Bankruptcy filings are steadily declining across the nation; in fact, 2013 saw a 12.6% decrease in individual bankruptcies over the previous year. The 2014 numbers reflect only about three bankruptcies for every 1,000 people in the country, the lowest rate since 1990. While these numbers reflect the dropping unemployment rate, they also may indicate more people are choosing alternatives to bankruptcy. Bankruptcy may be the right decision for you, but before committing to it, consider the following options.
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You got into a fight with another person, and then you were arrested and charged with assault and battery. Now what should you do? If you've never been involved in a situation like this before, it can be pretty scary and confusing. The first thing you should do is educate yourself on what an assault and battery charge is. Then, you need to hire an experienced criminal defense lawyer who will walk you through the rest of the process of dealing with your charges.
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When you are going through and planning your estate, you might be wondering what are some of the best ways to protect your personal property. Asset protection is one of the most highly valued parts of a good estate plan. One of the best ways to protect your personal property is to create LLCs. Here is what you need to know about personal LLCs.
What Is A LLC?
An LLC is a limited liability company.
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Chapter 7 bankruptcy was designed to help the individual consumer who is in significant debt to get a fresh start at life. The first step is to discuss this option over with a lawyer. The next step is to file, as soon as you can. The thought of bankruptcy can be overwhelming for some people, who may sit on the paperwork for a long time. You gain many benefits from just filing for bankruptcy, so take advantage of the opportunity.
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