Couples who have been married for many years and have kids together may find the divorce process complicated and difficult. There are some married couples, however, who have no kids and few assets, and it may be relatively easy to get divorced. If you and your spouse want to get divorced as quickly as possible, there are three ways a divorce lawyer can help you speed up the process.
A No-Fault Divorce is the Fastest Way to Get Divorced
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In many cases, the decision of which type of bankruptcy a debtor will file for will depend on eligibility. Those considering filing for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy need to be aware of the characteristics that could disqualify them.
The following are the most common characteristics a consumer might have that will disqualify him or her for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing:
An income that's too high
The easiest way to qualify for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy is to have an income that's below the median income amount in the consumer's state of residence.
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If you are in the process of going through a divorce and you have a child, custody is most likely one of the main topics on your mind during the entire process. When parents divorce, child custody arrangements need to be made, and if there are conflicting ideas about who is to take control of custody, a judge will intervene. Here are some tips to use in trying to have a favorable outcome when it comes to who will be taking care of your child.
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When filing for social security disability, there are some conditions that will be automatically approved. Usually this includes cancer, blindness, severe mental illness or the loss of one or more limbs. However, for other conditions, such as back pain, fibromyalgia, or depression, it may take more time and effort to prove you are permanently disabled. Fortunately, getting turned down at your initial application does not mean you will never be approved for disability.
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You've been charged with leaving the scene of an accident you caused in which someone was injured. Conviction can lead to substantial penalties. It may seem as though you can only avoid the worst consequences by accepting a plea bargain deal from the prosecuting attorney. However, a criminal defense lawyer knows the strategies to effectively defend clients against these charges.
Hit & Run Charges
Legally known as leaving the scene of an accident, hit-and-run is taken seriously by the court system.
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