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When you have hit a financial meltdown, bankruptcy may be your only hope for a fresh start. With the proper filing, you can straighten up your finances and keep the things you need to work and live. Before you file for bankruptcy, it is imperative that you hire an experienced Stockton bankruptcy attorney to explain …

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Under California law, which was passed in February 2016, courts cannot inquire about a plaintiff’s immigration status in a personal injury case. Unfortunately, undocumented injury victims were not always granted this right. Prior to this law, defendants were permitted to raise the immigration status of an injured plaintiff as a defense to the determination of …

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Any type of head injury, regardless of degree of severity, can significantly impact all aspects of your life and the lives of your loved ones. Each year, about 2.5 million individuals suffer traumatic brain injuries (TBI), of which approximately 500,000 result in death, and over 800,000 suffer permanent disability.  According to the Centers for Disease …

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Bankruptcy proceedings are processed through the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, which is part of the federal court system. Unless sealed, all documents filed in a bankruptcy case are public and can be viewed by anyone. Information contained in bankruptcy case documents is also a matter of public record.  What Is a Public Record and Are Bankruptcies …

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A serious motor vehicle collision can result in serious and life altering injuries. Although any injury can impact your life after an accident, perhaps the most serious types of injuries are the ones involving the spinal cord. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), motor vehicle accidents are the number one cause of spinal …

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It is very unusual for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing to be rejected or denied, but it nevertheless does happen. Most denials or rejections are due to the lack of attention to details in the filing process or errors made on the preparation of the petitions. In other cases, fraud may be the reason for …

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Crashes involving trucks, especially big rigs and tractor trailers, almost always involve some type of serious injuries. Despite what most people think, truck drivers can also get seriously injured in a truck accident. Just because they are in a bigger vehicle, it does not mean they are shielded from injuries in the event of a …

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Bicycles are increasingly becoming more prevalent on the road, both as a mode of transportation and for exercise. However, just like driving a car, riding a bicycle can come with many dangers, including serious crashes.  Although you may not be able to completely avoid all dangers when riding your bicycle, your ride can be much …

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