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June 2007 A monthly summary of articles published on gcglaw.com of interest to our clients.	Gallagher, Callahan & Gartrell's Business & Law Review EMPLOYMENT LAW / HUMAN RESOURCES Mobile Technology and Employer Liability for Cell Phone Accidents Most employers understand their liability for an accident caused by an employee driving a company vehicle, but did you know that cell phones and other devices may further extend employer liability into traditional after work hours? By Laurel A. Van Buskirk OFCCP Audit Reminder: Have You Performed Federal Contractor Self-Evaluation? Beginning this month, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) will be scheduling compliance evaluations (desk audits) for non-construction federal contractors. By Dana R. Scott, HR and Benefits Consultant TORT REFORM New Hampshire House Seeks To Open "Deep Pockets" with HB 143 While HB 143 seeks to encourage settlements to ease court dockets and costs, its collateral effect risks higher insurance rates (including auto insurance) and local property tax rates. Here's why... By Jeanne P. Herrick INSURANCE Senate Bill 188 Is Bad News for Consumers and Insurers Despite the claim that SB188 will benefit consumers, it will actually harm them because its passage will result in higher insurance premiums for New Hampshire consumers. Learn more... By Donald J. Pfundstein and Marla B. Matthews FILMMAKING 101 Use Caution with Personal Debt Financing When self-financing a film project, many filmmakers turn to personal credit cards and personal collateral — a risky and expensive choice. Here are some other financing scenarios guerrilla filmmakers should consider... By Jon M. Garon

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