Many people would say they have known better economic times in life that what they are experiencing now. In fact, this is a common sentiment of late in Mississippi and elsewhere. Bankruptcy can be used a valuable financial tool to help alleviate a crisis and lay the...
Year: 2022
Child custody and termination of parental rights
There are several situations in which a Mississippi parent might have his or her parent-child relationship formally terminated. Every state has its own laws regarding such issues. Therefore, a concerned parent will want to gain an understanding of the laws of his or...
Toys ‘R’ Us bankruptcy case heads to trial
In Mississippi and throughout the country, many shoppers were saddened to hear that Toys ‘R’ Us was experiencing serious financial problems. Before long, news headlines on various platforms began announcing the company’s intentions to seek debt relief. Ultimately, the...
Determining best interests in a child custody case
Many Mississippi parents are currently preparing for a divorce, and their children’s well-being is undoubtedly a priority issue. What happens when parents disagree? In all child custody matters, the court’s focus in the decision-making process is the well-being of...
3 ways to achieve a fair divorce settlement
If you determine that you’d rather start afresh in life on your own than stay in unhappy marriage, the weeks and months that follow your decision will include numerous issues that you and your soon-to-be ex must resolve. Any major change in life can be challenging,...
Debts to IRS come first in Chapter 13
When HHS mandates began in the mid-2000s, many people suffered financial distress due to penalties they incurred for not having health insurance. In fact, such issues sparked severe financial crises in many cases, prompting those affected to seek immediate debt...
Explore emergency foreclosure options
Nearly every Mississippi resident has encountered money problems at some point. Especially if recent years, many people have lost income or have had trouble making ends meet due to rising costs of living caused by inflation. If you’re one of many people who are...
Are you a Mississippi dad with child support problems?
Dads in Mississippi and beyond often get a bad rap when they become noncustodial parents in a divorce. Most dads, just like most mothers, want what is best for their children and do not consider divorce a reason to negate their parental responsibilities, especially...
Bankruptcy helps stop creditor harassment
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) governs the actions of debt collectors in Mississippi and beyond. Anyone who has received relentless phone calls or has experienced callers using profanity or shouting, etc., understands how stressful such situations can...
3 things to know about child support modification
When a Mississippi married couple with children files for divorce, they must address a number of issues regarding their children. Some of these issues pertain to things like physical or legal custody, including where the kids will live and who will have the authority...
