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Two lawsuits claiming racist discrimination: Wet Seal and Wells Fargo

It’s been a while since I’ve had significant lawsuit news. Yesterday’s Times provides two stories. I’ve never heard of the Wet Seal stores. I’ll certainly not be shopping in them, even if I knew what they sold and where I … Continue reading

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Why to file in Housing Court:The worst landlords in NYC

This came via Malcolm Carter, a NYC real estate broker who posts informatively at Service You Can Trust. Bill de Blasio, New York’s Public Advocate, has just put out his own Ten Worst Landlords list. I pass it on, with … Continue reading

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How to file in Small Claims Court 1: a DIY lawsuit

When I think of Small Claims Court, I think about that rich guy who sued his cleaners for losing a pair of his pants. Oh, no, wait. That wasn’t Small Claims Court, which only handles cases for $5,000 or less, … Continue reading

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