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Sudan: More than 4 million people need help as conflict and displacement continues into 2012
16 December, 2011
The UN has called for US$1.06 billion to help 4.2 million people in Sudan cope with one of the world's largest humanitarian crises in 2012, as several parts of the country face protracted conflict and internal displacement. In Darfur, where war broke out in 2003, 3.75 million people...
UN condemns bombardment of refugee camp in South Sudan
11 November, 2011
Lisa Grande, the UN's Humanitarian Coordinator in South Sudan, today strongly condemned yesterday's aerial bombardment which struck a temporary camp for displaced people and refugees in South Sudan. Five bombs hit the area of Yida, in Unity State, on the afternoon of 10 November...
Sudan: Aid agencies face extremely limited access in conflict-torn southern states
24 October, 2011
Humanitarian organizations continue to face extremely limited access to people who urgently help in Sudan, a new map produced by OCHA highlighted today. 330,000 people may have been displaced or otherwise severely affected by recent conflict in South Kordofan and Blue Nile, on the border...
Sudan: Humanitarian update on Blue Nile and South Kordofan states
27 September, 2011
Fighting between the Sudan Armed Forces (SAF) and the Sudan People's Liberation Movement-North (SPLM-N) in Blue Nile State continues. According to the Sudanese Red Crescent Society, the highest concentration of internally displaced people (IDPs) in government-controlled areas is...
South Sudan: Humanitarian challenges after secession
20 August, 2011
South Sudan's historic declaration of independence passed with notable calm across the country on 9 July. However, the new born republic faces considerable humanitarian challenges as it looks to the future, including continued violence along its new and restive northern border, high...

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Movie Review: 'People Like Us'
Family secrets drive this engaging film starring Chris Pine, Elizabeth Banks and Michelle Pfeiffer
Director: Alex Kurtzman
Rating PG-13. Running Time: 115 minutes
Stars: Chris Pine, Elizabeth Banks, Michael Hall D'Addario, Michelle Pfeiffer
Family secrets make for interesting dramatic material — and let's face it, we all have them.
See also: Vanessa Williams and her mom share family secrets.
In People Like Us, director-writer Alex Kurtzman draws from his own personal tale to craft a plot that takes the family reconciliation story and turns it into something new and compelling. The film is also helped by some terrific performances from young actors Chris Pine (Star Trek, Unstoppable), Elizabeth Banks (The Hunger Games, Zack and Miri Make a Porno) and newbie Michael Hall D'Addario. The underrated Michelle Pfeiffer appears in the film only occasionally but demonstrates her full range of talent in an emotional scene where she admits — to others and to herself — that her marriage was never as good as it appeared on the surface.


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News & Events
Robert Metzger Interviewed on New Federal Cyber Requirements
On September 15, 2015, Federal News Radio broadcast an interview of RJO shareholder Bob Metzger on new federal cyber requirements that now are being imposed on contractors to DoD and the civilian agencies. In the radio interview, conducted by Rogers Waldron of The Coalition for Government Procurement, Bob seeks to make sense of the many strands of new federal initiatives - the pending OMB Cyber Acquisition Guidance, NARA's proposed rule on Controlled Unclassified Information, the new NIST SP 800-171 that applies to non-federal information systems, and the just-released Interim DFARS with new cyber rules for four types of "controlled defense information." 45-minute interview
RJO Welcomes Joshua M. Deitz
Rogers Joseph O'Donnell is pleased to announce that Joshua M. Deitz has joined the firm as an associate. Josh joins our Government Contracts Group. He graduated with distinction from U.C. Hastings College of Law. At Hastings, he excelled in moot court and also served as both a Teaching Assistant and Writing Assistant, and, since receiving his JD, Josh has worked at Hastings as a Legal Writing and Research Professor. Josh has litigation experience in both state and federal courts and has worked with a variety of clients, including companies in the technology, energy and utilities, and investment industries. He has also had significant roles in several pro bono cases.
Alan Wilhelmy Appointed to California State Bar ADR Committee
Alan Wilhelmy has been appointed to serve a three year term on the State Bar of California Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee. Mr. Wilhelmy has served as an arbitrator for twenty years on panels including the AAA Construction Industry and Large and Complex Case Panels, the International Chamber of Commerce Panel and the California Public Works Contract Arbitration Panel. The ADR Committee makes recommendations to the Bar to improve mediation and arbitration in California.
RJO Attorneys Appointed to New Leadership Positions in the Public Contract Law Section and Other Sections; Aaron Silberman and Oliya Zamaray Honored for Their Work
Aaron Silberman has been elevated to Vice Chair of the Public Contract Law Section. He completed his term as Secretary and will ultimately serve as Chair in 2017-18. Oliya Zamaray has been appointed as the Section's first-ever Executive Office Chair Mentee. Both received Chair Special Recognition Awards, Mr. Silberman for his role in planning and directing the Section's 50th Anniversary Celebration and Ms. Zamaray for her efforts to integrate young lawyers into the Section.
Sharon Larkin and Patricia Meagher, both former Chairs of the Section, will serve as honorary members of the Section Council and as Fellows. Ms. Meagher also will continue to serve as Section Liaison to the ABA Commission on Women in the Profession and just co-chaired the Section's 50th Anniversary Education Program at the 2015 Annual Meeting in Chicago, IL. Ms. Larkin and Mr. Silberman will continue to serve as Co-Chairs of the Section's Publications Board.
Jeffery Chiow was reappointed as a Vice Chair of the Cybersecurity, Privacy & Data Protection Committee, which received the Section's 2014-2015 Committee of the Year Award. Mr. Chiow was also appointed as Co-Chair of the Section's Battlespace & Contingency Procurements Committee and reappointed as a Vice Chair of the Section's Acquisition Reform & Emerging Issues Committee and its Counterfeit Parts Task Force. Robert Metzger will continue to serve as Vice Chair of the Section's State & Local Model Procurement Code Committee and on its Counterfeit Parts Task Force. Ms. Zamaray just completed her term as the Co-Chair of the Section's Young Lawyers Committee, was reappointed Vice Chair of the Contract Claims & Disputes Resolution Committee, and was appointed Vice Chair of the Cybersecurity, Privacy and Data Protection Committee. Dennis Callahan will continue as a Vice Chair of the Section's Bid Protest Committee.
In the ABA Section of Litigation, Merri Baldwin, will continue as Co-Chair of the Attorney Liability Subcommittee of the Section's Professional Liability Litigation Committee. In the ABA Section of International Law, Mr. Metzger was reappointed to continue as a Vice Chair of its India and Aerospace & Defense Industries Committees and as a member of the Steering Group of its International Procurement Committee.
RJO Attorneys Ranked in Who'sWhoLegal
Who'sWhoLegal, published by Law Business Research Ltd, in the UK, has just published its first ratings of Government Contracts firms and practitioners, worldwide. Rogers Joseph O'Donnell is named as one of 27 listed U.S. firms. Neil O'Donnell, RJO's founder, and Robert Metzger, head of RJO's D.C. office, were among 48 U.S. lawyers cited as "Experts" in the Government Contracts field. (Who'sWhoLegal)
Robert Metzger Quoted on Newly Issued DCMA Instruction
RJO shareholder Robert Metzger, was quoted at length in the Federal Contracts Report for July 28, 2015, on a newly issued DCMA Instruction for oversight of contractor efforts to detect and avoid counterfeit parts. Bob commented that the Instruction is a "positive step," overall, considering the serious threat of counterfeits to the defense supply chain. Bob, who is recognized as a national expert in supply chain and cyber risk management, has many publications and presentations to his credit in this area, available on our website.
New FCR Article.
Aaron Silberman Quoted on Important New Fifth Circuit Decision on Federal False Claims Act
RJO government contracts attorney Aaron Silberman, was quoted in the Federal Contracts Report (FCR) for July 14, 2015 (104 FCR 773), reporting on a significant federal False Claims Act (FCA) decision in an article titled "Fifth Circuit Affirms Flood Insurance Fraud Verdict, Allows Additional Discovery." In the article, Mr. Silberman comments on the significance of United States ex rel. Rigsby v. State Farm Fire and Cas. Co. (2015 BL 223044, 5th Cir., No. 14-60160, 7/13/15) on the consequences of a whistleblower relator's failure to follow the FCA's seal requirement and the scope of discovery a relator will be allowed to take in FCA cases. With regard to the relators' violation of the FCA seal requirement, which the court held did not require dismissal of their FCA claims, Mr. Silberman noted there was "no indication in the opinion whether the government took a position on this issue. This is unfortunate since the seal provisions exist for the government's benefit and protection." Mr. Silberman disagreed with the court's holding that the relators were entitled to additional limited discovery concerning further alleged misconduct: "By focusing on whether there was broader scheme evidence, without asking whether that evidence, when combined with the amended complaint, allege all the required elements of additional FCA violations, the Circuit Court's decision has given the relators license to conduct the sort of fishing expedition that Rule 9(b) and the discovery rules were designed to prevent." (Article)
Seven RJO Attorneys Named "Super Lawyers" in Northern California for 2015
Rogers Joseph O'Donnell is proud to announce that seven of its attorneys have been included among Super Lawyers magazine's top attorneys for 2015 in Northern California. Merri Baldwin, Robert Goodman, John Heller, Roland Nikles, Neil O'Donnell, Aaron Silberman, and Paul Zieff were named to the 2015 Super Lawyers' list for the Northern California Region. Ms. Baldwin and Mr. Heller were each recognized for their work in both Business Litigation and Professional Liability: Defense. Mr. Goodman was honored as a top Environmental Litigation lawyer. Mr. Nikles, Mr. O'Donnell and Mr. Silberman were again recognized as top lawyers in both Government Contracts and Construction Litigation. Finally, Mr. Zieff was recognized for his work in Business Litigation. Super Lawyers names top lawyers in Northern California, chosen by their peers and through the independent research of Law & Politics. Super Lawyers selects the top 5 percent of Northern California attorneys in more than 60 practice areas. The list of Northern California Super Lawyers is published annually in the August issue of San Francisco Magazine and Northern California Super Lawyers.
RJO Ranked Among the Top Six Firms in The Legal 500
For 27 years, The Legal 500 has been the source of analysis of law firms worldwide. Nine years ago, The Legal 500 began to rate U.S. law firms in selective practice areas. The 2015 U.S. edition of The Legal 500 for the first time ranks the Government Contracts practice of U.S. firms.
Rogers Joseph O'Donnell was ranked in Tier 2, among the top six of the eighteen U.S. firms selected for recognition. RJO was the only boutique among the ranked firms.
Government Contracts Group and Attorneys Recognized Again by Chambers and Partners USA
For the eleventh consecutive year, Chambers and Partners USA has recognized Rogers Joseph O'Donnell as one of the premier government contracts law firms in the United States. RJO is proud once again to be the only boutique-sized firm to be ranked among the country's nine best government contracts firms. Chambers' ratings, released on May 19, rate our government contracts practice in "Band 2" and recognizes six individual RJO attorneys.
Chambers describes our firm as a "[h]ighly regarded boutique firm, operating a strong and successful bid protests group" and handling "matters in a broad range of areas including construction, IT and infrastructure." It quotes sources (mainly clients) describing our attorneys as "very knowledgeable about the subjects they advise on," "easy to deal with," and as providing "value in terms of billing" and "work product" that is "outstanding," and describing RJO as "a firm that understands the nuances of state government politics and policies."
Chambers ranks founding shareholder Neil O'Donnell as one of only nine top ("Band 1") government contracts attorneys in the nation. Chambers describes Mr. O'Donnell as "a leading light in the field of government contracts," regarded by clients as "a terrific lawyer", and who "enjoys a fine reputation for his termination and bid protests work and is noted for his wide-ranging sector expertise, including the healthcare and construction arenas." Bob Metzger, who heads our Washington office, and Patricia Meagher are also ranked as top government contracts attorneys in Bands 3 and 4, respectively. Chambers describes Bob's government contracts practice as "highly respected," quotes sources as praising him as "wonderful and brilliant" and for his "pragmatic, business-focused advice," and states that he is "recognized for his abilities in handling cutting-edge issues in areas such as counterfeit goods and cybersecurity" and "operates a strong bid protests practice." Patricia is regarded by sources as "a very good lawyer and well known for claims and dispute work and terminations," and Chambers adds that she regularly handles high-profile and high-stakes matters in these areas. Shareholders Sharon Larkin and Aaron Silberman are also cited as "Other Noted Practitioners." Chambers recognizes Jeff Chiow as an "Associate to Watch," describing him as "highly regarded," having "handled a number of high-profile matters," and described by clients as "articulate, personable" and someone who "knows the area."
We appreciate the recognition of our peers and clients. To view the Chambers and Partners USA rankings for Rogers Joseph O'Donnell, visit the Chambers and Partners USA Website.
RJO's Civil Rights Settlement Ranked Top in California for 2014
RJO's victory in a First Amendment lawsuit was the top-ranked civil rights settlement in California in 2014, according to a survey by VerdictSearch and The Recorder. Shareholder John Heller and Associates Suhani Kamdar and Katherine Pohl secured the settlement in an Establishment Clause claim. Hazle v. Crofoot, 727 F. 3d 983 (9th Cir. 2013).
Sharon Ongerth Rossi Appointed Chair of the NCHRA Contra Costa
County Regional Board
Sharon Ongerth Rossi has been appointed Regional Chair of the Northern California Human Resources Association. NCHRA has been advancing organizations through human resources since 1960 and dedicated to connecting human resources professionals with practice resources, leading California-specific training, legal and legislative developments, and forming career-long networks and partnerships. As Regional Chair, Sharon will act as the lead liaison for the region and will facilitate the
bi-monthly regional meetings.
Two DC Attorneys Named Rising Stars
Jeff Chiow and Lucas Hanback were both selected again as Rising Stars among DC Government Contracts attorneys by Super Lawyers. The selection process involves peer nominations, followed by a research-based winnowing of candidates. Up to 5% of lawyers can be named Super Lawyers with another 2.5% eligible to be named Rising Stars if they are under 40 and/or have been practicing less than 10 years. Jeff and Lucas were 2 of the 35 government contracts attorneys so-recognized in Washington, DC.
RJO Welcomes Two New Attorneys
Rogers Joseph O'Donnell is pleased to announce that Alecia E. Cotton and Nicholas T. Niiro have joined the firm as associates.
Alecia joins our Retail Industry Trade Regulation Group and our Environmental Law Group. Alecia is a 2007 graduate of Loyola University College of Law, New Orleans. Immediately prior to joining RJO, Alecia was a senior litigation associate at McKenna Long and Aldridge where she gained extensive litigation and trial experience representing the business community in complex commercial civil litigation and consumer products litigation. Alecia also regularly counsels large and small companies on issues involving regulatory compliance, business practices and environmental matters.
Nick joins our Environmental Law Group and our Retail Industry Trade Regulation Group. Nick is a 2011 graduate of the Georgetown University Law Center and received a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from UCLA. Prior to joining RJO, Nick was an associate at a boutique environmental law firm, where he represented clients in administrative proceedings involving hydropower and water rights before the California State Water Resources Control Board, California Public Utilities Commission, and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. He has also worked as a jury consultant, specializing in advising clients on environmental and toxic tort litigation.
We are delighted to add their talents to the RJO team.
RJO Helps Construction Client Overcome Challenge to BART Award
RJO client Manson Construction, a marine construction company, was the low bidder on the BART Marine Barrier Project at Ferry Plaza. BART's Office of Civil Rights challenged Manson's good faith efforts to obtain disadvantaged business participation in the project and recommended that Manson's bid be rejected.
Alan Wilhelmy worked with Manson's DBE outreach team, prepared a hearing brief, prepared witnesses for the hearing and attended a half-day hearing before the BART hearing officer.
The hearing officer concluded that Manson did in fact undertake the necessary good faith efforts to obtain DBE participation. Based upon the decision, BART awarded the $50 million contract to Manson.
RJO Attorneys Named to Law360 Editorial Boards
Bob Metzger and associate Jeff Chiow were both selected to serve as editorial advisors by Law360, a legal new service operated by LexisNexis. "The purpose of the editorial advisory board is to get feedback on Law360's coverage and to gain insight from experts in the field on how best to shape future coverage." Bob Metzger, who heads RJO's Washington, DC office was selected to advise on Law360's Aerospace & Defense coverage. Jeff Chiow will cover Government Contracts content.
RJO's Year-in-Review Analysis of GSA Schedule
Contracting Issues
In case you missed it, the February 27, 2015 Friday Flash newsletter by The Coalition for Government Procurement featured an article co-authored by shareholder Robert Metzger and associate Oliya Zamaray. In their article, "GSA Multiple Award Schedule Contracting: Lessons From 2014," the authors focused on GSA enforcement results from 2014, identified trends, and offered advice to companies on how to conduct self-assessments that will reduce your risk of non-compliance. The article had been previously published in Law360, where Mr. Metzger and Ms. Zamaray offer their year in review analysis of GSA's schedule program.
Northern District of California Judges Thank RJO for Pro Bono Work
On February 17, 2015, RJO was among the law firms and lawyers recognized by the judges of the federal district court for the Northern District of California for their participation in the court's Federal Pro Bono Project. RJO shareholder Aaron Silberman has participated in the program since 2004. Last year, he and Lauren Kramer volunteered to serve as pro bono special mediation counsel for two in pro per plaintiffs in a predatory lending case.
RJO Attorneys Certified As Specialists
Shareholders Merri Baldwin and John Heller have been certified as Specialists in Legal Malpractice Law by the California Board of Legal Specialization. Baldwin and Heller co-chair the firm's Attorney Liability and Conduct practice group, handling matters involving legal malpractice, State bar discipline, motions to disqualify, sanctions, and ethics advice.
Aaron Silberman Quoted on Important New Fourth Circuit Decision on Federal False Claims Act
RJO government contracts attorney Aaron Silberman, was quoted in the Federal Contracts Report (FCR) for February 10, 2015 (103 FCR 133), reporting on a significant federal False Claims Act (FCA) decision in an article titled "Fourth Circuit: Information Must Reach Public Domain to Trigger Disclosure Bar." In the article, Mr. Silberman comments on the significance of United States ex rel. Wilson v. Graham Cnty. Soil & Water Conservation Dist. (2015 BL 26339, 4th Cir., No. 13-2345, 2/3/15) on the FCA's public disclosure bar in 31 U.S.C. § 3730(e)(4)(A). The Wilson decision continues an unfortunate trend among some federal courts unduly restricting the public disclosure defense to qui tam lawsuits and thereby expanding the FCA liability of federal government contractors. The court considered two disclosures – 1) an audit report created by an independent accounting firm, distributed to federal, state and local authorities, and publicly available for inspection, and 2) a federal agency report created by the USDA, distributed to federal and state authorities, and also publicly available. The court found no fault with the district court's factual findings that the disclosures contained facts underling the relator's fraud claims and were relied upon by the relator and that the relator was not an original source. It nevertheless reversed the trial court's dismissal of the relator's claims, basing its reversal on a mechanical reading the terms "public" and "disclosure" without regard to the clear purpose of the defense – to prevent parasitic whistleblower suits based on information available to the government and the public. Allowing parasitic lawsuits like this one stretches the language of the FCA, does not serve its intent, and does nothing to assist the Government in detecting and fighting fraud. (Article)
Robert Metzger Quoted on President Obama's Visit to India
Bob Metzger, an RJO shareholder who heads the firm's D.C. office, is among experts quoted in an article in India's Open magazine that examines the implications and prospects of President Obama's historic visit to India. (Article)
Victory in $2.5B Multi-Award Navy Bid Protest
RJO attorneys scored a significant victory on behalf of their client challenging the outcome of the procurement for a $2.5B multiple-award Navy contract. The U.S. Navy's Space and Naval Warfare Center (SPAWAR) had issued awards to five companies to produce build-to-print network systems to be installed on Navy ships under the Consolidated Afloat Networks & Enterprise Services (CANES) program. RJO attorneys Neil O'Donnell, Jeff Chiow, Lauren Kramer and Lucas Hanback established that the Navy's CANES procurement was flawed. They argued, among other things, that the Navy had changed its mind about the number of units it was likely to buy, but then never revised its pricing analysis to account for the changed approach. GAO agreed. Because the Navy's procurement intentions had changed, GAO recommended that the Agency revise its solicitation accordingly and accept revised pricing. Another disappointed offeror also protested the procurement but its protest was denied. The decision is available at http://www.gao.gov/products/D09420
Merri A. Baldwin Will Serve as Treasurer for the Bar Association of San Francisco for 2015
Merri A. Baldwin will serve as the treasurer for the Bar Association of San Francisco for 2015. BASF is nationally-recognized for its extensive pro bono work and efforts to promote diversity in the profession. sfbar.org
Aaron Silberman Quoted on Ninth Circuit Decision re Public Disclosure Defense Under Federal False Claims Act
RJO government contracts attorney Aaron P. Silberman was quoted extensively in the Federal Contracts Report (FCR) for November 4, 2014 (102 FCR 533), reporting on a significant federal False Claims Act (FCA) decision in an article titled "Ninth Circuit Affirms Deposition Constituted Public Disclosure Under FCA" (PDF). In the article, Mr. Silberman comments on the significance of Malhotra v. Steinberg (2014 BL 305219, 9th Cir., No. 13-35165, 10/29/14) on the FCA's public disclosure bar in 31 U.S.C. § 3730(e)(4)(A). The decision evaluates when a disclosure is "public." The Ninth Circuit previously held in Seal 1 v. Seal A, 255 F.3d 1154 (9th Cir. 2001), that a disclosure is "public" as to a particular individual, and so will bar that individual from suing as a relator, if (a) the disclosure was made to that individual in a qualifying government proceeding and (b) that individual was an "outsider" to that proceeding. In such circumstances, the disclosure need not be made to the public at large. The Malhotras case is important because it applies the ruling in Seal 1 to relators who were significantly involved in the proceeding in which the disclosure was made. In other words, it interprets the term "outsider" extremely broadly. While the facts of Malhotras are unusual, the decision makes clear that, at least in the Ninth Circuit, a disclosure in virtually any government investigation to any individual other than a government employee is likely to qualify as a "public" disclosure under the FCA and bar a qui tam action if the other elements of the public disclosure bar are met and the relator is not an original source. (Article)
RJO Attorneys Contribute to New ABA Guide on State False Claims Acts
RJO attorneys authored three chapters in State False Claims Acts: A Practitioner's Guide to the False Claims Acts of the Various States, a book just released by the American Bar Association (ABA) Section of Public Contract Law. Aaron P. Silberman and Dennis J. Callahan co-authored the chapters on the federal, California and Nevada False Claims Acts. The Guide provides a reference tool for comparing violations, defenses and procedures among these complicated statutes for combatting fraud against federal, state and local governments. For further information, visit the ABA Webstore.
Merri Baldwin Appointed Vice-Chair of California State Bar Standing Committee on Professional Liability and Conduct for 2014-15
RJO shareholder Merri A. Baldwin has been appointed as the Vice-Chair of the State Bar of California's Standing Committee on Professional Responsibility and Conduct. She will serve in that role for the 2014-2015 term, and will serve as chair for the following term.
RJO Welcomes Government Contracts Shareholder Sharon Larkin to DC Office
RJO is pleased to announce that Sharon L. Larkin has joined our DC office as a shareholder. Ms. Larkin concentrates her practice on government contracts and construction litigation and counseling. She has an in-depth understanding of public procurement and extensive experience in bid protests, claims litigation, and alternative dispute resolution. Ms. Larkin provides practical solutions to solving client problems, and educates clients on the issues they must address to be successful contractors.
Ms. Larkin brings to the firm experience from both the public and private sector. She recently joined the firm after twelve years with the Government Accountability Office (GAO), where she served as a Judge on GAO Contract Appeals Board and an Assistant General Counsel in the Procurement Law Division. There, Ms. Larkin presided over some of the most complex bid protests and contract appeals, including disputes involving the acquisition and performance of contracts involving complex weapons systems, environmental remediation, healthcare services, information technology, and the modernization and renovation of the United States Supreme Court. During her time at GAO, she issued more than 370 public decisions, presided over more than 40 hearings and trials, and conducted more than 65 alternative dispute resolution sessions. Ms. Larkin has won numerous awards for distinguished service, including the GAO Meritorious Service Award from the Comptroller General in 2007, and several Office of General Counsel Outstanding Achievement Awards.
Prior to GAO, Ms. Larkin was a government contracts and construction attorney in private practice, where she counseled clients on a variety of procurement and construction matters and litigated cases at GAO, the U.S. Court of Federal Claims, Federal Circuit, and various boards of contract appeals. Thus, Ms. Larkin is able to provide sound client advice based on experience both as an advocate and an adjudicator.
Ms. Larkin is a frequent lecturer on government contracting matters and has taught numerous classes on contract formation and administration, litigation practice, and alternative dispute resolution. Ms. Larkin is the current chair of the ABA Section of Public Contact Law (2013-2014), a position she earned after serving in multiple other leadership positions with the Section. She is also an active member of the Board of Contract Appeals Bar Association and Court of Federal Claims Bar Association. At the beginning of her legal career, Ms. Larkin served as a law clerk to the Honorable Moody R. Tidwell, III, at the U.S. Court of Federal Claims. She obtained her law degree from Suffolk University Law School in 1998, and a B.A. in Medical Technology in Laboratory Medicine from Albany College of Pharmacy in 1987.
Aaron M. Scolari Joins RJO
Aaron Scolari has joined the firm as an associate in the Labor and Employment practice group. He represents employers in a wide variety of employment matters. He has particular experience litigating claims for discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, and wage and hour violations. In addition to litigating matters, Mr. Scolari advises and counsels management on various aspects of the employment relationship, including complex wage and hour issues, leaves of absence, disability accommodation, and terminations. He obtained his law degree from the University of California, Davis, King Hall School of Law in 2004 and a B.A. from the University of San Francisco in 1999.
RJO Attorneys Contribute Government Contracts Article to the American University Law Review
As part of the American University Law Review's recently published annual volume that examines the most important decisions of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, RJO attorneys Dennis Callahan, Jeffrey Chiow, Lauren Kramer, and Oliya Zamaray co-authored an article that analyzes the Federal Circuit's precedential government contracts decisions from 2013.
Except in the rare instances where the U.S. Supreme Court agrees to hear a further appeal, the Federal Circuit has the final word on questions of law that arise in government contracts cases. The RJO attorneys' article examines the Federal Circuit's recent jurisprudence in bid protests, contractor claims, and in jurisdictional questions concerning government contracts disputes and other related appeals. In addition to recapping the 2013 developments in the Federal Circuit, the piece explains how government contractors can best frame their disputes to take advantage of these precedents, or to avoid them, as the case may be.
Aaron Silberman Quoted on Statute of Limitations Decision in Lance Armstrong Federal False Claims Act Case
RJO government contracts attorney Aaron Silberman was quoted extensively in the Federal Contracts Report (FCR) for June 24, 2014 (Vol. 101, No. 23, pp. 630-631), reporting on a significant federal False Claims Act (FCA) decision in an article titled "False Claims Act: District Court Permits Claims That Armstrong, Others Violated the FCA" (PDF). In the article, Mr. Silberman comments on the significance of U.S. ex rel. Landis v. Tailwind Sports Corp. on statute of limitations issues, specifically the difficult standard a defendant faces in seeking on a motion to dismiss government claims on the basis that the responsible U.S. official should have known of the alleged fraud more than three years prior to the original filing of the lawsuit. The decision is also significant in two other respects. First, it departs from the same court's prior decision in U.S. ex rel. Pogue v. Diabetes Treatment Centers of America that qui tam relators may rely on the tolling provision in the FCA statute of limitations (the minority view). And, second, it is the first reported decision to disagree with the Fourth Circuit decision in 2013 in U.S. ex rel. Carter v. Halliburton Co. that the Wartime Suspensions Limitations Act (WSLA), suspended the FCA's statute of limitations for both relator and government FCA claims arising during the U.S. conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. Mr. Silberman commented in an earlier FCR article on the Carter v. Halliburton decision as well (PDF).
RJO Gets $1M+ Claim Dismissed
RJO attorneys John Heller and Lauren Kramer filed a successful motion to dismiss a $1M+ contract claim on behalf of a new RJO client. Ms. Kramer argued the motion before the Northern District of California, which issued an opinion dismissing the claim for lack of personal jurisdiction in California. The written opinion adopted much of the reasoning advanced by RJO in its briefs and at oral argument.
Neil O'Donnell and Aaron Silberman Recognized in Who's Who Legal 2014
Who's Who Legal, as a result of its research with clients and peers, has recognized Neil O'Donnell and Aaron Silberman among the leading individuals worldwide in 2014 within the practice areas of Public Procurement and Construction, respectively. More info at www.WhosWhoLegal.com.
Robert Metzger Interviewed about New Defense Department Rules on Detection and Avoidance of Counterfeit Parts
Bob Metzger was interviewed on May 13, 2014 for nearly an hour on a VoiceAmerica Internet Radio site, "People to People: Working Together for Your Safety," on the subject of the new Defense Department rules on detection and avoidance of counterfeit parts. Bob discussed how these rules would operate, key areas of uncertainty and implementation challenge, and how they might affect the broader technology supply chain. Bob's interview.
Jeffery Chiow and Lucas Hanback Named Rising Stars
The 2014 Washington DC Super Lawyers Magazine has identified Jeff Chiow and Lucas Hanback as "Rising Stars" in the field of Government Contracts. Jeff and Lucas were aviation and artillery officers, respectively, in the United States Marine Corps and both graduated from The George Washington University Law School. RJO established its Washington office in 2011 with a focus on government contracts, leveraging the firm's 30+-year reputation for excellence in the field.
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Recent Publications
GSA's Class Deviation for Commercial Supplier Agreements, RJO Update, Sept. 2015 (co-authored)
New California Family Rights Act Regulations: Employers with 50 or More Employees in California Should Ensure Existing Policies, Practices, Forms and Postings Are up to Date, RJO Update, July 2015 (co-authored)
California Employers Must Provide Paid Sick Leave Benefits to Most Employees, RJO Update, July 2015 (co-authored)
Threats to the Supply Chain: Extending Federal Cybersecurity Safeguards to the Commercial Sector, Bloomberg BNA, 14 PVLR 1010, June 8, 2015, by R. Metzger (PDF)
Litigating Bid Protests Before the New York Office of State Comptroller, The Procurement Lawyer, June 2015 (PDF) by D. Callahan
Cybersecurity and Acquisition Practices: New Initiatives to Protect Federal
Information of Civilian Agencies, Bloomberg BNA, 97 DER B-1, May 20, 2015, by R. Metzger (PDF)
Mitigating the Adverse Effects of Hydropower Projects: A Comparative Review of River Restoration and Hydropower Regulation in Sweden and the United States, The Georgetown Int'l Envtl. Law Review, Vol. 27:251, Apr. 2015, by N. Niiro (PDF) (co-authored)
Cybersecurity for the Rest of Us: Protecting Federal Information of Civilian Agencies, Bloomberg BNA Federal Contracts Report, 103 FCR, Mar. 10, 2015, by R. Metzger (PDF)
Key Changes to California Employment Law in 2015, RJO Update, January 2015, (co-authored)
Litigation Strategies for Gov. Contracts, 2015 ed.: Leading Lawyers on Understanding the False Claims Act, Filing Bid Protests, and Working with Gov. Agencies (Inside the Minds), Thompson Reuters, 2014, by A. Silberman (opening ch., titled "Gov. Contracts Litigation in 2014 and Beyond: More Protests and Enforcement Actions, Fewer but Better Claims, and ADR Early and Often") Thompson Reuters
View From RJO: A Standards-Based Way To Avoid Counterfeit Electronic Parts, Bloomberg BNA Federal Contracts Report, 102 FCR 540, Nov. 4, 2014, by R. Metzger (PDF)
How FATCA Will Affect Brokers Dealing with Foreign Insurers and Agents, California Broker, Life Insurance, Oct. 2014, by D. Paik (PDF)
State False Claims Acts: A Practitioner's Guide to the False Claims Acts of the Various States, ABA Publishing, 2014, by A. Silberman and D. Callahan, contributing authors ABA Webstore
Termination for Convenience of the Government: Key Issues for Contractor Recovery, Briefing Papers, Thomson Reuters, Sept. 2014, by P. Meagher and O. Zamaray, contributing authors (PDF)
New Rule Addresses Supply Chain Assurance, National Defense, NDIA's Business and Technology Magazine, in which Bob Metzger has contributed a column in the "Ethics Corner" of the October 2014 issue (PDF)
View From RJO: Risk-Based Acquisition Strategies to Avoid Failed IT Projects, Bloomberg BNA Federal Contracts Report, 102 FCR, Sept. 23, 2014, by R. Metzger and M Linderman (PDF)
Indiana V. IBM: What's At Stake For IT Contractors, Law360, Sept. 15, 2014, by R. Metzger and M. Linderman (PDF)
State and Local: How Public Agencies May (or May Not) Terminate Contracts, The Procurement Lawyer, Vol. 49, No. 4, Summer 2014, by A. Silberman (PDF)
Supply Chain Security: Initiatives to Defend Against the Threats of Counterfeit Parts, IPC APEX Expo 2014, March 26, 2014, by R. Metzger, Video interview featuring Mark Northrup of IEC Electronics
Construction Subcontracting: A Comprehensive Practical and Legal Guide, ABA Publishing, 2014, by A. Silberman, lead editor and co-author; M. Linderman, R. Osier, co-authors; T. Arbuthnot, W. Chen, S Tyrell, contributers (ABA Webstore)
An Ounce of Prevention: Managing Disqualification Risks through Advance Conflict Waivers, IP Litigator, March/April 2014, by M. Baldwin (PDF)
Hoping for Summary Judgment on California False Claims? Au Contreras, AGC California Legal Brief, Mar. 2014, by A. Silberman and D. Callahan (PDF)
Convergence of Counterfeit and Cyber Threats: Understanding New Rules on Supply Chain Risk, Bloomberg BNA Federal Contracts Report, 101 FCR, Feb. 18, 2014, by R. Metzger (PDF)
Privacy vs. Security -- A zero sum game? Jan. 2014, by J. Chiow (PDF)
Challenges Facing Civil Aviation in India, Indian Defence Review, Vol. 28:4, Oct.-Dec. 2013, by R. Metzger
GSA Multiple Award Schedule Contracting: Lessons From 2013, Law360, Dec. 18, 2013, by R. Metzger, J. Chiow and O. Zamaray (PDF)
Lawyers Representing Startups: Managing Ethical Obligations and Risks, California Bar Journal,
Dec., 2013, by M. Baldwin
New DOD Cybersecurity Program Expected To Significantly Affect IT Contractors, Bloomberg BNA Federal Contracts Report, 100 FCR 472, in which Bob Metzger is quoted on supply chain rules, Nov. 19, 2013 (PDF)
Advanced regional turboprop aircraft: Solutions to India's aviation infrastructure restraints, The Economic Times, Nov. 10, 2013, by R. Metzger
The Many Challenges Facing Civil Aviation in India, India Law News, ABA Section of International Law, Vol. 4, Issue 3, Fall 2013 (PDF) by R. Metzger
The Risks of Hiding Accounts and Assets in Korea Are Going Up (in 5 parts), Korea Daily, Sept. 23-27, 2013 (in Original Korean: (PDF); (in English Translation: (PDF) by D. Paik
Offsets Loom Large As Defense Firms Sell More Abroad, Law 360, Sept. 30, 2013 (PDF) by R. Metzger
"Do defence PSU's make better joint venture partners for foreign companies?" Feature article, The Economic Times (India), in which Bob Metzger quoted extensively on challenges in forming successful joint ventures with state-owned and private sector companies in India, July 7, 2013
DoD's public meeting - discussion of the proposed DFAR rule on detection and avoidance of counterfeit electronic parts. Robert Metzger's prepared statement is posted on the DoD Defense Procurement Acquisition Policy web site, June 28, 2013
"New DOD Counterfeit Prevention Policy: Resolves Responsibilities Within DOD But Leaves Many Contractor Questions Unresolved," Federal Contracts Report, a publication of Bloomberg BNA, May 15, 2013 (PDF) by R. Metzger
"India's Defense Procurement: Responses to the New Scandal, India and the United States: The Evolving Legal Landscape," April 27, 2013 (PDF) by R. Metzger
"The Importance of Competitive Negotiations to State Information Technology Procurement," The Procurement Lawyer, Section of Public Contract Law, ABA, Vol. 48, No. 3 - Spring 2013 (PDF) by R. Metzger and L. Kramer
"Discoverability of Witness Interviews: To What Extent Do the Work Product Doctrine and/or the Attorney-Client Privilege Apply," California Bar Journal, State Bar of California, February 2013, by M. Baldwin


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Dave Kallmann offers news, notes and perspective on the wide world of auto racing
Does it matter what Mikey likes?
Michael Waltrip said last week that he'd like to race in 2010 and beyond but 2009 could be his last as a NASCAR driver.
"But the cool thing about it is I can finally call it retirement if I chose to," Waltrip said. "There were many years in my career where it could have been the last one and I would have just not had a ride."
It's all about whether his little corner of Michael Waltrip Racing, the No. 55 car, performs the way it should.
"I want to do drive really badly, and if I don't I'm going to do something else," Waltrip said. "The reason why I'm throwing that out there and saying that (now) is because I know I'm prepared. I know I'm ready to go do it.
"It really has been challenging to be a guy that has won the Daytona 500 and competed at the level I have as recently as a couple of years ago to think that my skills had gone away. They haven't."
Love him or hate him, Waltrip has won two Daytona 500s. That makes him an important figure in the sport, plain and simple.
And yet I ask myself, do I really care what he does? Do you care?
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Paris has some gorgeous hotels, but why not live like the locals and rent an apartment for your Parisian adventure? Play house in these gorgeous Casa-recommended vacation rentals. They're located in either the central neighborhood of Le Marais or St. Germain, where you can wander the stylish streets together and then return to your own comfortable pied-à-terre for a glass of wine or a cozy nap.
If you want to opt for a posh hotel, check out landmark hotel The George V, a decadent favorite of Sarah Jessica Parker.
You'll never have to hop in a car while you're in Paris. In addition to taking the insanely reliable and frequent métro, you can explore the winding rues and impressive avenues on a vélib — the inexpensive public bikes offered on almost every corner. Paris is peppered with over 17,000 bicycles that you can pick up at one kiosk and return at another station near your destination; subscriptions are €1 per day or €5 per week, plus about €1 per half hour of use.
After you finish taking in the sites by bike, sign up for a professional walking tour. Paris Walks offers two-hour tours for about €12 on themes ranging from Medieval Paris, Parisian fashion, and "The Village of Montmarte."
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Run to your local épicerie for a baguette, creamy cheese, some saucisson, tomatoes, and a bottle of rosé. Then head over to the Luxembourg Garden. Eat your picnic among young French lovers, old men playing pétanque, and children enjoying a ride on the Ferris wheel. Chic Parisians enjoying their perfectly manicured urban garden make for delightful people watching.
A trip to Paris is not complete without a look at the Eiffel Tower. Take it in in style after dark at the Café de l'Homme, a trendy restaurant located near the Musée de l'Homme on the Place du Trocadéro. Skip the meal and sit outside while attempting to make one pretty-pricey drink last until you see the illuminated Eiffel Tower sparkle as it does for 10 minutes once an hour. It's a perfect, quiet after-dinner spot for two.
Mouthwatering French cuisine is surely a highlight of any trip to Paris, but why not learn the local tricks so you can cook some specialties for each other back at home, too? Located in Versailles, Cordon-Bleu-trained chef Patricia offers private cooking classes that will teach you how to make hot fish terrine with beurre blanc, roasted duck breasts with honey and spices, or even macarons. She offers classes in English, and you can come early to shop the local market with Patricia and select the ingredients for the dishes you'll cook and then eat. Bon appétit!


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The following pages provide the calendar of various events organized by the Division of Environmental Law and Conventions (DELC), as well as inter-governmental meetings of Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs):
Global Training Programme on Environmental Law and Policy for Mid-career Government Officials.
05-13 October, Nairobi, Kenya
Regional colloquium of Judges on Environmental Rule of Law
13-16 October, Nairobi, Kenya
Preparatory Workshops for Paris UNFCCC COP for 2015 for Alliance of Small Island States – AOSIS
14-15 October, Bonn, Germany
26-27 October 2015, Switzerland
Annual Meeting UNEP- EUROCLIMA (EC Programme to support Policy Dialogue on Climate Change issues in Latin American countries)
Special session of the Commission on Environment of the PARLATINO(Latin American Parliament) on Climate Change law.
Panama, (Dates TBC)
National Training Programme on Environmental Law
November 2015, Doha, Qatar
University of Finland and UNEP - 12th Course on Multilateral Environmental Agreements
2-12 November 2015, Shanghai, China
The Special theme of the Twelfth Course is Climate Change
The University of Eastern Finland (UEF) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) are jointly organizing, in co-operation with the Fudan University Law School and UNEP-Tongji University Institute of Environment for Sustainable Development, a high profile two-week Course on international environmental law-making and diplomacy at Nordic Centre and Fudan University, Shanghai, China.
Second announcement of the 2015 UEF-UNEP Course
Course website: http://www.uef.fi/unep
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2nd UNEP-INTERPOL Environmental Compliance and Enforcement Committee Conference
16-17 November 2015, Singapore
Environmental Judiciary Training
16-20 November 2015, Dakar, Senegal
Regional Forum for River Basin Organizations - Latin America and the Caribbean
(Dates TBC), Panama
VII Congress of the Latin American Network of Environmental Prosecutors on Environmental Crimes and Illegal Wildlife Trade(IWT).
(Dates and Location TBC)
Sub-Regional and Regional Training Programs on Environmental law and Policy and Compliance and Enforcement
(Dates and Location TBC)
African Elephants Fund (AEF) Steering Committee Meeting
Preparatory Workshops for Paris UNFCCC COP for 2015 for African Countries/ Least Developed Group
25-26 August, Bonn, Germany
Seminar for Central Asian countries to prepare for the UNCCD COP
Meeting of the Senior Government Officials Expert in Environmental Law on Mid-term review of the Montevideo Programme IV
7-11 September, Montevideo, Uruguay
The 6th Session of the Multilateral Environmental Agreements Information and Knowledge Management (MEA-IKM) Initiative Steering Committee Meeting - 15-17 September, Switzerland
Environmental Sustainability for New Oil and Gas Discoveries - 27-28 July, Nairobi, Kenya
Montevideo Programme Environmental Law Seminar: Laws to promote environmental sustainability of oceans and seas
9-10 July, Panama City, Panama
Montevideo Programme Environmental Law Seminar: Legal Foundation for Environmental Sustainability
Conference Room 5, 13-14 July, United Nations Headquarters, New York
Meeting of Eminent Legal Experts on the Midterm review of the Montevideo Programme IV
15-16 July, United Nations Headquarters, New York
Montevideo Programme Environmental Law Seminar: Enforcement of environmental law to combat environmental crime and illegal activities in the field of environment
Conference Room 3, 11 June 2015, Nairobi, Kenya
Montevideo Programme Environmental Law Seminar: Law to regulate air pollution and protect Earth's atmosphere
23 and 24 June 2015, Osaka, Japan
Second Congress on Environmental Policy, Law and Justice Seminar on Environmental Crimes
6-10 July 2015, La Habana,Cuba
International Day for Biological Diversity 2015
22 May 2015
Biodiversity for Sustainable Development
This year's theme reflects the importance of efforts made at all levels to establish a set of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as part of the United Nations Post-2015 Development Agenda for the period of 2015-2030 and the relevance of biodiversity for the achievement of sustainable development.
Regional Training on Negotiations for Multilateral Environmental Agreements Focusing on UNFCCC and CBD as they relate to Regional Seas Convention
11-13 May 2015, Jeddah Kingdom, Saudi Arabia
Meeting of Climate Change Negotiators of Latin America and the Caribbean
14-15 May 2015, Santiago de Chile
Regional Meeting of negotiators in preparation for Climate Change multilateral negotiators (exchange of views and discussion of key topics for the region towards COP21)
13-16 April 2015, Amman, Jordan,
Environmental Justice and Sustainable Development:
High-Level Event with Members of the International Advisory Council for Environmental Justice of UNEP
UN Headquarters, New York,4 May 2015,
Inter American Congress on Environmental Rule of Law
30-31 March 2015, Montego Bay,Jamaica
Rule of Environmental Law Essential for Sustainable Development,
Inter-American Congress Concludes
Inter-American Congress on the Environmental Rule of Law (OAS website)
Regional Workshop for Drafting Legal Formulation of Address Adaptation and Climate Resilient Strategies
Trinidad and Tobago, 2-5 March 2015
Palais des Nations, Geneva, 10 March 2015
Ratification and Implementation of the Nagoya Protocol on Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)s for the member countries of the Central Africa Forests Commission (COMIFAC)
Kigali, Rwanda
16-17 March 2015
Treaty Event 2014 :Towards Universal Participation and Implementation - 23 - 25 September 2014, UN Headquarters
Concept and Provisional Agenda
2014 International Day for Biological Diversity - May 22, 2014
To coincide with the designation by the UN General Assembly of 2014 as the International Year of Small Island Developing States (SIDS), the theme of the International Day for Biological Diversity 2014 will be 'Island Biodiversity'
Africa Asia Inter-regional Meeting on Enforcement of Environmental Law - 19 - 22 May 2014 Beijing, China
The meeting was organised by DELC in collaborate with the Ministry of Environment Protection of China through the China ASEAN Centre of Environmental Cooperation (CAEC) and will involve selected countries from Africa and Asia (South-east Asia and Central Asia) for the purpose of strengthening compliance and enforcement of environmental law, including multilateral environmental agreements.
First meeting of the Open-Ended Committee of Permanent Representatives (OECPR) to the UN Environment Programme (UNEP)
Daily web coverage (ENB)
Intro - 24 March - 25 March - 26 March - 27 March - 28 March
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Charlie Parr
This show will celebrate the release of Charlie Parr's latest, Keep Your Hands on the Plow, a striking collection of mostly traditional gospel nuggets that positively glows thanks to Parr's meticulously soulful arrangements and the glorious acoustics of Duluth's Sacred Heart Church. With critical but appropriately spare help from wife Emily, Brandy Forsman and Tim Maloney of Duluth's Four Mile Portage, and Low's Alan Sparhawk and Mimi Parker, Parr brings well-worn, ancient standards like "Daniel in the Lion's Den" to vivid, Technicolor life while honoring each song's gritty origins. Parr's soaring, harrowing voice over the ominous thump of Parker's drum on "Poor Lazarus" could probably raise the dead, while gorgeous multi-part harmonies on "Farther Along" offer heartfelt solace. This is one of only a handful of performances tied to the new release (another will be January 27 at the Bayport BBQ) while Parr awaits the release of his next, Barnswallow. Trampled By Turtles' Dave Simonett and Four Mile Portage will do opening sets at the Cedar and later join Parr along with other unspecified guests.
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I am a Homestuck, and yes i might have sold my soul to Andrew Hussie
For those who don't already know, yes I am a bit of a geek... on that note...
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On another note I simply love Role-Playing, so if anyone knows any good ones I would love for you to tell me about it.
I am now going to give some of my favorite quotes for everything I like
"People assume that time is a strict progression of cause to effect, but *actually* from a non-linear, non-subjective viewpoint - it's more like a big ball of wibbly wobbly... timey wimey... stuff" ~The Tenth Doctor
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Helpful tips for Grandparents Day
Grandparent's Day is just around the corner and choosing the perfect gift that conveys your love and appreciation can be a challenge. Sometimes, the most thoughtful gift isn't a physical gift at all. Taking on some of the more challenging, not-so-pleasant and avoided tasks at your grandparents' home can provide an unexpected treat, alleviate to-do lists, and show grandparents how truly loved they are.
To identify ways you can help around your relatives' homes, CLR® is providing some simple ideas that make a huge difference.
1. Help family heirlooms reclaim their shine: Dust and polish old silver and flatware. They might be on display for all to see or tucked away in a special cupboard, but your grandparents' silver collection carries a lot of family history, memories and stories. Using a little Tarn-X® Silver Polish, restore these old heirlooms to their original shine–who knows, you may learn some family history and secrets along the way.
2. Tackle some physically challenging to-dos around the house: Some chores around the home can be physically demanding and somewhat challenging for grandparents to tackle on their own. Inside, you could lift heavy furniture and sweep, mop, or vacuum underneath to eliminate dust and dirt buildup. Outside, you can spruce up their home's exterior by removing stains with CLR® Calcium, Lime and Rust. Apply the product directly to the affected area with a brush, cloth or sponge, and rinse promptly with cold, clean water. If you're using the product on vinyl siding, make sure to dilute it with equal parts CLR® Calcium, Lime and Rust and warm water for best results.
3. Share your elbow grease: No one enjoys cleaning the bathroom and it can sometimes require some elbow grease to remove pesky stains and water marks. Give grandparents a welcomed break from some of the not-so-glamours chores and give their bathroom a good scrub with CLR® Bath and Kitchen Cleaner.
4. Add to their morning routine: Does your grandparent enjoy their morning coffee on the porch or patio? Chances are outdoor furniture they've been using could use a wipe down. CLR® Outdoor Furniture Cleaner will work wonders on all types of material including rattan, wicker, wood, wrought iron, vinyl, PVC and canvas.
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Get the new look by treating yourself with a game of bingo
When you realize you have gained some extra inches around your waist and specially after pregnancy, it's quite natural for you to have the desire to feel in shape again or to get a newlook. Whenever you are not fit it takes a toll on our lives and starts affecting everyone else along with you. So, don't you think before it is too late you should stop procrastinating and start working towards it?
Here, I have an insanely interesting way for you to begin rebuilding your body again. Firstly you should make a commitment to yourself that no matter what you are not going to make any excuses before you achieve your target. I am going to put across my own personal experience concerning this. As after my pregnancy I gained a lot of weight and since then getting rid of it was my my major motive in life. Started trying out various regimes but finding the motivation was the primary concern then.
I started discussing with my friends regarding this, with the expectation of finding a solution and guess what? My friends suggested this bingo site called New Look Bingo, which really helped me in relieving the stress I was going through. I fell in love with the site and it provided as a major incentive to kick start this mission. Yes! A game of bingo at New Look Bingo, is all I required to inspire myself. Okay, so the idea of treating myself with a game of bingo every time I shed some pounds worked really well for me. Since this site is available on the move, it became much more easier for me to achieve my target. I could play wherever and whenever I wanted, it doesn't matter whether I am out in the park jogging or I am working out in a gym. All I needed was to stick to the set of rules and play the game only when I achieve some results but before that it was a complete no-no.
Trust me, if you can really figure out your motivation, like I found bingo as my rescue, then nothing can stand on your way of accomplishing what you want to do.
Especially, what really delighted me is that New Look Bingo always has some exciting offers or promotions in hold for their players. Plus all their games are compatible with the mobile software versions like Android, iOS and Windows.
Now, you must be wondering whether I got any fruitful result after working so hard. Actually I did, it was the most blissful moment when I looked at myself in the mirror and checked my weight. So, all you pretty ladies out there, start realizing your ideal self or your preferences and just work towards it. So, go ahead try it out and let me know your thoughts regarding this!by
A 15 Point Checklist for More Profitable Product Pages
The product pages of your website are your showroom and they must be displayed properly to achieve maximum results. This does not mean that all product pages should look alike. There are many ways to be creative yet effective.
Many of us focus our attention on our homepage (which is also important) and then just paste up a cookie cutter product page. Taking the time to plan and strategize your product pages is also essential. Cart abandonment is a serious issue for online business owners but there are ways to decrease your abandonment stats.
As we go from website to website, we do not want to see clone product pages but there are aspects that should be included in all product pages. Below is a checklist for some of these important elements that will help your product page be more profitable.
1. Product Description – Do not try to write a one size fits all product description. Focus on your targeted buyer and write to them personally. Be sure to include all the benefits the product provides. Try to avoid clone phrases such as best deal in town or superior quality. Your prospect will tend to blur over these types of statements.
2. Product Image – Your product image will be what draws the customer in. You want to make sure the product details are clearly visible. The image needs to be clear and sharp. A good image will make the product come alive and bring out more of a reaction from your prospect. Using different angle shots of the product can be effective as well.
3. Call to Action – Be sure your call to action button is vivid and clearly placed on the page. Once your image and description do their job, you want the buy button to be right there so the customer clicks it when they are in the buying mood. Be sure to make the button stand out from the rest of the page. Do not let it sink into the background
or melt into the rest of the page.
4. Ordering Process – Once your prospect decides to buy your product you want to give them an easy painless ordering process. The first step of the process is the key and it is also where many prospects abandon the purchase. You want to gather pertinent information from your customer but do not ask them for their life story. I have abandoned many purchases because of the long time-consuming forms to be filled out. You want your ordering process to be as few clicks as possible but you also want to assure your customer that the process is secure. Do not require your customer to register with you. About a third of the orders being processed are ended for just this reason.
5. Social Media – By adding your social media buttons to your product pages you are allowing people to share your products with their friends and followers. This can substantially increase your conversions. Make sure your social buttons are not too intrusive. Make them highly visible but not obnoxious.
6. Shipping Information – One of my pet peeves when ordering online is not finding any shipping information. Always provide clear information on the shipping terms and costs for your customers. Do not make them wait until the end of the ordering process to find out what they will be paying for shipping. Be upfront and concise on all shipping fees. Shipping fees are the number one cause of cart abandonment so being upfront and letting your prospect know exactly
what they will be paying will bring this number down.
7. Size Chart – If you are selling products that require sizes be as descriptive as possible about what the sizes are and how they fit. Size charts are a great way to do this. Clothes of the same size can fit differently so let your prospects know how your sizes run.
8. No Distractions – Keep your product page as free of clutter as you can. You want the page to showcase the product and call to action, not a bunch of ads from other websites or companies. Do not have flashing banners or distracting images or videos (unless it is a video of the
9. Customer Reviews – When I go shopping online I now expect to see reviews. This has become a staple part of the online shopping experience. Be sure to add customer reviews to your product page. Do not leave out negative reviews. Adding the negative reviews will add to the trust your prospect feels for your company.
10. Subscription Option – Adding a subscription form or box to your product page is an excellent choice. If people decide to buy from you, chances are they will sign up for your mailings. Or, if they are not sure on the purchase, they may subscribe and then purchase down the road a bit. Either way it is a win!
11. Needed Instructions – If the product needs special instructions or information on how to use or its purpose, be sure to provide all the details needed in a clear, easy to understand way. If people are confused about a product, they will not purchase it so make sure they have all the information needed to make the decision to buy.
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13. Additional Product Options – Many sites have a feature where they showcase similar products. If you do not exactly like the one you are viewing, other options show up for you to look at. This is a wonderful feature that can help keep your prospect shopping on your site instead of going to another.
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CORTEZ, COLORADO—Hopi stonemasons led by Herschel Talashoma are working at the Cajon Canyon site at Hovenweep National Monument, as part of a restoration project to stabilize the thirteenth-century ruins affected by erosion and modern visitors. Previous conservation efforts in the 1940s and 1960s used concrete, but an acrylic polymer mixed with earth and mortar are now employed to strengthen the double-stone construction. "There's always a learning process to stabilization. The terrain, the weather, the exposure: every site and situation is different," National Park Service archaeologist Noreen Fritz told the Cortez Journal. Talashoma is keeping detailed records of all of the work he and his team have done at Hovenweep. "The work is important so future generations can enjoy these sites," he explained.
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While we do our very best to keep a close eye on Fido, he tends to let curiosity get the best of him when engaging in an unsupervised stroll around the neighborhood. When this happens, you'll be thankful that you just invested in that slightly-overpriced-but-irresistibly-cute dog collar, personalized ID tags, and microchip.
"ID tags can help with identification in case they get lost or run away," said Dr. Stacy Eckman, a lecturer at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. "It lets people know that the dog is owned and is very helpful when trying to reunite the animal with the owner."
In addition to decorating your pets with ID tags, microchips have become an increasingly popular way to keep track of your pets in the case they go missing.
"Unlike a tag or a collar, it cannot come off and is placed under the skin with a small needle," Eckman said. "It is not painful to the pet and they will not notice it, and neither will the owner in most instances."
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