Alaine Meek

Need a job? You're in luck if you're in a group with welders, techies and number-crunchers.

SAN JOSE, Calif.--A federal judge on Friday criticized lawyers for Samsung Electronics Co. (SSNHY, 005930.SE) in its patent case with Apple Inc. (AAPL), while an Apple executive recounted its shock at what he called Samsung's copying of the iPhone and iPad.

We gave our friend money to buy a car and he stopped making payments. What can we do?

Is it better to buy a certified pre-owned car? Here's what to ask to ensure it's the right move.

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Are you getting every discount you can?With gas prices stubbornly staying above $3 per gallon, you owe it to yourself to find ways you can save on the cost of driving.

Video game publisher Electronic Arts sued Zynga on Friday, accusing the social gaming company of copying key elements of EA's 'The Sims Social' game in Zynga's 'The Ville.'

TOP STORIES Anglo American, Codelco Close to Sealing Chile Sur Deal - Report Anglo American PLC (AAKUY, AAL.LN) and Chilean state copper-mining company Codelco are close to reaching an agreement over the contested Sur property and a deal could be ready by or on Aug. 17, La Tercera newspaper

Health Net Inc. (HNT) posted higher second-quarter earnings after selling a business unit, but the company once again slashed its full-year guidance as high health-care costs hurt results in its core health-insurance businesses.

Crude-oil futures on Friday ended at their highest in two weeks, as optimism permeated nearly all markets after positive U.S. data on jobs and the services industry.