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January 2, 2014 Page 7 By Adam Serrao If you’re a Los Angeles sports fan like I am, then you must have found it just as painful to watch the two most popular teams in Los Angeles play sports lately. When I say painful, I mean it. The players on both the Los Angeles Lakers and the Los Angeles Dodgers just can’t stay healthy lately. The “Boys in Blue” seemed to look more like the “Boys in Black and Blue” over their past two seasons of play and with the Lakers…well, the unthinkable has happened. Kobe Bryant has met his match. No, it’s not LeBron James and no, Michael Jordan hasn’t resurrected his career again to make a comeback. It is Father Time who has walked right up to Kobe and smacked him in the face. Or the Achilles... Perhaps it is fitting or ironic even that one of the toughest, most durable players to ever set foot on an NBA court is being hampered by a tendon called Achilles. As invulnerable as Kobe has always seemed to those who have watched him play here in L.A., this injury may be the one that slowly does him in. With time no longer on his side, the riveting question has now become do you sit Kobe Bryant out for the rest of this year, or play him as soon as he returns from his latest injury. Kobe’s latest injury is in fact not his Achilles tendon tear. Bryant returned from that injury rather successfully and was beginning to look a lot better in his sixth game of the season against the Memphis Grizzlies when he suddenly broke a bone in his knee. Initially, Kobe tried to play through it like he always does and actually finished the game without To Sit or Not to Sit pause. In the following days, however, the pain would not subsist. Kobe took an MRI, learned that he had broken a bone and would be back watching from the sidelines for a minimum of six weeks. “You hate it for Kobe,” Lakers head coach Mike D’Antoni said. “He’s worked so hard to get back.” Now, Kobe will have to begin that work once again, but for just how long? The timetable for Bryant’s return is in fact six weeks and knowing Kobe, he’ll try to make it back before that amount of time. But maybe, just maybe, the Lakers should think about sitting him out for the rest of the season. Sure, the two-year, $48.5 million contract that Bryant just signed to make him the wealthiest athlete in the game of basketball certainly does not support that point. But signing Kobe to that contract was more of a symbol than anything else--a reward, if you will, for 17 years of dedication, hard work and five championship rings. Whether Kobe plays this year or not, the Lakers are not going to win a championship let alone get out of the first round of the playoffs. If Kobe does return in six weeks, it will most likely come right after the All-Star break in a game against his old pal Dwight Howard and the Houston Rockets. That would mean that Bryant will have missed right around 30 games, give or take a couple, and that the Lakers will most likely be well out of playoff contention. Sure, that’s speculation, but following Bryant’s injury, the Lakers quickly dropped two of their first three without the superstar, losing to Golden State by 19 points and Phoenix by 27. Aside from Jordan Farmar’s return from injury, things do not look to be on the up and up for the Lake Show. The Lakers are, of course, always better to watch when Kobe Bryant is on the court. He is the face of the franchise and the man who brings in the money for the Lakers. For that reason and that reason alone, management would most likely much rather have him competing and out there on the court. He drives ratings and he drives sales. Unfortunately, Bryant cannot do that if he is injured. That’s why it will be in the best interest for the Lakers to sideline Bryant for the rest of the season, have him heal his injuries and come back next season when he is able to have a training camp and get himself into basketball condition. As it stands, Bryant cannot train with the injuries that he currently has. That means that if and when he tries to return from his latest injury, he will need at least another few weeks to get back into the basketball condition that has sustained his career for as long as it is currently tenured. Knowing Bryant, however, he will believe that he is already in that kind of shape, thus injuring himself even further and jeopardizing his entire career. If he is capable, there is no way that Kobe will ever agree to sit on the sideline when he could instead be contributing to his team. That being said, expect to see Bryant back in purple and gold come mid-February. But perhaps the smart, yet unpopular decision would be for Bryant to take it easy this year. Bottom line, this team as it is currently constructed is not a contender for the title. Bryant’s legacy will be about championships won--not games played or minutes logged. A lot of things can change in a year, especially with a free agent class and draft class like the ones that will arrive next season. Sitting out the remainder of the season can both enhance the longevity of Bryant’s career and help him win that much-coveted sixth championship trophy that he longs oh-so deeply for. At a time like this, it is in the Lakers’ and Kobe’s best interest to focus on the future. Unfortunately for Kobe, that future is in six weeks. • Burkley & Brandlin LLP A T T O R N E Y S A T L AW Living Trusts/Wills, Probate, Employment Law, Personal Injury Trust and Estates Litigation, Business Litigation, Civil Litigation 310-540-6000 *AV Rated (Highest) Martindale - Hubbell / **Certified Specialist Estate Planning, Trust & Probate Law, State Bar of California, Board of Legal Specialization dba@heraldpublications.com public notices legalnotices@heraldpublications.com Fictitious Business Name Statement 2013235961 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as JOEYWATTS.COM. 813 CENTER STREET, EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245. Registered Owner(s): Joseph Conley Raymond Watts, 813 Center Street, El Segundo, CA 90245. This business is being conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed: N/A. Signed: Joey Watts, Owner/Registrant. This statement was filed with the County Recorder of Los Angeles County on November 14, 2013. NOTICE: This Fictitious Name Statement expires on November 14, 2018. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed prior to November 14, 2018. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (See Section 14400 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). El Segundo Herald: December 12,19, 26, 2013 and January 02, 2014. H-1017. Fictitious Business Name Statement 2013249691 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as GO2LAX4LESS TRANSPORTATION SERVICE. 1. 12035 S. BROADWAY #B, LOS ANGELES, CA 90061. 2. P.O. BOX 1884, HOLLYWOOD, CA 90078. Registered Owner(s): Jorge Alarcon, 12035 S. Broadway #B, Los Angeles, CA 90061. This business is being conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed: N/A. Signed: Jorge Alarcon, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Recorder of Los Angeles County on December 05, 2013. NOTICE: This Fictitious Name Statement expires on December 05, 2018. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed prior to December 05, 2018. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (See Section 14400 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). Inglewood News: December 12, 19, 26, 2013 and January 02, 2014. HI-1019. Fictitious Business Name Statement 2013244643 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as BRONZE BAR. 2041 ROSECRANS AVE #170, EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245. Registered Owner(s): C. Ashley Davis, 707 Hermosa Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254. This business is being conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed: N/A. Signed: C. Ashley Davis, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Recorder of Los Angeles County on November 26, 2013. NOTICE: This Fictitious Name Statement expires on November 26, 2018. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed prior to November 26, 2018. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (See Section 14400 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). El Segundo Herald: December 12,19, 26, 2013 and January 02, 2014. H-1022. Fictitious Business Name Statement 2013249828 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as BALLERS. 140 E. TAMARACK AVE, INGLEWOOD, CA 90301. Registered Owner(s): Nima Nicholas Shafiee, 32650 Nantasket Dr #96, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275. This business is being conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed: N/A. Signed: Nima Nicholas Shafiee. This statement was filed with the County Recorder of Los Angeles County on December 05, 2013. NOTICE: This Fictitious Name Statement expires on December 05, 2018. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed prior to December 05, 2018. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (See Section 14400 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). Inglewood News: December 12, 19, 26, 2013 and January 02, 2014. HI-1018. Fictitious Business Name Statement 20132511080 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as MEGISYS, LLC. 8429 HOLY CROSS PLACE, LOS ANGELES, CA 90045-2634. Registered Owner(s): Megisys, LLC, 8429 Holy Cross Place, Los Angeles, CA 90045-2634. This business is being conducted by a Limited Liability Company. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed: December 19, 2005. Signed: Megisys, LLC, Carla Ann Cuadros Pera, Manager. This statement was filed with the County Recorder of Los Angeles County on December 06, 2013. NOTICE: This Fictitious Name Statement expires on December 06, 2018. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed prior to December 06, 2018. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (See Section 14400 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). Inglewood News: December 12, 19, 26, 2013 and January 02, 2014. HI-1020. Fictitious Business Name Statement 2013248294 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as BULLDOG FARMS. 555 W. 5TH STREET 31ST FLOOR, LOS ANGELES, CA 90013. Registered Owner(s): Christopher J. Hamner, 555 W. 5th Street 31st Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90013. This business is being conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed: November 30, 2013. Signed: Christopher J. Hamner, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Recorder of Los Angeles County on December 04, 2013. NOTICE: This Fictitious Name Statement expires on December 04, 2018. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed prior to December 04, 2018. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (See Section 14400 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). Inglewood News: December 12, 19, 26, 2013 and January 02, 2014. HI-1021. Fictitious Business Name Statement 2013243212 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as 1. DANCEWEAR U. 2. COSTUME U. 3. KIDPACK U. 640 LOMITA STREET, EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245. Registered Owner(s): Cindy A. Beckett, 640 Lomita Street, El Segundo, CA 90245. This business is being conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed: September 01, 2013. Signed: Cindy A. Beckett, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Recorder of Los Angeles County on November 25, 2013. NOTICE: This Fictitious Name Statement expires on November 25, 2018. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed prior to November 25, 2018. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (See Section 14400 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). El Segundo Herald: December 19, 26, 2013 and January 2, 9, 2014. H-1015. Fictitious Business Name Statement 2013254676 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as 1. GARDEN MAVEN DESIGNS. 2. DENISE MAYNARD DESIGN & STYLING. 1720 GATES AVE, MANHATTAN BEACH, CA 90266. 222 N. SEPULVEDA BLVD. #2000, EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245. Registered Owner(s): Denise Maynard, 1720 Gates Avenue, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266. This business is being conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed: January 01, 2012. Signed: Denise Diane Maynard, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Recorder of Los Angeles County on December 12, 2013. NOTICE: This Fictitious Name Statement expires on December 12, 2018. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed prior to December 12, 2018. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (See Section 14400 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). El Segundo Herald: December 19, 26, 2013 and January 2, 9, 2014. H-1024. Fictitious Business Name Statement 2013248314 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as FAMOUS NAILS. 2215 REDONDO BEACH BLVD, GARDENA, CA 90249. Registered Owner(s): Khanh Mai Nguyen, 15516 Lemoli Ave, Gardena, CA 90249. This business is being conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed: N/A. Signed: Khanh Nguyen, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Recorder of Los Angeles County on December 04, 2013. NOTICE: This Fictitious Name Statement expires on December 04, 2018. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed prior to December 04, 2018. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (See Section 14400 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). Torrance Tribune: January 02, 09, 16, 23, 2014. HT-1026. Fictitious Business Name Statement 2013251875 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as LA MECHA RESTAURANT. 7831 S. ALAMEDA ST, LOS ANGELES, CA 90001. 1675 E. 111TH PLACE, LOS ANGELES, CA 90059. Registered Owner(s): Maria Elizalde, 1675 E. 111th Place, Los Angeles, CA 90059. This business is being conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed: N/A. Signed: Maria Elizalde, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Recorder of Los Angeles County on December 9, 2013. NOTICE: This Fictitious Name Statement expires on December 9, 2018. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed prior to December 9, 2018. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (See Section 14400 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). Hawthorne Press Tribune: December 19, 26, 2013 and January 2, 9, 2014. HH- 1023. Fictitious Business Name Statement 2013257507 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as 1. SIMPLE THINGS. 2. SIMPLIFIED NATURALS. 11708 WILKIE AVE, HAWTHORNE, CA 90250. Registered Owner(s): Oscar Becerril, 11708 Wilkie Ave, Hawthorne, CA 90250. This business is being conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed: N/A. Signed: Oscar E. Becerril, Owner. This statement was filed with the County Recorder of Los Angeles County on December 17, 2013. NOTICE: This Fictitious Name Statement expires on December 17, 2018. A new Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed prior to December 17, 2018. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or Common Law (See Section 14400 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code). Hawthorne Press Tribune: December 26, 2013 and January 2, 9, 16, 2014. HH- 1025. Order to Show Cause for Change of Name Case No. YS025583 Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles Petition of: Mehgan Michelle Sepanik for Change of Name TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner Mehgan Michelle Sepanik filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Mehgan Michelle Sepanik to Jaskaram Kaur Khalsa The Court orders that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing: Date: 2/14/14, Time: 8:30 a.m., Dept.: B, Room: n/a The address of the court is Superior Court Southwest District 825 Maple Avenue Torrance, CA 90503 A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Los Angeles Date: 12/23/13 Mark S. Arnold Judge of the Superior Court Torrance Tribune Pub. 1/2, 1/9, 1/16, 1/23/14 HT-24082 You can fax Your filed form to 310-322-2787 or for more detailed information call martha prieto at 310-322-1830 ext. 21


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