“The aims of sentencing are now considered to be retribution, deterrence and protection, and modern sentencing policy reflects a combination of several or all of these aims. The retributive element is intended to show a public revulsion of the offence and to punish the offender for his wrong conduct. Deterrent sentences are aimed at deterring [...]
With the world of work ever-evolving, platforms like Zoom have taken the professional world by storm. Even in a post-pandemic world, Zoom and similar video conferencing systems will remain prevalent. According to several sources, as many as 65% of companies and organizations will continue to operate at least partially remote, meaning the necessity for video [...]
With the Omicron variant running rampant, travel is once again affected. Here’s what to expect and be aware of if you intend to visit some of these top Caribbean destinations. Aruba: This tiny island is best known for its white sand beaches and near-perfect weather. It features the beauty of the Fofoti trees and [...]
Remote work is here to stay. Whatever becomes of the COVID-19 pandemic, one thing is clear: many professions can operate in a hybrid or solely remote environment. The options for remote work are seemingly limitless, with many small countries and US cities offering incentives to entice remote workers to come live, long-term vacation, or [...]
The call to recycle and conserve energy is not a new phenomenon. Being encouraged to recycle newspapers, glass bottles and soda cans in an effort to keep the earth cleaner should start in childhood. However, with an ever-increasing global population with a high demand for goods and services, large corporations find themselves attempting to [...]
Taking Career Risks Risk is always a scary word. We go to great lengths to avoid risk, instead opting to take the path of least resistance and the safer option. But what if, instead of fearing risk, you leaned into risk? What if you rewired your thinking to see career risks as potential career [...]
Freelance work isn’t new but it has evolved and grown over the past several years. Pair that with the revolution of remote work and it’s never been a better time to consider freelancing to make extra money or even as your main source of income. When it comes to legal freelancing, there are a [...]
When interviewing for a new position, candidates often struggle to answer what many say is the toughest and trickiest question posed by the interviewer: “what is your greatest weakness?” While that may be an anxiety-inducing inquiry for many, the more important way to stand out is confidently explaining your career achievements and accomplishments. There [...]
We’ve all received that e-mail: an African prince gifting you millions of dollars because he discovered you’re a long-lost relative. But there is a catch. For you to receive the gift, you would have to wire a small percentage to an account so that the “prince” can release the money to you. Does this [...]
As someone who has been practicing law for quite a number of years, I can say that over time I lost the enthusiasm I entered the profession with. The question I began considering is, how do lawyers get inspired? Can the average, hard-working lawyer who isn’t partner in some prestigious firm or the lead in [...]
