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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
Writing a check when you do not have enough money in the bank is criminal and criminal charges may be filed. Stopping payment on a check because you are dissatisfied with the goods or services purchased is not, provided the money would have been available to pay it if payment had not been stopped.
Laid Off? Here's How to Stay Afloat
As many economic Cassandras predicted earlier this year, the ranks of the unemployed are on the rise. Even worse: The damage is no longer confined to home builders and real-estate outfits. Now, workers in industries across the board, from financial services to pharmaceuticals, are feeling the pain. Last month, the Labor Department reported that the jobless rate hit 5.5%, the highest level reported since October 2004 and a significant jump from the 5% rate reported a month earlier. Given those dismal projections, it's a good time for workers to consider how they'd cope financially if they lose their job. Click here for more.
12 New 'Necessities' That Drain Your Cash
True essentials never really change -- food, water, shelter and clothing. However, modern life has created a host of "new necessities" that many people swear they cannot live without -- a daily latte, premium cable, a weekly manicure, a new leased automobile and cell phones for the family. Click here for more.
New Scam Claims You've Won Money From Wal-Mart
Your phone rings, its "Wal-Mart Computer Systems" calling to tell you that you've won 9.8 million dollars! The Wal-Mart name is fraudulently being used to lend credibility to the scheme. Wal-Mart is not running a sweepstakes or using the name Wal-Mart Computer Systems. Click here for more.
Lock In a Great Deal -- Or Not?
It seems like a no-brainer to buy the car that comes with $2.99-a-gallon gasoline. But think hard before you go for an inflation-fighting 'deal.' They're a good fit for some, but not all. Click here for more.
Your Money
What will it take to pay off my credit card? Click here for more.
For the Lawyers
Court upholds sanctions against attorney and client. A federal district court has upheld sanctions against a client and attorney based on conduct during a deposition Click here for more.