| Volume 106 Number 8 |
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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.
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The Most Deadly Cars on the Road
What are the most deadly vehicles on the road?
The Kia Rio, Nissan Versa, and Hyundai Accent top the list of most deadly vehicles. However, the Hyundai Accent makes the list twice. The four-door edition came in as the third most deadly vehicle while the two-door came in at fifth. Combined, the Accent deaths far exceed that of any other vehicle.
Chevrolet made the top ten list three times with the Aveo, Silverado, and Camero.
What do the roads most deadly vehicles have in common? Why are SUVs now among the safest vehicles on the road?
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Toyota Recalls 52,000 Avalon Sedans
On Wednesday, Toyota issued a recall for 52,000 Avalon sedans because wiring of the cars audio system can cause a fire when cargo is placed in the trunk.
Do you drive a 2011 or 2012 Toyota Avalon? Find out the next step!
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Why Snoring Shouldn't Be Ignored
If you think snoring is normal, think again. Unless you have a cold, snoring should not be a part of your everyday life. Nightly snoring can be a sign of a serious health condition. It shouldn't be ignored.
Sleep apnea affects 5% to 15% of middle aged adults. Snoring is an indication that there's an obstruction of an airway. Although most of the time snorers still get enough air to keep everything functioning normally, a lack of air can lead to heart disease and other serious health conditions.
Do you snore regularly? Find out why you should address it now!
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Your Money
Will you be able be able to pay back your student loans?
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For the Lawyers
Arbitrator has the power to issue sanctions over $600 Million.
The Minnesota Supreme Court unanimously confirmed an arbitration award of over $600 million in punitive sanctions. Although the appellant argued the arbitrator exceeded his authority by severely sanctioning appellant for fabricating evidence, the court concluded that the parties’ agreement gave the arbitrator power to impose the sanctions. The parties’ arbitration agreement provided that arbitration would proceed “in accordance with the rules then in effect of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitrator may grant injunctions or other relief in such dispute or controversy.” The relevant AAA rules in turn empowered the arbitrator to “grant any remedy or relief that would have been available to the parties had the matter been heard in court.”
The court found that both the language of the agreement and the incorporated rule were broad enough to allow the arbitrator to issue sanctions, even big sanctions, against a party who fabricated evidence.
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