| Volume 42 Number 9 |
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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. Click here for more.
Seven Tips for Buying Foreclosures
Are you thinking about buying a house? If you're thinking about buying at foreclosure, you should be aware of both opportunities and pitfalls. Here are seven helpful tips for buying at foreclosure! Click here for more.
Lowes Recall: Perfect Flame Grill
665,000 Perfect Flame grills sold at Lowe's have been recalled for reports of unwanted fire. If you own a Perfect Flame grill, Click here for more.
FTC Notice: "Free" Internet Auction Kits
Have you been offered a "free" internet auction kit? If so, you may have been scammed. The FTC recently announced a settlement that bars deceptive online marketing of "free" internet auction kits. The defendants were charged with failure to disclose a $59.95 a month for enrollment in an "online supplier" program. If you would like to know more about the FTC settlement, Click here for more.
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For the Lawyers
Fair Credit Reporting Act does not preempt state law claims against mortgage servicer. A U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas held that the Fair Credit Reporting Act does not preempt claims for damaging a borrower’s credit. Click here for more.