Debt usually doesn’t break down the door all at once. Instead, it creeps in with one expense here and another purchase there. Before you know it, you’re drowning in debt. Or maybe you still don’t realize it. American households shared a record $13.21 trillion in debt...
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What happens if I can’t qualify for Chapter 7 bankruptcy?
When your debt has become overwhelming, you look for any way to get some relief. Despite your well-paying job, unexpected bills come up, and you can find yourself unable to pay off your creditors. But when you consider your options, you may worry that your income...
Four bad habits of teenage drivers
As your child gets older, you start to prepare for having a teen driver in the house. While your child may be excited to have the freedom of a license, you worry about accidents that can happen on the road. Without the experience you have, your teenager may develop...
Not hiring a lawyer after a crash could leave your case a wreck
A car accident can leave you reeling. It can be hard to know where to turn, what your first step should be or what your responsibilities are. But you don’t have to do it alone. An experienced personal injury lawyer may already have answers to questions you don’t even...
Injury alone doesn’t qualify you for disability
Your family relies on you for support, but you’ve been unable to work because of your health. You were hoping for some help from the government, but you may have to reapply if you don’t make a strong enough case. The Social Security Administration (SSA) denies 65% of...
What are the most common workplace safety hazards?
You might not work in an industry that is known to be dangerous, such as construction, law enforcement or healthcare. However, anyone can be injured on the job, whether they deliver mail, serve food or work in an office. You and other Georgia residents may protect...
Could an injury settlement stop my SSI benefits?
If you receive supplemental security income, you probably know that there are income level requirements. Various types of income might qualify for calculating whether you are eligible for SSI. Some Georgia residents who accept personal injury settlements or receive...
How do people get paid for injuries?
Whether you were to receive money from a personal injury claim or a workers' compensation action, you could have options on how you access your funds. In Georgia, two of the most common options are called structured settlements and lump sum payments. Understanding how...
Why choosing the wrong doctor may deny you compensation
After sustaining an injury at the workplace, you may want to go to your personal doctor for medical treatment. Naturally, people feel comfortable going to a doctor they know and trust. Unfortunately, you might be in for a nasty surprise if you try to get your medical...
What will you give up if you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy?
When debt overwhelms a Georgia consumer, he or she may have to deal with things such as phone calls from creditors, constant hounding from debt collectors and the stress that comes from financial struggles. A person facing this type of situation may feel hopeless and...
