But rather than condemn their litigation--which just might be making stepladders and lawn mowers slightly safer--I would criticize lawyers for something else entirely, and that is their writing ability. (It's a fair assumption that lawyers are drafting those encyclopedic hazard warnings.) I propose that consumer product companies fire the lawyers who write safety warnings.

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James A. Wier, CEO of Simplicity Manufacturing (a producer of lawn mowers) has said that Wal-Mart's main mission is to drive costs down.

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Scotts Miracle-Gro manufactures and markets lawn and garden care products worldwide, while Deere makes lawn mowers, both walking and riding for your lawn care needs.

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