The percentage of seniors filing for bankruptcy is still much lower than for younger people, but about 18% of the people filing for bankruptcy protection are over 65. This is a significant increase. Fifteen years ago, only about 2% of seniors filed for bankruptcy. The...
Short sales are those done for less than the amount owed on the mortgage, and they are usually used to help homeowners stop foreclosure. A short sale comes with certain emotional, financial and legal disadvantages for buyers and sellers, which will be discussed below....
If it gets to a point in your career where you can no longer work due to pain, serious illness, or other disability, it may be time to file for disability. If you want to file for disability, you must have a significant working history all of which are covered by...
Let’s face it, the mere fact that accidents are fairly common does not detract from the pain, as well as, the confusion that can be a direct result from an accident or when you or one of your loved one are injured. As you are deciding whether you want to protect your...
If you are selling a house in New York, the team of people helping you should always include a Real Estate Lawyer in Brooklyn NY. While the real estate agent is the one who helps a buyer find the perfect home for the situation, a real estate lawyer is there to make...