Executing a Power of Attorney can solve or create problems. It is important to know how they work and how dangerous they can be. Most Estate Plans include a Power of Attorney. They can be very useful to avoid a court appointed guardianship. However, the person entrusted must be chosen carefully. A Power-of-Attorney grants a […]
What would you do if you received an official looking that informed you that you won $8.75 million dollars? What if the letter had a copy of a cashier’s check written to you? Don’t be fooled. The lottery scam begins with a bold announcement. Victims are contacted by telephone, email or mail. (A sample […]
Bankruptcy is a legal proceeding designed to relieve debtors with relief from their creditors. A debtor is required to list all his assets, income and creditors. Most bankruptcies involve cases under Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 of the Bankruptcy Code. Unless a proof of claim is timely and properly filed an unsecured creditor will likely […]