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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
"I agree" may mean more than you think. When you enter into an agreement on the internet, you will likely check a small box that says "I agree." Be careful what you agree to. It may look like a small box, but it usually goes on for many pages. Read everything carefully before you click! Click here for more.
SCOTUS Rejects Music Filing-Sharing Case
In 2009, a jury ordered a defendant to pay $675,000 in a lawsuit with Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for illegally sharing music over the Internet. On appeal, a federal judge determined that the judgement was unconstitutionally excessive, but the First Circuit Court of Appeals later reinstated the penalty. This week, the Supreme Court of the United States
declined to hear the defendant's appeal, effectively finalizing the verdict of $675,000 for sharing 30 songs. Should you be concerned? Click here for more.
Jeep Recalls 87,000 Wranglers
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a risk of fire has prompted Jeep to recall 87,000 of its Wrangler vehicles. The recall comes after the government received fourteen reports of fires caused by debris that can get caught between the transmission and the catalytic converter. Do you own a 2010 Jeep Wrangler? Click here for more.
Facebook & Privacy: What to Know
Many consumers believe Facebook to be nothing more than a privacy black hole. To begin with, users share too much information and many don't fully understand the available privacy controls. Not that it would make a huge difference. Facebook collects more information about you than you think and shares that information across the Internet. What information is Facebook collecting? What can you do to protect your information?
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For the Lawyers
Employee who was fired for refusing to commit an illegal act may recover punitive damages. The Texas Supreme Court held that an employee who was terminated for refusing to perform an illegal act might recover punitive damages. In the instant case, however, the plaintiff failed to meet the legal standard required to recover such damages. Click here for more.