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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
Don't think stopping payment on a check protects you from having to pay when a problem arises. If the check is transferred to another person, you probably will have to pay, even if you have a legitimate reason to not pay the person to whom you gave the check. Click here for more.
Most Expensive Colleges
Higher education continues to become more expensive. As the economy continues to struggle, more and more people are making the decision to return to school. Which colleges are the most expensive? Does paying a higher price mean getting a better education? Click here for more.
Chrysler Offers to Buyout 23,000 Employees
As part of a five year recovery plan, Chrysler has offered to buyout 23,000 workers to trim trim the workforce and streamline operations. Employees have until November 13 to accept the deal. Chrysler emerged from bankruptcy in June, yet continues to restructure and reorganize. What does the future hold for Chrysler? Click here for more.
Phishing Crimes Up 600%
Phishing is a method used by hackers to obtain confidential personal information under false pretenses. Most people have received emails disguised as legitimate personal correspondence from their "bank." Others have seen new phishing schemes surface on social networking sites like Twitter, MySpace, and Facebook. According to a report by the Anti-Phishing Working Group, criminal phishing has risen 600% this year alone. Phishing can be personally and professionally devastating. Find out how to protect your personal information! Click here for more.
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For the Lawyers
The Federal Trade Commission cannot force practicing lawyers to comply with new regulations aimed at curbing identity theft, a federal judge ruled Thursday at the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. The decision offers a reprieve to law firms across the country, which faced a deadline this weekend to put in place programs to meet so-called "Red Flags Rule" requirements. The rules would have forced firms to verify the identities of potential clients. Click here for more.