Filing for bankruptcy in Ohio may cause you to feel uncertain about your future and your ability to recover financially. However, if leveraged the right way, bankruptcy may allow you the chance to strengthen your financial foundation and prepare for a better future....
Year: 2020
What should I do after a car accident?
According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, there have been 537 traffic fatalities in the state to this year. There have also been 4,183 violations handed out for distracted driving, as well as 8,164 instances of operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OVI). These...
Should I plead guilty to a DUI?
If a person faces charges for driving under the influence, they may experience pressure to plead guilty to make things easier for themselves. What a person facing charges may not realize is the full consequences of pleading guilty. What are the full consequences of...
The consequences of TBI can last a lifetime
Scrapes, broken bones and bruises are common Ohio car crash injuries, whether it is a fender bender on Main Street or during your I-70 commute. However, not all damage is immediately noticeable. The effects of traumatic brain injuries may not surface until long after...
Comparing debt relief programs to Chapter 7 or 13
Debt relief companies often capitalize on the fear associated with bankruptcy to sell lower monthly payments and forgiven balances. After all, why would reasonable Ohio residents struggling with debt consider destroying their credit and losing everything when there is...
What are the penalties for Ohio drug crimes?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Ohio is among the states with the most average annual drug overdose deaths. Depending on the type of substance and the amount, a drug conviction in Ohio can result in fines, jail time and other penalties. ...
Can I still buy a home after bankruptcy?
Bankruptcy can create a financial hurdle for many Americans. And while some may think these setbacks are permanent, that's not always the case. Even those who file for bankruptcy can still reach many of the financial milestones of others who don't, like buying a home....
Penalties for DUI in Ohio
The penalties for operating a vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol (OVI) in Ohio are often strict. Even a first offense causes an individual to lose his or her driver's license for a while. Penalties for repeated OVI offenses and for juveniles who get an...
Could you have internal bleeding after an accident?
A high impact collision can result in severe trauma to the body. When you are in a car accident, internal bleeding is a possibility. There are two main reasons why someone might experience internal bleeding due to an accident. The first is blunt trauma, where your...
Will bankruptcy get rid of all of your debt?
If you are dealing with drowning debt and are considering filing for bankruptcy in Ohio, you may be wondering whether or not it will solve your financial problems permanently. While bankruptcy may allow you to get rid of a bulk of your debt, depending on the type of...