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How To Stop Debt Collectors From Calling Legally In Georgia

April 22, 2026

Your phone rings before breakfast. It rings again while you're driving to work. Then a voicemail lands with the same urgent tone, followed by a call at your job that leaves you wondering whether your…

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Can You Negotiate Debt Instead of Filing Bankruptcy?

April 21, 2026

TL;DR: Yes, you often can, but it's a strategic choice with serious trade-offs. Debt negotiation usually works best with unsecured debts and enough cash to offer a lump sum, often settling for 40-60% of the…

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Is It Better To File Bankruptcy Before Or After Lawsuit

April 20, 2026

A sheriff’s deputy, process server, or certified letter shows up. You open the envelope and see a complaint, a court name, and a deadline. Your stomach drops because now the debt is no longer just…

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Can I Keep My Tax Refund In Chapter 7 In Georgia 2026?

April 19, 2026

You may be staring at a tax refund and a stack of bills at the same time. That’s common. For many Georgia families, that refund isn’t extra money. It’s rent, groceries, car repairs, power bills,…

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Child Support
| October 1, 2024

What Should I Do If I Can’t Afford My Child Support Payments?

If you can’t afford your child support payments in Georgia, it’s essential to take immediate action to avoid legal consequences. Start by filing a petition with the court for a child support modification. You’ll need…

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Child Support
| June 1, 2022

What is Joint Custody and Who Pays Child Support in Joint Custody?

Joint custody means both parents share responsibilities for raising their child after separation. Under joint-custody arrangements, parents may share decision-making, parenting time, or both. The two main types of joint custody are joint legal custody…

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Child Playing
, | September 6, 2016

What to Consider When Deciding Whether to File for Child Support

Parents want to provide a safe and secure environment for a child. The additional court-ordered financial support is also welcome to help provide for the many needs of a child. However, is filing for child…

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