[bigohms]

You are a contractor brought on to keep the wheels turning to see of there is light at the end of the tunnel. If you wanto to have a come to Jesus moment with the executive in charge, know what you are putting on the table (chips). If you're ready, make your case in a way that will show the return on your efforts for a deal. Make sure you have all the deal points laid oort. Start the conversation with : "what do you want to do with X" and go from there.

Personal liability: not likely but document the impact of your work. Make sure you write out a summary and send it to the executive. Send a copy to a personal email.

Protection? Blittle.

Just make sure you state your case, explain your proposed solution and expect a response of some kind. Be prepared to whack away.