One of the most difficult times in life can be facing the possibility of divorce.  Getting divorced usually has a huge impact on the family both emotionally, and financially.…

With increasing unsecured debt, including medical bills, student loans, and credit cards, many Americans families, especially in Ohio, have fallen behind on their mortgage payments. Homeowners are simply unable to…

In two recent blog posts, we discussed reasons why an individual may choose to file for bankruptcy and the benefits of Chapter 7 bankruptcy. In this post, we'll take a…

As we have often discussed on our Mason bankruptcy law blog, for many people, bankruptcy isn't the end—it's a fresh financial start. The benefits of filing for personal bankruptcy can…

When a business or individual files for bankruptcy, the federal bankruptcy law generally recognizes two types of claims: secured and unsecured. The distinction between a secured creditor, who holds a…

Financial problems can spring up virtually any time in life for a multitude of reasons. Some people may experience a medical emergency, leading to expensive medical bills. In these tough…

People experience financial problems for a wide range of reasons. Some may be having trouble paying back credit card balances that have high interest rates. Those fresh out of college…

Individuals who file for bankruptcy have two types of bankruptcy as options: Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. If you are considering bankruptcy, you may wonder which type would be best…

Ohio students know how expensive attending college is. Students are often left with crippling credit card, student loan and other debt with hefty minimum payments. It is commonly thought that…

Jewel Lewis-Hall, 57, works two jobs. Her husband lost his job at a farmer's market and has been unable to earn much money since. They live a fairly modest lifestyle,…