Coping With Legal Issues

3 Things You Should Know Before Applying For Disability Benefits

25 April 2017

There are many people who experience some sort of accident, or tragedy so that they are no longer able to work anymore. In this case, they might need disability benefits. These are benefits from the government that are given to people who are considered disabled and unable to work. Although many people receive these benefits, there are strict rules that must be adhered to in order to receive the benefits. Here are some things you need to know about receiving these benefits.

Three Situations In Which You May Qualify For Loss Of Earnings Benefits As Part Of Your Workers Compensation Settlement

25 April 2017

Most states have laws that require workers' compensation insurance companies to compensate accident victims whose injuries cause loss of earnings. If your state has such a provision, then you may be able to get the benefits under these conditions (among others): You Have Returned to Work at A Lower Wage There are many reasons a worker may be paid lower earnings after an injury. For example, you may not qualify for full earnings if you haven't healed completely and can't work at your pre-injury rate.

Can You Prevent A Wage Garnishment?

20 April 2017

Wage garnishment can make it challenging for you to meet your financial obligations each month. Ideally, you should take action before the garnishment is ordered to prevent it. If not, there are still some steps you can take to potentially stop the garnishment after it has started. To help you explore your options, here are some steps you can take before and after the garnishment to prevent the deductions.   Communicate With the Creditor 

4 Things You Should Never Do While Going Through A Divorce

20 April 2017

There is no doubt that going through a divorce can be incredibly difficult and the process can bring out feelings of anger and sadness in the parties involved. But your actions during a divorce can play a big role in how smoothly the divorce process goes. Acting out of anger and spite often backfires and can just cause problems in the long run. If you're planning to get divorced soon, avoid doing the following:

How to Understand a Separation Agreement

20 April 2017

When a marriage has broken down, you might think of separating and potentially divorcing their spouse. While it isn't always necessary to have one written up, you can create an agreement of separation to determine how certain financial obligations will be divided during this time. This agreement can be similar to a divorce decree, except that you are still married, and many couples do get back together and it doesn't always lead to a divorce.

4 Consequences of Not Preparing a Will

20 April 2017

Thinking about the end of your life and drafting a will may not be the most uplifting activities, but they are necessary if you want to provide financial safeguards to your loved ones in case you pass away unexpectedly. Since it is impossible to predict when you will die, it is important to bite the bullet and prepare a will if you have not done so already. It is also a good idea to keep your will current if there are major changes in your personal relationships or financial status.

Is a Living Will Right for You?

19 April 2017

Everyone should plan for the future. Not only should you plan for your retirement, you should also plan for what comes after. There are different ways that you can go about that. One is to create a will. Another is to create a living trust. Most people are familiar with a will, but not everyone is familiar with what a living trust is.  What Is a Living Trust? There are a lot of different kinds of trust.

Is The Seller Automatically Entitled To Earnest Money If The Homebuyer Backs Out?

19 April 2017

When you accept an offer on your home, it is with the expectation that it will result in the home being sold. Unfortunately, the buyer has to sometimes back out of the purchase of a home. When this happens, you could possibly keep the buyer's earnest money as compensation for cancellation of the contract. If you are selling your home, here is what you need to know about keeping the buyer's deposit.