After completing your bankruptcy, it may feel like a giant weight lifted off of you. Over time, your credit score will grow again and you can apply for credit cards again. To have a credit card does have its benefits. Not only can you receive awards for keeping a...
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Year: 2021
Can you tell the severity of your concussion?
Injuries to the head are among the most common in the aftermath of a crash. Traumatic brain injuries may occur, but concussions of varying degrees of severity serve as the biggest potential problem. When deciding what sort of care to seek after a crash, it is...
What should you know about insider trading?
As someone who works with or adjacent to stocks, you have heard the term insider trading before. Even working in a big company that deals with stocks may expose you to this potential issue. However, it is deeply misunderstood and in many cases, even people involved in...
Suspected falsifications on loan applications may lead to charges
Applications for business loans guaranteed by the federal government require a bank officer to verify the applicant's information for accuracy. As noted on the U.S. FDIC website, a bank officer discovering or overlooking a falsified document may lead to a serious...
Scott Peterson requests a new trial
Vetting the members of the jury is an essential part of the legal process. It is especially vital in a murder trial as a bad jury pick could lead to a variety of situations, such as a mistrial or a ruling for a new case. That is what is happening, according to...
What happens to back taxes in Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy?
Debt relief company commercials make eliminating tax debts seem like a breeze. However, the state overseeing your debt or the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) only chooses to discharge tax debt under certain circumstances. Generally, filing for bankruptcy does not...
Could California legalize more types of drugs?
California has been one of the states leading the movement to legalize marijuana for medical and recreational use. The state also seems interested in legalizing other drugs in the future. According to the Mendocino Voice, lawmakers in the state are looking into...
How does physical therapy help after an injury?
It is very common for injuries to require a period of physical therapy. This medical care can assist you with your rehabilitation and healing so that you can get back to normal life. In most cases, it is not optional, so you will want to undergo any prescribed...
Can you rebuild a professional network after criminal charges?
The consequences of illegal behavior in the workplace can have far-reaching effects on your professional reputation. For example, you may have lost the trust and respect of a majority of your professional network. Getting back on your feet and recovering your career...
How does the prosecutor bring formal charges in the federal system?
The federal criminal justice system works a little differently than that at the state level. To begin with, federal prosecutors will rarely pick up a case that they cannot win. They will usually let the state handle the case. If the federal prosecutor looks over your...