Monthly Archives: May 2026
Misconceptions About Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy: just the thought of it gives you the heebie-jeebies. You’re worried about getting an awful credit rating, losing your possessions, and becoming the laughingstock of the neighborhood. But instead of letting your thoughts run away with you, getting some basic information about the realities of bankruptcy may bring you a little relief. With… Read More »
New Federal Sentencing Guidelines
Federal sentencing guidelines have been updated and took effect in late 2025, with a focus on resolving circuit splits, streamlining procedures related to sentencing, and giving judges more discretion by promoting the idea of sentencing based on individual situations, as well as by revising various other sentencing rules. The Guidelines Manual is now available… Read More »
Job Loss and Domestic Violence
If your family has been impacted by the stress of a job loss, you may be struggling with financial obligations, emotional stress, and the frustration of a breadwinner who can no longer provide for the family. All of this can add up to another serious problem in your family: domestic violence. According to research,… Read More »
Bankruptcy and Credit Card Debt
Are you buried in debt due to credit card usage? If so, you’re not alone! Americans have accrued nearly $1.3 trillion in credit card debt and are paying interest rates around 21 percent. With rates like that, making minimum payments each month barely touches the balance owed, leaving borrowers feeling overwhelmed and powerless. At… Read More »