FAMILY LAW | BANKRUPTCY | REAL ESTATE
When dealing with debt collectors, you may find yourself in some tricky situations. While most debt collectors will approach the situation with integrity, some may still try to cut corners or take illegal actions to get their way. Debt collector misrepresentation is...
Chapter 7 bankruptcy represents an opportunity for people to start over when their finances and debt have become unmanageable. Despite this, AP News reports that fewer than 1% of American households file for bankruptcy each year, likely due to fears surrounding the...
If you and your spouse have decided to end your marriage, you will focus on spending time with your children and helping them to adapt following the divorce. Part of the divorce proceedings will include creating an effective parenting plan to achieve your goals and...
It is common for divorced parents to share custody of children. In these cases, it is usually accepted that both parents should share in the decision-making process when it comes to their children's healthcare. However, what happens when the parents do not agree?...
Those in the U.S. have the option of picking from six chapters of bankruptcy, depending on their circumstances. In general, consumers are most familiar with Chapter 7 bankruptcy and Chapter 13 bankruptcy, the most commonly filed ones. There is a third kind individuals...
Because they offer a path toward debt forgiveness, Chapter 7 bankruptcy filings can appeal to many people struggling with the burden of debt. However, in order to qualify for this specific bankruptcy filing, you must pass a test known as the means test. What is the...
Parents divorcing in New Jersey must come up with a custody arrangement that serves the child's best interests while preserving each parent's right to parenting time. Generally, the court considers the parent of primary residence as the parent who has more than 50% of...
When you file for bankruptcy, you can keep certain assets while still qualifying for debt discharge. In New Jersey, you can choose to use either the state or federal property exemptions. If you struggle with mounting debt and live in New Jersey, review the types of...
You and your spouse have more than one option when it comes to determining how to divide the family home fairly in your divorce. What you will be dividing is the equity, so each of you should hire an appraiser to place a value on the real estate. Your next move...
Personal bankruptcy comes in two types: Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. When deciding on which petition to file, a New Jersey resident may wish to learn more about the requirements for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. As noted by Kiplinger magazine, the court may eliminate some...
