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Massachusetts Bankruptcy Blog

Massachusetts Bankruptcy Blog

Covers consumer bankruptcy and debtor issues. By Goldstein and Clegg LLC.

http://www.goldsteinandclegglaw.com/bankruptcy_blog
  • Apr 5

    Where do American Consumers spend their money?

    Where do American Consumers spend their money?
  • Dec 19

    Preventing Debt over the Holiday Season

    Preventing Debt over the Holiday Season
    During the holiday season, Americans take on more debt than during any other time of the year. Buying presents for family, friends, co-workers, and others is just a part of the holiday tradition, but without proper planning, holiday…
  • Dec 13

    Trustee’s can keep more fees in dismissed case

    Trustee’s can keep more fees in dismissed case
    If you filed a Chapter 13 bankruptcy in Massachusetts and have either filed a motion to voluntarily dismiss your case or your case has simply been dismissed due to a motion by another party prior to confirmation, then you may not get all your…
Rank this Week: 4013

Seattle Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Seattle Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Discusses issues that affect consumer debtors considering filing for chapter 7 or chapter 13 bankruptcy. By Symmes Law Group, PLLC.

http://www.bankruptcy-law-seattle.com/symmes-legal-blog/
  • Mar 13

    Foreclosure Defense, Credit Repair and Bankruptcy Seminar on 3/14/2013

    Foreclosure Defense, Credit Repair and Bankruptcy Seminar on 3/14/2013
    Come join Symmes Law Group, PLLC for a FREE informational seminar in the areas of Foreclosure Defense, Loan Modification, Credit Restoration and Bankruptcy. Learn about your legal options and solutions for getting a loan modification and…
  • Mar 1

    Seattle Copyright Lawyer On The New

    Seattle Copyright Lawyer On The New
    This Seattle copyright lawyer made his on air local news TV debut yesterday talking about illegal downloading of feature films and the potential consequences. For the full story check out the Komo 4 News website. Here is the full text:…
  • Feb 16

    What Happens During Foreclosure Fairness Mediation?

    What Happens During Foreclosure Fairness Mediation?
    If you are facing a home foreclosure, Seattle foreclosure defense lawyers can help. Under the Washington State Foreclosure Fairness Act a foreclosure attorney or housing counselor can request mediation on your behalf if the home in question…
Rank this Week: 4025

Due Diligence

Due Diligence

Covers consumer bankruptcy. By Linda Rantz.

http://rantz.biz/duediligence
  • Feb 11

    Chatting about bankruptcy software on Yahoo! Group

    Chatting about bankruptcy software on Yahoo! Group
    A few days ago, I posted about the disappearance of an active Yahoo! Group for EZ-Filing users. No answer has emerged and one attorney I communicated with could only speculate about why the Group was deleted. Since I have archives of messages…
  • Feb 6

    What happened to the Yahoo! Group for EZ-Filing?

    What happened to the Yahoo! Group for EZ-Filing?
    I don’t have an answer, but I’m curious if anyone has any information about the Group’s sudden disappearance. One attorney and former member of the Group emailed me and said it had to have gone offline sometime during the…
  • Sep 6

    Still Working (Bankruptcy2012)

    Still Working (Bankruptcy2012)
    I follow a Yahoo!® Group for EZ-Filing users and have been hearing about the misery being experienced by many of the bankruptcy lawyers who use EZ-Filing. Whatever is happening with this bankruptcy software program, it is certainly not…
Rank this Week: 4128

St. Louis Bankruptcy Info

St. Louis Bankruptcy Info

Information about bankruptcy for individuals and businesses in Missouri and Illinois. By A & L, Licker Law Firm, LLC.

http://www.stlbankruptcyinfo.com/
Rank this Week: 3707

Florida Mortgage Modification…

Florida Mortgage Modification Lawyer Blog

Covers news and updates in Florida Mortgage Law, Florida Mortgages, Housing Assistance Bill, Mortgage Modifications in Bankruptcy. Published by The Dellutri Law Group, P.A.

http://www.floridamortgagemodificationlawyer.com/
  • Jan 24

    Was I Properly Served with a Mortgage Foreclosure Complaint?

    Was I Properly Served with a Mortgage Foreclosure Complaint?
    Service of process is necessary for many reasons, but the primary reason is to make sure that a Defendant’s due process rights are not violated. If papers are not served properly upon a Defendant, the Court is not able to rule on a case…
  • Jan 10

    Should I Modify My Mortgage With a Chapter 13--or Without?

    Should I Modify My Mortgage With a Chapter 13--or Without?
    The decision to file bankruptcy is, without a doubt, difficult. The price of a consultation is usually free though, as is the case at our offices. Why not explore your options?
  • Jan 9

    Can I Modify My Mortgage In Bankruptcy? Yes!

    Can I Modify My Mortgage In Bankruptcy? Yes!
    The Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP), also known as the Making Home Affordable program, is being used in the bankruptcy courts in SW Florida. The HAMP program was established by the government to help struggling homeowners save…
Rank this Week: 4140

Debt Relief Blog

Debt Relief Blog

Offers information for people struggling with debt and considering bankruptcy. By Flume & Associates.

http://www.flumelaw.com/debt-relief-blog/
  • Nov 29

    Holiday DWI Advice from Rick Flume

    Holiday DWI Advice from Rick Flume
    The holiday season is upon us! Although the law allows you to drink and drive RESPONSIBLY, here’s the best advice: “Don’t drink alcohol or use drugs and then drive!” DWI is commonly referred to by criminal law…
  • Nov 14

    What To Do When Student Loans Come Due?

    What To Do When Student Loans Come Due?
    I get lots of inquiries from people that have their student loans in deferment status. They’re all asking the same thing: What do I do when my student loans come due? My answer is the same for most of them: Find a…
  • Oct 11

    What happens if I become unemployed during bankruptcy?

    What happens if I become unemployed during bankruptcy?
    Let’s assume that you never file bankruptcy, and at some point you lose your job and yo don’t have enough money to cover your house payment or your car payment. That create more of an income problem, rather than a debt…
Rank this Week: 3739

Michigan Bankruptcy Lawyer Mike…

Michigan Bankruptcy Lawyer Mike Shovan

Covers filing bankruptcy in Michigan.

http://bankruptcy-in-michigan.com/
Rank this Week: 4211

SF Bay Area Real Estate and…

SF Bay Area Real Estate and Bankruptcy Law Blog

Covers trends, news and legal developments in the California real estate, bankruptcy and business legal communities. By David C. Winton.

http://dcwintonlaw.com
  • Nov 19

    What to do (and what NOT to do) leading up to a Bankruptcy Filing

    What to do (and what NOT to do) leading up to a Bankruptcy Filing
    After years of representing clients in bankruptcy, I have assembled a short list of things to do and not do in the 90 (or so) days leading up to a bankruptcy filing.  This list is not exhaustive, nor are these set in stone.  Just some good…
  • Oct 19

    What is a “statute of limitations” and how does it work?

    What is a “statute of limitations” and how does it work?
    In my January, 2011 blogpost with the catchy title “California anti-deficiency rules redux: California’s new anti-deficiency component, CCP §580e, protects short sellers on first mortgages” and my March, 2010 post on tax issues in…
  • Sep 21

    Dodd-Frank Certifications, HAMP, HAFA…Huh?

    Dodd-Frank Certifications, HAMP, HAFA…Huh?
    I was recently introduced to a concept which is being loosely described as a “Dodd-Frank Certification,” by which homeowners can apparently get juniors liens (seconds, thirds, etc.) reduced or fully extinguished if they meet certain…
Rank this Week: 3998

A & L, Licker Law Firm Blog

A & L, Licker Law Firm Blog

Covers consumer bankruptcy, foreclosure and debt in Missouri and Illinois.

http://www.lickerlawfirm.com/blog/
Rank this Week: 3822

Insolvency Blog

Insolvency Blog

Covers insolvency and corporat restructuring in the UK, Europe, cross-border and beyond. By Mercer & Hole.

http://www.mercerhole.co.uk/blog/insolvency-blog
  • Nov 14

    Zombie Companies are killing the economy

    Zombie Companies are killing the economy
    Zombie companies – the living dead that cannot repay debt or invest to grow – are a serious drain on the economy. I wrote almost a year ago on this theme, suggesting that the Chancellor had missed a trick in failing to tighten the…
  • Nov 8

    Winding Up Order can be made even if debt is disputed

    Winding Up Order can be made even if debt is disputed
    A recent High Court decision has confirmed that a winding up order can be made even if the debt supporting the petition is in dispute. The defendant argued that the exact position between the parties was complex and there was uncertainty as…
  • Oct 24

    New LinkedIn group for Young Insolvency Professionals London ‘YIPL’

    New LinkedIn group for Young Insolvency Professionals London ‘YIPL’
    I am delighted to announce the formation of a new LinkedIn group for Young Insolvency Professionals London ‘YIPL’.  Setup by Henry Page and Tom Guthrie who work within Mercer & Hole’s Restructuring & Insolvency team in London, the…
Rank this Week: 3594

Pasadena Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Pasadena Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Covers bankruptcy and debt settlement. By DCDM Law Group.

http://www.pasadenabankruptcylawyerblog.com/
Rank this Week: 3781

Action Advocacy Law Firm Blog

Action Advocacy Law Firm Blog

Covers bankruptcy in Connecticut.

http://www.actionadvocacy.com/blog/
  • Sep 12

    Why Chapter 13 over Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

    Why Chapter 13 over Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
    Having spent many years as a bankruptcy lawyer in CT, I’ve found that a lot of my clients who have come into my office have at one point or another felt a sensation of being overwhelmed by their debts and cannot believe that they’ll…
  • Aug 15

    How To Stop Creditor Phone Calls Before You File For Bankruptcy

    How To Stop Creditor Phone Calls Before You File For Bankruptcy
    After working with clients as a bankruptcy lawyer in Connecticut for over 30 years now, I have heard a good number of horror stories from clients being harassed by their creditors. It’s a little known fact by most people that you can put a…
  • Jul 1

    Why Use an Experienced Connecticut Bankruptcy Attorney

    Why Use an Experienced Connecticut Bankruptcy Attorney
    Once you have decided to file for Bankruptcy, you will understand that it is no easy process. Even after reading a lot about it, you could be unsure of which type of Bankruptcy you should file. Sometimes it’s hard to decide whether you…
Rank this Week: 3588

Kentucky Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Kentucky Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Covers filing for bankruptcy in Kentucky and Indiana. By Denise Brown's Legal Direction.

http://www.kentuckybankruptcylawyerblog.com/
  • Sep 12

    When Am I Entitled To A Free Credit Report?

    When Am I Entitled To A Free Credit Report?
    Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), every consumer is entitled to receive one copy of their credit report from each of three major reporting agencies each year.
  • Sep 6

    Your Credit Report: The Map For Your Treasure Hunt

    Your Credit Report: The Map For Your Treasure Hunt
    Let's get started on your treasure hunt. Get a copy of your credit report and begin the review process.
  • Sep 5

    A Treasure Hunt: Checking Your Credit Report For Errors!

    A Treasure Hunt: Checking Your Credit Report For Errors!
    Yesterday, I issued a challenge to readers to increase their credit score by 100 points within six months. Six months may seem quick, but the point is to get some good financial habits started that will benefit your credit score.
Rank this Week: 4205

SCG Bankruptcy Blog

SCG Bankruptcy Blog

By State Capital Group.

http://bankruptcy.statecapitalgroup.org/
Rank this Week: 3861

Jacksonville Bankruptcy Lawyers…

Jacksonville Bankruptcy Lawyers Blog

Covers bankruptcy, assets, bill collectors and foreclosure. By the Law Offices of Robert Peters P.A.

http://www.jacksonvillebankruptcylawyersblog.com/
  • Jul 30

    Filing bankruptcy or debt settlement: Choose the best debt relief option for quick solution!

    Filing bankruptcy or debt settlement: Choose the best debt relief option for quick solution!
    Feeling glum that you are unable to grapple with your financial situation? If yes, then don't wait for the miracle to change your financial situation, be practical as debt can be a financial black mark on your credit record. You should…
  • Jul 18

    Could Filing Bankruptcy Actally Improve My Credit Score?

    Could Filing Bankruptcy Actally Improve My Credit Score?
    Many people are convinced that filing for bankruptcy will ruin their credit and they'll never be able to buy a car or house again. In most cases, that is simply false!
  • May 13

    The Importance of Maintaining Financial Trust in Your Marriage

    The Importance of Maintaining Financial Trust in Your Marriage
    I recently met with a lady whose story really struck a chord with me about marital finances. She explained that she had been married for a few years and while she had knowledge of about $10,000.00 of her husband's pre-existing credit card…
Rank this Week: 3852

Philadelphia Bankruptcy Lawyer…

Philadelphia Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Covers Bankruptcy Chapter 7, Chapter 13, news, updates and commentary. Published By Darin King

http://www.philadelphiabankruptcylawyerblog.com/
Rank this Week: 3876

Bankruptcy and Foreclosure…

Bankruptcy and Foreclosure Attorney Blog

Published by Wood, Atter & Wolf, P.A.

http://www.bankruptcyandforeclosureattorney.com/
  • Jun 6

    Without the Mandatory Mediation Program, is there any way to Mediate with the Bank?

    Without the Mandatory Mediation Program, is there any way to Mediate with the Bank?
    As noted in previous blogs, the Mandatory Mediation program in Florida for foreclosures on primary residences was terminated in December 2011.
  • Jun 4

    Can only Florida creditors be Included in a Florida Bankruptcy?

    Can only Florida creditors be Included in a Florida Bankruptcy?
    The answer is absolutely no. Bankruptcy is designed for the debtor to include all creditors from all United States territories.That is why bankruptcy is governed by federal laws and jurisdictions. Although an American bankruptcy will not…
  • May 30

    What happens to my credit when I file for Bankruptcy?

    What happens to my credit when I file for Bankruptcy?
    This is probably the most asked question before someone decides whether or not to file for bankruptcy. As a practicing northeast Florida bankruptcy attorney, it is important to know all advantages and disadvantages related to filing for…
Rank this Week: 4157

Fort Lauderdale Bankruptcy Lawyer…

Fort Lauderdale Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Covers Florida bankruptcy and mortgage foreclosure. By Orfelia M. Mayor, P.A.

http://www.fortlauderdalebankruptcylawyerblog.com/
  • May 28

    Don't Let Creditors Take Advantage of YOU!

    Don't Let Creditors Take Advantage of YOU!
    Creditors love it when people file bankruptcy without an attorney. I was in court the other day and the Judge was holding hearings on "reaffirmation agreements." Reaffirmation agreements are post-filing agreements where you basically incur…
  • May 24

    Yes You Can Buy A Home Quicker With A Bankruptcy!

    Yes You Can Buy A Home Quicker With A Bankruptcy!
    FHA home loans were designed to help Americans fulfill their dream of home ownership and are therefore the easiest type of real estate mortgage loan to qualify for. They require a minimum down payment (3%) and is the most flexible type of…
  • Nov 22

    What is a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Plan?

    What is a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Plan?
    Your Chapter 13 bankruptcy plan is what tells the court and your creditors how you intend to repay your debts. The plan must be confirmed (approved) by the judge.
Rank this Week: 3660

Less than the Least

Less than the Least

Covers crime and criminal justice (Stuntz), corporate governance, credit, and bankruptcy (Skeel), the culture wars, politics, literature and the arts, and other topics. By Professors David Skeel and William Stuntz.

http://www.law.upenn.edu/blogs/dskeel/
  • Feb 26

    Less than the Least

    Less than the Least
    This blog nearly didn’t begin.  Right after we first started talking about the blog four years ago, Bill got his cancer diagnosis.   Bill already had endured eight years of excruciating back problems, and…
  • Feb 26

    The Latest on Bill and his Work

    The Latest on Bill and his Work
    Here is a lovely article in the Boston Globe about Bill's rush to finish The Collapse of American Criminal Justice in the final months of his life.Adam Gopnik discusses Bill's book in some detail in the a New Yorker piece...
  • Feb 26

    Odds and Ends--2012

    Odds and Ends--2012
    In case anyone might be interested, here are a few recent op-eds and articles:Op-Eds:A recent op-ed on the mortgage settlements is here.An op-ed from the beginning of the contraception crisis (before the more recent…
Rank this Week: 4204

New York Injury Lawyer Blawg

New York Injury Lawyer Blawg

Published by Ronai & Ronai, LLP

http://www.newyorkinjurylawyerblawg.com/
  • Oct 28

    Halloween: A Spooky Time for Child Accidents in New York

    Halloween: A Spooky Time for Child Accidents in New York
    Halloween is a fun time for our young ones to dress up as spooky ghosts and goblins, but only by practicing a few safe Halloween tips can we avoid a serious accident on All Hallow's Eve. During Halloween, your child's risks for an pedestrian…
  • Oct 20

    Chuggington Offers Safety Tips to Kids to Help Prevent Accidents in Manhattan and Elsewhere

    Chuggington Offers Safety Tips to Kids to Help Prevent Accidents in Manhattan and Elsewhere
    The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has recently announced the launch of Chuggington, a children's cartoon designed to help educate our young ones about how to be safe around cars. This safety campaign was designed for…
  • Oct 10

    Teen Drivers Back to School, Risks for Car Accidents in New York Increase

    Teen Drivers Back to School, Risks for Car Accidents in New York Increase
    As we recently reported on our New York Injury Lawyer Blawg, the new school year recently kicked off and school-aged children are gearing up to head to bus stops across the state. In addition to the bus riders, we would also like to draw…
Rank this Week: 4070

Massachusetts Bankruptcy Attorney…

Massachusetts Bankruptcy Attorney Blog

Covers Chapter 7 and 13 bankruptcy, and loan modifications. By the Law Offices of Matthew T. Desrochers, P.C.

http://www.mabankruptcylawattorney.com/
  • Aug 31

    Bank of America and the Reemergence of the Recession?

    Bank of America and the Reemergence of the Recession?
    One of the largest banks, Bank of America, is hurting. It's stock price has declined from about $15 a share to around $6 and there are rumors of a takeover by another bank. To meet its capital requirements, the bank has been forced to sell…
  • Aug 30

    Mortgage Loan Modifications Tip

    Mortgage Loan Modifications Tip
    Put your account numbers on every page - Lenders receive thousands of faxes each day, and they use an image scanning technology to capture them all and place them in the appropriate file. If you do not put your loan or account number on every…
  • Aug 29

    The Most Common Types of Bankruptcy Fraud

    The Most Common Types of Bankruptcy Fraud
    Concealment of Assets happens when a person hides assets or transfers them to another person for little or no value within a certain period of time before they file for bankruptcy. Generally, people do this to try and save their assets but in…
Rank this Week: 3690

San Diego Bankruptcy Attorney Blog

San Diego Bankruptcy Attorney Blog

Covers bankruptcy and foreclosure. By John Church.

http://www.sandiegobankruptcyattorneyblog.com/
  • Aug 30

    Non-Bankruptcy Options for San Homeowners Facing Foreclosure

    Non-Bankruptcy Options for San Homeowners Facing Foreclosure
    Today's post continues our series on home ownership and bankruptcy. However, today I'd like shift focus and look at two non-bankruptcy options available to homeowners that can help them avoid foreclosure if they're behind on their mortgage…
  • Aug 26

    Mortgage Payments in Bankruptcy: What San Diego Homeowners Need to Know

    Mortgage Payments in Bankruptcy: What San Diego Homeowners Need to Know
    As touched on in previous posts in this series on homeowner issues in bankruptcy law, you must keep making your mortgage payments if you intend to keep your home, even if you are in the midst of a bankruptcy. As you're no doubt aware, your…
  • Aug 24

    Bankruptcy Basics San Diego Homeowners Need to Know

    Bankruptcy Basics San Diego Homeowners Need to Know
    Last Monday I began this series of blog posts dealing with the intersection of bankruptcy and homeownership. Today I'd like to continue giving homeowners the basic lay of the land in terms of their rights and duties according to bankruptcy…
Rank this Week: 3881

Debtors' Advocate

Debtors' Advocate

Covers bankruptcy, credit scores and mortgages. By Kimberly A. Coleman.

http://debtorsadvocate.wordpress.com
  • Apr 8

    Should Filing Bankruptcy Be The Last Resort? Filing Bankruptcy Now Could Be Your Best Option

    Should Filing Bankruptcy Be The Last Resort? Filing Bankruptcy Now Could Be Your Best Option
    After I got off the phone with a prospective client, my law partner questioned me about something he had overheard me say to the prospect. Really he criticized me for telling the prospect that bankruptcy should be used as a … Continue…
  • Aug 24

    On My Way Back – Bankruptcy and Family Law Issue

    On My Way Back – Bankruptcy and Family Law Issue
    Hello everyone. I have been absent from posting on the blog for almost a month due to a death in my family but I will begin posting again regularly sometime this week. In fact, I am going to begin a series of blog articles on the intersection…
  • Jul 27

    More Individuals Qualify To File A Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Than You Might Think

    More Individuals Qualify To File A Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Than You Might Think
    There is a lot of misinformation out there as to who can and who cannot file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. Some people will lead you to believe that since the passage of the new bankruptcy laws in 2005, only individuals … Continue reading ?
Rank this Week: 4062

Quincy, MA Bankruptcy Blog

Quincy, MA Bankruptcy Blog

Covers bankruptcy and means testing in Massachusetts. By Kara O'Donnell.

http://quincylegal.wordpress.com
  • Sep 19

    Massachusetts Bankruptcy Attorney – Home repossessions at highest level in months – Weymouth Bankruptcy Attorney

    Massachusetts Bankruptcy Attorney – Home repossessions at highest level in months – Weymouth Bankruptcy Attorney
    U.S. home repossessions spiked in August to highest level since the start of the U.S. mortgage crisis. The increase in home repossessions came even as the number of properties entering the foreclosure process slowed for the seventh month in a…
  • Sep 18

    Unemployment to be extended beyond 99 weeks? A Tier 5 may be coming . . .

    Unemployment to be extended beyond 99 weeks? A Tier 5 may be coming . . .
    On August 4, 2010, Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) introduced the Americans Want to Work Act. This legislation would create an additional tier (Tier 5) of unemployment benefits for those (known as the 99ers) who have exhausted their…
  • Sep 12

    Why should I pay off high interest rate credit cards first?

    Why should I pay off high interest rate credit cards first?
    You’ve probably read that you should pay off high interest rate credit card debt first. From a financial standpoint, that’s true. It costs more to carry a balance on a high interest rate credit card. The longer you take to pay off the…
Rank this Week: 4143

StayViolation.Com

StayViolation.Com

Covers the automatic stay in bankruptcy proceedings. By Chuck Newton.

http://www.stayviolation.com/
Rank this Week: 3905

Michigan Bankruptcy Blog

Michigan Bankruptcy Blog

Provides case law updates from the Bankruptcy Courts for the Western and Eastern Districts of Michigan. By Foster Swift Collins & Smith PC.

http://www.michbankruptcyblog.com/
  • May 7

    Avoidance Actions Are Not Property of Estate That the Trustee Can Sell Pursuant to § 363(b)

    Avoidance Actions Are Not Property of Estate That the Trustee Can Sell Pursuant to § 363(b)
    The Bankruptcy Court of the Western District of Michigan recently denied a Trustee’s Motion to Sell Avoidance Actions pursuant to 11 U.S.C. 363(b).1 The Trustee’s Motion sought authority to sell potential causes of actions under…
  • Apr 11

    New Claims Transfer Fee Takes Effect May 1, 2013

    New Claims Transfer Fee Takes Effect May 1, 2013
    Effective May 1, 2013, the Bankruptcy Courts for the Western and Eastern Districts of Michigan will begin charging a new fee of $25 for each claim transferred. The purpose of the fee, as stated by the Judicial Conference Committee,…
  • Jan 31

    Fame as an asset: Will Casey Anthony’s Chapter 7 bankruptcy case preclude future book and movie deals?

    Fame as an asset: Will Casey Anthony’s Chapter 7 bankruptcy case preclude future book and movie deals?
    In re Casey Marie Anthony, Bankr. M.D. Fla., Case No. 8:13-bk-00922-KRM Although this blog typically focuses on Michigan bankruptcy cases, last week’s Chapter 7 filing by Casey Anthony raises interesting questions about the impact of…
Rank this Week: 5218

New Jersey Bankruptcy

New Jersey Bankruptcy

Covers bankruptcy, Chapter 7, Chapter 13 and foreclosures. By the Law Offices of Robert Manchel.

http://www.newjerseybankruptcylawyers.com/q-a/
  • May 6

    Grounds for Objection to Chapter 7 Discharge

    Grounds for Objection to Chapter 7 Discharge
    The third reason for the denial of a chapter 7 discharge is the unjustified failure to keep books or records as to finances. The bankruptcy code indicates that a debtor will be denied a discharge if he “concealed, destroyed, mutilated…
  • Apr 29

    Grounds For Objection To Chapter 7 Discharge

    Grounds For Objection To Chapter 7 Discharge
    Probably, the most common objection to discharge is that the debtor has intentionally transferred or concealed an asset from the bankruptcy estate and/or creditors. The objector must prove that the debtor acted with the intent to hinder,…
  • Apr 19

    Grounds For Chapter 7 Objection To Discharge

    Grounds For Chapter 7 Objection To Discharge
    Under certain circumstances a debtor may be denied a discharge. The bankruptcy code states 12 reasons why a debtor may be denied a chapter 7 discharge. This is one of a twelve blog series explaining how a chapter 7 debtor may be denied a…
Rank this Week: 4453

Bay Area Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Bay Area Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Covers Bay Area bankruptcy law. By Melanie Tavare.

http://www.bayareabankruptcylawyer-blog.com/
  • May 5

    The Ninth Circuit Further Limits the Powers of the Bankruptcy Court

    The Ninth Circuit Further Limits the Powers of the Bankruptcy Court
    In what can only be described as frustrating for Bankruptcy Judges, the Ninth Circuit recently expanded the limitations on bankruptcy judge's ability to enter final judgments in certain situations. Taking their cue from the Supreme Court's…
  • Apr 19

    Why Bankruptcy Planning is Essential

    Why Bankruptcy Planning is Essential
    For many people who end up filing for bankruptcy, living off of credit cards had become a necessary way of life. In order to make ends meet, keep a roof over their heads, and feed their families, many would-be bankruptcy filers use credit to…
  • Apr 10

    WHY IT PAYS TO PAY ATTENTION: MANY CREDIT REPORTS CONTAIN COSTLY ERRORS

    WHY IT PAYS TO PAY ATTENTION: MANY CREDIT REPORTS CONTAIN COSTLY ERRORS
    One of the most common effects of living with the constant stress of too much debt is the eventual inability to even deal with one's financial situation. As a bankruptcy attorney, I have talked to and counseled countless clients who have told…
Rank this Week: 4526

Southern California Bankruptcy Law…

Southern California Bankruptcy Law Blog

Covers bankruptcy, foreclosure, mortgage modification and short sales. By Nick Gebelt.

http://www.southerncaliforniabankruptcylawblog.com
  • Apr 24

    Bankruptcy: What’s In your Wallet? It’s A Loan Shark!

    Bankruptcy: What’s In your Wallet? It’s A Loan Shark!
    On January 30, 2013 Shan Li of the L.A. Times reported: Nearly 44% of American households are one emergency away from financial ruin.  That means they don’t have enough savings to cover basic living expenses for three months if…
  • Mar 29

    Can I Continue To Contribute To My Retirement While In Bankruptcy? (Part 2)

    Can I Continue To Contribute To My Retirement While In Bankruptcy? (Part 2)
    In my last post, I discussed retirement contributions within the Chapter 7 context.  Our attention now turns to retirement contributions in a Chapter 13 bankruptcy. II.        Retirement…
  • Mar 26

    Can I Continue To Contribute To My Retirement While In Bankruptcy? (Part 1)

    Can I Continue To Contribute To My Retirement While In Bankruptcy? (Part 1)
    This easy question to state has a surprisingly complicated answer.  This is bad news if you were hoping for a simple yes or no, but good news if you’re a fan of more complex legal analysis.  In this post, I’ll…
Rank this Week: 4378

Florida Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Florida Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Covers bankruptcy and foreclosure law. By Parker DuFresne.

http://www.florida-bankruptcylawyerblog.com/
  • Apr 24

    Substitution of Collateral in a Florida Bankruptcy: Is it Possible?

    Substitution of Collateral in a Florida Bankruptcy: Is it Possible?
    Often times, Debtors are involved in accidents where personal property is totaled or unsalvageable. Many times these accidents occur while a bankruptcy is pending and the Debtor still owes a secured lender for the property. I must note the…
  • Apr 19

    Florida Appears to be Facing a Housing Shortage--Possibly Evan a Bubble.

    Florida Appears to be Facing a Housing Shortage--Possibly Evan a Bubble.
    The buzz in Florida is that there is a shortage of homes available for sale, which is driving up the price of homes. CNBC reports that the National Association of Realtors notes an "acute lack of supply" in some popular markets. Despite…
  • Feb 18

    Proposed Foreclosure Law Designed to Accelerate the Foreclosure Proce

    Proposed Foreclosure Law Designed to Accelerate the Foreclosure Proce
    Earlier this month, the House Civil Justice Subcommittee approved a bill designed to accelerate the foreclosure process in Florida. Republican, Kathleen Passidomo, sponsor of HB 87, frames the bill as a way to speed up the foreclosure…
Rank this Week: 4433

The Insolvency Blog

The Insolvency Blog

Focuses on bankruptcy and reorganization issues. By Thompson & Knight LLP.

http://theinsolvencyblog.typepad.com/
  • Apr 18

    The Best Little Employment Blog in Texas ...

    The Best Little Employment Blog in Texas ...
    Our colleagues in the Employment and Labor Practice Group at Thompson & Knight have launched a new blog called "Best Little Employment Blog in Texas: Employment-Law News and Views You Can Use." As a follower of The Insolvency…
  • Apr 4

    When Supply Contracts are Protected under the Section 546(e) Safe Harbor

    When Supply Contracts are Protected under the Section 546(e) Safe Harbor
    A recent bankruptcy case addressed the vexing question of when a transfer under a supply contract is protected from trustee avoidance under the section 546(e) “safe harbor.” In DeGirolamo v. McIntosh Oil (In re Laurel Valley Oil Co.) No.…
  • Jan 30

    Valuation and Indubitable Equivalence in Dirt-for-Debt Cramdown Plans: In re Investors Lending Group, LLC

    Valuation and Indubitable Equivalence in Dirt-for-Debt Cramdown Plans: In re Investors Lending Group, LLC
    Valuation of assets always engenders controversy in bankruptcy cases, but never more so than when debtors’ plans of reorganization offer secured creditors the “indubitable equivalent” of their claim. When the “indubitably…
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Money Law Blog

Money Law Blog

Covers bankruptcy and tax law issues in DC, Maryland and Virginia. By the Law Office of Edward Gonzalez, PC.

http://www.money-lawblog.com/
  • Apr 12

    Warning: A "Charge Off" On Your Credit Report Does NOT Mean You Don't Owe It

    Warning: A "Charge Off" On Your Credit Report Does NOT Mean You Don't Owe It
    It happened again this week. The client comes into the consultation smiling broadly. He just needs help with a loan modification, he argues. He doesn't have any other debts. "Look," he says, pointing at his credit report, "it's been…
  • Apr 8

    Fixing Businesses Through Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Boosts the Economy, Says New Study

    Fixing Businesses Through Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Boosts the Economy, Says New Study
    Despite the image and stigma associated with bankruptcy, financial reorganization of failing businesses (and nonprofit organizations) through Chapter 11 bankruptcy is actually helping the economy by giving companies a chance to find new…
  • Mar 16

    Bankruptcy Court -- An Alternative Way to Dispute Taxe

    Bankruptcy Court -- An Alternative Way to Dispute Taxe
    Bankruptcy is designed as a way for an insolvent debtor, one who cannot pay his or her creditors, to get a fresh start. Depending on the type of bankruptcy involved--Chapter 7, Chapter 11, or Chapter 13 for example--among the main functions…
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Oakland Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Oakland Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Comments on bankruptcy law. By Genser & Watkins L.L.P.

http://www.oaklandbankruptcylawyerblog.com/
  • Mar 26

    What Does it Mean When a Loan is "Written Off?"

    What Does it Mean When a Loan is "Written Off?"
    Not much to you. I can't tell you how many times clients come into my office and tell me that some of their debts aren't a problem anymore because the lender "wrote the loan off." They seem to think that just because the lender isn't…
  • Feb 25

    What is Chapter 20 bankruptcy And Can I File One in Oakland?

    What is Chapter 20 bankruptcy And Can I File One in Oakland?
    First of all, there's really no such thing. You won't find a "Chapter 20" anywhere in the Bankruptcy Code. A Chapter 20 essentially means a certain strategic use of the Chapters 7 & 13 bankruptcies. As you'll see in much more detail…
  • Feb 13

    How do I Calculate my Expenses When I File Bankruptcy in Oakland?

    How do I Calculate my Expenses When I File Bankruptcy in Oakland?
    Why is it Important to Get it Right?It might make all the difference in the world. Your expenses are applied to your income to figure out how much "disposable income" you have. If you have too much, you might not qualify for a Chapter 7,…
Rank this Week: 4511

Bankruptcy Lawyer Cape Coral Blog

Bankruptcy Lawyer Cape Coral Blog

By Radha Rothrock.

http://bankruptcylawyercapecoralblog.wordpress.com
  • Mar 26

    Can Bankruptcy Eliminate or Reduce IRS Debts?

    Can Bankruptcy Eliminate or Reduce IRS Debts?
    Bankruptcy and the IRS Radha Rothrock is a tax attorney and bankruptcy attorney in Fort Myers, Florida.  Bankruptcy is one of the most useful tools to manage your IRS debt.  In bankruptcy, your tax debts can be treated as…
  • Feb 27

    HAMP Qualifications in Florida

    HAMP Qualifications in Florida
    HAMP: An Overview The Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP) is a government sponsored mortgage modification program that may allow homeowers to stay in their homes. HAMP allows eligible participants to lower their mortgage payment to…
  • Feb 26

    Am I liable for a deficiency on a short sale in Florida if the lender gave me a satisfaction of mortgage?

    Am I liable for a deficiency on a short sale in Florida if the lender gave me a satisfaction of mortgage?
    Will I be liable to the bank for a deficiency if the bank provides me a satisfaction of mortgage in a short sale? Yes, you might be. In a short sale, a seller sells the property to a buyer for less than the amount owed to the bank. The bank,…
Rank this Week: 4415

GainesvilleBankruptcyLaw.com

GainesvilleBankruptcyLaw.com

Covers the advantages and disadvantages of filing a consumer bankruptcy case, and explains in layman's terms bankruptcy-related topics. By Law Offices of Joseph Brown, PA.

http://gainesvillebankruptcylaw.com/
  • Mar 25

    Can I be discriminated against for filing bankruptcy?

    Can I be discriminated against for filing bankruptcy?
    The U.S. Bankruptcy Code protects individuals facing discrimination on the basis of bankruptcy filings. Federal, state and local governmental units may not discriminate against you solely because you filed for bankruptcy. Under 11 USC 525…
  • Mar 15

    Why Does the Attorney Want Paid in Full Before Filing My Chapter 7?

    Why Does the Attorney Want Paid in Full Before Filing My Chapter 7?
    Chances are if you have spoke with a bankruptcy lawyer about potentially filing a case you were told by the bankruptcy attorney the fees and costs are due in full prior to actually getting your case filed. Here in Gainesville, I explain to…
  • Oct 24

    Client Case Summary – Jason & Mary Ball Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

    Client Case Summary – Jason & Mary Ball Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
    I intend to post summaries from actual consumer bankruptcy cases I’ve handled.
Rank this Week: 4629

Utah Bankruptcy Counsel

Utah Bankruptcy Counsel

Discusses current Utah bankruptcy and consumer law issues. By Travis K. Elder.

http://www.utahbankruptcycounsel.com/blog.html
  • Mar 23

    Paying for Bankruptcy: The Filing Fee

    Paying for Bankruptcy: The Filing Fee
    One pressing concern for anyone considering bankruptcy is how to pay for it.  After all in such a situation cash is a commodity likely in short supply.  One provision of the law that can help concerns waiver or installment…
  • Mar 23

    Utah Means Test Data Updated Effective April 1, 2013

    Utah Means Test Data Updated Effective April 1, 2013
    Those filing a Chapter 7 bankruptcy case in Utah must complete the means test as one measure used to determine eligibility to file a Utah Chapter 7 bankruptcy case.  In a Chapter 13 case, the means test can determine how much you will…
  • Mar 23

    Utah Bank Account Garnishment Got You Worried?

    Utah Bank Account Garnishment Got You Worried?
    Let's say you have received a lender from your bank informing you that the bank has received a court order to garnish your bank account.  The letter indicates you have a right to dispute the garnishment.  Generally, under Utah…
Rank this Week: 4868

Northern Kentucky Lawyer Blog

Northern Kentucky Lawyer Blog

Covers personal injury and accidents, DUI, criminal defense, bank side bankruptcy cases, creditors' rights, divorce and family custody, and estate planning. By Fessler Schneider & Grimme.

http://www.fsgattorneys.com/blog
  • Mar 19

    Northern KY Law Firm Welcomes Return of Cincinnati Baseball

    Northern KY Law Firm Welcomes Return of Cincinnati Baseball
    March is almost over and in Cincinnati and northern Kentucky that means only one thing: Reds baseball! The northern KY law firm of Fessler, Schneider and Grimme is happy and proud to welcome back our hometown Cincinnati Reds! Northern KY Law…
  • Jan 4

    DUI Attorney in Northern Kentucky

    DUI Attorney in Northern Kentucky
    NKY DUI Attorney It’s no secret that cops are on the lookout for drunk drivers. Now more than ever people are being arrested and jailed for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. However, there are varying levels and…
  • Apr 2

    How Is Our Marital Property Divided In Kentucky?

    How Is Our Marital Property Divided In Kentucky?
    The laws surrounding the division of marital property are different for each state, but Kentucky is considered an “equal distribution” state.   During a divorce, it’s rare for both parties to settle on an agreement…
Rank this Week: 4476

Restructuring Review Blog

Restructuring Review Blog

Provides rulings, ongoing cases, breaking news and other issues in the world of restructuring, bankruptcy and insolvency. By Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP.

http://www.restructuringreview.com/blog/
Rank this Week: 4679

Crabtree Law Blawg

Crabtree Law Blawg

Covers bankruptcy and estate planning.

http://crabtree-law.com/blog
  • Mar 1

    Student Loan Bankruptcy, the True Goal

    Student Loan Bankruptcy, the True Goal
    Perhaps you've looked at my earlier student loan debt articles here and here, and you're discouraged. You're thinking to yourself that it's too much of a risk, that too many things could go against your favor in the case, the "totality of the…
  • Feb 22

    Your First DWI in Jefferson County, Missouri, Part 1: Getting Your License Back

    Your First DWI in Jefferson County, Missouri, Part 1: Getting Your License Back
    Getting a DWI in Jefferson County is, frankly, easy to do. We've got a slew of "DWI recognition experts" who patrol the bars and restaurants at target times, to swoop down upon unfortunate people who may have misjudged their blood-alcohol…
  • Feb 22

    Common Objections to Bankruptcy, Part 2: I Make Too Much Money to Go Bankrupt!

    Common Objections to Bankruptcy, Part 2: I Make Too Much Money to Go Bankrupt!
    This concerns many people who know that there are certain limits on what they can make and still qualify for a chapter 7 bankruptcy. But it is a misconception to conclude that one has to be nearly penniless to qualify. Not at all!
Rank this Week: 5034

IRS Tax Lawyer Blog

IRS Tax Lawyer Blog

Covers IRS and Tax law. By Jones & Collins L.L.C.

http://www.stopirsproblem.com/
  • Feb 27

    How Do You Calculate OIC Reasonable Collection Potential?

    How Do You Calculate OIC Reasonable Collection Potential?
    In an earlier blog entry, we wrote about the IRS Offer in Compromise ("OIC"). One of the most misrepresented items in an OIC is the minimum offer. This amount is determined by the reasonable collection potential. Your reasonable collection…
  • Feb 20

    How Do You Calculate the Offer in Compromise?

    How Do You Calculate the Offer in Compromise?
    Yesterday a caller asked me about an Offer in Compromise with IRS. He wanted to know if the radio and mail ads were true, that he could pay "pennies on the dollar" to settle with IRS. So let's discuss what you really have to pay. Many of my…
  • Feb 11

    Correcting the Unfair Advantage of Dishonest Return Preparer

    Correcting the Unfair Advantage of Dishonest Return Preparer
    CPA's and Tax Professionals: Has anyone noticed that there are more and more tax return preparers that will cheat the tax return system? They will file returns with fraudulent deductions and credits, and allow magically large refunds for…
Rank this Week: 4422

Oregon Debt Relief Weblawg

Oregon Debt Relief Weblawg

Covers bankruptcy and federal and state tax matters. By Kent Anderson.

http://www.eugenebankruptcylawyer.com/blog
  • Feb 20

    Judicial Conference Increases Dollar Amounts in Bankruptcy Case

    Judicial Conference Increases Dollar Amounts in Bankruptcy Case
    The Bankruptcy Code is full of specific dollar limitations and allowances. These figures include dollar limits on elligibilty for use of Chapter 13 and many other amounts, such as the value of exemptions permitted to bankruptcy debtors under…
  • May 30

    Major IRS Settlement Changes Announced

    Major IRS Settlement Changes Announced
    The IRS has announced a major change that will affect most people with unpaid tax debt who would like to resolve that debt with the government but can not pay in full. The settlement program used by the IRS to adjust tax debts is called Offer…
  • Feb 11

    FHFA Head DeMarco Sandbags Home Loan Principal Pay Down Plan

    FHFA Head DeMarco Sandbags Home Loan Principal Pay Down Plan
      FHFA's Edward DeMarco
Rank this Week: 4563

Phoenix Bankruptcy Law Blog

Phoenix Bankruptcy Law Blog

Covers bankruptcy filings in Arizona. By Ariano & Reppucci, PLLC.

http://www.bkattorneys-arizona.com/arizonabankruptcyblog/
  • Jan 31

    Common Myths About Filing for Bankruptcy

    Common Myths About Filing for Bankruptcy
    Bankruptcy is a form of debt relief which entails a legal process that enables debtors to wipe out their debts or consolidate and repay them. It is therefore a beneficial and powerful tool in case you find yourself in some sort of financial…
  • Jan 3

    Tax Refunds and Bankruptcy

    Tax Refunds and Bankruptcy
    This time of year I often advise clients to wait to file Chapter 7 bankruptcy until you file your taxes, receive your tax refund, and spend it on necessary and reasonable expenses.  Depending upon when you file, the bankruptcy trustee is…
  • Dec 30

    How Do I Repair My Credit After Filing Bankruptcy?

    How Do I Repair My Credit After Filing Bankruptcy?
    A lot of clients I meet with assume that filing bankruptcy will destroy their credit and they will never be able to obtain a loan.  This is a bankruptcy myth.  Initially your credit score will drop due to your bankruptcy filing;…
Rank this Week: 4871

Alpharetta Attorney Blog

Alpharetta Attorney Blog

Covers Georgia bankruptcy, personal injury, criminal defense and family law issues. By the Law Office of Daniel W. Mitnick.

http://www.alpharettaattorneyblog.com/
  • Jan 29

    Atlanta Credit Card Debt Attorney Can Help Protect Your Reputation & Avoid Credit Repair Scam

    Atlanta Credit Card Debt Attorney Can Help Protect Your Reputation & Avoid Credit Repair Scam
    High Credit Card Debt Can Damage Your Reputation & Make You Susceptible to Credit Repair Scams While the economy seems to be slowly improving, many people are still struggling to catch up financially. Many individuals and families may…
  • Jan 23

    Underage Drinking Can Have Serious Consequences Reaching Far into the Future

    Underage Drinking Can Have Serious Consequences Reaching Far into the Future
    An article on teenage drinking in the Barnstable-Hyannis Patch back in August, 2012 asks the question, "Would you serve a teenager alcohol or lift a glass with one?" There are many people who might answer yes. Many of us drank alcohol before…
  • Jan 18

    Vehicle Accidents are Among the Leading Causes of Death in the United State

    Vehicle Accidents are Among the Leading Causes of Death in the United State
    According to the Center for Disease Control in Atlanta, motor vehicle accidents are one of the leading causes of death in the United States. The CDC tracks accident statistics and does research on its findings to try to help improve car…
Rank this Week: 5076

Northern Michigan Bankruptcy

Northern Michigan Bankruptcy

Covers bankruptcy and consumer law. By Slough Law.

http://www.northernmichiganbankruptcy.com/blog
Rank this Week: 4712

Diamond Law on Bankrutcy and…

Diamond Law on Bankrutcy and Related Topics

Covers consumer and business bankruptcy.

http://www.sidneydiamond.com/blog-bankruptcy-information/
  • Jan 11

    First Meeting of Creditors for Ch 7 & Ch13 - What to Expect?

    First Meeting of Creditors for Ch 7 & Ch13 - What to Expect?
    When I mention to clients that they will be required to appear at a 341 First Meeting of Creditors after we file their bankruptcy, most of them cringe and become nervous immediately. They imagine a Meeting where they are interrogated and…
  • Dec 17

    Will a Pending Divorce Screw Up Your Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?

    Will a Pending Divorce Screw Up Your Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?
    Once your Chapter 13 has been confirmed you have a sense of relief because your financial chaos is finally under control. Your home is secure, your vehicles are secure.  You're feeling pretty good about life, as you…
  • Oct 3

    Can Chapter 7 Stop Wage Garnishment from Default Credit Cards?

    Can Chapter 7 Stop Wage Garnishment from Default Credit Cards?
    Before some people actually make an appointment for a free consultation their lives are so stressful.  Finances - especially large amounts of debt often force people to make decisions that they know instinctively are wrong, but they…
Rank this Week: 4596