Economy - The Legal Examiner (Page 3)

Debt relief companies are often not the answer

Debts can become overwhelming at any time, but especially now, when so many are unemployed and struggling through the COVID-19 pandemic, sequestered at home with little income flowing. Those who

By Yvette C. Hammett

/ 26 Jun 2020

Hand erasing the word 'debt' from a chalkboard.

Filing a complaint through the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

A complaint filed with the CFPB goes through several steps. 1. Complaint filed: Submit a complaint about an issue you are having with a particular company related to a financial

By Yvette C. Hammett

/ 26 Jun 2020

Bankruptcies way down in spite of economic crisis

Even with millions of Americans out of work and many businesses struggling to survive, bankruptcy filings are significantly down in the U.S. this year, compared to last. In fact,

By Elaine Silvestrini

/ 25 Jun 2020

Petition to file for bankruptcy document next to a gavel.

Bankruptcy filings plunge at height of pandemic

Bankruptcy filings are significantly down in the U.S. this year, compared to last. According to the American Bankruptcy Institute, total bankruptcy filings were 42% lower in May 2020 than

By Elaine Silvestrini

/ 25 Jun 2020

Lawsuit claims government is denying neediest families extra food help

As soaring unemployment continues amid the COVID-19 pandemic and food pantries remain closed, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has limited who can receive emergency funds for food assistance, leaving

By Yvette C. Hammett

/ 23 Jun 2020

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) sign displayed on a grocery store window.

How Do Asset Protection Plans Work?

Wherever we are in life, everyone wants to be assured that they’re financially secure. Maybe you have debt and want to ensure that your assets are protected if you need to file for bankruptcy, or maybe you’re nearing retirement age and you’re worried about the…

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 3 Jun 2020

What Are the Alternatives to Bankruptcy?

When someone finds themselves in a problematic financial situation, with overwhelming outstanding debts and no easy way to pay them off, they may consider filing for bankruptcy. There are different types of bankruptcy, with the most common types being Chapter 7 and Chapter 13, but…

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 16 Apr 2020

What Are the Alternatives to Bankruptcy?

How tort victims who need income can fix the structured settlement industry

How can tort victims with purchasing power fix the structured settlement industry? They can be buyers of structured contracts or structured settlement annuities that are bought and sold every day.

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 17 Jan 2020

How tort victims who need income can fix the structured settlement industry

Helicopter Accident Rates Going the Wrong Way According to U.S. Helicopter Safety

A recent article by Rob Mark in FLYING MAGAZINE stated that the first six months of 2019 showed an alarming INCREASE in helicopter accidents, according to the U.S. Helicopter Safety Team (USHST). This goes against the downward trend of helicopter accidents in recent years. The…

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 15 Nov 2019

Massachusetts Governor’s Ban of All Vaping Products Reflects Urgency of Public Health Crisis

On Sep. 24, Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker ordered a four-month statewide ban on the sale of all vaping products and declared a public health emergency. The ban, which is the harshest action taken by a state to-date, comes amid rising public health concerns regarding the…

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 3 Oct 2019

Massachusetts Governor’s Ban of All Vaping Products Reflects Urgency of Public Health Crisis

Distracted Driving Bill Aims to Ban Handheld Device Use in Massachusetts

Each year, vehicle crashes cause over 30,000 fatalities in the United States. Over one in four of fatal crashes are caused by distracted driving, with cell phone use being a major culprit. On top of that, the number of vehicle fatalities in Massachusetts increased by…

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 1 Apr 2019

Distracted Driving Bill Aims to Ban Handheld Device Use in Massachusetts

How to Know If You Have the Right Insurance Coverage

Car insurance is considered complicated by most people. However, a basic understanding of the various coverages available takes away the guesswork and helps you know what you need, why you need it, and exactly what it will cover. The greatest mistake providers make is to…

By Legal Examiner Staffer

/ 12 Mar 2019

How to Know If You Have the Right Insurance Coverage