Student loan payments can quickly become overwhelming when life takes an unexpected turn. A job loss, medical emergency, divorce, or other financial hardship can make it difficult to keep up with monthly obligations, especially when student loans are already consuming
McCarthy Law PLC
McCarthy Law PLC helps people in difficult financial situations because of too much debt. For many different reasons – the loss of a job, personal or medical emergencies, divorce, declining home values, a difficult economic environment – many people find themselves in financial difficulties. As debt attorneys, we are one of the rare debt settlement companies that can actually represent you in lawsuits and defend you against your creditors.
Finances are a very personal matter and should be discussed with a qualified debt attorney.
McCarthy Law's Mission:
"An America in which no family is burdened by debt. Our role in bringing vision to reality. We negotiate for large reductions in our clients' debts without the need for bankruptcy." - Kevin Fallon McCarthy, Managing Attorney.
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Rebuilding Your Finances After Debt Settlement
The phone finally stops ringing. The stacks of letters from a creditor no longer cause your stomach to drop. That constant, heavy weight of unmanageable debt has lifted. This moment, right after completing a debt settlement plan, is filled with…
How to Avoid Wage Garnishment During Debt Settlement
Imagine checking your paycheck and finding a large chunk missing. No warning, no final conversation, just less money for your bills, your family, and your life. That’s the harsh reality of wage garnishment. It’s a creditor’s ultimate power play, a…
Can Co-Signers Be Sued for Private Student Loan Debt?
Co-signing a loan is a big deal. For a student, having you co-sign can open doors, often leading to a much lower interest rate or approval for a loan they couldn’t get on their own. As the co-signer, you might…
Why Settled Debts May Appear as Open on Your Credit Report
You did it. You went through the whole process of a debt settlement. You put in the work to get that nagging credit card debt or personal loan behind you. It was a weight holding you back, and now you…
Why U.S. Customers With the Best Credit Scores Are Starting to Fall Behind on Payments
In today’s economy, the financial doors seem to be closing on many people, including those who have always had a solid financial footing. It’s a trend we’re seeing more and more, and it’s becoming more common nationwide. A recent report…
Building an Emergency Fund While Paying Off Debt: A Step-by-Step Guide
Deciding to build an emergency fund is one of the most important financial moves you can make. Life is unpredictable. Emergencies happen without warning, and they can be anything from replacing a couple of flat tires to something more serious,…
How to Dispute Inaccurate Debt Accounts on Your Credit Report
That sinking feeling when you check your credit report and see a debt you don’t recognize is a unique kind of stress. It’s a shadow that can follow your financial life, blocking your goals and causing constant anxiety. These inaccurate…
The Risks of Refinancing Private Student Loans
Refinancing a loan can feel like a breath of fresh air. You often see it with a car loan or a mortgage. You trade in your old loan for a new one, hopefully with a lower interest rate and a…
Common Mistakes People Make During the Debt Settlement Process
The debt settlement process is stressful. There is no way around that reality. You are often left worrying about your debt for long stretches, hoping for a favorable outcome that provides genuine debt relief. Working with a dedicated debt settlement…