| Volume 117 Number 9 |
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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
In Texas a merchant can't charge you a surcharge to use a credit card. That said, they are free to offer a discount for cash purchases. This can be a fine line, but if you believe that a merchant is violating the law, you can file a complaint with the Texas Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner. Click here for more.
Retailers "Black Friday" Sales Are Starting Early
It is still a week away from "Black Friday" but many retailers have already started their sales. While you may still have to wait until next week for the "doorbuster" deals, Amazon, Best Buy, and Costco have already started sales. In a twist this year, Wal-Mart is making it doorbusters available online at wallmart.com all day Thursday. Click here for more.
Your Money
Many people believe that you will lose Social Security if you continue to earn money from a job. In fact, if you are above full retirement age (66-67), you would lose no benefits. While it is true that people below full retirement age may have a reduction in benefits depending upon their income, that reduction is made up by increased benefits to that worker once full retirement age is reached. Click here for more.
For the Lawyers
Have you lost a case but know that you have grounds for an appeal? The analysis does not end there, because very few appeals will reverse the judgment. This link discusses the kind of cost-benefit analysis an attorney should engage in before pursuing an appeal. Click here for more.