"Wisdom begins in wonder" – Socrates
The Dorsal Cavity
09/26/24
“What is the human body cavity that contains the brain and spine?”
The human body contains cavities that protect its organs. One of the two major human body cavities is The Dorsal Cavity, which envelops the brain and spinal cord.
Body Cavities
09/25/24
“What occupies space that protects organs inside animal bodies?”
Animal bodies are complex phenomena. The myriad of organs and systems allows them to function as living being. Organs are key to making this work. But what exactly holds them together? Well, it turns out that the organs are surrounded by fluids in a space called a Body Cavity. Body cavities are key to what makes most animals in this world (including humans) function and thrive.
Utility Easements
09/24/24
“Why do no utilities need easements?”
Utilities provide critical services to residents, whether it be water for your shower or electricity for your devices. These utilities will break down from time to time and need repairs. Property owners will have to provide Utility Easements so repairs can be made by the utility owners. These are usually determined in easement agreements that outline which specific areas utilities are eligible to work on.
Air Rights
09/23/24
“How does the law define who owns the air above buildings?”
Buildings may protrude outwards. However, this might interfere with the space above other buildings, limiting the potential for the latter’s development. Whoever has the right to develop is governed by Air Rights. A building’s air right is defaulted to whoever owns a building is geometrically defined as the space completely vertical of the building. In the US this is typically 150 meters above the tallest building in urban/suburban areas and 110 meters for a rural areas.
Easements
09/22/24
“When may someone be entitled to use another person’s property?”
People may have to have access to someone else’s property from time to time. This could range from utilities needing to use a backyard to repair property to access for a landlocked neighbor. These rights are called Easements and are an important part of land-use law.
Eminent Domain for Airspace
09/21/24
“How is eminent domain applied to airspace?”
Eminent domain is typically used to acquire land rights for public use. However, if it wants to use air-based applications (such as airports) it will also need to acquire airspace. Eminent Domain for Airspace entails the government paying just compensation for the airspace.
Regulatory Takings
09/20/24
“How can the government restrict a property owner’s use of their own land until it’s practically a taking?”
Governments can introduce regulations to control how people use their land. Sometimes so many regulations are introduced that it practically qualifies as government seizure. In the US, these are known as Regulatory Takings. Regulatory takings in the US are entitled to just compensation and are usually determined by a three-part test.
An example of a government taking would be government agencies forcing a private canal owner to conform to their expectations.
Why Interviewing Subject Matter Experts Is Helpful for Policy Evaluation
09/19/24
“Why is interviewing subject matter experts helpful for policy evaluations?”
Policy evaluation is a vital part of learning about effective social policies. This will require a multitude of methodologies. One of this will include interviewing subject matter experts for how they think the policy played out. This is Why Interviewing Subject Matter Experts Is Helpful for Policy Evaluation.
Why Insurance Regulations Protect Consumer Interests
09/18/24
“Why do insurance regulations protect consumer interests?”
Insurance companies can hike rates as they please if there are no consequences. However, regulatory mechanisms can prevent this from happening and help consumers save money. This is Why Insurance Regulations Protect Consumer Interests.
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