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Oakley Forsake Women's Active Fashion Sunglasses
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Image by jajacks62 Co. C, G, 34th IA. Infantry Buried in Lincoln Cemetery, Lebo, Coffey Co., KS. Died: Sept. 18, 1900 Peter Oakley Dead. After an illness of several months at the home of N. S. Fewqua, Peter Oakley quietly passed away, Sept. 18, 1900. Peter Oakley was born near Troy, New York July 18, 1811, and had lived to the ripe age of 89 years and 2 months, Nov. 4, 1838 he was married to Miss Hepsibah Paddock. To them were born 5 children all of whom together with his wife and 2 adopted children have preceded him to the Great beyond. He was one of those very quiet, strictly honest men and tenaciously clung to the golden rule as the guide of his life in all things. He was a soldier from the beginning to the end of the civil war and while at Arkansas Post was left on the field for dead. His funeral services were conducted by the writer at the M. E. church. Sermon from Ecch. 12:13, 14. The remains were entered in Lincoln cemetery.
James DONALDSON Gaoler of Addington and wife Mary Ann, matron of Addington Gaol 
Image by SandyEm Fallen headstone due to September 4th earthquake damage probably belongs to: Mary Ann DONALDSON Died 20 April 1908 aged 68 years Occupation: domestic of Division Street Born: England [information from cemetery online database and listed as in same plot as below] In loving remembrance of James DONALDSON who departd this life June 10th 1904 aged 77 years "Thou shalt come to thy grave in a full age, Like as a shock of corn cometh in, in his season" "I leave the world without a year, Save for the friends i held so dear To heal their sorrows Lord descend, And to the friendless prove a friend." Erected by his loving wife [Occupation : ex Gaoler* Place of birth: Ireland] Evening Post, Volume LXVII, Issue 141, 15 June 1904, Page 5 Another veteran has passed away in the person of Mr. James Donaldson, whose funeral took place yesterday from his late residence, Milton Street, Spreydon, Canterbury. Tho deceased was born in County Down, Ireland, and at the age of 18 enlisted in the 37th Regiment of Foot. In August, 1849, he arrived in Ceylon, and shortly afterwards his regiment was ordered to India, where he served through the Indian Mutiny. Arriving in Wellington in 1860, he joined the police force, and in tlio same year was appointed to a position at the Wellington Gaol. In January, 1883, he. was appointed Gaoler at Addington Prison, retiring in consequence of the gaol being closed in 1889[10] Possibly their marriage: Evening Post, 19 March 1877, Page 2 Marriage Donaldson - Knowles. - On 17th March, at St. Peter's Church, Wellington, by the Venerable Archdeacon Stock, James, second son of the late Thomas Donaldson, County Down, Ireland, to Mary Ann, eldest daughter of the late Samuel Knowles, Kent, England. [Napier papers please copy.] [11] Timaru Herald, Volume XXXIV, Issue 1981, 27 January 1881, Page 8 The Execution of Tuhi. —ln the Gazelle of January 6th is published the "Certificate of Execution" of Tuhi, the murderer of Miss Dobie. Dr Gillon, M.B.,C.M. the medical officer in attendance at the execution, declares that "Tuhi was hanged by the neck until his body was dead."—Alex. S. Beid (sheriff), Micaiah Reid (gaoler), James Donaldson (turnkey), K. B. Shearman (J.P.), and J. Chantry Harris, J. Oakley Browne, George Humphries, Henry Anderson, William Blood, E. H. Goldsmith, G. Williams Ewart, and W. A. Sandilands, the last eight named being described as " other spectators " also testified that " Tuhi was hanged by the neck until his body was dead." We are rather curious to know how tho "other spectators" —the majority of whom were reporters — knew whether Tuhi's body was alive or dead.[7] West Coast Times , Issue 4273, 3 January 1883, Page 2 THE NEW HOKITIKA GAOLER. Wellington, January 2. It is understood that the vacant Governorship of the Hokitika Gaol, is about to be conferred on Mr James Donaldson, the senior warder of the Wellington Gaol. Mr Donaldson is senior of all the prison warders in the colony, and the promotion is made in accordance with the new system enforced by Captain Hume, under which a regular method of promotion will be carried on from the lowest to highest positions. The appointment of Mr Donaldson will thus involve a regular chain of promotion throughout all ranks. [4] Grey River Argus, Volume XXVII, Issue 4544, 17 March 1883, Page 2 GAOL APPOINTMENTS. The following gaol appointments are gazetted : — George B. Weston to be gaoler at Auckland, -vice M. M. Cleary transferred to Hokitika ; Mathew M. Cleary to be gaoler at Hokitika, vice James Donaldson transfered to Addington; Jas. Donaldson to be gaoler at Addington vice G. S. Weston transferred to Auckland ; Mrs Donaldson to be matron at Addington vice Mrs Weston resigned ; Mrs Ryan to be matron at Hokitika, vice Mrs Donaldson, transferred to Addington.[2] CHRISTCHURCH Tuesday. Mr Donaldson, chief. gaoler at Addington, complained in the R.M. Court to day of the difficulties the gaol authorities had in dealing with persons who were committed to gaol when suffering from lunacy caused by drink. He said that he had at present five such cases in which the men concerned were raving mad, and in fact the gaol was transformed into a regular bedlam, and the enforcement of proper discipline with the present staff was most prevented. Mr Beetham, - R.M. advised Mr Donaldson to telegraph to the Government for more assistance. [6] [headstone transcription continued] Also James Thomas [of 127 Montreal Street, Grocer and born Wellington*] Son of the above and beloved husband of Sarah DONALDSON who died August 31st 1921 aged 52 years Star , Issue 9646, 13 September 1909, Page 3 Judgment for Plaintiff. — The Atlas Confectionery Co. (Mr Rowe) obtained judgment for £2 14s against James Thomas Donaldson, for goods supplied. [1] Star , Issue 5633, 1 June 1886, Page 2 MCRAE-DONALDSON May 19th 1886 - by the Rev T R CAIRNS, at the Presbyterian Church, Sydenham, Alexander MCRAE of Sydenham, Builder to H.A. DONALDSON eldest daughter of James DONALDSON, gaoler, Addington, late of Wellington. Wellington papers please copy.[3] Hawera & Normanby Star, Volume XLVIII, Issue 8009, 11 June 1904, Page 2 DEATH. DONALDSON. — At Sydenham, Christchurch, on the 10th June, James Donaldson, father of Mrs R. Tait, in his 78th year; deeply regretted. [8] Star , Issue 7170, 4 January 1892, Page 4 Obituary— Another old Colonist, Mrs Caroline M. Donaldson, relict of the late Mr Matthew Donaldson, brother of Mr James Donaldson, late gaoler at Addington, died on Christmas Eve at the residence of her son, Mr J. A Donaldson, Webb street, Wellington. Her death was caused by an attack of bronchitis, brought on by influenza. She was in her seventy-second year, and had her facalties clear to the end. She came to Wellington early in the forties in the first voyage of the ship Oliver Lang, and has left three sons and two daughters, forty grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. The deceased lady was loved and respected by all who knew her for her many acts of kindness and benevolence[5] The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Taranaki, Hawke's Bay & Wellington Provincial Districts] Chemists. Tait, Robert, Chemist and Druggist. High Street, Hawera. This business was established in June, 1891. It is conducted in a wood, iron, and brick building, which contains a shop with a verandah, a dispensary and a store. Mr. Tait is an importer of drugs and chemist's sundries. He was born in the county of Edinburgh, Scotland, and was educated at MidCalder and at Bathgate Academy, near Edinburgh, where he studied for his profession, and passed his examination as a chemist and druggist. After some years' experience he removed to Belfast, and was employed for about three years in the old established business of Messrs Grattan and Co. Mr. Tait then came to New Zealand, and landed at Port Chalmers in April, 1881. He subsequently spent a short time in Auckland, and later, was for about nine months in Wellington. Then he entered into business on his own account in Lyttelton, where he continued for six years, before removing to Hawera. Mr. Tait has taken an interest in local affairs f or some years, and is a member of the Hawera school committee, the Caledonian Society, and the Presbyterian church committee. As a Freemason he is a member of Lodge Hawera, and was for about three years Worshipful Master. In 1888 he married a daughter of the late Mr. James Donaldson, formerly gaoler at Addington, and has three sons and one daughter.[9] References: *online cemetery database states ex Goaler. **online cemetery database [1] paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/cgi-bin/paperspast?a=d&cl=s... [2] paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/cgi-bin/paperspast?a=d&cl=s... [3] paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/cgi-bin/paperspast?a=d&cl=s... [4] paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/cgi-bin/paperspast?a=d&d=WC... [5] paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/cgi-bin/paperspast?a=d&cl=s... [6] paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/cgi-bin/paperspast?a=d&cl=s... [7] paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/cgi-bin/paperspast?a=d&cl=s... [8] paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/cgi-bin/paperspast?a=d&cl=s... [9] www.nzetc.org/tm/scholarly/tei-Cyc06Cycl-t1-body1-d1-d28-... [10] paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/cgi-bin/paperspast?a=d&d=EP... [11] paperspast.natlib.govt.nz/cgi-bin/paperspast?a=d&d=EP...
Friday, 29 April 2011
Oakley Breathless Sunglasses Midnight Blue/Grey
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Oakley Breathless Sunglasses Midnight Blue/Grey
Oakley Product Description: It?s not about keeping up with the world. It?s about the world keeping up with you, and we think your style should leave them breathless. That?s why we put some voluptuous curves in a look that oozes confidence. Lightweight C-5? alloy is matched with stems of acetate to create a work of art that is meticulously hand assembled, hand polished and signed with metal icons. A single, continuous lens gives it sophisticated ease, and the PLUTONITE? lens material filters out all UV, not just UVA and UVB. Our precise Three-Point Fit gives you comfort all day, and the uniquely feminine geometry includes side contours that optimize peripheral view. You also get the unbeatable clarity of HIGH DEFINITION OPTICS? (HDO?) with performance that meets ANSI Z80.3 standards for both vision and impact protection. As far as visual impact, this is style that gets noticed. Price: $ 98.99 Sold by Buy.com 
Oakley Women's Breathless Oo4026 Polished Black Frame/Warm Grey Lens Metal SunglassesOakley Women's Breathless Oo4026 Metal Sunglasses : Polished Black metal frame, Warm Grey plastic lenses, wrap shaped. Product com...
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Thursday, 28 April 2011
Oakley Men's Inmate Sunglasses,Polished Black Frame/Warm Grey Lens,one size
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Wednesday, 27 April 2011
Oakley Hinder Sunglasses - Women's Rose Gold/VR50 Brown Gradient
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Oakley Ice Pick Sunglasses - Brown Tortoise/Tungsten Iridium Polarized
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Tuesday, 26 April 2011
Dior Sunglasses-The True Choice Of Fashionistas
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Looking at the current fashion trends, sunglasses are an important aspect of almost everyone's life. They are among the most unique and extravagant accessories that one can wear when going out in the sun. Increasing exposure to UV rays may cause cataract and damage the retina of their eyes. For this reason you need sunglasses which are not simply a fashion accessory but also shield your eyes from harmful UVA and UVB rays.
Christian Dior is a famous French designer and creator of one of the world's topmost fashion houses- Dior. Dior's glamorous sunglasses add panache and elegance to a person's style.Designer Dior Sunglasses give you that extra sense of style and substance with its wide variety. These sunglasses are versatile, elegant and reflect a unique blend of superior quality with innovative designs which makes them a hot favorite. You can decide about sunglasses for men, women or unisex styles. You can look through the wide range of these sunglasses with the most stylish frames, such as, shiny, bevelled plastic frames, silver on Black frames, gold on white, Havana and transparent brown frames and many more such frames.Christian Dior launched famous womens sunglasses range like Dior Cottage 1 S, Dior Madrague S, Dior Copacabana S and Dior Acapulco S. At the same time they featured Black Tie102 S, 71 S, 89 Sunglass and 85 Sunglass for men.For a more formal style then classic style Christian Dior sunglasses are the perfect choice. Generally, these sunglasses have a distinct affinity towards embellishment . They are flashy and stunning, and are made for a generation that fl aunts its style without a care.Renowned for their elegance and class, Christian Dior sunglasses are a stupendous choice. These sunglasses are original piece of art and are a royalty to own. Dior sunglasses keep up with the latest sunglasses trends and are continually adding popular designs to their collection.If you desire a look of fashion and style then Christian Dior sunglasses are well worth considering. Buying the best brand can assure you of the quality and durability of the product and not to mention the amount of attention and envious glances you will be inviting. With fashion statement from one of the most renowned brand in the world, you can be sure that these Dior sunglasses are great for you. Put them for that smart and refined look and see how you can make heads turn.The Author of this article is an expert on the latest trends pertaining to Sunglasses. He has written many informative articles on various Sunglass brands such as Gucci Sunglasses, Ray Ban Sunglasses and Oakley Sunglasses.More info at flyrr.com
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Oakley Proven MX Goggles,Matte White Frame/Clear Lens,one size Reviews
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- Flexible O Matter frame optimized for comfort, fit and maximized peripheral view
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Monday, 25 April 2011
Oakley Tightrope Men's Active Racewear Sunglasses
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We created TIGHTROPE for the kind of active lifestyle that follows the road only far enough to find its own path. Think of this frame as a sport inspiration that got a taste of the street. TIGHTROPE walks the line between performance and polish, and in the process, gives you the best of both worlds.You can get TIGHTROPE with Oakley HDPolarized lenses that block 99% of glare without the visual distortion that makes ordinary polarized lenses so ordinary. Oakley optics with IRIDIUM coating optimizes vision by balancing light transmission, tweaking the spectrum to perfection. TIGHTROPE is also available with Oakley Authentic Prescription Lenses, and whether you want clear lenses or sun lenses, the range of correction is all the way from +2.00 to -3.00 combined power. LENS: Oakley HDPolarized-Minimized glare via technology that produces the best polarized lenses on the planet with greater than 99% polarization efficiency (optional). Optimized peripheral vision and side protection of 8.75 base lens curvature. Optical precision and impact resistance meet or exceed Z87.1 optical and basic impact standards. UVprotection of Plutonite lens material that filters out 100% of UVA/UVB/UVC& harmful blue light up to 400nm. Patented XYZ OPTICS for maximum clarity at all angles of vision. Glare reduction and tuned light transmission of Iridium lens coatings (optional). Available with Oakley Authentic Prescription Lenses (+2.0 through -3.0 combined power). FRAME: Ultra-lightweight hi-modulus C-5 metal frame material. Patented hydrophilic UNOBTAINIUM earsocks ensure a snug, secure fit. Comfort and performance of Three-Point Fit that holds lenses in precise optical alignment. Metal Icon Accents. Price: $ 120.00 Sold by Buy.comGoggle Lens Tints | Which one to use?
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By Tracy G.
Whenever I find myself ready to trek out onto the snow I like to pack well so that all of my physical needs have been met and anticipated for, however one thing that is easy to overlook are your eyes. Therefore I think it's pretty important to pick the correct goggle lens tint that will enhance your vision regardless of the conditions but will also protect them from harmful UV rays or possible snow blindness. Knowing the differences will help you to choose the correct tint so that you'll be properly prepared for any snowbound excursion. If you believe you could experience changing conditions while your out, not to worry, many goggle manufacturers now offer replacement lens which are simple to swap out. This will ensure that you also have the proper tint to get the job done. These are some of the most popular tints available on the market which will allow for a clear line of sight in most day and night conditions.
Persimmon and Gold
Persimmon is my personal favorite. Living in the Mid-West we experience a lot of "Grey" days with overcast conditions. The Persimmon or Gold tint will boost the contrast in low or flat light situations which can enhance your eyesight greatly. They will typically have a "Light Transmission Rate" of about 50%, meaning they will let in about half of the light. But will amplify the area and allow for the greatest amount of uses within varied conditions.
Amber | Brown
These are among the most popular tints and are among the majority available for purchase. They perform best in medium light conditions as they help to filter out blue light and will allow shadows in the snow to appear brighter. They typically will have a Light Transmission Rate of about 35-40%. So they are great for slightly overcast or grey weather.
Rose | Pink
Rose or Pink tints perform best in flat light conditions. A lot of women's goggles will offer this tint as they look stylish with most gear. As for performance they offer enhanced depth perception with sharpened features. Perfect for dusk or night conditions however they offer little protection in bright light so are not a great choice as an all purpose lens. The typical Light Transmission Rate is about 50 – 70%.
Yellow
Yellow or Light Yellow tints perform about the same as the Rose color as they are great for flat light conditions. However as they tend to be a bit darker they don't do as well at night. Yellow helps to increase depth perception and sharpen features so they work best in overcast or stormy conditions. The typical Light Transmission Rate is about 50 – 70%.
Black | Grey
Black or Grey tints offer the best protection on bright, sunny days. And lets face it they just look so darn cool. As they filter out most of the sunlight they can reduce the amount of glare coming off of the snow. The only downside to this is that it can be difficult to gauge depth and terrain variances on overcast or darker days as little light penetrates the darker tint. The Light Transmission Rate is typically 70 – 90%.
Orange
Orange tints can be a solid all around performer. They do well in medium to bright conditions but don't sacrifice as much visibility in lower light like the Black/Grey tints. Orange will brighten the environment and actually increase the contrast on the sunniest of days while reducing glare. The typical Light Transmission Rate is about 80%. If you don't have several lenses Orange can offer the most variety for a multitude of conditions.
Clear
This one is easy; Clear lenses will offer the best performance for extremely low light. These are best during heavy snow or night conditions. They will allow for maximum light penetration, providing contrast within dark areas of the snow to increase overall visibility. There is probably no need to mention the Light Transmission Rate of these is 100%.
Additional Features
Mirrored Tints
A lot of goggles will offer a Mirrored or Chrome lens effect. They can be either fully or slightly reflective on the outside and provide additional benefits. It can reduce glare and filter out more sunlight on very bright days. Although this means you will have less visibility on those overcast days as they will reduce the amount of light filtered. Any lens color can be mirrored so take note of this before purchasing to be sure you are getting the right lens for you.
Polarized Lenses
Polarized lenses offer better glare reduction as well as UV protection in most cases. Since snow is highly reflective, most so than water, they are designed specifically to combat this which results in less squinting. However, as the glare is reduced they do not sacrifice visibility in lower light conditions and can actually boost contrasts. If you have the option, Polarized Lenses are the way to go.
Photochromic Lenses
Photochromatic lenses will automatically lighten or darken depending on the conditions. These have been greatly improved over the last few years as they can change much faster than before. Since they are continually adjusting to the available light they offer superior visibility and optimal clarity with improved depth perception. Exposure to UV radiation, which is emitted by the sun, will determine the darkness or lightness of the lens.
Iridium Coating
This is a proprietary coating specifically found on Oakley goggles. I feel it's important to mention as they are a large manufacturer and have a huge following. I have a pair of goggles with the Violet Iridium coating which are perfect for sunny, cloudless days and I can tell you these are like no other goggles I have previously owned. They reduce glare for a balanced light transmission but at the same time improve depth perception in low light areas and boost color recognition. Vision is vastly improved since fatigue is reduced immensely. Iridium enhancement is also available on Polarized lenses for even more glare reduction providing the outdoor sports enthusiasts with the maximum edge in every endeavor.
In closing, choosing the correct lens tint for the conditions you will encounter can enable you to gain the most out of your experience. Be sure to pick a goggle with removable lenses to further benefit from a quiver to match all possible variables.
I am an outdoor enthusiast and have spent a lot of my free time over the years participating in a variety of activities. Lately, I have decided to share some of my knowledge regarding my endeavors in hopes of helping others to find the right equipment and gear.
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Sunday, 24 April 2011
Oakley Abandon Sport Sunglasses
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Oakley Abandon Sport Sunglasses Best Prices Like a moth to a flame, you will be drawn in, but you definitely won't be let down. These sunglasses are what you get when you combine stylish and practical. Hand-made acetate frame provides durability and detail. Plutonite lenses shield your retinas... 6pm.com | $ 82.80 + $ 6.95 shipping |
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Saturday, 23 April 2011
Rapid onset of self injury in BEHAVIORALLY FRAGILE autistic person
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Escalation of self injurious attacks during possible headaches, body aches, sore throat and general malaise during a MILD cold. Raw look at a behaviorally and medically fragile autistic.Complex case. Gene-brain-behavior-relationships stephen schroeder mary lou oster-granite travis thompson University of Kansas Wyoming Ohio State Department of psychology neurology human development john hopkins baltimore neurobiologist developmental disabilities case studies medical center biomedical natural cures pharmacology SIB neurological disorders American journal of applied behavior analysis experimental modifications pro-active acute interventions fluctuating antecedents multiple etiologies multistrategies treatment problem behaviors treatment resistent neurochemical abnormal behaviors sensory dysfunctions subcortical frontal neuroprotectives agonists pain sudden onset illness management of self injurious autistics
Friday, 22 April 2011
OAKLEY SUNGLASSES HIJINX 03-596
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HIJINX SunglassesTake all the music, art and life that inspires athletes to step up and go beyond. Shape it with an edge of attitude but keep the look clean and uncomplicated, then give it the best technology ever to carve light rays. Thats how we made HIJINX sunglasses, an O MATTER frame decked with dual cam hinges, true metal icons and HIGH DEFINITION OPTICS (HDO). Eye-chafing UV cant get through our PLUTONITE lenses, and the side contours use patented XYZ OPTICS for widescreen clarity. If you need to add prescription lenses, no worries.Each lens/frame combo is matched with metal icons in a unique finish, and two Limited Editions come with the look of slotted icons. See how our Bruce Irons Signature Edition salutes a true original. For the best glare-blocking lenses in the industry, check out the polarized editions of HIJINX. Price: $ 82.00 Sold by Buy.comOrange County Personal Injury Lawyer and Law
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Personal Injury Cases in California byJon Mitchell Jackson, Esq.http://www.JacksonandWilson.com and
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WHAT IS A PERSONAL INJURY CASE IN ORANGE COUNTY CALIFORNIA? By Orange County personal injury and wrongful death lawyer, Jon Mitchell Jackson (2009 Trial Lawyer of the Year) at http://jacksonandwilson.com A personal injury or catastrophic injury case occurs when a person has suffered some form of severe physical or psychological injury as a result of another person or company’s wrongful conduct. The wrongful conduct may be simple negligence or intentional, willful, wanton or reckless conduct. In some instances, a party may be strictly liable for injury to another without the injured person having to show any wrongdoing by the other party. Personal injury cases we've helped families with over the past 25 years include the following... Automobile Accident Injuries- Each year in the United States there are more than six million motor vehicle accidents. This year, approximately 10,839 people will die in drunk-driving crashes – one every 50 minutes. Motorcycle Accident Injuries- Each year, about 4,000 riders sustain fatal injuries in motorcycle accidents. And each year, another 76,000 are injured. Statistically, about 12 motorcycle riders are involved in fatal accidents each day with another 208 riders sustaining injury on U.S. roadways. Large Truck Accident Injuries- On an annual basis, there are about 5,000 large truck related fatal accidents in the United States. Slip and Fall Injuries- Most people are not aware of the fact that slip and fall injuries are the second leading cause of injuries in the United States. On an average, they account for about 16,000 deaths every year. Dog Bite Injuries- Each year across the United States, almost 5,000,000 people are bitten or attacked by dogs and 334,000 dog bite and dog attack victims require emergency medical treatment. Spinal Cord and Paralysis Injuries- Every year, about 11,000 Americans experience spinal cord injuries, adding up to 200,000 people living with spinal cord injury disability in the United States. Burn Injuries- Each year in the United States, about 4,500 people die from severe burn injuries. Another 45,000 people are hospitalized. Up to 10,000 people in the United States die each year of burn-related infections. When you look at the total numbers, more than 1.1 million of our citizens experience some type of burn injury each and every year. Head and Brain Injuries- About 1,000,000 Americans experience major head and brain injuries each year. Drowning- For any given year, there is one drowning of a child for every 11,000 residential pools in the United States. What this means is that in a country with 6 million pools, roughly 550 children under the age of ten drown each year. Medical Malpractice- It is conservatively estimated that about 90,000 people lose their lives annually in the hospital because of medical malpractice. Medication errors affect almost 1.5 million people each year. Other personal injury cases we've helped clients with include animal attacks, boat and watercraft accidents, brain injuries, construction accidents, hazardous products, insurance bad faith cases, medical malpractice, product liability, professional malpractice, railroad accidents, and wrongful death cases. What Damages are Available in a California Personal Injury Case? In most catastrophic personal injury cases, a victim may be entitled to monetary compensation for bodily injury and pain and suffering from the person or company whose negligent or wrongful conduct caused the injury. This includes a momentary lapse in judgment, a mistake or simple negligence. Injuries caused by intentional, willful, wanton or reckless conduct may also allow an injured party to receive punitive damages which are designed to punish the responsible party. Over the past two decades, we've handled both types of case. The primary damages you may be entitled to if you are a victim of personal injury are called compensatory or actual damages. These damages are intended to provide reimbursement or payment to you for your past and future "out of pocket" expenses or losses. Please keep in mind that an expert is normally required to help prove the full extent of your recoverable damages. The most common compensatory damages include the following: Medical Expenses- Past and future bills and expenses for health care services from an ambulance or emergency providers, hospitals, doctors, medication, and related services from nurses or other health care providers related to your injury, care and treatment. Lost Earnings- If you were unable to work for a period of time after the incident, you are entitled to recover reimbursement of all lost wages. Impaired Earning Capacity- Any reduction of your ability to earn a living (can't do the same job anymore) is recoverable. In many instances, an expert economist is retained to help determine what the actual loss of income is. Future Medical Expenses- All reasonably necessary future medical care and treatment is recoverable. Again, this is normally proven with the help of experts. Pain and Suffering- These damages are awarded to compensate an injury victim for all past and future pain and suffering related to the incident and injury. Mental Anguish- Personal injury victims who have sustained extreme mental or emotional suffering or distress are entitled to compensation. In some cases, this may also include someone who has witnessed the severe injury or death of a loved one. Loss of Consortium- If, because of a personal injury, the victim's spouse is unable to enjoy the benefits of marriage (companionship, affection, comfort, or sexual relations), a claim for monetary damages may be sought. Please note that these claims will normally "open the door" to many privacy issues. Loss of Society and Companionship- In wrongful death cases, these damages are awarded to an heir for the loss of love, comfort, and companionship. Property Damage- Any property damage to a vehicle or personal items may be recovered by the victim in a personal injury case. What is the Standard of Proof in a California Personal Injury Case? The standard of proof in the United States is typically preponderance of the evidence as opposed to clear and convincing or beyond a reasonable doubt. Because proving a case beyond a preponderance of the evidence (slight tipping of scales) is usually easier than a criminal prosecution (beyond a reasonable doubt), most personal injury cases are handled in the civil court system. Are There Any Special Time Limits to Asserting a California Personal Injury Case? Yes there are. Time is of the essence in many personal injury actions. In civil personal injury cases, most states have a strict statute of limitations which means that court proceedings must be properly commenced within a certain period of time after the incident or the victim will lose his or her right to bring a claim. Other time sensitive issues and areas of possible concern involve preserving evidence and identifying defendants, insurance coverage and assets. This normally requires retaining investigators and experts to commence investigations and evaluations as promptly as possible. In fact, our office has a checklist of more than 140 items that we review in every new case that comes in to our office. For these reasons alone, most personal injury victims agree that hiring an experienced California personal injury lawyer should not be delayed. Can a Person Who Causes Harm to Another Human Being be Prosecuted for Both the Criminal Harm and the Civil Personal Injury? The answer is yes. In some instances, a civil and criminal case can both be filed at the same time. People are routinely charged with the crimes of assault, battery, attempted murder and even murder. False imprisonment and fraud are other crimes that sometimes involve civil rights too. In these cases, we work with the District Attorney's Office to coordinate their prosecution of the crime with our handling of the civil personal injury case. From a Lawyers Perspective, What Does it Take to Be a Good Personal Injury Lawyer? Well, first of all it takes many years and many cases before a lawyer "learns" how to properly handle and persuasively argue a personal injury case. By their very nature, the available damages in a personal injury case are not always quantifiable through formulas or expert testimony. The extent of compensation a personal injury victim may be entitled to recover is normally related to the preparation and artfulness of the lawyers who are retained to help them. Convincing insurance companies and jurors to award all reasonable and necessary damages takes practice and experience. The ultimate amount recovered is normally directly related to the attorney's skills of persuasion and advocacy. What Happens Next in a Personal Injury Case? When you or a family member is involved in a personal injury , it’s extremely important to act quickly and make smart decisions from the very beginning of your case. Being seen and properly diagnosed by an experienced and well respected health care provider shortly after your accident or injury is important for two reasons. First, making sure you get proper medical treatment is important to your short and long-term recovery. Second, it’s absolutely necessary in personal injury cases to have yourdoctors properly document (medical records, reports, photographs, x-rays, CT/MRI scans…) all of your injuries and treatment. This record or history will be used to confirm all of your injuries and injury related issues later in the claim, litigation, or trial process. Doctors such as orthopedic surgeons, neurologists, physical therapists and chiropractors may be needed to help you recover as fast as possible. Economists, life-case planners, as well as experts in vocational rehab are sometimes necessary to help calculate, explain and prove your financial losses. Investigation and Protecting Evidence When it comes to investigating the incident that caused your injuries and damages, it’s important to keep in mind that evidence can be difficult to locate as time passes. Objects get moved or removed from the accident scene. Skid marks wash away with rain and other evidence such as broken asphalt, walls, and buildings get repaired or replaced. Damage to vehicles may get repaired before being photographed and the memories of defendants and witnesses fade over time (or after being coached by the other side). In some cases these people simply “disappear.” To avoid having this happen to you, photographs and video should be taken and all evidence preserved. Investigators should be used to talk to and record the statements of the people involved in your incident and to interview all witnesses. In most cases, experts in areas such as accident reconstruction or bio-mechanical engineering should be retained and used to review the facts and help establish liability, force of impact, and damages in your case. Claim and Lawsuit Filing Deadlines In almost every case, you only have a certain period of time to file a claim or lawsuit. If you fail to properly file or serve the required legal documents in a timely fashion, you will forever lose your legal right to pursue a claim or case against the responsible party. The requirements and time period you have to file a claim against a governmental entity such as a city, county or state is different than when dealing with a private party or company in a slip and fall or automobile, motorcycle, or large truck accident case. Medical malpractice cases also have their own unique requirements and limited time periods to take action. Legal Documents Legal documents called claims, pleadings, and motions are normally prepared to file with the court to protect your rights and maximize your chances of obtaining a full and complete settlement or verdict. Settlement demand packages are also sometimes necessary to attempt settlement of a case before the need for a lawsuit becomes necessary. Mediation, arbitration and trials are all used to obtain a final decision in a personal injury and wrongful death case. Who Pays in a Personal Injury Case? When it comes to recovering damages in most vehicle accident cases, most experienced personal injury law firms look to the responsible party’s automobile liability insurance or homeowners insurance. If the person who caused your injuries was employed with a company at the time he or she caused the accident and, was in the scope and course of employment, we may also pursue a claim against the employer company based upon a legal theory of respondent superior (the employer is liable for the wrongful conduct of its employees while on the job). Other theories of liability may also be reviewed and pursued which might include a dangerous or defective product claim against the manufacturer or a maker of one of the vehicles parts or components (defective brakes, tires, unsafe/exploding gas tank design…). If the other party has insufficient insurance or no insurance at all, you may be entitled to bring an uninsured motorist or underinsured motorist claim available against your own insurance company. In these circumstances, we will also use experts to undertake an asset background check to see whether or not there is any real property, bank accounts, home equity, or other significant assets to cover your losses. In many cases where the other party was either uninsured or insufficiently insured, we’ve been able to use these techniques to get payment on a large judgment against the other side. The bottom line is that no settlement should take place and no settlement releases should be signed until you have full and complete answers to all of the above questions and issues. Get Your Questions Answered Today! Since 1986, we’ve truly enjoyed helping people, not big corporations and insurance companies. Our daily focus involves protecting the injured, the wronged, and the voiceless, not large businesses that routinely trample, abuse, and exploit the rights of the less fortunate. Our drive and motivation has always been devoted to leveling the playing field for our clients and families against the self-serving goals of corporate greed and higher corporate profits. We truly look forward to answering any questions you may have about your personal injury or wrongful death case. Give us a call or visit our web site for more help and information. More information, case results, and testimonials can be found at the firm’s web site at www.JACKSONandWILSON.com or also go to http://jacksonandwilson.com Also feel free to call with your legal questions or needs: 800-661-7044 Copyright 2011 Jackson & Wilson, Inc. More About Orange County, California
Many of our clients ask us about Orange County. They want to know our history and many of our friends on the other side of the world would like some reference to exactly where we're located in California. Well, in an effort to answer all of your questions, here you go... Orange County is a county in California. Its county seat is Santa Ana. As of the 2000 census, its population was 2,846,293, while a July 2008 estimate placed the population at 3,010,759, making it the second most populous county in California, behind Los Angeles County and ahead of San Diego County. It is the sixth most populous county in the United States as of 2009 while at the same time is also the smallest area-wise county in Southern California, being roughly half the size of the next smallest county, Ventura. The county is famous for its tourism, as the home of such attractions as Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm, as well as several beaches along its more than 40 miles (64 km) of coastline. It is also known for its affluence and political conservatism. In fact, a 2005 academic study listed three Orange County cities as being among America's 25 "most conservative," making it the only county in the country containing more than one such city. Orange County also became well known for being the largest US county ever to have gone bankrupt, when in 1994, longtime treasurer Robert Citron's investment strategies left the county with inadequate capital to allow for any raise in interest rates for its trading positions. When the conservative residents of Orange County voted down a proposal to raise taxes in order to balance the budget, bankruptcy followed shortly thereafter. Citron later pleaded guilty to six felonies regarding the matter. Whereas most population centers in the United States tend to be identified by a major city, there is no defined urban center in Orange County. It is mostly suburban, except for some traditionally urban areas at the centers of the older cities of Anaheim, Santa Ana, Orange, Huntington Beach, and Fullerton. There are also several edge city-style developments such as South Coast Metro and Newport Center. While Santa Ana serves as the governmental center of the county, Anaheim is its main tourist destination, and Irvine its major business and financial hub. Four Orange County cities have populations exceeding 200,000: Santa Ana, Anaheim, Irvine, and Huntington Beach. Thirty-four incorporated cities are located in Orange County; the newest is Aliso Viejo, which was incorporated in 2001. Anaheim was the first city incorporated in Orange County, in 1870 when the region was still part of neighboring Los Angeles County. Members of the Tongva, Juaneño, and Luiseño Native American groups long inhabited the area. After the 1769 expedition of Gaspar de Portolà, a Spanish expedition led by Junipero Serra named the area Valle de Santa Ana (Valley of Saint Anne). On November 1, 1776, Mission San Juan Capistrano became the area's first permanent European settlement. Among those who came with Portolá were José Manuel Nieto and José Antonio Yorba. Both these men were given land grants - Rancho Los Nietos and Rancho Santiago de Santa Ana, respectively. The Nieto heirs were granted land in 1834. The Nieto ranches were known as Rancho Los Alamitos, Rancho Las Bolsas, and Rancho Los Coyotes. Yorba heirs Bernardo Yorba and Teodosio Yorba were also granted Rancho Cañón de Santa Ana (Santa Ana Canyon Ranch) and Rancho Lomas de Santiago, respectively. Other ranchos in Orange County were granted by the Mexican government during the Mexican period in Alta California. A severe drought in the 1860s devastated the prevailing industry, cattle ranching, and much land came into the possession of Richard O'Neill, Sr., James Irvine and other land barons. In 1887, silver was discovered in the Santa Ana Mountains, attracting settlers via the Santa Fe and Southern Pacific Railroads. This growth led the California legislature to divide Los Angeles County and create Orange County as a separate political entity onMarch 11, 1889. The county is generally said to have been named for the citrus fruit (its most famous product). However, in the new county there was already a town by the name of Orange, named for Orange County, Virginia, which itself took its name from William of Orange. The fact the county took the same name as one of its towns may have been coincidence. Other citrus crops, avocados, and oil extraction were also important to the early economy. Orange County benefited from the July 4, 1904 completion of the Pacific Electric Railway, a trolley connecting Los Angeles with Santa Ana and Newport Beach . The link made Orange County an accessible weekend retreat for celebrities of early Hollywood. It was deemed so significant that the city of Pacific City changed its name to Huntington Beach in honor of Henry Huntington, president of the Pacific Electric and nephew of Collis Huntington. Transportation further improved with the completion of the State Route and U.S. Route 101 (now mostly Interstate 5) in the 1920s. South Coast Metro area in central Orange County- Agriculture, such as the boysenberry which was made famous by Buena Park native Walter Knott, began to decline after World War II but the county's prosperity soared. The completion of Interstate 5 in 1954 helped make Orange County a bedroom community for many who moved to Southern California to work in aerospace and manufacturing. Orange County received a further boost in 1955 with the opening of Disneyland. In 1969, Yorba Linda-born Orange County native Richard Nixon became the 37th President of the United States. In the 1980s, the population topped two million for the first time; Orange County had become the second-most populous county in California. An investment fund melt-down in 1994 led to the criminal prosecution of County of Orange treasurer Robert Citron. The county lost at least .5 billion through high-risk investments in derivatives. On December 6, 1994, the County of Orange declared Chapter 9 bankruptcy, from which it emerged in June 1995. The Orange County bankruptcy was the largest municipal bankruptcy in U.S. history. In recent years land-use conflicts have arisen between established areas in the north and less developed areas in the south. These conflicts have regarded things such as construction of new toll roads and the re-purposing of a decommissioned air base. For example, the El Toro Marine Corps Air Station site was designated by a voter measure in 1994 to be developed into an international airport to alleviate the heavily used John Wayne Airport. But subsequent voter initiatives and court actions have caused the airport plan to be permanently shelved. Instead it will become the Orange County Great Park. Geography- According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 2,455 km2 (948 sq mi), making it the smallest county in Southern California. Surface water accounts for 411 km2 (159 sq mi) of the area, 16.73% of the total; 2,044 km2 (789 sq mi) are land. The average annual temperature is about 68 °F (20 °C). Despite its small size as a county, Orange County's total area in square miles is actually just smaller than the State of Rhode Island's land area. Orange County is bordered on the southwest by the Pacific Ocean, on the north by Los Angeles County, on the northeast by San Bernardino County and Riverside County, and on the southeast by San Diego County. View of the Santa Ana Mountains from Newport Harbor- The northwestern part of the county lies on the coastal plain of the Los Angeles Basin, while the southeastern end rises into the foothills of the Santa Ana Mountains. Most of Orange County's population reside in one of two shallow coastal valleys that lie in the basin, the Santa Ana Valley and the Saddleback Valley. The Santa Ana Mountains lie within the eastern boundaries of the county and of the Cleveland National Forest. The high point is Santiago Peak (5,689 feet (1,734 m)[10]), about 20 mi (32 km) east of Santa Ana. Santiago Peak and nearby Modjeska Peak, just 200 feet (60 m) shorter, form a ridge known as Saddleback, visible from almost everywhere in the county. The Peralta Hills extend westward from the Santa Ana Mountains through the communities of Anaheim Hills, Orange, and ending in Olive. The Loma Ridge is another prominent feature, running parallel to the Santa Ana Mountains through the central part of the coun ty, separated from the taller mountains to the east by Santiago Canyon. The Santa Ana River is the county's principal watercourse, flowing through the middle of the county from northeast to southwest. Its major tributary to the south and east is Santiago Creek. Other watercourses within the county include Aliso Creek, San Juan Creek, and Horsethief Creek. In the North, the San Gabriel River also briefly crosses into Orange County and exits into the Pacific on the Los Angeles-Orange County line between the cities of Long Beach and Seal Beach. Laguna Beach is home to the county's only natural lakes, Laguna Lakes, which are formed by water rising up against an underground fault. Residents sometimes figuratively divide the county into "North Orange County" and "South County" (meaning Northwest and Southeast—following the county's natural diagonal orientation along the local coastline). This is more of a cultural and demographic distinction perpetuated by the popular television shows "The OC" and "Laguna Beach", between the older areas closer to Los Angeles, and the more affluent and recently developed areas to the South and East. A transition between older and newer development may be considered to exist roughly parallel to State Route 55 (aka the Costa Mesa Freeway). This transition is accentuated by large flanking tracts of sparsely developed area occupied until recent years by agriculture and military airfields. While there is a natural topographical Northeast-to-Southwest transition from inland elevations to the lower coastal band, there is no formal geographical division between North and South County. Perpendicular to that gradient, the Santa Ana River roughly divides the county between northwestern and southeastern sectors (about 40% to 60% respectively, by area), but does not represent any apparent economic, political or cultural differences, nor does it significantly affect distribution of travel, housing, commerce, industry or agriculture from one side to the other. Incorporated cities- As of August 2006, Orange County has 34 incorporated cities. The oldest is Anaheim (1870) and the newest is Aliso Viejo (2001). Aliso Viejo, incorporated in 2001 Anaheim, incorporated in 1870 Brea, incorporated in 1917 Buena Park, incorporated in 1953 Costa Mesa, incorporated in 1953 Cypress, incorporated in 1956 Dana Point, incorporated in 1989 Fountain Valley, incorporated in 1953 Fullerton, incorporated in 1904 Garden Grove, incorporated in 1956 Huntington Beach, incorporated in 1909 Irvine, incorporated in 1971 La Habra, incorporated in 1925 La Palma, incorporated in 1955 Laguna Beach, incorporated in 1927 Laguna Hills, incorporated in 1991 Laguna Niguel, incorporated in 1989 Laguna Woods, incorporated in 1999 Lake Forest, incorporated in 1991 Los Alamitos, incorporated in 1960 Mission Viejo, incorporated in 1988 Newport Beach, incorporated in 1906 Orange, incorporated in 1888 Placentia, incorporated in 1926 Rancho Santa Margarita, incorporated in 2000 San Clemente, incorporated in 1928 San Juan Capistrano, incorporated in 1961 Santa Ana, incorporated in 1886 Seal Beach, incorporated in 1915 Stanton, incorporated in 1956 Tustin, incorporated in 1927 Villa Park, incorporated in 1962 Westminster, incorporated in 1957 Yorba Linda, incorporated in 1967 Unincorporated communities- These communities are outside of city limits in unincorporated county territory: Coto de Caza Cowan Heights El Modena Emerald Bay Foothill Ranch Ladera Ranch Lemon Heights Midway City Modjeska Canyon North Tustin Orange Park Acres Rancho Mission Viejo Red Hill Rossmoor Silverado Canyon Sunset Beach Trabuco Canyon Planned communities- Orange County has a history of large planned communities. Nearly 30% of the county was created as master planned communities[citation needed], the most notable being the City of Irvine, Coto de Caza, Anaheim Hills, Tustin Ranch, Tustin Legacy, Ladera Ranch, Talega, Rancho Santa Margarita, and Mission Viejo. Irvine is often referred to as a model master-planned city, for its villages of Woodbridge, Northwood, University Park, and Turtle Rock that were laid out by the Irvine Company of the mid-1960s, pre- Donald Bren. Adjacent counties- Los Angeles County, California - north, west; San Bernardino County, California - northeast; Riverside County, California - east; San Diego County, California - southeast; Los Angeles County San Bernardino County; Los Angeles County Riverside County Orange County, California; San Diego County Nationalprotected areas- Cleveland National Forest (part); Seal Beach National Wildlife Refuge Transportation infrastructure- Transit in Orange County is offered primarily by the Orange County Transportation Authority. The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) cited OCTA as the best large property transportation system in the United States for 2005. OCTA manages the county's bus network and funds the construction and maintenance of local streets, highways, and freeways; regulates taxicab services; maintains express toll lanes through the median of California State Route 91; and works with Southern California's Metrolink to provide commuter rail service along three lines - the Orange County Line, the 91 Line, and the Inland Empire-Orange County Line. Major highways- Surface transportation in Orange County relies heavily on three major interstate highways: the Santa Ana Freeway (I-5), the San Diego Freeway (I-405 and I-5 south of Irvine), and the San Gabriel River Freeway (I-605), which only briefly enters Orange County territory in the northwest. The other freeways in the county are state highways, and include the perpetually congested Riverside and Artesia Freeway (SR 91) and the Garden Grove Freeway (SR 22) running east-west, and the Orange Freeway (SR 57), the Costa Mesa Freeway (SR/SR 55), the Laguna Freeway (SR 133), the San Joaquin Transportation Corridor (SR 73), the Eastern Transportation Corridor (SR 261, SR 133, SR 241), and the Foothill Transportation Corridor (SR 241) running north-south. Minor stub freeways include the Richard M. Nixon Freeway (SR 90), also known as Imperial Highway, and the southern terminus of Pacific Coast Highway (SR 1). There are no U.S. Highways in Orange County, though two existed in t he county until the mid-1960s: 91 and 101. 91 went through what is now the state route of the same number, and 101 was replaced by Interstate 5. SR-1 was once a bypass of US-101 (Route 101A). Bus- The bus network comprises 6,542 stops on 77 lines, running along most major streets, and accounts for 210,000 boardings a day. The fleet of 817 buses is gradually being replaced by LNG (liquified natural gas)-powered vehicles, which already represent over 40% of the total. Rail- Starting in 1992, Metrolink has operated three commuter rail lines through Orange County, and has also maintained Rail-to-Rail service with parallel Amtrak service. On a typical weekday, over 40 trains run along the Orange County Line, the 91 Line and the Inland Empire-Orange County Line. Along with Metrolink riders on parallel Amtrak lines, these lines generate approximately 15,000 boardings per weekday. Metrolink also began offering weekend service on the Orange County Line and the Inland Empire-Orange County line in the summer of 2006. As ridership has steadily increased in the region, new stations have opened at Anaheim Canyon, Buena Park, Tustin, and Laguna Niguel/Mission Viejo. Stations at Placentia and Yorba Linda are proposed for future construction. Since 1938, the Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railroad and later Amtrak, has operated the Pacific Surfliner regional passenger train route (previously named the San Diegan until 2000) through Orange County. The route includes stops at eight stations in Orange County including San Clemente (selected trips), San Juan Capistrano, Laguna Niguel/Mission Viejo (selected trips), Irvine, Santa Ana, Orange (selected trips), Anaheim, Fullerton. Orange County's first public Monorail line is undergoing Environmental impact assessment. This line will connect the Disneyland Resort, Convention Center, and Angel Stadium to the proposed ARTIC transportation hub, in the city of Anaheim. Sea- A car and passenger ferry service, the Balboa Island Ferry, comprising three ferries running every five minutes, operates between Balboa Peninsula and Balboa Island in Newport Beach. Air- Orange County's only major airport is John Wayne Airport. Although its abbreviation (SNA) refers to Santa Ana, the airport is in fact located in unincorporated territory surrounded by the cities of Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, and Irvine. Unincorporated Orange County (including the John Wayne Airport) has mailing addresses which go through the Santa Ana Post Office. For this reason, SNA was chosen as the IATA Code for the airport. The actual Destination Moniker which appears on most Arrival/Departure Monitors in airports throughout the United States is "Orange County," which is the common nickname used for the OMB Metropolitan Designation: Santa Ana-Anaheim-Irvine, California. Its modern Thomas F. Riley Terminal handles over 9 million passengers annually through 14 different airlines. Demographics- According to Census Bureau's 2006 American Community Survey the racial or ethnic makeup of the county was 64.76% White, 16.05% Asian, 0.33% Pacific Islander, 1.72% African American, 0.38% Native American, 14.32% from other races, and 2.44% from two or more races. 32.89% of the population were Hispanic of any race. 30.49% of the population was foreign born. As of the census of 2000, there were 2,846,289 people, 935,287 households, and 667,794 families residing in the county, making Orange County the second most populous county in California. The population density was 1,392/km² (3,606/sq mi). There were 969,484 housing units at an average density of 474/km² (1,228/sq mi). The racial makeup of the county was 64.81% White, 13.59% Asian, 1.67% African American, 0.70% Native American, 0.31% Pacific Islander, 14.80% from other races, and 4.12% from two or more races. 30.76% are Hispanic or Latino of any race. 8.9% were of German, 6.9% English and 6.0% Irish ancestry according to Census 2000. 58.6% spoke English, 25.3% Spanish, 4.7% Vietnamese, 1.9% Korean, 1.5% Chinese (Cantonese or Mandarin) and 1.2% Tagalog as their first language. In 1990, still according to the census there were 2,410,556 people residing in the county. The racial makeup of the county was 78.60% White, 10.34% Asian or Pacific Islander, 1.77% African American, 0.50% Native American, and 8.79% from other races. 23.43% were Hispanic or Latino of any race. There were 935,287 households out of which 37.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.9% were married couples living together, 10.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.6% were non-families. 21.1% of all households were made up of individuals and 7.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.00 and the average family size was 3.48. Ethnic change has been transforming the population. By 2009, nearly 45 percent of the residents spoke a language other than English at home. Whites now comprise only 45 percent of the population, while the numbers of Hispanics grow steadily, along with Vietnamese, Korean and Chinese families. The percentage of foreign-born residents jumped to 30 percent in 2008 from 6 percent in 1970. The mayor of Irvine, Sukhee Kang, was born in Korea, making him the first Korean-American to run a major American city. “We have 35 languages spoken in our city,” Kang observed. The population is diverse age-wise, with 27.0% under the age of 18, 9.4% from 18 to 24, 33.2% from 25 to 44, 20.6% from 45 to 64, and 9.9% 65 years of age or older. The median age is 33 years. For every 100 females there were 99.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.7 males. The median income for a household in the county was ,899, and the median income for a family was ,700 (these figures had risen to ,601 and ,260 respectively as of a 2007 estimate[16]). Males had a median income of ,059 versus ,026 for females. The per capita income for the county was ,826. About 7.0% of families and 10.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.2% of those under age 18 and 6.2% of those age 65 or over. Average household income by community- Unincorporated communities are included if their population is greater than 15,000. These numbers are estimates from the 2005 Census updates for these locales. Numbers are approximate until a new Census occurs. Villa Park: 3,091 Anaheim Hills: 7,938 Coto de Caza: 3,118 Laguna Beach: 1,916 Yorba Linda: 8,910 Newport Beach: 7,226 North Tustin: 2,685 Laguna Niguel: 2,241 Irvine: 1,455 Laguna Hills: 3,419 Ladera Ranch: ,537 Dana Point: ,615 San Clemente: ,576 Rossmoor: ,972 Rancho Santa Margarita: ,671 Mission Viejo: ,934 Aliso Viejo: ,002 San Juan Capistrano: ,638 West Garden Grove: ,112 La Palma: ,177 Cypress: ,312 Huntington Beach: ,900 Fountain Valley: ,504 Lake Forest: ,293 Los Alamitos: ,112 Brea: ,009 Costa Mesa: ,918 Seal Beach: ,131 Placentia: ,083 Orange: ,760 Fullerton: ,462 Anaheim: ,881 Tustin: ,319 Buena Park: ,695 Westminster: ,172 Garden Grove: ,038 La Habra: ,612 Santa Ana: ,505 Stanton: ,840 Laguna Woods: ,212 [edit]Economy Business- The developing urban core in the City of Irvine. Orange Countyis the headquarters of many Fortune 500 companies including Ingram Micro (#69) and First American Corporation (#312) in Santa Ana, Western Digital (#439) in Lake Forest and Pacific Life (#452) in Newport Beach. Irvine is the home of numerous start-up companies and also is the home of Fortune 1000 headquarters for Allergan, Broadcom, Edwards Lifesciences, Epicor, Standard Pacific and Sun Healthcare Group. Other Fortune 1000 companies in Orange County include Beckman Coulter in Brea, Quiksilver in Huntington Beach and Apria Healthcare Group in Lake Forest. Irvine is also the home of notable technology companies like PC-manufacturer Gateway Inc., router manufactuer Linksys, and video/computer game creator Blizzard Entertainment. Many regional headquarters for international businesses reside in Orange County like Mazda, Toshiba, Toyota, Samsung, Kia Motors, in the City of Irvine, Mitsubishi in the City of Cypress, and Hyundai in the City of Fountain Va lley. Fashion is another important industry to Orange County. Oakley, Inc. is headquartered in Lake Forest. Hurley International is headquartered in Costa Mesa. The shoe company Pleaser USA, Inc. is located in Fullerton. St. John is headquartered in Irvine. Wet Seal is headquarted in Lake Forest. PacSun is headquartered in Anaheim. Restaurants such as Del Taco, Wahoo's Fish Tacos, Taco Bell, El Pollo Loco, In-N-Out Burger, Claim Jumper, Marie Callender's, Wienerschnitzel, have headquarters in the City of Irvine as well. Shopping- Orange County contains several notable shopping malls. Among these are the world-renowned South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa and Fashion Island in Newport Beach. Other significant malls include the Brea Mall, MainPlace Santa Ana, The Shops at Mission Viejo, The Block at Orange, the Irvine Spectrum Center, and Downtown Disney. Tourism- Tourism remains a vital aspect of Orange County's economy. Anaheim is the main tourist hub, with the Disneyland Resort's Disneyland Park being the second most visited theme park in the country. The Anaheim Convention Center receives many major conventions throughout the year. Resorts within the Beach Cities receive visitors throughout the year due to their close proximity to the beach, biking paths, mountain hiking trails, golf courses, shopping and dining. Points of interest- 1965 aerial photo of Anaheim Disneyland, Disneyland Hotel with its Monorail Station. The Disneyland Heliport, surrounding orange groves, Santa Ana Freeway (now I-5) and the Melodyland Theater "in the round," and part of the City of Anaheim. The area's warm Mediterranean climate and 42 miles (68 km) of year-round beaches attract millions of tourists annually. Huntington Beach is a hot spot for sunbathing and surfing; nicknamed "Surf City, U.S.A.", it is home to many surfing competitions. "The Wedge", at the tip of The Balboa Peninsula in Newport Beach, is one of the most famous body surfing spots in the world. Other tourist destinations include the theme parks Disneyland and Disney California Adventure in Anaheim and Knott's Berry Farm in Buena Park. Water parks in Orange County include Wild Rivers in Irvine and Soak City in Buena Park. The Anaheim Convention Center is the largest such facility on the West Coast. The old town area in the City of Orange (the traffic circle at the middle of Chapman Ave. at Glassell) still maintains its 1950s image, and appeared in the That Thing You Do! movie. Little Saigon is another notable tourist destination, being home to the largest concentration of Vietnamese people outside of Vietnam. There are also sizable Taiwanese, Chinese, and Korean communities, particularly in western Orange County. This is evident in several Asian-influenced shopping centers in Asian American hubs like the city of Irvine. Some of the most exclusive (and expensive) neighborhoods in the U.S. are located here, many along the Orange County Coast, and some in north Orange County. Historical points of interest include Mission San Juan Capistrano, the renowned destination of migrating swallows, and the Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum in Yorba Linda. The Richard Nixon Birthplace home, located on the grounds of the Presidential Library, is a National Historic Landmark. Other notable structures include the home of Madame Helena Modjeska, located in Modjeska Canyon on Santiago Creek; Ronald Reagan Federal Building and Courthouse in Santa Ana, the largest building in the county; the historic Balboa Pavilion in Newport Beach; and the Huntington Beach Pier. It is also recognized for its nationally known centers of worship, such as Crystal Cathedral in Garden Grove, the largest house of worship in California; Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, one of the largest churches in the United States; and the Calvary Chapel. Since the premiere in fall 2003 of the hit Fox series The O.C., and the 2007 Bravo series "The Real Housewives of Orange County" tourism has increased with travelers from across the globe hoping to see the sights seen in the show. However, the former was rarely filmed anywhere in Orange County. Religion- Orange County is also the base for several significant religious organizations: The Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange headed by Bishop Tod Brown; Chuck Smith, early leader in the Jesus People movement and founder of Calvary Chapel in Costa Mesa; Reverend Robert Schuller's Crystal Cathedral is in Garden Grove; Trinity Broadcasting Network began as Channel 40 in Tustin, now in Costa Mesa; The Purpose Driven Life author Rick Warren and his Saddleback Church (the largest church in California) are in Lake Forest; The Vineyard Christian Fellowship movement began in Orange County; Family International, AKA "The Children of God" ,was founded in 1968 in Huntington Beach by David Berg; Monasteries of the Vedanta Society and St. Michael's Abbey are located in Trabuco Canyon; Pao Fa Temple in Irvine is one of the largest Buddhist monasteries and temples in the United States; Temple going Mormons are served by the Newport Beach California Temple, among four other temples operated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Southern California; The Islamic Ce nter of Irvine There are about 1.04 million Catholics in Orange County. Literature- A number of novels by best-selling fiction and horror author Dean Koontz, a resident of Newport Beach, are set in the area. Several of the stories in Pulitzer Prize-winning author Michael Chabon's collection, A Model World, are set in Orange County. Chabon studied creative writing at UC Irvine. Orange County is the place in which Kim Stanley Robinson's Three Californias Trilogy is set. These books depict three different futures of Orange County (survivors of a nuclear war in The Wild Shore, a developer's dream gone mad in The Gold Coast, and an ecotopian utopia in Pacific Edge). Philip K. Dick's novel A Scanner Darkly was also set in Orange County. From his first novel, "Laguna Heat," to more recent books such as "California Girl," mystery-writer T. Jefferson Parker has set many of his novels in Orange County. The modern fantasy novel "All the Bells on Earth" by James P. Blaylock is set in Orange. The classic novel "Two Years Before the Mast" by Richard Henry Dana, Jr. describes journeys along the California coast in the early 19th century and the trading of goods for cow hides with the local residents. The south Orange County city of Dana Point takes its name from the author, as the cliffs around the harbor were a favorite location of his. San Juan Capistrano is also the home of the first Zorro novellas. It was first called Curse of Capistrano, but was later changed to the Mask of Zorro due to the popularity of the movie. In popular culture- Orange County has been the setting for numerous films and television shows: The movie "Beaches" starring Bette Midler and Barbra Hershey was filmed at Crystal Cove State Park in Newport Coast. The opening scene of Gilligan's Island that shows the S.S. Minnow leaving the harbor was in Newport Beach. The best known portrayal is as the setting of the popular 2003 Fox Network television drama The O.C. which is set in the Orange County coastal harbor town of Newport Beach. It is the subject and setting of the eponymous 2002 movie Orange County. However, the film was not actually filmed in Orange County. It is also the setting of the 2003 sitcom Arrested Development. Most of the series was not filmed in Orange County, but in Culver City and Marina del Rey in Los Angeles County. A running joke in the series that pokes fun at The O.C. is that characters will frequently refer to Orange County as "The O.C.," followed by another character's saying, "Don't call it that" (mirroring the fact that Orange County residents rarely if ever use the term "The O.C.", but rather just, "O.C."). The closing scene in Rain Man with Dustin Hoffman and Tom Cruise was shot at the Santa Ana The film Better Luck Tomorrow was shot and set in the cities of Cypress and Anaheim. The University of California, Irvine, has been used in many films, most notably Ocean's Eleven (2001 film); others include Conquest of the Planet of the Apes and Poltergeist (film) The film Accepted had Harmon University shot in Chapman University in Orange. The film Life as a House was set in Laguna Beach, although it was filmed in Los Ang
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