by Artillery | Nov 28, 2024 | Resource
What is Identity Theft? Identity theft is when someone uses your name, Social Security number, date of birth, credit card or bank account information, or other personal information without your authorization for the purpose of committing fraud. The fraud may be the... by Artillery | Nov 28, 2024 | Resource
Iowans can have one dependable car and still get welfare benefits, food assistance and Medicaid benefits. Welfare (FIP) and food assistance (food stamps) limit the amount of resources a family can have and still be eligible. Both FIP and food assistance now exclude... by Artillery | Nov 28, 2024 | Resource
What might happen? You got your mail today. There is a letter from the IRS. It isn’t tax refund time so it can’t be anything good. You are tempted to throw it away, but you open it anyway. It is a “Notice of Proposed Deficiency” that says your... by Artillery | Nov 28, 2024 | Resource
Background Iowa Legal Aid staff answer a lot of questions from clients about what will happen to their minor child after they die. Many times the questions are from clients who are very sick. They also come from parents who worry about the other parent’s ability... by Artillery | Nov 28, 2024 | Resource
Most people are afraid when they get court papers. Here is some advice on the court system and what to do if you get court papers. I got a notice someone is suing me in court. What should I do? Read the notice. Write down the date that you received the papers. Count...