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Center for Consumer Law
  Volume 16 Number 10

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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.  


Foreclosure "Rescue" Scams on the Rise

Home foreclosures are increasing across the country as the mortgage industry goes through a meltdown. Also increasing are foreclosure "rescue" scams.  Click here for more.


Seven Common Insurance Mistakes

Insurance is the product you buy in case the unthinkable happens. Unfortunately, by the time you need it, it's too late to make sure you have the right type and amount of insurance coverage. Make sure you don't make the following mistakes while buying financial protection against disaster Click here for more.


Five Money Lessons for Preschoolers

Advertisers know our little ones are listening. Parents, put your 2 cents in now and start teaching basic financial management.  Click here for more.


Bank Error in Your Favor? Your Problem

If you find yourself in possession of extra money because a bank or employer made a mistake in your favor, don't get too attached -- and don't spend it.  Click here for more.


Your Money

Should your spouse go back to work?  Click here for more.


For the Lawyers

Advertising restrictions of Texas insurance tie-in statute violate First Amendment. The 5th Circuit has held that recently enacted provision designed to prevent an auto insurer from owning and operating auto body shops was unconstitutional to the extent it banned non-misleading and truthful advertising. Click here for more.

 

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