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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
If you do not have a will, the law writes one for you. For example, if you are married and have children from another marriage, your children and their step-mother may share your property after your death. The best way to make sure your property goes to whom you want after your death is to have a will. A will can also avoid time and expense when it comes to probate.
Thanksgiving Planner
Thanksgiving, the big feast day on the American calendar, is almost upon us. If your home will be the central gathering place this year, it's time to make your lists and check them over twice. This is one party where you can't leave everything until the last minute. In fact, with careful planning,you'll be ready to enjoy the holiday yourself when the first guests arrive on your doorstep, instead of stressing out in the kitchen. Here is a simple countdown to take you through the final days leading up to the big day. Click here for more.
Consumer Alert: Office Supply Scams
Several businesses recently complained to the Office of the Attorney General about invoices they received for office supplies that were never ordered, including paper, toner cartridges and other office products. Business owners should be aware that scam artists often send fraudulent billing invoices to companies of all sizes, hoping that the accounting department will simply pay the bill. Crooks count on the business's failure to confirm that a purchase order was issued or that goods actually arrived. Click here for more.
Buying a New Car
Besides buying a house, buying a new car is typically the largest purchase many of us make. But a car isn't just a purchase. Cars take us to work, carry us to our social lives, and for many people our cars are a reflection of who we are. Unfortunately, buying a car can also be an extremely stressful event that fills us with distrust and leaves us feeling like we were just raked over the coals. So we got together back at the FCIC and put together a few things to consider before shopping for a new car. Click here for more.
Are Friends to Blame For Your Debt?
It's the forbidden question most of us prefer to avoid, at our financial peril. If you've ever picked up a tab, purchased a ticket or taken a trip with friends against your better judgment, you've probably wondered, however fleetingly, if your social life is driving you into debt. Click here for more.
Your Money
Should you borrow from your home equity? Click here for more.
For the Lawyers
Online 'clickwrap' agreement's forum clause is enforceable. The Indiana Court of Appeals held that the forum selection clause in a company's online "clickwrap" agreement is enforceable against an online purchaser and the daughter-in-law whose credit card was used in the transaction. Click here for more.