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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
If you have been a victim of identity theft there is a way to make sure it never happens again. Texas law allows you to put a "security freeze" on your credit report, preventing an identity thief from using your information. To find out more, Click here for more.
Are You Open and Honest or Practicing Financial Infidelity?
Most people know their honey's favorite TV show, and his mother's maiden name. They know where she grew up and touching stories of how she got that scar over her eye. We know where he plays ball on Sunday and who her best friend is. But what about his credit score? Her income? How much debt he has? Her spending habits? It's answers to questions like these that most experts say can make or break a relationship. Click here for more.
Give Torn Stockings Another Run, And Other Tips for the Frugal
The results are in. The hundreds of folks nominated for the 2006 Color of Money Penny Pincher of the Year Contest prove who is the most frugal person in the country. Click here for more.
Scams Fool the Money-wise
Maybe you're smart about money. But are you scam-savvy? A recent study has found that knowing about finances doesn't necessarily make you immune to con artists who know how to push the precise psychological buttons to get at your savings. Click here for more.
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For the Lawyers
Patient's claims against manufacturer of angioplasty catheter were preempted by Medical device Amendments for Food and Drug Act. The 2nd circuit has held that claims for negligence, breach of warranty and strict liability were all pre-empted to the extent they alleged liability despite manufacturer's adherence to standards requires by the FDA. Click here for more.