Data shows that Springfield Missouri has experienced 25 crash-related deaths in 2020. One such collision occurred on a recent Thursday morning. While there is always an inherent risk for drivers who are entering intersections or navigating turns, that risk is...
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What property is exempt under Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?
Bankruptcy is one of the strongest tools the law gives individuals and companies to protect themselves. Many people find that they simply cannot meet their monthly payments, and bankruptcy can offer a path to financial freedom.For a long time, public opinion looked...
How much home equity can you protect in a Missouri bankruptcy?
Chapter 7 bankruptcy is the most aggressive and widely known form of individual bankruptcy. In Chapter 7 bankruptcy, an individual must meet certain income limitations and agree to allow the courts to liquidate some of their assets as part of the bankruptcy process....
Events that commonly lead to Chapter 7 bankruptcy
Many people who are dealing with high amounts of debt consider filing for bankruptcy. Those who do decide to file will do so under a specific bankruptcy Chapter, and the Chapter that will benefit them the most will depend on their circumstances.Those who decide to...
Pedestrians are at risk when they go for a walk
Although drivers are aware that pedestrians may be nearby, there are many pedestrian accidents that take place each day. The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration believes that, after completing an analysis of 2018 traffic data, the total number of...
Understanding the process of vehicle repossession
If you have had trouble lately with paying certain financial obligations, for example, your car loans, you will likely face the consequences of missed payments. The contract that you signed when you purchased a car on finance will probably mean that your creditor will...
Common strategies to fight debt
Unfortunately, it is common for people in the United States to find themselves under a mountain of debt. With the constant availability of credit cards and loans, as well as the social pressure to have an impressive car and designer brands, it can be easy to bury your...
The critical importance of reporting a work injury right away
Getting hurt at work can ruin your day and completely throw off your schedule. Many people who get hurt at work will immediately take whatever actions they deem necessary to get back into the flow of their jobs as quickly as possible.That could mean that they avoid...
What can you do after a workers’ compensation claim denial?
If you get hurt at work, you probably expect, rightfully so, that workers' compensation will take care of you. After all, your employer pays into this state-run insurance program on your behalf. Shouldn't you receive the benefits associated with your employment? Most...
Children or cellphones: What is the bigger distraction?
Distracted driving conversations often target young people and their cellphones. Everyone knows that phones have changed significantly in the last decade. They offer more options than ever and people use them constantly. That includes using them to send text messages,...