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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
Most credit card agreements give the credit card company the right to change terms, including the interest rate, at any time. Be cautious of any low introductory rate of interest, and read all the small print in your agreement. Read everything very carefully before you apply.
Some Homeowners Who Accept Aid to Avert Foreclosures Lose Their Homes Anyway
As rising interest rates, high energy costs and skyrocketing insurance premiums put more homeowners in danger of falling behind on their mortgages, a new crop of investors are looking to capitalize on their hard luck. As a result, consumer advocates have seen a spike in the number of homeowners losing their homes in so-called foreclosure rescue schemes. Click here for more.
Bankruptcy Basics
Mistakes in a bankruptcy case can be difficult or impossible to undo. In the case of Chapter 7, a person may have to wait another eight years before getting another discharge. In order to get the maximum benefit from bankruptcy, learn the bankruptcy basics. Click here for more.
Can Traffic Lawyers Win Your Case? You be The Judge
Ads for traffic lawyers seem to pop up daily on rock radio stations, highway billboards and the Internet in major urban areas. And if you're unfortunate enough to get ticketed, you might well see one to three dozen solicitations show up in your mailbox within the next week to 10 days. Click here for more.
Georgia's Top Court Reinstates Ban on Gay Marriage
Georgia's top court on Thursday reinstated the state's constitutional ban on gay marriage, reversing a lower court judge's ruling. Click here for more.
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For the Lawyers
The New York State Court of Appeals refuses to recognize same-sex marriage. The Court held that this issue is a question for the Legislature to decide. Click here for more.