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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
If you are receiving emails that appear to be from Paypal a bank or a credit card company telling you about "a recent charge to your account," ignore them. Do not click on any link to verify your account or dispute the charge. If you want to check with your credit card company, the phone number is on your card. If you think the notice may be real, wait until you receive your credit card bill and then dispute it. These are scams designed to get your private information. Click here for more.
Supreme Court Rules for Firefighters
In a controversial decision, the US Supreme Court voted 5-4 in favor of firefighters who were denied promotion after they outscored minorities in a firefighter promotion exam. likely to affect employers nationwide trying to ensure that hiring practices do not exclude certain segments of society. The case has serious implications for employers seeking to change a test or other job criteria because it hurts minorities. Click here for more.
David Souter Leaves the Supreme Court
In 1990, President George H.W. Bush appointed David Souter to the United States Supreme Court. On Monday, Justice Souter retired from the bench. After joining the court as a conservative, many were surprised when Souter adopted moderate to liberal voting tendencies. The departure of Justice Souter means that President Obama will likely appoint another Supreme Court Justice before the start of the next session. Click here for more.
Car History Reports Prove Inaccurate
If you have ever purchased a used car, you've probably viewed a Carfax report. In this video, consumer reporter Jeff Ehling discusses the problems with relying on vehicle history reports. Click here for more.
GM Makes Case for "New" Company
On Tuesday, GM pressed a bankruptcy judge to approve its plan to sell its preferred assets to a "new GM," and leave behind its debt. GM hopes the plan will eliminate its enormous debt and expensive contracts. How will the "new GM? be different? Click here for more.
Your Money
Will you save money by refinancing your mortgage? Click here for more.
For the Lawyers
Credit card agreement allowing change in interest rate was not clear and conspicuous. The Ninth Circuit has held that the disclosure provision when “taken as a whole,” was not clear and conspicuous enough for a reasonable cardholder to understand. Click here for more.