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If you are facing overwhelming debt, you are not alone. Many other Americans are wearing the same shoes. Fortunately, filing for bankruptcy is an effective way to deal with insurmountable debt. People know that sometimes they must give up some of their property when...
Many knee injuries heal in a relatively short period. When the injury is expected to leave you unable to work for at least a year, you may want to file for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). The process to apply for this program is difficult and lengthy....
The courts oversee bankruptcy filings to ensure that things go smoothly and to prevent abuses of this important legal system. There are thousands of bankruptcies every year, and each one involves a careful review of someone's finances, their property and debts. One of...
After working for most of your adult life, you may find yourself unable to continue supporting yourself. Medical issues can leave someone unable to perform their job responsibilities or complete tasks around the home. Their health issue may affect their job, their...
If you are unable to pay back debts that you owe, there is a risk that you could face a loss of income through wage garnishment. Wage garnishment generally occurs after a court judgment is entered against you. A creditor is then able to receive payments directly out...
Say that you've been looking at your finances for a few months and realizing that there's no way you can handle all the debt that you have. You simply don't have enough money coming in and the debt is becoming overwhelming. To protect your future, you decide to file...
Being unable to work because of an injury or illness is difficult because you need money to live. For people who have certain conditions that are expected to result in their death, waiting for Social Security Disability benefits to be approved might not be possible....
Financed vehicles can be a major concern in personal bankruptcy. Some people file because they are worried their lender will repossess the vehicle. Others will have to make a decision about what happens to the vehicle after they file. Unsecured lines of credit...
Most people have very little savings, which means they can't support themselves and their families without their next paycheck. If they can't work, their stability is at risk. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a crucial social safety net. Working adults...
The decision to file for bankruptcy is a major one that requires careful consideration. The process can have an impact on your personal life, finances and business interests. There is a common misconception that bankruptcy is only relevant to those who have been...