The Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 (BAPCPA) changed many aspects of the bankruptcy process. One of the new requirements for filing a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 case is that the debtor must complete a credit counseling course before the petition is filed. Credit counseling courses are offered in person or...Read More
What happens if your ex-spouse files a bankruptcy case? Will it impact you? The answer is “it depends.” It is important to have one of our bankruptcy lawyers review your individual circumstances to help you understand how you might be affected, but below is some general guidance. As soon as your ex-spouse files his or...Read More
When you enter into a business venture with another party, it is crucial that you draft and sign a partnership agreement. Many partners enter into business together because they are friends and they don’t think a written contract between them is necessary. However, having an agreement in place can help avoid disputes as well as...Read More
Many people believe that a contract must be in writing to be enforceable. While it is true that certain agreements are required to be in writing to be enforceable, some oral contracts are valid. How Contracts Work Contracts involving real estate, marriage, performance over multiple years and the sale of goods over $500 are required...Read More
When you fall behind on your mortgage payments and your lender is threatening foreclosure, you should contact us as soon as possible to discuss your debt relief options. A personal bankruptcy filing is typically an option you should strongly consider. In fact, many Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases are filed because homeowners are attempting...Read More
When you file a personal bankruptcy, you should be prepared to provide all of your financial records to your attorney. This includes copies of your tax returns – both state and federal. Your tax returns are important for the following reasons: Tax returns provide your lawyer with a significant amount of financial information all in...Read More
If you are considering filing for bankruptcy protection and you receive Social Security benefits, you are probably wondering how your benefits will be impacted. Social Security Benefits In short, the law protects your Social Security benefits and you will not lose them in your Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 case. However, your benefits can have...Read More
Bankruptcy law requires all debtors to fully disclose all of their assets, debts, income and expenses. You must also file a list of all of your creditors, including any family members or friends that have borrowed money from you. It is crucial to list all of the parties that you owe money to in your...Read More
You are probably aware that the primary downside to filing for bankruptcy protection is that it negatively impacts your credit score. However, how long your bankruptcy remains on your credit report depends on whether you file a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 case. Chapter 7 When you file a Chapter 7, the bankruptcy notation...Read More
If you are past due on your bills, you are probably being harassed by debt collectors. You are probably aware that the law prohibits collectors from using certain harassing and abusive tactics to collect debts. One of the most common ways that collectors violate the law occurs when they contact a debtor on his or...Read More
