2014
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Should You File Chapter 7 Or Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?
Filing for bankruptcy is a complex process. It's further complicated by the stress you feel due to your financial pressures. Your first step is to talk to a bankruptcy attorney, so you understand your options and how the process will affect you and your possessions. You can choose between a Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy. These are the differences between the two. Qualifying For Bankruptcy If you've had a drop in income, and your debts far exceed your ability to pay them, Chapter 7 may be your best choice because it wipes out certain types of debt.
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How To Avoid Common Mistakes When Answering Questions At Your Disability Hearing
If you have to go in front of an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) for your Social Security disability claim, current statistics show that some ALJs approve more than 70% of the claims that they hear, while others approve less than 7%. Knowing that, it's hard not to feel that there are some ALJs who are simply looking for an excuse not to approve your claim. Avoid these common mistakes when answering questions by the ALJ, in order to keep from derailing your case.
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Three Ways A Business Lawyer Can Help Get Your New Business Started
If you're in the process of starting a new business, you may believe that you can begin the venture without professional assistance. The Internet age has made it very easy to type a few terms into a search engine and pull up a vast number of web pages that all claim to hold the information you need to get your business off the ground. However, there is simply no substitute for the legal counsel that you can receive from a business lawyer.
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