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This Week In: Field Investigation Observations

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Lina Maini

This week in Field Investigation Observations: 1. Flat shoes are always the cause of a trip/slip and fall.  (Tangential note: Sip and fall = dram shop case.) 2. The yellow traffic light  simultaneously extends in all directions. 3. Witness descriptions are related to the witness’ frame of reference. (“It was the old dude’s fault.  He can’t see”, [...]

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Your Phone Number – Gateway to Your Checkbook: Identity Theft, Part I

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Lina Maini

The fastest growing crime in the world today is identity theft. This is a familiar statistic but very few people truly grasp their vulnerability to this crime. Victims of identity theft can lose job or business opportunities, be refused loans for education, housing, or cars, and even get arrested for crimes they didn’t commit. After [...]

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Do the Due, Diligence

Posted on July 10, 2011 by Lina Maini

We recently encountered a challenging situation; 30 witnesses to verify and serve, 2 days before the trial date. There were a myriad of reasons why the attorney was unprepared for trial but several incidents did come to light during this hectic process that we are passing along: 1. Consult with your trial prep person well before trial. Meeting with your [...]

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DIY First Aid Kits and Emergency Information Sites

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Lina Maini

(Fore note: This week’s Beacon Bulletin on disaster readiness is produced by Jean Davis, Dallas, Texas.  Aside from being a Beacon Bulletin reader and fan, Jean is also an active, certified Preparedness Expert.   Thanks, Jean, for an interesting, concise, potentially lifesaving article!) Safety and Disaster Preparedness  by Jean Davis Tropical storm season is still here, [...]

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