Chapter 7 bankruptcy is a type of bankruptcy which clears away majority of unsecured debts. Also known as liquidation or straight bankruptcy, it allows people that are behind on their bills and don’t have any means to afford living expenses and monthly payments to reset their finances. However, the filing
Chapter 11 bankruptcy process is designed to enable struggling businesses to maximize their return to owners and creditors after restructuring their finances. If you don’t qualify for Chapter 13 or 7, you can always file Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Attorneys at SBEMP (Slovak, Baron, Empey, Murphy & Pinkney) law firm provides
Bankruptcy Law People considering bankruptcy usually want to know how much it costs. The cost of bankruptcy may seem high, especially when money is tight. You should be aware of attorney’s fee, filing fees, and the cost of filing with an attorney versus on your own. You should also draw
Majority of people think that one of the spouse’s is legally required to change their last name for matching that of their spouse following their marriage. This is not the case anymore. Everyone is free to keep their name, hyphenate with a spouse’s name, take the name of their spouse,
Child Abuse Law It can be scary to report child abuse. This is especially if you are completely sure that the abuse took place. However, it is important that you report whatever you have heard or seen if you suspect any of it. You owe this to the child and
Legal rights and freedoms relating to reproduction and reproductive health Reproductive rights involve an individual’s legal ability for making decisions about when and whether to have children. This is also known as reproductive autonomy. According to this right, everyone has the power of law to make choices regarding pregnancy and
Personal Injury Law Personal injury plaintiffs bring forth lawsuits that play on the defendant’s negligence. The plaintiff in most cases is required to prove negligence through a preponderance of evidence. They need to prove the defendant’s duty, breach of duty, damages, and actual or proximate cause. The elements of negligence
Products Liability Law Product liability lawsuits refer to lawsuits brought by consumers against anyone participating in the chain of manufacturing. This includes the manufacturer of components and the manufacturer responsible for assembling the complete item. In certain cases, it also includes the retail storeowner. The lawsuits are often concerned with
Child Injury Law Catastrophic or fatal injuries to a child can bring devastation on the entire family. A majority of injuries to children are because of negligence. Generally, teenagers and children are at a higher risk of serious injuries in connection with bus accidents, car accidents, defective toys, fireworks and