It can be a complicated process to file for bankruptcy—and how do you know what type you need? Browse our free bankruptcy library to learn if you're eligible for a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, what assets you can keep, how the action works, and more.
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VA Disability No Longer Income Under Bankruptcy Means Test A new law passed in 2019 brought good news for veterans and their families in regard to filing bankruptcy. When individuals and couples file for bankruptcy... -
COVID-19, Your 341 Meeting & Hearings - FAQ The Department of Justice’s U.S. Trustee Program, which is in charge of overseeing the integrity of the bankruptcy system, has taken steps... -
COVID-19 and Your Bankruptcy Case: FAQ Many of our clients have been calling with questions regarding their bankruptcies, which were filed just before the COVID-19 pandemic closed down courts... -
Bankruptcy Fraud - Falsely Claiming Poverty According to the United States Department of Justice, the Federal Bureau of Investigation has estimated that more than one out of ten bankruptcy... -
Bankruptcy Filers Beware - Petition Mill Scams You open your mailbox and find what looks like a legitimate summons from your local bankruptcy court. Since you never filed for bankruptcy, you wonder if... -
What is a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Discharge? When a debtor submits a petition for a Chapter 7 or a Chapter 13 bankruptcy, the desired result is a bankruptcy discharge. The bankruptcy discharge is an... -
What Will Get Liquidated in My Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case? When you file your Chapter 7 bankruptcy petition, you should already be aware of which assets will get liquidated and which ones you will be able to keep. -
What Happens to Your Assets in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy? Imagine the chance at a fresh financial start that will not only halt the stress of your bad debt but also help you work your way back to good credit. -
What Happens During the 60-Day Wait Period in Chapter 7? The Chapter 7 bankruptcy procedure often causes a great amount of anxiety for individuals and couples going through it. While the process is complex... -
The Three Eligibility Tests for Chapter 7 Bankruptcy In order to file a petition for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, you must pass three tests. Those tests are the Means Test, the Totality of the Circumstances Test... -
Basic Chapter 7 Case From Filing the Petition to Discharge While every bankruptcy case is different and dependent on specific circumstances, there is a general progression for most Chapter 7 bankruptcies. -
How Does the Automatic Stay in Chapter 7 Work? In a nutshell, the automatic stay freezes any and all collection actions that creditors may take against you and your assets during the duration...