| Volume 26 Number 9 |
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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
In Texas, there is no wage garnishment except for child support, student loans and certain taxes. A debt collector's threat to garnish your wages when he cannot do so, for example for a credit card debt, violates Texas and federal debt collection laws.
How to Avoid a Problem Condo Purchase
There are special -- and potentially serious -- risks in buying a condo these days. Click here for more.
5 Ways to Finance 'Bargain' Properties
Falling real estate prices may have you thinking it's a great time to apply the Golden Rule of wealth creation -- buy low, sell high. Click here for more.
When Dealing With the Neighbors Turns Ugly
Don't you sometimes wish you could just build a big wall around your house, ring it with a moat, and make all your neighbors disappear? Since that's out of the question for most of us, disputes with neighbors are inevitably going to crop up from time to time. We've got a suggestion: Don't litigate, arbitrate. This section will show you how. Click here for more.
Salmonellosis Outbreak in Certain Types of Tomatoes
FDA has issued a warning to consumers nationwide that an outbreak of Salmonella serotype Saintpaul, an uncommon type of Salmonella, has been linked to consumption of raw red plum, red Roma, round red tomatoes, and products containing these raw tomatoes. Click here for more.
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For the Lawyers
Texas public policy bars punitive damages coverage. The 5th Circuit has followed Texas law in denying coverage for punitive damages. The court noted that, "The Texas Supreme Court established a two-step process for courts to determine whether punitive damages are insurable. The court first asks whether the plain language of the policy covers the punitive damages in the underlying suit against the insured. Second, if the court determines that the policy provides coverage, it determines whether Texas public policy allows or prohibits such coverage." Click here for more.