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When stating ISO Management System ‘compliance', that in reality means the conformance to ISO Standard requirements, compliance in ISO terminology actually refers to compliance with legal and other statutory regulations. It may sound like semantics, but the difference is distinct for a reason, as you don't get a ‘non-compliance' for not meeting requirements, rather you get a ‘non-conformity'. When it comes to compliance with the law as required by ISO Standards, you need more than a Legal Register to prove compliance. In this episode, Ian Battersby dives into what is meant by compliance in ISO, how this relates to legal and statutory requirements, and how businesses can effectively evaluate compliance. You'll learn ·      What is the difference between ‘Compliance' and ‘Conformity'? ·      What are the different types of compliance requirements? ·      How do Acts and Regulations work in tandem? ·      Who enforces legal compliance requirements? ·      Where do these requirements sit in ISO Standards? ·      How do you prove compliance within ISO management? ·      How do you evaluate effective compliance?   Resources ·      Isologyhub ·      From Silos to Synergy: The benefits of Implementing an Integrated ISO Management System Webinar registration   In this episode, we talk about: [00:30] Upcoming webinar: If you'd like to learn more about the benefits of integrated management systems, feel free to register for our upcoming webinar here. [01:30] Episode Summary – Ian Battersby discusses the topic of compliance within ISO Standards, and how you can effectively evaluate it within your Management System.     [02:30] What is the difference between ‘Compliance' and ‘Conformity'? It's a common misconception that you ‘comply' with an ISO Standard, when in reality, you conform to an ISO Standard, hence why you can receive a ‘non-conformity' in audits and not ‘noncompliance'. When we talk about compliance within ISO Management, this refers to compliance with the law, regulations and other statutory requirements, as this is a requirement within all ISO Standards. [03:50] What are the different types of compliance requirements? There are many different types of law, Ian focuses on what is known as statute law legislation, as this is distinct from common law, case law and constitutional conventions. Statute law legislation is clearly written and can be cited in something like a Legal Register, or Register of Compliance Obligations. There are different types of legislation that you'll need to document, including: Primary Legislation: These are put in place by acts of UK Parliament and may have involvement from devolved administrations as well. Statutory compliance refers to compliance with primary legislation. An example of this type of legislation includes the Health & Safety at Work Act. Secondary or delegated legislation: Those primary Acts often require a lot more detail regarding the practicalities of applying them, which is delivered through Secondary or delegated legislation, otherwise more commonly known as regulations. These have more input from relevant public bodies to provide the requirements that can be applied. Both regulations are issues under Statutory Instruments (SI's), which are the formal legal vehicle that gives them effect. Put simply, regulations are the rules and Statutory Instruments are the legal mechanism which brings those rules into effect. [06:05] How Acts and Regulations work in tandem: Taking the Health & Safety at Work Act as an example, at the start this was quite a broad and generic act, it wasn't until years later that the workplace health, safety and welfare regulations came about to support the Act. This was further bolstered with the Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations. Both regulations were developed through consultation between Government departments and other bodies such as the Health & Safety Executive. These regulations gave companies much more detail on what's actually required in order to comply with the Health & Safety at Work Act. [06:50] Who enforces legal requirements? – It's not just the police that enforce legal requirements, there are a number of other bodies independent of government and the judiciary that can enforce regulations and prosecute for breaches caused by organisations and individuals. This can include bodies such as The Health & Safety Executive, The Financial Conduct Authority, The Environment Agency and the Information Commissioners Office. There are more for other areas, and these are often the bodies involved in the development of specific regulations. [07:45] Where do these requirements sit in ISO Standards? As Is the case with ISO Standards, the requirement for compliance is sprinkled throughout the whole document. Starting with Clause 4 Context. Here ‘Interested parties' are a focus, of which regulatory bodies can be considered an interested party, as they control the regulations that you are required to comply with by law. Even if you don't think you fall under specific legislation, there are still general applicable business laws that all businesses must comply with. So this exercise is not simply a case of running a Management System, it's also about running an effective business.  Ian highlights clause 6.1.3 in ISO 45001, which states the need to determine legal requirements applicable to your business, whereas in ISO 14001 this clause talks about compliance obligations. Despite the difference in wording, they are essentially looking for the same thing, which is detailing what legal requirements you need to comply with. In ISO 9001 it also states that any products or services offered should meet customer and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements. This is then further strengthened in the Leadership clause as leaders are required to ensure that their commitments meet all customer requirements, but also any applicable regulatory and statutory requirements associated with the products and service. This is phrasing that is repeated throughout ISO 9001. Going back to ISO 45001 and ISO 14001, both also require an evaluation of compliance, both the part of monitoring and measuring and the results of them to be submitted through your management review process. The Standards are very clear in that they require you to determine the frequency and methods for evaluation of compliance. [12:00] How do you prove compliance within ISO management? In ISO 45001 there is an appendix that give examples of what you can monitor and measure for the fulfilment and evaluation of legal requirements. As mentioned, many organisations opt to use a Legal Register which states all applicable legislation for your business that will be evaluated in an Internal Audit, but proving genuine compliance is much more than just acknowledging the legislation itself. For larger organisations, this can be a very burdensome task, especially if you find yourself in a position where legal requirements aren't being met. Ian provides an example to illustrate how to prove effective compliance: Waste removal is something that every business has to do, whether they do so through a waste management contractor, or through a landlord, the law states that any waste you generate must be removed, transferred, processed, treated, etc. by licenced organisation in a very specifically regulated fashion. You as an organisation or your landlord may receive an annual season ticket which includes the required demonstration of compliance, which can be in the form of West Carrier license number, the types of waste, the classification codes under the European or waste catalogue, dates and signatures. Now if you run into an instance where something on that waste transfer note was incorrect, like a wrong address or waste type, how do you prove that you were still compliant in the actual activity of removing waste? An Audit will pick up on the note discrepancies and you may be faced with being non-compliant. A way to ensure that you have a record of compliance is to keep electronic copies of all your waste transfer notes, and keep them in a central location, or even possibly linked within your Legal Register if possible. Despite the discrepancy, you will be able to prove that you have a prior record of compliance. Ian gives another example, you may have air conditioning in your area of work that's due for a service. The contractor will need to verify the engineer before you engage with them, including a check to see if they're competent under F Gas Regulations and hold a valid REFCOM Registration Certificate. If you wait to check / validate their certificates of competence, you may run into a situation where they may have an expired certificate at the time that they serviced your aircon, and so that may render that service as inadequate under your legal requirements. To avoid this, you should reference that you've evaluated the contractor within your Legal Register, this would include a check on their registration number and dates of when their F Gas competency certificates are valid, ensuring your service falls within those dates. In short, to demonstrate compliance, you should be keeping on-going records in relation to your legal requirements. These should also be readily available and easily accessible. [20:35] How do you evaluate effective compliance:  Legal requirements such as the Health & Safety at Work Act are much broader, and it can be difficult to know exactly what records you need to keep to prove compliance. This is where the supporting regulations can provide the required detail and provide a much clearer picture of what evidence is required. One example is the requirement to carry out sufficient risk assessments, which requires you to identify hazards, assess risks, determine control measures you know, communicate those to people, and review of those assessments regularly. You as the business will need to create a programme to manage the risk assessment process, and this should be documented somewhere, including a note of your review and action dates. This risk assessment list should also be linked within your Legal Register. In short, one of the most effective ways to show and evaluate compliance is to ensure that all relevant evidence is linked or attached in some way to a Legal Register or Register of Compliance Obligations. These evidence documents should be active and hold a record of previous actions and any planned upcoming actions. You could also schedule regular inspections of your legal compliance, to evaluate your level of compliance against different requirements on an on-going basis. The resulting reports can also be linked within the Legal Register. Don't just rely on Internal Audits to cover your legal compliance evaluation. Utilise dedicated legal compliance inspections, link all relevant evidence within your legal register and have on-going reviews and updates throughout the year.   If you'd like any assistance with implementing ISO standards, get in touch with us, we'd be happy to help! We'd love to hear your views and comments about the ISO Show, here's how: ●     Share the ISO Show on Twitter or Linkedin ●     Leave an honest review on iTunes or Soundcloud. Your ratings and reviews really help and we read each one. Subscribe to keep up-to-date with our latest episodes: Stitcher | Spotify | YouTube |iTunes | Soundcloud | Mailing List

Lauren Darr, partner, Johnson Lambert, shares how electronic-only statutory filing is reshaping statement preparation for insurers.

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On this episode of the Scouting For Growth podcast, Sabine VdL talks to Arvind Sontha, COE and co-founder of Kyber, an AI startup redefining how carriers handle claims correspondence. The insurance industry is undergoing a seismic shift as carries face mounting pressure to deliver faster, more transparent, and compliant communications to policy holders and clients, so the need for digital claims transformation has never been greater. KEY TAKEAWAYS If you think about insurance and tailoring insurance, the underlying model for risk is effectively a ‘user personal model'. We started with an obscure line of insurance that didn't exist yet – or did around personal cyber insurance. We wondered what it would look like, rather than SMB or commercial cyber insurance, as individual underwriting and risk modelling. We got lucky finding a great partner in branch insurance very early on. Over the course of our time engaging with them we ended up turning into an extension of their team. We were able to work closely with them, they trusted us to quickly understand their problems and iterate to give them quick solutions, while at the same time they understood that there are going to be quirks with products that aren't fully fleshed out which they could iron out over time. It was a symbiotic relationship. If an adjustor has to take an hour to put a document together you have to clear a 1.5-hour space in your calendar to do that. Life is hectic, you have meetings and other tasks to do and so that 1.5-hour block keeps getting moved back, same thing happens to managers. If you can take it from 1.5 hours to 30 seconds for a high-quality letter and a one-click process to approve, you can slip that into any part of your calendar. That's a really underrated part of the process. Some of the things we want to do in the future is include things like managed parameters. We think it's obtuse for all the carriers to manage all the fraud language individually all the time, for example. Kyber could manage that for you to make sure everything's automatically compliant and good to go. Statutory language really enables the full organisation to be prepared to catch each other. BEST MOMENTS ‘Kyber is an AI native, document generation and delivery platform made for claims teams, that's what we do.' ‘Nobody doubted that I could build the complex AI to underwrite and quantify the risk, what they needed to figure out was could I sell insurance, which is why I got my broker's licence!' ‘The results have been better than I expected, we've seen 65% faster drafting times, 80% consolidation of their templates across a 50-state operation, and 5x reduction in letter cycle times for documents.' ABOUT THE GUESTS Arvind Sontha is co-founder and CEO of Kyber, an AI startup that is redefining how carriers' NTPAs handle claims correspondence. Arvind is at the forefront of digital transformation, leading Kyber's mission to automate and streamline the entire lifecycle of claims forms and letters. Kyber's clients report the impact of AI automation is undeniable: Claims teams using Kyber have reduced letter drafting time by up to 85%, cut review time by 60%, and achieved a 3x faster outreach to policy holders. LinkedIn ABOUT THE HOST Sabine is a corporate strategist turned entrepreneur. She is the CEO and Managing Partner of Alchemy Crew a venture lab that accelerates the curation, validation, & commercialization of new tech business models. Sabine is renowned within the insurance sector for building some of the most renowned tech startup accelerators around the world working with over 30 corporate insurers, accelerated over 100 startup ventures. Sabine is the co-editor of the bestseller The INSURTECH Book, a top 50 Women in Tech, a FinTech and InsurTech Influencer, an investor & multi-award winner. Twitter LinkedIn Instagram Facebook TikTok Email Website This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

The Irish Association of Social Workers, the body representing social workers in both the public and private sector - has now called for a statutory review to be carried out into the case. To discuss this Caroline Strong, Chief Operations Officer with the Irish Association of Social Workers and Aidan Farrelly, Social Democrats.

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Kentucky Delivery Network Company Driver Transparency & Protections Act SECTION 1. KRS Chapter [to be assigned] is amended to create a new section to read as follows: As used in Sections 1 to 10 of this Act, unless the context requires otherwise: "Delivery network company" or "DNC" means an entity that: (a) Uses a digital network to connect consumers with drivers to facilitate delivery services; (b) Collects payments from consumers for such delivery services; and (c) Compensates drivers for providing such services. "Driver" means an individual who: (a) Is engaged by a delivery network company to provide delivery services; (b) May be classified as an independent contractor or an employee; and (c) Uses a personal or commercial vehicle to fulfill delivery requests. "Consumer" means an individual who uses a delivery network company's platform to request and receive delivery services. SECTION 2. A delivery network company shall, for each delivery transaction: Clearly disclose to the consumer: (a) The total amount charged for the delivery, including all fees, tips, and service charges; and (b) The amount or percentage of the total that will be remitted to the driver. Clearly disclose to the driver prior to accepting a delivery offer: (a) The total amount payable for the delivery; and (b) Any tip included; and       (c) Delivery pick up and drop off location; and       (d) Delivery total miles. Ensure that: (a) One hundred percent (100%) of any tip provided by the consumer is paid to the driver; and (b) A driver's base compensation is not reduced based on the amount of a tip. SECTION 3. A delivery network company shall provide each driver with access to all contracts or terms of service that govern the relationship between the driver and the company. Any updates or changes to contract terms shall be: (a) Provided to the driver via the digital platform and via email; and (b) Presented in clear and understandable language. A delivery network company shall: (a) Make available all current contract templates to drivers in English and Spanish; and (b) Post notice of any revised contract terms at least fourteen (14) days prior to implementation. SECTION 4. A delivery network company shall maintain and publicly post a written driver deactivation policy. If a driver is deactivated or restricted from accessing the platform, the company shall: (a) Provide written notice stating the specific reason for deactivation; and (b) Offer an internal appeal process that allows the driver to contest the deactivation and request reinstatement. Deactivation policies and appeal procedures shall be made available on the company's website. SECTION 5. When matching a driver with a consumer for a delivery, the company shall include a prompt or notice requesting that the consumer facilitate a safe delivery environment, which may include: (a) Keeping paths to delivery locations clear and well-lit; and (b) Securing pets or potential hazards. A driver shall be provided no fewer than sixty (60) seconds to review and accept or decline a delivery offer. SECTION 6. A delivery network company shall submit quarterly reports to the Kentucky Labor Cabinet, containing the following data: (a) Average and range of driver compensation per delivery; (b) Percentage and distribution of tips among drivers; (c) Number of drivers deactivated during the reporting period and outcomes of appeal proceedings. The Labor Cabinet shall compile and publish an annual report summarizing the data and providing recommendations for legislative or regulatory action as necessary. SECTION 7. A driver or consumer aggrieved by a violation of this Act may bring a civil action in a court of competent jurisdiction for: (a) Statutory damages of up to one thousand dollars ($1,000) per violation; (b) Actual damages; and (c) Injunctive or other equitable relief as the court deems appropriate. The Kentucky Labor Cabinet may impose administrative fines not to exceed five hundred dollars ($500) per violation. SECTION 8. The Kentucky Labor Cabinet shall promulgate administrative regulations necessary to implement and enforce the provisions of this Act. SECTION 9. The General Assembly hereby appropriates sufficient funds from the General Fund to the Kentucky Labor Cabinet to carry out its duties under this Act for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026. SECTION 10. Sections 1 through 8 of this Act shall take effect on March 6th, 2026. This Act is hereby declared to be an emergency measure in order to allow immediate preparation and rule making, and shall take effect upon its passage and becoming law. ***** ***** ***** ***** *****  Rideshare Rodeo Brand & Podcast: https://linktr.ee/RideshareRodeo 

Looking to master the DST and make the right choice in your 1031 exchange? This guide breaks down exactly how to select the best Delaware statutory trust for your needs, avoid common mistakes, and follow key 1031 exchange rules while getting the most out of your investment.In this episode, we'll walk you through everything from 1031 exchange strategies to understanding accredited investor requirements, plus how the qualified intermediary 1031 process works and why it matters. Whether you're comparing Delaware statutory trust 1031 options or evaluating Delaware statutory trust pros and cons, you'll get the insights you need to choose confidently.✅ What a DST is and why it works for certain investors✅ How to match the right Delaware statutory trust to your 1031 exchange goals✅ The role of a qualified intermediary 1031 in avoiding tax pitfalls✅ 1031 exchange strategies to maximize tax deferral✅ Key 1031 exchange rules every investor must know✅ Accredited investor requirements and how they affect DST eligibility✅ Understanding Delaware statutory trust pros and cons before you investIf you want to make the smartest move for your next 1031 exchange, this episode is your starting point.

From 1 September 2025, the new failure to prevent fraud offence will come into effect under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA). Statutory guidance from the Home Office sets out the framework that large organisations should implement by September 2025, to ensure they have in place reasonable fraud prevention procedures.In this three-part special of RPC's Taxing Matters podcast, RPC's Tom Jenkins, Of Counsel and Financial Crime specialist joins Alexis Armitage, RPC's Taxing Matters podcast host to discuss the new offence and its potential impact on businesses, and other developments relevant to the law of corporate criminal liability.In the final episode of the series, Alexis Armitage and Tom Jenkins discuss the future of corporate criminal liability, focusing on new and upcoming legal developments.In this episode, they discuss:developments regarding “failure to prevent” offences, including bribery, facilitation of tax evasion, and the forthcoming fraud offencethe potential impact of the proposed Crime and Policing Bill, which could significantly broaden corporate liability further, including in relation to non-financial crime offenceskey considerations for organisations in preparation for 1 September 2025, including compliance, training, and risk assessment.All information is correct at the time of recording. Taxing Matters is not a substitute for legal advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From 1 September 2025, the new failure to prevent fraud offence will come into effect under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA). Statutory guidance from the Home Office sets out the framework that large organisations should implement by September 2025, to ensure they have in place reasonable fraud prevention procedures.In this three-part special of RPC's Taxing Matters podcast, RPC's Tom Jenkins, Of Counsel and Financial Crime specialist joins Alexis Armitage, RPC's Taxing Matters podcast host to discuss the new offence and its potential impact on businesses, and other developments relevant to the law of corporate criminal liability.In the second episode of our series, Alexis and Tom dive into the new failure to prevent fraud offence, which comes into force in September 2025 under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act, and discuss:details of the new offence and who it will apply towhich fraud offences are in scopean analysis of its effect on large organisations and smaller businessesjurisdictional scope, including risks for overseas companiesthe “reasonable procedures” defence and six key compliance principleswhat businesses should be doing now in readinessStay tuned for the final episode in our series as we look at what might be coming next in this fast-moving area of the law. All information is correct at the time of recording. Taxing Matters is not a substitute for legal advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The UK has moved to a residency-based tax system, and the rules aren't just complex, they're strict. Whether you're planning to return home full-time or just thinking about splitting your time between the US and the UK, this episode is essential listening.Richard Taylor is joined by listener favourite and raconteur Aidan Grant – a partner in the tax and trust estate team at Collyer Bristow. Aidan and Richard explore:·      How the UK's Statutory Residency Test (SRT) works (and how easy it is to trip over it)·      The four key ties HMRC uses to determine how many days you can spend in the UK·      Why pre-arrival tax planning is still critical, even under the new system·      What happens if you inadvertently trigger UK tax residency·      When and how to claim split year treatment or treaty relief·      The four-year ‘foreign income and gains' regime, and how to use it strategically·      Why staying under the threshold in early years can protect you from UK inheritance tax down the lineIf you're a Brit in America considering a return home, or even just thinking of spending part of the year working in the UK,  this episode could save you a lot of money, time, and stress.To get more insights like this direct to your inbox, sign up at www.planfirstwealth.comWe're the Brits in America is affiliated with Plan First Wealth LLC, an SEC registered investment advisor. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Plan First Wealth. Information presented is for educational purposes only and does not intend to make an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Plan First Wealth does not provide any tax and/or legal advice and strongly recommends that listeners seek their own advice in these areas.

From 1 September 2025, the new failure to prevent fraud offence will come into effect under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023 (ECCTA). Statutory guidance from the Home Office sets out the framework that large organisations should implement by September 2025, to ensure they have in place reasonable fraud prevention procedures.In this three-part special of RPC's Taxing Matters podcast, RPC's Tom Jenkins, Of Counsel and Financial Crime specialist joins Alexis Armitage, RPC's Taxing Matters podcast host to discuss the new offence and its potential impact on businesses, and other developments relevant to the law of corporate criminal liability.Part 1: A recap on corporate criminal liabilityIn part 1, Alexis and Tom look at how the law around corporate criminal liability is changing and discuss:the historic “identification doctrine” and its limitations for law enforcement bodies when seeking to prosecute companieskey criticisms of the old law and why reform was neededthe major changes introduced by the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act, including the new legal test for attributing criminal liability to companieswhat counts as a “senior manager” under that new test and which offences are in scopesteps organisations should consider in response to this important change in the law.Coming soonStay tuned for our next episodes as we take a more in depth look at the new failure to prevent fraud offence, and consider the future of corporate criminal liability. Part 2: What is failure to prevent fraud? | Thursday 24 JulyPart 3: Looking ahead: further developments for corporate criminal liability | Thursday 31 JulyAll information is correct at the time of recording. Taxing Matters is not a substitute for legal advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Property management is an optional competency on the commercial real estate pathway that requires a breadth of knowledge and understanding of statute and practice alike. This week we discuss how to demonstrate this knowledge to achieve the Property Management competency.

Kay Properties invites Cove Capital Investments executives to describe a new Build-to-Rent Delaware Statutory Trust offering, Cove Texas Build-to-Rent 97 DST currently available on the Kay Properties & Investments online marketplace at www.kpi1031.com. 

Welcome back to Through the inquisitor's lens, the podcast that explores the complex world of public inquiries and inquests, one question at a time. In the final part of this two-part episode, we explore the government's response, issued in February this year, to the House of Lords Statutory Inquiries Committee report, which examined how to increase public trust and confidence in public inquiries. Catherine Henney is joined by Sarah Jones and Isabelle Mitchell, partners in Eversheds Sutherland's Public Inquiries team, as they continue their discussion from part 1 by focusing on how to minimise delays and reduce costs in public inquiries.

UUP's Doug Beattie and Belfast Telegraph Crime Correspondent Allison Morris discuss.

Welcome back to Through the inquisitor's lens, our new podcast series which explores the complex world of public inquiries and inquests, one question at a time. In this two-part episode, we explore the Government's response in February this year to the House of Lords Statutory Inquiries Committee report, which looked at how to increase public trust and confidence in public inquiries. Catherine Henney, Legal Director, is joined by Sarah Jones and Isabelle Mitchell, both Partners in the Eversheds Sutherland Public Inquiries team. Together, they examine the three key areas addressed by the Committee - the implementation of inquiry recommendations, the persistent challenges of delay and cost, and potential approaches for improving best practice. Part two of the discussion will follow in the next episode of Through the Inquisitor's Lens.

Ehud is a managing partner at Perch Wealth, an investment and advisory firm that specializes in alternative investments, 1031 exchanges and Delaware statutory trusts. While he no longer practices law, Ehud is still a licensed California attorney. He is also a licensed California real estate broker. For more than a decade, Ehud owned and operated a highly successful law firm in San Diego, focusing on real estate and consumer rights. Ehudholds a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science as well as a law degree from University of Auckland in new Zealand. He additionally holds a series 3, 7, 66, and 63 registrations. Connect with Ehud: https://perchwealth.com/team-members/, Call: 858.201.7659 Highlights: 1:28 - Ehud's Start from Law to Real Estate 4:56 - Delaware Statutory Trust Explained (hold assets) 8:28 - Reason for DSTs popularity 15:10 - DSTs Life Cycle 19:43 - Important Questions for Newbies   Quote: "The one thing you want to look at with DSTs is their track record..."    Recommended Resources: Accredited Investors, you're invited to Join the Cashflow Investor Club to learn how you can partner with Kevin Bupp on current and upcoming opportunities to create passive cash flow and build wealth. Join the Club! If you're a high net worth investor with capital to deploy in the next 12 months and you want to build passive income and wealth with a trusted partner, go to InvestWithKB.com for opportunities to invest in real estate projects alongside Kevin and his team.  Looking for the ultimate guide to passive investing? Grab a copy of my latest book, The Cash Flow Investor at KevinBupp.com.  Tap into a wealth of free information on Commercial Real Estate Investing by listening to past podcast episodes at KevinBupp.com/Podcast.

Dr. Laura Bambrick, Social Policy Officer with the Irish Congress of Trade Unions; Alan Dillon, Minister for Small Business and Retail & Circular Economy; Cathy Bennett, Sinn Féin TD for Cavan–Monaghan; Gary Gannon, Social Democrats TD for Dublin Central

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Episode Summary In this critical episode of the Canadian Immigration Podcast, Mark Holthe and Alicia Backman-Beharry dive deep into one of the most overlooked yet high-stakes sections of the Express Entry process: the statutory information questions in your eAPR. Whether you're answering questions about criminal history, prior visa refusals, or previous refugee claims, one careless answer—or a failure to disclose—can result in a finding of misrepresentation and a five-year bar from Canada. Mark and Alicia walk through real-world scenarios, key case law, and provide actionable advice for how to navigate this sensitive part of the application. This episode is a must-listen for anyone preparing to submit their Express Entry application and unsure how much to disclose.

Dr Tricia Keilthy of the Ombudsman for Children’s Office is urging the government to set up a statutory mechanism for reviewing child deaths to help grieving families get answers. If you have been affected by this, you may contact The Samaritans on 116 123.

Niall Muldoon, Ombudsman for Children, is calling for a statutory mechanism to investigate child deaths in Ireland.

Amy Durham and Charles Pigott explore the new neonatal care leave regime, which will take effect next month.  They also highlight what changes are in the pipeline for other types of statutory leave.

All non-critical and non-statutorily required work will cease at the General Services Administration's Technology Transformation Services as part of a 50% reduction of the office, according to Director Thomas Shedd. In his prepared remarks for a Thursday afternoon town hall, which were obtained by FedScoop, Shedd said that to deliver technology at GSA in a “more focused and streamlined way,” moving forward TTS will support only work that is required by statute and policy, fits into the Trump administration's definition of critical, and is prioritized by the leadership at GSA “in accordance with the priorities of the administration.” Everything else will be eliminated, per Shedd, who said in his remarks that TTS will be smaller in size – at least 50% smaller. Additionally, any contracts that support the work that falls outside of the established bounds “will be terminated” and any job functions that are deemed non-essential will be cut. The prioritized and remaining TTS programs include Login.gov, FedRAMP, Cloud.gov, statutorily required websites, the Integrated Award Environment, the Office of Regulatory Oversight, the Centers of Excellence, the Presidential Innovation Fellowship Program, the U.S. Digital Corps, operations and other “special projects.” Australian-based software company Atlassian has tapped Matthew Graviss to be its first public sector chief technology officer following his recent departure as the State Department's top data and AI official. Although the role starts a new private sector chapter in Graviss's career, being the first person to establish a newly created position is familiar ground. During his time in the federal government, Graviss was the first-ever chief data officer at both the State Department and the Department of Homeland Security's U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. In an interview with FedScoop, Graviss said his role at Atlassian is an extension of that experience in that he'll again be codifying the responsibilities of the job, showing value and solving customer problems. Regardless of whether his role is in or out of the government, Graviss said “the delivery of better goods and services to citizens is contingent upon … an ecosystem of government employees, service providers, and solution providers.” The Daily Scoop Podcast is available every Monday-Friday afternoon. If you want to hear more of the latest from Washington, subscribe to The Daily Scoop Podcast  on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify and YouTube.

  The Friday Five for March 7, 2025: Starbucks and Dunkin' Spring 2025 Menus Amazon Announces Alexa+ Changes to MA and Part D Disaster/Emergency SEP Effects of ACA Subsidy Expiration by Demographic Clarification on HHS Proposed Rule Comment Periods   Starbucks and Dunkin' Spring 2025 Menus: Beams, Sophia. “Dunkin' Brings Back Two Fan-Favorite Drinks Just in Time for Spring.” Bhg.Com, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2025, www.bhg.com/dunkin-spring-menu-2025-11690288. Tyko, Kelly. “Dunkin' Spring Menu Launches, Nondairy Surcharge Removed.” Axios.Com, Axios, 5 Mar. 2025, www.axios.com/2025/03/05/dunkin-spring-menu-2025-dunkalatte-pistachio-coffee. “New Iced Cherry Chai Joins Lavender Drinks on Starbucks Spring Menu.” About.Starbucks.Com, Starbucks, 3 Mar. 2025, about.starbucks.com/stories/2025/new-iced-cherry-chai-joins-lavender-drinks-on-starbucks-spring-menu/. Palan, Michael. “We Tried Starbucks' New Spring Menu Items, and These 2 Drinks Stole the Show.” Tastingtable.Com, Tasting Table, 3 Mar. 2025, www.tastingtable.com/1801587/starbucks-reserve-new-spring-menu-2025-drinks-food/.   Amazon Announces Alexa+: “50 Things to Try with Alexa+.” Aboutamazon.Comt, Amazon, 26 Feb. 2025, www.aboutamazon.com/news/devices/new-alexa-top-features. Haselton, Todd, et al. “Amazon Alexa Event Live Blog: All the News from the Keynote.” Theverge.Com, The Verge, 26 Feb. 2025, www.theverge.com/news/618261/amazon-alexa-event-live-blog-2025. Panay, Panos. “Introducing Alexa+, the next Generation of Alexa.” Aboutamazon.Com, Amazon, 26 Feb. 2025, www.aboutamazon.com/news/devices/new-alexa-generative-artificial-intelligence. Diaz, Maria. “Not All Echo Devices Will Get Alexa+ Initially - See If Yours Made the List.” Zdnet.Com, ZDNET, 28 Feb. 2025, www.zdnet.com/article/alexa-plus-will-run-on-select-echo-devices-see-if-yours-is-on-the-list/. Ellis, Cat. “Want to Try Alexa+? Here Are the Echo Devices It'll Work On.” Techradar.Com, TechRadar, 27 Feb. 2025, www.techradar.com/home/smart-speakers/want-to-try-alexa-plus-here-are-the-echo-devices-itll-work-on. Aten, Jason. “With Its AI-Powered Alexa+, Amazon Just Put Apple on Notice.” Inc.Com, Inc, 26 Feb. 2025, www.inc.com/jason-aten/with-its-ai-powered-alexa-plus-amazon-just-put-apple-on-notice/91153371. Stanley, Alyse. “You Can Get Alexa+ Early — Here's How to Sign up.” Tomsguide.Com, Tom's Guide, 1 Mar. 2025, www.tomsguide.com/ai/you-can-get-alexa-early-heres-how-to-sign-up.   Changes to MA and Part D Disaster/Emergency SEP: Crowe, Edward. “New Medicare FEMA SEP Rules.” Pfsinsurance.Com, Pinnacle Financial Services, 29 Jan. 2025, pfsinsurance.com/blog/new-medicare-fema-sep-rules-crowe-associates. “Change to Beneficiary Use of the SEP for Individuals Affected by a Government Entity-Declared Disaster or Other Emergency.” Cms.Gov, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 3 Dec. 2024, 20178637.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/20178637/42%20ea%20-%20Product%20Profile.pdf.   Effects of ACA Subsidy Expiration by Demographic: Lambrew, Jeanne. “Enhanced ACA Marketplace Tax Credits Worked—And Shouldn't Be Eliminated.” Tcf.Org, The Century Foundation, 7 Aug. 2024, tcf.org/content/commentary/enhanced-aca-marketplace-tax-credits-worked-and-shouldnt-be-eliminated/. Richards, Carson, and Sara  R. Collins. “Enhanced Premium Tax Credits for ACA Health Plans: Who They Help, and Who Gets Hurt If They're Not Extended.” Commonwealthfund.Org, Commonwealth Fund, 18 Feb. 2025, www.commonwealthfund.org/publications/explainer/2025/feb/enhanced-premium-tax-credits-aca-health-plans. Sullivan, Jennifer. “Enhanced Tax Credits Keep ACA Marketplace Coverage Affordable for 2025.” Cbpp.Org, Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, 18 Nov. 2024, www.cbpp.org/blog/enhanced-tax-credits-keep-aca-marketplace-coverage-affordable-for-2025. “How Much More Would People Pay in Premiums If the ACA's Enhanced Subsidies Expired?” Kff.Org, KFF, 18 Dec. 2024, https://www.kff.org/interactive/how-much-more-would-people-pay-in-premiums-if-the-acas-enhanced-subsidies-expired/ Ortaliza, Jared, et al. “Inflation Reduction Act Health Insurance Subsidies: What Is Their Impact and What Would Happen If They Expire?” Kff.Org, KFF, 26 July 2024, www.kff.org/affordable-care-act/issue-brief/inflation-reduction-act-health-insurance-subsidies-what-is-their-impact-and-what-would-happen-if-they-expire/. Banthin, Jessica, et al. “Who Benefits from Enhanced Premium Tax Credits in the Marketplace?” Urban.Org, Urban Institute, June 2024, www.urban.org/sites/default/files/2024-06/Who_Benefits_from_Enhanced_Premium_Tax_Credits_in_the_Marketplace.pdf. Lo, Justin, and Cynthia Cox. “Who Might Lose Eligibility for Affordable Care Act Marketplace Subsidies If Enhanced Tax Credits Are Not Extended?” Kff.Com, KFF, 28 Feb. 2025, www.kff.org/policy-watch/who-might-lose-eligibility-for-affordable-care-act-marketplace-subsidies-if-enhanced-tax-credits-are-not-extended/.   Clarification on HHS Proposed Rule Comment Periods: “Compilation of the Social Security Laws.” Ssa.Gov, Social Security Administration, www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/ssact/title18/1871.htm. Accessed 5 Mar. 2025. “HHS Rescinds Policy Regarding Notice-and-Comment Rulemaking – Implications for Health Care Industry.” Www.Hoganlovells.Com, Hogan Lovells, 3 Mar. 2025, www.hoganlovells.com/en/publications/hhs-rescinds-policy-regarding-noticeandcomment-rulemaking-implications-for-health-care-industry. “Policy on Adhering to the Text of the Administrative Procedure Act.” Federalregister.Gov, Federal Register, 3 Mar. 2025, www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/03/03/2025-03300/policy-on-adhering-to-the-text-of-the-administrative-procedure-act. Goldman, Maya. “RFK Jr. Move to Kill Public Comment Roils Providers.” Axios.Com, Axios, 3 Mar. 2025, www.axios.com/2025/03/03/rfk-transparency-rule-elimination-fallout. Cueto, Isabella. “RFK Jr. Moves to Eliminate Public Comment on HHS Decisions.” Statnews.Com, STAT, 28 Feb. 2025, www.statnews.com/2025/02/28/rfk-jr-eliminating-public-comment-hhs-decisions-richardson-waiver/. Muoio, Dave. “RFK Jr. Orders HHS to End ‘extra-Statutory' Notice, Public Comment Process in Rulemaking.” Fiercehealthcare.Com, Fierce Healthcare, 3 Mar. 2025, www.fiercehealthcare.com/regulatory/rfk-jr-orders-hhs-end-notice-public-comment-process-rulemaking. Howe, Amy. “Supreme Court Strikes down Chevron, Curtailing Power of Federal Agencies.” Scotusblog.Com, SCOTUSblog, 26 July 2024, www.scotusblog.com/2024/06/supreme-court-strikes-down-chevron-curtailing-power-of-federal-agencies/.   Resources: Diversify Your Insurance Portfolio & Reap Real Rewards: https://lnk.to/asg651 FAQs About Registering with Ritter Insurance Marketing: https://ritterim.com/blog/faqs-about-registering-with-ritter-insurance-marketing/   How To Better Market Yourself: https://ritterim.com/blog/how-to-better-market-yourself/   Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Do's and Don'ts: https://lnk.to/oRft1p SNP Summit Registration is Live: https://lnk.to/asgf20250228   Follow Us on Social! 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A man considered to be one of the most powerful Hells Angels in Quebec will have to spend the next 10 months behind bars. Plus other biker news. Join us as we discuss.Please consider sponsoring the channel by signing up for our channel memberships. You can also support us by signing up for our podcast channel membership for $9.99 per month, where 100% of the membership price goes directly to us at https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-dragon-s-lair-motorcycle-chaos--3267493/support.  Follow us on:Instagram: BlackDragonBikerTV TikTok: BlackDragonBikertv Twitter: jbunchiiFacebook: BlackDragonBikerBuy Black Dragon Merchandise, Mugs, Hats, T-Shirts Books: https://blackdragonsgear.comDonate to our cause:Cashapp: $BikerPrezPayPal: jbunchii Zelle: jbunchii@aol.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BlackDragonNPSubscribe to our new discord server https://discord.gg/dshaTSTSubscribe to our online news magazine www.bikerliberty.comGet 20% off Gothic biker rings by using my special discount code: blackdragon go to http://gthic.com?aff=147 Join my News Letter to get the latest in MC protocol, biker club content, and my best picks for every day carry. https://johns-newsletter-43af29.beehiiv.com/subscribe   Get my Audio Book Prospect's Bible an Audible: https://adbl.co/3OBsfl5 Help us get to 30,000 subscribers on www.instagram.com/BlackDragonBikerTV on Instagram. Thank you!

The family of Aoife Johnston - who died in the overcrowded Emergency Department of University Hospital Limerick - are calling on the new Government to order a Full Statutory Inquiry into her death. John spoke to Aoife's parents Carol and James.

In this episode of the InsuranceAUM.com Podcast, host Stewart Foley, CFA, sits down with Barbara Arnold and Scott Kurland of SS&C Technologies to explore the latest developments in NAIC statutory reporting. With growing portfolio complexity and evolving regulatory requirements, insurers are facing increasing challenges in maintaining compliance while ensuring accuracy and efficiency in reporting.   Barbara and Scott discuss the major trends shaping the industry, including the growing role of alternative investments, the shift to multi-manager models, and changes in asset classifications that impact reporting requirements. They also highlight the rising adoption of outsourcing and co-sourcing solutions, helping insurers streamline processes while maintaining compliance. As reporting deadlines tighten and staffing challenges persist, having a clear strategy for data integrity and workflow optimization is more critical than ever.   This conversation provides expert insights and practical solutions for insurance investment professionals looking to navigate today's complex NAIC reporting environment. From best practices in statutory reporting to strategies for staying ahead of regulatory changes, this episode offers valuable perspectives for insurers aiming to enhance their reporting processes. Listen now to gain a deeper understanding of how insurers can optimize their reporting workflows and ensure compliance in an increasingly demanding landscape.

Learn why the Small Bay Industrial asset class is gaining in popularity among Delaware Statutory Trust investors. 

As one of the nation's leading expert real estate investment firms specializing in Delaware Statutory Trust investments, Kay Properties is regularly asked about the nuances and strategies surrounding Delaware Statutory Trust investments for 1031 exchanges or direct cash investments. Listen to some of Frequently Asked Questions investors ask regarding Delaware Statutory Trusts and 1031 exchanges. This is a must hear episode for anyone interested in learning more about Delaware Statutory Trust investments. 

Tar éis do rialtas úr a bheith ceaptha inniu, beidh aird na n-airí rialtais ar spriocanna an Chláir Rialtais a bhaint amach. Foilsíodh an clár rialtais le breis agus 160 leathanach ann ag déanamh cur síos ar na gealltanais ar fad atá ag an rialtas nua seo. Ach cad é atá i ndán don teanga faoin Aire Ghaeltachta nua? Labhair an t-iriseoir Bill Bhreatnach le Seachtain leis na spriocanna is suntasaí i leith na Gaeilge a phlé. Foclóir: Clár rialtais - Programme for Government. Spriocanna – Targets. Breithiúnas - Judgement. Lánfhostaíocht - Full employment. Earnáil na cógaisíochta - Pharmaceutical industry. Líonraí - Networks. Maoin intleachtúil - Intellectual property. Brabús - Profit. Stocaireacht – Campaign. Soláthar - Supply Móréileamh - Main demands. Athbhreithniú - Review. cumhacht reachtúil - Statutory powers. Maoiniú - Funding. Deontas - Grant. Athchóiriú - refurbish.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The House Ethics Committee is releasing its report on Matt Gaetz. The details include Gaetz paying more than $90,000 for sex and drugs, Statutory rape, allegations and prohibited use of favors and privileges. Donald Trump is extremely annoyed about talk that he isn't really driving the ship when it comes to his upcoming transition into the White House and presidency. After Elon Musk derailed a bipartisan deal on government funding, questions about Musk being a “shadow president” started swirling. It getting under Trump's skin enough that he mentioned it during a weekend speech, calling the idea a hoax. Is it? Did Trump sell his power to Musk like he's offering up the environment to billionaires who pay enough to ruin our land? We'll ask iHeart television and radio political analyst Gary Dietrich about that and more. Author Cary Baker will join us to discuss his new book “Down on the Corner: Adventures in Busking and Street Music.”  The book covers 100 years of street music and features many former buskers who went on to fame. If you're looking for a cool last-minute holiday gift, this might be the one.The Mark Thompson Show 12/23/24Patreon subscribers are the backbone of the show! If you'd like to help, here's our Patreon Link:https://www.patreon.com/themarkthompsonshowMaybe you're more into PayPal.  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=PVBS3R7KJXV24And you'll find everything on our website: https://www.themarkthompsonshow.com

Show #2306 Show Notes: Micah 6:8 https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Micah%206%3A8&version=KJV ‘Discipline’: https://webstersdictionary1828.com/Dictionary/discipline Ohio Senate passes Bill outlawing Criticism of Israel: https://www.informationliberation.com/?id=64778 ‘Vice’: https://webstersdictionary1828.com/Dictionary/vice ‘Turpitude’: https://webstersdictionary1828.com/Dictionary/Turpitude ‘Vile’: https://webstersdictionary1828.com/Dictionary/vile Statutory Law: https://library.highline.edu/c.php?g=344547&p=2320275 What Is The Difference Between Common Law And Statutory Law? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eqyvE4CA92s […]

Policies given by Christ; Epistles?; Misunderstanding Paul; Paul's court experiences; Crazier Emperators; US Commanders in Chief; Moral authority?; King Jesus; Travel at Christ's time; Incense-burning; Benefit Temples; Centurion Christians; Rightly dividing bread from house to house; "Religion"; Temple membership; Acts 17:7; "Rhomaios" status; Appealing to Caesar; Explaining Christ; Salvation; Article 1: Congregations; Article 2: Seat of authority; What did Christ say?; "Logos" = right reason; Article 3: Conscience of The Church; Government of, for and by the people; Trees of Knowledge and Life; In, but not of, the "world"; Romans 13; Power - of choice; Consequences; Abraham and Lot; "Altars"; "Melchizedek"; The Church is a possession of God; "Church" = ekklesia = called out; Corruption of power; Term limits?; Statutory bondage; Article 4; Repentance; Covetous practices; Christ's commandments; Harmonious arrangements; Lev 20:26 "Holy"; Consecration; Separation; Covenanting with kings; Following Holy Spirit; "Put to death"; Judgements of Moses; Lev 22:2; Turning the world upside-down; False witness; Minister separation from the "world"; Pilate's declaration of Christ as king; No coveting; Loving God and our neighbors; Lev 15:31; Mt 20:13; Ordained of God; Lk 6:22; Getting kicked out of bondage; "stoning"; Having hard discussions; Num 18:14; John 15:19; "world"; Private Religion; Your duty to your fellowman; Welfare snares; The Gospel message; John 17:14; Denying the power of God; "Dunamis"; Judging; 2 Cor 6:14 "believer"; Lot's wife; Freewill offerings; Ananias's offerings; "Levites"; Sitting in darkness; Withstanding tyranny; "Infidel"; Phileo love; Faith compels action; Agape love; Sacrifice; Giving your choice away; Elder-driven Church; Homeschooling; Individual choice to love; "Belial"; 2 Cor 6:17 Be ye separate; Heb 7:26; Article 5: Servants of the Kingdom; Living stones; "Leaven"; Ensnaring yourself; "Deacon"; Tithe; Rewards of unrighteousness; Deut 14:29; Legal title; Doing the will of the Father; Acts 13:2; Barnabas; "Nicolaitans"; Serving congregations; Doing contrary to Christ?; Repent.

In this episode, Patrick McKenzie (patio11) and Lars Doucet, the author of Land is a Big Deal, discuss how cities determine your property's value and collect taxes. They explore how assessment offices juggle political pressures, statistical models, and technological tools while trying to maintain equity across millions of properties. They also cover why assessment offices are separate from tax collectors, how property value protests actually work, and why your neighbor's house might be assessed differently than yours.–Full transcript available here: www.complexsystemspodcast.com/property-assessment-lars-doucet/–Sponsors: GiveWell | CheckSupport proven charities that deliver measurable results and learn how to maximize your charitable impact with GiveWell. First-time donors get $100 matched. Go to givewell.org (and type in "Complex Systems" at checkout).Check is the leading payroll infrastructure provider and pioneer of embedded payroll. Check makes it easy for any SaaS platform to build a payroll business, and already powers 60+ popular platforms. Head to checkhq.com/complex and tell them patio11 sent you.–Links:Lars' book: https://www.landisabigdeal.com/Lars' blog: https://www.fortressofdoors.com/ Bits about Money: https://www.bitsaboutmoney.com/ –Twitter@larsiusprime@patio11–Timestamps(00:00) Introduction(00:23) How property taxes work (Texas Example)(02:45) The political art of avoiding tax rate blame(05:53) Sources of real estate data(08:08) Historical property assessment(11:04) Statutory guidance vs. Actual practice on market value assessment(14:25) Tax rate strategy and sandbagging(15:17) Assessed value vs market value(16:16) Assessment caps and Prop 13 (18:22) Sponsor: GiveWell | Check(20:27) Data collection in the field(22:54) Data collection methods(25:08) Property valuation: Beyond location and correlative factors(26:52) Depreciation of buildings(27:37) Orthodox view of depreciation(30:53) Real estate cultural differences(33:59) Urban redevelopment and land value(36:59) Small business realities and perceptions(46:19) Property tax protests(50:45) Predictive protests(52:19) Accuracy vs equity testing(58:50) Cook county assessor's office(1:01:11) Lars's background(1:05:38) What is GIS?(1:09:52) Wrap

In this case, the court considered this issue: does 18 U-S-C § 666(a)(1)(B) criminalize gratuities, i.e., payments in recognition of actions a state or local official has already taken or committed to take, without any quid pro quo agreement to take those actions?    The case was decided on June 26, 2024. The Supreme Court held that Federal law, 18 U-S-C §666, proscribes bribes to state and local officials but does not make it a crime for those officials to accept gratuities for their past acts. Justice Brett Kavanaugh authored the 6-3 majority opinion of the Court. The Court identified six main reasons that 18 U-S-C §666(a)(1)(B) is a bribery statute and not a gratuities statute:    a) Text: The language of §666 closely resembles the federal bribery statute (§201(b)) rather than the federal gratuities statute (§201(c)).    b) Statutory history: Congress amended §666 in 1986 to model it after the bribery statute, not the gratuities statute.    c) Statutory structure: Unlike other laws, §666 does not separate bribery and gratuities into distinct provisions.    d) Statutory punishments: The penalties in §666 align with those for bribery, not gratuities, and would create inexplicable sentencing disparities if applied to gratuities.    e) Federalism: Interpreting §666 as a gratuities statute would significantly infringe on states' rights to regulate their officials' conduct.    f) Fair notice: The government's interpretation would create ambiguity and potentially criminalize innocuous behavior without clear guidelines for state and local officials. The Court rejected the government's argument that the inclusion of the term "rewarded" in §666 indicates it covers gratuities. Rather, the word "rewarded" serves to close potential loopholes in bribery cases. Because §666 prohibits bribes but not gratuities, state and local governments may choose whether and how to regulate gratuities for their officials within constitutional bounds. Justice Neil Gorsuch joined the Court's opinion in full and wrote a separate concurrence. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson authored a dissenting opinion, in which Justices Sonia Sotomayor and Elena Kagan joined. The opinion is presented here in its entirety, but with citations omitted. If you appreciate this episode, please subscribe. Thank you.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scotus-opinions/support

Ehud Gersten is a licensed securities professional focusing on 1031 exchanges and Delaware Statutory Trusts (DSTs). Previously, Ehud owned and operated a successful law firm in San Diego, focusing on real estate and consumer rights. Today, he helps investors by providing expert guidance on their real estate investments as a managing partner of Perch Wealth. Learn More About Ehud Here: Perch Wealth - www.perchwealth.com Connect with the Global Investors Show, Charles Carillo and Harborside Partners: ◾ Setup a FREE 30 Minute Strategy Call with Charles: http://ScheduleCharles.com ◾ Learn How To Invest In Real Estate: https://www.SyndicationSuperstars.com/  ◾ FREE Passive Investing Guide: http://www.HSPguide.com ◾ Join Our Weekly Email Newsletter: http://www.HSPsignup.com ◾ Passively Invest in Real Estate: http://www.InvestHSP.com ◾ Global Investors Web Page: http://GlobalInvestorsPodcast.com/  

For real estate investors considering Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) investments—whether for a 1031 exchange or as a direct cash investment, it is important to define your investment strategy. For example, are you looking for an investment where you have the abilitiy to potentially generate greater monthly net operating income, or are you more interested in a steady income stream over a long period of time. These two investment strategies are often called the “Anchor and Buoy” investment theory. DSTs are uniquely suited to help investors potentially achieve the benefits of both strategies, potentially offering the stability of an anchor with the growth opportunities of a buoy. 

When it comes to patent eligibility and statutory construction, does “any” really mean “any?” In the courts, is it permissible to limit statutorily-authorized patent term adjustment based on a doctrine that has no basis in statute? The debate surrounding these issues has only gotten livelier with recent Federal Circuit decisions and a bi-partisan patent eligibility bill working its way through Congress. With this backdrop, please join us for an exciting discussion about whether patent law has run afoul of the basic precepts of textualism and statutory construction, and what, if anything, should be done about it.Featuring:Matthew Dowd, Founder and Partner, Dowd Scheffel PLLCSherry Knowles, Principal, Knowles Intellectual Property StrategiesGene Quinn, President & CEO, IPWatchdog, Inc.Prof. Josh Sarnoff, Professor of Law, DePaul University College of LawModerator: John Rogitz, Managing Attorney, Rogitz & Associates--To register, click the link above.

Send us a textTodd Zwicky, professor at George Mason's Scalia Law School, challenges some conventional legal doctrine, taking up the views of Bruno Leone and Friedrich Hayek. What if the legal world has underestimated the power of spontaneous order? Todd's intellectual journey sheds light on how these groundbreaking ideas contrast sharply with the dominant constructivist views shaping contemporary legal thought. Todd offers perspectives on the role of intuition and reasonableness in the courtroom, inspired by the legacies of Leone and Hayek. Uncover the hidden parallels between market dynamics and legal systems, emphasizing the fluidity of Roman law as a process of discovery. Links:Todd Zywicki's Faculty PageZywicki's published work on Leoni, and the Common LawThe Rise and Fall of Efficiency in the Common Law: A Supply-Side Analysis, 97 NORTHWESTERN L. REV. 1551 (2003). Common Law and Economic Efficiency (with Edward Stringham), in 7 ENCYCLOPEDIA OF LAW AND ECONOMICS: THE PRODUCTION OF LEGAL RULES (2d ed., Francesco Parisi, ed., 2012). Bruno Leoni's Legacy and Continued Relevance, 30(1) J. OF PRIVATE ENTERPRISE 131-41 (2015).Austrian Law and Economics and Efficiency in the Common Law (with Edward Stringham), in RESEARCH HANDBOOK ON AUSTRIAN LAW AND ECONOMICS 192 (Todd J. Zywicki and Peter J. Boettke, eds. 2017). The Loper Bright SCOTUS Decision (And the Gorsuch concurrence!)If you have questions or comments, or want to suggest a future topic, email the show at taitc.email@gmail.com ! You can follow Mike Munger on Twitter at @mungowitz

In the realm of real estate investing, the 1031 exchange Delaware Statutory Trust can provide savvy real estate investors a unique opportunity to achieve passive management, the potential for regular monthly distributions, and a way to enter one of the most tax efficient real estate investment strategies available today. However, one the best ways to maximize this real estate investment strategy is by first understanding some of the benefits and risks of the Delaware Statutory Trust. This recording will jump right into specific advantages and disadvantages associated with DST 1031 exchanges and provide a comprehensive look into this popular investment strategy.

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AB 1778, as amended, Connolly. Vehicles: electric bicycles.Existing law defines an electric bicycle and classifies electric bicycles into 3 classes with different restrictions. Under existing law, a “class 2 electric bicycle” is a bicycle equipped with a motor that may be used exclusively to propel the bicycle, and that is not capable of providing assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 20 miles per hour. Under existing law, a “class 3 electric bicycle” is a bicycle equipped with a speedometer and a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling, and that ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 28 miles per hour. Existing law prohibits a person under 16 years of age from operating a class 3 electric bicycle. Existing law requires a person operating, or riding upon, a class 3 electric bicycle to wear a helmet, as specified.This bill would, until January 1, 2029, authorize a local authority within the County of Marin, or the County of Marin in unincorporated areas, to adopt an ordinance or resolution that would prohibit a person under 16 years of age from operating a class 2 electric bicycle or require a person operating a class 2 electric bicycle to wear a bicycle helmet, as specified. The bill would require an ordinance or resolution that is adopted for this purpose to make a violation an infraction punishable by either a fine of $25 or completion of an electric bicycle safety and training course, as specified. The bill would, if an ordinance or resolution is adopted, require the county to, by January 1, 2028, submit a report to the Legislature that includes, among other things, the total number of traffic stops initiated for violations, the results of the traffic stops, and the actions taken by peace officers during the traffic stops, as specified. The bill would require the local authority or county to administer a public information campaign for at least 30 calendar days prior to the enactment of the ordinance or resolution, as specified. The bill would require the local authority or county to only issue warning notices for the first 60 days after the passage of the ordinance or resolution.Existing law defines an electric bicycle and classifies electric bicycles into 3 classes with different restrictions. Under existing law, a “class 2 electric bicycle” is a bicycle equipped with a motor that may be used exclusively to propel the bicycle, and that is not capable of providing assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 20 miles per hour. Under existing law, a “class 3 electric bicycle” is a bicycle equipped with a speedometer and a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling, and that ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 28 miles per hour. Existing law prohibits a person under 16 years of age from operating a class 3 electric bicycle. Existing law requires a person operating, or riding upon, a class 3 electric bicycle to wear a helmet, as specified. A violation of the Vehicle Code is a crime.This bill would additionally prohibit a person under 16 years of age from operating a class 2 electric bicycle. The bill would require a person operating, or riding upon, a class 2 electric bicycle to wear a helmet, as specified. The bill would clarify that an electric bicycle can only be placed in a certain class if it ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches a max speed regardless of the mode.Because the bill would prohibit certain persons from riding electric bicycles, the violation of which would be a crime, the bill would impose a state-mandated local program.The California Constitution requires the state to reimburse local agencies and school districts for certain costs mandated by the state. Statutory provisions establish procedures for making that reimbursement.This bill would provide that no reimbursement is required by this act for a specified reason.Digest KeyVote: majority   Appropriation: no   Fiscal Committee: yesno   Local Program: yesno  Bill TextTHE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA DO ENACT AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1.Section 21214.5 is added to the Vehicle Code, to read: 21214.5. (a) A local authority within the County of Marin, or the County of Marin in unincorporated areas, may, by ordinance or resolution, prohibit a person under 16 years of age from operating a class 2 electric bicycle.(b) A local authority within the County of Marin, or the County of Marin in unincorporated areas, may, by ordinance or resolution, require a person operating a class 2 electric bicycle to wear a bicycle helmet, as described in subdivision (b) of Section 21213.(c) An ordinance or resolution adopted pursuant to this section shall make a violation an infraction punishable by a fine of twenty-five dollars ($25) or completion of an electric bicycle safety and training course pursuant to Section 894 of the Streets and Highways Code.(d) (1) If an ordinance or resolution is adopted pursuant to this section, the county shall, by January 1, 2028, submit a report to the Legislature that includes all of the following:(A) The total number of traffic stops initiated for violations.(B) The results of the traffic stops, including whether a warning or citation was issued, property was seized, or an arrest was made.(C) The number of times a person was stopped for allegedly operating a class 2 electric bicycle while under 16 years of age but was found to be over the age limit.(D) If a warning or citation was issued, a description of the warning or the violation cited.(E) If an arrest was made, the offense cited by the officer for the arrest and the perceived race or ethnicity, gender, and approximate age of the person stopped, provided that the identification of these characteristics is solely based on the observation and perception of the peace officer who initiated the traffic stop.(F) The actions taken by a peace officer during the traffic stops, including, but not limited to, all of the following:(i) Whether the peace officer asked for consent to search the person, and, if so, whether consent was provided.(ii) Whether the peace officer searched the person or any property, and, if so, the basis for the search and the type of contraband or evidence discovered.(iii) Whether the peace officer seized any property and, if so, the type of property that was seized and the basis for seizing the property.(G) The number of times a person opted to complete, and did complete, the training course in lieu of paying the fine.(H) The number of times that a person under 16 years of age was operating an electric bicycle and was involved in an accident that resulted in a permanent, serious injury, as defined in Section 20001, or a fatality in the six months prior to adoption of the ordinance or resolution, the cause of the accident, and the class of the electric bicycle that was being operated at the time of the accident.(I) The number of times that a person under 16 years of age was operating an electric bicycle and was involved in an accident that resulted in a permanent, serious injury, as defined in Section 20001, or a fatality in the six months after adoption of the ordinance or resolution, the cause of the accident, and the class of the electric bicycle that was being operated at the time of the accident.(2) A report submitted pursuant to this section shall be submitted in compliance with Section 9795 of the Government Code.(e) A local authority or the County of Marin shall administer a public information campaign for at least 30 calendar days prior to the enactment of an ordinance or resolution pursuant to this section, including public announcements in major media outlets and press releases.(f) A local authority or the County of Marin shall only issue warning notices for the first 60 days after the passage of an ordinance or resolution pursuant to this section.(g) This section shall become inoperative on January 1, 2029, and as of that date is repealed.

Navigating the nuances of 1031 exchanges can be confusing for real estate investors, especially when it comes to understanding the concept of debt replacement. In today's podcast, Kay Properties' Senior Vice President's Matt McFarland and Carmine Galimi take a deep dive into why many investors love the Delaware Statutory Trust for replacing 1031 Exchange debt.   

Joanne Witt knew better than anyone that parenting wasn't always the easiest job in the world, but when her 14-year-old daughter, Tylar, started hanging around with a much older teen named Steven Colver, things got a lot more difficult. When Joanne banned steven from coming around her daughter with the threat of pressing charges, Tylar and Steven came up with a plan to get Joanne off their backs so they could be together forever. Connect with us on Social Media!You can find us at:Instagram: @bookofthedeadpodX: @bkofthedeadpodFacebook: The Book of the Dead PodcastTikTok: BookofthedeadpodOr visit our website at www.botdpod.com ABC News. (2011a, June 4). “Juliet” Teen, Tylar Witt, describes her “Romeo,” Steven Colver, killing mom. https://abcnews.go.com/US/juliet-teen-tylar-witt-describes-romeo-steven-colver/story?id=13757722ABC News. (2011b, September 20). California Teen “Romeo and Juliet” suicide pact goes awry after mom's murder. https://abcnews.go.com/US/teen-romeo-juliet-suicide-pact-awry-moms-murder/story?id=14511861Acosta, N. (2023, September 9). After mom is found fatally stabbed, teen daughter and boyfriend point fingers at each other. Peoplemag. https://people.com/people-magazine-investigates-star-crossed-killers-joanne-witt-7966560Bliss. (2024, June 16). Forbidden Lovers End Mom to Stay Together - Bliss - Medium. Medium. https://medium.com/@theretrobliss/forbidden-lovers-end-mom-to-stay-together-64e523226888Cost of living in El Dorado Hills, CA | PayScale. (n.d.). https://www.payscale.com/cost-of-living-calculator/California-El-Dorado-Hills#Forbidden young love ends with a mother's violent murder. (2013, June 9). CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/forbidden-young-love-ends-with-a-mothers-violent-murder/Gedulin, B. L. O. O. G. (2023, June 15). Age of consent & Statutory rape laws in California. Law Office of George Gedulin. https://www.gedulinlaw.com/blog/2023/june/age-of-consent-statutory-rape-laws-in-california/#:~:text=What%20are%20the%20legal%20consequences,jail%20term%20of%20one%20year.Rasmussen, A. (n.d.). Teenage Couple Murdered Mother Who Accused Daughter's Older Boyfriend Of Statutory Rape. Investigation Discovery. Retrieved August 31, 2024, from https://www.investigationdiscovery.com/crimefeed/id-shows/people-magazine-investigates/teenage-couple-murdered-mother-who-accused-daughters-older-boyfriend-of-statutory-rapeRatajczak, J. (2011a, June 7). Colver murder trial: Tylar's stare ‘as if her mom didn't exist,' witness testifies. Village Life. https://www.villagelife.com/news/local/colver-murder-trial-tylar-s-stare-as-if-her-mom-didn-t-exist-witness-testifies/article_ca7aea68-1390-518a-8321-c1a2d1c74205.htmlRatajczak, J. (2011b, August 12). Witt, Colver sentenced. Village Life. https://www.villagelife.com/news/local/witt-colver-sentenced/article_76e18da7-c02b-5ab5-95b3-22c74baa6a3d.htmlRatajczak, J. (2011c, August 12). Young murderers' fate sealed at sentencing. Mtdemocrat. https://www.mtdemocrat.com/news/young-murderers-fate-sealed-at-sentencing/article_94cfa56f-b154-5a02-983a-c14be7a24db2.htmlSaunt, R. (2023, September 17). Chilling case of young girl, 14, and her boyfriend, 19, who brutally slaughtered her mom after she. . . Mail Online. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-12513773/Joanne-witt-murder-daughter-boyfriend-statutory-rape-romeo-juliet-killers.htmlSengupta, S. (2024, May 24). Joanne WitT Murder: Where are Tylar Witt and Steven Colver now? The Cinemaholic. https://thecinemaholic.com/joanne-witt-murder-where-are-tylar-witt-and-steven-colver-now/Tylar Witt Admits Murder Plot In “Forbidden Love” Trial. (2012, February 10). KCRA3. https://www.kcra.com/article/tylar-witt-admits-murder-plot-in-forbidden-love-trial/6395075

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AB 3139, as amended, Weber. Data privacy: vehicle manufacturers: remote vehicle technology.Existing law establishes various privacy requirements applicable to vehicle manufacturers, including limitations on the usage of images or video recordings from in-vehicle cameras in new motor vehicles equipped standard with one or more in-vehicle cameras. Existing law provides various protections to persons who are escaping from actual or threatened domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, human trafficking, and other abuse, including providing for a means to keep the names and addresses of abuse survivors confidential in public records.This bill would, among other things, require a vehicle manufacturer that offers a vehicle for sale, rent, or lease in the state that includes remote vehicle technology to do certain things, including ensure that the remote vehicle technology can be immediately manually disabled by a driver of the vehicle while that driver is inside the vehicle by a method that, among other things, is prominently located and easy to use and does not require access to a remote, online application. The bill would require a vehicle manufacturer to offer secure remote means via the internet for a survivor to submit a vehicle separation notice that meets specified requirements. The bill would define “survivor” to mean an individual who has a covered act committed, or allegedly committed, against the individual. The bill would define “covered act” to mean, among other things, certain crimes relating to domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, and sex trafficking.This bill would require a survivor to submit a vehicle separation notice through the secure remote means described above within 7 days of the date on which the survivor used the method of manually disabling remote vehicle technology and would require the notice to include prescribed information, including a statement by the survivor signed under penalty of perjury that a perpetrator who has access to the remote vehicle technology in the vehicle has committed committed, or allegedly committed committed, a covered act against the survivor or an individual in the survivor's care, or a copy of specified documents that support that the perpetrator has committed committed, or allegedly committed committed, a covered act against the survivor or an individual in the survivor's care, including a signed affidavit from, among other specified individuals acting within the scope of their employment, a licensed medical care provider.By requiring a survivor to submit a statement signed under penalty of perjury or requiring specified individuals to sign an affidavit, the bill would expand the crime of perjury and impose a state-mandated local program.This bill would make a vehicle manufacturer that violates the above-described provisions liable in a civil action brought by a survivor for, among other things, reasonable attorney's fees and costs of the prevailing survivor, in addition to any other remedy provided by law. The bill would specify that any waiver of the requirements of the above-described provisions is against public policy, void, and unenforceable. statutory damages in an amount not to exceed $50,000 or not to exceed $100,000 for a knowing violation.This bill would define various terms for these purposes, purposes and would make related findings and declarations.The California Constitution requires the state to reimburse local agencies and school districts for certain costs mandated by the state. Statutory provisions establish procedures for making that reimbursement.This bill would provide that no reimbursement is required by this act for a specified reason.DIGEST KEYVote: majority   Appropriation: no   Fiscal Committee: yes   Local Program: yes  BILL TEXTTHE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA DO ENACT AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. The Legislature finds and declares all of the following:(a) Domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, sexual assault, human trafficking, and related crimes are life-threatening issues and have lasting and harmful effects on individuals, families, and entire communities.(b) Survivors of violence and abuse often lack meaningful support and options when establishing independence from an abuser, including barriers of financial insecurity and limited access to reliable communication tools to maintain essential connections with family, social safety networks, employers, and support services.(c) Perpetrators of violence and abuse increasingly use technological and communication tools to exercise control over, monitor, and abuse their victims.(d) Remote vehicle technology, including mobile phone wireless connectivity and location data capabilities that are manufactured into vehicles, are among the technological and communication tools perpetrators of violence and abuse can, and have, used.(e) According to The New York Times, “Modern vehicles have been called ‘smartphones with wheels' because they are internet-connected and have myriad methods of data collection, from cameras and seat weight sensors to records of how hard you brake and corner. Most drivers don't realize how much information their cars are collecting and who has access to it.”(f) Under the federal Safe Connections Act of 2022, survivors of domestic abuse are empowered to protect themselves and their loved ones by requiring telecommunications providers, upon request, to separate their mobile phone accounts from the accounts of their abusers.SEC. 2. Chapter 36.5 (commencing with Section 22948.60) is added to Division 8 of the Business and Professions Code, to read:CHAPTER  36.5. Remote Vehicle Technology  22948.60. (a) For the purposes of this chapter:(1) “Covered act” means conduct that is any of the following:(A) A crime described in subsection (a) of Section 40002 of the federal Violence Against Women Act (34 U.S.C. Sec. 12291), including domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, and sex trafficking.(B) An act or practice described in paragraph (11) or (12) of Section 103 of the federal Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 (22 U.S.C. Sec. 7102) relating to severe forms of trafficking in persons and sex trafficking, respectively.(C) An act under state law, tribal law, or the Uniform Code of Military Justice (Chapter 47 (commencing with Section 801) of Title 10 of the United States Code) that is similar to an offense described in subparagraph (A) or (B).(2) “Designated person” means a person who provides care to a survivor and meets both of the following criteria:(A) The person has been authorized by the survivor to submit a request pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 22948.61.(B) The person did not commit, or did not allegedly commit, a covered act against the survivor.(2)(3) “Perpetrator” means an individual who has committed committed, or allegedly committed committed, a covered act against a survivor or an individual under the care of a survivor.(3)(4) “Remote vehicle technology” means any technology that allows a person who is outside of a vehicle to access the activity, track the location, or control any operation of the vehicle or its parts, that includes, but is not limited to, any of the following:(A) A Global Positioning System (GPS).(B) An app-based technology.(C) Any other remote wireless connectivity technology.(4)(5) “Survivor” means an individual who meets either of the following criteria: has had a covered act committed, or allegedly committed, against the individual.(A)The individual has had a covered act committed or allegedly committed against them.(B)The individual provides care to an individual who has had a covered act committed or allegedly committed against, and that caretaker did not commit or allegedly commit the covered act.(5)(6) “Vehicle manufacturer” means a vehicle manufacturer or remanufacturer, as defined in Section 672 of the Vehicle Code.(b) Subdivision (a) does not require a criminal conviction or any other determination of a court in order for conduct to satisfy a definition.  22948.61. (a) A vehicle manufacturer that offers a vehicle for sale, rent, or lease in the state that includes remote vehicle technology shall do all of the following:(1) Ensure that the remote vehicle technology can be immediately manually disabled by a driver of the vehicle while that driver is inside the vehicle by a method that meets all of the following criteria:(A) The method of manually disabling the remote vehicle technology shall be is prominently located and easy to use and shall does not require access to a remote, online application.(B) Upon its use, the method of manually disabling the remote vehicle technology shall inform informs the user of the requirements of subdivision (b).(C) The method of manually disabling the remote vehicle technology shall does not require a password or any log-in information.(D) Upon its use, the method of manually disabling the remote vehicle technology shall does not result in the remote vehicle technology, vehicle manufacturer, or a third-party service provider sending to the registered owner of the car an email, telephone call, or any other notification related to the remote vehicle technology being disabled.(E) Upon its use, the method of manually disabling the remote vehicle technology shall cause causes the remote vehicle technology to be disabled for a minimum of seven days and capable of being reenabled only by the vehicle manufacturer pursuant to paragraph (4).(2) Offer secure remote means via the internet for a survivor to submit a vehicle separation notice that includes a prominent link on the vehicle manufacturer's internet website that meets both of the following requirements:(A) The link is titled, in bold and capital letters, “CALIFORNIA SURVIVOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ASSISTANCE.”(B) The link provides a designated internet website portal that provides a survivor the ability to submit a vehicle separation notice and includes a form that enables a survivor to submit the information required by subdivision (b).(3) Upon the request of a survivor, reset the remote vehicle technology with a new secure account and delete all data from the original account.(4) Reenable the remote vehicle technology only if the registered owner of the car notifies the manufacturer that the remote vehicle technology was disabled in error, and a survivor has not contacted the vehicle manufacturer to provide the information required by subdivision (b) within seven days of the remote vehicle technology being disabled.(b) A survivor shall submit a vehicle separation notice to a vehicle manufacturer through the means provided by the vehicle manufacturer pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (a) within 7 days of the date on which the survivor used the method of manually disabling remote vehicle technology required by subdivision (a), which shall include the vehicle identification number of the vehicle and either of the following:(1) A statement by the survivor signed under penalty of perjury that a perpetrator who has access to the remote vehicle technology in the vehicle has committed committed, or allegedly committed committed, a covered act against the survivor or an individual in the survivor's care.(2) A copy of either of the following documents that supports that the perpetrator has committed committed, or allegedly committed committed, a covered act against the survivor or an individual in the survivor's care:(A) A signed affidavit from any of the following individuals acting within the scope of that person's employment:(i) A licensed medical or mental health care provider.(ii) A licensed military medical or mental health care provider.(iii) A licensed social worker.(iv) A victim services provider.(v) A licensed military victim services provider.(B) A copy of any of the following documents:(i) A police report.(ii) A statement provided by the police, including military police, to a magistrate judge or other judge.(iii) A charging document.(iv) A protective or restraining order, including military protective orders.(v) Any other relevant document that is an official record.(c) (1) Only if, for technological reasons, a vehicle manufacturer is unable to comply with paragraph (1) of subdivision (a), the vehicle manufacturer shall create a conspicuous mechanism that is easy to use by which a survivor or a designated person can submit a request to disable a vehicle's remote vehicle technology.(2) A vehicle manufacturer shall disable remote vehicle technology within one business day after receiving a request from a survivor that includes the information required by subdivision (b) and is submitted pursuant to the mechanism required by paragraph (1).(d) This section does not authorize or require a vehicle manufacturer to verify ownership of a vehicle, the identity of a survivor, or the authenticity of information that is submitted by the survivor.  22948.62. (a) In addition to any other remedy provided by law, a vehicle manufacturer that violates Section 22948.61 shall be liable in a civil action brought by a survivor for all of the following:(1) Reasonable attorney's fees and costs of the prevailing survivor.(2) A civil penalty Statutory damages in an amount not to exceed fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) per violation, or a civil penalty statutory damages in an amount not to exceed one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000) per violation for knowing violations.(3) Actual damages or three times the amount at which the actual damages are assessed for knowing or reckless violations.(b) Any waiver of the requirements of this chapter shall be against public policy, void, and unenforceable. SEC. 3. No reimbursement is required by this act pursuant to Section 6 of Article XIII B of the California Constitution because the only costs that may be incurred by a local agency or school district will be incurred because this act creates a new crime or infraction, eliminates a crime or infraction, or changes the penalty for a crime or infraction, within the meaning of Section 17556 of the Government Code, or changes the definition of a crime within the meaning of Section 6 of Article XIII B of the California Constitution.