… can now obtain it with the click of their mouse! We have developed an intuitive natural language search to make searching for bankruptcy information as easy as asking a question in person. In addition, we have also teamed up with SitePal to offer a more interactive experience as you research your bankruptcy options. Can’t find your answer on Virtual Paralegal? Submitting your question to our qualified staff of attorneys and paralegals is as easy as clicking a button!

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… older workers who want to be prepared, after a job loss it is important to assume that your job search may be a little more difficult.  Right now it takes about a year to find new work and if you are facing age bias, it may take even longer.  If your finances are already damaged, (delinquent debts etc.) you may want to consider bankruptcy.  Bankruptcy will stop creditors from pursuing you in court, filing a foreclosure against you or seizing your assets.  Bankruptcy will also protect …

… debtor.  What exactly were these bailout funds for? Weren’t they designed to restart the engine of lending, stop foreclosure and help companies emerge from bankruptcy with a fighting chance of survival?  Why is it that this poultry company needed to go to foreign lenders when the American taxpayer loaned billions of dollars to the banks so that they could then lend it to other businesses?   That was their responsibility. It was their promise. They said, “we’re too big to …

… and part-time workers, we may eventually see a rise in bankruptcy filings as American workers search for a solution to their financial woes.

… payment as an unemployed person:

If you are searching for a job, gather all of your job search related receipts. You may be able to deduct expenses for items such as parking fees, resume services and even long distance phone calls and travel expenses related to searching for work.

If you owe taxes on your 2009 income, you may be allowed to defer payment if you are unemployed.  Unemployed taxpayers are often able to receive what’s called “uncollectible …

… that you would not be able to properly perform you duties.

Before you begin your job search, order all three of your credit reports. Remember, you are entitled to one free credit report a year.  Once you receive your credit report, review it closely. If the credit report reveals blemishes such as delinquencies and defaults, you need to develop an explanation for potential employers. Even if you have an old bankruptcy, it may be wise to be prepared to explain why you filed for …

According to an article in the Dallas Morning News, Texas companies and local governments say they’ve saved or created about 1,100 jobs with stimulus-funded contracts created by the $787 billion state stimulus package; but many critics say the self-reported results are suspect.

The article said:

“The jobs include many instances in which construction companies assert that stimulus …

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… if they are legitimate and if they have any complaints against them.  Usually a quick internet search will reveal any complaints.

Never pay an advance fee for a loan.  Legitimate lenders don’t ask for upfront fees. If a lender charges a fee, it should be charged after they have secured your loan.

Remember, sometimes you can negotiate with credit card lenders or mortgage lenders for lower interest rates.

According to an article in the Star-Telegram , Michael Jackson’s will may be contested by his mother Katherine Jackson. Mrs. Jackson wants a seat at the table of the estate’s trustees; but will her bankruptcy work against her?

The article said:

“Jackson relied on his 79-year-old mother for more than emotional support: Documents show he put her in the position of trustee on …

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… also on the individuals experiencing job losses. Many unemployed workers are finding their job search to be nearly futile as some businesses cutback on hiring and many others consider their bankruptcy options. For unemployed homeowners facing foreclosure, this long-term financial crisis may be an opportunity to honestly reassess their financial position. Are they able to realistically afford their home and other debts without income from a job, or should they consider “returning” …

… we counted the unemployed Americans who have settled for part-time work or giving up on their job search the real unemployment rate would be a startling 16.5 percent. Many of these unemployed workers have exhausted their benefits and many more simply never qualified for unemployment benefits. What’s happening to them? What’s happening is that many of these unemployed Americans are facing foreclosure, lawsuits from creditors and even homelessness as they fail to find work and fail to …

… for homeowners to pay their mortgages. Job losses are literally the fuel in the foreclosure engine that is affecting every community in this country. If we don’t get a handle on foreclosures the crisis is going to continue to negatively impact healthy homeowners by pushing down home values. This process is already happening. Government sponsored bailouts and “voluntary loan modification ” programs have failed to stop the foreclosure tsunami. Our lawmakers need to take more a …