Book your Thailand holiday trip and stay at the 3 star Charm Beach Resort, located in Ban Talat Thong Sala near Ko Pha-Ngan. As an 'Good' hotel, reception is available to help during your stay. Guests rate the property 7.9 out of 10. Out of a total 0 hotels in Ban Talat Thong Sala, this property is currently ranked in 5th position based on an average of guest reviews and price. Amenities including High-speed Internet and Room Service are available to room guests at Charm Beach Resort. Also available is a Restaurant and Parking. Other services and features of the property include a Swimming pool, a Beauty Centre and a Tour Desk.
The property is positioned near Ao Wok Tum and Ao Hat Wai Nam. With Ao Chalok Lam and Ao Hat Rin within a short distance.
Local areas such as Ko Pha-Ngan and Ban Suan are must see places to visit when in Ban Talat Thong Sala. Ban Wok Tum, Ban Tai and Ban Nua are also within easy distance from the center of Ban Talat Thong Sala.
The property is available on 3 partner websites including Booking.com, Agoda and Laterooms. Search Charm Beach Resort rates from these websites online by entering your search in form above or compare all accommodation in Ban Talat Thong Sala to the left.
The 2 star Coco Garden Resort and the Phangan Villa are within the local area. Other options including the The Blue Parrot and Red Cube Hostel are great alternatives near Charm Beach Resort.
Students from across the state have the chance to compete in the 2018 West Virginia Bridge Design and Build Contest. Registration is open to all middle- and high-school students in West Virginia.
This STEM opportunity allows students to gain an introduction to engineering and understand how engineers design structures, but students do not need to have an engineering background to compete, according to Dr. Wael Zatar, dean of the university’s College of Information Technology and Engineering.
Jennifer Dooley, committee member and leader of educational outreach special projects for the West Virginia Division of Highways, said the West Virginia Bridge Design and Build Contest partners are happy to provide free entry to the competition.
“The program will be broken down into two stages,” Dooley said. “The qualifying round began on Oct. 2 and will end March 30, 2018, at 11:59 p.m. During this round, students can enter the contest by themselves or in teams of two. The classroom presentation only takes one class period, but some schools have used this as a club activity and met more frequently. Once the students know how to use the software, they can practice and submit their designs from any computer.”
At the end of the qualifying round on March 30, top teams will be invited to compete at the final competition May 12, 2018. Participants will be notified about being a statewide finalist by April 4, 2018, and will be mailed a balsa bridge kit to build. The final competition will be held on Marshall University’s Huntington campus on May 12, and will include both the software competition and the balsa bridge testing.
The contest offers in-class presentations to help educate teachers and students about the competition. Teachers can request in-class visits on the contest website. The deadline for visit requests is March 1, 2018, but participants are encouraged to schedule the visit as early as possible to provide adequate preparation time for students.
“This contest aims to be a source of inspiration to all students and provide a taste of engineering to those who are interested in the subject,” Dooley said. “Many students who have participated in this contest have gone to college for STEM-related professions. Organizers look forward to welcoming new faces at the event and engaging in a battle of design and creativity.”
For more information about event registration, visit the West Virginia Bridge Design and Build website at www.wvbridgedesignandbuildcontest.com or connect through Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
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Posted by rwallace on Nov 1, 2012 in Criminal Law, Uncategorized | Comments Off on 5 Important Rules when you have been Arrested
Law Enforcement officers work for you, the taxpayer. They are here to protect and serve the public – YOU. However, on occasion, you may find that you have been arrested. Here are 5 important rules to remember:
Remain calm and polite. Do not resist arrest, even if you believe the arrest is wrongful, illegal, outrageous, etc. If you think resisting arrest will avoid arrest, you are wrong.
Tell the officer(s) that you choose to remain silent. Do not explain why you want to remain silent. Do not apologize for choosing to remain silent. Remember, you have already been arrested. The probability of you saying anything that would cause an officer to change his or her mind, right then and there, and “unarrest” you, is extremely remote. “Unarrest” isn’t even a word – we hope you will agree there is probably a reason it is not a word.
Ask to speak to a lawyer immediately. Do not say anything, sign anything or make any decisions without first consulting a lawyer.
You have the right to make a local phone call. You do not have the right to decide when that phone call will occur. Don’t hesitate to politely ask for your phone call as many times as needed.
Be prepared. Take a moment to think about who you would call if arrested. Do you have their phone number memorized? Or is it on the mobile phone that you no longer have access to?
Very few people will ever be arrested at any time during their lives. However, on occasion, rightly or wrongly, it is better to be prepared and to follow these few, simple rules.
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Posted by rwallace on Nov 1, 2012 in Criminal Law, Uncategorized | Comments Off on Legal Basics – Your Rights and Arrests and Summons
I am a former prosecuting attorney, but have devoted most of my career to defending criminal defendants. It is a privilege to work at The Huntley Law Firm with a team of good lawyers with diverse experience. I like that LegalShield (LS) helps members solve many problems without a lawyer, and provides legal resources for under market cost when a lawyer is necessary.
At the outset of becoming a criminal defendant, or even a “person of interest,” you don’t need to know the law. You don’t need to know what is likely to happen, or if the authorities are “right, wrong or off base.”
YOU DO NEED: To keep quiet. Please see the numbered instructions below for instructions on how, and its effects in two common situations.
ENTERING THE SYSTEM: Virtually all defendants begin their journey through the legal system without an attorney. They enter in two principal ways: they are either (1) arrested or (2) summoned (a traffic ticket contains a summons at the bottom; whether the defendant signs is of no consequence; he is formally served). Less commonly they are (3) approached to “talk” as part of an ongoing investigation.
After first, foremost and continuously refraining from talking, you must get out of jail, if in custody. In all cases you need to step back with your trusted advisors and support system. LS is perhaps one of the best. We like to think we know a lot that can help. But first help yourself.
NAVIGATING OUT: Getting out of jail occurs in isolation from the support system necessary to make the absolutely best decision. Deciding how to respond to a summons likewise requires learning all the options, and how to best use your limited resources to protect your interests. So my advice is: know that you likely have a support system. Use it. Lawyers can come later.
Legal Shield’s Emergency Line is invaluable for friends and family calling on your behalf. It is less useful as defendants’ “one phone call” from jail. Only if you have a summons for a court date, or approached by law enforcement to “talk,” should you use this. Only after securing release from jail will it be of much use. Instead, in the two most common situations (arrest or summons):
If you can’t get one by your side, police are obligated to get you a court-appointed lawyer — or stop asking questions.
In the case of traffic stops involving alcohol, there is an exception to this for evidentiary testing. That involves officer-initiated conversation as a “tool of investigation.” To protect yourself, say as little as possible. Let the test(s) speak for themselves.
If arrested, BOND OUT with cash if you can raise it from family or friends. Use a surety bond company if you cannot.
If summoned – or approached by law enforcement as part of an investigation — call the LS main line. Do it in sufficient time to learn what you can do before the court date, or before law enforcement wants to see you.
You can discuss — at length with LS, not law enforcement — the nature of the allegations. You can learn what is going on. You can develop a plan for marshaling available legal assistance.
In most (misdemeanor) cases, you will be able to avoid going to court if you are in a position to obtain counsel.
THE ROLE OF THE LAWYER: LS’ Emergency Line and 4-hour callback by an attorney are always available. Either before a summons is received, after you are out of jail, if you are a “person of interest,” or if you are actually in custody. However, as noted above, getting out is the most important thing.; It is either unimportant or even a diversion – at the stage of being in custody – to try to understand why you’re there, or if it’s right or wrong.
This is why I strongly recommend marshaling your personal supportive resources – if in custody – prior to using LS’ Emergency Line. The best thing defendants can do for themselves is be silent. Lawyers can do the rest. And we can do it later, if we have a defendant who’s out and not in.
If a bond is too high for release, you will likely receive a public defender. Your rights will be protected. Defendants can change attorneys at any time, and substitute a LS or any other attorney for the public defender. When you and your support system arrange for your release, you can evaluate this option with them and with LS.
SUMMARY: The main point of this note: LS members are in a position to step back from the overwhelming stress and strangeness of criminal charges. Because they have immediate access to attorneys, they can focus and act on what can be done in the short term. LS has many resources early, often and as criminal cases go forward. This note should equip you with what you need in the very beginning, before legal resources are really needed. Call us early, often and whenever a problem with law enforcement is possible.
Posted by rwallace on Nov 1, 2012 in Criminal Law, Uncategorized | Comments Off on 10 Important Tips for Avoiding Police Impersonators
Those who impersonate police officers erode the public’s trust in law enforcement and may endanger unsuspecting people. There are several tips you can remember to protect yourself during a traffic stop while helping your police officers do their jobs.
Make sure it is a marked police unit. If it is not a marked unit, the emergency lights should be built in and are usually not a temporary light placed on the vehicle. You may call 911 to verify that an unmarked police car is in your area.
Look for a uniform, official department jacket, and other equipment used by police officers for the performance of their duties.
If the officer is in plainclothes, look for identifying clothing and equipment. If unsure, explain to the “officer” that you are unsure about the situation and ask them to display official department identification and badge. Ask where they work and if you can contact their dispatch center to confirm their identity. You may also request a marked patrol unit respond.
Pay attention to what they are asking. Most officers will advise you of the reason for the stop and request your driver’s license, registration, and proof of insurance.
If they immediately tell you to get out of the car without any preliminary questions, be suspicious.
Posted by Chris Huntley on Nov 1, 2012 in Consumer Finance, Uncategorized | Comments Off on Fairness and Debt Collection
Given the difficult economic times, many Consumers have had difficulty making payments on Consumer debts, such as medical or credit card debt. When that occurs, it is not unusual for the creditor to begin attempts to collect on that debt either by making direct contact with the Consumer or by turning the debt over to some third-party for that collection effort. The federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act contains many protections for the Consumer under those circumstances.
Under that act, the following are actions that the creditor or the third-party collector may NOT take when making that collection effort:
The creditor or debt collector may not telephone the Consumer at the Consumer’s place of employment unless the Consumer has provided that telephone number to the creditor or debt collector as a contact number.
The creditor or debt collector may not send written collection notices to the Consumer’s place of employment unless the Consumer has provided that address to the creditor or debt collector as a contact address.
The creditor or debt collector make not make repeated calls in one day if the creditor or debt collector has made actual contact with the Consumer on that day.
The creditor or debt collector may not share information regarding the alleged debt with the Consumer’s neighbors, friends, or family members for purposes other than location information.
Communications from the creditor or debt collector may not contain threatening and scurrilous remarks or routinely consist of a series of such statements constituting unfair and unconscionable tactics. False, deceptive and misleading statements are prohibited.
The creditor or debt collector may not threaten legal action unless it has the right, authority, immediate ability or intention to actual bring such legal action.
The creditor or debt collector may not threaten to increase the amount of the alleged debt unless the contract between the creditor and the Consumer allows for that increase.
The creditor or debt collector may not have add fees, penalties, or charges to the Consumer’s account unless the contract between the creditor and the Consumer allows for those fees, penalties, or charges.
If the Consumer requests in writing that documents verifying the debt be provided, the creditor or debt collection agency may not resume collection activity before or without providing verification documents, nor may the creditor or debt collector report any negative information regarding the alleged transaction to the Consumer’s credit reports until such verification documents have been provided.
The creditor or debt collection must communicate with the Consumer only in writing via the United States Postal Service if the Consumer makes that request in writing.
If the collection effort is being made by a third-party debt collector, ALL CONTACTS with the Consumer must state, “I am a debt collector, this is an attempt to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.”
If the collection effort is being made by a third-party debt collector, the debt collector must send written notice of the Consumer’s Rights within five days of the collector’s first contact unless full disclosure of all required information is recited in the initial contact.
If the collection effort is being made by a third-party debt collector, the collector must inform the Consumer of the right to dispute this alleged debt within 30 days of the collector’s initial notification.
If the collection effort is being made by a third-party debt collector, the collector must provide the name and address of the original creditor and the account number on that underlying account if requested in writing by the Consumer.
If the Consumer requests in writing, the creditor or debt collector must validate the alleged debt by providing documentation which addresses the actual facts disputed by the Consumer. It is not sufficient for debt validation for the creditor or debt collector to merely provide a copy of a previous billing statement.
Each of the referenced “musts” and “must-nots”, if not properly performed by the creditor or debt collector, may constitute a separate violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. The act provides for a $1,000 per offense penalty for those violations.
Posted by rwallace on Nov 1, 2012 in Criminal Law, Uncategorized | Comments Off on 5 Important Rules – When you are being investigated by the police
Police officers are employed to protect and serve YOU. Frequently they cannot do their job without the help of witnesses, victims, and everyday citizens. However, you may find that you are the subject of an investigation and these 5 important rules may help.
Be Polite and stay calm. Even if you are innocent and the police are completely wrong, now is not the time to vindicate your rights. Don’t run. Don’t argue, resist or obstruct the police. Keep your hands where the police can see them. Even if you are completely innocent, imagine that officer believes that you are a dangerous criminal – and behave in a manner that will assure the officer that you are not a current physical threat to him or her.
You may ask to speak to a lawyer. You do not have the right to speak to a lawyer unless you have been arrested. If you aren’t sure if you have been arrested, you may ask the officer if you are free to leave (see 2 above) or if you have been arrested.
There is no reason that a conversation with an officer need be confrontational or unpleasant. As soon as practicable, write down the name of the officer, a badge number, and whatever you can remember from the conversation. You have rights. If you believe your rights have been violated or you have questions or concerns contact an attorney.
Posted by Chris Huntley on Nov 1, 2012 in Criminal Law, Important Tips, Uncategorized | Comments Off on 5 Important Tips – When the police stop your car
If you are in a car and the police let you know, in their own special way, that you should stop your car, remember these 5 important rules:
Be safe and avoid Police Impersonators. If the officer is in an unmarked car and is not wearing a uniform, see our 5 Important Rules for Avoiding Police Impersonators