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Holiday eating fit for royalty
Approach the New Year with resolve to find the opportunities hidden in each new day.” Michael Josephson Scrolling through social media recently, I saw where a friend had commented that she and her people “ate like kings” on New Year’s Day. I chuckled because I could definitely relate. That phrase pretty much summed up my crew’s eating throughout the holidays. We ate like royalty and enjoyed it immensely.
Best Thoughts Ever on the Essentials of Ethics Education
Michael Josephson · Follow 5 min read · -- Whether one calls it values education, moral education, character education or ethics education, the goal is to help young people develop sustainable attitudes, beliefs and habits that translate into personal integrity, moral strength and, most of all, positive behaviors.
Best Thought Ever on What I Wish I Knew Earlier: Maya Angelou Was Right, How You Make Someone Feel…
Michael Josephson · Follow 5 min read · -- As a precocious smart ass in high school and in later stages of my life as a law professor, parent and boss, I thought it was my right and responsibility to make my friends wiser, my students smarter, and my children better by telling them better ways to think, clearing up their confusions and deepening their understanding and knowledge.
The underrecognized impact of parathyroidectomy for primary hyperparathyroidism
In the manuscript “Improved Sexual Function after Parathyroidectomy in Women with Primary Hyperparathyroidism,” the authors Zheng and colleagues aim to shine the light on changes in female sexual function in patients with primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT) in the pre- and post-parathyroidectomy setting.While the impact of PHPT on quality-of-life (QoL)and sexual function has been studied in the past, there is a paucity of existing studies focusing on female sexual function as it relates to...
Salinas v. S.E.S.A. FLEET SERVICES, LLC
Plaintiff: Saul Salinas Defendant: S.E.S.A. FLEET SERVICES, LLC Case Number: 7:2023cv00279 Filed: August 22, 2023 Court: US District Court for the Southern District of Texas Presiding Judge: Ricardo H Hinojosa Nature of Suit: Labor: Fair Standards Jury Demanded By: Plaintiff RSS Track this Docket This docket was last retrieved on August 22, 2023. A more recent docket listing may be available from PACER.
Willoughby v. Bassett Healthcare Network
Willoughby v. Bassett Healthcare Network Plaintiff: Kevin Willoughby Defendant: Bassett Healthcare Network Case Number: 1:2023cv00791 Filed: June 29, 2023 Court: US District Court for the Northern District of New York Presiding Judge: Lawrence E Kahn Referring Judge: Daniel J Stewart Nature of Suit: Labor: Fair Standards Cause of Action: 29 U.S.C. ยง 203 Equal Pay Act Jury Demanded By: Plaintiff RSS Track this Docket Docket Report This docket was last retrieved on June 29, 2023.
Munson v. Enercon Services, Inc.
Munson v. Enercon Services, Inc. Plaintiff: Eric Munson Defendant: Enercon Services, Inc. Case Number: 4:2023cv00238 Filed: June 12, 2023 Court: US District Court for the Northern District of Oklahoma Presiding Judge: Claire V Eagan Referring Judge: Susan E Huntsman Nature of Suit: Labor: Fair Standards Cause of Action: 28 U.S.C. § 1331 Fed.
Warren v. Eastern Energy Services, Inc.
May 22, 2023 Filing 2 Additional Attachments to Main Document: #1 Complaint.. (Josephson, Michael) May 22, 2023 Filing 1 COMPLAINT against Eastern Energy Services, Inc. ( Filing fee $ 402 receipt number ATXEDC-9512812.), filed by Jamie Warren. (Attachments: #1 Exhibit A, #2 Civil Cover Sheet)(Josephson, Michael)
Smith v. QHCCS, LLC
Smith v. QHCCS, LLC Plaintiff: Scott Smith Defendant: QHCCS, LLC doing business as Quorum Health Case Number: 3:2023cv00495 Filed: May 19, 2023 Court: US District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee Presiding Judge: Barbara D Holmes Referring Judge: Eli J Richardson Nature of Suit: Labor: Fair Standards Cause of Action: 29 U.S.C. § 201 Fair Labor Standards Act Jury Demanded By: Plaintiff RSS Track this Docket Docket Report This docket was last retrieved on May 19, 2023.
Hamilton v. MarkWest Energy Partners, LP
Hamilton v. MarkWest Energy Partners, LP Plaintiff: Brian Ison and Chris Hamilton Defendant: MARKWEST ENERGY PARTNERS, L.P. Case Number: 2:2023cv00782 Filed: May 15, 2023 Court: US District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania Presiding Judge: J Nicholas Ranjan Nature of Suit: Labor: Fair Standards Cause of Action: 29 U.S.C. § 201 Fair Labor Standards Act Jury Demanded By: Plaintiff RSS Track this Docket Docket Report This docket was last retrieved on May 15, 2023.
Bond v. Devon Energy Corporation
Bond v. Devon Energy Corporation Plaintiff: Brian Bond Defendant: Devon Energy Corporation Case Number: 5:2023cv00347 Filed: April 26, 2023 Court: US District Court for the Western District of Oklahoma Presiding Judge: Joe Heaton Nature of Suit: Labor: Fair Standards Cause of Action: 29 U.S.C. § 201 Fair Labor Standards Act Jury Demanded By: Plaintiff RSS Track this Docket Docket Report This docket was last retrieved on April 26, 2023. A more recent docket listing may be available from PACER.
Rivera v. CHSPSC, LLC
Rivera v. CHSPSC, LLC Plaintiff: Abelino Rivera Defendant: CHSPSC, LLC doing business as Community Health Systems Case Number: 2:2023cv00336 Filed: April 19, 2023 Court: US District Court for the District of New Mexico Presiding Judge: Damian L Martinez Referring Judge: Gregory B Wormuth Nature of Suit: Labor: Fair Standards Cause of Action: 29 U.S.C. § 201 Fair Labor Standards Act Jury Demanded By: Plaintiff RSS Track this Docket Docket Report This docket was last retrieved on April 19, 2023.
Werito v. CoreCivic of Tennessee, LLC
March 27, 2023 Filing 2 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that this case has been randomly assigned to United States Magistrate Judge Gregory J. Fouratt to conduct dispositive proceedings in this matter, including motions and trial. Appeal from a judgment entered by a Magistrate Judge will be to the United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit. It is the responsibility of the case filer to serve a copy of this Notice upon all parties with the summons and complaint.
Brandon et al v. USIC Locating Services, LLC et al
March 20, 2023 Filing 4 NOTICE of Appearance by Richard M. Schreiber on behalf of Clifford Brandon, Scott Nerge, Raymond O'Donnell, filed. (Schreiber, Richard) March 20, 2023 Filing 3 NOTICE of Appearance by Michael A. Josephson on behalf of Clifford Brandon, Scott Nerge, Raymond O'Donnell, filed. (Josephson, Michael) March 20, 2023 Filing 2 Request for Issuance of Summons as to Protek Holdings, LLC, Reconn Holdings, LLC, USIC Locating Services, LLC, USIC, LLC, filed.
Henderson v. ProTech Installations, Inc.
Henderson v. ProTech Installations, Inc. Plaintiff: Seth Henderson Defendant: ProTech Installations, Inc. Case Number: 6:2023cv00127 Filed: February 16, 2023 Court: US District Court for the Western District of Texas Nature of Suit: Labor: Fair Standards Jury Demanded By: Plaintiff RSS Track this Docket Docket Report This docket was last retrieved on February 16, 2023. A more recent docket listing may be available from PACER.
POLICE CHIEFS REJECT PRES TRUMP'S ENDORSEMENT OF EXCESSIVE FORCE.
A s President of the Josephson Institute of Ethics and its Exemplary Policing Initiative (www.JosephsonsExemplaryPolicing.org), I try mightily to stay out of politics. But I concur with the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) in objecting to President Trump's blatant encouragement of roughing up criminal suspects, instead of protecting their heads while putting them in a patrol car.
BEST EVER QUOTES ON A FREE PRESS
OBSERVATIONS AND INSIGHTS ABOUT THE ROLE AND IMPORTANCE OF AN AGGRESSIVE FREE PRESS. Compiled and sorted by Michael Josephson Founding Fathers Were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers, or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter. Thomas Jefferson Nothing can now be believed which is seen in a newspaper. Truth itself becomes suspicious by being put into that polluted vehicle.
If I could give you anything
MICHAEL JOSEPHSON It’s a tradition during a bat or bar mitzvah ceremony for parents to deliver specific blessings to their child. I wrote a poem for my daughter Abrielle a few years ago.
An uncomfortable moment of truth
MICHAEL JOSEPHSON When my daughters were younger and wanted to spend time with me, I used to take each one on an out-of-town trip for alone time.An especially memorable one was with my youngest daughter Mataya when she was seven.
Character is an essential part of competence
MICHAEL JOSEPHSON If you were hiring a new CEO, what are the most important qualities you’d look for?Surely you’d want a high level of demonstrated competence — knowledge, experience, intelligence, vision, communication, and relationship skills and the ability to motivate, manage, and solve problems.
Moral courage - the engine of integrity
Moral courage — the engine of integrity Mignon McLaughlin tells us, “People are made of flesh and blood and a miracle fiber called courage.”Courage comes in two forms: physical courage and moral courage. Physical courage is demonstrated by acts of bravery where personal harm is risked to protect others or preserve cherished principles.
Not everyone in need has a brick
WHAT WILL MATTER Not everyone in need has a brick Comment Posted Sep. 3, 2016 at 2:08 PM By MICHAEL JOSEPHSON Posted Sep. 3, 2016 at 2:08 PM A successful man known for his philanthropy was driving his new car through a poor part of town. He’d driven the route hundreds of times before on his way home.A young boy tried to flag him down. The man was in a hurry and didn’t want to get involved, so he pretended he didn’t see him. The traffic signal turned red, though.
Not everyone in need has a brick
WHAT WILL MATTER Not everyone in need has a brick Comment Posted Aug. 19, 2016 at 7:30 PM By MICHAEL JOSEPHSON Posted Aug. 19, 2016 at 7:30 PM A successful man known for his philanthropy was driving his new car through a poor part of town. He’d driven the route hundreds of times before on his way home.A young boy tried to flag him down. The man was in a hurry and didn’t want to get involved, so he pretended he didn’t see him. The traffic signal turned red, though.
Does personal necessity trump moral principles?
WHAT WILL MATTER Does personal necessity trump moral principles? Comment Posted Aug. 12, 2016 at 4:32 PM By MICHAEL JOSEPHSON Posted Aug. 12, 2016 at 4:32 PM Years ago, my wife Anne was talking to a woman I’ll call Lila about another lady I’ll call Gwen. Gwen had just been laid off and since she had only worked for the company for a short time, she wasn’t eligible to continue the company’s medical insurance.
Lying is like drunk driving
WHAT WILL MATTER Lying is like drunk driving Comment Posted Aug. 5, 2016 at 6:27 PM By MICHAEL JOSEPHSON Posted Aug. 5, 2016 at 6:27 PM Sometimes lying makes our lives easier. If you want the day off, just call in sick. If your boss asks if you’ve finished a report, say you left it at home. And if an irate customer calls, just make up a good cover story. Technically these are lies, but since no one’s hurt, what’s the big deal?We tell ourselves they’re harmless, but are they really?
Do I have to tell everything?
WHAT WILL MATTER Do I have to tell everything? Comment Posted May. 13, 2016 at 5:38 PM By MICHAEL JOSEPHSON Posted May. 13, 2016 at 5:38 PM Should a job applicant properly withhold information about a criminal record or termination from a previous job? Should a woman starting a new relationship say nothing about a previous marriage or abortion?
If you love competition, you never lose
Suppose you’re an Olympic athlete and you hear that the only person who has a chance to beat you is ill and may have to withdraw. Are you overjoyed at your good luck or disappointed that you will not be able to compete against the very best?If you really love and understand sports, you ought to be disappointed. John Naber, winner of four gold medals in swimming, says that a true sportsman wants to compete against his best competitor on his best day.
The disease of low expectations
WHAT WILL MATTER The disease of low expectations Comment Posted Apr. 22, 2016 at 4:38 PM By MICHAEL JOSEPHSON Posted Apr. 22, 2016 at 4:38 PM The serious damage done to our economy, social institutions, and personal relationships by widespread cheating and dishonesty is bad enough. But widespread acceptance of such behavior as inevitable threatens to make our future a lot worse.
Who am I to judge?
WHAT WILL MATTER Who am I to judge? Comment Posted Apr. 15, 2016 at 4:50 PM By MICHAEL JOSEPHSON Posted Apr. 15, 2016 at 4:50 PM Almost every week someone indignantly attacks my integrity because I offended them with a real or perceived opinion they didn’t like. The underlying assumption is that stating an opinion on any controversial matter violates the sacred duty of neutrality.First, I’m a teacher and a commentator, not a judge or journalist.
Changing lives through love
WHAT WILL MATTER Changing lives through love Comment Posted Mar. 25, 2016 at 3:05 PM By MICHAEL JOSEPHSON Posted Mar. 25, 2016 at 3:05 PM Imagine being put in charge of a residential camp for delinquent teenage girls confined because they are considered dangerous.
Motive, Tact, Tone, Timing
WHAT WILL MATTER Motive, Tact, Tone, Timing Comment Posted Mar. 18, 2016 at 8:53 PM By MICHAEL JOSEPHSON Posted Mar. 18, 2016 at 8:53 PM Trustworthiness is essential to good relationships, and honesty is essential to trustworthiness. Being honest isn’t simply telling the truth, though. It’s also being sincere and forthright.
Celebrating National Hot Tea Month
Did you know January is National Hot Tea Month? Ill bet some of you have never had a cup of hot heat. Shame on you it is one of the most relaxing things for me to do. My favorites are Lemon Grass, all green teas, and Earl Gray. Try a cup mid-afternoon very good for you. Ill be seeing you around Agnes. I read the Lemon Verbena Lady on-line.
Deflategate and Americans' deflated sense of honor
Have we stopped expecting sportsmanship and honesty? At its best, athletic competition can hold intrinsic value for our society. It is a symbol of a great ideal: pursuing victory with honor. The love of sports is deeply embedded in our national consciousness. The values of millions of participants and spectators are directly and dramatically influenced by the values conveyed by organized sports. Thus, sports are a major social force that shapes the quality and character of the American culture.
Oilfield Worker Wrongful Termination
Workers can sometimes lose their employment based on lay-offs, poor performance, or other issues, but sometimes a termination may violate a worker’s rights. When an oilfield worker such as a driller, operator, or engineer loses his or her job based on an illegal premise, they may be able to seek compensation from the company for their termination. Many states use an at-will employment procedure, meaning that employers can terminate an employee at any time.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY: What Will Really Matter in the End
By Michael Josephson Ready or not some day it will come to an end. There will be no more sunrises, no minutes, hours or days. All the things you collected whether treasured or forgotten will pass to someone else. Your wealth, fame and temporal power will shrivel to irrelevance. It will not matter what you owned or what your were owed. Your grudges, resentments, frustrations and jealousies will finally disappear. So too, your hopes, ambitions, plans and to do lists will expire.
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