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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.
Craziest Tax Write-Offs You've Ever Heard Of
Have you heard the one about the doggie day care deduction? The male model? The pimped-out Amish buggy? Click here for more.
Should You Buy a Used Hybrid?
Pre-owned hybrids present a different set of financial considerations. Here are some factors to consider, including depreciation, maintenance costs and insurance. Click here for more.
U-Haul Settles Class Action
The equipment rental giant agrees to pay customers $50 if it fails to honor a 'guaranteed' reservation. Click here for more.
Early Retirees Try to Fill Gap in Health Coverage
Americans are working longer, but most of them still retire before they're eligible for Medicare. In 2006, the median retirement age for men was 64, up from 63.1 in 2001, according to the American Academy of Actuaries. For women, the median age was 61.9 in 2006, up from 61.1 in 2001. Click here for more.
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Calculate your estate tax liability. Click here for more.
For the Lawyers
Supreme Court rules on liability in securities fraud case. The United States Supreme Court has held that investors in a company that committed fraud may not impose liability under the Securities Exchange Act against the company's vendors for their role in the scheme. Click here for more.