| Volume 17 Number 7 |
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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
Find a Superstar Real-Estate Agent
The woods are full of agents these days, and many are beginners. Here are the eight questions you can ask to separate the average agents from the experienced heavy hitters. Click here for more.
Current Car Seat Recalls
Occasionally companies must recall car seats in order to better protect your baby. Parents should register their car seats with the manufacturer to receive quick notification of any applicable recalls, and it's also a good idea to check NHTSA's extensive recall list if you borrow a car seat from a friend or need to use an older car seat again after a period of non-use. The following car seat recalls have been issued recently. Click here for more.
FHA Saddles Up to Help Delinquent Borrowers
As millions of homeowners lie bleeding in the Subprime Corral, the feds ride in on an old mare to rescue a few borrowers suffering from scratches. Click here for more.
Retiring? Here's the Insurance You Still Need
Fact is, you can probably jettison some policies. But there are others you shouldn't go without. Here's a handy guide. Click here for more.
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How much car can you afford? Click here for more.
For the Lawyers
Golf course may be sued for damage from errant shots. The Oregon Court of Appeals has held that a golf course may be liable in negligence for damage caused by errant shots. Click here for more.