| Volume 43 Number 8 |
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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
You can sue in small claims court for as much as $10,000. But you cannot just "take less" to get into court. If you are owed $11,000, you can't sue in small claims court for only $10,000. Click here for more.
Cybersafety for Parents and Children
Does your child have a mobile phone? Does your child use the internet? This booklet will help you talk with your child about online safety. Click here for more.
Evaluating "Free Trial" Offers
Not all "free trails" are actually free. "Free trial" offers are prominent on the internet. In fact, a consumer often can't go online without seeing an offer for a free trial for a product or service. However, many consumers have complained about recurring charges for products and services they didn't ask for. Even the most savvy internet user can fall victim to the deceptive marketing. Accordingly, consumer rights groups are warning consumers to make informed decisions before opting for any "free trial" offers. How can you protect yourself? Click here for more.
FTC Sues Intel for Anticompetitive Practices
The Federal Trade Commission has announced a lawsuit against chipmaker Intel for anticompetitive practices. The FTC alleges that Intel has taken steps to prevent other chipmakers from entering and competing in the marketplace. Among the complaints, the FTC charges Intel created software that was specifically designed to function better running on an Intel processor than a competitor's brand. What does this lawsuit mean for computer users? Click here for more.
Your Money
How much money can you save by transferring your credit card balance to another card? Click here for more.
For the Lawyers
Injunctive relief pursuant to the Texas Debt Collection Act (TDCA) does not require proof of irreparable injury. A Texas appellate court has held that it is not necessary to comply with the common law requirements for injunctive relief in a suit under the TDCA. The court noted that “Where a statute provides for a right to an injunction for a violation, a party does not have to establish the general equitable principles for a temporary injunction.” Click here for more.