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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 »
Four Tips for Negotiating a Debt Settlement
Everyone takes on some form of debt at some point in their life. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for people to take on too much debt and then find they are unable to repay it. If you are in this situation, you may be able to negotiate a debt settlement. This means negotiating with… Read More »
How Do Removal Proceedings Work?
The terms ‘removal proceedings’ and ‘deportation’ are sometimes used interchangeably because they do essentially mean the same thing. In 1996, however, the term ‘decoration’ was replaced with ‘removal proceedings’ in the Immigration and Nationality Act. The change was intended to make the process sound more administrative in nature, and less punitive. Below, our Florida… Read More »
The Pros and Cons of Debt Settlement Agreements
If you have a high amount of debt that you are struggling to repay, you may have already considered debt settlement. A debt settlement agreement is negotiated with your creditors to help you pay off unsecured debt. The creditor agrees to accept an amount lower than the total amount you owe, while you agree… Read More »
Understanding the Means Test in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
When filing bankruptcy, there is not one solution that is right for everyone. Chapter 7 bankruptcy allows you to discharge, or eliminate, all or most of your unsecured debts. This makes Chapter 7 a very attractive option for debtors because they are no longer responsible for their debt. However, because Chapter 7 allows you… Read More »
