Monthly Archives: March 2016
For-Profit Colleges Often Lead to Major Student Loan Debt
Student loan debt is a major problem for many Florida college students. Student loan debt can be especially worrisome if you are a student of a private, for-profit college. Many Florida residents turn to for-profit schools because they are unable to obtain postsecondary or vocational education through more traditional colleges. But for-profit schools often… Read More »
Domestic Violence Charges No Excuse for Taking Judicial Shortcuts
If you have been accused of domestic violence, you have the same rights as anyone else accused of a crime. It is not enough for an accuser to present unsubstantiated allegations. Before granting a domestic violence protection order, a judge must determine there is “competent, substantial evidence” supporting the accusation. You also have a… Read More »
How an Automatic Stay Protects Debtors in Bankruptcy Cases
An “AUTOMATIC STAY” or freeze on all collection activity is triggered the moment you or your business files a petition for bankruptcy. This is a court order for ALL creditors, or their representatives to immediately cease collection activities. If they fail to do so they must explain why they violated the automatic stay to… Read More »