Many people in Kentucky are currently living with some amount of credit card debt. This isn't unusual as many households throughout the U.S. use credit cards to manage their personal finances. However, when credit card debt becomes unmanageable, people may need to...
Year: 2018
Improve safety with these distracted driving tips
You may be a safe and cautious driver. That doesn't mean all other drivers who share Kentucky roadways with you are the same. In fact, some are outright menaces to all who share their travel space. Distracted driving is one of the biggest causes of personal injury and...
The many symptoms of soft tissue injuries
Car accident victims in Kentucky may be suffering from soft tissue injuries without knowing it. Injuries to soft tissue, which includes the muscles, ligaments and tendons, cannot be detected by X-ray. Therefore, a correct diagnosis can sometimes be difficult. Since...
Being sued for medical debt? Consider filing bankruptcy
Like most Kentucky residents, you know how expensive medical care can be these days, and having insurance doesn't always make it better. Rising premiums and high deductibles make most people avoid going to the doctor for what they consider minor health issues and...
How bankruptcy impacts vehicle ownership
An individual going through bankruptcy in Kentucky doesn't necessarily have to give up their vehicle during the proceedings. This may be true even if the lender was otherwise inclined to repossess the car. When a person files for bankruptcy, they receive an automatic...
Depression, stress increase women’s risk for work injuries
Researchers have just concluded a study that points out striking differences between the injury rates among men and women workers. Though the results will require further research to better understand, employees and employers in Kentucky may want to take the findings...
Learning more about credit card debt balances
Americans had a collective credit card debt balance of more than $1 trillion in 2017. This was according to data from the Federal Reserve. However, that debt isn't necessarily spread evenly throughout the country. A Creditcards.com survey looked to see which cities...
Chapter 13 bankruptcy may help you get your repayments on track
Whether you have struggled with your finances for years or recently experienced a sudden event, such as a medical emergency or job loss that led to financial difficulties, you know that these issues can affect most areas of your life. You may find yourself unable to...
Possible changes to mortgage modification rule
A growing trend in Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases has affected the way residential mortgages are treated in bankruptcy court. A series of decisions from bankruptcy courts has expanded the application of so-called "cram down" mortgage modifications. Should this trend...
How to keep workers safe in a warehouse
When a warehouse employee in Kentucky or anywhere else suffers an injury at work, the employer often comes under fire. However, there are steps that companies can take to keep workers safe. First, employers should make sure that employees are following protocols at...