The bankruptcy system can deal with a wide range of problems using a handful of basic legal tools. Chapters 7, 11, and 13 of the bankruptcy code tend to address the issues in most cases well.
However, not all bankruptcies are perfect. What should you do if you're dealing with an unusual case? A bankruptcy law attorney will encourage you to go through these three steps.
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Even someone dealing with a straightforward Chapter 7 case should strongly consider hiring a bankruptcy lawyer.
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It seems that almost everyone these days has some sort of side-gig, whether it's freelancing online or hustling fares as a rideshare driver. Unfortunately, some people are being denied their rights as workers because their employers insist on misclassifying them as "independent contractors" instead of employees.
Before you accept a designation that doesn't give you fair access to workers' compensation, unemployment, health benefits, and sick leave, this is what you need to know.
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Being in an auto accident is bad enough as it is, but when you are the victim in that accident, it is even worse. You didn't cause this, and if it wasn't for that other driver, you would be at work or off playing with the kids right now. Instead, you are in the hospital or at home trying to recover from your injuries. So what should you do now? Take a few moments to check out the following suggestions:
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If you've been charged with a federal crime, you will probably be offered a plea bargain. In fact, out of all federal criminal prosecutions, 97% are resolved by plea bargain. But before you accept a plea bargain offer that involves incarceration, there are a few important things to consider. Here's what they are.
How will your life be affected by incarceration?
Some parts of your life will continue outside of the prison during your incarceration, especially regarding your finances.
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You may have heard rumors that the federal fund that helps the government make Social Security Disability (SSD) payments is beginning to run dry. Some government analysts predict that the fund will be exhausted within the next year or two. Unfortunately, the biggest drain on the Social Security fund is false or fraudulent disability claims. Read on to learn more about some of the common types of disability fraud and what you should do if you know someone who is gaming the system.
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