Important consumer rights regarding creditor harassment

On Behalf of Bowen Ten PC | Apr 25, 2017 | Chapter 13

Virginia consumers who are struggling to make credit card payments might discover that their issuer has sold their debt to another company. For example, earlier in 2017, Credit Shop, Inc. purchased $1.6 billion in Barclaycard account balances. Often these purchases...

What happens to child support following emancipation

On Behalf of Bowen Ten PC | Apr 18, 2017 | Family Law

If a Virginia parent is required to pay child support, they are usually responsible for payments until their situation changes or the child becomes emancipated. A child usually becomes emancipated when they reach age of majority, which is 18 years of age in the state...

How to keep children safe after a divorce

On Behalf of Bowen Ten PC | Apr 17, 2017 | Family Law

If Virginia custodial parents in Virginia feel as if their children are in danger when around their ex-spouse, it is an issue that should be raised. In any child custody matter, the law places a premium on meeting the best interest of the child. Typically, a judge...

Credit reports and Chapter 13 payments

On Behalf of Bowen Ten PC | Apr 11, 2017 | Chapter 13

When Virginia residents seek relief from overwhelming debt, bankruptcy is often an option. In situations where the individual or couple filing for bankruptcy has a steady income as well as property that they would rather not lose, Chapter 13 bankruptcy may make sense....

Child support and disability issues in Virginia

On Behalf of Bowen Ten PC | Apr 4, 2017 | Family Law

If someone is paying child support and becomes disabled, they are likely to end up with a smaller child support obligation. Child support obligations are tied to a person's income, and many individuals who are suddenly faced with disabilities see their ability to work...

Common misconceptions about filing for bankruptcy in Virginia

On Behalf of Bowen Ten PC | Apr 3, 2017 | Chapter 13

When someone has more debt than they can pay off, filing for bankruptcy may be the best answer. Unfortunately, many people may put off filing because they are afraid that they will lose all of their belongings or never be able to build back their credit. While there...