When you cosign to help your friend or family member out of jail, you’re taking on a lot of responsibility. Media makes the situation seem easy, and cut-and-dry, but there’s more to being the cosigner than just offering money or property on another’s behalf. You’re On the Hook You already know you’re on the hook, but do you know the extent? Securing the bond is great for the person you’re securing it for, but there’s more.…
Read More »For many people, it is tough to make enough money to pay bills. If you have had a setback due to a medical problem or if you did not live within your means, you may be a bit of financial distress. Unfortunately, it is very easy for this to escalate month by month, making the debt become larger with time. Here are some ways you can try to get a handle on your debt problems in an attempt to get bills paid, avoiding bankruptcy in the process:…
Read More »For many chemical processes, understanding the true potential of exposure is an ongoing mission. The only certainty in many chemicals is that side effects can happen if given enough exposure and a lack of treatment. If you’ve been exposed to chemicals by breathing, direct contact, or ingestion, think twice before accepting a standard workers’ compensation agreement or a set settlement amount. The costs can change across your life, and understanding a few negotiating points can help you fight for the treatment you deserve.…
Read More »Have you recently been the driver in an auto accident that lead to the injury or death of another person? Or maybe no one was seriously injured but there was extensive damage to the other party’s vehicle. Either way, you may be looking into your options for a vehicle accident attorney, especially if you are concerned that the case may proceed to court. Hiring a vehicle accident attorney (from Armstrong & Surin or another firm) can be a huge benefit to your case should the other party move forward with a lawsuit.…
Read More »If you get hurt on the job, state law entitles you to benefits to cover your medical expenses and part of your lost wages provided you file a workers’ compensation claim. Still, benefits aren’t always easy to get. With more than 3 million nonfatal workplace accidents and illnesses reported by private industry employers each year, it’s important to know your workers’ compensation rights. That includes knowing what NOT to do when you file a claim.…
Read More »People often turn to personal injury lawyers to help them recover the compensation they are entitled to after being involved in a serious accident. Unfortunately, far too many people underestimate the role that they play in helping this lawyer to be successful in their case. Simply taking a moment to review the information below can help to prevent you from making this same mistake and will ultimately improve your chances of successfully collecting a fair settlement.…
Read More »The real estate market and the state of the economy may seem to be making its way back to some form of stability, but no matter where you live, foreclosed homes can still be found tucked away in neighborhoods and beckoning new owners. At first glance at the price tag for some of those foreclosed properties, it is easy to assume that here lies the potential for a money-saving investment. However, it is all too easy to get yourself in a risky financial situation just by jumping on the sale of a foreclosed property too quickly.…
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