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Amazon Finance

          Making sense of the dollars Finance is all about the numbers…unless you work at Amazon; it’s knowing the numbers plus so much more. Enthusiasm, energy and diverse perspectives help us deliver new ideas and solutions. Do you view problems as treasures, and are you willing to dive deep to develop those solutions and deliver results? Will you seek to challenge the status quo, and accept that your ideas and mechanisms may be tested daily? At Amazon, we move with purpose and speed, and this requires that we work with a dynamic network of partners across businesses. 👅 We help others understand finance and are trusted advisors for every facet of data and communication to ensure our leaders have the most up to date and reliable information to help make the best possible decisions. The challenges we take on span multiple industries and functions across our many businesses and acquisitions, all powered by the same mission—to be Earth’s most customer-centric com...

What is the Investment Banking Division (IBD)?

What is the Investment Banking Division (IBD)? IBD is an acronym for the  Investment Banking Division  within the overall investment bank.  IBD has responsibility for working with corporations, institutions, and governments to carry out capital raising (underwriting in equity, debt, and hybrid markets) as well as for executing  mergers and acquisitions  and various types of advisory mandates. Other Divisions of an Investment Bank Within an investment bank, there is a clear line between the Investment Banking Division (IBD) and other areas of the bank such as: Equity research Sales and trading Commercial banking Asset management Retail banking, and other areas All of the above jobs are considered “front office” (think: client-facing) careers.  In addition to front office careers at an investment bank, there are also careers in the “middle office” such as operations, technology, and human resources.  Finally, there are also “back office” careers su...

Common Car Accident Injuries

  Common Car Accident Injuries Car accident injuries can range from minor to severe. The following list outlines some of the most common or recurring injuries suffered by car accident victims: Traumatic Brain Injuries:  Car accidents are the leading cause of traumatic brain injury in the U.S. Traumatic Brain Injury, or TBI, results when the brain is damaged by an injury to the head. The injury can result from a blunt blow or a sharp, piercing wound.  Injury to the spinal cord or neck:  The forceful impact of an accident can cause severe damage to the spinal cord and neck. One common neck-related injury, known as whiplash, occurs when the head moves back and forth in a quick, jerking fashion. Damage to the spinal cord can range from minor to severe, with some injuries resulting in partial or total paralysis.  Burns:  The body can be burned in many ways during or immediately following an accident. If your skin comes into contact with hot fluid...

Partners In Health: Redefining the Possibilities of Health Care

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Partners In Health: Redefining the Possibilities of Health Care “We’re saving lives, revitalizing communities, and transforming global health.” These are the defining words of Partners In Health, an organization taking on a medical and a moral mission to provide preferential health care treatment to poor populations. Partners In Health is a nonprofit organization comprised of a team of health professionals, scholars, and activists. The organization delivers health services, provides training, conducts research, and advocates for human rights across the world. The two central goals of the organization are to provide the benefits of modern medical science to those in need and to act as an “antidote to despair.” Partners In Health was founded in 1987 by Jim Kim, Ophelia Dahl, Paul Farmer, Todd McCormack, and Thomas J. White to provide medical services to areas of Haiti. Partners In Health has now expanded to geographically diverse locations including Rwanda, Lesotho, Malawi, Peru, M...

The legal process and time frames

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  The legal process and time frames Lawsuits related to car accident injuries are generally treated as personal injury lawsuits and filed in civil court. The plaintiff (the person filing the lawsuit) seeks to recover money from the defendant (the person being sued). Here is a general overview of the steps involved in filing a lawsuit. File a complaint.  The first step in pursuing a car accident lawsuit is to file a complaint with the court. This provides a detailed narrative laying out what happened, the damages you are claiming, and the legal basis for bringing the lawsuit. You must file your complaint within your state’s statute of limitations—in the case of California, within 2 years of the accident that caused your injuries. Serve the Defendant with the complaint.  After filing your complaint with the court, you must inform the defendant that you have filed a lawsuit against them. This process is formally known as ‘serving the complaint,’ and you must follow str...

Do you need to hire a car accident lawyer?

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  Do you need to hire a car accident lawyer? If you’ve been in a car accident, you may be asking yourself whether you need to hire a car accident attorney. If you’ve suffered an injury, then yes, you should consult with a car accident lawyer. That’s because even  accidents that appeared to be minor at first can later prove to be complicated.  When the accident happens, you may be in shock and unaware of any injuries. They may take time to appear and when they do, they can cause severe pain and complications. In situations such as these, it is essential to have a car accident lawyer by your side. If you’ve been in a serious car accident, then it’s crucial that you hire a law firm with a record of success in Los Angeles car accident cases. These include any accident that resulted in emergency medical care, hospitalization and/or left you unable to work. This is not the time to go it alone. Insurance companies will do everything they can to minimize your claim, regardless ...

What Do Car Accident Lawyers Do?

  What Do Car Accident Lawyers Do? Car wreck lawyers are a special type of personal injury attorney skilled in representing the rights of those injured in car accidents. A car accident can be a very serious and incredibly stressful time for a person and/or a family. Medical bills can pile up and the injured person may miss a lot of work. In these instances a car accident lawyer will work with his or her client to ensure the bills are either paid or postponed, bill collectors are stopped, medical needs are met, and the person responsible for the injuries is made to pay for their negligence or wrongdoing. Furthermore, car accident lawyers will attempt to reconstruct the events that occurred leading up to the accident. They do this by interviewing witnesses, taking photographs of the accident scene, examining DMV documents, and more. Your car accident lawyer is highly skilled and knows the ins and outs of this particular filed of the law, and can work efficiently to make su...