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Basics of Navigating the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA)
Due to the proliferation of the Internet, social media platforms, and hosting websites, online service providers have often become unwitting hosts to materials that may potentially infringe on the copyrights of another. Likewise, original content creators have also increasingly found themselves to be targets of unjustified DMCA takedown requests. Sometimes these takedown requests are made for anti-competitive or harassing purposes by... ❯❯❯
The Legality of Torrenting: Is it Illegal or Legal?
The legality of torrenting is a question that often pops up in conversations. Even though it may be a gray area, it is important to know the policies or your internet service provider and country's laws on the topic. These include what you can download, where you're allowed to download, and if there are any consequences for downloading.
The following article discusses these topics and more so that you can make an informed decision... ❯❯❯
Walk Around About HTS Classification, ECCN Classification And ITAR Compliance
HTS or HS is also known as Harmonized System or Harmonized Tariff Schedule, which is developed by World Customs Organisation (WCO) which is again classified and defined a s International Goods. However, there is a slight difference between HS and HTS codes. The HS codes are usually six digit codes which is an universal standard code and then the HTS codes come with seven to ten (7 to 10) digits. The codes are unique after the sixth... ❯❯❯
Denied Party Screening - 7 Things You Must Know About the Regulations
Don't go frantic. Don't invite laze. Just follow the rules! Over the time, much has been spoken about the denied parties list and so on. Still, the awareness drive is still short in some areas. When businesses get dried out of information about the rules and regulations, there's no stopping for disaster. Besides, the catastrophic damages are sustainable in nature, especially when it comes to reputation. As mentioned by legal experts,... ❯❯❯
Why ITAR Compliance Isn't A Thing To Ignore Anymore
The basis, which we found to write about the above topic is regarding the general ITAR-related discussions on several platforms or forums. If it weren't these forums, we wouldn't have even an iota of assumption how much ignorant several companies can turn. For the uninitiated, ITAR or International Traffic in Arms and Regulations is an export control law. It's a LAW, not a certification standard as assumed by many. We want you to... ❯❯❯
Pension Plan Sponsors May Be Subject To New PBGC Coverage Determination Form
Proposed forms for future coverage determination requests would collect information on the four most commonly requested plans, including: Section 4021(b)(3) church plans, Section 4021(b)(9) plans which are established and maintained exclusively for the benefit of plan sponsor's substantial owners, Section 4021(b)(13) plans which are established and maintained by professional services employers and cover 25 or fewer active... ❯❯❯
How to Get Managed Care Companies to Pay for Your Practice's Improvements
The following examples should illustrate why: The CMS Value Based Program with hospitals is already implemented; Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation is piloting NUMEROUS programs covering many physician specialties; CMS expanded the Medicare Shared Savings Program to 3 tracks; A new Merit-Based Incentive Payment for Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, and Certified Registered Nurse... ❯❯❯
Florida's Phosphate Industry Officials Display Little Concern For Florida Riparian Waterways
The state of Florida supports riparian waterways as public domain by law. Riparian waterways are defined as rivers, stream, lakes, marshes, bogs, aquifers, springs, or any navigable waterway above or below ground, including freshwater and saltwater. For instance, one navigates a canoe from a riparian (public) river into a small spring that is surrounded by multiple landowners encompassing the land around the spring. Riparian water... ❯❯❯
Is It Illegal to Keep a Pet Raccoon?
The common domestic pets we are accustomed to seeing in a person's house are typically dogs, cats, small breed reptiles, maybe a few hamsters here and there, or some goldfish. On the other hand, there are people in this world who like to step outside of the box by adopting an exotic pet in place of the stereotypical four-legged furry friend. This choice and alternative to pet ownership is perfectly fine, depending on the state you live... ❯❯❯
7 Principles to Learn HACCP Requirements to Control Food Hazards in the USA
In 1998, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has established HACCP for meat and poultry processing plants, as well. Most of these establishments were required to start using HACCP by January 1999. Very small plants had until Jan. 25, 2000. (USDA regulates meat and poultry; FDA all other foods.) HACCP has been endorsed by the National Academy of Sciences, the Codex Alimentations Commission and the National Advisory Committee on... ❯❯❯
What Do Colorado's 'Move Over' Laws Mean for You?
It's long been the rule of the road that drivers should move over for emergency vehicles. In Colorado, it's the law. It has been for almost two years. Now, breaking that law will be met with stiffer penalties than ever. The latest legislative session ended with a proposal - Senate Bill 229 - that makes careless driving near emergency responders, tow trucks and public utility vehicles that causes an injury a class 1 misdemeanor. The... ❯❯❯
