There are several paths that Kentucky residents can take to end their marriages. For some, traditional litigation in the courts of the state will accomplish their goal of divorcing and help them resolve their existing conflicts. However, others may wish to find more...
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How long does Chapter 13 bankruptcy take?
Is your debt keeping you up night? Look into bankruptcy protection. Filing may be a hassle, but the proper bankruptcy strategy can help you free yourself from a dire financial situation. You may be eligible for Chapter 13 bankruptcy, also known as the Wage Earner’s...
Experts see significant rise in bankruptcy filings coming soon
With the current health situation, Kentucky residents and people throughout the nation have had a host of concerns. Job loss and medical expenses have been worrisome, but surprisingly, there has not been a commensurate rise in bankruptcy filings. This could easily be...
Specific workers’ compensation benefits to help Kentucky workers
Workers’ compensation can help injured workers, and workers suffering from an occupational illness, get through the challenges they face associated with obtaining the medical care and treatment they need and supporting themselves and their families while they recover...
Divorce among older adults is on the rise
According to the National Center for Family & Marriage Research at Bowling Green University, the divorce rate in the United States dropped 29 percent from 1979 to 2017. However, older couples are not the ones responsible for this 40-year low. In fact, the divorce...
How does child support work in Kentucky?
Kentucky requires both you and the other parent to support your child financially, regardless of where the child lives most of the time. State child support guidelines review detailed financial information and other factors to determine a fair monthly payment amount....
Does getting workers’ comp impact Social Security disability?
Kentucky residents who are injured or become ill on the job and are approved for workers’ compensation benefits might also be eligible to receive Social Security disability. Knowing they will be financially compensated and have medical care while they are unable to...
What happens to my debt if I decide to divorce?
When a couple in Kentucky is divorcing, one of their concerns may be who gets the family home, automobiles and other pieces of property accumulated during the course of their marriage. However, property division does not just include assets. Decisions will also have...
Why do I need a Social Security Disability attorney?
While a Social Security Disability claimant is not required to hire a licensed attorney, it is highly recommended for several reasons. The Social Security Disability process is a long, daunting one that can have claimants walk out of a hearing room more uncertain...
Don’t underestimate the Chapter 7 means test
It doesn’t take a lot these days to find yourself in financial trouble. The sudden onset of an unexpected medical condition, the loss of a job, and other unexpected expenses like home repairs can leave you struggling to make ends meet. Many people in the Owensboro...