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Bankruptcy Insights
Recent Amendments to the Bankruptcy Code: What You Need to Know
On August 23, 2019, President Donald J. Trump signed four new bankruptcy amendments into law: (1) the Small Business Reorganization Act of 2019; (2) the Family Farmer Relief Act of …
Community Property Issue Certified to the California Supreme Court
A controlling question of California law dealing with the interplay between State law presumptions of community property and “form of title” on which there was no controlling California precedent has …
Too Broke for Bankruptcy?
While bankruptcy is an option for those facing insurmountable debt, it is often difficult for the truly impoverished to obtain access to a chapter 7 bankruptcy. The 2005 amendments to …
Bankruptcy Chapters- Explained
Most clients who come into our office seeking bankruptcy-related services are familiar with the term “bankruptcy.” We have noticed, however, that many people are initially confused about the differences in …
How Will Filing for Bankruptcy Affect Your Children?
Most people who file bankruptcy are seeking a fresh start for themselves and their family, including a brighter future for their children. Therefore, we are often asked by clients how …
What to Expect at a Consultation with a Bankruptcy Attorney
Many people are nervous or embarrassed at the prospect of meeting with a bankruptcy attorney to discuss personal bankruptcy. For many people, the mere thought of bankruptcy can elicit more …
Utilities and Bankruptcy
The Bankruptcy Code prevents utility companies from altering, disconnecting, or refusing service to a customer because of a bankruptcy filing. Additionally, utility companies are prohibited from refusing to provide services …
Should I Reaffirm a Secured Debt?
While a bankruptcy is primarily geared to assist you in shedding debt, you may want to recommit to the terms of certain debts, such as your home or vehicle loan. …
Senior Bankruptcy Filings on the Rise
Since 1991, bankruptcy filings by Americans who are 65 or older have tripled, according to data from the Consumer Bankruptcy Project. While the American population is getting older, that trend only …
Should You File for Bankruptcy?
The thought of declaring bankruptcy can be a confusing and scary process. Should you continue to use your credit cards and try to make the monthly minimum payments or should …