News Topic: Bankruptcy Basics

“Can I lose my security clearance if I file for bankruptcy ? ... Read full article

Consumer bankruptcy lawyers are among the most unappreciated and underpaid people in the entire bankruptcy system. On a time spent basis, we rarely get paid our full hourly rate for the time we put into each case. On a benefit to our client basis, we ... Read full article

... Read full article

... Read full article

... Read full article

As a Dallas bankruptcy lawyer, I have many clients that know very little about the bankruptcy process when they come in for a consultation. It is important that anyone considering filing for bankruptcy to have a basic understanding of the process before ... Read full article

The exact process of getting an online Used Car Loans is very simple. Here are some step-by-step instructions on how to go about it the right way. Contact an online used car financial lender before you can even a car. This is because a bad credit borrower ... Read full article

If you are overwhelmed with debt filing for bankruptcy may provide some relief. Bankruptcy can allow a debtor to restructure his debt and regain financial health. Typically, there are two types of bankruptcy available to a debtor, Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. ... Read full article

Bankruptcy Relief Hasn’t Always Been Available Bankruptcy is a process under federal law whereby individuals as well as businesses can shed unmanageable debt and start over. Under the right circumstances, filing for bankruptcy can provide tremendous ... Read full article

How Can Bankruptcy Turn the Tables for the Debtor When people consider filing for bankruptcy, their first concern is usually what negative consequences may stem from their decision.  Making the decision to file for bankruptcy is an important one, and one ... Read full article

If you are overwhelmed with debt, filing for chapter 13 bankruptcy may provide some relief. Chapter 13 provides debtors with an opportunity to restructure their outstanding debt and restore their financial health. Furthermore, in some situations chapter 13 ... Read full article

Bennett v. Bennett (In re Bennett), No. 09-44442-BDL (Bankr. W.D. Wash., January 19, 2011). When you file for bankruptcy, any “interested” party can ask the court to dismiss your case.  If the court finds that you abused the bankruptcy laws, by lying or ... Read full article

 In re: Moser, No. 09-11945 (Bankr. N.D. Calif., May 18, 2011). In your interactions with the bankruptcy court, it is important to be as kind and respectful, and honest as possible.  The bankruptcy court has a lot of discretion in making important ... Read full article

As a Fort Worth bankruptcy attorney, I strive to not only represent my clients but educate them about the bankruptcy process as well.  I feel it is important for every filer to know and understand how the process works. To do that, I typically start with ... Read full article

When people are current with their utility bills, utilities rarely become an issue in bankruptcy.  That is because Section 11 U.S.C. § 366(a), prohibits utility companies from discriminating against people based solely on bankruptcy filing.  However, often ... Read full article

As a Fort Worth bankruptcy attorney, I am used to dealing with clients who have many fears about the bankruptcy process. I always tell my clients that bankruptcy is a tool to help, not cause damage or undue stress. While some clients must face their fear ... Read full article

The popularity of PalPay as the easiest way to send and receive money on the web has grown tremendously since its start in 1999.  PayPal is the preferred payment method for eBay users. When people are faced with the loss of a job or a host of other ... Read full article

If you are overwhelmed with debt filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy may provide some relief. Chapter 13 allows a debtor to restructure his debt, which can significantly improve a debtor’s financial position. However, there are many consequences, which can ... Read full article