bankruptcy

Some Believe Bankruptcy Laws Exacerbated Housing Market Crisis in Arizona

11/26/11

Some Believe Bankruptcy Laws Exacerbated Housing Market Crisis in Arizona   Could laws changing the requirements for filing bankruptcy worsen or even cause the housing crisis we have seen in the United States over the last three years?  Some believe so, and are arguing that the law should be repealed. In 2005, Congress passed a [...]

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How Much Control Do Bankrupt Dodgers Have Over Baseball Decisions?

11/26/11

How Much Control Do Bankrupt Dodgers Have Over Baseball Decisions?   Not long ago, the Los Angeles Dodgers filed for bankruptcy.  This move was controversial, and concerned many baseball fans.   As sports fans are well aware, good players demand high salaries.  But can the Dodgers renegotiate salaries, and make other financial decisions, while going through [...]

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What Happens To You When Your Employer Files for Bankruptcy?

11/21/11

When Your Employer Files Bankruptcy… In today’s economic climate, it’s not enough to be careful with your own finances – you may face the bankruptcy of your employer.  Then what?  Does your employer have to continue to pay you, and give you health and retirement benefits?  Will you still be able to get paid what [...]

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Can I Pay Back Debts After Filing for Bankruptcy?

11/18/11

Paying back debts after bankruptcy Filing for bankruptcy eliminates your personal liability for debts. Once you receive the discharge order from the court none of your creditors can come after you for what you previously owed. This is the law, creditors who attempt to collect debts that have been discharged through bankruptcy will find themselves [...]

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What are the Tax Consequences of Not Filing for Bankruptcy?

11/18/11

Debts discharged in bankruptcy do not trigger tax liability Most everyone knows that filing for bankruptcy eliminates credit card debt, medical bills and other unsecured loans. However, a significant benefit of filing, that is rarely discussed, are the tax benefits that result when the bankruptcy discharge is issued. The IRS treats canceled debt as income [...]

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How Bankruptcy Stops Collection Calls

11/14/11

The Automatic Stay in Bankruptcy Those who find themselves struggling financially are often the unfortunate victims of creditor harassment and incessant phone calls. The calls can get so bad that families are often forced to leave their  phone off the hook at dinner time. By definition, bankruptcy involves waving the white flag in the face [...]

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