Deciding whether to file a Chapter 7, Chapter 13 or Chapter 11 bankruptcy petition isn’t always a straightforward task. The best choice for you and your family and/or business will depend on your financial situation, the type of debt you have and your long-term...
A plea deal is an agreement between you and the prosecution to resolve your criminal case without going to trial. It may involve pleading guilty to lesser charges or accepting a lighter sentence in exchange for an admission of guilt, thereby waiving your right to a...
Car crashes can have devastating consequences, including serious injuries and even fatalities. There are also financial consequences. Victims are often left with medical expenses and they may have to be absent from work for sustained periods while they recover. While...
If you suffer from a spinal cord injury, you must think about the long-term impact when calculating the financial damages. You may have been injured due to someone else’s negligence, such as if you suffered a spinal cord injury in a car accident that they caused. You...
When debt starts to become unmanageable, it can take a shockingly short amount of time for every asset that a family depends on to be placed in jeopardy. From a family car to a family’s residence, debt-related financial obligations can overwhelm budgets and risk the...
In Pennsylvania, the statute of limitations for filing a personal injury claim is generally two years from the date of the injury. This time limit is crucial because it determines how long you have to take legal action after an accident or injury. If you fail to file...
Divorce may be the best option available for those who feel that their marriages have become unhealthy or unhappy. However, divorce can be incredibly unpredictable. Many people fear losing control over their finances or having reduced contact with their children. They...
A lot of people are afraid of bankruptcy because they worry that they’ll never rebuild their credit again – but that’s a misguided fear. Bankruptcy will show on your credit record for seven years if you file Chapter 13 and 10 if you file for Chapter 7, but its impact...
All drivers owe one another a duty of care. Essentially, this means doing their best not to cause accidents. When a driver breaches this duty of care, this is referred to as negligence. Negligence is the cause of millions of road traffic collisions every year in the...
A trust is a legal arrangement between a grantor and trustee that benefits the grantor by protecting their assets from misuse, estate taxes, probate and disputes. There are several popular kinds of trusts. Here is what you should know: 1. Charitable trusts Could your...
