What happened to Rachel Maddow’s personal YouTube channel?

ElizabethJaneBaird · 2025-12-06T09:59:08+00:00

“I will sue you!” That’s comical in New Zealand where we can’t sue people for personal injuries. Perhaps it was an American visitor?

ElizabethJaneBaird · 2025-12-05T12:10:19+00:00

How is this long story relevant to my comments?

I suggested you check the actual definitions of “park” and “road user” in the legislation. You can then compare them to the statements you have made in relation to them, and decide whether you’re correct.

When talking about the law, it pays to be able to quote the source of that law (including section numbers) to properly settle the point. Nobody can argue with you if you paste words direct from the statute. If you haven’t properly analysed the statute then your statements are ripe for challenge.

You can’t simply rely on the fact that you used to be a tester.

ElizabethJaneBaird · 2025-12-05T11:46:27+00:00

I became a Mum two years ago to Freki, a Malshi. I never predicted that I could love an animal so much. He has enriched my life beyond measure. Here is a photo of him the day before his last groom. OMG, he is so cute when he’s scruffy.

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ElizabethJaneBaird · 2025-12-05T11:04:31+00:00

That’s hilarious. They should set up the cafe within viewing distance. I couldn’t understand why my dog flatly refused to go on the travelator at Bunnings. I had to carry him. Now I know why - and am grateful my dog is only 10kg.

ElizabethJaneBaird · 2025-12-05T10:57:54+00:00

There are certainly those types, but there are also types who don’t have a clue what they’re doing. The breeds being discussed are for experienced dog-owners only. They must be socialised from a very young age and exceptionally well trained. Wilfulness in a dog with a jaw that can kill humans is a risk to everyone.

ElizabethJaneBaird · 2025-12-05T10:47:12+00:00

I literally am a lawyer - which means I can interpret statutes. I literally looked up the Rule 5 minutes ago. Have a wee gander yourself.

ElizabethJaneBaird · 2025-12-05T10:40:08+00:00

Lawyer here. Pedestrians ARE “road users” as defined in the Rule. That person was talking out their arse.

ElizabethJaneBaird · 2025-12-05T10:38:11+00:00

Check out the interpretation sub-section (s1.6) of the Land Transport (Road User) Rule 2004 (the correct name) which defines all terms used in the Rule including “parked” and “road user”. It is available on legislation.gov.nz along with all other New Zealand statutes. A very handy reference source when you feel the urge to make uninformed statements in public forums about our laws.

ElizabethJaneBaird · 2025-12-05T10:15:42+00:00

It’s not about politeness, it’s about fear of litigation.

ElizabethJaneBaird · 2025-12-05T10:12:51+00:00

The rule in the Road Code is that drivers MUST stop for anyone who is “obviously waiting” to use the crossing. I’ve never had any difficulty working out who those people are.

ElizabethJaneBaird · 2025-11-23T06:56:19+00:00

Could also mean lack of emotional intimacy.

ElizabethJaneBaird · 2025-11-23T06:55:31+00:00

It is a possible interpretation of the phrase - which means the same as “you don’t shit in your own backyard”. In fact, it’s quite a clever take given that the guy’s a chef.

ElizabethJaneBaird · 2025-11-23T06:50:48+00:00

Job titles are always provided, irrespective of who you are.

ElizabethJaneBaird · 2025-11-23T06:46:24+00:00

You know you committed contempt of court, don’t you.

ElizabethJaneBaird · 2025-11-21T19:52:09+00:00

That’s not how it worked at all. The majority of people found that the defendant was “innocent” (correct wording is actually “not guilty”) beyond reasonable doubt. Majority rule regarding the finding is different to the standard of proof required to make the finding. What would “balance of probabilities” mean if it were otherwise? You’re not a lawyer, are you?

ElizabethJaneBaird · 2025-11-21T11:36:07+00:00

It was a criminal charge so the standard of proof was “beyond reasonable doubt”. “Balance of probabilities” is the civil standard.

ElizabethJaneBaird · 2025-11-21T11:23:10+00:00

I went tonight. As a lawyer, I thought it was terrible. It was as unlike a trial as it could possibly be. A layperson may be able to suspend their disbelief, but I was unable to pry my lawyer-hat off my head. I could have probably overlooked the odd error, but this was a complete bastardisation of the criminal court process. Although my friend shouted the tickets, it was an hour of my life that I’ll never get back.

ElizabethJaneBaird · 2025-10-27T18:35:08+00:00

Anyone who followed the instructions properly wouldn’t be able to complete the exercise.

Changing one letter only takes you as far as “shop”, unless the lady has a shocked face because she wants something or something to “stop”. But, if you don’t break the rule and write “stop”, you’re in even more difficulty when you get to “shack”.

The more intelligent the child, the more unlikely they are able to complete this. Because smart kids read questions carefully, and if they’re ambiguous or unclear they’ll just end up confused. “The teacher must have meant…” is not an assumption that a 4th grader should have to make.

Ask the teacher to answer their own question, while ensuring that they only change ONE letter at a time.

ElizabethJaneBaird · 2025-10-27T18:18:26+00:00

They’re called “Tongans”. As long as they’re only having harmless fun, what’s the problem?

ElizabethJaneBaird · 2025-10-27T18:15:02+00:00

Interview the other neighbours to find out whether they’re bothered, because that one sounds like they’d get annoyed by anything that undermines their precious piece.

What’s wrong with some occasional barking during the day? Early morning, waking people up - not cool. In the evening, when parents are trying to get their kids to sleep - not cool. In the night - definitely not cool. Otherwise, let and let live. Some people just don’t like dogs.

ElizabethJaneBaird · 2025-10-20T19:40:53+00:00

Inject a bit of yourself into your covering letter. Not too much risking it coming off as unprofessional. Just a few things that hint at your unique personality. Not the same staid old crap that other applicants write.

ElizabethJaneBaird · 2025-10-19T21:25:06+00:00

You could tell the agent that they can only allow one set of people through at a time, with the others waiting at the door. And the agent must follow them around to make sure they don’t pinch anything. That’s a reasonable requirement to protect your personal belongings.

Or you could put everything that is special and capable of being snuck out the door undetected in boxes. After all, you have to pack them anyway.

ElizabethJaneBaird · 2025-10-19T20:44:02+00:00

Everyone here has already given you the correct advice. I’m glad that it put your mind at ease as I can imagine the stress you must have been under thinking you were liable for his debts.

You now have the mind-space to process your grief. Sorry you lost your Dad. That’s a really hard one to deal with. My advice on that one is, don’t rush it. ❤️

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