| Volume 11 Number 7 |
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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
Federal law prohibits a debt collector from calling you at work, but only after he knows your employer prohibits such calls. If a debt collector calls you at work, let him know that your employer does not allow such calls and that you assume he will never call again. If the debt collector calls back, he is violated federal law and you could be entitled to a penalty of up to $1,000.
The Psychology Behind Tax Procrastination
On the pain scale, preparing income taxes falls somewhere between a visit to the doctor and a visit to the dentist. All are necessary in the long run, but oh so easy to put off until tomorrow, or the next day, or the day after that. But why do we procrastinate, foot-drag, dither and delay filing our income tax, even when we owe nothing or can claim a refund? Click here for more.
Check Card Problems to Watch For
Check cards have increased in popularity this decade because consumers like the ability to manage their money effectively in a convenient and secure way. But there are a few aspects that consumers need to be aware of so that they don't become problems. Click here for more.
IRS Cautions About Internet Scams
The tax man doesn't like to be impersonated. The Internal Revenue Service says taxpayers may be confused by the proliferation of Internet sites that contain some form of the Internal Revenue Service name or IRS acronym with a .com, .net, .org or other designation in the address instead of .gov. Click here for more.
The Right Way to Tap Into Your 401(k)
The 4 percent withdrawal rule has been misinterpreted and misapplied by retirees. Click here for more.
Your Money
How do return rates affect my retirement income? Click here for more.
For the Lawyers
Mandamus Available When Arbitration Is Denied In Action Governed By Federal Arbitration Act. The Texas Supreme Court has held that when a trial court denies a motion to compel arbitration and the underlying contract is governed by the Federal Arbitration Act, mandamus relief is appropriate. Click here for more.