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Alimony, rooted in the Latin word “alimonia,” and meaning nourishment or sustenance, is also known as spousal support or maintenance.The history of Alimony is fascinating and dates far back to the 1750’s BC when it first appeared in the Code of Hammurabi, which stated in pertinent part that a man must support a women who...Read More

Qualification for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy is based solely on income. Specifically, income from the last six complete months. So if we are sitting in November, we analyze gross (not net) income from May 1st to September 30th. (It is a rolling six-month basis, so in December we will count June to November.) We go by...Read More

Below is a copy of a letter that attempts to scam bankruptcy filers. If you receive something like this, please contact me immediately so we can report it to the proper authorities.Read More

If you are struggling to pay your electric and gas bills, you are not alone. Recently, I called the United Illuminating Company for a client and explained that he is living solely on Social Security and cannot afford his electric bill. It did take a few minutes to get through to the customer service representative...Read More

The Judicial Branch of the State of Connecticut tells us in an informational pamphlet that “a child needs emotional and financial support of both parents.” When parents are not together (as a result of never having been married or getting a divorce), the financial support comes in the form of Child Support.The history of child...Read More

Have you ever thought about the history of currency? Turns out, bartering was our first form of exchange as humans. Paper money, as we know it today, didn’t come to fruition until the 9th century. In the 17th century checks (or cheques) were first introduced in England. Credit cards are a rather modern invention first...Read More

If you want to make a statement at your next Summer Event, make this delicious and inexpensive Watermelon Feta Salad! Ingredients:¼ Watermelon, cubed1c Feta Cheese, crumbled1c Red Onion, thinly sliced1 Container of Baby ArugulaDrizzle of Balsamic Glaze or Balsamic Vinaigrette Directions:Toss all ingredients together in a big bowl. (I prefer a white bowl so the...Read More

Most of my days are spent working on straight Chapter 7 Bankruptcies in which my clients receive a Discharge of their debts without ever having to pay them back. But not all folks qualify for Chapter 7. Some people are disqualified because they make too much money or they have too many assets.  People who...Read More

Lots of couples get engaged around the holidays: Christmas, New Years, Valentine’s Day. It’s such an exciting time and an absolute whirlwind of activity. After you have popped the question (or said “yes,” depending on which side of things you are on), posted all the pictures on Instagram and changed your relationship status on Facebook,...Read More