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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
The Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act requires full disclosure by sellers. If a seller intentionally withholds material information, he could be responsible for three times the consumer's damages, plus court costs and attorney's fees. Click here for more.
State of the Union
President Obama hosted his first State of the Union address this week. Covering topics including jobs, war, and health care, the President set out to rally support and encourage congressional cooperation. For a complete transcript of the State of the Union, Click here for more.
Snoring: A Potentially Serious Health Problem
Everybody knows someone that snores. Snoring can keep friends, family, and partners awake at night, and even damage relationships. In addition to the affect on others, snoring may be a symptom of a very serious illness called obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). In other instances, there are steps that can prevent snoring through some simple lifestyle changes. If you snore, speak with your doctor first about sleep apnea. For more information about sleep apnea and steps to prevent snoring, Click here for more.
Indoor Tanning Association Settles FTC Charges
The FTC has settled charges with the Indoor Tanning Association after the association implemented a marketing campaign making a variety of false claims and denying the risk of skin cancer. According to the FTC report, the association asserted indoor tanning was approved by the government, it was safer than outdoor tanning, and that the benefits of indoor tanning "outweigh the hypothetical risk of skin cancer." The FTC settlement bars continued deception. For more information about the settlement, Click here for more.
The Pros & Cons of the Apple iPad
This week, Apple introduced the "revolutionary" iPad device. The iPad is a cross between a computer and an iPod. For consumers wanting to learn more about the new device, Consumer Reports has prepared a report to help you determine if it is right for you. To read the report, Click here for more.
Your Money
Are you better off renting? Click here for more.
For the Lawyers
ADA Claim is dischargeable in Bankruptcy. The First Circuit ruled in a case of first impression that an Americans with Disabilities Act discrimination claim against a company in bankruptcy should be treated like a dischargeable bankruptcy claim. Click here for more.