| Volume 49 Number 9 |
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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
A store has the right to sell something and limit your right to return it by saying "no returns," or "exchange only." But this does not apply to something that doesn't work. You are always entitled to get a working product, unless it was purchased "as is." Click here for more.
When Travel Insurance Pays Off
For the past week, an enormous ash cloud from an Icelandic volcano eruption has halted European air traffic. Due to concerns of potential airplane engine failure, passengers have been stuck - unable to return to, or leave from Europe. The cost can be high, as many passengers must pay for hotels and food while waiting out the worst. For a few "lucky" passengers, all extra costs will be covered because they purchased travel insurance. Travel insurance can be expensive, but is it worth it? Click here for more.
iPhone 4G Prototype Leaked
Apple insists they aren't real, but many reputable technology sites believe they are. I am, of course, talking about the recently leaked photos of the highly anticipated iPhone 4G. The phone seen in the pictures is very similar to the first generation iPhone in shape and size, but does include some additional buttons. Critics are almost universally asking one big question - why the big step backward? Assuming the pictures are real, the phone will be faulted for many of the same reasons as the first generation iPhone, including issues of comfort and durability. Are the pictures real? You be the judge! Click here for more.
Toyota Agrees to Pay Fine
Toyota will pay the $16.4 million fine recently levied against the company, rather than appeal the fine. Although Toyota is withholding an admission of guilt, the company failed to report problems with the sticky accelerator pedals, leading to one of the largest recalls in US history. Critics insist the $16.4 million fine is merely a slap on the wrist, despite being the largest amount available under law. Will Toyota be fined again for additional violations? Do laws need to be modified to allow for a larger fine? Click here for more.
Your Money
Are two homes better than one? Estimate the after-tax cost of owning a second home! Click here for more.
For the Lawyers
Debit card overdraft processing method not unlawful. The Third Circuit affirmed the dismissal of a class action against a bank, alleging that the bank’s policy of re-ordering transactions violated New Jersey law. Click here for more.