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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
An Advanced Directive, commonly called a "living will" gives you the right to make your own decisions regarding whether to die a natural death or be kept alive by artificial means after being diagnosed with a terminal condition. For a free copy, Click here for more.
New Travel Rules Set Off Confusion, Rush for Passports
For thousands of travelers flying into the USA from Canada, the Caribbean and Mexico, Tuesday is D-Day. Or P-Day, as it were. That's when new government regulations take effect requiring all incoming air travelers -including U.S. citizens- to have a passport. Click here for more.
More Banks Offer Free Help for Victims of Identity Theft
To stand out from the competition and attract depositors, a number of community banks and credit unions are joining insurers and a few major banks like Citibank in offering customers free identity theft recovery service. The service is aimed at helping victims close compromised accounts, place fraud alerts and prevent additional damage. Click here for more.
Kids Gone? 20 Insurance Tips for Empty Nesters
Kids moving out? Before you start planning a vacation or home remodel, give your insurance agent or financial planner a call. Your insurance might need to be adjusted. Click here for more.
Tax Breaks for Gas Savers
Green could have a double meaning for environmentally conscious motorists at tax time. Buyers of an alternative-fuel vehicle could find themselves saving money at tax-filing time. Click here for more.
Your Money
Should I wait a year to sell my stock? Click here for more.
For the Lawyers
The Texas Supreme Court has held that UIM insurance covers prejudgment interest that the underinsured motorist would owe the insured. At the same time it also ruled that under Chapter 38 of the Civil Practice and Remedies Code, a claim for UIM benefits is not presented until the trial court signs a judgment establishing the negligence and underinsured status of the other motorist. Click here for more.