how great they are. This month try having conversations that revolve around aspects of pride. School life and friends will sometimes have negative impacts on confidence so it is up to adults to foster confidence and self-esteem. Make sure your kid knows how great they are by giving praise. Children measure their worth by what they think we think of them; they need to know that we think the world of them and their capabilities. Be a cheerleader here and know that you CAN’T go over the top with positive feedback. Celebrate or at least comment upon all little and big accomplishments. Ask your child to name one aspect of themselves in which they feel confident. What do they know really well? If this is a new concept to them

then it’s a great time to point out their wondrous capabilities! Practice active, reflective listening - listen carefully, repeat what you’ve heard to make sure you understand and give positive prompts to encourage your child to continue. Acknowledge your child’s feelings and help her to express them verbally. Criticize behavior, not your child - it’s very easy to fall into this trap, but being overly critical tells your child they are a bad person and that they are causing things to happen because of their own stupidity instead of the truth – which is that they are learning and growing. Making mistakes means growth. A focus on the child and not the behavior is very damaging if it goes on for a long time. Be clear that it’s an action you’re angry about or behavior you don’t like. Believe in your child and show it. Let her know she is a worthwhile, lovable individual. Respect your child’s interests, even if they seem boring to you. Take a genuine interest in your child’s friends and what’s happening at school; comment to show you’re lis-

Harper High School Reunion Reminder The Harper High School Class of 1959 Reunion is planned for Saturday, August 15, 2009. Both the January and June classes are invited to celebrate the 50th anniversary of our graduation. It will be held at the Holiday Inn Hotel

and Conference Center in Willowbrook and will cost $40.00 per person. For more information or to just let us know where they are for our records, people should call Cliff Gustafson at 815-372-9937.

Lewis University offers Recreational Activities Day Camp ROMEOVILLE— This year’s dates for Lewis University Recreational Activities Day Camp are June 8-12, June 15-19, and July 12-16. The camp is held from 9 a.m.-noon each day and costs $75 for the week. A $5 discount is available to campers registering for more than one week. A free camp T-shirt, special awards ceremony on final camp day, wellness presentation, and daily pool time are all part of the fun at the camp for 5-14 year olds. Tennis, swimming, sand volleyball, basketball, dodgeball, Frisbee golf, whiffleball and hiking are among the scheduled activities. Campers need to provide tennis racquet, sunscreen, insect repellant, labeled

water bottle, gym shoes, hat, swim suit, towel and lock each day. Registration is from 8 a.m. -9a .m. June 8, June 15 and July 12. Awards ceremonies are June 12, June 19 and July 16. The camp is staffed by the Student Recreation and Fitness Center staff and Lewis University students. The staff is selected by their knowledge of activities, capacity to work well with children, and the ability to be positive role models. To register or obtain more information, contact Jill Siegfried, director of the Student Recreation, Fitness and Story Continued

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tening. Accept any fears or insecurities your child expresses as genuine - even if they seem trivial to you, don’t just brush them aside. If your child is afraid of severe weather or is struggling with reading we, as adults, need to acknowledge those struggles, for they are real. Support independence encourage your child to take chances and to try new things. Succeeding at something boosts a child’s confidence. And lastly, laugh with your child - never at them. Sharing joy builds confidence so look for happiness at every opportunity. Lastly, focus on your child’s successes - swimming, music, whatever they show an interest in. They can succeed at endeavors that interest them.

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Stimulus Package Keeps Construction Industry Afloat Santa Ana, CA (Vocus/PRWEB ) May 12, 2009 -- Public money is the major driving force today in the construction industry, said the CEO of Sukut Construction, California’s largest mass excavation company, which until the economic downturn got most of its $150 million-a-year in work from the private sector. Seventy percent of the Santa Anabased firm’s jobs are now on government-funded projects, triple what they were in 2005-06, when a substantial portion came from home builders, said company CEO/President Mike Crawford. The $3.6 billion in federal stimulus funds for California’s highway and transit construction and billions of dollars in state construction bonds means the 420-employee firm, which had been

downsizing, is now hiring employees to bid on new work. “Without the stimulus, we likely would have continued to suffer from this downturn that has plagued the construction industry,” said Crawford. Sukut hopes to get contracts for $50 million to $100 million in public infrastructure projects for which it will need about 150 to 180 more people, said Crawford. It will add union-scale staff to its firm and subcontract for the rest. The contracts bring about two to three years of work to the employee-owned Sukut, which has built the infrastructure for freeways, wastewater treatment facilities and landfills throughout California. “We’re one of the few constructors with CARB-compliant machinery, sufficient staffing and expertise to complete large complex projects,” said Crawford.

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Founded in 1968, Sukut does earth moving, mass excavation, flood and storm water piping, concrete structures, dams, landfills and environmental cleanups. At any given time, it is working on 40 to 45 projects. Sukut moves 150 million cubic yards of earth a year, and is ranked within the top 300 largest contractors in the nation. Its projects include four 60-acre wastewater treatment ponds holding more than 1 billion gallons for the Los Angeles Sanitation District and a seismic retrofit of the San Pablo Dam. Eastbay Municipal Utility District is Sukut’s client for this $55 million job. Sukut is charged with site development for the U.S.-Mexico border fence and is widening a 1.3-mile segment of State Route 76 in Fallbrook and straightening its alignment. This California De-

partment of Transportation project is funded by Granite Construction Co. Sukut is headquartered in Santa Ana, California, with offices in Oceanside, Los Angeles, and Riverside, California. Information is available on the company’s website at www.sukut.com or by calling Sukut headquarters at (888)-SUKUT01 or (888) 785-8801.

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Georgia’s Written Warranty Act:

What Contractors Need to know Carlsbad, CA (PRWEB) May 10, 2009 -- Craftsman Book Company’s Construction Contract Writer is a first-inclass productivity tool used by construction professionals to meet increasingly more stringent state contracting standards. The just-released Georgia edition of the program helps contractors write construction contracts that comply with Georgia’s new Written Warranty Act. A free feature-limited trial for Georgia and many other U.S. states is available at ConstructionContractWriter.com. Georgia Code Section 43-41-7 (the Written Warranty Act) now requires that residential contractors deliver a written warranty before starting work on any job valued at over $2,500. The Georgia legislature left it to the State Licensing Board for Residential and General Con-

tractors to decide what has to be in that warranty. The Board’s regulation went into effect on August 4, 2008. The Written Warranty Act has only six iron-clad warranty rules: (1) it must be in writing, (2) explain what’s covered and what’s excluded, (3) identify duration of the warranty, (4) describe claim procedures and (5) response options, and (6) assign any manufacturer warranties. What the warranty says on those six points is entirely up to the contractor. Anything can be covered or excluded from the warranty, and for any period of time. Nothing in Section 553-7-.01 ties their hands. There’s a certain symmetry to this new law. For several years, Georgia’s Right to Repair Act has protected residential contractors from suit over claimed con-

May is National Foster Care Month May is National Foster Care Month and Guardian Angel Community Service (GACS) 1550 Plainfield Rd, Joliet would like to honor the foster parents in our community that provide children with nurturing and supportive environments. Every year, there are approximately

500,000 children in foster care in the United States. Foster families are dedicated individuals who help children who may have been abused or neglected. If you think you are interested in becoming a foster parent, call GACS at 815-729-0930 x304. You have the potential to change a child’s life.

Hair Dryers Recalled Due To Electrocution Hazard The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Universalink International Trading Co., of La Puente, California has announced the recall of 3,000 Special, and Narita Hair Dryers. The dryers can pose a serious hazard if they are dropped in water. The hair dryers are not equipped with an immersion protection device to prevent electrocution if the hair dryer falls into water. Immersion protection devices, which prevent electrocution, are required by industry standards for all electric hand-held hair dryers. This recall involves Special (model EX-1800) and Narita (model TE-263) hair dryers. “Special” or “Narita” and the model number are printed on the dryer. The “Special” hair dryers are brown and the “Narita” hair dryers are white

and black and fold up. No injuries have been reported. The hair dryers were sold at various retail stores from June 2003 thru October 2008 for about $15. The hair dryers were sold in California but some may have been brought to the Midwest by travelers. The products were manufactured in Taiwan. Consumers should immediately stop using the hair dryers and return them to their place of purchase for a full refund. Universalink International Trading Inc. can be contacted toll free at (866) 997-6768 between 9:30 am and 5 pm Pacific Time Monday through Friday or they can be reached through email at sales@naritausa.com.

struction defects. Before filing suit, the homeowner has to work through a 90day settlement procedure. To get that protection, all contractors need to do is insert a one-paragraph notice in the construction contract. Now, obligations of the homeowner under the Right to Repair Act are balanced against obligations of the contractor under the Written Warranty Act. The Web site Construction-Contract. net has a good selection of sample contracts for residential work, each with a warranty and Right to Repair notice that comply with Georgia law. The downloads are free and available in

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Burger season is back –

don’t forget the basics ARA) - Americans love hamburgers ... that’s a fact. An estimated 1.5 billion pounds of ground beef become those favored burgers cooked at home each year. Whether it’s gas versus charcoal, with cheese or without, every burger fan has a different opinion about what makes the perfect patty. But there’s one thing most burger enthusiasts agree on. According to a national consumer survey from The Beef Checkoff, 90 percent of people enjoy their burger cooked to medium (160 F) doneness or higher. However, some home chefs and grillmasters are using unsafe methods for checking when a burger is done, like cutting into them

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with a knife, squishing them with a spatula, or just making an educated guess. Dave Zino, executive director of the Beef and Veal Culinary Center at the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, suggests a better method for checking your burgers to ensure a juicy, flavorful and safe result. “Don’t waste time with guesswork and techniques that can affect the quality of your burger,” Zino says. “Use an instant-read meat thermometer each and every time to make sure you’re cooking ground beef to 160 F. It’s the only surefire way to achieve the doneness most people prefer while also ensuring a safe meal.”

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No matter the hamburger preference, the beef industry is dedicated to providing consumers with healthy and nutritious food. Steps taken at every segment of the beef production chain -- from pasture to plate -- ensure the safest product possible. However, there still are many opportunities for consumers to improve food safety in their own kitchens, and making sure your ground beef is cooked to 160 F is just one of them. “Whether I am at work as a professional chef or in my home kitchen, food safety is always a part the recipe,” Zino says. Try Chef Dave’s tips to ensure your burgers are safe and savory this summer: * Keep beef refrigerated, even when thawing it. Don’t leave beef out at room temperature. * Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water before and after making patties or preparing any other foods. * Avoid cross-contamination by keeping raw and ready-to-eat foods separate. Think ahead when at the grill or stove and have a clean plate ready for cooked meat. * Insert an instant-read meat thermometer sideways into the center of the patty. Always cook burgers to an

internal temperature of 160 F. * Have leftover burgers? Refrigerate cooked foods no later than two hours after cooking. For more information, tips and recipes for making your burger the best, visit: www.BeefItsWhatsForDinner.com/ safesavoryat160.

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Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds ground beef 2 teaspoons steak seasoning blend 4 hamburger buns, split 4 slices cheese (such as Cheddar, American, Swiss, etc.) 4 lettuce leaves 4 tomato slices Toppings: Ketchup, mustard, onion slices, pickles Directions: 1. Combine ground beef and steak seasoning in large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Lightly shape into four 3/4-inch thick patties. 2. Place patties on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, uncovered, 13 to 15 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, covered, 13 to 14 minutes) until instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers 160 F, turning occasionally. About two minutes before burgers are done, place buns, cut sides down, on grid. Grill until lightly toasted. During last minute of grilling, top each burger with cheese slice. 3. Line bottom of each bun with lettuce leaf; top with tomato slice, burger, and toppings, as desired. Close sandwiches. Cook’s Tip: To prepare on stovetop, heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Place patties in skillet; cook 12 to 15 minutes until instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers 160 F, turning occasionally. Cook’s Tip: Other popular burger toppings include grilled or caramelized onions, blue cheese, bacon, sauteed mushrooms and barbecue sauce. Cook’s Tip: Cooking times are for fresh or thoroughly thawed ground beef. Color is not a reliable indicator of ground beef doneness. This recipe is an excellent source of protein, niacin, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, iron, selenium and zinc.

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McAsey Backs Bill to Help Expectant Mothers overall health. These expectant mothers would be included in a pilot program currently underway that studies patient outcomes for those with chronic diseas SPRINGFIELD, IL – A measure makes, such as diabetes and congestive heart ing its way through the Illinois Legis- failure. lature and backed by state Rep. Emily SB 2043 would also require the departMcAsey, D-Lockport, would require the ment to add data collected and housed state to more closely track the medical at the Department of Public Health and progress of expectant mothers to help the Department of Human Services that them avoid problems in their pregnan- pertains to maternal and child health into cies and improve their overall health. its data warehouse. This information “In most cases, early detection is the would include vital records as they relate best way to prevent serious health prob- to births, birth outcomes, and deaths; the lems,” McAsey said. “If we can iden- Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes Reporting tify the problems that may lead to health System (APORS); newborn screening; problems in children and data of chillater in their lives, dren with special we should do what healthcare needs. we can to study those Senate Bill problems to help 2043 passed the make sure new mothSenate and the ers and their children House Human are as healthy as posServices Commitsible.” tee unanimously in Senate Bill 2043, April and is now co-sponsored by awaiting debate in McAsey, requires the the full House. The Illinois Department bill is supported by of Healthcare and Illinois Maternal Family Services to and Child Health study patients at risk Coalition, Ameriof low birth weight can Academy of or premature birth to Pediatrics, the determine whether Ounce of Prevenprograms and services tion Fund and the Representative McAsey that may be offered to March of Dimes. them will improve their ............................................................... info@theweeklyreporter.com ...............................................................

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Chicago, IL (PRWEB) May 7, 2009 -- Runners can now take a map of their favorite routes with them while on the go. WalkJogRun.net launched an iPhone and iPod Touch application on May 5, 2009. The application is a mobile version of the website WalkJogRun.net, an online community for runners, bikers, walkers, and anyone on the move. By using a GPS to locate the user’s current position, the application pulls routes from the website that are nearest to the user. Subscribers to WalkJogRun. net, a free site, can access their personal routes on the iPhone and iPod Touch ap-

plication by entering their username and password. Routes are categorized by distance in miles and the kilometer equivalent. Users can customize each route by entering their weight and time it took to complete the route. The application then calculates calories burned and pace per mile. “We wanted to focus on developing a five star app that costs as much as a cup of fancy coffee,” says Adam Howitt, cocreator of WalkJogRun.net. Howitt and co-creator of WalkJogRun. net Jeff Kenny created the application in response to user feedback for the site. Users wanted to be able to access their routes while away from a computer. The resulting application is an on-the-go fitness tool that can be integrated into a variety of training and fitness programs.

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Port Washington, N.Y. (Vocus/ PRWEB ) May 11, 2009 -- Two hundred cast-off puppy mill dogs from Missouri are safe today after being delivered to local rescue groups in the New York area. Best Friends Animal Society, in collaboration with National Mill Dog Rescue, arranged for the release and transport of the dogs and after a long, but hopeful cross-country journey over the Mother’s Day weekend, they were delivered this morning to waiting groups here at North Shore Animal League America. Among the rescued dogs are adults that were used for breeding, adolescents and puppies, including various breeds such as cocker spaniels, chihuahuas, mini pinchers, Jack Russell terriers and poodle mixes. Dogs like these, considered used up or unsalable by large commercial breeders, are typically killed or sold at mill dog auctions for as little as 25 cents. Instead, these dogs will get a new chance for happy lives and made available for adoption from local area rescue groups. Joanne Yohannan, senior vice president of operations for the Animal League, said that the rescued animals remaining at the facility would be given time to settle in, and be fed and hydrated after their long journey. “We first must get the dogs feeling safe and comfortable in their new environment,” Ms. Yohannan said. “Then our staff experts will begin the process of evaluating each animal. This includes medical examinations, behavioral evaluation to determine their emotional and psychological status and grooming, which will help make them feel and look better.” “Rather than being needlessly killed because they were no longer wanted

Puppy mills put greed above life. by their breeders, some beautiful dogs are about to begin a new and exciting phase of their lives,” said Kelli Ohrtman, campaign specialist for Best Friends Animal Society, which funded the rescue of the dogs to the New York area through its “Pup My Ride” transportation program. Teresa Strader, director of National Mill Dog Rescue, based in Colorado Springs, Colo., said the collaborative nature of the rescue is a direct indication of the growing network of rescue organizations across the country with an interest in putting an end to current commercial dog breeding practices. “This effort will make a life-changing difference for some 200 dogs and the people lucky enough to adopt them,” Strader said. “But it is estimated that there more than one million dogs held captive in puppy mills today and we ask people to never forget the victims left behind.” The rescue and transport of the dogs is part of Best Friends Animal Society’s “Puppies Aren’t Products” national campaign (puppiesarentproducts.com), which targets the retail end of the puppy mill industry through informational demonstrations at puppy emporiums. Launched in Los Angeles last year, the peaceful pet store demonstrations have succeeded in convincing stores to adopt a humane business model that relies on the sale of pets from rescue groups and shelters rather than dogs from puppy mills. The campaign is being expanded nationally to help unsuspecting consumers become aware of the cruelty behind many dogs offered for retail sale. “Puppy mill dogs comprise a significant percentage of the 4-5 million pets that die in American shelters annually”, said Ohrtman. “The mission of Best Friends Animal Society is to bring about a time when there are no more homeless pets. It’s what the public wants and the pet trade industry must change dramatically or it will become a relic of the past.” Ms. Yohannan said that the Animal League will announce later in the week when the animals will be available for adoption and advised interested individuals to visit the Animal League website, www.AnimalLeague. org for details. “Once our staff experts have determined that the dogs are ready for adoptions we will be eager to find the perfect homes for each and every one of these wonderful dogs,” said Ms. Yohannan.

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Lilo, my best friend Lilo – she left! She was just here, and now she’s gone…I just don’t understand it. What am I going to do without her? I guess I should explain what happened. It was just a normal day. Riley and I were in the yard – running as usual and my best friend Lilo was out in her yard. Usually she liked to jump and run with us, but this day she wasn’t herself. She just didn’t seem right. People walked by and Lilo didn’t even bark hello to them. That is so not like her! She wouldn’t move. She was just lying on the grass…she said she didn’t feel well and she just wanted to be left alone. The next day Riley and I were back in the yard again and Lilo wasn’t there. I was playing and having fun when mom and dad came over to me and Riley. They looked really sad. Why are they so upset? Mom said Lilo had gotten very, very sick. So sick that her little body couldn’t take it anymore and she went to heaven. WHAT? I don’t understand? She’s my friend she’s supposed to be in the back yard - not in heaven. Friends aren’t supposed to die. Why does she have to go to heaven? I want her here with me. She should be barking and running and jumping – and playing with me. I never even got to say goodbye. I know everyone dies, but I never thought I would lose my friend. And I know Lilo is now an angel in heaven with her grandma, but I miss her very much. Mom said Riley and I were very lucky to have her in our lives for as long as we did. She brought a lot of joy and laughter to us all and we should hold on to those memories – You know Lilo was ALWAYS eating funny things. This one time, she ate a sock – I don’t know why she did it, but she thought it might taste good – IT DIDN’T! I also remember she had this bark you could hear from like a mile away! I really do have a lot of wonderful memories of my best friend and when I feel sad, I’m going to remember all the fun things we did together. She was only in my life for a little while, but Lilo’s legacy will live on in my heart forever. Author’s note: Lilo you truly were an original. We will forever miss your booming bark and your quirky personality.

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All teenagers want to be accepted by their peers. There have been incidents in which teens have taken drastic measures to be considered “cool” by the “In crowd”. It is sad to see how desperate certain teens are to gain the approval of other teens. Teens have reported stealing, lying, drinking, doing drugs, killing, and ultimately changing who they are as a person. Being in high school can be such a difficult time for a young person, especially if they do not have the right

It saddens many people to see that teens will change their values, morals, intelligence, and state of well-being to coincide with another person’s just to have friends that in the long run will not be there for them. Teens that yearn to be accepted are often depressed and have low selfesteem due to the fact that they will never feel good enough. These teens will never be content with life or themselves. When a teen is finally accepted into the desired clique the void is filled for only a short period of time because

kind of friends. On most occasions the “Popular Kids” are not necessarily the kids most parents want their child to be associated with because of their rebellious attitude and mentality. But yet teenagers know that most of these kids are up to no good, but still long to belong. Certain teens will degrade themselves to benefit the person they dream to please. Although Hollywood exaggerates real life at times, the well-known popular teen movie Mean Girls starring Lindsay Lohan emulates the desperation in many teen boys and girls to be accepted by pretty and popular kids.

it is such a superficial high. This superficial contentment never lasts because it is not real and the teen realizes that they do not like the person they have become. All in all, it is a great feeling to be a part of something. The best thing to do is to be very cautious to whom you may call a friend. Do not change your morals, standards, and your sense of self identity to appease another person who may not be worth it. Choose to associate yourself with people who accept you for you and would want anything but for you to change in to something you are not.

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> From Front Bolingbrook Trustees Angered ... the 7 days permitted by law. Bowen reminded those who had just taken oaths of office that they are sworn to obey the law. He asked if the board would set a date to review the requirement of the FOIA and if they would reaffirm their willingness to comply with it. There was no such agreement. Trustee Sandra Swinkunas seemed irascible as she tersely defended the cur-

rent FOIA practices. Bowen offered to show her the law but she responded, “I know how to find the law.” She said she believes the village is in compliance with the law. Bowen asked Trustees Patricia Schanks and Michael Lawler to agree to have the village review its compliance with the FOIA examined by the board but they resisted his suggestion. Lawler

said he would not accept what Bowen was presenting as evidence that they are breaking the law. The board showed no proclivity to determine if the village violates the FOIA. The two residents who sought assurances that the public will have access to information to which it is entitled were always controlled and seemed to have command of a situation that angered

and brought sharp rebuttals from the board members. None of the board members showed any willingness to question current village practices that relate to public requests for information. The meeting raised questions as to whether or not there maybe information the village of Bolingbrook does not want the public to know.

> From Front $50 Million Dollar Lawsuit Filed... Mr. Sanford. “That meets the legal definition of ‘false imprisonment’ because employees are being held against their will. Costco does not count this time as work and it will not compensate hourly employees for the time they spend each night waiting for supervisors and managers to complete their tasks.” Ms. Pytelewski has worked at Costco since 2001, when she began as a parttime seasonal assistant. According to the legal team, she has made numerous complaints to Costco’s management about these violations of California’s wage and hour laws and other unlawful

practices. “The upshot of her individual claim is the company took retaliatory action against her,” explained Mr. Wittels. “They wrote her up for so-called discrepancies in her cash drawers, placed her on two unofficial ‘probations,’ and posted a supervisor as a guard at her cash register. But at no time did Costco address the wage and hour issues she raised or her very legitimate concern about being detained on a nightly basis against her will.” A legal authority says the allegation of false imprisonment in civil law is considered an intentional wrongful act. In

a false imprisonment claim, the injured person (the plaintiff) alleges that he or she was intentionally held or confined for some period of time by the defendant. According to that legal source it is likely that Mary’s attorneys will claim that, whether or not the employees could have left the store, their confinement was enforced by an implied threat that if they did leave they would be fired. The confinement does not have to be done through physical force to constitute false imprisonment. A jury could award damages for com-

pensation for physical or mental harm, emotional distress, in addition to the punitive damages which are intended to punish the defendant for its actions. False imprisonment is also a criminal act and is a crime in most states. It is akin to kidnapping but in the case of kidnapping the person involves forcing a person against his or her will to go from one place to another. Spokesmen for Costco did not return telephone calls requesting their comments.

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Protest is healthy for the nation. It is so vital the framers of the U.S. Constitution assured it in the very First Amendment. Sadly, people are too frequently act like sheep being led to the slaughter; they blindly follow leaders who mislead them. There is no debate life is precious. Life inside the womb is precious. The life of any person, even the most vile among us is precious. For anyone who claims a religious belief only life in the hereafter is more precious than life on earth. Many honest, devout Catholics allowed themselves to become pawns last weekend when President Barack Obama was a guest speaker at The University of Notre Dame. The issue, they were told, is that President Obama is not pro-life. If he believes people have personal freedom then he is all wrong. He must do what a particular group of

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individuals want him to do or he is evil. This is not going to be a debate on the pros or cons of abortion. This is an unmasking of elements of the far-right who are using abortion as a springboard to discredit a president that an overwhelming number of Americans chose to be their leader. As they did under former President George Bush, extremists, (where did we hear that word before?) are attempting to use trusting people to fulfill a political plan to run the nation while acting under the guise of being Christians. They are anything but that. Opponents of Barack Obama would have you believe this is an issue for devout Catholics, that is not supported by the gospels. Good Catholics, and other Christians believe in the teachings of Jesus Christ. Christ is the head of the Christian Church on earth, second to none. If you proclaim to be a Christian, a real Christian, then you must follow the example of Jesus Christ. He said, “Love one another as I have loved you.” Where do you find Christ rejecting someone,

other than Satan, because of their beliefs? Christians are not asked to wage war on those with different beliefs or those who sin. That is the philosophy espoused by Al-Qaida. If you believe in Christian doctrine Christ was murdered and loved the very people who took his life. As he was dying he forgave them. Hate was not a part of Christ’s teachings. What has taken place at Notre Dame is an effort on the part of some political extremists to take advantage those who honestly are pro-lifers. That is a sound philosophy life is precious. But while defending our beliefs we should not become sinners in the process of adhering to those beliefs. You cannot be a good Christian who opposes abortion and hate those who believe it is their right. Hate is a sin and any religious leader that tells you that you should hate and not love those with different beliefs is probably not a Christian at all but simply operating in disguise.

Christ himself, leader of the Christian faith, mingled with sinners. He did not condone what the adulteress did, but he forgave her, he did not hate her for her sins. Didn’t he himself say he came not for the sake of the healthy, but to heal those in need of healing? Meaning of course that his mission was to change sinners not to exalt those who thought they are pure. If you hate, if you are intolerant, if you cannot find it within you to love those with whom you are at odds then you cannot honestly be a true Christian believer because the message of Christ was a message of love. As a good Christian, it is not possible to follow the misguided leanings of those who did not want the President to speak at Notre Dame. If they happen to be clergymen then perhaps they need to re-read the Gospels for they have missed the message within them. They are guilty of sin themselves for encouraging hatred rather than love and forgiveness.

Physicians Demand Iran Release AIDS ...

“Imprisoning AIDS doctors who are getting vital health services to people with and at risk of HIV--including people who inject illegal drugs--is not only a violation of basic human rights, it’s also a prescription for further spread of the epidemic,” said Richard Elliott, Executive Director of the Canadian HIV/ AIDS Legal Network. Dr. Kamiar Alaei is a doctoral candidate at the SUNY Albany School of Public Health in Albany, NY and was expected to resume his studies there in

the fall of 2008. In 2007, he received a Master’s of Science from the Harvard School of Public Health. Dr. Arash Alaei is the former director of the International Education and Research Cooperation of the Iranian National Research Institute of Tuberculosis and Lung Disease. Since 1998, the doctors have worked on HIV/AIDS treatment and prevention programs in Iran, particularly focused on harm reduction for injecting drug users. Their efforts helped earn

Iran recognition as a model of best practice by the World Health Organization. Tuesday’s vigils were held at Ralph J. Bunche Park across from the UN in New York City, and the Iranian Interests Section at the Embassy of Pakistan in Washington, DC. Protestors represented 20 countries including Argentina, Bulgaria, Germany, Guyana, Hungary, Italy, Kenya, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, Poland, Russia, South Africa, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, Ugan-

da, Ukraine, and the US. For more information on the Alaeis and their case, visit http://IranFreeTheDocs.org. Physicians for Human Rights (http:// physiciansforhumanrights.org) mobilizes the health profession to advance the health and dignity of all people by protecting human rights. PHR shared the 1997 Nobel Peace Prize. Contact Josephine Lee, jlee @ phrusa (dot) org .

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Secadores de pelo Recordó Debido a los peligros de electrocución Los EE.UU. Consumer Product Safety Commission, en cooperación con Universalink Internacional Trading Co., de La Puente, California, ha anunciado la retirada de 3.000 “Special” marca, marca de “Narita” y secador de pelo. El secador de pelo puede ser un grave peligro si cayó en el agua. El secador de pelo no

están equipados con un dispositivo de protección de inmersión para evitar la electrocución si el secador de pelo cae en el agua. Inmersión en los dispositivos de protección, que impiden que la electrocución, son requeridos por las normas de la industria eléctrica para todos los portátiles de los secadores de pelo. Esto

implica recordar “Special” (modelo EX-1800) y “Narita” (modelo TE-263) secador de pelo “Special” o “Narita” el número de modelo y se imprimen en la secadora.El “Special” secador de pelo son de color marrón y el “Narita” secador de pelo son de color blanco y negro. No se han reportado

heridos. El secador de pelo se vendieron en las tiendas a partir de junio de 2003 a octubre de 2008 por alrededor de $15. Los secadores de pelo se vendieron en California, pero la gente puede haberse tomado algunos a Illinois. Los productos fueron fabricados en Taiwán. Si usted es dueño de ese secador de pelo, por favor

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