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• Robbery, Larceny and the Different Kinds of Theft
  Although the terms seem interchangeable, there are several differences between robbery and larceny. You may find some other terms thrown in as well, such as theft and burglary. It is absolutely imperative that you understand the difference between robbery and larceny. Those nuances mean a lot when it comes to defense and verdicts. What You Need to Know About the Different Terms for Theft In all cases, these terms all fall under the categories of theft. As theft charges, they all imply [more]
• Larceny Laws in Texas
  Larceny is seen as common theft. Larceny is the theft of an item with the intent of depriving its owner of their property indefinitely. Furthermore, you could face larceny charges if you fail to perform an affirmative act to prove the item in question wasn't stolen. Larceny charges in Texas are designated as misdemeanor or felony thefts depending on the value of property stolen. Class C Misdemeanor Theft Stolen property valued at less than $50 or bad cheques written for less than $20 are Class C [more]
• DTPA Laundry List of Offences: Part 2
  The law protects people from unfair business practices. For instance, a company can't misrepresent their products or services in their advertising. They can't use other deceptive business practices either, in accordance with the Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA) of course. Despite these consumer protections, some companies flout the law. When this happens, you should immediately hire an attorney to protect your rights. About the DTPA As mentioned in the previous article, the DTPA ensures a business can't falsify information regarding the ingredients [more]
• Texas Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act (DTPA)
  The Texas Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act (DTPA) is a statute that helps prevent companies from taking advantage of Texas consumers through deceptive or misleading business practices, unconscionable actions and breaches of warranty. This statute, although constantly re-interpreted, represents a step towards more ethical standards in the day-to-day operations of businesses in Texas. DTPA Coverage The DTPA covers more than just the individual consumer; in fact, smaller enterprises also benefit from some of the standards set by the DTPA. The statute's guidelines [more]