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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
A landlord has an obligation to change the locks on your doors whenever you request it. You may be charged the cost of making the change, but no additional fees.
Suit Over 'Rent-to-Own' Agreements Settles for $109 Million
Rent-A-Center Inc., the nationwide rent-to-own company, has agreed to pay about 100,000 New Jersey customers a total of $109 million to settle a putative class action suit claiming the company violated the state's criminal usury statute. Click here for more.
Mother's Day Planning Checklist
Planning ahead for Mother's Day helps make the occasion delightful, fun and relaxing. Whether cooking a meal at home or setting up the extravagant weekend itinerary, you'll benefit from having a customized checklist of important points to have covered well in advance: tickets, reservations, what to buy, and so on. Click here for more.
When Bankruptcy Meets Divorce
Just over two years ago, President George W. Bush signed the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act (BAPCPA) of 2005, which became effective Oct. 17, 2005. If you are getting divorced, this new bankruptcy law could concern you. Reason: While you may not realize it, in this country, our high divorce rate and bankruptcy commonly intersect. Click here for more.
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For the Lawyers
"As is" waives implied warranty of suitability. The Texas Supreme Court has held that an "as is" clause in commercial leases waives the implied warranty of suitability. Click here for more.