| Volume 61 Number 11 |
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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
Never give someone "change" for a cashier's check. If someone offers to pay for something with a larger cashier's check and asks you for the difference in cash, it is probably a scam and the cashier's check is likely counterfeit. Remember, until a check is actually paid by the bank, it is nothing more than a worthless piece of paper. Click here for more.
New Protections for Airline Passengers
Great news for consumers! The Department of Transportation recently announced several new protections for airline passengers. Among the key components, airlines will no longer be able to raise a fare after a consumer has purchased a ticket, the airlines must disclose all fees when selling a ticket, refund baggage fees (when bags are lost), and provide compensation when a passenger is involuntarily bumped from a flight. To read the complete details of the new passenger protections, Click here for more.
Three Questions to Ask Before Buying a House
Are you in the market for a new home? The dynamic of the housing market has changed dramatically over the past few years and what was previously the "norm" would now be considered completely illogical. There is no safety net to protect consumers against mistakes they make when they purchase a home. There are three important questions to consider before you buy a home: (1) How long do you plan to live in the home?, (2) What is the value of the home compared to other homes in the neighborhood?, and (3) How much will it cost you to commute? Why are these questions important and how can they help you purchase the right home? Click here for more.
Your Money
How much should you set aside in case of emergency? Click here for more.
For the Lawyers
Class action challenging airfares is preempted. The Ninth Circuit held that federal law preempts a class action alleging that two foreign airlines violated state law by charging excessive fares. Click here for more.