No one want to file bankruptcy, no matter how bad it looks. Fortunately there are options. We always look at the option of a “workout” if possible. A “workout” is simply a negotiated agreement (out-of-court) between the debtor and the creditor for repayment of the debt held by the creditor.
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Pope Francis Makes Annulment Easier and Free
Annulments legally make the marriage like it never happened. Annulment grounds are limited to fraud, bigamy and insanity. There are specific legal tests to meet these criteria. Either the husband or the wife may apply to the Court for the annulment of a marriage.
Separation vs Divorce
Before we get into this article, let’s point out that this discussion may or may not pertain to your situation and that we strongly advise you to get a professional opinion pertinent to your case!
Adultery and Divorce
Adultery is defined as a spouse having a sexual relationship outside the marriage. Although it is often a cause of the divorce, it generally has little impact on the legal proceeding.
Bankruptcy Fraud – Don’t Do It!
Bankruptcy fraud is a white-collar crime that takes four general forms.
Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA)
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act was established to protect consumers from abusive debt collection practices.
Marriage and Divorce Statistics Don’t Always Tell The Whole Story
Marriage has been considered as a symbol of the formation of the family unit for a very long time. However, the trends in this family formation based on marriage and divorce statistics doesn’t always tell the whole story. There are legal alternatives to marriage now that have become more popular.
Student Loan Debt
Debt is never a happy subject. And if you have student loan debt, you are all too aware of the feeling of helplessness of being in debt. Unlike almost every other kind of debt, student loan debt can almost never be removed from your life except to pay it back.
Legal Consultation: Benefits and Expectations
A legal consultation is a conference between yourself and an attorney. The purpose is to briefly discuss your case to determine whether the attorney is the right person for the job. It also acts as a foundation of a relationship between you and the attorney.
How to avoid Breach of Contract?
The legal definition of breach of contract is: failing to perform any term of a contract, written or oral, without a legitimate legal excuse.