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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
Writing a check when you do not have enough money in the bank is criminal and criminal charges may be filed. Stopping payment on a check because you are dissatisfied with the goods or services purchased is not, provided the money would have been available to pay it if payment had not been stopped.
Retirement Planning Tips for Persons in Their 20s
During this period of your life, you are just learning how to deal with the idea of being on your own and possibly starting a family. Probably the most important thing you need to do is learn how to handle your finances and make the right decisions to meet your goals. Retirement is still many years away but if you do some planning now, you might be able to retire when you want with the lifestyle you dream about. The following are some tips to help you get a start on your retirement goals and in the process, you are building some assets and learning how to handle y Click here for more.
Get Your Car in Shape for Summer Road Trips
Hitting the highway for a road trip? Ensure that your car is in shape before you leave by following a few simple tips. Click here for more.
Owner of Tall Ship Files for Bankruptcy Protection
The owner of Baltimore's tallest tall ship, Clipper City, has filed for bankruptcy protection in U.S. District Court to forestall a federal seizure of the schooner and allow him to continuing operating its public sails and charter trips. Lawyers for Clipper City Tall Ship LLC owner John Kircher and its main creditor, Regal Bancorp Inc. of Owings Mills, confirmed yesterday that there is an outstanding debt of $750,000, and that the monthly mortgage payments are in arrears. Click here for more.
Create Your Own Summer Job: 6 Ways to Make Money This Summer
Summer's here, and opportunities for quick money abound. If you're a recent graduate, a teacher or student off for the summer, or anyone else looking for some quick cash, summer's a great time to start a business. With a little money, some hard work, and a lot of entrepreneurial spirit, you can start turning a profit immediately. And all of these ideas are things you can still walk away from in September if you want to. Here are six ways you can be your own boss this summer. Click here for more.
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For the Lawyers
Parents can sue under IDEA. The Supreme Court has held that the non-lawyer parents of a disabled student have a right to represent themselves in an Individuals with Disabilities Education Act suit over public education opportunities for their child. Click here for more.