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Hit and Run in Florida: Crime and Punishment… and Remedy

Florida is by far the most dangerous state for pedestrians to explore. In fact, fact South Florida is ranked as the nation’s worst area for hit and run fatalities.

Know the Signs of an Unsafe Work Zone on New York Roads

Work zone crashes occur too often, but the driver is not the only one at fault. The general contractor and state and federal lawmakers are also to blame for allowing poor safety practices to continue.

Employee Rights under the Fair Labor Standards Act

The majority of public and private employees are covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act, a federal law that requires employers to pay employees the federal minimum wage and overtime compensation.

Strollers Recalled After Fingertips Severed by Faulty Hinges

Over one million Graco strollers were recalled after the company received reports of children’s fingers being severed by defective canopy hinges.

Bank of America Still Being Punished for Merrill Lynch Merger

Bank of America is currently locked in a legal battle with the SEC over information disclosure issues stemming from the period before its merger with Merrill Lynch.

Use of Trusts in Disability Planning

There are several different types of trusts that can be used to enhance the quality of life for a trust beneficiary with special needs.

Rays of Hope: New York’s New Protections Against Foreclosure

New York's legislature has been busy protecting homeowners against foreclosure in the down economy and state advocacy groups support their efforts.

Florida Bankruptcy Exemptions

Florida's decision to "opt-out" of the Federal Exemption Scheme has traditionally provided protections for Florida residents who file bankruptcy.

The Advantages and Disadvantages of New Jersey Revocable Trusts

A revocable trust may be a good estate planning tool for those interested in preserving their privacy and limiting their estate's exposure to probate.

Credit Card Reform Act of 2009: Does it Help Consumers?

Many of the Credit Card Reform Act provisions go into effect February 2010 and may affect interest rates, penalties, fees, gift cards and underage card holders.

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