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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
Your landlord may have an obligation to make repairs to your apartment, but you must first give him written notice. To see what rights you have as a tenant Click here for more.
$14 Billion Social Security Bill
According to numerous reports, House Democrats are expected to push for a $14 billion Social Security bill during the upcoming lame duck session. For the second straight year, there was no cost of living adjustment for Social Security recipients. If the bill is passed, House Democrats hope to bridge the gap by making a one time payment of $250 to Social Security recipients. Click here for more.
Holiday Shopping Tips
Are you on a tight budget this holiday season? Simplify your shopping, avoid rip-offs, take advantage of big deals, and purchase great gifts all without breaking the bank. Read these important tips before you start your holiday shopping! Click here for more.
San Francisco Bans Happy Meals
The city of San Francisco has banned the sale of high calorie, high fat, and high sugar foods when a toy is included. San Francisco's Board of Supervisors voted last week on the ordinance, effectively banning McDonalds Happy Meals as they are currently sold. Instead, the new ordinance requires the restaurant to provide fruits and veggies with all kids meals that come with toys. The city champions the move as a step to correct childhood obesity. How do customers feel about the new rule? Click here for more.
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For the Lawyers
Attorney not entitled to attorney fees for his own work in his bankruptcy case. The Second Circuit held that a lawyer acting pro se can not recover his attorney’s fees. Based on his success on the claim, the lawyer argued that he was entitled to attorney fees under §7430 of the Internal Revenue Code, which permits a prevailing party to recover litigation costs. However, the Second Circuit held that a lawyer appearing pro se is not entitled to attorney fees. Click here for more.