Saturday, December 05, 2009
The Illinois Text Messaging Ban
"A person may not operate a motor vehicle on a roadway while using an electronic communication device to compose, send, or read an electronic message"
And goes on to define an electronic message as;
"Electronic message" includes, but is not limited to electronic mail, a text message, an instant message, or a command or request to access an Internet site."
Please take note of following changes in the Illinois Cell Phone Laws. This might save you some money. It might also facilitate discussion with your children ages 19 and under. Visit this link for more information: http://www.drivinglaws.org/ill.php
As many of you know, Gov. Quinn has signed into law a set of new restrictions regarding use of cell phones while driving. The law will take effect Jan. 1, 2010. I encourage everyone to know what the law stipulates and to begin these safe-driving habits now. Here are the main points:
ON JANUARY 1, 2010 IT WILL BE ILLEGAL (in the state of Illinois) TO:
* send or read a text message while your car is in traffic, unless fully stopped due to a blocked roadway (such as a train crossing). A stop sign or stop light does NOT waive this restriction. You must place the car in park or neutral gear, or pull over to the side of the road and stop.
* send or read an email message while your car is in traffic, unless fully stopped due to a blocked roadway (such as a train crossing). A stop sign or stop light does NOT waive this restriction. You must place the car in park or neutral gear, or pull over to the side of the road and stop.
* use a cell phone in a SCHOOL or CONSTRUCTION zone without the use of a hands-free device. In other words.......you cannot HOLD the cell phone while using it. You must use a device (such as a Bluetooth headset or ear bud) which allows you to keep both hands on the wheel. To use such a device you must have a compatible phone and must purchase and install the hands-free device itself. Contact your cellular provider for specific information about products and services available for your cell phone.
Fines for violation of these laws will start at $75.00, with higher fines expected for the most serious infractions.
The law does NOT apply to use of a navigation device, such as a GPS system.
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Wednesday, December 02, 2009
We Made a List!
Christmas Everywhere Song/Video
Tuesday, December 01, 2009
Congratulations to ICC Paralegal Advisory Board Member Lisa Wilson, on being appointed the 10th Circuit's newest Associate Judge
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Not quite there just yet BUT Legal Research is Moving into the Google World
You can read about it here:
http://googleblog.blogspot.com/2009/11/finding-laws-that-govern-us.html
As one of the paralegal forums put it, "It isn't Westlaw yet, but it's a good start." The power of the Google search engine, and it's free! I'm excited about this, so thought I'd pass it along.
Respectfully yours,
Carol Nelson
Paralegal"
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Thanks and Giving campaign - St. Jude
FIX MY MORTGAGE - Volunteer Lawyers and Paralegals are Needed
The Attorneys’ Title Guaranty Fund, Inc. and METEC, a HUD approved housing counselor, will be holding a workshop. FIX MY MORTGAGE, to help distressed homeowners in our surrounding counties on Saturday, November 21st. At the event, the homeowners will meet with trained volunteer attorneys and counselors who will help them determine if they qualify for President Obama’s Making Home Affordable program. Bank of America and Chase Bank will be present to help with loan modifications. Attached is the press release for more information.
VOLUNTEERS ARE URGENTLY NEEDED FOR THIS EVENT. Although the event is not sponsored by Prairie State Legal Services, will be assisting with the workshop and helping to recruit volunteers. We are looking for volunteer attorneys, but paralegals with experience in this area are welcome. The volunteers are needed from 7:00 am – 2:00 pm. All volunteers must participate in a free online training through ATG, and MCLE credit will be given. To volunteer, or for further information please contact Sandra Crow at 674-9831 or via email at scrow@pslegal.org; or Attorney Valerie Umholtz at 347-5875 or via email at vumholtz@msulegal.com.
Friday, November 13, 2009
CIPA Holiday Party!
WHAT: CIPA MEETING
WHERE: CHATEAU PORT OF CALL ROOM
in BLOOMINGTON
on VETERAN’S PARKWAY
WHEN: TUESDAY, DECEMBER 8TH
TIME: 5:30 PM
WE ARE DELIGHTED TO INVITE YOU TO BE OUR GUEST FOR DINNER AND WITNESS THE SWEARING IN OF THE 2010 OFFICERS
Choose from the following and respond by noon on Wednesday, December 2nd to: ciparalegal.org.
The Executive
An 8oz. center cut Ribeye charbroiled, served open faced on an English Muffin with sautéed mushrooms, Potato du jour
Chicken Teriyaki
Breast of Chicken skillfully marinated in Soy, Sherry and Pineapple served with Rice Pilaf
Vegetarian – Chef’s Choice
Happy Holidays and we look forward to celebrating with you next month!
The 2009 Officers
Central Illinois Paralegal Association
P. O. Box 1948
Bloomington, IL 61702-1948
