Yes. There are study materials that overcomplicate LR concepts. They use really complicated jargon and long - winded explanations that make it difficult to understand the core ideas. It's like you're drowning in unnecessary details. Another horror story is when the study materials don't provide enough practice questions for each type of LR question. You feel like you haven't had enough exposure to certain types of questions, and then on the test, you struggle with them. Also, some study materials focus too much on theory and not enough on practical tips for quickly answering LR questions during the time - constrained LSAT environment.
Well, some people have horror stories with study materials where the sample questions in the materials are much easier than the real LSAT LR questions. They study thinking they are well - prepared, but when they face the real test, they are in for a shock. Also, if the study materials don't update regularly, they might be teaching old - fashioned or obsolete strategies for LR questions. For instance, a strategy that worked a few years ago might not be effective now due to changes in the LSAT's question patterns. And then there are those study materials that are so dry and boring that it's really hard to stay motivated to study LR using them.
One horror story could be running out of time during the LR section. You're frantically trying to answer the remaining questions, but the clock is ticking and you end up having to guess on a bunch of them. Another might be when you study really hard for a particular type of LR question, like parallel reasoning, but on the actual test, the questions are so convoluted that you can't seem to apply what you've learned. And a third could be getting a really difficult LR section right after a mentally exhausting LG section, and your brain just feels like mush and can't focus properly on the LR questions.
Yes. A common one is having technical issues during an online LSAT. The connection could be bad, and the video might freeze. You're constantly worried about whether your responses are being recorded properly, and this distraction can make it difficult to concentrate on the actual test questions.
Sure. In one case, the HOA management hired an inexperienced firm to do the reserve study. The firm didn't properly assess the condition of the roads in the community. They underestimated the need for resurfacing. A few years later, the roads were in a terrible state, full of potholes. The cost to repair them was much higher than what the reserve had allocated, all because of the mismanagement in choosing the wrong firm for the reserve study.
Sure. A student was constantly getting average scores in LSAT practice tests. But after using 7sage, they focused on the analytics provided by the platform. They could see which types of questions they were getting wrong most often. Then they targeted those areas with the help of 7sage's study materials. Eventually, their score increased enough to get them into a highly competitive law school.
Sure. One horror story is when a person prepared for months using the wrong study materials. They thought they were on the right track but when they started taking practice exams, they realized they had learned a lot of things that were not relevant to the actual CPA exam. So they had to scramble at the last minute to find new materials and re - study everything.
In some cases, the appeals process for VA disability benefits is a horror in itself. It can take years and requires a lot of legal knowledge. Veterans who are already dealing with their disabilities often don't have the energy or resources to go through this long and complex process. A veteran with a hearing impairment had his initial benefit claim denied. He spent two years trying to appeal, during which time he had to hire a lawyer and still faced a lot of pushback from the VA.
Sure. There were times when on - set management was extremely disorganized. Schedules were constantly changing at the last minute, causing chaos for the IATSE crew. They had to adjust quickly, which was really difficult especially when they had personal commitments outside of work.
In social situations, some people with dreadlocks have had their hair pulled or tugged at by strangers, especially children who are curious but don't understand boundaries. It can be really uncomfortable and even painful. Also, at some events, like weddings or formal dinners, people with dreadlocks have been asked to leave or change their appearance. It's really unfair as their hair is a form of self - expression. They end up feeling embarrassed and excluded from these social gatherings.
Sure. In some family trust horror stories related to inheritance, a trustee may favor one side of the family over the other when distributing assets. This could be due to personal biases or relationships. For example, if the trustee is closer to one sibling, they might give that sibling a larger share of the inheritance. Another issue is when the inheritance is tied up in a trust for too long. The intended beneficiaries may be in desperate need of the money for things like medical bills or starting a business, but they can't access it because of the trust's terms.
Sure. A common false report horror story with Hireright is when it comes to education verification. They might report that a degree is unaccredited when in fact it is from a legitimate institution. This could be due to some error in their data sources or miscommunication. As a result, the candidate is wrongly disqualified from a job they are well - qualified for.