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Find Out How a Cleveland, Ohio Bankruptcy Attorney Can Help You

Caitlyn Obolsky, Esq. — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 17:05:28 +0000

Facing Bankruptcy? A Cleveland, Ohio Bankruptcy Attorney Can Help

Bankruptcy is a legal process which results in a declaration that an individual or organization is unable to pay its creditors or debts. Bankruptcy filings are mostly regulated by federal laws. The validity of bankruptcy claims and exemptions are governed by state law, and can [...]

Wall Street Occupation Hitting Home? LawInfo Banking Law Resources

Caitlyn Obolsky, Esq. — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 15:31:43 +0000

Answers to Your Banking Law Questions

Being involved in legal issues that involve finances can be daunting. You may wonder whether the banking professional truly has your best interests in mind, or whether the banking decisions you make will have legal implications, especially regarding taxes, or other financial infrastructures. Answers to some questions you may [...]

Chris Tucker of Rush Hour Fame Faces Home Foreclosure – What Went Wrong?

Chris Blankinship, Esq. — Fri, 14 Oct 2011 19:00:08 +0000

The markets today opened strong on positive numbers from the Commerce Department that showed September retails sales were up. The Apple’s new iPhone 4S is now available, Google’s earnings are through the roof, and consumer confidence may be making a rebound. However, the news isn’t good for everyone – Actor Chris Tucker of the Rush Hour [...]

Bankruptcy in New Jersey: The New Jersey Judiciary Foreclosure Mediation Program

Sarah Lindquist, Esq. — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 15:48:37 +0000

If you are going through or anticipate going through foreclosure proceedings in New Jersey, you may be able to request mediation which may allow you to avoid declaring bankruptcy. In an effort to help [...]

How Can a New Jersey Bankruptcy Attorney Help me with my Chapter 7 Case?

Sarah Lindquist, Esq. — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 15:48:24 +0000

Hiring a competent New Jersey bankruptcy attorney is highly recommended to assist with Chapter 7 bankruptcy issues. While it is possible to file a bankruptcy case without the assistance of an attorney, it is extremely difficult to do so successfully because the relief available to you, the obligations [...]

What Happens When A Company Declares Bankruptcy?

Mark Sweet, Esq — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 16:35:58 +0000

Recently, Harry & David (the mail-order food company) declared for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy protection. They are far from the first company to face tough times and declare bankruptcy, but what exactly is Chapter 11 Bankruptcy and how is it different from Chapter 7 or 13?

What Is Chapter 11 Bankruptcy?

Unlike Chapter [...]

Bankrupt Crystal Cathedral: An Hour Without Power?

Mark Sweet, Esq — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 16:21:23 +0000

Recently, the Crystal Cathedral, a megachurch in Orange County, well known for broadcasting the “Hour of Power” to over 1 million people in over 150 countries, has filed for Chatper 11 bankruptcy. The church was originally started by Rev. Robert Shuller in a rented drive-in movie theater in 1955. However, the Cathedral [...]

Banks Suing For $100,000s From Previously Foreclosed Homeowners

Mark Sweet, Esq — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 18:56:35 +0000

By Mark Sweet, ESQ

Today, the reality is that many people are walking away from their homes at record rates. Many people will either go into foreclosure or try a short sale. In a shot sale, the common understanding is that the bank will accept a bid for less than the house [...]

Practice Management Solutions: Is Your Website a Billboard in the Desert? Think SEO!

Senior Editor — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:57:06 +0000

By: LISA R. WILSON

For every attorney in America, it is likely his or her firm’s credentials, areas practiced, and contact information is available online—whether through legal directories or most likely, personal websites.

Having a customized website is an important first step to increase the visibility of your firm by advertising who you are, [...]

Need some legal advice? How to find the right attorney for your case.

Lindsey O'Neil, Esq. — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 22:08:48 +0000

By: LINDSEY O’NEILL, ESQ.

Being caught in the middle of a legal matter can be stressful, frustrating and confusing, to say the least. If you don’t know what kind of lawyer you need, or how to find a good one, then you might procrastinate… or totally stick your head in the sand. That’s because lawsuits [...]