Going bankrupt is a stressful decision and a difficult choice. If you’ve considered every other possibility, but you and your attorney feel a bankruptcy is the best option, you must go to a bankruptcy hearing, which can be terrifying if you don’t know what to expect. If you’re considering bankruptcy, check out these must-know facts about your bankruptcy hearing.
You Will Be Under Oath
The bankruptcy hearing is called a hearing, but it doesn’t actually take place in a court room, and there is no judge.…
Your new company’s potential success is going to depend on many things, not the least of which is your business savvy. There are many decisions that you’ll have to make along the way, and some of those decisions can have serious legal repercussions. With the right preparation and attention to your business, you can avoid many of the common costly mistakes. Here are a few things that you’ll need to consider as you form and manage your new business.…
More than 3.5 million Americans are homeless. If you do not have a permanent legal residence at the moment, you might be terrified that a court will refuse to let you see your children. Don’t give up on seeing your kids just yet, though. Your living situation is just one of many factors that a judge considers before awarding custody or creating a visitation schedule, and some judges even award sole custody to homeless parents.…
If you’re an older parent who owns a retirement or second home, you may wish to keep the home out of probate after your death. One of the methods you might choose is a joint tenancy with rights of survivorship, which is a deed that gives two individuals, such as a parent and child, equal shares of a home. However, it’s a real estate planning option you should consider carefully. Your decision to enter a joint tenancy may come back to haunt you before you pass away.…
If you’ve spent your career working for the federal, state, city, or county government, you have likely vested in a valuable government pension that will continue to pay you a weekly or monthly income from your retirement until your death. For many long-term government employees, this pension can represent the bulk of all retirement assets. But what will happen to your pension if you file for divorce? Must you divide it with your ex-spouse, or are you permitted to keep it out of the pool of marital assets?…
The day you were injured at a ski resort probably began with you signing a liability waiver. The waiver undoubtedly outlined the potential dangers associated with skiing, and clearly stated that, should you be injured as a result of one of these dangers, the ski resort holds no responsibility for the damages you might sustain. How solid is this waiver? Can you really not even try to recoup your medical costs?…
Are you in the midst of a divorce and wondering about the fate of your pet? Are you pondering what the divorce judge might take into consideration when deciding who your furry friend will spend the rest of their life with? If so, read on to learn 4 things that can influence your rights to your pet.
1. Domestic Violence
According to americanhumane.org, between 25 and 40 percent of domestic violence victims feel like they can’t escape their hurtful relationships because they fear their pets will be harmed by their abuser.…
Before a speeding case goes before a court, both parties follow an important stage called discovery. During the discovery stage, the defense and the prosecution can collect and or exchange information that helps them prepare for the case. If you have recently received a speeding ticket, learn more about the discovery stage and how you can effectively prepare your defense.
Why you might want to invest in the informal discovery stage…
Even with advances in car safety technology such as pre-collision systems that can alert you to obstacles, over five million motor vehicle crashes occur annually resulting in over two million injuries. In addition, accident statistics reveal that hit-and-run collisions are on the rise according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. However, it can be hard for victims and their families to obtain justice because at-fault drivers flee the scene, hide from law enforcement and may not have insurance.…
Your employer or the employer’s insurance company is disputing your workers compensation claim, stating that your fall was not related to your job. You’ve missed work because of your injury, and now you’re wondering whether you do actually have a case. You may want to contact a workers compensation lawyer for a free consultation. Certain circumstances can make the difference as to whether you’re eligible for workers comp payments or not.…
