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Universal Human Rights, 2008.
Argues that the Bible cannot be used as a substitute for a declaration of universal human rights.
1,250 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 7 sources, MLA, AU$ 55.95
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This paper explains that it is necessary to have a universal declaration of human rights to which all countries must refer because the Bible is not enough to enforce these rights. The paper relates that even if the Bible did teach about universal human rights, it would not be a persuasive document for many of the world's countries because there are very few purely religious states. Furthermore, the majority of the world's people are not Christian. In addition, the Bible itself is very murky on several human rights issues. Next, in order to establish why the Bible cannot substitute for a universal declaration of human rights, the paper provides an explanation of what such a universal declaration would actually mean. The paper explains that the tenets that would comprise the universal declaration of human rights are not necessarily espoused by the Bible.
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"In addition, many human rights activists believe that the death penalty is a de facto violation of human rights, regardless of the guilt or innocence of the person to be executed and the nature of the crime committed by that person. However, the Bible clearly endorses the application of the death penalty. Moreover, the Bible endorses the use of the death penalty in areas where most of the modern world has determined its use to be inappropriate. Amaziah executed his father's assassins, and the Bible described him as doing "what was right in the eyes of the LORD.""
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Global Warming, 2008.
This paper discusses the causes of global warming and looks at actions to reduce the damage.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 7 sources, MLA, AU$ 78.95
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In this article, the writer discusses that global warming occurs when the earth's average atmospheric temperature increases and leads to corresponding changes in climate. It may also be the consequence of a strong greenhouse effect. The writer points out that when the green house effect is strong, the earth's temperature becomes warmer than usual and creates problems for human beings, animals and plants. The writer maintains that the very real threat of global warming requires rising from the denial stage and assuming a genuine science-based approach to confront it. Minimizing political and economic damage is no longer the issue. The writer concludes that the survival of the species and the environment can no longer be denied or overlooked.
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"Increased heat is only one of the dire consequences of global warming. When the amount of trapped heat reaches a certain level and becomes steady, heat waves may happen more frequently. Localized diseases may spill out into farther areas of the globe and for shorter periods each year. These diseases may also stay longer in those afflicted. Deadly gases and other airborne irritants will also soar as the atmospheric temperature rises. Lung diseases will also increase. Global warming is not only a portentous probability threatening to occur. Gleaned from its symptoms, it has already snuffed out thousands of life. Doctors and scientists have notice the rise in asthma and other respiratory cases among the young in inner cities with the increase of atmospheric temperature. The condition is believed to continue and get worse as carbon dioxide and the other gases become more concentrated in the air and the earth's climate gets warmer. Regions in Western Europe, which were stricken with heat waves, had longer and unusually warmer and dry weather. These regions included Switzerland, Italy and France."
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Nigeria's Challenges, 2008.
Presents a creative essay written as if Miss Nigeria America is speaking with the new president of Nigeria, Umaru Yar'Adua, about the problems of Nigeria.
1,020 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 5 sources, APA, AU$ 47.95
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This paper explains that the safety, health and happiness of so many Nigerian citizens is depending on the administration of the new president, Umaru Yar'Adua. The paper points out the need for Nigeria to have true democratic elections instead of flawed elections and discusses other pressing issues facing Nigeria including environmental problems, the plight of the poor people in rural Nigeria and the AIDS/HIV epidemic. The writer concludes that she dreams of a country free of corruption, which provides a good education, dependable housing and police protection for all people.
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"There are other issues I hope you can work on, as well, Mr. President. Shell Oil, as you know, has been allowing gas flares to burn and burn and burn. Many groups have protested against the burning of these gases, which are a product of the production of crude oil. This is a terrible abuse of our environment. For one thing it contributes to global warming, and for another, it hurts the air that our citizens breathe. Chevron, Texaco, and Mobil are also exploiting our people by polluting our air - and to top it off, money these American oil companies are making is not shared fairly with Nigerians."
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Great Powers, 2008.
The writer examines the concept of a great power and discusses states in terms of major powers.
1,658 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 9 sources, APA, AU$ 69.95
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This paper looks at how, in order to ascertain the degree to which states exercise their power, it is first necessary to properly analyze the components which define great powers - that is the political, military, and, most importantly, economic components. The writer then discusses several theories that quantify power in terms of these components, noting that there have been numerous examples of great powers that have exercised their political, military, and economic influence throughout the centuries. Next, the writer examines the current international scene and asserts that, at this time, the international scene is not dominated by a great power, nor should it be. The paper concludes that, while there have been numerous examples of great powers that have exercised their political, military, and economic influence throughout the centuries, at this time, and taking into account the current evolutions in international affairs in terms of security, financial supremacy and political diversity, it is hard to find a state that would fit the traditional definition of a great power.
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"However, the range of their power cannot be compared to any subsequent definitions of the term great power due to the fact that at the time, the Hellenistic world was considered to be the only one available for states to claim. In this sense, one cannot look at the magnitude of their influence but from a military perspective. Nonetheless, in all confrontations that took place at the time victory resulted in the political domination of the adversary. The Macedonian empire under the rule of Alexander exercised complete political control over the territories it conquered. Even so, neither example can be certified as being but regional powers because of the limited amount of time they manifested their dominance."
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The English System - Order out of Chaos, 2008.
An analysis of the theories of the English School of International Relations with regards to order versus chaos.
2,260 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 4 sources, APA, AU$ 90.95
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This paper discusses the English School of International Relations' stress upon cooperation and order, rather than upon chaos, within the international system. It discusses their theories and their arguments and then specifically looks at why according to the English School of International Relations, there is such a high degree of order in the international system.
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"Within these spheres of overlap there is also a possibility to cement as well as destabilize a nation and a world. An American of Jewish origin may support the existence of Israel, for example, and draw attention to the plight of the Middle East, stimulating interest in this region of the world within his or her own nation. An economic alliance between two corporations generates a community, and a mutual interest in regional stability, as well as an opportunity of human beings working in a foreign land to better understand another culture. The potential for community ties thus is just as great as the potential of non-state communities to strain the borders of nations and to influence national politics--and thus, the 'center' does 'hold.'"
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The Rise of China, 2008.
Explores the possibility of peace, stability and prosperity of Southeast Asia, given the rise of China.
2,175 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 9 sources, APA, AU$ 87.95
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This paper states that China has recovered its larger economic, political and military stature in East Asia and is becoming a major power in the world. This ominous development is of supreme concern and interest to the United States. The author discusses China's complex relationship with Taiwan and its apprehension about Japan's agreement with the United States on a theater missile defense (TMD) system and on launching spy satellites. The paper explains the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and the concern of China about the nuclearization of India, Pakistan and North Korea.
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"Although almost all states in the world signed the NPT, the world remained insecure and at the brink of nuclear proliferation and disaster. Observers and critics believe that preventing this would require States with nuclear capabilities to reconsider their stand on a higher moral standpoint and discard their nuclear modernization programs. Israel, India, Pakistan and North Korea, for example, needed to terminate their respective programs and agendas, using nuclear weapons."
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The Impact of Terrorism, 2008.
This paper explores the economic consequences of a terror attack in general and of 9/11 in particular.
4,208 words (approx. 16.8 pages), 17 sources, APA, AU$ 145.95
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The paper explains that the economic results of terrorism can be broken down into short-term direct effects; medium-term confidence consequences and longer-term productivity impacts. The paper reveals that the impact of 9/11 was not as considerable as would have been expected, but emphasizes that industries and organizations must implement measures to prepare for another such attack. The paper asserts that it is not a question 'if' there will be another attack, it is a question of 'when'.
From the Paper
"When a terrorism attack hits a country, such as September 11, 2001, naturally the citizens of that nation are most affected. They are the ones who are immediately impacted by the injuries and deaths of peers, friends and loved ones, the shut down of production and services, and the psychological and physical long-term effects. However, such an attack also impacts the rest of the world economically, either through the way that the national organizations have difficulty fulfilling their international obligations or the way that other countries perceive that they, too, are being threatened by these same terrorists."
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Living Wage, 2008.
An discussion on the idea of a living wage, which has been considered in a number of ordinances across the US.
1,663 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 11 sources, APA, AU$ 70.95
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The paper states that the movement for a living wage is gaining traction, though proponents still have a long way to go to make this a reality across most of the country. The paper comments that opponents still claim that such laws will destroy the economy, and they do so in spite of studies showing that the laws do no such thing and may even bring major benefits. The paper confirms that the issue is unsettled but also coming to the fore. The paper discusses the battle over living wage ordinances, which is currently being fought, one municipality at a time, though the time may come when a larger law is sought and passed to cover an entire state.
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"The idea of a living wage has been embodied in a number of different types of ordinance across the country, sometimes directed at all retail establishments, sometimes at only one type of business. An ordinance in Baltimore is one of the most common type applying to contractors, and in Baltimore, any contractor providing services to the city must pay employees at least $7.90 an hour. In Detroit, the ordinance calls for a payment of $8.83 per hour and applies to city contractors and recipients of subsidies, including nonprofits. In Pittsburgh, the cost is $7.73 per hour with benefits, and the law applies to city employees, city contractors, recipients of subsidies, and businesses and contractors that receive tax breaks or other assistance from the city. Santa Monica in California is considering the most extensive such ordinance, this one calling for $9.45 per hour with benefits applying to all businesses with fifty or more employees in the city's tourist center and to all companies doing business with the city or receiving grants or subsidies from the city."
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American Identity, 2008.
A discussion of how an American identity has developed from the essentials set forth in the Declaration of Independence.
1,211 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 53.95
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This paper explores how the two beliefs in the Declaration of Independence that all men are created equal and that any government derives its power from the people form the essence of what it means to be an American. With this as basis, the American identity is not a single identity at all but a varied one applicable to people from different backgrounds, races, classes, and cultures. The writer explains that there is a belief system based on equality, fairness, optimism, the rule of law, and a sense of self-reliance that connects such diverse groups Southerners, Americans of the Northeast, and Americans of the Far West, and that freedom to make personal choices is the real key to the American identity.
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"Certainly, much of American history tests the first premise, for to state it is one thing, while to live it is another. When the United States was formed, some were clearly more equal than others in spite of the rhetoric. Still, a belief in equality has been and remains a central belief in the American identity, even if the reality sometimes fails to match the ideal. As can be seen with reference to the second basic tenet, Americans from the first have also distrusted the power of government and do so even if they believe in that power to effect beneficial change. One can see distrust of government throughout the political spectrum in America."
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"Who's Reading Over Your Shoulder?", 2008.
A critical analysis of Zara Gelsey's article "Who's Reading Over Your Shoulder?".
878 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 40.95
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This paper examines how Zara Gelsey carefully builds a clear link between watching over your shoulder activity and the Patriot Act in her article "Who's Reading Over Your Shoulder?" The paper discusses the Gelsey's dispassionate stance on the issue and how, although she has the same concerns as everyone else, she has presented them very objectively as to make the argument based more on logic than passion alone.
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"Once the tone has been set, the author delves into the real purpose of the article. The Patriot Act is what the author wants to comment on. She carefully builds a clear link between watching over your shoulder activity and the Patriot Act. The reader is not asked to do the job of linking up since author has done that very well. But it is not exactly the Act itself that is the main issue; it is the activities that are undertaken due to this Act which seem to bother the author. And the main activity discussed in the article is FBI's access into a person's reading interests and activities."
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Insurance and Hurricane Katrina, 2008.
This paper discusses the policies of the insurance industry in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.
2,060 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 10 sources, MLA, AU$ 83.95
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The paper discusses how hurricane Katrina highlighted the inadequacy of insurance coverages offered. The paper also reveals the fraud of insurance agencies in depriving homeowners of rightful payments. The paper examines the various lawsuits and legal issues and discusses the campaign waged by the insurance industry to keep the courts from making insurance policies and to keep judges adhering to pro-business policies. The paper shows how many federal and state laws are both confusing and contradictory and largely shaped for the benefit of the insurance companies.
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"The tragic circumstances surrounding the appearance of hurricane Katrina some two years ago highlighted a number of problems and issues facing not only the people of New Orleans and environs but all Americans. One such issue is often spotlighted after a disaster of this sort, and that issue is the inadequacy of much of the insurance coverage offered. In addition, as with hurricane Katrina, insurance agencies are accused of defrauding their policyholders by reporting falsified inspections of properties and so depriving those policyholders of rightful payments."
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Understanding Terrorism, 2008.
An analysis of the failure of scholars to understand the causes of terrorism.
2,060 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 7 sources, APA, AU$ 83.95
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This paper discusses the causes of terrorism. It looks at the factors that influence terrorism and the studies that have been done in an attempt to understand terrorism and its causes. The paper argues that there is an apparent failure in understanding terrorism which is largely due to the inability of any theoretical concept to comprehensibly embody the wide range of factors involved in any terrorist act.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Identification of the Facts
The Process Leading to their Case
Evaluation
Usefullness of Assumptions
From the Paper
"From the perspective mentioned above, a relevant question thus springs to mind. What is in fact the real nature of the legitimacy of these violent acts? The answer is hard to grasp because the points of view on the matter are, as mentioned in the beginning, antagonistic. The terrorists' stands underline their own legitimate right to rebel against a system of rules and norms, whether it is the political one, such as in the case of the ideological terrorism, the nationalistic values oppressing a minority, as in the case with the Tamils in Sri Lanka, or the religious framework of the Muslim belief which conflicts with the Judaic and Western beliefs, as in the case with terrorism sponsored by Iran. Still, from the point of view of the authorities involved, which are the targets of all terrorist activities, all these are illegitimate causes and demand counteractive measures. These conflicts however have a single quantitative measure, the number of civilian casualties. It is from this perspective that most terrorist attacks are evaluated. Therefore, from the point of view of the victims, neither action is legitimate enough, despite cases in which there is a certain degree of popular support for one of the sides. This eventual outcome therefore underlines the basic dilemma concerning the way in which such acts can actually be labeled: terrorism or fight for freedom. Research has been conducted and will be the focus of many political and strategic analyses in the future; however, it is important to continue to develop on such issues for an eventual result to actually be achieved."
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Driver's License to Illegal Immigrants, 2008.
This paper discusses the controversial issue of issuing illegal immigrants with a legal driving license and looks at Senate Bill 1160.
7,563 words (approx. 30.3 pages), 20 sources, MLA, AU$ 214.95
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In this article, the writer notes that there are more than 2.2 undocumented illegal immigrant drivers in California. The writer points out that they rallied with law enforcers, insurance companies and the religious sector in support of Senate Bill 1160 or the Immigrant Responsibility and Security Act. The writer explains that signed into law, this bill would allow undocumented immigrants to apply for a driver's license. The bill, authored by Senator Gil Cedillo, would allow illegal immigrants to secure a license by presenting a valid passport or identification issued by the consulate of the immigrant's country of origin. The writer discusses the arguments for and against such a bill. The writer mentions the belief that the bill would increase public safety, enhance a sense of responsibility and citizenship, and intensify homeland security by requiring applicants to undergo a criminal background check by the FBI against the terrorism watch list. The writer also explains that, according to surveys, 66% of non-Hispanic whites opposed the bill. This group believed that the bill would condone and encourage the violation of federal immigration law and induce and facilitate the commission of more crimes.
Outline:
Background Information
Deal or No Deal?
A Driver's License and the National Security
Action and Inaction
32% of Them in California
A Majority of Non-White Population in 2010
More Arguments For and Against
ITIN Issue and Other Issues in Kansas
Group Lobbies for Immigrant Rights in Kansas
Driving Permit for Utah Immigrants
Related Bills
Confusing and Self-Serving
What California Residents Feel
Other Group Reactions to the Grant of Drivers' Licenses
Sensenbrenner's Concessions
Standardizing Drivers' Licenses
For Tighter Measures ...
Asking for Just a Little Bit
The Case of Wisconsin
DMV Workers' License Scam
Hazmat Licenses
National Driver's License Draws Criticisms
Should or Shouldn't Illegal Aliens Be Issued Drivers' Licenses?
Arguments in Favor of Granting Drivers' Licenses to Illegal Aliens
Arguments Against
Suggested Solutions
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"Cedillo claimed that he had an agreement with the Governor that the latter would help pass a new law with additional security features, but that there would be no identifying markers for illegal immigrants. The Governor denied making any agreement with Cedillo. Instead, he maintained that markers were necessary for homeland security and to prevent terrorists from using a license to open a back account or enroll in flight schools. The license bill supporters argued that banks and airlines already accept consular identification cards. Many law enforcement leaders also claimed that a driver's license would enable them to track down illegal immigrants and that this would tend to result in fewer uninsured drivers and hit-and-run accidents. Conservative Republicans, however, countered that illegal immigrants had violated the law and must, therefore, be punished for it, not rewarded. They had begun taking steps towards a constitutional amendment, which would prohibit the grant of driver's licenses to illegal residents. They also worked for support for this initiative from voters in the March 2006 elections. Likewise, they accused the Governor of double dealing by requiring a marker but trying to keep the sympathy of Latinos."
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Counterintelligence, 2008.
A discussion of how counterintelligence operations work to protect intelligence organizations, focusing on the use of the polygraph.
861 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 3 sources, APA, AU$ 39.95
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This paper examines ways of weeding out and preventing moles from infiltrating intelligence organizations, as well as determining the legitimacy of information received from foreign moles. The author discusses the CIA's technique of periodic investigation, blanket searches, character and behavior analysis, and the use of the polygraph. The author assesses the polygraph as being not infallible but nevertheless an excellent first-wave method of minimizing risk in recruitment and in intelligence breaches.
From the Paper
"Perhaps the most commonly used method of weeding out any potential security threats is to periodically investigate employees of intelligence agencies every few years, and to also conduct investigations at any time when their reliability comes into question. The expressed technique of the CIA is "to reinvestigate CIA employees every five years, whether they need it or not, as well as when questions arise about the individual's behavior." This, of course, relies upon both the use of the polygraph and general collection of information on the individual."
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The Origins of Al-Qaeda, 2008.
This paper discusses the ideology of Al-Qaeda and its leaders, Osama Bin Laden and Ayman Al-Zawahiri.
6,332 words (approx. 25.3 pages), 15 sources, MLA, AU$ 191.95
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The paper offers an introduction to the threat that Al-Qaeda poses to the world and outlines the background of Osama Bin-Laden, Ayman Al-Zawahiri and the fundamentalist movements that inspired them. The paper looks at the world view of the leaders of Al-Qaeda and the stages of Al-Qaeda's operations. Finally, the paper explores some options for dealing with the threat Al-Qaeda poses.
Outline:
Introduction
Osama Bin Laden and Ayman Al-Zawahiri History
Ideology: The Muslim Brotherhood
World View of Bin-Laden and Al-Zawahiri, Israel, the US and Infidels
Al-Qaeda Stages of Operation, The Arab World, The Third World and All the World
Conclusion
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"Al-Qaeda and its leaders, Osama Bin Laden and Ayman Al-Zawahiri are frequently popular world news subjects. The world seems to want to be constantly aware of the goings on of these people and their organization. There is no secret to the desired need for this information. As most people know Al-Qaeda is a significant and ongoing threat to the world, with regard to terrorist activities and continued fundamentalist extremism with regard to jihad, or what these extremists see as a holy war against the rest of the world, but mostly the Western world."
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Workers' Compensation Insurance Reform, 2008.
This paper discusses current reform of workers' compensation specifically brought about by Senate Bill 899.
1,844 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 7 sources, APA, AU$ 77.95
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This paper discusses current workers' compensation reform. The problem presented in this paper is that although reform measures like Senate Bill 899 have had a positive effect on workers' compensation, particularly to making it more efficient, it has had a substantial effect on the way workers' compensation is done. However, reform also means that the workers' compensation practitioner has to make internal adjustments. This paper first presents an overview of the specific changes created by Senate Bill 899 and, second, makes specific recommendations as to practice changes that the workers' compensation practitioner will have to abide by in order to continue to have a profitable and compliant workers' compensation practice. The paper focuses only on the changes created by Senate Bill 899 as they effect the attorney and practice of the plaintiff's side of workers' compensation.
Outline:
I. Introduction
A. Background
B. The Problem
C. Purpose
D. Scope
II. Overview of Senate Bill 899
III. Effects of Senate Bill 899
A. Procedural Changes
B. Financial Impact
C. Retraining Issues
D. Penalties for Noncompliance
IV. Conclusion
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"Senate Bill 899 was enacted as a means to attempt to save jobs, reduce the costs of carrying workers' compensation insurance for employers, and improve the overall care available for the injured workers. The law was passed by the legislature with overwhelming, bipartisan support and was signed into law on April 19, 2004 by Governor Schwarzenegger. In summary, the reforms provided by Senate Bill 899 focuses primarily on controlling the ever-escalating costs of medial treatment. At the time of the bill's passing, medical costs accounted for fifty-one percent of every dollar and indemnity benefit, which accounted for forty-nine percent of every workers' compensation dollar spent. These expenses had all significantly risen over a period of less than ten years. For example, in 1997 it was estimated that California employers paid a total of $3.4 billion dollars in indemnity costs. By 2003 this number was at an estimated $5.8 billion. In 1997 an estimated 2.6 billion in medical costs was paid, whereas by 2003 the number had increased to $6.1 billion. Finally, the total costs spent by all California employers on workers' compensation (indemnity, medical, etc.) was at an estimated $8.3 billion in 1997. By 2003 this number was at an estimated $26.7 Billion. It was this problematic trend that Senate Bill 899 was aimed at reversing, or at least controlling."
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