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Christy Bieber, J.D.

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About

Christy Bieber has a JD from UCLA School of Law and began her career as a college instructor and textbook author. She has been writing full time for over a decade with a focus on making financial and legal topics understandable and fun. Her work has appeared on Forbes, CNN Underscored Money, Investopedia, Credit Karma, The Balance, USA Today, and Yahoo Finance, among others.

Christy has been a full-time writer since 2008, writing on legal and financial topics. She writes for Forbes Advisor on a variety of subjects including divorce, personal injury, workers’ compensation, banking, mortgages and student loans.

Christy has focused her career on explaining the ins-and-outs of personal finance and legal issues in a fun, understandable, and informative way. Her work has appeared in major publications including MSN Money, Yahoo Finance, CNN Underscored, Student Loan Hero, LendingTree, Investopedia and Credit Karma.

She has also ghost-written textbooks on law, finance, and business topics and she formerly worked as a college instructor teaching business and paralegal studies.

Expertise

  • Finance
  • Law
  • Mortgages
  • Banks

Other Publications

Education

  • University of California, Los Angeles School of Law (J.D.)
  • University of Rochester (B.A., English, Media and Communications)

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    Best Banks For Trust Accounts In 2025

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    Defamation Of Character: Definition And Examples

  • Personal Injury Statute Of Limitations By State 2025

    If you are hurt, you have the legal right to make a claim for compensation. However, you must take action before the personal injury statute of limitations runs out. If you wait too long, your claim will be time barred...
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  • Slander Lawsuit Guide 2025

    A slander lawsuit allows you to obtain compensation when your reputation is damaged due to defamation. This type of legal claim enables you to recover monetary payments for losses caused when someone made a false statement of fact about you...
    Slander Lawsuit Guide 2025

  • Dacthal Lawsuit 2025 Update

    In 1958, Dacthal was registered for use in the United States. In October 2024, 66 years later, the EPA finalized the cancellation of all products containing the common pesticide. Dacthal's approval was canceled because of the pesticide's dangers. Exposure has...
    Dacthal Lawsuit 2025 Update

  • Car Accident With No Insurance (2025 Guide)

    Although almost all states require drivers to purchase auto insurance, the day may come when you are involved in an accident with someone who is uninsured. Driving without car insurance carries legal penalties and financial risks. If you are involved...
    Car Accident With No Insurance (2025 Guide)

  • How To Settle A Car Accident Claim Without A Lawyer

    If another party causes a car accident that injures you, you can seek compensation through a legal claim or a settlement with their insurance company. While an attorney can help ensure you receive the compensation you deserve, legal representation is...
    How To Settle A Car Accident Claim Without A Lawyer

  • Revocable Vs. Irrevocable Trusts: Differences, Pros And Cons

    Trusts are an important tool for estate planning. They broadly fall into two categories: revocable and irrevocable trusts. But what is the difference between an irrevocable trust and a revocable trust, and which is right for you? This guide can...
    Revocable Vs. Irrevocable Trusts: Differences, Pros And Cons

  • States With The Worst Crime Rates

    In the United States, New Mexico is the most dangerous state, with a higher rate of violent crimes per capita than any other location. New Hampshire is the safest. However, it's important to understand the big picture when assessing risk....
    States With The Worst Crime Rates

  • Mounjaro Lawsuits (2025 Update)

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  • Camp Lejeune Lawsuit 2025 Update

    Millions of people living and working at Camp Lejeune between 1953 and 1987 were potentially exposed to contaminated water and put at risk of serious health issues. Many of those individuals have now filed a Camp Lejeune lawsuit to pursue...
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  • Bard PowerPort Lawsuit (2025 Update)

    Bard PowerPorts are implantable medical devices designed to streamline the delivery of medications. The devices are put under the skin and contain a reservoir through which medication can be injected. Unfortunately, PowerPorts manufactured by C.R. Bard may malfunction and cause...
    Bard PowerPort Lawsuit (2025 Update)

  • When You Should File A Complaint Against An Attorney

    When you hire a lawyer, you expect your attorney to provide competent representation. Unfortunately, that doesn’t always happen, and you may need to file a complaint against your lawyer. There are two options when you need to hold an attorney...
    When You Should File A Complaint Against An Attorney

  • T-Bone Accident Causes, Injuries, Fault And Legal Options

    Car accidents can occur in many ways. When the front of one car strikes another on the side, this is often called a T-bone accident since the vehicles form the shape of the letter "T." Also called broadside accidents, T-bone...
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  • What Is Deportation: Process And Basics

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  • Divorce With Kids: Everything You Need To Know

    Ending your marriage usually creates financial, emotional and legal challenges. That is especially true when children are involved. During a divorce with kids, you need to navigate issues related to custody and child support while making sure to always act...
    Divorce With Kids: Everything You Need To Know

  • What Is A Power Of Attorney (POA)?

    A power of attorney is a legal document you create that gives someone else legal authority to act on your behalf. Depending on the type of POA, you could give someone limited power or general power to make decisions and...
    What Is A Power Of Attorney (POA)?

  • Death Penalty Laws By State 2025 Guide

    The death penalty can be imposed only for capital offenses, including murder, treason, genocide or kidnapping of the president, a member of Congress or a Supreme Court justice. It is a possible sentence in both federal and state crime cases....
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  • Mediation Vs. Arbitration: Differences, Pros And Cons

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    Mediation Vs. Arbitration: Differences, Pros And Cons

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    Texas recording laws allow for recording in more situations than some states, but there are still strict limitations on when you can record a conversation. Texas is a one-party consent state, which means its laws tend to allow legal recording...
    Texas Recording Laws 2025 Guide

  • Wisconsin Car Accident Laws 2024 Guide

    In 2022, there were 547 fatal motor vehicle accidents in Wisconsin and 25,071 crashes that caused injuries. There were also many more collisions resulting in property damage only. In fact, a total of 128,830 collisions occurred on the state's roads...
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  • Iowa DUI Laws 2025 Guide

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    How Long After An Accident Can You File A Claim?

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About

Christy Bieber has a JD from UCLA School of Law and began her career as a college instructor and textbook author. She has been writing full time for over a decade with a focus on making financial and legal topics understandable and fun. Her work has appeared on Forbes, CNN Underscored Money, Investopedia, Credit Karma, The Balance, USA Today, and Yahoo Finance, among others.