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Celebrating Women in Law on International Women’s Day
Updated article March 8, 2023 On March 8, charities, academic institutions, government entities, professional organizations, and businesses worldwide recognize and celebrate International Women’s Day. This global day celebrates women’s social, economic, cultural, and political achievements and marks a call to action for accelerating women’s equity. It began in 1911, and over a century later, it…
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International Women’s Day is approaching on March 8. Unlike some other observances, this one is not sponsored by any single organization. Rather, a variety of charities, academic institutions, government entities, and other groups choose to honor the day in different ways. International Women’s Day is observed globally. It took root in the 1900s and continues…
Read MoreHow Slowing Down can Speed Up Recovery
At Ramos & Law, we know the importance of reading. It’s an integral part of our profession that helps us serve our clients and uphold the justice system. Although there are many crime shows on television that glorify the legal profession, the bottom line is that most of what we do involves reading and writing…
Read MoreAbraham Lincoln’s Lawyer Days
At Ramos & Law, we respect the efforts of skilled and honorable attorneys who have gone before us. In the lead-up to President’s Day on February 19, we tip our hats to great presidents like Abraham Lincoln who were also great lawyers. Back in Lincoln’s day, attorney fees usually ranged from $5 to $20 per…
Read MoreFreedom to Hire an Attorney
February 1st marks National Freedom Day, a celebration that has its roots in President Lincoln’s presidency. On this day in 1865, President Lincoln signed a resolution that outlawed slavery. This resolution would later become the 13th Amendment to the Constitution. Today, people honor the day with festivals and ceremonies celebrating the freedoms that all Americans…
Read MoreDon’t Forget to Say Thank You
January is National Thank You Month—a great way to start out the year. As we move into 2018, it’s worthwhile to reflect on the blessings of the past year. Being grateful isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s also good for us. Science has shown that people who express gratitude regularly enjoy better mental and…
Read MoreMake the Most of Self-Improvement Month
Competition is always in rich supply. Whether you own your own business or you work for a big company, you need to stay ahead of the curve. Although some organizations make it a point to have regular training for their employees, it is still up to the individual to take charge of their own advancement.…
Read MoreLabor Day and the Evolution of the Job Market
Labor Day is not just celebrated in the U.S. but has become a movement in many parts of the world. In addition to recognizing workers themselves, Labor Day tips its hat to all that the labor movement has achieved. These accomplishments include the five-day work week, eight-hour days, paid leave, workers’ compensation and more. In…
Read MoreTips to Keep Young Workers Safe
With school out, it’s a great time for older students to join the workforce. They can fatten up their wallets, gain work experience, make connections that will help them in future job searches, and build their character in the process. Students who work summer jobs often return to school more mature and disciplined. Employers should…
Read MoreIs Avvo a Credible Legal Resource?
If you watch much TV, you may have seen the commercials for Avvo, the online legal directory service. They’re clever TV spots for certain. But is Avvo a credible legal resource? Avvo was founded in 2006 out of Seattle by a lawyer who was then Expedia’s general counsel. Seeing the need for a credible resource…
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