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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
Shopping online gives you a wide variety of merchants to choose from, but what do you really know about them? Protect yourself from getting ripped off by using a credit card. Under Federal law, a charge for something never delivered is a billing error, and you do not have to pay the credit card bill if you dispute the error in a timely manner. Click here for more.
GM Recalls 1.4 Million Vehicles
General Motors has been bitten by the bad luck bug again. GM announced the company will recall 1.4 million vehicles for a fire hazard caused by a heated windshield wiper system. GM previously recalled nearly 1 million vehicles for the same issue in 2008, but the previous fix did not prevent new fires from starting. This time GM plans to disable the system altogether. The vehicles subject to recall include Buick Enclave and Lucerne; Cadillac CTS, DTS and Escalade; Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado, Suburban, Tahoe and Traverse; GMC Acadia, Sierra and Yukon; Hummer H2; and Saturn Outlook. The vehicles were made from 2006 to 2009. Is your vehicle subject to the latest recall? Click here for more.
BP Hires Unemployed to Help in Cleanup
Although BP is facing intense criticism and scrutiny after the largest oil spill in American history, the company is now hiring the unemployed to help in cleanup efforts. The company is expected to hire a cleanup "army" of 4,500 unemployed workers to rake and shovel debris, clean rocks and beach areas, clean oil-covered items, and take away trash. Click here for more.
Many Drivers Unfit for the Road
Could you pass your driver test again? According to a recent study by GMAC insurance, one in five drivers would not pass a written drivers test if they had to take it again. Which state has the most knowledgeable drivers? Which state received the lowest score? Click here for more.
iPhone: More Details on the New Phone
Earlier this week, Apple introduced the world to the iPhone 4 and iOS4. The new iPhone will be available June 24. At the Apple Developers Conference, Steve Jobs introduced the world to the latest revolution in the mobile phone market. How will the iPhone 4 change the game? Click here for more.
Your Money
How much does your mortgage really cost? Use this amortization calculator to find out! Click here for more.
For the Lawyers
Nursing home can't enforce arbitration clause. Maryland's highest court held that the estate of a nursing home resident who died as the result of alleged medical malpractice isn't bound by an arbitration agreement executed upon his admittance. Click here for more.