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WE WISH YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS!!! Did you know that each nation has its own unique way of commemorating Christmas? Have you ever wondered why we send Christmas cards? Decorate an evergreen tree and give it a place of honor in our home? Smooch a sweetheart underneath a parasitic plant? Did you ever wonder how Santa delivers gifts to children all over the world in just one night? Click here for more.
The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
It is very unfair for a business to sell a gift certificate and not ever have to honor it, but as far as the law is concerned, expiration dates and other conditions are enforceable. Anytime you receive, or purchase, a gift car or gift certificate you should carefully read all the small print, and take note of any condition.
Luxuries for the Rest of Us
So maybe we can't afford private jets or vacation homes. Still, it's possible to mimic portions of the rich-and-famous lifestyle -- at reasonable prices. Click here for more.
Little Time Left for Cutting Your '07 Taxes
Now is when you should make important moves to cut this year's income taxes. So give yourself a present and take action before Jan. 1. Click here for more.
Top Five Ways You are Wasting Money
FEEL LIKE YOUR hard-earned cash leaves your wallet faster than it should? Don't blame the lattes. Chances are you're blowing through money in much more substantial ways, from paying too much for your car to forking over insurance premiums you could easily reduce. So forget about penny-pinching. Here are five major ways folks waste their money. Stop wasting money in these areas and you'll never fret about your latte spending again. Click here for more.
Christmas Day is Just Around the Corner
Not looking forward to the festive season? Well don¿t worry, you're not alone. The charity commissioned a YouGov survey to find out how people were feeling in the countdown to Christmas, and gives advice on how to feel less stressed during the so-called jolly season. Click here for more.
Your Money
How much to contribute to your 401K? Click here for more.
For the Lawyers
Rule forcing lawyers to serve as arbitrators is constitutional. The 9th Circuit has held that a local court rule requiring experienced attorneys to periodically serve as arbitrators for minimal compensation doesn't amount to an unconstitutional taking of property. Click here for more.