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Recent turmoil in the U.S. credit markets may impact our ability to obtain financing or increase the cost of future financing. We may not be successful in integrating acquisitions and achieving intended benefits and synergies. We depend on our key personnel to manage our business effectively and they may be difficult to replace. We are subject to litigation risk as a result of the nature of our business, which may have a material adverse effect on our business. We have established insurance programs with significant deductibles and maximum coverage limits which could result in the recognition of significant losses. Catastrophic events may disrupt our business and adversely affect our operating results. We are subject to environmental, health and safety regulations that generate ongoing environmental costs and could subject us to liability.

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