Happy Monday… And if you’re in the Midwest, happy SNOWY Monday! On with the carnival!
Scott Allen at about.com does a very interesting piece about a dispute over Cuppy’s Coffee and Java Jo’s, two separate companies that apparently caused some confusion among franchisees. Scott’s post brings to light issues surrounding blogs and free speech.
Personal Finance Advice is discussing GM’s botched “$1.99 per gallon” fuel promotion. Apparently GM sold some cars with a promotion that guaranteed to pay for gas costs over $1.99 per gallon. It sounds like some people have had nothing but headaches trying to collect on the program!
Maureen Rogers details her run-in with a typical email scam.. the kind where you’re going to receive a zillion dollars just for helping someone move some money. Riiiiiiiight…. thanks for the laugh Maureen.
SoxFirst mentions discusses morality in business…How do you get a handle on moral behavior in business? Is it about corporate social responsibility? More stringent anti-fraud measures? Better auditors? Better treatment of employees? And what role do business schools play?
Mortgage Lowdown blogs about a couple indicted on charges related to mortgage fraud. They helped applicants falsify documentation to get approved for mortgages… so the couple could get fat real estate commissions.
Milwaukee Police were going after prostitutes advertising on Craig’s List. What a surprise when they arrested this woman.
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