Medical debt has a way of weighing even the most cautious individuals down. It’s nearly impossible to predict when a medical emergency will happen, and it can be tough to figure out how much your insurance will cover (if you have insurance at all). You have to be...
Year: 2021
What do the 100 deadliest days of summer mean for you?
Summer is almost here. For most, it brings up thoughts of camping, barbeques, trips to the beach and family vacations. After all, summer is supposed to be a fun, relaxing time -- especially for students and young people who have more free time. However, experts are...
Can Bankruptcy Help Us Recover?
Though 2020 is long over, it has impacted nearly every aspect of the American economy. Many people lost their jobs, and many businesses shuttered their windows. Those that came through relatively unscathed found both their professional and personal lives changed...
How to maximize your compensation after an accident
Your involvement in a minor fender bender can ruin your day, but a severe motor vehicle accident has the potential to devastate both your physical wellbeing and your finances. Victims of severe accidents rely on insurance to help them manage their injury expenses....
3 maintenance issues that drivers need to address to prevent crashes
While the DIY buff may have a garage full of chainsaws and other potentially lethal power tools, the most dangerous thing they own is their car. That is the one possession that is most likely to harm others. If they are too busy installing new shelves or remodeling...
Collections and your work: When can agents call you?
If you are struggling with debt, you may already be frustrated with the situation. Something that would compound that feeling is if a debt collector starts calling you regularly. It may be annoying to have them call your personal phone, especially when you can’t set...
Can Georgia accident victims get compensation for pain and suffering after a car wreck?
If you are reading this post, there is a good chance that you have recently experienced a motor vehicle accident that left you with considerable injuries. You may also be facing substantial financial hardships because of the accident. American states give victims the...
Traffic accidents and deaths hit record high in 2020
Despite the fact that many people pivoted to working from home last year, fatal car accidents rose an astonishing 24% in 2020 over 2019. While you can’t do anything about the numbers (or bad drivers), understanding dangerous trends can help you mitigate your risk of a...
Is that debt collector or a friend sliding into your DMs?
If you’re like most Americans, you rely on social media to keep in touch with everyone from old high school friends to distant relatives and social acquaintances -- often through direct messages (DMs). Unfortunately, the next message request you get could be from a...
How you can spot a drunk or drugged driver
Driving is a daily task that people take for granted, but it can hurt someone or end their life in a second. Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death for people of all ages, including infants. As someone who wants to stay safe on the road, you need to not...