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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
Immediately review your bank statements and returned checks for forgeries. Promptly report any problems to your bank. A short delay may cost you your legal rights.
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Supreme Court Won't Review NSA Practices
The Supreme Court of the United States has decided that it will not review the National Security Agency's (NSA) electronic eavesdropping practices.
The case was unusual because the petitioner bypassed the lower court system completely, reasoning that only the Supreme Court had authority in such matters. The complaint had a specific focus on the NSA's collection of millions of Verizon phone records and the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court.
Since Edward Snowden started releasing top secret government documents, many have expressed outrage over the government's extensive spying programs.
Could the court revisit the NSA's spy program again in the future?
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Black Friday Tips for Bargain Shopper
Are you planning to hit the stores on Thanksgiving night or early Black Friday morning? Make sure you have a plan of action.
Check out these tips and make sure you have positive Black Friday experience!
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Iran Reaches Deal on Nuclear Activities
After thirty years of gridlock and fighting, Iran and six world powers have finally come to an agreement on the the country's nuclear activities.
The historic deal has received both international praise and intense critique.
Find out everything you need to know about the Iran nuclear deal and what it means for our international relationships.
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Your Money
Should you convert to a bi-weekly payment schedule?
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For the Lawyers
Letter sent by attorney in bankruptcy proceeding was a communication, actionable under the FDCPA.
In a complicated opinion, the Third Circuit held that an attorney who sent a letter and notice requesting an examination and offering to settle a debt, could be sued for violations of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act.
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