| Volume 26 Number 11 |
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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
You can sue in Texas Small Claims Court for up to $10,000 and you do not need an attorney to assist you. Next time you get ripped-off, consider the real people's court. Small Claims Court is quick, informal and easy to use. In many cases, once the other person knows you know your legal rights and will assert them, they quickly try to settle the dispute.
10 Ways to Cut Wedding Costs
The wedding of your dreams could all too easily become the outstanding debt of your nightmares. The average couple will spend $28,704 on their wedding this year, according to market researcher The Wedding Report. Click here for more.
9 Ways to Save on Movie Tickets
Being frugal doesn't mean you must resign yourself to watching TV from the couch while snacking on microwave popcorn. Here's how to stretch your dollars at the cinema. Click here for more.
Seven Sins of First-Time Renters
Ready to get your own place? Whether you're moving out of the dorms, taking a summer internship or starting a new job, take care to avoid these costly mistakes. Click here for more.
Millions More Could Get Tax Rebate - If They File a Return
Even as the IRS has sent out nearly 77 million tax rebates, more than 5 million retirees and disabled veterans who may qualify for a rebate haven't received one because they haven't filed a tax return. Click here for more.
Your Money
Fixed or adjustable rate mortgage? Find out which is right for you. Click here for more.
For the Lawyers
Truth in Lending Act doesn't apply to ATM card. A U.S. District Court has held that a class of consumers could not sue a bank for violating federal credit disclosure requirements by including an overdraft protection feature in connection with a customer's use of an ATM or debit card. Click here for more.