Vast numbers of people filing for bankruptcy for the second, third or even fourth time has prompted major changes to the Federal bankruptcy code. The Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 was signed by President Bush in 2005, and requires that all filers complete financial education classes in an effort to prevent those people from becoming repeat filers. Two different classes must be completed: one prior to filing and one before your bankruptcy becomes final.…
If your home is unaffordable, selling the home seems like an obvious solution. However, if you have little equity in the home, a traditional sale is not possible. However, there are a few options can help make a property more affordable or assist homeowners in ridding themselves of a home that they cannot afford.
1. Refinance Your Existing Mortgage.
If you have a small amount of equity in your home, you may be eligible to refinance the balance owed to make the payments more affordable.…
While you never want to be involved in a domestic dispute with a partner that turns into a case of domestic violence. However, if the situation does ever occur to you, you can find yourself in a major predicament if you do not know what to expect and how to handle the fallout and consequences. Get to know more about dealing with a situation involving domestic violence and what you will need to do to when dealing with this difficult situation.…
Personal injury lawsuits are commonly misunderstood in society. Television has a way of showing them to be a certain way when in reality there are many things about personal injury lawsuits that most people don’t understand. Here are a couple misconceptions you may have about personal injury lawsuits.
1. You Probably Won’t See The Courtroom
In many movies and television shows it portrays a courtroom scene where lawyers passionately defend their clients in front of a judge or jury.…
A lot of preparation is required when entering into a custody battle. You need to show to a judge that you are better suited to provide full-time care to your children and offer the more nurturing and convenient living environment for the children compared to what your spouse offers.
Family courts put the interests of the child above all else, meaning that sex isn’t usually a major determinant of who wins custody.…
Very few people like to think about dying. However, if you have minor children and/or assets, you at least have to think about it long enough to make a will so your children and assets will go where you want them to go. Whenever it comes to your will, it will have to go through a process called “probate.” Probate is the legal proceedings where your will is declared valid. However, probate can be a lengthy process - especially if the will is contested.…
When you decide to sue the person or company responsible for your injury your case may either go to trial or it may be settled outside of court. Regardless of what route your case takes, it is still important to build a strong case in order to win. If you have not taken the time to gather evidence to present at the settlement meetings, then they will present you with a low offer.…
Alimony, sometimes called spousal support, is a necessity in some divorces. This is generally when one spouse has been the dedicated breadwinner, so the other spouse may need financial assistance in order to get back on their feet after the divorce. Alimony is often misunderstood or confused with other types of support. The following answers can help you better understand what alimony is.
Question #1: Is alimony the same as child support?…
If you’re a fast typist who loves watching legal dramas, you may have considered pursuing a career as a court reporter. However, the advent of a variety of technologies designed to streamline and improve the court reporting process may seem intent on eliminating this role entirely. Is court reporting still a viable industry for you to pursue? Will you be able to find a job once your training has ended? Read on to learn more about court reporting and your potential employment and salary prospects if you enter this field.…
If you have been charged with a domestic violence charge due to an incident that was misunderstood by police and you are now beginning to suspect your mate had an ulterior motive for getting you into trouble, you will need to fight this vigorously to protect your rights and reputation. Here are some steps on what to do:
Realize That This Is A Cruel But Common Divorce Strategy
So, out of the blue it seems you find yourself in an altercation with your mate.…
