- Child SupportDetermine the last six months' average gross income from all sources, including bonuses, overtime, and child support received. Once you've determined that average amount, multiple that by 12 to determine your average annual income.
- Spousal Support
- Property DamageHarvey has had a devastating impact in this area. The recovery has begun but his effects are far-reaching. Beyond the property damage, distress, and displacement, there is Income Disruption, Increased/Extra Expenses, and ï¬ nancial stress. Income disruption from missed days at work or shut down businesses. There are extra expenses from repairs and even paying for additional living quarters.Here are some hints and information to hopefully help you navigate the coming months.
- BankruptcyFinancial hardships are never easy. Attorney John E. Smith comes from a humble background himself, and remembers the stress of not having enough money to pay creditors, afford things that other families had, or take vacations. Through gravitating to bankruptcy law and founding John E. Smith & Associates, our entire legal staff feels that we are truly helping people in need. The fact that we can relate to hardship while helping relieve stress and keeping people in their homes and cars, provides the sense of accomplishment that we are really doing something good. We never fail to notice that our bankruptcy clients smile more when the work is done.
- ForeclosureAt the moment of filing a bankruptcy, an automatic stay goes into effect. This is a provision of the Bankruptcy Code that prevents most creditor action against you. This is the part of the law that stops foreclosure, lawsuits, levies, and creditor calls. If a creditor does not cease their actions against you, call John E. Smith & Associates immediately.