Tampa Bankruptcy Attorney Explains Bankruptcy Options

If you are in debt, bankruptcy might present an option. Many today are struggling with mortgage and automobile payments, credit cards, and other debts. Due to mandatory and voluntary shutdowns of many small and larger businesses during this time of what is often referred to as the coronavirus pandemic, the economic toll has been dramatic. Chapter 7 Bankruptcy will often help relieve a Debtor of unsecured debt, such as credit cards, medical bills, signature loans, phone bills, and other such debt. Such debt is called Read More +

Tampa Area Residents Can Lower Automobile Payments Through Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

For Tampa area residents struggling with automobile payments, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy may offer some relief. A Debtor filing Chapter 13 Bankruptcy can employ numerous strategies to not only achieve a lower monthly automobile payment but in some cases, also the arrangement to pay only the true fair market value for his or her automobile. The Tampa Bankruptcy Court appears to hold the minority rule in the treatment of automobiles in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. Every Bankruptcy Court in the United States will generally hold that if Read More +

Tampa Bankruptcy

Will there be more bankruptcy filings in Tampa? Perhaps. The Covid-19 or Coronavirus event, or more specifically, the response to what is described by some as the Coronavirus Pandemic, has resulted in the closure of many Tampa businesses, and the loss of employment for many thousands of persons living in Tampa, and its surrounding environs. Most destructive is the restrictions on small restaurant owners. The small restaurants were the first target of the shutdowns. Those without a strong takeout clientele or a drive through service Read More +

Determining Applicable Exemptions in Bankruptcy

STEPS 1. Bankruptcy Code Section 522 states that in determining what Exemptions the Debtor shall apply, whether Federal or State Exemptions, one must refer to Bankruptcy Code Section 522(b)(3)(A). The applicable Bankruptcy Section states that the Domicile of the Debtor for the 730 days preceding the filing of the Bankruptcy Petition determines the applicable Exemption. Domicile is generally defined as the place where the Debtor intends to make his or her permanent home. 2. If the Debtor’s Domicile was not in a single State for Read More +

Bankruptcy Proof of Claims for Dummies

Bankruptcy Rule 3002 governs primarily the deadlines surrounding when a Creditor must file a proof of claim under various Chapters of Bankruptcy. A Creditor that does not file a proof of claim, files such claim late, or has its claim disallowed, may find that it will be excluded from any distribution or dividend available through the liquidation of assets in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, or the payment to Creditors of monies in a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. DAYS 70  Proof of claim is timely filed within Read More +

Effect of Coronavirus on Americans and Bankruptcy

The coronavirus spreading in China has got the financial markets across the world rattled. But the experiences before such outbreaks indicate that the financial markets bounce back pretty quickly. The coronavirus treatment is likely to set back more than half the American households that have $4500 or less in saving. Medical and Insurance Related Effects of Coronavirus on Americans The coronavirus epidemic is putting the average American’s financial and physical health under pressure. The death rate of the virus is progressively getting lower as the Read More +

Reasons to File Bankruptcy and Prior Considerations

To file bankruptcy is an extreme measure. However, this action used in the right way and at the right time can save a lot of money for you and preserve your peace of mind. It also helps you get back on your feet economically. But filing bankruptcy can also be time-consuming and expensive and have an impact on your credit score. It can also have far-reaching effects on other areas of your life. Buying a new car can become difficult while getting a new home Read More +

Town N Country Florida Bankruptcy Attorney

Those looking for a reputable Bankruptcy Attorney in the area of Town N Country, in Tampa, Florida, need look no farther. Weller Legal Group has been representing Debtors, and only Debtors, in Bankruptcy Proceedings since its founding in 1993. Jay Weller and Weller Legal Group have represented many thousands of Clients in Bankruptcy matters, including Chapter 13 Bankruptcy and Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. Bankruptcy may provide some advantages to a Debtor including the stoppage of Foreclosures, Wage Garnishments, Lawsuits, and Repossessions. Chapter 13 Bankruptcy may stop Read More +

Seffner Florida Bankruptcy Attorney

For those in Seffner Florida our Bankruptcy Attorneys are available daily at our Tampa Office. Our Tampa Florida Office is located at 4100 West Kennedy Boulevard in Tampa, Florida. The Office is equidistant between the intersections of Dale Mabry Highway and Lois Avenue, on Kennedy Boulevard. The most prominent local landmark is Jimbo’s BBQ, which is across the street from the building wherein our Office is located. We also have Law Offices in Clearwater, Port Richey, and Lakeland, Florida. Weller Legal Group was founded in Read More +

Lutz Florida Bankruptcy Attorney

If you live or work in Lutz, Florida and are seeking a Bankruptcy Attorney, then Weller Legal Group may be able to help. The Bankruptcy Attorneys and Paralegals at Weller Legal Group have knowledge and experience in most matters relating to Bankruptcy Law, including Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, and Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. Chapter 7 Bankruptcy is commonly referred to as a Straight Bankruptcy or Straight Bankruptcy. In a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy, the Debtor is seeking to Discharge his or her Unsecured Debts. Discharge Read More +