Dec 9, 2021 | Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, FAQ, Financial Problems
The majority of people who file Chapter 13 cases do not complete their plans and get a discharge of debt. These plans last three to five years and a lot can happen to people over that span of time. Loss of jobs or income, whether by death, disability, or illness, can...
Nov 15, 2021 | Bankruptcy, Business Debt
Clients are usually very concerned about what the filing of a bankruptcy will do to them in terms of publicity. For individuals, this concern is usually about having friends, neighbors, and relatives learning of their financial difficulties. But for businesses this...
Nov 5, 2021 | Bankruptcy, Blog, Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, Chapter 12 Bankruptcy, Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Credit & Credit Scores
Housing is important to all of us, whether we have gone through a bankruptcy or not. People often have concerns about being able to obtain housing after a bankruptcy. I have been practicing for over forty years and have represented thousands of people in bankruptcy...
Nov 2, 2021 | Bankruptcy, FAQ, Financial Problems, General Bankruptcy
Q. Are My Financial Problems Serious Enough That I Should Consider Filing Bankruptcy? A. Possibly. Take this Yes or No quiz to find out. • Do you make just the minimum payments on your credit cards? • Are creditors or collection agencies calling you because you owe...
Nov 2, 2021 | Bankruptcy, FAQ
Q. What Are Common Reasons People File Bankruptcy? A. There are many reasons why someone would file bankruptcy. The most obvious is to eliminate debt. Additional reasons include: • To stop harassing, threatening, or annoying phone calls • To stop wages from being...
Nov 2, 2021 | Bankruptcy, FAQ, General Bankruptcy
Q. Is Bankruptcy Right For Me? A. Possibly. When choosing bankruptcy, there are many sub-options. A lawyer who is familiar with practicing all forms of bankruptcy can help you make the best choice about which option you should choose. For more on this subject and many...
