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The Skeen Firm 2023 Holiday Primer - Products Liability at Christmas Time: The Red Ryder BB Gun in "A Christmas Story"

In the heartwarming holiday classic “A Christmas Story,” the quest for the ultimate Christmas gift takes center stage with young Ralphie Parker's desire for a Red Ryder Carbine Action 200-shot Range Model air rifle. Beyond the comedic allure of Ralphie's pursuit, the film gives us a useful lesson in products liability.

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Stay Fly – It’s the 4th of July! Pt. 3

Common sense should tell you not to set off fireworks near a building or vehicle,

But we are here to remind you how to be strategical.

 

You shall not set off fireworks near any building, structure, or vehicle within 150 feet,

Regardless of who owns them, those kinds of things simply cannot take such heat.

 

Needless to say, don’t discharge fireworks from the inside of any cars.

Otherwise, you will likely end up in the hospital or behind bars.

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Stay Fly – It’s the 4th of July! Pt. 2

In the peak of the summer, water is always inviting.

Around any body of water, kids should never leave your sighting.

 

Wearing a life jacket may not match your outfit,

But nobody should ever go near the water without it.

 

Although you may not know this is negligence per se,

It is surely something you will regret at the end of the day.

 

The same rules apply to the pool party you may host.

We don’t want next year’s invitees coming as ghosts.

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