Kaiser Permanente - Richard Isaacs MD

Kaiser Permanente: Company wants employees to serve as role models in community

Carman stopped exercising after leaving the military in 1991, and the pounds began piling on. But after his father died at age 54, and at the urging of his daughter, a nursing student, Carman decided in 2012 to start making a change.

He credits Kaiser’s Live Well, Be Well program for his improved fitness. Carman dropped 40 pounds since starting the program and trimmed 6 inches from his waist. And in September, he was able to stop taking the blood pressure medication he’d been on for 10 years.

Carman ran in the December marathon as part of a four-member relay team with his daughter and friends. His goal is to run half the marathon this year, and the entire course in 2015. He’s also working on losing another 20 pounds.

The constant encouragement Carman receives through Kaiser has helped him overcome his biggest obstacle: sticking with his exercise program consistently. “I’m just very grateful for everything my employer does,” Carman said.

While many employers encourage a healthy workforce, Kaiser, which employs 66,000 in its Northern California region, including 12,000 in the Sacramento area, has an additional motivation as a health-care provider.

“We want all of our staff and physicians to be role models for our community,” said Dr. Richard Isaacs, physician-in-chief of Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center.

Kaiser’s program offers more than 250 wellness options that focus on six categories: physical activity, healthy eating, emotional health, prevention, healthy workplace and healthy community.

Issacs, a head and neck surgeon, said the program has caused a cultural transformation at the company, reducing absenteeism and making employees happier and more engaged.

“I’m watching our employees actually transform their lives,” Isaacs said. “They look different. They just exude health.”

Employees encourage colleagues to get involved, take lunch-time walks or train for competitions. There are free exercise classes, with yoga, Zumba and boot camp among the popular options.

Employees can track their health improvements online and enroll in a wellness university, where they earn credits and even graduate.

To encourage healthy eating, there are on-site farmers markets and employee gardens at Kaiser’s South Sacramento Medical Center, as well as at offices in Davis and Rancho Cordova. There, workers grow vegetables and chefs demonstrate healthy cooking techniques.

The program’s emotional health component encourages employees to pursue creative outlets. Toward that end, the South Sacramento Medical Center held its third annual art show March 28, where physicians and employees displayed paintings, photographs, sculptures, quilts, beadwork and floral arrangements.

2012 BMW K1600 GTL - Al Lamb's Dallas Honda

GENERAL INFORMATION

Gran Turismo. Travel in big style. That means combining dynamic performance and comfort – and transforming distance into free space. BMW Motorrad’s vision was the essence of this philosophy – the pure sense of Gran Turismo. This vision has now taken shape in the new K 1600 GT. The in-line six-cylinder engines by BMW are legendary. A myth which has been realized once more in the K 1600 GT – but now more compactly than ever before. 1,649 cc, 160 hp and a maximum torque of 129 foot pounds. Even the facts are impressive. But the riding experience is even more inspiring. The transversely installed power units delivers an extraordinary level of dynamic performance as well as refined running smoothness. If the rider is in the mood for a show of sporty prowess, the engine willingly puts in a burst of speed even in the lower engine speed range, and it is in its element over high-speed stretches. Over 70% of the maximum torque is available from just 1,500 rpm. While the bike’s power reserves are huge, its dimensions are reduced. Weighing just under 227 pounds and with a width of 21.8 inches – never was a large-volume in-line six-cylinder so compact. For outstanding handling and increased banking freedom. And a whole new touring bike feel. For better visibility going into bends, the GT presents a world premiere for motorcycles: the optionally available adaptive headlight. It not only increases the exclusivity but also the active safety of the machine. Vision fulfilled. The K 1600 GT. UNSTOPPABLE TOUR.

SPECS

ENGINE

Engine - 6-cylinder, 4-stroke, 4-valves per cylinder, 2 overhead camshafts, BMS-K management, closed-loop 3-way catalytic converter, EU-3

Bore And Stroke - 2.83 x 2.65 in. (72 x 67.5 mm)

Compression Ratio - 12.2:1

Induction - Unleaded super

Ignition - Digital

DRIVE TRAIN

Transmission - 6-speed, helical, gearbox

Final Drive - Shaft

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Front Tire - 120/70 ZR 17

Rear Tire - 190/55 ZR 17

DIMENSIONS

Wheelbase - 66 inches

Curb Weight - 650

OTHER

Available Colors - Light Grey Metallic

Attorneys - Lakeshore Law Center

Attorney Jeffrey N. Wilens

ISLN:  90276400

Practice Areas

Consumer and Employee Rights Class Actions; Consumer Credit Reports and Employment Background Reports; Consumer Fraud and False Advertising; Consumer Protection; Civil Appeals

Admitted: 1985, California; 1990, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California; 1991, U.S. Supreme Court; 1994, U.S. District Court, Central District of California; 1996, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit; 2003, U.S. District Court, Southern District of California; 2004, U.S. District Court, District of Colorado; 2012, U.S. District Court, Northern District of California.

Law School: Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California at Berkeley, J.D.

College: University of California at Santa Barbara, B.A., 1982

Born: San Diego, California, October 6, 1961

Cases: Hernandez v. Vitamin Shoppe Industries, Inc. (2009) 174 Cal.App.4th 1441; Mark v. Spencer (2008) 166 Cal.App.4th 219; Rose v. Chase Bank USA, N.A. (9th Cir. 2008) 513 F.3d 1032; Ortiz v. Lyon Management Group (2007) 157 Cal.App.4th 604; Trujillo v. First American Registry, Inc. (2007) 157 Cal.App.4th 628; Schulz v. Neovi Data Corp. (2007) 152 Cal.App.4th 86; Freeman v. DirecTV, Inc. (9th Cir. 2006) 457 F.3d 1001; Experian Information Solutions, Inc. v. Superior Court (2006) 138 Cal.App.4th 122; Jones v. Citigroup, Inc. (2006) 135 Cal.App.4th 1491, review granted; Wolski v. Fremont Investment & Loan (2005) 127 Cal.App.4th 347; Morris v. Redwood Empire Bancorp (2005) 128 Cal.App.4th 1305; Blanchard v. Directv, Inc. (2004); 123 Cal.App.4th 903; Janik v. Rudy, Exelrod & Zieff (2004) 119 Cal.App.4th 930; Ansley v. Ameriquest Mortgage Co. (9th Cir. 2003) 340 F.3d 858; Decker v. U.D. Registry (2003) 105 Cal.App.4th 1382; People v. Bau Mooc (2002) 26 Cal.4th 1216; Chavez v. Whirlpool Corp. (2001) 93 Cal.App. 4th 363; County of Orange v. Wu (2000) 79 Cal. App. 4th 759; Nelson v. City of Irvine (9th Cir. 1998) 143 F.3d 1196.

Fight Back Against Identity Theft - Lakeshore Law Center

If you are a California resident and were the victim of identity theft, you may be entitled to recover up to $30,000 plus have the false debt removed. Here is what you need to do:

1.      Gather any documentation such as credit reports, collection letters, bills,  etc. that show an identity thief has incurred charges or accessed your accounts  causing you to owe money to some company.

2.    As soon as possible and certainly within four years of when you learn of the  identity theft, file a police report in your local jurisdiction. You should also  file a report with the Department of Motor Vehicles if you believe a phony or  stolen driver’s license was used. You need to obtain a copy of the written report.

3.    Once you have the documentation and the police report, contact Lakeshore Law Center. We will evaluate your documentation for free. If it appears you have a  valid case, we will send required prelitigation notices to your creditors.

4.    If we are able to have the fraudulent charges removed without having to file a lawsuit, then you owe this office a small fee. If we are not, then we may file  a lawsuit on your behalf and you will not be responsible for any legal charges  unless the lawsuit is successful.

5.     If we do file a lawsuit, and it is successful, you are entitled to have the fraudulent charges removed, to be paid for any actual damages you suffered, to  recover an additional civil penalty of up to $30,000 and to be reimbursed for  your legal fees.

Attorney Jeffrey Wilens Laser

Update 2-6-12:  American Laser Centers filed bankruptcy in December 2011.  It is no longer honoring the $25 Coupon described below.  That may or may not change in the future.  There is nothing the Orange County Court can do about this. 

Here is important information about the American Laser Centers class action settlement. 

The settlement has been approved by the Court and is now in effect:

1.  You can use the Postcard coupon that was mailed to you.  It is good for one of two free products or as $25 off another product.  Or you can download this Coupon.  It is valid from May 20, 2011 to May 19, 2012.  If you select either Vivite Hydrating Facial Cleanser or Travel Kit then you will not have to pay sales tax even if that exceeds the $25.  To find the closest American Laser (now called American Laser Skincare) clinic, go to this website: http://www.americanlaser.com/Locations.aspx

2. The deadline to submit Claim Forms was May 9, 2011; it is too late to submit one now. There are no exceptions.

The Claim Forms have been processed. Checks were mailed out on July 8, 2011. In most cases, the Claimant received 22% of the amount claimed. In a few instances, the amount claimed was left blank or was not supportable. In those instances, Laser Center records were used to determine the amount of the Claim. Some claims were rejected entirely because they were submitted too late or the class member received treatment outside the period of time covered by the refund part of the settlement.

Please wait until July 22, 2011 to see if you receive your check. If you do not, or you do not understand how your refund was calculated, you can contact Lakeshore Law Center.

Attorney Jeffrey Wilens - Ista

Here is important information about the ISTA Utility Billing class action settlement.

Settlement Checks for $25 were mailed out on September 29, 2011 from Irvine, California.  If you filled out and timely returned a Claim Form then you should receive the payment within a few days.  The deadline to submit Claim Forms, or to opt out or object, passed as of July 20, 2011. No late Claim Forms will be accepted.  The Court granted final approval to the settlement.

There was a class action settlement that paid monetary compensation to tenants of certain California Apartment Complexes. In general, this includes tenants who resided at

·        an apartment complex owned by AIMCO from June 5, 2002 to March 12, 2010

·        an apartment complex owned by BRE from May 25, 2001 to March 12, 2010

·        any apartment complex in California that used ISTA or Viterra for utility billing from May 25, 2001 to March 12, 2010

AIMCO and BRE apartment complexes have agreed to make improved disclosures in future leases about charging tenants for utility service in the common area.

ISTA has agreed to include more information about debtor rights in their billing statements and late notices to tenants.

In addition, if you submitted a timely and valid Claim Form, it is now being processed.  Some Claim Forms were missing signatures or other information so these will be evaluated closely to see if they can be honored.

Your Trusted Construction Partner

Alfa One International Services & Contracting Review: Your Trusted Construction Partner

Founded in 2009, Alfa One International Services & Contracting corporation provides designing, execution, and maintenance of both conventional and turnkey construction projects in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The company establishes an environment that ensures growth for its more than 120 highly dedicated and strongly driven employees wherein they are motivated to become more innovative.

In 2012, Alfa One International Services & Contracting corporation officially expanded its operations and is currently located in the industrial area of Sitra. We offer a various range of high-quality services soon in Tokyo, Japan and to our individual and corporate clients. We also perform our tasks with the assurance of supervision, and we always maintain quality measures with great importance on our services.

Our utmost priority is fulfilling our clients’ needs, and we are grateful to become a part of their growth since we see them as our long-term partner. For the convenience of our clients, we efficiently provide our services at hours suitable to them seven days a week.

Our company prides itself on having in-house capability to design and execute each activity related to the construction industry, from pre-tendering conceptual stage through designing and construction up to the delivery to the clients.

According to a recent review, Alfa One International Services & Contracting exceptional skills and services led the company to become one of the fastest growing companies in the industry. We have the most dedicated experts and the right resources to successfully complete every project, even the most complicated ones.

Our company ensures to meet the clients’ and projects interests with our widespread network of labor, material and equipment, as well as extensive expertise in general building, turnkey projects, air conditioning, electrical, finishing, plumbing, structural, external and all other related works.

Our clients can depend on us when it comes to the matter of clearance. We have a thorough understanding of our clients’ needs, and a solid and excellent support to validate and update all government and legal documents, support and advice all training programs, legal advices and all human resources related on time updates and remainders to individual customers. We believe and follow the proven approaches to development, maintenance and management principles.

Alfa One International Services & Contracting offers high-quality commercial and residential cleaning services. We have a comprehensive range of commercial cleaning services and soft services that can deliver reliability and quality that almost all companies and facilities manager is looking for. Our company has a combination of knowledgeable management aiming for clear objectives and diligent people that provide clients with excellent and cost-effective services.

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Are You a Victim of Investment Fraud? How to Get Your Money Back

NEW YORK (MainStreet) — Investing is hard enough without walking into a bear trap set by an unscrupulous fraudster. Crooks create false account statements, make wild performance claims and operate elaborate Ponzi schemes in order to get money out of your pocket and into theirs. If you're the victim of such a crime, what are your chances of getting your money back?

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently issued an investor bulletin explaining the ways in which conned consumers can attempt to recover assets lost to criminal investment scams. The good news: there are a number of ways to recover your money. The bad news: you are likely to recover only a portion of your loss – and be prepared for a lengthy process.

"Not all harmed investors will be able to recover money, and many of those who recover money receive less, often substantially less, than their losses from the securities fraud," the SEC says. "In addition, even when harmed investors are able to recover money, the process for distributing the money to harmed investors may take a long time."

If an SEC investigation into securities fraud is successful, enforcement action is initiated through the court system or by an agency administrative proceeding. In addition to attempting to reclaim the proceeds from the fraud on behalf of victims, often penalties and interest are charged; the court or the SEC will determine the distribution of these assets. In other cases, a receivership is formed to recover and manage the proceeds of criminal collections. In fiscal year 2013, the SEC collected more than $1.6 billion in fines and recovered investment assets.

When a brokerage firm fails, investors' assets are covered by the Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC). Securities held at the broker-dealer are protected up to $500,000; cash is protected up to $250,000, but only for the value held – assets are not protected from market loss. And this protection is only offered for customers of firms who are members of the SIPC.

Investors who have suffered losses from fraud may also find recourse under federal bankruptcy laws or private class-action lawsuits.

The SEC conducts hundreds of investigations each year and says many violations pertain to the misrepresentation of investments, price manipulation, theft, insider trading or the sale of unregistered securities. A substantial number of these actions are spurred by tips from the public, consumer complaints and whistleblowers. Recent scams have targeted seniors, involved oil and gas companies, gold mining investments and speculative startup companies. Often investors are lured into such schemes on the heels of major news events, including rackets based on the recent Ebola outbreak.

Proposed savings accounts would help private schools

We live in a complex, diverse democracy whose independence is maintained to a great extent through an educated electorate. Ignorance is not democracy's friend.

That's why the U.S. public has been a strong supporter of public schools. In every town, city and state, maintenance and improvement of public schools are always a subject of political debate because they are considered so fundamental to our democracy — to say nothing of the well-being and continued prosperity of our people.

Public schools are, and should remain, secular, providing a good education to people of all religions and cultures, favoring none over others, benefiting religious and non-religious people. Unlike many countries in Europe, Latin America and elsewhere, U.S. governments by design provide very limited direct assistance to religious schools.

But like many people today, immigrants in the last and previous centuries wanted schools that also helped maintain their faith, and so besides supporting at great added expense the public schools that their children do not attend, Lutherans, Jews, Catholics, and members of many faiths established schools to do just that.

For people in 23 counties in southwest Iowa, the Catholic Diocese of Des Moines runs 17 schools, which have about 4,700 students in 15 elementary schools and 1,600 students in two high schools. Most of the students are Catholic, but many are not. Recognizing that they are the primary educators of their children, many parents want the quality education these schools provide, as well as the discipline, security and order that characterize Catholic schools.

Catholic schools focus on research-based practices that are highly effective, and they are uniquely positioned to successfully integrate and exceed the Iowa Core Curriculum. Catholic school students, who provide widespread community service with the goal of stimulating life-long habits, consistently score above the Iowa Assessments and ACT state and national averages. Five of our diocese's 17 schools have been designated as Blue Ribbon Schools by the U.S. Department of Education for overall excellence.

But the schools are becoming more expensive to maintain, and federal and state governments, and local school districts, have recognized the value in some limited assistance. Religious and other non-public schools provide an alternative to public schools, affording the healthy benefits that alternatives usually bring. The burden on public schools, especially in smaller districts, would be much greater without them.

Important limited support provided these schools has included the 65 percent tax credit initiated by the Iowa Legislature in 2006. In the case of our diocesan schools, Iowans donate to the Catholic Tuition Organization (CTO), to which $3.2 million was contributed in 2014, to provide scholarships to Catholic schools for low income families.

Now under a legislative proposal known as the "Education Savings Account", the state would deposit an amount each academic year in a fraud-protected account that the parents of K-12 children not enrolled in a public school could access for tuition, fees, and tutoring. The parent could use the funds each year and anything remaining after high school graduation could be used for college or university education within Iowa.

The amount placed in the parent special account would be the same as the average basic state aid for a public school student. Public school income includes this basic state aid (currently an average of about $5,600) plus other levies, local property taxes and various other federal funds, and public schools would continue to receive the state money for students actually enrolled in the public school.

Some worry that limited support of religious schools will somehow undermine public schools, that it amounts to creeping state support for religion. But we estimate that for no more than an additional 4 percent of the current government spending on K-12 education, the state could help maintain an alternative education that continues to benefit all Iowans, not just those who send their children to non-public schools.

The Diocese of Des Moines and I personally support strong public schools and the special referenda and other responsible tax levies for public education. But we also advocate for parental choice in education and in the present environment, we do not want our Catholic schools to become preserves for the elite or wealthy. The Education Savings Account would help avoid that.

RICHARD PATES is the bishop of the Diocese of Des Moines. Catholic Schools Week is Jan. 25-31.