bankruptcy law

The Daily Docket: Supreme Court to Weigh Credit Bidding

12/13/11

The U.S. Supreme Court has opted to weigh in on one of the hottest topics in bankruptcy: whether lenders have the right to use debt as currency in bankruptcy auctions. Read the Daily Bankruptcy Review article here.

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American Airlines: Not Too Big to Fail

12/12/11

The last domino has fallen. American Airlines, the last of the previous generation of top airlines not to file for bankruptcy, caved in last week and filed for chapter 11 protection. Analysts cite a history of high costs, inefficient operation, and an overall lack of flexibility in a changing business environment. America’s third largest carrier now faces [...]

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Getting Foreclosure Assistance From a Bankruptcy Lawyer

12/05/11

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 can help prevent a debtor’s home from being foreclosed. However, bankruptcy may not be viable option for [...]

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Why Debtors Should Always Seek The Help Of A Bankruptcy Lawyer When Drafting A Chapter 13 Payment Plan

11/15/11

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 arise due to filing for bankruptcy. Debtors seeking bankruptcy protection should always consult a Tampa bankruptcy [...]

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Deciding Which Bankruptcy Chapter Is Appropriate

10/29/11

Bankruptcy may provide some relief to a borrower under financial stress and overwhelmed with debt. Typically, there are two types of bankruptcy available to a debtor, Chapter 7 bankruptcy and Chapter 13 bankruptcy. The requirements and benefits offered by the two types of bankruptcy differ greatly. ATampa bankruptcy attorneycan explain the differences between the two [...]

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How A Bankruptcy Lawyer Can Help Clients Discharge Debts

10/13/11

Chapter 13 bankruptcy may provide some relief to borrowers overwhelmed with debt. Often, the most significant benefit that bankruptcy offers is the discharge of debt. The discharge releases the debtor from all debts included in the bankruptcy. Under current bankruptcy law, creditors included in the bankruptcy may not initiate or continue any legal or other [...]

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The Daily Docket: Hedge Funds Appeal WaMu Ruling

09/28/11

Four hedge funds accused of insider trading in Washington Mutual Inc.’s bankruptcy case are appealing a ruling that denied confirmation of the company’s Chapter 11 plan and found they could be held to account to shareholders for alleged improper behavior. Read the Daily Bankruptcy Review article here.

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