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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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Dismissals by Interested Parties

12/04/11

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 hiding assets, the court will agree and dismiss the case.  You will [...]

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The Power of the Bankruptcy Court

12/04/11

 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 decisions that will influence your life for a long time.  It is not [...]

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When Creditors Come Calling After Your Bankruptcy Discharge

12/02/11

Whether it’s receiving a discharge under chapter 7 or chapter 13, the result is the same: you do not owe anyone, any amount, on your unsecured non-priority debts that existed prior to filing. If you listed it and you received a discharge, then you are no longer responsible or liable for that debt. Most people [...]

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Handling Debts In Bankruptcy

11/29/11

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 the basics about debts in bankruptcy. Unsecured Debts The [...]

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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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Can I discharge back utility bills through the bankruptcy process?

11/25/11

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 being current is not the case and people seek to discharge their back utilities debts through bankruptcy. You [...]

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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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Life During Bankruptcy

11/21/11

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 head on, many of my clients are comforted when [...]

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