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Covers bankruptcy and foreclosure defense news. Debt Relief Group LLC.

http://1800debtrelief.com/bankruptcy-news/

May 24
Costly Debt Mistake

Costly Debt Mistake

Did you know that debt can actually be a good thing? Seems counterintuitive, but it’s true. Having a small to moderate level of debt, with a responsible payment history, is what makes your credit score soar. However, debt is a slippery…
May 22
The Fight Against Foreclosure

The Fight Against Foreclosure

Hundreds of thousands of families have been displaced from their homes in recent years as the wave of the foreclosure crisis swept the nation. While some were fortunate enough to defend against the loss of their homes, others have not been so…
May 20
Study Shows Bankruptcy More Likely For Cancer Patient

Study Shows Bankruptcy More Likely For Cancer Patient

The healthcare crisis facing this nation is one that has been mounting over the last several decades. As the costs of healthcare rise and the ability for consumers to stay insured becomes pressured, many people are left in financial hardship…

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Credit Slips

Discusses credit and bankruptcy. By Professors Bob Lawless, Angela Littwin, Katie Porter, John Pottow, Deborah Thorne and Elizabeth Warren.

http://www.creditslips.org/creditslips/

May 23
The IMF is Not/Not - NOT- Reviving Its Sovereign Bankruptcy Proposal

The IMF is Not/Not - NOT- Reviving Its Sovereign Bankruptcy Proposal

For all the hopers, dreamers, and scaredy-cats out there--Relax. The long-awaited IMF overview paper on sovereign debt restructuring is here, the first since 2005. And it does not revive the Sovereign Debt Restructuring Mechanism (SDRM)…
May 23
Equitable Mootness and Forum Shopping

Equitable Mootness and Forum Shopping

A few weeks ago, the Supreme Court denied cert in a case called Law Debenture Trust Co. v. Charter Communications, Inc. (No. 12-847). The issue was whether the Second Circuit had correctly applied the doctrine of equitable mootness to an...
May 23
Ice Cube Bonds: New Paper on 363 Sales and Chapter 11

Ice Cube Bonds: New Paper on 363 Sales and Chapter 11

FAC UT ARDEAT, begins The Flamethrowers by Rachel Kushner. It means "made to burn," the narrator learns (from that "gasbag . . . Chesil Jones"). Whether your preferred hurry-up 363 sale metaphor involves flames, ice, or a…

Rank this Week: 141

Ogden Bankruptcy Blog

By Jason Richards.

http://ogdenbankruptcyblog.com/

May 20
The Means Test

The Means Test

The Huffington Post is reporting today that David Adkins (aka “Sinbad”) filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in California. Sinbad’s case, in my view, completely underscores the unfairness of the 2005 amendments to the bankruptcy…
Apr 6
Debtors Prison

Debtors Prison

credit: http://philoforchange.wordpress.com There was a great article in the Salt Lake Tribune today about small claims courts and bench warrants. The article discusses several cases where debtors were locked up in handcuffs upon entering the…
Mar 12
Utah legislature increasing bankruptcy exemption

Utah legislature increasing bankruptcy exemption

The Utah Legislature is about the pass a bill that increases the following exemption amounts for personal bankruptcy: Increases homestead exemption from $20,000 to $30,000 per individual; Increases vehicle exemption from $2500 to $3000 per…

Rank this Week: 183

California Bankruptcy Blog

Covers chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy information. By Southern California Law Advocates, P.C.

http://www.socaladvocates.com/blog/

May 24
The Important Concept of “Fraudulent Transfers” Explored in a New Local Appeals Court Ruling

The Important Concept of “Fraudulent Transfers” Explored in a New Local Appeals Court Ruling

On April 30, 2013, the federal Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals—which hears appeals of bankruptcy court decisions throughout the greater West Coast region including California—published an opinion (In re Fitness Holdings…
May 23
Do I Have to List All My Debts In My Bankruptcy?

Do I Have to List All My Debts In My Bankruptcy?

As bankruptcy lawyers we often get asked the question “Do I Have to List All My Debts In My Bankruptcy?”. Some of the reasons that people have indicated for keeping a particular credit card or debt include: …
May 22
Why Do I Have to Pay the Bankruptcy Attorney Before He Files My Case?

Why Do I Have to Pay the Bankruptcy Attorney Before He Files My Case?

When you decide that you need to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy to protect yourself from creditors, in most cases you want to file right away. The need to file right away is usually a result of creditor harassment, a pending…

Rank this Week: 267

Alabama Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Covers bankruptcy and foreclosure law. By Eversole Law LLC.

http://www.alabamabankruptcylawyer-blog.com/

May 22
Alabama Debt Watch: Deviant Collection Practices Result in Lawsuit

Alabama Debt Watch: Deviant Collection Practices Result in Lawsuit

Debt collectors don't have a reputation for being benevolent or even particularly all that fair with people. But those employed by JP Morgan Chase, apparently, were committing illegal collection abuses against tens of thousands of consumers…
May 12
Alabama Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Lawyers Discuss Rebuilding Credit

Alabama Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Lawyers Discuss Rebuilding Credit

It's a myth that a bankruptcy is going to permanently decimate your credit score. The truth is, it will take some time, planning and effort to rebuild it, but our Birmingham bankruptcy lawyers know the process is not likely to hinder you…
May 6
Birmingham Bankruptcy Help: Depression Drives Debt, Studies Suggest

Birmingham Bankruptcy Help: Depression Drives Debt, Studies Suggest

Our Birmingham bankruptcy lawyers know it makes sense that someone deeply in debt would find themselves distraught and perhaps even greatly depressed about the situation. However, new research suggests that depression may actual fuel debt.…

Rank this Week: 275

Walden & Pfannenstiel Blog

Covers bankruptcy and estate planning.

http://wplawpractice.com/blog/

May 15
Where is a Kansas Bankruptcy Case Filed?

Where is a Kansas Bankruptcy Case Filed?

Bankruptcy cases are filed in U.S. Bankruptcy Court, which is a division of the Federal District Courts. Divorce, collection, probate and similar cases are filed in one of the 31 Kansas District Courts located sporadically throughout…
Apr 30
Bankruptcy Median Income Update for Kansas and Missouri

Bankruptcy Median Income Update for Kansas and Missouri

The Means Test looks at your Median Income to determine for which Chapter of Bankruptcy you qualify: Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 As of tomorrow, May 1, 2013, the Median Income Levels are changing once again. They are back up in Kansas. This comes…
Apr 30
Bankruptcy Median Income Update for Kansas and Missouri

Bankruptcy Median Income Update for Kansas and Missouri

The Means Test looks at your Median Income to determine for which Chapter of Bankruptcy you qualify: Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 As of tomorrow, May 1, 2013, the Median Income Levels are changing once again. They are back up in Kansas. This comes…

Rank this Week: 333

Lanigan and Lanigan, P.L.

Covers bankruptcy and foreclosure in Florida.

http://laniganpl.com/

May 18
New Florida Foreclosure Procedures Law Explained

New Florida Foreclosure Procedures Law Explained

Florida homeowners by now should know that the Florida Senate on Friday May 3 passed the new Florida foreclosure procedures law. The law made it through the House and now heads to Gov. Rick Scott for final approval. Governor…
May 14
Americans’ Debt, Foreclosures Down Nationally

Americans’ Debt, Foreclosures Down Nationally

The New York Federal Reserve said the total amount of debt held by Americans fell in the first three months of 2013, the lowest level since 2006. Florida’s foreclosures are still rated No. 2 in the nation behind California and according…
May 2
When a Mortgage Default Is Not a Mortgage Default

When a Mortgage Default Is Not a Mortgage Default

Eric Lanigan is a foreclosure attorney in Winter Park Florida with Lanigan and Lanigan and has practiced Florida law since 1976. He’s dealt with a lot of clients over the years in complex foreclosure cases. Here he talks to homeowners…

Rank this Week: 355

Colorado Bankruptcy Blawg

Covers debt relief for Colorado consumers and businesses under Chapters 7 and 13 of the Bankruptcy Code. By Robin Kert Hunt.

http://web.mac.com/coloatty/iWeb/bkr/blawg/blawg.html

Dec 16
Down & Dirty CLE: Holiday CLE Celebration 12/16/2011

Down & Dirty CLE: Holiday CLE Celebration 12/16/2011

The next Down & Dirty CLE is Friday, December 16, 2011, 08:30
Aug 3
Brown bag discussion with Colorado bankruptcy judge

Brown bag discussion with Colorado bankruptcy judge

07/20/2011 update from the court:
Jul 15
Will I lose my LLC if I file personal bankruptcy?

Will I lose my LLC if I file personal bankruptcy?

A limited liability company (LLC) is a business entity that is separate from any individual member (owner) of the LLC. For bankruptcy purposes, a debtor's interest in an LLC has some sort of value, usually the debtor's share of any equity…

Rank this Week: 366

Oregon and Washington Bankruptcy…

Oregon and Washington Bankruptcy Blog

Provides bankruptcy information for people living in Oregon and Washington. By the Northwest Debt Relief Law Firm.

http://www.nwdrlf.com/blog

May 23
Crushing Burden of Student Loans in Oregon and Washington

Crushing Burden of Student Loans in Oregon and Washington

The class of 2013 has just replaced the class of 2012 for the title of the most indebted class in American history. With the way student loan burdens are increasing, the class of 2013 will inevitably lose their title to next year’s…
May 20
Student Loans and Bankruptcy

Student Loans and Bankruptcy

Debtors across both Oregon and Washington who are being harassed by student loan lenders and hope to eliminate these debts through Chapter 7 Bankruptcy must navigate their way through a pretty nasty test. Bankruptcy courts in both Oregon and…
May 18
Multnomah County Suing Mortgage Monster

Multnomah County Suing Mortgage Monster

Multnomah County is suing a rogue’s gallery of the largest mortgage players including B of A, Wells Fargo, Oregon’s Bank of the Cascades, Chase, Citi, and West Coast Bank for nearly forty million dollars. The focus of the lawsuit…

Rank this Week: 428

Bankruptcy Blog

Covers bankruptcy and debt management. By Allmand Law.

http://allmandlaw.com/bankruptcy-blog

May 24
Understanding the Significance of What Bankruptcy Can Do For You

Understanding the Significance of What Bankruptcy Can Do For You

Bankruptcy is one of the most powerful tools consumers can utilize to regain financial control. When considering this option you should get a clear idea as to how it can help improve your situation. It may help you eliminate…
May 23
Today In Bankruptcy – 05-23-2013

Today In Bankruptcy – 05-23-2013

Bringing you the most up-to-date news, tips and blogs throughout the web. Here’s your Bankruptcy Update for May 23, 2013 Atari seeking $22.2 million in bankruptcy auction Busy New York Bankruptcy Court Faces Budget Crunch…
May 23
Getting Debt Discharged in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Getting Debt Discharged in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Many people who think about getting debt discharged may assume it can only be erased through Chapter 7 bankruptcy. In fact, Chapter 13 bankruptcy has the ability to not only discharge debt, but in some cases may help eliminate debt that…

Rank this Week: 503

713Bankruptcy.Com

Covers the preparation of Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy petitions. By Victoria Ring.

http://www.713bankruptcy.com

May 23
The 713Training Team hopes that everyone…

The 713Training Team hopes that everyone has a great Memorial Day Weekend. We receive lots of requests from VBAs and Attorneys for a Checklist that they can give their clients to make it easier for them to collect the necessary ……
Apr 26
Opportunity For You!!

Opportunity For You!!

We are giving you the opportunity to be a Guest Blogger on our site www.713Bankruptcy.com as well as have your post sent out in the www.713Training.com newsletter that has several thousand subscribers. Guest Blogging can help you…
Apr 18
Bankruptcy Forcast 2013

Bankruptcy Forcast 2013

A lot of Virtual Bankruptcy Assistants(VBAs) and Attorneys will ask us if bankruptcies are decreasing or increasing and what is happening with the market. Well I have good news, after a slight decline in bankruptcies last…

Rank this Week: 534

Boston Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Covers bankruptcy law issues. By the Law Office of Neil Burns.

http://www.bostonbankruptcylawyerblog.com/

Nov 6
Massachusetts Bankruptcy and the Unsecured Line of Credit

Massachusetts Bankruptcy and the Unsecured Line of Credit

In a recent case handed down by federal Bankruptcy Court Judge Joan Feeney, a Massachusetts debtor who filed for bankruptcy protection intended to discharge a debt to Liberty Bay Credit Union. This was an unsecured debt. Such debts, in a…
Nov 1
Since IRAs and 401ks are Protected in Bankruptcy, Should We Invest in Ourselves?

Since IRAs and 401ks are Protected in Bankruptcy, Should We Invest in Ourselves?

As Halloween goblins fade and we start to look at what we have left to do this calendar year, one thing our Boston bankruptcy clients ask after we inform them that they can protect their IRAs and 401ks in bankruptcy, is how they could or…
Oct 31
Massachusetts Bankruptcy and Elizabeth Warren

Massachusetts Bankruptcy and Elizabeth Warren

Advocates for Massachusetts consumers are looking seriously at Elizabeth Warren's record of pro-consumerism as the election nears. Warren, running for United States Senator from Massachusetts, aims to be the first woman senator from our…

Rank this Week: 538

Atlanta Bankruptcy Attorney Blog

Covers bankruptcy, debt, and debt analysis. By DebtStoppers USA.

http://www.atlantabankruptcyattorneyblog.com/

May 24
African Americans Experience Highest Levels of Credit Card Debt and Student Debt, According to New Report

African Americans Experience Highest Levels of Credit Card Debt and Student Debt, According to New Report

The wealth gap that already exists between racial groups appears to have opened even wider with the Great Recession. A recent study by Prudential on the African American Financial Experience shows that the typical African American family…
May 20
Great Recession May Have Long-Term Effects on Finances of Gen-Xer

Great Recession May Have Long-Term Effects on Finances of Gen-Xer

By most media reports, the Great Recession is officially over. But that doesn't mean it's done affecting consumers - especially those in a particular age group. According to a recent report, Generation X could be haunted by debts…
May 14
Can Filing for Bankruptcy Stop Creditor Judgments for Credit Card Debt?

Can Filing for Bankruptcy Stop Creditor Judgments for Credit Card Debt?

Credit card judgments are like ticking time bombs: You never know when they're going to go off. For many consumers, bankruptcy is the best way to diffuse this potentially disastrous situation. As consumer debts grow, more lenders are…

Rank this Week: 581

BankruptcyProf Blog

By Professor M. Jonathan Hayes.

http://lawprofessors.typepad.com/bankruptcyprof_blog/

Jan 14
About BankruptcyProf Blog

About BankruptcyProf Blog

If you are interested in serving as an editor of BankruptcyProf Blog for the Law Professor Blogs Network, please contact Paul Caron and Joe Hodnicki by email.
Jan 14
About BankruptcyProf Blog

About BankruptcyProf Blog

If you are interested in serving as an editor of BankruptcyProf Blog for the Law Professor Blogs Network, please contact Paul Caron and Joe Hodnicki by email.
Jan 3
NACBA Members of the Month

NACBA Members of the Month

I just went to pay my NACBA dues online and discovered that our own Peter Lively is the NACBA member of the month this month and our own Erik Clark was so designated three months ago. So we can say...

Rank this Week: 578

Bankruptcy Law Network - Real…

Bankruptcy Law Network - Real Lawyers, Real Solutions

Covers bankruptcy, chapter 7, chapter 13, credit reports, foreclosures, and asset protection.

http://www.bankruptcylawnetwork.com

May 24
Using Bankruptcy To Get College Transcript

Using Bankruptcy To Get College Transcript

Bankruptcy can help in a lot of ways. One less well-known benefit is to free up a copy of a college transcript to use for employment or future school applications, when you can’t afford to pay the college back right now. As of…
May 23
What is a Prepackaged Chapter 11 Bankruptcy?

What is a Prepackaged Chapter 11 Bankruptcy?

In this article I will explain a few basic details about conventional and prepackaged Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases. Conventional bankruptcy: This is usually when a business files bankruptcy in a response to a crisis. However, when a business…
May 22
Student Loans May Now Be Discharged More Easily In Bankruptcy in the 9th Circuit

Student Loans May Now Be Discharged More Easily In Bankruptcy in the 9th Circuit

On May 22, 2013, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals released its opinion in Hedlund v. The Educational Resources Institute, Inc., and Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency, Case 12-35258 (D.C. 6:11-cv-6281AA). That opinion (and…

Rank this Week: 594

California Bankruptcy Attorney…

California Bankruptcy Attorney Blog

Covers consumer bankruptcy, debt settlement, foreclosure and loan modification. By Howard Law, P.C.

http://www.californiabankruptcyattorneyblog.com/

May 23
Nebraska Supreme Court Permit Deficiency Lawsuits When There Was No Foreclosure Sale - First National Bank of Omaha v. Davey

Nebraska Supreme Court Permit Deficiency Lawsuits When There Was No Foreclosure Sale - First National Bank of Omaha v. Davey

At Howard Law, P.C., our Riverside foreclosure defense lawyers represent Californians who are facing foreclosure or were deceived by their lenders at some point. Because we work in California, we don't always have to worry about deficiency…
May 21
Sanctions for Failure to Negotiate Loan Mod in Good Faith Were Appropriate, High Court Rules - Jacinto v. PennyMac Corp.

Sanctions for Failure to Negotiate Loan Mod in Good Faith Were Appropriate, High Court Rules - Jacinto v. PennyMac Corp.

Vincent Howard and our Riverside County foreclosure defense attorneys were interested to see a case out of Nevada that resulted in sanctions for a lender that misbehaved during loan modification proceedings. Nevada's foreclosure mediation…
May 20
Nevada High Court Declines to Overturn Arbitration Award in Mortgage Case - Sylver v Regents Bank

Nevada High Court Declines to Overturn Arbitration Award in Mortgage Case - Sylver v Regents Bank

At Howard Law, P.C., we focus on consumer debt and predatory lending issues, which includes litigation when appropriate. So our Corona foreclosure defense lawyers were interested to see a case from our neighbors in Nevada about the use of…

Rank this Week: 738

AZ Bankruptcy Blog

Focused on Chapter 7 bankruptcy. By Joseph C. McDaniel.

http://www.arizonabankruptcyblog.info/

Nov 29
Important Bankruptcy Recap: Don't Bank where you owe Money!

Important Bankruptcy Recap: Don't Bank where you owe Money!

We tell clients this repeatedly. Why mention this? It's simple: If a creditor (like a bank, for instance) has direct access to your bank account (as banks often do), then you can consider your checking balance dumped into the rancor pit as…
Nov 18
Jefferson County sets records in Chapter 9 Bankruptcy

Jefferson County sets records in Chapter 9 Bankruptcy

Jefferson County is suffering, a roughly four billion dollar debt they cannot pay is forcing them to take the road many other cities are already debating: Chapter 9 Bankruptcy.
Nov 8
Occupation of Phoenix not going so smoothly

Occupation of Phoenix not going so smoothly

Wandering around downtown I came across the fabled Occupy Phoenix movement. It's not going as awkwardly as elsewhere, but it's clearly having issues of its own as a group.

Rank this Week: 736

Sonoma County Lawyer Blog

Covers bankruptcy, family law, and landlord-tenant law. By the Law Offices of James V. Sansone.

http://blog.jamessansonelaw.com/

May 21
Modifying Your Child Support Payment

Modifying Your Child Support Payment

Has your income dropped since a judge first ordered you to pay child support? If so, you may want to contact a family law lawyer to have the support reduced. Sometimes, these modifications are successful. But that wasn't the outcome Carl…
May 14
How to Develop a Post-Divorce Parenting Plan

How to Develop a Post-Divorce Parenting Plan

In California, there is a relatively new term being used to describe how divorced parents spend time with their children. It's called parenting time. While you're probably familiar with the terms child custody, visitation, and child…
May 7
Dividing Marital Property in a Santa Rosa Divorce

Dividing Marital Property in a Santa Rosa Divorce

After your wedding, you reveled at all of your gifts. There was the shiny new toaster from your Aunt Betsy, the Cuisinart from your best friend, the teak patio set from your parents. Now, on the verge of finalizing your divorce, you have…

Rank this Week: 776

Florida Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Covers bankruptcy and foreclosure law. By Law Offices of Justin McMurray.

http://www.floridabankruptcylawyer-blog.com/

Jul 25
Avoiding Foreclosure Scam

Avoiding Foreclosure Scam

As foreclosures continue to rise, "scammers" are hitting the jackpot when it comes to the wealth of desperate homeowners looking for a way out. These offers are often tempting, as the banks are reluctant to negotiate and short sales rarely…
Jul 8
Deed-in-Lieu of Foreclosure in Florida

Deed-in-Lieu of Foreclosure in Florida

When facing foreclosure in Jacksonville, Florida, there are a couple of options that a homeowner can explore. One option is a deed in lieu of foreclosure (DIL). A deed in lieu is a transaction that consists of a mortgagor voluntarily…
Jun 15
Why Jacksonville Florida Residents Need a Foreclosure Attorney: Bank Gets Foreclosed On

Why Jacksonville Florida Residents Need a Foreclosure Attorney: Bank Gets Foreclosed On

One couple was able to turn the tables on a major banking institution after being wrongly foreclosed on themselves. They got the permission from a judge to foreclose on their local Bank of America. With persistence and dedication they…

Rank this Week: 792

St. Louis Bankruptcy Lawyers Blog

Covers Bankruptcy Law. Published by Brinkman & Alter, LLC

http://www.stlouisbankruptcylawyersblog.com/

May 24
WHAT CAN I DO ABOUT MY STUDENT LOANS IN A ST LOUIS BANKRUPTCY?

WHAT CAN I DO ABOUT MY STUDENT LOANS IN A ST LOUIS BANKRUPTCY?

As a general rule, student loans cannot be discharged in a St. Louis bankruptcy. This is true whether the filing is a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. However, in a St. Louis Chapter 13, you are not expected to make any student loan payments while…
May 22
WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I RECEIVE A LETTER FROM A COLLECTION AGENCY?

WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I RECEIVE A LETTER FROM A COLLECTION AGENCY?

The first thing you should do is contact an FDCPA (Fair Debt Collection Practices Act) lawyer who understands the laws that regulate St. Louis collection agencies. Because there is a decent chance that the debt collector is violating your…
May 20
IS THERE A CERTAIN AMOUNT OF DEBT THAT I MUST HAVE BEFORE I FILE A ST LOUIS BANKRUPTCY?

IS THERE A CERTAIN AMOUNT OF DEBT THAT I MUST HAVE BEFORE I FILE A ST LOUIS BANKRUPTCY?

No, there is not. People filing for bankruptcy have varying levels of debt, but there is no set amount that you must have before qualifying. However, I would say that on average, I file bankruptcies for people who have high levels of credit…

Rank this Week: 825

DebtStoppers USA Bankruptcy Blog

Covers bankruptcy and foreclosures. By DebtStoppers USA

http://www.debtstoppersblog.com/

May 24
African Americans Experience Highest Levels of Credit Card Debt and Student Debt, According to New Report

African Americans Experience Highest Levels of Credit Card Debt and Student Debt, According to New Report

The wealth gap that already exists between racial groups appears to have opened even wider with the Great Recession. A recent study by Prudential on the African American Financial Experience shows that the typical African American family…
May 20
Great Recession May Have Long-Term Effects on Finances of Gen-Xer

Great Recession May Have Long-Term Effects on Finances of Gen-Xer

By most media reports, the Great Recession is officially over. But that doesn't mean it's done affecting consumers - especially those in a particular age group. According to a recent report, Generation X could be haunted by debts…
May 14
Can Filing for Bankruptcy Stop Creditor Judgments for Credit Card Debt?

Can Filing for Bankruptcy Stop Creditor Judgments for Credit Card Debt?

Credit card judgments are like ticking time bombs: You never know when they're going to go off. For many consumers, bankruptcy is the best way to diffuse this potentially disastrous situation. As consumer debts grow, more lenders are…

Rank this Week: 812

Georgia Bankruptcy Law Blog

Resource for Georgia Bankruptcy cases and updates. By Scott B. Riddle.

http://www.georgiabankruptcyblog.com/

May 23
Student Loan Discharge: Opinion Of Judge Walker of Middle District Of Georgia Illustrative Of "Certainty Of Hopelessness" Required For Discharge

Student Loan Discharge: Opinion Of Judge Walker of Middle District Of Georgia Illustrative Of "Certainty Of Hopelessness" Required For Discharge

The opinion of Judge Walker in the case of In re Williams (Williams v. American Education Service, et al,), 2013 Bankr. LEXIS 2050, Adv. Proc. No. 12-5059 (Bankr. M.D. Ga. May 13, 2013) is a good example of the standard that must be…
May 14
U.S. Supreme Court Rules On Meaning Of "Defalcation" In Section 523(a)(4) in Bullock v. BankChampaign.

U.S. Supreme Court Rules On Meaning Of "Defalcation" In Section 523(a)(4) in Bullock v. BankChampaign.

In a case appealed from the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals, the United States Supreme Court ruled on a case involving the definition of "defalcation" in 11 U.S.C. § 523(a)(4). The case, decided yesterday, May 13, 2013, is Randy…
May 14
U.S. Supreme Court Rules On Meaning Of “Defalcation” In Section 523(a)(4) in Bullock v. BankChampaign.

U.S. Supreme Court Rules On Meaning Of “Defalcation” In Section 523(a)(4) in Bullock v. BankChampaign.

In a case appealed from the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals, the United States Supreme Court ruled on a case involving the definition of "defalcation" in 11 U.S.C. § 523(a)(4). The case, decided yesterday, May 13, 2013, is Randy…

Rank this Week: 795

Covers governance in higher education and in law firms, bankruptcy ethics, popular culture and the law, Enron and other corporate fiascos, and professional responsibility generally. By Nancy Rapoport, a law professor at UNLV's Boyd School of Law.

http://nancyrapoport.blogspot.com/

May 15
Update on my Gonzaga piece on law schools, lying, and Enron.

Update on my Gonzaga piece on law schools, lying, and Enron.

After I published this piece, Robert K. Vischer, the dean of the University of St. Thomas Law School (Minnesota), gently suggested that I might want to clarify St. Thomas's restatement of its employment data: [Y]ou refer to St. Thomas…
May 13
It's official--the new bankruptcy fee guidelines are rolling out on July 1.

It's official--the new bankruptcy fee guidelines are rolling out on July 1.

Today's Wall Street Journal has a big article about the U.S. Trustee Program's new fee guidelines for lawyers in larger bankruptcy cases (here). The rollout of the guidelines isn't a surprise. The USTP published the proposed…
May 7
When I've had a tough day (and no, today wasn't tough), I read this blog.

When I've had a tough day (and no, today wasn't tough), I read this blog.

Here. I also read my friends' blogs, too....

Rank this Week: 804

National Bankruptcy Forum

Covers bankruptcy and consumer related issues.

http://www.nationalbankruptcyforum.com

May 15
Do you have too much debt to handle? Know the signs…

Do you have too much debt to handle? Know the signs…

Debt isn’t always bad, but be careful about taking on too much… It gets a bad rap, but debt is not necessarily always a bad thing. In the business world, Fortune 500 companies sell off debt in the form of bonds to raise capital…
May 10
Ohio Foreclosure Laws: What You Need to Know

Ohio Foreclosure Laws: What You Need to Know

A Quick Summary of the Ohio Foreclosure Process “Foreclosure” is simply a term used to describe the legal process used by your mortgage company, or any other mortgage lender (such as a bank), to take possession of your home. A…
May 2
File Bankruptcy or Settle a Debt? Check your Credit Report.

File Bankruptcy or Settle a Debt? Check your Credit Report.

While there are many and varied reasons that people file a bankruptcy case or settle a debt, certainly an improved credit score is a desired result. Unfortunately, post bankruptcy and post debt settlement credit reporting is often not…

Rank this Week: 850

California Foreclosure Blog

Covers bankruptcy and foreclosure. By Jason S. Buckingham.

http://jasonbuckingham.activerain.com/

Jan 6
New year, new focus: it's job stability, stupid

New year, new focus: it's job stability, stupid

Happy (?) New Year everybody. First off, a toast: here's to getting out of the last decade. We had multiple bubble market bursts (lest we forget the dot-com burst of 2000-2001), and the US entered the world of post-terrorism (in)security. I…
Jul 21
Phoenix mini-bubble: (more) market manipulation

Phoenix mini-bubble: (more) market manipulation

AP put out a story yesterday about "bidding wars" that are affecting home values in the greater Phoenix area. The article states that in several markets throughout the country, prices on bank-owned homes are being inflated by a combination of…
Jun 16
California "foreclosure moratorium": will lenders even care?

California "foreclosure moratorium": will lenders even care?

I've been receiving many calls and emails about California's so-called foreclosure moratorium, which went into effect yesterday. Frankly, I doubt it will actually do anything meaningful for struggling homeowners. Here's why:

Rank this Week: 858

Texas Bankruptcy Blog

By Fears Nachawati Law Firm.

http://www.txbankruptcyblog.com

May 24
Business Owner Personal Bankruptcy

Business Owner Personal Bankruptcy

Just like any other bankruptcy case, when a business owner files for bankruptcy protection he must submit a means test worksheet. The means test is a qualifying calculation for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Earn too much money, and lose your ability…
May 22
What is a Domestic Support Obligation in Bankruptcy?

What is a Domestic Support Obligation in Bankruptcy?

In 2005, Congress revised the federal Bankruptcy Code and introduced the term “domestic support obligation.” In short, a domestic support obligation, or DSO, is a debt “in the nature of alimony, maintenance, or…
May 21
Bankruptcy: A Responsible or Irresponsible Choice?

Bankruptcy: A Responsible or Irresponsible Choice?

In 2012, more than 1,000,000 Americans filed for personal bankruptcy. Job loss, health issues and divorce were just a few of the principle drivers that pushed these individuals into the protection of the bankruptcy court. For most, declaring…

Rank this Week: 953

Michigan Bankruptcy Attorneys…

Michigan Bankruptcy Attorneys Blog

Published By Redd & Rao, PLC

http://www.michiganbankruptcyattorneysblog.com/

May 19
Mortgage Reaffirmation in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Mortgage Reaffirmation in Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

In a chapter 7 bankruptcy discharge, the underlying mortgage debt is discharged, but the lien remains. This means that a creditor cannot force a debtor to repay the debt, but if the debt is not paid, the creditor can still foreclose on the…
Sep 19
Determining Property Values in Bankruptcy

Determining Property Values in Bankruptcy

Everyone who files bankruptcy must disclose all of their real and personal property. The value of real estate can be easily done with an appraisal or market analysis. For cars, debtors can look at the blue book value. The biggest problems…
Apr 30
Access to Bankruptcy Court

Access to Bankruptcy Court

There have been problems with people who are unable to hire an attorney filing bankruptcy themselves. Unfortunately, their paperwork is often incorrectly completed and they often do not follow the required court procedures. Therefore, there…

Rank this Week: 956

Bankruptcy Law Network

Covers bankruptcy and consumer credit.

http://www.bankruptcylawnetwork.com/

May 24
Using Bankruptcy To Get College Transcript

Using Bankruptcy To Get College Transcript

Bankruptcy can help in a lot of ways. One less well-known benefit is to free up a copy of a college transcript to use for employment or future school applications, when you can’t afford to pay the college back right now. As of…
May 23
What is a Prepackaged Chapter 11 Bankruptcy?

What is a Prepackaged Chapter 11 Bankruptcy?

In this article I will explain a few basic details about conventional and prepackaged Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases. Conventional bankruptcy: This is usually when a business files bankruptcy in a response to a crisis. However, when a business…
May 22
Student Loans May Now Be Discharged More Easily In Bankruptcy in the 9th Circuit

Student Loans May Now Be Discharged More Easily In Bankruptcy in the 9th Circuit

On May 22, 2013, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals released its opinion in Hedlund v. The Educational Resources Institute, Inc., and Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency, Case 12-35258 (D.C. 6:11-cv-6281AA). That opinion (and…

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San Jose Bankruptcy & Fair Debt…

San Jose Bankruptcy & Fair Debt Collection Practices Act Lawyer Blog

Covers California bankruptcy and Fair Dept Collection Practices Act issues. By Ronald Wilcox.

http://www.sanjosebankruptcyfdcpalawyer.com/

May 21
United States Court of Appeals Seventh Circuit Discharges "BURDEN" Student Loan

United States Court of Appeals Seventh Circuit Discharges "BURDEN" Student Loan

The bankruptcy code generally takes the position that student loans are non dischargeable debts unless a debtor can prove the payment of the debt will cause "undue hardship" to both the debtor and debtor's dependents. Debtors can take the…
Mar 13
What You Don't Know Can Hurt You; Credit Reporting Errors Are More Common Then You Think

What You Don't Know Can Hurt You; Credit Reporting Errors Are More Common Then You Think

Twenty Percent Of Consumers Have Errors On At Least One Of Their Three Credit Reports We all know that our credit score affects our ability to obtain credit as well as influence how much interest we will pay for the credit we receive. But,…
Feb 1
Harassing Collection Calls For Debts Not Owed

Harassing Collection Calls For Debts Not Owed

Hundreds of Thousands of Americans Are Receiving Harassing Phone Calls To Pay Debts They Don't Owe Debt collectors from overseas call centers have been placing millions of abusive calls to people. The astonishing fact about these collection…

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Bankruptcy Fraud Resource Center

Covers news, commentary and analysis on bankruptcy fraud. By Wayne D. Holly.

http://bankruptcyfraud.typepad.com/bankruptcy_fraud_resource/

Mar 16
Illinois farmer's wife sentenced to probation following guilty plea

Illinois farmer's wife sentenced to probation following guilty plea

Updating a story we reported here, Margaret Diekemper was sentenced to two years of probation and a $500 fine for her role in a bankruptcy fraud scheme in the Southern District of Illinois following a plea agreement reached with the…
Jan 18
IRS bankruptcy fraud investigation leads to structuring charge

IRS bankruptcy fraud investigation leads to structuring charge

According to this Wisconsin State Journal article, Ismail Beciri was charged in the Western District of Wisconsin with four counts of structuring financial transactions to avoid federal reporting requirements after a federal agents searched…
Jan 4
Judicial Conference certifies to House bankruptcy fraud basis for judge's impeachment

Judicial Conference certifies to House bankruptcy fraud basis for judge's impeachment

In a previous post (here) we commented that the Judicial Conference of the United States had certified to the House of Representatives that impeachment proceedings may be warranted against U.S. District Judge G. Thomas Porteus (E.D.

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Lee Bankruptcy Blog

Covers bankruptcy and financial news. By Lee Law Firm, PLLC.

http://leebankruptcy.com/bankruptcy_blog/

May 24
Bankruptcy Review For May 24, 2013

Bankruptcy Review For May 24, 2013

This week in bankruptcy news: The city of Detroit has six weeks to make big moves in the debt restructuring process if they are to avoid a Chapter 9 filing. Meanwhile, once popular game label, Atari, is seeking $22 million for its catalog of…
May 23
Two Strategies to Successfully Repay Loan

Two Strategies to Successfully Repay Loan

Unpaid student loans, home loans, car loans, and any other type of loan are some of the top reasons people seek bankruptcy. By staying up to date with your loan payments, not only are you improving your financial health and credit score, but…
May 22
Refinancing to Prevent Foreclosure?

Refinancing to Prevent Foreclosure?

For homeowners struggling with finances or worried about a foreclosure, refinancing is one of the most appealing options to ease their mortgage payments. Refinancing provides a new loan that’s complete with new interest rates, payments,…

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Bankruptcy Topics

Covers consumer bankruptcy laws in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. By Doug Beaton.

http://www.douglasbeaton.com

May 23
Homeowner’s mortgage mess spills over into bankruptcy court

Homeowner’s mortgage mess spills over into bankruptcy court

If there is one bankruptcy case that sums up the frustrations of homeowners dealing with mortgage firms and banks, it must the the one recently decided by Bankruptcy Judge Hoffman in Massachusetts. This case (In re Perra, from May 22, 2013)…
May 20
Bankruptcy hearings can be over before the fat lady sing

Bankruptcy hearings can be over before the fat lady sing

A recent opinion from United States bankruptcy judge Henry Boroff in Massachusetts helps to clarify a much debated question of bankruptcy law: when is the debtor’s “meeting of creditors” really over? Each person filing a…
May 1
Window of opporunity opens for bankruptcy debtors with tax debt

Window of opporunity opens for bankruptcy debtors with tax debt

With April 15, 2013 in the rear view mirror, a new window of opportunity has opened up for people who owe back taxes for the year 2009. That’s because the required three year period from the 2009 due date (April 15, 2010) has now…

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The Florida Asset Protection Blog

Covers bankruptcy planning, creditor rights, fraudulent conveyances, homestead protections and offshore planning. By Jonathan Alper.

http://floridaassetprotection.blogs.com/alperlaw/

May 21
Charging Lien Against Professional LLC Interest

Charging Lien Against Professional LLC Interest

A creditor may apply for a charging lien against the debtor’s membership interest in an LLC. If the LLC operates a professional business such as a medical practice or law firm, can a creditor who is not licenses in the …The post…
May 16
Can U.S. Government Be Sued For Receipt of Fraudulent Transfer?

Can U.S. Government Be Sued For Receipt of Fraudulent Transfer?

Here’s is an interesting case where a bankruptcy trustee sued the U.S. government for their receipt of a fraudulent transfer. Within two years of filing bankruptcy a company, taxable as an S-Corp, paid the IRS money to satisfy their…
May 10
Can Debtor Get Money From His LLC Subject to Charging Lien?

Can Debtor Get Money From His LLC Subject to Charging Lien?

A debtor forms a two member LLC to operate a family business. A creditor obtains a judgment against the business owner and proceeds to get a charging lien against distributions allocated to the debtor’s share of his LLC. Is there…

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IN THE (RED) - The Business…

IN THE (RED) - The Business Bankruptcy Blog

Covers business bankruptcy issues and developments. From Cooley Godward Kronish LLP's Bob Eisenbach.

http://bankruptcy.cooley.com/

May 23
Do Trademark Licensees Have Reason For Hope? New Article Discusses Recent Decisions On Trademark Licenses And Bankruptcy

Do Trademark Licensees Have Reason For Hope? New Article Discusses Recent Decisions On Trademark Licenses And Bankruptcy

I have written a number of times on the blog about the impact of bankruptcy on trademark licenses, in particular what happens to trademark licensees whose licensors file bankruptcy. Trademark licensees face a real risk of…
May 8
Ninth Circuit Opens The Door To Recharacterization Of Debt As Equity

Ninth Circuit Opens The Door To Recharacterization Of Debt As Equity

In bankruptcy, prepetition loans made by insiders are often investigated, and sometimes challenged, by debtors, creditors' committees, or trustees. The two most frequent challenges brought are that (1) the loans in question are not…
Apr 11
Spring 2013 Edition Of Bankruptcy Resource Now Available

Spring 2013 Edition Of Bankruptcy Resource Now Available

The Spring 2013 edition of the Absolute Priority newsletter, published by the Bankruptcy & Restructuring group at Cooley LLP, of which I am a member, has now been released. The newsletter gives updates on current…

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California Bankruptcy Blog

Features news and commentary on current issues in the law of personal and business bankruptcy. By Macdonald & Associates.

http://www.calbk.blogspot.com/

May 21
Bankruptcy Crime

Bankruptcy Crime

Join Reno Fernandez, Chair of the Bar Association of San Francisco's Commercial Law & Bankruptcy Section, for this white-linen lunch program:BANKRUPTCY CRIMESTuesday, June 11, 2013Noon to 1:30 pmSpeakers Hon. Stephen L. Johnson,…
May 21
Bankruptcy Crime

Bankruptcy Crime

Join Reno Fernandez, Chair of the Bar Association of San Francisco's Commercial Law & Bankruptcy Section, for this white-linen lunch program:BANKRUPTCY CRIMESTuesday, June 11, 2013Noon to 1:30 pmSpeakers Hon. Stephen L. Johnson,…
May 16
Macdonald | Fernandez LLP Congratulates the California Bankruptcy Forum on 25 Years of Excellence!

Macdonald | Fernandez LLP Congratulates the California Bankruptcy Forum on 25 Years of Excellence!

We are happy to be attending the California Bankruptcy Forum's Insolvency Conference, which kicks off today. Congratulations to the CBF on its 25th anniversary!

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Duncan Law Blog

Covers North Carolina bankruptcy and workers compensation issues.

http://www.duncanlawonline.com/blog/

May 23
What is Form 26 in a NC Workers’ Compensation Case?

What is Form 26 in a NC Workers’ Compensation Case?

A Form 26, according to the North Carolina Industrial Commission, is a Supplemental Agreement as to Payment of Compensation (G.S. §97-82). After you have been receiving your compensation for workers’ compensation, you and…
May 16
Is It Common For a Loan Modification To Be Delayed?

Is It Common For a Loan Modification To Be Delayed?

When you are having trouble making your house payments, there are options that might work well for you. One of these options is a loan modification. This is when the bank changes your loan so that you have a lower, more affordable monthly…
May 14
Can the Insurance Company Provide me with Transportation in a Worker’s Comp Claim?

Can the Insurance Company Provide me with Transportation in a Worker’s Comp Claim?

Yes, the insurance company can provide you with transportation to receive medical care that is approved by the insurance company or the North Carolina Industrial Commission. Usually you must provide your own transportation, but the insurance…

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On the Bankruptcy Soapbox

By Cathy Moran.

http://www.moranlaw.net/blog

May 22
The Government Loans That Bankruptcy Wipes Out

The Government Loans That Bankruptcy Wipes Out

Believe it or not, certain unsecured loans from government entities are dischargeable in bankruptcy. This includes SBA loans, and loans made through The Department of Veteran’s Affairs (VA), Department of Housing and Urban Development…
May 20
The Lien That Lay In Wait

The Lien That Lay In Wait

The client originally had his choice of bankruptcy chapters. He could file Chapter 7, get quick relief, and put “everything” behind him. Or his could file Chapter 13, propose a plan that would strip off liens and pay the taxes…
May 16
Why Rising Home Prices Will Sink Some Homeowner

Why Rising Home Prices Will Sink Some Homeowner

The median home price in the Bay Area has risen to over $500,000 for the first time in five years, the Mercury News reported this week. For lots of home owners, that says the window of opportunity is closing. What? The usual thinking…

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Los Angeles Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Covers bankruptcy and foreclosure news. By Nader Law Firm.

http://www.losangelesbankruptcylawyer-blog.com/

May 23
Pension Advance Scams Drive Up Senior Debt, Drain Saving

Pension Advance Scams Drive Up Senior Debt, Drain Saving

Federal and state regulators are closely scrutinizing the practices of some firms that make their money on "pension advances" targeting both military veterans and retired senior citizens. Our Los Angeles bankruptcy lawyers are appalled by…
May 20
Illegal Debt Collection Efforts in California Lead to AG Lawsuit

Illegal Debt Collection Efforts in California Lead to AG Lawsuit

California state Attorney General Kamala Harris is accusing JPMorgan of crimes pertaining to the banking giant's debt collection practices involving tens of thousands of Californians who had fallen behind on their credit card payments. Our…
May 14
Los Angeles Retirement Confidence Shot, According to Study

Los Angeles Retirement Confidence Shot, According to Study

A recent survey conducted by the Employment Benefit Research Institute revealed that only 13 percent of workers were "very confident" with regard to being secure in their funding and ability to retire. Our Los Angeles bankruptcy lawyers…

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Bankruptcy Mastery

Covers skill building for lawyers new to the practice of consumer bankruptcy law. By Cathy Moran.

http://www.bankruptcymastery.com

May 23
Axe Falls On Debtor’s Counsel

Axe Falls On Debtor’s Counsel

Just when I think my work here is done, I have a week like last week. Everywhere I looked, the ax was falling on debtor’s counsel. Deservedly so. My Chapter 13 trustee complains that her staff is knee deep in debtor lawyer inattention…
May 21
What They Didn’t Teach You In Law School

What They Didn’t Teach You In Law School

Seen small business clients who clearly have the technical skill set for their field, but can’t make a go of it? There’s a mismatch between their professional skills and the operational knowledge they need to run a business using…
May 14
When Insurance Can Be The Death Of You

When Insurance Can Be The Death Of You

Remember survey courses from college? Kinda like flying low over new territory without ever landing and getting on the ground? That’s what I propose to do with the topic of insurance. Insurance, as we see it in bankruptcy. It…

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St. Louis Bankruptcy Attorney Blog

Covers Chapter 7, Chapter 13, Foreclosure, and other consumer bankruptcy issues. By the A & L, Licker Law Firm, LLC.

http://mobankruptcyblog.com/

May 23
Rebuilding Your Credit After Bankruptcy

Rebuilding Your Credit After Bankruptcy

What will bankruptcy do to my credit? This is probably the question most often asked by our clients and potential clients when they are considering bankruptcy. While each client will have a different experience based on their individual…
May 23
Will My Judgment or Settlement be Discharged in Bankruptcy?

Will My Judgment or Settlement be Discharged in Bankruptcy?

A common question that people considering bankruptcy may have is whether or not a judgment that has been entered against them will be discharged through their bankruptcy. The short answer is that in many cases the answer is yes, but there are…
May 7
Missouri Anti-Mediation Foreclosure Bill Gaining Traction

Missouri Anti-Mediation Foreclosure Bill Gaining Traction

In an update from a previous post, a bill that would prevent local governments from being able to require lenders to offer mediation to homeowners facing foreclosure is nearing passage in the Missouri Senate. The bill, passed by the Missouri…

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Liquidation Blog

Covers liquidation and insolvency in the United Kingdom.

http://www.liquidation.co.uk/blog/

May 22
Creditors’ Voluntary Liquidation (CVL) vs. Compulsory Liquidation

Creditors’ Voluntary Liquidation (CVL) vs. Compulsory Liquidation

Comparing these two insolvent liquidation processes will help directors determine which route will best suite their needs regarding their insolvent company.The post Creditors’ Voluntary Liquidation (CVL) vs. Compulsory Liquidation…
May 20
What Happens With the Creditors During a Creditors’ Voluntary Liquidation?

What Happens With the Creditors During a Creditors’ Voluntary Liquidation?

Unsecured creditors are the main stakeholders at risk within a trading company with HMRC often being the largest. Therefore if a company fails to carry on trading these people will be the main ones to lose. Secured lenders, such a banks and…
May 14
Guidance on How to Avoid Liability

Guidance on How to Avoid Liability

Follow our helpful guide on how to avoid liability when trading an insolvent company.The post Guidance on How to Avoid Liability appeared first on Liquidation.co.uk.

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Miami Lawyer Blog

Covers foreclosures, bankruptcy, and short sales. By Law Offices of Aaron Resnick, P.A.

http://www.miami-lawyer-blog.com/

May 8
Aaron Resnick, Esq. Named to Friends of the New World Symphony National Council

Aaron Resnick, Esq. Named to Friends of the New World Symphony National Council

The Friends of the New World Symphony named Aaron Resnick, Esq. to its National Council for 2013-2014. Mr. Resnick was the founding Chairperson for the Friends of the New World Symphony. The New World Symphony, America's Orchestral…
May 8
Aaron Resnick, Esq. Lawsuit Featured In Courthouse News Service

Aaron Resnick, Esq. Lawsuit Featured In Courthouse News Service

Aaron Resnick, Esq.'s Lawsuit filed in Palm Beach County, Florida was featured in the Courthouse News Service Entertainment Law Digest in an article titled: "Former Madame to the Stars Sues Her Ex". You can read the entire lawsuit…
Apr 19
FINRA Arbitration Claim Filed Against Success Trade Securities for Ponzi Scheme Related Claim

FINRA Arbitration Claim Filed Against Success Trade Securities for Ponzi Scheme Related Claim

The Law Offices of Aaron Resnick, P.A. along with the law firm Erez & Sonn, PA announced that it is filing a FINRA arbitration claim against Success Trade Securities, Inc. ("Success Trade") located in Washington D.C.. The claim involves …

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Mt Pleasant Bankruptcy Blog

Covers bankruptcy, foreclosures, and the securitization of consumer debt. By Traywick Law offices.

http://www.scarolinabankruptcylaw.com/Mount-Pleasant-Bankruptcy-Blog.aspx

Feb 15
Fair Debt Collection Practices Act

Fair Debt Collection Practices Act

Debt Collectors are out of control. These are some of the foulest human beings walking the planet. And they routinely breach your rights. Below the fold is the entire text of the Federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. If you suspect…
Feb 15
Fair Credit Reporting Act

Fair Credit Reporting Act

This post includes the full text of the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Read it at your own risk. Application of the Fair Credit Reporting Act is difficult even for attorneys. Most tend to refer these sorts of claims to Traywick Law Offices or…
Feb 12
60 Minutes Torches Experian, Equifax, and Transunion

60 Minutes Torches Experian, Equifax, and Transunion

As news from the February 10th 60 Minutes piece generates headlines across the country, we at Traywick Law Offices ask: "How can this be a surprise to anyone?" That the credit bureaus--Experian, TransUnion, Equifax--carry countless mistakes…

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Miami Bankruptcy Attorney Blog

Covers Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies. By Shmucher Law PL.

http://flbankrupt.com/blog/

May 24
My car was repossessed and now I’m being sued for the debt can filing for bankruptcy in Miami Florida help?

My car was repossessed and now I’m being sued for the debt can filing for bankruptcy in Miami Florida help?

• Facebook • Twitter • Delicious • Digg • Google Buzz • StumbleUpon • Add to favorites • Email • RSS Recently a client came to my office with a lawsuit by a junk debt buyer. The lawsuit…
May 23
If you are thinking of filing for personal bankruptcy in Miami Florida, here a few tips to prepare for your bankruptcy consultation with an attorney

If you are thinking of filing for personal bankruptcy in Miami Florida, here a few tips to prepare for your bankruptcy consultation with an attorney

• Facebook • Twitter • Delicious • Digg • Google Buzz • StumbleUpon • Add to favorites • Email • RSS The following are steps to take to ensure that your initial consultation with your bankruptcy…
Dec 30
How long do I need to live in Florida before I can file for bankruptcy?

How long do I need to live in Florida before I can file for bankruptcy?

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The Sader Law Firm Blog

Covers bankruptcy law.

http://blog.saderlawfirm.com/

May 24
Student Loans May Now Be Discharged Easier

Student Loans May Now Be Discharged Easier

On May 22, 2013, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals released its opinion in Hedlund v. The Educational Resources Institute, Inc., and Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency, Case 12-35258 (D.C. 6:11-cv-6281AA). That opinion (and…
May 23
Consumers Are Catching Up?

Consumers Are Catching Up?

Consumers are catching up, according to the Associated Press recently. Americans got better about paying their credit card debt on time in the first three months of the year, a period when many borrowers use income tax returns to tackle their…
May 22
Filing Chapter 7 on your own?

Filing Chapter 7 on your own?

In today’s economy, just coming up with the resources to file bankruptcy can be tough. But there’s a reason you want to hire an experienced attorney to file on your behalf, just as you would want to hire an experienced mechanic to…

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