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- Ethics: What About The All-Important 5 C's? - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2009 from Vicki VoisinWhen you consider ethics issues, there are five areas you must pay attention to...and each begins with the letter 'C'. Ethics are covered by the American Bar Association's Model Rules of Professional Conduct (www.abanet.org) and also by your state's Model Rules. For purposes of this article, I ...
Views: 6194 - Estate Planning for Pets and Domesticated Animals - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2009 from John MartinCompanionship animals play an important role in the lives of humans. Cats keep us company on the couch. Dogs play Frisbee with us at the park. Pets can even prolong a person’s life, lowering the risk of heart attack and rates of depression. Despite these beneficial effects in the lives of ...
Views: 1177 - What is the Difference Between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13? - by Submitted on May 29, 2009 from Gordon LevinsonThe difference between these two chapters of the Bankruptcy Code and their time lines are as follows: Chapter 7: Also called a “straight bankruptcy”, chapter 7 involves the liquidation of non-exempt assets for the benefit of creditors. Most chapter 7 cases are considered “no asset” cases ...
Views: 1363 - I Don’t Want to File for Bankruptcy. Are There Other Options Available? - by Submitted on May 29, 2009 from Gordon LevinsonYes, however it is imperative that you discuss the pro’s and con’s of these other options with a qualified consumer attorney before jumping into anything. While there are many ways to address unsecured debt absent a bankruptcy filing, the following 2 options are the most common: Debt ...
Views: 5242 - Will My Credit Be Ruined for 7-10 Years Once I File for Bankruptcy? - by Submitted on May 29, 2009 from Gordon LevinsonOne of the common myths about filing for bankruptcy is that it ruins your credit for many years. The answer is “it depends.” It depends on a number of factors including your current credit score, your debt load, and your previous credit history. As surprising as it sounds and contrary to ...
Views: 2070 - A Judgment Has Been Entered Against Me. What Happens Now? - by Submitted on May 29, 2009 from Gordon LevinsonOnce a creditor has obtained a judgment against you, chances are they will likely attempt to enforce it. There are many collection tools available in this regard depending on whether collection is sought against a business or individual. The following are the most common ways a judgment ...
Views: 13612(2 votes) - Is There a Minimum Amount of Debt Required to File Bankruptcy? - by Submitted on May 27, 2009 from Gordon LevinsonThis is a question I hear quite often as people contemplate filing for bankruptcy. The answer is no. The decision to file for bankruptcy relief is relative to the debtor’s financial situation. For example, it is not uncommon for someone who is living on social security or other fixed income to ...
Views: 3499 - Keeping the Car You Love Despite Owing Much More Than it’s Worth. How Can Bankruptcy Help? - by Submitted on May 27, 2009 from Gordon LevinsonIt is the exception rather than the rule that a person financing a vehicle owes less than or equal to the cars value. Unless you put at least 20% down, chances are you are upside down. Bankruptcy not only can eliminate unsecured debts like credit cards, it can also drastically reduce what you ...
Views: 1512 - I Received a “Notice of Abandonment” from the Trustee! What Does that Mean? - by Submitted on May 27, 2009 from Gordon LevinsonWhen a debtor receives a “Notice of Abandonment” from the trustee, they should not be alarmed. The title of the document oftentimes scares debtors into thinking they are going to lose the property listed in the notice, which is not the case. Basically, a notice of abandonment is the ...
Views: 6688 - Reaffirmation Agreement: What is it and What Are the Pro’s and Con’s of Signing One? - by Submitted on May 27, 2009 from Gordon LevinsonWhen you file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy case, you also file a statement of intention with respect to property that is secured by consensual liens (car loans, furniture loans etc.). Bankruptcy law requires you to “perform” or move forward with your intentions regarding financed personal property ...
Views: 2447 - The Automatic Stay: What is it and What Can it Do for You? - by Submitted on May 27, 2009 from Gordon LevinsonThe automatic stay is one of the most powerful weapons in a bankruptcy arsenal to protect a debtor from his or her creditors. It’s impact is immediate upon the filing of the bankruptcy petition with the court, and its purpose is to provide instant relief from the stressors of creditor ...
Views: 1199 - Three Lessons on Durable Powers of Attorney - by Submitted on May 05, 2009 from John MartinDurable Powers of attorney are an essential ingredient in a complete estate plan, which allow for continued financial management in the event of incapacity. Under a durable power of attorney, an attorney in fact makes financial decisions on behalf of the principal. The attorney in fact can be ...
Views: 1418 - Estate Planning for International Clients: Three Traps for the Unwary - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from John MartinEstate Planning for International Clients: Three Traps for the Unwary International clients living in the United States face a number of Estate Planning challenges. For the unwary, a lack of planning can lead to disaster. Imagine, for instance, the shock of a British citizen working at a ...
Views: 1209 - Privilege: The Third Party Factor - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Vicki Voisin‘Privilege’ is a rule of evidence that protects against the forced disclosure of specific communications between the attorney and the client that were made for the purpose of legal representation. If a paralegal acts as an agent of his or her principal attorney in these communications, ...
Views: 2380 - 5 Ways to Get More from Your Divorce Attorney - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Ed ShermanYou can have a better divorce and get more from your attorney by following this advice from award-winning author and divorce expert attorney Ed Sherman, founder of Nolo Press. Start with the right information. Before your first visit with your attorney, find out about the rules and procedures ...
Views: 1386 - Why Not Just File a Medical Malpractice Suit? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2009 from Paul JusticeMedical malpractice is a serious problem that one should seek litigation for. Some people may find it very difficult to file suit. Some people do not know where to begin to look for the right representation. Others may feel that filing a lawsuit is too much work. Of course because of the nature ...
Views: 1719 - Book Review: Everybody's Guide to the Law - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2009 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Legal Services. Legal services include the full range of services involving legal or law related matters handled by attorneys, such as drawing up and filing legal contracts, legal research and advice, and pleading and defending law ...
Views: 1245 - Definition: Legal Services - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2009 from Douglas PakMost liberal democracies consider that it is necessary to provide some level of legal aid to persons otherwise unable to afford legal representation. To fail to do so would deprive such persons of access to the court system. Alternately, they would be at a disadvantage in situations in which the ...
Views: 1796 - Out of Sight Out of Mind? Handle Paper and Files with Three Easy Decisions - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2009 from Vicki VoisinDo the piles of paper and stacks of files on your desk seem to multiply and take on a life of their own? Are you afraid to put anything away because you might forget about it? When you open your mail, do you think, "I'll just put it here for now"? Does the 'put it here for now' pile keep ...
Views: 1207 - Make Sure That You Understand Clinical negligence - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Nigel ThomasNobody likes having to have any sort of medical procedure but people like it even less when a medical procedure is resultant in some act of negligence being committed against them. Sadly this is something that is happening with an increasing level of frequency as a result of the NHS being a slip ...
Views: 1041 - Family Court Collateral: How Divorce Court Agents Feed on Maternal Instincts - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2009 from Jeanne King, Ph.D.It’s no secret that our children are collateral in family court. So, why is it that when we turn to this institution of justice, do we expect it to serve and protect the interests of our children? My sense of this is our educated mind doesn’t really expect anything more than what we ...
Views: 1087 - Husband And Wife Divorce Attorney Team Release Free Publication On Hiring A Divorce Attorney - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2009 from Brian NicolettiIf you or anyone you know is thinking about getting a divorce, stop. A must read for anyone thinking of hiring a divorce lawyer is a newly released free publication written by a husband and wife team who are both experienced attorneys and shareholders in a California divorce law firm. Feinberg & ...
Views: 2465 - 10 Tips for Legal contracts that Form Business Partnerships - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2008 from Cory Howell“Business Partnership”, is a term that seems completely innocent. Seemingly, two friends could form a successful business with nothing but their ambition and a little luck. Unfortunately, that’s a fantasy that often doesn’t come true. Instead, business partnerships are ...
Views: 2307(2 votes) - Why To Select An Efficient Divorce Lawyer NYC? - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2008 from Damyel FlowerDivorce cases are undoubtedly very painful for both the partners but at times there is nothing that one can resort to, in order attain the peace of mind for the rest of their life. However, if both partners do not cooperate, these cases can turn very ugly as well. After all, not everyone has ...
Views: 1443 - E-Mails Found That Try To Patch Up Medical Negligence Case - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2008 from Catherine MoodyFrancisco Castaneda gave evidence to a House Judiciary subcommittee on October the 4th 2007 describing how he had been treated as an immigration detainee. In February 2008 Castaneda was dead. Internal documents have been found in agency that controls foreign detainee’s medical care, ...
Views: 1004 - 400 People Die Every Fortnight As A Result Of Work - by Submitted on May 27, 2008 from Carys RobshawThe Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) has released figures which show that the equivelant to a jumbo jet full of people die due to work every fortnight. Their figures are much higher than figures released by the HSE as they take into account more than just the 241 people who ...
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