Are you struggling to make ends meet as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic? Bankruptcy may be your best option. We can help you on your way to a fresh start! https://www.amourgis.com/blog/what-you-need-to-know-if-you-are-considering-bankruptcy-because-of-covid-19/

Despite the shutdown raging across the country, many people will still sustain injuries that will require a personal injury claim. Whether a car accident, slip and fall or another ordinary event (we’re looking at you, novice lumberjacks), accident victims can still bring a personal injury claim to pursue compensation for their injuries. However, there may be some issues that could affect a claim. Here’s what you need to know. https://www.amourgis.com/blog/the-impact-of-covid-19-on-personal-injury-cases/

With looming due dates on the horizon, your bills need to be addressed. But will you need to pay them all? Luckily, help is available- you just need to ask for it. https://www.amourgis.com/blog/do-i-have-to-pay-my-bills/ AMOURGIS.COM Do I Have To Pay My Bills?

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The primary difference between a Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy involves how a debtor’s debts are paid off during the bankruptcy process. In Chapter 7, the debtor’s estate is largely liquidated. The money from the liquidation is used to pay off as much of the debt as is owed to creditors. In a Chapter 13 bankruptcy, the debtor usually does not liquidate large portions of the estate. Instead, the debtor comes up with a plan to pay off all or a substantial portion of debts within a three to five-year period. Ultimately, filers for Chapter 13 bankruptcy get to keep more of their property. Creditors recover more money on the debts they’re owed.

As the foliage falls and winds blow, leaves litter the road. They can cause motorists to park farther from the curb to accommodate piles, create puddles as they block drainage, hide potholes and pavement markings, prompt bicyclists to stray from their designated lanes and turn into a slick mess when they coat the road during rain. That's because wet leaves create a mat that reduces traction no matter how new your tires are. Then come the leaf peepers. You're familiar with these tourists if you live in some areas of the country, but even locals can be prone to slowing down if an especially beautiful display of color catches their eyes. With both leaf peepers and fallen foliage, make sure you have plenty of stopping distance to avoid a rear-ender. Have you been involved in an accident? Let us help. Call us today or visit our website. 3200 W Market St, Suite 106 Akron, OH 44333 844.668.9599 www.amourgis.com

Today, we say Thank You to all of our Veterans. Happy Veterans Day!

Say hello to one of our attorneys, Brooke Elliott. Brooke joined Amourgis & Associates as an Associate Attorney in 2016. Brooke’s focus is to help Ohio families relieve financial hardships by gaining a fresh start, organizing debts, or saving their home from foreclosure. Brooke earned a Bachelor of Science from The Ohio State University in 2011. She then earned her Juris Doctor from Capital University Law School in 2015. Brooke was raised and continues to reside in Columbus, she is very passionate about her community and feels rewarded with each individual that she has advised. In her spare time, Brooke enjoys spending time with family and friends. Her young son keeps her smiling and motivated to make the future brighter. We are blessed to have Brooke on our team.

Did you know.... You're 3.5 times as likely to hit an animal, especially a deer, in November as at any other time of the year? Here are some tips to help you stay safe. - Be especially attentive during peak deer hours. - Use extra caution when driving through deer-crossing zones. - Know that deer seldom run alone. - Use high beam headlights - Slow down and blow your horn - Brake firmly but stay in your lane - Always wear your seat belt. Have you been involved in an accident? Let us help. Call us today or visit our website. 3200 W Market St, Suite 106 Akron, OH 44333 844.668.9599 www.amourgis.com

When you get into a car accident, there are certain steps you may want to take in order to help make sure everyone is safe, to follow the law and to get the insurance claim process started. Step #2: Check on the well-being of your passengers If you're not too hurt to move, check on the other passengers in your car. If anyone's injured, get on the phone with emergency services or ask a bystander to call for help. Have you or someone you know been in an auto accident. Call us today! 3200 W Market St, Suite 106 Akron, OH 44333 844.668.9599 www.amourgis.com

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When you get into a car accident, there are certain steps you may want to take in order to help make sure everyone is safe, to follow the law and to get the insurance claim process started. Throughout February, we will be sharing steps on what to do when you are in a car accident. Step #1: Check Yourself for Injuries If you or someone else in the accident has been injured, call 911 to summon emergency medical services. Otherwise, contact the local police department (or state police if on a highway). The officer that arrives at the accident scene will prepare a police accident report. Be sure to obtain a copy of this report from the police department. Have you or someone you know been in an auto accident. Call us today! 3200 W Market St, Suite 106 Akron, OH 44333 844.668.9599 www.amourgis.com

*** TRIVIA FRIDAY *** Win a $10 Amazon Gift Card. Ohio is known for inventing many things we see every day. For today's question, we are going to test your knowledge of Ohio cities. What Ohio city was the first to use police cars? Let us know your guess below. We will pick 1 person, from all the answers, to win a $10 Amazon Gift Card. Winner will be chosen on Monday, February 1, 2021 . All answers must be submitted by Sunday, January 31, 2021 at 11:59pm. This contest is not sponsored by Facebook, Amazon, or it's entities.