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What Types of Debt are Eligible for Settlement?
If you have debt you cannot repay, you may have heard about debt settlement. However, you may not understand what it entails or what types of debt are eligible for resettlement. It is important to fully understand what debt settlement is and whether the debt you are carrying is eligible to be settled before… Read More »
Important Things to Know About the K-1 Visa
With a K-1 visa, a foreign fiancé of a citizen of the United States can enter the U.S. and get married within 90 days of entry. K-1 visas are nonimmigrant visas. This means foreign nationals can remain in the country on a temporary basis but they do not provide lawful permanent residency. However, after… Read More »
What are the Wage Garnishment Laws in Florida?
Wage attachments, more commonly referred to as wage garnishments, are legal orders that require an employer to withhold a certain amount of money from an employee’s paycheck and send it directly to the creditor that obtained the order. There are many laws in Florida that govern wage garnishments and different rules apply to different… Read More »
What to Expect at the 341 Hearing in Bankruptcy
If you file bankruptcy, you will have to attend a 341 hearing, more commonly referred to as the meeting of creditors. This meeting is between you, the bankruptcy trustee, and the creditors that provided the debt you are trying to discharge or reorganize. This hearing can be intimidating, particularly if you have never been… Read More »
How the Length of a Marriage Affects Alimony
Alimony, sometimes also referred to as spousal support, is a contentious issue in many contested divorce cases. When a lower-earning spouse requires financial support after a divorce, a judge will often award them alimony. The higher-earning spouse is then required to make payments on a regular basis to provide the necessary financial support. Family… Read More »
What is an H-1B Visa?
The H-1B visa program has an important role in the country’s economy, as it allows American companies to hire skilled foreign workers in specialized occupations. Whether you are a foreigner looking for work in the United States, or you are an employer searching for top talent, it is critical that you understand the H-1B… Read More »
Debt Consolidation vs. Debt Settlement
If you are struggling with a significant amount of debt that you are not able to repay, you have many options. While bankruptcy can provide some relief and clean your financial slate, it should always be a last resort. Prior to filing, you may also consider debt consolidation or debt settlement. Many people use… Read More »
What is Chapter 12 Bankruptcy?
In recent years, there has been a lot of attention on Chapter 12 bankruptcies throughout the United States. In 2019, the Family Farmer Relief Act was enacted. The Act was intended to help more family farmers restructure and reorganize their debt after years of poor economic conditions and low commodity processes in agriculture. Below,… Read More »
Frequently Asked Questions About Child Support in Tampa
When two parents break up or divorce, one party is typically ordered by the courts to pay child support. Child support is meant to pay for the financial responsibilities associated with raising and caring for a child. Many parents are unaware of how child support is calculated, which parent is awarded child support, what… Read More »
Who Qualifies for Asylum in the United States?
Asylum is essentially asking the United States government to allow you to remain in the country if you fear returning to your home country because of harm. People who are seeking asylum can file an application with the U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services (USCIS) to grant them that protection. Asylum seekers can remain in… Read More »
