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More favoritism allegations in Douglas Co. D.A. office examined Video included

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The Douglas County district attorney used seized drug money to take support staff to a north Georgia training conference designed for prosecuting attorneys. The FOX 5 I-Team followed along and found the four women didn't even register to attend the conference.  
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Study says fewer bank accounts is better for saving

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How many bank accounts do you have?  Most of us have a few.  But it might be time to start paring down.
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Study: Women have a hard time saving for retirement Video included

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A government report shows that even though there are more women than ever in the work force, women still have a hard time saving for retirement. More>>

David vs. Goliath: Tom Sullivan's best eBay advice

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For decades, Atlantans have woken up to Tom Sullivan on their radios.  But you might not know that he's also somewhat of an expert eBay seller, and he's got quite a story to tell. More>>

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Favoritism investigated inside Douglas Co. D.A.'s office Video included

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The FOX 5 I-Team found a pattern of payments and perks to one family by the local district attorney's office, and it's a pattern that has critics crying favoritism. More>>

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Whistleblower lawsuit filed against Atlanta mayor, ex-girlfriend Video included

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A local man says Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed and Reed's ex-girlfriend got him fired from his city job. The man told the FOX 5 I-Team about the federal whistleblower lawsuit he's filed and why he wants the city to pay up. More>>

How to choose the right summer camp for your kids Video included

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Summer is a break for kids, but you still need to keep them busy. So you sign them up for camp, hoping to keep the kids entertained at a safe camp and all at an affordable price.
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Where do your tax dollars go? Video included

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The amount of money many of us pay in taxes in a given year is often times larger than any purchase we'd make.  Where does that really money go?  Well, there is a way to find out. More>>

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Ambulance rides cost Medicare $5 billion a year Video included

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Some $5 billion in Medicare money each year goes to pay for ambulance rides to a doctor. An industry insider claims a lot of those rides are a waste of your tax dollars. More>>

Fees for apartment applications can add up Video included

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It's pretty normal these days when you're apartment hunting to be asked to pay an application fee. Those fees can be pretty steep, and can be at least $50 for every application. More>>

Buying a car with bad credit Video included

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We're always talking about the benefits of good credit when you make a big purchase. But, what if you don't have good credit and still need to buy a car? More>>

Two computer shops leave many customers angry Video included

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There is a businessman in metro Atlanta making quite a name for himself for computer repairs.  But not for his great work, but rather for work that never gets done. More>>

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How do people get out of PARKatlanta tickets? Video included

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If you get a PARKatlanta ticket, you know you'll have a hefty fine to pay. But we found not everyone has to pull out their wallet. More>>

Couple fed up with wrong number calls contacts Call for Action Video included

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Can you imagine getting as many as 10 phone calls a day, and all of them are the wrong number?  A Henry County couple does know what that feels like. More>>

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Use caution when choosing a solar installer Video included

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More and more people want to put solar panels on their home and sell power back to the power company. More>>

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Some local car dealerships add unadvertised fees Video included

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Thinking about buying a car? The state has clear rules that say what dealers can and cannot add to an advertised sales price. More>>

Buying affordable organic food is possible Video included

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Just a few years ago, if you wanted to buy organic food, you really had to hunt for it.  But now, nearly every grocery store has an organic section. More>>

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Another former Ga. soldier offered misleading war story to get free trip Video included

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FOX 5 I-Team reporter Randy Travis says there's a second former Georgia soldier who pulled a similar stunt to win a free trip. More>>

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War record of man injured in veterans' parade questioned Video included

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A train crash at a veterans' parade has revealed the truth about a local man's supposed war record. More>>

Odometer rollbacks a growing problem in Georgia Video included

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Many of us buy used cars because they're more affordable. But, you want to make sure the price you're paying matches up to the car you're getting. More>>

Lawsuit claims overcharges by Dollar Rent A Car Video included

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It's time to start booking vacations, and that means renting a car may be a part of your getaway. But before you sign the dotted line, there are some things you should be aware of about renting a car.
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How to dig your way out of debt

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April is Financial Literacy Month, so there's no better time than now to talk about how to dig yourself out of debt.  FOX 5 I-Team reporter Dana Fowle has some sure-fire ways to get financially fit. More>>

Should you refinance your mortgage? Video included

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With mortgage rates at historic lows, it has many people thinking about refinancing. Cutting your mortgage payment down sounds like a good idea, but, refinancing is not for everybody.
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I-Team examines exclusive Boston Marathon bomb photos

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While federal agents pour over the videos with hopes of finding the bomber, they still have the painstaking job of reconstructing the deadly bombs. In crime scene pictures obtained by the FOX 5 I-Team, you can see remnants of a stainless steel cooking pot that agents quickly identified as a pressure cooker. More>>

Home staging can help sell your home Video included

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The housing market is making a comeback, and that's great news.  But, there is still some work you have to do to get buyers interested in your home. So, what can you do to make your home stand out against the others? More>>

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DragonCon co-founder files hundreds of complaints from jail Video included

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A Georgia man who successfully delayed his child molestation trial for more than a decade is now running up big medical bills in jail and filing hundreds of sometimes bizarre complaints. More>>

EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS: Boston Marathon bomb Video included

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The bomb that exploded at the finish line of Monday's Boston Marathon sent shock waves across the country.  Crime scene photos obtained exclusively by FOX 5 Atlanta are the first look at what is left of the first deadly device. More>>

Is renter's insurance affordable? Video included

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There are more renters in homes and apartments than ever before.  But, according to national statistics, more than half don't have renter's insurance. More>>

Metro Atlanta housing market sees comeback Video included

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Houses are selling again, and that's good news for many people. In fact, there aren't enough houses on the market for the number of buyers out there looking. More>>

Beware of sneaky credit card charges Video included

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Most of us are on alert for obvious fraudulent charges on our credits cards. But, what you are more likely to miss are what are called gray charges -- $5 here, $20 there – and it can go on and on. More>>

Federal raid threatens supplemental insurance for thousands

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Federal agents raided the Florida headquarters of Universal Health Care, shutting down the offices and leaving hundreds of employees out of work.  The move means 7,500 Georgians could potentially be without supplemental health insurance. More>>

Pay yourself first when it comes to savings, retirement Video included

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Financial planning is more important than it's ever been. There are fears that Social Security won't be there when you need it, and companies rarely offer pensions anymore. More>>

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Rabun County animal shelter revisited 9 months after 'Lucky Dog' scandal Video included

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The Rabun County district attorney promises justice will be served in an animal shelter scandal that attracted national attention. More>>

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Fulton County to overhaul aging elevators Video included

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The Fulton County Commission has voted to spend $1.2 million to overhaul its aging elevators, promising to give employees and citizens a safer ride. More>>

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Tax service in hot water over preparing returns Video included

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Every year people pay too much to have tax returns prepared, and usually they are returns that can easily be done for free. But, if you really hate doing your own return, you might want to pay anyway – but only so much. More>>

Saving money at the grocery store Video included

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Going to the grocery store is probably just one more thing on your to-do list. Grocers, on the other hand, take your each and every visit very seriously. The sales, even the lay out of the store, are designed to get you to buy more. More>>

Beware of vacation scams arriving in the mail Video included

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Spring is just nine days away, so it's the time for shady vacation offers to starting coming in the mail. So, how can avoid being taken by these cheap, maybe even free, vacation offers? More>>

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Watch Brokers target of federal investigation Video included

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A Buckhead business the I-Team first exposed is now the target of a federal investigation. Watch Brokers dealt in pricey time pieces until investigators shut them down. So, what's happening to the millions of dollars customers want back? More>>

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Council raises questions over Snellville mayor's financial troubles Video included

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There are squabbles in Snellville over the mayor's money mess. Debt collectors are now garnishing the mayor's pay. More>>

Take advantage of reinstated tax breaks Video included

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It's March and the fiscal cliff fallout continues.  If you haven't done your taxes yet, or even if you have, there are some retroactive rules you will want to know about. More>>

More complaints surface after FOX 5 I-Team investigates Otis Nixon

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Authorities in Walton County have opened a criminal probe following a FOX 5 I-Team investigation into former Atlanta Braves star Otis Nixon.  The hidden camera investigation caught Nixon taking cash with the false promise that his non-profit could get inmates paroled early. More>>

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Former Braves' star Otis Nixon accused in scam Video included

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A famous ex-Atlanta Brave has been caught in a FOX 5 I-Team hidden camera investigation. Some people claim Otis Nixon used his baseball reputation to trick them out of as much as $1,000 each by falsely promising he could win early release for their loved one in state prison. More>>

Are you getting the mechanic runaround? Video included

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What happens if you dropped your car off at the shop and you can't get your mechanic to finish the job? Or your truck is ready, but not at the price you originally agreed to pay?  Is there anything you can do? More>>

When moving, it pays to plan ahead Video included

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Moving season is just ahead of us, and that means rogue moving companies are getting ready to try to get your business. More>>

How to reduce the junk mail in your mailbox Video included

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Junk mail still comes in the mail, and it can be just as maddening as an inbox filled with unwanted solicitations. More>>

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Computer glitch creates backlog for businesses Video included

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Some are calling it a boondoggle; a computer upgrade designed to streamline the secretary of state's web site has created backlogs and bottled up business people. More>>

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Cell phone videos show life behind bars Video included

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Smuggled cell phones provide a raw look at the danger of life behind bars. The FOX 5 I-Team obtained video posted online showing a fight inside one of Georgia's most troubled prisons. More>>

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City opens investigation of dismissed ParkAtlanta tickets Video included

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Atlanta has opened an investigation of city supervisor's dismissed PARKAtlanta tickets. More>>

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Funeral delayed due to insurance flap Video included

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In this FOX 5 I-Team investigation, Randy Travis helps get justice for a local man who had his insurance money taken right from under his nose. More>>

Do your homework when it comes to home warranties

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Last summer was extremely hot, and it wasn't a good time to have an air conditioner break down. A young family found themselves in that predicament, and their home warranty turned out to be no guarantee at all. More>>

Ask Consumer Ed: Should you co-sign a loan?

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You may have been tempted to help a friend or family member by cosigning a loan for them, but is it really a good idea?
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Tax time: Can you deduct medical expenses?

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If you haven't tackled those taxes yet, we've got some information you want to know.  It's a complicated maze trying to sort out what you can deduct and what you can't, but if you're wondering about deducting medical expenses, FOX 5 I-Team reporter Dana Fowle can help.
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Ex-inmate warns about danger of smuggled cell phones Video included

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A Georgia prison inmate says smuggled cellphones have become so dangerous he vowed once released he'd try to do something about it. More>>

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City officials explain dismissed ParkAtlanta tickets Video included

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Atlanta city officials say the controversy sparked by a FOX 5 I-Team investigation of dismissed parking tickets for some high ranking employees is now a top priority. More>>

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Chamblee contract awarded to company that mayor works for Video included

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A FOX 5 I-Team investigation has found that the Chamblee City Council voted to cut its development department and replace the staff with a company the Mayor works for. More>>

Group finds fish mislabeled in restaurants, sushi bars Video included

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If you're a fish and sushi lover, there is a good chance you might not be eating what you ordered. A recent investigation uncovered what it calls "widespread seafood fraud." More>>

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Why were ParkAtlanta officials' tickets dismissed? Video included

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There is new information on the FOX 5 I-Team investigation into ParkAtlanta dismissed tickets.City records show some city officials had parking tickets dismissed in court, but Senior FOX 5 I-Team reporter More>>

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Smuggled cell phones a common problem in Ga. prisons Video included

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Later this year, the Georgia Department of Corrections hopes to roll out a jamming system to stop the demand for smuggled cell phones in state prisons. More>>

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Man pleads guilty to practicing gynecology without license Video included

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A man exposed in a FOX 5 I-Team investigation for practicing medicine without a license has pleaded guilty to criminal charges. More>>

FTC shuts down company, alleges $25M in unauthorized charges Video included

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The Federal Trade Commission has temporarily shut down a company it claims billed consumers to the tune of $25 million without their consent. More>>

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City parking supervisor caught with outdated police parking badge Video included

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There are new developments in a FOX 5 I-Team investigation into top city and ParkAtlanta officials' dismissed parking tickets.
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Why do we buy products made overseas? Video included

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Buying only products labeled 'Made in America' sounds good, but talking about it and doing it are two different things. Many labels and packages on U.S. shelves show foreign countries. What's harder to find is a 'Made in the USA' tag. More>>

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City, ParkAtlanta officials get tickets dismissed Video included

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FOX 5's I-Team examined nine months of ParkAtlanta tickets to find some top officials at the city and at ParkAtlanta whose tickets were dismissed. More>>

Avoid costly mistakes this tax season Video included

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It's tax season and that means many of us are getting our paperwork together. Before you file, make sure you are not committing any tax blunders that can cost you money.
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I-Team investigates Medicare ambulance rides

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An Atlanta family says Medicare paid thousands of dollars for private ambulance rides they really didn't need. 
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Do you know today's drug slang? Video included

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With each generation of young people comes new drug slang. But in this case, what you don't know can hurt your child. Not only are the names new to parents, but the drugs they represent are new too. More>>

Circuit breaker panels pose fire danger

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Circuit breaker panels aren't very interesting, and they're usually hidden away from view.  But, they are a vital part of home safety.   So what happens when instead of preventing fires, they start them instead?  FOX 5 I-Team reporter Dana Fowle has a look in an investigation on circuit breaker panels that are in homes everywhere. More>>

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Company tells homeowners tap water is dangerous Video included

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Homeowners claim a local company is trying to get them to think that their tap water can be deadly. More>>

Last minute Valentine's Day gift ideas for under $35 Video included

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Valentine's Day less than 24 hours away and if you still haven't gotten your significant other that perfect gift, we have you covered! Good Day Atlanta has some last-minute gift ideas, all for under $35! More>>

Are BPA-free plastics really safe? Video included

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Many parents buy BPA-free plastic because they think it's safer for their children. A new scientific study says that might not be risk-free after all. More>>

What's in your eggs?

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Next time you're at the grocery store, take a long look at the egg section.  It's changed a lot in recent years.  Eggs are back in favor, and now stores stock up on every kind you can imagine.  What's so special about them?  FOX 5 I-Team reporter Dana Fowle asked the experts. More>>

I-Team: Patents and More investigation Video included

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American ingenuity is still a point of pride in this country, but some would-be inventors claim a Lawrenceville man tricked them out of their money and wasted their grand ideas. More>>

Call for Action: Mr. Johnson's minivan Video included

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Sidney Johnson owns a minivan free and clear, but getting to that point was a bumpy ride. More>>

Lawsuit claims thousands of guard rails are defective

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A battle over whether a highway safety device is unsafe is raging in courts across the country.  A recently-unsealed whistle blower lawsuit claims that there are hundreds of thousands of defective guard rail heads across America's highways, including right here in Georgia. More>>

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