Federal law limits debt collectors' harassment and requires notice
New federal rule bans harassing late night calls and threats by debt collectors. It applies to personal and family debts and requires a written notice within five days stating the amount owed and the creditor, plus steps if the debtor disputes. The measure excludes creditors collecting their own debts. New York report finds 37 percent wrongly believe accused must prove innocence.
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FTC bans health food term in ads nationwide
The Federal Trade Commission rules health food claims cannot be justified and that organic and natural labels remain allowed when describing foods. In a separate matter, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration opens a probe into 5.3 million Ford vehicles from 1973 to 1978 over possible automatic transmission shifting from park to reverse, linked to numerous accidents and fatalities.
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Burger Would Boost State Court Systems
Chief Justice Warren Burger urges experimentation and innovation in state courts to improve efficiency and avoid a monolithic universal system of justice. He argues tailored reforms can address local needs while preserving fairness.
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