The Consumer Reports Law Book: Your Guide to Resolving Everyday Legal Problems

About this book

Whether you are buying a new home getting divorced or are trying to return a defective VCR it is invaluable to have a basic knowledge of your legal rights and responsibilities. But knowledge alone isnt enough. You need to know what to do - that is what action to take. The Consumer Reports Law Book fills this need and provides specific succinct guidance and advice on a wide range of legal matters. On these pages youll find clear concise up-to-date information about your rights responsibilities and your legal recourse when problems arise. It gives you the tools you need to decide when legal action is necessary and when its not. Youll see how to reach the best resolution to the most common legal problems. Youll learn step-by-step how to resolve conflicts or take legal action in matters concerning real estate and property rights; marriage divorce and adoption; financial matters; retirement planning; health care; insurance; consumer products (such as automobiles appliances and computers); and civil rights. The author also goes into detail on important issues such as employee and consumer rights privacy rights of the elderly and living wills. This important reference book comes complete with sample letters to help you save time and money on legal fees. The Consumer Reports Law Book also covers the many effective alternatives to time-consuming and costly litigation such as small-claims court and mediation and arbitration to resolve disputes. It also provides you with a greater understanding of the inner workings of the court system and lists addresses and phone numbers of organizations to help you settle disputes and protect your rights. As our society grows more complex the value of the information included in The Consumer Reports Law Book cannot be overestimated. It deserves a place on every American familys bookshelf.