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Writing quality survey questions is not as easy as people think. Well-written survey questions gather the exact information you need without inciting biased or unclear perspectives within the question itself; a survey question must maintain a neutral stance at all times. Let’s analyze a potential survey question:

Question: Do you believe religious extremists should be prosecuted for their actions if they hurt another person while protesting?

Is that a good survey question? In my opinion it is a terrible survey question. I’ll explain why.

When we ask questions, they are structured largely based upon our environment – what we know and experience in life every day. This includes prejudices, pre-established perspectives, and our personal interpretation of the world at large. This is okay and actually makes daily communication much easier because the people we communicate with on a day-to-day basis more than likely share our immediate environment. They could be the neighbor who lives across the street or a fellow parent at the local high school football game and more than likely their perception of the world will be similar to ours. When we converse with them, those shared beliefs are communicated silently within the conversation, and the conveyance of ideas and opinions are much more easily shared. To put it another way, two wheat farmers based in the same county but who have never met could more than likely work together side by side all day long without much confusion in their communication. Now imagine a sea-hardened, leather-skinned Alaskan fisherman trying to carry on a general conversation with a green New York tax attorney. That would be an interesting conversation to hear, wouldn’t it? These examples are, of course, extreme, but they convey the point I’m trying to make. Unless you deliberately structure your sentences in a neutral manner that does not encourage pre-conceived perceptions, you’re going to have erroneous data for your survey.

Let’s look at the question again:

Do you believe religious extremists should be prosecuted for their actions if they hurt another person while protesting?

‘Religious extremists’ is an extremely poor description. For me, that description brings up images of terrorists, and that is an image that directly conflicts with two other words in the sentence: prosecuted and protests. I don’t associate terrorists with prosecution or legal, law-abiding action of any sort. Nor do I associate terrorists with any sort of organized protest. The description of ‘religious extremists’ convolutes the entire question and, in my opinion, would confuse the person taking the survey and most likely yield useless data.

‘Hurt another person while protesting’. This description is also confusing. How did they hurt this person? Was it an accidental hot-coffee spill that burned someone’s arm? Did the protester shoot someone? Or maybe the protester assaulted an employee who was simply walking by on her way to work? ‘Hurt another person while protesting’ is simply too vague to be within a survey question. It should clearly describe how the individual was hurt.

Here is a much more precise survey question that could be accurately answered by the New York attorney, the Alaskan fisherman, or the wheat farmers:

Do you believe a pro-life activist should be criminally prosecuted for shooting a pregnant woman while she was attempting to visit an abortion clinic during a public protest?

Although that survey question would invoke an emotional response from anyone who reads it, it still maintains a neutral stance within its description. This allows the reader to give their response based on a clear, unbiased perspective.

Formulating survey questions is a much tougher task than most people realize. The questions must maintain a neutral stance or they will taint the data being collected and render the survey useless. You should take great care when writing survey questions and have at least several stages of proofreading before the questions are finalized.

1. What is White Collar Crime?

White Collar Crimes include: Antitrust Violations, Bank Fraud, Bankruptcy Fraud, Bribery, Computer/Internet Fraud, Credit Card Fraud, Counterfeiting, Economic Espionage, Embezzlement, Extortion, Forgery, Insurance Fraud, Money Laundering, Securities Fraud, and Tax Evasion. These are generally non-violent acts that involve some type of deception, most often committed by those in business or public office.

2. Can only businessmen be charged with white-collar crimes?

The early definition of white-collar crime focused on the status of the offenders when it identified them as professionals or businessmen. However, the current definition of white-collar crime focuses on the actions committed and not on the vocation of the offender. White-collar crime is using illegal acts involving deceit to obtain property or services or to gain a business or professional advantage. Drug dealers have been charged with the “white collar crime” of mail fraud when they have delivered controlled substances through the mail. A printer was convicted of securities fraud when he used information he obtained in the course of printing corporate documents to gain an advantage in the stock market.

The RICO Act is generally thought of as a white-collar crime prevention statute. It punishes anyone who engages in a pattern of racketeering to generate income to buy a business or to conduct a business. The pattern of racketeering refers to at least two criminal acts listed in the statute that have a relationship to each other and occur within ten years of each other. Originally passed to control organized crime, RICO has been applied to drug dealers, and other non-organized crime defendants.

3. What are the penalties associated for a white collar crime?

The penalties for white-collar crimes vary. Most of the laws authorize a monetary fine, a prison sentence, or a combination of the two. The criminal laws authorize maximum penalties, which are often quite severe. For example, the maximum possible sentence for credit card fraud is a prison sentence of twenty-five years, and a fine of $250,000. In addition, the court may order forfeiture of anything gained as a result of the fraud.

The maximum penalties are seldom imposed. Most defendants receive a lesser sentence that may, depending on the jurisdiction, be calculated according to sentencing guidelines. These guidelines are meant to ensure that criminal sentences are uniform, so the sentencing judge is often given very little discretion on the sentence imposed. The guidelines take into account the crime for which the defendant has been convicted, and any prior criminal record of the defendant. In some cases, the court may consider factors that will allow it to depart, or impose a sentence different, from the sentence required by the guidelines.

Defendants without a significant criminal record may be sentenced to probation, a suspended jail sentence, or a jail sentence far shorter than the maximum. They may have fines levied against them, and may be required to forfeit any profits, and pay restitution to their victims.

An experienced criminal defense attorney is best able to advise you regarding the likely sentence in a particular case.

The information you obtain from this article is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for individual advice regarding your own situation.

By, Jones & Ryan

Dealing with the IRS and related tax problems can be anyone’s worst nightmare. Once the IRS has begun to go after you, it can seem that they won’t stop even after you think they have gotten what they want. The tax lawyers of Jones & Ryan have been working since 1995 to solve such nightmares. Grey W. Jones, Esq. and Cheryl L. Ryan, Esq. are tax attorneys with extensive knowledge in tax law and today want to answer some of your common tax questions for free. Below you will find four answers to common tax and IRS related questions. If you wish to find more in-depth answers and get more tax help our website offers an extensive frequently asked tax questions section that we are constantly updating, as well as, a simple tax help questionnaire to start a free initial consultation with our tax lawyers.

Why did the IRS file a tax lien against me?

A tax lien, usually filed with your county recorder, serves as notice to those who may loan you money (home or car loan, bank loan, credit card advances, etc.) that once the lien is filed, the IRS’ claim against you for taxes will come before those of anyone loaning you money after the filing. With certain exceptions it attaches to all property, real and personal, tangible and intangible, in which you have an interest, wherever the property may be located. A lien does not result in the actual seizure of any property, real estate or other forms. Further, before the IRS can file a lien against your property, it should give you 30-day notification that it intends to do so. This may give you time to make a payment or other arrangements.

Can the IRS levy on my house? On my wages? On my bank accounts? What about retirement funds?

A levy usually means the property is actually seized by the IRS. In the case of real estate, it means the IRS can force a sale of the property and keep the proceeds up to the amount of taxes, penalties and interest owed. A certain portion of wages and commissions are exempt from levy; the amount depends on a number of factors, including the number of dependents. All forms of bank accounts—savings, checking and CDs—are subject to a levy in full. In order to catch subsequent deposits, the IRS must serve a new levy on the bank. Once wages are levied upon, the same levy reaches all subsequent wages, commissions, bonuses, etc. No forms of retirement funds are exempt from levy, including social security payments and other forms of government pensions. However, unemployment and workers’ compensation benefits are exempt from levy, as are SSI and some forms of public assistance. A small amount of household and personal effects, and tolls and equipment used in the taxpayer’s trade or business, are exempt from levy.

The IRS is garnishing my wages. How can I stop them?

The IRS will garnish your wages after proper notice. All the IRS wants is payment or a good reason why you can’t pay. This is when you can negotiate a payment plan or an Offer in Compromise or convince the agency you are worthy of uncollectible status. It is imperative after you receive a notice of “Intent to Levy” that you deal with it immediately. Intents to Levy are time-sensitive and if you miss your deadline to reply, i.e. make payment arrangements, your employer will be made aware of the situation and your wages may be garnished. If you’re not sure how to go about this, consult a qualified tax attorney to assist you.

When is the right time to consult an attorney?

There are various reasons you would need to consult an attorney such as: fraud investigation, a long audit or one that involves legal issues, inadequate books/records, not filing returns for a number of years, if you don’t actually owe taxes, if the statute of limitations has run out or if you would feel more comfortable dealing with the IRS through an attorney. Whatever the reason, don’t hesitate to contact an experienced tax attorney to help you through your foray into the wide world of IRS red tape. Many law firms including Jones & Ryan offer free initial consultations to better understand your situation and decide how they can help.

The Jones and Ryan Tax Attorney website offers an extensive frequently asked tax questions and answers page. You will also find free tax articles as well as information about our lawyers, firm, initial free consultation, and how to get in contact with us.

What charecteristics should I look for in a good paralegal? I’m filing chapter 7 and I need a good paralegal.
I live in the Los Angeles area. Does anyone out there know of a good paralegal specializing in bankruptcies who could help me out? I’m not sure why you would want a paralegal. A paralegal is technically an attorney’s.

What decisions must an in-house attorney make after their company is sued, but before a trial team is hired?
I want to know as much as possible about initial lawsuit decision making within corporations. What are the basic obligations of an in-house corporate ligation attorney? How do they assess the risks associated with a given lawsuit prior to discovery?.

What do you do when a lawyer dumps you for questioning the bill?
My divorce was final Sept last year. The bill came in the mail. Next came a letter from the state attorney general stating the division of property order was rejected because my lawyer used the wrong form. I sent a letter objecting to the invoice to.

What does ‘pursuant to’ mean?
In reference to a paragraph in a contract written by an attorney addressing how real estate commissions were to be paid, the attorney said the commission shall be paid by the Seller on the first $13,250,000.00 of the Purchase Price pursuant to a separate agreement with the Seller. ??djective 1. proceeding after; following (usually.

What does the grant letter of administration means?
Its what my attorney wants from me,its something to do with my uncle’s will,he passed away and in order for me to get his will,his attorney needs some documents from me and so he told me that i need to get a grant letter of administration or something about The Administration.

What happens at a disposition hearing in a criminal case?
you mean deposition? This is when either the prosecutor or defense attorney asks a witness or the person charged questions about what happened. Everything said is on record and is used as evidence in the case. – Dispostion is usually used in civil matters/child protection courts. This is.

What happens if your ill parent will not sign the Power of Attorney form?
Unfortunately, my mum is showing strong signs of dementia. In order to provide for her future, we were hoping that she would sign the enduring power of attorney form. As she lives on her own, we are worried that she will find it difficult to.

What happens when someone refuses to comply with a subpoena?
What are the normal consequences? (.if there are any) If the subpoena is signed by an attorney only, a motion will be made for an order to compel. You will be ordered to comply with the subpoena and likely to pay the costs of making the motion as well..

What if someone shoots at a burglar in their house, but the bullet goes thru the wall and kills the neighbor?
Are they liable? Not to sound like an attorney, but the answer does depend on the intent and motives of the shooter. In most states, a homeowner has a duty to retreat even before he can use deadly.

What if the harasser is an attorney in a law firm?
my daughter works in a law firm and get harrassed everyday by this one attorney.yesterday he held a file in his hands while insisting that something was missing out of it but refused to let her see the file to review before she could answer him. he just.

What is a binding arbitration?
My daughter was in a car accident almost 2 years ago, she was a passenger in her friends car. The person who hit them was found at fault however for him it was a fatal accident. My daughter just received a letter from her attorney advising the man’s insurance co. would like to hold.

What is a medical agent? and what are legal aspects of appointing a medical agent?
To make medical decisions and sign consent forms when you cannot do so for yourself. A ‘medical power of attorney’ if you will. The person that acts on your behalf – your husband, children, siblings – should not be a professional who is.

What is a Power of Attorney?
A power of attorney is a document that evidences the creation of a relationship between two people who are designated as the ‘principal’ and the ‘agent’. The principal designates the agent in the document, and the agent is authorized to act on the principal’s behalf–to stand in the shoes of the principal–for.

What is an executor of an estate?
While an executor is responsible for ensuring the clauses in the decedent’s will are carried out, they are also responsible for ensuring that the estate is properly handled and settled with respect to taxes and required filings. Generally, an executor will hire an attorney to assist him or her (referred to.

What is Power of Attorney?
we live in tennessee and my girlfriend and i are in a same sex relationship. we are raising a child together who is one month old now. what rights if any would i have regarding the child if she was to give me general power of attorney? the bioloigical father of the child has.

What is the average hourly fee for an attorney in Los Angeles?
Is $520/hr high for a wrongful termination case? Where can I find this information online? It doesn’t matter where you are $520 is way high. Senior VP for a major company charged with securities fraud well that would be about right. A divorce with say 50 million.

What is the difference between a general power of attorney and special power of attorney?
A general power of attorney means you can pretty much sign for the other person for anything. A specific power of attorney limits that power to specific issues, such as for a real-estate purchase or medical decisions. – A general power attorney gives.

What is the difference between a lawyer and an attorney?
There is no difference. Some people just prefer one name over the other. – No difference: regardless of what you call them, they’re cretins that contribute nothing worthwhile to our society. -RKO- 04/17/07 – Those are just two names for the same thing. – Well they are the.

What is the difference between ethics and morals?
Ethics are connected to a set of legal principals. Whereas morals are tied to social laws and concepts. Example: An attorney can be sanctioned for ethical lapses. A person with a morals does not behave in such a manner. – Ethics is near London, dont know where Morals is. -.

What is the Miranda admonishment?
The Miranda warning includes the following rights: 1. The right to remain silent; (anything the suspect says can be used against him/her; 2. The right to an attorney and to have the attorney present during questioning; 3. The right to appointed counsel if cannot afford an attorney; and 4. With that understanding of.

What is the most effective way to get an attorney to represent a plaintiff ‘pro bono’?
i am not trying to be flippant to your answer, since i hear this question so many times over. pro bono work is available in death penalty cases and some high profile civil rights violations. so to answer your question, there simply.

What is the procedure of defensive asylum in sixth circuit?
after taken fingerprints what next? http://www.usdoj.gov/eoir/efoia/newudms/.attorney http://www.berdklauss.com/?page_id=14. – Do NOT go to court without an attorney!! Your chance of receiving asylum without an attorney is about 1 in 40. Send me an email: mtp@mail.utexas.edu . I am a law student and have represented.

What is the proper procedure in securing an attorney for slaunder issues?
names and contact numbers for reference We can’t answer this unless we know where you are. In my state, you can call the state bar office for referrals. – Slander is a hard thing to prove in court. Make sure you have your proof before you start..

What is the statute of limitations for a felony in utah?
Depends on the felony. Why? What did you do? – Yeah.Why? What are you planning to do? – http://www.justice.state.ut.us/.attorney – This is a question that is best put before an attorney. I would suggest contacting a criminal attorney in your area and asking him/her..

What is the web site i can print free legal forms?
i need to print a child support contempt form http://www.legalzoom.com/attorney Reviews of ‘e-lawyering’ sites: http://online-legal-forms-review.toptenr. – there is no such site. you can preview forms for free, but all cost money. have your attorney do the form to ensure it is filled.

What kind of a lawsuit can a person bring against the DA or The court for an injustice case?
Charging someone for a crime under penal code P.C. 290 because the district attorney mentioned ‘Well he thought of it’ What kind of a lawsuit can this person bring up against the district attorney’s office, and also against that court.

What kind of lawyer do I need to evict a tenant?
I need to hire a lawyer to evict a tenant for non payemnt of rent. What kind of lawyer do I need? Do I need a real estate lawyer? what’s the average fee to process the case? Thanks There is a specialized attorney that specializes in this type.

What must be included in an opening statement for a trial?
I have to write an opening statement for a mock trial. I was wondering what I have to include in it. What are the general requirements for all opening statements? I’m a defense attorney. 1. Opening short statement of case theme. (‘This is a case about ____________ (greed,.

What should i do? while having my tubes untied the nurse stuck herself and bled inside me. can i sue?
they tested us both for diseases during my surgery but what if something shows up later? How do you know this? Did the nurse admit it? Sounds to me like you need to talk to a LOCAL malpractice attorney.

What type of attorney do I need to file a discrimination lawsuit against a reputable food restaurant?
Upon waiting for my order at a well known fast food restaurant, an employee referred to me a racist word in spanish not knowing I spoke and understood the language. I was devastated to know that he was a manager and used.

What type of lawyer should I seek if I want to dispute charges from my previous landlord?
My previous landlord is trying to collect on ‘property damages’ that are exceedingly outrageous. What type of attorney should I seek in order to challenge these charges? Dear Friend, I can understand your problem. I will suggest you to take help from.

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