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Bankruptcy for Small Businesses

The entrepreneurial spirit is one of the touchstones of American culture that has made our country so strong. The willingness of driven individuals to step out and risk their financial stability for the sake of a business they believe in has been a catalyst of our country’s growth. However, a recent study by the University […]

What Happens If I Don’t Make My Chapter 13 Payment?

No one plans on dramatic financial changes, but they happen. When changes do arise to an individual in Chapter 13 bankruptcy, they might be misled into believing there is no other option than sticking to their schedule of set monthly payments. But they might be surprised to find that Chapter 13 bankruptcy has a great […]

Why Everybody Is Doing This 5 Deadly Mistakes At The Small Claim Court?

5. Suing the Wrong Entity or Person One of the most common and biggest mistakes that can happen when you represent yourself is suing the wrong entity or person. It happens all the time, and it’s usually due to the lack of knowledge around court laws. See, if you are trying to sue “Joe Smith,” chances are that is not his full name. It’s possible that it’s “Joseph Bryan Smith” or maybe “Joe L. Smith.” These are just examples, but it’s just to show you that the full legal name needs to be present in order for a judgment to be enforced. However, if you are trying to sue a store like “Flowers R Us,” there may be a entity behind them like 123456 Ontario, Inc. If you don’t sue the entity then it’s very possible that you won’t get a judgment against them. When you have a licensed paralegal they will make all the necessary searches to make sure the proper legal name is present on the document and you are suing the right person or entity.

What Does It Mean For a Product To Be Recalled?

The recent Toyota vehicle recall – which has affected more than 7 million cars, via a sticky accelerator and floor mats that interfere with the gas pedal – has brought car safety and recalls to the forefront of many people’s psyche. Yet, with the confusion surrounding a product recall of this size, it is important to […]

Massive Toyota Recall Impacts the Safety of Millions

Toyota has made national headlines with a massive product recall involving eight different models of the Japanese automaker’s product line of vehicles. The recall involves approximately 2.3 million vehicles which are equipped with a specific pedal assembly that can stick, causing cars to uncontrollably accelerate. The models affected by the pedal recall include: • Certain […]