The divorce rate has declined in recent years. However, the institution is still alive and well throughout the country, particularly in Cambridge, Ohio. In this city, the divorced population equals 20.7%, making it the highest in the state. There is much to consider...
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What can bankruptcy’s automatic stay protect you against?
Tired of fielding phone calls from creditors demanding that you immediately pay up? Filing for bankruptcy could potentially give you the break you desire. How? Once you file for bankruptcy, something called the “automatic stay” period takes effect. While temporary, it...
As a student, your future looks bright—except for that OVI
Summertime means a break from classes at the University of Toledo and perhaps a summer job, but most of all, fun with friends. Unfortunately, fun sometimes leads to one beer too many. If you drink and drive, you risk an arrest on suspicion of OVI, and a conviction...
How much of your income can you lose to wage garnishment?
Once your finances start to spiral out of control, it can prove difficult to get things back to a manageable state. If your debts have continued to compound over time, you may find creditors hounding you, and in some cases, this can lead to you losing some percentage...
When parents go to jail
When a parent is sentenced to a term in jail or prison, whether it’s a long or short stay, their child also has to pay the price for their crime. For some children, their parents have been incarcerated since they were young infants, and they have never known a life...
Your job offer would necessitate child custody modification
The good news is that you have been offered a promotion with more responsibility and a higher salary. The not-so-good news is that the job means moving from Toledo to Cincinnati, requiring modification to your existing child custody agreement. What will the court say?...
Getting ready to write a will
Writing a will can seem like a daunting task. Not only does it force you to think about death, but it also makes you consider how you want to leave your assets to your loved ones. It is essentially your last statement to your family and friends. While you can (and...
Ohio bankruptcy laws: What you should know
Filing bankruptcy is not a decision to take lightly. It means your debt is insurmountable and will not go away in continuing circumstances. When you decide you need to stop the collection calls and certified letters, bankruptcy may become the answer. The laws in Ohio...
Things to know regarding child support modifications
Balancing a divorced home can be challenging, especially when children are involved. Different factors may affect the need or availability for financial support. Therefore, a modification to a child support plan may be necessary. Grounds for modification The court...
Exercising your right to remain silent can be tough
If you are a fan of action movies or true crime shows, you have probably heard officers advise suspects of their right to remain silent. This advisement is part of the broader warning officers read to detained individuals before they question them. Once you assert...