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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
In Texas, a will does not have to be notarized to be valid. Having said that, a self-proving affidavit (a notary form) will make it easier and less costly to probate it. Click here for more.
Texas House Passes Loser Pays Bill
The civil justice system in Texas may be in store for some dramatic changes. On Monday, the Texas House of Representatives voted 96 to 49 to pass a bill that includes major changes to the current system, including a "loser pays" section. For example, if a plaintiff rejects a settlement offer, the defendant may be able to collect attorney's fees. The bill now moves to the Texas Senate. If implemented, what will these changes mean for Texas consumers? Click here for more.
20 Most Profitable Companies
A list of the twenty most profitable companies was released this week, and it should come as no surprise who tops the list. ExxonMobile, with $30 billion in profit, tops of the list of Fortune 500's most profitable companies. Where do Apple, Google, and AT&T rank? Click here for more.
Learning to Limit Online Exposure
Do you want to protect yourself from fraud and identity theft? Limiting your online exposure is a great way to start. From Facebook to Twitter and beyond, social networking and other online activities are a hotbed for identity crimes. How can you limit your online exposure? Click here for more.
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For the Lawyers
Lawyers may advertise past success. The Fifth Circuit held that a state disciplinary rule prohibiting lawyers from advertising their past litigation successes impermissibly infringes on freedom of speech. Click here for more.