April 26, 2010
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Business
Regardless of the city in which you live and or practice business, having access to or better yet a positive and stable relationship with a lawyer or law office is extremely important and can make the difference between your company or organization’s success or failure. From Chicago to New York to the desert and Phoenix, lawyer based guidance is essential. This is frequently an overlooked aspect of many businesses, though it is also one of the most fundamentally important, especially when establishing your initial paperwork, including articles of incorporation. Many non-profit organizations will make it a top priority to have a lawyer on the board of directors and this is a very wise decision.
Many business theorists claim that the two most important professionals that are part of any company’s early development are a lawyer and an accountant. These are excellent words of advice and for the business owner or partners who frequently have their minds on quality assurance and customer satisfaction , would do themselves one of the biggest favors possible by ensuring they have both of these positions filled.
The reasons businesses profit from having a lawyer don’t end with the establishment of their paperwork and legal structure. In addition there are numerous situations and occurrences that take place through the life of the business and throughout the fiscal year that demand legal attention from a professional. And waiting to have a solid relationship with a law firm until you are in a legal bind or are being sued is never a smart decision and guarantees you are likely to make the wrong decision in finding the right lawyer for you. This is because you are responding to a crisis and don’t have the time luxury of researching and interviewing multiple firms. In addition, the lawyer you hire will not have the benefit of working knowledge and a previous working relationship with your company. It is best to find your lawyer before you open your doors.
April 20, 2010
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Travel
A trip to New York City’s Central Park will take tourists into worlds they didn’t know existed, such as the Ukrainian Institute of America , located at 2 East 79th Street. The Institute exists to promote a greater understanding and appreciation in the United States of both Ukraine’s contemporary and traditional arts, music, literature, history and culture. It also has a goal of developing a stronger sense of community and identity among those people of Ukrainian descent through concerts and lectures and exhibits. For this reason, stopping by the Ukrainian Institute will provide visitors with a number of interesting opportunities to see fascinating Ukrainian exhibits and performances.
Events at the Institute don’t appear to be set too far in advance, at least not on their website, so it’s a good idea to check on what programs are offered, especially if you’re staying near Central Park . Most recently, the Institute offered music by pianist Valentina Lisitsa, who performed Chopin’s Twenty Four Etudes on April 24th. The cost of such an event is about thirty dollars; it’s five dollars cheaper if you’re an UIA member or a senior. If you’re a student, it’s ten dollars cheaper. The Ukraine in Photography, an ongoing exhibit by Yevgen Kovtonyuk, may be seen through May 16th. The gallery will be open to the public from Tuesday through Sunday, from noon to six in the evening.
Of even greater interest to fans of architecture is the historic mansion which houses the Ukrainian Institute. This mansion falls in the middle of Central Park’s Museum Mile, that also includes the Guggenheim Museum and the Frick Collection . This amazing house is designed in a French Renaissance style, and was built in 1898 when a railroad investor and banker, Isaac Fletcher, commissioned famed architect C.P.H. Gilbert to construct a home using as a template the neo-Loire Valley chateau of William Vanderbilt. The original owner so liked the home that he hired an artist to paint it. The painting, by Jean Francois Raffaelli, was then given to the nearby Metropolitan Museum of Art in 1917.
April 02, 2010
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When a person thinks about the city of Boston, Massachusetts the first thing that comes to mind is rarely rock and roll or famous bands. Much more often they think of historical events that are associated with it, such as the Boston Tea Party, and other major occurrence that have taken place throughout the centuries. And yes, I said centuries, Boston is one of the oldest and most historically relevant cities in the nation. With that said, another main attraction that many guests in the city and regional hotels is all of the great buildings and historical architectural features found there. Great cultural establishments and major landmarks round out the typical realm of popular association.
This great American city is chalk full of amazing symbolic and relevant landmarks and historical markers. From the Paul Revere House to the Bunker Hill Monument, these and numerous others represent one of the most fundamental aspects of the beginning of this country. The Paul Revere House is located on the North Square, in the historic district, and marks the actual location where this silversmith began his infamous midnight ride into that fateful night in 1775. The house was built in 1680 and remains as the oldest house in Boston. Several of Revere’s belongings are included in the display items.
Bunker Hill represents the bravery and courage demonstrated by the revolutionists during one of the major early battles. The 220 foot tower represents both their success and losses and stands as a testament to the great sacrifice and efforts of these first citizens of the country. The monument was built and dedicated in 1843 and includes a spiral staircase leading to the lookout at the very top. Amazing panoramic views of Boston can be seen from that position. There are plenty of displays and exhibits that depict and explain how the battle unfolded. The British won this battle though they suffered heavy losses and solidified the hope of the Americans.