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The umbrella of bankruptcy protects different types of debtors and their assets. Bankruptcy under Chapter 7 eliminates debt through a liquidation, or selling off, of assets. Court-appointed trustees take possession and distribute proceeds to creditors. Though...
When you suffer serious injuries in a car accident, your recovery and healing process is often long and arduous. Most car accident victims must take some time off work while they recuperate. Missed time from work can quickly add up Even after you recover enough to...
You and your spouse are thinking about divorce, and the most complicated situation that has arisen is that you are not sure what to do with your home. It seems easy to divide the financial assets that you have – bank accounts, investments, etc – but you’re not sure...
The holidays are meant to be a time of joy and celebration, as we spend time with family and friends and take a break from our daily lives. Unfortunately, sometimes incidents of domestic violence increase over the holiday season. This problem is not unique to West...
The stigma of being accused of a sex crime is horrendous. The accusation alone can permanently damage your reputation. But in our judicial system, in every state of the union, an individual is innocent until proven guilty. If accused, every single person is entitled...
Many West Virginia residents struggle every day with a drug or alcohol addiction. These addictions can negatively affect several areas of life. Addictions can cause people to lose jobs, relationships and their homes. Drugs and alcohol often affect our behavior and can...
If you are accused of a sex crime in West Virginia, especially a crime involving a child, it can impact your life forever. Your reputation in your community can greatly suffer for many years to come even if the charges are dropped or you are found not guilty. Still,...
Deciding to file a lawsuit against someone is a big step. Disputes can arise in many different types of situations. You may have tried everything possible to resolve the dispute yourself but could not. If you have never been in court before, the litigation process can...
As the holiday season approaches, you might be worried about being able to afford gifts and other holiday-related events after you have completed a Chapter 13 bankruptcy. While a Chapter 7 bankruptcy discharges your qualifying debts, a Chapter 13 bankruptcy allows you...
As readers of this blog know, we speak about the effects of personal injuries on those who suffer their ill consequences. In a recent post, we posted about the mental health effects of car accidents, and in this blog post, we will focus on another hidden injury,...
