Consumer Law Newsletter

Legal Research - Getting Started

Today, more so than ever before, non-lawyers have occasion to conduct legal research. The process can be quite daunting.More...

Air Carrier Access Act

Under the Air Carrier Access Act and the U.S. Department of Transportation's Air Carrier Access Rules, air carriers must make available, if needed, properly trained service personnel who are knowledgeable on how to assist persons with a disability in boarding and exiting. In addition, equipment used for assisting passengers must be kept in good working condition. More...

Common Types of False Advertising

False advertising is prohibited by state and federal law. The following types of false advertising are common: Bait and Switch, Irregulars and Seconds, Palming Off, Free Offers, and Deceptive Pricing. More...

The American Legal System - What is the difference between civil and criminal cases?

The purpose of a criminal case is to prosecute an individual for violating a law. A civil case, on the other hand, is quite different.More...

The Funeral Rule - Misrepresentations Generally

The Funeral Rule prohibits funeral providers from making misrepresentations about caskets for "direct cremation." A "direct cremation" occurs without any formal viewing of the remains or any visitation or ceremony with the body present. More...