From ThomasDukeman at outlook.com  Sun Apr  3 19:16:59 2022
From: ThomasDukeman at outlook.com (Thomas Dukeman)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2022 19:16:59 +0000
Subject: [blindLaw] {Spam?} On patents
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I am studying the wonderful wide world of patents and have a question that needs solving!

To obtain a patent:
You need an invention for a process, a machine, something that can be manufactured or even a composition of matter or an improvement to an existing invention.
Youre invention should have a purpose or solve a problem

Now that’s all fine and dandy for stuff like the lightbulb and planes, but what about literature? Wat im referring to is how Disney owns the rights to Star Wars, but how did George Lucas (Creator of Star Wars) keep people from trying  to mimic him? Did he hold the patent to Star Wars then? How did this not conflict with the already existing Star Trek franchise? Lot of similarities between them of you take the time to sit down and look for them all.

Thanks in Advance!
Tom

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From laurenbishop96 at icloud.com  Sun Apr  3 20:11:57 2022
From: laurenbishop96 at icloud.com (Lauren Bishop)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2022 16:11:57 -0400
Subject: [blindLaw] {Spam?} Re:  {Spam?} On patents
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> Good Afternoon, 
Your message makes it appear that you are basically asking us to do your assignment for   
you

From ctate2076 at att.net  Sun Apr  3 20:25:19 2022
From: ctate2076 at att.net (Camille Tate)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2022 16:25:19 -0400
Subject: [blindLaw] {Spam?} RE:  {Spam?} On patents
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A few years ago, I wondered about copyright laws because I wanted to see if
the "poor man's" copyright still existed. Perhaps what you are thinking
about, in relation to literature, is copyright and trademark laws? I read
something about intellectual property, copyright and trademark back then. 

 Sincerely, 
Camille Tate 
2nd Vice President, National Federation of the Blind of Florida 
President, Melbourne Space Coast Chapter, National Federation of the Blind
of Florida 
Phone: 321 372 4899 

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Subject: [blindLaw] {Spam?} On patents

I am studying the wonderful wide world of patents and have a question that
needs solving!

To obtain a patent:
You need an invention for a process, a machine, something that can be
manufactured or even a composition of matter or an improvement to an
existing invention.
Youre invention should have a purpose or solve a problem

Now that's all fine and dandy for stuff like the lightbulb and planes, but
what about literature? Wat im referring to is how Disney owns the rights to
Star Wars, but how did George Lucas (Creator of Star Wars) keep people from
trying  to mimic him? Did he hold the patent to Star Wars then? How did this
not conflict with the already existing Star Trek franchise? Lot of
similarities between them of you take the time to sit down and look for them
all.

Thanks in Advance!
Tom

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From NSingh at cov.com  Mon Apr  4 00:00:45 2022
From: NSingh at cov.com (Singh, Nandini)
Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2022 00:00:45 +0000
Subject: [blindLaw] {Spam?} RE: On patents
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Putting aside the curious "spam" label on this message, here are some high level thoughts that should get you started on an otherwise big topic:



*       Distinguish among patent, copyright, and trademark. Each are different and protect different types of intellectual property. By way of bonus, there is a fourth category, trade secret, but it operates with less formality. Trade secret law is more based in the common law. However, patent, copyright, and trademark concepts have been codified in statute, in addition to a vast body of case law.

*       Broadly speaking, most creative works enjoy protection under copyright and not patent. Regardless of the protection scheme, the original holder and/or author have to   police and enforce against potential infringement.

*       Committed science fiction fans would vigorously disagree about the similarities between Star Trek and Star Wars. And committed intellectual property attorneys at both Paramount and Disney would do likewise: genre, setting, tone, magic system, and characters are a few fundamental points of departure between the two franchises.



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[EXTERNAL]



I am studying the wonderful wide world of patents and have a question that needs solving!



To obtain a patent:

You need an invention for a process, a machine, something that can be manufactured or even a composition of matter or an improvement to an existing invention.

Youre invention should have a purpose or solve a problem



Now that's all fine and dandy for stuff like the lightbulb and planes, but what about literature? Wat im referring to is how Disney owns the rights to Star Wars, but how did George Lucas (Creator of Star Wars) keep people from trying  to mimic him? Did he hold the patent to Star Wars then? How did this not conflict with the already existing Star Trek franchise? Lot of similarities between them of you take the time to sit down and look for them all.



Thanks in Advance!

Tom



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From michael.mcglashon at comcast.net  Mon Apr  4 00:37:54 2022
From: michael.mcglashon at comcast.net (MIKE MCGLASHON)
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2022 20:37:54 -0400
Subject: [blindLaw] {Spam?} RE:  {Spam?} RE: On patents
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 <cf3da5e68278421aa237d163d32ecc8f@cov.com>
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Thank you very much for this email.
As someone who is studying for the upcoming July Illinois Bar, and yet knows
nothing regarding copyright and patent law; 
So, thank you for the treat.

Please advise as you like.

Mike M.

Mike mcglashon
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Ph: 618 783 9331

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Sent: Sunday, April 3, 2022 8:01 PM
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Cc: Singh, Nandini <NSingh at cov.com>
Subject: [blindLaw] {Spam?} RE: On patents

Putting aside the curious "spam" label on this message, here are some high
level thoughts that should get you started on an otherwise big topic:



*       Distinguish among patent, copyright, and trademark. Each are
different and protect different types of intellectual property. By way of
bonus, there is a fourth category, trade secret, but it operates with less
formality. Trade secret law is more based in the common law. However,
patent, copyright, and trademark concepts have been codified in statute, in
addition to a vast body of case law.

*       Broadly speaking, most creative works enjoy protection under
copyright and not patent. Regardless of the protection scheme, the original
holder and/or author have to   police and enforce against potential
infringement.

*       Committed science fiction fans would vigorously disagree about the
similarities between Star Trek and Star Wars. And committed intellectual
property attorneys at both Paramount and Disney would do likewise: genre,
setting, tone, magic system, and characters are a few fundamental points of
departure between the two franchises.



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Subject: [blindLaw] {Spam?} On patents



[EXTERNAL]



I am studying the wonderful wide world of patents and have a question that
needs solving!



To obtain a patent:

You need an invention for a process, a machine, something that can be
manufactured or even a composition of matter or an improvement to an
existing invention.

Youre invention should have a purpose or solve a problem



Now that's all fine and dandy for stuff like the lightbulb and planes, but
what about literature? Wat im referring to is how Disney owns the rights to
Star Wars, but how did George Lucas (Creator of Star Wars) keep people from
trying  to mimic him? Did he hold the patent to Star Wars then? How did this
not conflict with the already existing Star Trek franchise? Lot of
similarities between them of you take the time to sit down and look for them
all.



Thanks in Advance!

Tom



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From Noel.Nightingale at ed.gov  Fri Apr  8 19:14:03 2022
From: Noel.Nightingale at ed.gov (Nightingale, Noel)
Date: Fri, 8 Apr 2022 19:14:03 +0000
Subject: [blindLaw] Notice about attorney positions available at U.S.
 Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights in Seattle
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(THIS IS NOT A VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT)

The Seattle office of the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR) is collecting application materials from individuals interested in General Attorney positions at the GS-0905-11 and GS-0905-12 grade levels (with promotion potential to a GS-13). OCR is an agency within the U.S. Department of Education that is responsible for enforcing civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination on the bases of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, and age in educational institutions that are recipients of federal financial assistance from the Department and, with respect to disability, in certain public entities such as public school districts. More information about OCR is available on our website: www.ed.gov/ocr.

Applicants must be a graduate from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association and must be a member in good standing of the bar of a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. Applicants should be able to demonstrate knowledge of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II or the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act, the Freedom of Information Act, and the Privacy Act. Applicants should be able to demonstrate skill in oral and written communication and the ability to analyze and resolve legal problems that have an absence of readily available precedent. Other relevant experience includes knowledge of investigative, analytical, negotiation, mediation, and resolution techniques.

Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume via email to: ocrjobs at ed.gov with a cc to: ocr.seattle at ed.gov.  Please indicate you are applying to the Seattle office in the transmittal email.

The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor. Please note, OCR accepts application materials from individuals who are eligible for consideration for noncompetitive hiring via: Schedule A Persons with Disabilities appointments (5 CFR 213.3102(u)); Veterans' Recruitment Appointments; Excepted Hiring Authority for Attorneys; and former Peace Corps and AmeriCorps appointees (22 USC 2506).

OCR will keep your resume on file for possible consideration for 365 days following the date of submission. Please note, however, that OCR Seattle is not staffed to respond to questions. Should you be selected for consideration, you will be contacted by OCR to confirm your continued interest.

Please note that potential candidates are also encouraged to check www.usajobs.gov for positions within OCR and may choose to apply directly to open positions through the USA Jobs platform.



From teresitarios22 at gmail.com  Mon Apr 11 12:26:52 2022
From: teresitarios22 at gmail.com (Teresita Rios)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2022 08:26:52 -0400
Subject: [blindLaw] ZoomText & what computer?
Message-ID: <CAKM5H_3reup0=YJDHga_oTKZ4ftj0FG601ArpMHifi0Gi5oJnQ@mail.gmail.com>

Dear all,
For this summer my employer is providing a computer. I specifically mention
the issues with Dell. In response they are asking for recommendations.
Who uses Fusion and ZoomText and what computer do you use?

Thank you for your help.

Warmly,
Teresita Rios.

From dmanners at jd16.law.harvard.edu  Mon Apr 11 14:07:06 2022
From: dmanners at jd16.law.harvard.edu (Derek Manners)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2022 10:07:06 -0400
Subject: [blindLaw] ZoomText & what computer?
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References: <CAKM5H_3reup0=YJDHga_oTKZ4ftj0FG601ArpMHifi0Gi5oJnQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <8053923D-D4B6-4358-AAA4-05AB9D62C3FC@jd16.law.harvard.edu>

Hi Teresita,

I don’t use Fusion, but I’ve never had an issue with Dell and Zoomtext. I currently use a Lenovo with Zoomtext, but have had Zoomtext with various computer brands and never noticed that making a difference.  All of my issues have been due to the interaction of various security measures and various applications that negatively interact with Zoomtext. I would be curious to hear what issues you’ve identified with Dell specifically as I’ve never heard of different laptop brands negatively impacting accessibility software. 

Best regards
Derek

Sent from my iPhone

> On Apr 11, 2022, at 8:28 AM, Teresita Rios via BlindLaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Dear all,
> For this summer my employer is providing a computer. I specifically mention
> the issues with Dell. In response they are asking for recommendations.
> Who uses Fusion and ZoomText and what computer do you use?
> 
> Thank you for your help.
> 
> Warmly,
> Teresita Rios.
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From syedrizvinfb at gmail.com  Mon Apr 11 14:20:05 2022
From: syedrizvinfb at gmail.com (Syed Rizvi)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2022 10:20:05 -0400
Subject: [blindLaw] ZoomText & what computer?
In-Reply-To: <8053923D-D4B6-4358-AAA4-05AB9D62C3FC@jd16.law.harvard.edu>
References: <8053923D-D4B6-4358-AAA4-05AB9D62C3FC@jd16.law.harvard.edu>
Message-ID: <821E6D33-E9E7-4C1D-ACBE-566C1B775D07@gmail.com>

If you rely heavily on the screen reader feature of fusion, Dell's have some weird new spacial audio thing that really messes with the screen reader. I got a Dell for law school and immediately exchanged it for a Lenovo when I realized my screen reader wasn't properly working with my Dell and Dell corporate wasn't willing to fix it. The spacial audio is supposed to enhance movie watching but makes the screen reader echo a lot. I got my Lenovo because I used it at a law firm last summer and thought it was great. It's the Carbon x1. 


 

--

 

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Harvard Law School | JD Candidate' 2024 

Paul and Daisy Soros Fellow 

Jacobus Tenbroek Fellow 

SEO Law Fellow 

Lighthouse Guild Scholar 

Charles and Melva T. Owen Scholar

Rudolph Dillman Scholar 

 

The University of Texas at Austin | BA in Government' 2020 

Dean's Distinguished Graduate

High Honors


> On Apr 11, 2022, at 10:08 AM, Derek Manners via BlindLaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hi Teresita,
> 
> I don’t use Fusion, but I’ve never had an issue with Dell and Zoomtext. I currently use a Lenovo with Zoomtext, but have had Zoomtext with various computer brands and never noticed that making a difference.  All of my issues have been due to the interaction of various security measures and various applications that negatively interact with Zoomtext. I would be curious to hear what issues you’ve identified with Dell specifically as I’ve never heard of different laptop brands negatively impacting accessibility software. 
> 
> Best regards
> Derek
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
>> On Apr 11, 2022, at 8:28 AM, Teresita Rios via BlindLaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> 
>> Dear all,
>> For this summer my employer is providing a computer. I specifically mention
>> the issues with Dell. In response they are asking for recommendations.
>> Who uses Fusion and ZoomText and what computer do you use?
>> 
>> Thank you for your help.
>> 
>> Warmly,
>> Teresita Rios.
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From AMatney at reedsmith.com  Mon Apr 11 15:45:33 2022
From: AMatney at reedsmith.com (Matney, Angela R.)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2022 15:45:33 +0000
Subject: [blindLaw] ZoomText & what computer?
In-Reply-To: <821E6D33-E9E7-4C1D-ACBE-566C1B775D07@gmail.com>
References: <8053923D-D4B6-4358-AAA4-05AB9D62C3FC@jd16.law.harvard.edu>
 <821E6D33-E9E7-4C1D-ACBE-566C1B775D07@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <055401a7f8944cc9bd512133dd52a948@reedsmith.com>

The primary issue I’m aware of with Dell is the Waves MaxxAudio process, which can be disabled. Doing this has virtually eliminated the numerous crashes I was experiencing with JAWS and Office applications. I also turn off things like spatial audio in the sound settings in control panel. At least, these things have worked in Windows 10. At this point, having done these two things, I have no issues with my firm-issued Dell machines. Good luck.



Angela Matney,  CIPP/US (she/her)
Counsel
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EXTERNAL E-MAIL - From blindlaw at nfbnet.org<mailto:blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
If you rely heavily on the screen reader feature of fusion, Dell's have some weird new spacial audio thing that really messes with the screen reader. I got a Dell for law school and immediately exchanged it for a Lenovo when I realized my screen reader wasn't properly working with my Dell and Dell corporate wasn't willing to fix it. The spacial audio is supposed to enhance movie watching but makes the screen reader echo a lot. I got my Lenovo because I used it at a law firm last summer and thought it was great. It's the Carbon x1.




--



Syed Mahmud Rizvi



SRizvi at jd24.law.Harvard.edu<mailto:SRizvi at jd24.law.Harvard.edu>

(413)250-3523



Harvard Law School | JD Candidate' 2024

Paul and Daisy Soros Fellow

Jacobus Tenbroek Fellow

SEO Law Fellow

Lighthouse Guild Scholar

Charles and Melva T. Owen Scholar

Rudolph Dillman Scholar



The University of Texas at Austin | BA in Government' 2020

Dean's Distinguished Graduate

High Honors




External Signed

> On Apr 11, 2022, at 10:08 AM, Derek Manners via BlindLaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org<mailto:blindlaw at nfbnet.org>> wrote:
>
> Hi Teresita,
>
> I don’t use Fusion, but I’ve never had an issue with Dell and Zoomtext. I currently use a Lenovo with Zoomtext, but have had Zoomtext with various computer brands and never noticed that making a difference.  All of my issues have been due to the interaction of various security measures and various applications that negatively interact with Zoomtext. I would be curious to hear what issues you’ve identified with Dell specifically as I’ve never heard of different laptop brands negatively impacting accessibility software.
>
> Best regards
> Derek
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
>> On Apr 11, 2022, at 8:28 AM, Teresita Rios via BlindLaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org<mailto:blindlaw at nfbnet.org>> wrote:
>>
>> Dear all,
>> For this summer my employer is providing a computer. I specifically mention
>> the issues with Dell. In response they are asking for recommendations.
>> Who uses Fusion and ZoomText and what computer do you use?
>>
>> Thank you for your help.
>>
>> Warmly,
>> Teresita Rios.
>> _______________________________________________
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From steve.jacobson at outlook.com  Mon Apr 11 19:44:42 2022
From: steve.jacobson at outlook.com (Steve Jacobson)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2022 19:44:42 +0000
Subject: [blindLaw] ZoomText & what computer?
In-Reply-To: <8053923D-D4B6-4358-AAA4-05AB9D62C3FC@jd16.law.harvard.edu>
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Hi,

I am not a lawyer, but I would add that often the computers that are sold to businesses do not have some of the extra software on them that can cause problems with consumer versions of the same brands.  Therefore, even if one has had a problem with a given brand when purchasing that brand as a consumer, they may not have the same issue with that brand when it is sold to a business.  Also, if a company's Information Technology people install certain software for the whole company, they may have difficulties if a different brand than the company normally uses is purchased.


Best regards,

Steve Jacobson

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Subject: Re: [blindLaw] ZoomText & what computer?

Hi Teresita,

I don’t use Fusion, but I’ve never had an issue with Dell and Zoomtext. I currently use a Lenovo with Zoomtext, but have had Zoomtext with various computer brands and never noticed that making a difference.  All of my issues have been due to the interaction of various security measures and various applications that negatively interact with Zoomtext. I would be curious to hear what issues you’ve identified with Dell specifically as I’ve never heard of different laptop brands negatively impacting accessibility software. 

Best regards
Derek

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> On Apr 11, 2022, at 8:28 AM, Teresita Rios via BlindLaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Dear all,
> For this summer my employer is providing a computer. I specifically 
> mention the issues with Dell. In response they are asking for recommendations.
> Who uses Fusion and ZoomText and what computer do you use?
> 
> Thank you for your help.
> 
> Warmly,
> Teresita Rios.
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From matthewj.smith1914 at gmail.com  Mon Apr 11 22:50:49 2022
From: matthewj.smith1914 at gmail.com (Matthew Smith)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2022 17:50:49 -0500
Subject: [blindLaw] LSAT Testing formatting
Message-ID: <DBD22FB9-DD98-4481-8925-8D2CE075F31B@gmail.com>

Hello,
I am seeking confirmation about some information that I have received from the Law School Admissions Council, (LSAC). Has anyone taken the LSAT using a HTML format after May, 2020. I ask this because I was inform that LSAC does not provide this format due to their official platform being fully Accessible. 

From syedrizvinfb at gmail.com  Tue Apr 12 01:30:08 2022
From: syedrizvinfb at gmail.com (Syed Rizvi)
Date: Mon, 11 Apr 2022 21:30:08 -0400
Subject: [blindLaw] LSAT Testing formatting
In-Reply-To: <DBD22FB9-DD98-4481-8925-8D2CE075F31B@gmail.com>
References: <DBD22FB9-DD98-4481-8925-8D2CE075F31B@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <BB774D82-AC32-4DED-8560-16A07E516ABD@gmail.com>

There new LSAT flex may be accessible but have them show you a past exam using the new format and test it to see if it works for you.



 

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> On Apr 11, 2022, at 6:51 PM, Matthew Smith via BlindLaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hello,
> I am seeking confirmation about some information that I have received from the Law School Admissions Council, (LSAC). Has anyone taken the LSAT using a HTML format after May, 2020. I ask this because I was inform that LSAC does not provide this format due to their official platform being fully Accessible. 
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From nmpbrat at aol.com  Tue Apr 12 01:47:30 2022
From: nmpbrat at aol.com (nmpbrat at aol.com)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2022 01:47:30 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [blindLaw] ZoomText & what computer?
In-Reply-To: <CAKM5H_3reup0=YJDHga_oTKZ4ftj0FG601ArpMHifi0Gi5oJnQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAKM5H_3reup0=YJDHga_oTKZ4ftj0FG601ArpMHifi0Gi5oJnQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <1091515051.1688.1649728050560@mail.yahoo.com>

I am a Zoomtext user.  My personal computer is a Lenovo and my work computer is an HP.  I have not had any issues with Zoomtext on either.  Nicole


-----Original Message-----
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To: Blind Law Mailing List <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Teresita Rios <teresitarios22 at gmail.com>
Sent: Mon, Apr 11, 2022 8:26 am
Subject: [blindLaw] ZoomText & what computer?

Dear all,
For this summer my employer is providing a computer. I specifically mention
the issues with Dell. In response they are asking for recommendations.
Who uses Fusion and ZoomText and what computer do you use?

Thank you for your help.

Warmly,
Teresita Rios.
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From teresitarios22 at gmail.com  Tue Apr 12 04:40:57 2022
From: teresitarios22 at gmail.com (Teresita Rios)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2022 00:40:57 -0400
Subject: [blindLaw] ZoomText & what computer?
In-Reply-To: <1091515051.1688.1649728050560@mail.yahoo.com>
References: <CAKM5H_3reup0=YJDHga_oTKZ4ftj0FG601ArpMHifi0Gi5oJnQ@mail.gmail.com>
 <1091515051.1688.1649728050560@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <CAKM5H_3rCvLNe+UX5DaMDd2-veRa-sXKMRA+My7RS5DNbtYTrg@mail.gmail.com>

I use ZoomText, and Fusion.
The screen looks odd. and then it crashes a lot and overheats.
WavesAudio has been disabled.
I did ask for a Lenovo for This Summer's Internship.

Thank you all.


On Mon, Apr 11, 2022 at 9:47 PM <nmpbrat at aol.com> wrote:

> I am a Zoomtext user.  My personal computer is a Lenovo and my work
> computer is an HP.  I have not had any issues with Zoomtext on either.
> Nicole
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
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> Sent: Mon, Apr 11, 2022 8:26 am
> Subject: [blindLaw] ZoomText & what computer?
>
> Dear all,
> For this summer my employer is providing a computer. I specifically mention
> the issues with Dell. In response they are asking for recommendations.
> Who uses Fusion and ZoomText and what computer do you use?
>
> Thank you for your help.
>
> Warmly,
> Teresita Rios.
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From pleaseletmesee2016 at gmail.com  Tue Apr 12 15:40:55 2022
From: pleaseletmesee2016 at gmail.com (Yoon Kim)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2022 11:40:55 -0400
Subject: [blindLaw] LSAT Testing formatting
In-Reply-To: <DBD22FB9-DD98-4481-8925-8D2CE075F31B@gmail.com>
References: <DBD22FB9-DD98-4481-8925-8D2CE075F31B@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <9F965ACB-92CA-4717-8678-A7E384D42DCA@gmail.com>

Hey? I am on the same boat. Although my knowledge might be limited, ask away…

Sent from my iPhone

> On Apr 11, 2022, at 6:51 PM, Matthew Smith via BlindLaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hello,
> I am seeking confirmation about some information that I have received from the Law School Admissions Council, (LSAC). Has anyone taken the LSAT using a HTML format after May, 2020. I ask this because I was inform that LSAC does not provide this format due to their official platform being fully Accessible. 
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From laurenbishop96 at icloud.com  Tue Apr 12 16:17:59 2022
From: laurenbishop96 at icloud.com (Lauren Bishop)
Date: Tue, 12 Apr 2022 12:17:59 -0400
Subject: [blindLaw] LSAT Testing formatting
In-Reply-To: <9F965ACB-92CA-4717-8678-A7E384D42DCA@gmail.com>
References: <9F965ACB-92CA-4717-8678-A7E384D42DCA@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <1161DED3-DA60-4391-B664-C2D1EE3EBF93@icloud.com>

Hello all,
The official platform that the LSAT uses is fully accessible however, the HTML format had a feature in the reading comprehension section that allowed the user to click a hyperlink that would bring the user back to the text that the question was referring to. This is not available in the new LSAT flex version, and I really didn’t like that. 

Sent from my iPhone

> On Apr 12, 2022, at 11:42 AM, Yoon Kim via BlindLaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hey? I am on the same boat. Although my knowledge might be limited, ask away…
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
>> On Apr 11, 2022, at 6:51 PM, Matthew Smith via BlindLaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> 
>> Hello,
>> I am seeking confirmation about some information that I have received from the Law School Admissions Council, (LSAC). Has anyone taken the LSAT using a HTML format after May, 2020. I ask this because I was inform that LSAC does not provide this format due to their official platform being fully Accessible. 
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From jtfetter at yahoo.com  Thu Apr 14 13:11:27 2022
From: jtfetter at yahoo.com (James Fetter)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2022 09:11:27 -0400
Subject: [blindLaw] Any accessible tools for redacting documents?
References: <BCC80B13-57DC-4B32-8A48-842CA49B9CAC.ref@yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <BCC80B13-57DC-4B32-8A48-842CA49B9CAC@yahoo.com>

Dear all,
I have been asked by a former colleague whether there are any accessible tools for redacting documents. She is trying to accommodate a blind attorney, whose primary task will be document review and—she hopes anyway—redaction. I am not aware of any, and I suspect there are none. But I want to do my due diligence and see if I can help her. Thanks!
James


Sent from my iPhone


From rothmanjd at gmail.com  Fri Apr 15 01:20:17 2022
From: rothmanjd at gmail.com (Ronza Othman)
Date: Thu, 14 Apr 2022 21:20:17 -0400
Subject: [blindLaw] Job Posting: EEO Specialist
Message-ID: <019901d85066$f7ff9c80$e7fed580$@gmail.com>

Hi Everyone,

I've recently posted a position for an EEO Specialist, GS-9/11 position at
the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare &
Medicaid Services.  Although the announcement doesn't specifically recruit
for attorneys, everyone currently on my staff in this position is an
attorney.  Individuals with disabilities who are Schedule A eligible are
encouraged to apply.  Though this position is largely remote, the individual
needs to live in the Baltimore/DC local commuting area.

 

The information is below.

*	Job Announcement Number: CMS-OEOCR-22-11455561-ST
*	Position: Equal Employment Opportunity Specialist, GS-0260-9/11
*	Area of Consideration: ST - Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL),
Federal employees - Competitive service, Federal employees - Excepted
service, Individuals with disabilities, Military spouses, Peace Corps &
AmeriCorps Vista, Special authorities, Veterans
*	Duty Locations: Woodlawn, MD
*	Open Date: April 11, 2022
*	Close Date: April 22, 2022

 

This position is located in the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS),
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Office of Equal Opportunity
and Civil Rights (OEOCR), Equal Employment Opportunity Compliance Group
(EEOCG).

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Specialist, GS-0260-9/11, you will serve
as an equal employment opportunity (EEO) specialist to provide information
that addresses various employment discrimination issues.

 


Duties


*	Responsible for accurately documenting all contacts and ensures the
necessary paperwork is completed by the Counselee in order to process a
complaint.
*	Conduct an initial interview with the Counselee for purposes of
determining the claim(s) and basis and addressing any jurisdictional issues.
*	Prepare draft Counselor's Report and drafts the Notice of Final
Interview and Right to File Formal for issuance by a higher graded employee.
*	Participate in the formulation of operating policies and guidelines
that address EEO complaint processing at CMS to ensure that all complaints
of alleged discrimination are promptly and fairly adjudicated.
*	Provide internal guidance and advice within OEOCR on legal issues
relating to reasonable accommodation, harassment prevention and training as
assigned.


Qualifications


ALL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE CLOSING
DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.

Your resume must include detailed information as it relates to the
responsibilities and specialized experience for this position. Evidence of
copying and pasting directly from the vacancy announcement without clearly
documenting supplemental information to describe your experience will result
in an ineligible rating. This will prevent you from receiving further
consideration.

In order to qualify for the GS-09, you must meet the following: You must
demonstrate in your resume at least one year (52 weeks) of qualifying
specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level in the Federal
government, obtained in either the private or public sector, to include: (1)
Assisting with employing case law, regulations, executive orders, policies
and guidance that apply to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) complaints;
(2) Gathering analysis of research, laws, regulations and policies to
formulate legal arguments; AND (3) Assisting specialists with preparing
written materials related to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) complaints.
- OR -
Substitution of Education for Experience: You may substitute education for
specialized experience at the GS-09 level by possessing a Master's or
equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level
graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related to
the position being filled.
- OR -
Combination of Experience and Education: Only graduate education in excess
of the amount required for the GS-07 grade level may be used to qualify
applicants for positions at the grade GS-09. Therefore, only education in
excess of 1 full year of graduate level education may be used to combine
education and experience.

In order to qualify for the GS-11, you must meet the following: You must
demonstrate in your resume at least one year (52 weeks) of qualifying
specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level in the Federal
government, obtained in either the private or public sector), to include:
(1) Employing case law, regulations, executive orders, policies and guidance
that apply to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)complaints; (2) Conducting
analysis of research, laws, regulations and policies to formulate legal
arguments; AND (3) Preparing written materials related to Equal Employment
Opportunity (EEO) complaints.
- OR -
Substitution of Education for Experience: You may substitute education for
specialized experience at the GS-11 level by possessing 3 full years of
progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or
Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or LL.M., if related to the position
being filled.
- OR -
Combination of Experience and Education: Only graduate education in excess
of the amount required for the GS-09 grade level may be used to qualify
applicants for positions at the grade GS-11. Therefore, only education in
excess of a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of
progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree, may
be used to combine education and experience.

TRANSCRIPTS are required to verify satisfactory completion of the
educational requirement related to substitution of education for experience
and combination of experience and education. Please see "Required Documents"
section below for what documentation is required at the time of application.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work
done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and
other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious;
spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical
competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and
experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive
credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Time-in-Grade: To be eligible, current or former Federal employees and
current or former Federal employees applying under the VEOA eligibility who
hold or have held a permanent General Schedule position in the previous year
must have served at least 52 weeks (one year) at the next lower grade level
from the position/grade level(s) to which they are applying.

 

To view this posting, please click on the following direct link: 

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/647907000

 

 

All eligible employees/individuals are encouraged to apply.

 

Ronza M. Othman (she/her/hers), Director, EEO Compliance Group, Office of
Equal Opportunity and Civil Rights, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
- 7500 Security Blvd, N3-22-16, Baltimore, MD 21244 - 410-786-3274 (o);
443-380-5044 (f)

 

CMS aspires to create: a culture that values and recognizes our employees'
unique identities and perspectives; an environment that provides all
employees with equitable access to opportunities for growth and development;
and a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. 

 


From tim at timeldermusic.com  Fri Apr 15 16:48:33 2022
From: tim at timeldermusic.com (tim at timeldermusic.com)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2022 09:48:33 -0700
Subject: [blindLaw] Any accessible tools for redacting documents?
In-Reply-To: <BCC80B13-57DC-4B32-8A48-842CA49B9CAC@yahoo.com>
References: <BCC80B13-57DC-4B32-8A48-842CA49B9CAC.ref@yahoo.com>
 <BCC80B13-57DC-4B32-8A48-842CA49B9CAC@yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <022c01d850e8$a56739b0$f035ad10$@timeldermusic.com>

There are ways to do this as a blind user.  I recall having success in a version of Adobe Pro.  You might check the latest version of Adobe DC.  It will require some pretty solid general technology and special screen reader compitance.  It wasn't simple to do and it didn't seem very efficient in my limited trial.  I'd be more concerned that the review would need to be synchronized with document management software and ESI compliance.


-----Original Message-----
From: James Fetter <jtfetter at yahoo.com> 
Sent: Thursday, April 14, 2022 6:11 AM
To: blindlaw at nfbnet.org
Subject: [blindLaw] Any accessible tools for redacting documents?

Dear all,
I have been asked by a former colleague whether there are any accessible tools for redacting documents. She is trying to accommodate a blind attorney, whose primary task will be document review and—she hopes anyway—redaction. I am not aware of any, and I suspect there are none. But I want to do my due diligence and see if I can help her. Thanks!
James


Sent from my iPhone





From jtfetter at yahoo.com  Fri Apr 15 17:05:19 2022
From: jtfetter at yahoo.com (James Fetter)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2022 13:05:19 -0400
Subject: [blindLaw] Any accessible tools for redacting documents?
In-Reply-To: <022c01d850e8$a56739b0$f035ad10$@timeldermusic.com>
References: <022c01d850e8$a56739b0$f035ad10$@timeldermusic.com>
Message-ID: <4D0DA0FD-8A7C-473C-8BB2-F2F7EC57CF07@yahoo.com>



Thanks, Tim! I don’t suppose there is a cheat sheet or any sort of guide on how to do this? I am just looking to help out my former colleague, so she can accommodate this intern. So anything easy  to implement or learn would be helpful. Thanks. Sent from my iPhone

> On Apr 15, 2022, at 12:48 PM, tim at timeldermusic.com wrote:
> 
> There are ways to do this as a blind user.  I recall having success in a version of Adobe Pro.  You might check the latest version of Adobe DC.  It will require some pretty solid general technology and special screen reader compitance.  It wasn't simple to do and it didn't seem very efficient in my limited trial.  I'd be more concerned that the review would need to be synchronized with document management software and ESI compliance.
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: James Fetter <jtfetter at yahoo.com> 
> Sent: Thursday, April 14, 2022 6:11 AM
> To: blindlaw at nfbnet.org
> Subject: [blindLaw] Any accessible tools for redacting documents?
> 
> Dear all,
> I have been asked by a former colleague whether there are any accessible tools for redacting documents. She is trying to accommodate a blind attorney, whose primary task will be document review and—she hopes anyway—redaction. I am not aware of any, and I suspect there are none. But I want to do my due diligence and see if I can help her. Thanks!
> James
> 
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
> 
> 



From tim at timeldermusic.com  Fri Apr 15 19:35:34 2022
From: tim at timeldermusic.com (tim at timeldermusic.com)
Date: Fri, 15 Apr 2022 12:35:34 -0700
Subject: [blindLaw] Any accessible tools for redacting documents?
In-Reply-To: <4D0DA0FD-8A7C-473C-8BB2-F2F7EC57CF07@yahoo.com>
References: <022c01d850e8$a56739b0$f035ad10$@timeldermusic.com>
 <4D0DA0FD-8A7C-473C-8BB2-F2F7EC57CF07@yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <025501d850ff$fa20dd50$ee6297f0$@timeldermusic.com>

Sorry.  I wish I had more specifics to share.  The intern might need to experiment with the 2017 version of Adobe Pro and compare that with the new Adobe DC product.  There is probably a free trial for DC.


-----Original Message-----
From: James Fetter <jtfetter at yahoo.com> 
Sent: Friday, April 15, 2022 10:05 AM
To: tim at timeldermusic.com
Cc: blindlaw at nfbnet.org
Subject: Re: [blindLaw] Any accessible tools for redacting documents?



Thanks, Tim! I don’t suppose there is a cheat sheet or any sort of guide on how to do this? I am just looking to help out my former colleague, so she can accommodate this intern. So anything easy  to implement or learn would be helpful. Thanks. Sent from my iPhone

> On Apr 15, 2022, at 12:48 PM, tim at timeldermusic.com wrote:
> 
> There are ways to do this as a blind user.  I recall having success in a version of Adobe Pro.  You might check the latest version of Adobe DC.  It will require some pretty solid general technology and special screen reader compitance.  It wasn't simple to do and it didn't seem very efficient in my limited trial.  I'd be more concerned that the review would need to be synchronized with document management software and ESI compliance.
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: James Fetter <jtfetter at yahoo.com> 
> Sent: Thursday, April 14, 2022 6:11 AM
> To: blindlaw at nfbnet.org
> Subject: [blindLaw] Any accessible tools for redacting documents?
> 
> Dear all,
> I have been asked by a former colleague whether there are any accessible tools for redacting documents. She is trying to accommodate a blind attorney, whose primary task will be document review and—she hopes anyway—redaction. I am not aware of any, and I suspect there are none. But I want to do my due diligence and see if I can help her. Thanks!
> James
> 
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
> 
> 




From teresitarios22 at gmail.com  Mon Apr 18 01:39:02 2022
From: teresitarios22 at gmail.com (Teresita Rios)
Date: Sun, 17 Apr 2022 21:39:02 -0400
Subject: [blindLaw] Any accessible tools for redacting documents?
In-Reply-To: <025501d850ff$fa20dd50$ee6297f0$@timeldermusic.com>
References: <022c01d850e8$a56739b0$f035ad10$@timeldermusic.com>
 <4D0DA0FD-8A7C-473C-8BB2-F2F7EC57CF07@yahoo.com>
 <025501d850ff$fa20dd50$ee6297f0$@timeldermusic.com>
Message-ID: <CAKM5H_2Etyf-+-TsE6vSyPV9t5U0eJs5DFDOUX5+340Op3ULRA@mail.gmail.com>

NDVA  is good with PDFs and adobe. in Filling out forms and in navigating
them.
Not Jaws, Nor ZoomText nor VoiceOver. (those are only good for quick
reading)
I like to convert my PDFs to Word. if possible I always ask for
ABBYFineReader.
or to get the Word version of the file.
As I like to use fusion and have a hard time switching computer screen
readers.

Hope this is helpful. I will look for a NDVA cheat-sheet .





On Fri, Apr 15, 2022 at 3:36 PM Tim Elder via BlindLaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org>
wrote:

> Sorry.  I wish I had more specifics to share.  The intern might need to
> experiment with the 2017 version of Adobe Pro and compare that with the new
> Adobe DC product.  There is probably a free trial for DC.
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: James Fetter <jtfetter at yahoo.com>
> Sent: Friday, April 15, 2022 10:05 AM
> To: tim at timeldermusic.com
> Cc: blindlaw at nfbnet.org
> Subject: Re: [blindLaw] Any accessible tools for redacting documents?
>
>
>
> Thanks, Tim! I don’t suppose there is a cheat sheet or any sort of guide
> on how to do this? I am just looking to help out my former colleague, so
> she can accommodate this intern. So anything easy  to implement or learn
> would be helpful. Thanks. Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On Apr 15, 2022, at 12:48 PM, tim at timeldermusic.com wrote:
> >
> > There are ways to do this as a blind user.  I recall having success in
> a version of Adobe Pro.  You might check the latest version of Adobe DC.
> It will require some pretty solid general technology and special screen
> reader compitance.  It wasn't simple to do and it didn't seem very
> efficient in my limited trial.  I'd be more concerned that the review would
> need to be synchronized with document management software and ESI
> compliance.
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: James Fetter <jtfetter at yahoo.com>
> > Sent: Thursday, April 14, 2022 6:11 AM
> > To: blindlaw at nfbnet.org
> > Subject: [blindLaw] Any accessible tools for redacting documents?
> >
> > Dear all,
> > I have been asked by a former colleague whether there are any accessible
> tools for redacting documents. She is trying to accommodate a blind
> attorney, whose primary task will be document review and—she hopes
> anyway—redaction. I am not aware of any, and I suspect there are none. But
> I want to do my due diligence and see if I can help her. Thanks!
> > James
> >
> >
> > Sent from my iPhone
> >
> >
> >
>
>
>
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From rahul.bajaj1038 at gmail.com  Thu Apr 21 05:52:26 2022
From: rahul.bajaj1038 at gmail.com (Rahul Bajaj)
Date: Thu, 21 Apr 2022 11:22:26 +0530
Subject: [blindLaw] Interacting with tables in Google Docs with JAWS
Message-ID: <CADFycPYUyfJJ3q5gwc+ARSyVJvyR3Qg8Q8_ogAM7vFSXRHSYwg@mail.gmail.com>

Hi All,

Yesterday, I had to enter some sub-headings in a table I work working on
with colleagues in Google Docs. I found this very hard to do. Principally,
this was because JAWS was not moving from one cell to the other smoothly.
It would start messing up the indentation when I would try to use the tab
key to move from one cell to the other.

When I opened the document with NVDA, NVDA did not interact with the
document altogether. it just kept saying blank. I finally managed to
complete the exercise with great difficulty by using arrow keys with JAWS.

Surely, there has to be a better way to do this. Please let me know your
thoughts on the matter.

Warmly,
Rahul

-- 
--
Rahul Bajaj
Senior Resident Fellow,
Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy, New Delhi, India
Rhodes Scholar (India and Linacre 2018)
University of Oxford

From ThomasDukeman at outlook.com  Thu Apr 21 08:21:07 2022
From: ThomasDukeman at outlook.com (Thomas Dukeman)
Date: Thu, 21 Apr 2022 08:21:07 +0000
Subject: [blindLaw] Judge Shopping
Message-ID: <CO1PR06MB791676E446690EA79E8FBE8DADF49@CO1PR06MB7916.namprd06.prod.outlook.com>

Hello!

I was looking through an article for one of my classes and came across a term I was unfamiliar with. It called it Judge Shopping, and apparently that is when you just blanket an area with similar lawsuits to different judges trying to see which one will give you the best outcome? Is this something that is actually that much of an issue because it seems grossly unethical and pretty sure it might end up in a violation of double jeopardy because more than one court is trying the same case.

Thanks for your time,
Tom


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From NSingh at cov.com  Thu Apr 21 13:33:24 2022
From: NSingh at cov.com (Singh, Nandini)
Date: Thu, 21 Apr 2022 13:33:24 +0000
Subject: [blindLaw] Judge Shopping
In-Reply-To: <CO1PR06MB791676E446690EA79E8FBE8DADF49@CO1PR06MB7916.namprd06.prod.outlook.com>
References: <CO1PR06MB791676E446690EA79E8FBE8DADF49@CO1PR06MB7916.namprd06.prod.outlook.com>
Message-ID: <1bdf7b5f76984707a42c59859cae8e08@cov.com>

Yes, it does happen, though I think it flourishes among the ranks of the professional plaintiff set. The legal ethics issue is another question. And just so you know, double jeopardy is a criminal law concept and would not apply here. 

-----Original Message-----
From: BlindLaw <blindlaw-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Thomas Dukeman via BlindLaw
Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2022 4:21 AM
To: 'Blind Law Mailing List' <BlindLaw at nfbnet.org>
Cc: Thomas Dukeman <ThomasDukeman at outlook.com>
Subject: [blindLaw] Judge Shopping

[EXTERNAL]

Hello!

I was looking through an article for one of my classes and came across a term I was unfamiliar with. It called it Judge Shopping, and apparently that is when you just blanket an area with similar lawsuits to different judges trying to see which one will give you the best outcome? Is this something that is actually that much of an issue because it seems grossly unethical and pretty sure it might end up in a violation of double jeopardy because more than one court is trying the same case.

Thanks for your time,
Tom


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From pleaseletmesee2016 at gmail.com  Thu Apr 21 15:42:43 2022
From: pleaseletmesee2016 at gmail.com (Yoon)
Date: Thu, 21 Apr 2022 11:42:43 -0400
Subject: [blindLaw] off topic...
Message-ID: <001801d85596$71ad0750$550715f0$@gmail.com>

Hello all!

 

Perhaps this mailing list isn't the most appropriate venue for this quick
question of mine, but I totally rely on the sage advice of this group. 

 

I would like to dabble with stocks and investments, a backburner project
while I pursue my legal career. But so many of these sites are inaccessible,
any good recommendations for accessible financial tool apps? Thank you!!!


From blindstein at gmail.com  Thu Apr 21 15:59:22 2022
From: blindstein at gmail.com (Justin Harford)
Date: Thu, 21 Apr 2022 08:59:22 -0700
Subject: [blindLaw] Interacting with tables in Google Docs with JAWS
In-Reply-To: <CADFycPYUyfJJ3q5gwc+ARSyVJvyR3Qg8Q8_ogAM7vFSXRHSYwg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CADFycPYUyfJJ3q5gwc+ARSyVJvyR3Qg8Q8_ogAM7vFSXRHSYwg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <347784E1-4876-46C0-ADFE-E7CF3355CF1E@gmail.com>

Hello

You definitely don’t use the tab key, as that will add paragraph indentation.

Try these commands:
Navigate row by row  with up or down arrow, or up or  down arrow holding control + Alt
Navigate  column by column using left or right arrow holding down Ctrl + alt

Ctrl + alt + z turns on screen reader mode
Ctrl + alt + h enable braille

For some reason, nvda has had issues when braille was not enabled even when I was not using a braille display.

Make sure that browse mode is turned off.

Regards, Justin


Sent from my iPad

> On Apr 20, 2022, at 10:53 PM, Rahul Bajaj via BlindLaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hi All,
> 
> Yesterday, I had to enter some sub-headings in a table I work working on
> with colleagues in Google Docs. I found this very hard to do. Principally,
> this was because JAWS was not moving from one cell to the other smoothly.
> It would start messing up the indentation when I would try to use the tab
> key to move from one cell to the other.
> 
> When I opened the document with NVDA, NVDA did not interact with the
> document altogether. it just kept saying blank. I finally managed to
> complete the exercise with great difficulty by using arrow keys with JAWS.
> 
> Surely, there has to be a better way to do this. Please let me know your
> thoughts on the matter.
> 
> Warmly,
> Rahul
> 
> -- 
> --
> Rahul Bajaj
> Senior Resident Fellow,
> Vidhi Centre for Legal Policy, New Delhi, India
> Rhodes Scholar (India and Linacre 2018)
> University of Oxford
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From blindstein at gmail.com  Thu Apr 21 16:15:24 2022
From: blindstein at gmail.com (Justin Harford)
Date: Thu, 21 Apr 2022 09:15:24 -0700
Subject: [blindLaw] off topic...
In-Reply-To: <001801d85596$71ad0750$550715f0$@gmail.com>
References: <001801d85596$71ad0750$550715f0$@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <5BD61352-7818-4A16-B547-352C52194965@gmail.com>

I use Fidelity. A blind friend of mine uses  E*TRADE  (both of us use screen readers). 

The Apple Stocks app and the yahoo finance apps work pretty well in iOS for different tasks.

The securities and exchange commission hosts company public filings which can be accessed in HTML, Microsoft word or XL. 

Best 
J

Sent from my iPad

> On Apr 21, 2022, at 8:43 AM, Yoon via BlindLaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Hello all!
> 
> 
> 
> Perhaps this mailing list isn't the most appropriate venue for this quick
> question of mine, but I totally rely on the sage advice of this group. 
> 
> 
> 
> I would like to dabble with stocks and investments, a backburner project
> while I pursue my legal career. But so many of these sites are inaccessible,
> any good recommendations for accessible financial tool apps? Thank you!!!
> 
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From dmanners at jd16.law.harvard.edu  Fri Apr 22 22:34:47 2022
From: dmanners at jd16.law.harvard.edu (Derek Manners)
Date: Fri, 22 Apr 2022 18:34:47 -0400
Subject: [blindLaw] off topic...
In-Reply-To: <5BD61352-7818-4A16-B547-352C52194965@gmail.com>
References: <5BD61352-7818-4A16-B547-352C52194965@gmail.com>
Message-ID: <D63CCD07-C5C2-481E-B36A-2AD05BD0179D@jd16.law.harvard.edu>

Also a huge fan of fidelity. 

Sent from my iPhone

> On Apr 21, 2022, at 12:16 PM, Justin Harford via BlindLaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> I use Fidelity. A blind friend of mine uses  E*TRADE  (both of us use screen readers). 
> 
> The Apple Stocks app and the yahoo finance apps work pretty well in iOS for different tasks.
> 
> The securities and exchange commission hosts company public filings which can be accessed in HTML, Microsoft word or XL. 
> 
> Best 
> J
> 
> Sent from my iPad
> 
>> On Apr 21, 2022, at 8:43 AM, Yoon via BlindLaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> 
>> Hello all!
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Perhaps this mailing list isn't the most appropriate venue for this quick
>> question of mine, but I totally rely on the sage advice of this group. 
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> I would like to dabble with stocks and investments, a backburner project
>> while I pursue my legal career. But so many of these sites are inaccessible,
>> any good recommendations for accessible financial tool apps? Thank you!!!
>> 
>> _______________________________________________
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From pleaseletmesee2016 at gmail.com  Sat Apr 23 01:56:54 2022
From: pleaseletmesee2016 at gmail.com (Yoon Kim)
Date: Fri, 22 Apr 2022 21:56:54 -0400
Subject: [blindLaw] off topic...
In-Reply-To: <D63CCD07-C5C2-481E-B36A-2AD05BD0179D@jd16.law.harvard.edu>
References: <D63CCD07-C5C2-481E-B36A-2AD05BD0179D@jd16.law.harvard.edu>
Message-ID: <69714E05-1660-4260-B479-EED8B28F3E27@gmail.com>

Thank you all for your wonderful and enlightening words of wisdom!

Sent from my iPhone

> On Apr 22, 2022, at 6:37 PM, Derek Manners via BlindLaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Also a huge fan of fidelity. 
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
>> On Apr 21, 2022, at 12:16 PM, Justin Harford via BlindLaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> 
>> I use Fidelity. A blind friend of mine uses  E*TRADE  (both of us use screen readers). 
>> 
>> The Apple Stocks app and the yahoo finance apps work pretty well in iOS for different tasks.
>> 
>> The securities and exchange commission hosts company public filings which can be accessed in HTML, Microsoft word or XL. 
>> 
>> Best 
>> J
>> 
>> Sent from my iPad
>> 
>>>> On Apr 21, 2022, at 8:43 AM, Yoon via BlindLaw <blindlaw at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>> 
>>> Hello all!
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Perhaps this mailing list isn't the most appropriate venue for this quick
>>> question of mine, but I totally rely on the sage advice of this group. 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> I would like to dabble with stocks and investments, a backburner project
>>> while I pursue my legal career. But so many of these sites are inaccessible,
>>> any good recommendations for accessible financial tool apps? Thank you!!!
>>> 
>>> _______________________________________________
>>> BlindLaw mailing list
>>> BlindLaw at nfbnet.org
>>> http://nfbnet.org/mailman/listinfo/blindlaw_nfbnet.org
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From ThomasDukeman at outlook.com  Sat Apr 30 15:16:34 2022
From: ThomasDukeman at outlook.com (Thomas Dukeman)
Date: Sat, 30 Apr 2022 15:16:34 +0000
Subject: [blindLaw] Copyright law involving posthumous publication by another
Message-ID: <CO1PR06MB791671C94D92A66F1DA2B51DADFF9@CO1PR06MB7916.namprd06.prod.outlook.com>

Hello felloe legal beagles!

If I understand basic copyright law so far, once one has acquired the copyright to something, it is retained for the life of the owner plus 70 years. I am referring to US Law and US authors by the way. In 1985, Frank Herbert had died after publishing 6 books in his famous Dune franchise and planned at least for 2 more additional entries of which he left extensive notes behind. His son ended up publishing them instead though, as was the case with JRR Tolkien and his son involving the publication of the Silmarillion. Now I also know that works for hire exist too but those are created at the direction of another and as far as I am aware, no one told them to publish these books on their father’s behalf. Anyone know how these publications got categorized?

Tom

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