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For better or for worse, until death do us part.
Well, maybe not in 2020.
For many parents, this is the most stressful and difficult part of the divorce, and often parents are unable to reach agreements on their own. When this is the case, custody agreements must be determined by the court
If you have children and are going through a divorce, one of the most important and sometimes difficult things you will have to do is make a parenting plan.
If you feel your child is being manipulated by your ex in a way that is alienating them from you and harming your relationship, you may consider consulting with an experienced family law attorney.
For most folks, filing bankruptcy is a last resort. In fact, many people feel that it is their responsibility to pay off their debt and a failure to do so means neglecting their duty.
Most states, including New Mexico, have a statute of limitation for suing debtors. This means that if you have outstanding debt, there is a certain time frame when the creditor must take legal action against you, and once that time has elapsed you can no longer be sued.
If you’re one of the millions of people in this country struggling with debt, then you may have had the unfortunate experience of having to deal with a junk debt buyer.
For most people, discussing financial matters is very personal and sensitive. Be sure that you are comfortable communicating with your attorney. For your attorney to do a good job, you’ll need to have a frank and honest discussion about your finances
Even if your employer does find out about your bankruptcy, it is against the law for your employer to discriminate against an employee who has filed for bankruptcy. The U.S. Bankruptcy code, which is a federal law, specifically outlines many situations where discrimination against people who have filed for bankruptcy is prohibited.