Finding a good nursing home is sometimes one of the most difficult things to do for our elderly loved ones. There are several ways to narrow down the choices as to which nursing home you will place you loved one in. Below are some things you can do to find a good nursing home and … Read more
You met with a bankruptcy attorney. You asked your questions. Now you are sitting at home wondering, "What happens next?" This is a normal feeling. A lot of people feel relieved after their first meeting, but they also feel unsure about the steps that come next. The good news is that the process is simpler … Read more
Workers compensation is a practice area that can best be handled with the guidance of a workers compensation attorney. Below is a simplified introduction to workers’ compensation law. More detailed explanations of workers’ compensation laws will follow in future blog posts. Workers’ compensation laws were developed to be beneficial to both the employee and the … Read more
Filling out your bankruptcy paperwork can feel overwhelming. There are forms, lists, numbers, and stacks of documents to track down. If you are worried about making a mistake, that is a normal feeling. The good news is that getting your paperwork right is one of the most important things you can do, and it is … Read more
If you filed bankruptcy and got a notice that says "Motion for Relief from Stay," it is normal to feel scared. You may think you are about to lose your house or your car. Take a breath. This notice does not always mean bad news. In many cases, you still have options. This article explains … Read more
With major changes in the bankruptcy laws in 2005, you are required to undergo a “means test.” Simply put, your household’s income for the six months prior to filing bankruptcy (your income, your spouse’s income and any contribution to your household from others) is annualized and compared to the Census Bureau’s median income for the same size household within your state.
For individuals, there are two common types of bankruptcy: Chapter 7 bankruptcy and Chapter 13 bankruptcy. We discussed Chapter 7 bankruptcy in a previous post, but as a quick refresher, Chapter 7 bankruptcy is a liquidation bankruptcy that will allow a person to eliminate most of their unsecured debt such as credit cards, medical bills, … Read more
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