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Justia Legal Resources: Consumer Protection Law Center

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A web of federal and state laws shields consumers from fraud, abuse, and other forms of harm. The Consumer Protection Law Center at Justia offers both practical advice and legal information. State laws governing debt collection sometimes extend more broadly. States may have similar or broader laws.

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Justia Legal Resources: DUI/DWI Law Center

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States impose a wide range of penalties for DUI or DWI offenses. Thus, all drivers should know how these laws work. Justia offers a DUI & DWI Law Center , among the dozens of Justia Legal Guides that we have compiled for consumers. A driver can refuse a chemical test , but they should know about implied consent laws.

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Justia Legal Guides: Disability Law Center

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Federal laws and regulations provide specific protections to people with disabilities. This is why Justia recently added the Justia Disability Law Center to our Justia Legal Guides for consumers. State laws may provide additional protections to people with disabilities in both employment and housing.)

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Justia Legal Guides: Tax Law Center

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This is why some Americans resort to tax advisors, attorneys, or other professionals to help them meet their obligations under tax laws. Even people who can afford it may want to know the basics about how the law works before diving into the details, or deciding whether they want professional help.

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Justia Legal Guides: Consumer Protection Law Center

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In addition to educating the public and helping develop policies, the agency can bring legal actions against people or businesses that have allegedly violated consumer protection laws. The Consumer Protection Law Center at Justia provides more details about how the FTC helps protect consumers from deceptive and unfair business practices.

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Justia Legal Guides: Sports Law Center

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We’re happy to provide a Sports Law center in our Justia Legal Guides for fellow fans who may be interested in legal issues that can affect athletes. Some areas of law are not specific to professional athletes but could raise certain issues related to their occupation. Most major universities receive federal funds.

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Justia Legal Resources: 50-State Surveys

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While federal law governs people and businesses across the U.S., each state has developed its own set of laws in many areas. These range from employment and family law to personal injury and criminal law. State laws may resemble one another in some situations, but they may vary greatly in others.

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