Charged With A DUI? Don’t Fall Prey To These Common Myths

If you've been charged with a DUI, it is important that you proceed very carefully in order to minimize the impact that this charge has on your present-day and future life. In addition to working with a knowledgeable attorney, one of the best things you can do at this point is educate yourself regarding DUI charges. Learning to separate fact from fiction is an important part of gaining that knowledge. Here's a look at some common DUI myths you don't want to fall for. Read More 

Understanding How Bankruptcy Affects Your Social Security Disability Benefits

Being unable to work due to a disability can have broad-reaching effects, especially when it comes to your financial responsibilities. You may even be forced to file for bankruptcy if your debts become too severe to be handled through other means. But if you currently receive Social Security disability benefits, then you're likely concerned about how Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy will impact your benefits. Disability Benefits in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Read More 

Lost Your Lawsuit? What You Need To Know About What Comes Next

When you've been injured been injured because of someone else's actions and you decide to hire a firm like Dunnigan & Messier P.C. to go through with a lawsuit against them, the idea of losing the case may be difficult to contemplate. You may not even want to think too much about it, because you want to think positively and keep your spirits up for the trial. However, in the event that you do lose your case, you're going to have a few questions about what happens next. Read More 

Paying Off Your Mortgage: A Look At Short Sales And Ways To Avoid Or Handle A Short Sale Deficiency Judgment

The average mortgage in the summer of 2012 for Americans was just a little under $950 a month. This does not include the annual expenses of property taxes and insurances. It is no wonder that most Americans are having difficulties paying off their mortgage. If you are having problems paying your mortgage off, opting for a short sale may be the best decision. This article will take a further look at what short sales and short sale deficiency judgments are. Read More 

What Changes Could Be Coming To Florida’s Workers Compensation Law?

Unless you've recently been injured on the job, you probably haven't given much thought to your employer's workers compensation coverage or your state's workers compensation laws. However, those who are employed in Florida may see some changes in the way workers compensation benefits are determined if a current court case is successful in declaring a portion of the state's workers comp law unconstitutional. Read on to learn more about how workers compensation is handled in Florida, as well as the changes that may be coming pending the outcome of the constitutional challenge. Read More