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Warranties for new homes force consumers into arbitration
Public Citizen has issued a report that finds millions of new home purchasers are unaware they are signing binding mandatory arbitration clauses in their home warranties. These warranties are particularly insidious because consumers often do not learn of their details until after moving into their new houses. Comments: 0

Foreclosures and voting rights
No Voter Left Behind, a Democrat supported group, is urging Americans in foreclosure to know their rights before Election Day. Comments: 0

Measuring identity theft at top banks
A study entitled "Identity Theft: Making the Known Unknowns Known" attempts to uncover more about the crime and the damages it creates. Comments: 0

Legal Assistance for Families Facing Surge in Foreclosures
New Institute for Foreclosure Legal Assistance (IFLA) will provide support to groups giving legal representation to families facing foreclosure and financial ruin because of abusive subprime mortgages. Comments: 0