You want to make sure you have a will with clear instructions, a health care proxy, and appropriate life and disability insurances.

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No matter how clear and detailed disclosures may be in proxy statements, 8Ks and other filings, companies must ensure they have a voice in popular media, lest their pay programs be discussed without their side of the story.

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"We've been clear all along, the reasons for the proxy, " Mr Kaye added.

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It was not clear whether Reid insisted on his own behalf, as a proxy for other Democrats, or on behalf of the White House.

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