elkpark..I don't think urban legend has a thing to do with it. Where I work, we in the ED have badges with our first name and last initial with credentials only. The reason for this is to protect us from stalkers. There have been numerous threats, alot of gangs and most of the time we are walked out with security. There is a reason for all the stalking laws.You never know what can happen, and after it does happen, its too late to change gears for that person.