Sentences with phrase «for plain language»

If ever there was a time for plain language drafting, documents that: * have serious consequences * that will be read under conditions of stress, * by non-legally trained persons * with limited access to lawyers the Anton Pillar model order seems to be one.

No party had argued at arbitration for a plain language reading of «year of service».

Does this cultural norm — which serves as a red line around lawyer «expertise» — limit enthusiasm for plain language reforms inside the legal profession?

A few more justifications for plain language in legal affairs: Canadian Philosophy of Plain Language

For plain language, you want the score to be over 60.

To introduce art and text, I have chosen two artists known for plain language — the language of LEDs, inscriptions, and stencils.

If the SOA or PDS contains words or phrases you don't understand, use our glossary to search for a plain language definition.

Each of DOT's 10 Operating Administrations, as well as the Office of the Secretary of Transportation, has designated a point of contact for plain language matters (See Appendix A).

Additionally, FTA's Deputy Chief Counsel ensures that attorneys review all circulars, Federal Register notices, rulemakings, and other legal documents for plain language before publication.

The Office of Chief Counsel revised its Master Agreement and Certifications and Assurances for grantees with plain language in mind, and released advisory circulars on several topics that were thoroughly reviewed for plain language.

For example, the attorneys from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) thoroughly reviewed the August 15, 2012, policy guidance on environmental justice for plain language.

ask for plain language explanations and obtain independent professional legal or financial advice if unsure

Not exact matches

That may be too plain of language for you, but that's the gist of things.

Although the plain - English BASIC programming language was designed to make it easy for anyone to use a computer, access to computers was limited back then.

The package also contains bills directing agencies to craft the least costly rules possible, to publish cost estimates for rules in development, and to publish «plain language» summaries of proposed rules online, a salvo at the impenetrable verbal thickets that confound small - business owners, who typically handle compliance themselves.

To further increase the possibility that all borrowers have a fair opportunity to request a foreclosure review, the Comptroller of the Currency and the Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System should enhance the readability of the request - for - review form on the independent foreclosure review website so that it is more understandable for borrowers, such as by including a plain language guide to the questions.

A plain - language guide for people who receive stock options or other forms of equity compensation.

The language for these statements must be unambiguous and use plain language (i.e. not full of legalese)

We must use plain language in any document that — is necessary for obtaining any federal government benefit or service or filing taxes provides information about any federal government benefit or service, or explains to the public how to comply with a requirement that the federal government administers or enforces.

Specifics — whether a plain language, line - by - line explanation of budgeting or an honest conversation about how money and marriage can be challenging — instead of a general message of «doing a better job managing our resources» would have provided a balm for my soul.

They much prefer to believe that it must be those gay people... Yet Ezekiel spells it out for them in very plain language.

«Again, the corrupt and unsound form of speaking in the plural number to a single person, you to one, instead of thou, contrary to the pure, plain, and single language of truth, thou to one, and you to more than one, which had always been used by God to men, and men to God, as well as one to another, from the oldest record of time till corrupt men, for corrupt ends, in later and corrupt times, to flatter, fawn, and work upon the corrupt nature in men, brought in that false and senseless way of speaking you to one, which has since corrupted the modern languages, and hath greatly debased the spirits and depraved the manners of men; — this evil custom I had been as forward in as others, and this I was now called out of and required to cease from.

The NT was written in the «plain language» of the day, so it was meant for common people to understand it.

This DIY psyllium fiber supplement dissolves just as easily as the storebought stuff and isn't spit up - inducing like psyllium powder alone (sorry for the graphic language, but it's true... swallowing chunks of psyllium goo is just plain old grrrross!)

Just wanted to say thanks for doing the hard work — translating certifications into plain language — for me!

Then tell him what you know in very plain terms — that the man has a seeing - eye dog or cane because he can't see, for example, or that the woman is using sign language because she can't hear.

The HALF editorial board, plain language firm, and the researchers used this content to inform the evaluative focus groups, the themes for the HALF action oriented parent messages, and the HALF Physician Implementation Guide.

From the plain language summary — «However, there is no strong evidence from randomised trials to favour either planned hospital birth or planned home birth for low - risk pregnant women.

«The 2013 MOU reached an agreement with the state for their violations of the compact, it did not change the underlying terms of the compact, which is clearly in plain language that the revenue share was for 14 years,» said Gates.

«Per the plain language of the compact, revenue share contribution exists for 14 years.

Including a public - facing portion of an institutional, lab, and / or personal website (i.e., a section that uses plain language to concisely describe your research) is a smart strategy for providing information of greater use to public audiences.

Fortunately, he wears his learning lightly and conveys his deep understanding and passion for shells in language plain enough for anyone with some background in biology.

The gory details can be found in the access chart in our subscriptions area; below, we present a brief plain - language summary of your options for unlocking the site's riches.

We're looking for them to be able to speak plain English to the public in common, everyday language, and it's rare to find someone who can do that.

What I most enjoyed about my studies was explaining exactly what I was doing in plain language, for example, writing a lucid dissertation about new medicines to combat AIDS.

For example, the members of a research group called DZero at the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab) recently began publishing on the Internet plain language versions of their scholarly papers.

I realize that Gavin is writing for fellow climate researchers rather than such as I who only have a medical doctorate, but surely there is some language, Gavin, that could more clearly, in plain English, describe what his objections, in the main, are, to those who raise some doubts as to the long - term climate record and what may have caused previous warmings.

American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS): Development of online citizen science products such as Google Mercury, Mercury Mappers, Geo Hunters; production and publication of printed and e-book versions of plain language book «Exploring the Inner Solar System»; production of podcasts featuring MESSENGER; evaluation and dissemination of MESSENGER educational products via AAAS's SciLinks site for educators; public programs at AAAS featuring MESSENGER.

P.S. I recently wrote an article about SEO (search engine optimization) for bloggers from a non-expert perspective (meaning in plain language) that you might find helpful!

Generally, these guidelines have been used for those implementing at a local level, and written in plain language, they're meant to be a service to educators and parents.

To write about your class; * Six full colour animated power point shows with attached authentic French speaking sound files, listening, speaking, reading and writing activities as well as music for songs, raps and interactive programmed classroom games for every learning objective: * A set of six screen by screen guidance lesson plans, with a plain speak vocabulary for all the language in the unit, grammar notes and answers for ppshow and workbook activities.

Courts have been applying a «clear statement» rule for federal grant - in - aid conditions, stipulating that a federal agency can not withhold funds unless states have been told their obligations in plain language.

Information packs include facts about the country, its location, geography, modern history, ancient history, climate, general information, famous people and inventions etc Display • Photo packs for each country • Country names flashcards, key word flashcards, food flashcards, population statistics poster, A4 flags Maps and Activities • Maps of each country, Scandinavia, the Arctic circle, Europe, the world, continents, map jigsaw, maps to colour, matching cards, flag activities, Language (As Swedish is the most common language spoken across Scandinavia resources are included in this languages) • Number flashcards from 1 - 20 in Swedish • Days of the week in English and Swedish flashcards • Months of the year flashcards in English and Swedish • Common phrases cards — in English and Swedish • Colour flashcards in Swedish • A4 speech bubbles showing «hello» in each Scandinavian language Activities • Themed writing paper with flags to frame pupils work • Writing activities, drawing activities, make a presentation, research note pad, place mat, reward chart, word search, quiz, etc Borders, Banners and Buntings • Extra large lettering spelling «SCANDINAVIA» • Long banners for each country name, buntings with names • patterned and plain display borders and packing paper if needed

I am confident that some of the courts, at least, will ask Duncan to point to the «plain language» of ESEA that gives him the authority to mandate statewide teacher - evaluation systems, particularly for states that want waivers on school accountability.

A persuasive kernel of common sense, in many cases, lay hidden inside Illich's wild - eyed notions: that students learn a great deal from their peers; that educated people teach themselves or otherwise discover, outside the classroom, many of their most important lessons; that advanced education indoctrinates individuals, teaching them a kind of professional code and knowledge for work that can be addressed in a frank manner using plain facts and everyday language.

That consultation took place after the introduction of the new reporting requirements, and it showed that support from parents for the Federal Government's «plain language» reports was emphatic.

To answer questions about a diary; * Six full colour animated power point shows with attached authentic French speaking sound files, listening, speaking, reading and writing activities as well as music for songs, raps and interactive programmed classroom games for every learning objective: * A set of six screen by screen guidance lesson plans, with a plain speak vocabulary for all the language in the unit, grammar notes and answers for power point show and workbook activities.

Plain language is a must to make training effective for a variety of users with different education or experience levels.

Where is the «plain language» of ESEA that gives the Department of Education the authority to mandate statewide teacher - evaluation systems, particularly for states that want waivers on school accountability.

The Department is also launching a series of articles on plain language for our internal Web site, DOTnet.