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Student Loans Make Up 42 Percent of Consumer Debt

Student loan debt in the US, now over $1.5 trillion, only continues to grow. With the well-publicized crisis worsening, there seems to be little anyone can do to prevent the issue from escalating.

Court Judgments Granted: The Clock is Ticking!

A late response to a collections lawsuit may be accepted if you have a valid excuse, but in general, you should plan to answer as soon as possible. Failure to do so can result in negative repercussions, as a default judgment will most likely be granted.

December 2018 Visa Bulletin and Adjustment of Status Filing Charts

On November 8, 2018, the U.S. Department of State published the Visa Bulletin for December 2018. The Visa Bulletin for December 2018–like all other visa bulletins–contains final action dates and dates for filing for the family-sponsored and employment-based preference categories for that month.

Defining Economic and Non-Economic Damages in Car Accident Cases

One of the most common misconceptions that car accident attorneys run into is clients thinking that they can only obtain compensation for property damage and medical bills.

Is the Great Recession the Reason for Today’s Student Loan Crisis?

Delinquencies and defaults on student loans are not only damaging to credit; they can lead to collections lawsuits, interception of tax refunds, wage garnishments, and more.

Consumer Debt Topics: When the Collections Lawsuit Escalates

Medical bills are the number one reason for consumers in the US landing in hot water over money matters. If you've used credit cards to pay for co-pays, prescriptions, doctor’s visits, and procedures, you probably maxed out your limit shockingly fast.

WHAT TO DO IF THE FEDS CONTACT YOU!

A PRIMER ON WHAT TO DO IF FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENTS CONTACT YOU!

POLICE AT YOUR HOME-WHAT TO DO!

AN OUTLINE OF WHAT TO DO IF THE POLICE ARE AT YOUR HOME UNINVITED!

So You Didn't Do It-Now What?1

Detailed guide of what to expect if charged with a crime!

Charged with a Crime on a Military Base? Find Out Why Where it Happened Matters

Service-members and their families travel on and off base all the time — to go shopping, visit friends and family, or go to local bars and restaurants. Sometimes those visits can result in criminal charges.

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