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Forty-one of the fifty-one rules proposed by NHTSA and FDA Contain Federal Pre-Emption Language.  Limits on lawsuits have been proposed for drug labeling and packaging, along with rules ranging from mattress flammability standards to dietary sweeteners and roof-crush requirements in car rollovers. 

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State attorneys general concerned about a federal proposal to strengthen the roofs of motor vehicles, urged the government to abandon language that could prevent people from suing automakers. Questioning the legal grounds for the provision, they argued it would infringe on states' rights. 

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Discrimination based on genetics will soon be illegal for U.S. employers. President Bush recently signed the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act into law, which goes into effect next year. The new law also prohibits discrimination in health insurance based on genetic information. Here is a look at how employers will be affected.

 In other employment news, the economy is causing stress in the workplace. What can employers do? Click "Full Article" for ideas.
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  Technology

Employee theft is a major problem for many companies and one way to combat it is to install a video surveillance system. But before you invest, click “Full Article” for a comparison of analog and digital systems to help you determine which is best for your business.
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  Employment Law

Federal regulators take a very dim view of companies that get rid of employees based on age. Several court cases illustrate how serious the EEOC is on this issue. Here is some guidance to help you avoid costly litigation.
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  Internet/New Media

While the Internet has opened up a new world for businesses and individuals, the borders of this new universe are unclear and constantly being redefined. One area of Internet regulation that businesses are extremely interested in is taxation. Although it's been largely left alone, states in need of revenue have their eyes on the growing amount of money changing hands online. Here is the story.
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UAE guarantees bank deposits, savings
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Markets rally as India moves to reassure investors
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World leaders offer up cash
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Shares in Europe stage powerful comeback
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Qimonda to sell Inotera stake to Micron, to cut 3,000 jobs
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