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Labor Day-the first Monday in September-celebrates the contributions workers have made to the strength, prosperity, and well-being of America. Click here for more.
The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
Are you being unlawfully threatened or harassed by a debt collector? In most states, taping his telephone conversations is legal, and good proof that he has violated the law. To see the law in your state Click here for more.
IRS Warns Taxpayers of New E-mail Scams
The Internal Revenue Service today warned taxpayers of a new phishing scam, in which an e-mail purporting to come from the IRS advises taxpayers they can receive $80 by filling out an online customer satisfaction survey. The IRS urges taxpayers to ignore this solicitation and not provide any requested information. The IRS does not initiate contact with taxpayers through e-mail. Click here for more.
When to Sell a Mutual Fund
Sometimes parting with a mutual fund can be a difficult task. Other times it can be quite easy. More often than not, investors tend to sell their mutual fund holdings for the wrong reasons. So before you make a hasty decision, please read the following list of the correct reasons to sell a mutual fund investment: Click here for more.
You Can Avoid Foreclosure and Keep Your Home
Losing a home can be financially and personally devastating. Here's information to help you keep your home. Relief may be available. Click here for more.
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For the Lawyers
Consumers can sue drug firm under state antitrust law. The Wisconsin Supreme Court held that consumers can sue an international drug firm under state antitrust law for allegedly conspiring with generic drug manufacturers to charge customers inflated prices for an antibiotic. Click here for more.