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Mass Tort & Class Action Blog

Cover class actions regarding consumer products, food, and medical devices. By Calvo Fisher & Jacob LLP.

http://www.masstortclassaction.com/

Jan 12
CALIFORNIA SUPREME COURT CLASS ACTION CASES TO WATCH IN 2012

CALIFORNIA SUPREME COURT CLASS ACTION CASES TO WATCH IN 2012

There are a number of cases pending before the California Supreme Court that should be on everyone’s watch list this year. This article summarizes the top seven.
Dec 29
California Supreme Court Clarifies Test For Exempt Employee

California Supreme Court Clarifies Test For Exempt Employee

The California Supreme Court issued an important decision today clarifying the test to determine whether employees should be treated as exempt from overtime requirements, in Harris v. Superior Court (Liberty Mutual Insurance Company). The…
Dec 19
FDA Panel Recommends Changes To Transvaginal Mesh Approval Proce

FDA Panel Recommends Changes To Transvaginal Mesh Approval Proce

Women suing for injuries arising from implantation of surgical mesh used for pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and stress urinary incontinence received validation from an FDA advisory panel in September 2011. After two days of hearings,

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Nolo Presents The Law in Plain…

Nolo Presents The Law in Plain English

Nolo.com's Podcast topics include estate planning, wills, trusts, divorces, contracts, hiring a lawyer, copyrights, trademarks, patents, personal injury, bankruptcy and more.

http://www.nolocast.com

Jun 4
120. Fundraising Expert Ilona Bray Interview

120. Fundraising Expert Ilona Bray Interview
Jun 4
119. Bringing Creativity to Your Fundraising Effort

119. Bringing Creativity to Your Fundraising Effort
May 26
118. The Down Economy’s Impact on Grassroots Fundraising

118. The Down Economy’s Impact on Grassroots Fundraising

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California Consumer Finance…

California Consumer Finance Litigation

Covers consumer finance developments, trends and analysis. By O'Rielly & Roche LLP.

http://www.consumerfinancelitigation.com/

May 13
Ninth Circuit Reverses Approval of Class Settlement: Incentive Awards to Representatives Cannot Be Conditioned on Supporting Settlement

Ninth Circuit Reverses Approval of Class Settlement: Incentive Awards to Representatives Cannot Be Conditioned on Supporting Settlement

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit recently reversed a district court's approval of a class action settlement in a case involving claims under the Fair Credit Reporting Act and its California counterpart. In Radcliffe v. Experian…
May 1
Court of Appeal Reverses Denial of Class Certification Based on Rees-Levering

Court of Appeal Reverses Denial of Class Certification Based on Rees-Levering

In Ramirez v. Balboa Thrift and Loan, the 4th District Court of Appeal reversed the trial court's denial of plaintiff's class certification motion, holding the trial court based its ruling on an inaccurate interpretation of…
Apr 22
Ninth Circuit En Banc Panel Upholds Arbitration Provision, Declines to Consider Whether Concepcion Preempts Broughton-Cruz.

Ninth Circuit En Banc Panel Upholds Arbitration Provision, Declines to Consider Whether Concepcion Preempts Broughton-Cruz.

Last year, in Kilgore v. Keybank, a three judge panel held that the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA) preempted California's Broughton-Cruz rule, which exempts a public injunction claim from arbitration. (See Broughton v.…

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Florida HOA Lawyer Blog

Published By Siegfried, Rivera, Lerner, De La Torre & Sobel, P.A.

http://www.floridahoalawyerblog.com/

May 9
Inspections, Work Logs Imperative to Protect Condominium Associations Against Defective Concrete Restoration Project

Inspections, Work Logs Imperative to Protect Condominium Associations Against Defective Concrete Restoration Project

By Daniel SalasConcrete restoration projects are unavoidable during the lifespan of every concrete building in South Florida. They are among the most expensive construction renovation projects that associations will be required to take on,…
May 1
HOA's Settlement with Trayvon Martin Family Illustrates Liability Issues Involving Neighborhood Watch Program

HOA's Settlement with Trayvon Martin Family Illustrates Liability Issues Involving Neighborhood Watch Program

By Roberto C. BlanchLast year I participated in a discussion with an Associated Press reporter and wrote about a central Florida community association's apparent endorsement of George Zimmerman as its neighborhood watch captain and his…
Apr 29
House Bill 1339 Would Enable Foreclosing Lenders to Avoid Paying Their Fair Share to Community Association

House Bill 1339 Would Enable Foreclosing Lenders to Avoid Paying Their Fair Share to Community Association

By Laura Manning-HudsonOur other community association attorneys and I have been keeping a watchful eye on the bills impacting condominium associations and HOAs that have been proposed for the current legislative session in Tallahassee. Of…

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California Credit Law Blog

Covers issues and topics relating to consumer credit law. Published by Northern California consumer lawyers, Kemnitzer, Anderson, Barron, Ogilvie & Brewer.

http://www.californiacreditlaw.com/

May 4
VantageScore Ignores Paid Collection Account

VantageScore Ignores Paid Collection Account

The NY Times reports that a major credit score generator, VantageScore Solutions, has decided to ignore collection actions on credit reports — many of which are medical debts — as long as the collections are paid. Vantage found…
Apr 10
Credit Scores Should be Free!

Credit Scores Should be Free!

Karen Blumenthal of the Wall Street Journal asks why consumers have to pay get credit scores. As important as credit scores are to consumers, they currently have to pay fees to Experian, Equifax, Trans Union or others to get their own…
Apr 10
Statutes of Limitation on Credit Card Debt Varies from State to State

Statutes of Limitation on Credit Card Debt Varies from State to State

Credit Cards.com reporter Fred Williams has posted an informative report on the statute of limitations that apply to credit card debts. To determine how long a credit card issuer can file suit, a consumer has to figure out which state's law…

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The Law Offices of Robert J.…

The Law Offices of Robert J. Nahoum, P.C.

Covers debt collection and consumer law.

http://nahoumlaw.com/blog/

May 2
Was I Sued in the Right Place?

Was I Sued in the Right Place?

By: Robert J. Nahoum THE PROBLEM: You have been sued by a debt collector for a consumer debt in a county, city, town or state where you don’t live. Can the debt collector do that? The Rule: In legal jargon, the term…
Apr 30
Calling a Consumer Debtor a Liar May Violate the FDCPA

Calling a Consumer Debtor a Liar May Violate the FDCPA

By: Robert J. Nahoum THE PROBLEM: A debt collector has got you on the phone; you truthfully tell him that you simply don’t have the money to pay and he crudely and obnoxiously calls you a liar. Can he get away with it? The Rule:…
Apr 22
Repeated Hang Ups May Violate the FDCPA

Repeated Hang Ups May Violate the FDCPA

By: Robert J. Nahoum THE PROBLEM: You are being hounded by debt collectors, the debt collection calls are coming fast and furious but one of the callers repeatedly hangs up either prior to or as soon as you or your voice mail answers the…

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California Lemon Law Blog

Covers auto recalls, California lemon law, and unfair and deceptive business practices. By Law Offices of Howard D. Silver.

http://www.california-lemon-law-blog.com/

Apr 29
The Largest Auto Recalls in Recent History

The Largest Auto Recalls in Recent History

With recent news of recalls affecting 3.4 million vehicles from Toyota, Honda, Nissan, and Mazda due to airbag defects, consumers might be wondering what exactly is going on. A recent report from Reuters highlights recalls affecting millions…
Apr 10
Hyundai and Kia Issue Multiple Recalls Totaling 1.8 Million Vehicle

Hyundai and Kia Issue Multiple Recalls Totaling 1.8 Million Vehicle

Hyundai Motors and its affiliate Kia, have recalled more than 1.8 million vehicles due to problems with brake light switches and air bags, according to Fox Business. 186,254 Hyundai Elantra cars from model years 2011 through 2013 are being…
Apr 10
Hyundai and Kia Issue Multiple Recalls Totaling 1.8 Million Vehicle

Hyundai and Kia Issue Multiple Recalls Totaling 1.8 Million Vehicle

Hyundai Motors and its affiliate Kia, have recalled more than 1.8 million vehicles due to problems with brake light switches and air bags, according to Fox Business. 186,254 Hyundai Elantra cars from model years 2011 through 2013 are being…

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New Jersey Lemon Law Lawyer Blog

Covers Consumer Law isssues and topics such as car dealership fraud, pay plan lawsuits, lemon law, and recalls. By New Jersey Consumer Lemon Law Lawyer, Jonathan Rudnick.

http://www.newjerseylemonlawlawyerblog.com/

Feb 24
Did You Purchase a Tiffany Ring From Costco?

Did You Purchase a Tiffany Ring From Costco?

Did You Purchase a Tiffany Ring From Costco? Tiffany has sued Costco over the purported sale of a Tiffany Ring!! The allegations are as follows: Tiffany says it believes possibly thousands of engagement rings were sold to unsuspecting…
Jan 7
Free Drinks?

Free Drinks?

Free Drinks worth $58 million. The ABA Journal reported that an attorney in Chicago who made a claim against Southwest Airlines pertaining to a change or modification to a free drink coupon policy which resolved the lawsuit at a value up to…
Jan 3
Tough Questions for a Car Dealer

Tough Questions for a Car Dealer

INTERROGATORIES FOR DEALER 1. When did this defendant acquire the subject vehicle? 2. While the vehicle was in the possession of the defendant was the car ever damaged, if so explain how, the amount of damage and how it was fixed, and by…

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The Monk Law Firm

Covers personal injury and consumer law information.

http://blog.themonklawfirm.com

Dec 12
Port Neches Chamber of Commerce - Business of the Month

Port Neches Chamber of Commerce - Business of the Month

The Monk Law Firm is featured as the business of the month for the Port Neches Chamber of Commerce for December. We have an open door policy so feel free to drop by and visit!
Nov 17
Social Media

Social Media

Attorney-client privilege issues prevent attorneys from giving the case specific information that might draw new clients to your particular brand of legal service.
Nov 11
Happy Veteran's Day!

Happy Veteran's Day!

Happy Veteran's Day from The Monk Law Firm! We will be volunteering at The Veteran's Clinic in February, but for those that need assistance sooner than that there is a clinic tomorrow. The details are as follows:

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Monmouth County Bankruptcy and…

Monmouth County Bankruptcy and Consumer Lawyer Blog

Covers consumer law and bankruptcy. By Riviere Cresci & Singer LLC.

http://www.monmouthcountybankruptcyconsumerlawyerblog.com/

May 7
What you can learn from a professional athletes Chapter 7 bankruptcy.

What you can learn from a professional athletes Chapter 7 bankruptcy.

The average professional athlete in the U.S. will make more in one season than most of us earn in our entire lives, however despite those staggering salaries, 78% of NFL players, 60% of NBA players and a very large percentage of MLB players…
Apr 25
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy: It can happen to anyone!

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy: It can happen to anyone!

A New Jersey resident, Dionne Warwick, is bankrupt. The singer and actress who was a regular at the top of the Billboard chart for four decades, has filed bankruptcy. She owes more than $10 million in back taxes and has only $10 left at the…
Nov 22
Why your boat insurance claim might be denied.

Why your boat insurance claim might be denied.

Boat Insurance Attorney explains why your boat insurance claim may be denied: During a storm many were obligated to evacuate as per government mandate. With super-storm Sandy it would be tough to argue that anyone wasn't under advance notice…

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Friedman Iverson Consumer Law Blog

Provides commentary and posts that deal with consumer issues, such as bankruptcy, debt harassment, and “dirty car dealer tricks.”

http://www.friedmaniverson.com/blog/

Apr 16
Welcome to our new attorney Todd Murray

Welcome to our new attorney Todd Murray

We’re proud to announce that Todd Murray has joined our team. Todd was formerly the principal of the Todd Murray law firm, where he defended Minnesotans against debt collection lawsuits, filed claims against debt collectors under the…
Feb 14
The bankruptcy process in Minnesota

The bankruptcy process in Minnesota

In this post we describe the bankruptcy process in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 so you know what to expect when you come see us. 1. You get in touch. Give us a call at 612-564-4025. We can often get you in the same or next day.…
Jan 14
What does Chapter 13 bankruptcy cost?

What does Chapter 13 bankruptcy cost?

In an earlier post, we wrote about how we price our Chapter 7 cases. One of the first things a potential client wants to know during a consultation is how much bankruptcy costs. Obviously, every case is different, but here’s a rough…

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Orange County Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers Orange County news, injury and consumer law. By Kaplan Lee L.L.P.

http://www.orange-county-injury-lawyer-blog.com/

Apr 3
Paving the Way for a Driverless World

Paving the Way for a Driverless World

Hollywood promised us a future of convenience: jetpacks, hoverboards, flying cars. While these technological marvels of transportation may still be pipe dreams, Google has brought us one step closer to a sci-fi utopia with its autonomous…
Mar 18
Personal Injury: Bystander Liability for Emotional Distress Narrowly Construed

Personal Injury: Bystander Liability for Emotional Distress Narrowly Construed

In the recent decision of Fortman v. Forvaltningsbolaget Insulan AB (2013), the California Court of Appeal revisited bystander liability for emotional distress - that is, when a person suffers only emotional distress (without accompanying…
Mar 11
Young, Licensed and Dangerou

Young, Licensed and Dangerou

"Teen drivers": these two words strike fear into the hearts of parents everywhere. California has enacted a slew of laws to protect teenage drivers from themselves, and each year seems to bring new restrictions designed to reduce their…

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New York & New Jersey Consumer Law…

New York & New Jersey Consumer Law Blog

Covers landlord-tenant and consumer law. By the Major Law Firm.

http://www.nynjconsumerlaw.com

Mar 1
Jersey City Rent Control: Owner Occupancy Decontrol? The Rent Control Board Thinks Not.

Jersey City Rent Control: Owner Occupancy Decontrol? The Rent Control Board Thinks Not.

The Jersey City Rent Control Ordinance requires landlords to provide new tenants with specific information. At the start of each new tenancy a landlord must provide a tenant with a "rental statement" that informs of the tenant of "rent of the…
Feb 11
When Does the Clock Start? Rent Control Statute of Limitation v. Statute of Repose

When Does the Clock Start? Rent Control Statute of Limitation v. Statute of Repose

Northern New Jersey cities like Hoboken and Jersey City maintain sophisticated rent control ordinances. Rent control ordinances are designed to provide landlord's a "fair" return on investment while keeping urban housing rents affordable.…
Feb 1
NJ Rent Control & Consumer Fraud: Violations of Rent Control Laws Are Actionable As Consumer Fraud

NJ Rent Control & Consumer Fraud: Violations of Rent Control Laws Are Actionable As Consumer Fraud

Local rent control laws are an important part of maintaining an affordable housing supply in densely populated areas. Prior posts explained the basics of rent control and some nuances between cities. Generally, tenants who pay rent in excess…

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Houston Consumer Law Attorney Blog

Covers debt collection and insurance bad faith. By J. Cole Brooks.

http://colebrookslaw.com/consumerlaw

Jan 15
News Headline

News Headline

http://m.cnbc.com//id/100379306
Jun 24
State Supreme Court rules injured workers can’t sue for bad faith

State Supreme Court rules injured workers can’t sue for bad faith

http://www.statesman.com/business/state-supreme-court-rules-injured-workers-cant-sue-2402841.html This is conservative judicial activism at its best. Once again the interests of business trumps the rights of individuals. Enough is enough.
Jun 21
12 Ways to Protect Against Predatory Lenders – MarketWatch

12 Ways to Protect Against Predatory Lenders – MarketWatch

http://www.marketwatch.com/story/12-ways-to-protect-against-predatory-lenders-2012-06-19

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Indiana Consumer Lawyer Blog

Covers automobile fraud, credit reporting, identity theft and lemon law. By Robert Duff.

http://www.indianaconsumerlawyerblog.com/

Dec 29
DSG Services Group Inc.

DSG Services Group Inc.

DSG Services Group Inc. is a debt collector operating out of Chicago, Illinois. The Indiana Consumer Law Group/The Law Office of Robert E. Duff is preparing to file a Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) lawsuit against DSG Services…
Dec 1
Debt Collector Put An Account On Your Credit Report That Is Not Yours?

Debt Collector Put An Account On Your Credit Report That Is Not Yours?

Indiana Consumer Law Group/The Law Office of Robert E. Duff occasionally is contacted by a consumer who has just found a debt collection account on their credit report that is not theirs. We can help. There are many ways these situations…
Nov 26
NCO Financial Systems, Inc.

NCO Financial Systems, Inc.

The biggest debt collector in the U.S., measured by income, is NCO Financial Systems, Inc. In 2010, their parent company, NCO Group, Inc., reported total revenues of $1.6 billion. They don't have a very good reputation either, having been…

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Consumer Law in Virginia

Focuses on bankruptcy and foreclosure.

http://consumerlawinvirginia.com/

Nov 25
TESTAMENTARY CAPACITY SURVIVES UNLESS REBUTTED AS A MATTER OF LAW

TESTAMENTARY CAPACITY SURVIVES UNLESS REBUTTED AS A MATTER OF LAW

In Kiddell v. Labowitz, the Supreme Court of Virginia recently held it was proper for a trial court to instruct a jury that the proponent of a will, in this case the Executor of the Will, enjoys the presumption of testamentary capacity,…
Nov 25
TESTAMENTARY CAPACITY SURVIVES UNLESS REBUTTED AS A MATTER OF LAW

TESTAMENTARY CAPACITY SURVIVES UNLESS REBUTTED AS A MATTER OF LAW

In Kiddell v. Labowitz, the Supreme Court of Virginia recently held it was proper for a trial court to instruct a jury that the proponent of a will, in this case the Executor of the Will, enjoys the presumption of…
Oct 18
Debt Management Plan

Debt Management Plan

Organizations that heavily advertise and promise the sky tend to irk me. This is particularly so when I regularly meet people who have paid for their services and not been helped. Some of these companies are good companies, but many are…

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Michigan Consumer Credit Law Blog

Covers debt collection, credit reports, and foreclosure defense. By Michigan Consumer Credit Lawyers.

http://micreditlawyerblog.com/

Nov 19
Accretive Health fined $2.5 Million for abusive collection practice

Accretive Health fined $2.5 Million for abusive collection practice

Accretive Health has been in the news for months now regarding their abusive and illegal debt collection practices in hospitals nationwide. Today we are celebrating the excellent news about the result of the Minnesota Attorney General’s…
Nov 12
Debt Collector Abuse on the Rise

Debt Collector Abuse on the Rise

Americans are generally good at living on credit. Between car loans, mortgages and credit cards, millions of Americans live daily on the financial edge, with significant debt. And some of us can’t pay on time, due to job losses, medical…
Nov 12
Top Five Ways to make the Fair Debt Collection Work for and Protect You

Top Five Ways to make the Fair Debt Collection Work for and Protect You

The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act is a federal law designed to help consumers fight against abusive and bullying debt collectors. Here are the top five ways that you can make the FDCPA protects you:

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Florida Consumer Lawyer Blog

Covers Florida consumer class actions, food and drug recalls, and investment fraud news. By Matthew Seth Sarelson.

http://www.floridaconsumerlawyerblog.com/

Mar 12
Facebook Class Action Plaintiff Wants Out

Facebook Class Action Plaintiff Wants Out

Angel Fraley, a Seattle seamstress, claims that Facebook used her image and name to advertise products to her Facebook friends without her permission. She sued the company to make sure it did not happen again and became a lead plaintiff in a…
Mar 9
Debt Collector May Be Put in Check by New Oversight

Debt Collector May Be Put in Check by New Oversight

According to U.S. News, about 30 million Americans currently have debt being pursued by collections agencies. Thus far, the federal government has had very little oversight of these organizations. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau…
Mar 7
You Should Know What Debt Collectors Can and Cannot Do

You Should Know What Debt Collectors Can and Cannot Do

If you have been pursued by debt collectors, you may have been harassed or abused. What you may not know, though, is that debt collector are required to follow certain guidelines. These guidelines, determined by the Federal Trade Commission…

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Reporting on news that affects copyright law, patents, trademarks, intellectual property, fraud and identity theft in the U.S. and abroad. Published by the editors and writers of ResearchCopyright.com

http://researchcopyright.blogspot.com/

Aug 29
Copyright Infringement Basics - A Copyright Lawyer's Perspective

Copyright Infringement Basics - A Copyright Lawyer's Perspective

By Enrico SchaeferFew legal principles inspire more confusion than copyright law. Our copyright lawyers often spend as much time educating our clients as we do digging into their specific legal issues. Copyright law, like other intellectual…
Jul 17
Google Images for Royalty Free Photos?

Google Images for Royalty Free Photos?

By Stephen BrowneSearching Google Images is a great way to locate very targeted photos, artwork, drawings, logos, banners, and just about any other type of graphical image you can imagine.With Google's Advanced Image Search feature, anyone…
Jul 17
How to Research the Copyright Status of a Book

How to Research the Copyright Status of a Book

By Steven ChabotteWhen seeking US published works in the public domain, there is a gray area from 1923 to 1963 where the book may or may not be in the public domain.

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Investment Fraud Lawyer Blog

Covers securities fraud and investor education topics. By Block & Landsman.

http://www.investmentfraudlawyer-blog.com/

Jul 17
Block & Landsman Wins $5 Million FINRA Arbitration Award For Lehman Structured Notes Investment

Block & Landsman Wins $5 Million FINRA Arbitration Award For Lehman Structured Notes Investment

A FINRA arbitration panel awarded damages in excess of $5,052,500 against Neuberger Berman and it's broker Brian Hahn in connection with the sale of Lehman Brothers Structured Notes to three customers. The investors were represented by Block…
Jun 22
Defrauded Investors Given Hope of Recovery As Morgan Keegan Parent Settles Regulatory Charges for $210 Million

Defrauded Investors Given Hope of Recovery As Morgan Keegan Parent Settles Regulatory Charges for $210 Million

Nearly 40,000 investors who lost $1.5 billion in fraudulent subprime mortgage-backed mutual funds were given a small boost in their claims for recovery as the parent company of investment banking firm Morgan Keegan & Co., Regions Financial…
Jun 19
Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against FINRA for Violating Brokers' Constitutional Due Process Right

Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against FINRA for Violating Brokers' Constitutional Due Process Right

Block & Landsman joined other firms in filing a class action lawsuit against the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) seeking injunctive relief to stop the regulatory authority from violating the constitutional due process rights…

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The Dunning Letter

Covers consumer rights to their names and personal data. By Jack Dunning.

http://thedunningletter.blogspot.com/

Dec 9
Taking a break

Taking a break

The Du
Dec 8
You could profit off your health insurance

You could profit off your health insurance

In yet another part of the new health-care law that favors consumers, insurance companies will be forced to spend a minimum of the premium you pay on health care
Dec 7
Is the Tea Party planning a revolution? Part 3

Is the Tea Party planning a revolution? Part 3

???? "Gunfight" by Professor

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Justice Begins Here

Covers consumer legal issues in Alabama. By Lewis & McAtee.

http://justicebeginshere.wordpress.com

May 4
Seat Belt Recall

Seat Belt Recall

Toyota Motor Corp.
May 1
Take Another One Away

Take Another One Away

Well, another judge has taken away a jury verdict. Where’s the outrage? The whole point of juries is for twelve individuals to come together to make a unified decision. Instead, Circuit Judge William Gordon has decided that the twelve…
Apr 4
Juries Out of Control Again

Juries Out of Control Again

Only the big verdicts make the front page. In today’s Birmingham News (April 4, 2008), there is a side article in Section C (Money) which discusses some Birmingham lawyers who handled a Ford case in Rockingham, North Carolina. The story…

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Garmo & Kiste, PLC Law Blog

Covers Michigan law topics.

http://www.garmokiste.com

Apr 24
Attorney Brian Garmo selected as 2013 Michigan Super Lawyer Rising Star

Attorney Brian Garmo selected as 2013 Michigan Super Lawyer Rising Star

Brian F. Garmo has been selected to the 2013 Michigan Rising Stars list. Each year, no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor. Super Lawyers, a Thomson…
Apr 23
Deed in Lieu of Foreclosures for Qualifying Underwater Mortgage

Deed in Lieu of Foreclosures for Qualifying Underwater Mortgage

Have you been thinking about “walking away” from your home? Many people, especially those who bought between 2004 and 2006 at the top of the market, now find that even with the dust settling on the housing market, they still owe…
Apr 19
What should I do if I have a warrant?

What should I do if I have a warrant?

Arguably finding out there is a warrant out for your arrest can be one of the scariest parts of a criminal matter. Often people have never been in trouble before, don’t know what they’re being charged with, and don’t know…

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Florida Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Covers bankruptcy and foreclosure law. By Parker DuFresne.

http://www.florida-bankruptcylawyerblog.com/

Apr 24
Substitution of Collateral in a Florida Bankruptcy: Is it Possible?

Substitution of Collateral in a Florida Bankruptcy: Is it Possible?

Often times, Debtors are involved in accidents where personal property is totaled or unsalvageable. Many times these accidents occur while a bankruptcy is pending and the Debtor still owes a secured lender for the property. I must note the…
Apr 19
Florida Appears to be Facing a Housing Shortage--Possibly Evan a Bubble.

Florida Appears to be Facing a Housing Shortage--Possibly Evan a Bubble.

The buzz in Florida is that there is a shortage of homes available for sale, which is driving up the price of homes. CNBC reports that the National Association of Realtors notes an "acute lack of supply" in some popular markets. Despite…
Feb 18
Proposed Foreclosure Law Designed to Accelerate the Foreclosure Proce

Proposed Foreclosure Law Designed to Accelerate the Foreclosure Proce

Earlier this month, the House Civil Justice Subcommittee approved a bill designed to accelerate the foreclosure process in Florida. Republican, Kathleen Passidomo, sponsor of HB 87, frames the bill as a way to speed up the foreclosure…

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New York Securities Lawyers Blog

Covers securities and investment fraud. By Malecki Law.

http://www.newyorksecuritieslawyersblog.com/

Apr 1
LPL Reportedly Under Fire From State Regulator

LPL Reportedly Under Fire From State Regulator

The broker-dealer LPL, Linsco Private Ledger, has been in the news a lot recently - for all the wrong reasons. LPL was even recently featured in The New York Times for its frequent "tangles" with state and federal regulators. LPL is the…
Mar 26
Jenice Malecki to Appear Tonight on The Willis Report on Fox Busine

Jenice Malecki to Appear Tonight on The Willis Report on Fox Busine

Jenice Malecki of Malecki Law will be appearing on Fox Business News tonight, March 26, 2013 between 6pm and 7pm. Ms. Malecki will be appearing on The Willis Report to discuss the recent Rasmussen Reports that indicate 50 percent of…
Mar 20
Jenice Malecki to Appear on Fox Business News on March 21, 2013 at 5pm - Topic: SEC Digging Into Fund Fee

Jenice Malecki to Appear on Fox Business News on March 21, 2013 at 5pm - Topic: SEC Digging Into Fund Fee

Jenice Malecki of Malecki Law will be appearing on Fox Business News tomorrow, March 21, 2013, at 5pm. It has been reported that the hedge fund industry has noticeably passed the $2 trillion mark. It's the big gorilla in the room, and the…

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Fair Debt Collection Practices Act…

Fair Debt Collection Practices Act Blog

Published by The Dellutri Law Group, P.A.

http://www.fairdebtcollectionpracticesactblog.com/

Mar 15
Calculating Damages Under the Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act

Calculating Damages Under the Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act

At The Dellutri Law Group, we sue harassing creditors and debt collectors all the time. There is both state and federal law that clearly states the actions that are not allowed with respect to collecting on debt. The state statute on that…
Mar 7
Student Loan Collection

Student Loan Collection

In the last several years, many Americans have decided to “wait out” the sluggish economy in college and grad school, pursuing higher education. Ironically, that may be contributing to the problem. Most of these returning…
Mar 7
Sneaky Credit Card Lawsuit

Sneaky Credit Card Lawsuit

We handle a lot of credit card defense lawsuits here at the Dellutri Law Group. In most cases, the debtor incurred the charges and simply can’t afford to pay them back within the creditor’s timeframe. When lawyers get involved,…

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Class Action Attorneys Blog

Covers employment law and consumer class-action cases. By Pogust Braslow Millrood.

http://www.classactionattorneysblog.com/

Feb 14
Triumph

Triumph

On February 7, 2013, Carnival’s Triumph left the port of Galveston in what was anticipated to be a relaxing four-day cruise to the Caribbean. However, this winter getaway quickly turned into a living nightmare for Triumph’s 3,142…
Jan 17
Fisher-Price Rock ‘N Play Infant Sleeper Recall to Inspect – Not Reimburse

Fisher-Price Rock ‘N Play Infant Sleeper Recall to Inspect – Not Reimburse

On January, 8, 2013, The Consumer Product Safety Commission in association with Fisher-Price announced a voluntary recall of the Rock ‘N Play Infant Sleeper due to the risk of mold developing between the removable seat cushion and hard…
Oct 12
Complaints Continue about Hurd Window and Door Defect

Complaints Continue about Hurd Window and Door Defect

Customers have had many complaints over the years about not just the customer service but also the quality of the products that they have received from Hurd Windows and Doors. From faulty locking mechanisms to the insulation gas leaking out…

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Florida Mortgage Modification…

Florida Mortgage Modification Lawyer Blog

Covers news and updates in Florida Mortgage Law, Florida Mortgages, Housing Assistance Bill, Mortgage Modifications in Bankruptcy. Published by The Dellutri Law Group, P.A.

http://www.floridamortgagemodificationlawyer.com/

Jan 24
Was I Properly Served with a Mortgage Foreclosure Complaint?

Was I Properly Served with a Mortgage Foreclosure Complaint?

Service of process is necessary for many reasons, but the primary reason is to make sure that a Defendant’s due process rights are not violated. If papers are not served properly upon a Defendant, the Court is not able to rule on a case…
Jan 10
Should I Modify My Mortgage With a Chapter 13--or Without?

Should I Modify My Mortgage With a Chapter 13--or Without?

The decision to file bankruptcy is, without a doubt, difficult. The price of a consultation is usually free though, as is the case at our offices. Why not explore your options?
Jan 9
Can I Modify My Mortgage In Bankruptcy? Yes!

Can I Modify My Mortgage In Bankruptcy? Yes!

The Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP), also known as the Making Home Affordable program, is being used in the bankruptcy courts in SW Florida. The HAMP program was established by the government to help struggling homeowners save…

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Tennessee Bankruptcy Lawyers Blog

Covers consumer debt, foreclosure prevention, and bankruptcy. By Robert J. Semrad & Associates, LLC.

http://www.tennesseebankruptcylawyersblog.com/

Jun 28
Senior Citizens Who Drain Savings Helping Kids, Grandkids May Face Tennessee Bankruptcy

Senior Citizens Who Drain Savings Helping Kids, Grandkids May Face Tennessee Bankruptcy

A growing number of grandparents are offering financial assistance to younger family members who are struggling as a result of the recession.
Jun 24
Tennessee Bankruptcy Helps Members of Hard-Hit Generation X Get Back on Their Feet Post-Recession

Tennessee Bankruptcy Helps Members of Hard-Hit Generation X Get Back on Their Feet Post-Recession

The last half-decade has been tough on us all. But no one has more reason to complain than one group.
Jun 19
Tennessee Foreclosures Increase in May, But Remain Lower Than U.S. Average

Tennessee Foreclosures Increase in May, But Remain Lower Than U.S. Average

Despite previous signs of a real estate market recovery, foreclosure filings spiked in May - the first month-over-month increase since January.

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Maryland Foreclosure Lawyer Blog

Published By Solomon, Bascietto & Mfume LLC

http://www.marylandforeclosurelawyerblog.com/

Mar 30
The Maryland Court's Failure to Enforce the Intent of Mediation

The Maryland Court's Failure to Enforce the Intent of Mediation

My last post, The High Cost of Mediation and Failure of the Maryland Courts, presented a hypothetical couple who were facing foreclosure. They were waiting for mediation and also hoping to get a modification to save their home. They had…
Mar 13
The High Cost of Mediation and Failure of the Maryland Court

The High Cost of Mediation and Failure of the Maryland Court

Maryland adopted a law requiring all parties to a foreclosure to attend mediation if requested. "The goal of the law is to help homeowners get relief through a loan modification if they qualify or to find an alternative to foreclosure." See…
Feb 15
Beware of Servicers Offering Homeowners Mortgage Modification

Beware of Servicers Offering Homeowners Mortgage Modification

I recently received a permanent modification offer from Chase on behalf of one of my clients. I was quite happy for the client until I read the actual modification offer. The client had his interest rate reduced to 2% for the first five…

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Florida Securities Fraud Attorney…

Florida Securities Fraud Attorney Blog

Covers Florida securities fraud cases and issues. By Ralph Behr, Esq. P.A.

http://www.floridasecuritiesfraudattorney.com/

Dec 21
Can JPMorgan Be Forced To Pay MF Global Customers' Claims?

Can JPMorgan Be Forced To Pay MF Global Customers' Claims?

The reports are that JP Morgan suspected some MFGlobal funds it received were customer deposits. …”But JPMorgan was not satisfied. The bank once again contacted Mr. Corzine, this time requesting a guarantee in writing.”…..[DealBook…
Dec 19
New Rules for Expungement of Certain Broker Check Complaint

New Rules for Expungement of Certain Broker Check Complaint

December 2011 may be a watershed date in the battle for fairness for stockbrokers. Constantly barraged by complaints, which are often no more than attempted extortion, the FINRA board may make some rule changes. It's a modest beginning; but…
Dec 19
WHY ARE EXPUNGEMENT ORDERS BY ARBITRATORS IGNORED BY BROKER CHECK?

WHY ARE EXPUNGEMENT ORDERS BY ARBITRATORS IGNORED BY BROKER CHECK?

A customer complaint, once filed, is technically a public record. Public records are subject to state control and cannot be expunged without an order from U.S. federal court. If your arbitration award includes an order of expunction;…

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numbrX Security Beat

Tracks reported personal, private and confidential data breaches which can lead to identity theft and credit fraud.

http://www.numbrx.net

Dec 1
University of Tennessee Medical Center Private Patient Info Exposed

University of Tennessee Medical Center Private Patient Info Exposed

University of Tennessee Medical Center officials are alerting about 8,000 patients that hospital reports containing their private information were not properly disposed of and could pose a privacy breach risk. …
Aug 18
Charter Employees Info Lost with Stolen Laptop

Charter Employees Info Lost with Stolen Laptop

Charter Communications Inc. is notifying 9,000 current and former employees across the country that their personal information was stolen, along with the laptop that housed it, last month from a Charter Media office in South Carolina. The…
Apr 20
Patient Data from Wellpoint Exposed to ID Theft

Patient Data from Wellpoint Exposed to ID Theft

Social Security numbers, pharmacy records and other personal health data from about 130,000 people covered by health insurance giant Wellpoint Inc. were left open for possible breach on the Internet, the health insurance giant confirmed…

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Davids' Blog

Covers injury, consumer, employment and class action issues in Oregon. By David Paul and David Sugerman.

http://www.pspc.com

Dec 31
Signing off

Signing off

The plan has been in place for a while. Still, I have avoided thinking about this last blog post. For many reasons–mostly related to age and stage and needs–Paul & Sugerman, PC ended its operations today, December 31, 2009. This is a…
Dec 30
NBC Nightly News shines light on Army National Guard toxic exposure case

NBC Nightly News shines light on Army National Guard toxic exposure case

Here is a video of an NBC Nightly News story that aired December 30, 2009 about Army National Guard soldiers’ exposures to sodium dichromate in Iraq. The video features two soldiers, Larry Roberta of the Oregon National Guard and Russ…
Dec 13
Western Culinary Institute and the trouble with for-profit college

Western Culinary Institute and the trouble with for-profit college

Brent Hunsberger, a business columnist at The Oregonian, writes here about the trouble with for-profit colleges. He devotes a fair amount of his attention to Western Culinary Institute, or as it’s now called, Le Cordon Bleu in…

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Consumer Advocate Legal Update

Discusses consumer law, class action lawsuits, advertising law, business law, copyright, and other topics. By Khorrami, LLP.

http://www.consumeradvocatelegalupdate.com/

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Stock Market Loss

Covers misconduct by brokerage firms or financial advisors. By Hermann, Cahn & Schneider, LLP.

http://www.stockmarketloss.com/news/

May 10
Dispute Resolution Smackdown: Group Arbitrations vs. Securities Class Actions vs. Individual Arbitration – Part 3

Dispute Resolution Smackdown: Group Arbitrations vs. Securities Class Actions vs. Individual Arbitration – Part 3

This article was originally posted on Stock Market LossWhen Attempting to Persuade Arbitrators, a Dozen Victims are Better Than One. “So okay,” you say. “Group cases sound like they’re better than class actions. …
May 9
Dispute Resolution Smackdown: Group Arbitrations vs. Securities Class Actions vs. Individual Proceedings – Part 2

Dispute Resolution Smackdown: Group Arbitrations vs. Securities Class Actions vs. Individual Proceedings – Part 2

This article was originally posted on Stock Market LossWhile Class Members Surrender All Control to the Lawyers and Court, Group Arbitrations Keep Clients Involved and In Charge. As we noted in part 1, securities class actions tend to produce…
May 8
Dispute Resolution Smackdown: Group Arbitrations vs. Securities Class Actions vs. Individual Proceedings – Part 1

Dispute Resolution Smackdown: Group Arbitrations vs. Securities Class Actions vs. Individual Proceedings – Part 1

This article was originally posted on Stock Market LossModest Losses? In Group Arbitrations, a Lot of Little Can Be Really Big We’ve said it before, we are not a fan of class actions. In fact, except for the lawyers who handle them, no…

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Wexler Wallace Law Firm Blog

Covers legal cases and news.

http://blog.wexlerwallace.com/

May 2
Congress Asks SEC to Enforce Consumer Protection

Congress Asks SEC to Enforce Consumer Protection

Congress does not have the reputation lately of working for the people. Stalemates between Republicans and Democrats continue to halt progress in both bodies of Congress. However, amidst their inability to seemingly get anything done, 37…
Feb 19
Trio of New Class Certification Decisions in the Seventh Circuit

Trio of New Class Certification Decisions in the Seventh Circuit

In the last few months, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit has issued three opinions on the topic of how trial courts should decide motions for class certification when some questions will require individualized proof. Judge…
Feb 12
Pro-Consumer Initiatives: Lobbying and Litigation

Pro-Consumer Initiatives: Lobbying and Litigation

In the weeks leading up to his State of the Union address tonight, President Obama was surely inundated with reports, requests, and letters from various advocacy groups urging him to not only adopt their platform, but to make it a

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Texas Lemon Law Blog

Texas Lemon Law Blog covers topics such as auto loans, car rankings, car manufacturers, consumer warranties, and lemons laws. By Dallas consumer law attorney, Kevin Le.

http://www.texaslemonlawblog.com/

Apr 30
Varying state lemon law

Varying state lemon law

Every state has different laws as it relates to lemon laws and defective new vehicles. Some states' lemon law are more favorable to consumer than others. Unfortunately, in Texas, the lemon law has been heavily lobbied by care manufacturers…
Mar 8
Question: How long does it take for my Texas Lemon Law claim to finalize?

Question: How long does it take for my Texas Lemon Law claim to finalize?

Often times, many Texas lemon law clients want to know how long a typical lemon law claim takes to adjudicate. The answer is that it varies. Sometimes, it can drag on longer than the consumer anticipates. Click here for a brief overview of…
Nov 26
Question: What is a representation agreement that my attorney is asking me to sign?

Question: What is a representation agreement that my attorney is asking me to sign?

Typically, a consumer contacts a Texas lemon law office and submits paperwork/documentation for a case evaluation regarding his/her vehicle. This case evaluation is usually free for the consumer. The submitted documentation is reviewed by…

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FDCPAlaw

Covers consumer rights under debt collection laws. By Joseph A. Mullaney III.

http://fdcpalaw.blogspot.com/

Apr 13
Senate Moves to Severely Restrict Payday Loan

Senate Moves to Severely Restrict Payday Loan

Consumer rights advocates have long assailed payday loans and consumer rights attorneys tell horrible stories of clients ensnared in the web of payday loans. When consumers fail to repay, they are frequently harassed and threatened…
Jan 8
Annuities Are Partially Protected Against Creditor Garnishment in New Jersey

Annuities Are Partially Protected Against Creditor Garnishment in New Jersey

Sometimes a New Jersey consumer may give a sum of money to an insurance company or other entity in exchange for a promised stream of income usually paid monthly (an annuity contract). Other times, an insurance company is given…
Jan 7
Lingering Economic Malaise Means Expansion for PRA

Lingering Economic Malaise Means Expansion for PRA

Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC, a subsidiary of the publicly-traded Portfolio Recovery Associates, Inc., is a debt collection agency that trades in the junk debt markets. It purchases old, defaulted consumer debts from credit card…

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Alaska Backwoods Lawyer

Covers the practice of consumer rights law from the Alaska wilderness. By Paul H. Bratton.

http://backwoodslawyer.blogspot.com/

Apr 12
Rep. Gara Introduces Bill to Protect Salmon Streams and Water Sources from Toxic Pesticide

Rep. Gara Introduces Bill to Protect Salmon Streams and Water Sources from Toxic Pesticide

Juneau, AK - This week, Representative Les Gara introduced legislation (HB 201) which, if passed, would protect salmon streams and drinking water sources from toxic pesticides by establishing buffer zones. HB 201 would establish important…
Oct 2
9th Circuit Panel Halts PortMac Rail Extension

9th Circuit Panel Halts PortMac Rail Extension

Anchorage, AK- Alaska families and salmon fisheries won a major court victory this week when the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that all construction related to the controversial Port MacKenzie rail project is to be halted pending full…
Jul 24
Alaska Agency to Block Public Review of Public Pesticide Project

Alaska Agency to Block Public Review of Public Pesticide Project

Go to Commentary to see the Alaska Dispatch op-ed on the Parnell administration's latest move to facilitate more herbicides in our salmon streams and families bodies.

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Personal Finance & Consumer…

Personal Finance & Consumer Rights Blog

Covers consumer rights. By Sonya Smith-Valentine.

http://www.valentinelegal.com/consumerlawblog

Apr 11
Debt Collectors Need to Play by the Rule

Debt Collectors Need to Play by the Rule

If you’re behind in paying your bills, you may be contacted by a debt collector — someone who regularly collects debts owed to others. This includes collection agencies, lawyers who collect debts on a regular basis, and companies…
Mar 27
Bogus Text Messages Offering Prize

Bogus Text Messages Offering Prize

If you’ve ever gotten a text message on your cell phone telling you that you’ve won a free prize, you’re not alone. During the past year, the FTC has gotten tens of thousands of complaints about unsolicited text messages.…
Mar 12
But I Never Ordered Anything…

But I Never Ordered Anything…

What if a company called you, demanding you pay for a product they said you ordered? What if they threatened you if you didn’t pay? And what if you never actually ordered that product, never even saw it, and never promised to pay for…

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The Lemon Law Blog

Covers issues and topics relating to consumer law as it relates to car lemon laws and auto dealer fraud. Published by Northern California consumer lawyers, Kemnitzer, Anderson, Barron, Ogilvie & Brewer.

http://www.lemonlaws.com/

Apr 5
CFPB Fields Thousands of Consumer Complaints Against the Bank

CFPB Fields Thousands of Consumer Complaints Against the Bank

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, or CFPB, created by the Dodd Frank Act, has just published an up-to-date and detailed list of consumer complaints against the finance industry. It has received thousands of consumer complaints since…
Apr 5
Distribution of Benefits in Baker v GEMB Lending Class Action

Distribution of Benefits in Baker v GEMB Lending Class Action

California borrowers can heave a sigh of relief, as certain lenders have agreed to erase nearly $45 million in consumer debt arising out of automotive loans. The Federal Court for the Northern District of California issued its final approval…
Mar 21
Just Say No

Just Say No

One way companies prevent consumers from taking them to court for fraud and defective products is through arbitration. Forced arbitration clauses are hidden in the small print of many standard consumer contracts to prevent people from…

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Law Office of Dana L. Manner Blog

Covers Florida lemon law.

http://mannerlaw.com/blog/

Feb 15
Florida Used Car Buyers Beware

Florida Used Car Buyers Beware

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., December 12, 2012 – Car shoppers looking to save money by buying a used car instead of a new one will want to take note of findings from a recent study by auto shopping site CarGurus (www.cargurus.com), which…
Feb 7
USA Today Article Quotes Miami Consumer Advocate Attorney Dana Manner

USA Today Article Quotes Miami Consumer Advocate Attorney Dana Manner

February 7, 2013 USA Today “Confident Consumer” reporter Jayne O’Donnell published an article on Yo-Yo car financing entitled “Don’t Take Car Until Loan is Final” (pdf copy of article). The article…
Feb 5
Florida Car Dealer’s Motion to Compel Arbitration Denied

Florida Car Dealer’s Motion to Compel Arbitration Denied

On February 5, 2013 – County Court Judge Sharon Zeller entered an order denying Wow Auto Deals, LLC Motion to Compel Arbitration in a case where a Pembroke Pines, Florida car buyer complained that Wow Auto Deals…

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Wisconsin-Consumer Blog

Information for consumers on their legal rights in consumer and employment matters. By Gordon Leech.

http://wisconsin-consumer.com/

Feb 6
How to Secure Your Credit Reports After Identity Theft under Wisconsin Law

How to Secure Your Credit Reports After Identity Theft under Wisconsin Law

If you are a Wisconsin resident and the victim of identity theft or fraud, you have the right to place Security Freeze on your consumer files with the 3 national consumer credit reporting agencies, Equifax, TransUnion and Experian. This makes…
Feb 6
How to Secure Your Credit Reports After Identity Theft under Federal Law

How to Secure Your Credit Reports After Identity Theft under Federal Law

If you are the victim of identity theft or fraud, you have the right to place a fraud alert on your consumer files with the 3 national consumer credit reporting agencies, Equifax, TransUnion and Experian. This makes it harder for ……
Oct 29
Getting Fired for Taking Time Off to Vote in Wisconsin

Getting Fired for Taking Time Off to Vote in Wisconsin

Can I take time off from work at my job to vote in Wisconsin without getting fired? Do you know the answer to that question? Take a look at our article, Time to Vote, Your Job and Your Rights in … Continue reading →The post…

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Maryland Lawyer Blog

Covers consumer protection law, appeals, and family law. By the Law Office of Jason Ostendorf LLC.

http://www.ostendorflaw.com/blog/

Feb 5
Step out of financial mess by taking effective step

Step out of financial mess by taking effective step

The New Year is a great time to start afresh economically if you have been through any financial struggle in the previous year. The most common unlucky financial phases are bankruptcy, divorce or foreclosure. Big personal debts can also be a…
Jan 17
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s New Rules Offer No Help To Homeowner

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s New Rules Offer No Help To Homeowner

The much-touted Consumer Financial Protection Bureau announced new rules for mortgage companies to help homeowners facing foreclosure. I have read these new rules. They are a joke. If you are interested to see how the news media report on the…
Nov 5
How a Lawyer Can Help with a High-Asset Divorce

How a Lawyer Can Help with a High-Asset Divorce

The average divorce is rarely pleasant. Money issues, property rights, title to vehicles and other matters can easily cause tempers to flare. The confrontation and hostility are often multiplied in high-asset divorce cases, where businesses,…

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Fair Credit Reporting Act

Covers the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), credit reports, and credit cards. By Dellutri Law Group.

http://www.faircreditreportingactblog.com/

Jan 25
Dealing with Credit Card Debt

Dealing with Credit Card Debt

In a recent study, credit cardholders in their 20s and 30s are carrying more debt than older credit cardholders. As if this wasn’t bad enough, they are also paying their debts more slowly than older cardholders.
Dec 5
How is Bankruptcy Reported on my Credit?

How is Bankruptcy Reported on my Credit?

How bankruptcy is going to be reported on one’s credit is a common question from clients who are thinking about filing for bankruptcy, or who have already filed. Many clients are concerned about the length of time that a bankruptcy…
Oct 9
How Much Credit Card Debt Is Too Much?

How Much Credit Card Debt Is Too Much?

While credit cards can provide significant benefits for many consumers, having too many open credit accounts or large revolving balances can lead to serious financial problems, which include unaffordable monthly payments, declining credit…

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