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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
When a college or university claims it has relationships with well-known employers, that may convince you to attend. But beware: Claims like this may be a ploy to attract new students — and your tuition dollars. Click here for more.
What consumers need to know about traveling with pre-existing conditions
Travel insurance, by and large, gets good consumer ratings. While it’s relatively inexpensive, those who buy it and don’t use it might tell you it’s a waste of money. However, those who buy it and encounter a situation where it comes in handy are glad they spent the money. The basics included in travel insurance are pretty straightforward; travelers can expect to be covered for four things. However, consumers who have pre-existing conditions are often met with another set of challenges that can make travel difficult. Click here for more.
Your Money
Congratulations on getting that bonus. It's nice that your employer recognized your hard work and effort, but before you spend that money, you may want to consider how much tax you will have to pay. Here's what to know about how your bonus will be taxed. Click here for more.
For the Lawyers
Supreme Court will not take up a payday lender's constitutional challenge to the CFPB, pending at the Fifth Circuit. The justices denied a bid from All American Check Cashing Inc. to skip straight to the high court with its questions about the agency’s constitutionality, before the Fifth Circuit renders a judgment on the check cashing and payday loan company’s appeal of an enforcement action over allegedly improper business practices. All American contends it is unconstitutional for the CFPB to be set up with a single leader who can only be removed for cause, and that its enforcement actions are therefore invalid. After Monday’s high court denial, it’ll now be up to the Fifth Circuit to determine the constitutionality of the agency’s structure. Click here for more.