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History of Environmental Law in the U.S. - Part 1

a history of environmental laws in the U.S.

Solar Rescue

Provides information on rights of individuals or entities, particularly school districts, who have entered into solar power purchase agreements and the performance of the system is not as promised.

Tips for Responsible Credit Card Ownership

Generally speaking, people tend to spend more when they use credit cards instead of cash. It can be easy to get in over your head with debt, and before you know it, filing for bankruptcy might seem like the only option.

Debt Collection- Know your Rights!

Debt issues can be hard to manage, and calls from collection agencies can make a challenging financial situation even more stressful. Before you pick up an incoming call from any debt collection agency, you must first know your rights!

Celebrity Bankruptcies

Although they live vastly different lives from the average consumer, celebrities often have to make hard decisions about their financial future, just like the 800,000+ people who file for bankruptcy each year.

Rebuilding credit after bankruptcy

If you’ve recently filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, chances are your credit was in tatters. Contrary to popular misconceptions, bankruptcy won’t ruin your financial future.

Is bankruptcy right for you? Weighing the costs and benefits

The holiday season can be very stressful for those who live with debt. For some, bankruptcy seems like the answer, but the negative stigma of the word can have some people denying the need for bankruptcy, even in dire situations.

Distracted driving increases in the summer

According to research conducted by TrueMotion, drivers tend to be more distracted in the months of June, July and August. They reportedly spend 15 minutes per every hour driving looking at their phones, which is a 10 percent increase over the rest of the year.

Understanding underage drinking and driving issues

A conviction for driving under the influence is a serious matter for anyone in the state of Illinois. However, the spotlight is brightest on those who are under the age of 21.

Independence Day can feature deadly car crashes

While people in Illinois may associate the Fourth of July with fun, family and celebrations, the holiday can also be strongly associated with danger, particularly in the form of motor vehicle accidents.

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