Recent modifications to laws related to bankruptcy have made
it more difficult for an individual to apply for bankruptcy.The law is quite complex and there are a lot
of caveats, which exclude certain types of debts from being erased.Let's take a look at some examples and
guidelines. Read more...
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Vs Debt Consolidation
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy and Debt Consolidation are both forms of debt reorganization where the debtor can come to more manageable terms of repayment over a prearranged period. However there are significant differences between these two types of reorganization. Read more...
How are you going to cope?
Isn't it time to get acquainted?
Get To Know About Your Credit Score
In today's society, the importance of knowing, managing and protecting your credit score is immense. Properly managed, your credit rating will provide you access to loans and credit at a much lower interest rate. In some cases, it is also required while getting a job. Clearly you need to know what your rating is and how to properly maintain it. Read more...
Top Ten Reasons People File for Bankruptcy
Eliminate Debt
This process of wiping the slate clean is called a discharge of debts. The
goal of a discharge is to reduce debt to give you a fresh start. Whether it is
through straight bankruptcy (Chapter 7 Bankruptcy) or through reorganization
(Chapter 13 Bankruptcy), most or all of your debts can be cleared. Read more...
Isn't it time to call someone?
Where can you turn?
Is Bankruptcy Right For You?
As we all know, in both our personal and professional lives, sometimes things just don't turn out the way we want them to. Perhaps your income has dropped considerably in this economic downturn. Maybe you have fallen a little behind on payments. We don't plan these occurrences, but sometimes it happens. Bankruptcy may be the solution to help you get your life back. Read more...
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Wed, 20 Jul 2011 12:00:00 EST Ask a Lawyer: Who is affected by the bankruptcy discharge? I filed bankruptcy and got a discharge. I'm now being sued in civil court for something that happened during that time. Can I reopen my bankruptcy case to include?
