Most of our blogs focus on providing advice, tips and general information, so we decided to have a little fun with this blog and discuss some of the fun facts surrounding bankruptcy. How many bankruptcy questions can you answer? Q: Who dubbed the phrase “indubitable equivalence? A: The famous jurist, Judge Learned Hand (See In...Read More
If you are drowning in debt and planning to get married soon, you should not only discuss your finances with your fiancé, but also with one of our experienced lawyers. We can help you determine the best timing for the filing of your bankruptcy and your marriage. When you file a Chapter 7 or Chapter...Read More
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 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 considering filing a Chapter 13 bankruptcy, you will need to submit a plan of repayment for the court to approve. The Chapter 13 plan outlines how your creditors will be paid over a period of three to five years. Once the court has confirmed or approved your plan, you will make monthly...Read More
If you are facing collection lawsuits, filing a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy can be an effective way to halt the lawsuit from proceeding. However, there are certain types of lawsuits that are not halted by a personal bankruptcy filing. Generally speaking, a suit that is seeking the recovery of money is stopped when...Read More
