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3 Ways To Get The Most Out Of Public Records

Published on September 30, 2020

Are you familiar with public records? Many people don’t fully realize or understand the power of public records and aren’t aware that anyone — even you — can access this type of information easily and online.

So what is a public record?

The Freedom of Information Act is the backbone of public records. This Act was signed into law by President Lyndon B Johnson on July 4th, 1966. According to the federal website:

“Since 1967, the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) has provided the public the right to request access to records from any federal agency. It is often described as the law that keeps citizens in the know about their government. Federal agencies are required to disclose any information requested under the FOIA unless it falls under one of nine exemptions that protect interests such as personal privacy, national security, and law enforcement.”

Although it was designed to provide greater transparency to government institutions, public records can be used by almost anyone who want to know more about the people in their lives. It can be a useful tool for keeping you and your loved ones safe.

To access public records from county, state, and federal databases, all you have to do is visit Instant Checkmate and enter someone’s first and last name, and the last place you think they lived. This service will then cross reference that information with millions of records, and deliver results in one easy-to-read report.

A public record report on someone might include information like:

Full names, aliases, and maiden names
Date of birth
Marriage and divorce records
Family and relative records and information
Criminal records
Arrest records
Traffic violations and misdemeanors
Property, vehicle, watercraft, and aircraft assets
Bankruptcy records
Financial liens
Business affiliations
Social media accounts
Past and current addresses and locations
Phone numbers
Email addresses
Possible photographs
And much more

So how can this information help you in every day life? There are limitless possibilities for using public records to help you stay safe and stay informed. Here are some of the ways public records can help you lead a better and safer life.

1. Screen Dates

In 2014, Navy Lieutenant Sean Banks was sentenced to 37 years to life in prison without parole for raping two women that he had met on ChristianMingle.com and Match.com respectively. “He has so much hatred toward women,” Judge Daniel Goldstein said when delivering the verdict. Banks showed no remorse for his actions.

Banks had met the women respectively on a dating app, and had attacked them both on the first date. Sean Banks had used online dating to find his victims and was described by the prosecution as a “very dangerous internet predator” who almost managed to get away with his crimes by using pseudo names on the dating sites.

“Sean Banks is an example of why it is very important for women to know who they are going out with,” the deputy district attorney who worked on the case said.

Unfortunately, there are hundreds of stories like this when it comes to online dating. One report from Vice in the UK stated that incidents of rape had skyrocketed by 400% due to online dating. While meeting someone online can be a fun way to meet people you wouldn’t usually connect with, it’s also a dangerous tool that is used by predators to find their victims.

If you meet someone online, enter their name into a public record search to find out more about them. If you can’t find their name in a public registry, it’s possible that you’re talking to a catfish. If you find someone’s information, but they have a long and disturbing rap sheet for violent crimes, stalking, or harassment, you’ll know that you shouldn’t meet up with this person face-to-face.

2. Screen Online Sellers

Recently a married couple in Colorado were murdered after they arranged to meet an online seller in person to buy a car. The parents of 5 saw a classified ad for a used vehicle and travelled to a strip mall carrying over $1000 dollars in cash to purchase what they thought was the deal of a lifetime.

Instead, the seller attempted to rob them at gunpoint and when the couple attempted to escape, he shot them both fatally.

Again, these stories are not uncommon in the news. For a criminal, placing an ad for an expensive item in Craigslist or LetGo is an easy way to bring a victim right into your hands. A criminal essentially asks someone to come carrying thousands of dollars in cash, and they can arrange to meet you in a sketchy location where you could easily be mugged.

Don’t believe everything you read. If a deal looks to be good true, think twice before meeting up. If you can get a name or phone number from a seller, you can easily look them up before you arrange to meet. Additionally, always organize to sell or buy goods from a designated safe zone. A safe zone is often outside a police station or precinct and is a safe place to buy or sell goods. A criminal is much less likely to want to meet up with you when you’re literally outside a police station.

3. Do Parental Due Diligence

The topic of sleepovers has become contraversial in recent years. Letting your child sleepover at someone else’s house rightfully has many parents on edge. If you don’t know your children’s friend’s parents, it’s not a good idea to let them have a sleepover.

Afterall, you have no idea what could happen. Someone in the house could be a dangerous predator, or just plain irresponsible. If you’re on the fence about a sleepover, running a quick background check on the parents is a smart move.

Do they have multiple DUI’s? Have they been charged with anything disturbing? Is their property located in a safe neighborhood or not?

When it comes to the safety of your children, nothing else is as important.

Even when your children are grown up, you can still use public records to keep them safe. Are they going to college or moving in with a friend? Make sure you background check any prospective roommates first. Likewise, is your adult daughter dating some sketchy? A background check might offer you the peace of mind you need — or the proof you’ll need to show her that this guy is bad news.

Why Access to Both Parents is Best for a Child

Published on June 20, 2020

Parenting

During the divorce or separation of the parents, children tend to suffer by being placed in the middle of arguments and animosity. Quite often parents will use their children as a tool to gain revenge over the other parent and restrict the other parents contact with the child.

Kabir Family Law have considered the impact on children of having contact with both parents and detail below the advantages of this on the children.

Children feel values when they maintain contact with both parents

When parents separate and children have access to both parents, the children are likely to benefit psychologically. Children appreciate that they are loved by both parents who want to be a part of their lives. This leads to children appreciating that their parents are making great efforts to jointly care for them despite their differences which lead them to separate. With the love and affection, a child receives from both parents they are more likely to be able to overcome the impact of their parents separating and are able to begin building a stable life. Children are emotionally better placed when in contact with both parents and are more likely to discuss their concerns and issues with the parents rather than suffering alone which could often lead to stress and cause children entering into bad habits.

Children can secure a better future by having contact with both parents

Where a child is restricted to having contact with one parent they are more likely to have behavioural issues, likely to run away and are more likely to engage in drug and alcohol abuse. Having contact with both parents can often be the solution to ensuring children secure their future and limit any behaviour which can damage them. When children are cared for by both parents following the separation, children will be required to spend time between two households. This will provide them with a sense of security.

This also means that children will be spending more time with parents rather than spending time alone which is often the cause of children going astray. Studies have confirmed that where a child has contact with both parents they are more likely to have a better relationship with both mother and the father which could lead to a stable life. Children with the benefit of having access to both parents are likely to achieve better results at school, are better placed psychologically and socially, less likely to smoke and abuse drugs and alcohol as well as being less likely to suffer from depression, anxiety and stress related illnesses.

Economic benefits having contact with both parents

It is a known fact that children who live with one parent without having the other parent in their life are likely to suffer financially and are more likely to enter into poverty. Having both parents in a child’s life can ensure a financially stable childhood knowing that both parents will be co-operating to meet the needs of the child. Children are likely to receive better education to prepare them for a brighter future ahead where both parents are able to financially support the child during their childhood years. Quite often these children are able to focus on their education in order to ensure they are able to secure successful careers.

Effective bonding with both parents can help nurture a child

Children benefit from spending time with each of their parents. Whilst constructing relationship with both parents a child will understand the importance of long standing trust and friendship. With the influence of both parents in their lives children are more likely to be able to adopt a stable social network of family and friends and are less likely to remain isolated which could affect their mental health and wellbeing.

Child contact with both parents can avoid parental alienation

Allowing your child access to both parents can eliminate the issue of parental alienation. It is known that a child has a right to have contact and access to both parents. By restricting contact, you are more likely to cause parental alienation which can have damaging psychological and emotional effects on your child and the absent parent. By promoting access, you are ensuring that your child is not deprived of their relationship with the other parent and can benefit from the life experiences of the non-resident parent. This will allow your child to gain a better understanding of their other parent and utilise their life experiences.

The law promotes shared parenting and access to both parents for a child

It is widely recognised that it is in a child’s best interest to have access to both parents. Shared parenting offers the following advantages to a child:

Increased physical health
Psychological wellbeing
Emotional support from both parents
Financial support from both parents; and
A strong sense of love and affection from both parents which leads to a stronger family unit.

Parents should therefore try and promote a child’s contact with the non resident parent. A child with access to only one parent can express their anger in subtle and direct ways. Such children are more anxious, depressed and withdrawn. Allowing a child with access to both parents reduces the sense of rejection and loss a child experiences when the parents separate. Allowing a child continued access to both parents often results in a positive atmosphere for the children which carries long terms benefits.

Above all shared parenting promotes both parents roles in the child’s life. A child simply needs both of their parents which is their right.

Is Kim and Kanye’s Marriage Ending?

Published on April 10, 2020April 12, 2020

Celebs

Kim and Kanye’s marriage is apparently on the verge of an end. The couple is one of the most popular ones in the entertainment industry. But apparently, Kanye has found it difficult to maintain his relationship. The source says it is all because of his two younger children. Kanye no longer loves them like before. He and Kim both always wanted to have a big family. He even said: “The richest thing that you can have is as many children as possible.”

Also read: Kardashian/Jenner Exes: Where are they now?

However, after Kim gave birth to their second baby, Saint, she had serious complications. The doctors had strictly forbidden her to go for another baby. Getting pregnant another time would be dangerous for Kim’s life. Because of that, the couple settled for surrogacy, and they had two more babies that way- Chicago West and Psalm West. The couple looked happy with their four children. But lately, Kanye’s newfound obsession with religion has made their lives difficult. He started believing that the two youngest children aren’t really his.

West decided that the whole process is unnatural. He even says the first two children are really his. Kim could not believe her ears when she heard that. He even said that she is not Chicago and Psalm’s real mother, which left Kim furious. Apparently, this is destroying their family. Even though Kardashian has put up with a lot from Kanye over the years, this time, she looks really frustrated. His behavior can start affecting the children’s future.

Teacher has a Trick to Control the Kids Washing their Hands to Prevent Spreading Coronavirus

Published on March 13, 2020

Health/People

With the coronavirus spreading so fast, children and the grownups must upgrade their hygiene. The most important thing is to wash the hands for about 20 seconds. However, children cannot understand this so well. One teacher came up with a great idea- she started putting a stamp on the kids’ hands that she usually uses for signing. If they wash their hands properly, the mark will disappear by the end of the day.

Best Ninja Turtle Toys 2020

Published on February 27, 2020February 29, 2020

Games

Since they first appeared in 1984, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have found their way into the hearts of adults and children all over the world. If your kid loves movies, cartoons, and comics, only the best Ninja Turtle toys will fit. Since they have been here for such a long time and became incredibly popular, there are plenty of options to choose from. We are here to help you narrow your choices down.

First, the toy must be age-appropriate. It is dangerous to give tiny components to small children. Toddlers under the age of 3 can easily swallow such parts. Because of that, most Ninja Turtle toys aren’t suitable for little kids, since they are mostly buildable cars and playsets. However, there are also plush toys that are great for toddlers.

Also, you should know your child’s preference. If you ask them which character is their favorite, they will, for sure, have a prepared answer. The turtle brothers have different personalities, so if a child had a beloved character, it would be more enjoyable.

1. Rubies Ninja Turtle Deluxe Raphael Costume

Rubies is a licensed manufacturer of Ninja Turtles costumes so that you can expect good quality. You can choose each of the four brothers. Our recommendation is Raphael costume. Parents say it is very well made and that the details are fantastic. The outfit is available in three sizes-small, medium, and large. It is a full-body costume that contains a molded mask, muscle chest, shell, and foam details. It is also a perfect Halloween costume.

2. Pillow Pets Nickelodeon, Leonardo

This pillow can be a fun plush toy by day and a comfortable pillow by night. You can get it featuring any of the brothers. When you use it for play, the belly is fastened so it can stand on its legs. Then, you unfasten it for the nighttime, and it becomes flat like a pillow. It is perfect for long trips. Besides, it is machine washable.

3. Ninja Turtles: Turtle Tank Vehicle

This toy is ideal for children aged four years and up. With this tank, your child can transport the brothers, jump into action, and bust villains.

4. Chair Desk With Storage Bin By Delta Children

This desk is perfect for children who love being creative. It is suitable for children aged 3 to 6 years.

5. Ninja Turtles Leonardo Action Figure

This Leonardo figure features an odachi sword, small dagger, a skateboard, and two throwing stars. It is perfect for children aged four and up.

6. Mega Bloks Ninja Turtles Donnie Turtle Racer

Let your child make the turtle race car with this set from Mega Bloks. It includes rubber wheels and a working launcher. Besides, the figures come with their masks, a baseball bat, and slashing weapons. It is suitable for children aged five and up.

7. Mega Bloks Ninja Turtles Half-Shell Heroes

With this set, your child can build the brothers’ home. The lair contains everything one ninja could need.

Do You Need Parenting Books in 2020?

Published on February 1, 2020

Parenting

Parenting. One of the hardest jobs that you’ll ever do. Most people can’t wait to become parents, while others become parents unexpectedly, either way, no one teaches you how to become a good parent. It’s something you learn from your own parental disposition or someone told you how to do a particular thing.

Now, some people may have a harder time doing certain tasks that are necessary for a parent to do, so they look for external help and particularly parenting books for a little extra push in the right direction. Parental books have been in the lives of parents for many years now; the entire parental guide industry revolves around helping people become good parents. It’s part of the perfectionist modernity of our time.

Many people have mixed feelings about parental books; others can’t get enough of them and they model their parenting style after the guidelines highlighted in the book. But to you new parents out there, do you really need parenting books or will you be fine without them? That’s the subject that we’ll be touching upon in this article.

Many shows on television, like The Balancing Act, touch upon the family dynamic and other areas of interest concerning parenting. The tips and pieces of advice that are mentioned in shows like this can also be found in parenting books and magazines. These tips and tricks are not meant to prove you’re raising your children incorrectly but to show you better ways of doing things that you find difficult. Parenting books are no different.

They come in a wide range of subject matters, some which may pertain to you or not, but it can’t hurt to find out what you can learn from these books. Though many parents and experts are apprehensive about the material’s validity, you may be able to find some key points that can help you improve in certain areas where your natural parental talent is lacking.

You can find the answer to many things you’re having trouble with within parenting books, whether it’d be how to properly integrate education at the age of reason, breastfeeding and nutrition tips for children, and many other areas that impact the life of your child in a positive manner. Everyone needs help in something, especially parenting because whether you choose to read parenting books or not, mistakes and difficulties will happen.

The Balancing Act often brings parenting experts onto the show who will touch on subjects that can really help new parents who are still finding that pep in their step when it comes down to parenting. New parents should use all of the mediums, including parental books, they can get their hands on in order to become better parents because it can make a significant difference in how your child will be raised as well as your relationship with your child.

Many people are excited to become parents or they wish they could form a family until the baby doesn’t stop crying. This could be for a number of things but love and patience are two aspects that should be consistent in your parenting. Without them, you won’t do things wholeheartedly, on the contrary, you will do it as a chore, and here is where mistakes are prone to happen.

If you pick up a parenting book and dedicate yourself to it before your pregnancy, you’ll be more prepared for the responsibility, or at least you’ll have an idea of what to do and expect, for the unexpected. Parental books don’t make you experts but it can get the wheels turning in the right direction when you do become pregnant or you give birth to your child.

Parental books are not just for women either, there are many books that are written specifically for soon-to-be fathers, and tips which can make them a better daddy. There are many areas where the subject touches upon, such as how to treat your spouse or partner during and after the pregnancy, how to properly treat your child and maintain patience when your child is being particularly fussy. The benefits you’ll obtain from parental books will make a more helpful parent and an efficient spouse or partner.

It’s the small things which make a significant difference in whether you’re parenting correctly or not; all soon-to-be-parents should be aware of the right and wrong ways of doing things before the baby arrives. Parental books and other sources are a good place to start the parenting journey. You should be well aware of the difficulties that come with having children and the effects it can have and you and your relationship with the person you’re having the baby with.

Men as much as women should read parenting books and get prepared as much as possible for the unexpected because that’s what you’ll experience when you finally bring the little guy or girl into the world.

Exceptional Organic Wooden Toys for the Adventurous and Safe Childhood

Published on November 18, 2019July 21, 2020

Parenting

How much do parents think of the safety of their offsprings’ games?

Well, this might be a rhetorical question, because safety is the key-value all parents. In today’s crazy world, this one of the things we should put our attention to. So in this article, we will talk about toys and the materials that are used. The things you should be aware of and also how can you buy safe toys of the finest quality.

How to Make the Right Choice for Your Baby in Favor of Organic Toy Items

Gaming activity is so naturals for kids that they turn into play almost anything. Alone or with friends, the imagination of a child needs to be released, and the right types of toys can help parents to guide the gaming experience in a good direction. That is why eco toys have won the leading positions in the top ratings of the safest toy items in the world. You could check out Ecotoki.com as a nice reference for a respected brand that has a selection of toys like this.

Wooden toys are in great demand since more and more parents, luckily, become eco-conscious. Still, in order to make a wise decision concerning children’s play, you would want to know more pluses of wooden toys.

Better durability

Our culture has difficulties with grasping the concept of long-lasting things. If something breaks, we are used to throwing it away immediately. However, this is not the way we are supposed to live, – with enduring toys that will serve your family for decades to come and be passed to younger generations, we have a great chance to reach a higher level of sustainability.

Zero toxicity

Everything, including the paint, covering surfaces, core materials, are completely non-toxic and will not jeopardize your little kid’s health in any way.

With these key features, you should really only get a top brand.

What Kinds of Popular Toys Are There on the Website?

Besides the total safety and eco-friendliness, quality toys will stand out with their fame. Children, who regularly watch cartoons about the Dinosaur Train, Wendy, Melissa, and Thomas the Train will easily love toys in that shape, of those characters. One popular toy is the Grimms trains, and also such a classic toy as the wooden designer car, have gained the reputation of the universal toy both for boys and girls.

Other well-known items include wooden dolls, building blocks, frames, colorful variations of a Brio train set or an alphabet cube, rocking horse, or even whole kitchen playsets with natural-looking food. Toys for toddlers are very important and you should try to find toys that are interesting for them, – for example, items like a wooden rainbow help them to develop fine motor skills and might serve as realia in learning shapes and colors.

However, the eco-friendly toys are not limited just for elementary level gaming activity: older kids could get fascinated by a big wooden playhouse or a real-like railway as suggested by mommiesbuy.com. Now, even teens could get interested in the interactive climbing equipment designed especially for the use inside the house.

10 Brilliant Ideas to Bond With Your Children

Published on July 10, 2019

Parenting

We spend most of our time grooming our children in a certain way. We teach them the behavior which we feel is acceptable in society. Even their tiny actions are monitored. If something is found undesirable than that trait is rooted out. This is primarily how we have grown up, and this is how we want our children to grow.

Some parents are high-maintenance while others are a bit easy going. Taking into account a child’s mentality, both these situations prove counter-productive. It falls on us to use a balanced approach. This way, they can grow up to be more caring and have a much deeper bond with their parents.

Here are 10 brilliant ideas to bond with your children.

1. Read A Book Together

Reading a book is a peaceful experience. Finding the time to share the eagerness of learning new stories is quite gratifying. You can ask your child about his or her views on the book’s subject matter. This will help your kids to communicate with you their thoughts. You can read the book in parts. Each time you will find them more excited than before.

2. Teach Them New Skills

A kid learns a lot from his or her parents. You can teach them basic skills like how to make a bed, press their clothes, and tie a knot. The trick is to make it a fun activity so that the children may not feel like it is a burden on them. This way they will feel more inclined to take part in such initiatives.

You can teach different DIY stuff for gadgets that will not only help in bonding but also come in handy. For example, making smartphone covers, DIY tablet stand are some of the activities which help you develop good bonding with your children. These activities also enhance team building skills. Visit www.lamicall.com for more ideas about tablet stands.

3. Take Them Out For Ice Cream

To bond with your children, it is prudent that you fulfill their wishes. Ice cream is one of the most favorite things of kids. So, take some time out of your schedule to take your little ones to an ice cream parlor.

4. Walk Or A Long Drive

It is extremely frustrating for the kids to stay at home all the time. They are at such a stage of their life when they are naturally curious about their surroundings. So, it is a good idea to take your kids out for a walk or a long drive. You can go to a park or a mart as long as your child is interested in it.

5. Play Physical Games

Children need to release their pent-up energy one way or another. They can either be in the form of a tantrum or physical activity. To control their impulses, it is better to play games with the children. Choose their favorite games even if you do not like it to make them realize their importance.

6. Make Forts And Castles

You can construct a fort with the help of children with sofa cushions and boxes. Little kids love this activity. This will add to the cool factor and make them think that you are one of them. If there is a beach nearby, you can make sand castles. It is a fun little way to share time, plus it promotes a team spirit.

7. Dance And Music

Children love listening to music. No matter what age they are, when the music starts playing, they get active. It is like a switch is turned on inside them. You can sing along with them or if the mood strikes, swing a little. You can also teach them some cool moves of your own. Moreover, it can break any ice, even if your kid is depressed. Mom and Dad can both join in and make it a family affair.

8. Special Dining

It will be a nice change to break away from your hectic routine once in a while. Waking up early in the morning and eating breakfast out in the park can be a good way to do so. You can also take your kids out for lunch or dinner at their favorite restaurant.

9. Teach Creativity

Painting and drawing are some basic creative projects; you can do with your kids. Children tend to procrastinate when it comes to hard labor. So, painting can be conceived by them as more of an entertaining exercise rather a work.

If you are willing to take it to another level than handicrafts are the way to go. However, keep in mind that it requires a fair amount of skill. Building anything complex can be tricky for a kid, so start with something small, like a doll or puppet.

10. Conversation

Last but not least, if you want to bond with your children, then have a conversation with them. You can sit on a bed and pull up a blanket or in a garden. Any place your youngster feels comfortable is ok. The point is to make them relaxed enough so that they let their guard down.

The topic of the discussion can be anything, ranging from school friends to their favorite show. Be mindful of the fact that you should allow them to go about it in their own sweet time. Forcing them into a chat will not prove productive. They should be given the impression that this is a safe place for them to speak their hearts.

Conclusion

A child is like clay; you can mold it into any shape you want. It is sensible to always take a calculated approach, as they are impressionable. You have to keep in mind that whatever you teach them today, they will pass it on to the next generation.

As children evolve with age, parents have to stay dynamic to connect with them. A little time together can prove very beneficial. Remember, for kids, it is the shared experience that matters. All the above guidelines will help in developing a strong bond between you and your children.

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