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A Credit Counselor Versus a Bankruptcy Attorney

When I was drowning in debt, I knew that soon enough I would need to file for bankruptcy. I simply didn't make enough to cover the amount of debt I had accumulated. However, I was not sure whether I should work with a credit counselor or a bankruptcy attorney. I did a lot of research on the subject and found that there are pros and cons to working with both a credit counselor and a bankruptcy attorney, and that you also had the option of working with both at the same time. Ultimately, I decided to hire the attorney, but that may not be the best option for everyone. I created this website to help you understand what a credit counselor is and what they do, what a bankruptcy attorney is and what they do and how each can help you if you are drowning in debt.

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Take Action Immediately After Injury

14 August 2015
 Categories: Law, Blog

Getting injured can be one of the hardest things that can happen in your life. It can cause you to not be able to work, play, and cause serious pain and anguish and prevent you from doing everyday activities. When you are injured and it is the fault of someone else, the insurance companies and other parties may refuse to pay you the proper compensation to take care of your injuries, loss of work and pain and suffering. Hiring a personal injury attorney can help get you this compensation. Immediately after you are injured, there are certain steps you will want to take to make sure that you have the best chance of getting the proper compensation.

1. File an Incident or Police Report. If you have been accidentally injured due to negligence or on someone else's property, you will want to file an incident or accident report. If you were attacked and injured, you will want to file a police report. By immediately having these reports, you will have an initial and proper account of what happened. This will help when it comes time to prove what happened.

2. Get Medical Attention and Keep Records. One of the most important things you will do is get the proper medical attention that you need. As you receive medical help, make sure to keep all of your records. You will want to keep the records of what injuries you received and how much treatment will cost. Your attorney will be able to use this information to help show exactly what happened and how much you should be compensated.

3. Gather Witnesses. If you were injured in a public area with a lot of witnesses present, it would be prudent to gather their information. A witness that can corroborate your story will go a long way in getting a settlement from the insurance company and demonstrating the accuracy of your story.

4. Take Pictures. If you have a visible injury, you will want to take pictures immediately. These pictures can demonstrate the extent of the injury before the healing process has occurred. You will also want to take pictures of the reason why you were injured. Slippery sidewalks, car accidents, and other dangerous environments can demonstrate negligence from the other party.

By taking these immediate actions, you will be better prepared to work with your attorney to present a valid and accurate case. You will have much better of a chance to get the compensation you need and deserve.