A debt situation could become so overwhelming that paying off obligations appears impossible. Filing for bankruptcy becomes a strategy the debtor may find necessary. Each bankruptcy case comes with its unique particulars, and some may find Chapter 7 preferable....
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The importance of hiring an estate planning attorney
Ideally, you'll hire a Pennsylvania estate planning attorney to help with the process of drafting a will, trust or other plan documents. Furthermore, it may be in your best interest to have an attorney review those documents at least once per year. Attorneys can...
Bankruptcy might include student loan debt soon
Many people in Pennsylvania are still making payments on student loan debt that they acquired more than 10 years ago. Big universities can run people into massive debt that is difficult to repay even with a high-paying job. If you have other debt besides student...
Choosing between chapter 7 and chapter 13
Most Pennsylvanian residents do not want to be in a position where they have to file for bankruptcy. They want to feel financially stable without help from others or to depend on the legal system for guidance. However, the bankruptcy process helps millions of...
Addressing the problem of parental alienation
Divorce is an emotional time, especially if you’re a parent. Ideally, parents would be able to set their personal feelings aside for the greater good of their children. The reality is that human relationships are messy. Sometimes, one parent may negatively influence a...
Updating your will is essential
You have heard the stories about friends, relatives and celebrities who failed to create estate plans, leading to avoidable legal imbroglios. With confidence, you kick back and relax, knowing you have a thorough estate plan that includes a detailed will. You prepared,...
Alternatives to business bankruptcy
Countless factors can lead a business to experience financial difficulties. From the increased cost of materials to an expensive workforce to other economic factors beyond their control, business owners can witness the slow decline of their profitability. While the...
U.S. credit card debt goes below $1 trillion for first time since 2017
Credit card debt is one of the hardest to repay bills for millions of Americans. After losing your job or another financial catastrophe, paying for everything with your credit cards may be your only option. The bills spiral past what you can afford. The interest...
What are my visitation and custody rights as a father?
Maybe the mother of your child isn’t letting you see your child. Or perhaps you’d just like to legally declare paternity in case you separate from your partner one day. Thankfully, in Pennsylvania, unmarried fathers have every right to raise and spend time with their...
Rebuilding your credit after bankruptcy
While bankruptcy may give you relief from your debt now, there may still be a long road ahead of you. Rebuilding your credit can be an essential way to get your finances back on track. Your credit after bankruptcy After you have filed for bankruptcy, the filing will...