National, State, Local Articles
The short answer is yes. Once your case is filed, creditors are no longer entitled to garnish your wages for debts that existed at the beginning of the case.
Tue, 15 Sep 2009: Challenging the California Helmet Law
A Motorcycle Lawyers Perspective on the Constitutional Lawsuit Challenging the California Helmet Law By Ray Henke, Esq., a Biker Rights Advocate and Motorcycle Lawyer
Sat, 28 Mar 2009: The Second Chance Act (HR1593) - What does it Really Mean for the Federal Inmate?
The Second Chance Act passed last year aims to assist those being released from Federal prison by offering a support system to assist with reintegration into society. While the act provides numerous useful services to the newly released Federal prison inmate, many prisoners and their families have found their hopes at a true second chance and an early release, dashed.
Sun, 15 Feb 2009: The Bail Bond And The Bounty Hunter
There is an interesting history about the bail bond and the use of bounty hunters in the United States.
Fri, 13 Feb 2009: Bail Bonds Los Angeles And The Jails They Serve
Information for finding a bail bonds Los Angeles office near the jail or court where you are charged.
Wed, 11 Feb 2009: What To Do After A Motor Vehicle Collision
A motor vehicle collision is a very unfortunate event for the fact that people can become very injured and the consequences can be very expensive. You have two or more vehicles that have been damaged and individuals within vehicles who have probably been hurt in some way.
Tue, 10 Feb 2009: When Is a Slip and Fall Injury Considered a City Problem?
Slip and fall injuries occur all of the time. However, sometimes they are not the fault of the injured party. When you slip and fall due to someone else's negligence, either at cleaning up a slippery situation or repairing the walkway, you could be able to sue for damages.
Fri, 6 Feb 2009: Bail Bonds In Seattle And Other Cities Within The United States
Here are the nuts and bolts of getting a bail bond in most American cities.
Fri, 6 Feb 2009: Bail Bonds: What To Look For When You Need One
Some tips for getting the right company for bail bonds.
Sun, 1 Feb 2009: Cell Phone Driving: It Should Be Illegal. Supplemental Article #1
Cell phone driving takes a life. Commercial drivers shouldn't be cell phone driving. We need a cell phone driving ban.
Sun, 1 Feb 2009: Cell Phone Driving: It Should Be Illegal
Cell phone driving. Nothing speaks louder than cold hard facts. This article holds real life incidents that happened with cell phone drivers.
Thu, 22 Jan 2009: The Basics of Buying French Property
Step by step guide to buying property in France
Thu, 8 Jan 2009: How To Obtain An L-1 Visa
An L-1 Visa is a visa document used to enter the United States for the purpose of work in L-1 status. It is a non-immigrant visa, and is valid for a relatively short amount of time - generally three years (but can be renewed for a total period of seven years). Learn more about the ins and outs of obtaining an L-1 Visa.
Thu, 4 Dec 2008: Property Taxes, Way too High On Your Home?
Property taxes and other taxes make it hard to afford an expensive house. Property taxes are collected by the County Tax Collector for schools, county government, cities, and special districts. Property taxes are based on two factors: assessed value and mill rate.
Sun, 23 Nov 2008: Concerns Over New Thai Retail Laws
Changes to retail laws in Thailand have been long awaited, as well as much debated. Law firms in Thailand are busily trying to gauge the impact of the new laws, as are trading partners like the UK, and hundreds of retailers are now seeking business advice in Thailand themselves. We examine some of the controversy over this new Thailand law.
Tue, 18 Nov 2008: How To Obtain A Green Card Through Investment
Under section 203(b)(5) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), 8 U.S.C. 1153(b)(5), 10,000 immigrant visas per year are available to qualified individuals seeking permanent resident status on the basis of their engagement in a new commercial enterprise.
Fri, 17 Oct 2008: New Employee Rights In Thailand
It is the tenth anniversary of the year that increased rights were given to Thai workers, who have traditionally struggled under Thailand law for equitable treatment and fair pay. The lingering effects of the 1997 economic crisis have meant that many workers face tough conditions at work. Ten years after the historic Labour Protection Act was announced, we review its content.
Thu, 18 Sep 2008: Metrolink Train Collision and Derailment Claims 18 Lives in Chatsworth, California
The Metrolink passenger train that crashed head-on into a Union Pacific freight train in Chatsworth, California in the San Fernando Valley yesterday, September 12th, 2008, is still being searched this morning by rescue crews using heavy machinery in the hopes of finding more survivors.
Tue, 9 Sep 2008: Laws Regarding Capital Losses In Thailand
The Thai Revenue Department is currently developing laws to make sure that capital losses that are deducted on income tax return are legitimate. Thailand lawyers are now trying to decipher the impact on businesses, and thai law consulting firms and accountants must now ensure that their clients have legitimate intentions in selling assets at a loss.
Tue, 2 Sep 2008: EPCs Required For Buy To Let Investments
From Oct 2008 Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) will be added to the documentation buy to let investors will be required to provide tenants. The Certificates will cost in the region of 100 pounds, and will be valid for up to ten years.
Tue, 2 Sep 2008: New Thai Law Streamlines Consumer Complaints
A new Thai law will soon streamline the process of making complaints for consumers, as August 23 marks the beginning of effectiveness of the Consumer Case Procedures Act. We look at the details of the new law, and using business legal services to help understand the effect of the new law on your company.
Wed, 13 Aug 2008: Toronto: Lawyer and the City
Being a lawyer can be quite the rewarding career, but it is a career that can vary in degree and scope based on where you are located. Let's just say that being a lawyer is going to be a bit different in Toronto than being a lawyer in a small town with about 15,000 residents.
Sun, 10 Aug 2008: The Purpose Of The Fiancee K1 Visa
The purpose of the K1 visa or fiancee visa, as it is often known, is to allow the male/female fiancee of an American citizen to enter the U.S. for a period of 90 days so that they can marry the American citizen.
Sun, 10 Aug 2008: The B1 and B2 Visitor Visas
Have you saved up for that once-in-a-lifetime family vacation and want to explore the beauty of the United States? Do you need to attend a conference in the United States? Or perhaps you need to conduct some research or a marketing study in the U.S. for your company. Then, the B1/B2 Visitor Visas are the ones you need to know and apply for!
Tue, 5 Aug 2008: Forming And Operating A Special Purpose Vehicle
State Administration of Foreign Exchange (SAFE) of China is a regulatory act relating to foreign exchange control on financing and round-trip investment by domestic residents through offshore SPVs (special purpose vehicles). SAFE is required for residents or PRC citizen wishing to attain equity in an offshore SPV for the purposes of attracting abroad financing for a domestic company.
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