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Chapter 7 for Small Business Owners
Managing a small business can be challenging, and sometimes, it can lead to financial problems. If you experience such a situation, filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy may be the ideal solution to ease your financial burden. This article will provide an in-depth look at...
Bankruptcy vs. Defaulting on Debt
When facing overwhelming debt, individuals often find themselves at a crossroads, considering whether to default on their debt obligations or seek relief through bankruptcy. Each option has significant consequences, but bankruptcy can often provide a more favorable...
Receiving Social Security Disability for Bipolar Disorder
Living with bipolar disorder poses emotional, psychological, and financial challenges.Because of the severity of their symptoms, individuals with this condition often find it challenging to hold down a job. If bipolar disorder affects your work capacity, you may be...
Differences Between Chapter 13 Bankruptcy and Debt Consolidation
If you are struggling with debt, you need to know the pros and cons of different debt solution options. Chapter 13 bankruptcy and debt consolidation are two common choices. Both aim to help with debt, but Chapter 13 bankruptcy offers some unique benefits that might...
How Age Impacts Social Security Disability Eligibility
When it comes to Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI), age is more than just a number. The Social Security Administration (SSA) considers age along with other factors like skill level, education, and residual functional...
3 Tips for Filing Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Alabama
If you are burdened by debt, Chapter 7 bankruptcy could help you onto the path of financial freedom. Here are 3 tips that could help you successfully file chapter 7 bankruptcy. 1. Choose the Right Alabama Bankruptcy Attorney The best thing you can do when filing for...
Who Can File for Bankruptcy?
Bankruptcy is a way individuals and businesses can legally pursue the means to eliminate or restructure their debts. It provides relief to those who are struggling under the burden of debt and cannot reasonably repay their creditors. But can anyone file for...
On-the-Job Heavy Equipment Injuries
According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics (BLS), over 4.5 million medically consulted injuries occurred in 2020. Of those injuries, approximately 25% involved heavy objects or equipment. The injuries ranged from minor contusions to fatal injuries. Because of the...
3 Bankruptcy Myths
Bankruptcy has a bad reputation. Chances are great that if you questioned 20 random people on the street and asked them what they thought about bankruptcy, you would get a variety of negative responses. Sadly, most of the comments would be wrong. This is because the...
Explaining the Concept of Pain and Suffering in Personal Injury Claims
When a person is harmed by another's negligence, they have the right to seek compensation for not only their economic losses but also the intangible suffering they have experienced. This category of damages, known as "pain and suffering," aims to acknowledge and...
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