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I endeavor to maintain the accuracy of information in publications I author.  While I have taken reasonable care in compiling information and endeavor to present up-to-date information, I cannot guarantee that inaccuracies will not occur.  My primary pages are date-stamped and many articles are dated to assist you in evaluating the timeliness of the information I provide.  I believe the information I provide is a worthwhile public service for many who visit my website; however, I will not be held responsible for any loss, damage, emotional distress, or inconvenience caused as a result of any opinion, inaccuracy, or error within these pages. 

All types of information may change rapidly.  Virtually all information is subject to differing interpretations, from reasonable to unreasonable.  Before relying on any information from this site in a matter of importance to you, check it thoroughly.  I make no warranty or guarantee regarding the outcome of the use of the information supplied on or through this website.

Additionally, many links from my site lead to pages maintained by other organizations and go to information that is not directly approved or recommended by me. These are provided purely for your convenience, sometimes at the request of the users of my website.  In many cases I have not evaluated the entire contents of the sites.   The links to these sites do not imply that I endorse or support the linked organizations, the information on their pages, or their products or services in any way.   I cannot assume any responsibility for the contents of their pages.

If you discover any information on my pages which you believe to be inaccurate or inappropriate, please send email to me at Jerry@allthelaw.com.

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