Dealing with Financial Issues and Security Clearance
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Monday, May 2, 2016
One of the topics that gets a great deal of views at our blog is the affect of the filing of a bankruptcy on a security clearance.
American Idol Production Company Files Bankruptcy
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Friday, April 29, 2016
Core Media Group, the company responsible for the hit show American Idol, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection citing deterioration in its financial performance. This comes on the heels of the show concluding its 15th and final season. Core is also responsible for So You Think You Can Dance.
Finding Martha's Place: The Secret to Success
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Thursday, April 28, 2016
Last week, my law partner Mary and I had the opportunity to attend the Montgomery Chamber of Commerce’s Women’s Roundtable which featured Martha Hawkins as the guest speaker. If you are from the Montgomery area, you are probably familiar with Martha’s Place. Ms.
US Supreme Court to Decide on a Pivotal Case in June 2016
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Wednesday, April 27, 2016
What’s an Exception to the “Quarters” Rule for Social Security Disability Insurance Benefits?
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Tuesday, April 26, 2016
In my last blog post, I discussed how a claimant can qualify for Social Security Administration (SSA) Disability Insurance Benefits (DIB); the key issue being how much he or she has paid into the system over the last 10 years.
Does the Word “Settlement” Imply Legal Action to the “Least Sophisticated Consumer”?
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Monday, April 25, 2016
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) is a federal law which protects consumers from unscrupulous collection agencies. Collection Agencies are prohibited from using unfai
What is the 341 Meeting in a Bankruptcy Case?
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Friday, April 22, 2016
When I am meeting with clients to review and sign their bankruptcy petition, I always advise them that they will be required to attend a 341 meeting within a short time after the case is filed and prepare them for what to expect at the meeting. Often, my client’s reaction is one of fear. That’s understandable.
Beware of Reverse Mortgages
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Thursday, April 21, 2016
Brad Botes named a Birmingham “Top Lawyer” for 2016 by B Metro Magazine
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Friday, April 15, 2016
What Happens After a Creditor Obtains a Judgment Against You?
Submitted by the Bond & Botes Law Offices - Thursday, April 14, 2016
If a creditor successfully sues you in court and gets a judgment against you, they will then likely look for your assets and property to satisfy that judgment.