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Tips for New York Homeowners Facing Foreclosure

Foreclosure: it can be a terrifying word. It means you are behind with your mortgage payments to the point of being at risk for losing your home. If you find yourself facing foreclosure, don't panic. There are ways to move past this hurdle and stay in your home.

New Year, New Start: Life After Bankruptcy in New York

Having to file for bankruptcy is not the end of the world. In fact, it's quite the opposite. Bankruptcy is your opportunity to regain control of your finances and redirect yourself and your money toward a better future.

Mortgages After Bankruptcy in New York

Credit card debt. Bills piling up. Filing for bankruptcy. Bankruptcy proceedings. Destroyed credit. Foreclosure. All of these things can take a toll on a person, not just financially, but emotionally and legally.

Medical Marijuana Organizations in California

Medical marijuana cooperatives and collectives in California.

Indirect & Direct Illinois Child Support Payments

One of the greatest and most obvious concerns newly divorced parents have is in regards to their children. Divorce proceedings can be time-consuming, expensive, emotional, and very difficult on a family.

New Illinois Domestic Violence Law

The Illinois legislature has recently taken critical, necessary steps to ensure the safety of women suffering from domestic violence.

New Proposals for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy from the American Business Institute

This year, Chapter 11 bankruptcy is getting an overhaul. These changes are designed to make filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy easier for businesses.

Illinois Divorce Tips for New Beginnings in the New Year

January marks a new beginning for all of us: new year, new goals, new life. On the flip side, January is also historically the month where the most divorces are filed. This article offers some tips for those faced with divorce this new year.

Divorce Tips for Dads in Connecticut

Going through a divorce can be challenging, especially as a parent. This article offers some divorce tips for fathers in Connecticut.

The Effects of Brain Injuries on Children

The effects of a brain injury can be far more devastating in a child than in an adult patient. This is because a child's brain is still developing until age 25. An injury sustained by a still-developing brain can stall or even completely stunt the brain's growth.

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