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2 Important Reasons Why Chapter 13 Bankruptcy May Be Right For You

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If you’re considering filing for bankruptcy, chances are that you’re going to need to choose between a Chapter 7 and a Chapter 13 bankruptcy filing, the two most common filings for personal bankruptcy (Chapter 11 is another common filing you may have heard of, but it’s usually reserved for businesses.) Choosing the right chapter for your situation is an important factor in ensuring that you get back on the road to financial health.…

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When Neighbors Go Bad: Is It Time To Hire An Attorney?

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Are your neighbors making things miserable for you? Unfortunately, not all neighbor relationships are what you would consider “neighborly.” Sometimes, relations can be friendly for years, and then things change and a minor dispute turns into a major war between you and the people next door, behind you, or across the street. Other times, one particular set of neighbors seems to hate you from the moment you, or they, move in.…

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Prioritizing Debts During Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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In 2014, the aggregate household debt of Americans was $11.71 trillion with the average household carrying $6,500 in credit card debts. With debts continuing to rise, many Americans are seeking alternative options available to them financially in order to achieve financial freedom. In 2014, there were a total of 619,069 chapter 7 bankruptcy filings. Chapter 7 bankruptcy is perhaps the easiest option. Under chapter 7, applicants can receive a clean financial slate if they are to surrender all of their assets to be paid to debtors.…

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Your Teen Driver: Tips For Preventing Accident, And What To Do After One

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, car accidents are the leading cause of death among teenagers in the United States. If you’re a parent, this is a scary statistic, but unfortunately, you cannot stop your teen from enjoying the independence and fun that comes with getting their license. Instead, what you can do is educate yourself about how to keep your teens safe behind the wheel—and what you need to do if your teenager is in an accident.…

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Can You Adopt If You Are In A Same-Sex Relationship?

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If you’re involved in a same-sex relationship, you may be interested in expanding your family through adoption. However, whether you’re planning to adopt from the U.S. or abroad, there are a number of additional legal hurdles you’ll need to clear as compared to the adoption process for a heterosexual couple. Read on to learn more about the special considerations you’ll need to know when considering adoption. What should you know about adopting from the U.…

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What To Do When Your Insurance Company Denies A Claim?

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When it comes to any type of accident, you expect your insurance company or that of the responsible party to offer due compensation for your damages. However, it’s never guaranteed that an insurance company will respond in a favorable manner. Understanding the steps you can take in light of a denied claim can help you receive the compensation you deserve. Reasons for Denial There are plenty of reasons why a typical entry claim may be denied by a claims adjuster.…

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Own A Small Business? Ways To Decrease The Likelihood Of Slip And Fall Accidents This Winter

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If you own a business, you have a legal responsibility to keep your customers and clients safe when they are at your place of business. If they get hurt on your premises because you failed to maintain safe conditions, they may be able to file suits against you and recoup money for their medical expenses, lost wages, and for any permanent injuries that sustain. One of the most common types of accidents that occurs within a business is a slip and fall accident.…

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Motorcycles And Road Debris - A Deadly Combination

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When you drive a motorcycle, you have to be extra aware of the hazards that exist on the road. While some of these hazards are easily avoidable, others are not. Hazards that would have very little impact on the driver of an automobile can prove to be fatal to you. One of the main things that often appears out of nowhere is road debris. When you have an encounter with debris, if you are not careful, you can be badly injured or even killed.…

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Insurers, Drivers, And Bars: Who Can Be Held Liable After A Drunk Driving Accident?

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If you or someone you love has been injured in a car accident involving a drunk driver, you may be entitled to compensation. You may be able to get compensation for the cost of car repairs, medical bills, lost time at work, and pain and suffering. In order to be compensated, however, you need to prove that someone’s negligence caused your injuries. In most cases, the drunk driver is liable, but there are other entities that may be liable as well.…

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Personal Injury Attorney In Dallas TX - Slip And Fall Cases

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Once the most common types of cases that a personal injury attorney in Dallas TX is called upon to handle is a slip and fall case. A slip and fall case is a case involving an individual that happens to fall and injure themselves on someone else’s property. In most cases, this will involve someone slipping and falling at someone’s place of business. One of the biggest reasons that you are going to want to hire a personal injury attorney in Dallas TX is in order to have them help you prove that the cause of your slip and fall and injury was a result of negligence on the part of the property owner.…

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