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Chapter 13 bankruptcy is a form of personal bankruptcy available to most individuals who are struggling with overwhelming debt. This process provides an opportunity to reorganize their debts and to pay them down in manageable installments over a specific period of...
The average working adult, especially if they have young children, won't have enough time in the day to take care of all of their responsibilities. They will often prioritize finishing an emergency work project or doing the day's dishes over getting a full night's...
If you are a homeowner in West Virginia who is struggling with debt and considering filing for bankruptcy, you may be worried about losing the family home. However, depending on your situation, you may be able to keep it if you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Home...
Most West Virginia drivers are aware of laws that prohibit the operation of a motor vehicle if the driver is under the influence of alcohol or has Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) in excess of 0.15%. These same drivers usually do not understand the legal power of a police...
A divorce is possibly the last thing someone can think of when they are getting married, but things change. Irreconcilable differences and other grounds can lead to a divorce. If this is your case, you should be informed about matters concerning divorce, property...
When things go awry in your relationship and you're served with a protective order, it can be frustrating, especially if it's preventing you from seeing your children. In West Virginia, someone can seek a restraining order to protect themselves or minor children from...
Deciding to file for bankruptcy is a major financial decision that you should not make lightly. People sometimes put off filing for bankruptcy for many reasons, when bankruptcy could be the best option. Why people do not file You might worry that bankruptcy will...
Sometimes you get a choice of taking a route through town or another through the countryside. Maybe, like many people, you make your decisions on speed or the views along the way, but have you ever thought about basing it on safety? A lot of people feel safer on rural...
The Constitution guarantees the right to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures. At its most basic, this right protects West Virginians against police searching your property or person without a warrant or other legal basis. If police conduct a search in...
A drug offense can mean major hardship for those who are convicted of wrongdoing. Even simple possession offenses can result in a lifetime criminal record that will influence what jobs and educational opportunities someone can pursue. Despite a growing body of...