Cannabis has been a difficult topic for companies seeking protection in Texas and across the country. As cannabis is legalized for recreational or medical use in a growing number of states and decriminalized in many more, the number of businesses associated with...
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
What to know about bankruptcy
Individuals in Texas may be able to erase some or all of their debts by filing for bankruptcy. The two most common forms of bankruptcy are Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. A Chapter 7 proceeding is often referred to as a liquidation bankruptcy. To qualify for this type of...
Choosing the right type of personal bankruptcy
Many people in Texas are struggling with insurmountable debt burdens, annoying or harassing collection calls and difficult financial circumstances. They may be looking for an exit to a new financial future that can offer significant debt relief. People who are unable...
Credit card debt a long-term burden
Many Texas residents struggle to make ends meet, especially if they are drowning in credit card debt. It can be all too easy for credit card obligations to add up, especially as interest rates climb. While many people intend to pay off their balances every month, it...
Dealing with a debt collection lawsuit
People in Texas may be deeply concerned about what to do if they receive a letter from a debt collector threatening a lawsuit. Their concerns may escalate if they learn that a case has been filed against them. This situation adds stress to the lives of people who are...
Many Americans do not realize they are in debt
In Texas and across the United States, 20% of Americans do not know whether they owe money on their credit cards, and 30% have no knowledge about their credit line interest rates. A current U.S. News & World Report survey also shows that 24% of Americans have...
Medical debts may hurt credit scores
A study conducted by Consumer Reports magazine found that 30 percent of Americans have at least $500 in outstanding medical bills. People in Texas who are struggling to pay medical debts might see their credit scores negatively impacted. Medical debt is handled...
Credit impact of bankruptcy lessens with time
Many Texas consumers face seemingly insurmountable debt.. They may have credit card bills with balances that got out of control, or they may have found an unexpected illness saddling them with medical bills. They struggle to pay their bills each month and face...
American consumer debt continues to rise
People in Texas and across the country owe an ever-increasing amount of debt. In February, consumer credit rose less than expected, but still grew by $15.2 billion. Outstanding debt had been predicted to rise by $17.5 billion in February, according to the Federal...
Out-of-network medical bills
Some hospital patients in Texas may find themselves unpleasantly surprised when they receive their medical bills. In some cases, certain treatments or services are not eligible for in-network insurance coverage. This can mean that some patients get hospital bills that...


