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Local green energy movements are a key battleground for propane

October 23, 2020 By John McCoy

According to John McCoy, industry members should track local ordinances, codes and regulations that may do damage to the propane industry.

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Servicing out-of-gas calls

March 3, 2020 By John McCoy

John McCoy explains common mistakes that occur when addressing interruption-of-service calls and how these errors can lead to costly legal claims.

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Letting customers know your limits regarding heating in unoccupied homes helps prevent problems for them and protects you in the event of a claim. Photo: MaryCory H/iStock/Getty Images Plus/Getty Images

Winter brings unique challenges to propane marketers

December 27, 2019 By John McCoy

John McCoy offers advice propane marketers should keep in mind to avoid legal claims related to heating seasonal homes in the winter.

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Planning today to secure a safer future

November 12, 2019 By John McCoy

John McCoy details why it’s important for propane marketers to apply safety measures now to prepare for what tomorrow might bring.

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Calling in expert testimony

September 20, 2019 By John McCoy

John McCoy explains the trial judge’s gatekeeping role when it comes to selecting expert testimony for propane-related court cases.

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Root cause analysis can ward off accidents

July 30, 2019 By John McCoy

John V. McCoy offers a holistic approach to accident response at your propane business.

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Keeping receipts with customer IDs should be a high priority for all sales. Photo: iStock.com/Sezeryadigar

Court decides enough is enough

June 27, 2019 By John McCoy

Legal columnist John V. McCoy explains how a major marketer was dismissed from a 10-year case involving a fatal explosion.

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A teaching moment on trucking accidents

May 29, 2019 By John McCoy

A $100 million trucking verdict sheds light on the importance of training drivers and steps to take in the event of an accident.

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The critical role of record keeping in legal cases

December 28, 2018 By John McCoy

Legal columnist John V. McCoy explains how record keeping plays a critical role in defending a case.

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The burden of evidence in criminal and civil cases

October 6, 2018 By John McCoy

McCoy, Leavitt, Laskey LLC’s John McCoy discusses the role evidence can play in propane industry specific civil cases.

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