Okay, so everyone wants a loan modification. Well, maybe not everyone, but a lot of people. And some people want to try it as a DIY project. This would be like trying to stitch yourself up after a serious cut…
Posts Categorized In: Hiring an attorney
California Debt Blog: Be Wary of Attorney Based on Services
Remember on the 12th I wrote about being cautious with mortgage rescue companies? Well, you also need to be careful with attorney-based services or services with attorneys on staff. Diane Karpman, an ethics attorney who writes for the California Bar…
Health Insurers latching on
Interesting story out of Minnesota. Tom Cary lost his wife to medical malpractice. His health insurance paid for her treatment. He filed a lawsuit against the negligent doctor. The health insurer, instead of pooling its resources with Tom to fight…
Do you have a MIST case?
Do you even know what MIST means? Probably not. MIST cases are an acronym for: Minimum Impact Soft Tissue The “minimum impact” part usually means there is less than $1,500 in damage to your car. This does vary by insurance…
California Debt Blog: What if you cannot afford filing fees?
Let’s face it. Most people who are being sued by a debt collector don’t have the money to pay the court costs associated with defending a case. That is a difficult spot to be in. You are being sued, you…
California Debt Blog: When to call an attorney
I am amazed at the number of telephone calls I get from people who have debt issues. I get several phone calls per day. Unfortunately, some of these people I cannot help. Why? The biggest reason: they wait too long…
FAQ: Can I get a second opinion?
Q: My attorney is telling me to settle my case. I don’t want to. What can I do? A: You should either pay for a consultation with another attorney or you should talk to your attorney about your case more….
The Yellow Pages and Hiring an Attorney
A lot of people go to the yellow pages to hire an attorney. After all, where else can you find such a comprehensive list of attorneys looking for work? Okay, you may be able to find such a list on…
Getting a second opinion
I am all in favor of a second opinion. If the doctor tells me I need surgery, I am going to get a second opinion before I do it. Second opinions can be useful. But, sometimes people call me or…
Hiring an attorney: Why it is SO important
I could give you a million reasons why hiring an attorney is so important. From the respect he or she gets from the insurance company to his or her ability to talk to you so that you understand to the…