There is no such thing as a “Medical Bankruptcy,” however many clients come to our offices asking about this type of bankruptcy. In truth, it is a made up term typically used by non-lawyers to describe a financial hardship caused by medical bills
After a car accident, many drivers fear talking to their insurance carrier. Here are some helpful tips for talking to your insurance provider after a car accident in order to avoid complications.
Does someone have a judgment against you?
You cannot be sent to jail for failing to pay a debt or for having a judgment against you; however, a judgment can greatly affect your financial position. A judgment allows a creditor to garnish wages, garnish bank accounts, or take a lien against property in your name. A judgment lasts for twenty years in the state of Florida and can be renewed for an additional twenty years.
Many people think that in order to file bankruptcy you have to have more liabilities than assets. That’s simply not true and there are many times when filing a bankruptcy – particularly a Chapter 13 – will get you out of a financial mess even when you have assets.
We recently met with a couple who were over $30,000.00 behind on their mortgage payments. At the same time they owned some valuable property with very little debt.
Most of us don't. In fact over 65% of American's over the age of 60 do not yet have a will, trust or any kind of estate plan. Unfortunately, most people tend to procrastinate when it comes to estate planning. Let's face it, deciding who gets your assets when you are gone, and who will manage your assets if you become disabled, are tasks most people would rather ignore. But if you're reading this, you're probably ready to take that first step toward greater peace of mind.
DEATH IS CERTAIN
Disability Happens
Make Your Plan Today!
Please join the Harrison family for a special candlelight dusk memorial to honor and remember the life of our beloved Coach, Mentor & Friend, Cris Harrison. All ages are welcome and invited to attend this memorial, including those children and families that Cris coached over the years.
There will be several guest speakers, including Glen Gimpel, President of Palm City Dolphins and Doug Moreau, family friend and co-worker as well as a few kids that Cris coached.
Miami Herald- Underwater Homeowners Hold Their Breath
By KENNETH R. HARNEY
Under the federal tax code, if a lender forgives mortgage debt as part of a loan modification or other arrangement, that amount will be treated by the IRS as ordinary income and taxed accordingly. Typically the tax bill runs into the tens of thousands of dollars.
Many people think that in order to file bankruptcy you have to have more liabilities than assets. That’s simply not true and there are many times when filing a bankruptcy – particularly a Chapter 13 – will get you out of a financial mess even when you have assets.
We recently met with a couple who were over $30,000.00 behind on their mortgage payments. At the same time they owned some valuable property with very little debt.
The Holiday Season can be one of the most deadliest times of the year for car accidents, especially those involving a drunk driver. Drunk drivers cause about 1/3 of all traffic deaths.
Palm Beach County wants your help to keep their highways and roads safe this holiday season.
According to a recent article written in the Sun Sentinal report an impaired driver and you will receive $100!
Approximately 70,000 workers are injured on the job each year in the state of Florida. If you are injured while on the job do you know your rights and responsibilities?