Everyday Law Podcast
Episode 1: Online Shopping | Episode 2: Health Clubs | Episode 3: Tax Preparers
Episode 4: Foreclosure | Episode 5: Emancipation of Minors | Episode 6: Renew a Judgment | Episode 7: Fire Protection | Episode 8: Responding to a Credit Card Case | Episode 9: Job Scams | Episode 10: Security Deposits
Episode 1: Online Shopping for the Holidays
Dec. 19, 2009
Tips on how to avoid identity theft and the lesser threats of hidden costs, late delivery, or the shipment of wrong or damaged items.
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Episode 2: Choosing a Health Club
Jan. 23, 2009
Consumer protections to consider when choosing and joining a health club.
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Episode 3: Choosing a Tax Preparer
Feb. 26, 2009
Learn the differences between registered tax preparers, certified public accountants, enrolled agents and tax attorneys, and how to report suspected tax fraud or other problems.
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Episode 4: Foreclosure in California
April 17, 2009
California foreclosure laws protect owners with specific procedures before a lender can foreclose. Learn about these, and about foreclosure scams to look out for, in this episode of "Everyday Law."
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Episode 5: Emancipation of Minors
May 19, 2009
As children enter their teen years and gain more independence from parents, both may have questions regarding the process, legal requirements and consequences of emancipation. This podcast discusses California's requirements for emancipation, and the effect of emancipation on a minor and his or her parents.
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Episode 6: Renewing a Judgment
July 22, 2009
In today's current economic climate, if you have previously won a court judgment against a debtor but still haven't received the money, it is more important than ever to renew your judgment with the court before it expires. Judgments issued by a California state or federal court, and any real estate liens associated with those judgments, last for only ten years.
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Episode 7: Fire Protection in California - It's the Law!
Sept. 8, 2009
Although summer is beginning to cool down, fire season is in full swing. It's a good time to make sure your home is protected by creating a "defensible space" around it. Not only is defensible space a good idea, many people do not realize that is the law in California. Learn more about this law, and resources to help you make your home safe.
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Episode 8: Responding to a Credit Card Case
Are you one of the 34 million Americans who have been making late credit card payments? Among the 18 million who have missed payments entirely? Is a credit card company or collection agency suing you over a credit card debt? If so, don't despair; there is hope and help at the Sacramento County Public Law Library!
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Episode 9: Job Scams
Mystery shopper, work-from-home, and other job scams are nothing new, but with so many people looking for work, it's more important than ever to be on guard. Some offers are legitimate, but many are scams to rip you off or even involve you in criminal activity. Here are some things to look out for if you are looking for a job.
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Episode 10: Security Deposits
Moving out of your rented residence? Under California Civil Code 1950.5(f), you are entitled to a pre-move-out inspection if you request it. Find out about this and more tenant's rights in this month's Everyday Law podcast from Sacramento County Public Law Library.
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