I concur with my Learned Friend. Tim . . . geni wrote:
-----Original Message----- From: Ray Saintonge [mailto:saintonge@telus.net] I agree in general, but deference to lawyers continues. "IANAL" appears far more frequently that any similar phrase for other professions.
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Problem is that applies to almost any given subject. People do no say "I am not a chemist" even though I can probably find an exception to almost any stamtent about chemisty made by someone without a degree.
I think they're more likely to say "Don't try this at home, kids."
It's all about covering your ass, really.