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His Divorce Lawyer suggested he call me about a bankruptcy to deal with $125,000 in credit card debt. It sounded like a good idea, but there were hidden risks that nobody else had noticed. Although he was a half owner of the former marital residence, and would have...
A cancer diagnosis can have you worrying about more than getting well. Recent studies by the Kaiser Permanente Center for Health Research show that one third of all cancer patients who are below retirement age incur debt because of their treatments. You may be among...
They filed for bankruptcy with another attorney to stop collection efforts on three judgments entered against them. They expected that all judgments were taken care of. Their original attorney never let them know that the judgment had become liens which would survive...
Bankruptcy is a valuable option for those who are drowning in debt and can't see a way out. This debt doesn't just come from being irresponsible. Many Americans deal with overwhelming debt from medical bills after an accident, low wages after a job loss or debts with...
Due to the construction slump, his union furloughed him for a number of months after each job. What types of people seek bankruptcy help? His wife was lucky enough to be able to take pension and annuity loans to fill the gap. But after many years, her four...
To minimize their own risks, banks, credit unions and other lenders are now trying to be gentle with their borrowers at refinance time. They have been offering deals that sound good at first, such as longer terms, lower interests rate, or lower monthly payments. But...
They bought two taxi medallions as a safe investment for retirement, then leased them out. At first, their expectations, based upon actual experiences of their friends were good. The lease payments they received allowed them to to pay the loan they had taken out...
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) was enacted in 1978 to protect consumers from unscrupulous and abusive collection practices. The act limits certain types of actions collectors can take regarding debts they claim you owe. The Act also allows consumers to...
Whether you are a tenant or a landlord in New York City, Brooklyn or Staten Island, the law surrounding rental agreements can be complex and will depend on whether the apartment is unregulated or rent controlled. Rent control Rent control was put into place during the...
Do you have a legal dispute and want to find a quick and inexpensive way to settle it outside of court? Mediation may be your answer. It allows you to maintain complete control over the outcome of your case while increasing your chances of a favorable...
