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General Electric has recalled about 90,000 GE Zoneline AC/Heating Units. These appliances are manufactured for GE by Sharp. An electrical component in the heating system can fail, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Do not use in the heat mode and contact General Electric to schedule a free repair. Fortunately for us, it’s summertime. Source: CPSC Here are a few more notable items from the past week’s recalls. Calphalon Contemporary Cutlery Knife Block Sets Calphalon Contemporary Cutlery Knife Block Sets …

It’s not unusual for people to get nervous before meeting with a lawyer for the first time, particularly if you haven’t had much need for an attorney in the past. But there are a few things you can do to prepare for the meeting to make your appointment proceed much more smoothly. It also helps if you know what to expect at your first meeting. Today’s blog will demystify the process of meeting with an attorney to make you more …

A heating subcontractor and a former building inspector will face trial for criminal negligence in the asphyxiation deaths of a vacationing family. A married couple and their two kids died of carbon monoxide poisoning in an Aspen, Colorado vacation rental. It’s easy to find four legal lessons in this tragedy.   Tradesman and building inspector charged with negligent homicide People tend to relax on vacation, when vigilance may be needed Property owners must keep their rentals safe and sound Share …

Fire safety isn’t just for winter. The Consumer Product Safety Commission warns that gel fuel for firepots can flare dangerously. Two New York consumers were seriously injured while refilling the decorative patio and deck pots, which exploded. The CPSC reminds us to take care when lighting tiki torches and handling fuels for outdoor lights. Police officer with stutter fights reassignment – employment discrimination. Ken Parson managed his stutter and achieved success as a detective while his employer, a small city …

It’s a double your pleasure day because we’ve got not one but two good news items. First, a Pennsylvania court has reinstated a kindergartner who was expelled for touching his teacher’s thighs. But that’s not all.   Lawyer to six-year-old: "We’re going to court!" High school kids have free hand in lampooning faculty and staff Lawsuits needed where common sense, good manners lacking Share this post with friends using this link: http://bit.ly/kCB0AD   Lessons in Litigation for the K-12 Set …

No, this is not some shameless search engine grab. Well maybe just a little bit.* But the Casey Anthony and Anthony Weiner** cases do have some similarities. This includes having given inconsistent versions of what went down.   Everyone’s entitled to their own opinion but not their own facts Cases can have stronger and weaker aspects to consider A reasonable legal theory can be ruined by emphasis on a weaker, inconsistent one Share this post with friends using this link: http://bit.ly/ixQEq0 …

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Ex-Mets and Phillies great Lenny Dykstra pleaded not guilty to bankruptcy fraud in federal court Monday. The three-time all-star could once count to ball four and three outs but surprised spectators today with his addled demeanor. He’s looking at 80 years and that’s a way high number.   Former baseball star charged with stealing, destroying property Money frittered away or blown all at once; debt piled up You can’t get a fresh start unless you know and play by the …

Our flag comes to mind when you think about symbols of our nation, the principles upon which our country is built and national unity. The flag has a special and revered role, displayed with pride from front porches, to government buildings and in our cemeteries. What happens when the flag isn’t treated with respect, or even desecrated? Is it a matter of choice, poor manners, a criminal offense or, protected as free speech?   First Amendment protection covers symbolic speech …

Last week, the Treasury Department spanked three mortgage lenders for doing too little to modify mortgages. It’s four years now since housing prices tanked. People are still trying to decide if they should just stop paying their mortgage.   Strategic default remains an option as home values trend down again Even in nonrecourse states, default has serious credit consequences Borrowers in the majority of states may need bankruptcy to discharge the debt Share this post with friends using this link: …