The discharge of your debts in bankruptcy is an important part of relieving you of your debt burden and enabling you to rebuild your finances. When a judge discharges your debt, it means you are no longer responsible for paying it off. However, you may have some debts...
Easing The Stress Of Your Family Law Matter
Year: 2020
Signs you may be in danger of domestic violence
Violence in a relationship does not always happen suddenly. More often, it can be difficult to detect because the perpetrator gradually elevates his or her abusive behavior. If you are thinking about ending your relationship, be aware of these red flags that often...
It’s family first for Attorney James Murphy
For attorney James Murphy, it is all about family. Murphy is managing partner at HP Law, PLLC. Here, he focuses entirely on helping Kentucky families through tough times, and he loves what he does. However, for attorney Murphy, the adage “family first” applies to more...
Dealing with a high conflict divorce
Not all divorces are a “conscious uncoupling,” where you can sit down and work through things together. Sometimes marriages end because the relationship is hostile and full of hurt. More often than not, divorce is difficult and full of conflict. You argue and scream...
Our services amid the COVID-19 social distancing recommendations
We’re taking consultations via teleconference and Zoom video calls with all potential clients during this period. Even though the Courts are closed to majority of in-person hearings, the Jefferson Circuit Family Court Judges are attempting to keep hearing all motions...
Is Chapter 13 bankruptcy a better choice than Chapter 7?
If you have financial troubles that have led to you falling into debt, you may consider filing for bankruptcy protection. Bankruptcy can allow you to avoid collections, resolve your debts and get your credit back on track. You will generally choose between Chapter 13...
The legal rights of a military spouse who is abandoned
In the best of circumstances, marriage presents many challenges to spouses over the years. Military marriages in Kentucky and elsewhere face additional challenges that those in civilian marriages may not experience. Education on the difficulties of marriage and a...
Is my prenuptial agreement valid?
While prenuptial agreements have a bevy of benefits, it is important to understand that they must follow specific rules to be valid under the law. Even if both parties have signed a prenuptial agreement, if divorce occurs and the couple invokes the prenuptial...
How will child support impact your 2019 tax return?
Changes to the federal tax laws affect parents who pay or receive child support. The person who pays child support cannot deduct this amount from taxable income. The person who receives income does not report it as income tax. Before the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2018,...
Could you lose your business?
One of the hardest aspects of a divorce is dividing your lives into two separate entities. This means separating everything, which may include your business. Even if your spouse had nothing to do with running your business, he or she may still have a claim to at least...