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In March, I wrote about Harvey Weinstein’s sexually predatory behavior resulting in the downfall of the company he spent his life building. The Weinstein Co.

I recently saw an excellent – but very sad – documentary on Schizophrenia that I want to recommend to anyone interested in the subject entitled God Knows Where I am.  It chronicles the mental health struggle of Linda Bishop back in 2007 and 2008.  She was a college graduate with a loving family and a roof over her head that as a result of her illnesses she gradually descended into homelessness and legal trouble.

The Urban Institute conducted a study which compared rates of material hardship including shelter, foods and medical care among those surveyed. The survey found that renters struggle more than homeowners.

We welcome Merideth Drummond to Bond Botes & Woods, P.C.! Merideth is an experienced bankruptcy and social security attorney and has joined our firm to counsel with our clients in these areas.

Uh-oh...It's Enrollment Season

In our business as bankruptcy attorneys, we get the pleasure of helping adults get out of debt.  At our firm, we also look for ways that we can help our community and ways to mentor children.

As with many questions that arise when considering filing a bankruptcy case, the answer to this question will depend on the specific facts of your case.  There is commonly no trouble with keeping your existing bank accounts when you file a bankruptcy case, but in some instances, you may need to plan ahead before filing.

In 2014, Congress passed what is known as the Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act.

Many people have no idea what their actual income and expenses are. A good budget can help you figure it out. Budgeting is especially important if you are trying to get rid of debt, trying to save for your family’s future, or just to make sure you are spending your hard earned money wisely.

Throughout the 1970s, the average age of retirement was just under 65. Today, one out of every five Americans over the age of 65 are still working. Even more alarming is the fact that the individuals who have already retired are the ones hurting the most.