Monthly Archives: September 2017

Property the Bankrupt Court Cannot Take

State law dictates that certain property, protected by state law, cannot be touched by the federal bankruptcy court in Missouri or Kansas.  This stays true, even when protected property is converted into property that the bankruptcy could have otherwise taken.  … Continue reading

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Lawyer Jailed for 18 Months for Defrauding NFL Players

A former Chicago attorney has been sentenced to 18 months for orchestrating a tax fraud scheme that defrauded millions of taxes from the IRS and financially harmed NFL players. If you have been charged with a crime and need legal … Continue reading

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Toys ‘R’ Us Filing for Bankruptcy

Due to suppliers cutting off shipments and a decline in sales at stores, Toys ‘R’ Us is preparing to file for bankruptcy. If you have a business that is in financial ruin and would like to consult with an attorney, … Continue reading

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 Lee’s Summit Man Pleads Guilty to Making Fake Driver’s Licenses

According to the Lee’s Summit Tribune, 27 year old Tracy Ford pled guilty to having over 2,300 copies of counterfeit Missouri driver’s licenses and counterfeit hardware. If you have been charged with a crime, contact our law office at 816-524-4949 … Continue reading

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Plea Agreements

Here is some basic information from the Missouri Bar regarding plea agreements: What is a Plea Agreement? Sometimes the prosecutor and your lawyer negotiate an agreement to settle your case without a trial. If you agree to plead guilty to … Continue reading

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Miranda Rights

Here are a few tips, courtesy of the Missouri Bar, regarding your Miranda Rights: What Are Your “Miranda” Rights? The name “Miranda” comes from a case decided by the United States Supreme Court. The Court’s decision requires the police to … Continue reading

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Bankruptcies More Successful with Counsel

According to the American Bankruptcy Institute, a Chapter 13 bankruptcy that was filed with an attorney has an approximate 51% chance of being completed successfully.  However, a Chapter 13 bankruptcy that was filed without an attorney has an approximate 2% … Continue reading

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What to do if you get arrested

Here are a few tips from the Missouri Bar regarding if you get arrested: When Can You Be Arrested? • If a police officer has a warrant for your arrest. • If a police officer believes that you have violated … Continue reading

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Criminal Words to Know

Courtesy of the Missouri Bar, here are a few legal words and their definitions regarding criminal law that you should be familiar with: Bond – A promise to appear in court, which often includes a guarantee of money, and which … Continue reading

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A Happy Little Tree

Bob Ross was fond of painting happy little trees to improve his landscapes, and if you own a home office or your own business property you might want to plant your own happy little tree to improve your landscaping. In … Continue reading

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