Stephanie Murguia
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In life, it doesn't always matter what the crowd thinks, as long as you're groovin' to your own tune.
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Staying Safe During a Protest
With protests happening across the country and even around the world, it's important to stay informed and make sure you are prepared and staying safe. Most of the protests have remained peaceful, however, the police has used rubber bullets, tear gas, and taken other actions against protesters not involved in looting or violent incidents. Some protesters were seriously injured, one man in Buffalo, NY is now suffering from a TBI after being pushed to the ground by police officers. Other protesters who say were there in peace, have now filed lawsuits against cities like Dallas, and Portland, because they suffered serious injuries and say did not take part in aggressive behavior.
By Stephanie Murguia6 years ago in The Swamp
Could Nursing Home Abuse Spike During COVID-19?
Nursing home abuse is a growing problem in the United States and during a pandemic where contact with elders has become limited, we could see a spike in elder abuse across the country. According to U.S. statistics, at least 5 million elders are abused each year, most cases involving physical abuse. At the beginning of the spread of COVID-19 older people were considered the most vulnerable type of person to contract the virus, therefore, the first steps were to stay far from people who were older than 64. This meant family members couldn't visit them if they lived in an assisted living community.
By Stephanie Murguia6 years ago in Longevity
Las Vegas Party Scene DO's and Don'ts
The Las Vegas strip is notoriously known for being the land of the wild and letting go of all responsibilities. It’s famously labeled sin city, but in reality, what you do in Las Vegas doesn’t always stay in the city. Before getting on the plane, here are ten dos and ten don’ts to follow and remember as you wander into madness.
By Stephanie Murguia6 years ago in Wander
New California Child Sex Assault Law
A new California law going into effect this year is extending the statute of limitations for childhood sexual assault lawsuits. The new law will give childhood assault survivors more time to file a lawsuit for the abuse, increase the amount of damages for some cases, and give victims who have lost cases due to the statute of limitations another chance.
By Stephanie Murguia6 years ago in Criminal
4 Steps to Take After Witnessing Discrimination at Work
Workplace discrimination is more common than we think, even if you aren't the one who is facing direct discrimination in the workplace, it's important to know what to do and who to turn to when you witness any type of discrimination. Often times, there are clear signs that a co-worker could be facing blatant discrimination in the workplace, but it can be hard to take action if you are unsure what to do. Below are a few steps you can take, according to discrimination attorneys and legal experts in California.
By Stephanie Murguia7 years ago in Journal
Vacation Safety Checklist
Whether you're traveling within the United States or leaving the country, it's always a safe bet to have a safety checklist for unexpected events. This can include, an injury, car accident, etc. It's always a safe bet to have a list to reference back to in case of an emergency. From my experience, this simple list will help you be better equipped and ready to vacation without worries.
By Stephanie Murguia7 years ago in Wander
What Shows Up on a Background Check?
Background checks are a common practice when you are applying for a job or housing, but have you wondered what it actually looks like and what information may affect you? Legally, every time your background is checked you have the option of asking for a copy and you can do this for free. However, if you feel like you want to check what your life summary may look like, this is what you can expect to show up.
By Stephanie Murguia7 years ago in Journal
Uber's Impact on Drunk Drivers: Have We Seen Improvements?
Uber went live back in 2010 in San Francisco and in eight years, it has exploded into a multi-billion dollar company serving in several countries including Mexico, France, Taiwan and more. The app has undoubtedly made it easier and more accessible to find a ride home, which one would think is making a difference in drunk accident deaths. On its website, the company claims that “services like Uber are helping curb drunk driving.” Despite the company being available across the United States, statistics show that fatal drunk driving accidents in this country have not significantly decreased.
By Stephanie Murguia7 years ago in Wheel
Does TV News Have Psychological Effects?
We live in a world where news is constant and you don’t need to be in front of a screen to stay informed on world events. While this is a great way of keeping everyone informed, you may find yourself feeling down in the dumps when all you hear are bad news. The past few years have hard-hitting with countless mass shootings, natural disasters, domestic terrorism, outdated changes to women’s health and much more. I think the reason why these news stories are affecting people’s well-being, is that they hit close to home more than ever.
By Stephanie Murguia7 years ago in Psyche
#MeToo Moves Forward but Why Do We Still Support Chris Brown?
The #MeToo movement has made some major moves in the way the world looks at sexual assault, and for the most part, things seem to be moving forward, however, the music industry has turned a blind eye to certain artists' past discrepancies, while we're all distracted with Hollywood. Since I’ve been alive, music has had a long history of objectifying women and using sexuality to sell records. Now with the #MeToo movement, it seems as if we are beginning to hold the powerful accountable for their actions, and calling people out, but that is not always the case. Male artists who have been caught and convicted of assault against women remain at the top of the charts and unscathed by a movement that has shaken the country.
By Stephanie Murguia7 years ago in Viva
