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This example provided by one of our readers is from New York and is indicative of the process in every state… Who Can be Sued in Small Claims? The defendant may be any individual, partnership, or corporation The defendant must either: reside in Monroe County; or have an office to transact business in Monroe County; […]

Sometimes the cost of hiring a lawyer totals more than the money you’re owed. Small claims court can be a quick and inexpensive way to collect on your own. The court procedures are informal, not intimidating. And a judge, instead of a jury, usually decides the case. Who Can Sue and Be Sued? Any individual, […]

If you’re involved in a legal dispute, you may be able to settle it without going to court. One way to do this is to work out a solution with the help of a mediator-a neutral third-person. Unlike a judge or an arbitrator, a mediator will not take sides or make decisions, but will help […]

Think hard before you rush off to the court clerk’s office to file a lawsuit. The idea of victory may tempt you, but as you probably know, lawsuits can be expensive, time-consuming and emotionally draining. It’s far better to resolve your disputes out of court. One way to do this is through mediation. And there […]

The major drawback to using credit cards is that too many people overextend and find themselves in the black hole of high interest credit card debt. As consumers, we are more in debt than the government; not a flattering comparison. Credit card debt is easy to get into and sometimes very difficult to dig yourself […]

The debate in Congress over whether to reduce or eliminate the estate tax has prompted many Americans to consider how they can further protect the value of their estates. One way gaining popularity is to set up a trust. Contrary to popular conception, trusts aren’t fraught with complexity. There are four major reasons why people – […]