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Domestic Violence and Related Information - MCADSV
The Missouri Coalition Against Domestic Violence (MCADSV) is a centralized domestic and sexual violence clearinghouse for information and resources in Missouri.   To obtain more information about MCADSV you can clink on this link to go to their website. Also, MCDASV has published a valuable booklet entitled, "New 2021 Missouri Law."  The booklet provides information on laws to help survivors of sexual violence and sexual assault to understand the nature and dynamics of domestic violence.
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30 Common Credit Scams: A Guide for Financially Vulnerable Adults
In the modern world, most of us will rely on electronic banking in some form or another. Whether it’s using a card to pay for items in shops, or online transfers, we seamlessly use a blend of digital finance tools and cash in our everyday lives. Unfortunately, this means that there is also a myriad of ways that scammers can target consumers, especially if they are a high-risk group. And with so many different scams doing the rounds, it can be hard to keep track of what you’re meant to look out for.
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The Unites State of Student Debt
"Arial",sans-serif">Being able to access higher education is a wonderful step towards building a financially secure future; enabling people to gain better employment opportunities and live to a higher standard. However, student debt is a complicated issue, and trying to decide if the costs of a degree are worth it can be difficult.
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Advance Directive: It's Your Right to Decide
In Missouri, an advance directive is a legal document that allows individuals to make their healthcare wishes known in advance, should they become unable to make decisions for themselves. It essentially outlines preferences for medical treatment and names a healthcare agent to make decisions on the individual's behalf when they are incapacitated.  Here's a more detailed explanation: What is an Advance Directive?
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Probate Law Resource Guide
Probate & Wills What is a Revocable Living Trust? Joint Tenancy Living Wills and Other Advance Directives Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care Revised Anatomical Gift Act Guardians & Conservators Under Missouri Law Click here to download the guide.
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Is it Legal to…Estate Planning
The Missouri Bar has published a podcast, entitled "Is It Legal to...Estate Planning. Click here to listen to the podcast. If you click on this link you will be leaving this website.
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Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline
Reporting child abuse is everyone's responsibility If you suspect child abuse or neglect, call our toll-free hotline at 1-800-392-3738. Our team will be available to help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you are hearing or speech impaired, call Relay Missouri at 1-800-735-2466 (voice) or 1-800-735-2966 (text).
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The Missouri Bar Money Guide
The Missouri Bar has published the Money Guide to assist with questions concerning debt collection, overdraft fee payday lending information, credit card rules, etc. If you are experiencing money problems in any of these areas more, click on "The Money Guide" pdf document below.
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Power of Attorney In Missouri
In Missouri, a Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document that allows you to appoint someone (an agent) to act on your behalf in financial and/or healthcare matters. Missouri recognizes both general and durable powers of attorney, with the latter remaining in effect even if the principal becomes incapacitated. A healthcare power of attorney allows you to designate someone to make medical decisions for you if you are unable to do so.  Key Aspects of Power of Attorney in Missouri:
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Steps You Can Take To Avoid Foreclosure
Steps You Can Take To Avoid Foreclosure - The Missouri  Bar If you click on the this link you will be leaving this website.
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Domestic Violence and Related Information - MCADSV
The Missouri Coalition Against Domestic Violence (MCADSV) is a centralized domestic and sexual violence clearinghouse for information and resources in Missouri.   To obtain more information about MCADSV you can clink on this link to go to their website. Also, MCDASV has published a valuable booklet entitled, "New 2021 Missouri Law."  The booklet provides information on laws to help survivors of sexual violence and sexual assault to understand the nature and dynamics of domestic violence.
Domestic Violence
30 Common Credit Scams: A Guide for Financially Vulnerable Adults
In the modern world, most of us will rely on electronic banking in some form or another. Whether it’s using a card to pay for items in shops, or online transfers, we seamlessly use a blend of digital finance tools and cash in our everyday lives. Unfortunately, this means that there is also a myriad of ways that scammers can target consumers, especially if they are a high-risk group. And with so many different scams doing the rounds, it can be hard to keep track of what you’re meant to look out for.
ConsumerScams & Identity TheftSenior Citizens
The Unites State of Student Debt
"Arial",sans-serif">Being able to access higher education is a wonderful step towards building a financially secure future; enabling people to gain better employment opportunities and live to a higher standard. However, student debt is a complicated issue, and trying to decide if the costs of a degree are worth it can be difficult.
Consumer
Advance Directive: It's Your Right to Decide
In Missouri, an advance directive is a legal document that allows individuals to make their healthcare wishes known in advance, should they become unable to make decisions for themselves. It essentially outlines preferences for medical treatment and names a healthcare agent to make decisions on the individual's behalf when they are incapacitated.  Here's a more detailed explanation: What is an Advance Directive?
Health CareWills/Estates
Probate Law Resource Guide
Probate & Wills What is a Revocable Living Trust? Joint Tenancy Living Wills and Other Advance Directives Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care Revised Anatomical Gift Act Guardians & Conservators Under Missouri Law Click here to download the guide.
Wills/Estates
Is it Legal to…Estate Planning
The Missouri Bar has published a podcast, entitled "Is It Legal to...Estate Planning. Click here to listen to the podcast. If you click on this link you will be leaving this website.
Missouri Lawyers CornerWills/Estates
Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline
Reporting child abuse is everyone's responsibility If you suspect child abuse or neglect, call our toll-free hotline at 1-800-392-3738. Our team will be available to help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you are hearing or speech impaired, call Relay Missouri at 1-800-735-2466 (voice) or 1-800-735-2966 (text).
DisabilityDomestic Violence
The Missouri Bar Money Guide
The Missouri Bar has published the Money Guide to assist with questions concerning debt collection, overdraft fee payday lending information, credit card rules, etc. If you are experiencing money problems in any of these areas more, click on "The Money Guide" pdf document below.
Consumer
Power of Attorney In Missouri
In Missouri, a Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document that allows you to appoint someone (an agent) to act on your behalf in financial and/or healthcare matters. Missouri recognizes both general and durable powers of attorney, with the latter remaining in effect even if the principal becomes incapacitated. A healthcare power of attorney allows you to designate someone to make medical decisions for you if you are unable to do so.  Key Aspects of Power of Attorney in Missouri:
AttorneysSenior CitizensConsumer
Steps You Can Take To Avoid Foreclosure
Steps You Can Take To Avoid Foreclosure - The Missouri  Bar If you click on the this link you will be leaving this website.
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