Monthly Archives: November 2014

Bankruptcy Crimes

A business owner was recently found guilty of bankruptcy fraud, a federal crime, for failing to disclose a transfer of an asset.  In his defense, the business owner stated he did not list the transfer because he did not feel … Continue reading

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401(k) Contributions in Bankruptcy

If you are in a Chapter 13 bankruptcy or thinking of filing a Chapter 13 bankruptcy and have a 401(k), you may have an issue continuing to contribute to your 401(k) after filing. If you need legal assistance, contact our … Continue reading

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Small Claims FAQs

Here are a few little-known facts about small claims court: Claims are limited to $5,000 or less; Attorneys can be used, but are not required; You must serve the paperwork on the person you are suing; There is usually a … Continue reading

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Oklahoma Adoptions

A minor child may be adopted by consent as long as one of the following are met: Both parents of the child agree; or One parent of the child agrees and the other parent is either dead or had their … Continue reading

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Divorce and Railroad Pensions

Railroad pensions are treated partly as Social Security and partly as a private pension under the Federal Railroad Retirement Act.  The portion that is treated as a private pension is subject to division in a divorce and is treated as … Continue reading

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Tips about Security Deposits

Here are a few tips regarding security deposits with landlords: 1. A security deposit cannot be more than two months’ rent; 2. Once the lease expires, the landlord has thirty days to return the deposit; 3. If the landlord keeps … Continue reading

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Dangerous Fists

Missouri courts have stated that a person’s hands or fists do not constitute a dangerous instrument or weapon. This means that a person should not be charged with a criminal action involving an armed weapon if the person only used … Continue reading

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Little Known Facts about Leasing

1. It is illegal for a landlord to shut off your utilities unless it is for health and safety reasons. 2. Landlords can double the rent if you let someone else take over the lease without their permission. 3. Missouri … Continue reading

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Student Loan Groan

Here are a few tips for getting your student loans back on track: 1. You may qualify for an income-based repayment plan; 2. Avoid forbearance if at all possible; 3. You may qualify for forgiveness if you make enough consecutive … Continue reading

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Tips to Prevent Identity Theft

Below is a list of tips to follow to avoid identity theft: 1. Don’t give out your social security number unless you initiate the contact. 2. Don’t put your social security number on your checks or driver’s license. 3. Shred … Continue reading

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