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1. No Attorney Client Relationship. We provide this blog for general informational purposes only. Because some blog contributors are attorneys and some of the information on the blog relates to legal topics, we want you to understand that no attorney client relationship is created with you when you use the blog. By using the blog, you agree that the information on this blog does not constitute legal or other professional advice and no attorney-client or other relationship is created between you and the blog, or any blog contributors. Do not consider the blog to be a substitute for obtaining legal advice from a qualified attorney licensed in your state. The information on the blog may be changed without notice and is not guaranteed to be complete, correct or up-to-date. While we try to revise the blog on a regular basis, it may not reflect the most current legal developments. The opinions expressed at or through the blog are the opinions of the individual author and may not reflect the opinions of any law firm or any individual attorney.

 

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