An employee's refusal to take a better job offer may seem baffling at first, but her stems from the very real fear of losing federal benefits.

Millions of financially strapped people have been finding out the hard way that bankruptcy doesn't discharge their student loan debt easily.

Most jury duty lasts only a few days, but some trials can stretch into weeks or even months. If your employer stops paying you during this time, you may be facing a financial crisis.

Franchising a restaurant offers a ready-made business model and a path to success for those willing to take the risk and put in the work.

Few job interview questions cause candidates more problems than this old classic: “How do you deal with conflict?” We look at how to respond when it's you that's on the spot.

More and more states are making financial education a requirement for graduation, out of a growing concern that young adults need more than ever to be ready to make real‑life money decisions.

When you helped your friend apply for Social Security, you didn't realize she didn't report her income as a freelancer. Here’s how to protect yourself against accusations of fraud.

In 2016 a student sued her law school, claiming the university misled its students about employment outcomes after graduation.

If you want a high‑demand, well‑paid job that doesn’t require a four‑year degree, a career as a lineman may be what you're looking for.

You helped your friend get a job with your organization, but now she's showing up late every day and driving everyone nuts. We look at how to handle the situation.

People considering careers as air traffic controllers now wonder if computers will replace humans in the control tower.

Not only does it sting to get fired from a job, but it's also a challenge talking about it in future jobinterviews.