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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
Immediately review your bank statements and returned checks for forgeries. Promptly report any problems to your bank. A short delay may cost you your legal rights. Click here for more.
GM Eliminates Saturn Brand
Saturn is dead. After a deal to sell the brand to Penske fell through, General Motors made the call to dissolve the entire line. As a result, dealerships across the country will be liquidating their inventory and closing shop. What does this move mean for consumers? Click here for more.
Clunkers Hangover
Despite receiving a significant boost during the Cash for Clunkers program, the auto industry is sliding again. Chrysler and GM sales have plunged 40% since the program ended. Consumer credit is still tight and consumer confidence is extremely low. As a result, a significant turnaround in the industry isn't expected any time soon. What does this mean for the Big Three? Did the "bailout" work? Click here for more.
Toyota & Lexus - Safety Advisory Issued
Toyota is advising 3.8 million of its consumers to remove their driver side floor mats. According to a safety advisory, the floor mats can cause throttle "entrapment" that can result in uncontrolled acceleration. If you own a Toyota or Lexus manufactured between 2004 and 2010, you're vehicle may be included in the warning. To find out if your vehicle is subject to this safety advisory, Click here for more.
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For the Lawyers
Court affirms D.C. Consumer Protection Act allows true “private attorney general” claims. The D.C. Court of Appeals stated, “We agree that the 2000 Amendments to the CPPA permit Mr. Grayson to pursue his CPPA claim on behalf of himself and the general public regardless of whether he has experienced an injury in fact as a result of the appellees’ trade practices.” Click here for more.