News Roundup

The Charlotte Observer reports that North Carolina did not have a Powerball jackpot winner but that two tickets worth $2 million each were sold in the state, one in Raleigh and the other in Spring Lake.  According to the Chicago Tribune, lottery winners should hire lawyers before coming forward to claim their prizes.  According to the ABA Journal, if you participate with others in a ticket-buying group, it may be a good idea to consult with a lawyer before even buying tickets in order to avoid a potentially costly dispute regarding the terms of the joint purchase agreement.  The first thing we do, let’s hire some lawyers, as it were.

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