Multi-platform compatibility issue with my fillable pdf

Hey guys/gals -
Here is the run down: I created a fillable PDF for use with my clients to collect data prior to meetings because the original fillable word document that my firm provided was running into issues - especially with mac users. The auxiliary goal that I had for a fillable PDF - in addition to cross platform compatibility - was for my busy clients to be able to complete the form on their iphones/ipads on the go. Unfortunately, I have been receiving emails from clients saying that the document wont save or saying that the completed document is attached and it is returned completely blank and I was hoping for some expert help. I've attached my document below and would really appreciate your thoughts/wisdom on how I can fix it.
To summarize:
Problems
Clients complaining that they can't save the document
Mac Preview destroys the document
Client's say the document is fully completed but when I open the attachment it is blank
Goals
Create a fillable form that works on mac & pc in addition to mobile devices
Cannot use form central or like online services due to data sensitivity
Thanks in advance for everyone's thoughts/help! 

I'll repeat the recommendation to not use Preview. As the form author, you can't prevent it unless you add some JavaScript that activates the fields if it's used in a PDF viewer that provides sufficient support.
If you receive a form that was filled-in and saved with Preview, it may appear blank but actually contain form data. You can open the form in Acrobat and export the form data to FDF/XFDF and import it into a blank form, which you can then save.
For users who cannot save, you should Reader-enable the form in Acrobat or tell your users to use Reader 11. In Acrobat 11 you Reader-enable by selecting: File > Save As Other > Reader Extended PDF > Enable More Tools

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