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Direct Informal for a debt security issued by the United States government, as opposed to one of its agencies. Perhaps the most prominent example of a direct security is a U.S. Treasury security. Direct securities are considered risk-free because they are guaranteed by the full faith and credit of the United States government. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The SCAG is particularly concerned about consumer protection issues, noting that the Trade Practices Act 1974 (Cth) and State Fair Trading laws may not provide sufficient protection, that litigation funders often enter a direct retainer with solicitors limiting the professional duties owed to the "plaintiffs", and that unfair funding arrangements are often not discovered because cases are frequently settled before trial. |
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