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Traveling by Private Jet

ABEditor September 4, 2017

Recently, I had the occasion to tag along with a friend who happened to own a private jet that is used for personal and business travel. As one who is usually very uncomfortable flying in any kind of aircraft, it wasn’t an easy decision to downsize to something the size of a large SUV and travel halfway across the country. I think that it was more to challenge my fears that I chose to throw caution to the wind, no pun intended, and try private jet travel.

Starting with my arrival at the airport, which was a smaller regional jetport, the experience was completely different than commercial flying. Our car pulled up to the reception area within 10 feet of the door. This isn’t so much a terminal as it is a private club reception room. The staff there is expecting you. They help you out of the car with your luggage. They put the luggage on the plane for you. There are no lines, no x-ray machines, no kiosks that spit out boarding passes. No attitude. No delayed flights. No loudspeaker. The whole experience is calm, uncluttered, seamless.

We walked about 30 yards to the plane. At first, it was a bit uncomfortable because it felt so small. But the smallness of the aircraft was completely mitigated by how much personal space each passenger had. This plane could hold at least a dozen people, but probably only flew 3 or 4 at a time on most flights. You could sit at the banquette and work or eat. You could sit on the sofa and lounge or you could sit in one of the individual captain’s chairs that reclined. There were options and you weren’t on top of one another sharing personal air space.

When it was time to leave, the process was so matter-of-fact, it would be hard to notice that things were happening if I did not have my face glued to the window. No safety message. No threats of prosecution if you tampered with a smoke detector. The door closed. The pilots went through their checks and we left the boarding area.

What I expected next was a rough take off with severe turbulence the whole way. Neither materialized. I hardly knew we took off it was so smooth. The ascent was bump-free. One minor bump the whole way which was hardly noticeable. So I asked the question of the pilot, why is a small jet so much more smooth than a commercial jet that is so much bigger. The answer was simply that the pilots on private aircraft get paid for a smooth flight. The pilots on commercial airlines get paid for an ontime arrival. Big difference that shows up in everything about this flight. When you know that, you understand why people drop millions for private aircraft. There is just nothing else like it.

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Why a good employment attorney can help with getting compensation

ABEditor February 18, 2017

If as an employee, you are facing any workplace issues listed below, then you should consult an attorney as soon as possible:

• Your Medical claims are rejected
• Your workplace injuries are severe and you feel you can no longer continue at your current job in your present condition
• You are not able to understand the employment benefits and require expert advice
• You had a dispute with your employer or company’s insurance organization regarding your compensation claims
• You believe you are not getting proper benefits based on your understanding of the benefits to which you are entitled
• You have been sexually harassed or discriminated at your workplace

If you are an employee and have been through any of the above situations in Orange County, you may have been denied employment benefits. In many cases the companies or the insurance carriers deny the claims. As a result, many employees quit their jobs, settle for less or give up. Hiring an attorney can help you to get the benefits you deserve. An experienced and knowledgeable lawyer can assist you in challenging the denials or disputes in court and get you the benefits that you are owed.

The reasons why your claims are denied may be due to insufficient medical evidence. A proper medical record is required to make your case which will describe the injuries you have been through. An attorney can help in collecting records and arranging expert testimony from medical experts. He will understand the strengths and weaknesses of your case and recommend the evidence needed to successfully prosecute your case.

An injured worker should be aware that in such cases they will be getting a larger compensation. In most cases they are facing financial trouble, behind in bills, or are not aware of their rights under the law. In such cases employers and insurance companies company will make an offer that is insufficient and an injured worker may actually accept it due to financial duress. An attorney will advise you the value of your case and what settlement you can get. They will proactively negotiate with the insurance companies and will assist you in getting help so that you will receive retraining or monetary payment to support you while you get alternate employment.

If your case is in Orange County, a good employment law firm like www.expertemploymentlawyers.com/orange-county will help you assemble witnesses, provide needed medical records, perform legal research, and prepare for the trial. During hearing, your lawyer has to provide with his theory of the case, i.e. why you should get benefits, make required arguments, question the witnesses and offer objections. Still if you are not satisfied with the result of your hearing your attorney can appeal the decision. You can easily get a larger compensation from the third party whose negligence has caused or is directly or indirectly responsible for the injuries. So if you have a workplace injury and your claims are denied, it is best to hire an attorney. A good attorney will research your case, help you understand how to file an appeal, win the workers’ compensation insurance benefits to which you are rightfully entitled, as well as help you and your family get past this difficult time.

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Business/ Internet/ Technology

Worried about Internet Security? Try Structured Cabling

ABEditor February 14, 2017

With all the talk about hacking in the recent presidential election, little mention was made of ways to combat hacking and improve internet security. We know that hacking takes place; but do we know the steps it takes to remedy the situation. Few people know about structured cabling solutions and network wiring in general.

Within an organization’s offices, computers and other devices are usually hooked up via a system of cables. These are structured to provide connectivity so that work groups can connect with each other and the outside world for email and web work. The fact that an office is wired, as opposed to wireless, is actually a benefit when it comes to security because the system is closed. Wireless connectivity actually opens a system up to cyber intrusion.

Another reason for having a wired system as opposed to wireless relates to bandwidth. Much more data and faster speeds are realized through the use of wired connections vs. wireless. Furthermore, if speed is your thing, then upgrading your entire infrastructure to fiber is the way to go. Fiber optic cables are capable of greater speeds and data movement than previous generations of wiring. If your current office is CAT5 or below, your productivity will benefit from an upgrade. Standards for network cabling change frequently and you will want to ensure that your existing network cabling is meeting or exceeding these standards to get the most from your network.

Most offices have a wiring closet where all of the connectivity takes place. If yours looks like a spaghetti bowl instead of a neatly organized and routed cabling system, it might be time for an upgrade to fiber or at least some semblance of organization. This is the place to begin to get more from the network you are paying for and set the stage for future connectivity innovation.

Energy/ Home and Garden

Remote Area Power Generation

ABEditor February 1, 2017

If you live in an area where you have an abundant supply of electrical power, then you are lucky. It is surprising how much of the world cannot just plug in a toaster when they want to toast some bread. Even in the U.S. there are parts of the country that are remote enough that the electrical grid hasn’t reached them yet.

For true wilderness aficionados, the sight of power lines and civilization would spoil the pristine views of nature. But 21st Century citizens aren’t likely to become less connected in the future and we all want our laptops, our TVs and our refrigerators. Electricity which was once a luxury and a novelty has become a necessity for modern man and woman.

Companies that have field teams that are located in the sparser areas of the country need power to run their computers and their business equipment. Where do they get the power to stay in business without utility power?

The answer to the need for power in remote locations is generators. Simply stated, a generator is a motor that creates electricity. It runs on an alternate fuel source which can be gasoline, natural or propane gas, diesel, solar, or wind. In most places, a permanent generator will run on natural gas which is supplied via underground pipes from a utility. The benefit of this source of fuel is that it is uninterruptible and not subject to weather conditions that might disrupt other sources. A home standby generator can also be used to supply power when the electricity goes out due to storms.

In oil fields and other rural work sites, diesel fuel is delivered and stored to supply industrial generators that create electricity for office trailers, tools and lighting. In fact, powering up temporary lighting is one of the activities that mobile generators are used for. Whether in a stadium, at a concert or other outdoor venue, you will usually see generators at the base of light towers since they are usually temporary installations.

Solar or wind-powered generators do not typically have enough horsepower to satisfy commercial power needs but can be useful for minimal residential needs in remote areas. And since they use naturally occurring sun and wind, they are the most eco-friendly of all generator types as their fuel source is renewable.

Home and Garden

With Spray Foam You Don’t Have to Sacrifice Comfort for Energy Savings

ABEditor February 1, 2017

The concept of saving energy often connotes sacrifice. Less form and less function often follow reduced anything. Fortunately, this is not the case with polyurethane spray foam insulation. How does this eco-friendly product give you more instead of less?

The secret to spray foam success is found in its formulation and its efficiency. The foam materials, which are sprayed on from a tank of liquid, are made from recycled plastic water bottles and milk cartons. These post-consumer waste products are reformulated to create the foam substance. When used properly, spray foam will last practically indefinitely in walls, ceilings, floors, attics, and roofs. Foam insulation is also used in a wide variety of industrial applications as well including agricultural buildings, pipes, office buildings, warehouses and on oil and gas fields around the world. Its versatility is only matched by the superior job it does at eliminating heat transfer and sealing up cracks and voids.

Because of its excellent thermal properties, spray insulation yields more comfortable interior spaces than either batt or blown-in insulation can. It provides more insulating efficiency per inch, measured in R-value, than either alternative. So to get more insulation, you actually need fewer inches of foam than you would need with a fiberglass product. Another benefit of the product is that it is stable and doesn’t shift, sink, compress or lose its shape over time. You can think of it as a permanent solution for buildings, instead of a temporary one that is engineered to be replaced in ten to fifteen years. You get a more energy efficient product that produces better insulation, a win-win for both you and the environment.

The other benefits of spray insulation include its ability to go where no other insulation can go and create the same, efficient air barrier it does in easier to reach spots. It can also serve as a moisture barrier and is quite effective at keeping out insects and rodents which like to burrow their way into interior spaces. Sealing up voids in walls and attics also means that indoor air quality is improved when pollutants, mold, mildew spores and allergens are sealed and living spaces are protected.

The concept of less is more is applicable to foam insulation. Less waste but more comfort. Lower utility bills but more efficiency. It does cost a bit more in the short run, but long-term, you get more form and more function than with any other alternative you can buy.

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Traveling by Private Jet

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Remote Area Power Generation

With Spray Foam You Don’t Have to Sacrifice Comfort for Energy Savings