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Can Gambling Debt Be Discharged In Bankruptcy? (2026 Guide)

June 6, 2026

Gambling debt is generally dischargeable in bankruptcy like other unsecured debt, including in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. But recent cash advances over $1,225 taken within 60 days before filing can trigger a presumption of…

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Can I File Bankruptcy If I Own A Business In Georgia?

June 5, 2026

Yes, you can file for bankruptcy if you own a business in Georgia, but the path you take, and what happens to your business, depends almost entirely on one thing: your business’s legal structure. In…

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Can Bankruptcy Stop Eviction After Court Order In Georgia

June 4, 2026

Filing for bankruptcy can sometimes stop an eviction, but if the landlord already has a court order for possession in Georgia, it is often too late. The automatic stay starts immediately when a bankruptcy case…

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What To Do After Being Served Court Papers For Debt

June 3, 2026

A process server at the door. A certified letter you almost didn’t sign for. A thick envelope with words like “Summons” and “Complaint” stamped across the top. If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance…

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Can Your Social Security Benefits Be Garnished in Georgia?

If you’re struggling with debt, you might be asking: Can Social Security benefits be garnished in Georgia? In Georgia, Social Security benefits are generally protected from garnishment by private creditors, but can be garnished for unpaid…

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My only income is Social Security. Should I still consider bankruptcy?

We often meet with people with debt problems whose only income is Social Security benefits.  In some cases, they are “judgment proof”.  That is, there is no way for their creditors to collect.  Other than…

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Can I file for Social Security Disability even if I’m still working?

This is a question we hear virtually every day.  Many people believe they could qualify for disability, but are afraid to leave their job and take a chance on pursuing a claim.  Here’s the reality….

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I’ve been denied Social Security Disability benefits before. Can I file a new claim?

  Even if you have been previously denied disability benefits, you can file a new claim.  To receive Social Security Disability benefits, though, you must not only prove disability, you must meet the earnings requirement….

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What a Social Security Disability Denial Means

If you’ve recently received a notice of denial for your Social Security Disability claim, then you’re not alone; in fact, it’s estimated that initial claims have a denial rate of around 65 percent. So, what…

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Time Frame for Social Security Benefits

In an ideal world, people with disabilities would receive immediate support, but the modern world is far from ideal. If you are applying for Social Security disability (SSD) benefits, the following steps may take you…

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Caring for Children: Social Security Benefits in Georgia

Social Security helps those in need, but determining who is in need can be difficult, especially when the person in question is a child. Disabilities make it difficult for children to study or work, but…

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What is the Ticket to Work Program?

When you are a person living on social security disability, it’s hard to see if you can work again without risking losing your benefits. With the Ticket to Work program, you sign up voluntarily. If…

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Social Security Disability Rules Specific to Georgia

If you are applying for social security in Athens, Georgia, you start by calling your local social security office and setting up a disability. Approximately 70 percent of the people that apply for disability benefits…

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Veterans: Check on Social Security Disability Benefits

There’s no doubt that we, as Americans, owe a lasting debt of gratitude to our military veterans. As we celebrate Veterans Day, we are reminded that some of those who donned the uniform suffered irreparable…

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