| Volume 6 Number 12 |
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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
If you are receiving emails that appear to be from Paypal a bank or a credit card company telling you about "a recent charge to your account," ignore them. Do not click on any link to verify your account or dispute the charge. If you want to check with your credit card company, the phone number is on your card. If you think the notice may be real, wait until you receive your credit card bill and then dispute it. These are scams designed to get your private information.
What to do When You're Pulled Over
As you coast to a stop on the shoulder of the roadway, you know that sick feeling -- you've been busted. And now, it's time to pay. It might be a good idea to share with you some advice on how to behave once you're pulled over. A few state troopers were asked for their list of do's and don'ts. Click here for more.
Charity Scams Increase As Holidays Approach
As we near the end of the year, many people will give generously to charities and good causes -- but increasingly these donations never reach the people who need help. Some so-called "charities" are outright scams that pocket all the funds people contribute. Click here for more.
Top Five Generic Products to Skip
Most folks know that buying store-brand products (also known as private-label brands) is a great way to cut costs. But despite the lower prices, not all generics will save you money. Here are five to forgo in favor of brand names. Click here for more.
Your Money
When buying a house should I pay points to lower the rate? Click here for more.
For the Lawyers
Attorney who filed foreclosure suit can be sued under Fair Debt Act. The 5th Circuit has held that an attorney who filed a foreclosure action for a client could be sued as a "debt collector" under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. Click here for more.