I received an email a few minutes ago. It was a thoughtful email, right up until the very end.
(Redacted company name) would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!!!
May the new year bring you Happiness, Health, and Wealth
Warm Wishes to you and your family,
(redacted name of sender)
At the very end is a legal disclaimer. Allow me to share it with you:
This message is a PRIVATE communication. This message and all attachments are a private communication sent by (redacted company name) and may be confidential or protected by privilege. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, distribution or use of the information contained in or attached to this message is strictly prohibited. Please notify the sender of the delivery error by replying to this message, and then delete it from your system.
I couldn’t help but notice the part I underlined. It completely ties my hands. I am not allowed to pass along wishes of a Merry Christmas or a Happy New Year!!!!!, since that falls under the definition of ‘distribution.’ I do apologize for any appearance of thoughtlessness to which this might lead. It’s not intentional, I assure you.
And yes, I have deleted the email.
