Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Assert the doctrine of laches. Claim the equitable defense of estoppel. Use the defense of “unclean hands. Claim that you are making “fair use” of the trademark.

Answer: Laches is a legal term that is similar to a statute of limitations, except that there is no specific statute. If you assert the defense of laches, you are saying that the trademark owner waited too long to assert his or her claim. There is no specific definition of how much time is “too long.” The strength of this defense will vary under different circumstances, in different communities, and based on different uses of the trademark itself. Estoppel is an affirmative defense that says the plaintiff may not succeed on its claim because of some action or inaction it has previously taken. For example, suppose you begin marketing some new product. The owner of a trademark sees your marketing campaign, knows about it, and recognizes that your campaign is impermissibly close to its own trademark. Nevertheless, the trademark owner says nothing. After a while, when your new product begins to catch on in the market and becomes popular, the trademark owner sends you a cease and desist letter. You can raise the defense of estoppel by saying that the owner's initial silence led you to continue marketing the product, so it should not now be able to stop you. Note that estoppel and laches are similar to each other. For an estoppel claim, however, there is no requirement that any amount of time must go by. Your defense with estoppel is that the trademark owner's action or inaction, no matter how long it occurs, prevents the claim. ” This is an old term in law that means may not win a case if the plaintiff is equally guilty of some wrongfulness (that is, if the plaintiff has “unclean hands”). For example, in trademark law, a plaintiff sues for a trademark violation, but if that plaintiff already is in violation of the law by appropriating someone else's trademark, the defendant may assert the defense of “unclean hands.” The plaintiff's bad action should prevent him from winning the case. The “fair use” doctrine allows some limited use of an established trademark for a purpose other than marketing or sales. For example, you may refer to the trademark in advertising, in scholarly writing, or in a parody. These would all be allowed under the “fair use” doctrine.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: Decide if teaching is right for you. Choose a subject. Decide on an age. Glean wisdom from your favorite teachers. Work or volunteer with children.

Answer: Before you jump into a degree program for teaching, think about the pros and cons and how your personality fits to the career. Do you enjoy working with children? Are you passionate about education? Do you feel you can maintain authority over a group of people? Are you patient? These are all questions to think about before beginning the pursuit to become a teacher.  Some other things to think about before becoming a teacher is the salary, job perks, and lifestyle of a teacher. Teachers usually make a mediocre salary with the average pay for the nation between $40k and $50k. If you are looking for a job with a high income, teaching probably isn't for you. Some school districts may pay more than others, but keep in mind you may not make over $60k,.  Also, it's good to think about the lifestyle of a teacher. A teacher works from early morning until the afternoon, but many teachers have to take their work home with them. They need to grade tests or papers, or create lesson plans for the coming week, so you'll likely be working more than just an 8 to 4 job. Also, many teachers are involved in their schools' extracurriculars. Some teachers lead organizations like National Honor Society or Student Council. Others help host events or work as coaches. This would require you to work even more hours, so be prepared to work longer hours than you may have planned. There are a wide range of subjects taught in schools, and each subject differs depending on the grade level. Before you pursue a teaching degree, think about the subject you want to teach. Are you interested in teaching advanced math like calculus or statistics? Do you have a passion for literature and writing? Are you really interested in government or history? Thinking about your own passions and what you would enjoy teaching is a good first step.  You probably want to teach something that you enjoy. Part of your role as a teacher is to help your students become more interested in or passionate about the information they are learning. If you are teaching a subject you have no interest in, it may be hard for your students to take interest in it as well. Keep in mind that some subjects are in higher demand. A middle school or high school math or science teacher will be in much higher demand than an English or social studies teacher in most areas. If you already have a certain school district or city in mind, explore the job openings to see where the demand is. As a teacher you can work with children anywhere from age 5 to age 18. Before you pursue a degree, think about the type of students you want to work with. Most education programs and certifications are geared towards a specific subject and age range. You'll have to decide generally if you want to work with little kids, middle schoolers, or high schoolers before you begin your teaching career.  Are you passionate about working with little kids and helping them learn to read, write, and do simple math? Do you enjoy having intellectual conversations with older students or are you excited about seeing students take what they have learned and apply it to the real world? There are many questions you must ask yourself before you become a teacher. If you feel working with older children is intimidating, then settling for elementary school might be the best path for you. If you want to work with students who have advanced skills, then you might think about working with high schoolers. Note that as you progress to older students, your knowledge of the subject you are teaching will probably need to advance as well. Teaching English to third graders will look a lot different than teaching English with seniors. You will likely need to be more knowledgeable in your subject area for higher grade levels, whereas a teacher in elementary school will need to have a well rounded knowledge of all subjects, but will probably not need to be a specialist in every subject. Think about the teachers you had in your life that made an impact on you. Try to set up a time to meet with them so you can ask them for advice. Learn about why they wanted to teach, what challenges teaching brings, if they think you would be a good fit, etc. You can meet with newer teachers and retired teachers so you have different perspectives. One of the best ways to know if teaching is right for you is by spending time with children. Volunteer to mentor a child through a local program, or get a job working at a day care, day camp, or babysitting. Spending time with children of different ages will give you the best idea if you should teach and what age group you should teach. There are several different organizations you can go through to volunteer with children. Communities in Schools allows you to mentor, read with, or tutor children from K through 12. Project Sunshine, Red Cross, and American Youth Literacy Foundation are some of the many organizations you can partner with to invest in a child's life.


Problem: Write an article based on this summary: See a doctor immediately if you experience symptoms. Get a blood glucose test. Submit to an A1C test. Have a ketone test done if necessary. Request routine testing.

Answer:
Your doctor will need to perform several tests to determine if you have diabetes. If you do, in fact, have diabetes or pre-diabetes, you will need to follow-up with regular treatment by following your doctor's instructions. The blood glucose test does exactly what it sounds like it does: it tests the amount of glucose (sugar) in your blood. This will be used to determine whether you have diabetes or are at risk of developing it. This test will done under one of three circumstances:  A fasting glucose blood test is done after you haven't had anything to eat for at least eight hours. If it is an emergency, your doctor will do a random blood glucose test regardless of whether you have eaten recently. A two-hour postprandial test is done two hours after eating a specific number of carbohydrates to test your body's ability to handle the sugar load. This test is usually done in a hospital so they can measure the number of carbs eaten before the test. An oral glucose tolerance test requires you to drink a high glucose fluid. They will test your blood and urine every 30-60 minutes to measure how well the body is able to tolerate the additional load. This test is not done if the doctor suspects type 1 diabetes. This blood test is also called the glycated hemoglobin test. It measures the amount of sugar attached to the body's hemoglobin molecules. This measurement gives the doctor a good indication of your average blood sugar measurements over the past 30 to 60 days. Ketone is found in the blood when an insulin shortage forces the body to break down fat for energy. It comes out through the urine, most often in patients with type 1 diabetes. Your doctor may recommend a blood or urine test for ketone:  If your blood sugar is higher than 240 mg/dL. During an illness such as pneumonia, stroke or heart attack. If you experience nausea and vomiting. During pregnancy. If you have diabetes or are at risk of developing it, it's important to monitor your health and blood sugar levels regularly. High blood sugar will cause damage to the microvascular (micro-blood vessels) in your organs. This damage can cause problems throughout the body. To monitor your overall health, get:  An annual eye exam Evaluation for diabetic neuropathy in the feet  Regular (at least annual) blood pressure monitoring Annual kidney testing Dental cleaning every 6 months Regular cholesterol testing Regular visits with your primary care doctor or endocrinologist