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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
"All sales final, no returns, no refunds and no exchanges" does not mean you are stuck with defective goods. Every merchant makes warranties as to the quality of what is sold. Language like "no refunds or exchanges" just means you cannot change you mind if you do not like what you bought.
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Stories to Read Ahead of Friday's Sequester
As the government braces for massive spending cuts, Federal Reserve Chair Ben Bernanke is warning that a sequester will be a significant burden to the economy and slow the economic recovery.
With "sequestration" cuts set for Friday, a new poll indicates most Americans believe the cuts will have a dramatic effect on the economy. Yet, the same survey seems to indicate that most Americans aren't paying attention. In fact, only one in four Americans are following the story.
Bring yourself up-to-date. Check out these
three stories to read about the sequester.
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Facebook Again Draws Privacy Complaints
Facebook plans to collect information on users' shopping behavior in order to deliver targeted advertising on behalf of select sponsors. Likely expecting consumer backlash, Facebook also announced the addition of new security features to make sure that specific consumer data doesn't leak. Unfortunately, some industry analysts don't think that's enough.
What are the pro's and con's associated with Facebook's new advertising plan?
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Security, Prep, & Filing: Income Tax Guide
Taxes are due by April 15. With less than two months to go, it's time to start working on your taxes if you haven't already.
What are the tips, tricks, and traps of tax preparation?
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For the Lawyers
Mortgage holder and homeowner’s association not responsible for injury on abandoned property. An Indiana trial court found that the defendants had not breached a duty of care owed to the injured child. The Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed the trial court’s grant of summary judgment. The court found it came down to basic premises liability law. Neither the mortgage company nor the association were “possessors” of the property, so they owed no duty to those coming onto the premises. Click here for more.