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News & Analysis as of May 20, 2013

Insight on Estate Planning - Year End 2012

by Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C. on 12/6/2012

In This Issue: - The spousal lifetime access trust: A safety net in uncertain times - Be prepared for a triggering event: If you own interests in a closely held business, consider a buy-sell agreement - Is your...more

CFPB Proposes Making it Easier for Stay-at-Home Spouses and Partners to Get Credit Cards

by Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP on 10/25/2012

On October 17, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB or Bureau) proposed updates to existing regulations to make it easier for spouses or partners who do not work outside of the home to qualify for credit cards. The...more

Rewind: How to Reverse a Judgment by Midland Funding

by John Skiba on 8/23/2012

Unfortunately by the time I meet with many clients they already have a judgment against them by one of the debt buyers like Midland Funding. Wages are being garnished or bank accounts attacked. In this episode I answer two...more

June Brides, Are You Ready for Divorce?

by Lawyers.com on 6/22/2012

June is the most popular month of the year for weddings. But along with all the talk of something borrowed and something blue, a few words of practical financial advice should be included for all those women about to walk...more

Handler Thayer Commercial Alert - The JOBS Act: A Revolutionary Opportunity On Hold

by Christine McKillip on 4/5/2012

On April 5, 2012, President Obama signed the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act (the “JOBS Act”) into law. The JOBS Act encompasses several significant changes to the federal securities laws, providing a proverbial facelift...more

New Regulations on Debt Collectors: Arizona Bankruptcy Attorney

by John Skiba on 1/22/2011

Today in the Wall Street Journal there is an article on new regulations that are being imposed on debt collectors in New Mexico. The new law requires that debt collectors notify the consumer if the statute of limitations has...more