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Flag Day is June 14th. During the night of September 13, 1814, the British fleet bombarded Fort McHenry in the harbor at Baltimore, Maryland. Francis Scott Key, a 34-year old lawyer-poet, watched the attack from the deck of a British prisoner-exchange ship. He had gone to seek the release of a friend but they were refused permission to go ashore until after the attack had been made. As the battle ceased on the following morning, Key turned his telescope to the fort and saw that the American flag was still waving. The sight so inspired him that he pulled a letter from his pocket and began to write the poem which eventually was adopted as the national anthem of the United States--"The Star Spangled Banner." The joint Committee on Printing is pleased to present the latest edition of Our Flag. This Congressional publication briefly describes the history of the flag, and sets forth the practices and observances appropriate to its display. Click here for more.
The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
In Texas, there is no wage garnishment except for child support, student loans and certain taxes. A debt collector's threat to garnish your wages when he cannot do so, for example for a credit card debt, violates Texas and federal debt collection laws.
Spending Habits That Lead To Debt Overload
Debt isn't something that just happens as you go about your daily routines. There are certain spending habits that lead to debt. Recognizing these habits now could save a lot of money and stress later. Click here for more.
EarthLink's New Online Security Center Helps Safeguard Consumer Internet Experience
EarthLink,an Internet leader in online security tools for more than a decade, is today offering a new layer of protection with the launch of the EarthLink Security Center (http://www.earthlinksecurity.com/). Available to all Internet users, this Web site is a source of news, information and recommendations for anyone with questions about Internet threats like spam, spyware and phisher sites. Click here for more.
On the Road Again!: How to Make Smart Fast Food Choices While Travelling
If you're hitting the road this summer, stopping for a quick bite at a fast food restaurant is practically inevitable. Here are our suggestions for how to make smart choices at some of the most popular chains. Click here for more.
Your Money
How much should I put down for a new home? Click here for more.
For the Lawyers
State can't regulate bank-issued gift certificates. The 1st Circuit has held that Federal banking law preempts a state consumer protection statute that regulates the sale of bank-issued gift certificates and cards. Click here for more.