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We may not eliminate the risk of an accident occuring, however, we can decrease it. The goal of these programs is to motivate workers to maintain a safe work environment.

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Today Steve Lombardi discussed Iowa law as it applies to a broken heart. After an engagement for marriage is called off, the bride must ask; Do I have to give back the engagement ring? Although the law in Iowa may seem settled it is as wide open as the hand she probably slapped him with when he called of the wedding.

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Does the Thong law suit demonstrate a weakness in the civil jury system or something wrong with this young lawyer's mentoring?

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Tort reform and creative sentencing go hand in hand by redefining the world according to unproven principles because they are based on fear mongering as a means to an end.

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With creative sentencing, like tort-reform, the message isn't always what it may appear to be.

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The general rule of thumb for installation is that smoke detectors should be “placed between the bedrooms and the rest of the house, but closer to the bedrooms.” Even after installation, run the test function of the detector at least once a month and replace the device's batteries annually.

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I see that Craig Kelley of Omaha has posted about the latest motorcycle wreck in Iowa. After reading his post I wondered why it takes so long for the Iowa DOT to approve a stop sign being added to...

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Post traumatic stress disorder or PTSD has a genetic code that makes certain individuals more susceptible than others to stress related disorders. Scientists have identified a gene with the genetic...

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Raelyn Campbell's lawsuit against Best Buy demonstrates another problem with Apple's iTunes back-up system. Just like Best Buy's extended warranty, the iTunes back-up system is designed to fail and...

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How long can they keep my car in impound before sending it to auction?Question: How long can a car be in impound before it is auctioned off?Well this is a tough question to answer because it's too...

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In today's post Steve Lombardi discusses the current culture of labeling opponents and how that can lead to a defamation claim. Whether it be by those who favored re-electing President Bush, or those who support Obama or even a law school professor, labeling is a historically weak debating tactic.

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Are hurt feelings enough to justify a lawsuit? Probably not from an economic standpoint. Read Steve Lombardi's blawg today and see what he offers the parties as a solution to resolve their differences.

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What can you do if a former employer gets the word out that you stole from them and makes remarks about your personal life, all which are untrue. What are the main elements of a defamation...

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I’ve become familiar with someone or something going by the name of “knologies”. Not because I want to become familiar but because I have to become familiar. I’m tracking his postings and he is...

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Des Moines, April 14, 2008 — Not everyone will get the Iowa income tax refund they expect this year. Some Iowans may get a letter from the Department of Revenue and Finance stating that part or all...

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