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Filing Bankruptcy on Personal Loans
Filing Bankruptcy on Personal Loans According to data from the credit bureau TransUnion, personal loans are the fastest-growing consumer debt. The credit bureau says from the first quarter of 2017 to the first quarter of 2018 the number of outstanding loans rose from...
What to Do If Your Child Is Harmed by a Defective Product
No parent ever wants to think about their child being injured. But sadly, defective products exist, and now and then they cause harm. If your child is injured by a defective product, you, as the parent, may be able to file a personal injury claim against the at-fault...
Important Steps to Take after a Motorcycle Accident
When you’re riding your motorcycle, you could encounter many hazards on the road. Unfortunately, you’re bound to encounter an accident at some point. Hopefully, if you are ever in a motorcycle accident, you will not suffer injuries, but chances are you likely will. A...
Eliminating Unsecured Debt in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
The prevalence of unsecured debt is on the rise in the United States. This type of debt, which includes credit card debt and medical debt, can have a major impact on one's financial stability. Several factors contribute to the prevalence of unsecured debt. One is the...
Filing a Wrongful Death Claim
The death of a loved one is an incredibly difficult situation for any person to endure. When this tragedy results from another's negligence or malicious intent, the resulting sense of injustice in these cases can only add to the pain. Nothing can bring your loved one...
What is the Social Security Disability Appeals Process?
Have you filed a claim for Social Security disability benefits and been denied? This can be a hard blow to receive. If you have been denied, you should not give up on receiving benefits. SSA allows applicants to appeal denials. The SSA appeals process is a multi-step...
Five Common Causes of Truck Accidents
Commercial trucks play an important role in the U.S. economy. They carry goods across our country's highways 24 hours a day. The adage of the trucking industry is, "if you bought it, a truck brought it." As much as these vehicles are an essential tool for meeting our...
Paycheck to Paycheck Living on The Rise
In recent years, the number of families living paycheck to paycheck has risen sharply. For many Americans, this is the new economic reality. More and more families are falling into financial hardship, as the cost of living continues to increase. This can have serious...
Receiving Social Security Disability for Cystic Fibrosis
Having cystic fibrosis can be a difficult diagnosis, as it is a lifelong condition that affects multiple organs and systems in the body. As a result, living day to day with this chronic condition can be physically and emotionally draining. Fortunately, for those who...
Buying a Car during and after Bankruptcy
In helping clients file for bankruptcy, they often ask the following two questions: If something happens to my car while I am in bankruptcy, can I buy a new one? Will I be able to buy a car after I am out of bankruptcy? These are reasonable concerns. Having reliable...
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