Congress has enacted legislation that modifies a number of provisions in the Paycheck Protection Program that was implemented as part of the CARES Act and its response to COVID-19. The new legislation gives business owners more time and more flexibility in using loan...
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How can you feel more in control of your divorce?
Being stressed during your divorce is no way to live. It can be tiresome and can even make you sick. That's why it's so important to take care of yourself and to make sure you do everything possible to rest, eat well and get the right support.Divorces are hard for...
Should you get a tetanus shot if you’re hurt at work?
Of all the injuries that you thought could hurt you, getting a splinter was not one of them. You work as a contractor and have had many splinters over the years. This one was worse, though. It dug down deep, and it was not coming out easily. The area became red and...
Why are gray divorces on the rise?
While the overall divorce rate has declined steadily over the past few decades, the number of couples over age 50 who decide to end their marriages keeps climbing. So-called gray divorces have quadrupled since 1990, according to multiple studies.Divorce can be an...
If your loved one is hurt in a nursing home, you have options
It's a devastating moment when you find out that a loved one you placed in the care of a medical facility has been hurt or killed as a result of neglect or abuse. There is no way to make that situation better other than to hold those responsible liable for their...
Wrecked because of a dog? You could have a claim
You were traveling on a high-speed roadway when a dog dashed out from beside the road. No one wants to hit an animal of any kind, so you did what any normal person would do: swerved. While it was fortunate that you did not crash into another person, you did end up...
Choose the right nursing home with your first-hand experiences
Your mom was always your favorite person. She was gracious and kind to others. She was intelligent and always knew what to do in an emergency.It's been difficult to watch her health decline, and the decision to place her in a nursing home was one of the hardest you've...
Answers to important child support questions
As a singular event, divorce itself paints a tale of diversity. When you add the determination of child support and dealing with its aftermath, the stress can be two-fold.In some cases, child support payments come as regular as a daily cup of coffee, but most often,...
What does a Qualified Domestic Relations Order do?
A QDRO is a Qualified Domestic Relations Order. If you're getting divorced, this could be a very important document. It could even open up doors to significant assets that many people overlook in divorce.Essentially, a QDRO divides retirement assets. They get...
Get support with a claim if you have an asbestos-related illness
Mesothelioma can take away your ability to live comfortably. It causes trouble breathing, and you may find out about it so late that you have little you can do to slow it or prevent further damage.Many times, those who are diagnosed with mesothelioma are in the final...
