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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
You can sue in Texas Small Claims Court for up to $5,000 and you do not need an attorney to assist you. Next time you get ripped-off, consider the real people's court. Small Claims Court is quick, informal and easy to use. In many case, once the other person knows you know your legal rights and will assert them, they quickly try to settle the dispute.
Top Five People to Tip Over the Holidays
'Tis the season for the toughest quandary: Who gets a holiday tip and how much? It's a custom in this country to thank people who take care of us throughout the year, often with a monetary gift or another type of gift. Click here for more.
Throw a Great holiday Party Without Tossing the Budget
When it comes to saving money on the holidays, most budget-conscious folks spend a lot of their energy thinking about ways to economize on gifts. However, if you also host a holiday party, you also can cut costs by applying smart shopping strategies to your décor, food and beverage purchases. Click here for more.
Stay Safe While Playing Santa
It's that time of year when lights twinkle and bells jingle, and we head out to shop for holiday gifts. But remember, behind every "Ho! Ho! Ho!" there's a thief, a rip-off artist, or a small time thug waiting to fill his stocking by emptying your pockets. Click here for more.
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For the Lawyers
Choice-of-venue provision in software agreement is unenforceable. The Kansas Supreme Court has ruled that a choice-of-venue provision in a "shrinkwrap" software licensing agreement is unenforceable. Click here for more.