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How Do I Qualify for Disability Benefits?
If a person is unable to work due to an injury or medical condition, they may be eligible to receive Social Security disability benefits. The person must suffer from a permanent medical, psychiatric, or psychological…
Dealing with Workers’ Compensation Claims During the Holidays
The holiday season is a busy time for everyone, and perhaps the last thing we want to deal with is an injury on the job. However, if an injury does occur, the employee should report…
Strategies for Avoiding Holiday Debt
Pressure to spend more than we can afford can be a strong temptation during the holiday season. We all want to enjoy the festivities and take care of family and friends on our gift list….
Beware of Debt Collections Phone Scams
Identifying a Phone Scam Someone calls and leaves an urgent voicemail with a call back number and a vague message about owing money or unpaid taxes. Arrest or legal action may be implied if this…
Is Credit Counseling Required in Bankruptcy?
All people who are filing for personal bankruptcy protection will be required by law to attend credit counseling courses. Two types of classes are necessary – credit counseling and debtor education. They cannot be taken…
5 Tips for Managing Credit Card Debt Before Bankruptcy
Credit cards are exceptionally easy to break out and pay for items that we want or need. Unfortunately, a little too easy. Many people are faced with credit card debt that seems insurmountable. Once the…
Does Bankruptcy Eliminate All Debt?
Bankruptcy eliminates debts that are classified as dischargeable. These can vary but may include credit card debt, other unsecured loans, medical bills, some auto accident bills, unpaid utility bills, and unpaid rent. Other debts are…
Four Important Things to Know About Workers’ Compensation in Georgia
Workers’ Compensation is a program the provides benefits to workers who are injured on the job. Georgia law requires companies that employ more than three workers to have Workers’ Compensation insurance. Employees are covered under…
What Can I Do About Wage Garnishment?
A wage garnishment occurs when a court orders a portion of a person’s earnings to be withheld to satisfy a debt. When your wages are being garnished, the payroll department at your job will calculate…
Out with the Old! New Companies Forcing Companies Out
New, successful ventures are on the rise this year – and so are the older brands and companies getting ousted because of them. Here are the businesses teetering on the brink or getting ready to…