For people entangled in abusive domestic relationships, the result of pandemic restrictions has been increased danger and suffering. Isolation, restricted movement, financial stress and the constant presence of children all increase the risk of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV). The World Health Organization unequivocally states that IPV has risen worldwide since the pandemic began. In parts [...]
The Coronavirus landscape continues to present daily changes and challenges. Here is the five-second version of Colorado rules and guidelines, current as of August 4, 2020: Wear a face covering (nose and mouth) in public spaces. Stay at home as much as possible. Connect with friends and family virtually. Be diligent about hand washing. Avoid [...]
Well, maybe not an entire generation. But if you were blessed with one or more teenagers at your Thanksgiving table, you probably heard about the (apocalyptic!) changes YouTube is about to make due to the FTC’s recent $170,000,000 fine. Comments likely included: Does anyone at the FTC even Internet? Do they use cell phones? Paper [...]
Hate red light cameras? You’re not alone. In February of this year, Colorado’s legislature considered the fourth bill in a decade that would have repealed the rights of local jurisdictions to use automated vehicle identification systems, including red-light cameras. The bill’s sponsors argued the cameras erode civil liberties, do nothing to promote public safety, and [...]