Monthly Archives: February 2007

By the way, 2010 is the year to die if you are rich

Posted on February 28, 2007 by G.A. Napier

For those of you who will pass along an estate of more than 2 million dollars as an individual, 2010 is the year to pass. The Federal Estate and Gift Tax will not exist that year. This year, 2008 and … Continue reading →

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Writer’s block

Posted on February 28, 2007 by G.A. Napier

It has been a number of days since I have posted. I have been busy, but this time that is not the reason. The reason is I have had writer’s block. I have been reading stories in the news about … Continue reading →

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Not enough by a long shot

Posted on February 24, 2007 by G.A. Napier

The Herald-Leader reported that $2.5 million added to the Boni Bill. Many are applauding this as a good first step. What the the Cabinet needs – more workers. What the Cabinet gets – panic buttons. Someone please tell me how … Continue reading →

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Improving Child Protection in Kentucky, Part 6

Posted on February 20, 2007 by G.A. Napier

I want to point out a connection that seems to be getting little attention. Today’s Herald Leader has this article regarding proposed legislation to increase social worker safety. Yesterday, the Herald-Leader had this article about removing language from proposed legislation … Continue reading →

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Look before you release!

Posted on February 17, 2007 by G.A. Napier

Here is a post that could help prevent the inadvertent loss of a claim by settling and releasing with one party: (click here) “The key in looking at when a release of an employee also releases the employer is determining … Continue reading →

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Barbarian Lawyer – the Conan approach

Posted on February 17, 2007 by G.A. Napier

Conan The Barbarian Have you met a lawyer with this philosphy? Maybe you believe this is the kind of lawyer you want to represent you. In reality, taking the Conan approach does not promote justice, but makes it more elusive. … Continue reading →

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Improving Child Protection in Kentucky Part 5

Posted on February 17, 2007 by G.A. Napier

I believe this recommendation from the Office of Inspector General report is huge but under-appreciated by policy makers. 6. DCBS Permanency and Protection staff should receive consistent and repetitive training with regard to the elements required to substantiate abuse, neglect, … Continue reading →

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ABA Model Rules of Conduct for Judges

Posted on February 16, 2007 by G.A. Napier

Quite a bit of controversy arose at the ABA’s midyear meeting over the wording of the long standing Model Code of Judicial Conduct. One group sought to move “appearance of impropriety” language out of the rule and into the scope … Continue reading →

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Exactly!

Posted on February 13, 2007 by G.A. Napier

I can’t say it any better so I will simply qoute the Greatest American Lawyer: One of the hazards of our profession is more subtle. Many lawyers are so desensitized by the fact that they have to take “positions” in … Continue reading →

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Sometimes good guys finish first!

Posted on February 13, 2007 by G.A. Napier

Sorry for the absence – hopefully it was noticed! Last week involved a hearing in a rather intense custody battle and I have been digging out my desk these past days. My opponent inspired this prior post. True to his/her … Continue reading →

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