Category Archives: Work
Office Safety–your door part 1
The door into your personal office (not the door into your firm’s space) is almost always in interior, hollow-core door. Why? because it’s cheaper and people generally only have a door there for privacy. Nuts! That door is key to … Continue reading
Office Safety–your door part 2
Set a peephole in your office door so, if someone unexpectedly knocks, you know who it is. for information on how to do that, see my earlier posts about home door peepholes.
Office Safety–your door part 3
Almost forgot the most basic rule of all–If you have a door, use it. Don’t leave it propped open all the time. A closed door ensures both privacy and security. There are exceptions to this rule and I’ll talk about … Continue reading
Alien Abduction pack for the office–part 1
You will need a bag to carry this stuff in. I would recommend a wheeled computer bag or one of the big shoulder-mounted computer bags like Nerino Petro uses. He’s got several posts at his blog Compujurist with good tips. … Continue reading
Alien abduction pack–more stuff
I feel pretty silly but what about Duct Tape? forgot it. And eyeglasses if you wear them. Other things that might go into the pack should be …. How about the external hard drive you back your entire business and … Continue reading
Parking Lots
When you park in your parking lot at work choose a space away from barriers that obscure your vision. You don’t want to be surprised by someone coming out from behind a barrier or column. Be sure to park in … Continue reading
Bushes & thorns
Beware high dense bushes blocking your view of anyone hiding near a window or door. They are a security risk because someone can hide behind them and either break in or attack you from hiding. If you have them be … Continue reading
Your Shredder ain’t that good anymore
I was reading Slate magazine just recently and found this new article. According to The Explainer there are now fairly inexpensive programs that allow you to scan the bits and pieces of shredded papers into a computer and then reassemble … Continue reading
Get free security advice before something happens
There’s been a spate of problems and threats to lawyers and judges recently & I’m getting a lot of calls and other contacts requesting help. Here’s a simple one: Get a free home and office security inspection by the police. … Continue reading
Brawls in Court
CNN has an interesting video clip on its website. At a hearing arraigning an accused murderer, he apparently smiled in a way that some in the audience didn’t like. So a brawl erupted. Now the film is revealing for many … Continue reading
