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The Castle Law

No comments December 2nd, 2009

The Castle Law is one of the most interesting Self-Defense laws that exists in the United States but is largely derived from the English Common Law. The original Book 4, Chapter 16 of William Blackstone’s Commentaries on the Laws of England states that a man has the right to protect his house (also called his castle) and there is no possible way to lawfully enter the house, except for cases when it is needed for Public Safety (for example during a lawsuit). Americas Castle Doctrine version labeled as Law or a Defense of Habitation Law, goes a bit further, it designates one’s Read more

History of Cheerios

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The history of cheerios is unique in many ways. Perhaps cheerios is the only cereal in the world that has gained unprecedented popularity even after initial controversy over the brand name. A very few people actually know that it was launched with a different name called Cheeri Oats (because it is an oat-based, ready-to-eat cold cereal) and cheerios is its changed name due to its brand name controversy. The madness for cheerios as a cereal cannot only be seen in children but even adults find it too irresistible. That makes it one of the first ready to eat cereals amongst millions of Read more

The Powers of Joining Forces

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I often say that ‘old school’ business strategy is to stake your claim and then spend the next 40 years going to war with anyone who looks like they might get near your ‘turf’. If you live in a community with a lot of business owners who’ve had their businesses for 15+ years, don’t be surprised if you feel they’re ready to attack you with a pitchfork. Sadly, too many people continue to feel that they need to be isolated and prepared for battle to build their business. The better way of building your business is joining forces with other smart, Read more