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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
Bank fees are virtually unregulated. Read your statement carefully to see if you have been hit with any additional fees, and dispute charges you did not agree to. Be sure to shop around for reasonable fees. When it comes to fees, all banks are not created equal.
5 Foods It's Cheaper To Grow
If grocery prices have you thinking about cutting costs with a garden, you may be on the right track. But be careful what you plant; a garden could raise your food costs. Click here for more.
Help Your Wife Plan Her Widowhood
Most men die before their wives, and their demise often leaves their spouses in poverty. But taking these 10 steps now could ensure a better life for your wife after you're gone. Click here for more.
Cash-Back Card Analysis
When it comes to rewards credit cards, Americans love cash back. According to TNS Global's Financial Services research, 57.4 percent of rewards cardholders have cash-back cards. Click here for more.
Auto Repair: Should You Use a Dealer or Independent Shop
For years people have asked this question quite frequently ... what kind of shop should I use for automotive repairs, a dealership or an independent shop? Click here for more.
8 Types Of Income The IRS Can't Touch
Don't overpay taxes on income that's protected by the U.S. tax code. Here are the major categories to watch, including five types of raises that don't add a dime to your taxable income. Click here for more.
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For the Lawyers
A Texas attorney who participated in an arbitration in New York was not barred from sharing a fee even though he wasn't admitted to the practice of law in the state. A U.S. District Court in New York, addressing the applicability of New York's unauthorized practice rules to the arbitration context, has ruled that an attorney participating in an arbitration was not engaged in the unauthorized practice of law. Click here for more.