Winters in Maryland are beautiful but often bitterly cold and dangerous. The season poses certain risks for drivers as road conditions change. These are some statistics on winter accidents and how they happen in the first place. Winter road statistics According to the...
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5 hidden injuries after a car accident in Maryland
Not all injuries are immediately visible after a car accident. Some take time to manifest and can be more serious than they first appear. If you find yourself in an accident in Maryland, it's often advisable to go for a thorough medical examination, even if you feel...
What does a bankruptcy trustee do?
One of the most important roles in the Maryland bankruptcy process is that of bankruptcy trustee. The trustee is the person named by the court to oversee the administration of the bankruptcy estate. The trustee's responsibilities and actions will vary on a...
What to know about Chapter 7
Chapter 7 bankruptcy may be available to Maryland debtors and is generally used to reduce or eliminate unsecured debts. Unsecured debts include credit card balances, medical bills and other obligations that aren't secured by collateral. In a liquidation bankruptcy,...
Should you pay off a Chapter 13 plan early?
There are many reasons that people fall into debt, but fewer solutions for true debt relief. When it comes to bankruptcy, Maryland consumers have two main options, either Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. While many are forced to file for liquidation bankruptcy under Chapter...
How to avoid distracted driving accidents
With distracted driving increasing across the U.S., Maryland drivers may avoid distracted driving crashes by following a few simple guidelines. Although drivers from all age groups can cause accidents, teenagers cause a large percentage of car wrecks. What is...
Not all bankruptcy debts are discharged
Individuals or businesses in Maryland may suffer from excessive debt, and the ability to pay proves impossible. Filing for bankruptcy might be the solution for stressed debtors since many obligations face discharge. However, not all debts are dischargeable. Discharged...
What is Chapter 13 bankruptcy?
A debt situation could spiral out of control, leaving a Maryland consumer with a loan and other balances, causing significant negative net worth. Chapter 13 bankruptcy might be the preferable solution for those who understand it. Chapter 13 and payment plans Not...
What is bankruptcy?
Bankruptcy gives Maryland residents and others the ability to eliminate or reorganize some of their debts. The type of bankruptcy protection that you may seek depends on a number of factors including your income and the nature of the obligations that you have. An...
Frequency of bankruptcy filings
Bankruptcy provides a legal means for debtors to address their obligations and start over financially. Many filers hope their trip to a Maryland federal court will be their first and only experience with bankruptcy. However, financial situations can be challenging for...