As the JDRF Walk Chair Person, I would like to extend an invitation to be a part of finding a cure, in our life time, for Juvenile Diabetes.
What is Juvenile Diabetes? Type 1 Diabetes, also called juvenile diabetes or insulin-dependent diabetes, is a disorder of the body's immune system—that is, its system for protecting itself from viruses, bacteria or any "foreign" substances. What is JDRF? JDRF is the leading charitable funder and advocate of type 1 (juvenile) diabetes research worldwide.
In June, Alan and Ellen Levin of Happy Harry's will sponsor our Annual Gala for a Cure. This is a wonderful opportunity to not only donate to a wonderful cause, but also to promote your business and sense of community commitment.
JDRF is accepting donations of cash as well as auction items. If you would like to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity, please contact either Stephanie Bucksner at JDRF at 302-888-1117 or Christine Pavlik at 410-398-0110. To learn more about JDRF in Delaware, please visit our website.
Posted by Christine Pavlik, CPA
cpavlik@pavassoc.com
Thursday, April 19, 2007
Tuesday, March 27, 2007
Elvis Memorabilia Battle in Delaware Chancery Court
There's an airport hangar somewhere in Nevada, filled with Elvis memories, and a couple of 18-wheelers ready to take them on tour for the children of America, at $20 per head. They aren't leaving the hangar until a battle over their ownership takes place.
The fight over them is brewing in Delaware's Chancery Court. These memorabilia were used by Elvis Presley, and by his Doctor George Nichopoulos, and it sounds like it could be an entertaining time in Court.
The tug of war involves such things as:
A Delaware Limited Liability Company was formed with three members, Businessman Richard S. Long, Entertainer Bobby Freeman, aka Robert G. Gallagher, and Betty Franklin are in a fight over ownership, and Gallagher and Franklin are asking the Court to dissolve the limited liabilty company that was set up to own the collectibles, and be responsible for touring them across the countryside.
Robert G. Gallagher didn't show up in Court for the first day of proceedings.
Earlier articles:
The King . . . and the courts
Singer, businessman battle over Elvis memorabilia
The fight over them is brewing in Delaware's Chancery Court. These memorabilia were used by Elvis Presley, and by his Doctor George Nichopoulos, and it sounds like it could be an entertaining time in Court.
The tug of war involves such things as:
Doctor's bag: "Black doctor's bag used by Dr. Nichopoulos for making house calls to Graceland and touring with Elvis Presley."
Stuffed dog: "Elvis had this dog in his suite at the Las Vegas Hilton . . . Elvis jokingly used dog as a pillow. Just as they were leaving to go on stage, Elvis threw the dog at Dr. Nick and said, 'This dog is for you!' Framed notarized letter of authenticity."
Laryngeal scope: "Used to examine Elvis' chronic sore throat and tonsils . . . Dr. Nick had to take additional schooling to learn how to use this."
A Delaware Limited Liability Company was formed with three members, Businessman Richard S. Long, Entertainer Bobby Freeman, aka Robert G. Gallagher, and Betty Franklin are in a fight over ownership, and Gallagher and Franklin are asking the Court to dissolve the limited liabilty company that was set up to own the collectibles, and be responsible for touring them across the countryside.
Robert G. Gallagher didn't show up in Court for the first day of proceedings.
Earlier articles:
The King . . . and the courts
Singer, businessman battle over Elvis memorabilia
Friday, February 09, 2007
Delaware Climatologist On Thin Ice
Yes, Delaware does have a state climatologist. And he's the center of a battle over the human influence on global warming.
Professor David Legates teaches at the University of Delaware, and he drew more attention than most previous state climatologists have when his name appeared upon this amici curiae brief (pdf) filed with the US Supreme Court.
The brief questions global warming, and that view may conflict with an effort by the State of Delaware to get funding from the Federal government to use to reduce emissions, in an effort to "fight" global warming.
Those issues are described in a Wilmington News Journal article, Del. scientist's view on climate change criticized: Ties to big oil, industry-funded lobbies draw fire
Some of the charges agains Dr. Legates come from the Union of Concerned Scientists, in their report: Scientists' Report Documents ExxonMobil’s Tobacco-like Disinformation Campaign on Global Warming Science.
Here's one of Dr. Legates' reports:
Climate Science: Climate Change and Its Impacts
I ran across a critique of that report, which I thought was interesting:
Comment on "Climate Science: Climate Change and Its Impacts" (pdf)
One of Dr. Legate's former students defends him as being brave enough to tell us that the emperor has no clothes, in:
The tyranny of 'global warming'
Is the earth getting warmer? Is global warming a problem caused by humans? There are a lot of media reports stating that permafrost is melting in Alaska and Siberia, and weather patterns are unusual. We've experienced record breaking warm years recently. There seems to be a lot of agreement that the earth is getting warmer, and a report released last Friday from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change predicts significant rising sea levels for the Mid-Atlantic region, causing the loss of a significant amount of Delaware's coastline.
Our State Poet was in the news last month, too. I hope that she gets involved in the discussion over global warming. It seems to have the makings of an epic struggle.
Professor David Legates teaches at the University of Delaware, and he drew more attention than most previous state climatologists have when his name appeared upon this amici curiae brief (pdf) filed with the US Supreme Court.
The brief questions global warming, and that view may conflict with an effort by the State of Delaware to get funding from the Federal government to use to reduce emissions, in an effort to "fight" global warming.
Those issues are described in a Wilmington News Journal article, Del. scientist's view on climate change criticized: Ties to big oil, industry-funded lobbies draw fire
Some of the charges agains Dr. Legates come from the Union of Concerned Scientists, in their report: Scientists' Report Documents ExxonMobil’s Tobacco-like Disinformation Campaign on Global Warming Science.
Here's one of Dr. Legates' reports:
Climate Science: Climate Change and Its Impacts
I ran across a critique of that report, which I thought was interesting:
Comment on "Climate Science: Climate Change and Its Impacts" (pdf)
One of Dr. Legate's former students defends him as being brave enough to tell us that the emperor has no clothes, in:
The tyranny of 'global warming'
Is the earth getting warmer? Is global warming a problem caused by humans? There are a lot of media reports stating that permafrost is melting in Alaska and Siberia, and weather patterns are unusual. We've experienced record breaking warm years recently. There seems to be a lot of agreement that the earth is getting warmer, and a report released last Friday from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change predicts significant rising sea levels for the Mid-Atlantic region, causing the loss of a significant amount of Delaware's coastline.
Our State Poet was in the news last month, too. I hope that she gets involved in the discussion over global warming. It seems to have the makings of an epic struggle.
Wednesday, February 07, 2007
Sister Company... Delaware Intercorp Inc... Rated # 1 amongst Delaware Incorporators!
The Delaware Business Ledger's annual Book of Lists came out this week.
It ranks a variety of Delaware businesses, including incorporation firms such as our sister company, Delaware Intercorp, Inc.
On page 126 of this year's edition, they rank Delaware Incorporation Firms.... and this year... We are Number ONE! It's not bad to be ranked Number One Incorporator in the Number One State for Incorporation!
Congratulations to all of the DI team for their hard work and dedication! And a thank you goes out to our satisfied customers who make this all happen!
We are already working hard to earn it again for next year.
It ranks a variety of Delaware businesses, including incorporation firms such as our sister company, Delaware Intercorp, Inc.
On page 126 of this year's edition, they rank Delaware Incorporation Firms.... and this year... We are Number ONE! It's not bad to be ranked Number One Incorporator in the Number One State for Incorporation!
Congratulations to all of the DI team for their hard work and dedication! And a thank you goes out to our satisfied customers who make this all happen!
We are already working hard to earn it again for next year.
Monday, December 11, 2006
MySpace and the Federal Rules of Evidence
Ok, so I have a MySpace account, and most of my listed friends are people that I've met in person, though scattered across the globe. Chances are that I won't be adding anything to my profile that I have to worry about becoming evidence in a legal case. Can information from MySpace even be admitted into court?
A First Monday article, MySpace on the record: The admissibility of social website content under the Federal Rules of Evidence, asks that very question, and also looks at other sites such as Craigslist, personal blogs, and eBay.
The article sets up some hypothetical fact patterns, and examines some similar real life events, in asking whether or not certain information written on the web can be used in a couple of different criminal prosecutions and a products liability case.
It looks in detail at the authentication of that evidence, the application of the hearsay rule, and the best evidence rule. It then applies those rules to the fact patterns created. Nice article.
A First Monday article, MySpace on the record: The admissibility of social website content under the Federal Rules of Evidence, asks that very question, and also looks at other sites such as Craigslist, personal blogs, and eBay.
The article sets up some hypothetical fact patterns, and examines some similar real life events, in asking whether or not certain information written on the web can be used in a couple of different criminal prosecutions and a products liability case.
It looks in detail at the authentication of that evidence, the application of the hearsay rule, and the best evidence rule. It then applies those rules to the fact patterns created. Nice article.
Tuesday, November 14, 2006
Rogue Accountant Finally Stopped
For years now, accountant Ralph V. Estep has been stepping over the boundries of propriety by practicing law without a license, as shown by the recent Supreme Court decision. He has been "representing" clients in the preparation of wills and the probate of estates.
For the protection of those persons who Mr. Estep has led astray, the Court of Chancery has appointed Peter S. Gordon, Esquire as receiver of these cases. Peter's number is (302) 652-2900. This was also reported by the Wilmington News Journal.
A receiver is: a person (usually appointed by a court of law) who liquidates assets or preserves them for the benefit of affected parties. (from: www.freedictionary.com )
For the protection of those persons who Mr. Estep has led astray, the Court of Chancery has appointed Peter S. Gordon, Esquire as receiver of these cases. Peter's number is (302) 652-2900. This was also reported by the Wilmington News Journal.
A receiver is: a person (usually appointed by a court of law) who liquidates assets or preserves them for the benefit of affected parties. (from: www.freedictionary.com )
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