Spinal cord injuries, also known as SCIs, can be life-altering, causing long-term disability and significant medical challenges. Identifying the signs of an SCI is a step you should take after an accident. Learning some of the primary indications of a spinal cord...
Overcoming Personal and Legal Challenges
Overcoming Personal and Legal Challenges
Year: 2023
Divorcing when you own a business together
According to Statista, close to four in every thousand people in Alabama get divorced each year. Divorce is almost always a challenging process, but this is especially true when spouses own a business together. Couples must navigate specific rules and considerations...
How Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies differ
When someone in Alabama faces overwhelming debt, he or she may decide to file for Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy. Both options give indebted individuals a chance at a fresh financial start. However, they operate differently. Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Chapter 7...
How can I manage my credit card debt?
Households throughout the country are struggling to make ends meet. The average debt has increased and, according to a recent survey, most families maintain a credit card balance well over $10,000. According to that same survey, 56% of Americans report that they have...
Is a living trust right for you?
An estate plan helps ensure a smooth transfer of assets to your beneficiaries after your passing. As you build your estate plan, consider how a living trust could help you meet your asset protection needs. Understanding the benefits and drawbacks of a living trust can...
Misconceptions about filing for personal bankruptcy
When facing overwhelming debt, you might want to consider personal bankruptcy as a potential solution. Many misconceptions surround this option, so it is helpful to separate fact from fiction before deciding if bankruptcy is the right path for you. Myth: Bankruptcy...
How can bankruptcy protect retirement accounts?
If you feel so buried under debt that you want to use your 401(k) to pay your outstanding amounts, there are good reasons to avoid this option. For one thing, you would deplete your retirement savings and expose yourself to financial ruin. The good news is that filing...
Phone use and other examples of distracted driving
Many distracted driving incidents involve the use of phones behind the wheel, such as a driver sending or reading messages, finding music, watching a video or checking various types of information. However, it is crucial for drivers to understand that many other...
Tips to avoid common bankruptcy mistakes
Despite its widespread recognition, bankruptcy is also misunderstood. There are many misconceptions and myths about bankruptcy that can lead to costly mistakes when you decide to file. Learning the facts about the most common bankruptcy mistakes can help you protect...
How may I keep my home after a divorce filing in Alabama?
If you bought your home after your wedding date and before you or your spouse filed for divorce, Alabama law considers it marital property. Both spouses may claim an equitable or fair share of property purchased during the marriage. Before a judge decides how to...